MR. AL PETE

Hip Hop Musician/DJ/media professional

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Managing Grief and Work

Managing Grief and Work
Mr. Al Pete

August 5, 2026 marks one year that I lost my Father. All of the feels are hitting me. I'm part of the club of people that has lost a parent. I worried about my Mom, my family, even myself. It's a scary feeling because it's new, and I'm reminded that time waits for no one. 

With all of that...work still rolls in and on. I will say that I ducked behind my work. Not because I was running away, but because I had started two important positions the same day my Father passed away. So...dealing with the grief wasn't continuous. It came here and there, but there was always a deadline I needed to clear, goals I wanted to continue progressing with, a media company that needed operations, and other work related things that kept me...working. 

In this episode, I share three points on how I would recommend dealing with grief while working. A LOT of people feel like life goes on, but does it really when you're grieving? We have to be honest with ourselves when it comes to dealing with this unfortunate feeling, and this is partly me...dealing. 

Rest in Peace Griffin Young. I love you and miss you...a lot. Power. 

Enjoy the show and thank you. 

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Connect The Dots Series: Episode 3: "Actually Connecting the Dots”

Connect The Dots Series: Episode 3: "Actually Connecting the Dots”
Mr. Al Pete

Last round of the Connect The Dots Series. I appreciate EVERYONE who supported this move. I would love to see more of these come up, but...we'll see. Please make sure to share this with someone you think will benefit from this.  

On this final episode of the series, we speak on how to run point on ACTUALLY making the meaningful connections. I share various ways to complete the task (via segments), if you should stick around until the connection plays in all favors, how to do a real intro, and more. 

Again, I hope this resonates with you all. We've all been in situations where a connection was dropped, and that happening has costs us. Whether it was money, an opportunity, or a resource...it wasn't a great feeling. So I hope that this series helps you in your journey to prosper in life. 

Share away...share away...share away. I'll see you all on the flip side. #TOTHETOP

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Connect The Dots Series: Episode 2: “Gatekeepers vs. Bridge Builders”

Connect The Dots Series: Episode 2: "Gatekeepers vs. Bridge Builders"
Mr. Al Pete

Round 2 for the Neighbors and Groovers. In this episode, we're focusing on the gatekeepers and bridge builders. 

For me, I have moments where I don't want to admit that someone is simply gatekeeping a situation, a connection, and a new relationship forming. In this moment, we have to call the spade out. On the flip though, there are people who make sure the connections happen...and I want to make sure to point out what they ideally look like. It's easy to spot the bad (the gatekeeper) and miss the values of the good (the bridge builders). Let this be the reminder. 

See you on the final episode of this series. I hope you all are enjoying and learning from this. #TOTHETOP

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Connect The Dots Series: Episode 1: “You Had the Dot… Now What?”

Connect The Dots Series: Episode 1: “You Had the Dot...Now What?"
Mr. Al Pete

Peace, Neighbors and Groovers. I'm here to present a special series of Clear Visions. If you've been following for a minute, you remember that I explained how I use this platform to experiment, create freely, and to inform the people of my thoughts and/or lessons I've come across.

This series is informative, and in my opinion, a simply conversation. A conversation that I felt needed to happen, so why not put it in a podcast format? *shrugs*

This three-episode series is about connecting the dots. It's an observation of how people have the proper situation to connect two resources, but for whatever reasons, it doesn't work. Now, on a good-bad day, I'll say that people be gatekeeping and hating, but on a reflective day, my first thought would be that people aren't aware of HOW to facilitate a connection. 

Enjoy the series. I hope this helps someone in their journeys. I more so hope that it helps that person that drops the ball when making said connection. 

Prayerfully, I'll have the other narrative shows done to present to you all...soon. #TOTHETOP

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Reciprocity

Reciprocity
Mr. Al Pete

Yep…I feel a way. Per usual and on brand, the people, or “community” didn’t look out for me…on a simple term: to make sure I’m in places that fit me and my brand.

So…Grits and Eggs Podcast came to Duval County and I tried to get media passes, and ultimately attend the event. No luck on the passes (no one answered back…from the pod to the venue, etc). No luck on buying a ticket…and to go further…no luck on my community getting me access to the event…

…but let me see something of worth to people. I’m on it.

I’m not mad. I’m aware though. Anyway…

Enjoy the show and thank you for listening to my second rant. *laughs*

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Know Your History

Know Your History
Mr. Al Pete

Peace to you and yours. I’m here to share a lesson that I taught the students of my Intro to Mass Media class. This week, we’re learning the history of mass media.

For me, learning the history of said person, event, culture, etc. is important to me, but while growing up, history (or social studies) was my least favorite subject. I use to always ask…”why am I’m learning about unrelated things??” It wasn’t until I took an African American History class in high school that made me enjoy learning where I came from, who came before me, etc. So I led with that energy while discussing the history of mass media. I pray it resonated with the students.

With that, I shared with them how important it is to know the history of the things you’re involved in, strive to be, and more. I took time after class to share with you all. I hope the same for you all.

P.S. THANK YOU for the 2,500 downloads. I’m THANKFUL. More to come.

#TOTHETOP

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Focus On The Good vs. The Bad

Focus On The Good vs. The Bad
Mr. Al Pete

It’s still unpacking season, and on this run, I’m speaking on focusing on the good vs. centering in on the bad things. I gave examples of what bad things I focus on more than usual, and I gave examples of great things I need to cherish and uphold more.

Is it part of unpacking? Absolutely. Enjoy.

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Lack of Support and Funding

Lack of Support and Funding
Mr. Al Pete

...I'm here...late and inconsistent *laughs*. In this round of talking, I talk about the lack of support I experienced from recent events I hosted. I give some points as to how to deal with not receiving love from people you expected to support you.

FYI, it's not healthy at all to depend on people to support you. Please acknowledge the feelings that come with it, BUT, find ways to deal with it and keep fighting your way TO THE TOP...!!!

I also speak on the recent defunding of public media and public radio. It's an unfortunate situation that Congress and yall president pushed, but there are ways to support your public stations in your city. The news and music that comes from these stations are important to have for communities to be informed. Take notes and read up on the article for more awareness: https://protectmypublicmedia.org.

Enjoy and see you on the next 'round.

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Knowing The Gratitude

Knowing The Gratitude
Mr. Al Pete

This was an extension of my Thankful Thursdays thoughts and doings. I wanted to speak (more) about having, and ultimately finding gratitude in the things that surround us. Granted, it’s very easy to focus on what factors aren’t assisting specific systems and environments, but it seems difficult to find the small, or big things that serve us.

In this state of things, we have to learn to lean more in what serves us greatly. Even if it’s a little gesture. In this episode, I share my thoughts on how I show gratitude and grace to what I’ve been fortune to experience. Hopefully, it’ll resonate with others. Enjoy.

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Rejections and inadequate thoughts SUCK!

Rejections and inadequate thoughts SUCK!
Mr. Al Pete

This morning, I received a call from a job I applied for. The voicemail started off with ‘hey Curtis…’ and the message commence to give details about ‘Curtis’ getting the position vs. me.

Talk about feeling like I wasn’t worth enough to get the job and also feeling like ‘sheesh…how do you call the wrong candidate and leave a message about the other candidate getting the position’.

Yeah. More on that AND other positions I didn’t get in the episode. Gotta keep it pushing and stay positive, right? Enjoy.

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