Another week in Coronapocalypse. It slowly starting to become the new normal. This virus is not only ruining lives, but claiming lives. On today's show, we are paying tribute to one of our own who recently lost the battle to the Coronavirus. Bigg Gibbs or just Gibbs, was known in the Brooklyn streets as someone who cared about his community, someone who fought for his community. He was a mentor to so many people. One Gibbs major accomplishments was serving as the Director of Workforce Development with the Haitian American Caucus. There he changed the lives of over 100 individuals by helping them obtain their OSHA 300 license. This is just one of the ways that Gibbs touched lives. Tonight, I am joined by Sam Pierre- Executive Director of Haitian American Caucus, Jackson Chery- World famous musician and Executive Producer of Bridging The Gap the Creole Project and Jeff Lindor- Founder of the Gentlemen's Factory. Rest In Power Bigg Gibbs your legacy lives on.

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Ep. 76 - Fallen Soldiers of the Coronavirus

It feels like we are in a real live episode of the hunger games and we are in currently trying to make our way to district 13. Coronapocalypse is has officially taken over as NY state is about to be on PAUSE in about an hour. This week I try to keep some normalcy with our preliminaries. Listen as I share some of the craziest things people around the world are doing as a result of the 'Rona, reprimand the toilet paper hoarders and give a detailed run down on what essential businesses will be up and running during the lock down.We are certainly living in serious times. keep your heads up follow me on IG @accordingtorp

Ep. 75 - Coronapocalypse Continues! Dark Times

On this episode I am joined by my guest co- star Paul Bromely for another episode of RP and PB. 2020 has certainly been CRAPPY to say the least. I am not sure who we pissed off but this is not cool! This situation with the 'Rona is f*$@king up everyone and everything. Tune is we talk about the current state of or world in terms of Corona, the election, Harvey Weinstein and more.

Ep. 74 - Coronapocalypse

This week I have the pleasure of sharing the mic with our very special guest Riva Precil. Riva is a Haitian American Singer, songwriter, dancer, author, jeweler, she is literally all things creative. She is also a Voodoo practitioner. On this episode we are going to talk about Voodoo and its significance in Haitian culture. There are a lot of perceptions and conceptions about the practice of Voodoo. Some call it a religion, while others, like Riva call it a way of life. Tune is as Riva sheds light on the practice of Voodoo, what it is, how it came about and what it looks like in society.

Ep. 73 ft. Riva Precil

This week I am joined by the amazing Joan Bakiriddin, Founder of Unified Political Association, an organization committed to educating the general public on the importance of being civically engaged. Tune in as Joan and I talk about the importance of civic engagement and the overall need for people to be aware of the political process. In this current climate, it is imperative that we know what is going on politically, so make sure you tune in for this very important conversation.

Ep. 72 ft. Joan Bakiriddin

We are sad to see the end of Black History Month. Hopefully everyone as able to learn something new this year! This week we have a very special guest, my brother from another mother, Jeff Lindor, Founder and CEO of the Gentlemen's Factory. On this episode Jeff and I discuss Black entrepreneurship. In the last few years we have seen an increase in black owned businesses and more people of color are trying their hand at entrepreneurship. Although this is amazing, the reality is that not everyone is an entrepreneur. Not everyone is a businessman/woman. How do you know if this life is for you? Well, make sure you tune in to hear the conversation! 

Ep. 71 Black Entrepreneurism ft. Jeff Lindor of the Gentlemans Factory

Whew Chilè, this week was jam packed! This week we RP is checking in post Valentines Day to see put their man in the dog house for not complying with the Valentines Day rules and regulations. If you remember last week, myself and and special guest Bryan gave you all the low down in hopes of saving some relationships. Hopefully my DM's wont be lit from reports of non-compliance lol. Either way, we have a very special show for you. We have Kelly Pierre and Lenny Brown, the men of All Access Golf who will talk about their upcoming event, Blacks and Golf and they will go on to talk about their company and how it provides the community with access to this sport that is known to be the rich man's sport.

According to RP - Ep 70 ft Kelly Pierre and Lenny Brown

It's Valentines Day week and we are not with the shits lol. Tune in as RP and her special guest a Man discuss valentines day what ya'll need not be doing in these streets.

Ep. 69 - The Valentines Day Low Down

It's the second day of Black History Month and we can't be any happier. Not sure what the ground hog determined with respect to winter but all I know is that it is the leap year, which means we have one extra day to celebrate and be extra with our blackity black selves.This week we have the illustrious and talented Demi Dabady a Haitian America Songstress by night and NYC middle school teacher by day. She is our modern day #ClarkettaKent. You don't want to miss this interview. So make sure to keep it locked!

Ep. 68 - ft. singer Demi Dabady

This week we are back with another RP and PB special. Whenever Paul is in the building you know it's about to go down. so tune in to see what ridiculousness we get in to.

Ep. 67 - Paul Bromley is back!

This week we look back and remember the tragedy that took place ten years ago on this day. Today marks the 10 year anniversary of the Haitian Earthquake that claimed the lives of more than 250,000 people, injuring 350,000 and displacing approximately 5 million people. Although we are looking back, it is only to remember and honor the souls of our lost brothers and sisters, but the goal is to move forwarded with a renewed spirit. With that being said be are not skimping out of our preliminaries. Find out why Lil Boosie got the womp womp of the week. not sure who he is? Google "Wipe Me Down", If you are in your 30 somethings you sure as hell know who Lil Boosie is or else I am revoking your black card!

Ep. 66 - Remembering the Haiti Earthquake

It’s a brand new year and your girl RP is back on the ones and twos and maybe threes idk lol. But she’s back for a brand new episode of According to RP!   This week we are talking about what it means to be entering into a new decade, the new year, same me mantra and much more!   It maybe a new year but somethings will remain the same, like our preliminaries! So  make sure you tune in to hear the urban dictionary word or phrase of the week, the big up and womp womp of the week.

Ep. 65 ft Fred Pierre

On episode 64 of According to RP, Ritha weighs in on this impeachment situation and what her thoughts are on it all!! Plus all your favorite preliminaries!

Ep. 64 - Impeachment!

On episode 63 of According to RP, Ritha gives you the run down on the do's and don'ts at those work holiday parties we all love!

Ep 68 - Holiday Party Etiquette

This week I have the pleasure of interviewing internet sensation/ Haitian sensation Sammy Rigaud, the Atlanta teacher who went viral for allowing his students to have a turn at freestyle Friday if they received an 80% or higher on their weekly assessments.

Ep 62 - ft. Sammy Rigaud

ARP is straight talk. Listen in as Ritha discusses everything from the latest hip-hop beefs to social issues that are crippling the black community.

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