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From War Zones to Code Ninjas

They risked their lives in combat, now they’re fighting for our kids’ futures. Stay to the end to see how veterans, coders, and community leaders are quietly changing lives. In this powerful Speak Harmony episode, hosts Sharon Thompson and Dr. Sharon Reed bring you an inspiring, real-world look at **service, discipline, and opportunity**—far beyond the headlines and social media arguments. You’ll hear from: 🇺🇸 *Army Veterans James & Tamica Scott* A married couple who each served decades in the U.S. Army share: Why they joined the military (from Jamaica to South Carolina farm life) The unexpected love story that began in NATO headquarters in Brussels What people **get wrong about veterans**, PTSD, and “benefits” How military discipline, sacrifice, and brother/sisterhood really work on the ground The hard truth about politics in the military—and why service members are trained to be apolitical The life lessons and daily disciplines they brought home to their family and civilian careers They open up about deployments, missed birthdays and holidays, visiting the historic Battle of the Bulge site, and why they still believe in service—while also being honest about challenges veterans face when they return. 🌱 *Community Restore & Youth Empowerment* Next, you’ll meet **Esther Blighten**, founder and CEO of Community Restore, a nonprofit that has been serving youth for over 10 years. She shares: Why grants aren’t enough and why they’re going back to *grassroots fundraising* Details about their *Caribbean Brunch Fundraiser* supporting youth ages 10–18 How career exploration workshops and after-school programs create real options for young people Their mission to reach youth before the streets or the system do If you care about community work, nonprofits, or just want to support something real and local, this segment shows you exactly how programs like Community Restore keep going—and how you can help. 💻 *Code Ninjas: Turning Gamers into Creators* Finally, we spotlight **Darren and Juanita Kato**, owners of five Code Ninjas locations in Metro Atlanta and co-founders of Easy Transition. They reveal: What coding actually is (in plain English) and why *software now runs the world* How they teach kids coding *through building their own video games* (Roblox, Minecraft, etc.) Why failure, grit, and perseverance are built into their program on purpose The power of STEM, critical thinking, and discipline for kids as young as 5 How they staff, market, and grow multiple locations while serving diverse communities How Easy Transition uses *AI and automation* to help small businesses thrive You’ll see how they blend education and technology to: Catch kids before they get pulled into negative paths Give them practical skills in coding, robotics, AI, and content creation Provide a safe, fun space where “different” kids finally feel like they belong You’ll walk away with a deeper appreciation for veterans, new ideas for empowering youth, and a real understanding of why coding, structure, and community support matter more than ever. #veterans #veteransday #militarylife #youthempowerment #codingforkids #codeninjas #communitynonprofit #STEMeducation #parentingtips #atlanta #smallbusiness #AIautomation #militaryfamily #discipline #youthprograms 00:00 Intro: Speak Harmony & Today’s Mission 02:04 National Days, Veterans & Marine Corps Birthday 04:06 Meet James & Tamica: Army Strong Couple 05:28 Why We Joined the Military 07:26 From Farm Life & Jamaica to a 30-Year Career 08:10 Their NATO Love Story in Brussels 10:02 Serving on the International Stage (NATO, POTUS & More) 12:35 Coming Home: Veterans, Politics & Being Apolitical 14:21 Sacrifice, Deployment & What Most People Don’t See 17:02 Should You Tell Family Not to Enlist? 21:01 Why the Military Can Still Be a Powerful Path 23:39 Benefits, Financial Literacy & Growing Up Fast 28:01 Bringing Discipline Home: Family, Finances & Peace 31:51 Segment 2: Community Restore Takes the Mic 32:50 What Is Community Restore & Who They Serve 33:30 Caribbean Brunch Fundraiser & How to Support 34:44 Why Trades & Construction Matter for Our Youth 37:51 Segment 3: Meet the Code Ninjas Owners 40:05 What Coding Really Is (and Why Kids Need It) 42:51 Failure, Grit & Critical Thinking Through Games 45:02 Inside Code Ninjas: After-School Coding for Kids 47:00 From Pre-K Teacher & Engineer to Tech Educators 49:01 Easy Transition: AI & Automation for Small Business 51:04 Partnering With Schools & Growing in the Community 52:39 Ages, Access & Real Opportunities for Our Kids