The Positivity Hour

Welcome to The Positivity Hour hosted by Darshaun Smith. Episodes are posted on Sundays at 12:00 noon (CST). In this podcast, you can expect to hear conversations on the world, interviews with experts in their fields and more! The Positivity Hour podcast helps viewers and listeners leave looking at social issues, money, relationships, power dynamics and more with a positive view point with solutions to fix problems today!! ( Biz Email: the.positivity.hour.podcast@gmail.com)VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAYhttps://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKShttps://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god

The Positivity Hour is a society podcast hosted by Darshaun Smith, with 223 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Darshaun Smith hosts The Positivity Hour, a society show with 223 episodes published.

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  Episode #34

  3 Reasons Your Business Needs Better Packaging | EP. 242

  Aug 16, 202643 minS7

  In Episode 242 of The Positivity Hour, I take a step back from the usual personal development conversations and talk about something every business owner needs to think about: how you package what you sell. Having a great product or service is only part of building a successful business. If people don't understand what you do, who it's for, what they're getting, or why it's worth the price, getting them to buy becomes much harder. I break down three reasons why business packaging matters: 1. Packaging tells people what you actually do. Your customers shouldn't have to figure out your business on their own. Your offers should clearly communicate what you provide and who you help. 2. Packaging makes buying easier. Customers don't always know exactly what they need. A well-built package gives them direction and makes the decision-making process much simpler. 3. Packaging communicates your value. You're not just selling a product or a service. You're selling the experience, expertise, process, deliverables, and results that come with it. Good packaging helps customers understand what they're actually paying for. I also use Darshaun Smith Productions as a real-world case study, including the lessons I've learned while developing DSP's photography, videography, and graphic design offerings. From clearly communicating starting prices to breaking down coverage, deliverables, delivery, and who each package is best for, I've learned that the way you present your services can be just as important as the services themselves. To finish the main topic, I give you one action step you can take today: pick one service you offer and answer five simple questions: What is it? Who is it for? What problem does it solve? What does the customer receive? And what does it start at? If you can answer those questions clearly, you're already on your way to creating an offer that's easier to understand, easier to sell, and easier for the right customer to say yes to. Whether you're building a creative business, starting your first company, or trying to improve an existing business, this episode is all about making your value easier to see. Don't make people work to understand your business. Make it easy to understand, easy to compare, and easy to buy. VIDEO MENTIONED: - https://youtu.be/jBtwzVFPc4M?si=3-OPDGtXbebfIN_0 TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 INTRO (MAIN TOPIC IS LESS THAN 3 MINUTES) 2:45 TIME CAPSULE (LAST WEEK'S PODCAST, AND NFL BROWNS GAME) 6:58 MAIN TOPIC / LET'S GET PERSONAL 12:18 REASON #1 (BETTER PACKAGING TELLS PEOPLE WHAT YOU ACTUALLY DO) 15:08 REASON #2 (THE RIGHT PACKAGING MAKES BUYING EASIER) 17:38 REASON #3 (PACKAGING COMMUNICATES YOUR VALUE) 23:33 ACTION STEP TO FIX YOUR PACKAGING TODAY! (5 QUESTIONS TO ASK AND IMPLEMENT) 31:33 WISDOM FROM AND OG (LAMBORGHINI CASE STUDY) 36:56 OUTRO, THANKS FOR WATCHING! VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAY: And book a shoot!! https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god Now do yourself a favor and like, subscribe, dislike, unsubscribe, hate comment, share, or report, I don't care what you do, as long as you are staying positive at the end of the day, that's all that really matters. I love and appreciate you all my #PositivitiyGang members, stay safe and most of all stay positive. #Peace✌ #115550 #pg-ent #thepositivitygod #the_positivity_god #StayPositive #PositivityGangEnterprise #Positivity #Darshaunsmith VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAY: https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god

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  Episode #33

  You Are the Culture: Be the Change You Want to See | EP. 241

  Aug 9, 20261h 27mS7

  What exactly is culture? Who creates it? And what role do we play in shaping the culture of the places we call home? In Episode 241 of The Positivity Hour, I take a deep dive into the concept of culture and what it actually means in 2026. We often talk about culture like it's something that simply exists around us, but the reality is that we are the people creating it every single day. I look at how culture develops locally in cities like Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and Chicago, and why so many people can feel like there's "nothing to do" in their communities. Instead of always waiting for someone else to create something, what if we became the people who create the experiences, events, businesses, art, conversations, and communities we wish existed? That leads to the biggest message of this episode: You have to be the change you want to see in the world. I also open the episode with a Time Capsule discussion about some of the cultural conversations happening in the United States and the WNBA surrounding transgender women in women's sports. I share my perspective on the distinction between biological sex and gender and why I believe these complicated conversations deserve to be discussed honestly and respectfully. The Time Capsule section also includes something positive: I look at Europe's progress toward its renewable energy goals and highlight how large-scale change is possible when people commit to a long-term vision. Finally, I share two amazing quotes I heard this past week and give an update on Darshaun Smith Productions. I've been making significant progress behind the scenes, and I'm getting closer to the point where I can shift my focus back toward the money-making actions that will continue moving the business forward. This episode is ultimately about participation. You don't have to wait for your city, your community, your industry, or the world to become what you want it to be. Start creating it. Because culture isn't just something you consume. Culture is something you make. CONTENT MENTIONED IN THE PODCAST: - https://youtu.be/s7ASoHd_zE4?si=Q4xpLFY57TZthtqN - https://youtu.be/ZgD-5ZEWeXs?si=Xd_omY2imO6ZzB6Q - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTV_PgeOIMA - https://youtu.be/3tZgwYfo_ok?si=t340UnV-YOamqodV&t=192 - https://www.unesco.org/en/query-list/c/culture - https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/culture - https://people.tamu.edu/~i-choudhury/culture.html - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Urban_culture - https://simplicable.com/culture/local-culture - https://www.quora.com/What-do-people-mean-when-they-say-there-is-nothing-to-do-in-their-city - https://www.excelsior.edu/article/strong-organizational-culture/ - https://www.newbocitymarket.org/ - https://www.matthew-25.org/cultivate-hope-corner-store/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 INTRO / MAIN TOPIC IN 87 SECONDS 1:27 TIME CAPSULE (WNBA TRANSGENDER DEBATE / RENEWABLE ENERGY PROGRESS) 15:58 MAIN TOPIC CONTEXT (THERE'S NOTHING TO DO IN MY CITY, WHY IS THAT?) 18:20 MAIN TOPIC (HOW IS LOCAL CULTURE CREATED, AND HOW CAN YOU HELP CONTRIBUTE TO YOUR LOCAL SCENE) 57:18 LET'S GET PERSONAL (ALMOST DONE WITH MY WEBSITE, GOING HARD IN THE GYM, HMB SEASON ALMOST BACK) 1:11:10 WISDOM FROM AN OG (QUOTES FROM RYAN BURTON AND JAMES PUMPHERY) 1:19:44 OUTRO! THANKS FOR WATCHING AND I'LL SEE YOU NEXT WEEK! VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAY: And book a shoot!! https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god Now do yourself a favor and like, subscribe, dislike, unsubscribe, hate comment, share, or report, I don't care what you do, as long as you are staying positive at the end of the day, that's all that really matters. I love and appreciate you all my #PositivitiyGang members, stay safe and most of all stay positive. #Peace✌ #115550 #pg-ent #thepositivitygod #the_positivity_god #StayPositive #PositivityGangEnterprise #Positivity #Darshaunsmith

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  Episode #32

  YOU'RE WATCHING EVERYONE LIVE LIFE BUT YOURSELF! | EP. 240

  Aug 2, 202622 minS7

  In this episode of The Positivity Hour, I talk about a habit that's holding so many people back: spending more time watching other people live their dreams than working on our own. Whether it's social media, YouTube, television, or constantly comparing ourselves to everyone else, it's easy to spend hours consuming someone else's life while neglecting our own. Before we know it, another day has passed, and we've made little progress toward the goals that matter most to us. This episode is just as much a reminder for me as it is for you. I've been challenging myself to be more intentional with my time, to focus on what I can control, and to use every hour of the day to move one step closer to the life I'm trying to build. Every minute spent learning, creating, improving, or serving others is an investment in my future. To wrap up the episode, I share practical advice you can apply immediately, and it all comes down to one simple idea: Do the math. We all have the same 24 hours in a day. We can't create more time, but we can choose how we spend the time we've been given. The habits you build, the priorities you set, and the decisions you make today will shape the life you have tomorrow. The difference isn't that some people are given more hours than others. The difference is often how those hours are invested. If you've been waiting for the perfect moment to start, this is your sign to begin. Stop measuring your life against someone else's highlight reel. Put your head down, focus on your own journey, and start building a life you're proud of—one hour, one decision, and one day at a time. Your dreams won't build themselves. Get to work, stay consistent, and make today count. VIDEOS MENTIONED: - https://youtu.be/Eo9HJUorNsU?si=dlLwbnV8eTk7X_gB&t=136 - https://youtu.be/8-tpfXNfi4w?si=o0L_Rs6vuESU79Cw - https://youtu.be/VaemntLsxoQ?si=Ryq5xXfp8Qin_C86 TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 INTRO 2:34 MAIN TOPIC / WE ALL HAVE THE SAME 24 HOURS A DAY 16:02 MAIN TAKE AWAYS OF THE PODCAST 19:17 WISDOM FROM AN OG / OUTRO VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAY: And book a shoot!! https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: ⁠https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god⁠ Now do yourself a favor and like, subscribe, dislike, unsubscribe, hate comment, share, or report, I don't care what you do, as long as you are staying positive at the end of the day, that's all that really matters. I love and appreciate you all my #PositivitiyGang members, stay safe and most of all stay positive. #Peace✌ #115550 #pg-ent #thepositivitygod #the_positivity_god #StayPositive #PositivityGangEnterprise #Positivity #Darshaunsmith VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAY: https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god

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  Episode #31

  4 MANTRAS THAT WILL CHANGE HOW YOU VIEW PERSONAL GROWTH IN 2026 | EP. 239

  Jul 26, 202632 minS7

  In this episode of The Positivity Hour, I share four mantras that have completely changed the way I approach personal growth in 2026. If you're serious about becoming a better version of yourself, these principles can help you stay focused when the journey gets difficult. The four mantras are: 1. Listen to people closest to your goals, not closest to your current self. 2. Don't let someone else's perception of you become your reality. 3. People will call you "cringe" while you're climbing the ladder—but it's only cringe until you make it. 4. Some people struggle to accept when someone they know rises above the expectations they had for them—and even for themselves. Throughout the episode, I break down what each of these ideas means and how they've shaped my own mindset as I've continued to grow both personally and professionally. I also give an update on my own journey in 2026 and the work that's happening behind the scenes at Darshaun Smith Productions. From studying sales psychology and improving my communication skills to updating my business website and becoming more disciplined in the gym, I'm committed to getting just a little better every day. None of these goals happen overnight, but every small improvement compounds over time. The biggest lesson from this episode is simple: focus on yourself, focus on your goals, and don't let outside opinions determine the direction of your life. Growth isn't always comfortable, and not everyone will understand your vision. That's okay. Your job isn't to convince everyone else—it's to keep showing up and doing the work. If you stay consistent, remain coachable, and refuse to give up, you might surprise yourself with what's possible. Keep working. Keep growing. And remember—your future is built by the choices you make today. VIDEOS MENTIONED: - https://youtu.be/BM6xaAHRRYE?si=F4H27QSRCWRKWpOa - https://youtu.be/z_YsI8vd-DA?si=rtFHpVwhMxN11Kq8 - https://youtu.be/8-tpfXNfi4w?si=PJXxB0zD8kklJrtl - https://youtu.be/rTefie-IHSk?si=LwJXcLnCOypy9eYX - https://youtu.be/5SK7LBYcjYs?si=Yx2d4IRhVYgYMy1N - https://youtube.com/shorts/ydNmwD_soK8?si=ZZd4VKpLfwlXMHeD - https://youtube.com/shorts/bHPKDdzpPpw?si=UZkuFhGAf38vEhPp TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 INTRO MAIN TOPIC RAPID FIRE! 1:48 MAIN TOPIC CONTEXT 5:42 WHAT IS A MANTRA? 8:11 MANTRA #1 EXPLAINED 10:29 MANTRA #2 EXPLAINED 13:10 MANTRA #3 EXPLAINED 19:20 MANTRA #4 EXPLAINED 25:01 LET'S GET PERSONAL ABOUT TRYING TO LEVEL UP YOUR SOCIAL CLASS 30:17 OUTRO!! THANKS FOR WATCHING VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAY: And book a shoot!! https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god Now do yourself a favor and like, subscribe, dislike, unsubscribe, hate comment, share, or report, I don't care what you do, as long as you are staying positive at the end of the day, that's all that really matters. I love and appreciate you all my #PositivitiyGang members, stay safe and most of all stay positive. #Peace✌ #115550 #pg-ent #thepositivitygod #the_positivity_god #StayPositive #PositivityGangEnterprise #Positivity #Darshaunsmith VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAY: https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god

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  Episode #30

  I'm Finally Using My College Degree (Just Not the Way I Expected) | EP. 238

  Jul 19, 202623 minS7

  Three years after graduating from college, I've realized something surprising: I use my college degree every single day—but not in the way I originally expected. In this episode of The Positivity Hour, I reflect on earning my degrees in Sociology and African American Studies and how those experiences continue to shape the way I approach life and business. While I don't directly use my degree in my day-to-day work, I absolutely use the mindset it took to earn it. College during the COVID-19 pandemic taught me how to work through uncertainty, persevere when things got difficult, stay disciplined, and continue moving forward even when the finish line felt far away. Those lessons have become the foundation for how I run Darshaun Smith Productions today. I also share one of the most valuable mindsets I learned from my professor, Dr. Louise Seamster. When you're doing work where progress isn't always visible—whether that's building a business, researching, writing, or creating—it's important to write down what you've accomplished over time. Seeing your progress on paper reminds you that your effort is leading somewhere, even when the results aren't immediate. To close the episode, I talk about how I'm applying this lesson to my own business in 2026. As I continue updating my website, refining my sales funnel, and improving the systems behind Darshaun Smith Productions, I'm reminded that meaningful progress is often built through hundreds of small improvements—not one giant breakthrough. If you've ever questioned whether your past experiences still matter or wondered if your hard work is paying off, this episode is a reminder that every challenge teaches you something valuable. Sometimes the greatest thing you gain isn't a title or a job—it's the mindset that helps you build the life you truly want. Keep showing up. Keep tracking your progress. And remember, success is built one step at a time. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 INTRO / PODCAST OVERVIEW 1:00 MAIN TOPIC / THE MIND-FRAME COLLEGE TAUGHT ME 11:16 LET'S GET PERSONAL / HOW I USE THIS IN MY BUSINESS AND LIFE 15:28 WISDOME FROM AN OG / ALEX HORMOZI QUOTE FROM AN EVENT 18:00 OUTRO / AND NEW SONG SNIPPET VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAY: And book a shoot!! https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god Now do yourself a favor and like, subscribe, dislike, unsubscribe, hate comment, share, or report, I don't care what you do, as long as you are staying positive at the end of the day, that's all that really matters. I love and appreciate you all my #PositivitiyGang members, stay safe and most of all stay positive. #Peace✌ #115550 #pg-ent #thepositivitygod #the_positivity_god #StayPositive #PositivityGangEnterprise #Positivity #Darshaunsmith VISIT MY WEBSITE TODAY: https://www.dsmithproductions.com/ VIEW ALL MY SOCIAL LINKS: https://linktr.ee/The_positivity_god

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