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Feb 5, 2025
Nicole Avant, best-selling author and acclaimed producer, joins to share the inspiring story of the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion, an all-Black, all-female unit in WWII. She reflects on her personal journey of grief after losing her mother, emphasizing healing and hope. Avant also discusses her insights as a former Ambassador to the Bahamas, touching on the roles of the Coast Guard and the importance of diversity in progress, urging listeners to embrace varied perspectives for a better future.
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The Six Triple Eight
- Nicole Avant produced The Six Triple Eight, a film about a Black female battalion in WWII.
- They delivered 17 million pieces of backlogged mail in three months, boosting troop morale and contributing to victory.
Importance of Morale
- Maintaining communication and connection is crucial for morale, especially during wartime.
- The Six Triple Eight's mail delivery significantly improved troop morale, contributing to the war effort.
Think You'll Be Happy
- Nicole Avant's mother's last words, "Think you'll be happy," became a mantra for her after her mother's tragic death.
- Avant shifted from writing a self-help book to sharing her grief journey and life lessons in "Think You'll Be Happy."
