Diversity Dish

In this conversation Elizabeth and Sedie talk about so many ways that Women can achieve their best by letting go of perfection, fear and disbelief.------Places to find Elizabeth:Website:https://courses.achievementandexcellence.comFree Assessment:https://courses.achievementandexcellence.com/p/professional-assessment-benchmarkFinding Your Ikigaihttps://courses.achievementandexcellence.com/p/finding-your-ikigaiBlog:https://achievementandexcellence.com/blogYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn08Yx5bKaRIwf0Im5P69dg?sub_confirmation=1LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-institute-for-achievement-and-excellenceFaceBook:https://www.facebook.com/instituteforachievementandexcellenceInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/achievementandexcellenceTwitter:https://twitter.com/InstExcellencePinterest:https://www.pinterest.co.uk/AchievementandExcellence----------Other places you can find Sedruola Maruska:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/

Ar'Sheill's book is called "Kids in Cuffs: Striving for Equity & Empathy in Education" so we got into some things in this episode. With her 15 years of experience under her belt, Ar'Sheill is advocating for better training of educators so that Black children and children of color don't get left behind due to bias. Listen to this episode full of calls for empathy and educating ourselves so we can better serve our children.Ar'Sheill's book: Kids in Cuffs: Striving for Equity and Empathy in EducationAr'Sheill's website: https://arsheillmonsanto.com/----------Other places you can Sedruola Maruska:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/

Joshua Washington is a serial entrepreneur. He has founded multiple businesses, including The Joshua Mentality, a messaging apparel line called Black Caution, and an organizational psychology firm. What ties all of these ventures together is Joshua's belief in the value of people. This conviction shines through everything he does and is the foundation for his success.This is a fun conversation that touches on what true leadership is and why so many leaders fall short. Joshua and Sedie enjoy a wonderfully fun rapport that you can't help but enjoy!-------------------------Follow @thejoshuamentality on all social media platformsGrab your copy of "The Mentality of Success" - BUY BOOK-------------------------Other places you can Sedruola Maruska:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/

Renowned speaker, author, and equity consultant Dr. Nancy Dome co-founded Epoch Education in 2014 to provide leaders in education and business with accessible professional development in diversity, inclusion and belonging, and equity. As an educator for nearly three decades, Dr. Dome taught in the juvenile court and community schools teaching our most vulnerable students and has served as a Distinguished Teacher in Residence and faculty member at California State University San Marcos. Her transformative approach helps school districts and educational agencies throughout the country navigate complex topics, build bridges, and work together for inclusive, impactful change. For more information, visit www.epocheducation.com.-------------------------Other places you can Sedruola Maruska:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/

In this episode Erin and Sedie talk a lot about what it means to truly embrace every part of yourself especially when society is busy telling you, as a woman, that you're not enough.----------You can connect with Erin here:Website: LIVE MORE. CARRY LESS. (livemorecarryless.com)———————Diversitydish.com – How can I help you gain the confidence necessary to have meaningful conversations and affect real change when it comes to equity & inclusion?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

This fun and enlightening conversation about effective communication is a do not miss!Monique Russell is the global communications expert you want on your team. She teaches women leaders and teams how to have positive and productive relationships at home and work using effective communications tools and strategies. Passionate about serving Black and Women Employee Resource Groups, organizations like Amazon, Microsoft, Google, the Centers for Disease Control, Verizon, Intel, Equifax, and the world's busiest airport, Atlanta Hartsfield Jackson International, trust Monique to guide them in implementing communication strategies that foster connection, community, creativity, and courage. You can too.----------Where to connect with Monique:LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/clearcommunicationcoachWebsite: http://www.moniquerussell.com/———————Diversitydish.com – How can I help you gain the confidence necessary to have meaningful conversations and affect real change when it comes to equity & inclusion?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Vivianne Castillo brings the whole truth and nothing but in this incredibly fun conversation. As someone who is passionate about supporting disillusioned professionals, she's not willing to compromise her standards for comfort. In this conversation Sedie and Vivianne talk about what it means to be heart-centered, workplace trauma and who we need to focus on when it comes to the work of equity and inclusion. Don't miss this super fun episode!!----------Ways to connect with Vivianne:Website: HmntyCntrdInstagram: HmntyCntrd (@humanitycentered) • Instagram photos and videosLinkedIn: (21) Vivianne Castillo | LinkedInTwitter: Vivianne Castillo (@vcastillo630) / Twitter———————Diversitydish.com – How can I help you gain the confidence necessary to have meaningful conversations and affect real change when it comes to equity & inclusion?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Jade Simmons is a creator of transformational experiences designed to activate audiences into becoming the biggest, boldest version of themselves possible.In this episode Jade and Sedie talk about purpose, audacious prayers and why varying voices are needed to move the work of change forward.----------Connect with Jade:Website: http://jadesimmons.comBook: Audacious Prayers for World Changers: Live & Pray Out Loud———————Diversitydish.com – How can I help you gain the confidence necessary to have meaningful conversations and affect real change when it comes to equity & inclusion?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Erin's special talent is finding the “Rembrandt in the Attic”--that hidden or overlooked asset that can be leveraged for maximum value.----------In this conversation Sedie and Erin talk about why we're still fighting for access when it comes to voting, how the lack of access influences racism and why it's important for women to see the value in earning more money.----------Ways to connect with Erin:Think Beyond IPLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erinaustin/———————Diversitydish.com – How can I help you gain the confidence necessary to have meaningful conversations and affect real change when it comes to equity & inclusion?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

One of the least addressed aspects of diversity is that of those who have disabilities. Whether visible or invisible there's a stigma that follows those with disabilities that hasn't waned in the last 30 years. In this conversation Sedie and Ruth Rathblott dig into what it means to have a disability, how business leaders can create better environments for those with disabilities and why we all need to get a better understanding of what it means.----------Ways to connect with Ruth:Website: DEI Speaker & Nonprofit Leader ~ Ruth RathblottYouTube: https://youtu.be/9W3FtgvjC-4LinkedIn: • Ruth Rathblott - New York, New York, United States | Professional Profile | LinkedInInstagram: Ruth Rathblott | Speaker (@ruthrathblottspeaker) • Instagram photos and videosBook: Single Handedly: Learning to Unhide and Embrace Connection———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Tahmina and Sedie discuss how the pandemic exacerbated immigration laws and what immigrants mean to the US economy.----------Tahmina Watson is the founder of Watson Immigration Law and is a lawyer, author, and activist. She is the author of Legal Heroes in the Trump Era as well asThe Startup Visa book which just released its 2nd edition.----------Ways to connect with Tahmina:Website: Experienced Seattle Washington Immigration Attorney (watsonimmigrationlaw.com)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TahminaTalksImmigrationLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tahminawatson/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tahmina.watson/Books:The Startup Visa  - https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781735758534Legal Heroes in The Trump Era - https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781735758503———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

In this episode Sedie is chatting with writer, Javacia Harris-Bowser about health, writing and how the two correspond with each other. Both being breast cancer survivors, they chat about their experience and how it's changed them.----------Javacia Harris Bowser is an award-winning freelance journalist and the founder of "See Jane Write," which a friend of hers once called “the Sisterhood of the Traveling Pens.” See Jane Write is a website and community for women who write and blog that Javacia founded in 2011 in her hometown of Birmingham, Alabama.----------Ways to connect with Javacia:Website: Home - See Jane Write (seejanewritebham.com)Book: Find Your Way BackInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/seejavaciawrite/———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Dr. Ian D. Brooks, is the CEO and founder of Rhodes Smith Consulting - a Personal and Professional Development firm specializing In behavioral transformations. He's also the Author of "Intention: Building Capabilities to Transform Your Story".For over 24yrs, Dr. Brooks' career has taken him from working in a clinical ward to organizations and people - with the goal of helping individuals build skills toward achieving new heights.----------Ways to connect with Dr. Brooks:Website: https://rhodessmith.com/Book: Intention: Building Capabilities to Transform Your StoryInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drb_intention/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-brooks-phd-ms/———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Jack Kammer has a Masters in Social Work, worked as a correctional officer and a probation and parole agent. He also started a social work consultancy called Working Well With Men whose mission was to provide “tools and training for the Social Work profession to help men give and get all the love they can. Jack calls himself a "counter-feminist" social worker and is a passionate advocate for the rights of men.----------To connect with Jack:http://jackkammer.com———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited) 

Haitian-born Joanne Hyppolite, Ph.D. is the Supervisory Museum Curator of the African Diaspora at the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) and the board president of the Museums Association of the Caribbean. Her interests and expertise lie in African American and Afro-Caribbean material and expressive culture.  ----------Links to artists and organizations mentioned in the conversation:Art Smith - Jeweler: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Art_Smith_(jeweler)Winifred Mason - Jeweler: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winifred_MasonCaribbean Cultural Institute: https://cci.pamm.org/en/Museum Association of the Caribbean: https://caribbeanmuseums.com/———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

From homeless to hero, Michael Unbroken, is the Founder of Think Unbroken, best-selling author, award-winning speaker, podcast host, coach, and advocate for adult survivors of childhood trauma. In this episode we talk about childhood trauma, personal development and finding one's self. Listen to this conversation to hear about Michael's past and what's motivated him to become an advocate for people who've been hurt. This conversation is a don't miss.---------Ways to connect to Michael:Download his book "Think Unbroken" for Free: https://book.thinkunbroken.com/@Michaelunbroken on all social platforms———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

As an advocate for the underserved, Rick believes in the power of education to open pathways to opportunity and transform communities. Rick Benbow is the western Regional Vice President for Western Governors University (WGU). Throughout his career in academia, Rick has been passionate about creating innovation in higher education. ----------Ways to connect with Rick and find out more about Western Governors University (WGU):Western Governors University: www.wgu.edu/success———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Juliette Nelson is a thought leader, entrepreneur, and published author who is passionate about empowering people to achieve the highest standards of their purpose. Having a Bachelor's and Master's in Business Administration, she is dedicated to equipping her clients with the tools to be more productive, successful, and enjoy a better quality of life. She is also a Doctoral Candidate in Industrial & Organizational Psychology and aims to support organizations in achieving organizational effectiveness.----------Here are the places you can find Juliette:Book: Sharing my Lens the College ExperienceWebsite: https://www.juliettenurinelson.com/Nurilens: https://nurilens.co/Junuri: https://www.junuri.co/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/juliettenurinelsonInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliettenurinelson/———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Arthur Woods is a social entrepreneur and LGBTQ+ leader working at the intersection of equity, inclusion and technology. He is the Co-Founder of Mathison, a venture-backed technology platform equipping employers with everything they need to manage their diversity hiring efforts. He was named to Forbes 30 Under 30 and 40 Under 40 by BEQ. He is a three-times TEDx speaker and previously co-founded Out in Tech and Imperative.----------Links to connect with ArthurMore about Mathison: http://Mathison.io/platformBook, Hiring for Diversity: http://HiringforDiversityLinkedIn community: https://www.linkedin.com/company/mathisonio/Our new Book Club Action Series for Hiring for Diversity:https://www.linkedin.com/events/hiringfordiversitybookclubactio6834218873366073344/----------Other books mentioned in the episode:The Other Black Girl by Zakiya Dalila HarrisThe Artist's Way by Julia Cameron———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Super Julie Braun is an entrepreneur, and her company helps people get the career and salary they deserve regardless of their challenges. They work with Veterans, stay-at-home parents, immigrants, folks from the LGBTQIA+ community, and folks with addictions or alcoholism. They have helped formerly incarcerated individuals, people who have lost their passion for what they do, people with disabilities -learning, physical or psychiatric; they are the people who help take fear and formality out of the career. They've helped over 16,000 people get the job they deserve.Links where you can connect to Super Julie:https://superpurposes.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/super-purposes/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgZ8unOBxaV6s5srqmgwxLghttps://www.facebook.com/SuperPurposes/https://twitter.com/SuperPurposeshttps://www.instagram.com/superpurposes/Become A Superhero, Watch our Docuseries. https://superpurposes.com/———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://diversitydish.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Bethaney Wilkinson is a Black, Southern, soul guided, race conscious facilitator and coach. She is also the founder and author of The Diversity Gap, a book and ever-evolving community of social change practitioners. She helps entrepreneurs, activists, and creatives bring a race conscious perspective to their work, while also deepening into nature's rhythms as an anchoring practice for soul-guided leadership. You can learn more and follow her work at:Website: http://bethaneywilkinson.comWebsite: http://thediversitygap.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/bethaneybree"The Diversity Gap" Book: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781400226238———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

In this episode of Diversity Dish, I have the honor of speaking with Jean-Michel's sisters, Lisane Basquiat and Jeanine Basquiat Heriveaux about the mothers in their family. We chat about their grandmothers, their mother and their step-mother and the influence these women had on them and their brother.------This episode is for you if you love Jean-Michel Basquiat and want to know more about his family roots.------Basquiat King Pleasure Exhibit in Chelsea New York - Click Here for ticketsConnect with Lisane Basquiat: https://www.lisanebasquiat.com/———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

As an Equity, Inclusion and Diversity Consultant I work with a lot of businesses, organizations and companies that are "Nice". Thing is, nice doesn't move the needle when it comes to creating a truly antiracist culture. In this episode, you'll learn what nice is, and isn't. You'll learn what truly works, and why it's only the first step in the process of creating a truly equitable, inclusive and anti-racist culture.———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

The Rev. Dr. Marcia Ledford, is a practical theologian and Episcopal priest, native to Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Ledford worked as a civil rights attorney for over 30 years, including as an ACLU co-operating attorney on constitutional matters, prior to her ordination. ----------This conversation is for anyone who's been grappling with accepting who they are and living in their faith. We talk about not everyone and every place will be safe for those of us who are marginalized and how we need to find our people and create full lives where we are accepted, valued and loved.----------Ways to connect with MarciaEmail: marcia@miptm.comWebsite: https://www.politicaltheologymatters.comMedia Resources: https://www. politicaltheologymatters.com/mediaBlog: https://www.politicaltheologymatters.com/blogSocial Media pages and handlesFacebook: Political Theology MattersMarcia Ledford AuthorThe Lazarus Lives! ProjectMarcia Ledford (personal)LinkedIn:Marcia LedfordInstagram:@docledfordTwitter:@docledfordMore resources from Dr. Ledford available at http://diversitydish.com———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited) 

In this episode Sedie and Dr Naeema spend time talking about how important it is to seek help to heal our personal wounds. We also chat about hybrid publishing and how long it can take to write a whole book.----------Links from the episode and to connect with Dr. NaeemaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drnaeemawrites/Website: https://www.raisedasalie.com/Book: Raised As A LieCreator Institute: https://www.creator.institute/———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Brenden:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MasterTalksFree Training: https://www.rockstarcommunicator.com/workshop———————Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?——————–Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

We're celebrating Women's History Month by sharing Badass Black women who are often overlooked when it comes to accolades. This week we're talking about two women who endured indignities to push the cause of equality forward. Why Black women? Well, If we don't look out for each other, who will?----------To find out more about The Honorable Kentanji Brown-Jackson-----------To learn more about Claudia Jones--------------------Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service to you or your organization?--------------------Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

As we continue to celebrate Women's History Month, let's talk about the "taboo" subject of the menstrual cycle. In this conversation Bria, Ebere and Sedie get into the mysteries of the menstrual cycle and why it's important to dispel them and allow women, girls and those who menstruate to understand the beauty of the cycle.-------------------How to show support for Love Your Menses:Website donation: https://www.loveyourmenses.com/Book: Mya Learns About Menstruation--------------------Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service to you or your organization?--------------------Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

We're celebrating Women's History Month by sharing Badass Black women who are often overlooked when it comes to accolades. This week we're talking about three women who lived in three different times and helped shape the world we live in. Why Black women? Well, I do sneak a few Indigenous women in there too, but it's important that our stories be told. If we don't look out for each other, who will?----------To find out more about Anacaona-----------To learn more about Saidiya HartmanBook: Wayward Lives Beautiful Experiments: Intimate Histories of Riotous Black Girls, Troublesome Women, and Queer RadicalsBook: Lose Your Mother: A Journey Along the Atlantic Slave Route----------To learn more about Audre LordeBook: Selected Works of Audre LordeBook: The Collected Poems of Audre LordeBook: Sister OutsiderBook: Zami: A New Spelling of My Name: A BiomythographyBook: The Cancer JournalsThere are too many works for me to post each here, so CLICK HERE for a whole page full!--------------------Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service to you or your organization?--------------------Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Dr. Pam is unapologetic about how she lives her life and does so to the fullest. An avid traveler and culture lover, she has visited 40 of the 50 United States, 1 U.S. Territory, and 31 countries to gain a holistic view of the world we live in. While she loves books, live music, red wine, and trying different foods; nothing quite compares to seeing the world. Where you can connect with Dr. PamWebsite: https://iamdrpgurley.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pgurley/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/browngirlbrownboyseries/Book: I Am Not A Stereotype: I Am H.E.RBooks: Brown Girl & Brown Boy Series: https://iamdrpgurley.com/books-2/--------------------Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service to you or your organization?--------------------Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Dr. Tiffany M. Jenkins is New Jersey-based licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience in the behavioral health field. Dr. J owns and operates Awakening Change LLC where she helps her clients to develop and implement self-care strategies to reduce stress and avoid burnout.Where you can connect with Dr. J:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AwakeningChangeLLC/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awakeningchange/Website: https://awakeningchange.org/Book: Reclaiming My Time!: A Black Woman's Guide to Self Care--------------------Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service to you or your organization?--------------------Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links to connect with Yvette:http://webantiphon.comhttp://empoweredInnovation.orghttps://instagram.com/yvettedubel/Books:Why Brand Risk Management Innovation is a Game ChangerA Cure For Racism---------------------Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service to you or your organization?--------------------Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Link for Action Step: Watch the Masterclass on "Black History, Black Freedom, Black Love"Want to be a guest? Want to work with Sedie? Have a burning question or comment? Visit me at diversitydish.com ---------------------Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?--------------------Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Facebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Nicole and to purchase her books:Website: https://www.talktonicole.com/ Book "Blended to Perfection": https://amzn.to/3tb54a7Book "Dating Made Simple": https://amzn.to/3zQGlJyBook "Mom's Who Boss Up": https://bit.ly/mwbupp---------------------Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?--------------------Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Want to be a guest? Want to work with Sedie? Have a burning question or comment? Visit me at diversitydish.com ---------------------Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?--------------------Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Dr. Gena Cox and resources mentioned in this episode: Feels Human: Feels Human, Inc.LinkedIn: Gena Cox, PhD, PCC - Founder / CEO - Feels Human. Inc. | LinkedIn“Profit First For Minority Business Enterprises” by Susanne Mariga: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781735775906Episode with Nike Anani on Generational Wealth: https://diversity-dish.simplecast.com/episodes/ep-33-reversing-generational-poverty-through-generational-wealth  ---------------------Diversitydish.com – How can I be of service?--------------------Other places you can find resources and help support my work:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Ayanna Davis aka Phenomenally Autistic Ayanna and mentions in the episode:My Melanin: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9780578715438Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/phenomenallyautistic/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQhDs21gawWrY-JSADFGGnQTikToc: https://www.tiktok.com/@phenomenallyautistic? ---------------------Hey, remember to listen to the private podcast “Discover Your Social Power”and join the Discovery Den!Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------Ready to cultivate a culture that's Equitable and Inclusive and attract and maintain the Diversity you're looking for? Great! Connect with me in the links below and let's get to know each other.Here are a few places we can connect:Patreon / Discovery Den: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Lisa and mentions in the episode:Your Next Level Life Book: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781642500325Instagram: Karen Arrington (@karen_arrington) • Instagram photos and videosFacebook: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781642500325Twitter: Karen Arrington (@Karen_Arrington) / TwitterMiss Black USA Pageant: https://www.missblackusa.org/---------------------Hey, remember to listen to the private podcast “Discover Your Social Power”Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------Ready to cultivate a culture that's Equitable and Inclusive and attract and maintain the Diversity you're looking for? Great! Connect with me in the links below and let's get to know each other.Here are a few places we can connect:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Lisa and mentions in the episode:The Talking Drum Book: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781771337410Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisabraxton6186/Website: Lisa Braxton | Author of the novel, The Talking DrumTwitter: https://twitter.com/LisaReidbraxtonWe Need Diverse Books: https://diversebooks.org/---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------Ready to cultivate a culture that's Equitable and Inclusive and attract and maintain the Diversity you're looking for? Great! Connect with me in the links below and let's get to know each other.Here are a few places we can connect:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------The Join us in the “Discovery Den” not sure yet, that's okay, join the FREE pop-up podcast first, then decide it's LIVE CLICK HERE to get started! Or http://sedruolamaruska.com/work-with-sedieLooking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links of mentions from the episodeNew mammogram machine investment information: https://republic.co/koning“The Gilded Ones” by Namina Forna: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781984848697“Cravings: Hungry For More, A Cookbook” by Chrissy Teigen: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781524759728---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------The Join us in the “Discovery Den” not sure yet, that's okay, join the FREE pop-up podcast first, then decide it's LIVE CLICK HERE to get started!Looking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Helen Morgan and other mentions from the episode“The Four Agreements” – By Don Miguel Ruiz: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781878424310Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/miles2infinity/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hgmorgan/---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------The FREE Pop-Up Podcast “Discovery Den” is LIVE CLICK HERE to get started on discovering exactly why your passion and purpose are so important to social justice!Looking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links to connect with Antonio:Book: A Grandmother's Unconditional LoveTonioTimeDaily - YouTubeAntonio Myers | FacebookTonioTimeDaily is creating videos (podcast) | PatreonAntonio Myers (@Antonio72719197) / TwitterTonioTimeDaily (iamtrulyholistic.blogspot.com)TonioTimeDaily • A podcast on AnchorPay $TonioTimeDaily on Cash App---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------The FREE Pop-Up Podcast “Discover Your Social Power” is LIVE CLICK HERE to get started on discovering exactly why your passion and purpose are so important to social justice!Looking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Dr. V and other mentions from the episodeBreast Cancer Conqueror: Welcome To Breast Cancer Conqueror - Breast Cancer ConquerorFacebook: http://facebook.com/breastcancerconquerorInstagram: http://instagram.com/breast_cancer_conquerororMammacare.com: https://mammacare.org/The Environmental Working Group: https://www.ewg.org/  Heal Breast Cancer Naturally: https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781090881793---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------The FREE Pop-Up Podcast “Discover Your Social Power” is LIVE CLICK HERE to get started on discovering exactly why your passion and purpose are so important to social justice!Looking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Dr. Omolara Thomas Uwemedimo Website: Melanin & Medicine (omolaramd.com)Instagram: Business Coach | Black Doctors (@melaninmedicineco) • Instagram photos and videosLinkedIn: Omolara Thomas Uwemedimo, MD, MPH - CEO & Founder, - Melanin & Medicine | LinkedInYouTube: Melanin, Medicine & Motherhood with Dr. Omolara - YouTube---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------Set up your "VIP Discovery Date with Sedie" Today CLICK HERE to get started on discovering exactly where your passion and purpose intersect!Looking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Help support my work by becoming a patron over at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Jason Greer and mentions in the episodeGreer Consulting Inc.: http://hiregci.comInstagram: http://instagram.com/jason.greerTwitter: https://twitter.com/LaborDiversityBook: "Bias, Racism & The Brain"---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------Set up your "VIP Discovery Date with Sedie" Today CLICK HERE to get started on discovering exactly where your passion and purpose intersect!Looking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Help support my work by becoming a patron over at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Dr. Dennis and mentions in the episode:365 Diversity Website: https://365diversity.com/Igbo Landing (Mass suicide): https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/events-african-american-history/igbo-landing-mass-suicide-1803/Book “Stepin Fetchit: Life & Times of Lincoln Perry:  https://bookshop.org/a/11079/9781400096763Kora Lee's Gourmet Deserts: https://www.koralees.com/---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------Set up your "VIP Discovery Date with Sedie" Today CLICK HERE to get started on discovering exactly where your passion and purpose intersect!Looking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Help support my work by becoming a patron over at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Melissa KiguwaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/obanj.jewelry/Obanj Website: https://www.obanj.com/Invest in Obanj: https://wefunder.com/obanj“The Idealist” Podcast: https://www.theidealistspodcast.co/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theidealists.podcastBe an Investor via Republic: https://republic.co/---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Review, Rate, & Share to help more people find us - Also come be a patron!--------------------Set up your "VIP Discovery Date with Sedie" Today CLICK HERE to get started on discovering exactly where your passion and purpose intersect!Looking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Help support my work by becoming a patron over at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Heather HansenInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/imheatherhansen/Advocate to Win Website: https://advocatetowin.com/Podcast “Elegant Warrior” on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3nNXgfHD2T2lFMFmFOYjSH?si=bWdQ1oB_QDSEEmjEG_wptw&nd=1Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heatherhansenpresentsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-hansen-84243512/Buy the Book: “Advocate to Win: 10 Tools to Ask for What You Want and Get It” by Heather HansenBuy the Book: “The Elegant Warrior: How to Win Life's Trials Without Losing Yourself” by Heather Hansen---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to Download, Rate, & Share to help more people find this podcast  - Also leave a Review for a chance to be Shouted Out in a future episode!--------------------Set up your "VIP Discovery Date with Sedie" Today CLICK HERE to get started on discovering exactly where your passion and purpose intersect!Looking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Help support my work by become a patron over at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

Links for Mandy CavanaughWebsite: Mandy Cavanaugh - Feminine Entrepreneurship & Leadership ResourcesLinkedIn: Mandy Cavanaugh - Author | Consultant - MandyCavanaugh.com | LinkedInBuy the Book: “F*uck The Glass Ceiling” by Mandy Cavanaugh---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to  Download, Rate & Share to help more people find this podcast  - Also leave a review for a chance to be Shouted Out in a future episode!--------------------Set up your "VIP Discovery Date with Sedie" Today CLICK HERE to get started on discovering exactly where your passion and purpose intersect!Looking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Help support my work by become a patron over at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)

To find out more about Dr. Tracie Gilbert, please follow her on these platforms:Twitter: https://twitter.com/TracieG_The_PhDInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tracieg_the_phd/Podcast: T. S. O. B.--The Sex Ed Of Blackfolk (tsobpodcast.com)---------------------Enjoyed this episode? Don't forget to  Download, Rate & Share to help more people find this podcast  - Also leave a review for a chance to be Shouted Out in a future episode!--------------------Set up your "VIP Discovery Date with Sedie" Today CLICK HERE to get started on discovering exactly where your passion and purpose intersect!Looking for Sedie? Here are a few other places we can connect:Help support my work by become a patron over at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/sedruolamaruskaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sedruolamaruska/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sedruola/Website: http://sedruolamaruska.comFacebook: Sedruola Maruska (limited)