Fluid Truth

The Fluid Truth conversation rolls on in a dynamic conversation between Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Mr. Malik Champlain. Mr. Champlain has a back ground in enforcement and advocacy. He shares his story and the manner in which he desires to create an impact in our community. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth continues with Segment 2 of the conversation between Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Mr. Craig Scott, Actor & Activist. After spending 26 years in federal prison, Mr. Scott created a film called: Can A N** do Shakespeare? This film can be found on The Tubi Movie Network. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversation continue with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Mr. Craig Scott, Actor & Activist. After spending 26 years in federal prison, Mr. Scott created a film called: Can A N** do Shakespeare? This film can be found on The Tubi Movie Network. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversation continue with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Mr. Kurt Zimmermann, Educator and Entrepreneur. Our conversation focused on reflections and his anti-racist equity work in the community. We shared thoughts on the power of owning mindsets and growing from there, and the beauty that "we're all cousins." Kurt can be found at: antiracisminaction.org. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversation returns with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Entrepreneur and Consultant, Ms. Natasha Noel. Having known each other for many years as colleagues, we jumped back to our "coach conversations" to discuss Black Leadership. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversation returns with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas for s Fluid Truth Roundtable - Men's edition. Special Guests Mr. Maurice Morgan and Mr. Darryl Cotton jumped right into the discussion of the state of Young Black Men and the conversation of Economic Equity. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversation this week was with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Sonserae Cicero and Tara Pollard for a Fluid Truth Roundtable. Tara Pollard is the Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Day Pitney, LLC and Sonserae Cicero is the Founder and President of the Society of Human Engagement and Business Alignment. We jumped right into the discussion of the state of Black Women and Equity. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversation this week was with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Elliot Harrell. We spoke about the intersection of race, gender and sexuality in the queer community. Elliot shared their experiences and why advocacy is central to achieving equity. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversation this week was with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Ms. Aurora Corteville. We got together to talk about her story and experience living in and out of this country, and most importantly - there is need to act. Aurora is a part of the Berlin Equity Action Team and advocates for local social justice and political issues.. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversations with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Mr Steffon Miller. We got together to talk about his story, from his own lens and vantage point, Those who helped him along the way and his work to help others through: Reformed Offenders Creating Change. ROCC331.ORG Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversations with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Mr. Brian Dennis. We got together to talk about how equity is perceived from the lens of a black man who grew up in an urban area. Mr. Dennis shared stories and perspectives of how his experiences changed from being beloved in his community to targeted by systemic racism, Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversations roll on with Attorney Eroll Skyers stepping in as guest host for Shirley Skyers-Thomas in conversation with Mr. Leon Brown. Attorney Eroll Skyers is a legal practitioner here in CT.  He has a wide range of trial experience in personal injury & criminal law on both the State and Federal levels. Mr. Leon Brown is a long-time Financial Educator living in the UK with many years of experience in finance , investment banking & trading foreign exchange currencies. This amazing discussion focused on the concept of equity, and thought processes in the financial sector. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversations roll on with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Ms. Rhonda Scales-Thacker. She is the Managing Vice President for Software Engineering and Finance Technology for Gartner. She's involved in a host of civic activities where she strives to leave her space better than she found it. We spoke about black women in leadership and our role in conversations of equity. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversations continue with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Dr. Angela Skyers. We sat down to discuss what the lens of equity and authenticity often looks like in Higher Education. Dr. Skyers has been entrenched in the educational arena, with varying experiences from corporate to Higher Education. She is an Assistant Dean of Admissions and Student Affairs. We shared ideas and had a robust and real conversation. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversations continue with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas, Ms. Asia Skyers and Dr. Don Sawyer. Ms. Skyers & Dr. Sawyer had an authentic conversation about navigating the conversation of equity between generations. Ms. Skyers ( BA, Political Science - Quinnipiac, MPA and upcoming JD/MIS - North Carolina Central University) is a former student and opened a kitchen table conversation with Dr. Don Sawyer (VP Equity, Inclusion, and Leadership Development and Assoc Professor Sociology at Quinnipiac University). Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversations continue with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Mr. Barry Diamond. Mr. Diamond is the Executive Director of Re-entry Survivors, LLC, where it is home to the P.R.I.D.E. Program. Its stands for People Reentering Into Doing Entrepreneurship. The course is exclusively for inmates, released inmates and those with a criminal background so that they can learn how to start their own businesses. We sat down together to discuss his personal story, his experience with incarceration and why he is so passionate about helping the formerly incarcerated. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversations continue with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Dr. Lorenzo Boyd, Lorenzo M. Boyd, Ph.D., is a nationally recognized leader in police-community relations and an authority on urban policing, diversity issues in criminal justice, race and crime, and criminal justice systems. We sat down together to discuss his experience in law enforcement, his work with police departments across the country and what he's identified as the issues and bridges to healing in our policing. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversations continue with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Mr. Steve Driffin. Mr. Driffin is a writer, playwright, film maker and Director of Youth Programs and Co-Director of Operations at ConnCAT. In addition to community advocacy, Mr. Driffin organized a theatrical reading of “Death by 1,000 Cuts: A Requiem for Black and Brown Men, which he wrote and directed. “Death by A Thousand Cuts” was performed on Feb. 11 and 12, 2022 at the Buckman Theater at Quinnipiac University. We sat down together to discuss art, the unique predicament of black and brown men, and how to move the conversation of equity in the arts forward. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversations continue with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Ms. Tangular Irby, Author and Educator. Ms Irby is an author, educator, podcast host and quilter. She holds a BS in Business Administration, a Masters in the Art of Teaching and a 6th Year in Educational Leadership. She's worked professionally with Pre-K through 12 and most recently in higher education. She is the granddaughter of Gee's Bend quilters, Pearlie Kennedy Pettway and Jensie Lee Irby. We sat down together to discuss traditions, culture and how to move the conversation of equity in arts and education forward. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jillian Catalano & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. As noted in our conversation, these resources are accessible: Ms. Irby's Website: https://geesbendmade.com Ms. Irby's Podcast - Legacy of our African American Lives https://player.captivate.fm/episode/c4de31dd-21c5-4ffa-a648-8bd5c0f8fd91 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Fluid Truth conversations continue with Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Mr. Jeff Le. Mr. Le is a political partner at the Truman National Security Project. He was deputy director of external and international affairs and deputy Cabinet secretary to former California Governor Jerry Brown. He is a voice for education, equity, as well as Asian-American issues.  Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Johnny Marquardt, .Jackie Callinan, & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. As noted in our conversation, these resources are accessible: Jeff Le - Politico: https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2021/04/03/asian-american-aapi-political-power-covid-19-478845 PBS: https://www.pbs.org/show/asian-americans/ Asian Americans Advancing Justice Training: https://advancingjustice-aajc.org/events Authors: Ocean Vuong: On Earth We're Briefly Gorgeous (https://www.oceanvuong.com/copy-of-home) Cathy Park Hong: Minor Feelings (http://www.cathyparkhong.com/books) Viet Thanh Nguyen: The Sympathizer/The Committed (https://vietnguyen.info/books) Charles Yu: Interior Chinatown (https://www.charlesyuauthor.com/book/interior-chinatown/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Season 2 of Fluid Truth opens in conversation about education at an HBCU, the legal profession from the eyes of a newer practitioner, and how we can move forward. Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and Attorney Bryan Sumner engaged in vibrant conversation. Attorney Sumner began his practice in residential real estate and shortly thereafter, realized that his desires were better served in a different area of law. He currently practices as an civil rights and employment litigation attorney in downtown Raleigh, where he plans to use his litigation skills to help provide proper justice to those who come through the law firm doors. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney & Author Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Reinett Chefu. Assisted by the Podcast team: Johnny Marquardt, .Jackie Callinan, & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 22 of Fluid Truth we recap all the episodes of the season. You'll catch just a few our our favorite moments from all of our guests. There were so many great moments in our conversations, and it was so hard, but we picked one per episode to share. Go back and listen to them all! We'll be back in a few weeks with more Fluid Truth as we'll still be exploring equity in the justice system. Thank you to our amazing guests, our listeners and supporters! We appreciate you! Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jackie Callinan, Reinett Chefu & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 21 of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Lamont Young who is a psychotherapist at Reliant Behavioral Health and Community Services, co-founder of the Larry T Young Heart Foundation, Chair of Methodology for Unite.us  We sat down together to discuss his experience of being shot and experiencing community violence and the how he sees the path forward to be one grounded in forgiveness and unity.   Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jackie Callinan, Reinett Chefu & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 20 of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Chi Anako, a public health practitioner who focuses on the intersection of public health and health equity solutions. She has worked on food security, violence prevention in youth and cultural and linguistic programs. She is the Regional Director for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for a regional health care system. Chi shared her story as we sat down to discuss the idea of difficult conversations and the role of an accomplice. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jackie Callinan, Reinett Chefu & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 19 of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Attorney Sonia Worrell Asare. She serves as the Regional Director of Integrity & Compliance for Trinity Health Of New England; there she conducts investigations, audits, and drafts policies and procedures. She also works closely with Diversity & Inclusion in conducting trainings and investigations . Sonia & I got together to discuss how her background and experience inform the conversation surrounding equity. We had a real kitchen table conversation as we dug into real issues and opportunities related to the justice system. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jackie Callinan, Reinett Chefu & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 18 of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Dr. Herron Gaston, senior pastor of Summerfield United Methodist Church, the Assistant Chief Administrative Officer for the City of Bridgeport, the Chaplain for Bpt Police Dept and a student at Quinnipiac Law School. Dr. Gaston & I discussed his personal interaction with the justice system as well as, how the present system is informed with historical context. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jackie Callinan, Reinett Chefu & Jake McCarthy. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 17 of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Summer Perratti & Johnny Marquardt, both Seniors majoring in Media Studies at Quinnipiac University. Summer, Johnny & I sat down to discuss the intersection of media and justice, as well as how these concepts have informed their life perspectives. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jackie Callinan & Reinett Chefu. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 16 of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Sergeant Milton Johnson. Sergeant Johnson has had an extensive career with the Bridgeport Police Department, and now operates in the Office of Internal Affairs. Sergeant Johnson & I sat down to discuss the role of the police in enforcement and the justice system, as well as reflect on popular examples of who is thought to be afforded equity.   Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jackie Callinan & Reinett Chefu. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 15 of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Soncerae Cicero, Human Resources Manager for Walgreens and CEO of SHEBA Consulting. We spoke about mentorship, people development and the importance of having a seat at the table. We further discussed the specific challenges for those individuals who are justice involved. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. Assisted by the Podcast team: Jackie Callinan & Reinett Chefu. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 14 of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Quinnipiac University seniors, Ja'Vielle Foy & Toyloy Brown, III. We sat down to discuss their experiences in the wake of the summer of 2020 and attending a predominately white university. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. Social Media by Jackie Callinan. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 13 of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Orsella R Hughes, Executive Director for the Prosperity Foundation – focused on creating a unique impact in Connecticut's Black communities in the areas of education, economics, and health. She is also the Pastor of Allen Chapel AME Church in Hartford, CT, and owner of Serenity Ceremonies by Rev. Orsella, LLC – a wedding officiating and premarital counseling business. We sat down to discuss, the power of stories and the importance of our narratives.   Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 12 of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Mr. Clive Terrelonge who is a former track and field athlete and the current Asst Coach & Sprints & Jumps coach at Fayetteville State University.  He was an accomplished collegiate and professional athlete who specialized in the 800meter and 400meter. Mr Terrelonge was twice an Olympian for Jamaica, competing in the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona and in 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. He shares stories of multiple instances when he was stopped by police officers for simply driving, and the impact that those occurrences have had on him.   Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode eleven of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Dr. Larry Wilner, practicing physician in the field of chiropractic medicine. Dr. Wilner shares his experience and insight having treated patients for over 30 years. He discusses the impact of economics on wellness and concepts of equity in patient care. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Johnny Marquardt. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode ten of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Ms. Suprena Shuler, program manager focusing on advocating for youth and their families within the Child Welfare System. She shares stories that highlight the predicament and disparity that children and families are in. Although the circumstances are often dire, the conversation is changing for the better. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and the executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode nine of Fluid Truth, Attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Mr. James Fulton, substance abuse/ mental health counselor in the city of Bridgeport. His story describes a period of incarceration having served extra years, a vacated sentence, and a pardon. During this time he earned his Bachelors in Human Service and Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He shares why he insists on giving back and discusses how he reached his current state, despite the circumstances. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and the executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inayah sits down to discuss how the stories passed down from her mother have shaped her, how she uses the term "the in- justice system" and where healing justice and community restoration have a place in our society, Inayah promotes healing by writing curriculum for schools, developing children's literature, and teaching media-integrated, culturally responsive courses - primarily centered on Social Emotional Learning. She loves to share in learning communities so that she can continue to create and support healthy community spaces that help people heal, cope, and overcome the social barriers dictated by our society. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tyler Mack is the current legislative aide to the State Senate President Pro Tempore of Connecticut. His goal is to get communities that are disenfranchised to be more politically engaged. We sat down to discuss if one's encounter with the justice system can be "no encounter" and how to create balance by spreading the message of political involvement. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode six of Fluid Truth, attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with attorney Eroll Skyers, Attorney Skyers has a wide range of trial experience in personal injury law and criminal law on both the State and Federal levels. He has made a career from persuading juries to generously find in favor personal injury clients; and similarly gaining not guilty verdicts for clients who have been accused of serious criminal felonies. Mr. Skyers has been lead counsel in major litigation projects involving personal injury, civil rights, multi jurisdictional contract disputes, criminal and commercial cases. His story surrounds and experience he had in the courtroom when his client exclaimed that the opposition was being untruthful. Listen in to find out what the verdict was and why attorney Skyers believes that we are moving away from trusting human eyes. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Mike Bachmann. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode five of Fluid Truth, attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Al Brooks, a former NYPD police officer. Mr. Brooks spent 20 years on the police force, and his story surrounds an encounter with a young man. At the time of the incident, Mr. Brooks was training to become an EMT. His actions saved a young man who found himself in trouble on the streets. Many people point Mr. Brooks as the man who saved his life. For Mr. Brooks, he was just doing his job. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Mike Bachmann. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode four of Fluid Truth, attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Dr. Gnimbin A. Ouattara, Associate Professor of History and International Studies at Brenau University. Originally from the Ivory Coast, Dr. Ouattara discusses the importance of the meaning of his name and how it impacted him growing up. He was accepted as a Fulbright scholar to Georgia State University. An unexpected encounter with the police forced Dr. Ouattara into imprisonment while attending school. Listen in to find out Dr. Ouattara's experience in prison, as well as why he would never change his past based on the human experience. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Mike Bachmann. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode three of Fluid Truth, attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas sits down with Earl Bloodworth, Director for Reentry overseeing the Mayor's Initiative for Reentry Affairs (MIRA) for the city of Bridgeport. Earl was most recently the Director of the Warren Kimbro Reentry Project, which was the city of New Haven's effort to provide support to incarcerated individuals returning to the greater community up to 12 months before their release. He helped ensure a healthy and successful reentry to society. Listen in to why Earl didn't believe he would live past 25 years of age, as well as why his story is an important piece to understanding if there is equity in the justice system. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Mike Bachmann. David DesRoches is the executive producer and Director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On episode two of Fluid Truth, attorney Shirley-Skyers Thomas sits down with Teresa Neff-Webster, Deputy Chief of Operations for Boston Public Schools. With over two decades of experience in teaching and education administration, Teresa brings a unique perspective to ensuring students and staff have the necessary resources in place to be successful. She earned a Bachelor's degree in social work from Arizona State University and a Master's degree in education from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Teresa's story involves the role that police play in the school system, whether for better or for worse. She reflects on past events in her life and society that have shaped the perspective of school police and the role the force plays in her public school system. Fluid Truth is a production of the Quinnipiac University Podcast Studio. It is hosted by attorney Shirley Skyers-Thomas and produced by Mike Bachmann. The executive producer is David DesRoches, director of community programming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices