Gem City Diversity

In this episode, Lake talks with Jacob Sams about Dayton Pride, the Rubi Girls, and their advice for the LGBTQ+ community.  Learn more about the Rubi Girls at therubigirls.com

In this episode, Lake talks with Emily Weitz, Community Behavioral Health Outreach Coordinator at Dayton Children's Hospital, about the On Our Sleeves program and it's impact on youth and families locally and nationwide.    To learn more about On Our Sleeves, please visit www.childrensdayton.org/onoursleeves 

In this episode, Alexis talks with Pastor Jon, Addie and Gail Webb from Hope Collective Church. They discuss allyship and the importance of inclusive faith communities. If you are interested in learning more about Hope Collective, you can reach them on Facebook and Instagram at Hope Collective Church, on Twitter at hccdayton, and at their website www.hopecollectivechurch.org

In this episode, Petar and Danijal talk with Esteban about his experience with race. 

In this episode, Ajna talks with Aldin and Nicholas about the differences between high school in Bosnia and the US. They discuss their experiences in high school, and how their schools differ. 

In this Youth Speak episode, Lana and Lauren interview Mona, a student from Egypt studying here in Dayton. They discuss diversity, differences between the US and Egypt, holiday traditions, the language barrier, and more. Youth Speak episodes are planned, created, and recorded by youth. 

In this Youth Speak episode, Tee and Mi'Kel discuss race and advocacy. They talk about Tee's first experience with race, discrimination, and how one can be an ally. 

In this episode, Lake talks with Zola and Josh of Daybreak and David's Place. They discuss what Daybreak and David's Place are, the use of inclusive language, homelessness relating to LGBTQIA+ youth, how David's Place came to be, and the power and importance of safe and affirming spaces and people.

In this episode, Lake talks with Amanda Northcutt, the Prevention Education Coordinator for Visible & Resilient. They discuss what Visible & Resilient is, creating an inclusive program, how intersectionality plays a role, suicide prevention for LGBTQIA+ youth, and how you can work to be an ally and advocate.  

In this episode, Mikayla talks about racism in the War on Drugs, and the affects that are still happening because of it.

In this episode, Lake talks with Amaha Sellassie, public sociologist and President of Gem City Market. They discuss Gem City Market, starting a co-op, the term food desert verses food apartheid, social determinants of health, and building community. 

In this episode, Hannah got the chance to talk with Danny Thomas from Equitas Health about HIV. They discussed what HIV is, the stigma surrounding it and how it impacts individuals and communities, and a bit about the intersection between race and healthcare. 

In this episode, Mikayla and Jacob have a conversation about voting rights, the importance of voting, and how voting rights relate to diversity, inclusion, and privilege. 

In this episode, Hannah got the chance to talk with Jane Fernandes about the Presidents' Alliance on Higher Education and Immigration. They discussed what the Alliance is and what they do, as well as Jane's experience working with them. 

In this episode, Lake and Dara continue their conversation about living with a disability. They discuss dating with a disability, inter-abled relationships, and marriage with a disability. 

In this episode, Lake talks with Dara about disability and education. They discuss Dara's schooling from preschool all the way to grad school, the accommodations she had, accessibility in education, the term "disabled" and the importance of person-first language. 

In this episode, Hannah got the chance to talk with Jane Fernandes about Deaf culture. They discussed Jane's experiences growing up, her K through 12 education as well as college and grad school, some of the barriers she faced as a Deaf individual, and how she got to where she is now as the President of Antioch College. 

In this episode, Lake talks with Chaz Amos, the youth recipient of NCCJ's Humanitarian Award. They discuss how Chaz got his start in community organizing, his organization I Love West Dayton, being a change agent, and what it means to be a humanitarian. 

In this Youth Speak episode, students from the U.S. and Bosnia and Herzegovina have a conversation at our Anytown Retreat. They discuss political systems, specifically the electoral college and how youth think and react to it. 

In this part 2 episode of our series on interpreting, Lake and Gloria discuss dealing with tough phone calls as an interpreter, the role of mandated reporting, the lack of diversity among interpreters, and the intersection between being an interpreter and a KODA (kid of a deaf adult). 

In this Youth Speak episode, students from the U.S. and Bosnia and Herzegovina had a conversation at our Anytown Retreat. They discussed Pride, social movements, and how youth get involved. 

In this episode, Lake talks with Gloria about interpreting. They discuss how Gloria became an interpreter, the vicarious trauma associated with interpreting, and dealing with difficult situations as an interpreter. 

In this episode, Mikayla and Isabel have a conversation about stereotypes surrounding their high schools, debunking those stereotypes, and what people may not know about their schools and the youth that attend them.

In this episode, Lake and Maia have a conversation with C about eating disorders. They discuss what eating disorders are, the stigma placed on them, and issues surrounding seeking help for eating disorders. 

In this episode of our Youth Speak series, Isabel and Jacob have a conversation about privilege and allyship. Youth Speak episodes are planned, created, and recorded by youth.

In this episode, Lake sits down with Collin to discuss gender affirming care and the importance of representation in the mental healthcare system. This podcast is also made available as a video on Youtube.

In this episode of our Friendship Friday series, Lake talked with one of our Humanitarian Award honorees, Ro Nita Hawes-Saunders. They discussed what it means to be a humanitarian, how to tell a story through an art form, and the importance of Black and African American spaces. 

In this episode of our Youth Speak series, Natalia and Jacob discuss race, privilege, and allyship. 

In this episode of our series for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Hannah talked with Erin about her story and how she was affected by suicide, what she does to help others who may be struggling with mental health or suicide, and what she does for self care. 

In this episode, Hannah talks with Taylor about code switching. They discuss what code switching means to Taylor, and her experiences with it. 

In this episdoe of our Youth Speaks series, Anytown alumni, Mikayla and Isabel discuss Anytown, what they learned, and why they recommend it for other high school students in the Miami Valley.

In this episode of our series on Mental Health and Suicide Prevention for Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, Hannah talked with Tristina about mental health in the foster care system, her story dealing with mental health, and the resources that helped her. 

In this episode, Lake and Maia talk with C about gender affirming care. They discuss what it is, HRT, and some of their experiences related to gender affirming care.

In this episode of our Friendship Friday series, Lake talked with one of our Humanitarian Award recipients, Dr. Fr. Benjamin Speare-Hardy and the West Dayton Caravan of Churches. They discussed community organizing, COVID, the work of the West Dayton Caravan of Churches, and more. 

In this episode, Natalee talks with Makayla about race, privilege, and gender. This is a youth led, created, and recorded episode. 

In this episode of our series on Code Switching, Hannah got the chance to talk with Manny Dorvil. They discussed what code switching is and means to Manny, his experience with it, and perspective on it. 

In this episode, Lake talks with Danny Thomas about the first Dayton Black Pride festival. They discuss the event itself, Danny's role, creating a safe space, representation in the LGBTQ+ community, and intersectionality.

In this episode of our series featuring youth voices, Andy and Richard discuss issues including stereotypes, privilege, race, and racism. This is a youth led and recorded podcast.   Tune in next Thursday for our next youth led podcast.

In this episode, Lake continues his conversation with Jacob, Gloria, and Isabel about their experience being KODAs. They discuss family life, dating as a KODA, language for hearing and deaf individuals, and a bit more on the perception of Deaf people and KODAs. 

In this episode, Jaiden sits down with Isabel to discuss race. This is a youth led, created, and recorded episode. 

In this episode, Lake talks with Jacob, Gloria, and Isabel to discuss KODAs, or kid of a deaf adult. This is part one of a two part series on KODAs, and is part of our series dedicated to the Deaf community. Please note: This episode will be released with audio captioning in the future for accessibility. 

In this episode of our series featuring youth voices, Mikayla and Richard discuss issues including race and privilege. This is a youth led and recorded episode.   Tune in next Thursday for our next youth led podcast.

In this episode, Lake sits down with C3 and Maya to discuss deaf culture in general, COVID and the deaf community, and the difference between "big D" Deaf and "little d" deaf.    Please note: This episode will be released with sign language interpreting and audio captioning in the future for accessibility. 

In our second episode of our series featuring youth voices, Olivia and Katie discuss issues including race, allyship, and educating ourselves and standing up for others. This is a youth led and recorded episode.  Tune in next Thursday for our next youth led podcast!

In this episode, Lake sits down with C3 and Maya to discuss jobs, accommodations, and what hearing people can do to be an ally to the Deaf community. This is part two of three episodes on Deaf culture and part of a larger series on the Deaf community.  Please note: This episode will be release with sign language interpreting and audio captioning in the future for accessibility. 

Isabel sits down with Jaiden to have an honest conversation about Race. This is the first episode in our series of short episodes recorded and created by youth.

In this episode, Lake sits down with C3 and Maya to discuss Deaf Culture. This is part one of a three part episode on Deaf Culture and will kick off series dedicated to the Deaf community. Please note: This episode will be released with sign language interpreting and audio captioning in the future for accessibility. 

Anthony, Emily, and Lake discuss what it means to be an antiracist and how to actively fight against racism.

Anthony, Emily, and Lake discuss the current political climate months after the tragic death of George Floyd.

Anthony, Emily, and Lake discuss the origin of the phrase #BlackLivesMatter, and how it has evolved. 

Anthony asks Lake and Emily some questions about today's current climate.