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DREAM! B.I.G. is a podcast produced and led by youth, teens and young adults within L.E.E.P To College Foundation, Inc. (L2C ). L2C, a 501 c(3) organization provides a platform for the voices of our youth. This podcast will feature various hosts, discussions and words of encouragement. Our goal for this podcast is to have a lasting impact on youth and adults alike to dream big!

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    DREAM B.I.G Podcast S5 E1

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 48:26


    This is Season 5 of the DREAM B.I.G. Podcast, hosted by the L.E.E.P. to College Foundation. In this episode, we discuss the foundation's mission and the program's goals with L2C CEO and Executive Director Lisa Rowe.

    The B.I.G. Sciences Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2024 69:34


    Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G. Podcast. In today's episode, we welcome our guest, Ms. Laura Ashley Alegbeleye. Ms. Alegbeleye is a program manager for NOVA Science Studio, a program that teaches science and video production to high school students. We are honored to have her as our guest for this last episode of season 4. In this episode, we will discuss Ms. A's journey to her career, the practical side of STEM, and how important it is to communicate in a career involving the sciences. There are so many interesting discussions in this episode, you won't want to miss it! Thank you to Kalen Wright for hosting this episode, to our team members Jasmine, Paris, and Priye for their continued dedication to the project, and to our mentors/leads Elena Rowe and Christopher Wallace. Click the links below to learn more about the information that was discussed in today's episode as well as L.E.E.P's programs: More Information about Reyhaneh Maktoufi - https://rmaktoufi.wixsite.com/website/blank-page Why the ocean is so important in combating climate change - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZHb9_ZH5C-s Background Information on Mae C. Jemison - https://www.nasa.gov/people/mae-jemison-m-d/ A recent interview with Mae C. Jemison - https://youtu.be/XaiXivJQqaw?si=Y8vdgdUNVMG8sIlB L.E.E.P To College's Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc?igsh=MWZxamozeWoyOTlxZQ== L.E.E.P To College's Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org L.E.E.P To College's YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/@l2cdreamb.i.g.895?si=gtIrr07Cr9R-lb42 L.E.E.P To College's Website - https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org

    The B.I.G College Talk | University of the District of Columbia

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 22, 2024 61:49


    Hello Everyone! Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G. podcast. In today's episode, we welcome our guest, Mr. Omar Harrod. Mr. Harrod is a lead recruitment specialist at the University of the District of Colombia. We are so honored to have him as our guest for this episode. In this episode, we will discuss various topics surrounding college admissions, such as finding the right college for you, what programs exist at UDC, and what's on the campus! There is so much information in this episode that you don't want to miss even if you are not interested in UDC. Thank you to Paris Lanford for hosting this episode and to our team members: Kalen, Jasmine, and Priye for your continued dedication to this project.

    Season 4 Ep 1 DREAM BIG Podcast | The B.I.G Introduction

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2023 60:17


    Hello everyone! Welcome back to the new season 4 of the DREAM B.I.G (Bridging into Greatness) Podcast. We are so excited for the podcast's 4th season, as well as welcoming back returning listeners and our new ones. In this episode, we introduce our new team members, Paris Lanford, and Litzy Huerta, while also hearing from our returning members Priye Wokoma, Jasmine Tucker, and Kalen Wright. From this episode, you will learn exciting topics such as L.E.E.P.'s background, topics to look forward to this upcoming season, things the viewers can expect, and more. Click the links below to find out more information about our programs: L.E.E.P To College Foundation INC Always Seeking Knowledge- Kalen's Sweatshirt Business L.E.E.P To College Instagram L.E.E.P To College Facebook L.E.E.P To College Youtube Channel

    The B.I.G Career Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2023 83:20


    Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G Podcast, Season 3! In this bittersweet end to this season, we welcome back some L2C alumni to talk about their careers, some advice that they would give to the younger generation, and about what service means to them. Our L2C alumni are Gabrielle Redcross, Joshua McDuffie, Miles Walker, and Marc Walker. Gabrielle Redcross is a 2015 alumni who is a 2019 graduate from Bridgewater College where she received her bachelors in Communications and Digital Art. She then went on to earn her masters in Digital Media Strategy in 2020, and she currently works as a Community Engagement Coordinator for First Step: A Response to Domestic Violence. Our next guest, Joshua McDuffie, is a 2016 alumni who is also a PhD student in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Vanderbilt University. He is a proud 2020 graduate of North Carolina A & T, where he earned his bachelors in Civil Engineering. Thirdly, Miles Walker is a 2016 alumni who works as a professional touring DJ for artists such as Rico Nasty. He graduated from Clark Atlanta University in 2021 with a bachelor of Business Administration. Lastly, we have Marc Walker who is a 2015 alumni. He graduated from Benedict College in 2019 with a bachelors in Child and Family Development. He currently works as a therapeutic mentor, counselor, and therapeutic trainer. We are so honored to bring back our L2C alumni to highlight that no matter how different our lives can turn out, we all value service and the things that we can do for others.

    The B.I.G. Business

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2023 53:39


    Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G Podcast, Season 3! In today's episode, we welcome Hyacinth Tucker(mother of podcast team member and rising 11th grader Jasmine Tucker) and Shalom Omo-Osagie who will explain their paths to becoming entrepreneurs and the steps young people can take to start their own entrepreneurial paths. Mrs. Tucker owns The Laundry Basket LLC, a mobile laundry and dry cleaning solution service company that serves the DC metropolitan area. Mrs. Tucker is a proud graduate of Towson University, where she received her bachelor's degree in Psychology and a minor in English. She later earned her Master in Business Administration(MBA) in Nonprofit Management with a concentration in Grant Writing. Our next guest is Shalom-Omo-Osagie who has a passion for the performing arts. She is the founder of 1939 Studios, a movie production company based in Maryland whose mission is to create opportunities for Black artists and authentically show the Black experience in today's society. Ms. Omo-Osagie is a proud graduate of Bowie State University, where she received her Bachelor of Arts(BA) in Theater. We are so grateful to our guests who have dedicated their time to talk to us about the importance of teamwork, leadership and so much more to build a business to impact the greater community! Click the links below for more information about Laundry Basket LLC & 1939 studios: https://laundrybasketdelivery.com/home 1939 Studios Youtube 1939 Studios Instagram Interview with Shalom on Fox45

    The B.I.G Talk about Critical Race Theory

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2023 77:36


    Welcome back to another episode of The DREAM B.I.G Podcast. It has been a while since an episode was last posted, but we have a few more coming your way! In this episode, we welcome Ms. Tamya Anderson & Dr. Katya Salmi as our guests, who will guide us in discussing the topic of Critical Race Theory. Tamya is a graduate of the University of MD College Park. She received her Bachelor of Arts in Criminology & Criminal Justice with a minor certificate in Black Women's Studies; starting this fall, Tamya will be starting at Howard University, pursuing a law degree, with the goal of working with domestic violence victims involved in the justice system. Dr. Katya Salmi is the Associate Professor of Sociology at Montgomery College Rockville Campus. Dr. Salmi received her Bachelor's degree in History and Anthropology from the University of Toronto, her Master's degree in Human Rights from the University of College London, and finally, her Ph.D. in Sociology from the University of Sussex. Her areas of research interest are human rights, race, gender & equity. We are so excited to have both of them join us in our conversation about critical race theory. Both of our guests are avid readers and writers, so please visit their areas of work below: ⁠Dr. Katya Salmi's Article⁠ ⁠Tamya's BookTube Channel⁠ ⁠Tamya's Library Instagram

    Our B.I.G Impact on the Environment

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 70:38


    Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G podcast. In today's episode, we welcome our guest, Dr. Jamie Keaton Jones. Dr. Jones is a professor in the online Masters of Social Work program at Fordham University and West Virginia University. Her background is in mental health treatment, social work, and environmental justice, among others. She previously taught at Hood College in Frederick, Maryland, within the Sociology and Social Work Department. While there, she taught the first Environmental Justice and Social Work course. She also worked with a variety of mental health practices, including starting her own practice in Manhattan before moving to Washington, DC. We are so honored to have her as our guest. In this episode, we discuss various topics centered on environmental issues such as the impacts of consumerism, fast fashion and more! This is one of our longer episodes, but there are so many gems in this; you do not want to miss this!! Thank you to Alexis Buxo for hosting this episode and our team members: Kalen, Jasmine, Zion, Priye, and Conrad for your continued dedication to this project. Documentaries, Books and Websites to explore more about sustainability and environmental justice/issues: 1.) The True Cost Movie 2.) The Life Changing Manga of Tidying Up- A Graphic Novel by Marie Kondo 3.) ThreadUp(Discover your Fashion Footprint) 4.) Fashion Revolution Website 5.) Draw Down Eco Challenge (A good site for ideas on what you can do for a healthier planet)

    The B.I.G Impact of Social Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2023 55:19


    Hello everyone! Welcome back to the third episode of Season 3. In today's episode, we welcome two guests: Dr. Crystal Dorn and Mr. Demetrius Keller. Ms. Dorn is a school psychologist within the District of Columbia Public School System and the Director of Mental Health for Youth and Teens for L.E.E.P To College Foundation. Mr. Keller is a school social worker for elementary, middle, and high school students with developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. We are so honored to have had them on the podcast. In this episode, we discuss the impact of Social Media on the lives of youth and young adults(good and bad) and how we can find a balance to connect with family and friends. Thank you to Priye Wokoma for hosting this episode and to our team members: Kalen, Jasmine, Zion, Alexis, Conrad, Jianni, and Reena, for your continued dedication to this project. Follow L.E.E.P To College: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA

    The B.I.G. Call to Civic Engagement with Delegate Alonzo Washington

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2023 42:01


    Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G Podcast! In this episode, we are honored to have Delegate Alonzo Washington, a representative of the Maryland House of Delegates for District 22 in Prince George's County, talk with us about the importance of civic engagement. He highlights his experience growing up and offers advice for youth to take action in their communities by connecting with their representatives. Thank you to Christopher Wallace for connecting us with him. Enjoy this episode! Connect with Delegate Alonzo Washington: Website: https://msa.maryland.gov/msa/mdmanual/05sen/html/msa16423.html Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/delegateatw/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/delegateatw Follow L.E.E.P To College!! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org

    The B.I.G Introduction

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 39:46


    Hello everyone! Welcome to Season 3 of the DREAM B.I.G(Bridging into Greatness) Podcast. We are so excited to welcome back returning listeners and welcome new ones. This season we have new team members: Reena John, Conrad Wilson, Alexis Buxo, Jasmine Tucker, and Jianni Lockley. We are so excited for you all to hear their ideas and conversations! Our returning team members are Kalen Wright, Priye Wokoma, and Zion Covington. In this first episode, we introduce new team members, discuss what topics we would like to discuss this season, and candidly discuss personal thoughts on issues of today's world. Thank you to Kalen Wright, our host for this episode, and Chris and Elena for their guidance and support throughout this process. Thank you for listening, and we look forward to your thoughts and suggestions. Look out for our next episode on the topic of Civic Engagement.

    The B.I.G Discussion on Civic Engagement

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2022 60:58


    Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of The B.I.G Dream Podcast! In today's episode, we welcome our 2 guests: Larcy Douglass and Binh Troung to talk about ways to be civically engaged in your communities, becoming a leader and making a difference. Larcy is the Director of Common Power, a nonprofit organization in Seattle Washington that is committed to civic action and a just and inclusive democracy for everyone, especially for the next generation of leaders. Binh is the Program Coordinator for Common Power. In addition to our guests, we have our podcast team: Elena Rowe, Zion Covington, Sidney Steele and Priye Wokoma. We want to give a shout out to Kalen Wright, you couldn't be with us today. We also have Christopher Wallace, one of our podcast team leads. This episode is hosted by Elena Rowe, one of our team leads and the Educational and Virtual Programs Coordinator for L.E.E.P. . I hope you enjoy this episode. Learn more about Common Power: https://commonpower.org/ Keep up to date with L.E.E.P To College: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org https://twitter.com/l2cfoundation

    The B.I.G. Business - Journey to Entrepreneurship S2E5

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2022 44:36


    Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G Podcast! In today's episode, you will hear from our podcast team about journeying to entrepreneurship and all of the tips, tricks, advice, and lessons the youth can put into practice to make their businesses as successful as possible. This episode is hosted by Christopher Wallace, who is a mentor with the L.E.E.P. 2 College Program. I hope you enjoy this episode! Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA Entrepreneurs in the area to check out: 1. @1939studios founded by @iamshalom_ 2. @kozydayzclothing founded by @kieweisafruit and @bry_sofly 3. @jsjcrochets founded by @jabailey16 4. https://www.remodelmate.com/: Bathroom and Home Remodel Company 5. @beautyby.remi(Makeup Artist in New Carrollton MD)

    The B.I.G Dive Into Bullying (Season 2 Episode 4)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2022 63:18


    Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G Podcast! In today's episode, you will hear from our podcast team and guests: Mental Health Director Crystal Dorn and Ms. Memuna Bangura Dixion, who currently works in Prince George's County in early intervention services. Ms. Dixon has previously served in the District of Columbia Public School System as a Special Education Teacher and Coordinator. She has also conducted research on the effects of bullying on general education and special education students. This episode is hosted by Priye Wokoma, who is an 8th grade scholar in the program. I hope you enjoy this episode! Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA

    Season 2 Ep. 3: The B.I.G transition: Preparing for College

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 28, 2022 59:56


    Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode of the DREAM B.I.G Podcast! In this episode, we had a great conversation with members of the L.E.E.P To College Foundation Team: Ms. Crystal Dorn, Mental Health Director of our BEMOREAWARE Mental Health Program and Lisa Rowe, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of L.E.E.P To College Foundation on the importance of emotionally and academically preparing for college. Special thanks to our host Christopher Wallace, one of our L.E.E.P mentors and team leads for the podcast team. Also a special thank you to Priye Wokoma, a L.E.E.P scholar and podcast member for editing this episode. Please continue to show your support by leaving a rating for us on Spotify or a review on Apple podcast. Also, make sure to check out our website to find out more information about L.E.E.P To College. Thank you! L.E.E.P Information: Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org

    Sunday StoryTime- Dear Boy: A Collaboration of Cool, Clever and Compassionate You!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2022 7:33


    Welcome back to this Story Time Sunday Reading! Members of the L2C Virtual Learning Team will read children's books to help increase reading literacy. Reading and sharing stories can: Help your children get to know sounds, words, and language Develop early literacy skills Learn to value books and stories Spark a child's imagination and stimulate curiosity Help develop children's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills, and communication skills Today, we have Ebubechukwuka Aligibe , an 11th grader at DuVal High School in Prince George's County. The book she is reading is titled Dear Boy: A Celebration of Cool, Clever Compassionate You! written by father-daughter duo Paris and Jason Rosenthal and illustrated by Holly Hatam. Please gather around your children for storytime. Enjoy! The Storytime episodes will be uploaded every Sunday wherever you hear our podcasts. Stay tuned for our reading release next Sunday! Jason Rosenthal website: https://www.jasonbrosenthal.com/ Paris Rosenthal website: https://www.parisrosenthal.com/ Thank you to for reading this story and Zion Covington for recording the intro and outro! L.E.E.P Information Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org

    Sunday Storytime- The Day the Crayons Quit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2022 14:35


    Welcome back to this Story Time Sunday Reading! Members of the L2C Virtual Learning Team will read children's books to help increase reading literacy. Reading and sharing stories can: Help your children get to know sounds, words, and language Develop early literacy skills Learn to value books and stories Spark a child's imagination and stimulate curiosity Help develop children's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills, and communication skills Today, we have Loren Foster, a 12th grader at Springbrook High School in Montgomery County. The book she is reading is titled The Day the Crayons Quit written by Drew Dawalt and illustrated by Oliver Jeffers. Please gather around your children for storytime. Enjoy! The Storytime episodes will be uploaded every Sunday wherever you hear our podcasts. Stay tuned for our reading release next Sunday! Drew Dawalt website: https://www.drewdaywalt.com/ Thank you to Loren Foster for reading this story and Zion Covington for recording the intro and outro! L.E.E.P Information Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leeptocollegefoundation.org

    Storytime Sunday- Beautifully Me

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 10:03


    Welcome back to this Story Time Sunday Reading! Members of the L2C Virtual Learning Team will read children's books to help increase reading literacy. Reading and sharing stories can: Help your children get to know sounds, words and language Develop early literacy skills Learn to value books and stories Spark a child's imagination and stimulate curiosity Help develop children's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills Today, we have Comfort Emeaba, a 12th grader at Chesapeake Math Information Technology School in Prince George's County. The book she is reading is Beautifully Me written by Nabela Noor and illustrated by Nabi H. Ali. Please gather around your children for storytime. Enjoy! The Storytime episodes will be uploaded every Sunday wherever you hear our podcasts. Stay tuned for our reading release next Sunday! Nabela Noor website: https://www.loveandnoor.co/

    Season 2 Ep. 2- Create B.I.G !

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 33:36


    Hello everyone! Welcome back to another episode. In this episode, the podcast team discussed the importance of the arts. We discuss different areas of the arts including: digital arts. performing arts, visual arts etc. We also discuss why the arts are important to include in our lifestyles and the importance of expressing ourselves through art. Special shoutout to our host Sidney Steele III, a 10th grader at Parkdale High School and the rest of the team Priye Wokoma, a 8th grader at Chesapeake Math Information Technology, Kalen Wright, a 10th grader at Northwestern High School, Zion Covington an 8th grader at St. Ambrose Catholic School and Christopher Wallace, a mentor with the L.E.E.P To College Program. We highlighted a few schools(majority in the DMV) below that focus or or known for the arts. Beyond this list, make sure to check out other schools and community spaces in your area! This podcast was edited by Elena Rowe. Look out for our next episode on finding the right college fit! Links to click on: L.E.E.P To College Info Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA Schools Duke Ellington School of the Arts: https://www.ellingtonschool.org/ Benjamin Foulois Creative and Performing Arts Academy: https://schools.pgcps.org/benjaminfoulois/ Good Counsel High School: https://www.olgchs.org/ Community Spaces and Organizations Publick Playhouse: https://www.pgparks.com/2280/The-Prince-Georges-Publick-Playhouse The Music Center at Srathmore: https://www.strathmore.org/ Arena Stage: https://www.arenastage.org/ DC Youth Orchestra: https://www.dcyop.org/ College Park Youth Orchestra: http://cpyo.net/ Washington Performing Arts Children of the Gospel Choir: https://www.washingtonperformingarts.org/choir/childrenofthegospel/ 1939 Studios: https://www.1939studios.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/1939studios/?hl=en

    Sunday Story Time- The Runaway Bunny

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 6:59


    Welcome back to our second reading for Sunday Story Time Series! Members of the L2C Virtual Learning Team will read children's books to help increase reading literacy. Reading and sharing stories can: Help your children get to know sounds, words and language, and develop early literacy skills Learn to value books and stories Spark a child's imagination and stimulate curiosity Help develop children's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills Today, we have Jada James- Ogbechie, a 9th grader at Eleanor Roosevelt High School. The book she is reading is The Runaway Bunny written by Margaret Wise Brown and illustrated by Clement Brown. The Storytime episodes will be uploaded every Sunday wherever you hear our podcasts. Gather around your children for Sunday Storytime! Stay tuned for our reading release next Sunday!

    Sunday Story Time with L2C Virtual Learning Team!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 6:33


    Hello everyone! Welcome back to the DREAM! B.I.G Podcast! We are excited to announce our Storytime Series where members of the L2C Virtual Learning Team will read children's books to help increase reading literacy! Reading and sharing stories can: Help your children get to know sounds, words and language, and develop early literacy skills. Learn to value books and stories. Spark a child's imagination and stimulate curiosity. Help develop children's brain, ability to focus, concentration, social skills and communication skills You will hear many stories focused on a variety of topics such as self-acceptance, the importance of creativity and so much more! The storytime episodes will be uploaded every Sunday wherever you hear our podcasts. Our first reading is by Ibiso Wokoma, a 12th grader at Chesapeake Math & IT Academy in Prince Georges County. The book she is reading is titled If you Give a Mouse a Cookie by Laura Numeroff and illusrated by Felicia Bond. Gather around your children for Sunday Storytime! Stay tuned for our reading release next Sunday!

    The B.I.G Welcome Back!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 23:15


    Hello everyone! Welcome back to our second season of the DREAM B.I.G(Bridging into Greatness) Podcast! We are so excited to kick this season off with some new team members and potential topics. In this episode, you get to hear from the founder and Chief Executive Officer Lisa Rowe, and our new members: Sidney Steele III, Kalen Wright, Priye Wokoma and Zion Covington. This episode was hosted by Elena Rowe one of last year's team members. We hope you enjoy hearing the exciting topics and ideas we have in store of you! Lets continue to DREAM B.I.G together! Website: https://www.leeptocollegefoundation.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leeptocollegefoundationinc/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCrgT3jFi_oWG3cLy4niD1IA

    The B.I.G Transition: Path to Academic Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2021 21:50


    Hello everyone! Welcome to another episode of The B.I.G DREAM Podcast! In this episode, the focus is on Academic Achievement, particularly focusing on student's transition to the next grade level. We focus on strategies for studying and performing well in class, securing internships, advice for stepping out of your comfort zone, and ways to continue your academic goals during the summer months. The host for this episode is Owen Mitchell, whom you may have heard on our second podcast episode: The B.I.G Truth on Black History. Owen is a rising senior at Bowie High School, a podcast member, and L.E.E.P Scholar. Special thanks to our illustrious team of panelists: Sidney Steele III, Kennedy Wilburne, Bishop Dahue, and Loren Foster, our L2C Tutoring Team! We also give thanks to Young Min Miller, Ibiso Wokoma, and Herwart Terrelonge for opening, closing, and teasing the next episode. We hope you enjoy.

    The B.I.G. Mind: Lets Talk Mental Health!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2021 63:42


    Welcome back to a new episode of the DREAM B.I.G. Podcast! In this episode, we discuss Mental Health. Specifically, the episode will inform our listeners about coping mechanisms to stay mentally healthy, discuss our BEMOREAWARE Youth and Teen Mental Health Program, and we talk about what is happening in student's lives and how it impacts student's emotional well being. The host for this episode is Elena Rowe, one of the podcast team leaders and a college scholar. Special thanks to our illustrious team of panelists: Crystal Dorn, Demetrius Keller, Maya Ehikhamenor, and Tiara Anderson. I hope you enjoy this inspiring episode.

    Bridging into a new episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 12:19


    Hello everyone, Welcome to the DREAM B.I.G Podcast hosted by L.E.E.P To College Foundation. In this second bridge episode, members of our podcast team: Jalen Thomas, Christopher Wallace and Elena Rowe discuss important points of our last episode, The B.I.G Money: Path to Financial Success. Make sure to listen to that episode if you haven't already. We also discuss our next episode premiering in May which will focus on mental health: Issues that teens and young adults are facing right now, strategies to cope, and professions you may be interested in. Special thanks to Christopher Wallace and Jalen Thomas for their voices in this bridge episode, as well as L.E.E.P scholars Sidney Steele and Loren Foster for their opening and closing of this episode. To find out more about L.E.E.P To College Foundation make sure to: Check out our website at www. leeptocollegefoundation.org Follow us on Instagram at leeptocollegefoundationinc Follow us on Twitter at l2cfoundation Follow us on Facebook: Leep to College Foundation Subscribe to our Youtube Channel: L2C DREAM! B.I.G

    The B.I.G Money: Path to Financial Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 58:35


    Hello Everyone. Thank you for tuning into the 3rd Episode of the DREAM B.I.G. Podcast. On this episode, our esteemed panelists will be discussing the various aspects of Financial Literacy, advice for youth to develop a positive relationship with money, tips for budgeting and investing, and the best ways to obtain information regarding what to do with your money. A huge thank you goes out to our moderator and host, Jalen Thomas, as well as our panelists: Asia McConnell, Tara Jackson, Kenydi Nicole, and our co-host, Christopher Wallace. Please make sure to also check the video of this recording on our youtube channel(L2C DREAM! B.I.G) which will be going up this week and follow us on social media! Instagram: leeptocollegefoundationinc Twitter: l2cfoundation Facebook: LEEP to College Foundation Thank you all for your support!

    The B.I.G. Truth on Black History

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2021 57:08


    Hello Everyone. Thank you for tuning into the 2nd Episode of the DREAM B.I.G. Podcast. On this episode, our esteemed panelists will be discussing Black History Month, its importance, and how the content of the month can and should go beyond the month of February. The discussion also focuses on practices and customs have an impact on communities learning about Black History and how we can inspire the next generation of leaders to continue the tradition. A huge thank you goes out to our moderator and host, Owen Mitchell as well as our panelists: Charles McDuffie, Christopher Wallace, Enrique Evans as well our student panelists and L.E.E.P scholars: Jalen Thomas and Elena Rowe Please make sure to also check the video of this recording on our youtube channel(L2C DREAM! B.I.G) which will be going up February 26th and follow us on social media! Instagram: leeptocollegefoundationinc Twitter: l2cfoundation Facebook: LEEP to College Foundation Thank you all for your support!

    The B.I.G Impact!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2021 39:51


    Hello everyone! We are so happy to release our first official episode of the DREAM! B.I.G podcast! Everyone involved with this process has been dedicated and has worked hard to reach this point, and we are so excited to be sharing this with all of you. This first episode is explaining what the L.E.E.P To College Foundation is, how we all got involved in L.E.E.P, and programs you can get involved in. We also discuss the impact we hope this podcast makes on our listeners, especially for youth and young adults, and future episode topics to get excited about. A huge thank you goes out to our moderator and host, Christoper Wallace as well as our panelists: Chief Executive Officer and Founder Lisa Rowe, as well our student panelists and L.E.E.P scholars: Jalen Thomas, Kalen Wright, Elena Rowe and Owen Mitchell. Please make sure to also check the video of this recording on our youtube channel(L2C DREAM! B.I.G) which will be going up tomorrow, January 16 and follow us on social media! Instagram: leeptocollegefoundationinc Twitter: l2cfoundation Facebook: LEEP to College Foundation Thank you all for your support!

    Trailer Episode: Welcome to Something BIG!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2021 1:02


    Welcome to our podcast DREAM! B.I.G(Bridging into Greatness). Started by scholars in the L.E.E.P To College Foundation, Inc(L2C) we will be discussing various topics such as mental health, education, entrepreneurship with various youth and young adult hosts and guests. Join us on January 16 for our first episode as we begin the journey of Bridging Into Greatness! Thank you for listening.

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