Small Town Z Girl

In this episode, I have a conversation with Tali Lavarry about her upcoming book "Confessions From Your Token Black Colleague: True Stories & Candid Conversations About Equity & Inclusion in the Workplace." She shares her stories filled with common microaggressions and racist experiences she faced in the workplace, in hopes that folx will feel compelled to create change. Her charge is not only to leaders, but also fellow colleagues, by demonstrating what has to be done to create real solutions that protect and fortify people of color and other marginalized groups. Your Token Black Colleague: https://yourtokenblackcolleague.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/your_token_black_colleague/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/yourtokenblackcolleague/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/yourtoken_black?s=20 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/confessions-from-your-token-black-colleague --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I share about a recent career change and the journey that got me where I am today. This conversation is grounded in Elaine Welteroth's book "More Than Enough: Claiming Space for Who You Are No Matter What They Say." Book: https://www.elainewelteroth.com/book IG: https://instagram.com/morethanenough?igshid=16u3lqhyvbyyh --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I have a convo with Zakee Darr, chairman, Black Lives Matter Lake County (IL) and Clyde McClemore, founder of Black Lives Matter Lake County. They share what the chapter is working on, how they support community and what's next for BLM after George Floyd's death. BLM Lake County FB page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/806032189503037/?ref=share BLM event on July 30,2020 "Critical Conversation: The Black Mind in a Time of Chaos": https://facebook.com/events/s/critical-conversation-the-blac/726320341490507/?ti=cl --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I chat with Shannon Scott, traveling hair stylist, educator and influencer who shares how she took her gift of doing hair and built a business and a brand. With a philosophy like, "Each one, teach one = blessings," Shannon is making her mark in the world: educating future artists, carving out space for her craft and living her dream. IG profile: https://instagram.com/shannon_olscott?igshid=1889737l5u2cw FB: https://www.facebook.com/shannon.scott.374 Friend's clothing line: https://savagetosaved.com/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

My 11-year-old son took a missions trip to Haiti and shares his experience and how he learned so much from the trip. We also talk about how we freaked out because it was right at the emergence of Covid-19! Association of the Peasants of Fondwa: https://mail.apfhaiti.org/home.html The Sisters of Antoine of Fondwa: https://fatherjosephnetwork.org/sisters-of-st_-anthony-of-fondwa University of Fondwa: https://ufondwa.org/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I share how I'm overcoming trauma and being intentional focusing on the things that bring me joy. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I sit down with Tynisha Gardner, a principal of a private school as she shares how she and her team quickly adapted to a new way of providing education. She also shares how this pandemic has increased their capacity to support students on a broader scale and set them up for success in the future. Find Tynisha here: IG - https://instagram.com/tabletalkwithtynisha?igshid=x6s07oitjbh0 FB: https://www.facebook.com/tynishatable/ Blog: https://tabletalkwithtynisha.blogspot.com/?m=1 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

I'm back! In this episode I check in on where I've been and what I've been up to. I needed a moment but I'm back and ready to work. Let's go! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Stemming from his experience as a White male growing up in impoverished neighborhoods on the border of Spanish Harlem and Harlem in NY, Alex learned very early the concept of structural racism. Now having more than 15 years of winning on issues of racism and poverty, Alex has published a book. In Seeds of Justice: Organizing Your Church to Change the World, he covers the steps (listed below) everyday ordinary people can take to create the change we want to see in our communities and beyond. Treat: I contributed to and am featured in the book! Order "Seeds of Justice" now at https://www.amazon.com/Seeds-Justice-Organizing-Church-Transform/dp/1626983658/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1580594849&sr=8-1 . . Contact Alex Tindal Wiesendanger: www.alextindalwiesendanger.com and Twitter: @alexorganizing (https://twitter.com/AlexOrganizing?s=20) --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

For International Women's Day, I have a "girl power" conversation with Dr. Manouchka Pierre. Haitian-born, New York raised and Florida educated, she shares about her evolution of being a leader in the education space. She recently moved to Bahrain as an educator, now serving as a high school principal, and her current work is still shaping young women across the world. When I asked what's her favorite quote that guides her on her journey and she responded, "Real Queens adjust other Queen's crowns," I knew she was the perfect guest for this episode. Dissertation on The Push Out: A Disproportionality Study on Discipline in the State of Florida: https://stars.library.ucf.edu/etd/6725/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I share what my journey with rejection taught me about conquering goals. (Book) Uninvited: Living Loved When You Feel Less Than, Left Out, and Lonely by Lysa TerKeurst --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this discussion, Dr. John Vassall, a Black male physician who's CEO of Foundation of Health Care Quality, enlightens on healthcare disparities by race and geographic areas, including cultural impact on nutrition. We talk structural racism in the healthcare system and how the work he's doing as a leader in healthcare is working to changing and removing systemic barriers. He also shares small steps we all can take toward better health, like having a "healthcare super friend." Intro song: Black Awareness by Starkey Banton Bio: www.qualityhealth.org/leadership/ Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-vassall-md-facp-61573914 --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

RaVonya Knight, educator and activist, shares how she's using her experience as a parent to foster #BlackBoyJoy in her community and the education system. Through her work, she's equipping other educators to understand the dynamics Black males face and what it takes to create a safe learning space for them. She's also preparing for some work to empower parents to advocate for their children.  Songs: Black Boy Joy by Daz Rinko and It's ok to be Black by Jac Ross;  RaVonya info:  Email: Begr8rr@gmail.com Twitter: @Begr8rr; https://twitter.com/BeGr8rr?s=20 Insta: begr8rr; https://instagram.com/bgr8rr?igshid=d30bdv1bxd7q --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, Harold Green shares his take on being a Black male voice speaking to love and romance, how he's using his work to create a love language for people and why he's dedicating his platform to elevate the treatment, value and respect of Black women. Intro song: Queen Latifah - Black on Black Love. Flowers for the Living clip: https://youtu.be/ruJcJkLgvXw #FFTL2020 Black Roses clip (Allyson's Marathon): https://youtu.be/Mfp_328oafA Social Media: Harold Green http://haroldandthebeard.com/. Instagram: http://instagram.com/haroldgreen. Twitter: https://twitter.com/HaroldGreen. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/haroldandthebeard. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/haroldgreen3. Sound Cloud: https://soundcloud.com/haroldgreen/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, I have a conversation with Laurice Shelven about Black Girl Magic (BGM). What it is, isn't and how it's impacting the world. Plus, there's a treat at the end: a convo with my 5yo daughter and us singing our fave song that reminds us of our #BGM, "Worthy" by India Arie. Opening song: Black Girl Magic by Wale Laurice's website: www.lauriceshelven.com Laurice on Instagram: @lauriceshelven Laurice on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriceshelven --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this special clip, I share a preview of my Black History Month series. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode I explore the topic of grief with my sister. We cover the many experiences we've had navigating grief and highlight how it's different for different t people! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode, you'll hear my passion for starting the Small Town Z Girl podcast. Join me on the journey! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Here you'll hear from AMAZING people, doing amazing things--or sometimes just me--feeling inspired to change the world.