Podcasts about every voice

Steve Gruber Takes Calls from Listeners Across the Country 

In this episode Dr. Andrew King and I discuss our mutual love for Jiujitsu, why everyone should train, and his work on the book of Hosea! Andrew's faculty page: https://www.mbts.edu/about/faculty/dr-andrew-king/ Follow Andrew on Twitter at: @drandrewmking The "Every Voice" database that Andrew helps run can be found at: https://database.everyvoicekingdomdiversity.org/ Other resources: * 5 Things Churches can learn from Jiujitsu! - https://youtu.be/wJnjdSaIARY * A 100% BLIND BJJ black belt enters the Dojo! - https://youtu.be/vbXvQi3YcUg ***Disciple Dojo shirts and other gifts are available over in our online store! - https://tinyurl.com/24ncuas2 ***Become a monthly Dojo Donor and help keep us going! - https://www.discipledojo.org/donate ***Dojo Donor Patches: If you are a monthly donor and would like an iron-on DiscipleDojo patch, supplies are limited so message JM directly via the contact page at https://www.discipledojo.org/contact ***If you are an unmarried Christian looking for community, check out our Facebook group “The Grownup's Table” over at www.facebook.com/groups/grownupstable ------ Go deeper at www.discipledojo.org

In this special Every Voice Every Vote series episode of the Jimmy Bonds Podcast, we sit down with Terrance Williams, an educator with a passion for uplifting the next generation. Mr. Williams shares his inspiring journey into teaching, what motivated him to become an educator, and the challenges he has faced along the way. We dive into the critical issue of the lack of Black male educators in the system, the stigmas often associated with education, and the solutions that can create a more equitable future for all students. Mr. Williams also highlights how voting directly impacts the education curriculum and why it's vital to introduce children to the importance of voting and civic engagement at an early age. Join us as we explore the intersection of education, community, and civic responsibility — because every voice matters, and every vote counts. Stay Up!! Don't Sleep On Your Dreams! #EveryVoiceEveryVote #EducationMatters #CivicEngagement #BlackEducators #IlladelphiaRadioTV    

In this episode Dr. Andrew King and I discuss our mutual love for Jiujitsu, why everyone should train, and his work on the book of Hosea! Andrew's faculty page: https://www.mbts.edu/about/faculty/dr-andrew-king/ Follow Andrew on Twitter at: @drandrewmking The "Every Voice" database that Andrew helps run can be found at: https://database.everyvoicekingdomdiversity.org/ Other resources: * 5 Things Churches can learn from Jiujitsu! - https://youtu.be/wJnjdSaIARY * A 100% BLIND BJJ black belt enters the Dojo! - https://youtu.be/vbXvQi3YcUg ***Disciple Dojo shirts and other gifts are available over in our online store! - https://tinyurl.com/24ncuas2 ***Become a monthly Dojo Donor and help keep us going! - https://www.discipledojo.org/donate ***Dojo Donor Patches: If you are a monthly donor and would like an iron-on DiscipleDojo patch, supplies are limited so message JM directly via the contact page at https://www.discipledojo.org/contact ***If you are an unmarried Christian looking for community, check out our Facebook group “The Grownup's Table” over at www.facebook.com/groups/grownupstable ------ Go deeper at www.discipledojo.org

What up, doe!!! One of Detroit's finest and excellent podcasts talking about our culture and our creativity on this wonderful Black History Month!!!! Today we discuss some deep and slightly dark facts that involve alternate agendas, us as a culture learning to stand up and stand strong on our beliefs and we discuss a local rapper who had some difficulty "Lyfting her spirits recently" Check us out!!! And keep running them numbers up!!!! Onward and upward...together!!! Follow us on Facebook: ⁠facebook.com/Wokeish19Follow us on Instagram: @⁠wokeish_podcastGotta question? Email us: ⁠wokeishpodcast19@gmail.com⁠Wanna support our self-funded podcast?: Hit up the CashApp: $Wokeish2024LISTEN, RATE, REVIEW, SHARE, SUBSCRIBE!!!

Today in the Breakroom the crew talks societal pressures around aging, the controversy on the Joe Budden podcast and the double standards men and women face. Their experiences with Lyft and Uber mishaps, views on recent movies, and even social media and its impact on relationships.

Today, we meet the people organizing a tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. through the music of Aretha Franklin. Then, for some artists, immense talent can come with demons.

There has been a dream released through Dutch Sheets to commission the Body of Christ to release their shout on January 19th.  On today's podcast we share that revelation and show you how you can participate.  

1. Family (Extended) Fellowship (vs. 1-7)2. A Midianite in God's Family (vs. 8-11)3. Family (of Faith) Fellowship (vs. 12)

Completely unlike Moses from the mountaintop, I bring you these 10 Commandment of Voice Over. Trust me, it's not every day you get 10 commandments from an atheist.

Miranda Hipwell, CEO adamandeveDDB shares her leadership insights on building trust through consistency, empowering teams to elevate performance and her perseverance through setbacks, leading to career growth. We Cover: 05:02 – Building trust through consistent actions over time07:22 – Creating inclusive spaces where every voice matters10:36 – Flexibility and fresh perspectives help creatives thrive15:00 – A zigzag career path can still lead to success16:43 – Growth comes from persevering through setbacks21:41 – Active listening is key in meetings23:32 – Returning from time off and feeling overwhelmed by all the new information26:54 – Leadership roles feel more accessible and relatable34:38 – Strengthening the team by recognising talent within37:08 – Inspiring positive work through optimism39:37 – Putting clients' needs first improves business42:30 – Resilience means being real and facing issues head-onDon't miss out on this powerful episode. 

Live from CultureCon in Madison, Wisconsin, Nikki sits down with Joey Williams, Culture Specialist at Healthpeak Properties, aka “HR Fun Uncle,” to discuss his unique career journey and approach to building a culture where every voice is heard. From handwritten birthday notes to creating channels for open feedback, Joey reveals how he fosters inclusivity and trust across the organization. He shares actionable strategies for breaking down communication silos, encouraging self-advocacy, and engaging leadership support for a truly collaborative culture. Tune in to learn how small actions and intentional listening can have a big impact on employee engagement and connection.   Additional Resources: CultureCon 2025 CultureCon on LinkedIn Follow PeopleForward Network on LinkedIn Learn more about PeopleForward Network   Key Takeaways: Advocate for Your Ideal Role: Joey's career shift from accounting to HR was driven by self-advocacy. By clearly defining his dream role, he worked with supportive leadership to create a position aligned with his strengths and passions. Break Down Barriers to Inclusivity: Joey emphasizes the importance of opening multiple feedback channels—such as town halls, focus groups, and one-on-one check-ins—to ensure that every voice is heard and valued. Follow Up on Feedback: To build trust, it's essential to close the loop on employee feedback. Acknowledging input and explaining decisions shows team members that their voices truly matter.

In this inspiring episode of Legacy Leaders Show, we explore with the president of Compassion Entertainment, David Chai, the powerful impact of civic engagement through both voice and vote. Your Vote Matters is a newly released documentary now streaming for free on NTD.com and YouTube. It delivers a timely reminder that we all have a role in shaping the future of our communities, our nations, and the world. He produced the film in 18 days, wrote a script in 2 weeks, cased the talent, and learned and researched about the subject, creating another masterpiece in a year with a limited budget and deadline. David demonstrates what it takes to run an entertainment business and film production with kindness and compassion and create tremendous success.We also dive into the importance of taking responsibility for the change we wish to see, how every voice contributes to a stronger democracy, and why pride in where we live begins with educated and responsible action. This conversation will leave you thinking about the impact of your vote, your voice, and our collective power when we act together.Don't miss this insightful discussion. Watch Your Vote Matters today: NTD.com, YourVoteMattersMovie.com or on YouTube.

In this inspiring episode of Legacy Leaders Show, we explore with the president of Compassion Entertainment, David Chai, the powerful impact of civic engagement through both voice and vote. Your Vote Matters is a newly released documentary now streaming for free on NTD.com and YouTube. It delivers a timely reminder that we all have a role in shaping the future of our communities, our nations, and the world. He produced the film in 18 days, wrote a script in 2 weeks, cased the talent, and learned and researched about the subject, creating another masterpiece in a year with a limited budget and deadline. David demonstrates what it takes to run an entertainment business and film production with kindness and compassion and create tremendous success. We also dive into the importance of taking responsibility for the change we wish to see, how every voice contributes to a stronger democracy, and why pride in where we live begins with educated and responsible action. This conversation will leave you thinking about the impact of your vote, your voice, and our collective power when we act together. Don't miss this insightful discussion. Watch Your Vote Matters today: NTD.com, YourVoteMattersMovie.com or on YouTube.

Here are the 3 Big things you need to know this hour—   Number One— I cannot believe that people remain in the dark in the United States—and those hit hardest by hurricane Helene are being snubbed by the Harris Administration—while we spend billions of Ukraine—and illegal aliens—   Number Two— Warehouse stores like Costco are being overrun by people stocking up on anything and everything to make sure they are ok if products like toilet paper start disappearing—   Number Three— It is FREE SPEECH FREE FOR ALL FRIDAY! Powered by the Patriot Mobile Common Sense Hotline—and you can get on board the TRUTH TRAIN at 877-310-9966—

In this episode, we bring you a conversation between Reina Coulibaly, who just graduated with Princeton's Class of 2024, and Ara Tucker, from the Class of '01, who just published her second book, titled “How to Date a Black Girl.” Both identify as queer Black women, and they connected in September at Princeton's Every Voice summit celebrating LGBTQ+ alumni, where Ara spoke on a panel about intersectional identity. With Coulibaly, Tucker discussed her career path and how being a part of the Princeton community has fundamentally influenced the way she relates to the multitude of identities she carries.

Bonus Conference Episode: CPQI 2024 Opening Session

LESSON 254Let Every Voice But God's Be Still In Me.Father, today I would but hear Your Voice. In deepest silence I would come to You, to hear Your Voice and to receive Your Word. I have no prayer but this: I come to You to ask You for the truth. And truth is but Your Will, which I would share with You today.Today we let no ego thoughts direct our words or actions. When such thoughts occur, we quietly step back and look at them, and then we let them go. We do not want what they would bring with them. And so we do not choose to keep them. They are silent now. And in the stillness, hallowed by His Love, God speaks to us and tells us of our will, as we have chosen to remember Him.- Jesus Christ in ACIM

On this week's episode we hear originals by: Urban Voices The Magnets The Glue

Caroline and Rebecca sit down with survivors Chelsea Filer, Chelsea Maldonando, and Katherine Kubler for a conversation about this season, the work they have been doing individually and their hopes for the future. The season closes out with a word from Paris Hilton as we look towards the work still left to do. To learn more and get involved, head to TrappedInTreatment.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What steps can you take to ensure every voice is heard and valued in your workplace? Imagine walking into a room and knowing that no matter who you are, your ideas matter, your experiences are recognized, and your contributions are celebrated. In this episode of the Inspirational Leadership podcast, I speak with Sara Dean about the importance of creating environments where every voice is heard and everyone feels valued. Sara is a Seattle-based keynote speaker, executive coach, business consultant, and trainer for leaders and teams. She supports women in leadership who want to become more courageous in their thoughts, actions, and conversations. From women's empowerment events to corporate training series to long-term resiliency and creating custom talent development curriculum, Sara teaches folks how to identify and own their greatest strengths in order to show up and shine in the areas they most want to grow and evolve. Listen in to learn how to create space as a leader for people to process, practice, and engage with new skills and not just deliver volumes of information. You will also learn about the common struggle with confidence across all genders and the importance of leaders recognizing and addressing this issue. Key Takeaways: The importance of helping women take up space and use their voices in powerful ways. How to effectively lead, cultivate, and empower other leaders by creating space for people to process, practice, and engage with new skills. The importance of providing resources and engaging in dialogues to foster learning and growth within organizations. The value of regular, open dialogues and personal sharing to build trust and connection in the workplace. Standout Quotes: “It's been really cool to see men step into allyship and advocacy for women and trying to unravel some of the ways that they've been socialized can be just as harmful as the way that women are socialized.”– Sara [05:04] “If we aren't creating space for people to process the information or to practice using new skills, we're missing a huge aspect of leadership that allows us to cultivate and empower other leaders.”– Sara [13:31] “If you give people the opportunity to share, demonstrate a little bit of vulnerability, and then connect around that, that experience makes them feel seen, heard, held, and valued in the moment, and then they also want more.”– Sara [17:02] ⇢ Get full show notes and more information here: https://bit.ly/SaraDeanPodcast

Blog post Psychological Safety means everybody gets their say, but it doesn't mean you get your way. Psychological Safety is an individual's belief, feeling, or perception that it's safe for them to speak up in a situation. When people are rewarded for speaking candidly, that leads to rigorous debate and better decisions. Psychological Safety doesn't mean freedom from being challenged or disagreed with. It doesn't turn the workplace into a democracy and it doesn't mean you need 100% agreement to move forward on anything. Psychological Safety means you can disagree with your manager or a peer… and they have the safety to disagree in return. Psychological Safety doesn't mean shutting down a discussion because you feel uncomfortable. What practices and behaviors have you seen in a workplace that cultivate Psychological Safety? What are some examples of rewarding people for speaking up candidly? To me, it comes down to three high-level countermeasures for leaders: Modeling candor, vulnerability, and the behaviors you want to see Encouraging candor Rewarding candor In summary, Psychological Safety is the foundation of a healthy and productive workplace. It ensures that everyone has the opportunity to voice their thoughts and concerns without fear of retribution, even if it doesn't always mean getting their way. Again, Psychological Safety means everybody gets their say, but it doesn't mean you get your way. When leaders model, encourage, and reward candor, it fosters an environment where rigorous debate leads to better decision-making and continuous improvement. By adopting practices that promote Psychological Safety, such as open communication, constructive feedback, and a growth mindset, organizations can unlock the full potential of their teams. If you're looking to cultivate Psychological Safety within your organization and drive better outcomes through open and candid dialogue, I can help. With extensive experience in fostering cultures of learning and innovation, I offer consulting, workshops, and coaching tailored to your specific needs. Contact me today to learn how we can work together to build a safer, more effective workplace. I'm happy to do a free discovery call with you. Or check out my book, The Mistakes That Make Us: Cultivating a Culture of Learning and Innovation. Or do both :-) --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lean-blog-audio/support

Today we're reprising an episode we did for Juneteenth last year, as we get ready for this year's holiday!It's June 18th. Today, for Juneteenth, we look at the history of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” aka the Black National Anthem.Jody, Niki, and Kellie discuss the song's history and the various ways in which it's been presented as a song of resistance, militancy, and empowerment through the decades.If you want to hear our Juneteenth history episode, find it here! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/juneteenth-1865/id1502728938?i=1000519244206Sign up for our newsletter! We'll be sending out links to all the stuff we recommended later this week.Find out more at thisdaypod.comThis Day In Esoteric Political History is a proud member of Radiotopia from PRX.Your support helps foster independent, artist-owned podcasts and award-winning stories.If you want to support the show directly, you can do so on our website: ThisDayPod.comGet in touch if you have any ideas for future topics, or just want to say hello. Our website is thisdaypod.com Follow us on social @thisdaypodOur team: Jacob Feldman, Researcher/Producer; Brittani Brown, Producer; Khawla Nakua, Transcripts; music by Teen Daze and Blue Dot Sessions; Audrey Mardavich is our Executive Producer at Radiotopia

Send us a Text Message.On this episode, we sit down with Michelle Bartlein,  owner of Savoy Salon in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Certified Strategies Coach, and recent Salon Today Top 200 winner in the Culture category. Michelle shares her personal journey of transforming Savoy Salon into a thriving community where team members are valued as equals, fostering a culture of trust, collaboration, and innovation. From annual retreats that reinforce trust to a brand identity that unites rather than divides, get ready to learn how to cultivate a workspace where everyone plays a critical role in the game.Conversation highlights:0:27  Winning the Salon Today Top 200 for Culture4:00  Running a salon like a championship basketball team7:09  How communication feeds your culture9:40  The Three C's of Culture15:16  Addressing conflicts while maintaining harmony19:12  Navigating tough conversations21:12  Michell's one tip for strengthening your business cultureWatch the video of this episode: https://youtu.be/6acnba8_6rkTo learn more about how Strategies can help you create more profit, fun, and growth potential for you, your business, and your team, we invite you to schedule a free 60-minute strategy session:Schedule a free 60-minute strategy session: https://strategies.com/free-coaching-session Strategies: https://www.strategies.comSalon/Spa Business Coaching: https://strategies.com/memberships/In-Person Salon/Spa Seminars: https://strategies.com/seminars/Online Salon/Spa Training: https://strategies.com/upcoming-onlives/Podcast: https://strategies.com/podcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strategies4biz/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/strategiesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@strategies4bizThe Beauty Business Strategies Podcast is designed to give salon, spa, medspa, barbershop, and lash studio owners, just like you, quick tips to make more money, inspire your team, and create world-class client experiences.

No matter which part of the foster care triad we embody, it's important to recognize that our own lived experience is valid AND so are the experiences of the other members of the triad. We cannot say one voice is more important than another without invalidating and tearing another part down. What are your thoughts on this? Find more support on your foster care journey here: https://stan.store/fearless_fostering

As part of Safety Week 2024, we invited Steve Eikanger, President and CEO of Flintco, and Barry Nelson, Founder and CEO of FactorLab into the Flintco Talks studio with host Daniel Oates to talk about the power of having authentic conversations around safety and how that helps build trust and respect among the team. The discussion centers around “SmartTagIt,” a video pre-task plan (PTP) application created by FactorLab and adopted by Flintco in 2023 that uses cell phone video to help crews get more engaged in safety planning in a language they understand. The application harnesses AI to help organize, translate, and analyze PTPs making them more effective in mitigating risk; the familiar interface looks like a social media news feed with "likes, comments and shares," which supports team engagement and helps develop leaders at every level while magnifying the Flintco Ethos. Learn how SmartTagIt is helping Flintco:• Gain real-time visibility into safety planning and team engagement • Identify and amplify exemplary leadership practices at every level• Address issues proactively before they impact safety, quality, or productivity

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In this special episode of AGC's ConstructorCast, host Max Nelson sits down with industry leaders Dan Johnson, CEO of Mortenson, and Mike Choutka, Chairman and CEO of Hensel Phelps, to dive deep into the upcoming 10th-anniversary celebration of Construction Safety Week. As this year's Chair and Co-chair, Dan and Mike share their insights on the growth and evolution of Construction Safety Week over the past decade, and discuss the theme for this year, "Value Every Voice." Guests: Dan Johnson Chief Executive Officer Mortenson www.mortenson.com Mike Choutka Chairman | Chief Executive Officer Hensel Phelps www.henselphelps.com Resources: https://www.constructionsafetyweek.com/ 2024 Construction Safety Week Slide Deck https://www.agc.org/sites/default/files/Files/ConstructorCast/Safety_Week_Podcast_2024_Final.pdf

It is tradition to sing "The Star Spangled banner", the United States national anthem during the Super Bowl re-game show. In recent years the singing of the Black national anthem, "Lift Ev'ry Voice & Sing" has been added. Some people ask, "Why are two anthems being performed if we are one country?"  Listen in for an answer to this question! In this episode I mention: ⁠Black History Month -Daily Slides/Bell Ringers Black History Month - Anthem Analysis ⁠The Star Spangled Banner Lift Every Voice & Sing Lift Every Voice & Sing (Add'l Info) ⁠Educator Cohort & Coaching Programs⁠ Grade Level Book Recommendations - visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bookshop.org/shop/CustomTeachingSolutions⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  . ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Activities⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for creating a welcoming and inclusive class - Buy resources in my ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TEACHER SHOP⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Culture-Centered Teacher ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠WORKSHOPS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - Click ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for more information Ready to take action? Grab your FREE "The Welcoming & Culturally Inclusive Classroom Roadmap" at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://customteachingsolutions.com/theroadmap⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Schedule a free DISCOVERY CALL at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/customteachingsolutions/35min⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Culture-Centered Teacher Workshops HERE⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! CONNECT WITH ME: Email - Jocelynn@customteachingsolutions.com LinkedIN - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/cts-custom-teaching-solutions/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/iteachcustom/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Website - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://customteachingsolutions.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ **Custom Teaching Solutions is a affiliate for ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Bookshop.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, which means we receive a commission on every sale that comes through our link at no additional cost to you.** --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jocelynn-hubbard/support

A.I. isn't coming to the voice over industry. It's already here. The challenge for voice actors now is, how will we engage and respond as a community and industry. One of the organizations speaking on our behalf is NAVA (National Association of Voice Actors). They are deeply engrained in numerous conversations including with SAG/Aftra and various levels of government In this wide-ranging interview, I speak with Tim Friedlander (NAVA Founder and President) and Carin Gilfry (NAVA Co-Founder and Vice President). We dive into what NAVA is doing, what voice actors need to know and understand about A.I. in our industry and also, how we, as a voice acting community can support NAVA in their ongoing efforts. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Getting to Know NAVA with Tim Friendlander - https://www.vopreneur.com/blog/188 How to Audition for Success with Carin Gilfry - https://www.vopreneur.com/blog/175 NAVA's Replica Agreement AMA - https://navavoices.org/2024/01/17/nava-zeke-alton-replica-studios-agreement-ama/ CONNECT WITH NAVA NAVA - https://navavoices.org Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/NAVAVOICES/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/NAVAVOICES Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/navavoices Brad Venable Fund - https://navavoices.org/brad-venable/ Marc Scott on Instagram - @marcscott RESOURCES FOR VOICE ACTORS * 12 Ways to Market Your Voice Over Demo Visit https://vopreneur.com/12demotips * Get an instant $25 credit when you sign up for VoiceZam Visit https://voicezam.com/marcscott * For voice over services: Visit https://marcscottvoiceover.com * Want VOpreneur Swag? Visit https://teespring.com/stores/vopreneur * Join the VOpreneur Facebook Group Visit https://facebook.com/groups/vopreneur EVERYDAY VOPRENEURS IN THIS EPISODE * Thanks to "Uncle Roy" for production assistance! Visit https://antlandproductions.com * Thanks to Christy Harst for VO contributions! Visit https://christyharst.com * Thanks to Krysta Wallrauch for VO contributions! Visit https://krystawallrauch.com If you need guidance with your voice over business or learning how to more effectively market, I can help. Book a 15 minute free consultation with me to discuss your specific needs. Book Your Consult

Do you find groups of people left out of your most important organizational decisions? In the latest episode of "On the Mic w/ Ray White," we delved into the importance of considering every voice in our organizations. Here are a few insights from the episode:

For conductor and baritone Malcolm J. Merriweather, artistic inspiration has largely sprung from asking questions related to his identity. What role does his work as a Black musician play within the larger tapestry of music history? Who are the artists of the past who contributed to the legacy he's inherited today? As director of the New York Philharmonic Chorus and music director of the Dessoff Choirs, Merriweather spends his days bringing to life great choral works from the Renaissance through the 21st century. But two composers — who happened to live 400 years apart — have proved his primary focus over the past several years: Margaret Bonds, a contributor to the Harlem Renaissance; and Vicente Lusitano, an Afro-Portuguese musician who's considered the first published Black composer. Merriweather has led the Dessoff Choirs in performances of both composers' music, oftentimes programming their work alongside that of their contemporaries. Which, in the case of Lusitano, includes Thomas Tallis, William Byrd, and Giovanni Palestrina — who also happens to be an important figure in the ensemble's early history. "It's part of the Dessoff Choirs' mission to bring underperformed and underrepresented music and composers to the concert stage," Merriweather says on the latest episode of the Classical Post podcast. "That's been part of our mission since our founding in 1924 by Margarete Dessoff, a German Jewish immigrant. At that time, she was bringing the music of Palestrina to this country, which had never been heard here." In this episode, Merriweather and I talk more about his relationship to Margaret Bonds's music, and how his critically acclaimed recordings of her songs led him to London to hear Lusitano's works for the first time. Plus, he shares how the act of baking nourishes his mind and body, why he has to make his bed first thing in the morning, and his favorite restaurant in Harlem for American-Senagalese fusion cuisine. — ⁠⁠⁠Classical Post⁠⁠⁠® is a leading podcast based in New York. Our content uncovers the creativity behind exceptional music through dynamic deep-dive interviews with prominent artists in the world today. We are powered by ⁠⁠⁠Gold Sound Media⁠⁠⁠® — a creative studio providing omnichannel marketing and public relations services for the classical music industry.

Kira Willey is an award-winning children's music artist, author, kids' yoga & mindfulness expert, TEDx speaker, and creator of Rockin' Yoga school programs and the Rockin' Yoga teacher membership. Her five releases of yoga albums for kids have all won numerous industry awards and earned national acclaim; her hit songs include “Colors,” which was featured in a worldwide Dell ad campaign. Kira's most recent release is Every Voice, winner of Parents' Choice Gold, that Foundation's highest award. Her single "Real Girl" won ASCAP's prestigious Children's Songwriting Award.  Kira's children's mindfulness books, published by Random House Kids, include the bestselling Breathe Like a Bear, which has earned more than 4,000 five-star reviews and been translated into 16 languages. A companion book, Peaceful Like A Panda, with 30 all-new mindful moments proven to help children calm themselves down, let go of stress, and focus their energy, was released in January 2021. Kira has also authored the children's board book series Mindfulness Moments for Kids,  which includes the titles Listen Like an Elephant, Breathe Like A Bear, Bunny Breaths and  Hot Cocoa Calm. PBS TV affiliates nationwide air "Breathe With Me" and "Fireflies Yoga,” two yoga-for-kids programs Kira created and hosts; and her “Music You Can Move To” series with kids' music superstar Laurie Berkner can be heard daily on SiriusXM Radio. Kira's TEDx talk, “Bite-Sized Mindfulness,” can be viewed online. Kira speaks at conferences, leads Professional Development days and teacher trainings, and performs Rockin' Yoga Assemblies and concerts with her band nationwide. She's also the founder of the singing-is-for-everyone experience, Choir & Company! Learn More: https://www.kirawilley.com/

Eager for more tools and resources to help you find your fierce? Now you can access additional content across the four content pillars using the Fierce Lab app. Premium subscribers get access to articles, guides, checklists, video content, and workshops, as well as exclusive events for members only. Become a member here. In this episode we hear from Cynt Marshall and how she advocates for creating an inclusive space where every voice matters. Her goal is to establish an environment where every voice is not only heard but also respected, allowing women to thrive. Cynt firmly believe that women are natural leaders, regardless of their official titles, and that their contribution is vital to the success of any organization. Encouraging women to support one another, Cynt shares how she promotes the practice of "HASU," meaning "hook a sister up," and emphasizes the importance of solidarity.  In this lively conversation Tara talks with her about how to avoid undermining each other and acknowledge there is ample room for all at the table, rejecting the notion that only one can succeed. Cynt's vision is to foster an environment where women can flourish and rely on each other. In her book, You've Been Chosen, Cynt details how she managed her personal and professional life while facing limited capacity during chemotherapy. Out of her illness came one of her greatest lessons and she shares, both in the book and on this episode, how valuable it is to know the difference between your crystal balls and your rubber balls.  Her circumstance compelled her to prioritize her activities and reevaluate her commitments. Thus, letting small balls drop.  Those are your rubber balls, says Cynt. Those bounce back. Cynt Marshall is one of the most dynamic leaders in America.  She's a friend to all and has never met a stranger.  She always has a kind word, and many times the last word, for those lucky enough to be in orbit.  This hour-long conversation touches on leadership, family, faith and the future of women in business.  Tune in to the very end for a lighting round of questions with the woman we all want to grow up to be, Cynt Marshall. FOLLOW FIERCE LAB Follow Fierce Lab on Instagram or LinkedIn for the latest updates. Please be sure to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE Fierce Lab with women who are looking for community and tools for leveling up.

Eager for more tools and resources to help you find your fierce? Now you can access additional content across the four content pillars using the Fierce Lab app. Premium subscribers get access to articles, guides, checklists, video content, and workshops, as well as exclusive events for members only. Become a member here. In this episode we hear from Cynt Marshall and how she advocates for creating an inclusive space where every voice matters. Her goal is to establish an environment where every voice is not only heard but also respected, allowing women to thrive. Cynt firmly believe that women are natural leaders, regardless of their official titles, and that their contribution is vital to the success of any organization. Encouraging women to support one another, Cynt shares how she promotes the practice of "HASU," meaning "hook a sister up," and emphasizes the importance of solidarity.  In this lively conversation Tara talks with her about how to avoid undermining each other and acknowledge there is ample room for all at the table, rejecting the notion that only one can succeed. Cynt's vision is to foster an environment where women can flourish and rely on each other. In her book, You've Been Chosen, Cynt details how she managed her personal and professional life while facing limited capacity during chemotherapy. Out of her illness came one of her greatest lessons and she shares, both in the book and on this episode, how valuable it is to know the difference between your crystal balls and your rubber balls.  Her circumstance compelled her to prioritize her activities and reevaluate her commitments. Thus, letting small balls drop.  Those are your rubber balls, says Cynt. Those bounce back. Cynt Marshall is one of the most dynamic leaders in America.  She's a friend to all and has never met a stranger.  She always has a kind word, and many times the last word, for those lucky enough to be in orbit.  This hour-long conversation touches on leadership, family, faith and the future of women in business.  Tune in to the very end for a lighting round of questions with the woman we all want to grow up to be, Cynt Marshall. FOLLOW FIERCE LAB Follow Fierce Lab on Instagram or LinkedIn for the latest updates. Please be sure to SUBSCRIBE, REVIEW, and SHARE Fierce Lab with women who are looking for community and tools for leveling up.

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Scoot takes aim at failed Arizona candidate Kari Lake for her complaint about the so-called "Black National Anthem"

In the prime of his illustrious career, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart ran in the realm of prominent, Black visionaries. But after composing “Zaide,” an unfinished opera depicting a slave revolt, Mozart was commissioned to create a work more palatable to the politics and pocketbooks of the late 18th century European upper class.  First heard in Vienna in 1782, “ Abduction” catered to the harsh reality of the times. As is too often the case with operas written during this time, characters of African descent are reduced to racist stereotypes, thereby oiling the wheels of Europe's economic engine — slavery. With this in mind, we ask: what does the future look like for opera as an art form? In this final episode of the four-part radio series, the Every Voice production team goes out to Harlem to find out how today's youth relate to classical music. Join our host Terrance McKnight as he searches for opera's future with composers, musicians, and thinkers of today. “Every Voice” is hosted by Terrance McKnight. The Executive Producer is Tony Phillips. The Executive Producer for WQXR Podcasts is Elizabeth Nonemaker.  Our research team includes Ariel Elizabeth Davis, Pranathi Diwakar, Ian George, and Jasmine Ogiste. Sound design and engineering by Alan Goffinski. Original music composed by Jeromy Thomas and Ashley Jackson. Special thanks to The Met archives.This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.

At the heart of “Aida” is an African love story: the Ethiopian princess Aida is torn between loyalty to her country and passion for her captor, the Egyptian general Radamès, who loves her in return. But when “Aida” premiered in Cairo in 1871, very few Africans went to see it, let alone could afford the price of a ticket. The original audience for “Aida,” in fact, was the European elite in Egypt, whose economic fortunes and imperial ambitions were inextricably linked to the American Civil War. Verdi's “Aida” often portrays Egyptians as white and free and Ethiopians as Black and enslaved, reinforcing colonial stereotypes and colorism. It's a practice still present in many modern-day productions.  What role has opera played in colonialism, empire, and capitalism? Does art imitate life, or does it obscure it? Join McKnight's investigation in this radio special featuring  WQXR's own Nimet Habachy, as well as opera talents Limmie Pulliam, Angela Brown, Raehann Bryce-Davis, Sir Willard White and more.  “Every Voice” is hosted by Terrance McKnight. The Executive Producer is Tony Phillips. The Executive Producer for WQXR Podcasts is Elizabeth Nonemaker. Our research team includes Ariel Elizabeth Davis, Pranathi Diwakar, Ian George, and Jasmine Ogiste. Sound design and engineering by Alan Goffinski. Original music composed by Jeromy Thomas and Ashley Jackson. Special thanks to The Met archives.This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.

“Otello” debuted in Milan in 1887, just two years after European nations gathered in Berlin to agree on a campaign to carve up and colonize the African continent for their own profit. Giuseppe Verdi's opera, based on the play Shakespeare wrote in the very early 1600s, centers on the Moor, Otello — an African who becomes a much celebrated Venetian general for leading a successful war against his fellow Africans.As a Black man in a position of power, Otello's status inspires praise and worship by some and searing loathing from others. How do stereotypes of Black manhood, an all-too-familiar danger to Black men navigating life in America today, show up in Otello's story? With the help of the Every Voice team and special guests – Maribeth Diggle, Thomas Hampson, Peter Sellars, Limmie Pulliam, Kevin Maynor, Dr Uzee Brown Jr. and Sylvia McNair – host Terrance Mcnight examines how this centuries-old story still shapes today's narratives around Black success and how the work of Toni Morrison might lead us to a deeper understanding of these characters. “Every Voice” is hosted by Terrance McKnight. The Executive Producer is Tony Phillips. The Executive Producer for WQXR Podcasts is Elizabeth Nonemaker.  Our research team includes Ariel Elizabeth Davis, Pranathi Diwakar, Ian George, and Jasmine Ogiste. Sound design and engineering by Sapir Rosenblatt. Original music composed by Jeromy Thomas and Ashley Jackson. Special thanks to The Met archives.This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.

In this radio special of “Every Voice with Terrance McKnight,” enjoy this season's journey into Mozart's "The Magic Flute," its investigation into the overlooked character of Monostatos, and what his portrayal teaches us about ourselves. With a legacy spanning over two centuries, "The Magic Flute" remains a beloved classic, captivating audiences in sold-out venues worldwide. But along with the opera's historic success, the character of Monostatos, a Moor and chief slave to the wizard Sarastro, stands out as one of the most famous and shameful stereotypes in opera — a genre with limited representation of characters of African descent. Monostatos's longing for Pamina, a white woman, is meant to be a source of comedy, but his experience of loneliness and feeling othered is one that many can relate to. Could future productions of “The Magic Flute” highlight the depth and complexity of this character?With the help of the Every Voice team, Terrance McNight investigates the history of this opera, tells stories from his own life, and enlists an ensemble of opera talents, including Chauncey Packer, Rodell Rosel, Raehann Bryce-Davis, Kevin Maynor, Sylvia McNair, and more to understand the messaging of modern stagings of this canonical work. This episode is hosted by Terrance McKnight and produced by David Norville and Tony Phillips with help from Elizabeth Nonemaker. Our research team includes Ariel Elizabeth Davis, Pranathi Diwakar, Ian George, and Jasmine Ogiste. Sound design and engineering by Alan Goffinski. Original music composed by Jeromy Thomas and Ashley Jackson. Special thanks to The Met archives.This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.

In this week's episode, host Daniel Raimi talks with Shuchi Talati, founder and executive director of the Alliance for Just Deliberation on Solar Geoengineering, about the potential for solar geoengineering as a tool to combat climate change. Talati discusses the science behind solar geoengineering, democratic and inclusive processes for engaging all nations in deliberation over the use of solar geoengineering, and public perception of the technology. References and recommendations: The Alliance for Just Deliberation on Solar Geoengineering; https://sgdeliberation.org/ “An Inconvenient Truth” film; https://participant.com/film/inconvenient-truth Episode 4 (“2059: Face of God”) and Episode 5 (“2059 Part II: Nightbirds”) of “Extrapolations” TV show; https://tv.apple.com/us/show/extrapolations/umc.cmc.4uoqxmxlnipm9zsc88bkjyjx4 “Climate Crisis Is on Track to Push One-Third of Humanity Out of Its Most Livable Environment” by Abrahm Lustgarten; https://www.propublica.org/article/climate-crisis-niche-migration-environment-population

With such a dark past, what does the future look like for opera as an art form? From Verdi to Mozart, many of opera's most celebrated works famously reduce people of African descent to racist caricatures and stereotypes with tragic fates. In the final episode of this season of Every Voice with Terrance McKnight: we go in search of opera's future with composers, musicians, and thinkers of today, and turn our attention one more time to Mozart's “Abduction from the Seraglio” to learn from a long-voiceless character. Joined by Dr. Sharon Willis, opera and theater director Peter Sellars, and opera greats Chauncey Packer, Limmie Pulliam, and more. This episode is written, hosted and produced by Terrance McKnight with support from David Norville. The Executive Producer is Tony Phillips. The Executive Producer for WQXR Podcasts is Elizabeth Nonemaker. Our research team includes Ariel Elizabeth Davis, Pranathi Diwakar, Ian George, and Jasmine Ogiste. Sound design and engineering by Sapir Rosenblatt Original music composed by Jeromy Thomas and Ashley Jackson. A transcript of this episode is available on our website: everyvoicepodcast.org

Mozart's “The Abduction from the Seraglio” was first heard in Vienna in 1782, commissioned by Holy Roman Emperor Joseph II to cater to the German-speaking audience of the capital city. Joseph II and Mozart had more in common than just their native tongue. Joseph II championed liberal ideas, equality, and religious freedom, while some experts interpret Mozart's operas as striving to be liberatory. But 1780s Europe was financially entwined with human trafficking, and the ideals of enlightenment and freedom didn't apply to every human.  In “Abduction,” those real-world restrictions — and the ramifications they have for Mozart's characters — are on full display. This week on Every Voice with Terrance McKnight: In “Abduction from the Seraglio,”  Pasha Selim subjects both European  women and men of African descent to servitude within his haram. But their dramatic treatment — which characters get to enjoy escape and victory, and which characters do not — tend to uphold stereotypes of race, class and sex. We hear from the voices of Jennifer Welch Babige as Konstanze and Blonde, Sir Willard White as Osmin, and Nathan Stark as Pasha Selim. This episode is written, hosted and produced by Terrance McKnight with support from David Norville. The Executive Producer is Tony Phillips. The Executive Producer for WQXR Podcasts is Elizabeth Nonemaker. Our research team includes Ariel Elizabeth Davis, Pranathi Diwakar, Ian George, and Jasmine Ogiste. Sound design and engineering by Sapir Rosenblatt Original music composed by Jeromy Thomas and Ashley Jackson. Special thanks to the Livermore Valley Opera and the Metropolitan Opera for the use of their performances of “Abduction from the Seraglio.” This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.A transcript of this episode is available on our website: everyvoicepodcast.org

In the prime of his illustrious career, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart ran in the realm of prominent, Black visionaries, composed the radical (unfinished) opera “Zaide” depicting a slave revolt, and even shared a home with famed Senegalese / French composer Joseph Boulogne, known as the Chevalier de Saint Georges. The Holy Roman Emperor Joseph II, a supporter of Mozart, was also progressive for his time. During his reign, he was known for his religious tolerance, abolition of serfdom, and public friendship with Angelo Solimon, a man of African descent.But having Black friends doesn't mean you're willing to sacrifice political standing and a payday. And though both men may have dreamed of a better world, “The Abduction from the Seraglio,'' commissioned by Joseph II,  catered to the harsh reality of the times, oiling the wheels of Europe's economic engine — slavery. This week on Every Voice with Terrance McKnight: Sir Williard White as Osmin, the enslaved eunuch, and Soprano Jennifer Welch-Babidge as Blonde navigate the fiction of race as two enslaved characters in “The Abduction from the Seraglio.”This episode is written, hosted and produced by Terrance McKnight with support from David Norville. The Executive Producer is Tony Phillips. The Executive Producer for WQXR Podcasts is Elizabeth Nonemaker. Our research team includes Ariel Elizabeth Davis, Pranathi Diwakar, Ian George, and Jasmine Ogiste. Sound design and engineering by Alan Goffinski. Original music composed by Jeromy Thomas and Ashley Jackson. Special thanks to the Livermore Valley Opera and the Metropolitan Opera for the use of their performances of “Abduction from the Seraglio.” This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.A transcript of this episode is available on our website: everyvoicepodcast.org

All too often, characters of African descent in operas written during the 18th and 19th centuries are defined as the institution of slavery and the idea of inferiority.  But today's composers, like Dr. Sharon Willis, aim to write about Black life in order to uplift the community where she lives and works. She says she has “no use” for the depiction of Black people as “buffoons or vixens or mammies.” This week on Every Voice with Terrance McKnight: we return to Dr. Willis's music, and hear about a 19th century African American family that inspired one of her sixteen operas. And by contrast, we'll discuss Mozart's opera “The Abduction from the Seraglio," in which he explores the theme of slavery and freedom, however freedom is a birthright for some, not for all.  Correction made on May 14, 2023: This episode was updated clarify that Holy Roman Emperor Joseph II commissioned Mozart's opera “Abduction from the Seraglio.”This episode is written, hosted and produced by Terrance McKnight. The Executive Producer is Tony Phillips. The Executive Producer for WQXR Podcasts is Elizabeth Nonemaker. Our research team includes Ariel Elizabeth Davis, Pranathi Diwakar, Ian George, and Jasmine Ogiste. Sound design and engineering by Alan Goffinski. Original music composed by Jeromy Thomas and Ashley Jackson. Special thanks to Dr. Sharon Willis for her original compositions and the Livermore Valley Opera for the use of their performance of Abduction from the Seraglio.This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.

When “Aida” premiered in Egypt in 1871, it delivered some not-so-subtle messaging in the dramatization of light-skinned Egyptians dominating dark-skinned Ethopians. Within two years, the man who commissioned “Aida,” Egypt's Khedive Ishmael Pasha, lived out this fantasy of conquest, mobilizing the nation's army with help from former American Confederate veterans.. In this episode of Every Voice with Terrance McKnight, our final installment on Giuseppe Verdi's “Aida,” we're joined by Limmie Pullman, Angela Brown, Raehann Bryce-Davis, and Sir Williard White to revel in the drama of this opera and consider to what extent life imitates art. This episode is hosted by Terrance McKnight. The Executive Producer is Tony Phillips. The Executive Producer for WQXR Podcasts is Elizabeth Nonemaker. Our research team includes Ariel Elizabeth Davis, Pranathi Diwakar, Ian George, and Jasmine Ogiste. Sound design and engineering by Alan Goffinski. Original music composed by Jeromy Thomas and Ashley Jackson. Special thanks to The Met archives.This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.

“Opera has always been not just adjacent to colonial conquest, but perhaps … quite a large part of it.” Pranathi Diwakar, Every Voice with Terrance McKnight researcher. When the US and British cotton industry was disrupted by the American Civil War in the 1860s,  Egypt, led by Khedive Ismail Pasha, moved to capitalize on Britain's demand for the valuable raw material. Egypt's new, booming industry led to a polarizing reality for the region, the use of enslaved East Africans as a labor force, and a new class of rich, European leviathans to entertain in Cairo. Thus, the birth of Giuseppe Verdi's “Aida” for premier at Cairo's newly constructed opera house.For “Aida's” original audience, the opera represented familiar and convenient tropes for those investing in imperialism: Autocratic rule, lavish lifestyles, and a society based on racial superiority. But this week, on Every Voice with Terrance McKnight, and with the help of opera greats, Limmie Pullman, Angela Brown, and Sir Williard White, we give “Aida” a chance to be reborn. This episode is hosted by Terrance McKnight. The  Executive Producer is Tony Phillips. The Executive Producer for WQXR Podcasts is Elizabeth Nonemaker. Our research team includes Ariel Elizabeth Davis, Pranathi Diwakar, Ian George, and Jasmine Ogiste. Sound design and engineering by Alan Goffinski. Original music composed by Jeromy Thomas and Ashley Jackson. Special thanks to The Met archives.This project is supported in part by the National Endowment for the Arts. To find out more about how National Endowment for the Arts grants impact individuals and communities, visit www.arts.gov.

Terrance McKnight, evening host on WQXR, unearths the hidden voices that shape our musical traditions in the new podcast "Every Voice with Terrance McKnight.” McKnight has spent decades interrogating the classical world, raising questions about race relations in the genre and therefore introducing his listeners to often overlooked or forgotten music and voices. Kai Wright joins McKnight live from The Greene Space stage to celebrate the launch of McKnight's new WQXR podcast “Every Voice.” We're bringing you a portion of this event that also features Sharon J. Willis, founder of Americolor Opera Alliance, and musical performances from singers Asha Lindsey and Ian George. Watch the full event here.   Companion listening for this episode:  How Singer Marian Anderson Dominated the Global Stage (12/22/2022) At a time when the dominant art form was anti-Black minstrelsy, famed contralto Marian Anderson made a name for herself performing classical music. Host Kai Wright is joined by WQXR's Terrance McKnight to discuss Anderson's legacy, and her journey to global music stardom. “Notes from America” airs live on Sunday evenings at 6pm ET. The podcast episodes are lightly edited from our live broadcasts. To catch all the action, tune into the show on Sunday nights via the stream on notesfromamerica.org or on WNYC's YouTube channel. We want to hear from you! Connect with us on Instagram and Twitter @noteswithkai or email us at notes@wnyc.org.

In this episode I talk about how every voice matters.