Everything's Not Black & White
This show is about presenting different perspectives and points of view on topics trending in our communities and families today and understanding the experiences/backstories behind those perspectives. Most people come to a feeling or belief about something, based on past experiences or first-hand knowledge. This affirming and validating information-sharing makes it ever so important for others to respectfully ask curious questions and share opposing feelings/beliefs in a way that does not cause offense or creates further divisive harm to our human relationships.
Episodes
Join us as Shanise Pearce, a Triple Negative Breast Cancer survivor, public speaker, and health equity advocate, shares her extraordinary journey of resilience and purpose. From confronting her mortality to discovering the power of community support and self-care, Shanise’s story is both deeply personal and universally inspiring. In this heartfelt conversation, she discusses overcoming the emotional toll of cancer, advocating for h...
On this episode of Everything's Not Black & White, we sit down with Hady Mendez, a NY-based Amazon best-selling author, Latina speaker, and ERG coach. Hady, the founder and CEO of Boldly Speaking LLC, shares how her personal journey has shaped her mission to empower underrepresented employees to self-advocate, self-promote, and ascend into leadership roles. From her creative passion for street art photography to her transf...
In this powerful episode, we meet Elisabeth, a surrogate who gave life to two children for a special couple and chose to stay closely involved in their lives. Her journey is one of courage, compassion, and redefining family, as she navigates co-parenting across two households with unwavering love and empathy. Elisabeth’s story challenges traditional ideas of family, offering a fresh perspective on connection and selfless commitment...
In this episode, we sit down with an extraordinary guest, Dr. Leslie Powell Ahmadi, who shares her captivating journey from pursuing a Ph.D. in foreign language and culture education at The Ohio State University to unexpectedly falling in love with an Iranian doctoral student in agronomy. As a Black American Christian, she never imagined marrying Mahmoud, a Muslim man, and moving to Iran. Yet, she did and her four years living ther...
In this podcast episode, we explore Ashley Brooks' inspiring journey and her groundbreaking book. Ashley's work sheds light on how community-driven civic environments impact personal development and well-being. Ashley's thesis takes us on a qualitative research adventure, using co-design and service design to create inclusive spaces. What makes Ashley's work unique is her dedication to centering the voices and n...
In this episode of our podcast, we have the privilege of hosting Lizzie Bronte, a remarkable individual who hails from Cameroon and embarked on a life-changing journey to the United States due to political turmoil in her home country. Lizzie shares her heartfelt experiences of adapting to a new culture while cherishing her deep love for Cameroon. She also courageously opens up about her personal struggles with domestic abuse, shedd...
In this captivating podcast episode, we're joined by Lori Lutz, a distinguished expert in unlocking human potential for high performance, both in personal and professional spheres. Lori's profound insights center on the idea that every individual possesses a unique source of power within them. Join us as we delve into Lori's wisdom and discover how, by collectively connecting the innate power within us all, we can sh...
In this compelling episode we're thrilled to welcome Chanel Hughley, author of the poignant memoir, "When His Mistress is His Mother - A Cautionary Tale." Chanel opens up about her past relationship with James, a man who seemed like the perfect partner—funny, kind, and committed. Yet, as they transitioned from dating to marriage, Chanel found herself competing for James' attention with an unexpected rival: his o...
Join us as Tracy Teuscher sheds light on the daunting threats bees face, from habitat loss and pesticide exposure to climate change. Her insights offer a deeper understanding of the urgency behind bee conservation efforts. But it's not all grim news—Tracy also empowers listeners with actionable steps they can take to make a positive impact. From planting bee-friendly gardens and supporting local beekeepers to advocating for po...
In this impactful episode, we explore a compelling event that occurred during a fundraiser for Kaleidoscope Youth Center, held at Land Grant. Initially intended as a joyous occasion to celebrate and support the center, the day took an unexpected turn when a hateful Nazi far-right group, fully masked, armed, and resolute in spreading their toxic ideology, decided to protest the event. As a result, what should have been a day of posi...
Join us as we delve into Lamar's inspiring story of triumph over adversity, having overcome the daunting obstacle of foster care to become a remarkable and successful young man. Born to a mother who was only 17 and battling addiction, Lamar's early years were filled with uncertainty and hardship. However, through steady determination and the support of a loving community, Lamar navigated his way through the challenges of ...
Only four men have won 10 or more NBA championship rings and Coach Jim Cleamons is one of them. He's played ball with some of the greats like Elgin Baylor, Jerry West, and Wilt Chamberlain. As a coach, he's worked with legends like Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, and Shaquille O'Neal. Even with all of his success, he remains humble, grateful, and determined to leave a legacy of being a man of his word. We are honored to...
Trigger warning: This episode discusses sexually predatory behavior.
Trust is one of the most important aspects of a relationship. When that trust is violated, it can cause feelings of confusion, hurt, and anger. This is especially true when the perpetrator is supposed to be a spiritual leader.
Brandi Lust, a community leader, empath, and resilience coach, bravely shares her story of emotional and sexually pred...
We are experiencing a time of deep, cultural trauma. Our collective nervous systems are on overdrive and it's causing many health challenges - physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. Its impact on nature can also be felt and seen in devastating ways. Our guest today, Tracy Teuscher, is a certified ecotherapist and naturalist, as well as an award-winning communicator. She'll show us how to make space for our co...
Every day, news headlines remind us just how much many politicians want to erase parts of our history. Despite their fruitless efforts, the many atrocities our ancestors have experienced can never be forgotten. Those legacies often become the fuel that ignites our passion for change. This rings especially true for our guest Jordan Nishizaki. Jordan will provide a glimpse into his family's history, from when they were prisoner...
Do you use Alexa or Siri for digital assistance? Odds are, you do. More than 42% of the global population uses digital assistants for tasks from the very mundane to the mind-boggling complex. What you may not know is that through using these convenient systems, you have freely given access to your most private and valuable data. Stephanie Domas, our guest today, is a Chief Information Security Technologist for one of the largest te...
There is great power in knowing yourself, celebrating yourself, and allowing others to do the same. With so much volatility, uncertainty, chaos, and ambiguity in our society today, it is so important, now more than ever, to center and respect the dignity of every person and their lived experiences. In this episode, we talk with multi-talented, always enlightening Karen Marie Hewitt, M. Ed about her/hir work in this space and the ne...
Representation matters in all aspects of life, especially in storytelling. When you see people who look, sound, and think like you on the big and small screen, it feels validating. We talked with Zach Cobb and Aujie Baker, two budding creatives in the film industry about their love of the medium and how the stories they want to share will leave a positive impact on the world.
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*Trigger warning* - This episode mentions sexual assault.
It takes courage to stand up for something you believe in, especially when you've experienced trauma. Sophia Fifner never let fear or her past stop her from empowering and helping others. Her bold and triumphant journey will inspire you! Listen to learn more about Sophia's journey and how you, too, can become a brave philanthropist.
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