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Experiencing the profound loss of a spouse while navigating the intricate realm of "only-parenting" is a challenge unlike any other. Remember, though, you’re not journeying alone. Jenny Lisk, who stepped into solo parenting following the devastating loss of her husband to brain cancer, established the Widowed Parent Institute to shine a light, extend a hand, and share vital resources. The Widowed Parent Podcast embodies that commitment, providing a mix of hope, practical wisdom, and shared e ...
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Periodically Queer is produced by Umi Hsu and assistant-produced by Shei Yu; edited and engineered by Quincy Surasmith; scripted by Umi Hsu, Shei Yu, and Rozanna Leo-Fields; theme music by Analog Tara; episode music by Matthew Ivler, Umi Hsu, and Jacob Alden Sargent. Research by Sela Kerr. Copywriting by Sadie Buerker. Graphic Design by Saphir Davis and Maxwell Fong. Story consultation by Sayre Quevedo. Periodically Queer is a project by One Institute, the oldest active LGBTQ+ organization i ...
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“Heard!” hosted by Talib Jasir, the visionary founder of Afros & Audio is a pivotal platform celebrating the legacy and impact of Black professionals in the audio space. Join Talib as he connects with Black podcast professionals and audio experts, sharing valuable insights and forward-thinking ideas for the future of podcasting. “Heard!” opens a world where indie creativity meets industry insight. Each episode delivers practical advice, highlights current trends, and presents real opportunit ...
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Every great leader inspires, motivates and rewards their people for performance. Welcome to the People Strategy Forum podcast, a show that guides leaders to elevate the workforce. People are at the heart of successful organizations. Team members’ well-being and career development are essential. This show discusses practical and effective leadership strategies for top executives, senior professionals, and talent managers. Aligning employer and employee objectives is a must. Every team member ...
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I had such a great discussion with Sara Wingerath-Schlanger for this episode. Sara is from Tuesday’s Children, which was founded in the wake of 9/11 to serve families affected by that tragedy in 2001, including the 3,051 kids who lost a parent that day. Sara tells us they are one of only three nonprofits started because of 9/11 that are still opera…
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This week on Everyday Injustice, we have UC Berkeley Sociologist Stephanie Canizales - Faculty Director of the Berkeley Interdisciplinary Migration Initiative.Born and raised in Los Angeles – Canizales is herself the daughter of Salvadoran immigrants whose experiences growing up as unaccompanied youth in Los Angeles.She just published her first boo…
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Joining Everyday Injustice Podcast this week is Beth Shelburne, a journalist and writer with more than 25 years of experience. In 2023, a podcast series she created, reported and wrote called “Earwitness,” the story of Tofest Johnson.As described:Toforest Johnson is a father, a son, a brother. He was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. He has b…
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Managing in times of crisis requires a unique blend of leadership, strategic thinking, and adaptability as organizations navigate uncertain and volatile environments. This episode features Paul Falcone, founder of Workplace Leadership Consulting, who discusses the critical role of crisis management in today’s business landscape. With an extensive e…
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This week on Everyday Injustice we have Erik Altieri, the Interim Director of Campaigns for the Clean Slate Initiative.The Clean Slate Initiative passes and implements laws that automatically clear eligible records for people who have completed their sentence and remained crime-free, and expands who is eligible for clearance.Their vision: “People w…
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Is your company culture a mere accident, or a carefully crafted reflection of your organization’s core values? In this episode, Janine O’Neill, co-founder of ElevenX Talent, discusses the importance of intentional culture in driving company success. With a rich background, Janine combines her expertise in talent acquisition and innovation to addres…
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As AI continues to revolutionize various industries, its application in HR raises crucial ethical questions. Join Kathleen Jinkerson, Vice President of HR & Total Rewards Solutions at The Talent Company, as she explores the transformative potential of AI in HR. She highlights how AI can be leveraged to improve employee experiences and achieve organ…
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An organization can only yield great results if it builds and nurtures a high-performing culture – an environment where everyone thrives and is listened to. In this episode, Bryan Howard, author and CEO of Mercury Performance Group, talks about the six foundational elements of a dynamic corporate culture. He explains why creating the right growth m…
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This week on Everyday Injustice we have Insha Rahman, the Director of Vera Action, a non-profit organization that harnesses the power of advocacy, lobbying, and political strategy to end mass incarceration, protect immigrants’ rights, restore dignity to people behind bars, and build safe and thriving communities.Listen as Rahman talks about Prop 36…
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I had such a great discussion with Lisa Keefauver for this episode. You may know Lisa from her popular podcast, Grief is a Sneaky Bitch, and now she has a brand new book out by the same name. In this episode, we talk all about ambiguous losses, disenfranchised grief, how the three most important rules of scuba diving also apply to life—and, of cour…
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This week on Everyday Injustice we are joined by Ludovic Blain and Michael Daly of the California Donor Table.Ludovic was hired as CDT’s first full time staff-person in 2009. Michael Gomez Daly is the Senior Political Strategist for the California Donor Table.California Donor Table is a statewide community of donors who pool their funds to make inv…
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Human connection remains an elusive puzzle in a world increasingly dominated by technology. Jennifer K. Hill, Founder/CEO of OptiMatch and author of Stop Hoping… Start Hunting!, cracks the code of human connection with the People Strategy Forum. She delves into the transformative power of deep self-connection and its impact on building resilience, …
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In July, the book - Dismantling Mass Incarceration was released edited by Premal Dharia, James Forman, Jr and Maria Hawilo.The book, which is an anthology of literature on mass incarceration and criminal justice reform, offers a variety of approaches to confronting the carceral state.Everyday Injustice was joined by Maria Hawilo, one of the co-edit…
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Your value proposition is your company’s secret weapon, but how do you get it into the hands of the people who matter most? Simone Severino, the co-founder of Strategy Sprints, shares his insights on achieving market dominance while avoiding burnout. He outlines his value proposition for effective market entry, staying competitive, and becoming a l…
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Do you feel like your talent is going unnoticed? Explore the transformative power of integrated talent management. Join this episode as we welcome André Blom, the co-founder of the TMA Method and the CEO of TMA International. Andre shares his journey from working in international staffing to reshaping talent management by aligning individual capabi…
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This week on Everyday Injustice, we sit down with LaToya Mitchell, Navigator Project Manager, CA Bridge Program and talked about the innovative program that helps get people from ER into drug treatment and reduce annual drug overdoses.A few weeks ago, she was part of a rally at the California Capitol to push for a package of bills that would improv…
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This week Everyday Injustice discussed the death penalty with Nathaniel Batchelder. Batchelder has spent over 30 years working with Oklahoma Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty.He graduated from Oklahoma City University in the seventies. In 1984, he met the Sisters of Benedict who started the Benedictine Peace House, and he became involved there…
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1974 marked a tumultuous time in Boston where white parents of school children pushed back – at times violently against the use of busing as a form of integration.This year, marking the fiftieth anniversary, the Boston Globe carried an investigative retrospective.They found, “50 years after busing decision, a school system still unequal, still segr…
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Through the telling of the story about William Freeman, Harvard Historian Robin Bernstein effectively rewrites an historical narrative. Whereas the recent narrative had it that convict leasing and prison for profit began in the post Civil War South, the story of William Freeman shows that the for profit prison system actually began much earlier and…
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Technological innovations have found their way into almost all aspects of our personal and professional lives. However, society seems to be overusing and misusing them, which has led to an unhealthy amount of screen time for both children and adults. In this episode, the People Strategy Forum chats with Emily Cherkin, the Screentime Consultant. She…
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The secret to creating an agile startup is unbridled momentum. One of the things that hold startups back from fully achieving this is the sheer weight of the administrative burden that comes with building a business and managing growing numbers of people. This is where organizations like Vensure come in. Professional employer organizations or PEOs …
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This spring, the Bureau of Prisons announced they were shuttering the women’s prison at FCI Dublin – after it was rocked with revelations of sexual abuse and whistleblower retaliation that led to the former warden to be indicted and convicted.Families Against Mandatory Minimums (FAMM), a criminal justice advocacy group, has been coordinating legal …
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A decade ago, California voters passed Prop 47 which reduced the punishment of simple drug possession and petty theft to misdemeanors while raising the felony threshold from $400 to $950 for petty theft.From the start, the measure passed by the voters has garnered criticism from law enforcement and other tough on crime groups and has been blamed fo…
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Rahsaan “New York” Thomas grew up in the notorious Brownsville section of Brooklyn, New York, where he faced gun violence, bullying, redlining, abusive policing policies, generational incarceration, and drug infestation.He ended up with a 55 to life sentence. But while at San Quentin, he turned his life around and became a writer, curator, director…
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“Policing is violent. And its violence is not distributed equally: stark racial disparities persist despite decades of efforts to address them,” writes Texas Professor Michael Sierra-Arévalo in his recently published book, The Danger Imperative.In his book, Sierra-Arevalo delves into how police culture shapes officers’ perception and practice of vi…
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In today's competitive landscape, authentic leadership is no longer a luxury, it's a necessity. In this episode, seasoned management consultant and founder of Back West, Inc. J. Mike Smith dives deep into the concept of authentic leadership, exploring its key pillars and offering practical strategies for cultivating it within your own organization.…
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Several studies show that C-suite leaders are adversely impacted by substance dependency. Whether it is drugs, alcohol, or medication, this often-overlooked aspect of leadership leads to poorly performing and highly discriminative teams. In this episode, Char Miller of HR With A Heart discusses some effective strategies to address substance depende…
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Unlock your full potential and achieve your goals as a leader! Join us on the People Strategy Forum as we welcome Julie Miller Davis, productivity expert and founder of JMD Productivity Training. Julie shares powerful strategies to: Set clear goals and prioritize effectively. Break down large tasks and manage your time efficiently. Recharge and avo…
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In April, four incarcerated people at the Adult Correctional Institutions in Cranston, Rhode Island died. Everyday Injustice, spoke with Melonie Perez and Brandon Robinson from Direct Action for Rights and Equality (DARE), a non-profit that organizes low-income families in communities of color for social, economic, and political justice.Perez and R…
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In April, an unprecedented lawsuit was filed in the Supreme Court of California challenging the state’s death penalty statute as racially discriminatory and unconstitutional under the Equal Protection guarantees of the California Constitution.The filers which include the ACLU, LDF (Legal Defense Fund), and the Office of the State Public Defender on…
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I had such a great discussion with Ryane Moates for this episode. I love what Ryane is doing with her YouTube channel, Ryane to the Rescue, where she educates on all things home repair, yard care, and more that widowed people find themselves responsible for after the death of their partners. Ryane herself felt so empowered after she started learnin…
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Civil Rights Attorney John Burris announced a $7.5 million settlement against the Antioch, CA Police in the 2020 death of Angelo Quinto.Quinto, suffering from a mental health incident was killed when police held him in a prone position similar to George Floyd for over ten minutes despite pleas from his mother.John Burris said: “While no amount of m…
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Tired of a broken talent experience at your small business? Brad Voorhees, Founder of ScaleTx, joins the conversation to reveal the secrets behind crafting a winning strategy. In this episode, Brad shares his insights on how to identify your company's talent experience gaps, overcome resistance from leadership, and leverage your people's strengths …
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In her introduction to Dorsey Nunn’s book, Michelle Alexander quoted Toni Morrison: “Just remember that your real job is that if your free, you need to free somebody else. If you have some power, then your job is to empower somebody else.”Alexander notes, “I’ve known Dorsey for two decades. I’ve watched him grow and evolve into an extraordinary thi…
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Shannon Bohrer, served 27 years in the Marland State Police – but it was a case where he was an investigator that caused him to re-examine the criminal legal system.He wrote the book Judicial Soup which “examines the need for criminal justice reforms through a case in which an innocent person was found guilty of a crime he did not commit.”As his bo…
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One of the biggest challenges of running a business is keeping your most talented and trusted people. Developing a good retention strategy is vital in achieving success in your chosen niche, and it calls for a good relationship between the leader and the HR department. The People Strategy Forum chats with Kalyn Romaine, an organizational psychologi…
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How clear is the direction you have for the organization, for where you’re going? Do you have clear direction for your team? Research by Gallup over the last 30 years with 10 million managers shows that only 22% of employees think that their leadership team has set clear direction for the business. This concerning piece of information underscores t…
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Feeling like your boss speaks a different language? Is your team communication stuck on mute? This episode dives into the importance of clear communication and constructive feedback in the workplace. Communication expert Cari Jacobs-Crovetto emphasizes the need for mindful listening and authenticity from leaders. She explains the concept of “intuit…
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Do you believe people are the heart of successful organizations? This episode dives into the transformative power of putting people first with Terry M. Isner, a visionary executive coach and brand consultant. Terry discusses how he shifted his leadership style to embrace a people-centric approach, the benefits of trusting remote workers, and the im…
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Many leaders are stuck in their drive, unclear with their commitment, and pressured to deliver the best results at all times. What does it take to become a well-balanced leader who knows how to handle all aspects of a business, both positive and negative? In this conversation with the People Strategy Forum, Rich Bruno discusses the art of becoming …
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Today’s spotlight is on maximizing healthcare savings through data-driven benefits, which is crucial for any business striving for efficiency and employee satisfaction. We're joined by Kristen Russel, the visionary behind Fall River Employee Benefits, a firm revolutionizing how Colorado front-range employers approach health benefits. Kristen shares…
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When Michael Owens was an angry and traumatized young man, he committed a horrible crime and was sentenced to Life Without Parole (LWOP). For a long time, while in prison, he continued to engage in self-destructive behavior.But even while he has no guarantee he will ever see the outside of a prison again, Michael has been able to turn his life arou…
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One of the problems with mass incarceration is that we end up incarcerating people who at one point committed violent and dangerous crimes long past the point at which they are no longer a danger to society.The case of Arturo Luna is instructive, raised in a tough environment, he committed crimes at a young age. But now has become a mentor, become …
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I had such a great discussion with Jordan Arogeti for this episode. Jordan and her company have a new tool called Support Now. It’s a bit like a mashup of some tools you may be familiar with, such as CaringBridge, Go Fund Me, and online meal trains. But it’s SO much more than that. In preparing to speak with Jordan, I had an “Ah-Ha!” moment: Suppor…
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People-centric is a term that has been thrown around a lot recently, but what does it actually boil down to? Among other factors, pay has to be considered. After all, it remains to be one of the biggest motivators for employees, no matter what thought leaders might say. In this episode, we get to see what people-centric pay practices really look li…
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This episode brings you an insightful conversation on purpose-driven leadership, featuring exceptional thinkers Dr. Kumar Ramlall and Amit Ramlall, co-founders of the Chintan Project. Navigating their own unique journeys, Dr. Ramlall and Amit show how challenges become opportunities especially when aligned with purpose. Together, they discuss the t…
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This week on Everyday Injustice, we talk with Angie Gordon. Angie is a 39-year-old trans woman serving a 48-years-to-life sentence in the state of California. Convicted of multiple violent felonies in 2009; so, in April of 2024 she will have served fifteen years of her sentence.Before coming to prison, Angie was a high school dropout, but since her…
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Leaders are often left behind when it comes to discussions about mental health in the workplace. But there is no shortage of stories and anecdotes of leaders simply breaking down and crumbling because of internal and external pressures. We hear one such story in this episode with Shawn Lesser, who shares how his personal mental health journey led h…
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In this Afros & Audio's Black History Month interview series, Talib Jasir, CEO of Afros & Audio Podcast Festival, engages in a deep conversation with Latrice Sampson Richards, an accomplished podcast producer and mental health clinician. Discussing her journey as a mental health therapist to an award-winning podcast producer, the significance of in…
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In this interview between Talib Jasir, founder of Afros & Audio Podcast Festival, and Corey Gumbs, founder of Black Podcaster Association, they discuss the importance of representation and self-driven content in the podcasting industry. They address some common challenges faced by podcasters and how the association works to bridge the divide. Corey…
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