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Principled Leadership: Who's that leader in the MirrorReframing Diversity, Sacrifice, & Empathy, the 2023 Leadership Superpower we all need with Augy JonesSend us a textAugy Jones is currently Principal at NSCC's Akerley campus in Dartmouth. Previous to that, he was the Executive Lead Inclusive Education within the Nova Scotia Department of Education and the Director of the African Canadian Services Branch at the same Department of Education. Prior to his move back to his hometown, Augy was the Manager of Student Experience at St Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia. Augy would center himself as a person of African ancestry, an educator, a coach, a father, a husband and a privileged male. He has c...2024-11-2737 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 013 | Interview with Trevor Silver - Empathize Others: The PodcastThe community theme of this episode is definitely versatility. Founder and Creative Director of tREv clothing, Trevor Silver, takes time to share his personal success story…embedded in community-minded business savvy. I asked Trevor to be a guest on the podcast when we were both judging a junior high social studies contest. He is an intelligent young man who dropped out of law school to pursue his dream of combing art, fashion and entrepreneurial fire. tREv clothing is centered within the company acronym: trust, Respect, Educate, value. From a high school experience that bridged two traditionally tense communities, to ga...2022-05-2637 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 012 | Interview with Ron Lovett - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with Ron Lovett - Augy spends time with serial entrepreneur, author, organizational influencer and former bodyguard, Ron Lovett, to discuss how his community versatility as a youth shaped his career journey and his innovative corporate ideology. Ron is an award-winning businessman who has reached international notoriety with his community-centered approach to building (and growing) corporations. In this podcast episode, he chronicles his school days as a ‘connector’, his love of traveling, starting a private security business and eventually growing into an awareness of outrageous empowerment of his employees. Ron is presently the CEO of...2022-04-2153 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 011 | Interview with Jordon Croucher - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with Jordon Croucher - Augy catches up with former Canadian Idol and Juno Award winning R&B artist Jordon Croucher. JRDN has both Halifax & Toronto roots. His 2010 single “U Can Have it All” reached #5 on the MuchMusic countdown & his latest album “Ralph” has close to 1 million streams on Spotify. Jordon was also a fantastic basketball player who won back-to-back national university championship during his time at Saint Francis Xavier University. More importantly, many of JRDN’s songs and videos highlight his commitment to the communities he grew up in. Augy & Jordon have many intersections which energize their podc...2022-03-3145 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 010 | Interview with Floyd Kane - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with Floyd Kane - Augy sits down to film/TV writer & producer Floyd Kane. Floyd is garnering the attention of many in the television landscape as his legal drama "Diggstown" is receiving critical acclaim on both CBC and Fox networks. With his usual focus on community conversations, Augy listens as Floyd chronicles his deep connection to the historic African Nova Scotian community of East Preston, his experiences at the infamous Cole Harbour high school, his less than positive introduction to the work world in Nova Scotia and his steady rise to the top of the Canadian...2021-11-251h 01
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 009 | Interview with Peter MacKay - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with Peter MacKay - Augy has been connected to Peter MacKay in various ways. Peter’s brother Andy has been a lifelong friend, their parents intersect in both politics and community engagement, and Peter has a love for sports that he and Augy share. If you have been following Canadian politics from the late 90s to present day – Peter MacKay resonates as a key figure in national and international government portfolios. This podcast episode will purposely not focus on power and politics…but rather on the community commitment Peter developed as he grew up in Pictou County...2021-11-1150 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 008 | Interview with Dr. Chris Frazer - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with Dr. Chris Frazer - Augy worked at St Francis Xavier University with Dr. Frazer in 2018. Augy was the Director of The Diversity Engagement Center and was often in discussions with Chris pertaining to the LGBTQ+ students on campus. Chris is a highly rated History professor with a strong student-centred approach. He obtained his Ph.D. from Brown University and spent time lecturing at Harvard University as well. Chris hails from Calgary Alberta, was a championship lacrosse and hockey athlete and comes from a proud working-class background. Chris has had a community-based mindset from a young age and...2021-10-2844 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 007 | Interview with Michelle Jean-Paul - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with Michelle Jean-Paul - Augy met Michelle at NABSE2020 (National Assoc of Black School Educators) in Dallas, Texas. Michelle is from Winnipeg, Manitoba and discusses her diverse upbringing intersecting through culture, language, religion and education. She is currently the principal of a French high school and conducts research in educational equity. She accurately converses about teaching and community engagement techniques that have proven to effectively improve the school experience of marginalized students.Watch this Episode of EOTP on YouTube:https://youtu.be/rPEQ6YDMTfMFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/empathizeothers2021-10-1444 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 006 | Interview with Dion Walcott - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with Dion Walcott - Augy and Dion played in the classic Halifax Provincial Black Basketball Tournament in the early '90s. Dion was a Toronto baller just coming out of high school and Augy was a university all-star starting out his teaching career. They both speak fondly of this community/sport experience. The rich conversation that ensues is fueled by basketball and pivotal life memories that put into context the present-day work Dion does with empowering youth in Toronto. He is an urban culture consultant with MARTK'D and Yellowbrick...two companies that pair large companies with urban youth.2021-09-3044 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 005 | Interview with Folami Jones - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with Folami Jones - In this episode Augy gets a chance to showcase the story of his powerful younger sister Folami, who recently graduated from Law School. Folami is a staunch and dedicated community leader...following in the direct steps of her civil rights activist father, Rocky Jones. This light-hearted chat between brother and sister highlights Folami's sense of community from suburban life in Bedford, NS to the hustle & bustle of raising a family (and going to school) in Toronto, Ontario. She is a passionate supporter of African Nova Scotian culture, 'sisterhood' and the inherent social rights that...2021-09-1641 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 004 | Alfred Burgesson Interview - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with Alfred Burgesson - Augy sits down with Alfred to discuss the making of this talented entrepreneurial power force. Alfred's family came to Canada from Ghana and settled in Port Hawkesbury, Nova Scotia. He outlines the heavy community adjustments he had to make from an early age...and how that experience honed his social versatility skills. Alfred went on to attend Halifax Grammar school and Saint Mary's University. It is during this academic period of his life that he realized his love for building community-oriented businesses. Alfred is now on the national stage as a leader...2021-09-0240 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 003 | Kate MacDonald Interview - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with Kate MacDonald - In this episode Augy engages in a beautifully passionate conversation with Halifax, Nova Scotia's dynamic Kate MacDonald. Kate is deeply committed to community engagement through art, music, activism and authentic 1st-voice communication. Her diverse sense of community grows out of the wide variety of people who helped to 'raise her up'. Kate refers to a succession of mentors, organizations, teachers and community 'safe spaces' that helped her navigate the complexities of race, class and gender. Kate uses her clear vision of her past to strongly advocate and teach the next generation of Halifax, Nova...2021-08-1945 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 002 | DeRico Symonds Interview - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with DeRico Symonds - Augy connects with DeRico to delve deeper into the mindset of this multi-talented community leader. DeRico speaks of his home community of Bayer's Westwood Public Housing ("The Pubs") in Halifax, Nova Scotia - and how it laid the foundation for his continued love for community issues. DeRico reflects insightfully on his student-athlete journey, the spark that energized him to take on community-oriented jobs and the importance of utilizing social media in an effective manner.Watch this Episode of EOTP on YouTube:https://youtu.be/B8Z4a81NNic2021-08-1343 min
Empathize Others: The PodcastEOTP 001 | Steve "Coach K" Konchalski Interview - Empathize Others: The PodcastInterview with Steve Konchalski - Augy and Steve have been closely connected since Canada's "Coach K" recruited him to StFX in 1986. Their conversation focuses on much more than Steve's five decades of Canadian basketball. Coach K discusses what community means to him as he reminisces on his legendary career. This thoughtful reflection takes us from his roots in New York City to Wolfville, Nova Scotia (Acadia University) and ultimately to his long-term hometown community of Antigonish, Nova Scotia (Saint Francis Xavier University)Watch this Episode of EOTP on YouTube:https://youtu.be/pjFJw5CXFfY2021-08-1339 minEmpathize Others: The PodcastEOTP | Intro to the Podcast with Augy JonesIntro to the Podcast with Augy Jones - Augy introduces his audience to the development of "Empathize Others" as a brand, and more specifically the focus of the podcast element. He is excited to turn the spotlight on community leaders who he feels epitomize the true nature of selfless support of 'others'. He hopes that the podcast audience will feel the energy of his guests and use it to engage with their own communities. Augy wants Empathize Others: The Podcast to be a continuous, feel-good experience.Watch Episodes of EOTP on YouTube:...2021-08-1306 min