Shows
Reaching Out with Alexandra AlmazNikelola Balogun:A Chameleon of the Arts!Nikelola Balogun, who is not only an artist of many talents, but also a world traveler, teacher, and one who likes to go against the grain. Similar to a pearl that goes against the grain, she is working to get to that place where she'll become iridescent.
2021-02-0859 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazLaNisa Williams:Bodacious Barista!LaNisa Williams, of Barista Life LA and Hustlers Cup is an incredible young woman. She learned what was needed and made her own path to follow her passion for coffee, brewing, and passing on her knowledge to others. You can find more info on her at: www.baristalifela.com, #baristalifela, #hustlerscup, and #blackinbrew.
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#TrueAthletes – TrueTalk: Der Podcast des Deutschen Leichtathletik-VerbandesFolge 7: Wie Annett Stein das DLV-Boot steuertGespräch mit DLV-Chefbundestrainerin Annett Stein
Für rund 500 Kaderathleten und über 100 Trainer übernimmt Annett Stein (55) zusammen mit Dietmar Chounard die Kapitänsrolle. Doch direkt nach ihrem Amtsantritt im Februar kam im März 2020 die dynamische Entwicklung der Corona-Pandemie und statt Planung war Krisenmanagement gefragt. „Wir mussten völlig neu denken, denn zu Beginn war nicht einmal Training für die Sportler möglich. Hinzu kam, dass die Hallen-WM verschoben wurde und danach die Olympischen Spiele auf das Jahr 2021 verlegt wurden. Wichtig beim Steuern des Bootes ist es, Vertrauen zu gewinnen.“
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2021-01-0728 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazLuce and Transracial Adoptions(part II)In this episode I talk about the movie "Luce" in relation to transracial adoptions. Mainly, I discuss the ideas of race, class, family, identity, and the assumptions that people make of others on those aspects. While the movie played out the ideas mentioned above, I felt that it did not really go deeply into any area. But, maybe that is what the director, Julius Onah, had wanted; to have a jumping point to start having these conversations about those very ideas and/or issues. So, let's start the conversations!
2020-12-3031 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazAfrican Adoptees in the US:Part IIn Part 1, I talk about international adoptions. Specifically, adoptions of African children/youth that have taken place over the years. Adoptees from Eritrea, Ethiopia, Nigeria, Burundi, South Africa, Morocco, among others. And delve into the issues of Trans-racial adoptions particularly in the US. The subject is not really known nor talked about by the parents or adoptees. You can go to www.npr.og to read more on the ban on foreign adoptions.
2020-12-2224 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazGemini Soul: One Super-fly Human and ArtistGemini Soul is an artist that is truly dedicated to his art. He's also dedicated to sharing his artistic abilities with young adults and younger generations so that they know their history and culture.
2020-12-081h 15Reaching Out with Alexandra AlmazAli Rahmaan: Kankouran Dance Co. ManagerI interview Ali Rahmaan, who is the Manager for kankouran Dance Company. Ali has been with the KDC both as a drummer and a manager. He brings another element to the dance company's long history and talks about why it's important to pass on the history and traditions.
2020-12-0153 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazLA Stories(part 2): Are You Ethiopian or Indian?In the second installment of my LA Stories series, I talk about my identity. Specifically, how my nationality had been invisible for many years. And, how the shift in the awareness of Africans in the US has caused people to ask a different question: are you Eritrean or Ethiopian?
2020-11-2425 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazAron Tadesse:Musician & Owner of Industry CafeAron Tadesse, a musician in his own right and the owner of Industry Cafe & and Jazz in Culver City has supported musicians and live music. He lives and breathes music and has brought live music to his restaurant for the last 15 years!
2020-11-1733 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazBaba Eziokwu: Leimert Park Tradition KeeperBaba Eziokwu, a staple of Leimert Park, has held west African traditions close to his heart for years. He has shared the traditions with countless youth and adults in the L.A. area and taught them the importance of self-knowledge and her/history!
2020-11-101h 06Reaching Out with Alexandra AlmazDr Carter:Prof. of Africana Studies, UofADr. Carter, a Professor of African Studies at the University of Arizona, surprised me during our conversation. Not only does he teach about African Studies but he is known for his work in Digital Culture. And, how that translates in engaging students in all things digital. You can find more info about Dr. Carter here: https://africana.arizona.edu/people/bryancarter.
2020-11-031h 05Reaching Out with Alexandra AlmazLA Stories:Part 1On this episode I talk about a few of the many experiences I've had living in L.A. Naturally, it's a huge city with so many languages, cultures, and food (my favorite)! Discovering the many parts of this large city and talking to a variety of people has given me the chance to learn about other cities and countries through their stories.
2020-10-2728 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazAdiam Tesfay: A Force To Reckon with!Adiam Tesfay, an incredible force to be reckoned with, is a community activist, mentor, and leader that's committed to her community- both small and large. You can see her in the youtube video, "Anti-Black Bias in the Habesha Community", as well.
2020-10-201h 11Reaching Out with Alexandra AlmazYonas Fikak: Dynamic Duo Part TwoYonas Fikak, the other half of "Anti-Black Bias in the Habesha Community", is an amazing young man who has given back to his community on many levels. You can check out his videos on youtube.
2020-10-1346 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazYikealo Kesete: One part of a Dynamic Duo!Yikealo Kesete, one part of a Dynamic Duo who have a youtube show: "Anti-Blackness in the Habesha Community". In these videos, YK and his partner, Yonas Fikak, talk about the conversations and honest dialogues that they carry out with other Habeshas about Blackness, identity, and cross-cultural misconceptions and biases. You can find their work on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4w860O1SWWA.
2020-10-0639 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazLayne Tadesse: Bonus EpisodePart II: In this bonus interview, Layne Tadesse (LT) talks about his music and the creative process behind the theme song. Again, you can go to his site: www.laynemusiconline.com to find more music and information on LT.
2020-10-0228 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazLayne Tadesse: Bonus InterviewPart I: Alexandra Almaz's Travel Adventures. I talk about my experience traveling to Prague, Czech Republic. It involves hair, language barriers and human curiosity. Part II: In this bonus interview, Layne Tadesse (LT) talks about his music and the philosophy behind the theme song. Again, you can go to his site: www.laynemusiconline.com to find more music and information on LT.
2020-09-2900 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazKissa Starr: Entrepreneur ExtraordinaireKissa Starr, an Entrepreneur extraordinaire, lives by her rules and her personal philosophy. In this interview, we talk about identity, hair, and what it means to live by one's own rules and not by how others define you.
2020-09-2200 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazAssane KonteIn this episode, I interview Assane Konte, who taught and guided several generations of dancers in the Washington D.C. area. We discuss dance, music, and stories and the why you can not have one without the other two elements. Kankouran, the dance company can be found at: www.kankouran.org.
2020-09-1500 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazPamela Anchang: The Voice for the VoicelessI interview Pamela Anchang, the founder of the Immigrant Magazine and so much more! She is an incredible human who gives the Immigrants a face to their voices. So, go to the site: https://www.immigrantmagazine.com and hear the many voices coming from across the US.
2020-09-0900 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazZelalem Limenih: A spiritual humanTo MP3 Converter Free (amvidia.com) In my interview with Zelalem Lemineh, we talk about identity, spirituality, and how they are interconnected in creating the former with an abundance of the latter.
2020-09-0100 minReaching Out with Alexandra AlmazLayne Tadesse:Eritrean-American Reggae SingerIn the first podcast, I interview Layne Tadesse, a reggae singer from southern California. We talk about music, art, and the importance of one's identity in relation to one's art and philosophy of life.
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