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Respect Circles - The PodcastSpecial Encore: Becoming A Deliberate ListenerFrom the beginning, our mission with Respect Circles has been to foster open communication, learning, and respectful dialogue. We’ve referenced the importance of deliberate listening, and we’ve specifically mentioned a popular past episode of Respect Circles about this subject. That’s why we thought it would be timely to present a special encore of that episode on becoming a deliberate listener, for listeners who haven’t yet heard that discussion, or as a refresher for long-time listeners to deepen their learning. Deliberate listening can dramatically improve the quality of our conversations and, in turn, our personal...
2023-04-2638 minRespect Circles - The PodcastTime to Call B.S.In our last episode, we looked back at some of our most impactful conversations and we talked about how we can put what we have learned into action. At the time we were recording, another school shooting had just occurred in Nashville, Tennessee, where three 9-year old children and three teachers were killed. We shared our frustration at the escalation of gun violence here in the United States, and the apparent lack of action to change it. In this episode, we decided to call B.S. on the complacency and lack of real action on this critical...
2023-04-1243 minRespect Circles - The PodcastCelebrating 50!It’s the 50th episode of Respect Circles, and we’re excited to take this opportunity to celebrate all the great conversations and guests we’ve had on the podcast the last year and a half! In this episode, we reflect upon some of our most meaningful lessons and share what we hope to carry forward from our learning. We want to thank each of you who has listened, subscribed and shared our podcast, and provided feedback and encouragement along the way. We’re looking forward to all the good that is possible as we continue to grow and ex...
2023-03-2939 minRespect Circles - The PodcastThe Pursuit of HappinessWhen we think about the documents that have framed and influenced our nation, there are few that are more important than The Declaration of Independence. While there were a number of edits and updates made to Jefferson’s original version, one thing that remained constant or consistent throughout were the rights that were given to all Americans for things like life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. For many years, researchers have studied the meaning of happiness, which has provided valuable clues to what it takes to live happy and healthy lives. Most recently however, reports have sho...
2023-03-1539 minRespect Circles - The PodcastConnecting Across Our DifferencesIn this episode, join us as we explore the cultural divide in our country and discuss what it means to be proud of who you are and where you come from. What do you hear when someone says they are proud to be black? And how does the meaning change if they are proud to be white? What’s possible if we learn to connect across our differences? This concept is an important part of our mission here at Respect Circles, and in this episode we deepen the discussion about the ‘whys’ behind the cultural divide and keep looking...
2023-03-0146 minRespect Circles - The PodcastSurvival & Forgiveness: Powerful Lessons with Dylan Pryor & Cory SpainOn today’s episode of Respect Circles, we are honored to be joined by guests Dylan Pryor and Cory Spain, as they share their perspectives of a tragic incident that happened 5 years ago in Lone Tree, Colorado. March 22nd, 2018 is a day that neither Cory or Dylan will forget, and in this episode, they share the events of that day and the powerful lessons they have learned from it, including the power of forgiveness, what true friendship really is, why adversity does not need to define you, and how to become better, not bitter, in the face of chal...
2023-02-151h 05Respect Circles - The PodcastWhen We Know Better, We Should Do BetterAt the time of this recording, it’s been two and a half years since the murder of George Floyd. As we kick off Black History Month in February, it feels relevant and timely to look back and to see what progress has been made since his death. We believe one of the ways we continue to create a more just society is to ensure all citizens are provided the same rights, protections, pursuit of happiness and justice that are still important to us...and to keep having the hard conversations about it. We also want...
2023-02-0136 minRespect Circles - The PodcastModern Friendship: Meeting People Where They AreToday we discuss our perspectives on friendship, exploring what it means to be a friend and what happens when what we give in a relationship feels out of balance. As we share our own personal experiences, we’ll talk about ways that each of us can show up as the best version of ourselves for the friends in our lives. How are you doing with our #MOVE365 initiative? Comment below and then share your efforts and successes on social media and tag us @respectcircles in your post. We’ll share your posts in our stories and may even give...
2023-01-1830 minRespect Circles - The PodcastGifts of the New YearHappy New Year! This time of year is such a fun time of gift giving and celebration with the people that we love, so today we thought it would be timely to share our perspectives on this timely topic. Gift giving looks different for everybody, and is very personal, so we hope that what we share today helps you be more intentional when giving, and receiving, gifts! Movement is medicine, and we all know we need to move more, which is why we’re introducing #MOVE365. We may have gotten out of the habit over the past 2-3 year...
2023-01-0434 minRespect Circles - The PodcastLooking Forward: So Much More To Talk AboutHere we are at the end of 2022, and in this episode, we take time to reflect on some of our topics this past year, as well as what we’re proud of at Respect Circles. We also look forward to what else is possible with this platform we’ve built, and to consider the conversations ahead this upcoming year. Looking forward, there are so many topics we want to talk about, including the importance of reducing the stigma associated with focusing on mental health, as well as how critical self-care and movement are to our overall well-being. In th...
2022-12-1431 minRespect Circles - The PodcastMoving Away From the Fringes: Who Voted For Herschel Walker and Why it MattersHere in the United States, we just held midterm elections that broke all kinds of expectations and historical trends. Although the house will have a Republican majority by a very slim margin, the “red wave” of wins that was projected across the country did not happen, even though typically the party of the sitting President does poorly in the midterms. In this episode, we’re going to dive deeper into what these results mean, and again talk about the divisions that exist in this country and the communication challenges that come as a result of this divide. Now mor...
2022-11-3038 minRespect Circles - The PodcastRespect in America: Where Do We Go From Here?Today we want to take some time to dive into the topic of respect in America, or the lack thereof, that we might be seeing and feeling these days. As we’ve shared, we started Respect Circles because we recognized a growing divide in this country, partially due to people not listening to each other or communicating effectively. We’ve seen the behavior and harm this has caused, and believe our podcast is one way to open up broader conversations, have respectful debates, and move things forward together. And we’re excited to share our latest nominees for our...
2022-11-2333 minRespect Circles - The PodcastLeadership Today: Creating a Post-Pandemic WorkplaceIt’s been an interesting and challenging time for business, companies, and organizations post-pandemic. The work environment changed, both throughout the pandemic and since, and both leaders and employees are trying to navigate this new world. How do companies re-engage their people, and how do workers gain the new skills that are necessary to operate in a changed workplace where remote and/or hybrid work is the new norm in many situations? Creating new ways of operating together presents both challenges and new opportunities. Today we share our thoughts about what we’ve learned throughout our own leaders...
2022-11-0936 minRespect Circles - The PodcastWe’re back! So now what?We’re back, and thank you for joining us once again! We took a break over the summer to recharge, regroup, and spend a little time with our families, and we’re so excited that we’ll again be bringing you thought-provoking and meaningful conversations, as we dive into some new topics on the podcast. We’ve both really missed having these conversations and we feel, more than ever, that helping people know how they can approach these topics with others is really needed, and we’ll be doing our own work as we continue on this path with y...
2022-10-2638 minRespect Circles - The PodcastRespect Circles: Lessons Learned and Looking ForwardIt was late last summer when we decided to expand our Respect Circles conversations to the airways by starting this podcast. Since that time, we’ve had some incredible guests and have covered topics that are so meaningful. Today we thought it would be fun to reflect back on some of our most memorable episodes, the ones that really stood out to us, and share what we’ve learned from them and the actions we’ve taken as a result. We want to share that we’ll be taking a pause after this episode with the podcast, for at lea...
2022-06-0139 minRespect Circles - The PodcastHope Loves Company: A Powerful Journey of Grief, Healing, and Helping Families Facing ALSToday we are joined by a very special guest, Jodi O’Donnell-Ames, as we learn about her journey and the amazing work she is doing to make a difference in the world and the lives of others. Jodi is a speaker, coach, author, and founder of Hope Loves Company - a non-profit organization with the mission of supporting children and young adults who love someone with ALS. Jodi’s story of caring for her husband as he lived with, and eventually passed away from, ALS is a powerful one. In this episode, she helps us open up a di...
2022-05-2644 minRespect Circles - The PodcastClimbing Your Second Mountain: Creating Joy and Leaving a Legacy In the Second Half of Your LifeDoes success breed happiness? And how do we live for a cause larger than ourselves, as we’re often encouraged to do? Today we are diving into answering these questions and exploring the concept of preparing to find true joy in the second half of your life, or as has been referred to as your “second mountain”. In this conversation, we talk about how natural it is to be longing for more at this point of our lives, and the importance of investing in relationships instead of accumulating more possessions and higher social status. In today’s episode, w...
2022-05-1847 minRespect Circles - The PodcastHow A Horse Can Improve Your Mental Health (Part 2)If you joined us last week, you’ll know we started a great conversation with two experts in the field of equine therapy and training, Alia Shahi and Becky Nibecker. This week we continue the conversation, learn more about their experiences, and explore how working with horses can be a gift to students, teachers, leaders, and to all of us who embrace this experience. Alia works for a non-profit organization called Reins of H.O.P.E. as an EAGALA certified Equine Specialist, assisting in providing equine assisted psychotherapy to at-risk youth and military personnel. She is cur...
2022-05-1135 minRespect Circles - The PodcastHow A Horse Can Improve Your Mental Health (Part 1)If you’ve ever felt the need to improve your physical or mental health, or you’re looking for a personal or professional development opportunity, we bet you’ve never thought of looking for help in a horse barn! Yet, the growing field of equine therapy is showing us that spending time with animals can be extremely beneficial to our well-being. In the first part of this special 2-part series, we welcome our expert guests, Alia Shahi and Becky Nibecker, as they each share the experiences and wisdom that they’ve gained from their fascinating work with horses. Alia wo...
2022-05-0426 minRespect Circles - The PodcastThe Path to Stronger Relationships - Getting Clear on Your EmotionsThis week on the podcast we’re continuing our discussion around what it takes to live a wholehearted life, based on the teachings of Brené Brown (if you haven’t yet listened to last week’s episode, we encourage you to check that out)! Today we’re going deeper around emotions and discuss the importance (in every relationship) of clearly naming and communicating what you’re feeling. It’s especially important when things feel uncertain or like they’re “too much”, as can often be the case in the times we find ourselves in right now. We’re excited to practice m...
2022-04-2738 minRespect Circles - The PodcastWholeheartedness - Living Life From a Place of CourageIn a recent episode, we spent time exploring what it means to live a quality life and how our choices, sacrifices, and perspective influence our own meaning of life. Today we’d like to go deeper with this conversation and look at what it means to live wholeheartedly, and share some steps we can take to move towards being more courageous in this pursuit. During this conversation, we often refer to the amazing teachings and philosophies of Brené Brown, including her “guideposts.” We both love Brené’s work and have spoken about it in past episodes of Respect Cir...
2022-04-2046 minRespect Circles - The PodcastThe CROWN Act: I Am More Than My HairEarlier this March the U.S. House of Representatives passed The CROWN Act, which bans any form of discrimination based on hairstyle or texture. We also recently witnessed one of the most qualified Supreme Court candidates, Ketanji Brown Jackson, complete her senate confirmation hearing. Though we heard a lot about her qualifications and her appointment was well-deserved, there was just as much chatter about her “sister locks.” This has been an ongoing issue for decades, if not centuries, and we just knew that we had to dive deeper into the topic of Black women in America, and the role that...
2022-04-1356 minRespect Circles - The PodcastPerspective: What Does Quality of Life Really Mean?What is the meaning of life? We have all heard this unanswerable question, but we often don’t take the time to reflect on what a good quality of life really is. In today’s episode, we thought we’d venture into a conversation on life and help give some perspective on this question that is so very important to everyone, particularly at this point of time. We want to share how we view quality of life, and to let you know how you absolutely are in control of how you look at life and the choices you mak...
2022-04-0638 minRespect Circles - The PodcastThe Evolution of the American Dream: How Has It Changed and Is It Still Attainable?Current statistics show that there are approximately 330 million people living in the United States, and according to our national ethos, we each live by the ideals that our freedom as American citizens includes the opportunity for prosperity and success. As well, it includes an upward social mobility for our family and our children achieved through hard work in a society with few barriers. However, what if all of this is out of reach for a large part of our population? In this episode, we want to explore the concept of The American Dream, and talk about if it is...
2022-03-3029 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastMicroaggressions: What They Are and Why They Are So DamagingOne of the many things we love about doing this podcast is that there is always more to learn and explore. Our mission is to share thought-provoking topics that help us all be better humans. One conversation at a time. Join us this week as we start a dialogue about microaggressions - words and actions directed at members of a marginalized group that are often offensive or unconsciously reinforce a stereotype. We’ll share examples and talk about ways to respond to these types of aggressions. As always, we love to hear your feedback. If yo...
2022-03-2334 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastFair and Inclusive Athletic Competition: Competing As a Trans AthleteWhile many of you have heard of Title IX, most people haven’t paid close attention to what it is and who is protected underneath it. In this episode, we’re looking at interpretations of this comprehensive law that removed many of the barriers that once prevented people, on the basis of sex, from participating in educational opportunities and the careers of their choice. During the past two administrations, the responsibility for applying this law shifted from the federal level to the states, especially as it relates to gender identity for transgender athletes. There is much...
2022-03-1631 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastPermission to Live Again - How to Move Forward and Live Your Life On PurposeToday on the podcast we thought we’d have a candid conversation about where we find ourselves, both mentally and emotionally, after two+ years of a pandemic, political and social unrest in our country, and watching the horrific events unfold in Ukraine. We felt it might be therapeutic for listeners (and for us!) if we had a conversation about how we’re doing right now, and to share some ways that we minimize and manage the impact of the pressures we’ve all been facing. There may be a lot happening in the world right now th...
2022-03-0944 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastThe Jewish Experience: Why is Anti-Semitism On the Rise?On today’s show, we welcome a special guest who helps us explore an area which we can all be more knowledgeable about. Listen in as we have a great dialogue about the Jewish experience, the rise in anti-Semitism around the world, and what is happening today. Tanya Schecter is a highly experienced leadership coach and consultant who focuses on relationship-based leadership and the author of Lead from Your Heart: The Art of Relationship-based Leadership among other writings. She’s been doing this work for over two decades and believes that all relationships are important, starting with the...
2022-03-0246 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastFreedom of Speech - How Much is Too Much?If you’ve turned on a television or looked at social media over the past decade, it’s hard to miss the discourse that’s taking place in our country. We as Americans pride ourselves in our rights in free speech, as spelled out in the First Amendment to the U.S, Constitution. However, lately there seems to be a lot of discussion around what should and shouldn’t fall under our rights to protected speech, which is why we wanted to dedicate an episode to this topic. In this episode, we look at how far we’ve gone to...
2022-02-2342 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastSpotlight on Learning: The importance of HBCUs with Alice Coleman and Dr. Rick MasonThroughout the month of February we are honoring Black History Month on Respect Circles, with featured episodes focused on the contributions made by Black Americans in our country. Today we’re excited to share information and insights about Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and the important role that they continue to play in our society. Many of today’s and yesterday’s notable figures have walked the campuses of HBCUs, including our very special guests, whom AJ is proud to call his friends. Dr. Richard Mason, who also goes by Rick, is a Professor and De...
2022-02-1644 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastChoosing Courage Over Comfort: Time to Speak UpToday we’re diving headfirst into a topic that we’ve been wrestling with, especially due to some recent events in the news. We’ve found ourselves just a little fired up, and we think that the timing just might be right to jump into a deeper discussion on this subject. Over the last couple of years, social tensions in the U.S. have brought much needed conversation around the topics of inequity and bias, as we discussed last week with our guest, Dr. Neal Siler. In this episode, we’re expanding on things and pulling back the curt...
2022-02-0947 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastSpotlight On Cultural Humility: The Process of Healing with Dr. R. Neil SilerToday is a very special episode, as we look back on the tremendous contributions of Dr. Martin Luther King, how he would feel about the changes we have made, and the current state of America 60 years later. Our expert guest is Dr. R. Neil Siler, who is here to share his wisdom and experiences on the impact of racial trauma on individuals, and to talk about ways we can move to a healthier state. Dr. R. Neal Siler is pastor emeritus of the First Shiloh Baptist Church, Mechanicsville, VA. He is a clinician, spiritual director, and founder of The...
2022-02-0243 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastHow to Become an Emotionally Intelligent LeaderAs we continue our look at what makes an effective leader, today we dive deeper into the concept of emotional intelligence and how developing it can contribute to your success as a leader and in life. Being results driven as a leader is crucial, but the skills known as emotional intelligence are just as important to be aware of as you work to bring out the best in yourself, and each and every person that you lead. In today’s episode, we reveal how you can nurture and prioritize your mental health, as well as what it means to be...
2022-01-2640 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastLeadership and You: How Do You Show Up?Today’s conversation is all about leadership, which we believe is such an important topic because everyone is a leader in their own way. With several decades of combined leadership experience, we want to begin a broader dialogue about why leadership matters and some of the lessons we’ve learned, along with resources that will be helpful in your own personal leadership journey. We want to stress that this conversation isn’t just for individuals that have a formal leadership title. We believe that there are always new things to be learned as we explore leadership in our da...
2022-01-1939 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastJanuary 6: One Year Later. What’s the state of our democracy?Last week in the United States, we acknowledged the one-year anniversary of the events that took place last January 6th, which we all see as a very dark day in our history. Horrific actions taken on this date have created even more division in our country, and today on the podcast we want to explore where we are right now and what it means moving forward, as we redefine what democracy really means to each and every one of us. As you’ll hear, we both think that ultimately being decent human beings and having a foundational un...
2022-01-1236 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastReflections and InspirationIn our final episode of Respect Circles for 2021, we take a look back at some of our learning and growth during the past year. We also reveal our personal goals for 2022, and share our vision for expanding our podcast and serving even more people. There is a lot of good happening in the world right now. We are so grateful for the opportunity to speak with you each week as we all gain new perspectives. We thank you so much for your support helping Respect Circles already become a top 5% podcast worldwide! Without you this wouldn’t be...
2021-12-2227 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastHuman KindnessAs we head into the holidays, we thought it would be a great time to share some things that are meaningful to us, as well as venture into a discussion on what we’re looking for as we head into a new year. Weighing on our hearts right now is pondering what it really means to be human, and how each one of us can strive to be kinder to the people that cross our paths. Ultimately, you can only control what you can control and how you show your heart to others, but if you’re able to love...
2021-12-1534 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastThe Power of the #GirlDadWhat’s it really like to be a “#GirlDad” in today’s world? Along with AJ, we are so excited to have two other fathers of young women as our guests on the podcast. On today’s episode, Matthew Cole and Kevin Wright share their perspectives, explore what fatherhood means to them, and answer important questions around navigating the journey of fatherhood in this day and age. We hope you find this episode informative and impactful and enjoy this conversation we had with Matthew and Kevin, whether you have daughters or not. We love to hear your feedback...
2021-12-0855 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastSpotlight On Generosity: How Greta Randolph’s Outreach is Impacting LivesAs we head into the holiday season, we recognize this time as one of celebration and being with family and friends. Yet, we also know that there are many people in our communities that continue to struggle with getting their basic needs met. Today we’re excited to share with you another one of our “Spotlights on Extraordinary People”, where we highlight people in our communities and share how they are making a difference in the world. Our guest for this episode is Greta Randolph, who is the Directional Leader of Outreach at Saint Paul’s Baptist Church in...
2021-12-0137 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastThe Power of GratitudeWe often hear that it’s important to live with gratitude, but with everything that is happening in our daily lives, how many of us actually stop to do this? As we’re preparing to celebrate Thanksgiving here in the United States, we thought it would be timely to take a pause and reflect on what we’re grateful for. We also reveal what the holiday means to us, and share some research that we’ve discovered on the benefits of a consistent gratitude practice. We love to hear your feedback! If you have a question or topic th...
2021-11-2437 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastThe Cost of Code-SwitchingOn today’s episode we’re exploring what code-switching is all about, and what happens when people feel the need to change their language and behavior to fit into certain environments. We’ll be talking about why code switching is practiced, the danger that exists when people feel that it’s needed, and what we all lose out on when people can’t show up as their authentic selves. As we continue to raise issues of diversity, inclusion, and equity, we hope you find this episode informative and actionable, as we believe these conversations are a critical part of the mosaic...
2021-11-1748 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastWhy is Everyone Talking About CRT?Today we explore a topic that has become a point of controversy in the U.S. and one we believe we can all benefit from understanding more broadly. Critical Race Theory, or CRT, is a graduate-level academic concept that is more than 40 years old, created by legal scholars in the late 1970’s. We both feel that we can use this week’s episode as an opportunity for all of us to learn more about CRT and discuss what it is and what it is not. We look forward to hearing your learning from this episode. We’re also p...
2021-11-1050 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastThe Power of HopeAfter what we’ve all been through collectively these past few years, today we wanted to have a discussion about hope, and the immense power that it can bring to our lives. In this episode, you’ll not only hear what hope means to each of us, but we share some practical ways in which you can start living a life filled with more hope at this very moment. We’re also pleased to share that listeners can now leave us a voicemail! Please drop us a line to say hello, or if you have a question or top...
2021-11-0338 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastListening Through Discomfort: What’s Here for Me to Learn?We’ve received some great feedback on our recent episode, Becoming A Deliberate Listener, where we spoke about the importance of listening and really being present with people. Today we’d like to take that conversation just a little deeper, and talk about the need to suspend judgment and focus on what we can learn from the person in front of us, even if we don’t agree. We explore examples of high profile individuals who have spoken out in a way that some find offensive and whether there is learning to be gained from those who make us uncomf...
2021-10-2730 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastChanging Demographics - What’s Different for Men?Looking back over the past 25 years or so, we have seen significant change in both the demographics in our country and the communities in which we live. Today, we scratch the surface on what has shifted for men in America and begin to explore what is driving behavior, especially in the last couple of years. This episode is a look at how to be better, both as men, women, and the mentors of the next generation, so that we can form a better, more inclusive, supportive, and forward-facing society. We’re excited to announce that listeners can no...
2021-10-2034 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastBecoming A Deliberate ListenerToday’s topic can dramatically improve the quality of our conversations and, in turn, our personal and professional relationships. In this episode, we discuss the importance of becoming a better listener, because so often we jump to our own biases and form judgments before truly processing what the other person is saying. What might be possible if we just listened more? Let’s find out! We’re excited to announce that listeners can now leave us a voicemail! Please drop us a line to say hello, or if you have a question or topic that you’d like us...
2021-10-1338 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastSpotlight On Courage: Vivian Doctora’s Leap of FaithToday we are excited to bring you another installment of our “Spotlights on Extraordinary People”, where we have conversations with people in our communities, and more importantly, share how they are making a difference in the world. Everyone has a story and we can’t wait to share this one with you. This episode features Vivian Doctora, an inspiring mother and wife who quite literally took a leap of faith to start her own business, realizing that there never is a “perfect” time to pursue your dreams. As you’ll hear, this life-changing decision has not only paid dividen...
2021-10-0631 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastSpotlight on Resilience: How Dziko Singleton is Paying It ForwardToday we are excited to begin what we’re calling our “Spotlights on Extraordinary People.” Where we’ll have conversations with people in our communities, and in yours and, more importantly, we’ll share how they are making a difference in the world. Everyone has a story and we can’t wait to share some of them with you. We’re so honored to introduce you to today’s guest, because she is someone who is using what she has learned on own personal journey overcoming addiction to significantly impact the lives of others. Dziko (pronounced ZEE-K...
2021-09-2933 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastWhy Are People So Angry?The topic we are venturing into today has really been on our hearts and minds, and the question is: why are people so angry at this point in time? Where do we draw the line between people being angry because they feel like their individual rights are being stepped on, and what’s needed to serve the greater good? This episode is an invitation for each of us to have courage in speaking up about what we feel is not right, and to have difficult conversations about issues that matter. If we all just avoid these types of...
2021-09-2225 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastReflections on 9/11 - What Have We Learned?This is a very special episode for us, as we’re recording it on the 20th anniversary of the events of September 11th, 2001 - a day that changed all of our lives. In this episode, not only do we want to reflect and share both of our own experiences from 9/11, but we also reveal some of the meaning that came out of that day for us. As always, we invite and welcome your input! Send us your thoughts on what you like about the podcast, what you want to see more of, and who we should invite in...
2021-09-1530 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastHave We Lost Our Humanity? with Rev. Dr. Lisa JohnsonFor Episode 2 of Respect Circles, we’re bringing you our very first guest, and we are so excited to be introducing you to her today. Dr. Alesia Johnson, or “Lisa” as she usually is called, has been an important part of Respect Circles since the beginning, and she always brings such wisdom and depth to our conversations (Lisa also happens to be AJ’s sister!) Lisa is a product of Richmond City Public Schools and retired from teaching in that same school system after serving and working for over thirty years. She is a certified Diversity, Culture Competen...
2021-09-0840 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastLet’s Talk About RespectIt’s the very first episode of Respect Circles: The Podcast, and we’re so excited to be starting this journey with you. Today you’ll learn what this podcast is really about, a little bit about us, and why we felt compelled to start a podcast at this time. Behind it all, we want this to be a place where we can come together and talk about things in an authentic, and sometimes messy, way, in a safe place, and to learn to listen for understanding and to gain new perspectives. We invite and welcome your input...
2021-09-0124 min
Respect Circles - The PodcastRespect Circles - Join A Movement of ChangeIn a world that can feel divided, we want to bring people together – to learn, to listen with our hearts, and to begin to see each other again. Our vision is to foster and elevate respect and learning while we talk about the real issues of the day. Join hosts Stephanie Colegrove and Alpheaus Johnson as we invite people in to share their stories and perspectives. Together we’ll get inspired to take action as we create a movement of change…one conversation at a time. We invite and welcome your input! Send us your thoughts on what yo...
2021-09-0101 min