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The Non Profit Podcast NetworkNon Profit News Pod: The Inaugural Philanthropy Summit is SOLD OUT!I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please send me a text...What makes an event sell out six weeks in advance? How? Kelly Seifkin, the Chief Philanthropy Officer of the Sacramento Region Community Foundation takes us behind the scenes, revealing the meticulous planning and collaborative efforts that made this groundbreaking event a must-attend for the philanthropic community. From its inception to execution, Kelly shares how the summit created an unprecedented buzz, emphasizing the community's hunger for education and connection.The diverse topics being tackled at the summit, range from planned giving pr...2024-09-2305 min

10X Capital PodcastE86: Investing $20+ Billion for Nonprofit Institutions - Michael MillerMichael Miller, CIO at Crewcial Partners, sits down with David Weisburd to discuss how nonprofit institutions invest, how they think about portfolio construction, and how they manage liquidity. (0:00) Introduction to Michael Miller and Crucial Partners (1:57) Investment Target Allocation Overview (3:41) Nonprofit Investment Strategies and Distribution Requirements (6:42) Private vs. Public Equity: Balancing Long-term and Short-term Investments (9:08) Asset Management Approach: Discretionary vs. Nondiscretionary (10:35) GP/LP Relationships and the Importance of Transparency (12:25) Embracing Inefficiency and Capacity-Constrained Managers (14:47) The Role of Sticky Capital in Asset Management (16:19) Leveraging Client Base to Access Top Managers (17:27) Understanding the True Priorities of LPs (19:01) Venture Capital in the Face of...2024-08-1536 min

How I Invest with David WeisburdE86: Investing $20+ Billion for Nonprofit Institutions - Michael MillerMichael Miller, CIO at Crewcial Partners, sits down with David Weisburd to discuss how nonprofit institutions invest, how they think about portfolio construction, and how they manage liquidity. (0:00) Episode preview (1:14) Overview of Crewcial Partners (2:18) Portfolio breakdown across private assets (3:23) Investing in asset classes when they’re out of favor (4:41) Managing portfolio liquidity (6:42) Optimization of private and public equity exposure (7:33) Role of fixed income in the portfolio (8:44) Diversification strategies of top LPs (10:00) Investing discretionary and nondiscretionary assets (11:12) Embracing inefficiency (13:25) Securing GP allocations (15:22) Manager selection (17:27) Understanding LP psychology and priorities (19:01) Political activism in VC (22:25) Fund distributions and liquidity (24:44) Investment committee dynamics at no...2024-08-1536 min

CREWcial ConversationsThe TableOn this Episode of Crewcial Conversations. Jayvion sits down with some of the members of the Table. A student-organized Bible study in the Noble County area. During this conversation, they discuss the heart behind this ministry as well as how God has used it in their lives. If you are a High School looking to get involved check out this podcast! You can also find them on Instagram at the.table.youth. 2024-02-0722 min

Dakota Live! PodcastDakota Live! Podcast: Breaking Down Hedge Fund Investments with Crewcial PartnersJames Bell, Consultant and Director of Hedge Fund Research with Crewcial Partners joins the Dakota Live! Podcast to take us through his twenty years of experience in hedge fund investing, and how he and his colleagues at Crewcial Partners underwrite their hedge fund portfolio for their clients. Founded in 1980, Crewcial Partners is an independent investment advisory and OCIO firm focused on providing customized investment advice to non-profit institutions. Crewcial is a boutique firm by design and the benefits are realized throughout their manager research process. Learn how James and the Crewcial manager research team maintain a deep familiarity with e...2023-12-1359 min

CREWcial ConversationsWe Believe In Youth WeekWhen was a time that someone believed in you? We Believe in Youth Week is a week dedicated to supporting the Youth in our community! Join us this episode at Jared, Luke and Nate from our Partners at Youth For Christ host this episode of Crewcial Conversation to discuss what this week means and why it’s so important to encourage and lift up the youth in our lives! 2023-11-1322 min

The Growth Playbook#211: Don't Steal This B2B Sales Blueprint Unless You Want To Double Your RevenueSubscribe to the Growth Forum Newsletter and Click Here 👉 https://www.growthforum.io/newsletterSales OS is a step-by-step operating system to rapidly grow your revenue while slashing your selling hours in half: https://growthforum.io/In episode #122 of How to Sell, we sit down with Michael Miller, the Chief Investment Officer of Crewcial Partners. Michael shares his journey in the investment sector and how he secured a remarkable $500 million account from a client. Drawing from his extensive 23 years of experience, Mike emphasizes the significance of relationship building and trust in the world of sales.2023-08-0126 min

CREWcial ConversationsIs Summer Vacation Important?On this episode of CREWcial Conversations Our Site Coordinator Chris sits down with a couple of our guys to talk about Summer Vacation. They discuss topics such as the Influence of social media and how it has changed summer break, and whether to get a job or enjoy your summer for as long as possible. They also gave advice for those teens who may be getting a first-time job and some ideas for local students who want to get involved in something fun this summer. 2023-05-1237 min

CREWcial ConversationsMusic and it's Influence.Music is such an influential part of our culture but many people are divisive over genres, especially the topic of Rap. In this episode of Crewcial Conversations, Kaseem sits down with Kevin A.D., Jeremy, and Ray about the influence of music in our lives and some opinions on Rap. They also discussed generational divides in music, artist recommendations, how God uses music no matter what genre as well as how we can support artists in our lives. To hear more from Kevin A.D and Kassem you can check out their work here: https://linktr.ee/kevinadofficial?utm_s...2023-04-1733 min

CREWcial ConversationsEducation And The Pressures That Come With ItOn this episode of Crewcial Conversations Andrea sits down with Anna, Em, and Paisley to discuss their different experiences with education and some pressures that teenagers face every day. 2023-01-2342 min

CREWcial ConversationsThe Purpose and Vision of CREWcial ConversationsIn this episode you will hear all about why we started this podcast, the vision of the podcast, why we chose the image, name, and even the beat to the podcast. You get to hear from our Program Director (Andrea Farren), two board members/volunteers (Kaseem Dennison & Chris Streb), and one student (Jayvion Stokes). 2022-11-2213 min

CREWcial ConversationsMind Your Business: A Woman's Right to Choose- Season 2 Episode 19The ladies discuss #Young Miami’s sign decision, Roe v. Wade, and the choice to take a girl’s trips. Leave a comment and let us know your thoughts. #roevwade #betawards2022 #diddy #girlstrip --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2022-06-301h 10

CREWcial ConversationsThe Communication Gap Between Men & Women- Season 2, Episode 18If you missed the live, tune in as the ladies discuss the communication gap amongst the genders. Due to technical difficulties, the ladies couldn't join their male guest. Expect a male's perspective in part 2 of the conversation. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2022-06-1630 min

CREWcial ConversationsTruth, Hate, or Hypersensitivity: Homophobia in the CommunityThis week the ladies discuss the backlash Dave Chappelle received from a recent homophobic joke in reference to his attacker's weapon choice. Has canceled culture gone too far & are we taking the comedy away from comedians? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2022-05-2654 min

CREWcial ConversationsThe Legacy of Kevin Samuels- S2, Episode 16Listen in as the ladies discuss the untimely death of Kevin Samuels & a sidebar discussion about Ari Fletcher's parenting choices. #kevinsamuels #modernwomen #arifletcher --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2022-05-1252 min

CREWcial ConversationsFaking Orgasms- Season 2, Episode 15By now you've seen the interview with DJ Envy & his wife Gia. Everyone has something to say about her faking orgasms & we did too. Tune in as we discuss faking orgasms & a few wants of women. #djenvy #giacasey #fakingorgasm #sextalk #relationship --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2022-04-281h 00

CREWcial ConversationsTill Death Do Us Part: The Christian "Toby" Obumseli Discussion- Season 2, Episode 14The ladies take their group chat to IG Live discussing the death of Christian Obumseli. Self-defense or a homicide? Do we still support a man who at a period of his life held no regard for black women? The conversation shifts to talk about Cam Newton's differentiation of a "bad bitch" and women. #christianobumseli #camnewton # badbitch --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2022-04-141h 17

CREWcial ConversationsThe Buck Stops Here: Breaking Generational Curses- Season 2, Episode 13Tune in as the ladies discuss generational curses the culture needs to break away from. Leave a comment with any you've broken, or feel should be added to the list. In this week's Food for Thought (F4T), Kay discusses the benefits of remote work for employees and employers and the possible reasons why some employers want to end remote work after 2 years of success. https://www.viccarbe.com/spaces/advantages-and-disadvantages-of-teleworking-or-telecommuting/ https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2020/12/09/how-the-coronavirus-outbreak-has-and-hasnt-changed-the-way-americans-work/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2022-03-311h 02

CREWcial ConversationsLet's Get In Formation: Women Supporting Women Feat. Kyndra- Season 2, Episode 12Tune in as the Crew discuss sisterhood & all things in between with ATL Comedian, Kyndra Crump. In this week's Food for Thought (F4T), Kay discusses the Russian invasion of Ukraine and the war for public opinion, especially with people of color given Ukraine's neo-nazi presence and Russia's history of exploiting racial tensions. https://fair.org/home/calling-russias-attack-unprovoked-lets-us-off-the-hook/ https://www.democracynow.org/2022/3/4/far_right_ukraine_holocaust_memorial_neo https://foreignpolicy.com/2020/07/06/when-it-comes-to-americas-race-issues-russia-is-a-bogeyman/ https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-56720589.amp --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2022-03-171h 03

CREWcial ConversationsThe Dos & Don'ts of Getting Over a Breakup- S2, Episode 11Listen in as the ladies discuss the dos & don'ts following a breakup. In this week's Food for Thought ( F4T), Kay discusses the potential reasons why young men and boys have been statistically falling behind in many areas to include education, employment, health. https://boycrisis.org/ https://www.familyeducation.com/life/gender-differences/why-boys-struggle-school https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2021/10/09/boys-falling-behind-how-schools-must-change-help-young-males/5913463001/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2022-03-031h 18

The Table With Neshia Nicole And Christopher DallasDating Single Parents: A Crewcial Conversation #29This episode Neshia Nicole and Christopher Dallas are joined by Joy from the Crewcial Conversations @crewcialconversations podcast to discuss dating single parents. They discuss an array of viewpoints around the topic as well as how preferences may change over time. In addition this week's Buzz is about clowning around on Tinder, but not in the way you're thinking. Please remember to share the show and like and subscribe on Spotify and Apple Podcast. Send us your questions or feedback to askthetablepod@gmail.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-table-atldc/support 2022-03-011h 05

CREWcial ConversationsTake It To Da House: Real Estate Tips for Homebuyers-Feat. Joy A.-Season 2, Episode 10This week the ladies provide tips for home ownership with licensed DMV Realtor, Joy A. Johnson. Listen is as they discuss: - Choosing a realtor (8:20) - The current housing market (16:33) - Why rent? (21:51) - Loan programs (25:00) - New build vs. Resale Homes (35:16) - Loan vs. Deed (49:33) - Advise for buyers & sellers (1:03:20) Guest Information: Joy A. Johnson IG: @Joy.A.Johnson Website: linktr.ee/joy.a.johnson. In this week’s Food for Thought, Kay discusses the lack of diversity in judgeships in the Federal court system throughout American history amidst the upcoming nomination of the first black woman Supreme Court Ju...2022-02-171h 33

CREWcial ConversationsLeave It In 2021: Men's Bad Habits & Trends- Season 2, Episode 9Last episode, we heard @matchmyeffort list of bad habits & trends women should leave in 2021. Now it's our turn to return the favor & list things we feel men should leave in last year. The list goes a little something like this: 1. Give #KevinSamuels his thoughts back (1:10) 2. The phrase #modernwomen (1:50) 3. Be upfront about your expectations when dating (3:30) 4. Stop faking like you are high value (4:36) 5. This is not a competition (6:20) 6. Patchy & painted beards are a no go (7:51) 7. #LegDayMatters (10:58) 8. Skinny Jean Feens (12:45) 9. Why so bitter? (16:31) 10. STOP DEGRADING BLACK WOMEN!! (18:10) In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses how mass incarceration is a big business...2022-02-0329 min

CREWcial ConversationsLeave It In 2021: Women's Bad Beauty Habits & Trends Feat. David- Season 2, Episode 8On this episode, the ladies brought their friend David @matchmyeffort, to discuss 10 things he feels women should leave in 2021. Listen in as they discuss: 1. Eyelashes 2. Unkept Wigs & Weaves 3. Excessive Makeup 4. Nails 5. Rainbow Colored Hair 6. Tattoos above the neckline 7. Oldly Shaped Eyebrows 8. Unhealthy Fitness Habits 9. Excessive Body/Face Enhancement 10. Entitled Mindsets In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses how states have criminalized common teenaged behavior where seemingly minor violations push kids, especially black and brown kids, into the school to prison pipeline. Criminalizing adolescent behavior burdens not only kids but their families as well. https://www.vera.org/blog/gender-and-justice-in-america/ho...2022-01-201h 47

CREWcial ConversationsHow A Man's Relationship With His Mom Impacts His Relationships- Season 2, Episode 7Tune in as the ladies provide a woman's perspective of the infamous "momma's boys". In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the importance of voting in local elections, why controlling the House of Representatives in 2022 is critically important, and the underhanded right-wing strategy to steal the presidency in 2024. https://yaledailynews.com/sjp/2021/08/28/more-than-just-a-mayor-the-importance-of-voting-in-local-elections/ https://thomhartmann.medium.com/the-racist-republican-party-has-nothing-left-but-voter-suppression-85b94f2abec https://www.milwaukeeindependent.com/thom-hartmann/perpetuating-trumps-big-lie-republicans-setting-stage-anther-insurrection-2024/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2022-01-063h 06

CREWcial ConversationsRed Flags: Things to Avoid in Relationships, Friendships & the Workplace- Season 2, Episode 6This week The ladies discuss friendship (1:13), relationship (14:21), & workplace red flags (52:34). Listen in as the ladies discuss their reasons for ignoring the previously mentioned flags (1:05:13). In this week's Food for Thought, Kay gives a brief overview of the causes of inflation to include the pandemic and oil executive greed.(1:10:54) https://www.forbes.com/advisor/investing/why-is-inflation-rising-right-now/ https://www.clasp.org/blog/how-inflation-reinforces-economic-disparities https://www.google.com/amp/s/fortune.com/2021/11/16/inflation-is-not-good-for-the-poor-biden-gustavo-flores-macias-cornell/amp/ https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.latimes.com/business/story/2021-11-10/inflation-has-spiked-dont-worry%3f_amp=true https://amp.theguardian.com/business/2021/dec/06/oil-companies-profits-exxon-chevron-shell-exclusive --- Support this podcast: https://a...2021-12-231h 27

CREWcial ConversationsPut A Ring On It: Giving Married Benefits While Dating- Season 2, Episode 5What's the delineation of boyfriend vs husband benefits? Listen in as the ladies give there perspective on: - defining husband benefits (2:00) - recognizing false representation (16:41) - why buy the cow when you can get the milk for free? (33:01) - who wants to grow old alone? (36:06) - marriage, then comes the baby in the baby carriage right? (39:01) - what's the benefits of getting married? (43:45) In this week's Food for Thought, Kay runs down the data and statistics that show how most mass shooting perpetrators also have a history of domestic violence. http://jaapl.org/content/early/2020/02/05/JAAPL.003929-20 https://everytownresearch.org/r...2021-12-091h 12

CREWcial ConversationsModern Women: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly feat. Frody- Season 2, Episode 4Join the ladies & guest, Frody of Outta Box Podcast as they discuss modern women: the good, the bad, and the ugly. - defining the modern woman (4:21) - modern women don't need a man for?...(8:56) - traditional vs. modern (16:25) - wanted vs. being needed (39:41) - Effects of parents (47:06) - we need a resolution (59:32) - toxic person or just toxic behavior? (1:07:08) - Men, raise your standards (1:13:54) In this week's Food for Thought, Kay provides the data and statistics that show how most mass shooting perpetrators also have a history of domestic violence and how we can reduce mass murders by viewing and t...2021-11-251h 27

CREWcial ConversationsWhy Do Women Let Nice Guys Finish Last? - Season 2, Episode 3Do nice guys really finish last? We discuss in this week's episode. Join us as we go over why women may overlook the nice guy: - Swagless (1:31) - Not assertive (5:44) - Fail to lead (8:26) - Not known to be protectors(10:18) - Good ole Russell Wilson (15:04) Of course we give our own preferences (16:48). - Choosing pre-selected men (20:54) - Redefining "womanizer (21:29) - Call/text limits (29:49) - Keep us on our toes (33:39) What's so good about bad boys (36:31)? As we mature so does our preferences (38:43). Can discuss the love for bad boys without bringing up Ciara & Jada (41:52). We end the conversation with advice...2021-11-111h 03

CREWcial ConversationsWhat Wins the Race on Aging Gracefully: Lifestyle vs Gender feat. Beny Blaq- Season 2, Episode 2They say men age like fine wine and women age like spoiled milk. Join in on this discussion as we break down the role gender & lifestyle play in the aging process. - Men are allowed to age (6:03) - Do men age more gracefully? (9:57) - Beard gang for the win (no relevance but so CREWcial) (15:09) - Why women age faster...(17:39) - but live longer (22:24) - Tips to aging gracefully (29:37) - Redefining "old" (46:01) - What's the Crew's preference..older or younger? (54:56) - The Crew's fitness motivation (59:33) - Better health= better sex life (1:05:09) In this week's Food for Thought (F4T), Kay provides...2021-10-281h 24

CREWcial ConversationsIt's Our Podversary: A Year of Crewcial Conversations Feat. Beny Blaq- Episode 1This episode is so CREWcial. Join the ladies as they celebrate their year podversary! Hear the highs & lows, episode recaps & how they turned their pandemic zoom calls to a platform providing relatable content & good entertainment!! Thanks to everyone for rockin' with us! The best is yet to come. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2021-10-141h 02

CREWcial Conversations#RELATIONSHIPGOALS v.s. Goals for Relationships- Episode 31This episode The CREW talk the difference between setting relationship goals & hashtagging #relationshipgoals! Listen in as the ladies discuss: - their childhood relationship goals (3:41) - the effects of trying to emulate couples (11:11) - Joy gives insight on her views of U.S relationships (15:30) - are #relationshipgoals problematic? (17:40) - current date couple goals (21:50) - goals set for your relationship (36:20) - nothing wrong with a little sex ed training 😉 (39:52) -are you able to be friends after a relationship ends? (47:20) -DON'T SETTLE (57:52) In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the growing opiod addiction crisis in the black and brown community, the root caus...2021-09-301h 14

CREWcial ConversationsRelationship Status: The Effects of Social Media- Episode 30This episode had the ladies somewhat divided on their views of the effects of social media. Listen is as they discuss Social media's influence on relationships (3:31) Scroll addiction (10:34) Say no if you're insecure (13:04) Faux "relationship goals" (15:29) Be present in the moment (20:25) Excessive partner posts (22:31) Would you unfollow for love? (27:19) Snooping (32:21) SM love letters (36:15) Side chick superpower (38:06) When is it ok to post your new boo? (40:20) Don't post your personal biz (44:41) To follow or not to follow an ex (46:02) Joint SM accounts??(52:50) In this week's Food for Thought (F4T), Kay talks about how the Internet is rewiring our brains as...2021-09-161h 06

CREWcial ConversationsSpending Bands for Likes and Fans: Consumerism & Materialism- Episode 29Money talks but sometimes it talks its way right out of our hands. Listen in as the ladies discuss two terms that seem to go hand in hand, consumerism & materialism. (4:30) What makes a person materialistic? (18:09) Fake it til you make it (23:35) Black buying power/support minority businesses (29:09) Haves & the have nots (32:01) Prioritize your needs & your wants (35:46) The power of marketing (45:34) Are women the cause of men's frivolous purchases? (47:16) Let me upgrade you (50:38) Looking good on a budget (54:09) Designer talk In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses why knowing history matters and uses the American occupation of Afghanistan as a...2021-09-021h 09

CREWcial ConversationsKeep That Same Energy: Life's Sexual Double Standards feat. Torae- Episode 28The Crew invited a +1 to take a deeper dive into this week's CREWcial Conversation on gender/sexual double standards that plague our society. Joining us for this episode is the one & only Torae "The Tor Guide" to share his perspective & to shed light on a few societal standards we need to rectify. Listen is as we discuss: (1:40) Multiple baby mothers vs fathers (8:42) Men get Sexual Abused,Assaulted, & Harrassed too (26:12) Dear Judge, Women Ain't Always Right (35:06) Domestic Disputes (42:10) Polygamy & Polyamory (53:12) Cheating Forgiveness (1:04:08) "He's Emotional"...& that's ok (1:06:57) Gender Neutral Toys, Attire, Pronouns (1:12:15) BBW (1:21:30) Boss Women (1:28:22) Gender Wars (1:32:44) In this week's Food for...2021-08-191h 43

CREWcial ConversationsHe's a Classic Man: Women's Preferences in Men's Style- Episode 27Join the Crew's discussion on male fashion trends. The ladies are in rare form as they debate on: Power Suits vs Easter Suits (4:55) Male hairstyles (6:02) Jean cut (10:00) Shoe game (16:54) Murses/Male bags (17:50) Bargain shoppers (19:33) Male fashionistas (24:37) Collegiate looks (30:41) Body hair or nawh? (32:51) Short men pressures (33:53) How to address a bad fit (37:02) Furs (42:45) #Beardgang (44:20) Piercings (48:22) In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses unemployment, work conditions, and why we have a current labor shortage (50:33). https://www.pewresearch.org/social-trends/2020/09/24/economic-fallout-from-covid-19-continues-to-hit-lower-income-americans-the-hardest/ https://www.npr.org/2020/07/27/895674685/-600-a-week-poverty-remedy-or-job-slayer --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2021-08-0556 min

CREWcial ConversationsLet's Unlock Girl Code- Episode 26Tune in as The Crew unlocks girl code. Hear the different perspectives on the following codes: (1:42) If I ever dated him, he's off limits. (6:10) Friend informants (7:54) Keep that shit anonymous (11:20) Support the relationship regardless of your thoughts (12:19) Friends shouldn't have to compete with your man (13:12) Secrets have no expiration date (14:48) Keep it 💯 (17:02) Sibling boundaries (19:26) Loose lips sink ships (26:49)If I don't like her...we don't like her (30:51)Platonic friendships with your ex (38:41) Violations (39:57) Is girl code extinct? In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the Supreme Court's assault on our voting rights and our democracy with their recent rulings to...2021-07-2255 min

CREWcial ConversationsDear Bitter Man, Why You So Mad?- Episode 25Listen in to this Crewcial Conversation regarding the epidemic of bitter men. The ladies give tell tell signs of a bitter man (0:55). Who is to blame & the ring leader (10:02)? Men, our equality is not your oppression (13:12). Is there a cure for bitteritis (20:06)? If we are discussing bitter, we must discuss Kevin Samuels (23:02). What are the long-term affects of bitter men for our community (26:04)? Can you be bitter & an alpha male (27:07)? In this week's Food for Thought, Kay defines Critical Race Theory and describes the controversy around it (32:50). https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/26/opinion/critical-race-theory-schools-history.html https://www.researchgate.net/publication/237264125_Critical...2021-07-0839 min

CREWcial Conversations"That's Just the Homie": Cross-Sex Friendships While in a Relationship- Episode 24This week The Crew talk whether or not cross-sex relationships are realistic without crossing boundaries. Does attractiveness matter (3:13)? Is it more challenging for men to have friends of the opposite sex (7:09)? Let's not be hypocrits & have double standards (9:05). Your friends are my friends (14:55)! Sleepover anyone (23:23)? Would you end your friendship at your partners request (29:04)? Can you be friends with someone you've been intimate with (32:54)? NO NEW FRIENDS (38:54)! Friends that want to be more than friends (40:27). In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the debate on reparations for American slavery and gives examples of other instances where America paid reparations f...2021-06-2455 min

CREWcial ConversationsDouble Standards- Is It a Dating Preference or is it Discrimination?- Episode 23That's your "type" or your unconscious bias? The Crew shares a few of there preferences and discuss ✔women's love for dark skinned men (7:42) ✔weight requirements (11:50) ✔preference double standards (13:28) ✔height requirements (18:43) ✔opposites attract (26:43) ✔pretty brown eyes (33:30) ✔light skinned stereotypes (42:10) ✔unrealistic expectations (44:44) In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the history of black hair discrimination, how hair discrimination is a form of racial discrimination, and the Crown Act which would protect afros and protective styles in the workplace and public schools (54:52). https://www.thecrownact.com/ https://campaigns.organizefor.org/petitions/help-make-hair-discrimination-illegal https://www.fuqua.duke.edu/duke-fuqua-insights/ashleigh-rosette-research-suggests-bias-against-natural-hair-limits-job --- Support this podcast: https...2021-06-101h 06

CREWcial ConversationsThe Importance of Fathers feat. Author Mario Reyes- Episode 22This week's episode is so important as society seems to have lost sight of the importance of our men & their role as fathers. Get to know our guest, Mario Reyes aka Papi Picasso who is known for being a dope poet and an author based out of the ATL (2:09). In our discussion we touched on the following topics: - Accountability (4:27) - Minority men vs. "The System" (13:49) - Male trauma & lack of support agencies (17:34) - Shift in our culture (20:09) - When if ever a father should be kept from his child (22:28) - Coparenting (25:27) - Lessons a father is better equipped to...2021-05-271h 26

CREWcial ConversationsLadies, Take Some Accountability: Bitterness, Child Support Abuse, & Toxic Behaviors- Episode 21There's nothing like good friends that will call you on your BS...this episode, we are those friends. This episode, The Crew discusses many areas of improvement for us ladies: Bitter Baby Mommas/Child Support Misuse (1:24) Independent Women wanting to be kept (13:58) Why he gotta pay for the next man's mistakes? (15:30) Unrealistic expectations...you a 6 looking for a 10 (16:43) Black women are our own worst enemy (22:06) Do those veneers come in a smaller size? (26:12) You are in a situationship..not a relationship (27:49) Quality plastic surgery (30:38) Dismissal of the nice guy (33:17) You need therapy (35:55) In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses d...2021-05-131h 06

CREWcial ConversationsLife Lessons in Love, Finances, Friendships & Business- Episode 20This week The Crew takes a trip down memory lane! The ladies share a few life lessons they've learned along the way regarding love (0:49), friendships (14:58), business/career (25:38), finances (36:00), and overall self awareness (55:27). In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the reality of our declining infrastructure, why investing in it will improve our safety and economy, and the barriers to getting it done. https://addup.sierraclub.org/campaigns/send-a-letter-to-president-biden-calling-for-a-just-recovery https://www.industryweek.com/the-economy/competitiveness/article/21130932/crumbling-infrastructure-is-hurting-americas-competitive-edge https://youtu.be/EdvJSGc14xA https://www.brookings.edu/blog/the-avenue/2020/03/30/covid-19-proves-we-need-to-continue-upgrading-americas-broadband-infrastructure/ (1:05:24) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2021-04-291h 14

CREWcial ConversationsInterracial Relationships Part 2: White Men Who Love Melanin feat. TJ- Episode 19This episode The Crew gives us Part II of the interracial relationship discussion. The ladies get the perspective from the opposite side of the spectrum as the welcome a friend of the podcast, TJ is known in the midwest as the baller who has proven white men can jump. TJ fills us in on his love for melanin (3:08). He shares the judgment he's received from black men, & within his own race(18:36). Black social issues...you can't turn a blind eye(34:45). Candice Owen's and Stacy Dash..do they get a pass(36:25)? Bonnetts and weaves..deal breaker(38:36)? You can tell alot by...2021-04-151h 32

CREWcial ConversationsThis Love is Toxic: No Good Lovers, Family & Friends- Episode 18We think it's safe to say that we've all experienced a toxic person and/or relationship at some point in our lives. The Crew heads down memory lane and discusses their personal experience with toxic relationships (1:30). Does conflict automatically make a relationship toxic (13:17)? We discussed the longest damn argument made into a movie; Maria & Malcolm (21:22). What characteristics make a person/relationship toxic (30:52)? Why the hell do we stay (32:47)? Derrick Jaxn & the infamous hat bonnet...(37:49). What do you do with toxic family members (47:00)? You have to set boundaries or let it go (49:53). In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the...2021-04-011h 05

SALT TalksAngela Matheny: Diverse Asset Managers Initiative | SALT Talks #91Angela Matheny is the CIO of Crewcial Partners. Angela also continues to drive the firm’s manager diversity initiative to attract and source diverse asset managers while monitoring protocol and the internal vetting process of women and diverse asset managers.The private equity and venture capital space continues to see a dearth of black and brown asset managers. For too long, companies and their leaders operate within their existing networks, leading to less exposure of diverse candidates. Beyond the social good, diverse teams offer real financial benefits by bringing in different perspectives that ultimately lead to stronger in...2021-03-3143 min

CREWcial ConversationsIs it OK to Let Your Looks Go After Marriage? Episode 17Following the viral video of the Missouri pastor who tells the women in his congregation to watch their weight and appearance and aspire to be trophy wives like Melania Trump, the Crew, with guest co-host, Quintin, discuss the merits of his message and other pressing questions like: [ ] Is it one-sided and a double standard for women? (2:53) [ ] Should men have to keep it together as well? (7:22) How important is delivery and communication when giving your partner feedback? (11:14) [ ] Ultimately, do we appreciate effort more than results?(15:09) [ ] Is the health factor often neglected in these discussions? (15:45) [ ] The Bonnet Effect: Is there such a thing a...2021-03-1859 min

CREWcial ConversationsCan You Separate the Art from the Artist? Feat Mike from from 112- Episode 16RnB is known for dropping members but we flipped it an added a 5th member to The Crew for this week's discussion. Michael Keith, 1/2 of 112, joined the convo in deciding if you should separate the artist from their artistry (1:54). As any conversation with brown folk, we dabbled into several different topics: ✔the importance of therapy (20:36) ✔effects of Me Too on the entertainment industry (23:30) ✔new RnB music & its lack of a metaphorical delivery (29:00) ✔the back story of the chart topping hit single, Peaches & Cream (30:16) ✔having realistic parental control (36:14) ✔does the lighter (whiter) the complexion lessen the ridicule? (43:51) You can't have one of the most so...2021-03-041h 17

In Visible Capital with PitchBookLet's Talk About RaceThis week's podcast features our recent discussion about race and the evolving role of investors addressing racial inequality. We're resurfacing this conversation because even as Black History Month comes to an end, the hard work to increase diversity in the markets continues.We brought together four professionals to share their expertise on the topic: Lisa Lambert, head of National Grid Partners and former head of the Intel Diversity Fund; Barry Eggers, a founding partner at Lightspeed Venture Partners and current chairman of the National Venture Capital Association; Angela Matheny, director of the diverse asset-manager program at Crewcial Partners...2021-02-261h 09

CREWcial ConversationsHigh Value Man or 5 Below?Kevin Samuels' name has entered many group chats and The Crew's chats are no different. This week's episode, we analyze Kevin's qualifications of being a "High Value Man". Kay goes over his 6 traits (1:37). Joy introduces another list of qualities (10:16). Are women to blame for these "high value" standards (17:45)? Soo you make money but you're corny...does this make you a High Value Cornball (20:33)? Why do women love an asshole (28:26)? In normal fashion, we have a sidebar convo this time to determine if you can separate the artist from their artistry (31:06). In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the true economi...2021-02-1843 min

CREWcial ConversationsStop Cappin': Men Weaves, Dyes, & LiesThis episode will have you dying...actually..please don't! The Crew opens this episode trying to figure out who convinced men that Bigen dye has the same appearance as hair🤔 (2:28). Hair paint isn't the only trickery discussed. The male hair unit...is it a weave or nah (7:30)? Are these men getting gym memberships or asking IG model for surgeon recommendations (12:52)? Women are we the cause for men feeling they need these enhancements (18:32)? Are we hypocrites for having an opinion about it (25:10)? Do you always have a fitted on... (32:22)? In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the racial disparities in the...2021-02-0443 min

CREWcial ConversationsAlternative Relationships p. II: Is Three a Crowd? Feat GloNia, Dionne, Kay, and Joy continue their discussion on alternative relationships with someone who can speak from experience. The Crew welcomes the owner of Maat Moisture, Glo. Glo explains why she chose to be in a three-way relationship (2:00) and the benefits that come with the lifestyle (2:19). It's very apparent that communication is key. Anytime you live outside of what's considered the norm, judgment is around the corner. Glo discusses society as well as her family not being able to fully accept her lifestyle (12:38). What does that conversation look like with children to help them understand (17:12)? What qualities do you look for wh...2021-01-211h 02

CREWcial ConversationsChivalry & Romance: Yay or Nay? Feat. Quintin- Ep. 12This week, one of our loyal viewers, Quintin, joins The Crew to get their perspective on chivalry and romance and he gets four VERY different takes (2:50). The debate continues with discussion about whether men like romance (13:05), what actions make the list (20:49) and love languages (37:49). (57:25) In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses the connection between the environment and COVID-19 and why we are susceptible to more pandemics in the future. https://edition.cnn.com/world/live-news/coronavirus-pandemic-04-28-20-intl/h_61c2b7cb27f1154b533d41bab08dfb48 https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-52775386 https://indianexpress.com/article/explained...2020-11-191h 04

CREWcial ConversationsModern Day Feminism: Have We Gone Too Far?- Ep. 11In this week's episode, The Crew explores Feminism and debates the 4 waves and 3 different types (1:38), whether women should be in the NFL and NBA (13:14), issues with the Me Too movement (17:13) and selective Feminism (41:38). In this week's Food for Thought, Kay dissects the profile and psychology behind the 2020 Trump voter. (48:52) https://www.vox.com/2020/11/7/21551364/white-trump-voters-2020?fbclid=IwAR0ZyJs4qsEXanIogOiYnlc0-d3wszrUyONOY1OTWW6Zdv3RtCimqKcYOzg https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/mind-in-the-machine/201712/analysis-trump-supporters-has-identified-5-key-traits https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/neuroscience-and-psychology-suggest-no-surprise-victory-for-trump-this-time/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2020-11-1257 min

CREWcial ConversationsGender Roles in Relationships: Who's the Boss feat. Manny- Ep. 10How have gender roles shifted in modern day relationships? This week, Manny joins The Crew to debate exactly when and why the shift occurred (1:40), how women are groomed to be wives (5:37), when to establish roles in a relationship (17:28), plus weak men and savage women (24:08). In this week’s Food for Thought, Kay discusses the criminalization of mental illness and possible solutions (39:38). https://www.treatmentadvocacycenter.org/key-issues/criminalization-of-mental-illness#:~:text=Criminalizing%20mental%20illness%20worsens%20the,Nobody%20benefits%2C%20everybody%20pays. https://www.nami.org/Blogs/From-the-CEO/August-2014/Criminalization-of-Mental-Illness-It-s-a-Crime#:~:text=Today%2C%201%20in%205%20people,is%20tragic%20and%20it's%20wrong. --- Support this podcast: ht...2020-11-0554 min

CREWcial ConversationsSlave Labor in the Weave Industry: The Moral Cost of Beauty- Ep. 9One of our followers shared an article with us to get our thoughts so we made it an episode! This week, the ladies discuss the forced slave labor involved in the $2.5B weave industry, as revealed in a recent CNN investigation. The Crew debates whether society is willing to sacrifice "beauty" in protest for humane treatment (2:35), why weave has gotten so popular (13:28), proposed social action plans (33:27), as well as weave and insecurity (40:15). In this week's Food for Thought, Kay talks about the possible implications if Obamacare is ruled unconstitutional by the Supreme Court on November 10th, because it could impact...2020-10-291h 00

CREWcial ConversationsInterracial Relationships: What's the Motive feat. Jomo Wilson- Ep. 8In this week’s episode, the ladies share their thoughts on interracial dating (:55) then invite Jomo Wilson to share his perspective on interracial dating as he celebrates one year of marriage to a white woman (7:40), the difference between black and white women (11:00), two types of white women who date black men (18:00), how different races approach sex in relationships (22:24), what black women bring to relationships (30:17), having preference without denigrating the other race (39:50), and handling judgment for dating outside your race (45:30) In this week's Food for Thought, Kay dives deeper into the underhanded, yet effective, voter suppression tactic......voter deterrence (53:53). https://www.wa...2020-10-221h 00

CREWcial ConversationsNormalizing Mental Health feat. Therapist Aliya Adenuga- Ep. 7In Episode 7, The Crew helps normalize the conversation around mental health and sits down with licensed professional counselor , Aliya Adenuga. We dive deep into creative therapy interventions (2:01), how trauma manifests in the body (4:57), supporting loved ones seeking help (8:07), stigmas and biases in minority communities (13:15), nature vs. nurture (17:36), finding relatable therapists (28:26), taking the first step to schedule a therapy appointment (31:34), suicide (38:15), and debate whether therapy is the new "cool" (46:26) In this week's Food for Thought (57:05), Kay breaks down the Electoral College and its origins, flaws, and how to make it more fair and representative. https://equalvotes.us/ https://www.usatoday.com/s...2020-10-151h 04

CREWcial ConversationsDivorce, Breakups, & Moving On feat. Author Rese Seevers- Ep. 6The Crew sits down with Sherese Seevers, author of the hilariously candid blog-turned-book titled, “I now Pronounce You Divorced”, that gives a raw and witty look at love, marriage, divorce and life afterward. Between sips and laughs, the ladies discuss: being blindsided when he wants to call it quits (4:34), compatibility (6:10), rate love, attraction and compatibility (8:19), dating in 2020 and the women who chase men (18:00), the five love languages (19:50), shame in losing the title (24:45), levels to cheating (28:51), moving on while co-parenting (34:51), red flags (44:46) and the problem with potential (53:56). (57:05) In this week's Food for Thought, Kay discusses a couple of very plausible election scen...2020-10-081h 05

CREWcial ConversationsCultural Appropriation vs. Appreciation? - Ep. 5It’s been said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, but does this hold true when it comes to imitating different cultures? In episode 5, The Crew explores culture appropriation vs. appreciation and tries to lay down some ground rules for distinguishing between the two…but doesn’t agree on where exactly the line should be drawn or whether minorities can even be guilty of appropriation at all. Where do you draw the line? Kay then follows up on Episode 1’s Food for Thought (F4T) and discusses the now dire situation with the future of the Supreme Court followin...2020-10-011h 50

CREWcial ConversationsAlternative Relationships: Its Complicated - Ep. 4Relationship statuses have progressed from being considered "complicated" to now being described as an infamous "entanglement" thanks to a red table convo. In this episode, the crew talks openly about open relationships. You'd be amazed at how open-minded the ladies are....there's alternatives for a reason right? In this week's Food for Thought. Kay discusses the impact of climate change on communities of color and how we can do our part in its resolution. https://climateanalytics.org/blog/2020/black-lives-matter-the-link-between-climate-change-and-racial-justice/ https://www.thirdway.org/memo/black-americans-care-about-climate-change-but-its-complicated https://www.forbes.com/sites/tommybeer/2020/09/14/huge-chunk-of-greenlands-ice-cap-breaks-off/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations...2020-09-2456 min

CREWcial ConversationsPretty Hurts feat. Go Hard Boyz founder, Shea - Ep. 3This episode, the crew discusses the ever changing ideas on what constitutes beauty. It's only right to bring some testosterone to the convo to provide a male perspective. Our guest host, Shea Evans, CEO of "It's Bigger than Bikes" joins the crew with a real unadulterated view on what he considers as "witch craft". You may have seen Beyonce's video for "Pretty Hurts" and saw a snapshot of the massive amount of pressure placed on women to be thick, but not too big...slim, but not too skinny...embrace your melanin, but don't get too dark. There's a price you pay w...2020-09-1741 min

CREWcial ConversationsBreaking Stereotypes - Ep. 2Join "The Crew" for Episode 2 as they break down Muslim, “Strong Black Man” and "Angry Black Woman" stereotypes. The ladies discuss new music and reminisce on good 90s RnB. Doing it for "The Gram" takes on a whole new meaning with the latest social media shenanigans. Does love make you forgive and forget? Take notes as Kay educates us on the use of police body camera footage with facial recognition technology in this episode's "Food for Thought". Let us know what's on your mind and what you would like to hear discussed in the comments. Don't forget to subscribe and vibe...2020-09-101h 20

CREWcial ConversationsCancel Culture - Ep. 1The Crew; Nia, Dionne, Kay and Joy share their drink of the day as they unwind to discuss heavy, but necessary topics. The ladies highlighted the loss of a king, our King, Chadwick Boseman. They also discussed the protests in Kenosha & Portland, the Georgia sex trafficking bust, the affects of recent border closures as well as the pros & cons of Cancel Culture. Kay ends the convo with a little "Food for Thought" regarding our Democratic ticket...to vote or not to vote...that shouldn't be the question. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crewcial-conversations/support 2020-09-0543 min

CREWcial ConversationsTrailerLooking for that sweet spot between cutting up and staying “woke”? Get witty, unconventional takes from four friends, almost straight out the group chat. With topics ranging from sex and relationships to pop culture, business and social issues, Join the crew: Nia, Dionne, Kay and Joy for your weekly fix of the rowdy and refined. Along with hot topics and a dope vibe, CREWcial Conversations also breaks down important issues that mainstream media often ignores, occasionally features special guests and shines a light on up and coming artists, as well as minority-owned businesses, all to further build aware...2020-08-1901 min

DanceFam TV: The SessionDance Review: Chainsmokers “Closer” Choreography by Anthony Lee, Charles Nguyen & Vinh Nguyen [Episode 7]Discussion: Review – Chainsmokers “Closer” Choreography by Anthony Lee, Charles Nguyen & Vinh Nguyen (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNH7-AdjKnw) Discussion – Entrepreneurship in the Dance Community The panel on this episode of #TheSession includes: Jonathan Hsu (JonathanHsuMedia, Culture Shock DC Alum, Delta Chi Xi Honorary Dance Fraternity Inc., PEARSONWIDRIG DANCETHEATER, Orange Grove Dance) Lauren De Vera (Bahay Base, Culture Shock DC Alum, TEAM WEGONMAKEIT, Crewcial Alum) Carlo “C-Lo” Manabat (Electro Soul, StudioG, Culture Shock DC Alum, LabRats) Join the DanceFam! Watch, Like, and Subscribe! www.dancefam.tv Facebook: https://facebook.com/dancefamtv Twitter: https://twitter.com/dancefamtv Instagram: https://instagram.com/dancefam...2016-10-281h 08

The SessionDance Review: Chainsmokers "Closer" by Anthony Lee, Charles Nguyen & Vinh Nguyen [Episode 7]Discussion: Review - Chainsmokers "Closer" Choreography by Anthony Lee, Charles Nguyen & Vinh Nguyen (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNH7-AdjKnw) Discussion - Entrepreneurship in the Dance Community The panel on this episode of #TheSession includes: Jonathan Hsu (JonathanHsuMedia, Culture Shock DC Alum, Delta Chi Xi Honorary Dance Fraternity Inc., PEARSONWIDRIG DANCETHEATER, Orange Grove Dance) Lauren De Vera (Bahay Base, Culture Shock DC Alum, TEAM WEGONMAKEIT, Crewcial Alum) Carlo "C-Lo" Manabat (Electro Soul, StudioG, Culture Shock DC Alum, LabRats) Join the DanceFam! Watch, Like, and Subscribe! www.dancefam.tv Facebook: https://facebook.com/dancefamtv Twitter: https://twitter.com/dancefamtv Instagram...2016-10-281h 08