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SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S2 Ep 8: Our Polyamory Dating AdventuresIn this episode of SunShan & Rainbows, we delve into our personal experiences with polyamorous dating, shedding light on the nuances and dynamics we've encountered. 💫We discuss:🛤️ Our Polyamorous Dating Journeys: Sharing stories from our paths in the polyam dating scene. ⚤ Gender-Based Experiences: Exploring how dating differs for a man and a woman in polyamory. 🌈 Sexual Orientation Dynamics: Discussing the contrasts between Sundiata's heterosexual perspective and Shani's sexually fluid experiences. 📱💬 Navigating Dating Apps and DMs: Our adventures and lessons learned from using various platforms and approaches. 🔄 Evolving Dating Strategies: How our approaches to...2025-04-1553 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S2 Ep 7: When Jealousy Strikes In PolyamoryIn this episode of SunShan & Rainbows, we delve into the complex emotions of jealousy and envy within polyamorous relationships, sharing personal experiences and insights. 💫We explore:📚 Defining Jealousy vs. Envy: Understanding the distinction between these emotions. 🛤️ Personal Stories: Sharing moments when we've felt jealousy or envy, and instances where metamours have experienced these emotions towards us. 💖 Understanding Compersion: Discussing the concept of feeling joy from a partner's happiness with others. In our "Well, That Went Left" segment, Sundiata recounts a relationship that took an unexpected turn, leading to a breakup. Join us...2025-04-0855 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S2 Ep 6: Polyamory Beyond The Throuple StereotypeIn this episode of SunShan & Rainbows, we dive into the misconception that polyamory is solely about mff triads (male-female-female) or throuples and explore the rich diversity within polyamorous relationships. 💫We discuss:🔄 Understanding Triads: Defining closed and open triads, and their dynamics. 🛑 Stereotypes in Polyamory: Addressing the common portrayal of polyamorous relationships as mff triads . 🏛️ Patriarchal Influences: Examining how patriarchy shapes perceptions, including biases towards MFF (male-female-female) versus MMF (male-male-female) triads. 🛤️ Our Journey: Reflecting on our initial thoughts about triads and how our perspectives have evolved. In our CNM & Polyamory Terms segment...2025-04-0145 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S2 E5: Our Paths to Sexual LiberationIn this episode of SunShan & Rainbows, we delve into our personal experiences with sexual liberation and how embracing polyamory has transformed our intimate lives.We discuss:🛏️🔒 Our Sex Lives Before Polyamory: Reflecting on our intimate experiences prior to embracing non-monogamy. 💫💞 Our Sex Lives Since Polyamory: Sharing how opening our relationship has enriched and diversified our sexual connections. 🕊️💡 Reflections on Sexual Liberation: Exploring what sexual freedom means to us and its impact on our personal growth. We also spend some time explaining the Sexual Attraction Spectrum of asexual/ace, demisexual, graysexual, hypersexua...2025-03-2556 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S2 Ep 4: Why Marriage Isn't For UsIn this episode of SunShan & Rainbows, we explore our evolving perspectives on marriage and why we've chosen a different path for our relationship. We discuss:🔄 Shifting Beliefs: How our views on marriage have transformed over time. 🏛️ Patriarchy's Influence: Understanding marriage's roots in patriarchal structures.🔗 Compulsory Monogamy: Challenging the societal push towards monogamous relationships.🏠 Nuclear Family Norms: Questioning traditional family models and their limitations. 📊 Hierarchical Structures: Why we reject relationship hierarchies in favor of equality. In our Relationship Philosophy segment, we delve into egalitarian polyamory—a philosophy that emp...2025-03-1834 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S2 Ep 3: Navigating Metamour Relationships in PolyamoryIn this episode of SunShan & Rainbows, we’re talking all about metamour relationships—the unique connections between your partner’s partners. We explore: 💡 What is a metamour? Defining the role and what it means in polyamory. 💬 Our personal experiences—the highs, the lows, and everything in between. 🪞 How we perceive ourselves as metamours—personal reflections. 🌱 Hopes & fears—what we wish for in our metamour dynamics. Episode Segment: Consensual Non-Monogamy Terms Polyamory comes with its own language, and in this segment, we break down: ❌ Don't Ask, Don't Tell (DAD...2025-03-1151 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S2 Ep 2: Nesting in Polyamory: Living Together & Blending FamiliesIn this episode of SunShan & Rainbows, we’re talking about nesting—our decision to live together as a polyamorous couple and how it has shaped our relationship and family life. We explore:🏠 Why we chose to nest – How and why we got to the point where we wanted to live together.🔄 Our nesting experiences – The joys, challenges, and surprises since moving in together.💡 Gender roles vs. team roles – How we navigate household responsibilities in a way that aligns with our values rather than societal expectations.👨👩👧👦 Blended family dynamics – How we co-parent and build a harmonious home with multiple relationships in mind.💖...2025-03-0435 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S2 E1: Parenting & PolyamoryEpisode Description:We’re back for Season 2! 🎉 In this episode of SunShan & Rainbows, we dive into parenting and polyamory, sharing insights from our own experiences as parents navigating consensual non-monogamy.We discuss:👶 Our family dynamic – How many kids we have and their ages.🧠 Conscious parenting – How we foster open-minded, emotionally intelligent children.💬 Introducing polyamory to children – When and how we talk about our relationships.❓ Questions kids ask – The curious (and sometimes funny) things they want to know.🤝 Co-parenting journey – How we collaborate to create a supportive family environment...2025-02-2544 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S1 E8: Sex in PolyamoryClick above to listen to the audio ⬆️Click below to watch the video on YouTube ⬇️Description:In Episode 8, the final episode of Season 1, of SunShan & Rainbows, we’re diving into the topic of sex and how we navigate open communication about sexual experiences with other people. We discuss the balance between autonomy and responsibility, sharing how we manage risk, prioritize safety, and maintain transparency in our polyamorous relationships.Plus, we’re excited to introduce our "Sexy Time" segment, where we give you a behind-the-scenes look at the fun and exciting details of our intim...2024-10-2236 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S1 E7: How We Communicate About Our Other Relationships in PolyamoryClick above to listen to the audio ⬆️Click below to watch the video on YouTube ⬇️Description:In Episode 7 of SunShan & Rainbows, we dive into the ways we communicate about our other relationships and the importance of maintaining openness and clarity in polyamory. 💬 We share the questions we ask each other, the kinds of updates we give (and sometimes don’t give), and how we handle logistical communication around dates and travel with other loves.This episode also features a segment on how we navigate conflict using Authentic Dialogue, a communication tool that helps us...2024-10-1544 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S1 E6: Redefining Relationship Labels & Titles in PolyamoryClick above to listen to the audio ⬆️Click below to watch the video on YouTube ⬇️Description:In Episode 6 of SunShan & Rainbows, we dive into the purpose and significance of relationship labels and titles, particularly within the context of polyamory. We explore the commonly used title "partner" and introduce a new, meaningful title created by Sundiata called "Libbei." 💫 Join us as we unpack how these labels shape relationship expectations, agreements, and dynamics, and why finding the right titles can make a profound difference in our connections. We also touch on how relationship labels are evolving in...2024-10-0835 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S1 E5: The 5 Relationship Buckets - A New Approach to DatingClick above to listen to the audio ⬆️Click below to watch the video on YouTube ⬇️Description:In this insightful episode of SunShan & Rainbows, we dive into the Theory of Sustainable Relationships, a philosophy developed by Sundiata and expanded by Shani. This unique approach to dating and connection challenges the common "romance or bust" mentality, where relationships are often discarded if they don’t lead to or maintain a romantic connection.We introduce the 5 Relationship Buckets, a framework that encourages deeper understanding of connection through five pillars: Familial, Platonic, Intellectual, Attraction, and Sexual. Th...2024-10-0148 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S1 E4: How We Met & Our Early Journey in PolyamoryClick above to listen to the audio ⬆️Click below to watch the video on YouTube ⬇️Description:In this episode, Shani and Sundiata take us back to the beginning of their love story, sharing how they first met and the early days of their journey in polyamory 💖 From their initial connection to navigating the complexities of consensual non-monogamy, they discuss the challenges, triumphs, and lessons learned along the way.Listen as they reflect on the emotional growth, trust-building, and communication strategies that helped them overcome obstacles and create a strong foundation for their relat...2024-09-2456 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S1 E3: How Shan Got to Non-MonogamyClick above to listen to the audio ⬆️Click below to watch the video on YouTube ⬇️In this episode, The Shan of SunShan – Shani Goodson – shares her deeply personal and transformative journey toward embracing consensual non-monogamy. 🌟 Shani opens up about her life experiences, exploring the challenges and breakthroughs that shaped her understanding of love, relationships, and personal freedom.Listen as Shani reflects on how her upbringing, family dynamics, and moments of self-discovery led her to rethink traditional relationship structures and pursue a more open and authentic connection style. This episode is filled with insights on vulnerabilit...2024-09-1720 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S1 E2: How Sun Got to Non-MonogamyDescription:In this captivating episode, The Sun of SunShan – Dr. Sundiata Soon-Jahta – shares his deeply personal journey that led him to embrace consensual non-monogamy. With candid stories, Dr. Sundiata takes us through the pivotal moments of self-discovery, growth, and transformation that shaped his unique approach to relationships. Listen as he explores the challenges and rewards of breaking away from societal norms, the profound insights gained along the way, and how his experiences have helped him cultivate meaningful connections in his unconventional love life. Whether you're curious about non-monogamy or simply seeking inspiration for auth...2024-09-1035 min
SunShan & Rainbows ☀️🌈S1 E1: Introducing SunShanDescription:In this debut episode, get to know SunShan – Sundiata and Shani – the dynamic hosts of our podcast. We share personal stories about our upbringing, family life, and the unique paths that shaped our relationship. You’ll learn about the origins of our unconventional love story, what inspired us to explore consensual non-monogamy, and why we felt compelled to start this podcast. Join us as we take you behind the scenes of our journey, offering a glimpse into how our experiences with family, culture, and personal growth influenced our approach to love and connec...2024-09-0326 min
Radical Learning Talks63. Social Justice through Inner Change w/ Dr. Sundiata Soon-JahtaOnce again, we have the great honor of having Dr. Sundiata Soon-Jahta on our podcast!
This time, we talk about how social justice movements can often perpetuate the very systems of oppression and power-over dynamics that we’re trying to walk away from, resulting in what Dr. Sundiata shares is a system archetype called a “feedback loop”.
The solution? Well, as a systems thinker and anti-oppression organizer, Dr. Sundiata suggests that we all engage in some serious inner work. He believes that change is fractal and when we change within, it affects our outside reality and th...2024-02-161h 00
Mental DialogueWhat Does It Mean To Be Black?
Special guests, anti-oppression educator DR. SUNDIATA SOON-JAHTA, and motivational speaker JOHN COLTRANE drop by to discuss what it means to identify under the RACIAL CONSTRUCT of BLACKNESS. MR. COLTRANE grew up BI-RACIAL and struggled with his RACIAL IDENTITY as a youth. Are BI-RACIAL children still expected to choose a race? Today is BLACKNESS more identified by culture than race? Historically when did the Government implement the ONE-DROP rule and when did it no longer apply? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK
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Mental DialogueWhat Does It Mean To Be Black?Special guests, anti-oppression educator DR. SUNDIATA SOON-JAHTA, and motivational speaker JOHN COLTRANE drop by to discuss what it means to identify under the RACIAL CONSTRUCT of BLACKNESS. MR. COLTRANE grew up BI-RACIAL and struggled with his RACIAL IDENTITY as a youth. Are BI-RACIAL children still expected to choose a race? Today is BLACKNESS more identified by culture than race? Historically when did the Government implement the ONE-DROP rule and when did it no longer apply? MENTAL DIALOGUE asking the questions America is afraid to ask. ALL I ASK IS THAT YOU THINK2024-01-271h 59
Grow Dialogue PodcastAkilah S. Richards on Raising Free People, the Power of Unschooling, & Intergenerational HealingGet ready for another liberating conversation around #FamilyCulture. In this intimate and visionary interview, Sundiata chats with Akilah S. Richards about her Raising Free People work and book, the power of seeing Unschooling as a tool for liberation, and how to navigate intergenerational healing. Akilah S. Richards is passionate about mindful partnerships and decolonizing parenting practices. She started Raising Free People Network, a digital multimedia platform for education, deep listening, and emergent collaborations at the intersection of privilege, parenting, and power. Her unschooling podcast is called Fare of the Free Child, and her latest book, Ra...2022-10-2055 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastRa’id Curt De Veaux on Transcending Systems of Oppression Through Fatherhood, Community, & SportsGet ready for another liberating conversation around #FamilyCulture. In this heartfelt interview, Sundiata chats with long time friend and peer, Ra’id Curt De Veaux, on cultivating trust and safety within family dynamics while empowering urban youth through intentional community programming. Tune in to hear Ra’id and Sundiata have authentic dialogue around: Remembering ancestral stories & lived experiences to build on family legaciesThe importance of representation and visibility while building community Fathering young folx in today’s modern cultureUsing social impact initiatives to pay it forward for the next generationsShare this episode with your p...2022-10-1359 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastYolanda Williams on Embracing Conscious Parenting While Watching Systems of Oppression FallGet ready for a liberating conversation around #FamilyCulture. In this intimate and revolutionary interview, Sundiata chats with Yolanda Williams (Mother, Organizer, Conscious Parenting Coach, and Racial Justice Educator) to shine a light on the power of intentionally unlearning violent ways of parenting in order to heal oneself and model respect for the humanity of our young people. Yolanda Williams is the creator of Parenting Decolonized. She’s on a mission to empower parents with tools to decolonize their mindsets and divest from white supremacy in order to raise the next generation of emotionally well, liberated, free...2022-10-0547 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastHow Can We Co-Create a Thriving Family Culture? | Sundiata Soon-Jahta and Maryella MarieWhat does family culture mean to you? What tools do you use to co-create a thriving family culture with your loved ones?In this episode, Sundiata shares a new vision of family culture based on his lived experience. From decolonizing parenting and community organizing, to unschooling young folx and raising free people we’re excited to announce 3 changemakers in the family culture space who will join the podcast to share their vision of family culture!Curt "Ra'id" DeVeaux (youth & community organizer at City Athletics, a family-operated, rentable facility committed to giving back to Philadelphia communities), Yo...2022-09-2926 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastQueen Elizabeth II's Impact on Popular Culture | Navigating Social Discourse with Authentic DialogueHow has the life and recent death of Queen Elizabeth II influenced popular culture as we know it today? It seems like the recent news of Queen Elizabeth II’s death and the current state of the British Monarchy is yet another event that is dividing people across media and creating even more polarization in our collective culture. From feelings of admiration and appreciation for the Queen and the British Monarchy to feelings of disdain, suffering, and ill will; you’ll find a little bit of everything from voices across the globe that can cause confusio...2022-09-2327 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastNth Bar-Fields on Evolving Narratives That Include Neurodivergent Creators & De-Weaponizes GenderGet ready for another intimate and innovative interview that shines a light on emerging voices in #PopCulture spaces. In this episode, Sundiata chats with Nth Bar-Fields (Dream Director, Data Analyst & Social Entrepreneur) about navigating roadblocks as a neurodivergent change-maker while also de-weaponizing gender & sex by creating safe spaces to include nonbinary ways of thinking, being, and working. Nth Bar-Fields is one of the first adopters of DNA testing applied to discovering one’s ancestral roots. When Nth volunteered as an early test subject, their results revealed much more than what parts of the world their ance...2022-09-1556 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastLawrence Seals on Nourishing a More Equitable Culture Through Food Sovereignty & Community BuildingTune into another timely and visionary interview that shines a light on emerging voices in #PopCulture spaces. In this episode, Sundiata chats with Lawrence “Nature Boy” Seals who shares his vision of how hyper-local food systems can shift our modern culture, in turn, creating more equity, a deeper sense of purpose, and belonging on both a local and global level.As an emergency responder with the US Army, Lawrence Seals observed a lack of government-sanctioned infrastructure for communities in the areas he was assigned to when touring overseas. Seals witnessed firsthand devastation and destruction within the w...2022-09-0852 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastAnansi Wilson on Abolishing Gender Politics While Cultivating Equity & Visibility for Black QueersTune into another powerful interview that shines a light on emerging voices in #PopularCulture spaces. Sundiata chats with Dr. T. Anansi Wilson (he/they) to reveal their vision of what’s next in pop culture as it relates to Black Queerness.Dr. Wilson is an associate professor of law and the founding director of the forthcoming Center for the Study of Black Life and The Law at Mitchell Hamline School of law. They are an award-winning scholar of law, literary and cultural studies, a racial-and gender justice consultant, and an author of creative nonfiction. They rec...2022-09-0153 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastIra X Armstrong on Embodying Freedom & NonViolent Communication to Shift the ParadigmTune into another heartfelt interview that shines a light on emerging voices in #PopularCulture spaces. In this episode, get ready to celebrate the beauty of decolonizing identity while creating a deep sense of belonging through authentic dialogue and nonviolent communication.Let’s learn and grow together by listening and sharing this intimate conversation where Sundiata chats with Freedom Fighter, Social Entrepreneur, AfroFuturist, Artist, Parent, & Educator, Ira X Armstrong, to share their vision of how society can transition to a more collaborative, just, sustainable, and liberating coexistence. You don’t want to miss this one! Liste...2022-08-251h 03
Grow Dialogue PodcastWhat Does Pop Culture Mean to You... and Can it Cancel All Tools of Oppression? | Sundiata Soon-Jahta & Maryella MarieIn this episode, we’re kicking off a new theme on the #GrowDialoguePodcast!Get ready to explore #PopularCulture with us! Sundiata Soon-Jahta chats with Maryella Marie to set the stage for how we’ll be exploring #PopularCulture on the podcast, specifically highlighting how tools of indivisibility can be used within #PopCulture to shape a more collaborative, inclusive, and equitable society. Our next round of interviews will feature three voices who are shaping #PopCulture narratives around decolonization, gender norms, sex education, identity, food sovereignty as activism, and more!Listen, reflect, and share this e...2022-08-1816 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastNoelle Johnson on Leading with Transparency & Centering Belonging in Corporate CultureTune into another timely interview that shines a light on emerging voices in #CorporateCulture spaces who are sharing practices that support society's transition to a more collaborative, just, sustainable, and liberating coexistence. In this episode, Sundiata Soon-Jahta chats with DEI specialist, mother, and storyteller, Noelle Johnson, to share her vision of how dropping masks, embracing #nuerodiversity, & showing up as imperfect in the workplace can help change corporate spaces. Listen, reflect, and share this episode with your people!(Read Noelle’s bio + find ways to connect with her below).–Cont...2022-08-1042 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastWalking Away From Race Politics & Embracing Diverse Cultural Identities | An Intimate Conversation with Sundiata Soon-Jahta & Maryella MarieHave you ever been asked to check a box in order to identify your complex cultural heritage? What tools of oppression are being used when we are asked to deny pieces of our family tree or to simplify our identity to a politicized, racial construct?In this fascinating interview, Maryella Marie chats with Sundiata Soon-Jahta about his recent ancestry DNA test results and deep dives into his decision to reject race as a social construct while also embracing his complex heritage. This intimate conversation is one for the history books! “I belie...2022-08-0531 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastAshley Page on Why Corporate Culture Needs More Authentic, Practical, & Compassionate LeadersWe’re excited to release another episode that explores more #CorporateCulture narratives on the #GrowDialoguePodcast. In the struggle to end all forms of #oppression, what role should #CorporateAmerica play? On a more personal level, how can #CorporateLeaders embrace their authentic selves, lead with compassion, and support the social paradigm shift from within their companies? In this powerful and transparent interview, Dr. Sundiata chats with Ashley Page to explore her career journey and reveal how she ignited a path to pursue excellence while dropping #CodeSwitching #SocialNorms in order to become a more #Authen...2022-07-2649 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastMercer Carlin on Leaving the Vision of "Normal" Behind | From Corporate Leadership to Grassroots WorkShould #CorporateAmerica play a role in our demand for #SocialChange?In the first two episodes of the Grow Dialogue Podcast, we talked about the importance of exploring #CorporateCulture as a system in order to begin a healthy dialogue around where we stand as a society, and how we can ignite change individually and collectively.We’re excited to share a new episode that explores corporate culture narratives. In this transparent and insightful episode, Dr. Sundiata Soon-Jahta chats with Mercer Carlin to reveal the challenges behind navigating identity and otherness in corporate space...2022-07-2156 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastWhat Is A Fanzine & How Can It Support Our Liberation? | Guadalupe Arriegue, Sundiata Soon-Jahta, & Maryella MarieReady to create your own liberation project? Check out this abbreviated recording of our recent Q&A & #fanzine demo on the Grow Dialogue Podcast. In this condensed conversation and fanzine presentation you’ll discover: What a fanzine is and why we’re creating fanzines on the podcast Why this season’s featured artist uses them for her liberation A list of “zines” for inspo Images to get you startedCommunity support as you create your own FanzineVirtual liberation interventions More resources for support--The Grow Dialogue Podcast’s #fanzine project is an experiment in libe...2022-07-1436 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastUncovering Tools of Oppression within Women’s Rights, Pride, and Juneteenth | Sundiata Soon-Jahta & Maryella MarieOn today’s episode of the Grow Dialogue Podcast, we’ll be focusing on some of the social unrest that’s snowballing across several medias. We’ve selected headlines as well as social commentary from various media platforms to chew on. Join our reflection on these current events as we bring both highly charged and opposing viewpoints to the center of our dialogue...and search for liberation individually and collectively.We hope that you find this conversation helpful. Please share this episode with your people!Listen in, or watch, this episode as our co-hosts reflect o...2022-07-0531 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastLiberation Through Authentic Dialogue, Contemplation, and Other Lost Arts | Sundiata Soon-Jahta & Maryella MarieWriter, Producer: Maryella Marie Co-Host & Founder @ Grow Dialogue: Sundiata Soon-Jahta Featured Cover Art: Guadalupe Arriegue Featured Music: Blessed | by Akilus The Cosmonaut | @onlyblackcosmonautSlidin | by Gualay The Goat | @gualaythegoatLove Lost Instrumental | by Gualay The Goat | @gualaythegoatNomad instrumental | by Woolman Grundy | @woolmangrundy2022-06-2942 min
Grow Dialogue PodcastWhy is DEI Trending? Can Corporate Spaces Decolonize Themselves? Who is Dr. Sundiata Soon-Jahta?We’re thrilled to announce the Grow Dialogue Podcast’s kickoff to season 1, starting with decolonizing corporate culture!Listen wherever you podcast to meet our hosts and discover what this season has in store. Learn more about Grow Dialogue.Join our Grow Dialogue Community.--Credits & Show Notes:Writer & Producer: Maryella Marie.Co-host & Founder @ Grow Dialogue: Dr. Sundiata Soon-JahtaFeatured Cover Art: Guadalupe Arriegue --Featured Music: "Blessed"by Akilus...2022-06-2153 min
Kultivating KapwaKultivating Kapwa: Episode 3.16Kultivating Kapwa: Decolonizing Parenthood Episode 3.16
"How Free Can Our Children Be?"
In this episode, we are joined by Lucha Mañalac Alforque. We discuss how she is teaching her children to recognize and acknowledge other people, staying connected and present ot the differences in her children, how she hopes that in the future her children will take of themsevles by witnessing herself practicing self care, and more.
Lucha Mañalac Alforque is a Pinay settler on Canarsie Lenape land, commonly known as Queens, NY. She lives with her husband Dave with whom she is...2022-03-131h 11
Radical Learning Talks15. Patriarchy, Power Dynamics and Parenting with Dr SundiataThis is a big one friends and just might rock your world!
In this episode we are talking to Dr. Sundiata Soon-Jahta, father of 2 self-directed learners, anti oppression educator and creator of the Theory of Indivisibility. We talk about tools of oppression, power dynamics, patriarchy and how to build sustainable relationships and communities in the world!
You can find all of Dr. Sundiata’s life work including his Theory of Indivisibility here:
https://drsundiata.com
You can support Dr. Sundiata’s work here:
https://www.patreon.com/Li...2022-03-0449 min
Parenting Decolonized42. Stop Fighting & Start Creating: Systems Thinking with Sundiata Soon-JahtaIs it possible to decolonize parenting by “fighting the system”? In this episode of Parenting Decolonized, I welcome Sundiata Soon-Jahta, an Unschooler, Systems Thinker, Authentic Dialogue Facilitator, Entrepreneur, and Anti-Oppression Educator, Content Creator, & Organizer. Tune in to learn how systems thinking can help us understand the root cause of colonization and how to dismantle systems of oppression.In this episode, we talk about…Defining systems thinking, specifically in the context of decolonization.Why we shouldn’t be “fighting the system” & What you should do instead.How various systems, like patriarchy and white supremacy, were created & How they con...2022-01-2745 min
Your Virtual Upline Podcast155: An Honest Discussion About Racism and DiscriminationThis episode is part 2 of our discussion around racism, discrimination, and understanding our role as leaders in the middle of all that’s happening. For this discussion I welcome 2 of our community members, and african american female leaders - Felicia Yvette and Robin Sullivan. I’m also joined by a good friend of mine, Dr. Sundiata Soon-jahta… an anti-oppression activist, authentic dialogue facilitator. During the episode we have a very open and honest discussion around the topics of racism, discrimination, the role that systems play in creating these issues, and specific advice for white women and men looking to do a bett...2020-06-1659 min
Mind ReleaseEp 13: Laury LucienWe're pleased to have our next guest, Ms. Laury Lucien AKA “Big Mama” 🇭🇹🇭🇹🐸💕💚😁. Laury shares her background and perspective, including how growing up in Haiti conditioned her for success during times of conflict and strife. She also drops knowledge on Black history, revolutions, and identifying actions for change from within. It's time to unlearn!
A little background on Laury Lucien:
Laury C. Lucien is a Boston business attorney with experience in healthcare and life sciences matters as well as business licensing, corporate services, and mergers and acquisitions. She obtained her Juris Doctorate degree from Suffolk University Law...2020-06-1324 min
Fare of the Free ChildEp. 122: Let's Grow Podcast (Don't Call Me King)Join Dr. Sundiata Soon-Jahta for the second episode of Let’s Grow Podcast Series as he explores the popular greeting in Black culture that uses royal titles as greetings, i.e. What's good, King?" or "Hey, Queen!" In this episode, titled Don't Call Me King, continues his pattern of inviting us to deconstruct and rethink the ways we see power and community. Be sure to reach out to Dr. Sundiata with your perspectives on his topics, because he's all about dialogue and discussion that invites us to grow together wherever we can. Support the showDig...2019-06-0309 min
Fare of the Free ChildEp. 118: Let's Grow Podcast (Series Saturdays)Join Dr. Sundiata Soon-Jahta for the first episode of Let's Grow Podcast as he explores the Selfish vs. Self-actualized concept. He'll explore concepts we talk about on Fare of the Free Child--agency, consent, and a removal of the power-over dynamic. Dr. Sundiata is inviting you to challenge your idea of being an individual, and shift it to include and embrace symbiotic relationships so that we can support each other's self-actualization. His goal is to inspire you to reject other people's ideas as a result of you pursuit of self-actualization.Support the showDig this show...2019-05-1214 min