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Meet Your Mental HelperInner Child, People-Pleasing, Health Anxiety, Gen Z after COVID | Francesca Francis, BACP-Registered Integrative TherapistIn this episode of Meet Your Mental Helper, host Jim interviews Francesca Francis—a BACP-registered integrative therapist based in the UK, specializing in children, young people, and adults. She helps clients navigate identity, self-worth, people-pleasing, health anxiety, and post-COVID social challenges by integrating person-centred therapy, CBT, creative/play-based methods, and storytelling for meaningful change.Discover how Francesca uses inner-child work, grounding metaphors (like “tight jeans”), and practical cognitive tools (like “phone-tab” thought swipes) to guide clients through anxiety, low self-esteem, and boundary-setting. She shares insights on naming younger parts, rebuilding in-person confidence after years online, and writing as express...
2025-11-0753 min
Not The 9 to 5S4, Ep 8 - James Holmes: It's Ok To Go Back To A 9 to 5We are joined by James Holmes, technical manager for a post production studio in London. We discuss why he quit the freelancing life and went back to a 9 to 5, what he recommends freelancers to do if they are feeling stuck and we discuss how he has built is way up to being a technical manager. Subscribe for more content!
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2025-01-2028 min
The Deep 21#11 - Francesca Chandi Devi - Finding Love, Spirituality, Healing & PronounsFrancesca Rae Chandi Devi.A Psychic Development and Akashic Records coach hailing from Denver, Colorado. Studying spirit since 2014Educated on a range of modalities such as Vedic Astrology, Tarot, Pranic Healing, Reiki and Akashic Records. Francesca’s current mission is to get as many folks attuned to the Akashic Records as possible to create a massive wave of global and spiritual impact.The Deep 21 is an exploration of meaningful conversations, where I invite guests from various walks of life to share their stories, insights, and reflections.Each epis...
2024-12-281h 45
James Parris EditionEpisode 180 - The Parris Perspective: Shana Francesca's InsightsExploring Intentional Leadership and Authentic Relationships with Shana FrancescaIn this captivating episode, Shana Francesca, an expert in intentional and ethical leadership, shares her transformative journey from a challenging upbringing to becoming an influential leader in the field. Francesca discusses the significance of curiosity, respect, vulnerability, and accountability in fostering healthy relationships and ethical leadership. She offers insightful strategies for recognizing and addressing toxic leadership while promoting empathy and interconnectedness through practices like curiosity walks. The conversation extends to the dynamics of co-living, emphasizing genuine engagement and respectful communication. Francesca also highlights the importance of organizations investing...
2024-10-2528 minNot The 9 to 5S3, Ep 2 - Juno James: Song Writing is My TherapyThis week, we welcome our first musician guest, Juno James! She shares her journey beyond the 9 to 5, the power of visualisation for her debut gig, and her tips for staying protected in the music industry. Hit subscribe for your weekly dose of 'Not the 9 to 5' insights and inspiration!
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2024-08-1237 min
Stories of BeingFrom Party Girl to Breathwork Business Founder with Francesca Simpa In this week's episode I talk to Francesca Simpa, the creator of HypnoBreathwork and founder of experiential wellness company, Mastry.In this conversation, Francesca shares her journey from being a party girl in New York to running a successful Breathwork and wellness business. Through breathwork, she discovered stillness, intuition, and creativity and believes the future of wellness is the merging intuition and action, success and spirituality. In this episode we talk about the power of the breath, the importance of wellness and healing in the business landscape, intuitive action, how breathwork could change politics and...
2024-08-0649 min
The Payback PodEpisode 1-Francesca James: Building supportive communities that help entrepreneurs grow and thriveGet ready to ignite your entrepreneurial spirit with Joel Williams and Francesca James as they dive into the exciting world of Ideas Forums. Join the adventure as they uncover the secret sauce behind building a thriving community and making meaningful connections.
From shaking up the scene with AI, embracing the incredible benefits for brands working with Chaching to championing Welsh success stories, they're here to fuel your passion for growth and collaboration.
Get ready for Francesca's wild career ride and tap into the power of purpose-driven businesses. With practical tips for startups and scale-ups, Francesca...
2024-04-0921 min
Beyond The Bio034: The Grammys of Entrepreneurship with Francesca JamesThe GBEA awards are now officially OPEN for 2024 entry! In this episode, I’m joined by Francesca James, founder of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards and Community & Ideas Fest which has been described as the ‘Glastonbury for Business’. With a background in publishing and events, Francesca is passionate about telling the stories of entrepreneurs to support and champion their endeavours. She has built an incredible community of entrepreneurs and creates inspiration for business leaders across the nation. Francesca shares her top tips and tricks on entering the GBEAs...
2024-03-2526 min
The Healthtech Podcast#339 Working in healthcare is a privilege, with Francesca Wuttke CEO of nenFrancesca Wuttke is the founder and CEO of nen, a digital health company founded to help children with cancer, their families, and HCPs with pain management. nen offers a novel mission-driven approach to address pain management through play, leveraging gamification approaches and CBT to modulate pain and improve overall wellbeing. https://www.nen.healthApply to be a guest: www.thehealthtechpodcast.comGrab a ticket for The Healthtech Podcast LIVE and use the code james50 for 50% off!https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-healthtech-podcast-live-with-dr-helen-oneill-and-dr-karan-rajan-tickets-775522176707Subscribe to Healthtech Pigeon 🐦:www.heal...
2024-02-221h 16
Your Work Friends | Fresh Insights on the Now and Next of WorkGetting the Right Job with James HudsonSend us a textHi Friends!This week we’re talking about how to get the right job, for you. We’re stoked to be joined by James Hudson - a Talent Acquisition expert. He’s held executive roles at Nike, Levi’s and Net-a-Porter and is an established Forbes contributor. And, just a rad person. Check out his work here.We pick his brain on everything from the genesis of job roles to the strategies that help you secure not just any position, but the one that truly fits. Topics Include, Ho...
2024-01-121h 05
Intelligent Training. Holistic Health.THE ART OF INTELLIGENT RECOVERYIn this week's episode, James and Francesca give you the ultimate recovery strategies.
They explain:
Why recovery is important.
The 3 best things for recovery.
Foods that can help recovery.
Why ice baths might be ruining your recovery.
We hope you have enjoyed this week's episode.
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2023-08-2127 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.WHAT IS THE BEST CARDIO?In this week's episode, James and Francesca discuss the best form of cardio.
They answer the most common questions:
What are the different types of cardio?
What are the health benefits?
How often should you do it?
What are the best activities?
How can I keep muscle and do cardio?
They also discuss cardio for fat loss and the best nutrition to fuel your cardiovascular activity.
We hope you enjoy this week's episode.
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2023-08-1439 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.WHY STRONG IS BETTER THAN SKINNYIn this week's episode, James and Francesca explain why getting strong is better than getting skinny.
They chat about:
Why getting strong will get you lean not skinny.
What the difference between strong and skinny is.
Why calories and macros determine your results.
What the steps are to get you strong.
We hope you enjoy this week's episode.
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2023-08-0716 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.THE 3 BEST FAT LOSS STRATEGIESIn this week's episode, James and Francesca take you through the 3 best fat loss strategies.
They discuss:
How James lost 20 pounds in 10 weeks.
Calorie counting.
Diet restriction.
Time restriction.
What you have to sacrifice to make a fat-loss diet work.
How much weight to lose per week to maintain muscle mass.
We hope you enjoy this week's episode.
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2023-07-3129 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.IS SOCIAL MEDIA RUINING YOUR GAINS?James and Francesca are back!
In their first episode after a break, they discuss whether social media is ruining your goals.
They dive into:
What is the average amount of time people spend on social media?
Do you scroll when you are in the gym?
Do you scroll when you're at social gatherings?
How scrolling makes you feel.
Ways to prevent scrolling.
Why we are going social media free on the weekends.
2023-07-2435 min
The James Granstrom Podcast - Super Soul Model seriesRising Above Adversity: Overcoming Eating Disorders and Finding Healing with Francesca BasSend us a textIn this episode I have an inspiring conversation with Francesca Bas, the brave author, TEDx speaker, and coach who healed herself from of an eating disorder and feelings of disconnection that held her back. "Healing isn't linear its about taking one step at a time".- Francesca BasFrancesca's journey is a testament to her resilience. Her story will resonate with many, especially at a time when mental health issues like eating disorders are alarmingly prevalent. In this heartfelt discussion, we'll uncover Francesca's j...
2023-07-1328 min
Running on JoyEpisode 42: James PooleJoy is...Your Own Speed.James Poole is a North Face Explorer Team ultra runner and all round enthusiast for the outdoors, who have been a long-time voice for connection and inclusivity within the running community. He has run some of the most prestigious ultra-races around the world, including the iconic Western States and UTMB, as well as epic adventures such as an unsupported, 430km journey across the Gobi Desert. He holds the fastest known time for crossing the Balearic island of Mallorca on the GR221 and has just returned from a second solo, self-supported attempt to...
2023-05-021h 02
Women Over 70: Aging Reimagined224 Francesca James: Helping People Find Their WholenessFrancesca James, age 71, from Ingelwood CA, is a full-time intuitive wellness coach and energy healer. After a life-threatening bout with cancer, Francesca gave up high-stress work as a successful Black woman in white corporate America to connect “more deeply with my inner world.” This journey inspired her book, Resurrecting the Muse: Woman’s Guide to Rising Above Societal Conditioning. These are Francesca's three non-negotiables. #1. "I am unapologetic in my Blackness," which includes teaching white people about unconscious bias and racism in her class on ‘Deconstructing Racism: Moving from Discomfort to Action.' #2: Listen to and trust your intuitive voice. #3: Honor and...
2023-04-2627 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.THE NEWBIE GUIDE TO RESISTANCE TRAININGIn this week's episode, James and Francesca show you how to create the perfect resistance training program.
They explain:
The benefits of resistance training.
The 7 movements your program should include.
What training split to start with.
How to get more bang for your buck with exercises.
How to make your program time efficient.
Why resting between sets is important.
How to set up from home and the essential skill of core bracing!
We hope you have enjoyed this week's...
2023-01-1627 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.HOW TO SET GOALS FOR 2023HAPPY NEW YEAR!
In this week's episode, James and Francesca help you set goals for 2023.
They explain:
Why a goal is important.
The benefits of having a goal.
Finding your why.
The two types of goals.
How to measure them.
What sacrifices are you willing to make.
We hope you enjoy this week's episode.
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2023-01-0326 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.YOUR CHRISTMAS SURVIVAL GUIDE: How you can stay on track without sacrificing the fun.In today's episode, James and Francesca show you how you can still enjoy the Christmas period, without losing all your hard work from the year.
They explain:
How you can train to maximise efficiency and get more bang for your buck.
The most underrated exercise.
How to enjoy all the festive treats but still stay on track with your nutrition.
Why protein and fibre are so crucial during this time.
Why owning your f**k ups helps you progress.
We hope you enjoy...
2022-12-1429 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.HOT TOPIC: LIVER KING EXPOSED. WHY LACK OF FIBRE MAY BE RUINING YOUR HEALTH.In today's episode, James and Francesca give you their thoughts on the recent news regarding The Liver King and why it's no surprise in the fitness industry.
They also chat in depth about one of the most overlooked elements of your nutrition.......fibre.
They break down what fibre actually is, explaining the two primary groups.
The science behind how it works and why it's brilliant for your health. Including weight loss, cholesterol, PCOS and more.
Where and how you can add fibre to your diet.
The exact amounts you need...
2022-12-0929 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.Sleep your way to better health.In today's episode, James and Francesca give you their favourite tips to improve your sleep and health.
They talk about:
How sleep can impact your muscle gain and fat loss, including the research linked below.
The stages of sleep we go through and what is most important.
Tips to set yourself up for a quality night's sleep.
Things in your daily routine that could be having a negative impact on your sleep.
Why naps may or may not be working for you. Are they necessary?
We hop...
2022-11-2831 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.Why Everyone Should Resistance Train.In today's episode, James and Francesca explain why everyone should be resistance training.
Why it's the best anti-ageing trick around.
Why it's never too late to start.
The physiological benefits as we age.
How to implement resistance training into your life.
Why it's so beneficial for women and those going through menopause.
We hope you enjoy this week's episode!
Thank you for listening.
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2022-11-2327 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.How a Fat Loss Diet Works.In today's episode, James and Francesca take you through how a fat-loss diet actually works.
Why diets fail.
The difference between weight loss and fat loss.
What a calorie is.
Calories in vs calories out and understanding the factors determining the number of calories you burn.
Energy density vs nutrient density and why carbs aren't the enemy.
Why your smartwatch is lying to you.
We hope you enjoy this episode and if so, please like, subscribe and share this podcast with your friend...
2022-11-1440 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.Breaking and Creating habitsIn today's episode, Francesca and James take you through breaking and creating habits.
What causes bad habits?
The 4 W's (where, when, who, what).
How to break a habit and create new ones.
5 high-impactful habits that anyone can benefit from.
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2022-11-1140 minIntelligent Training. Holistic Health.GET COMFORTABLE BEING UNCOMFORTABLEIn today's episode, James and Francesca talk about comfort zones.
What is a comfort zone?
Why is it so hard to step out of it?
How do you get out of it?
Why it's such a mental game and suggestions on expanding your comfort zone.
We hope you enjoy this week's episode!
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2022-10-3137 min
Intelligent Training. Holistic Health.Welcome to Intelligent Training Holistic Health Podcast!James and Francesca welcome you to their first-ever podcast.
Today, you get to know us and how we became coaches. We dive into our background and what you can expect from future episodes.
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2022-10-2427 min
Organise48 - WIN CLIENTS By Being Yourself On Social Media (with Francesca Tricarico)I'm joined by Francesca Tricarico - owner of Future Cloud Accounting and someone I've followed since I started my LinkedIn account.
Not only is she a busy business owner and a mum, she documents her whole journey and has over 50k followers on LinkedIn.
Together we're discussing:
• What a difference being yourself can make
• The best way you can get started
• How accountancy is changing
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2022-09-0648 min
Libri dall'ignoto - Avventure nelle idee e nella meraviglia#22 Naufragio e schiavitù nel Sahara - Memorie del 1815 del capitano James RileySufferings in Africa racconta la storia del capitano James Riley e dei suoi compagni che naufragarono lungo le coste dell'Africa sahariana nell'agosto del 1815 e che furono catturati e fatti schiavi da tribù nomadi del deserto. Quando uscì il libro ebbe grande successo. Era famoso. Nel 1860 Lincoln elencò questo libro insieme alla Bibbia e ad alcuni altri come i libri che lo influenzarono di più. Il titolo originale era "Authentic Narrative of the Loss of the American Brig Commerce"... Non vorrei spoilerare troppo. Anche se a grandi linee la storia è ovvia. Naufragano nel Sahara e poi ovviamente almeno Riley riesce a tor...
2022-06-0518 min
The Events CastFrom an event-led business to a community-led business: How Mind the Product not only survived but thrived during the pandemic with James MayesIn this episode, we talk with James Mayes, CEO @ Mind the Product (the world's largest product community with meetups, trainings, and conferences all around the world) about how they have transformed from an event business to a community/membership-led business that has allowed them to not only survive during the pandemic but thrive as a business. We discuss how they came up with this idea, how they executed it in such a short timeframe and how it has turned out for them. We also talk about how to build a strong and engaging community with your audience, how to deliver...
2021-12-1228 min
The Empowered SeriesRJM x Francesca V: The StarsToday, Ryan James Monroe is sitting down with “fashion’s favorite cosmic queen," Francesca V. In this conversation, Francesca reminds us that we are all unique and connected—that there is a map in the sky for each of us and the energy of the stars is on our side. As an astrologer, Francesca is dedicated to empowering her clients by providing them with a practical understanding on how to manage the strengths and challenges of these planetary influences. If you are looking for a dose of inspiration, empowerment, and clarity, this conversation is with you! Follow Francesca on Instag...
2021-11-301h 12
We Need Each OtherBLACK BODIES IN BRONZEDana King is a classical figurative sculptor. She rescues everyday Black American heroines/heroes from unjust obscurity and then ennobles their tenacity and courage through figurative sculpture. Dana King continues the tradition of our African elder storytellers by telling the stories of Black Bodies in Bronze. Dana says she prefers sculptures because they inhabit space and space is power.
2021-11-221h 06
Love Machine with James PreeceThe Art of Alonement - with Francesca SpecterWould You Like to Learn to Enjoy Being On Your Own More?
In this fascinating episode, James talks to Francesca Specter about her Alonement Movement.
Alonement is a community that celebrates the transformative power of quality ‘me-time’, whatever your age, life stage or relationship status.
She explains how this all came about and offers great advice about how to simply enjoy your own company.
Do listen and let me know what you think!
Francesca Specter is a London-based journalist, podcaster and the founder of Alonement – a platform dedicated to explori...
2021-11-0136 min
We Need Each OtherTHE BOOK JEWELOwner, Karen Dial, and manager, Sean Moor have truly brought a jewel to Southern Calfornia with the opening of the bookstore, "The Book Jewel." In a time when so much is unfamiliar and so much of what Humankind loves has been held at bay, Karen and Sean had the consciousness to open an amazing bookstore in the midst of a pandemic. The success of this store and the diverse outreach speaks volumes about their integrity and character. I applaud them and wish them continued success.
2021-10-1138 min
Extra Ordinary with James Wallis#30 - Francesca Specter - Falling in Love with Being AloneHello and welcome to extra ordinary with me James Wallis - the podcast that shines a light on ordinary people doing extraordinary things.
This week I speak to internationally published author Francesca Specter to talks me about Alonement - a word she invented and trademarked herself
Francesca, a self-confessed reformed ‘extreme extrovert’, coined the word ‘alonement’ after discovering there was no positive word in the English language to describe valuable, fulfilling time spent alone.
She has since gone on to feature everywhere from Sky News to BBC Woman’s Hour, partnered with leading publication...
2021-10-051h 05
We Need Each OtherLAW PROFESSOR, ERIC MILLER, SPEAKS OF THE "DIRTY SECRET" IN THE WAY LAW IS TAUGHT IN LAW SCHOOLSEric Miller, Professor of Law at Loyola Law School and Leo J. O'Brien Fellow, believes that changes must be made in the way Law students are exposed to the law. The perception has been that all criminals are "Moral Monsters." Eric believes this indoctrination must be shifted. Particularly, because it misrepresents the Black male. He has co-written a Case Book to assist in this shift in awareness.
2021-09-2852 min
AlonementMichael James Wong: Mindfulness & The Value Of Inaction SkillsThis week I’m talking to Michael James Wong, the founder of global mindfulness collective Just Breathe. Earlier this year, he launched a brilliant meditation app of the same name. He is committed to bringing mindfulness to people around the world – whether that’s through in-person events which in the past have attracted over 1,000 participants, or through being connected online. He’s also just about the calmest person I’ve ever spoken to. His latest book, Senzaruru: Small Steps and Gentle Wisdom to Heal the World, really speaks to Michael’s ‘less is more’ philosophy. In this conversation we discuss the valu...
2021-09-2444 min
We Need Each OtherEMPATHY IS MY SUPERPOWERJoy Assent’s story is compelling. She was raised by parents who were addicted to crack cocaine. At a young age, she was robbed at gunpoint and later fell victim to a severe head injury. Yet, she thrives; she loves; she sees through the eyes of the other. Joy has lived and continues to live through her open heart bringing the gift of empathy. That open-hearted empathy is her superpower. Six years in the army which moved her into a different way of living and now a member of an HR team, Joy refers to herself as...
2021-09-0750 min
We Need Each OtherMY VERY DIFFICULT BEGINNINGS BECAME MY SUPERPOWERJoy Assent’s story is compelling!Joy was raised by parents who were addicted to crack cocaine. Although the youngest child, she became the caregiver of 2 older siblings at a very early age. Joy exuded love. She was robbed at gunpoint and later fell victim to a severe head injury as a very young child. Yet, she thrives; she loves. Joy has lived and continues to live through her open heart. That open heart is her superpower. Six years in the army moved her into a different way of living and now as a member of an HR...
2021-09-0651 min
The Places We'll Go Marketing ShowFrancesca James, Founder of Great British Entrepreneurs Awards - A Journey to the TopIn this episode, Fran gives advice to entrepreneurs just starting out, why she started Lightbulb Sessions and what she wants her legacy to be
Who is Francesca James?
Francesca is the founder of the Great British Entrepreneur Awards and community. With a background in publishing and events, Francesca is passionate about telling the stories of entrepreneurs in an effort to support and champion their endeavours.
Founded in 2013, the Great British Entrepreneur Awards acknowledges the hard work and inspiring stories of entrepreneurs and businesses in the United Kingdom.
The Awards have celebrated some...
2021-08-3143 min
We Need Each OtherTHE MAGIC OF DIANNE REEVESIf you know anything about Dianne Reeves, if you’ve heard her sing, the power in her voice, you’re aware that there’s something extraordinary happening there. Her voice touches the soul. Her presence is felt the moment she walks into a room.I was curious to understand the origin of her depth. I wanted to understand what she's leaned on, her superpower, that has allowed her to shine so brightly through this racist society and come out unscathed. We had a fun time speaking of what I refer to as her magic. Tune i...
2021-08-1353 min
We Need Each OtherBLACK LAW STUDENT ASSOCIATION OF LOYOLA LAW SCHOOLThe Black Law Student Association of Loyola Law School created a list of demands to combat the effects of systemic racism poisoning our legal system and their campus climate.BLSA of Loyola Law School called upon the administration to stand in solidarity with the Black community, uphold the values it proclaims proudly within its mission statement, and exemplify these objectives through tangible and financial future actions.
2021-07-1955 min
We Need Each OtherTRANSCENDING THE INFLUENCE OF MASS MEDIA ON PERCEPTIONS OF BLACK PEOPLEDr. Shani Byard is a social justice advocate and professor. Listen as she guides on how to stop buying into the stereotypes perpetuated by the media,
2021-06-2952 min
We Need Each OtherKAVON WARD BRINGS JUSTICE TO BRUCE'S BEACHstarted her advocacy around Bruce's Beach on Juneteenth, 2020 when she and other co-founders of a group in the South Bay put together a picnic at Bruce's Beach to shed light on black history in Manhattan Beach. Hear what Kavon believes justice for the Bruce family means and what reparations for black people look like as it pertains to America making amends for stealing black land.
2021-06-2139 min
We Need Each OtherLIARS, TYRANTS, AND PRAYERSRev. Jason Mitchell is a staff minister of Agape International Spiritual Center. Rev. Jason's insight helps to make sense of a world that frequently feels that it makes no sense at all. This is an episode that you might just want to listen to over and over.
2021-05-3151 min
We Need Each OtherBLACKNESS AND THE WORKPLACEJessica Pharm is a free-thinking HR professional with a background in employee relations, recruitment, training, and employment law and policies. She believes in advocating for and assisting Black professionals as they struggle to navigate the complicated and stressful world that is corporate America. Jessica's mission is to empower Black professionals by providing resources, guidance, and support within a safe place to speak truth to power about the uniqueness of our shared experiences and identities.
2021-05-1750 min
We Need Each OtherHappy Mother's Day: Me and my GullsThis has to be my favorite episode ever! This week I shared the mic with my 2 daughters. We took the chance to laugh and reminisce. Tune in and join the fun!
2021-05-0956 min
We Need Each OtherA Bridge of UnderstandingMy guests, Heather Rebecca Wilson and Porter Lori have at least one thing in common. They are both bi-racial. Many have never considered what it is like to maneuver through society not necessarily being fully accepted by your ethnicities because you are "different". Have you considered the role White Supremacy plays?Both Heather and Porter offer a bridge to a greater understanding of the human spirit and the need for connection and unconditional love.
2021-04-261h 05
We Need Each OtherVILLAGE MENTORING FOR YOUNG MEN OF COLORWes Hall is currently contracted with the Los Angeles Unified School District, where he Co-Created the Young Men of Color Initiative that services the entire district. Wes has conducted one of the nation's most in-depth independent studies measuring the attitudes and behaviors of young men of color pertaining to education and its impact on their future financial well-being.
2021-04-1249 min
We Need Each OtherI AM NOT MY HAIRCarla New surprised herself by the incredible response she received after updating her profile picture on LinkedIn showing her natural hair. It took a lot of courage to get there. Her post has inspired many; 334,650 views, 1474 comments, 15,644 reactions, and counting.
2021-04-0545 min
We Need Each OtherHONORING ALL WOMEN THIS MONTHIt's Women's History Month and I honor all the women who go unnoticed.
2021-03-2222 min
We Need Each OtherEDUCATION: A PATHWAY TO A DIFFERENT FUTUREDr. Ann Ifekwunigwe is an equity warrior who is committed to making the world a better place through education.
2021-03-1541 min
We Need Each OtherRemembering We Are All IndigenousRalph Gustavo Zamora, is a DJ and community organizer from Los Angeles, California who is committed to linking the elite knowledge of higher institutions to local communities. Through his music curatorial & digital art experience and commitment to the community, Ralph will utilize his experience to ensure that his artistic business collective, LYBL (Live Your Best Life), upholds its integrity.
2021-03-0851 min
We Need Each OtherBlack Woman's History MonthThis is Woman's History Month. This year with eyes wide open to the atrocities inflicted upon Black people I am calling this year "Black Women's History Month." Let us learn more and appreciate more what Black Woman has endured as she continues to be the support of this land.
2021-03-0244 min
We Need Each OtherBlack History: In Living ColorDenise Minns-Harris comes to share LIVED Black History with us. – Denise is a Lifelong Grassroots Activist, Sister, Teacher, Wife, Mother, Grandmother, Dancer, Buddhist, and professional Fundraiser for a wide variety of national and local political, educational, progressive non-profit, and advocacy organizations.
2021-02-221h 01
We Need Each OtherTHE HONEST TRUTH10 year old, Joey, has some powerful words of wisdom for his elders. He's found his way to thriving after being kept from school, social interactions, and sports for nearly a year. Take a listen. Maybe you'll shift some perspectives.
2021-02-1540 min
We Need Each OtherPLANTATION PATRIARCHYProfessor, Edutainer & Facilitator, George Lee, better known as The Conscious Lee, has a wide perspective on today's society and teaches in quite a unique way. Take a listen
2021-02-0845 min
We Need Each OtherREPRESENTING OUR ANCESTORSAde Anifowose is a Nigerian man born in the UK, conceived in Germany, and feels more at home in America. His views on the "goings-on" at this time in human history are uniquely Ade.
2021-02-0148 min
We Need Each Other"I Am the Guardian of My Own Soul."Rev Arlene Cecelia Hylton is Director of Agape's “Living Foods Ministry" is Director of Agape's “Living Foods Ministry" and she is the Spiritual Director of Safe Harbor Treatment Center for Women located in Costa Mesa. Although Rev. Arlene was in Jamaica, her life in the USA has been profound and interesting.
2021-01-2541 min
We Need Each OtherCops in Schools: Yes? No?Gil Gamez has been a Police Officer for LAUSD for over 18 years. He is currently the Police Officers Association Union President. Hear his perspective on Cops in Schools and policing in general.
2021-01-1853 min
We Need Each OtherInvisible in a White-Washed WorldKalia was raised by her White mother in Black schools and Black neighborhoods. She learned from her what is to be Black in America. She visited her Black immigrant father in White neighborhoods where those conversations did not occur.
2021-01-1156 min
We Need Each OtherAGEISM IS A BULLY!In the 1980s Mariann Aalda was a daytime television pioneer as defense attorney, DiDi Bannister, on ABC’s EDGE OF NIGHT. Because of being affected by ageism in the entertainment industry, Mariann is now learning and listening from a new phase in life.
2020-12-1455 min
We Need Each OtherSPIRTUAL BYPASSSpiritual Bypass leaves no room for holding anyone accountable for the atrocities, says, Eisha A. Mason, a “spiritual practitioner” of New Thought/Ancient Wisdom, a community facilitator, activist, teacher, and published author focusing on the intersections of social justice, nonviolence, spirituality, and the “soul work of social change.”Listen as Eisha explains how individuals unconsciously use Spiritual Bypass as-a way to avoid doing their inner work so that they don't have to feel.
2020-12-0738 min
We Need Each OtherI LOVE IMMERSING IN OTHER CULTURES.Paul Harrison is a Television Producer who launched Pigeon, Inc, a full-service production company, in 2015. With one focus, to serve the underserved communities that have been long underrepresented in media, Pigeon is proud of its history in doing just that, with 5 NAACP Nominations and 3 wins.
2020-11-3040 min
We Need Each OtherWhite America, What Are You Willing to Risk?Dante James is co-founder of The Gemini Group, a consulting firm focused on addressing racial inequity within government, higher education, and the corporate and non-profit sector. Dante says many conversations have been around diversity. However, there is a dominant culture that is straight, White, Christian, Able-Bodied, and Male. Diversity doesn't create change. There are detrimental outcomes for people of color. There must be a culture change. Whiteness has been the default. That's White Supremacy.
2020-11-2333 min
We Need Each OtherARE All White People Racists???Wally's message to White America is, "If your need to be comfortable is stronger than your desire to right the wrongs of our ancestors YOU ARE UPHOLDING AND CONTINUING SYSTEMIC RACISM. He believes this is done because all White people are racists.
2020-11-1655 min
We Need Each OtherHEALING DISCRIMINATION- STEP ONEBonnie Sadigh is an Iranian immigrant in America. At the age of 13, she had to decide for herself whether or not to believe the warnings she was given about the "dangerous" Black people. Then she encountered her "guardian" who provided her a safe haven. She calls him her first Black friend.Bonnie believes in the wholeness of each individual and strives to unlock their untapped potentials so that they can thrive and live life to the fullest.
2020-11-0938 min
We Need Each OtherOLD FASHIONED WISDOM FOR A NEW GENERATION...MAMAISMSA conversation with Sonia Jackson about her creative projects, including her upcoming production of "Mamaisms" live streaming on November 8th through The Whitefire Theatre.
2020-11-0234 min
Risk TalksFrancesca Fraulo - The evolution of ESG investments from a credit and ratings perspective.I was delighted to have been joined by Francesca Fraulo for a discussion on the evolution of ESG investments from a credit and ratings perspective. It was an enjoyable conversation with Francesca, who has a background as a Director at Fitch Ratings, an MD for CRIF Ratings and is a Founding Partner at SustainAdvisory. I hope you enjoy what she had to share. Bookmarks and questions are as follows if you prefer to focus on a specific topic:
🔸 How has the increase in ESG investments impacted the rating agency industry? 0:44
🔸 How are Credit Rating Agencies coping w...
2020-11-0118 min
We Need Each OtherTAKE OFF THE ROSE COLORED GLASSES. WE ARE IN CRISIS!!I decided to take over the mic this episode because I’m exhausted by White people giving lip service to ally-ship. I have the great pleasure of having deep conversations with White people who are willing to be uncomfortable. Therefore, participating in the healing of our world. However, most of the White people that I speak with put the healing of racism on their “back burner.” WE ARE IN CRISIS.! Yet, you place it on the back burner. So, I just needed to talk today.
2020-10-2613 min
We Need Each OtherBREAKING THROUGH THE FOG FROM MY ANCESTORSCathy Means' eyes have been opened to the atrocities of systemic racism through the experience of being the mother of a Black and Brown child. I met Cathy Means because we were both members of the choir at Agape International Spiritual Center in Culver City, CA. She actually drew my attention when she adopted her Black and Brown son.
2020-10-1949 min
We Need Each OtherWE ARE CO-CREATORSZion Shabazz has studied and practiced around the world to uncover and master an incredibly effective combination of available healing tools. Zion targets the root of one's physical or emotional stress in order to facilitate a safe transformation of that energy. In this way, he is working toward treating the cause rather than temporarily treating the symptom.
2020-10-1246 min
We Need Each Other"A Seat at the Table" presents “RETURNING HOME”This is a special episode from "A Seat at the Table" entitled “RETURNING HOME” Black people in America have had stripped from us the concept of home. Home is the place where one looks around and sees and feels those who are like us. The place where we feel safe and protected. The place where we do business with each other and demonstrate care for each other. White America will learn much from taking the time to listen in. I hope for Black Americans you will find a little bit of home by listening in and realizing that we are all...
2020-10-051h 32
DatacastEpisode 43: From Economics and Operations Management to Data Science with Francesca LazzeriShow Notes(2:37) Francesca discussed her educational background in Italy, studying Economics and Institutional Studies at LUISS Guido Carli University for her Master’s and then Economics and Technology Innovation at Sant’Anna University for her Ph.D. She also mentioned her transition to studying in the US at Harvard Business School.(7:43) Francesca shared the anecdote behind going to HBS to pursue a Postdoc Research Fellowship in Economics. She also revealed the differences in the educational approaches between Italy and the United States.(15:15) During her Postdoc, Francesca worked on multiple patent data-driven projects to investigate and measure the impact of externa...
2020-09-281h 25
We Need Each OtherHUMANITY NEEDS AN UPGRADETheo Wilson went undercover as a White Supremacist and found himself feeling unexpectedly compassionate, as he realized the degree of fear that is housed inside of their hatred.
2020-09-2835 min
We Need Each Other“BLACK WOMAN'S GUIDE TO SURVIVING THE HEALTH CARE SYSTEM IN AMERICA”Camille Jones is a Ph.D. candidate in international nutrition, with a focus on maternal-child health. She spent the last year in South India working on a trial that focuses on improving the health of mothers and their babies. Currently, her research is in child nutrition and immunity, and her passions are in the maternal health of Black Americans.
2020-09-2132 min
We Need Each OtherFAMILYThese are the elder children of the Palmer family. I'm the biological mother of one. I love them and I’m pretty sure they love me like one big happy family. Family comes in all shapes, sizes and color. This episode is for me because We Need Each Other.
2020-09-1445 min
We Need Each OtherCOPS: DO THEY STILL PROTECT AND SERVE?Listen to police officers, whose identities remain anonymous for the sake them speaking openly with no fear of retaliation. They discuss the current exposure of police brutality, offer insight on police reform and confirm the threat experienced by officers who expose misconduct of their fellow officers. One officer admits, “A lot of times mistakes are made. Mistakes happen. If more cops would admit I messed up instead of trying to covering it and make the perps the bad guy a lot of what we see would not be happening.“
2020-09-071h 01
We Need Each OtherCOVID THE TRUTH STORY (Don't Give Away Your Power)“Rainbow” has been a nurse for 25 years. She’s here anonymously sharing wisdom on what’s really going on and how to prevent your body from being a welcomed host for Covid-19. Level up!
2020-08-311h 02
We Need Each OtherHOW'S YOUR HEART, RON G?When a comedian provides comic relief for everyone else, what does he lean on during these tumultuous times? How is your heart, Ron G?
2020-08-2442 min
We Need Each OtherSOMETHING IN YOUR SPIRIT SAYS,YES!Paris proves that a Spiritual practice can take you to places you've only imagined. She's had quite the year. Her Nike spread, articles in Self magazine, Shondaland, MadamNoire, are evidence of the power of prayer. Paris is on the fast track to great success, all guided from within.
2020-08-1729 min
We Need Each OtherBECAUSE I'M A HUMAN BEINGTina Cameron is a White woman who has been so moved by the atrocities that she has seen inflicted upon Black people that she is fully engaged and committed to being a part of the deconstruction of racism.
2020-08-1040 min
We Need Each OtherBLACK MEN IN AMERICA_ INJUSTICE, NO PEACEThis special episode release is the audio version of our Zoom Webinar series, A Seat at the Table. This is the opportunity to hear Black men tell the truth of what it is to live while Black in the USA.Healing and education abound.
2020-08-031h 35
We Need Each OtherMOTHERING BLACK CHILDRENMothering Black children has never been an easy task given the racist society in which we live. Since the murder of George Floyd, it has taken on a new level. Hear from the hearts of 3 mothers of Black children what it means for their relationships with their children.
2020-07-2741 min
We Need Each OtherPEACE4KIDSZaid Gayle's desire is to have the youth in foster care become the masters of their destiny.Zaid serves as the Executive Director of Peace4Kids and oversees an ambitious organizational growth plan, with the intended impact of helping youth in foster care cultivate their strengths and transition successfully into adulthood.
2020-07-2043 min
We Need Each OtherSIMPLY BECAUSE OF THE COLOR OF MY SKINYumi Warner gives her perspective as a Black woman in a place of leadership in corporate America. Currently, she is a personal trainer and area manager for Equinox, a luxury fitness company. Although she has experienced a good amount of racism throughout her career in fitness Yumi remains motivated and motivational.
2020-07-1346 min
We Need Each OtherWOMAN: UNAPOLOGETICALLY UNSTOPPABLEAmira Alvarez is the founder and CEO of The Unstoppable Woman, a global coaching company helping entrepreneurs, empire builders, athletes, creatives, and rising stars in all fields achieve their dreams and goals in record time. As someone who has made a quantum leap (going from barely making 6-figures to making $700k in one year, then onto 7-figures) and has lived to tell about it, she knows exactly what tactical strategies and mindset shifts are required to get out of your own way, live life on your own terms, and master the art of achieving any goal you set your mind...
2020-07-0633 min
We Need Each OtherYOUNG, GIFTED AND BLACKMike Riley is a young black scholar who has been politically focused since childhood. He speaks of the importance of Black people recognizing that this is our country, this is our society just as much as anyone. It is needed for Black people to be more fully involved. While White people must recognize that we don't need you to be our savior. We need you to educate yourself on your privilege and race.
2020-06-2937 min
2020-06-2237 min
We Need Each OtherDEAR WHITE PEOPLEToday I am asking three White people, who I know care about the injustice in the Black community and the system of racism, to collaborate and come up with some direction, some action, to bring about the deconstruction of this system. All of us in this episode, "Dear White People" are aware that the first step is through the heart.
2020-06-171h 02
We Need Each OtherTHE POWER OF THE COLLECTIVEDr. Roxana Acosta is currently a medical intern at Centro Medico de Especialidades in Ciudad Juarez, She speaks of the devastation of being on the frontline during the COVID-19 pandemic. "We were told that if we wore face masks, we would create panic and chaos. We were kept in the dark about a lot of the suspect and/or positive cases.UPDATE: Dr. Acosta returned to her hospital on June 1st. In her words, “The exact number of cases is still a bit tricky. Because unless we have the test results we sometimes just have suspect cases. But at lea...
2020-06-1534 min