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The Black Pack with Adrianne ShropshireSNAP Crisis and Trump Fleecing the Federal Flock + DOJ Sends Poll Monitor to Dem Strongholds and Prop 50 Final PushIn hour one, Laurie Bertram Roberts, co-founder and executive director of the Mississippi Reproductive Freedom Fund, joins to discuss the SNAP crisis and how our understanding of who deserves support needs to change. Social impact strategist Ifeoma Ike, founder of Pink Cornrows, also joins to discuss Trump's pilfering of our resources and money for his own benefit.In hour two, Rebekah Carruthers, president and CEO of the Fair Elections Center joins to discuss the Trump DOJ sending poll monitors to several Dem strongholds and concerns about voter intimidation. NAACP CA/HI State Conference President Rick Callender also joins...
2025-11-131h 18
From Chains to LinksThe Power Of Black Innovation: What We've Learned & Where We're Going Next...In this season finale of From Chains to Links, hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton reflect on the incredible journey of the podcast, celebrating its role in elevating Black innovation, entrepreneurship, and community empowerment. They dive into the impact of storytelling, mental wellness in business, and the power of collective economics - while hinting at exciting new projects on the horizon. With humor, honesty, and deep insights, they explore how innovation isn’t just about tech but also about people, culture, and the stories we share. This isn’t goodbye—it’s just the beginning of something even bigger!...
2025-09-2421 min
From Chains to Links10 Things We Love About Black People | Culture, Joy, LegacyIn this unapologetically Black and joyful episode, we break down ten things we love about Black people. From the way we hook up our food, to the rhythm in our DNA, the joy in our laughter, and the power in our resistance—this is a celebration of culture, legacy, and truth. Join hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton as they talk about the deep roots of our music, the art of the clapback, and why dancing anywhere is simply non-negotiable. If you love us, you’ll love this episode. And if you don’t? We got plenty of clapbacks for yo...
2025-09-1712 min
From Chains to LinksMeritocracy Is A Lie | The Truth About Black ExcellenceAs DEI programs are stripped away and historical narratives are rewritten, what’s really happening to Black communities? In this episode, we dive into the quiet yet deliberate erasure of Blackness in America, the myth of meritocracy, and why economic and political solidarity are more crucial than ever. Hosts Our hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton break down the systemic forces at play and ask the critical question: If Black people have always led the movement, who will lead the next rebellion? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...
2025-09-1017 min
From Chains to LinksBusiness Is A Spiritual Journey | Founders Talk FaithIn this episode of From Chains to Links, we explore the intersections of faith, spirituality, and black innovation. Our hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton engage in a deep conversation on redefining spiritual practices, embracing the divine feminine, and how these practices can inspire black entrepreneurship and generational wealth creation. From ancestral connections through music to personal reflections on faith beyond the church, this episode offers a fresh perspective on seeking without fear and building a spiritual home. Join us as we reimagine what it means to thrive—both spiritually and as a community. Hosted by Si...
2025-09-0319 min
From Chains to LinksThe Hard Truth About Entrepreneurship | What No One Tells YouEntrepreneurship isn’t just about success—it’s about failing, learning, and pivoting. In this episode, Ifeoma Ike and Dr. Kelly Burton get real about the challenges of building a business, from how the wrong team can cost you everything to the financial mistakes and tax pitfalls that trip up entrepreneurs. They break down the emotional toll of entrepreneurship while sharing the hard-earned lessons no one talks about. If you're thinking about starting a business or already in the game, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in now! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswiz...
2025-08-2730 min
From Chains to LinksTikTok Ban Or Black Renaissance? Who Really Owns Our Culture?What happens when Black creatives lose yet another digital platform? In this episode, Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton explore the TikTok ban, the fight for Black ownership in the digital realm, and the larger conversation about who truly profits from our culture. From the déjà vu of the Vine shutdown to the systemic barriers that prevent us from building our own, we delve into the realities of digital homelessness, the power of Black creativity, and the urgent need for trust, community, and equity. Is this a setback—or the beginning of something greater? Tune in as we discuss what...
2025-08-2029 min
From Chains to Links10 Tips For Wellness, Wealth & Winning In 2025In this vibrant and thought-provoking episode of From Chains to Links, co-hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton dive into a lively discussion on the top 10 ways entrepreneurs, creators, and visionaries can thrive in 2025. From prioritizing wellness and renewing passports to cultivating meaningful connections and embracing creativity, Ifeoma and Kelly serve up wisdom, humor, and practical advice to help listeners elevate their lives and careers. With powerful reflections on forgiveness, generosity, and getting in the flow, this episode is an inspiring call to action for anyone ready to embrace a new chapter. Tune in for candid insights, laughter, and a...
2025-08-1318 min
From Chains to LinksThick Thighs Save Lives And Other Ways We Get Free In 2025In this candid and thought-provoking episode of From Chains to Links, hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton explore the interconnected themes of rest, reset, and the evolving fight for equity in a multicultural democracy. Through heartfelt reflections, sharp humor, and powerful insights, they tackle everything from the historical contributions of Black communities to modern movements for justice to the importance of prioritizing rest as a revolutionary act. With discussions on building intentional communities and reimagining the path to liberation, this episode inspires listeners to embrace rest, reclaim their power, and reimagine the future. Hosted by Simplecast...
2025-08-0627 min
From Chains to LinksThe Power Of Black Innovation: What We've Learned & Where We're Going Next...In this season finale of From Chains to Links, hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton reflect on the incredible journey of the podcast, celebrating its role in elevating Black innovation, entrepreneurship, and community empowerment. They dive into the impact of storytelling, mental wellness in business, and the power of collective economics - while hinting at exciting new projects on the horizon. With humor, honesty, and deep insights, they explore how innovation isn’t just about tech but also about people, culture, and the stories we share. This isn’t goodbye—it’s just the beginning of something even bigger!
2025-07-2621 min
From Chains to LinksWhat Does Leadership, Wellness & Empowerment Look Like Today? Hint: She's BlackIn this heartfelt episode of From Chains to Links, Kelly Burton and Ifeoma Ike are joined by Erin Horne McKinney and Cici Battle to tackle the unique challenges of being Black women founders and entrepreneurs. A raw, honest reflection into the costs of leadership, each guest shares tips on how to prioritize self-care, establish boundaries, and put oneself first while still standing in the gap for others. This vulnerable conversation is the perfect pillow for all those who need a safe place to rest and remind themselves of their power. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company...
2025-07-0254 min
From Chains to LinksCan Black Innovation Afford To Fail?: Curious Reflections From Hosts Ifeoma & KellyBonus episode featuring From Chains to Links' Hosts Kelly Burton and Ifeoma Ike, with nuggets around the unique experience of being Black, creative and an entrepreneur. Hosts invite the audience to think about the "whole Black entrepreneur" and how this podcast seeks to spark new social conditions where we can fully live out innovation--from ideation to failure to repair to growth. And do so with loving networks and circles of opportunity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
2025-05-2128 min
From Chains to LinksIntroducing The Equity MindsetWe’re celebrating the middle of our launch season with a special conversation with our very own co-host Ifeoma Ike, author of The Equity Mindset. Ifeoma shares why she developed a gumbo of interviews, practical tools, and disruptive strategies to support those invested in building spaces where marginalized communities are ignored and harmed. Providing a vulnerable account of writing with a disability, maneuvering the publishing world, and creating space for underlooked equity architects, Ifeoma’s journey is a must for visionaries and entrepreneurs alike seeking to use words to spark change. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz comp...
2025-04-1637 min
From Chains to Links10 Things We Love About Black People | Culture, Joy, LegacyIn this unapologetically Black and joyful episode, we break down ten things we love about Black people. From the way we hook up our food, to the rhythm in our DNA, the joy in our laughter, and the power in our resistance—this is a celebration of culture, legacy, and truth. Join hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton as they talk about the deep roots of our music, the art of the clapback, and why dancing anywhere is simply non-negotiable. If you love us, you’ll love this episode. And if you don’t? We got plenty of clapbacks for you. T...
2025-03-1212 min
From Chains to LinksMeritocracy Is A Lie | The Truth About Black ExcellenceAs DEI programs are stripped away and historical narratives are rewritten, what’s really happening to Black communities? In this episode, we dive into the quiet yet deliberate erasure of Blackness in America, the myth of meritocracy, and why economic and political solidarity are more crucial than ever. Hosts Our hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton break down the systemic forces at play and ask the critical question: If Black people have always led the movement, who will lead the next rebellion?
2025-03-0517 min
From Chains to LinksBusiness Is A Spiritual Journey | Founders Talk FaithIn this episode of From Chains to Links, we explore the intersections of faith, spirituality, and black innovation. Our hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton engage in a deep conversation on redefining spiritual practices, embracing the divine feminine, and how these practices can inspire black entrepreneurship and generational wealth creation. From ancestral connections through music to personal reflections on faith beyond the church, this episode offers a fresh perspective on seeking without fear and building a spiritual home. Join us as we reimagine what it means to thrive—both spiritually and as a community.
2025-02-2619 min
From Chains to LinksThe Hard Truth About Entrepreneurship | What No One Tells YouEntrepreneurship isn’t just about success—it’s about failing, learning, and pivoting. In this episode, Ifeoma Ike and Dr. Kelly Burton get real about the challenges of building a business, from how the wrong team can cost you everything to the financial mistakes and tax pitfalls that trip up entrepreneurs. They break down the emotional toll of entrepreneurship while sharing the hard-earned lessons no one talks about. If you're thinking about starting a business or already in the game, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in now!
2025-02-1930 min
From Chains to LinksTikTok Ban Or Black Renaissance? Who Really Owns Our Culture?What happens when Black creatives lose yet another digital platform? In this episode, Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton explore the TikTok ban, the fight for Black ownership in the digital realm, and the larger conversation about who truly profits from our culture. From the déjà vu of the Vine shutdown to the systemic barriers that prevent us from building our own, we delve into the realities of digital homelessness, the power of Black creativity, and the urgent need for trust, community, and equity. Is this a setback—or the beginning of something greater? Tune in as we discuss what’s next
2025-02-1229 min
From Chains to Links10 Tips For Wellness, Wealth & Winning In 2025In this vibrant and thought-provoking episode of From Chains to Links, co-hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton dive into a lively discussion on the top 10 ways entrepreneurs, creators, and visionaries can thrive in 2025. From prioritizing wellness and renewing passports to cultivating meaningful connections and embracing creativity, Ifeoma and Kelly serve up wisdom, humor, and practical advice to help listeners elevate their lives and careers. With powerful reflections on forgiveness, generosity, and getting in the flow, this episode is an inspiring call to action for anyone ready to embrace a new chapter. Tune in for candid insights, laughter, and a reminder...
2025-01-2918 min
From Chains to LinksThick Thighs Save Lives And Other Ways We Get Free In 2025In this candid and thought-provoking episode of From Chains to Links, hosts Ifeoma Ike and Kelly Burton explore the interconnected themes of rest, reset, and the evolving fight for equity in a multicultural democracy. Through heartfelt reflections, sharp humor, and powerful insights, they tackle everything from the historical contributions of Black communities to modern movements for justice to the importance of prioritizing rest as a revolutionary act. With discussions on building intentional communities and reimagining the path to liberation, this episode inspires listeners to embrace rest, reclaim their power, and reimagine the future.
2025-01-2227 min
From Chains to LinksWhat Does Leadership, Wellness & Empowerment Look Like Today? Hint: She's BlackIn this heartfelt episode of From Chains to Links, Kelly Burton and Ifeoma Ike are joined by Erin Horne McKinney and Cici Battle to tackle the unique challenges of being Black women founders and entrepreneurs. A raw, honest reflection into the costs of leadership, each guest shares tips on how to prioritize self-care, establish boundaries, and put oneself first while still standing in the gap for others. This vulnerable conversation is the perfect pillow for all those who need a safe place to rest and remind themselves of their power.
2024-11-2754 min
From Chains to LinksCan Black Innovation Afford To Fail?: Curious Reflections From Hosts Ifeoma & KellyBonus episode featuring From Chains to Links' Hosts Kelly Burton and Ifeoma Ike, with nuggets around the unique experience of being Black, creative and an entrepreneur. Hosts invite the audience to think about the "whole Black entrepreneur" and how this podcast seeks to spark new social conditions where we can fully live out innovation--from ideation to failure to repair to growth. And do so with loving networks and circles of opportunity.
2024-08-1828 min
From Chains to LinksIntroducing The Equity MindsetWe’re celebrating the middle of our launch season with a special conversation with our very own co-host Ifeoma Ike, author of The Equity Mindset. Ifeoma shares why she developed a gumbo of interviews, practical tools, and disruptive strategies to support those invested in building spaces where marginalized communities are ignored and harmed. Providing a vulnerable account of writing with a disability, maneuvering the publishing world, and creating space for underlooked equity architects, Ifeoma’s journey is a must for visionaries and entrepreneurs alike seeking to use words to spark change.
2024-07-1037 min
Guilty PrivilegeAI in Equity, Black Excellence, and the Future of Work | Ifeoma IkeIn this segment featuring guest Ifeoma Ike, we delve into the complexities of equity and freedom within societal structures. Amber and Ifeoma discuss how true equity remains elusive because we cannot fully envision freedom from work and draw parallels between AI's potential to change labor dynamics. Through her own personal experiences, Ifeoma highlights the challenges of addressing systemic inequities, the troubling notion of Black Excellence, and the societal pressure to conform to limited definitions of success. Join Amber & Ifeoma as they explore the profound impacts of equity, freedom, and the labor conversation in this thought-provoking dialogue.
2024-06-0406 minGuilty Privilege21: Best of What Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Actually Look LikeJoin Amber as she wraps up Season 1 of the Guilty Privilege podcast with the best insights and discussions on embracing diversity, equity, & inclusion (DEI) with her guests! EPISODES: - EP2: More Than Just a Buzzword: The True Meaning of Equity with Ifeoma Ike- EP3: Luxury Isn’t Exclusive, It’s Aspirational - How LVMH is Leading The DEI Space with Corey Smith, Head of DEI North America at LVMH- EP6: Resilience & Raising Capital: How To Be An Ally & Advocate In The Venture Capital Space...
2024-03-1920 min
Branding Room Only with Paula T. EdgarBranding Room Only Interview With Ifeoma Ike: Flawed BraveryIfeoma Ike, Esq., is a Partner at Pink Cornrows, a national firm specializing in public policy, communications, and social impact for women and people of color. A lifelong advocate of equity, Ifeoma is the author of The Equity Mindset: Designing Human Spaces Through Journeys, Reflections, and Practices. Ifeoma frequently appears as a guest expert in policy, political dynamics, communication and behavior, diversity and inclusion, criminal justice reform, and equity in data and tech. Additionally, she is an award-winning playwright and creative director. For show notes and more information, visit paulaedgar.com/podcast. In t...
2023-11-1457 min
Guilty Privilege2: More Than Just a Buzzword: The True Meaning of Equity with Ifeoma IkeIn today’s episode, your host, Amber Cabral, is joined by Ifeoma Ike, Founder of Pink Cornrows, a national majority femme and people of color public policy, communications, and social impact firm catalyzing equity across industries to achieve one simple (yet not easy) goal: a world that works for all humans. From education to politics to entertainment media, equity has become a buzzword in many spaces lately, but what does it actually mean? And how do we achieve true equity that leads to freedom instead of merely a quota being hit?That is why in thi...
2023-07-1147 min
Westminster Town Hall ForumCornel West & Ifeoma Ike: The Arc Toward Justice 2023Dr. Cornel West and Ms. Ifeoma Ike Esq. speaking at the Westminster Town Hall Forum's 2023 Arc Toward Justice program. Moderated by Angela Davis of Minnesota Public Radio News.
The Arc Toward Justice series invites national racial justice leaders to reflect on a another year George Floyd's murder in Minneapolis and the international uprising that followed. We ask them to discuss where we have come on racial justice since then, and where they believe we still need to go.
Dr. Cornel West, affectionately known to many as Brother West, is the Dietrich Bonhoeffer Chair at Union Theological Seminary. He is the...
2023-06-021h 17
Black Politics Today20 - Martin Luther KingJr.,: Reflections and The New Civil Rights MovementThe Civil Rights Movement established public policies and a legacy for MLK. Today, many have forgotten the struggle but, Michael Brown and Eric Gardner reminded us that the struggle isn’t over, just the way we identify it. What policies will the New Civil Rights Movement establish? What will it do for the this generation? My guests: Michael Hassell, Dr. Viola Bradford, Ifeoma (Ify) Ike, and LeVar Jones, checked their PC at the door and opened up and spoke truth to power!
2015-01-1953 min