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The Daily Radical: A Social Justice PodcastAsians Are Not A MonolithJoin Dra. Nicole as she delves into the complexities of Asian American identity with her guest, Kriselle G., a narrative strategist, storyteller, and civil rights advocate. This episode covers the multifaceted nature of Asian American classification in the United States, addressing issues like: the disentangling of the Asian identity, the impact of colorism within Asian communities, and the pervasive myth of the model minority.Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges stereotypes and encourages a deeper understanding of the diverse experiences within the Asian American community.Resources:Kriselle G's Youtube Channel: Empowered In...2024-05-2645 min
El Mundo Paranormal de VaneInvestigaciones Extranormales - Testimonios de Kriselle LunaEste episodio de El Mundo Paranormal de Vane te dejará sin aliento. Acompáñanos mientras recibimos a Kriselle Luna, ex miembro del equipo de investigación del famoso programa "Extranormal." Kriselle nos trae una colección impresionante de evidencias y videos de sus investigaciones paranormales, desde encuentros con fantasmas y espíritus inquietos hasta avistamientos de OVNIs y fenómenos inexplicables. Descubre los misterios que ha desentrañado a lo largo de su carrera y escucha sus relatos más escalofriantes. No te pierdas este viaje al corazón de lo desconocido.
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Tu Tía BrujaRebirth, Witches, and HypocrisyIn today's episode, I discuss Easter, Catholic hypocrisy, Goth Easter Baskets, and witchy traditions from Finland.
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Tu Tía BrujaMom, Can We Listen to my Zune?Today’s guest is Furious Nae. Nae is a content creator on Tiktok focusing on 00’s Music Nostalgia and has a clothing line called Hell Hath No Fury. In this episode we discuss how cringe being a teenager is, healing that angry inner teen, divination by music, and feeling seen in music communities Pocs aren’t always welcome in.
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Coco Vera created the Tu Tía Bruja theme. Check out their Youtube, Instagram, and Spotify2023-03-1051 min
Tu Tía BrujaGo Back to the StartWelcome to Tu Tía Bruja a witchy podcast focusing on the topics that make your inner child feel seen and scream with joy. On this show, we discuss witchcraft, brujería, the paranormal, horror movies, ghosts, and aim to have conversations that make you think differently about these topics.
Today’s episode is a rerelease of our guest the one the only, Marcella Kroll. Marcella is so many things including, a psychic medium, an author, and a visual artist, to name a few. In this episode, we discuss coping with abilities others might not relate to, soul...2023-03-0331 min
Living Southern OregonEpisode 24: Murray FischerI am really excited to introduce you all to Murray Fischer, the founder and organizer of the Rushmore Society. Murray came down from Salem in 1997, and graduated from SOU in 1999. He completed a Masters Degree in Education at Willamette University, and moved back to Southern Oregon in 2001.
The purpose of the Rushmore Society is to engage the people involved and hold events that support the community. He is fascinated by how and where people meet ~ and what makes it easy for some, and difficult for others to connect; how our circle of friends can shrink as we a...2022-07-141h 00
The Ignite Institute : CHANGE HAPPENS NOW!Meet Our New Host, Kriselle GabrielMeet Kriselle Gabriel, the fabulous new face and voice of Change Happens Now! Kriselle is a writer and entrepreneur with a passion for sharing stories, connecting people, and empowering those from marginalized communities to go for their passions. She's also the founder of @EmpoweredInColor, a movement and podcast dedicated to helping people of color thrive in both business and in life. In this Season 4 opening episode, our very own Jonathon Murillo sits down with our new host to talk about her work, her unique vantage point, and some of her hopes for the season! To get more c...2022-02-1641 min
Everglow Radio by Tina EvangelistaEpisode 6 of ‘Thinking Tuesdays with Christy Evange’: Career Path with Diane Kriselle UsiLet’s talk about your career path.Engineer turned entrepreneur + side hustlerAnother bossbabe, the epitome of beauty and brain, Diane Usi will be joining me on Sunday and we will talking about something that is super relatable and relevant!We will be talking about:Gender inequality in the field of engineeringRegistered engineer turned into an online entrepreneur!Tips on how to stay motivated and focused!Partnership in a business.Financial literacyMaking your money work for youTr...2022-01-311h 10
That Podcast Exchange25 : The Voice That Empowers People In Color | Kriselle Gabriel"Thrive, not survive. Break free from the mentality of survival and not settle with the bare minimum" is what they always say in Empowered In Color. Discover a movement where you can identify with people like you, have a safe space to be heard, get the support and the resources to help you become the person you want to be, and not be limited to what other people tell you.Everyone has a unique story, and a unique perspective and you are no exception to that. If you are someone who feels that systemic oppression is in one way or...2022-01-1633 min
Af hverju Ísland?Af hverju Ísland? - Þáttur 21 - Kriselle2021-12-0156 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 054: Knowing Your Bandwidth And Expanding A CompanyToday's episode is short, but we're expanding! While this episode is basically an update episode, I've learned so many things about myself and changed as both a person and entrepreneur that I hope you can learn and take note from in your own business or your own team! If you're interested in DEI consulting services for your company or organization, please send an email to hello@empoweredincolor.co for rates and ways we can work together. If you're interested in crowdfunding, check out our Crowdfunding Starter Kit! A Podcast Starter Kit coming soon! Than...2021-10-2123 min
Groundswell ChurchI have Overcome, Ps Kriselle IzardTune in as Ps Kriselle launches Groundswell Churches new series "I Have overcome'2021-10-1139 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 053: A Radically Honest Conversation About Spirituality in The Diaspora with The Bratty Brujita, Yvette MontoyaHappy Latinx Heritage Month! Today we're covering an extremely personal topic on the podcast: spirituality. We're talking to Yvette, The Bratty Brujita, about how she fell into becoming a spiritual practitioner & being paid for it, how it has helped her heal from previous traumas, and why we ALL need to be more in tune with spirituality. It was a radically honest conversation that would, at the very least, give you a lot to think about and consider in regards to your own personal life and journey. Mentioned on this week's episode: Yvette on HipLatina...2021-09-231h 08
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 052: Women of Color in Venture Capital and the Immigrant Experience with Surbhi Rathore of Symbl AIWe are BACK and coming back strong! Today we have our first-ever venture capital-funded entrepreneur! Surbhi is a co-founder of Symbl AI and is an immigrant. Today she shares her story getting into tech, becoming a startup founder, and even a little bit about being an entrepreneur on a visa and what that process has been like. Mentioned on this week's episode: Sage Quiamno, who we featured last year on EIC 030 Symbl AI website, Facebook page, Instagram, Linkedin, Twitter, Youtube Channel Gong.io - revenue intelligence software American visas: O-1 (Individuals with Extraordinary Ability or Achievement), E...2021-09-0840 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 051: Dealing With A Career Crossroads & What To DoI've spent the last few months at a career crossroads, torn between what my head says to logically do and what my heart wants me to do to be fulfilled. Today's episode will detail all of that and the break Empowered in Color will be going on until September. I'll talk about what I've been dealing with, what I've learned about myself in the process, and what that means for you/EIC in the future! Mentioned on this week's episode: Subscribe to our newsletter EIC 041: 2020 Reflections and Looking Forward Kriselle's Personal Instagram, Twitter Lunchclub A...2021-07-1434 min
Highly Visible & A Little MisunderstoodEp. 20 - Building Our Own TablesIn this conversation, I chop it up with Entrepreneur, writer, speaker, and Founder of Empowered In Color. In our conversation where we talked about the difficulties of being an entrepreneur of color, why you can give back and make a profit, what allyship looks like in business and in life, and a whole lot more. There are a bunch of great tidbits in this episode, so you may need to listen back to this one.
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The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 050: Intersectionality and PrideWe want to close out Pride Month talking about something that impacts how we approach everything we do at Empowered in Color: Intersectionality. If you've been following us for a while you're likely familiar with the term already, but we think it's always good to have a refresher and relate it back to Pride because even many people of color still aren't fully on board with supporting the LGBTQ+ community, many of whom are poc and in our communities themselves. Mentioned on this week's episode: Intersectionality definition and Kimberlé Crenshaw Love, Victor tv show E...2021-06-3033 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 049: Ask HR about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion with Patricia Figueroa of Your Human ResourceOne year after the murder of George Floyd, support for the Black Lives Matter movement and police reform has gone down especially from white folks, and many companies haven't done much change internally to make significant strides towards true Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI). Today's episode was taken from our first-ever workshop/webinar back in April where we had HR professional Patricia Figueroa talk about how people can navigate discussions and concerns over DEI in the workplace, as well as offer some insight from a human resources perspective. Mentioned on this week's episode: Keep up w...2021-06-1649 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 048: The "PI" in AAPI with Lilian DirrebesWhile the month of May is meant to celebrate both the Asian American and Pacific Islander communities, Pacific Islander (also known as Pasifika) folks are often tokenized or completely left out of the conversation and celebration. Today I'm sitting down with Lilian Dirrebes, a Palauan American from Portland, Oregon to talk about her identity as a Pasifika person, how she's managed to stay true to her identity in a place so white like PDX, and how people need to be more intentional and considerate of the Pasifika community when we have these conversations around the "AAPI" umbrella. 2021-05-191h 13
The Culture Talk Collective25. A Story of When Our Son's Name Was Called Unusual. A Lesson on Respecting and Celebrating Names.In this episode, We tell a story about an experience we had when we registered our son’s name for a birth certificate when he was born. This experience spurred us to talk about the importance of appreciating names that may be foreign to the majority culture. We also have three special guests that share with us some of their experiences of having a foreign name in the United States. SUBSCRIBE Apple | Google | Spotify | Stitcher | HIGHLIGHTS Pai and Christian share their story about trying to register their son’s birth certificate. Our friend...2021-05-1748 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 047: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month and Mental Health Awareness MonthAfter a monthlong break, we are back to celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AAPIHM) as well as Mental Health Awareness Month! Today's episode is a short reminder of how we all need to be better in celebrating this month for the AAPI community by being intentional about inclusion and not just tokenizing us. It's also quite fitting that Mental Health Awareness Month is during the month of May as well. Mentioned on this week's episode: EIC 046: Anti-Asian Violence and How Podcasting Has Shaped My Voice If you're interested in crowdfunding, c...2021-05-0618 min
Podcast Creators Society PROAuthentic Storytelling: Why Audiences Want to Hear About Your Struggles as They Happen | Kriselle Gabriel
This audio is from the 2021 Podfiest Summit for All Access pass holders only.Kriselle is a social entrepreneur, speaker, and activist who is committed to providing highly valuable and accessible resources for people of color. She is the host of the Empowered in Color podcast and founder of the company with the same name. On the podcast, she interviews entrepreneurs and industry leaders of color while also being transparent in her journey with entrepreneurship and building the brand as it's happening: the good, the bad, and the disappointing. Kriselle is passionate about sharing stori...2021-04-1429 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 046: Anti-Asian Violence and How Podcasting Has Shaped My VoiceThis episode was originally going to be a reflection of the last 3 years of Empowered in Color, but with the recent Anti-Asian events, I decided to focus on that with a little bit of reflection on how podcasting with EIC has helped me be able to speak the way I am speaking about these events today. Mentioned on this week's episode: Instagram Live Videos about Anti-Asian Violence If you're interested in crowdfunding, check out our Crowdfunding Starter Kit! A Podcast Starter Kit coming soon! Take our audience survey! Thanks for listening! Ke...2021-03-2521 min
The Ignite Institute : CHANGE HAPPENS NOW!How can creative communication help emerging leaders?In this episode we sit down with Kriselle Mendoza, a writer and entrepreneur with a passion for sharing stories, connecting people, and empowering those from marginalized communities to go for their passions. Founder of Empowered in Color, a movement and podcast dedicated to helping people of color thrive in both business and in life, Kriselle's passions are rooted in growing up in a primarily immigrant and town of people of color and going to college in a primarily white community that opened her eyes to micro-aggressions and injustices towards people of color. She talks about how many pe...2021-03-2350 min
I'M THE VILLAIN84. The ADHD Episode: Why Women are Underdiagnosed with ADHDWe have been talking to a number of people who have been diagnosed with various mental health issues in their adulthood. All of them have felt that their diagnosis changed their lives for the better, but this is the first time we have talked with a woman about how her diagnosis affects her life differently from men. We talk with Kriselle, who is the host of the Empowered in Color podcast, about why women tend to be underdiagnosed with disorders like ADHD (much like with physical diseases, mental disorders manifest themselves differently in men and women, which is why...2021-03-1849 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 045: How to Become an Unapologetic Woman and/or Support Them in Your LifeMarch is Women's History Month, and earlier this week we celebrated International Women's Day! In honor of that, I'm sharing with you my story on how I have become more confident in myself and who I am as a woman and woman of color. I'll even share some practical, actionable tips for you whether you are a woman working on yourself or a man listening but want to support the women in your life. Tips for Women to be more Unapologetic about who They Are: Practice with the little things, like saying no if you don't wa...2021-03-1051 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 044: Let's Network and Get WorkWe're releasing an online course! After years of putting it off out of fear, we are releasing Network and Get Work, the ultimate guide to connecting with people online and offline, no matter the situation so that you can further your career. The course will be released by April 2021 at the latest, but here's what you can expect in today's episode: Why we're putting it off until further notice instead of launching this month like originally intended The story behind the course The fear that prevented its release for 4 years What to expect to learn in...2021-02-2541 min
Your Odyssey AwaitsS2 Bonus-ode #2 KriselleSo we have already covered what it was like to live abroad in Australia. Now we’re gonna take it up a notch! On this bonus-ode of Your Odyssey Awaits, our guest Kriselle was (willingly) more than happy to talk about her experience getting married in another country. While most of us dream of a romantic destination wedding, it’s also a good idea to look into the cost and logistics of it all. Awwwww, adult love. SocialsWebsiteInstagramPinterestCheck out Kriselle on:Her WebsitePersonal Inst...2021-02-1617 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 043: Hosting a Virtual Summit 2 Years in a Row - What Worked and What Didn'tLast month, we hosted our 2nd Annual Empowered Summit! It was a success, though not in the ways that I expected, and this week I'm sharing lessons learned as a result. Whether you are interested in hosting virtual events or just like attending them, you are bound to learn something new in today's episode! You'll learn about: What it takes to host a virtual event Tools to use for virtual events What worked for this year's event What didn't work for the event My honest failures and struggles in the process What to expect for next y...2021-02-1150 minYour Odyssey AwaitsS2E5 Moving to Down Under (ft. Kriselle)It’s one thing to say that you wanna move to another country. But do you have the guts to follow through? In this week’s episode of Your Odyssey Awaits, we have Krisell talking to us about her time living in Australia, how she was able to afford this transition, and what she got out of the experience. SocialsWebsiteInstagramPinterestCheck out Kriselle on:Her WebsitePersonal InstagramEmpowered in Color InstagramPersonal TwitterEmpowered in Color TwitterLinkedIn2021-02-021h 01
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 042: 6 Month ADHD and Meds Check-inSix months ago, I was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) by a psychiatrist for the first time as an adult. It's been six months since my diagnosis and being placed on meds and on this episode I talk about what my experience has been like so far and how you can either get help yourself or at least have a better understanding of people like me. Mentioned on this week's episode: EIC 032: Destigmatizing Mental Health - ADHD, Therapy, Meds, and More EIC 035: Building Empires with Joy Valerie Carrera Subscribe to our newsletter to be...2021-01-2748 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeJoin us for the 2nd Annual Empowered Summit! Jan 11-12, 2021Monday and Tuesday, January 11-12, 2021 we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Empowered Summit! Especially with recent events in the U.S. Capitol, we believe now more than ever that people of color NEED to do something to create the lives that they want to have the freedom and joy we deserve no matter what happens. That no matter what happens in the U.S, we have OPTIONS for what we can do next. Expect to see sessions on: Maximizing social media for networking Getting smart with our emotions to improve our relationships with others Building...2021-01-0719 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 041: 2020 Reflections and Looking Forward2020 was a hellish year for everyone, but if you're reading this, you can say we made the most of it. Let's reflect on EIC from the past year, how we lived out our word of the year (thrive) and how we will frame 2021: Envision. Mentioned on this week's episode: On January 11-12, 2021, we are hosting the 2nd annual Empowered Summit! Join us and other speakers of color as we talk money, mental health, racism, and more to help YOU make 2021 a hell of a lot better than 2020, no matter what happens! Join us the live event fo...2020-12-3137 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 040: Accessible Veganism with Toni Okamoto of Plant Based on a BudgetWhen we hear about vegan or vegetarianism, we tend to think of hippie white people who are overcharging for bland vegetables. Toni of Plant Based on a Budget has made it her mission to change that preconceived notion. Toni also has two vegan cookbooks out: The Friendly Vegan Cookbook and Plant Based on a Budget. On January 11-12, 2021, we are hosting the 2nd annual Empowered Summit! Join us and other speakers of color as we talk money, mental health, racism, and more to help YOU make 2021 a hell of a lot better than 2020, no matter what happens...2020-12-1744 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 039: Battling The End Of Year SlumpIt's the last month of 2020, finally! For so many reasons, this year may tire you out more than usual. Today's episode, we are talking about the balancing act of being gracious to yourself and not overworking yourself this holiday season, but also taking some of our extra time at home to prepare for the new year. To help you prepare for the new year, we are hosting a coworking, planning session for the first 90 days of 2021 on Wednesday, December 9th! You can join us at 9am or 5pm PST, whatever works best for your schedule and timezone.2020-12-0330 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 038: NAHM and Telling Native Stories with Megan WilsonNovember is Native American Heritage Month, and with Thanksgiving around the corner, I wanted to highlight a dear friend and native creator trying to showcase the real lives and issues of modern-day Natives in America. Megan is your average Native woman who has grown up on the reservation who wants to tell authentic stories about how Natives are, not the stereotypes we were raised to think of. Mentioned on this episode: IFundWomen campaign: One Tribal Nation Megan's Twitter Megan's Instagram EIC's Newsletter Take our audience survey! Thanks for listening! Keep in tou...2020-11-2347 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 037: Staying Engaged and Active Post-ElectionHi friends, today's episode is a short one due to the craziness of the U.S. election! Here's how we can stay active and maintain momentum even as the news of the election comes and goes: 1. Learn who your representatives are at every level! At the city, county, state, and national levels there are representatives who are meant to speak on your behalf as a constituent directly (city council person, county commissioner, state senator, state assemblyperson, congressperson, U.S. senator). Learn who they are so you can hold them accountable to speak on your behalf for issues t...2020-11-1015 min
Comprehensive Canadian University Guide26. McMaster Comp Sci + BTechOn this episode of the Comprehensive Canadian University Guide, we feature McMaster University's Computer Science and BTech programs. Our guests this week include Patricia, a Recruitment Representative, Sam, a 4th year CS student, as well as Kriselle, a 3rd year BTech student. We discuss everything from academics and student life, to co-ops, admissions and more! We highly recommend going to the McMaster website for more information.
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Show Notes
(0:47) – Introduction
(7:32) – Academics
(17:33) – Extra-Curriculars / Student Life
(24:23) – Student Support and Co-op
(29:24) – Admissions...2020-10-3000 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 036: Happy Birthday To Me! Celebrating with FailuresHAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME! My birthday is this week (October 15, to be exact) and I wanted to celebrate my birthday with... failure? It sounds weird at first, but if you think about it, failures make us who we are. Even though the last few months I've been on a roll with everything I'm doing, I wanted to reflect on some big failures in my life in the last few years as I look forward for what's to come for both me and Empowered in Color. On this episode I talk about 3 major "failures" in my life and...2020-10-1446 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 035: Building Empires with Joy Valerie CarreraAfter months of talking about her on the podcast, I'm so glad that I finally got to sit down and actually *record* one of my conversations with Joy, the mastermind behind Basic Brown Nerds, Carrera Digital, and her personal brand, Build with Joy. We talk about her story being one of the few women of color in her STEM programs throughout high school and college, ADHD life, making profit ethically, and our dreams for our platforms and how we can transform our communities. Mentioned on this episode: EIC 032: Destigmatizing Mental Health Build with Joy wo...2020-09-2459 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 034: Representation and Philanthropy with Steven HernandezWe're kicking off Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month early with Steven Hernandez, a corporate philanthropist based in Detroit, Michigan! Today, Steven shares his story of how he got into his current career, which perfectly encapsulates the reason behind Empowered in Color: exploring career paths you may have never considered before because of seeing someone like you in these industries. Mentioned on this episode: Joy Valerie @joyvaleriee Gentefied on Netflix Hispanics in Philanthropy, Asians/Pi's in Philanthropy, Jews in Philanthropy, Black Philanthropic Network Steven's Youtube Channel, Twitter, Instagram Take our audience survey! Thanks for listening! Keep...2020-09-0954 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 033: How to Move in the Middle of a PandemicIf you didn't know already, we moved! We moved from the greater Los Angeles area to Vegas in the middle of a pandemic, and I wanted to share my audio diary of the experience. Some tips for moving cities in a pandemic: Have a criteria for must-haves in a city and a home and don’t settle or compromise on it. Research the cities you are considering Look at the demographics, weather, etc. Highly recommend considering the demographics of where you’d like to live because depending on your racial/ethnic background, moving to certain cities could b...2020-08-2759 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 032: Destigmatizing Mental Health - ADHD, Therapy, Meds, and MoreMental Health Check: We just want to make sure you're all taking care of yourselves the best that you can during the pandemic. I also wanted to talk a little bit about my recent ADHD diagnosis and why it's important now more than ever to make sure you are taking care of your mental health and that we are all destigmatizing what that looks like as well. We will always affirm you in that the things you're feeling are valid and that you're not crazy. Having a mental illness is normal and we urge you to take ca...2020-08-1228 min
Have A Seat...Conversations With Women In The WorkplaceWriter, Entrepreneur and Empowered in Color Founder, Kriselle GabrielSend us a text"Believe in yourself and all that you are; know that there is something inside of you that is greater than any obstacle."Through a podcast, community, and in-person events, Kriselle Gabriel, founder of Empowered in Color, strives to create equity for people of color looking to jumpstart their careers through entrepreneurship and networking opportunities. Allowing for a collaborative space, Empowered in Color celebrates the diversity and creativity of the people around us. Kriselle shared her own story about growing up in a culturally diverse neighborhood and how it felt t...2020-07-201h 04
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 031: Taking Up Space With Ryann RichardsonToday's episode was recorded back in January prior to the pandemic, but I believe that its message is evergreen and is even more important and relevant now! Ryann Richardson is Miss Black America, a tech founder, a keynote speaker, and so much more. Today we are talking about the concept of "taking up space," especially for women of color. Mentioned on this week's episode: Wonder Women Tech Conference Take Up Space MVMT Ryann Richardson Website Ryann's Instagram Thanks for listening! Keep in touch: Share the show and tag us on Instagram: @empoweredincolor Tweet...2020-07-1650 min
Build with JoyEmpowered in Color: Young People in Politics with Shaniyat ChowdhuryToday more than ever we need to understand how policy affects us. We've teamed up for a cross over episode with Kriselle of Empowered in Color and her interview with Shaniyat Chowdhury who is running for Congress in NY-5 district against a 20-year incumbent. We talk about his life growing up in Jamaica, Queens, poverty drafted into the Marines, journey into activism serving in the New York state assembly, Alexandria Ocasio Cortez's campaign, and ultimately running for office.
You might think politics is too much and rather avoid the topic but the best way to...2020-06-1252 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC NOW 001: Black Lives Matter. How to Take ActionThis episode is not part of our regularly scheduled programming, but we cannot be a podcast that addresses race & not talk about this. Today's episode is for all nonblack people to have ways to take ACTION. Ways you can take action: PROTEST! Get out there & stand in solidarity & protect Black people from the police! Pass out water and snacks to protestors Be a volunteer medic to care for protestors when they are wounded Sit with yourself and reflect on everything happening. If you have Black friends, imagine if these tragedies happened to them. Personalize the...2020-06-0538 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 030: Creating a Future for Us with Sage QuiamnoWomxn of Color are still dealing with issues in the workplace such as pay equity, microaggressions, being overlooked for promotions, just to name a few. Sage Quiamno co-founded Future for Us to empower womxn of color to advocate for themselves and push forward in their careers. Mentioned on this week's episode: Decolonizing Wealth: Indigenous Wisdom to Heal Divides and Restore Balance Arlan Hamilton - It's About Damn Time Natalie Torres Haddad - Financially Savvy in 20 Minutes Future for Us website, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter This episode is also brought to you in part by my work at...2020-05-2757 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 029: APAHM and Young People in Politics with Shaniyat ChowdhuryHappy Asian Pacific American Heritage Month (APAHM)! We are kicking off this month by featuring Bangladeshi-American NY-5 Congressional Candidate, Shaniyat Chowdhury (or Shan for short). This conversation dramatically changed my views on politics and young peoples/poc's involvement in it so I hope that whether you want to run for public office one day or would like to be more informed at how politics at every level effects you, I highly recommend listening to this episode! Mentioned on this week's episode: Brand New Congress Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) Shaniyat's Twitter and Instagram Shaniyat's w...2020-05-1354 min
Human UpEmpowering People Of Color With Mental Health (w/ Kriselle Gabriel)In this episode, I talk with the founder of Empowered In Color, and host of the podcast by the same name, Kriselle Gabriel. We connected over the common passions in maintaining our mental health after seeing how being limited in that education and language has limited us in living our best lives.We talked about: Her hesitation to open up to people about going to therapy because of stigma The cultural and familial nuances in therapy and mental health How to talk about mental health with Asian families Being scared of disrespecting elders made her into...2020-05-111h 19
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 028: Racism, New Hobbies, Staying Sane During Covid-19We have admittedly been going through waves of productivity and relaxation during this COVID pandemic. We don't want the pandemic to dictate every single piece of content we put out for the next few months, so we wanted to have an episode dedicated to talking about the main chunks of the coronavirus pandemic that we felt was important to cover. Mentioned on this week's episode: Typical Black Family's IG photo about medical racism APM Research Lab's Statistics of COVID deaths by race All American on Netflix Basic Brown Nerds by Joy Valerie Carrera Procreate app - n...2020-04-2933 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 027: Blogging Full-Time and #PressTripsSoWhite with Alicia TeniseWhen people think of "influencers," people think of beautifully curated Instagram profiles, traveling all the time, and tons of free stuff. While being an influencer or full-time content creator includes all of those things, there are many more things that happen behind the scenes compared to what we see, including dealing with a lack of representation for content creators of color and being a spokesperson for that. Today's episode is with Alicia Chew of AliciaTenise.com, a blogger for 8 years and a friend of mine from my blogging days as well. Resources mentioned...2020-04-0153 min
Kiss: The Audio SeriesEp. 2: Carlito's WayTomorrow comes face to face with Carlito — a disgruntled Uber driver — who’s insistent on letting her know it’s his way or the highway 😉Victim: Carlito Created by: Xperience J and WAR Episode Written by: WAR and Xperience J Produced/Sound Design by: Xperience J Based on the novel “Tomorrow’s Seduction: Kiss of Death” (available on Amazon)Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/Tomorrows-Seduction-Crystal-B-Judkins/dp/0615922880/ref=nodl_Shout out to our Ensemble Cast: Melanie E. Redmond Niko TarlayKriselle Gabrielle ...2020-02-2013 min
Kiss: The Audio SeriesEp. 2: Carlito's WayTomorrow comes face to face with Carlito — a disgruntled Uber driver — who’s insistent on letting her know it’s his way or the highway 😉
Victim: Carlito
Created by: Xperience J and WAR
Episode Written by: WAR and Xperience J
Produced/Sound Design by: Xperience J
Based on the novel “Tomorrow’s Seduction: Kiss of Death” (available on Amazon)
Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/Tomorrows-Seduction-Crystal-B-Judkins/dp/0615922880/ref=nodl_
Shout out to our Ensemble Cast:
Infinity Xox
Niko Tarlay
Kriselle Gabrielle
Music Credits:
Experia
Magnus Ringblom
Nbhd Nick
Emil Axelsson
Sugar Blizz
Alexandra
Cospe
Christian Anderson2020-02-2012 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 026: Black History Month, Kobe Bryant, And GriefThe death of Kobe Bryant was unexpected and tragic for many people, especially those of us in LA. It happened just before Black History Month, so I felt that it was fitting to kick off Black History Month talking about him, his legacy, and the topic of grief. Thanks for listening! Keep in touch: Share the show and tag us on Instagram: @empoweredincolor When you post about your successes and stories, use the hashtag #WhenPOCThrive Subscribe on iTunes, Google Play Music, or Spotify. Leave a review on iTunes/Apple Podcasts to help us reach...2020-02-1030 min
Travel N Sh!t PodcastEp 71. The Perpetual Foreigner Stigma and Decolonizing World Views with @KriselleMGThis week I spoke with Kriselle of Empowered In Color Podcast and we got into her experience traveling and living abroad as a Filipina woman, her conscious efforts at decolonizing her world view, how travel influences her mental health, representation and more. Check us out!!
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The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 025: IRL & Online Event Debrief - Lessons LearnedIn the last couple of months, Empowered in Color has hosted our very first Connection Night and virtual summit! Our intention for this organization has always been to create a community for you to connect with like-minded people both online and on the internet. Today's episode goes through what went well and what we can improve on from both events. The biggest takeaway from both events: MARKETING. While both events were successful in many ways, the best way that they could've improved is if we were able to market it better and spend more time doing it a...2020-01-2442 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 024: 2 Goal Setting Tips, 2020 Goals, and How to THRIVEHappy New Year! Let's start off the year with clarity towards our goals with some goal setting tips and my word of the year: THRIVE. When you are on social media this year posting about a win, a happy thought, or any kind of accomplishment, use the hashtag #WhenPOCThrive because we want to see people of color striving and thriving in their lives. Goal Setting Tips: Write down your goals. Write it somewhere, preferably where you will see it often. Use the SMART Goals method so that it is easy to track your progress on...2020-01-0842 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 023: Business, Marriage, And Boba With Thomas and Jasmine of Loose Leaf Boba CompanyToday's episode features our very first husband/wife team and our first brick-and-mortar business. Meet Thomas and Jasmine, otherwise known as the Boba Duo! Their story talks about how they opened up their first brick-and-mortar store in Long Beach, CA, working together as a couple and as business partners, and doing all of this while being parents as well. Where to find Loose Leaf Boba: Instagram Website Mentioned on this week's episode: University of the West Drill'd Ice Cream Thanks for listening! Keep in touch: Share the show and tag us o...2019-11-2836 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 022: Self Love For The Modern Woman With Jen and Mai Of Wingbra USAWe have our first business partners on the show today, featuring Mai and Jen and how they became the North American distributors for international brand WingBra. Their story talks about how self care in their personal lives intersected in self care in how the WingBra works as well. This episode isn't just for the ladies as I learned a lot about tips in finding a good business partner as well! Wingbra USA: http://wingbrausa.com Use code "KRISELLE15" for 15% off your purchase! Thanks for listening! Keep in touch: Share the sh...2019-11-1441 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 021: Staying True to Your Core ValuesI originally had a completely different idea for this episode, but decided that this would take precedence. This podcast has become somewhat of an audio diary for me, and I think part of that include vulnerability and sharing where I am at in the here and now. Most people don't do this, but I think there is a big value in being honest about your current state in life. My career as it stands today is in a phase of transition, and this episodes talks in depth about what led to that, what my plan is...2019-10-3044 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 020: Where I've Been and My Mental Health Journey I released the last episode back in January letting out all of my goals for the year... then I went on an unexpected hiatus. I was dealing with the most difficult parts of my life so far, leading to depression, among other things. This episode, I share a bit about my mental health journey for most of this year. *Trigger warning: there is mention of depression and suicidal ideation in this episode. If you or someone you know is thinking of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255 2019-08-2233 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItRR 018: Design Process and Physical Modeling with Napoleon MerañaBuilding 3D, physical models are not a new concept or way of designing, but with most design work now being done completely digitally, it can be easy to overlook or skip out on. Senior Designer Napoleon Meraña has over 25 years of experience designing around the U.S. and Europe, and physical modeling has remained a core component of his design process, even as he began his designs on computers instead of hand-drawn sketches. He has brought a unique perspective on how to approach designing that has not been common at RDC for the last few...2019-05-0140 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItRR 017: The Relation Between Interior Design and Architecture with Katy Wise and Itzel MeynardWhen people hear of "interior design," what comes to mind is HGTV and primarily women wanting to decorate their homes. Senior Designer Katy Wise and Senior Design Manager Itzel Meynard can tell you that interior design is so much more than picking out furniture and swatches. On this week's episode, we talk about how Interior Design complements and should be considered just as important as exterior Architecture, and how the merging of the two has created "Interior Architecture." There are some misconceptions about Interior Design that we debunk, as well as some talk about what it...2019-04-2343 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItRR 016: The Connection Between Physical and Digital Design with William Ellsworth and Brian NewmanThis week's episode becomes theoretical as we discuss how designing for the digital world is interconnected with how we design for the physical world, and vice versa. We sit down with Senior Graphic Designer Brian Newman and Designer William Ellsworth to explore how these two worlds are merging but also how they will always remain distinct, despite rapidly changing technology. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @retaildesignc Head on over to our website http://rdcollaborative.com2019-04-171h 02
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItRR 015: The Fusion of Hospitality and Retail with Jackson Thilenius and Sean SlaterMore and more in the last few years, hotels and hospitality spaces have been taking cues from the retail world and vice versa. This week, we're talking with principals Sean Slater and Jackson Thilenius to discuss how both of these typologies have been converging to create experiences that will keep guests coming back. Mentioned on this week's episode: Chicago Athletic Association Tiffany & Co. The Maven Hotel Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @retaildesignc Head on over to our website http://rd...2019-04-0948 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItRR 014: Designing for the Self Care Generation with Alex KubyMillennials have spurred a wave of self-care, and it is seeping into how we design spaces for them to take care of themselves, namely the hospitality industry. This week, we sit down with Senior Interior Design Manager Alex Kuby to discuss how the prioritization of self-care with indulgence and luxury has pervaded how we design hospitality spaces. Even the rise of social media has affected the kinds of experiences and materials we choose and include in our designs. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @retailde...2019-04-0237 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItRR 013 - Let's Go to the Movies with Senior Principal Mitra Esfandiari and Cinépolis CEO Luis OlloquiDespite the rise of streaming services around the world, Cinépolis is confident and looking forward to the rise of luxury cinemas to keep cinephiles coming back to the movies. The way we consume media is changing rapidly, but the cinema and entertainment industry is keeping up with more luxurious amenities to give customers an experience they cannot just get at home. We engage in a conversation with Senior Principal Mitra Esfandiari and Cinépolis CEO Luis Olloqui about everything from the design of their latest flagship theater to how movie theaters will still thrive de...2019-03-2657 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 019: New Year, Better Me - 2019 GoalsHappy New Year! Here's to bettering ourselves in 2019. The best way to do so is setting down some goals, which is what I'm talking about today. I share a few personal as well as professional goals for this brand/podcast, and I hope you start to think about your own goals for the year if you haven't already. Also, my 2019 word of the year: TRUST. Listen for more info on why I chose this word for this year. Episodes mentioned: Episode 18: Thank u, Next--8 Lessons From 2018 Stay connec...2019-01-1639 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 018: Thank u, next--8 Lessons from 2018It's the last episode of the year! Of course, we're taking this week to talk through some lessons learned this year both in running this podcast and in my own personal life. Content warning: there is brief mention of suicidal thoughts in this episode. If you or someone you know is thinking of suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Hotline at 1-800-273-8255. Mentioned: EIC 002: Getting Funded on Kickstarter - Do's and Don'ts Stay connected @empoweredincolor #EmpoweredinColor Have a safe and great holiday seas...2018-11-2150 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 017: The Exhausting But Rewarding Work Of Diversity And InclusionWith America's recent mid-term elections, it's one of the most prominent examples in the moment of how important diversity and inclusion are in raising equity for people of color. This week's episode, I talk in-depth about how mentally and emotionally exhausting this work can be but also how rewarding it feels to be doing something so necessary and important for all of us. Mentioned in this week's episode: Episode 10 - Where Do White People Fit into Empowered in Color? Follow us on Instagram @empoweredincolor #empoweredincolor Join t...2018-11-0933 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 016: Non-Profit Work and City Planning with Christine of We Are LightworkThis week's episode features 2 firsts: our first non-profit and first in-person interview! In honor of (the late) Filipino American History Month, we have Christine, a city planner and the founder of the nonprofit, We Are Lightwork, on the podcast today. We talk about her work as a city planner and how it correlates to her work in helping give back to those less fortunate in the greater Los Angeles area. If you are interested in helping out and getting involved, check out the website: https://wearelightwork.org/ Follow us on Instagram @empo...2018-11-0340 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 015: Money Mindset and Immigrant Upbringing with Santos VerardoAs Hispanic Heritage Month is coming to a close, this week's episode features Santos of New Coach Launchpad, a business coach who helps other coaches start up their businesses while keeping her day job as the principal of an elementary school. As part of her journey into entrepreneurship, Santos has had to deal with certain mentalities she grew up with and learned from her immigrant parents. Most of that dealt with money and the mindset her parents modeled growing up. Mentioned on this week's episode: New Coach Launchpad New Coach FB Gr...2018-10-1056 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 014: Serving People And Mindfulness With Pam of The Cafe Con Pam PodcastThis week's episode is in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month! I'm sitting down with Pam of the podcast Cafe Con Pam, and we're talking about everything--from her business story to branding to mindfulness. Pam does a little bit of everything. She runs a podcast that sits down with Latinx as well as people of color to talk about how they're changing the world, she's a documentary photographer, she's a brand strategist, and she also sells physical products that focus on mindfulness! She is the epitome of the word entrepreneur. Mentioned in this week's episode: Caf...2018-09-2753 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 013: Empowered In Color Updates And Why You Should Start A Side HustleMany people don't like talking about their struggles until after they've overcome them... and for good reason. However, I think there is still some value in sharing your struggles while going through them, as it provides some accountability for you to get out of it, and it also provides comfort to those who may need to hear that someone is dealing with similar issues, and they can follow along to see you break past that. This week's episode, I share about some updates to Empowered in Color and Why You Should Start a Side Hustle. ...2018-09-1229 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 012: Brand Partnerships And Blogging For BusinessIn a past life, I was a blogger. I wasn't a big blogger, but I've received my fair share of brand partnerships, both free products/services and paid checks for my work. How to work with brands even as a smaller blogger or influencer is a question that I still see and get asked a lot, so I thought I'd share some tips to help you towards success! It's hard work to be a content creator but if you love what you do, the rewards are worth it. Mentioned on the epis...2018-08-2933 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 011: Bootstrapping Your Business and ClassismAs people of color, due to the systems currently in place in society, we tend to have access to less resources, and that includes money. This week's episode, I'm talking about what it takes to bootstrap your business and the classism I have encountered in the process. Yeah, it's really annoying. Mentioned in the episode: Libsyn - podcast hosting Smart Passive Income Podcast episode 326 EIC episode 2: Do's and Don'ts of Kickstarter EIC episode 3: Mikli's story EIC episode 10: Where White People Fit into EIC Follow us on Instagram @empowe...2018-08-1535 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 010: Where Do White People Fit Into Empowered In Color?In any space that is designated for a specific group, there are always people who ask, "What about me?" This episode talks about just that, how white people/allies fit into a space that is designated for people of color. I use a lot of analogies to describe recognizing your presence in a space that is not specifically meant for you, equity vs. equality, and how privilege works and isn't necessarily a bad thing. We are a community that uplifts people of color first, and we welcome allies who want to be p...2018-07-1833 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 009: Personal Finance with Addy of Creaction CoMoney makes the world go round... so we're talking about it in today's episode. Addy is a business consultant and personal finance buff, and today we talk about ways that people with limited spare funds can still take ownership of their finances. She and I have slightly differing views on maximizing our money, so it makes for great conversation. Follow her: Creaction Co Maddy Money Join the Movement and follow @empoweredincolor on Instagram and tell us how you are empowered with the #EmpoweredinColor hashtag2018-07-0554 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 008: Mindset and Productivity with Kristin of Monetized MamaWhat's the first step to becoming more productive? Your mindset. Today we're talking with Kristin of Monetized Mama, a military wife and mother of two who helps busy mothers stay productive so that they can accomplish their goals. I'll admit, I never used to see the importance in having a good mindset, but Kristin explains it in such an easy to understand way. Check her out: Monetized Mama Join the movement with the #EmpoweredinColor hashtag!2018-06-2145 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 007: Checking In and Reflecting on APAHMToday's episode is a mixture of things. I reflect on Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month, guests featured this month, and I also recommend a bunch more people and businesses that you can follow and support. Mentioned: Mo Explores Anjulie Te Pohe - Ruru Reads Mate Burger Heidi Nazarudin - The Ambitionista, Boss Box, Marque Media Pat Flynn - Smart Passive Income Hoda Katebi - Joojoo Azad Passion Planner Teachable Crowdcast Esme Wang Car Friend LA AC Dumlao - Call Me They When I started the podcast, I said I wanted this to also be an aud...2018-05-3032 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 006: Writing and Pacific Islander Representation with Anjulie Te PoheAnjulie is a Māori writer from New Zealand living in Western Australia. She focuses on fantasy and fiction, and writes to include characters similar to herself in her work. Over the years, she's dealt with rejection and has had to fight to be seen when Asians dominate the narrative of "Asian Pacific Islanders." Learn more about her story and keep in touch. http://anjulietepohe.com http://rurureads.com Join the movement with the #EmpoweredinColor hashtag!2018-05-1648 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItGrocery in the Age of Amazon with Branko PrebandaWith the rise of Amazon as the world's most popular e-commerce site and its purchase of Whole Foods, brands everywhere are scrambling to keep up, grocers in particular. We sit down with Senior Principal Branko Prebanda and discuss how retailers are innovating to keep customers in their stores. From Walmart to Kroger to Aldi, it has become vital for brands to step up and change their business models before they are left in the dust. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @retaildesignc Head on over to our...2018-05-1534 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItThe Design Process with Niccolo Boldrin and Sean DavisWhen people think of the design process in regards to architecture, there is a scenario that comes to mind. There is the initial meeting, the architects and designers draw up a design for the client, and there you go. However, the design process is actually much more complex than that and actually is much more similar to any kind of design process in a number of different fields. We listen in on a conversation between designers Niccolo Boldrin and Sean Davis as they talk about how they work through their design processes and how related it is o...2018-05-0859 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 005: Youtube as a Niche with Mo of Mo ExploresMo is a Youtuber full time... just not in the way you would expect. She is a video editor specifically for Youtubers. After running her own Youtube channel for a few years, she stumbled onto the prospect of editing for Youtubers/vloggers, and things fell into place from there. We talk about community, the beauty of Youtube, and a bunch of other random things in between. Listen to her story and enjoy! Mentioned: LaurDIY Mo Explores Candid Calderons Tucson Blogger Babes Join the movement with the #EmpoweredinColor hashtag! 2018-05-0238 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItArchitecture Trends with CEO Brad WilliamsIn this week's episode, we sit down with CEO Brad Williams as we touch on everything, from the architecture industry shifts over the last decade, architecture in China vs. America, and shifting from a private office to being out in the open with the rest of the company. Flexibility is key to surviving in an ever-changing industry and economy, and we talk about how the architecture and engineering industry has evolved since the 2008 Recession. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @retaildesignc Head on over to our website http://r...2018-05-0145 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 004: Preventing Burnout and Taking Advantage of RestWhen you have a lot of interests or obligations on your mind, it's easy to get burnt out. The more you try to convince yourself that you're not burnt out, the worse your fall will be. Take it from someone who took two years to recover from their burnout. Sit back, and relax as I give you some tips to prevent burnout and spend more time resting. Join the movement and use the hashtag #EmpoweredinColor2018-04-1833 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItOffice Wellness and Sustainability with Sara HickmanThe rise of obesity in America has also brought about new research regarding the importance of a healthy and active lifestyle. Due to the nature of working in offices, corporations are now providing wellness programs and solutions for their employees so as not to contribute to the problem. We sit down with Sustainability Director, Sara Hickman, as she goes in depth about the RDC wellness program and the benefits of having one, despite the initial overhead costs. We talk about what may be considered the "second wave of sustainability" and how certifications such as LEED and WELL ha...2018-04-1743 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 003: Knowing Your Value with Mikli JorgeWhen it comes to starting up a business, it's easy to undermine your value out of fear that no one will be willing to pay for your products or services. Thanks to a supportive group of both clients and colleagues, Mikli Jorge was able to come to terms with her value and find the confidence to charge her worth. Mikli's latest project: Project Takeoff Join the movement with the hashtag #EmpoweredinColor2018-04-0647 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 002: Getting Funded on Kickstarter - Do's and Don'tsCrowdfunding is a viable way to validate your idea while raising startup funds at the same time. The Empowered in Color Podcast was able to come to life thanks to Kickstarter. This episode goes into crowdfunding for podcasts--products that you can normally consume for free. Find our Kickstarter campaign here. Join the movement with the hashtag #EmpoweredinColor2018-04-0632 min
The Empowered in Color Podcast: Helping People of Color Thrive in Business and in LifeEIC 001: Why We Are Empowered in ColorRepresentation and accessibility to resources are important. People in marginalized communities have historically had a lack of both of these things. We all have to work for a living and are all trying to "make it" in this world. We want to help you out. This is why Empowered in Color exists. Join the movement with the hashtag #EmpoweredinColor 2018-04-0631 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItData and Design with Avery CarrigFor this week's episode, we sit down with architect Avery Carrig as we discuss everything in regards to collecting data, analyzing it, and its helpfulness in designing for the context of our projects. We go in-depth about GIS and how we can apply the data to architectural designs, as well as provide some real-life examples of data collection, analysis, and feedback at work. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @retaildesignc Head on over to our website http://rdcollaborative.com2018-04-0340 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItFinding Communities in Boutique Fitness with Constance RosadoIn the last few years, the popularity of boutique fitness studios has been on the rise due to apps such as ClassPass and the desire to work out in a collective, group setting rather than individually in traditional gyms. For this week's episode, we sit down with architect and fitness enthusiast Constance "Connie" Rosado as we discuss how the need for communities even within the fitness industry has changed the spaces in which we work out in. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @retaildesignc Head on ove...2018-03-2734 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItMarketing in Architecture with Kelly RiekMarketing for architecture firms is still a fairly new concept, even more so in the realm of digital marketing. Architecture is not the easiest service to market online, but it is very much necessary and helpful to reaching a wider audience and connecting to an engaged community online. This week's episode, we sit down with Kelly Riek, the PR and Communications manager of RDC, as we talk about the importance of marketing for architecture. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @retaildesignc Head on over to our webs...2018-03-2027 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItExperiencing Food and Design with Jonathan LopezFood is having its moment in the spotlight. It has become a social event that has influenced how we design and eat our food and the spaces in which we consume it. We sit down with Associate Principal Jonathan Lopez and share a meal to talk more in depth about it. Gwen Los Angeles Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter @retaildesignc Head on over to our website http://rdcollaborative.com2018-03-1338 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItWomen in Architecture with Mitra EsfandiariWomen deserve to be celebrated, and that is why we wanted to feature Senior Principal Mitra Esfandiari in honor of Women's History Month. As an immigrant and a woman, Mitra is the most powerful woman in RDC as the only female in a principal position. Her 20+ years with the firm also speak to that influence and expertise. Sit down with us as we talk about her story, how she got into the position she is today, and what she hopes to see with other women in the architectural industry in the future. Le...2018-03-0622 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItDying Shopping Malls with Sean SlaterAre shopping malls dying? Today we explore and attempt to answer that question with Principal Sean Slater. He spent the first half of his career design shopping malls and will most likely spend the second half of his career redesigning and fixing them. However, not all is lost, as some shopping centers are being proactive and taking action in modifying their properties while they are still ahead. We discuss how developers can also stay relevant and successful by investing in their malls before they begin to fail. Let's stay in touch: Foll...2018-02-2138 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItThe Future of Retail with David SheldonIn today's episode, we talk about retail trends with the Vice President of Client Engagement, David Sheldon. We believe that retail is evolving and not dying, and we wanted to explore the ways in which brands can keep up with the times. We talk about customer experience, the blend of e-commerce and brick-and-mortar retail, the fate of anchor stores, and health and wellness. Millennials and Generation Z are calling the shots and driving many of the changes we are seeing in retail today. Let's stay in touch: Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twit...2018-02-2140 min
The Retail Redefined Podcast: Retail, Design, and the Future of ItLessons Learned with Steve RuthWelcome to episode one of the Retail Redefined podcast. For our first episode, we wanted to reflect and give some context to who Retail Design Collaborative is by sitting down with our founder, Steve Ruth, who just recently retired. We believe that one of the best ways to move forward is to look back at how we got there, and that is exactly what we do in today's episode with Steve. We talk about humble beginnings, staying afloat through numerous recessions, and looking towards the future of RDC. Let's stay in touc...2018-02-2133 min