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Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakCarolyn Willis | Voices Less Heard | S2 - Ep10Carolyn Willis is an accomplished violinist and dedicated violin instructor based in Bellevue, Washington, part of the greater Seattle metropolitan area. With over 20 years of performance experience, she has established herself as a respected presence in Seattle's classical music scene.
Carolyn earned her Master's degree in Violin Performance from the University of Washington and previously studied at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music. Her performance career includes serving as a first violinist with the Bellevue Philharmonic Orchestra and regular appearances with chamber ensembles throughout the Pacific Northwest.
2025-06-1348 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakAmaka Amadike | Voices Less Heard | S2 - Ep9Dr. PMak discusses with Amaka Amadike a distinguished Early Childhood Professional whose two-decade journey in education has shaped innovative approaches to culturally responsive learning. As a full-time faculty member at Bow Valley College Calgary, she brings rich insights from her experience teaching both Early Childhood Education and Indigenous Early Childhood Education.
2025-05-3045 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakOneil Randall | Voices Less Heard | S2 - Ep8Dr. PMak is joined by Oneil Randall, Founder and President of Fusion Rise, a groundbreaking Black-led organization that's transforming how we approach community empowerment. Randall shares how his unique background - from his Caribbean roots and Jamaican military service to his expertise in net-zero building - shaped his vision for addressing systemic inequities.
2025-05-1639 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakTiara Cash | Voices Less Heard | S2 - Ep7Dr. PMak speaks with Tiara Cash, the dynamic founder of Crowned Vitta LLC, whose work weaves together mindfulness, meta-awareness, and relationship building in innovative ways. Currently pursuing a doctorate in Social Psychology at Simon Fraser University as a Vanier Canada Graduate Scholar, Cash shares insights from 20+ years of personal mindfulness practice and professional experience across higher education, athletics, and non-profit sectors.
2025-05-0241 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakKofi Achampong | Voices Less Heard | S2 - Ep6Dr. PMak and Kofi Achampong in today's episode, delve into crucial advocacy initiatives shaping Black communities across Canada. This discussion explores three pivotal areas: the historic Black Class Action lawsuit, Canada's evolving engagement with the African continent through the Canada-Africa strategy, and the economic landscape for Black entrepreneurs as Canada approaches its federal election.
2025-04-1855 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakAndrea Strang and Rachel Marchand | Voices Less Heard | S2 - Ep5Dr.PMak in this episode, explores the intersection of Indigenous knowledge and early childhood education with two passionate educators. Rachel, a sqilxʷ/syilx member of Okanagan Indian Band, and Andrea, a Montessori-specialized educator, share their unique perspectives on transforming early learning spaces through their social enterprise called Juniper Tree Learning.
2025-04-0436 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakJT Ward | Voices Less Heard | S2 - Ep4In this episode Coach JT Ward shares insights from his private practice, W.A.R.D Athletics, where since 2016 he's been implementing his philosophy centered on work, accountability, resilience, and determination.
2025-03-2144 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakBinta Dixon | Voices Less Heard | S2 - EP3Dr. PMak and Alison Isaac discuss the rising voices of Afro-Caribbean-Canadian writers. They explored her recent literary successes, including her short story "Legacy" which caught attention at the Brooklyn Caribbean Literary Festival's Emergent Writers competition and went on to win the inaugural issue of Rewrite Reads. Join us for this fascinating discussion about emerging voices in Caribbean-Canadian literature and Afrocentrism.
2025-03-0732 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakAlison Isaac | Voices Less Heard | S2 - EP2Dr. PMak and Alison Isaac discuss the rising voices of Afro-Caribbean-Canadian writers. They explored her recent literary successes, including her short story "Legacy" which caught attention at the Brooklyn Caribbean Literary Festival's Emergent Writers competition and went on to win the inaugural issue of Rewrite Reads. Join us for this fascinating discussion about emerging voices in Caribbean-Canadian literature and Afrocentrism.
2025-02-2142 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakKevan Gilbert | Voices Less Heard | S2 - EP1Dr. PMak sits down with design strategist and public speaking expert Kevan Gilbert to unpack the art and science of effective facilitation, creative leadership, and building an entrepreneurial mindset. Drawing from their experience leading workshops and strategic initiatives, they explore practical design thinking strategies centering the work that Kevan does through his company co.school. Dr. PMak and Kevan Gilbert discuss the life hacks of entrepreneurship, focusing on creative processes of building teams, creative design thinking, importance of collaboration and co-creation of ideas.
2025-02-0739 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakTinashe Manolo | Voices Less Heard | S1 - EP10Tinashe, a social entrepreneur, shares his journey from Zimbabwe to Canada and the challenges he faced along the way. He discusses his experiences starting businesses in Zimbabwe during a period of economic instability and inflation. He shares his transition to the United States and his pursuit of a master's degree. Overall, Tinashe's story highlights the resilience and determination required to navigate entrepreneurship in challenging environments.
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About Patrick Makokoro Ph.D | Social Entrepreneur, Educational Researcher, Development Practitioner // I am an author, social entrepreneur, researcher, and development practitioner. My work focuses on creating sustainable solutions...2025-02-0558 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakMichael Ford | Voices Less Heard | S1 - EP9In this conversation Dr PMak and Michael Ford cover a wide range of topics, including the income potential in trades, global crises, the future of humanity, and the meaning of life. Michael shares insights on the importance of mastery, the impact of instant gratification on youth, and the significance of building communities and purpose. He also discusses the role of spirituality in his work and the value of perseverance.
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About Patrick Makokoro Ph.D | Social Entrepreneur, Educational Researcher, Development Practitioner // I am an author, social entrepreneur, researcher, and development practitioner. My work focuses...2025-02-0549 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakYves-Gérard Méhou-Loko | Voices Less Heard | S1 - EP8Yves-Gérard Méhou-Loko shares his experiences growing up in different countries and cultures, including France, Togo, Benin and Canada. He discusses his early career in politics and journalism, as well as the challenges he faced in navigating the public service and media industry. Yves-Gérard emphasizes the importance of patience and understanding in creating systemic change and combating racism. He also highlights the need for collective action and allyship in the fight against discrimination. Despite his current position of power as the Secretary General for the Canadian Commission for UNESCO, Yves-Gérard acknowledges that racism can still persist and...2025-02-0540 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakAnick Silencieux | Voices Less Heard | S1 - EP7In this episode of the Voices Less Heard, Dr. PMak interviews Anick Silencieux, founder of Support Black Charities. Anick shares her journey from a curious child in Montreal to an engineer and ultimately to a social entrepreneur. She discusses her cultural background, the importance of community service, and the vision behind her organization, which aims to enhance the impact of Black-led charities. Anick emphasizes the need for sustainability and generational impact in charitable work, and she reflects on her transition from employee to entrepreneur, highlighting the challenges and rewards of her journey.
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Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakZarya Thomas and Emmanuel Okee | Voices Less Heard | S1 - EP6Dr. PMak welcomes Zarya Thomas and Emmanuel Okee, the founders of the 4Roots Collective, a network of community organizers and social entrepreneurs of African descent. They discuss their commitment to community, the fragmentation in their community, and the need for healing and celebration. Emmanuel shares his journey from studying medicine to psychology and his passion for cultural education. They also discuss the problems within the community, including the loss of cultural values and the prioritization of capitalism over human connection.
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About Patrick Makokoro Ph.D | Social Entrepreneur, Educational Researcher, Development Practitioner // I am...2025-02-041h 10
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakCamarrah Morgan | Voices Less Heard | S1 - EP5In this conversation, Dr. PMak speaks with Camarrah Morgan about the importance of self-care and finding balance in life. Camarrah shares her personal journey of realizing the need to prioritize herself and how it has transformed her perspective. They discuss the idea that caring for oneself is not selfish, but necessary for long-term well-being. They also explore the balance between taking care of the community and taking care of oneself. Camarrah emphasizes the importance of sharing the load and empowering others to contribute, creating a stronger community. They touch on the generational struggle of overworking and the need to...2025-02-041h 13
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakOmar Yassin Omar | Voices Less Heard | S1 - EP4This conversation explores the experiences of black people and people of African descent in the grant-making and philanthropy sector in Canada. Dr. PMak and Omar Yasin Omar discuss the importance of centering and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities, the challenges of grant-making, and the need for intentional and purposeful grant-making.
2025-02-041h 04
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakProfessor Alan Pence | Voices Less Heard | S1 - EP3Professor Alan Pence discusses his early childhood work and the importance of community, culture, and context in early childhood development. He shares his experiences with mentors such as Prof. Uri Bronfenbrenner and Thomas Weisner, who influenced his understanding of child development. Pence also talks about his work in Kenya and the challenges of being a male caregiver and house father. He then discusses his involvement with a tribal council in Canada and the development of a generative curriculum that incorporates both Western and indigenous knowledge.
The conversation explores the importance of knowledge engagement...2025-02-0350 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakSarah Gawthrop | Voices Less Heard | S1 - EP2In this conversation, Dr. PMak and Sarah Gawthrop explore the themes of poetry, nature, cultural identity, and the challenges of the publishing industry. Sarah shares her inspirations for writing, her creative process, and the significance of her upcoming work that reflects on her grandmothers.
2025-01-3136 min
Voices Less Heard with Dr. PMakDr Godwin Ude | Voices Less Heard | S1 - EP1Dr. Godwin Ude, a man with three doctoral degrees, shares his inspiring journey and the passion that drives him to find solutions to problems. Growing up in a large family of 15 siblings, Dr. Ude learned discipline and the value of making do with little. His academic journey was inspired by his desire to support his struggling family and make a difference in the lives of marginalized and impoverished people.
2025-01-311h 06
Voices of Your Village320- Community and Identity: Engaging Children in Conversation with Dr. Patrick MakokoroYou're listening to Voices of Your Village, and today I get to share a friend of mine with you. Dr. Patrick Makokoro is a social entrepreneur, an early childhood development practitioner, an educational researcher with extensive experience working in community and international development. I got to meet Patrick when we were both presenting at the World Forum for Early Childhood Education. I met him in Panama, and then we both bound up seeing each other again. We were selected as experts for UNESCO, for United Nations Education Congress, and there were nine experts selected globally, and he and I we...2025-01-231h 34
Voices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard - Ep. 10 - Anik Silencieux InterviewIn this episode, Dr. PMak interviews Anik Silencieux, founder of Support Black Charities. Anik shares her journey from a curious child in Montreal to an engineer and ultimately to a social entrepreneur. She discusses her cultural background, the importance of community service, and the vision behind her organization, which aims to enhance the impact of Black-led charities.2024-12-131h 05Voices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard - Ep. 9 - Sarah Gawthrop InterviewIn this conversation, Dr. PMak and Sarah Gawthrop explore the themes of poetry, nature, cultural identity, and the challenges of the publishing industry. Sarah shares her inspirations for writing, her creative process, and the significance of her upcoming work that reflects on her grandmothers.2024-11-2936 minVoices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard - Ep. 9 - Anik Silencieux InterviewIn this episode, Dr. PMak interviews Anik Silencieux, founder of Support Black Charities. Anik shares her journey from a curious child in Montreal to an engineer and ultimately to a social entrepreneur. She discusses her cultural background, the importance of community service, and the vision behind her organization, which aims to enhance the impact of Black-led charities.2024-11-291h 05Voices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard - Ep. 8 - Dr. Godwin Ude InterviewDr. Godwin Ude, a man with three doctoral degrees, shares his inspiring journey and the passion that drives him to find solutions to problems. Growing up in a large family of 15 siblings, Dr. Ude learned discipline and the value of making do with little. His academic journey was inspired by his desire to support his struggling family and make a difference in the lives of marginalized and impoverished people. He moved from Nigeria to Canada to pursue his passion for helping others and leading a ministry. Dr. Ude's story is a testament to the power of determination and faith. Dr...2024-11-151h 07Voices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard - Ep. 7 - Tinashe Manolo InterviewIn this conversation, Dr. PMak interviews Tinashe, the Chief Steward of The Enough Initiative Canada, about risk-taking and being a multi-talented entrepreneur. Tinashe emphasizes the importance of supporting entrepreneurs and believes that every idea has potential. They discuss the role of asking questions and creating an environment for ideas to flourish. Tinashe shares his various entrepreneurial ventures, including the Enough Initiative, When I Lead Media Group, How'Bout Dat, and The Afroriginals. They also explore the concept of being a jack of all trades and the value of pursuing multiple interests. Tinashe describes his daily routine and the importance of balancing...2024-11-011h 00Voices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard - Ep. 6 - Michael Ford InterviewThe conversation covers a wide range of topics, including the income potential in trades, global crises, the future of humanity, and the meaning of life. Michael Ford shares insights on the importance of mastery, the impact of instant gratification on youth, and the significance of building communities and purpose. He also discusses the role of spirituality in his work and the value of perseverance.2024-10-1851 minVoices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard - Ep. 5 - Zarya Thomas and Emmanuel Okee InterviewDr. PMak welcomes Zarya Thomas and Emmanuel Okee, the founders of the 4Roots Collective, a network of community organizers and social entrepreneurs of African descent. They discuss their commitment to community, the fragmentation in their community, and the need for healing and celebration. Emmanuel shares his journey from studying medicine to psychology and his passion for cultural education. They also discuss the problems within the community, including the loss of cultural values and the prioritization of capitalism over human connection.2024-10-041h 10Voices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard - Ep. 4 - Yves-Gérard Méhou-Loko InterviewYves-Gérard Méhou-Loko shares his experiences growing up in different countries and cultures, including France, Togo, Benin and Canada. He discusses his early career in politics and journalism, as well as the challenges he faced in navigating the public service and media industry. Yves-Gérard emphasizes the importance of patience and understanding in creating systemic change and combating racism. He also highlights the need for collective action and allyship in the fight against discrimination. Despite his current position of power as the Secretary General for the Canadian Commission for UNESCO, Yves-Gérard acknowledges that racism can still persist and that...2024-09-2040 minVoices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard - Ep. 3 - Camarrah Morgan InterviewIn this conversation, Dr. PMak speaks with Kamara Morgan about the importance of self-care and finding balance in life. Kamara shares her personal journey of realizing the need to prioritize herself and how it has transformed her perspective. They discuss the idea that caring for oneself is not selfish, but necessary for long-term well-being. They also explore the balance between taking care of the community and taking care of oneself. Kamara emphasizes the importance of sharing the load and empowering others to contribute, creating a stronger community. They touch on the generational struggle of overworking and the need to shift...2024-09-061h 15Voices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard Podcast - Ep. 2 - Professor Alan Pence InterviewIn this conversation Professor Alan Pence discusses his early childhood work and the importance of community, culture, and context in early childhood development. He shares his experiences with mentors such as Prof. Uri Bronfenbrenner and Thomas Weisner, who influenced his understanding of child development. Pence also talks about his work in Kenya and the challenges of being a male caregiver and house father.2024-08-2351 minVoices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard Podcast - Ep. 1 - Omar Yassin Omar InterviewThis conversation explores the experiences of black people and people of African descent in the grant making and philanthropy sector in Canada. The guests discuss the importance of centering and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities, the challenges of grant making, and the need for intentional and purposeful grant making.2024-08-091h 04Voices Less Heard with Dr PMakVoices Less Heard Podcast ThemeEveryone has a story to tell and has a unique contribution to the world. I am excited to launch the Voices Less Heard podcast. This podcast will spotlight conversations with “ordinary” people doing extraordinary work. The intention is to use the podcast platform to add to the chorus of voices and stories that make this world a truly beautiful place to live in. Imperfect as the world might be, the current polycrisis presents an opportunity for us to hear these different stories, learn from one another while building inclusive communities and societies. In this first season I speak to people doin...2024-08-0100 min
Coastline Church Westshore PodcastThe Power of the Holy Spirit | Week 2 | Patrick Makokoro2023-06-0400 min
Impact ChroniclesThe Nhaka Foundation EpisodeI speak to Patrick Makokoro who is the founder of Nhaka Foundation. Nhaka Foundation is on a mission to educate, feed, and improve the health of orphans and vulnerable children in Zimbabwe. The organization does this by helping to provide access to education, early childhood development (ECD) basic health care, and daily sustenance to vulnerable children.2019-11-0622 min