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Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"Sunni & Lisa have some news about the showSunni and Lisa are taking a hiatus from the podcast. Please continue to follow us on instagram @activeallyship.podcast We appreciate you!! 2022-05-1110 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #92: 200 Words to Help you Talk about Sexuality & Gender with Kate SloanLisa is solo and is joined by Kate Sloan who talks about her upcoming book, 200 Words to Help You Talk About Sexuality & Gender. Based in Toronto, Canada, Kate Sloan is a journalist, blogger, podcaster, and educator who has been writing about sex online and in print for over five years. On her blog she writes twice a week about sex, kink, relationships, fashion, beauty, writing, and mental health.ABOUT 200 Words to Help You Talk About Sexuality & GenderIt's frustrating not having the proper vocabulary to desc...2022-04-2840 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #91: KENTAJI BROWN JACKSON!!!!!!!Sunni and Lisa talk about Kentajo Brown Jackson and more! 2022-04-2030 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #90: Re-Play of interview with PROPAGANDA - Building a Better World.This is a re-play of an episode of our interview with Sunni and Lisa Propaganda about his book, Terraform: Building a Better World From https://www.prophiphop.com: …a poet, political activist, husband, father, academic & emcee With LA flowing through his veins & armed with a bold message, Propaganda has assembled a body of work that challenges and guides. Propaganda’s ideas stem from where he sits at the intersection. He sees how cultures cross and inspire one another, and can see the oneness of us all. Propaganda will cause you to nod your head, bu...2022-04-1422 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"Ep #89: Will Smith - Chris Rock - It's ComplicatedSunni and Lisa talk share their thoughts on the situation with Will Smith and Chris Rock. 2022-04-0641 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #88: The Authority Gap: Why Women Are Taken Less Seriously Than Men and What We Can Do About It with Mary Ann SieghartSunni and Lisa are joined by Mary Ann Sieghart, the author of The Authority Gap: Why Women Are Taken Less Seriously Than Men and What We Can Do About It . Book description: The Authority Gap: Why Women Are Taken Less Seriously Than Men and What We Can Do About It . Imagine living in a world in which you were routinely patronized by women.Imagine having your views ignored or your expertise frequently challenged by them.Imagine people always addressing the woman you are with before you.Now imagine a...2022-03-3040 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #87: A Multi-Cultural Family - The Story of Heather MathesThe Brady Bunch and a splash of the United Colors of Benetton, that’s what Heather Mathes, author of Paid to Be Perfect: The Secret to Finding Your Perfect was marinated in! Lisa and Sunni have a follow-up conversation - Lisa originally interviewed Heather on her podcast Naturally Savvy. Heather’s story definitely goes beyond that conversation. The ladies get into Heather’s background which includes her adoption, which was extraordinary. She was adopted by a white family who actually fought to make sure “Love” was at the center of the decision - Love over Race. Yes, I kn...2022-03-2352 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #86: The Power of Optimism with Violinist & Author Brendan SlocumbOptimism-sauce, that’s what Brendan Slocumb was marinated in! What a phenom! An amazing violinist and author, his debut novel is called “The Violin Conspiracy”. According to Brendan, the book parallels his real life by like 92%, so it’s pretty close to real-life experiences - Brendan’s lived experiences actually.The book, whew! This conversation! The connection that Sunni and Brendan have is akin to six degrees of separation - such a really small world! Lisa was fortunate enough to interview Brendan for his book tour, wait, did you listen? If not, you’ve got to be sure to li...2022-03-1655 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"Episode #85: Racism in the World of Classical Music with Violinist & Author Brendan Slocumb.Lisa is hosting solo and is joined by Brendan Slocumb, who talks about his book, The Violin Conspiracy. Brendan Nicholaus Slocumb was born in Yuba City, California and was raised in Fayetteville, North Carolina. He is a graduate of the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a degree in music education, concentrations on Violin and Viola. While at UNCG, Brendan was the concertmaster for the University Symphony orchestra and served as the principal violist. He performed with numerous small chamber ensembles, including flute and clarinet choirs, and in the BESK string quartet.As a mu...2022-03-0913 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #84: God and Race with Wayne FrancisLisa is hosting solo today and is joined by Wayne Francis, who talks about the book he wrote with John Siebeling. Wayne Francis leads the New York City location of The Life Church and was the founder and lead pastor of the former Authentic Church, which merged with The Life Church in early 2020. Wayne and his wife, Claudene, have been married for twenty years and have two beautiful teenage daughters, Haleigh and Ryleigh.For years, Pastors John Siebeling and Wayne Francis have led thriving congregations that are the embodiment of diversity; Siebeling in Memphis and...2022-03-0213 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #83: Through the Banks of the Red Cedar with Maya WashingtonSunni and Lisa are joined by Maya Washington who talks about her book THROUGH THE BANKSOF THE RED CEDAR:My Father and the Team that Changed the Game.Maya Washington is the award-winning Writer/Director and Producer of Through the Banks of the Red Cedar and author of the memoir by the same name. Maya’s multi-media work has garnered fellowships and/or awards from Jerome Foundation, Minnesota State Arts Board, Minnesota Film and Television, and others. She is a 2019 Commercial Directors Diversity Program finalist and workshop participant, and a 2019 McKnight Fellow in Media Arts. In...2022-02-2312 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"Ep #83: Reclaiming Your Community: You Don’t Have to Move out of Your Neighborhood to Live in a Better One with Majora CarterSunni and Lisa are joined by Majora Carter who talks about her book, Reclaiming Your Community: You Don’t Have to Move out of Your Neighborhood to Live in a Better One.Majora Carter is a real estate developer, urban revitalization strategy consultant, MacArthur Fellow and Peabody Award winning broadcaster. She is responsible for the creation and successful implementation of numerous economic developments, technology & green-infrastructure projects, policies and job training & placement systems.Carter applies her corporate consulting practice focused on talent-retention to reducing Brain Drain in American low-status communities. She has firsthand experience pioneering sustainable ec...2022-02-1617 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #82: Sunni & Lisa talk about the Whoopi Holocaust ControversySunni and Lisa weight in on the Holocaust controversy with Whoopi Goldberg. 2022-02-0924 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #81: Understanding E-Carceration: Electronic Monitoring, the Surveillance State, and the Future of Mass IncarcerationLisa is hosting solo today and is joined by James Kilgore, an educator, writer and activist based in Urbana, Illinois to talk about his book, Understanding E-Carceration: Electronic Monitoring, the Surveillance State, and the Future of Mass Incarceration.James Kilgore is an educator, writer and activist based in Urbana, Illinois. He writes widely on issues of mass incarceration and the politics and history of southern Africa. He has written four novels, all of which he drafted during his six and a half years in prison.He is also the author of a primer on the p...2022-02-0217 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #80: Why Everybody Needs to Talk About Racism - and How to Do It with Celeste HeadleeSunni and Lisa are joined by Celeste Headlee who talks about her latest book, Speaking of Race: Why Everybody Needs to Talk About Racism - and How to Do It. Celeste Headlee is an award-winning journalist who has appeared on NPR, PBS World, PRI, CNN, BBC and other international networks. She was formerly a host at National Public Radio, anchoring shows including Tell Me More, Talk of the Nation, All Things Considered and Weekend Edition. For many years, Celeste has been a mentor and managing editor for NPR’s Next Generation Radio Project, training young reporters and edi...2022-01-2655 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #79: Born in Blackness: Africa, Africans, and the Making of the Modern World, 1471 to the Second World War with Howard FrenchLisa is hosting solo today and is joined by Howard French to talk about his latest book, Born in Blackness: Africa, Africans, and the Making of the Modern World, 1471 to the Second World War. Howard French is a professor at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. Prior to joining the Columbia faculty, in 2008, he was a reporter and senior writer for The New York Times, where he worked as a foreign correspondent for more than two decades. During this time, French served as the paper's bureau chief in Shanghai, Tokyo, Abidjan and Miami (covering Central America and the C...2022-01-1953 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #78: What Made Black History in 2021Sunni and are chat about the article, What Made Black History in 2021? "After the tumult and triumphs of 2020, here are the achievements that shaped the first year following the country’s racial reckoning." By Dodai Stewart 12/17/2021 Here is the article:https://www.nytimes.com/2021/12/17/us/black-history-2021.amp.htmlListen to here the highlights! 2022-01-1232 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #77: Karen's Daughter is Back to kick off 2022!Sunni and Lisa are joined once again by Amy Bauer, the creator of www.karensdaughter.com She is back to update us on her journey and much more! This is from her website - Hi, my name is Amy and I’m a Karen. My truth is rooting in growing up in a white, patriarchal society that taught me the white male is.If you’re reading this and do not think this is true, then I encourage you to ask yourself how have you benefited from a white patriarchal society. When...2022-01-051h 02Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #76: Leadership, Allyship, & More with Ash Beckham!Sunni and Lisa are joined by Ash Beckham. Known for her viral Tedx Talk Coming Out of Your Closet, the “accidental advocate” for equality does not shy away from hard conversations. Her book Step Up: How to Live with Courage and Become an Everyday Leader (Sounds True, March 2020) is an empowering call-to-action to help mobilize all to embrace a different vision of leadership to create change in our workplaces, schools, places of worship, communities, and homes cultivated from both Beckham's personal and professional experiences. Book Description: A New Vision of Inclusive LeadershipWhat...2021-12-2957 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #75: Structural Racism in Healthcare plus Public Health, & HIV Education with Dr. MarkAlain DérySunni and Lisa are joined by Dr. MarkAlain Déry who talks about structural racism in healthcare and his latest venture into health education via animation. Dr. MarkAlain Déry, who is a nationally recognized HIV/AIDS advocate and Medical Director of Infectious Diseases and Chief Innovation Officer for Access Health Louisiana – the largest Medicaid-providing clinic system in Louisiana. Throughout his career Dr. Déry has been dedicated to raising awareness about HIV/AIDS and the social justice issues tied to it. His most current efforts include releasing a series of free, innovative animated videos aimed at...2021-12-221h 04Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #74: The Sisters Are Alright: Changing the Broken Narrative of Black Women in America with Tamara Winfrey HarrisLisa is joined by Tamara Winfrey-Harris, a writer who specializes in race and gender and their intersection with politics, popular culture, and current events. She is the author of Dear Black Girl: Letters from Your Sisters on Stepping into Your Power, and she has been called to share her analyses in media outlets such as NPR's Weekend Edition and Janet Mock's So POPular! on MSNBC.com. Her work has also appeared in countless outlets such as The New York Times, The Atlantic, Los Angeles Times, Bitch Magazine, Ms. and other media. Winfrey-Harris is Vice President of Community L...2021-12-1522 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #74: The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times with Douglas AbramsLisa is solo today. Her guest is Douglas Abrams who talks about the book he did with Jane Goodall, The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times.Doug Abrams is a multiple New York Times-bestselling author as well as an editor, literary agent, and film producer who is committed to helping catalyze the next evolutionary stage of our global culture. He co-wrote "The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World" with the Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu and "The Book of Hope: A Survival Guide for Trying Times" with Jane Goodall. He has c...2021-12-0814 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #73: Encourage kids to Find Their Inner Strength with NY Times Best Selling Author Susan VerdeSunni and Lisa are joined by Susan Verde who talks about her latest book, I Am Courage: A Book of Resilience (I Am Books).Susan grew up in the heart of Greenwich Village in NYC. As a kid she kept a piece of chalk in her pocket (for spontaneous hopscotch) and her skate key around her neck, ready for the next adventure. She found inspiration everywhere and loved to write all about it! Now, Susan lives by the sea in East Hampton, New York with her 3 children, their dog, Gizmo and a menagerie of other cr...2021-12-0155 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #72: Self-Care: Let's Start the ConversationSunni is back! Woo hoo! Sunni and Lisa are joined by Robert Allen is a mental health professional, growth coach, and author with multiple advanced degrees in the areas of business, counseling, education, divinity, healthcare, and leadership to talk about his book “Self Care: Let's Start the Conversation." With over 20 years of experience in both the public and private sector, Robert has served in various industries, from education, military, law enforcement, business, mental health, and ministry. He is the founder and CEO of New Dimensions Consulting Services, a company that specializes in helping businesses, entrepreneurs, and everyday people maximize their...2021-11-2454 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #71: In Search of Emma: How We Created Our Family with Armando Lucas CorreaLisa is solo today and is joined by Armando Lucas Correa to talk about his latest book, In Search of Emma: How We Created Our Family. Armando Lucas Correa is a Cuban writer, journalist and editor who resides in New York. His first novel, The German Girl (Atria Books, Simon & Schuster), is an international bestseller that has been translated to fourteen languages and published in more than twenty countries. His second novel, The Daughter's Tale (Atria Books, Simon & Schuster) was published in 2019. Correa is the Editor In Chief of People en Español and the recipient of various outstanding achi...2021-11-1721 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #70: White Supremacy with a Tan with John BlakeSunni & Lisa are joined by John Blake Senior Writer and Producer at CNN.com to talk about his recent article, White Supremacy with a Tan. Read it here: https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2021/09/04/us/census-browning-of-america-myth-blake/index.html2021-11-1056 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #70: Latinos, Schools and COVID: Non-Profit UnidosUS Addresses Community Concerns-Lisa is solo and is joined by ALBERTO A. GONZÁLEZ, JR., Senior Strategist for the Health Policy Project at UnidosUS to talk about a new survey finds continued concern from parents with emergency COVID vaccine authorization for kids under 12 on the horizon. 70% OF LATINO PARENTS SUPPORT COVID-19 VACCINE REQUIREMENT FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF More than 5 million children have tested positive for COVID-19 since the onset of the pandemic. As the Delta variant continues to spread across the country, risks for infection are increasing for Latino children who are back in school and remain unvaccinated. According t...2021-11-0322 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP # 68: YOUNG CLIMATE ACTIVISTS FROM AROUND THE WORLD PREPARE TO CONFRONT WORLD LEADERS WITH THEIR DEMANDS AT COP26 IN GLASGOWLisa is solo today and is joined by Marianne Larned to talk about COP26 in Glasgow where young climate activists from around the world prepare to confront world leaders with their demands. #WorldisWatching Young people from Argentina, Mexico, Nepal, the Philippines, Russia, Uganda, the US, and countries worldwide are traveling to Scotland as youth delegates to the United Nations COP26 -- the most historic climate conference of their lifetime -- where they will present their demands to world leaders. They are painfully aware that our world is at a crossroads - and COP26 is a watershed moment. They...2021-10-2735 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP# 67: Becoming Abolitionists with Derecka PurnellLisa is solo and is joined by Derecka Purnell. Derecka received her JD from Harvard Law School and works to end police and prison violence by providing legal assistance, research, and training to community-based organizations through an abolitionist framework. Her work and writing has been featured in the New York Times, NPR, The Atlantic, the Boston Globe, Harper's Bazaar, Cosmopolitan, The Appeal, Truthout, Slate, and many other publications. Book description:For more than a century, activists in the United States have tried to reform the police. From community policing initiatives to increasing diversity, none of i...2021-10-2014 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #66: The Proudest Color with Shelia Modir, PH.D & Jeff Kashou, LMFTLisa is hosting solo. She is joined by Dr. Sheila Modir & Jeff Kashou, LMFT. Dr. Modir is a pediatric psychologist at a children's hospital providing therapy to children, adolescents, and young adults diagnosed with a medical and mental health condition. Dr. Modir’s research interests include the impact of racial trauma and risk and resilience factors in the context of this trauma, and she has presented at conferences, spoken on podcasts, and published articles on this topic. Jeff Kashou is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who is a manager of clinical product and service design for a men...2021-10-1315 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"Ep #65: The Inner Work of Racial Justice with Rhonda V. MageeLisa is solo today and is joined by Rhonda V. Magee, author of The Inner Work of Racial Justice: Healing Ourselves and Transforming Our Communities Through Mindfulnes. Rhonda V. Magee (M.A. Sociology, J.D.) is a Professor of Law at the University of San Francisco and an internationally-recognized thought and practice leader focused on integrating mindfulness into higher education, law and social change work. A prolific author, she draws on law and legal history to weave storytelling, poetry, analysis and practices into inspiration for changing how we think, act and live better together in a rapidly...2021-10-0624 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #64: Memoir of Growing Up Undocumented in America with NYC Best Seller Qian Julie Wang.Lisa is solo and is joined by Qian Julie Wang, author of Beautiful Country: A Memoir. Here is the book description: In Chinese, the word for America, Mei Guo, translates directly to “beautiful country.” Yet when seven-year-old Qian arrives in New York City in 1994 full of curiosity, she is overwhelmed by crushing fear and scarcity. In China, Qian’s parents were professors; in America, her family is “illegal” and it will require all the determination and small joys they can muster to survive. In Chinatown, Qian’s parents labor in sweatshops. Instead of laughing at her jokes, they...2021-09-2924 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #63: Hear My Voice/Escucha mi voz: The Testimonies of Children Detained at the Southern Border of the United StatesSunni and Lisa are joined by Warren Bidford to talk about her book, Hear My Voice/Escucha mi voz: The Testimonies of Children Detained at the Southern Border of the United States.Warren Binford is an international children's rights expert who is both a professor of law and a professor of pediatrics at the University of Colorado. She has traveled to over 70 countries and frequently works with children's organization worldwide to combat some of the toughest issues facing children and families in the 21st century, such as child exploitation and trafficking, children in armed conflict, children and...2021-09-2224 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #62: The American Experiment: Dialogues on a Dream with NYT Best Selling Author David RubensteinLisa is solo today. She is joined by David Rubenstein the New York Times bestselling author of How to Lead and The American Story. He is cofounder and co-executive chairman of The Carlyle Group, one of the world’s largest and most successful private equity firms. Rubenstein is Chairman of the Boards of Trustees of the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts and the Council on Foreign Relations. He is an original signer of The Giving Pledge and a recipient of the Carnegie Medal of Philanthropy and the MoMA’s David Rockefeller Award. The host of The David...2021-09-1523 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #61: Sunni is BACK! So is Melvin Gravely, II author of "Dear White Friend."Sunni is back! Since Sunni missed the first interview with Melvin Gravely, II the author of "Dear White Friend" on August 25th, she gets a chance to talk with Melvin about his book. Lisa stays in the background and Sunni and Melvin have a great conversation that you don't want to miss!Book description of Dear White Friend: The Realities of Race, the Power of Relationships and Our Path to Equity. My friend, I do not believe you are a racist.Melvin Gravely eloquently accomplishes what many have undoubtedly wis...2021-09-0851 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"We are off this week! See you next week!2021-09-0100 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #60: Dear White Friend with Melvin Gravely, II PART 1Lisa is solo today and is joined by Melvin Gravely, II to talk about his book, Dear White Friend: The Realities of Race, the Power of Relationships and Our Path to Equity. This part 1 of a series of interviews with Mr. Gravely. Mel Gravely is the majority owner and CEO of a commercial construction company in Cincinnati, Ohio. As one of the largest construction companies in the region, it is a consistent member of the Deloitte 100 list of the largest privately owned companies.An active business and civic leader who has chaired the bo...2021-08-2546 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #59: The Other Black Girl with Zakiya Dalila HarrisLisa is solo today and joining her is Zakiya Dalila Harris who spent nearly three years in book publishing before leaving to write her debut novel The Other Black Girl which she and Lisa talk about in this interview. Prior to working in publishing, Zakiya received her MFA in creative writing from The New School. Her essays and book reviews have appeared in Guernica and The Rumpus. She lives in Brooklyn.Here are some of the things Lisa asks Zakiya. Listen to the interview to hear all of the questions and answers:In your book, a...2021-08-1813 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #58: America on Fire: The Untold History of Police Violence and Black Rebellion Since the 1960s with Elizabeth HintonSunni and Lisa are joined by Yale Historian Elizabeth Hinton to discuss new book AMERICA ON FIRE: The Untold History of Police Violence and Black Rebellion Since the 1960s Book description:What began in spring 2020 as local protests in response to the killing of George Floyd by Minneapolis police quickly exploded into a massive nationwide movement. Millions of mostly young people defiantly flooded into the nation’s streets, demanding an end to police brutality and to the broader, systemic repression of Black people and other people of color. To many observers, the protests appeared to be w...2021-08-1155 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #57: Allyship... what works, what doesn't from the POV of Michael Carter.Sunni and Lisa are joined by Michael Carter who does not believe allyship has been beneficial. We delve into this to learn more about why Michael feels the way he does and to get advice from him on what allies could do that would be beneficial.2021-08-0426 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP 56: Wilmington's Lie: The Murderous Coup of 1898 and the Rise of White Supremacy with WINNER OF THE 2021 PULITZER PRIZE David ZucchinoSunni is away this week so Lisa is hosting solo. Her guest is David Zucchino is a contributing writer for the New York Times. He has covered wars and civil conflicts in more than three dozen countries and is a four-time Pulitzer Prize finalist for his reporting in Iraq, Lebanon, Africa, and inner-city Philadelphia. Zucchino won a Pulitzer Prize for his dispatches from apartheid South Africa. He is the author of Thunder Run and Myth of the Welfare QueenBook description: WINNER OF THE 2021 PULITZER PRIZE FOR GENERAL NONFICTIONFrom P...2021-07-2819 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #55: My Journey As a Trans Woman with Precious Brady Davis: Trauma, Healing, Self-Love & Pride.Lisa is solo today with the incredible Precious Brady Davis. Precious Brady-Davis is an award-winning diversity advocate, communications professional, and public speaker. She currently serves as the associate regional communications director at the Sierra Club. She served for three years as the assistant director of diversity recruitment initiatives at Columbia College Chicago, her alma mater, implementing the campus-wide diversity initiative and providing leadership and oversight of national diversity recruitment and inclusion policy initiatives. She also served as the youth outreach coordinator at the Center on Halsted, the largest LGBTQ community center in the Midwest. During Precious's tenure, she launched...2021-07-2113 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #54: Experiences of a Black & LBGTQIA+ TruckerLisa and Sunni interview Toni Pettus who shares her experience as a Black LBGTQIA+ as a truck driver in the mostly white male dominated industry. She also shares her self-care rituals which help her handle the stress of her work environment.We will be back to our Did You Know" segment in September, 2021-07-1543 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #53: The White People Whisperer Is BACK! (It's Dr. David Campt!)Lisa is joined by Dr. David Campt. David is an engaging speaker, a master facilitator, and an expert in the process of transformative dialogue. David also has significant substantive thought leadership in diversity, inclusion and equity areas related to anti-racism. His proficiency in advancing compassionate dialogue to create a more equitable world resulted in offering his thoughts and commentary in numerous articles, radio, podcasts, as well as national television appearances.Through his exclusive R.A.C.E. Method, David is known most for educating and coaching participants in a disarming, amiable, and practical way. His keynotes and c...2021-07-0734 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #52: When the Stars Begin to Fall: Overcoming Racism and Renewing the Promise of America with Theodore R. JohnsonLisa is solo this week and is joined by Theodore R. Johnson a Senior Fellow and Director of the Fellows Program at the Brennan Center for Justice at the NYU School of Law, where he undertakes research on race, politics, and American identity. Prior to joining the Brennan Center, he was a National Fellow at New America and a Commander in the United States Navy, serving for twenty years in a variety of positions, including as a White House Fellow in the first Obama administration and as speechwriter to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. His work o...2021-06-3018 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #51: Juneteenth to be or not to be, that is the Question w. Sunni and LisaThe Did you know Segment… it’s back! Where is it? What happened to it? Ok, it’s really back, just not this week. *smile* Happy belated Father’s Day to our listeners! Lisa shares her experience attending the Juneteenth celebration this year versus last year the mood was different for a number of reasons. Clearly, 2020 was unprecedented on so many levels, no one could’ve foretold the life changing events!On this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag! The ladies discuss Juneteenth! It’s officially recognized as a Federal Holiday!!!! ...2021-06-2337 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #50: Terraform - Building A Better World with Poet & Rapper PropagandaThe Did you know Segment… it’s back! Where is it? What happened to it? Ok, it’s really back, just not this week. *smile* On this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag! The ladies converse with Propaganda…Propaganda was marinated in multi cultural communities in Los Angeles, California. He’s hilarious and gives all the props to his mom for it and his sarcasm. Terraform… what is it, is that what you’re inclined to ask? The book, you’re wondering what’s all this talk about? Trust us… this book is magical AF...2021-06-1622 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #49: A Candid Conversation with Karen’s Daughter - Amy BauerThe Did you know Segment… it’s back! Sigh… “Karen’s” geez and geez… what’s with the racist behavior… immediately followed by a lame ass apology…and “white” tears! So, this “Karen” owns a hat store and thought it was a great idea to use the Star of David as an anti-vax symbol…this genius hails from Nashville, TN. In other DYK news, Amy Cooper is back in the news, you know the lady that called that police on the African American man birdwatching in Central Park and lied and cried more “white” tears. Well, apparently, she’s suing her former employer for racism. N...2021-06-091h 08Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #48: How Anti-Racism Work and Purpose Work Go Hand-in-Hand with Joey ChandlerOur "Did You Know" segment returns shortly. On this episode of Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!" the ladies chat with Purpose Coach, Joey Chandler. Joey helps actors, writers and other creatives develop their characters and get unstuck in their lives. His approach is based on the idea that the more you know about yourself, the more you can bring to your craft. His Purpose Survey is the foundation of his work. It takes less than 5 minutes and you learn more about yourself. Sunni and Lisa took his Purpose Survey and it was spot on! Joey goes...2021-06-0247 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #47: Color in the Outdoors with Christopher KilgourOn this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag! The ladies chat with Christopher Kilgour, founder of Color In The Outdoors, an outdoors DEI activity and advocacy organization. His organization is focused on creating opportunities for people who either have never spent time outdoors, but didn’t have a good experience in the process OR who consider themselves avid lovers of the outdoor world and want to continue to expand their experiences and skillsets.Christopher Kilgour was marinated in all things outdoors… being in the outdoors is a part of his core. Re...2021-05-271h 01Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP 46: The 5 Habits of Human Connection that Build Extraordinary Relationships with Riaz MeghjiOn this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag! Sunni and Lisa converse with Riaz Meghji, a human connection keynote speaker, author and an accomplished broadcaster with 17 years of television hosting experience. He joins the show to talk about his book, Every Conversation Counts: The 5 Habits of Human Connection that Build Extraordinary Relationships.Not only is this a must listen. interview, it is also a must read book. Sunni and I discuss something he writes about in his book about Amy Cooper and Christian Cooper and you don't want to miss it!If you...2021-05-1949 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #45: Discussing Social Justice, Racism and Public Health with Professor Sherridan SchwartzThe Did you know Segment… will resume in June.On this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag! The ladies chat with Professor Sherridan Schwartz about the challenges of helping medical professionals better understand the complexities of social justice and racism in the public health sector. Professor Schwartz, Strategist, Policy Analyst, and Educational Leader was marinated in “bar-b-que sauce”! Seriously, you’ve got to listen to hear the complete story! Houston, Texas has one of the largest medical professional populations. Right now, they’re hav...2021-05-121h 01Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #44: Indigenous People & the Environment, Colonialism, Cultural & Ecological Genocide & more with Phillip LoringOn the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa talk about their experience on a recent Clubhouse Room… it was very moving. O yea, did you know about the two new African American muppets?! Let’s talk about Universal Studios Officers for a moment! How is it that officers wrestled a woman and her child to the ground…like what in the absolute fcuk?! We’ve got to do better! Come on Disney! O yea, then there’s Lt. Colonel Grossman. On this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag! The ladies discuss Lisa’s i...2021-05-051h 03Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #43: Black Maternal Health Disparities with Kimberly Seals AllersOn the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss the harm of white women showing up and attempting to “own” spaces filled with trauma stricken Black and Brown people. It is an imperative for white women to show up to support and hold space for people of color… also using their privilege for purpose. Understanding your role is critical to the survival of your well intentioned efforts. The ladies also discuss Jane Elliott’s “Blue Eyes, Brown Eyes” exercise with her students. Jane is a legacy and leader in spaces influenced by racism, providing many unpopular anecdotes. On t...2021-04-281h 02Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #42: The Derek Chauvin Trial - Guilty as ChargedOn this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more than a Hashtag!… Sunni and Lisa discuss at length, the Guilty Verdict reached in the trial of Derek Chauvin. The former Minnesota Police Officer accused of murdering George Floyd was found guilty on all three counts.Finally, there is a collective sigh of relief… for an incident that took place almost one year ago. The trauma of reliving the moment that will be forever etched in the memories of so many people is real. The moments leading up to the death, correction, the murder of George Floyd was witnessed...2021-04-2135 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #41: The Second Coming of the KKK with Historian Linda GordonOn this segment of Did you know… Sunni and Lisa acknowledge the transition of both, DMX and Prince Philip. If you haven’t heard about the discrimination that took place Kids R Kids daycare in Roswell, GA… you’ve got to tune in. So, all the controversy surrounding the perceived disrespect of the flag by kneeling and how the soldiers fought for our freedom… it appears that the police in Virginia have no respect for our soldiers… especially after pepper spraying and physically assaulting an African American/LatinX soldier during a traffic stop. *deep, really deep breaths* On th...2021-04-141h 10Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #40: The Current State of Affairs in Resistance, NYC Police, & Stereotypes in Acting with Actor Rafael AlejandroOn this segment of Did you know… Sunni and Lisa discuss the current state of affairs, i.e. the trial of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd. This conversation led to a discussion regarding the NYPD and the lack of accountability. Now on to Qualified Immunity… yesssssssss! O and… the new law in place regarding marijuana… all this and more…Whew! You’re going to have to listen! On this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag! Sunni and Lisa talk to Actor, writer, Rafael Alejandro! Rafael was marinated in the essence of Puert...2021-04-071h 01Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #39: In Defense of Kindness … Why it Matters, How it Changes Our Lives, and How It Can Save the World with Bruce Reyes-ChowOn this "extra long” segment of Did you know… Sunni and Lisa attempt (albeit unsuccessful) to unpack the lunacy of folks and their absolute blind ambition to succeed at becoming lower than a snake’s belly! The ladies discuss a number of atrocities committed against children in the Black Community. Curious: 1) the 6 year old kid who was arrested and made to appear in court for picking a fcuking tulip! 2) the 5 year old kid whose teacher made him pull toilet paper and feces from the toilet and 3) the “headmaster” who made the 11 year old kneel and apologize! The common denominator, wait for it...2021-03-311h 28Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #38: Jesse Ross on His Conversations with White Women & White Men on Anti-Racism.On the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss the one year anniversary of the Breonna Taylor’s murder by the Louisville, Kentucky Police Department. Breonna and her boyfriend were none the wiser when white plain clothes police officers burst into their apartment while they were asleep, on a no-knock warrant. The charges against her boyfriend has sense been dismissed. Seriously, authorities spent more time trying to charge/convict an innocent man than they did pursuing the actual murderers of Breonna Taylor. Before Breonna Taylor, there was Ahmaud Arbery, then George Floyd and countless other people of color sufferin...2021-03-241h 05Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #37: COVID Conversation with Dr. Melissa ClarkeOn the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss Lisa’s newfound love with the social media platform - Clubhouse! Geez Luweez! Sunni’s on there too, but she’s attempting to exercise some balance, which sometimes seems unattainable…lol. Seriously though, Clubhouse is a great space for conversations about any and everything! Real connections are made too! Now, please understand that bullshit comes with all social media platforms, to include Clubhouse…our advice - filter, filter, filter. Moderators, stages, rooms, hallways, hand raising… yup! O wait, you can only access Clubhouse via IOS. Sunni is super excited to have received her...2021-03-171h 13Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #36: The Dead Are Arising: The Life of Malcolm X with Tamara PayneOn the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss the alleged death bed confession of retired NYPD officer - Raymond A. Wood. He allegedly penned a letter describing his involvement in the set-up and assassination of Malcolm X. In what seemed like almost 24 hours after the Tamara Payne interview - this was breaking news! According to washingtonpost.com headlines: An NYPD cop allegedly confessed to aiding in Malcom X’s assassination. His daughter says his letter is fake. You’ve gotta listen to this! On this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag...2021-03-101h 20Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #35: Expand Beyond Your Current Culture with Leslie ShortOn the Did you know Segment… Black Inventors…according to history.com The Electret Microphone, was Co-Invented by James E. West in 1964. Even for those who aren’t quick to pick up the mic during karaoke, microphones are used every day to communicate over distances far and wide. And more than 90 percent of the microphones used today, including the microphones used in phones and cameras, use a microphone co-invented by a Black man. Dr. James E. West was tasked with creating a more sensitive and compact microphone while working at Bell Labs in 1960. Only four years later, the new micropho...2021-03-031h 17Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"WE are BACK on MARCH 3rd with NEW EPISODES!Sorry we didn't post a show last week! The good news is we have some incredible guests coming up! Listen to this 1 min 32 second preview to find out (one of the upcoming guests is Charles M. Blow!!!!!!!!) 2021-03-0101 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #34: The ABC’s of Black History with Rio CortezOn the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa are recognizing and celebrating Black|African American History Month by sharing stories of inventors of everyday items! On this episode it’s the light bulb! Yup! According to history.com - The light bulb itself was invented by Thomas Edison, but the innovation used to create longer-lasting light bulbs with a carbon filament came from African American inventor Lewis Latimer. Latimer, the son of formerly enslaved people, began work in a patent law firm after serving in the military for the Union during the Civil War.Mr. L...2021-02-1733 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #33: The Power of Voice: A Guide to Making Yourself Heard with Denise Woods Pt. IIOn the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa are recognizing and celebrating Black|African American History Month by sharing stories of inventors of everyday items! On this episode it’s the ironing board! According to history.com Improved Ironing Board, Invented by Sarah Boone in 1892 ~ The ironing board is a product that’s used possibly just as much as it’s overlooked. In the late 19th century, it was improved upon by Sarah Boone, an African American woman who was born enslaved. One of the first Black women in U.S. history to receive a patent, she expanded upon the orig...2021-02-1051 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #32: The Power of Voice: A Guide to Making Yourself Heard with Denise Woods Pt. 1On the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss some great news! According to USAToday.com, more than 170 entertainers have launched a group to combat racism and anti-semitism, The group is called the Black-Jewish Entertainment Alliance (BJEA). Some of the celebrities include Tiffany Haddish, Billy Porter and Mayim Bialik. The BJEA launched on February 1, 2021, the first day of Black|African American History Month. In addition, and in celebration of Black|African American History Month, Sunni shares stories of inventors of everyday items that we all use, i.e. the traffic light, the green, yello...2021-02-0339 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #31: The Inauguration & the Way Forward with Sunni & LisaSunni and Lisa delve right into The Inauguration of our 46th President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. and Vice President Kamala Devi Harris. This inauguration was definitely different on so many levels. This time and for the first time since anyone can remember, there weren’t thousands of spectators on the grounds of the mall and surrounding areas. Due in part to the continued spread of COVID and the extra precautions related to the January 6, 2020 storming of the Capitol by extremists, white supremacists and domestic terrorists… I think you get the point! According to the Washington Post, “Inaugural field of flags on t...2021-01-2726 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #30: 40 Years a Prisoner Documentary with Mike Africa, Jr.Sunni and Lisa observe Dr. Martin Luther King’s Birthday in song…then proceed to discuss his energy and efforts under the umbrella of Social Justice. If peace means a willingness to be exploited economically, dominated politically, humiliated and segregated, I don’t want peace. If peace mean being complacently adjusted to a deadening state quo, I don’t want peace. If peace mean keeping my mouth shut in the midst of injustice and evil, I don’t want peace. Peace is not simply the absence of conflict, but the existence of justice for all people. ~ Dr. Martin Luther King...2021-01-201h 21Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #29: An Attempted Coup on the U.S. Capitol with Marcia DysonOn the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss The U.S. Capitol Coup Attempt… what on earth?! On January 6, 2021, the sitting president incited a riot and civil unrest with his base. He encouraged them to march down to the U.S. Capitol to remind congress that the election was stolen. He even told them he would be with them… yea, no! More importantly, the U.S. Capitol was breached, those inside were in fear - for their safety and lives, several supporters and two Capitol Police Officers paid the ultimate price. Not to mention, those who have now tested p...2021-01-131h 02Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #28: The Dynamics of White Parents raising Black Boys in this Racist Society.On the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss another Karen incident! This time against another young black kid in a Soho Hotel in the Big Apple! The long and short of it is… another person with UNearned racial privilege accuses a young black kid of stealing her phone. Listen, this story is so fcuking warped *sigh*. Karen accused this kid of stealing her phone, with NO evidence, none! Keyon Harrold, Jr. was victimized by this thug, who by the way has a criminal past. Keyon’s father, by the same name, is a famous jazz musician, he was with h...2021-01-0642 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #27: “Inform. Engage. Educate. Act" Highlights of the Podcast in 2020Sunni and Lisa decided to end the year with a compilation of excerpts from several of this year’s episodes. It was hard to decide which episodes because there were many insightful, candid and moving conversations between the two and their guests. Those discussions provided insight, hope and resilience.As they peered in the rearview mirror of 2020, an Unprecedented year to say the least, it offered a time for reflection. Lisa put out a call to the Universe for a co-host, Sunni heard the call and responded Hint: “What Were You Marinated In?” has the deets. Now 6 months an...2020-12-3035 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #26: The Holiday Episode with Sunni & Lisan the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss some good news! Ben and Jerry’s (the ice cream guys) is a huge proponent of justice, equality and equity, huge! They also have a new vegan ice cream inspired by Colin Kaepernick called “Change the Whirled”. Ben and Jerry compiled a series of good news stories on their IG page…stating “We’re not sad to see 2020 go. But despite the pandemic and all the other challenges, some good things really did happen this year…”. Some of the stories include: Record number voter turn-out, the Miami Sch...2020-12-2313 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #25: Long Time Coming: Reckoning with Race in America with Michael Eric DysonOn the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss the most recent rally featuring none other than the Proud Boys, you know, Trump’s boys, “Stand down and Stand by”. According to the Washington Post, the Proud Boys showed up and wreaked havoc in the Nation’s Capital! The Proud Boys incited chaos leading to property damage and physical altercations, there were multiple stabbing victims, at least 23 arrests…the list of mayhem is longer! To be fair, there were also counter protesters in attendance. (That’s all I’ll say about that).On this episode of Active Allyship…it’...2020-12-1641 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #24: The Brave Sis Project w. Rozella “Rosie” KennedyOn the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss one of the hottest topics on social media, former President Barack Obama’s audible thoughts on the “Defund the Police” term. Let’s be clear, he doesn’t have issue with the movement, his concern is the ability of the movement to reach far and wide. According to stltoday.com (St. Louis Post-Dispatch), “Obama is right. The “Defund the Police” slogan just makes reform more difficult.” Social Media has been up in arms over his comments…Tune in to hear the entire discussion! On this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more...2020-12-0953 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP 23: How to be an Ally to Indigenous People with Simon Moya-SmithOn the Did you know Segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss a major decision made by the Supreme Court on behalf of the Indigenous People located in Oklahoma. According to NPR …The Supreme Court recognizes sovereignty in much of Oklahoma. NPR goes on to state that… a recent Supreme Court ruling has given Native Americans in Oklahoma renewed sovereignty over their tribal lands - an area of roughly 19 million acres. The land in question marked the end of the “Trail of Tears” for the five tribes that underwent forced relocation in the mid-1800s: the Cherokee, Chickasaw, Choctaw, Seminole and Muscogee Cree...2020-12-0238 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #22: What are you doing to End Racial Inequality w. Karen Fleshman.On the Did you know Segment… According to CNN, Sacramento County has declared Racism a Health Crisis! The Sacramento County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the resolution and outlined ways to promote racial equity.On this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag! Sunni and Lisa finally met Karen Fleshman! What an amazing woman! Karen is a mentor, activist, entrepreneur, attorney, author, educator, proud San Franciscan, and a single soccer mom. She’s also the founder of Racy Conversations, a workshop facilitation company, to inspire the antiracist generation. Her first book White Women We Need to Tal...2020-11-2559 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #21: The Road Ahead: The Way Forward w. Dr. David Campt…On the Did you know Segment… It’s Transgender Awareness Week! According to Gladd.org…each year between November 13-19 the Transgender Community highlights news and issues impacting the LGTBQ. November 20th is a day of remembrance, honoring Transgender people whose lives were lost and acts of anti-transgender violence that took place on a particular year.Lisa and Sunni share movies and docu-series watched on HULU and HBO specific to the Transgender Community. Great educational resources! We are allies for everyone! We Inform. Engage. Educate. Act.On this episode of Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hasht...2020-11-1954 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #20: The Election Results! The Polls! The Voters! - What’s Next?The ladies were so excited about this episode, they didn’t even discuss the “Did You Know Segment”. Heck, the whole 2020 Election is a “Did You Know?”Sunni and Lisa waste no time jumping right into the 2020 election results, the impact and what’s to come! And the winner is… Joe Biden President - Elect w. Kamala Harris, the first ever woman and to boot woman of color as the Vice President Elect!!!!!! Make no mistake, the country is clearly divided with a margin of only 4 million ballots to determine the winner (sad AF right?!).The raw emotion...2020-11-1137 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #19: Candid Conversation w. Karens Going Wilds’ Creator Pavel PaulinichOn the Did you know Segment… Lisa and Sunni discuss… the UNprecedented early voter turnout for young people and Texans! Exciting news - an estimated 7 million young voters between the ages of 18-29 did the damn thang! According to National Geographic “many young voters were specifically driven by racial inequality, gun violence and climate change.And those Texans, you know they like to do things big! Texans cast 9 million early ballots, topping the state’s total turnout for 2016! They ain’t playin! Folks are not playing, there’s so much at stake! And as suspected, this wasn’t going to be an ea...2020-11-0437 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #18: A Full Segment of Did You Know: So Much is Happening ~ Catch-up with Us!On the Did You Know segment… which is the framework for today’s show. Sunni and Lisa discuss current events. Re-Imagining the Police: Responding to Mental Health Crisis, San Francisco’s The Caren Act, The Upcoming Election: BIPOC and Voting, Active Allyship in Action! On this episode, Lisa and Sunni discuss yet another very recent killing of a black man - this time in Philadelphia, the victim’s name is Walter Wallace Jr. who was having a Mental Health Crisis. His family called for intervention, instead, their son was killed right in front of them! *Lawd Geezus* Sunni is...2020-10-2823 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #17: Holding Space for Healing ~ The Root of Your Trauma can Show Up in Unexpected WaysOn this episode of “Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag!” … On the “Did you Know?” segment, Sunni and Lisa share two great news articles related to the voter process! According to Good Black News - NBA Legend Michael Jordan and his Jordan Brand Donate $2.5 Million to Combat Black Voter Suppression and The NAACP and LeBron Jame’s “More Than A Vote” Initiative Attracts 10,000 Volunteer Poll Works. We all know that there’s voter suppression, in addition to voter suppression, we are in the midst of a pandemic where people are feeling unsafe and vulnerable. Our guest Vanessa C...2020-10-2136 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #16: Everyday Bias: Identifying and Navigating Unconscious Judgements in Our Lives.On this episode of “Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag!” … Lisa flies solo with guest Howard Ross, the author of "Everyday Bias: Identifying and Navigating Unconscious Judgements in Our Daily Lives." Howard Ross is lifelong social justice advocate, and is considered one of the world’s seminal thought leaders on identifying and addressing unconscious bias. Howard has delivered programs in 47 states and over 40 other countries to audiences including Fortune 500 companies, colleges and universities, and major institutions within healthcare, government, and non-profit sectors. According the Howard J. Ross, to be human is to be biased. Lisa an...2020-10-1448 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #15: Friendship and Politics: How Differences in Politics Can End FriendshipsOn the Did You Know segment… Sunni and Lisa discuss President Trump’s COVID diagnosis and the actions that followed. *alarming* According to the New York Times… the White House Is Not Tracing Contacts for “Super-Spreader” Rose Garden Event - Since President Trump’s Covid diagnosis, numerous associates have tested positive, but the White House has not aggressively investigated the outbreak. *sigh*On this episode, Lisa shares her struggle with a lifetime friendship and the wedge that politics has driven between the two. At the end of the day, is it really about your political aff...2020-10-0743 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #14: What Lights You Up?On this episode of “Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag!” …our "Did you hear" segment comes at the end of the show.Sunni and Lisa decide to “free style” in this episode, discussing the importance of mindfulness. What are they doing to manage their time, because we all have tons of it! They share what they’re doing in our spare time…lol and how were coping with the current events! What lights you up? For me, it’s meditation and living in my most authentic life. We offer simple suggestions for how to get started with a mind...2020-09-3025 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #13: "An "Unfiltered" Conversation about How to Be an Effective White Ally (it's a learning process!)On this episode of “Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag!” … Before we get into this episode, Lisa shares her experience with a newfound therapy…too funny! On the “Did you Know?” segment, Sunni and Lisa discuss the loss of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg aka Notorious RBG and the significance of her death on the first day of Rosh Hashanah. Not only is her passing unfortunate, the timing couldn’t be worse. This administration’s shenanigans are unimaginable, but not unmistakable!Dr. David Campt is the author of the “White Ally Toolkit”. Before we delve into the tools for Alli...2020-09-231h 25Active Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #12: The Connection Between Low Self Worth & Racism (plus the Importance of Self-Care)On this episode of “Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag!” …On the “Did you Know?” segment, Sunni and Lisa discuss the occupant of the White House’s LIES regarding COVID-19!!!!!! According to CNN, Play it down Trump, admits to concealing the true threat of coronavirus in the new Woodward book called “Rage”. Trump actually admitted (out loud) that he was knowledgeable about the seriousness of COVID-19 and intentionally downplayed it!!!!! What in the entire FCUK could he have been thinking?! You’ve got to listen!Of course, Sunni and Lisa start the show by hearin...2020-09-1654 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #11: Racism within the Police ForceOn this episode of “Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag!” …On “Did you Know?” segment, Sunni and Lisa discuss the current administration’s efforts to dismantle Diversity and Inclusion efforts by banning Diversity and Inclusion Training. WTF?! I know right? Breathe, we’re breathing, taking very deep breaths *woosah*According to the news, "Trump Bans Diversity Training, Claiming It’s Divisive, Anti-American Propaganda." If this administration considers Diversity and Inclusion training divisive, y'all better get ready for what’s on the horizon! Put those headphones on! First and foremost, we hear what Edwina M. William...2020-09-0950 minActive Allyship...it's more than a #hashtag!"EP #10: Broken Beyond Repair? On this episode of “Active Allyship…it’s more than a #hashtag!” …On the newly introduced segment called, “Did you Know?” Sunni flies solo sharing the latest news of the Louisville Metro Police Department’s efforts to offer a plea deal to Breonna Taylor’s ex-boyfriend (Jamarcus Glover) to say that she was a part of an organized crime syndicate. Nope, you did not read that wrong! Crazy af right?!On this week’s episode (short, but powerful) we discuss a question that Lisa’s brother asked… with everything going on…how?! Broken beyond repair? That’s a very important quest...2020-09-0214 min