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Mile 40 PodcastEp 92 - Amplifying A Call for Reform Through Movement: Featuring Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanEpisode Promotional Partner: Kreatures of Habit Use Code: Mile40 at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kreaturesofhabit.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for 15% off a one-time purchase OR the first subscription order payment. Taylor is a true polymath - an actress, fitness professional, activist, and academic who has dedicated her life to making a positive impact on the world. In this episode, we delve into Taylor's journey, from her childhood experiences growing up as the daughter of immigrants in New Jersey, to her time performing on stage, to her current devotion as an advocate for marginalized communities. We discuss the experiences in her life...2024-08-081h 02

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: Season 1 Finale With Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanThank you so much for listening to On the Outside. I can't wait for what's in store for Season 2 and beyond. I see you. I'm with you. See you out there.Resources: Follow @taylorraealmonte Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmonte 2024-04-1205 min

On the OutsideS1 E12: Growing Up As A First Gen American, Fitness And Wellness In NYC, Living With Fibroids With Tara NicolasIn today’s episode I talk to Tara Nicolas, @taraanicolas. Tara is a NYC based actor, Global Nike Trainer, Reiki Master, and Meditation Instructor.We Talk About… Acting Wellness Fitness Being first generation American Cultural Identity Dance and artistic pursuits Immigrant experiences Financial struggles and career choices Self care Fibroids FertilityResources: Follow @taraanicolas Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individ...2024-04-0844 min

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: Understanding Abolition With Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn this episode, I share some background on what "abolition" means when talking about America's prison and policing system.We Talk About… Prison abolition Mass incarceration Racial disparities The war on drugs The school to prison pipeline Privatization of prisons Recidivism The need for an intersectional approach Mental health in prisons Economic inequality Labor exploitation Shifting from punishment to rehabilitation Community investment to address the root causes of crimeResources: Follow @taylorraealmonte Check out Angela Davis and Kimberlé Crenshaw Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Vis...2024-04-0516 min

On the OutsideFamily Chat: Racial Dynamics As A Corporate Girly With My Cousin, Shailyn TiradoIn this episode, Thalia Romina @thethaliaromina and I talk about her feeling on the outside as a female comedian.We Talk About… Corporate environment Microaggressions Diversity and inclusion Hair and identity Racism and microaggressions Corporate culture and authenticity The Crown ActResources: Follow @sugashai Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect fin...2024-04-0325 min

On the OutsideS1 E11: Being A Black Woman In America And Abroad, DEI, Policing And Founding ACTIV-ISM With Kira WestIn today’s episode I talk to Kira West, @bykwest. Kira is a Brooklyn born content creator, runner and writer with a passion for making wellness more inclusive.We Talk About… Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Wellness and Fitness Industry Racism and Marginalization Personal Growth and Self-Care Advocacy Work and Impact of ACTIV-ISM Educational Background and Experiences Founding of Sanity Miles Work-Life Balance and Societal Change Experiences of RacismResources: Follow @bykwest ACTIV-ISM E Book: https://www.activ-ism.com/get-active Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visi...2024-04-0145 min

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: Feeling Like An Outsider With Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn this episode, I share a few stories about feeling like an outsider growing up and how being bullied for my hair texture impacted my entire life.We Talk About… Being bullied Mean teachers My hair journeyResources: Follow @taylorraealmonte Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or...2024-03-2915 min

On the OutsideFamily Chat: Being An Afro-Latina With My Cousin, Shailyn TiradoIn this episode, I talk to my cousin, Shailyn Tirado, about Blackness as an Afro-Latina, and more specifically, in our Dominican culture.We Talk About… Being Afro-Latina Colorism Being Dominican Distinctions between race and ethnicity The role of platforms in anti-racism education The influence of colonialism, and African ancestry on self-identificationResources: Follow @sugarshai Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. In...2024-03-2723 min

On the OutsideS1 E10: Being Queer Online, Online Hate And Having Tough Conversation With Jordan MyrickIn today’s episode I talk to Jordan Myrick, @jordanmyr1ck. Jordan is a writer, comedian, and actor. You can see Jordan in tons of comedy projects and all over TikTok.We Talk About… Being queer online Content creation Online hate and harassment Challenges of monetizing hobbies and passions Having tough conversations Anxieties faced by young Americans Parasocial relationshipsResources: Follow @jordanmyr1ck Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may cont...2024-03-2545 min

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: America's Mass Incarceration Problem With Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn this episode, I share some foundational education around America's mass incarceration problem. As I finish my masters in Human Rights with a concentration on mass incarceration, I wanted to provide more insight after last week's episode, sharing my anecdotal experience teaching inside.We Talk About… Mass incarceration Historical prison boom The 13th Amendment The War on Drugs, Southern Strategy, War on Crime The bail system Racism and incarcerationResources: Follow @taylorraealmonte See my previous newsletters here: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/newsletter Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In...2024-03-2215 min

On the OutsideFamily Chat: Feeling On The Outside Of Comedy With Thalia RominaIn this episode, Thalia Romina @thethaliaromina and I talk about her feeling on the outside as a female comedian. We Talk About… Thalia's start in comedy The unspoken rules of the comedy world Being a female comicResources: Follow @thethaliaromina Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or s...2024-03-2022 min

On the OutsideS1 E9: Disordered Eating, Body Image, Social Media, Navigating Hashimoto's and Recovery With Ali BonarIn today’s episode I talk to Ali Bonar @alibonar. Ali is CEO and co-founder of Oat Haus, a food company on a mission to bring fun & play to food.We Talk About… Relationships with our parents The pressure of going away to college Ali’s experience with disordered eating What recovery means or might look like Social media’s impact on body image Hashimotos Finding resources for health and wellness careResources: Follow @alibonar and @oat.haus Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorrae...2024-03-1841 min

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: Teaching In Prisons With Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn this episode, I discuss teaching in two correctional facilities over the last year and my focus on mass incarceration. We Talk About… Why mass incarceration? Studying human rights with a concentration on mass incarceration The teaching environment inside of a prison Learning from my students Resources: Follow @activismprogram Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmonteThis episode is supported by the University Life Social Justice Mini-Grant Program. To learn more about the Social Justice Mini-Grant Prog...2024-03-1512 min

On the OutsideFamily Chat: Growing Up With Parents Who Are Immigrants with Thalia RominaIn this episode, Thalia Romina @thethaliaromina and I talk about growing up with parents who are immigrants, hers from Argentina and Dominican Republic, mine from Dominican Republic and Puerto Rico.We Talk About… Speaking Spanish at home Cultural cuisine Similarities and differences between cultures Commonalities between immigrant families Resources: Follow @thethaliaromina Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show...2024-03-1326 min

On the OutsideS1 E8: Navigating Life With Lupus, Self Care and Wellness Practices with Victoria GibbsIn this episode, I speak with Victoria Gibbs @whatgibbs, a Dartmouth College graduate, former financier turned health and wellness entrepreneur, full time yoga athlete, instructor, model, influencer, digital content creator, and lupus warrior.We Talk About… Being diagnosed with lupus Self care with a chronic condition Going from a career in finance to yoga A ballet career from childhood through adulthood Setting boundaries Navigating open heart surgeryResources: Follow @whatgibbs Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmonte...2024-03-1138 min

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: Co-Founding ACTIV-ISM With Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn this episode, I discuss founding ACTIV-ISM with my friend Kira West in 2020, an anti-racism wellness company.We Talk About… Creating ACTIV-ISM Past programing How creating ACTIV-ISM impacted my life Resources: Follow @activismprogram Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.2024-03-0107 min

On the OutsideFamily Chat: A Candid Conversation and a Wild Outsider Story with Thalia RominaIn this episode, my bff, Thalia Romina @thethaliaromina and I go off on a few too many tangents (in the best way possible). She shares a wild outsider story and you guys get to know her for the first time. We Talk About… Becoming bffs Life as an actor and comedian Thalia's experience in Catholic school Feeling alienatedResources: Follow @thethaliaromina Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endo...2024-02-2817 min

On the OutsideS1 E7: Experiencing a Breast Cancer Diagnosis at 29 with Victoria PriceIn this episode, I speak with Victoria Price @_victoriaprice, an NYC based actor who experienced a double mastectomy after receiving her breast cancer diagnosis at 29. We Talk About… Being diagnosed with breast cancer Undergoing treatment Genetic testing Breast reconstruction Ongoing care Being a performer Resources: Follow @_victoriaprice Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a dire...2024-02-2641 min

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: Being a Multi-Hyphenate With Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn this episode, I share more about how I created my brand as a multi-hyphenate.We Talk About… Creating a career out of many varied interests Building a unique path Taking inspiration from people you admire Creating a clear life visionResources: Follow @taylorraealmonte Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect fi...2024-02-2311 min

On the OutsideFamily Chat: Creating An Inclusive Home Together With Richard Roman Jr.In this episode, my husband, Richard Roman Jr, talk about building a family and community together, our experiences as people of color, encountering racism and discrimination, and the importance of acknowledging individual differences and privileges.We Talk About… Meeting on Tinder Our experiences as POCs Learning about each others cultures Blending our traditions The need for having open conversationsResources: Follow @richardromanjr Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain pa...2024-02-2121 min

On the OutsideS1 E6: Black American Sign Language With Contributions From Nakia Smith, Hosted by Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn a special episode I share Nakia Smith’s story—a fifth-generation Deaf activist and content creator, also known as @itscharmay.We Talk About… BASL - Black American Sign Language Nakia's story Ableism Deaf culture Sign namesResources: Follow @itscharmay Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or ser...2024-02-1911 min

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: How I Built A New Life with Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn this episode, I share my personal experience around self-improvement, transitioning careers and pursuing new passions.We Talk About… My experience with limiting beliefs Self-perception Building my dream life Transitioning careers Taking bold and brave steps Having a clear vision of your goalsResources: Follow @taylorraealmonte Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or...2024-02-1620 min

On the OutsideFamily Chat: Navigating High School With Richard Roman Jr.In this episode, my husband, Richard Roman Jr, talk about bullying, navigating high school and finding community. We Talk About… High school bullying Trying to fit in Coping tactics and mechanisms Resources: Follow @richardromanjr Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this epis...2024-02-1420 min

On the OutsideS1 E5: Experiencing a Miscarriage, Being Vulnerable on Social Media and Evolving as a Performer and Entrepreneur with Aubre WintersIn this episode, I speak with Aubre Winters @aubrewinters, a Chicago-based trainer, entrepreneur and founder of Sweat Sessions about her vulnerability on social media.We Talk About… Growing up as a performer Auditioning Pivoting careers Navigating social media Mental health Pregnancy and miscarriage Black maternal healthResources: Follow @aubrewinters Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may hav...2024-02-1240 min

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: How I Keep It Together with Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn this episode, I share my tips and tricks for how I stay organized. Between being a full time grad student at Columbia, producing three episodes of my podcast per week solo, boxing twice a week and training for a fight, teaching weekly at a women’s prison upstate, being the assistant director of Just Ideas at Columbia and creating content as a full-time job — it’s a lot to take on.We Talk About… What apps and planners I use to stay organized How I use Notion for my weekly "brain dumps" Why I love Asana H...2024-02-0913 min

On the OutsideFamily Chat: A Time My Mom Felt Like an Outsider With Jasmin AlmonteIn this episode, my mom, Jasmin Almonte, shares a story about a time she was made to feel like an outsiderWe Talk About… White fragility My mom's story Holding space for othersResources: Follow @jasminalmonte Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in...2024-02-0719 min

On the OutsideS1 E4: Body Neutrality, Growing Up with Disabilities, and Building a Brand Around Inclusivity with Molly DayIn this episode, I speak with Molly Day @moveswithmollyy, a NYC-based fitness professional, former professional dancer and the creator and founder of Moves With Molly..We Talk About… Growing up with disabilities, including dyslexia, dyscalculia and ADHD The body neutrality movement Pivoting careers Navigating a changing body Mental health Going through major surgery Building a brandResources: Follow @moveswithmollyy Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and ad...2024-02-0541 min

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: New Year Check In With Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn the episode, I outline my four-point reflection plan to think about how your 2024 goals are going thus far. We Talk About… Pushing away societal pressures for goal-setting Using a simple four point plan My personal 2024 goalsResources: Follow @taylorraealmonte Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or...2024-02-0209 min

On the OutsideFamily Chat: Parenting a Child That's Bullied and Creating Safe Spaces as a Teacher With My Mom Jasmin AlmonteIn this episode, I talk with my mom, Jasmin Almonte about what it's like parenting a child who is bullied and how she creates safe spaces in her own classroom.We Talk About… My relationship with my parents Parenting a child who is bullied Adjusting to a new community Creating safe spaces as a teacher Teaching inside of prisonsResources: Follow @jasminalmonte Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain pa...2024-01-3119 min

On the OutsideS1 E3: Making Education Accessible, the Value of Human Rights Work and the Facing Discrimination for Wearing the Hijab with Fathia FairuzaIn this episode, I speak with Fathia Fairuza, @fathiafairuza. Fathia is a human rights practitioner focused on the access to education, and founder of Shape Your Life Indonesia. Fathia is a colleague of mine at Columbia University as we pursue our Masters in Human Rights Studies.We Talk About… Growing up in Indonesia Fathia's passion for study abroad Access to education What the UN does What Human Rights really means Starting a business with Shape Your Life Indonesia Discrimination as a MuslimResources: Follow @fathiafairuza Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on...2024-01-2929 min

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: Why Start a Podcast With Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn the episode, learn about why I started this podcast. I don't know what brought you to this podcast, but I hope you stay to hear the story of someone you feel like you have nothing in common with. We're more alike than you might think.We Talk About… Starting the podcast Being the producer, editor, curator and host of my own show What I hope folks get out of the showResources: Follow @taylorraealmonte Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @tay...2024-01-2604 min

On the OutsideFamily Chat: Morning Routines, Finding Your Self Help Toolbox and Giving Great Advice with My Mom, Jasmin AlmonteIn this episode, I talk with my mom, Jasmin Almonte -- my first home, my first friend, my North Star. Her advice is one-of-a-kind and I can't wait to share it with you.We Talk About… My mom's story Life lessons she's gathered along the way Morning routines Social media True self care Internal validation Finding your "toolbox"Resources: Follow @jasminalmonte Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit taylorraealmonte.com Instagram @taylorraealmonte TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmontePlease note that this episode may contain paid en...2024-01-2422 min

On the OutsideS1 E2: Growing Up as a First Generation Haitian-American, Coming Out, and Living Bravely as an HIV Advocate With Dimitri Joseph MoïseIn this episode, I speak with Dimitri Joseph Moïse, @dimitrimoiseofficial. Dimitri Joseph Moïse (he/they). Dimitri is a Broadway performer who transformed the story of their HIV diagnosis and stepped into a world of advocacy and HIV activism. Currently, Dimitri is Deputy Director of Patient Advocacy at Vot-ER exploring the intersections between healthcare and democracy.We Talk About… Coming out to his parents Living with HIV The stigma around HIV and AIDS The 2016 Trump election Intersectionality Dimitri's experience on a Broadway National TourResources: Follow @dimitrimoiseofficial Full episode transcription and citations: https://www...2024-01-2247 min

On the OutsideBonus Solo Episode: About Your Host With Taylor Rae Almonte-RomanIn the episode, get to know me, Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman. From actor to athlete to activist, human rights MA student to content creator, prison educator to abolition advocate, I wear so many different hats, but my mission is clear, to make the world a better place and to make each person feel like their life matters. Get to know me in this short solo episode.We Talk About… Growing up in New Jersey Living in New York for the last 12 years My life as an actor Becoming an amateur boxer Being bullied as a kid Becoming a...2024-01-1912 min

On the OutsideFamily Chat: Feeling Like an Outsider With My Husband, Richard Roman JrToday I’m sitting down with Richard Roman Jr, @richardromanjr, my husband and bff.We Talk About… Richard's experience growing up as a Chinese, Korean and Puerto Rican person in Long Island Living in a predominantly white community and how that shaped his childhood His time growing up going to Jewish schools, while not being Jewish, and Catholic school, while not being Catholic How he began to embrace his identity and culture has an adultResources: Follow @richardromanjr Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcastKeep In Touch: Visit tayl...2024-01-1717 min

On the OutsideS1 E1: Navigating Identity as a Trans* and Non-Binary Artist and Educator and Creating Space for Yourself with GarciaToday I’m sitting down with Garcia, @whatisgarcia. In this episode, I speak with Garcia, a trans*, non-binary and gender non conforming actor, creative, educator and Chicago native. According to the documentary DISCLOSURE, which Garcia makes a cameo in, 80% of the population has never met a trans person. That means most people are getting their information about and impressions of the trans community through media depictions that are often problematic.We Talk About… Garcia’s transition Receiving gender affirming care Garcia's choice to change their name and what being a trans person means to them...2024-01-1547 min

On the OutsideComing Soon: On the OutsideHave you ever felt like you don't quite fit in? Sparked by a childhood of feeling left out, Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman seeks to create a space for outsiders to feel, well, included. Through storytelling, shared vulnerability and insightful conversation, Taylor uses each individuals intersectional and multi-faceted journey to help us learn more, connect better and get a little more comfortable with the unknown. While we don’t all hurt the same, and while all forms of oppression are not equal, by learning more about each other, the gaps suddenly don’t seem so big. From race and relig...2024-01-0502 min

The Big Wedding Planning Podcast#357 Real Wedding Retrospective with Taylor Rae Almonte - RomanTaylor just tied the knot with her honey, Richard, in the big apple itself, New York City! Their wedding was totally inclusive and reflected their values.Taylor is spilling every detail about how they achieved this and giving awesome tips for how you can too. Grab your AirPods and tune in, cuz it's about to go down!Click HERE to become a premium subscriber and unlock all of the amazingness: Ad-free, full length episodes The TBWPP Wedding Planning Resource Center with Access to 6 mini courses of The Big Wedding Planning Master Class Wedding Planning Templates and Tools Topi...2023-05-031h 03

Friend Forward"How leaning into activism changed my friendships." A conversation with actor/athlete/ activist Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman is a Brooklyn based Afro-Latina actor, athlete and activist who founded ACTIV-ISM, a wellness company dedicated to providing programs and resources to aide in the fight for social justice. But when she really leaned into activism, she noticed it directly impacted some of her friendships. Today she'll share a bit of her story, and it will offer validation to other women of color who sometimes struggle to feel truly seen in their interracial friendships. Follow Taylor on Instagram. Follow Danielle on Instagram. Book a private coaching session. 2022-11-1223 min