Our Voices Matter Podcast
156 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 19 ratingsOur stories have the power to bring us closer together, if only we will listen. Emmy Award-winning journalist and entrepreneur, Linda Lorelle, guides guests through insightful, intimate conversations that reveal our common humanity. This show is not about politics; it is about finding a way to reclaim civility in the context of the contentious times in which we live, by sharing our personal and professional stories, in hopes that others might find a glimpse of themselves.
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Why Aging Became a Dirty Word and How to Reclaim It - Karen Walrond
April 02, 2024 17:00 - 42 minutes - 30.2 MBAs a child, I counted the days until my next birthday. Most of us did, tired of hearing “you’re not old enough to do that.” Then we hit a certain age, and all we want to do is roll back the clock. Pursue youth at all costs. Why is that? Who decided that young is good and old is bad? Why have we internalized it to our own detriment? And how do we reclaim aging as a positive force in our lives? My guest this week answers those questions and more in her brilliant new book, Radiant Rebellion...
How to Forge Our Differences into a Stronger Future - Denise Hamilton
March 06, 2024 00:00 - 46 minutes - 33.3 MBAs American school children, we learned it by heart, and recited it every day. "I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America..." But how often did we then, and do we now, think about the meaning behind the words? "...one nation. Under God. Indivisible, with liberty and justice for all." Indivisible What does it mean to be indivisible? It's a question Denise Hamilton explores with intelligence, empathy and disarming approachability in her groundbreaking debut as an auth...
How to Keep College Campuses from Becoming Political Battlegrounds - Manu Meel
January 18, 2024 02:00 - 47 minutes - 34.6 MBWhat is driving the recent conflict on college campuses? One obvious factor is reaction to the Israel-Hamas War. But my guest this week isn’t sure it’s quite that simple. As CEO of the non-profit, BridgeUSA, 25 year-old Manu Meel is in constant contact with students on more than 70 campuses across the country. The organization helps facilitate conversations among college and high school students with idealogical differences. In the days and weeks following the October 7th massacre of Is...
How Jewish and Arab Israelis Seek Pieces of Peace During War
November 29, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 47.5 MBThe eyes of the world are trained on Israel and Gaza like no time in recent memory. The horror of October 7th ignited a firestorm that will reverberate for generations to come. Yet, in the midst of unfathomable pain borne by families on both sides of the Israel Hamas War, there is an ongoing search for pieces of peace. Jewish and Arab Israelis working together toward a shared society. Even now. Especially now. Shared Society When I learned about the work of Givat Haviva, I knew this w...
How To Belong, Not Just Fit In - Dumpling Dudez
June 29, 2023 23:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBIt’s been inspiring to see our friends in the LGBTQ+ community celebrate and be celebrated during Pride Month. Though, I must say I long for the day when we don’t need a specific month to acknowledge the humanity of those who are marginalized. No matter who we love, what our race, how we pray or how we identify, we matter. We are human. We belong. But until that day, I am grateful for each month that shines a spotlight on stories too often overlooked. Stories that teach us and show us th...
How Humor Leads to Hope for Humanity - Nick Anderson
June 15, 2023 23:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBI can hear my dad saying it now: “I have to laugh to keep from crying.” As a little girl, I didn’t quite get it. But now I do. And it’s safe to say, these days, that’s how most of us feel. Up is down. Fake is real. Fact is fiction. The world has gone mad. And we’re all choosing sides — scared to death of what this chaos means for our future. So. How to cope with it all?… My guest this week chooses laughter over tears. And he’s talented enough to bring us along for the ride. Storied His...
How Gen Z Leaders are Strengthening our Democracy - Manu Meel
May 18, 2023 23:00 - 32 minutes - 23.7 MB“We cannot coexist if we cannot talk to each other — it’s that simple.” And that complicated. Yet the leaders of BridgeUSA are determined to meet the challenge. This 7 year-old non-profit is “building a student movement to bring the country together”, led by a dynamic CEO and return guest to Our Voices Matter, Manu Meel. Lessons Learned When we first spoke with Manu over a year ago, he was about to embark upon a nationwide campaign across college campuses, aptly called “Let’s F*#king Talk...
How Art, Activism & the Power of Listening Create Change - Jordan Seaberry
March 30, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBTalking with Jordan Seaberry is like wrapping up in a warm blanket on a frigid, winter night. You still feel the cold, but the softness enveloping you takes the edge off. Our chaotic world churns constantly, spewing more mayhem, but somehow, we still have hope. Jordan and others of his generation give me the sense that ultimately, we’ll be ok. What is an Artist? But not without doing the work, and Jordan is among many, spectacular millennials leading the way. He wears numerous hats. Pa...
How Connecting Across Generations = Hope - Jodi and Colette Rabitoy
March 16, 2023 23:00 - 42 minutes - 31.7 MBPeople often ask where and how I find guests for Our Voices Matter. The short answer is, when I run across a story I think will resonate with our audience, I jump on it. For this episode, I didn’t have to look very far. Literally across my desk. No Subject Off Limits Jodi Rabitoy is my Executive Assistant at Linda Lorelle Media. As you might imagine, we talk a lot. About pretty much everything, especially when it comes to the podcast, which she helps produce and market. No subject is o...
How the Power of Story Connects History to Humanity - Deborah Mouton
March 03, 2023 00:00 - 46 minutes - 33.4 MB“When your story is being told, make sure you are the one holding the pen.” It’s one of Deborah D.E.E.P. Mouton’s favorite quotes. And one that has particular resonance in 2023 as powerful, political forces are literally trying to erase parts of American history. Black history. But Mouton is holding the pen. Multi-Genre Literary Artist A self-described multi-genre literary artist, she is a master at guiding us along her journey, forging a path that leads straight to the core of our human...
Why “It Starts With Love” is the Perfect Album Title and Message to Humanity - Kam Franklin
February 24, 2023 00:00 - 37 minutes - 26.7 MBThe message comes from Millennial recording artist, Kam Franklin, and her band, The Suffers. Kam, the Houston band’s lead singer, lives her life leading with love — and the truth, even when it isn’t pretty. I became a Kam super fan after sitting down with her for the podcast in November of 2020. Her talent, intellect and empathy toward others on full display. Surviving the Pandemic Still in full-blown pandemic mode at that time, Kam and The Suffers did everything in their power to keep t...
What Millennials and Gen Z Think About the Future
February 17, 2023 00:00 - 40 minutes - 29.6 MBWhen you were 18, what were you concerned about? If you’re of a certain age, my guess is that the demise of our planet and Artificial Intelligence taking over weren’t at the top of your list. But for today’s youth, those are real concerns. And it impacts how they think about and prepare for the future. In Part 2 of our series, Across the Generations, I sit down with a mother and daughter who are grappling in real time with these questions and more. Amplify and Connect 18 year old Alex J...
What Millennials and Gen Z Want Boomers to Know
February 10, 2023 00:00 - 41 minutes - 28.8 MBIt’s no secret that sometimes we just don’t “get” each other. There’s a disconnect between the generations. That in itself certainly isn’t new. But what seems, or at least feels different, is the fragility of the systems on which we depend — and the urgency of figuring out how to save ourselves…from ourselves… So that a livable world with a thriving society will still be here for Millennials, Gen Z and future generations. Boomers, it’s time for us to listen. And that’s exactly what we’l...
How Quitting Alcohol Saved His Life and Disrupted an Industry - Danny Frounfelkner
January 13, 2023 00:00 - 50 minutes - 36.5 MBSince we first introduced you to Sipple and its co-founder, Danny Frounfelkner, the Houston-based company has hit next level status. At least from my humble perspective as a customer. Like many of you, I am participating in Dry January, which necessitated a recent shopping trip to my favorite non-alcoholic bottle shop. The place was packed. First timers. Regulars. All of us browsing bulging shelves decked out with new offerings, reflecting the growth of this booming multi-billion dollar in...
Why They Call Her The Candle Queen - Ianthe Mauro
December 16, 2022 00:00 - 47 minutes - 33.6 MBI love candles. Especially during the Christmas holidays, which makes this the perfect time to revisit my conversation with The Candle Queen. Ianthe Mauro is fluent in the language of candles. Whatever the shape or scent, candles are a perfect metaphor for what Ianthe is all about — bringing light and love to our troubled world. Sound familiar? It’s one of the mantras of this podcast and all of the content I create. And it’s in perfect alignment with Ianthe’s philosophy and reminder to us...
How to Break Barriers and Soar:My Family’s Story of an Engineering Pioneer - Carol Lawson
December 09, 2022 00:00 - 37 minutes - 27.3 MBGrowing up, she was simply my second cousin, Yvonne. Someone I looked forward to seeing on my summer visits to Nashville, Tennessee, my mother’s hometown. Little did I know she was also a pioneer — a badass Black woman who refused to let the barriers of the day keep her down. No matter the obstacle, Yvonne “Y.Y.” Clark, started by asking herself: “How do we fix this?” An approach instilled in her by her parents, Dr. Coleman Milton Young, Jr. and Hortense Houston Young. Whether it was fixi...
What it Means to be Transgender in Today’s World - Liam Paschall
November 25, 2022 00:00 - 31 minutes - 22.4 MBAs I count my blessings this Thanksgiving, I am thankful for the opportunity to be an ally to the LGBTQ+ community that is deeply hurting. The recent Q Club killings in Colorado Springs are the latest example of the searing hate and violence gripping our nation. Hate toward those considered to be “the other” — simply for existing as who they are. Those of us who call ourselves allies must do our part. Re-posting this episode is one step in doing my part to bring awareness, understanding a...
How a Soul Food Scholar Uses Food and Faith to Help Bridge Our Divides - Adrian Miller
November 11, 2022 00:00 - 34 minutes - 25.1 MBHe calls himself a recovering lawyer and politico turned culinary historian, food writer and professional speaker. Sprinkle in a healthy dose of faith and social justice activism and voilà — a Soul Food Scholar “dropping knowledge like hot biscuits!” Somehow, Adrian Miller has managed to fashion a successful career intersecting his multitude of talents to the benefit of us all. From the White House to Netflix Some of you might recognize him from his star turn on the acclaimed Netflix doc...
Why An Interracial Couple Emigrated From the U.S. - Elizabeth Silleck LaRue
November 03, 2022 23:00 - 46 minutes - 33.4 MBWhy An Interracial Couple Emigrated From the U.S. What’s your definition of “Home”? Here’s one I found in a random Google search: “A home is a place of refuge. A person’s most personal belongings are kept in a home and it’s where a person feels safe and accepted. To create a home requires an emotional connection and sense of belonging, not physical things.” Safe and accepted. A sense of belonging. Isn’t that what we all want? It’s certainly what this week’s guest wants, yet she and her...
DEI & Hair Discrimination: How to Educate Your Workforce - Janice Gassam Asare
October 27, 2022 23:00 - 45 minutes - 33.8 MBThis week's episode of Our Voices Matter Podcast explores the intersection of two topics making recent headlines: DEI in the workplace and Black women's hair. Diversity, equity and inclusion -- along with belonging and accessibility -- have remained at the forefront of corporate conversations in the last few years. Especially after the murder of George Floyd. Last week, headlines screamed about the results of a new study by the National Institutes of Health. "Chemical hair straighteners l...
How a Leap of Faith Can Change Your Life - Yolanda Adams
October 20, 2022 23:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBThis is one of my favorite episodes over the five seasons of OurVoices Matter — and it’s the one I turn to when I need a dose of hope. When my faith is being tested. When I want to wrap myself in a warm blanket and just feel good about being alive. There is so much chaos, anxiety and uncertainty in our world that it can be challenging to see the good. But it’s there. And it can be challenging to keep the faith. But we must. And sometimes we have to take a leap of faith to live the li...
A Simple Gathering to Help Bridge Our Divides: An Update on Neighbor's Table - Sarah Harmeyer
October 13, 2022 23:00 - 45 minutes - 33.3 MBI was on vacation recently with a group of friends and, without a doubt, the best memories were created gathered around the table. There’s something magical about sharing food and conversation, sitting shoulder to shoulder. And no one understands that better than this week’s return guest, the founder of Neighbor’s Table. I first met and interviewed Sarah Harmeyer in the fall of 2019. A lot has happened since then. Covid. Being interviewed for the book, "Together" by America's Surg...
Why Trust is Pivotal to Elections, Immigration and Saving Our Democracy - Ali Noorani
October 06, 2022 23:00 - 35 minutes - 27 MBThe midterm elections are less than 30 days away. Before ballots are cast, some already cast doubt about the eventual outcome. Not to mention growing distrust of our institutions, our systems and our leaders. Yet, our guest this week remains hopeful about our future. Why? "Because as long as we have liberals and conservatives saying we need to make sure that we as a country can elect people in a free and fair way, and that we as a people can trust those elections, I think as long as t...
Danny Frounfelkner - How Quitting Alcohol Saved His Life and Disrupted an Industry
September 15, 2022 23:00 - 50 minutes - 36.5 MBMy daughter and I walked into Texas' first, non-alcoholic bottle shop to look, learn and buy. We walked out having done all that, and feeling appreciative for an unexpected bonus -- a riveting conversation that created an instant bonding with the man behind the bottles. He shared a bit about his remarkable story, telling us how quitting alcohol saved his life and disrupted an industry. I knew instantly he was a perfect podcast guest for Our Voices Matter. Changing the Narrative About...
Diversity Matters - Pauline Chiou
May 12, 2022 23:00 - 31 minutes - 25.2 MBIf you’ve ever wondered why diversity matters, especially in newsrooms, this week’s guest has some answers for you. And then some. Pauline Chiou is a media executive who cut her journalism teeth as a reporter in local TV and network newsrooms across the U.S. From there, it was on to Hong Kong and 6 years as an anchor at CNN International. CNBC then lured her to Singapore for 3 years, before she returned to the U.S. and moved into news management A Mentor to Young Journalists As a mentor t...
Right To Know - Kara Rubinstein Deyerin
May 05, 2022 23:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBWe all have a right to know who we are and where we come from. And in this day of over-the-counter DNA tests, it's easier than ever to find out. But what happens when your DNA discovery reveals secrets that rewrite the story of your life? In the case of Kara Rubinstein Deyerin, it shattered her identity and sent her on a quest to answer a simple, yet complex question: "Who am I?" Life Changes with the Click of a Mouse Kara reached out to share her most extraordinary story that strikes...
Changing Corporate Culture - Allie Danziger
April 28, 2022 23:00 - 37 minutes - 28.6 MBWhat does it take to change corporate culture? It's a question countless corporations are asking as diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging take center stage. This week, my guest and I explore this topic from multiple perspectives. Allie Danziger is a whip smart, young entrepreneur whose insight is gleaned from her experience in the world of internships -- and the C-Suite. Allie had eight internships under her belt by the time she graduated from UT-Austin in 2007. She started her fi...
America Talks - Joan Blades & John Gable
April 21, 2022 23:00 - 32 minutes - 23.2 MBAs I write this on April 21, 2022, America Talks is underway. Americans with different backgrounds and beliefs are firing up their computers, turning on their cameras and talking to each other, face-to-face. On purpose. And with a purpose. Creating connections to build bridges across our divides, find a path forward, and remind us of our common humanity. Talking and Listening My guests this week personify how the simple, yet courageous acts of talking and listening, are a key part ...
It's Not a Choice - Liam Paschall
April 07, 2022 23:00 - 32 minutes - 23.2 MBBeing Liam isn't always easy. But it's not a choice. It's his truth. Just like all of us, Liam Paschall wants to be accepted for who he is. A loving husband and father, DEIB advocate, keynote speaker, passionate volunteer -- and transgender man. Only One Regret Assigned female at birth, Liam can't remember feeling comfortable in his body as a young child. Long hair and pink dresses felt foreign to him. He didn't have the words to describe it, but he knew it to be true. As an adul...
Beyond the Digital Divide - Larry Irving
March 31, 2022 23:00 - 44 minutes - 32.7 MBWhen Larry Irving coined the term "digital divide" in the early 1990s, he was fighting for those being left behind. He stood on the shoulders of mentors who came before him, advocating for what he knew was right. No matter the cost. The pushback was real -- from the U.S. Department of Commerce all the way to the White House. Irving was President Bill Clinton's Assistant Secretary of Commerce and Communications. His research on the nascent internet revealed a stark divide. "One group...
Let's F*#!ing Talk to Each Other - Manu Meel
March 17, 2022 23:00 - 41 minutes - 30.1 MBLeave it to Gen Z to cut to the chase. "Let's f*cking talk to each other!" The perfect name for a campaign to get Americans, and especially our politicians, out of their silos for the greater good -- namely solving the problems that face our democracy and our very existence. Manu Meel and his fellow Gen Z colleagues at BridgeUSA are painfully aware that they will inherit today's problems tomorrow. And they're on a mission to give themselves a fighting chance. The first step: Change t...
The Intersection of Activism and Joy - Karen Walrond
March 04, 2022 00:00 - 41 minutes - 29.9 MBMy guest this week takes us on a journey that leads to the intersection of activism and joy. And what a wonderful ride it is! The journey unfolds in the pages of Karen Walrond's new book, "The Lightmaker's Manifesto: How to Work for Change Without Losing Your Joy". Our guide is the author herself, who is also an activist, speaker, leadership coach and photographer extraordinaire. Tips and Tools for Activists If you're like me, when you think of the word "activist", the next word tha...
Olympic Gold Medalist Rises Above With Joy - Scott Hamilton
February 24, 2022 23:00 - 57 minutes - 42 MBIf anyone can show Olympic figure skater, Kamila Valieva, how to rise above with joy, it’s Olympic gold medalist, Scott Hamilton. The 2022 winter games that just wrapped up were devastating for the 15 year-old Russian phenom. She went into the games as a gold medal favorite and finished 4th in the midst of a doping scandal. Hamilton brought not only his expertise, but his humanity, to his role as a commentator for NBC Sports. He stood firm in his belief that Valieva should not be allow...
Side Hustle - Jacque Reid
February 18, 2022 00:00 - 36 minutes - 26.8 MBJacque Reid is a walking, talking example of the power of a good side hustle. Yes, she’s an Emmy award-winning TV and radio journalist with national network experience. CNN. BET. NBC (Oscars Red Carpet team). Tom Joyner Morning Show. But she is also her own powerhouse brand, creating content to feed what ignites her passion. As an animal advocate, Jacque’s biggest passion right now is the Vegan Sexy Cool brand. She uses her voice to promote veganism through a digital lifestyle magazi...
Lofton & Moon Talk Football, Fun & Life
February 11, 2022 00:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MBAre you ready for some football? NFL Hall of Famers James Lofton and Warren Moon weigh in on COVID and the gridiron. What are the odds we'll truly have a season? Is it safe to play? Would they take the field if they were still playing? What about the role of professional athletes in the racial justice movement? And yes, we talk about Colin Kaepernick taking a knee, all that followed, and so much more. Are you ready for some fun? I am, and so are they! Football fans know Lofton from ...
AllSides - John Gable
February 04, 2022 00:00 - 39 minutes - 28.6 MBI’m always looking for ways to better connect us as humans. That includes getting us out of our filter bubbles. My guest today quit his day job over 10 years ago and dedicated himself to that mission. What John Gable came up with is AllSides, a media technology company that rates bias and identifies different perspectives. The goal — to provide balanced news and information and enable civil dialogue. When you go to AllSides.com, the first thing you see is three points of view about t...
RACE To Be Human - Scilla Andreen
January 21, 2022 00:00 - 50 minutes - 36.6 MBWhat is race? What is racism? How can schools and companies address racism? Scilla Andreen is on a mission to answer these questions and more in her soon to be released documentary, “RACE To Be Human”. Andreen is an award-winning producer, director and CEO/Co-Founder of IndieFlix. The global streaming and screening service provides content for a purpose. She is also an Emmy-nominated costume designer for the original TV series, “The Wonder Years”. That was the beginning of a long and...
Meaningful Journalism & Why It Matters - Brendan Keefe
January 07, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBThe reason I became a journalist is the same reason I started this podcast: to tell stories that matter. To help make the world a better place. I would argue that’s what investigative reporter Brendan Keefe does every time he takes on a topic, always with one goal in mind: to uncover the truth. Brendan is the Chief Investigator for WXIA, 11Alive in Atlanta, and co-founder of The Reveal, a weekly investigative show on Atlanta’s TEGNA-owned NBC affiliate. He’s one of the most decorated i...
Fixing Immigration - Stan Marek
December 31, 2021 00:00 - 39 minutes - 29.7 MBWhat will it take to fix our broken immigration system? It’s a contentious, highly partisan issue U.S. lawmakers have grappled with for decades. And it’s one that is deeply personal to this week’s guest on Our Voices Matter podcast. Stan Marek has spent the last 30 years working with local, state and national leaders to find a sensible solution to immigration reform. The Human Face of Immigration Much of that time is spent putting a human face on those at the center of the storm. Fathe...
Representation Matters - Pam Perry
December 17, 2021 00:00 - 43 minutes - 31 MBMotown Magic was a part of every day life for award-winning PR professional, Pam Perry. She grew up in Detroit, counting the Four Tops and the Temptations among her neighbors. Diana Ross is her high school’s most famous alum. “If they can do it, I can do it” Pam remembers thinking as a young girl. Yes, representation matters. Pam’s “it” turned out to be public relations, marketing and branding. Today, she runs a boutique PR firm working with speakers and authors to help them attract...
Keep Going - Nina Grae
December 03, 2021 00:00 - 39 minutes - 28.1 MBIt wasn’t easy, but Musical Artist, Nina Grae, found a way to keep going through her darkest days, starting with the healing power of music. If you are searching for a way to keep going when it feels like it’s all falling apart (hello world!), this episode is for you. Full disclosure. It’s also for me. There is something about Nina that pulls you into her space, shakes you to your core, and calms you down. All at the same time. All while showing, by example, how to reignite our own f...
Walk With Purpose - Toni Harrison
November 19, 2021 00:00 - 45 minutes - 32.3 MBToni Harrison was raised to walk with purpose. As the Chief Marketing Officer of a new fin tech company, she is doing just that -- on a mission to help solve the racial wealth gap. She's the proud granddaughter of a civil rights activist who helped bring Texas Southern University to Houston. Her father, Charles "Tex" Harrison, was an OG of the famed Harlem Globetrotters -- his consolation prize for being denied a shot at the NBA. The self-described “creative disruptor” is now making her ...
Mental Health and the Music Industry - Rob Knox
November 04, 2021 23:00 - 47 minutes - 33.5 MBMy first introduction to an in depth exploration of mental health and the music industry was the summer of 2021 in San Francisco. Josh Donaldson, founder of When the Music Stops, invited me to moderate a panel discussion about the topic. That's where I met today's guest, Grammy-nominated music producer, Rob Knox. A-List Artists You might not recognize his name, but you will surely know the names of the A-list artists he works with: Justin Timberlake, TI, Alicia Keys, Britney Spears, Rhi...
Raise Your Hand - Shawna Thomas
October 21, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBRaise your hand, say "yes" and work hard. Shawna Thomas did all of that and more on the road to her role as Executive Producer of CBS Mornings. Shawna's journey begins in Houston where she grew up, and we first met. For me, our conversation is a full circle moment. A local TV anchor at the NBC affiliate (me) awards a college scholarship to a 13 year-old middle school student (Shawna). Who could have imagined the professional bond we would share 27 years later?! At its core, our mutu...
Leading in the Age of DEI - Monica Cole
October 07, 2021 16:00 - 43 minutes - 30.5 MBLeading in the age of DEI is a hot topic in corporate circles these days. My guest this week has earned her place in those circles as a leader and mentor to those finding their way up the corporate ladder. Including those traditionally left at the bottom. Tell Me What the Team Looks Like Monica Cole's path to Executive Vice President at Wells Fargo is paved with lessons learned on a college basketball court. Skills she acquired on the hardwood help set her apart and set her up to l...
Behind the Scenes of January 6th - Sherman Tylawsky
September 30, 2021 16:00 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MBIn this week's episode of Our Voices Matter Podcast, a former Congressional intern takes us behind the scenes of the January 6th insurrection. As our nation's Capitol descended into chaos, 24 year-old Sherman Tylawsky was locked down with members of Congress and their staffs. Not exactly how he envisioned the third day of his internship. What was he thinking? How did he get through it? What did he learn about himself and the state of our political discourse? Tylawsky is a podcaste...
Black Women, White Women: Let's Talk - Jen Buck and Tamara Johnson-Shealey
September 23, 2021 16:00 - 52 minutes - 37.7 MBWhat happens when black women and white women get together and say, let's talk? I mean brave, honest, real talk -- about race. My guests this week can tell you what happens because they're living it. Every Thursday evening at 6pm CST, Tamara Johnson-Shealey and Jen Buck host a weekly conversation about race on the social audio app, Clubhouse. White women and Black women who are giving each other permission to speak, and having the courage to listen -- hopefully, with an open mind. Tha...
Passion and Purpose - Priyanka Murthy
September 10, 2021 00:00 - 38 minutes - 27.1 MBPriyanka Murthy, CEO of Access79, could teach a masterclass on combining passion and purpose. She's an award-winning jewelry designer whose creations grace the ear lobes and necks of A-list Hollywood stars. Think J-Lo, Lupita Nyong'o, Kerry Washington, Jennifer Lawrence, Clare Danes and Julia Roberts. But here's the really cool part. Priyanka is now combining her passion for stunning jewelry design with her purpose of making a positive impact on our world. Purpose-Driven Design Priy...
The Power & The Cost of Owning Your Story - Amr Awadallah & Sara Selber
September 03, 2021 00:00 - 52 minutes - 37.4 MBWe kick off our new season with a former Google executive speaking out in his first extended interview since getting fired. The story of Amr Awadallah and his new friend, Sara Selber, exemplifies the power and the cost of owning your story.www.ourvoicesmatterpodcast.com www.lorellemedia.com Amr lost his job. Sara has lost business and friends. But in the midst of their losses, they found each other, and a renewed belief in the power of story to pierce the armor that divides us. An Unlik...
Afghanistan: An Insider's Look With Nihad Jariri and Jesse Morton
August 28, 2021 13:00 - 1 hour - 47.2 MBToday's episode provides an insider's look at the rapidly unfolding tragedy in Afghanistan. My guests: an Arab journalist and documentary film producer focused on jihadism, and a former recruiter for Al Qaeda. My conversation with Nihad Jariri and Jesse Morton took place on Saturday, August 21st. This was six days after the Taliban took control of Kabul and five days before ISIS-K unleashed two suicide bombs at the Kabul airport and adjacent hotel. We spoke in a room on Clubhouse where mo...