Political Hope
128 episodes - English - Latest episode: 9 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsCan we practice hope better? Can we recognize and value the people and initiatives that inspire and embody hope in the world? What happens when we focus on these kinds of practical hope? Join Indy Rishi Singh and friends to face the shadows in our society by engaging in neuroplastic, hopeful conversations.
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053: Civic Hearting with Alex Fisch
November 04, 2022 23:35 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBAlex fisch is a quintessential civic servant. He was formally the Mayor of Culver City and is now a Councilman running for reelection. Alex is also a Deputy Attorney General for the California department of Justice. https://www.alexfisch.com/ www.DemocraSEE.club www.wedeepen.com
052: Senior Citi-zen-ing with Buddy Akacic
November 02, 2022 04:50 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBBuddy Akacic is a superior senior serving society with a scintillating sense of silly seriousness. He has been a mental health counselor and also managed Blues and Soul musicians in the 70’s and 80’s. Buddy is a senior activist in the Bay Area, supporting the mental, physical and spiritual health of seniors at the Albany Senior Center, North Berkeley Senior Center and St. John’s Community Center in El Cerrito. Every Sunday, people in the community receive his weekly grassroots local news blo...
051: Starting a Farm Stop with Katie Barr
November 02, 2022 03:50 - 55 minutes - 54.2 MBKatie Barr is a regenerative academic, offering her brilliance to support local farmers, build food equity, and improve public health through healthier regional food systems. She recently published Farm Stops, a practicum, and How to Start a Farm Stop, an illustrated guide to starting one. Katie is also a farmer herself and is a Local Food Outreach Specialist for The Common Market. https://issuu.com/katbarr123/docs/farm_stop_report https://issuu.com/katbarr123/docs/how_to_start_a_farm_st...
050: Citizen Journalism with Tracy L. Barnett
October 25, 2022 20:27 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBTracy L. Barnett is a people’s journalist and journalism educator. She is the founder of The Esperanza Project, an online magazine covering sustainability initiatives in the Americas. Tracy is a Pulitzer grantee and has published in Al Jazeera English, Huffington Post, USA Today and Esquire Latin America. She is a former editor at the Houston Chronicle and the San Antonio Express and teaches journalism & writing at universities and community organizations. https://www.esperanzaproject.com/...
049: Reflective Politics with David Kim
October 22, 2022 00:17 - 44 minutes - 43.7 MBDavid Kim is running for Congress, to represent Los Angeles District 34. David served as an elected neighborhood council board member and investigated corruption, labor cases, and supported vulnerable parents in LA County as an attorney focused on immigration. His platform is focused on community-based leadership that seeks to co-govern with the community, directly communicate with community members, and follow-up with responsible coordination of relevant parties. https://www.davidkimforca...
048: Plant Based Treaty
October 13, 2022 21:07 - 58 minutes - 56.8 MBThe Plant Based Treaty is a global and local grassroots political movement to Restore key ecosystems, forests and landscapes, Redirect resources and people power away from animal-based food systems to plant-based systems, and Relinquish any ecosystem degradation due to animal agriculture. Cities across the world have signed on as well as important community leaders, scientists, and influencers. Visit the website www.Plantbasedtreaty.org to learn more or sign and share it yourself! https://...
047: Saving Capitalism with Corey Rosen
October 13, 2022 19:58 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBCorey Rosen is an economic physician dedicated to healing our modern economy. He is the founder of NCEO, The National Center for Employee Ownership. Corey has written and contributed to dozens of books and most recently published, Ownership: Rethinking Capitalism, Companies, and Who Owns What. His work has been critical in the successful California legislation that supports transitions to employee ownership and ESOP’s (Employee Stock Ownership Plan). https://www.nceo.org/publication/owner...
046: Redefining Healthcare with Erika Feresten
October 13, 2022 19:25 - 1 hour - 103 MBErika Feresten is a champion working towards the greatest good. She is a certified coach for leaders from all walks of life and is active as Chair with Health Care For Us, a non-partisan, non-profit organization of volunteers championing California single-payer health care. Erika is also a contributing author of the groundbreaking book, “Winning Without Compromising Yourself: Unlocking Personal and Professional Mastery in the Political Arena.” https://hc4us.org/ https://hc4us.org/analyti...
045: Bio-Techno-Shamanism with Nik Bertulis
October 03, 2022 20:33 - 1 hour - 63 MBNik Bertulis is a serious serial cooperative founder, collaborator and water systems expert. He is the Director at Ritual Biology and Chief Technology Officer at Deep Blue Institute. He co-founded Dig.coop and was faculty in the Environmental Management and Sustainable Science Program at Merritt College in Oakland, CA. https://ritualbiology.com/ https://www.deepblue.institute/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cq0MRXCtki4 https://www.scribd.com/podcast/593114066/Episode-11-Nik-Bertuli...
044: Sustainable Youth Civic Engagement with Ava Mateo
October 03, 2022 19:28 - 58 minutes - 56.8 MBAva Mateo is the amazing kind of young leader that can inspire an entire generation. She is the Executive Director of 18by Vote and is focused on a masters from Columbia University Teachers College that focuses on Sociology and Education. Ava coordinates important collaborations with 18by Vote while studying the influence of youth-led organizations and youth educational programs across the country. https://18byvote.org/ https://www.dosomething.org/us/articles/18by-vote-claiming-your-voi...
043: Building Bridges of Why with Manu Meel
September 15, 2022 05:03 - 53 minutes - 76.3 MBManu Meel is the kind of charismatic bridge builder that America needs. He is the CEO of BridgeUSA, a youth led nonprofit that creates spaces for college and high school students to discuss polarizing political issues. Manu has been recognized on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and serves on the boards of Convergence, American Promise, and Bridge Alliance. https://www.bridgeusa.org/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tytls8hWfCA https://open.spotify.com/episode/6iuuSDtxlv7siAmQqyYAqL https...
042: Hopeful Cities with Kathryn Goetzke
September 10, 2022 00:42 - 49 minutes - 71.2 MBKathryn Goetzke is a living example of courageous hope. She is the founder of iFred and the author of The Biggest Little Book About Hope. Hopeful Minds is an iFred award winning program that teaches critical hope skills to youth across the country. The Hopeful Cities program seeks to operationalize hope throughout the city. Look out for The Mood Factory, a vehicle to improve moods from all walks of life. https://kathryngoetzke.com/ https://www.ifred.org/ https://hopefulminds.org/ ht...
041: Companion Planting with Michael Tivana
September 02, 2022 17:24 - 1 hour - 97.2 MBMichael Tivana is a lifelong student committed to nourishing Nature and community. He is the Founder and Chief Root Vegetable of Ono Gardens in Big Island, Hawaii. He is also the President of the Hakalau Farmer’s Market and Food Share and a leader in connecting local farmers with their community. His nonprofit, Ono Seeds is dedicated to preserving important natural information and providing education for future farmers and gardeners. Michael also published a book worth checking out named Bey...
040: Community Based Science with Dr. Lindsey Jarrett
August 15, 2022 02:59 - 59 minutes - 84.3 MBDr. Lindsey Jarrett is a sensational social scientist and community based leader. She has a doctorate in Therapeutic Science from the University of Kansas and is the program director and principal investigator at the Center for Practical Bioethics. Dr. Lindsey is also the co-founder of Music Across Borders, which provides sustainable music education to people around the world, including Uganda! https://www.practicalbioethics.org/ http://musicacrossborders.org https://youtu.be/OU345NPjU...
038: Civic Heart-Tanking with Thom Pulliam
August 05, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 112 MBThom Pulliam is a master brand strategist and consultant. Thom is the Director of Pursue Blue and started a nonprofit called Unicorn Talent Club. His past clients include Netflix, HBO, Electronic Arts, YouTube, Adidas, and Cisco. Thom has also worked for the biggest NYC and LA branding agencies. https://www.thompulliam.pro/ https://www.pursue.blue/ https://www.facebook.com/UnicornTalentClub/
039: Civic Heart-Tanking with Thom Pulliam
August 05, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 95.3 MBThom Pulliam is a master brand strategist and consultant. Thom is the Director of Pursue Blue and started a nonprofit called Unicorn Talent Club. His past clients include Netflix, HBO, Electronic Arts, YouTube, Adidas, and Cisco. Thom has also worked for the biggest NYC and LA branding agencies. https://www.thompulliam.pro/ https://www.pursue.blue/ https://www.facebook.com/UnicornTalentClub/
039: Being a Mayor for Hope with Jaime Kinder
July 30, 2022 22:04 - 52 minutes - 75.3 MBJamie Kinder is the first female Mayor of Meadville, Pennsylvania. She studied Sociology and African American Studies at Edinboro University and is the co-owner of Evolution Printing Services. Jamie ran and won with a cooperative campaign with two other candidates who ran for City Council. https://www.cityofmeadville.org https://www.yourerie.com/news/local-news/jaime-kinder-becomes-first-female-mayor-of-meadville/ https://www.meadvilletribune.com/news/kinder-sworn-in-as-citys-first-f...
038: Being a Mayor for Hope with Jaime Kinder
July 30, 2022 22:04 - 52 minutes - 75.3 MBJamie Kinder is the first female Mayor of Meadville, Pennsylvania. She studied Sociology and African American Studies at Edinboro University and is the co-owner of Evolution Printing Services. Jamie ran and won with a cooperative campaign with two other candidates who ran for City Council. https://www.cityofmeadville.org https://www.yourerie.com/news/local-news/jaime-kinder-becomes-first-female-mayor-of-meadville/ https://www.meadvilletribune.com/news/kinder-sworn-in-as-citys-first-f...
037: Tech & Business Law with Morvareed Salehpour
July 24, 2022 22:38 - 33 minutes - 50.1 MBMorvareed Salehpour is an experienced lawyer with a tremendous understanding of modern technology law. She is the President of the Santa Monica Bar Association and a Board member and Co-Event Chair of the UCLA Law Women LEAD. She has been a judge for startup competitions and shares regular law related tip on YouTube and Linkedin. https://www.salehpourlaw.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw30JSk95L5mW26327NFSDQ https://www.linkedin.com/in/morvareedsalehpour/ https://www.joinidea...
036: Transcendent Politics with Charles Eisenstein
July 18, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBCharles Eisenstein is a quintessential philosopher daring to illuminate in our modern Dark Age. He’s a prolific writer, in fact, check out his most recent book: The Coronation. I enjoyed reading “The More Beautiful World Our Hearts Know is Possible” “The Agent of Humanity” and “Sacred Economics”. Charles is regularly writing inspiring essays on his substack. He is a regular guest speaker on Commune as well as Aubrey Marcus’s podcast. His conversation with Russell Brand was incredibly reveali...
035: Vedic Politics with Dr. Devatma Dubey
July 04, 2022 20:58 - 1 hour - 91.7 MBDr. Devatma Dubey leads by example, dedicating his life to Sanskrit and the protection of the Vedas and Indian traditions. He left his MBA and important management position with a bank to co-found the International Chandramauli Charitable Trust and Yoga Mission. Dr. Devatma and his colleagues run a primary school, an after school program and a residential education program for the neediest children in the Varanasi area in India. He has a Phd. In Sanskrit Literature and Mimamsa Philosophy and...
Episode 034: Incorruptible Politics with Neal Walia
July 04, 2022 01:40 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBNeal Walia is a progressive candidate for Congress in district 1 of Colorado (Denver) and a dedicated grassroots organizer. He has worked for the State of Colorado as well as the National Governor’s Association. Neal has had the opportunity to publicly debate his opponent and has been hyper focused on a greener economy, housing and healthcare. He’s endorsed by presidential candidate, Marianne Williamson. https://nealwaliaforcongress.com/ https://youtu.be/lEgnGYhyF_M https://www.instagr...
034: Incorruptible Politics with Neal Walia
July 04, 2022 01:40 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBNeal Walia is a progressive candidate for Congress in district 1 of Colorado (Denver) and a dedicated grassroots organizer. He has worked for the State of Colorado as well as the National Governor’s Association. Neal has had the opportunity to publicly debate his opponent and has been hyper focused on a greener economy, housing and healthcare. He’s endorsed by presidential candidate, Marianne Williamson. https://nealwaliaforcongress.com/ https://youtu.be/lEgnGYhyF_M https://www.instagr...
033: Ethical Hope for Ai with Richard Foster-Fletcher
June 29, 2022 23:20 - 58 minutes - 84.1 MBRichard Foster-Fletcher is a knight in shining armor advocating for human value based ethics in Ai, the metaverse, and the digital future. He is an Executive Chair with MKAI, a bridging community for Ai and Web3 development and regulation. MKAI stands for Morality and Knowledge in Artificial Intelligence. Richard is well versed and educated in ethics and acts as an advisory member with the United Nations as well as the IEEE. He also has a podcast called Boundless. https://fosterfletcher.co...
032: Open Letter to Yoga Alliance
June 16, 2022 04:19 - 1 hour - 86 MBThis is a special Political Hope episode featuring an Open Letter and call to action to Yoga Alliance as well as to all who value yoga to Shape a Better Future for Yoga. The authors of this call to action go through the document with me as we explore their intentions and perspectives. This was a fun political experiment and I hope you find it as valuable as I did. Thank you to Bari Gratton, Meghan Maris, Courtney Ng, Gayatri Sehgal and Shou Wang for being cooperative leaders in this share...
031: Psychedelic Reciprocity with Shelby Hartman
June 13, 2022 03:00 - 57 minutes - 81.8 MBShelby Hartman is a journalist building community around psychedelics. She is the Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief of DoubleBlind, a radically inclusive biannual magazine and media company covering global stories about psychedelics. Shelby publishes and has published articles with Vice, Playboy, LA Weekly, Herb, and Rolling Stone to name a few. She even covered elections, protests, and other breaking news with CBS News. https://doubleblindmag.com/author/shelby-hartman/ https://shelbyhartma...
excerpt from Reclaim Paradise by Paul Deslauriers
June 12, 2022 21:10 - 14 minutes - 23 MBBuy the book directly here: https://www.reclaimdemocracyproject.org/books or https://www.amazon.com/Reclaim-Paradise-Reset-Common-Good/dp/097718336X Listen to the interview with Paul Deslauriers here https://open.spotify.com/show/0DwOrao6fV8jkufriT9Vn4 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/reclaiming-paradise-with-paul-deslauriers
030: Reframing Social Platforms with Majdi Gaith
June 12, 2022 21:10 - 57 minutes - 82 MBMajdi Gaith is a bridge builder for all kinds of communities that are seeking to build trust. He is a Trust & Safety Operations professional with experience working with Meta formerly known as Facebook, Youtube, Twitter and the UAE. Majdi is a bridge builder, especially for the Palestinian and Israeli people. Majdi is also a seed investor for the delicious Afghan Burrito and is a pro at baking baklava. https://www.afghanburrito.com/
029: Relational Politics of Food with Emma Chow
June 12, 2022 20:35 - 57 minutes - 82.9 MBEmma Chow is a regenerative champion, focusing her energy on the food system, organic farming, the environment and humanity. She is MacArthur Foundation alum, leading a food initiative team to redesign Big Food. Emma has been a researcher, a fellow and an intern at a variety of sustainability focused organizations. Emma is also a meditation teacher and has published a piece titled: Cities and Circular Economy for Food https://thebeautifultruth.org/my-life-on-purpose/emma-chow-my-life-on-p...
028: Supervising Politics with Dawn Ortiz-Legg
June 02, 2022 02:04 - 55 minutes - 79.9 MBDawn Ortiz-Legg is an energy advocate and running to continue being a Supervisor in San Luis Obispo County. Her diverse experience allows her to communicate and connect with both sides of the political theatre. Dawn combines her experience in solar energy, PG&E, and other energy/land companies to invite evolution to the energy sector in her community. She impresses on developing local economy in San Luis Obispo and inspiring others to run for local positions that can positively effect their ...
027: Defending Justice with the Defenders of Justice LA
May 29, 2022 01:05 - 1 hour - 106 MBThe Defenders of Justice are 4 women collectively running for different LA County Superior Court Judge bench seats. They have all been criminal defenders and are planning to change the issue that hardly any current judges in LA County have criminal defense experience. Holly Hancock is a leader in expunging records and has experience as an elected union official with the Association of Flight Attendants. Elizabeth Lashley-Haynes works with all kinds of grassroots organizations in LA County an...
026: Seeding Legislation with Gabe Johnson
May 22, 2022 00:08 - 51 minutes - 73.7 MBGabe Johnson is living example of local leadership. He is currently a County Councilman for Lana’i in Maui County and is also Chair of the Affordable Housing Committee. Gabe is an organic farmer using Aloha Aina practices and is pushing for agricultural parks and small farm support. He lived and taught in Japan and was a teacher in Lahaina Intermediate School. Gabe is passionate about housing and has proposed a budget that deserves attention from Maui residents and people all around the coun...
Aloha in Politics with Jonah Martin Lion
May 14, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 91.5 MBJonah Martin Lion is running for Mayor of Maui. He is a former firefighter and the founder of the Djedi Academy. Jonah is running with Campaign ALOHA, a Pono movement to restore culture, revitalize the people, and regenerate the land. http://campaignaloha.com/ https://conventionofstates.com/news/maui-freedom-fighters-take-the-mic-at-freedom-rally
025: Aloha in Politics with Jonah Martin Lion
May 14, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 91.5 MBJonah Martin Lion is running for Mayor of Maui. He is a former firefighter and the founder of the Djedi Academy. Jonah is running with Campaign ALOHA, a Pono movement to restore culture, revitalize the people, and regenerate the land. http://campaignaloha.com/ https://conventionofstates.com/news/maui-freedom-fighters-take-the-mic-at-freedom-rally
024: Reclaiming Paradise with Paul Deslauriers
May 09, 2022 21:18 - 57 minutes - 82.8 MBPaul Deslauriers is steward of community organizing. He is currently the Executive Director of the Maui Pono Network and has been ED for Community Restart in Massachusetts. Paul has been a grassroots organizer and supporter for his entire life, authoring several books about the importance of it. He has experience working and supporting the Alaskan Inuit, Icelandic and Hawaiian communities. https://reclaimparadise.org https://www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/overcoming-corporate-rule-a-succes...
023: Buddhist Economics with Della Duncan
April 24, 2022 20:08 - 49 minutes - 70.9 MBDella Duncan is a renegade economist, a teacher coach, and a leader in promoting alternative economics around the world. She hosts a great podcast called Upstream and is a senior fellow of Social and Economic Equity at III in the London School of Economics. Della is also deeply supportive of Fritjof Capra’s Systems View of Life course and the Gross National Happiness perspective of economic development. She is also the founding member of Doughnut Economics California Coalition. https://www...
022: Reframing Impact with Adam Fishman
April 24, 2022 19:36 - 54 minutes - 78.8 MBAdam Fishman is a superlative environmental impact leader and systems innovator. Onora creates clear and easy climate action steps for local communities and youth. Fish Innovation Lab supports projects that are aligned with a vision of a healthier and happier world. Adam studied at Dartmouth College and is receiving his MBA from Babson F.W. Olin Graduate School of Business. He played lacrosse for Team Israel and continues to share his love for the game. https://www.onoraglobal.com/ https...
021: Library of Perspectives with Jamie Joyce
April 11, 2022 04:52 - 59 minutes - 84.4 MBJamie Joyce is the interdimensional librarian we all need at this moment of information confusion. She founded The Society Library, a non-profit that constructs a database of argumentation from every point of view on social and political issues. Jamie is passionate about intellectual freedom and a more diverse and better informed public using innovations like the Internet Government. Jamie is also a board member for Wikitongues, a project that is archiving and supporting languages from aroun...
Episode 021: Library of Perspectives with Jamie Joyce
April 11, 2022 04:52 - 59 minutes - 84.4 MBJamie Joyce is the interdimensional librarian we all need at this moment of information confusion. She founded The Society Library, a non-profit that constructs a database of argumentation from every point of view on social and political issues. Jamie is passionate about intellectual freedom and a more diverse and better informed public using innovations like the Internet Government. Jamie is also a board member for Wikitongues, a project that is archiving and supporting languages from aroun...
020: Policy innovation with Patrick Utz
April 11, 2022 04:47 - 44 minutes - 63.8 MBPatrick Utz is a focused genius and CEO, co-creating Abstract.us - a policy innovation that analyzes and tracks bills and allows for real-time collaboration for any organization seeking to improve policy making and decision making. Patrick studied electrical engineering at Loyola Maymount University and also served as president of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Abstract continues to grow, and I encourage anyone seeking to improve their communities to check it out. htt...
Episode 020: Policy innovation with Patrick Utz
April 11, 2022 04:47 - 44 minutes - 63.8 MBPatrick Utz is a focused genius and CEO, co-creating Abstract.us - a policy innovation that analyzes and tracks bills and allows for real-time collaboration for any organization seeking to improve policy making and decision making. Patrick studied electrical engineering at Loyola Maymount University and also served as president of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers. Abstract continues to grow, and I encourage anyone seeking to improve their communities to check it out. h...
019: Systems of Transformation with Kiki Falconer
April 11, 2022 04:44 - 59 minutes - 85.6 MBKiki Falconer is the embodiment of feminine power in action. Conscious City Guide has featured more than 12,000 transformational events and is a growing space for inspired experiences and conscious, impact-focused community. Kiki was a creative advisor for Kiss the Ground and is one of the best creative directors I know. https://consciouscityguide.com/ https://www.kiki-falconer.com/
Episode 019: Systems of Transformation with Kiki Falconer
April 11, 2022 04:44 - 59 minutes - 85.6 MBKiki Falconer is the embodiment of feminine power in action. Conscious City Guide has featured more than 12,000 transformational events and is a growing space for inspired experiences and conscious, impact focused community. Kiki was a creative advisor for Kiss the Ground and is one of the best creative directors I know. https://consciouscityguide.com/ https://www.kiki-falconer.com/
018: Good Ai & Machine Learning with Ravit Dotan
April 01, 2022 21:34 - 57 minutes - 81.6 MBDr. Ravit Dotan is real life avenger. She researches and educates about Ai Ethics and has a pedigree that includes the University of Pittsburgh, UC Berkeley, and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Ravit is also approaching the Ai and machine learning space in a proactive way by participating in impact investing as a consultant and educator. She has several terrific published pieces about machine learning and Ai ethics. Check out her Collaborative meeting guide. The Values Encoded in Machi...
017: excerpt from On Education by R. Buckminster Fuller
March 23, 2022 21:18 - 4 minutes - 9.01 MBEnjoy this excerpt from R. Buckminster Fuller that still resonates in our current political/social climate. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buckminster_Fuller https://www.amazon.com/R-Buckminster-Fuller-education/dp/0870232762 Mr. Fuller interview: https://youtu.be/AVwCYKH8DqQ Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZ1PkrumLPc
excerpt from On Education by R. Buckminster Fuller
March 23, 2022 21:18 - 4 minutes - 9.01 MBEnjoy this excerpt from R. Buckminster Fuller that still resonates in our current political/social climate. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Buckminster_Fuller https://www.amazon.com/R-Buckminster-Fuller-education/dp/0870232762 Mr. Fuller interview: https://youtu.be/AVwCYKH8DqQ Documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZ1PkrumLPc
016: Radical Solutionism with Olivia Robinson
March 18, 2022 01:15 - 1 hour - 101 MBOlivia Robinson is an active solutionary with all the communities she serves. As an Assistant Director of Community Engagement and Service at Pepperdine University, she builds relationships around serving community needs. As the CEO of BlackDollar, Olivia facilitates economic solutions for black owned businesses. She’s also given a terrific TEDx speech titled “Love Warriors: Arming Ourselves with Radical Love.” Olivia's website: https://oliviavictoriarobi.wixsite.com/oliviarobinson Black...
015: 360° Entrepreneurship with Ebony Utley
February 27, 2022 09:03 - 1 hour - 87.4 MBEbony Utley is a quintessential entrepreneur and advocate for knowledge and resource sharing. She is a professor at Cal State Long Beach and the Associate Director at the Institute for Innovation & Entrepreneurship. Ebony is also an amazing yoga teacher, sharing valuable mind-body-spirit tools with a spectrum of communities. Check out her books, Rap and Religion, and He Cheated, She Cheated, We Cheated and other published essays and pieces. Ebony's 2022 SJE course: https://www.csulb.edu/i...
014: Regenerative Hope with Mollie & Ryland Engelhart
February 25, 2022 22:25 - 1 hour - 107 MBMollie and Ryland Englehart are sister and brother. Mollie runs Sow A Heart Farm and has produced award winning films and is the owner of Sage Vegan Bistro as well as KindKreme. Ryland is the executive director of Kiss the Ground, the movement and the documentary film narrated by Woody Harrelson. He is a co-owner of Cafe Gratitude and published a great article in Huffington Post titled “Gratitude is the Best Sauce.” They are both deeply committed to living regeneratively with the land and th...
013: Courageous Leadership with Seneca Scott
February 19, 2022 22:57 - 1 hour - 119 MBSeneca Scott may be the next mayor of Oakland, California and is deeply rooted and in service to the city. He has been an avid labor rights organizer and leader, receiving a BS from Cornell University in Labor and Industrial Relations. Seneca co-founded Bottom’s Up Community Gardens and founded Oakhella to celebrate and share arts, music and food. Seneca also runs Neighbors Together Oakland which is dedicated to building unity and preparedness in its neighborhoods. This interview was amazing...