Episodes

  • The power of re-entry with dignity for the formerly incarcerated

    The power of re-entry with dignity for the formerly incarcerated
    Oct 9 2018
    With 2.3 million people in its jails, the US has the highest incarceration rate in the world - accounting for nearly 20% of those imprisoned globally. The communities most impacted in the US are communities of color. This episode highlights the efforts of three organizations that seek to support those re-entering society and do so in a way that reduces recidivism while ensuring dignity. We explore some of the issues, factors to keep in mind to ensure successful programming, and where there are opportunities for real change at the local level. Join co-host Thomas Rosenberg and his panel of guests for a thoughtful conversation about a topic that impacts millions of families.
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    54 mins
  • Encore: Food and Fibersheds

    Encore: Food and Fibersheds
    Oct 2 2018
    Consciously developing food and fibersheds is one way to build human, social, natural and financial capital in rural communities. Mapping food and fibersheds illustrates the flow of money and materials, where value exists and the community's values, as well as existing and potential opportunities for creativity within a community. It also helps in creating a shared vision of what's possible through collaboration.
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    55 mins
  • Encore: Intent and Impact: How Leadership and Social Impact Converge

    Encore: Intent and Impact: How Leadership and Social Impact Converge
    Sep 25 2018
    Mono-cultural organizations or communities don’t happen by accident. Neither do dynamic, diverse, inclusive cultures whether organizationally or communally. Join us as we discuss leadership blindspots, self-awareness, systemic issues, and the critical importance of aligning diversity, inclusion and equity efforts with core values and culture.
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    55 mins
  • Encore: Helping African American Entrepreneurs Take Flight

    Encore: Helping African American Entrepreneurs Take Flight
    Sep 18 2018
    At their earliest stage, entrepreneurs generally get funding from friends and family – those supporters culled from alumni groups, professional connections, and longstanding familial and social networks. For most entrepreneurs, this abundant and friendly pool of capital is a financial lifeline that can be the difference between a great idea and a promising startup or small business. That is, unless you’re African American. The problem, as pointed out by Runway Project founder Jessica Norwood, is that wealth in the U.S. cleanly falls along racial lines. Runway Project is a national initiative designed to change that reality for African American entrepreneurs. In this week’s show, guests Konda Mason and Annie McShiras will discuss the collaboration between Runway Project, Self-Help Federal Credit Union, and Uptima Business Bootcamp in Oakland, CA, to pilot a new financial product and investment fund that bridges the funding and support gap for African American entrepreneurs.
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    56 mins
  • Encore: Mono Bravo: community empowerment, conservation, and chocolate

    Encore: Mono Bravo: community empowerment, conservation, and chocolate
    Sep 11 2018
    This is the story about an innovative initiative that protects tropical rainforests through the direct trade of strategic understory crops that provide sustainable livelihoods for the rural poor, and community-based conservation commitments
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    55 mins
  • EFC: Removing masks to raise emotionally healthy youth globally

    EFC: Removing masks to raise emotionally healthy youth globally
    Sep 4 2018
    Mr. Ashanti Branch, M.Ed, the Founder and Executive Director of the Ever Forward Club, returns for a second interview. We discuss how the first year of their 100K Mask Challenge has gone, the impact of taking the challenge across the US, and to 7 other countries including Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Australia, and India. We explore some of the initial findings with the masks submitted thus far, how teachers and principals are responding to the Challenge, and how you can bring the Challenge to your community. Join us!
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    55 mins
  • Encore: Como coaching respalda el desarrollo de liderazgo

    Encore: Como coaching respalda el desarrollo de liderazgo
    Aug 28 2018
    En este episodio, tocamos algunos temas del anterior episodio acerca de la neurociencia, nuestros relatos propios, y la autopercepción. Indagamos como el desarrollo de sí mismo, como el coaching respalda el desarrollo de liderazgo y como implementar el desarrollo de liderazgo en su propia vida, con algún caso de estudio.
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    55 mins
  • Encore: S.P.A.R.K.ing conversations of inclusion

    Encore: S.P.A.R.K.ing conversations of inclusion
    Aug 21 2018
    Have you ever felt the need to have a meaningful conversation about racial equity or LGBTQ inclusion but were unsure where to begin? Have you wondered how to create a safe, brave space that fosters radical openness and collaboration amongst participants? Whether you're working at the community level, in a school, an organization, or within a team, this episode is for you. My guest, Rachel Rosen will share her experience creating safe spaces and cultivating leadership on equity and inclusion.
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    56 mins