show episodes
 
Artwork

1
Bridge To U:

Monique Russell

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Maandelijks
 
Bridge to U focuses on diversity, inclusion and understanding for black cultures. It is a place where Monique Russell hosts transformative discussions focused on enhancing communication skills, nurturing emotional intelligence, and navigating the intricate tapestry of intercultural dynamics and diversity within Black cultures. The vastness of the African diaspora requires us all to do our own D&I work. This work is necessary in order to build up unity through conversations and insights requi ...
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Black Tech Green Money

The Black Effect and iHeartPodcasts

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Wekelijks
 
Black Tech Green Money presents the stories of successful Black entrepreneurs and technologists, as well as actionable advice and wealth-building strategies from a Black perspective. Hosted by Will Lucas (@willlucas), an entrepreneur, content creator, and Brand Manager at AfroTech, the world's largest Black tech digital platform and conference, Black Tech Green Money is THE podcast for Black entrepreneurs and moguls in the making.
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
The USA Volleyball Show is the official podcast of USA Volleyball. Come along with hosts Clarence Hughes and Stephen Munson as they go behind the scenes with some of the biggest names and go to the biggest events in the sport of volleyball. Welcome to The USA Volleyball Show, the official podcast of USA Volleyball.
  continue reading
 
Artwork
 
A lifestyle podcast that discusses the trials and triumphs we face in life. "One can choose to go back toward safety or move forward toward growth. Growth must be chosen again and again, fear must be overcome again and again"~Abraham Maslow~
  continue reading
 
What should future schools look like? How do brains learn? Some of the world's greatest educators, researchers, and community leaders share their stories and visions onstage at the TED conference, TEDx events and partner events around the world. You can also download these and many other videos free on TED.com, with an interactive English transcript and subtitles in up to 80 languages. TED is a nonprofit devoted to Ideas Worth Spreading.
  continue reading
 
Artwork

1
Impact By Choice

Andrada Anitei

Unsubscribe
Unsubscribe
Maandelijks
 
Welcome to Impact By Choice, a show unveiling how regular humans use the power of Choice to Impact the world around them. The three pillars of this show are the following: - introspective moments; - book/ writing talks; - interviews. Send questions & suggestions to impactbychoice@gmail.com. Find out more about your host by checking out the links below: Website: https://andradasworld.com; LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrada-anitei/ Much gratitude for tuning in! 🎤 🎧
  continue reading
 
Loading …
show series
 
Shontay Lundy is the Founder and CEO of Black Girl Sunscreen, a pioneering brand created to address the sun care needs of Black and Brown skin. Launched in 2016, Black Girl Sunscreen has grown from a single product to a trusted line available in major retailers like Target and Ulta. On this episode, Shontay speaks with AfroTech's Will Lucas about b…
  continue reading
 
The Black Effect Presents... Black Tech Green Money! Marketing Strategist Mahdi Woodard is an innovative thinker with broad business acumen and in-depth marketing and branding experience. He serves as a marketing Consultant and Chief Marketing Officer, and was previously a Marketing Brand Analyst and Associate Brand Manager at Mars Petcare which is…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Clarence is joined by guest host, and USA Volleyball's Senior Manager of Digital Media & Content Strategy, Laura Fawcett. After they catch up, they welcome back six-time Paralympic medalist and U.S. Women's Sitting National Team middle blocker, Lora Webster (15:38 - 1:24:05). Lora chats about her Paralympic experience in Paris and …
  continue reading
 
DeMarcus Shawn is one of the funniest people on Tik Tok, reaching over 6.6 million followers on TikTok and a million more on Instagram. Known for his relatable humor, DeMarcus has become a master of online entertainment, crafting skits and engaging videos that resonate across audiences and platforms. But his path to full-time content creation wasn’…
  continue reading
 
C. David Moody, Jr., is the President and CEO of C.D. Moody Construction, one of the largest Black-owned construction companies in the nation. With a career that spans over three decades, Moody has built iconic projects like the Mercedes-Benz Stadium and Maynard H. Jackson International Concourse, while navigating the complexities of the constructi…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Clarence and Stephen catch up and then sit down with two-time Olympic medalist and U.S. Women's National Team middle blocker Chiaka Ogbogu (11:47 - 1:09:44). Chiaka chats with us about her Olympic experience in Paris and about winning the silver medal. She talks about how she was introduced to the game, her modeling career, the upc…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 187 Ross Mac is the founder of Maconomics, a financial literacy media company dedicated to empowering urban communities. He brings a wealth of knowledge as a former Wall Street professional for Morgan Stanley and Grosvenor Capital. Ross talks with AfroTech’s Will Lucas about the importance of finding reliable financial information, taking advan…
  continue reading
 
On this episode of It’s Not A Straight Line, I’m joined by Clayton Peters, producer, writer, and long-time manager of his brother, global comedy icon Russell Peters. For almost 20 years, Clayton has been at the helm of Russell’s remarkable career, managing one of the longest and most successful runs in comedy, with Russell selling out venues worldw…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 186 In this episode of Black Tech Green Money, AfroTech's Will Lucas chats with Nicky Saunders, Content Strategist at Deeper Than The Brand, to explore the powerful strategies behind turning social media followers into loyal customers. Nicky, best known for scaling motivational speaker Eric Thomas’s online community from 300K to 2M, shares her …
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Clarence, Stephen and Sevrin catch up with each other, then Stephen and Sevrin sit down with 2024 U19 Beach World Champions Lily Davis and Myriah Massey (9:15 - 45:02). Lily and Myriah share what it was like playing against some of the best young beach athletes while overseas in China. They also chat about school and their upcoming…
  continue reading
 
Trust, Cultural Diversity, Market differences, logistics and infrastructure are just a few challenges anyone will face when doing business across the continent of Africa. The complexity and diversity of the continent requires those seeking success to have a strong vision, and resilient foundation. This is where Abiola Laseinde, CEO of Edniesal Cons…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 185 Aaron Russell is Director, Edge Network Infrastructure at Meta. He’s been with the tech giant for nearly a decade. Aaron has initiated and led critical Internet infrastructure projects connecting the unconnected people in the emerging markets, especially in Africa. Aaron is a creative; a former contributor for Huffington Post, a filmmaker, …
  continue reading
 
Ep. 184 Udonis Haslem is a three-time NBA Champion, Miami HEAT legend, and NBA TV Analyst. He's now teaming up with Wells Fargo and the Rebuilding Together organization to make a lasting impact in the community by providing critical home repairs and safety modifications for families in need. Udonis is a businessman, philanthropist, and advocate for…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Clarence and Stephen catch up with each other ahead of sitting down with four-time Olympian and two-time medalist Matt Anderson (13:44 - 1:01:02). Matt shares about his time in Paris along with his media tour of NYC. Matt chats about working toward LA 2028 and his upcoming season overseas. He also talks about his family, his recent…
  continue reading
 
Sheena Allen is an entrepreneur, author, speaker, investor, and creative architect. Her fintech startup, CapWay, focuses on creating economic access and opportunities for all through inclusive financial products and services, including banking, content, payments, and more. With Capway, she became the youngest female in America to own and operate a …
  continue reading
 
In this episode, we are celebrating 100 EPISODES of The USA Volleyball Show! We welcome members of our podcast crew, Sevrin Lavenstein and Bri Jacox, then we reminisce on our favorite podcast moments. Our very own Laura Fawcett is on the ground in Paris. She sits down with U.S. Women's Sitting Team members Monique Matthews and Tia Edwards (44:15 - …
  continue reading
 
Change, change, change! So many of us don’t like it, resist it, or are afraid of it. You could be: Starting a new job Starting or ending a relationship Moving to a new location Adopting new technology Getting older Becoming an empty nester Starting a new habit It’s all change, and it’s the one thing that is constant in all of our lives. Whether you…
  continue reading
 
Reign Ventures is an early stage investment firm that focuses on women and minority-led startups, investing at the Seed and Series A Stage in promising technology and tech-enabled startups with high-potential founders. Monique Idlett is the Founder and Managing Partner, Erica Duignan Minnihan is Founder and General Partner. Monique is a globally re…
  continue reading
 
Telva McGruder is the Chief Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer at General Motors, and has spent more than 28 years at the company - starting as an engineer. Today, she’s focused on weaving DEI into the fabric of the company, working in partnership with internal and external leaders to champion the broad and diverse workforce. On this episode r…
  continue reading
 
In episode 99, we welcome first-time guest U.S. Women's Sitting Team libero Sydney Satchell (10:04 - 1:15:56). We sat down (pun intended) with Sydney ahead of her leaving for her FIRST Paralympic Games in Paris! We learn about the injury that qualified her for the U.S. team, her introduction to volleyball, her faith and her work as a minister when …
  continue reading
 
Ep. 179 Randall Yarborough is a multidisciplinary designer with professional experience in sporting equipment, apparel, and footwear. He was Senior Footwear Designer at YEEZY, working under Ye (Kanye West), and recently launched his own company, Joyshed, an athletic shorts brand. On this episode, Randall speaks with AfroTech's Will Lucas about the …
  continue reading
 
On Episode 46 of the It’s Not A Straight Line podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Hugh Lawson, a business development expert, Vanier Cup football champion, and leadership advisor. As the Principal at Lawson Leadership Advisory, Hugh is a purpose-driven, people-centric leader who embodies the principles of Ikigai—finding the intersectio…
  continue reading
 
Jeff Nelson is known as “the Relatable CTO” for his ability to take very complex technology solutions and help others understand how and why to implement them to benefit themselves and their businesses. Jeff is driving innovation in technology, business, culture, and public policy. Along with being known as “the Relatable CTO”, Jeff is the Co-Found…
  continue reading
 
Many people wonder how to successfully blend corporate life and entrepreneurship, often believing they must choose one or the other to make a significant impact. What if there was a way to be impactful and successful regardless of your professional status or location? What if there was a way to navigate systemic barriers and still achieve success? …
  continue reading
 
Rodney Williams is Co-Founder and President at Solo Funds, one of the leading financial technology companies for underserved communities. On this episode, Rodney speaks with AfroTech's Will Lucas about how to launch a fintech startup MVP with no venture capital, how challenging disruption can be in a highly regulated industry, and finding success w…
  continue reading
 
In this SPECIAL episode, Stephen and Sevrin are in Paris for the 2024 Olympic Games. First, Sevrin sits down with U.S. Beach Olympians Miles Partain and Andy Benesh ahead of their Round of 16 match (5:36 - 10:58). Then, Stephen and Sevrin sit down with U.S. Men's Olympians Aaron Russell and Taylor Averill (13:02 - 25:03) ahead of their quarterfinal…
  continue reading
 
Chaucer Barnes is Chief Marketing Officer of Translation + United Masters, the parent company of award-winning creative agency Translation, and artist services platform UnitedMasters. In creating a new normal for the way brands and creators alike mint and trade cultural capital, Chaucer applies tools and lessons from every chapter of his life – as …
  continue reading
 
In this episode, Clarence is out of town, so Sevrin is filling in for him before he and Stephen leave for Paris. After chatting about the Olympics, they welcome three-time Olympian and U.S. Women’s National Team outside hitter Kelsey Robinson Cook (11:18 - 42:24) to the show before she leaves for Paris! Kelsey talks a little about the USA Volleybal…
  continue reading
 
Join us for an inspiring episode as I sit down with Matty and Alex Hill, better known as the Hill Brothers. Matty, Founder and Commissioner of Niagara Youth Flag Football (NYFF), is celebrated as one of Canada's top flag football coaches, having led teams to two World Championships. Meanwhile, Alex, a Sales Representative at RE/MAX Escarpment Realt…
  continue reading
 
Mckeever 'Mac' Conwell is Founder & Managing Partner of RareBreed Ventures, a pre-seed fund that invests in exceptional founders primarily outside of large tech ecosystems, typically first money in, or, at least earlier than most investors. He’s one of the most prominent voices in tech on X (formerly Twitter), and his funds success is largely found…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 174 In this episode of Black Tech Green Money, I dive into the essential gear you need to start a highly rated podcast. Whether you're a beginner or looking to upgrade your setup, I’ve got you covered with recommendations for every budget. I’ll walk you through the best recording software, hardware recorders, microphones, audio interfaces, stor…
  continue reading
 
We're thrilled to welcome Wayne Hannah, the mastermind behind "Mindful'Ish" on YouTube and "@goodmorningassholes" on TikTok. Wayne is a humorist, content creator, firefighter, and veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces. After serving 20 years as an artillery soldier, Wayne's journey took him from counteracting Somali pirates to injecting humour into …
  continue reading
 
In this special episode, we welcome back U.S. Beach National Team members, Taryn Kloth and Kristen Nuss (21:21 - 1:16:50)! We catch up with TKN since we last spoke with them and congratulate them on officially punching their tickets to represent USA at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. We also talk about what they're doing now to prepare for the Oly…
  continue reading
 
In this episode, I discuss: The importance of self-advocacy and awareness in business collaboration How entrepreneurship supports belonging and inclusion at work How to use AI and Emotional Intelligence to increase your leadership and efficiency How to leverage professional development to avoid self-sabotage Resources Mentioned in the Episode: Emot…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 173 In this episode of Black Tech Green Money, Ceci Kurzman talks with AfroTech's Will Lucas about her impressive background as a private investor, entrepreneur, and independent board member. With a history as a former music executive and talent manager, Ceci has guided the careers and business strategies of some of the biggest artists in the w…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 172 Brandon Butler is Partner + Chief Culture & Innovation Officer @ Majority // CEO @ Butter.ATL, an Atlanta-based media company covering all things Atlanta, from sports and news to food and music. Follow Will Lucas on Instagram at @willlucas Learn more at AfroTech.com https://instagram.com/afro.tech Learn more about your ad-choices at https:/…
  continue reading
 
In episode 95, we sit down with USA Volleyball's Beach Development National Team Head Coach Scott Davenport (11:30 - 1:01:40). Scott talks about his background as a player and coach, shares his coaching philosophy, and reflects on the goals he has working with the U.S. A2 beach teams. He also gives us a sneak peak into the beach competition at the …
  continue reading
 
Ep. 171 Damali Peterman is a highly regarded and sought-after lawyer, mediator, negotiator, educator, and speaker with nearly 20 years of experience in the alternative dispute resolution field. She is the founder and CEO of two companies—Breakthrough ADR, and Damali Law. On this episode of Black Tech Green Money, Damali talks with AfroTech's Will L…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 170 John Hope Bryant is an entrepreneur, author, and philanthropist, best known for his work in economic empowerment and financial literacy. He is the founder, chairman, and CEO of Operation HOPE, Inc., a nonprofit organization providing financial literacy and economic education to underserved communities. Bryant has been a vocal advocate for f…
  continue reading
 
Discover the inspiring journey of Monique Giroux, a former corporate banker turned soulful guide. Once the powerhouse behind sponsorship at a major Canadian bank, Monique's path took a surprising turn after nearly two decades in the corporate world. Now, as the founder of Flourish with Monique, she's dedicated to helping others find peace and purpo…
  continue reading
 
In episode 94, we talk volleyball and broadcasting with host, analyst and sports broadcaster Emily Ehman (10:12 - 1:18:49)! She is all over the volleyball scene: Athletes Unlimited, Big Ten Network, ESPN, Fox Sports, Pro Volleyball Federation to name a few. She is currently calling matches for Volleyball World at Volleyball Nations League. She shar…
  continue reading
 
Maurice Philogene is a man who looks at the rules differently. He understands systems and structures in order to navigate them effectively and ethically in his pursuit of freedom. Whether it's travel hacking, working 3 jobs simultaneously, or becoming location independent, Maurice is a man who embraces the patience, consistency and discipline requi…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 169 Fonz Morris is Lead Product Designer, Global Conversion at Netflix. He’s an entrepreneur and self-taught designer, leading one of the most impactful teams inside one of the biggest tech and media companies on the planet. He’s travelled all around the world on his self-driven educational adventures, and prior to joining Netflix, he led a des…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 168 Lanny Smith is founder and CEO at Actively Black and Active Faith, both wildly successful athleisure brands doing numbers. An unlikely fashion mogul, Lanny is a former college star basketball player and pro athlete, but this wasn’t the road he chose, but, he’s found his path. On this episode, Lanny speaks with AfroTech’s Will Lucas about th…
  continue reading
 
In this episode of The USA Volleyball Show, Stephen is flying solo as Clarence is in Columbus for Open National Championship. Stephen and guest host Sevrin Lavenstein then talked to U.S. Beach National Team athlete Theo Brunner (7:49 - 56:08). Theo shares all about his background from how he got into volleyball and how he was introduced to the nati…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 167 Dr. Nashlie Sephus is the Applied Science Manager for the Amazon AI team focusing on fairness in AI. Based in Atlanta, she formally led the Amazon (A9) Visual Search and AR teams, which launched Part Finder, the visual search tool for replacement parts) on the Amazon Shopping App in 2018. The team for Part Finder came from from Atlanta-base…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 166 Kobie Fuller is General Partner at Upfront Ventures. He’s got deep expertise in enterprise SAAS and frontier technologies including AR/VR. Previously, he was Chief Marketing Officer at REVOLVE, one of the largest global fashion e-­commerce players based in Los Angeles. He’s got deep interest in artificial intelligence, and he’s placing bets…
  continue reading
 
In Glen's Steps: A Journey with Dementia is a deeply personal and heartfelt podcast series that explores the impact of dementia on Glenroy Brown, a man of remarkable character, and his family. Through candid conversations, personal reflections, and expert insights, we share the journey of his life, from his early years in Jamaica to his current exp…
  continue reading
 
In episode 92 of The USA Volleyball Show, Clarence and Stephen catch up ahead of the USA Volleyball Open National Championship. Then, they sit down with four-time Paralympic medalist and U.S. Women's Sitting National Team opposite Heather Erickson (15:52 - 1:31:49). Heather shares stories her introduction to the game and to the sitting national tea…
  continue reading
 
Ep. 165 Ryan Leslie is a Grammy nominated musician and producer, and founder at SuperPhone which helps creatives and businesses increase engagement, drive revenue, and build better relationships with SMS / MMS marketing. On this episode, Ryan talks with AfroTech's Will Lucas about the economics of the music industry, why artists are selling their c…
  continue reading
 
Loading …

Korte handleiding