The Value of Exposure
Crossroads Podcast
Dr. Velma Deleveaux joins me to talk about her origin story and career in STEM. We breakdown what STEM is and how parents can get their kids engaged in related activities and programs. Resources are below! Learn more about AA Contributions in Science and Technology throughout history. One great place to start is by reading Dr. James Turner from his talk in 2008. Kid resources: Learn about High - Paying Cyber Security Jobs Without a Degree at: Learn more about Dr. Deleveaux's story, Insights and STEM advice for student success:
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Shape Up
Crossroads Podcast
Taking a stab at President Biden's Infrastructure Bill and the data (or lack thereof) that shows the real cost of getting our roads, bridges and other systems in shape. Resources are below!
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Preciosa
Crossroads Podcast
I'm joined by Dr. Victor Ayala to talk about the beauty of Puerto Rico and the sad history of sterilization.
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ICYMI
Crossroads Podcast
I'm back! After an extended hiatus, I'm returning to the show anew.
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Episode 12 Clean Economy Part 2
Crossroads Podcast
In this solo episode, I take a deeper dive into what the Clean Economy is and different ways we can participate in this economy as more and more industries transition into more sustainable practices.
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Danger on the Delta
Crossroads Podcast
In this episode I discuss how small actions can make big change. I also discuss the affect global warming has had on the Mississippi Delta and how that contributes to flooding
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Energia
Crossroads Podcast
The first Notes from the Field episode of 2021! I attended Power in the Park put on by local grassroots organizations held in the Long Branch area of Maryland. This event was designed to inform the community about ways to save on their utility bills with the use of community solar and other state-sponsored initiatives. I spoke with representatives from Audubon National Society and Solar United Neighbors who discussed their contributions to further sustainability.
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A House Cannot Stand
Crossroads Podcast
Raymond Nevo talk about the upcoming county council race in Prince George's County, Maryland and how he is the best candidate for an At Large seat. We talk about the housing crisis in Maryland and across the US and why it's so important for citizens to get involved in local politics.
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Be Well
Crossroads Podcast
Australia, CEO of Persuaded Beauty LLC, stops by to talk about mental health and her personal journey to entrepreneurism. We talk about generational wealth and ways for us to take better care of our bodies as well as our minds.
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Period
Crossroads Podcast
Shauri Naidoo, CEO of Moraka Menstrual Cups joins me to talk about period positivity and her goal of bringing sustainable menstrual health products to all women in New Zealand and soon the world.
info_outlineGenay, Rose, and Z are alums of the Boards and Commissions Leadership Institute (BCLI) a strategy and program under Urban Habitat in the Bay Area. We discuss how personal experience informs social activism and how BCLI empowers and equips people of color with the tools to join and run commissions. The ladies talk about what brought them to BCLI and how folks can get involved in their communities to make positive change. We shout out groups doing the work, our families and each other. Resources are below!
https://actionnetwork.org/letters/support-ab-1436-stop-pandemic-evictions-statewide/
Bay Area Housing Justice Organizations
Causa Justa https://cjjc.org/
Tenants Together https://www.tenantstogether.org/
ACCE https://www.acceaction.org/vol-prop15?splash=1
Oakland Tenants Union http://www.oaklandtenantsunion.org/
Non Profit Housing Association of Northern California https://nonprofithousing.org/
Oakland’s Planning Commission
The Planning Commission makes decisions on Oakland’s (housing) development proposals and policy recommendations
https://www.oaklandca.gov/boards-commissions/planning-commission