Echoes on Air

Echoes on air is a podcast for people of all walks of life to share their life experiences.

Juneteeth - Holiday or Naw 07/29/2021

Juneteeth - Holiday or Naw Janelle and Chris talk to Tiffany Agard and Marieshia Hicks about Juneteenth. They discuss its history, their relationship with it, and their opinion about its new holiday status. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/19954172

On Air With: What doesn't Kill Her 07/14/2021

On Air With: What doesn't Kill Her In this is episode, of "on air with...," Janelle talks with writers and publishers Kerry Garvin and Dr. Elisabeth McKetta about their newly released anthology "What Doesn't Kill Her: Women's Stories of Resilience." They discuss representation, female characters, and the importance of listening to each other's stories. They also tell their resilient story in overcoming rejection of this brilliant anthology by the traditional press and how it lead to the creation of Harridan and Strumpet, their own printing press. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/19805402

On Air With Dr. Janice Franklin: The History of Lynching (Live) 06/16/2021

On Air With Dr. Janice Franklin: The History of Lynching (Live) Join us as Dr. Janice Franklin talks about the history of lynching in the U.S., the lesser-known stories and victims, and the insidious ways it continues to impact our community. In this presentation, Dr. Franklin provides historical clarity to and contextualizes present-day sentiments regarding police brutality and the killings of Black people in the U.S. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/19494194

Civil Rights, Then and Now 05/26/2021

Civil Rights, Then and Now In this episode, Janelle and Melissa talk with Karen Cayce and Dennis Raveneau about the civil rights movement from two generations back and the movement today. They talk about their experiences and their view of how the newer generation is engaging in activism. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/19252034

On Air With Destinee Sanders: Growsureez 05/12/2021

On Air With Destinee Sanders: Growsureez In this episode, Janelle and Chris talk with Destinee Sanders, CEO of Growsureez about food deserts, food apartheid, and food insecurity in the U.S. Other Resources: /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/19071047

Black Creatives 04/30/2021

Black Creatives In this episode, Janelle and Melissa talk with Angela Carole Brown, Carlos Brumfield, and Taj Shareef about the Echoes vMuseum, Creating from the Ashes, and what it was like to be a Black creative in 2020 amidst Coronavirus and the protest atmosphere after the murders of Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, and Breonna Taylor. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18918347

On Air With Maithy Vu: Diversity in Creative Writing & Rebel Girls 04/21/2021

On Air With Maithy Vu: Diversity in Creative Writing & Rebel Girls In this episode of "on air with...," Janelle and Melissa talk with Maithy Vu, editor at Rebel Girls books, about her creative writing journey and how Rebel Girls is expanding the list of female heroes for young girls. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18796172

On Air With Echoes' New Co-host: Melissa Mains 04/16/2021

On Air With Echoes' New Co-host: Melissa Mains In this episode, Janelle talks to Melissa Mains, our new co-host, about finding a voice and speaking about social injustices and teaching inclusion to her son. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18746684

Reair: The Asian-American Experience S3 E2 03/24/2021

Reair: The Asian-American Experience S3 E2 In this encore of our April 21, 2020 release, Chris and Janelle talk with Anna Kim, Grace Talusan, Rachmad Tjachyadi about the vastness of the Asian-American Experience and the danger of a homogenized representation of Asians in the U.S, speaking within a culture that is often considered silent, as well as highlight the APIA involvement in various social justice movements. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478577

On Air With Mandish Kalsi Season 2 Episode 1 :Farmers' Protest in India 03/10/2021

On Air With Mandish Kalsi Season 2 Episode 1 :Farmers' Protest in India In this episode of "on air with...," Janelle talks with Mandish Kalsi about the Indian farmers protest that began in August of 2020 and its affect on the Indian diaspora. As an Indo-Australian, born in India and raised in Australia, Mandish has a unique insider-outsider view of the issue and contextualizes her responses by referring to to the few years she spent living in India as an adult. Check out @sikhexpo on Instagram for up-to-date information Other resources: https://www.cnn.com/2020/12/11/world/farmer-protests-india-protests-hnk-trnd/index.html https://www.pbs.org/newshour/economy/indias-farming-protests-resonate-with-u-sagriculture-workers https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poor_People%27s_Campaign https://www.marieclaire.com/career-advice/a32757916/farm-workers-immigrants-covid-19/ /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478580

On Air With LeShay Weeks: Personal Evolution and Trans Advocacy 10/16/2020

On Air With LeShay Weeks: Personal Evolution and Trans Advocacy LeShay would like to dedicate this episode to the memory of Monica Roberts, a tireless champion for equality. In this episode of "on air with...", Janelle talks with LeShay Weeks about personal evolution and trans advocacy. Weeks talks about her decision to embrace her power and voice as an advocate, her entrepreneurial spirit and health, the ugly and beauty about community, and Black trans invisibility in the LGBTQ and Black Lives Matter movements. Follow LeShay's healthy food journey on Instagram @VEGGIECHEFSHAYSHOW and as a cohost of the Transfusion Radio Show @transfusionradioshow Also, get relaxed by checking out her spa: www.lovethyselfdayspa.com /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478583

Digital Blackface, Blackfishing, and Transracial Identity 09/23/2020

Digital Blackface, Blackfishing, and Transracial Identity Janelle and Chris talk with Tiffany Agard and Eric Keeton about "Digital Blackface", "Black Fishing", and "Transracial identity". Realizing these terms can sometimes overlap, they identify the definitions as follows: "Digital Blackface" refers to white/non-Black people using GIFs, memes, emoji, and other images of Black people to express various emotional reactions online. Transracial people are individuals who assert a racial identity for themselves which differs from their birth race. “Blackfishing” is a term used to describe someone accused of pretending to be Black on social media by using makeup, hair products and in some cases, surgery to drastically change their appearance. The cast discusses these definitions, possible concerns, the historical predecessors, and if they really have any issue with it at all. Videos referred to in the episode: https://youtu.be/Cyq6fTYxztc https://youtu.be/5qm0LwUHDqE https://youtu.be/WRn4XYWP8IE /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478586

On Air With Devon Miller and Allison Bret: Black Art Matters 09/09/2020

On Air With Devon Miller and Allison Bret: Black Art Matters In this episode of "on air with...", Janelle talks with Devon Miller and Allison Bret of Dallas Summer Musicals about their program Black Art Matters. Both Miller and Bret expose some of the racist roots of Dallas, Texas, and how they, along with their organization, are working to correct the effects of this racist past through art and theater. Check out DSM's YouTube Channel and their Black Art Matters series. https://www.youtube.com/user/DSMusicals/videos Mentioned on the episode: Dallas Truth Racial Healing https://dallastrht.org Story of Allen Brooks: https://humanrightsdallasmaps.com/items/show/15 /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478589

What is Environmental Justice anyway? 08/26/2020

What is Environmental Justice anyway? Janelle talks with Nathan Dorris, Marsha Jackson, Misti Oquinn, and Britani Peterson about environmental racism, justice, and injustice. The discussion reveals that environmental justice is not only about saving and protecting the earth but also how the effects of neglecting it often heavily impact Black, Brown, impoverished, and disenfranchised communities and what we can do alleviate the problems. Resources and information mentioned in this episode: Breath is Lyfe - https://www.facebook.com/pg/BreathIsLyfe/community/ Netflix Series: Broken, episode "Recycling Sham" Southern Sector Rising - Southernsectorrising.org https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5QmhmBOAwwE&t=31s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X-9ioDVNeHs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4xEWKkdYnXc https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30xLg2HHg8Q https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WMgNlU_vxQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3u19Mi-CKJM https://youtu.be/zJX_MXaXbJA /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478592

On Air With Kizomba Harmony: Sexual Harassment 08/12/2020

On Air With Kizomba Harmony: Sexual Harassment Trigger Warning for discussion about sexual abuse and rape In this episode of "on air with...", Janelle talks with Monica Kay and Billy Myles of Kizomba Harmony about sexual harassment in the dance community. Monica and Billy are world-renowned dance instructors who have taught partner dances all over the U.S. and in over 15 countries. As such, they have learned of the worldwide problem of sexual harassment and assault in the dance community. In this episode, they talk about their experiences and knowledge, the #metoo movement, and what they as individuals and a company are doing to stop harassment in their community and how it can encourage us to deal with it in the world. https://kizombaharmony.com https://www.dancemagazine.com/metoo-dance-2569127206.html https://www.justforkix.com/dance-talk/coaches/responding-to-sexual-harassment-in-the-dance-world /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478595

How to be a Good Ally (Virtual Live Show) 07/24/2020

How to be a Good Ally (Virtual Live Show) Join us as we discuss the need for and the impact of allies, ways to be a good one, and ways to avoid causing more injury than good. Led by our panelists, Arthur Gregg, Wendy Koster & Edward A. Mitchell /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478598

Be_Voiced Takeover: Gen Z talks Ineffective and Effective Protesting 06/24/2020

Be_Voiced Takeover: Gen Z talks Ineffective and Effective Protesting The Be_voiced Squad takes over Echoes on air! Squad members Lauren Harrison and Emily Truelove talk with Caleb de la Torre and Fatima Flores about effective and ineffective methods of protest and ways Gen Z is getting involved in protest movements. As mentioned on the podcast: Follow @TheFundForCollegeAuditions on Instagram Check out these additional articles: https://www.cnn.com/2020/06/13/us/influencers-protests-backlash-trnd/index.html https://www.vulture.com/2020/06/race-whiteness-black-lives-matter-lessons-for-theater.html https://www.forbes.com/sites/rebeccabellan/2020/06/12/gen-z-leads-the-black-lives-matter-movement-on-and-off-social-media/#69aa88e119a8 /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478601

On Air With DR Mann Hanson and Darnell Lamont Walker: Protesting and what to expect on the front lines 06/05/2020

On Air With DR Mann Hanson and Darnell Lamont Walker: Protesting and what to expect on the front lines In this early release of "on air with...", Janelle responds to the murders of Ahmaud Arbery, George Floyd, and Breonna Taylor, and the Black Lives Matter protests. She talks with DR Mann Hanson and Darnell Lamont Walker about protesting, what to expect and safety when on the front lines, and other ways to participate in the revolution. Seeking Asylum by Darnell Lamont Walker https://vimeo.com/145091644 Follow Darnell www.darnellwalker.com IG @CleverBastard How to make a gas mask: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7SKAPN0zJA&app=desktop Additional resources about what to expect: https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2020/06/9849247/what-to-do-arrested-protest-rights https://www.aclu.org/know-your-rights/protesters-rights/ /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478604

Reair of Social Justice Burnout 05/26/2020

Reair of Social Justice Burnout Join us today for a rearing of our live special Social Justice Burnout from season 2. We feel it's message of maintaining mental health in this stressful point of life is important. The message from this episode is just as important today as ever. Your mental health is just as important as everything else going on. Hang in there, you are not alone National Suicide Prevention Lifeline 1-800-273-8255 /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478610

On Air With Grace Talusan: The Body Papers 05/12/2020

On Air With Grace Talusan: The Body Papers Join Janelle and Chris as we talk with Grace Talusan about her memoir The Body Papers. http://gracetalusan.com/the-body-papers/ /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478613

Season 3 Episode 2: The Asian-American Experience 04/21/2020

Season 3 Episode 2: The Asian-American Experience Chris and Janelle talk with Anna Kim, Grace Talusan, Rachmad Tjachyadi about the vastness of the Asian-American Experience and the danger of a homogenized representation of Asians in the U.S, speaking within a culture that is often considered silent, as well as highlight the APIA involvement in various social justice movements. https://www.patreon.com/echoesmedia Recording date 3/8/2020 Stay safe. Stay inside. Wash your hands. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478616

On Air With Liz Nichols: Repeated History 04/07/2020

On Air With Liz Nichols: Repeated History Join us for our conversation with Liz and how history is repeating itself right before our eyes. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478619

On Air With Chris Ramirez: Latinx representation on stage 03/10/2020

On Air With Chris Ramirez: Latinx representation on stage Join us as we discuss Latinx representation on stage with Chris Ramirez. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478622

S 3 Ep.1: Kobe Bryant And Other Unpopular Conversations 02/25/2020

S 3 Ep.1: Kobe Bryant And Other Unpopular Conversations This conversation will span the cross sections of 3 major topics: How we deal with fame/celebrity, sexual assault, and Black male grief. Join Janelle and Chris as we welcome our guests Trey Flanagan and Celeste Howell to discuss these complicated conversations. Other interesting resources to consider: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ke-h2btOdwU https://thehill.com/changing-america/opinion/480076-kobe-bryant-children-and-grief https://www.independent.co.uk/voices/kobe-bryant-rape-allegations-death-helicopter-crash-sexual- assault-a9305006.html https://www.vox.com/2020/1/28/21105526/kobe-bryant-death-sexual-assault-case-2003 /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478625

1: On Air With Andi Boi 02/11/2020

1: On Air With Andi Boi Welcome to the first ever On Air With! We hope you enjoy this scaled down deep dive into a focused subject. We're so happy to launch this series with the production team of Andi Boi. https://dct.org/andiboi/ /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478628

Season 2 Wrap Up 11/20/2019

Season 2 Wrap Up Here is our goodbye to 2019 and season 2. Join Janelle, Chris, and a handful of rotating guests as we look back at all of our past topics for the year. See you all in the next year and season 3. /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478631

Cancel Culture 10/30/2019

Cancel Culture Join Janelle, Chris, DR, Tam, and Richie as we discuss cancel culture and DR's 7 rules of redemption. Some more stuff to check out. https://www.foxnews.com/entertainment/comedy-shane-gillis-cancel-culture-snl-firing https://www.washingtonpost.com/arts-entertainment/2019/09/18/step-by-step-guide-why-people-cant-st op-arguing-about-cancel-culture/?noredirect=on https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/dont-frame-shane-gillis-as-the-victim-of-cancel-culture https://www.lovebscott.com/lizzos-postmates-driver-says-singer-ruined-life-shes-terrified-cant-leave-ho use https://kulturehub.com/brother-nature-cancel-culture/ /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478634

Botham Jean and the Burden of Forgiveness 10/16/2019

Botham Jean and the Burden of Forgiveness In this bonus episode, Chris and Janelle talk with @be_voiced squad member, Lauren Harrison about the verdict in the Botham Jean case, forgiveness, distrust of police, and the death of Atatiana Jefferson. Donate to the Botham Jean Foundation: https://bothamjeanfoundation.org/ A Disturbing Timeline of Dallas Police Officer Amber Guyger Killing Botham Jean In His Own Home: https://newsone.com/playlist/timeline-amber-guyger-kills-botham-jean/item/38/ Amber Guyger Case: judge defends hugging officer who killed Botham Jean https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2019/oct/08/amber-guyger-case-judge-defends-hugging-former-police-officer Jurors in Amber Guyger Trial Describe How They Made Their Decision https://www.wfaa.com/mobile/article/news/special-reports/botham-jean/jurors-in-amber-guyger-trial-describe-how-they-made-their-decision/287-73474111-5bee-4834-83a2-78e31e0f2cce?fbclid=IwAR1qYkToL-JPeSEW9LE5xjanybNI_oYj9ijP4yt9Tco4eW_kb_14ShVpjXg?fbclid=IwAR1qYkToL-JPeSEW9LE5xjanybNI_oYj9ijP4yt9Tco4eW_kb_14ShVpjXg If you want to end racism, stop forgiving racists https://www.huffpost.com/entry/opinion-anderson-racists-forgiveness-trump_n_5b6356b4e4b0de86f49f4161?fbclid=IwAR04dGnXKbuVuO9joSXqbcFL5PNKxkEO84wRJnZBRpUIF3moD115q1jdEHA As police chief apologizes for Atatiana Jefferson's death, her family wants more people to be held accountable https://www-m.cnn.com/2019/10/15/us/fort-worth-police-shooting-atatiana-jefferson-tuesday/index.html My Truth by Janelle Gray of Echoes Media https://www.echoesofthestruggle.com/single-post/2017/05/24/My-Truth-A-follow-up-to-Revolutionary-Honesty /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478637

Colorism 09/18/2019

Colorism Join Janelle Gray, Chris Silverberg, Brittanie Gray, and Traci Lee as they discuss Colorism in day to day life. Articles and Videos for your perusal https://colorismhealing.org/colorism-questions/ https://www.xonecole.com/colorism-conversation-we-need-to-be-having/? fbclid=IwAR1Gw_fiBjTZogCZsTnT1b4zvNQW9ijK9oeGtysXG3zrLSuqDhY5liiYYqA https://colorismhealing.org/colorism-quotes/? fbclid=IwAR1Dmkh405_obdsf7DEctG1DbVAfJpnIRaowv2HdGmQLjICHY3Fo4knaM7U https://www.facebook.com/the1janitor/videos/898305160504004/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GjpcnVQ9XBQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1jPhD2m-sQ /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478640

Interracial and Intercultural relationships 08/21/2019

Interracial and Intercultural relationships Join Janelle as we talk to Oliva de Guzman, Chris Ramirez, and Justin Willis about Interracial and Intercultural relationships. Things to watch and read: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Of3FL4X7mLo https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K-KyMHsx0W8 https://www.huffpost.com/entry/interracial-couples-wish-youd-stop-asking-and-wonderingabout_n_59dce1dae4b0b34afa5c869b https://www.thelist.com/39719/things-never-say-partner/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/your-future-self/201808/strengthening-interracialrelationships https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/your-future-self/201703/prejudice-towardrelationships /episode/index/show/echoesmedia/id/18478643

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