This Conversation Matters

Sheree Curry

This Conversation Matters is a weekly show about the social issues shaping our communities and our lives — from race and inequality to justice, economic opportunity and overall well-being. Hosted by Sheree R. Curry, each episode features thoughtful conversations with experts and people with lived experience, helping us better understand why these issues matter in our everyday lives.

  1. 1d ago

    Who Gets to Define Southern Food? Guest Chef Ashleigh Shanti

    James Beard Award-winning chef and author Ashleigh Shanti joins This Conversation Matters host Sheree R. Curry for a conversation about Black Southern food, culture and creativity. Shanti explores how geography, migration and family traditions have shaped distinct cuisines across the South and why foods once dismissed as inexpensive or working-class fare are increasingly being celebrated on high-end menus. The Our South: Black Food Through My Lens author also challenges the expectation that Black chefs must connect everything they create to their ancestry. Sometimes, she says, a chef should simply have the freedom to create. Shanti also reflects on Top Chef, her James Beard Award and being named to the TIME100 Next. See the video version on YouTube @ShereeCurryMedia https://www.youtube.com/@ShereeCurryMedia Takeaways Culinary inspiration from family and regional influencesThe importance of preserving and celebrating regional cuisine and cultural history Community support is crucial for small businessesRecognition and accolades are significant milestones for chefs Chapters 00:00 The Journey to Good Hot Fish03:05 Early Culinary Influences05:23 Our South: Black Food Through My Lens07:51 Regional Cuisine and Cultural Significance18:55 The Shift in Culinary Narratives23:05 Preserving Cultural History Through Food28:19 Top Chef Experience30:39 Building a Community31:09 Winning Restaurant Wars33:53 Charlotte's Culinary Scene36:42 Exploring Asheville38:38 Accolades and Recognition42:24 Food as Medicine45:20 Cultural Heritage and Food49:16 Planning a Podcast Episode

  2. Aug 10 ·  Bonus

    Hope in Minnesota's Resistance

    This conversation with attorney and activist Nekima Levy Armostrong highlights the community's response to Operation Metro Search and the ongoing fight for police accountability. See the full episode on the "This Conversation Matters" podcast and on YouTube @ShereeCurryMedia https://www.youtube.com/@ShereeCurryMedia

  3. Aug 10 ·  Bonus

    Want Your Child to Be a Social Media Star?

    Nurturing a child's natural talent is essential for success, says YouTuber Ami McClure of the @MightyMcClures. She's mom to twins Ava and Alexis and son Jersey. See the full episode of our interview with her and husband Justin McClure on the "This Conversation Matters" podcast and on YouTube @ShereeCurryMedia https://www.youtube.com/@ShereeCurryMedia

  4. Aug 10 ·  Bonus

    Justin McClure: Raising Kids While Building a Digital Business

    Justin McClure of the @MightyMcClures and dad of the McClure Twins shares the journey of building a business while learning digital marketing and editing at night. The positive impact on his kids is evident, and they are proud of the mark they've made by being positive. Find full episode on the "This Conversation Matters" podcast and on YouTube @ShereeCurryMedia https://www.youtube.com/@ShereeCurryMedia

  5. Aug 10 ·  Bonus

    A Mom's Message: Still Be Yourself After Kids

    Ami McClure of the @MightyMcClures and mom to the McClure twins, emphasizes the need to maintain personal identity and style even after becoming a parent, in order to show children that life doesn't end after having kids. Find full episode on the "This Conversation Matters" podcast and on YouTube @ShereeCurryMedia https://www.youtube.com/@ShereeCurryMedia

  6. Aug 10 ·  Bonus

    Why You Should Drive Your Career

    Michael Tucker emphasizes the need for individuals to manage their careers proactively and communicate their aspirations to their employers. Find full episode on YouTube @ShereeCurryMedia https://www.youtube.com/@ShereeCurryMedia

  7. Aug 10 ·  Bonus

    My First Legal Mentor's Advice

    Mentorship is valuable. Michael Tucker shares what a mentor told him. What advice from your career mentor still resonates with you? https://www.youtube.com/@ShereeCurryMedia

  8. Aug 6

    The Fight for Democracy: Civil Rights Attorney Nekima Levy Armstrong on Justice, Protest and Power

    Civil rights attorney and Racial Justice Network founder Nekima Levy Armstrong joins This Conversation Matters for a wide-ranging discussion on police accountability, corporate responsibility, immigration enforcement and what she sees as growing threats to American democracy.  Drawing on her decades as an activist and legal advocate, Levy Armstrong reflects on the legacy of George Floyd’s murder, the long history of civil rights, and the systemic factors shaping current events. She also breaks down the federal charges following her arrest at the Cities Church ICE protest,  why she believes public pressure is often necessary for holding institutions accountable, and where she finds hope despite a challenging political climate.   Follow This Conversation Matters on YouTube @ShereeCurryMedia In this episode: Nekima Levy Armstrong's journey into civil rights law and activism  The lasting impact of George Floyd's murder and citizen-recorded video  The history, strategy, and impact of the Target boycott  The Cities Church ICE protest, Operation Metro Surge, and federal charges against protesters  Historical Impact Video evidence is helpful but not sufficient for justiceFaith, corporate accountability, and civic engagement  Why Levy Armstrong believes hope requires vigilant actione. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background07:05 Early Activism and Civil Rights Advocacy13:26 Impact of Slavery and Black Codes16:45 Political Parties and Systemic Disenfranchisement19:10 Generational Wealth and Political Pawns27:22 Challenges to Democracy and Systemic Disruption31:55 Accountability and Constitutional Rights34:27 The Impact of Video Evidence38:20 The Power of Public Pressure46:52 Corporate Accountability and Boycotts53:26 The Weaponization of the Department of Justice01:06:06 The Fight for Racial Justice01:10:05 Advice to the Public

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This Conversation Matters is a weekly show about the social issues shaping our communities and our lives — from race and inequality to justice, economic opportunity and overall well-being. Hosted by Sheree R. Curry, each episode features thoughtful conversations with experts and people with lived experience, helping us better understand why these issues matter in our everyday lives.

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  • Creator
    Sheree Curry
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Sheree Curry