36 episodes
On the Outside Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman
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- Society & Culture
Have you ever felt like you don’t quite fit in? Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman brings you On The Outside — the podcast where we talk about all of the ways we’ve been made to feel left out. Whether it was on the playground or at a party or in a recent Supreme Court ruling — there are ways both big and small that we are made to feel like outsiders, all of us. See you out there.
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Bonus Solo Episode: Season 1 Finale With Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman
Thank you so much for listening to On the Outside. I can't wait for what's in store for Season 2 and beyond. I see you. I'm with you. See you out there.
Resources:
* Follow @taylorraealmonte
* Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcast
Keep In Touch:
* Visit taylorraealmonte.com [http://taylorraealmonte.com/]
* Instagram @taylorraealmonte
* TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte
* YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmonte -
S1 E12: Growing Up As A First Gen American, Fitness And Wellness In NYC, Living With Fibroids With Tara Nicolas
In today's episode I talk to Tara Nicolas, @taraanicolas. Tara is a NYC based actor, Global Nike Trainer, Reiki Master, and Meditation Instructor.
We Talk About…
* Acting
* Wellness
* Fitness
* Being first generation American
* Cultural Identity
* Dance and artistic pursuits
* Immigrant experiences
* Financial struggles and career choices
* Self care
* Fibroids
* Fertility
Resources:
* Follow @taraanicolas
* Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcast
Keep In Touch:
* Visit taylorraealmonte.com [http://taylorraealmonte.com/]
* Instagram @taylorraealmonte
* TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte
* YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmonte
Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. -
Bonus Solo Episode: Understanding Abolition With Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman
In this episode, I share some background on what "abolition" means when talking about America's prison and policing system.
We Talk About…
* Prison abolition
* Mass incarceration
* Racial disparities
* The war on drugs
* The school to prison pipeline
* Privatization of prisons
* Recidivism
* The need for an intersectional approach
* Mental health in prisons
* Economic inequality
* Labor exploitation
* Shifting from punishment to rehabilitation
* Community investment to address the root causes of crime
Resources:
* Follow @taylorraealmonte
* Check out Angela Davis and Kimberlé Crenshaw
* Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcast
Keep In Touch:
* Visit taylorraealmonte.com [http://taylorraealmonte.com/]
* Instagram @taylorraealmonte
* TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte
* YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmonte
Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. -
Family Chat: Racial Dynamics As A Corporate Girly With My Cousin, Shailyn Tirado
In this episode, Thalia Romina @thethaliaromina and I talk about her feeling on the outside as a female comedian.
We Talk About…
* Corporate environment
* Microaggressions
* Diversity and inclusion
* Hair and identity
* Racism and microaggressions
* Corporate culture and authenticity
* The Crown Act
Resources:
* Follow @sugashai
* Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcast
Keep In Touch:
* Visit taylorraealmonte.com [http://taylorraealmonte.com/]
* Instagram @taylorraealmonte
* TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte
* YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmonte
Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode. -
S1 E11: Being A Black Woman In America And Abroad, DEI, Policing And Founding ACTIV-ISM With Kira West
In today's episode I talk to Kira West, @bykwest. Kira is a Brooklyn born content creator, runner and writer with a passion for making wellness more inclusive.
We Talk About…
* Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
* Wellness and Fitness Industry
* Racism and Marginalization
* Personal Growth and Self-Care
* Advocacy Work and Impact of ACTIV-ISM
* Educational Background and Experiences
* Founding of Sanity Miles
* Work-Life Balance and Societal Change
* Experiences of Racism
Resources:
* Follow @bykwest
* ACTIV-ISM E Book: https://www.activ-ism.com/get-active
* Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcast
Keep In Touch:
* Visit taylorraealmonte.com [http://taylorraealmonte.com/]
* Instagram @taylorraealmonte
* TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte
* YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmonte
This episode is supported by the University Life Social Justice Mini-Grant Program. To learn more about the Social Justice Mini-Grant Program visit: https://universitylife.columbia.edu/social-justice-mini-grant-program. -
Bonus Solo Episode: Feeling Like An Outsider With Taylor Rae Almonte-Roman
In this episode, I share a few stories about feeling like an outsider growing up and how being bullied for my hair texture impacted my entire life.
We Talk About…
* Being bullied
* Mean teachers
* My hair journey
Resources:
* Follow @taylorraealmonte
* Full episode transcription and citations: https://www.taylorraealmonte.com/on-the-outside-podcast
Keep In Touch:
* Visit taylorraealmonte.com [http://taylorraealmonte.com/]
* Instagram @taylorraealmonte
* TikTok @itstaylorraealmonte
* YouTube /@TaylorRaeAlmonte
Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.