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Host Elianne Ramos discusses the polarizing topic of gun violence with Jonathan Lowy, president and founder of Global Action on Gun Violence. The discussion centers on the impact of the gun violence epidemic both domestically and abroad, its devastating toll on families and communities, and the novel approach his organization is taking to hopefully put an end to this issue once and for all. They also discuss the need for real solutions from politicians and how crucial it is fo...

Want to learn about the innovative ways organizations are tackling the global water crisis? Look no further. In this insightful interview, Richard Vanderburg, Chief of Programs at Wine to Water, shares the organization's mission to bring clean water to communities around the world. You'll learn about their unique approach, which involves tailored solutions that take into account the specific needs and challenges of each community. The discussion also highlights how access to...

In this special episode of "One-on-One with Elianne," host Elianne Ramos interviews the legendary civil rights icon, Dolores Huerta. Huerta earned her spot in U. S. history books for co-founding the United Farm Workers and for coining the slogan "Sí, se puede," which was later adopted by President Obama during his presidential campaign. Throughout her seven decades of activism, Huerta has worked on labor, immigration, women's issues, and more – work that she continues to this day through...

From her humble beginnings as a Cuban refugee to a meteoric career in the worlds of public service and philanthropy, Marta Tellado, Author of Buyer Aware and CEO of Consumer Reports, has learned her share of what she calls "lessons in courage." In this insightful interview, Marta shares some of those lessons as she dives into her new book, Buyer Aware. Among the book's powerful themes are consumer rights, a safe and equitable marketplace, and how we can take back our power both in today'...

We've all heard the saying "it is better to give than to receive," and for many of us, there is a certain truth in that sentiment. Giving — whether in the form of time, energy, or money — can be one of the most fulfilling activities we take part in, bringing a profound joy that few things can rival.As a long-time advocate, Jeni Putalavage-Ross has experienced this feeling first-hand. As the SVP of Operations for RoundUp, an app that helps you donate your spare change to a favorite charity, sh...

Filmmaker Brandon Smith joins host Elianne in a discussion about deconstructing anti-blackness, transmuting Millenial angst into art, and why it’s important for young people of color to document their experience with oppression. He also discusses his latest documentary film, St. Louis Untold. Brandon Supports:Action St. Louis, a coalition focusing on direct action against systemic racism and state violence. Check out Brandon's work on his website.Follow this podcast on all platforms @1o...