Everything's Not Black & White

Brian and Lala
Everything's Not Black & White

This show is about presenting different perspectives and points of view on topics trending in our communities and families today and understanding the experiences/backstories behind those perspectives. Most people come to a feeling or belief about something, based on past experiences or first-hand knowledge. This affirming and validating information-sharing makes it ever so important for others to respectfully ask curious questions and share opposing feelings/beliefs in a way that does not cause offense or creates further divisive harm to our human relationships.

  1. Healing Beyond the Diagnosis

    20 DÉC.

    Healing Beyond the Diagnosis

    Join us as Shanise Pearce, a Triple Negative Breast Cancer survivor, public speaker, and health equity advocate, shares her extraordinary journey of resilience and purpose. From confronting her mortality to discovering the power of community support and self-care, Shanise’s story is both deeply personal and universally inspiring. In this heartfelt conversation, she discusses overcoming the emotional toll of cancer, advocating for healthcare equity, and finding strength in vulnerability. Her c...

    31 min
  2. You Are Enough

    2 DÉC.

    You Are Enough

    On this episode of Everything's Not Black & White, we sit down with Hady Mendez, a NY-based Amazon best-selling author, Latina speaker, and ERG coach. Hady, the founder and CEO of Boldly Speaking LLC, shares how her personal journey has shaped her mission to empower underrepresented employees to self-advocate, self-promote, and ascend into leadership roles. From her creative passion for street art photography to her transformative work with incarcerated women, Hady offers heartfelt storie...

    36 min
  3. Surrogacy: A Labor of Love

    4 NOV.

    Surrogacy: A Labor of Love

    In this powerful episode, we meet Elisabeth, a surrogate who gave life to two children for a special couple and chose to stay closely involved in their lives. Her journey is one of courage, compassion, and redefining family, as she navigates co-parenting across two households with unwavering love and empathy. Elisabeth’s story challenges traditional ideas of family, offering a fresh perspective on connection and selfless commitment. Join us for an inspiring conversation about the boundless wa...

    33 min
  4. Road Between Two Hearts

    10 OCT.

    Road Between Two Hearts

    In this episode, we sit down with an extraordinary guest, Dr. Leslie Powell Ahmadi, who shares her captivating journey from pursuing a Ph.D. in foreign language and culture education at The Ohio State University to unexpectedly falling in love with an Iranian doctoral student in agronomy. As a Black American Christian, she never imagined marrying Mahmoud, a Muslim man, and moving to Iran. Yet, she did and her four years living there were filled with experiences that transformed her life—disco...

    29 min
  5. Transcendent

    1 MAI

    Transcendent

    Join us in this heartfelt episode as we sit down with Autumn and Jade (she/her) to dive deep into Jade's transgender journey. With Autumn's unwavering love and support, Jade navigated the complexities of transition, finding strength and courage along the way.Together, they share candid insights into the challenges faced by transgender individuals, especially in today's turbulent political climate. From personal experiences to broader societal perspectives, this conversation sheds light on the...

    44 min
  6. An Intersectional Lens

    11/12/2023

    An Intersectional Lens

    In this podcast episode, we explore Ashley Brooks' inspiring journey and her groundbreaking book. Ashley's work sheds light on how community-driven civic environments impact personal development and well-being. Ashley's thesis takes us on a qualitative research adventure, using co-design and service design to create inclusive spaces. What makes Ashley's work unique is her dedication to centering the voices and needs of Black and Indigenous Women of Color (BIWOC) in public spaces. Through inte...

    28 min
  7. Chasing Dreams Not Lions

    27/11/2023

    Chasing Dreams Not Lions

    In this episode of our podcast, we have the privilege of hosting Lizzie Bronte, a remarkable individual who hails from Cameroon and embarked on a life-changing journey to the United States due to political turmoil in her home country. Lizzie shares her heartfelt experiences of adapting to a new culture while cherishing her deep love for Cameroon. She also courageously opens up about her personal struggles with domestic abuse, shedding light on the importance of organizations like Just Like Yo...

    30 min
  8. Live Your Vision

    17/11/2023

    Live Your Vision

    In this captivating podcast episode, we're joined by Lori Lutz, a distinguished expert in unlocking human potential for high performance, both in personal and professional spheres. Lori's profound insights center on the idea that every individual possesses a unique source of power within them. Join us as we delve into Lori's wisdom and discover how, by collectively connecting the innate power within us all, we can shine equally bright and achieve remarkable success in our diverse journeys of ...

    32 min
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À propos

This show is about presenting different perspectives and points of view on topics trending in our communities and families today and understanding the experiences/backstories behind those perspectives. Most people come to a feeling or belief about something, based on past experiences or first-hand knowledge. This affirming and validating information-sharing makes it ever so important for others to respectfully ask curious questions and share opposing feelings/beliefs in a way that does not cause offense or creates further divisive harm to our human relationships.

Informations

  • Création
    Brian and Lala
  • Années d’activité
    2020 - 2024
  • Épisodes
    47
  • Classification
    Tous publics
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Everything's Not Black & White
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