Don't Complain, Activate

Leslie E. Redmond
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The idea behind Don't Complain, Activate is that you don't have to be President Obama or Beyonce to activate your community. You could be a mom, dad, teacher, artist, activist, lawyer, and the list goes on. Dr. Betty Shabazz once said "find the good and praise it." That is precisely what DCA seeks to do. Each episode, Leslie E. Redmond interviews a dynamic group activators.

  1. Women and Sports ft. Bianca Dawkins

    24.08.2025

    Women and Sports ft. Bianca Dawkins

    This conversation centers connection, support, and women showing up for one another—across industries, across titles, and across generations. When women build together, we create space for impact, growth, and giving back that lasts far beyond the moment. Because none of this work is meant to be done alone. #Sisterhood #WomenSupportingWomen #CollectivePower #LeadershipInCommunity #EquityInAction #PodcastConversations

    29 мин.
  2. Some of Your Best Steps May Be Backwards ft. Malik Rucker

    24.08.2025

    Some of Your Best Steps May Be Backwards ft. Malik Rucker

    This week, host Leslie E. Redmond sits down with Malik Rucker — former University of Iowa Hawkeye turned Executive Director V3 Center - Sports, Health & Wellness. Malik’s story is one of transformation: from grinding it out on the field to building programs that empower youth, strengthen families, and prioritize holistic wellness. In this conversation, Leslie and Malik dig into what it means to turn passion into purpose, the role of sports as a training ground for life, and how leadership rooted in health and resilience can change the game for entire communities. Tune in for an episode full of wisdom, energy, and inspiration — because true victory is measured in impact, not stats. #MalikRucker #KMOJ #B3Sports #LeslieERedmond #UniversityOfIowa #FromAthleteToLeader #CommunityWellness #RevolutionaryThroughWellness #VoicesOfChange #PodcastConversations

    31 мин.
  3. The Youngest in the Game ft. Nathan Sheferaw

    24.08.2025

    The Youngest in the Game ft. Nathan Sheferaw

    Host, Leslie E. Redmond, sits down with Nathan Sheferaw, the visionary owner of Shifty Premium Cuts and Minnesota’s youngest barbershop owner. Nathan’s journey into entrepreneurship shows how drive, discipline, and community vision can turn a dream into a thriving business. Together, Leslie and Nathan dive into the role of barbershops as cultural anchors, the challenges of starting young, and the legacy Nathan is already building through his craft and leadership. Tune into this powerful conversation about entrepreneurship, culture, and what it means to cut your way into history. #NathanSheferaw #ShiftyPremiumCuts #LeslieERedmond #YoungEntrepreneur #BarbershopCulture #CommunityLeadership #RevolutionaryThroughBusiness #MinnesotaBusiness #PodcastConversations

    30 мин.
  4. Wisdom and Liberation ft. Elder Atum

    24.08.2025

    Wisdom and Liberation ft. Elder Atum

    Host, Leslie E. Redmond, sits down with Elder Atum, Founder of Cultural Wellness Center, a spiritual teacher, community leader, and keeper of ancestral wisdom. Elder Atum has spent decades guiding people toward healing, liberation, and a deeper understanding of cultural and spiritual identity. In this episode, Leslie and Elder Atum reflect on the importance of elders in our movements, the power of intergenerational knowledge, and the sacred responsibility of passing wisdom forward. Tune into this moving conversation about spirituality, resilience, and the journey toward collective freedom. #ElderAtum #LeslieERedmond #AncestralWisdom #SpiritualLeadership #CommunityHealing #VoicesOfChange #IntergenerationalPower #RevolutionaryThroughWisdom #PodcastConversations

    32 мин.
  5. Stitching Change ft. Keiona Cook

    24.08.2025

    Stitching Change ft. Keiona Cook

    Host, Leslie E. Redmond, has an inspiring conversation with Keiona Cook, the visionary Founder of the Lovely Sewing & Arts Collective. Through her work, Keiona has created a space where art, sewing, and creativity become powerful tools for healing, empowerment, and community building. Leslie and Keiona dive into the power of creative expression, the impact of arts-based activism, and how something as simple as a needle and thread can weave together stories of resilience and change. Tune into this vibrant episode about artistry, leadership, and the beauty of turning passion into purpose. #LovelySewingAndArtsCollective #KeionaCook #LeslieERedmond #ArtsAndActivism #CreativeLeadership #CommunityHealing #RevolutionaryThroughArt #PodcastConversations #EmpowermentThroughCreativity

    30 мин.
  6. Building Equitable and Resilient Communities ft. Acooa Ellis

    24.08.2025

    Building Equitable and Resilient Communities ft. Acooa Ellis

    Host, Leslie E. Redmond, sits down with Acooa Ellis, the Executive Director of Partnership for Equitable and Resilient Communities. Ellis has dedicated his career to advancing justice, creating stronger community infrastructures, and ensuring that equity isn’t just a buzzword but a lived reality. Together, Leslie and Ellis unpack the importance of resilience, the fight for equity, and how partnerships can create lasting change. Tune into this impactful conversation about community power, transformative leadership, and the path to an equitable future. #PartnershipForEquitableAndResilientCommunities #LeslieERedmond #CommunityLeadership #ResilientCommunities #EquityInAction #RevolutionaryThroughLeadership #PodcastConversations

    30 мин.
  7. Be Their Voices: Advocacy, Justice, and Legacy ft. Delshea Perry

    24.08.2025

    Be Their Voices: Advocacy, Justice, and Legacy ft. Delshea Perry

    Host, Leslie E. Redmond, has a powerful and heartfelt conversation with Ms. Perry, Founder and President of Be Their Voices, a Minnesota nonprofit created in the wake of Hardel Sherrell’s tragic death in 2014. For a decade, the organization championed the rights of the incarcerated and pushed for systemic reform within correctional institutions. As Be Their Voices prepares to close its doors on December 15, 2024, Perry reflects on the movement’s legacy, the fight for justice, and the work still left to be done. Tune into this important conversation about advocacy, accountability, and building a legacy that ensures no voice is forgotten. #BeTheirVoices #HardelSherrell #LeslieERedmond #Perry #JusticeForAll #VoicesOfChange #RevolutionaryThroughAdvocacy #IncarceratedLivesMatter #LegacyBuilding #PodcastConversations

    30 мин.
  8. Leading the Next Generation ft. Khalique Rodgers

    24.08.2025

    Leading the Next Generation ft. Khalique Rodgers

    Host Leslie E. Redmond sits down with powerhouse youth leader Khalique Rodgers, whose voice and vision have been shaping the future of Minnesota. From building young leaders to standing on the frontlines of change, Khalique brings truth, inspiration, and a blueprint for the next generation. 🎧 Tune in for a conversation full of wisdom, courage, and hope — because the future belongs to those bold enough to lead it. #YouthLeadership #KhaliqueRodgers #LeslieERedmond #RevolutionaryThroughLeadership #VoicesOfChange #NextGenerationLeaders #PodcastConversations #CommunityBuilders

    30 мин.
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The idea behind Don't Complain, Activate is that you don't have to be President Obama or Beyonce to activate your community. You could be a mom, dad, teacher, artist, activist, lawyer, and the list goes on. Dr. Betty Shabazz once said "find the good and praise it." That is precisely what DCA seeks to do. Each episode, Leslie E. Redmond interviews a dynamic group activators.

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  • Автор
    Leslie E. Redmond
  • Годы выхода
    2024 - 2025
  • Выпуски
    14
  • Ограничения
    Без ненормативной лексики
  • Авторские права
    © Leslie E. Redmond
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