Agriculture is Life Podcast

Agriculture is Life
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Welcome to the Agriculture is Life™ Podcast 💚 Arneisha Smallwood is the Host of the Agriculture is Life Podcast and the Founder of Agriculture is Life™, a t-shirt brand dedicated to highlighting women of color in food, agriculture and related fields. Through this podcast series, she aims to amplify the voices of women of color in agricultural and related spaces by creating a safe space that encourages women of color to tell their stories, their way. JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY OF AGVOCATES 📲 IG: @Agricultureislife_ FB: Agriculture is Life, LLC Email: Contact.agricultureislife@gmail.com

  1. 12/31/2021

    Stepping Outside of Your Comfort Zone with Dr. Radiah Minor

    In this episode, we had the honor of speaking with Dr. Radiah Minor. Dr. Minor is an Associate Professor within the Animal Science Department at North Carolina A&T State University. She is also an Immunologist with training/experience in cell and molecular biology and uses in vitro and in vivo models to investigate mammalian immune regulation. You will learn about how Dr. Minor became interested in immunology, why students should step out of their comfort zone and build a network of mentors, current research projects on how gut microbes influence Health and immunity and much more. Societies for Immunology and Microbiology American Association of Immunologists (AAI) Society for Leukocyte Biology (SBI) American Society for Microbiology (ASM) American Association of Veterinary Immunologists (AAVI) Internship and Additional Opportunities/Resources  National Health Institute - SUMMER INTERNSHIP PROGRAM IN BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH (SIP) National Health Institute - List of Summer Programs  University of Alabama Immunology Program Journal of Immunology  Contact Dr. Radiah Minor Email: rcminor@ncat.edu Twitter: @DrRCMinor JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY OF AGVOCATES ON SOCIAL MEDIA  📲 Instagram: Agricultureislife_ Facebook: Agriculture is Life, LLC  PURCHASE AGRICULTURE IS LIFE T-SHIRTS 🛒 Website: www.agricultureislife.co INTERESTED IN BEING A GUEST ON THE PODCAST, EMAIL US 📧 Email: Contact.agricultureislife@gmail.com Subscribe to the Agriculture is Life Podcast and don't forget to leave us an review and/or rating! Thanks in Advance 💚 *This episode was recorded in August 2021 prior to the outbreak of the Omicron Variant.*

  2. 12/10/2021

    The Urban Forest Project with Randiesia Fletcher and Herman Harris Jr.

    In this episode, Arneisha sat down with Mrs. Randiesia Fletcher and Mr. Herman Harris Jr for a discussion about The Urban Forest Project. The Urban Forest Project by HFE is a Housing Community with a focus on equity planning--building a culture of Sustainability that encompasses a Sustainable and Socially-Just planet. We discussed the mission behind The Urban Forest Project, Financial challenges POC face when starting a business and MUCH MORE. Follow Harris Fletcher Enterprises on Social Media 📲 Instagram: urbanforestbyhf Website: https://www.harrisfletcher.com/urbanforestproject Living 2 Portraits website: https://www.harrisfletcher.com/living2portraits JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY OF AGVOCATES ON SOCIAL MEDIA  📲 Instagram: Agricultureislife_ Facebook: Agriculture is Life, LLC  PURCHASE AGRICULTURE IS LIFE T-SHIRTS 🛒 Website: www.agricultureislife.co INTERESTED IN BEING A GUEST ON THE PODCAST, EMAIL US 📧 Email: Contact.agricultureislife@gmail.com

    The Urban Forest Project with Randiesia Fletcher and Herman Harris Jr.

  3. 10/14/2021

    Fresh on DeK Mobile Farmer's Market with Jamillah Gilmore and Jamille Hawkins

    In this episode, Arneisha sat down with Jamillah Gilmore and Jamille Hawkins to talk about the Fresh on Dek Mobile Farmer's Market in DeKalb County, GA. Fresh on DeK, is a 16-week long market that was created to educate residents living in communities designated as “food deserts” on the importance of healthy living and fresh, in-season produce.  Follow Fresh on DeK on Social Media 📲 Facebook: FreshonDeK Instagram: FreshonDeK Twitter: DeKalbMobile Website: https://extension.uga.edu/county-offices/dekalb/fresh-on-dek.html JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY OF AGVOCATES ON SOCIAL MEDIA  📲 Instagram: Agricultureislife_ Facebook: Agriculture is Life, LLC  PURCHASE AGRICULTURE IS LIFE T-SHIRTS 🛒 Website: www.agricultureislife.co INTERESTED IN BEING A GUEST ON THE PODCAST, EMAIL US 📧 Email: Contact.agricultureislife@gmail.com

  4. 09/16/2021

    Pay It Forward with Dr. Chastity Warren English

    Welcome to Season 2 of the Agriculture is Life Podcast 💚 On this week's episode, you'll meet Dr. Chastity Warren English. Dr. English is a Professor and Program Coordinator for Agriscience Education at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. She holds more than 19 years of experience in agricultural and distance education and the author of 18 scientific publications that focus on diversity, employability skills, and leadership development in regard to agricultural education. Dr. English is the mentor and professor that every student needs when matriculating through their college experience and it was an absolute pleasure to highlight her in celebration of National Teach Ag Day.  In this episode, you'll learn:    The influence Dr. English's parents and high school agriculture teacher had in her decision to pursue a career in Agricultural Education    Agricultural Education degree programs offered at North Carolina Agriultural and Technical State University     How to establish a personal network and advice for first-year educators JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY OF AGVOCATES ON SOCIAL MEDIA  📲 Instagram: Agricultureislife_ Facebook: Agriculture is Life, LLC  PURCHASE AGRICULTURE IS LIFE T-SHIRTS 🛒 Website: www.agricultureislife.co INTERESTED IN BEING A GUEST ON THE PODCAST, EMAIL US 📧 Email: Contact.agricultureislife@gmail.com Subscribe to the Agriculture is Life Podcast and don't forget to leave us an review and/or rating! Thanks in Advance 💚

  5. 10/28/2020

    Farmworker Rights and Student Involvement with Maria Lopez Gonzalez

    Maria Lopez Gonzalez is a proud Immigrant and Mexican woman who currently serves as the Program Coordinator for Student Action for Farmworkers (SAF). SAF is a non-profit organization that is committed to improving conditions for farmworkers and building connections between students and farmworkers. Ms. Lopez participated in SAF's Into the Fields Internship Program and now she has the pleasure of managing that particular program.  In this episode, you will learn:  - The purpose behind Student Action with Farmworkers (SAF)  - Maria's experience as a participant in SAF's "Into the Fields" Internship and how to apply to for  2021 internship opportunities through SAF  - A Brief History of Farmworker and Immigrant Rights Maria's Contact Information: maria@saf-unite.org SAF Website: https://saf-unite.org SAF Instagram: @Studentactionwithfarmworkers SAF Blog: http://saf-unite.tumblr.com 2021 Into the Fields Internship Application: https://saf-unite.org/content/fields-internship Make sure to follow us on social media: Instagram: @agricultureislife_ Facebook: Agriculture is Life, LLC Shop Agriculture is Life T-Shirts: https://bit.ly/394Rpoh

    Farmworker Rights and Student Involvement with Maria Lopez Gonzalez

  6. 05/18/2020

    MANRRS, Motherhood and Educating the Future Leaders of Agriculture

    This week's guest is Ms. Briana Holness. Briana was raised in Enfield, North Carolina. She graduated from Southeast Halifax High School which is where her foundation for agriculture began. Briana’s high school agriculture teacher has instilled so much knowledge in her about the agriculture industry. She completed her undergraduate studies at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in Greensboro, North Carolina where she received a Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Education (Professional Service) in 2017. She has always had a passion for educating youth in the field of agriculture. Following graduation, she decided to pursue her goal of higher education at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University in the Department of Agribusiness, Applied Economics, and Agriscience Education. While attending NC A&T SU, she was appointed the National MANRRS Region II Graduate Vice-President. This position allowed her to see, firsthand, diversity and inclusion in the field of agriculture.  Briana has published her Master thesis entitled “An Assessment of the Impact of MANRRS Involvement Upon the Leadership Development Competence of Chapter, Regional, and National Officers”. She soon after graduated with her master’s degree from North Carolina A&T State University in Agricultural Education (Secondary Education) in May 2019. In November 2018, Briana started working at the high school she graduated from in the area of agriculture which fueled her passion. She enjoys educating the youth of the community she grew up in about agriculture. Students are needed to be exposed to agriculture every day, so they know how to address the crucial needs of the economy. Briana has a son named Braylen who is motivating her day by day to be a great mom, leader and educator. It is a pleasure to educate students in a rural area about leadership, career and personal enhancement within the field of agriculture education. In this episode, you will learn about:  - Briana's passion for educating students in an rural area about agriculture education  - How to balance being a full-time educator and mother  - The important role that MANRRS (Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences) plays in the lives of students seeking careers in agriculture and related sciences Learn more about MANRRS (Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences) :  Website: https://www.manrrs.org Research Apprenticeship Program at NC A&T SU: https://www.ncat.edu/caes/agricultural-research/rap-program.php *Please note that this program has been canceled this year due to COVID-19* Make sure to follow us on social media: Instagram: @agricultureislife_ Facebook: Agriculture is Life, LLC Shop Agriculture is Life T-Shirts: https://bit.ly/394Rpoh *This podcast was recorded earlier this year prior to the COVID-19 Pandemic.

    MANRRS, Motherhood and Educating the Future Leaders of Agriculture

  7. 05/06/2020

    Entrepreneurship and Studying Abroad in A Developing Country w/ Rhondine Petrof

    This week's guest is Mrs. Rhondine Petrof, the founder and CEO of Toucan Education Programs of Belize (TEP). Mrs. Rhondine Petrof founded TEP in 2010 after working more than six years in higher education and education abroad programming. Toucan Education Programs (TEP) is a Belizean mission driven study abroad organization that is most passionate about making impactful contributions to the growth and development of students, educators, and the communities where they work. In this episode, you will learn about: - Mrs. Rhondine's passion for education abroad and how TEP has become a premier provider for education abroad programs in Belize - The different types of programs that TEP offers students who are interested in studying abroad  - How to identify and implement operating systems into a business and/or organization  Toucan Education Programs are now accepting applications for spring and summer 2021 Programs, apply here https://bit.ly/3dmPPjg Follow TEP on Social Media: FB: Study Abroad in Belize IG: tepstudyabroad_belize Website: https://www.studyinbelize.com Check out the Toucan Education Programs Podcast Series: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-toucan-abroad-podcast/id1476732658 Make sure to follow us on social media:  Instagram: @agricultureislife_  Facebook: Agriculture is Life, LLC  Shop Agriculture is Life T-Shirts: https://bit.ly/394Rpoh

    Entrepreneurship and Studying Abroad in A Developing Country w/ Rhondine Petrof

  8. 04/20/2020

    The Challenges Black Women Face in Agriculture and Related Disciplines W/ Dr. Torrie Cropps

    Dr. Torrie A. Cropps is a Postdoctoral Researcher in Agricultural Sciences, Education, and Communication at Purdue University. She is the second black woman to receive her doctorate in Agricultural Sciences Education and Communications from Purdue University. Torrie received her Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Economics and her Master of Science in Agricultural Education from THE illustrious North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University. Torrie has four years of professional experience in education. She also has eight years of experience working with various summer enrichment programs. Torrie’s research interests include critical qualitative research focused on the mentoring, socialization, and imposter syndrome experienced by Black women in agricultural and life science disciplines. In this episode we talk about: Torrie's research on the experiences and challenges that Black Women face in Agriculture and her passion for working with students of color  How to overcome Imposter Syndrome and Angry Black Women Stereotypes Different ways to create a sense of community and safe space for black women  Follow Dr. Cropps on Social Media: IG: Dr_tcroppa Twitter: ScholarCropps Join the Black Womxn and Non-Binary Folx in Agriculture and Natural Resources Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/596616287549930/about/  Make sure to follow us on social media: Instagram: @agricultureislife_ Facebook: Agriculture is Life, LLC Shop Agriculture is Life T-Shirts: https://bit.ly/394Rpoh

    The Challenges Black Women Face in Agriculture and Related Disciplines W/ Dr. Torrie Cropps
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Welcome to the Agriculture is Life™ Podcast 💚 Arneisha Smallwood is the Host of the Agriculture is Life Podcast and the Founder of Agriculture is Life™, a t-shirt brand dedicated to highlighting women of color in food, agriculture and related fields. Through this podcast series, she aims to amplify the voices of women of color in agricultural and related spaces by creating a safe space that encourages women of color to tell their stories, their way. JOIN OUR GROWING COMMUNITY OF AGVOCATES 📲 IG: @Agricultureislife_ FB: Agriculture is Life, LLC Email: Contact.agricultureislife@gmail.com

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  • Creator
    Agriculture is Life
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    14
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    Clean
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    © Agriculture is Life
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