Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community

Danise Sugita
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Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community is where justice meets action and community voices rise. In each episode, we spotlight changemakers, disruptors, and everyday heroes working at the frontlines of equity and liberation. Through powerful storytelling and candid conversations, we explore what it means to build a more just world—together. This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a call to listen deeply, learn boldly, and move in solidarity. The music for this podcast was provided by Steven Cong and the artwork was provided by Kimberly Li.

  1. Austin Holmes on Storytelling, Authenticity, and the Responsibility to Share Your Story

    7h ago

    Austin Holmes on Storytelling, Authenticity, and the Responsibility to Share Your Story

    Signal Raptor is a tech-enabled "done-with-you" PR platform built to empower small businesses, solopreneurs, and startups with affordable, tactical media exposure. Through subscription-based services, the company provides weekly media pitching, article creation, press release distribution, influencer outreach, training calls, and a self-service dashboard—all without the high retainers of traditional PR firms. At the helm is Austin Holmes, a Navy Special Operations veteran turned entrepreneur and public relations strategist.  Austin’s military background instilled in him the values of precision, discipline, and mission-driven teamwork—qualities he now applies to the world of communications. With years of experience in brand strategy and media outreach, Austin founded Signal Raptor to democratize PR, making it accessible to the underdogs who need it most. As the face of the company, he not only leads its innovation but also serves as its chief advocate, showing how storytelling, authenticity, and smart media strategy can transform businesses. You may view more here: https://canva.link/ud1z8gaf9898k3k Want to be a guest on Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community? Send Danise Sugita a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1763751693205864f9876416e

    49 min
  2. Christian Komor on Climate Justice, Courage, and Collective Action

    2d ago

    Christian Komor on Climate Justice, Courage, and Collective Action

    Raised in the back-to-nature movement of the 1970s, Dr. Christian Komor has spent his life exploring the intersection of human behavior and planetary health. A longtime climate advocate, author, psychologist, and 2026 candidate for Governor of Colorado, his work centers on confronting the climate crisis through bold systems change and large-scale carbon removal. Dr. Komor brings an unconventional leadership background shaped by operational and clinical leadership, institutional reform, crisis response, and public education. He managed a multidisciplinary practice, worked for five years in one of the nation’s oldest maximum-security prisons, served as an officer in Search and Rescue and Civil Air Patrol, and has taught professionals in more than 100 cities. A nationally recognized voice on climate intervention, Dr. Komor has advised White House Executive Office staff on carbon removal policy, developed the Interstate SkyCarbon Blueprint to coordinate Direct Atmospheric Carbon Removal across U.S. states, and leads the U.S. Climate Deadline Alliance focused on accelerating climate solutions at scale. He has also pursued constitutional litigation related to the climate emergency. Dr. Komor is the author of 26 books, including Climate Deadline 2035, Direct Atmospheric Carbon Removal, Carbon Negative Shot, and The Emperor’s New Clothes and the Climate Clock. Across his work, he argues that effective leadership is measured not by political longevity, but by courage, vision, and a commitment to serving people. In this episode of Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community, we explore climate urgency, accountability, people-powered governance, and what bold action looks like in this moment. Christian shares how his experiences—from prison reform to climate policy to his gubernatorial run—have shaped his understanding of justice, stewardship, and collective responsibility. This conversation invites us to consider what it means to respond to crisis not with resignation, but with imagination and action. Connect with Dr. Komor: www.k4gov.com Want to be a guest on Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community? Send Danise Sugita a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1763751693205864f9876416e

    45 min
  3. Steven Cong & Rising Sun: How Green House Calls Support Communities and Youth

    6d ago

    Steven Cong & Rising Sun: How Green House Calls Support Communities and Youth

    Steven Cong is a nonprofit professional with 10+ years of experience in youth-, leadership-, and workforce-development. He currently serves as the Senior Program Manager for Rising Sun Center for Opportunity's Climate Careers Bay Area, which creates impact at the nexus of climate resilience and economic equity. Want to be a guest on Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community? Send Danise Sugita a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1763751693205864f9876416e

    34 min
  4. Daniel Hodges: Rethinking Accessibility, Inclusion, and Impact

    May 28

    Daniel Hodges: Rethinking Accessibility, Inclusion, and Impact

    Daniel Hodges, JD, MHA, is the President and Cofounder of Peaces of Me Foundation, which is a nonprofit that works to erase the stigma surrounding disabilities of all kinds. Daniel and his cousin started Peaces of Me Foundation while he was a student at the University of Baltimore School of Law. After graduating with his Juras Doctorate, Daniel went on to earn his Master's of Healthcare administration from Western Governors University. Born with multiple disabilities, including blindness, Daniel is well acquainted with the feeling of being counted out. At one point, Daniel was told that he would never achieve meaningful employment beyond caning chairs due to his perceived limitations. Through his community education efforts and the professional training he provides, Daniel opens the doors of opportunity for others by meeting people where they are and calling them into the conversation regarding accessibility. In doing so, he has found a powerful way to turn pain into purpose and trauma into fuel. You can learn more about Daniel and his work in the following websites: You can learn more about Daniel and his work in the following websites: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/peacesofmefoundation?igshid=MTNiYzNiMzkwZA==  Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/PeacesOfMeFoundation?mibextid=vk8aRt  Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/8qBcFK55wuRLJkYL/?mibextid=A7sQZp  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/peaces-of-me-foundation/  X: https://x.com/PeacesofMeFdn?t=5aDeXvRGoJrwITeUyAr1SQ&s=09  Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@peacesofmefoundation247 Want to be a guest on Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community? Send Danise Sugita a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1763751693205864f9876416e

    50 min
  5. Natalie Holder: Understanding Workplace Culture, Equity, and Employee Power

    May 26

    Natalie Holder: Understanding Workplace Culture, Equity, and Employee Power

    Natalie Holder is an employment lawyer and senior leaders seek her advice when implementing inclusive culture initiatives that build strong businesses. Having led global human resources compliance for Starwood Hotels and Resorts and serving as the Chief Diversity Officer for Stanford University’s SLAC and the United States Capitol Police, she conducts workplace investigations, develops compliance trainings, and designs seminars and workshops that focus on leadership and self-development skills. She has provided court ordered training and expertise in high-stakes discrimination and harassment cases involving Fox News, the New York City Fire Department and many others. Want to be a guest on Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community? Send Danise Sugita a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1763751693205864f9876416e

    45 min
  6. LaKisha Mosley: Sustaining Justice Work Without Losing Yourself

    May 21

    LaKisha Mosley: Sustaining Justice Work Without Losing Yourself

    LaKisha Mosley is a mental wellness led leadership strategist and the founder of Soft Simple CEO, a philosophy and operating system centered on clarity before complexity, regulation before strategy, and calm execution as a core leadership skill. Want to be a guest on Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community? Send Danise Sugita a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1763751693205864f9876416e

    49 min
  7. Tara Connaghan: What Irish Music Teaches Us About Respect, Belonging, and Community

    May 19

    Tara Connaghan: What Irish Music Teaches Us About Respect, Belonging, and Community

    Tara Connaghan is a professional Irish fiddle player, podcaster, author, educator, tour guide and arts manager in Ireland, specialising in a topic most people avoid - the unspoken etiquette in Irish traditional music sessions. She helps musicians, especially newcomers, visitors and adult learners, understand the subtle dynamics of Irish music sessions so they can join in with confidence, respect, and musical sensitivity, avoiding awkward missteps and ultimately enjoy better, more welcoming music experiences. Want to be a guest on Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community? Send Danise Sugita a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1763751693205864f9876416e

    51 min
  8. Deborah Felin-Magaldi: Building Compassionate Communities Through Animal Rescue

    May 14

    Deborah Felin-Magaldi: Building Compassionate Communities Through Animal Rescue

    In her current capacity as CFO and founder of Transit Marketing Group Inc., Deborah's experience in business dates from 1983. Her industry experience includes public relations, marketing and organizational management. She oversees the company’s financial planning, sets pricing for the company's major product line, handles direct account orders and is adviser to the sales and marketing team. Her animal rescue and care experience began in 2004, as a foster for a southern California shelter. She has since fostered for several shelters and private rescue organizations, prior to co-founding Helen Sanders CatPAWS in early 2010. Her responsibilities at CatPAWS include fostering, working directly with shelters and developing programs to reduce euthanasia, community outreach, administering the spay/neuter program, fundraising, donor relations and special projects. Want to be a guest on Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community? Send Danise Sugita a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1763751693205864f9876416e

    47 min
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Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community is where justice meets action and community voices rise. In each episode, we spotlight changemakers, disruptors, and everyday heroes working at the frontlines of equity and liberation. Through powerful storytelling and candid conversations, we explore what it means to build a more just world—together. This isn’t just a podcast; it’s a call to listen deeply, learn boldly, and move in solidarity. The music for this podcast was provided by Steven Cong and the artwork was provided by Kimberly Li.

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