Profound Conversations

Karim Ali
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  1. Beyond the Acronym: Labor, Leadership and the Future of DEI

    3D AGO

    Beyond the Acronym: Labor, Leadership and the Future of DEI

    Dr. Carey’s scholarship and public commentary, including her leadership podcast appearances and essays on intentional dialogue, emphasize that equity is less about optics than about infrastructure. Who is hired. Who is retained. Who is promoted. Who is protected when budgets tighten. The episode presses on a difficult truth: labor has always been a proxy for belonging. From enslavement to Reconstruction, from Jim Crow to corporate compliance training, the right to sell one’s labor—and to do so under conditions of dignity—has defined who counts as fully American. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/profoundconversations/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profoundconversations/ Technical Producer for Profound Conversations is Erika Christie. Writer & Associate Producer Wanda Belle Executive Producer Karim Ali www.ProfoundConvos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min
  2. Future of Inclusive Investing

    FEB 17

    Future of Inclusive Investing

    This episode focuses on investment strategies that have historically been underutilized in African American communities due to limited exposure, access restrictions, or lack of culturally relevant financial guidance. Broad-Based Market Investing Here, Jameel Aalim-Johnson explains, in accessible terms: How Nasdaq Composite–level knowledge can unlock investment understanding for everyday people. Why broad index funds, sector funds, and market-weighted products provide low-cost, diversified, and high-growth potential pathways Johnson emphasizes that: Many African American investors mistakenly believe investing requires market timing or stock-picking expertise. In reality, broad composite-based investment vehicles outperform most active investors over time and require minimal technical skill. These instruments serve as an entry ramp for new investors seeking stability and long-term gains. The Profound Conversations Thoughtcast Technical Producer Erika Christie Associate Producer, Wanda Belle, Moderator is Dr. Kevin Washington. Written by Karim Ali. Executive Producer is the AALIANETWORK. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  3. “Knowledge, Lineage, and Responsibility: A Browder Perspective”

    FEB 6

    “Knowledge, Lineage, and Responsibility: A Browder Perspective”

    At a moment when information is abundant but wisdom is scarce, Browder’s work challenges audiences to reconsider how they learn, who they trust, and what they do with what they know. What does it mean to pursue knowledge outside dominant institutions—and sustain that pursuit for decades? How does Kemet function not only as history, but as a philosophical and ethical system? What responsibilities come with being part of an intellectual lineage shaped by figures like John Henrik Clarke? How do we navigate truth, power, and contradiction within liberation movements without losing clarity or commitment? These and other important questions will be answered in the enlightening conversation. Follow us on: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/profoundconversations/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/profoundconversations/ The Profound Conversations is written by Karim Ali and Wanda Belle. Our moderator is Dr. Kevin Washington (Mwata Kairi Sankara) PhD. Our Thoughtcast is produced by Erika Christie www.ErikaChristie.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
  4. When Life Feels Too Heavy:

    JAN 29

    When Life Feels Too Heavy:

    In this illuminating episode of Profound Conversations, we sit down with Dana Gant, a registered nurse and intuitive healer whose practice, Radiant Healing, bridges the wisdom of medicine and the quiet intelligence of intuition. Together, we explore what happens when the weight of life feels too heavy to carry — when the mind races, the body tightens, and rest feels out of reach — and how Dana’s approach offers a gentle path back to balance. Through her signature practice, Sacred Flow, Dana introduces listeners to a simple yet powerful process: guided movement, conscious breathing, and mindful presence. Designed to calm the nervous system and quiet mental noise, Sacred Flow helps release built-up tension, restore grounding, and invite peace back into the body. Even a few minutes, Dana reminds us, can help us feel clearer, calmer, and more in control — as if giving both body and spirit permission to exhale. At the heart of Radiant Healing is Dana’s vision of becoming an effective healing partner — someone who walks alongside her clients as they rediscover their innate capacity to self-heal. Her work integrates: Medical Intuitive Insight to uncover root causes of physical and emotional discomfortEnergy Alignment & Balancing to restore natural flow and vitalityTrauma Release Modalities that gently free the body of stored stressSacred Flow Practices that empower sustainable self-careListeners will leave this conversation with renewed faith in their body’s wisdom, and a sense of hope that healing can feel both spiritual and practical — a radiant return to oneself. Connect with Dana Gant: 🌐 www.RadiantHenalingbyDana.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 min
  5. The future of inclusive investing

    JAN 9

    The future of inclusive investing

    The conversation on wealth creation and financial stability in marginalized communities was reframed for a new generation. The dialogue brought financial heavyweight Dyer, whose remarkable journey has taken him from creative arts to global banking and pioneering ethical finance rooted in Islamic principles. Profound Conversation is a listening & dialogue space which brings the foremost thought leaders into a conversation to grapple with the vexing challenges of our times! In an ever evolving world new ideas and transformative ways of being are the lights at the end of the tunnel. Profound Conversations uses intercultural dialogue, extensive community and organizational engagement to initiate valuable cultural, educational, economic, and policy outcomes. To find out more about our show, our mission, and our conversationalists, please go to: https://www.profoundconvos.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
  6. Guardians of the Narrative: The Fate and Future of Black-Owned Media

    12/23/2025

    Guardians of the Narrative: The Fate and Future of Black-Owned Media

    In this episode of Profound Conversations, we enter a dialogue with the stewards of two of the nation’s most enduring African American–owned media institutions—The Washington Informer and The Muslim Journal. Through their histories, struggles, and triumphs, we explore the deeper question: What does it take to sustain authentic Black storytelling in an era where truth itself is contested? Black-owned media outlets have long answered a call larger than journalism. They have stood as protectors of cultural memory, advocates for justice, and interpreters of complex social and political realities affecting Black communities. Yet these institutions operate under unique and often unforgiving pressures: financial precarity, shifting readership habits, political scrutiny, and the constant demand to serve as both chroniclers and defenders of their communities. This conversation brings together leading voices who can speak to the particular ethos, editorial courage, and community-centered missions that distinguish African American–owned outlets from mainstream media—and from one another. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min
  7. Equitable Health by Design

    12/09/2025

    Equitable Health by Design

    Equality Health Foundation Launches the Zip Code Exam Project to Drive Awareness of Health Disparities and Increase Life Expectancy in Underserved Communities Equality Health Foundation is proud to launch the Zip Code Exam—a groundbreaking initiative to bring awareness to health disparities and inequities and improve overall well-being in underserved communities plagued by chronic health conditions, diminished quality of life, and decreased life expectancy. Where you live can potentially have a bigger impact on life expectancy than factors like genetics. From food security, community walkability, job availability, education, housing costs, and access to healthcare—environmental factors determined by geography play a significant role in overall health outcomes and well-being. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min
  8. From Vision to Divine Provision

    11/28/2025

    From Vision to Divine Provision

    In this transformative episode of Profound Conversations, we explore a groundbreaking approach to personal development that bridges the gap between Islamic faith and modern goal achievement. Author Fatimah Linda Howard shares how Muslims can pursue their dreams without compromising their beliefs, introducing the revolutionary concept of "Islamic manifestation" - where blessings come not from the universe, but from Allah, the Most Generous. This conversation challenges the either/or mentality that forces Muslims to choose between worldly success and spiritual devotion, revealing how our deepest ambitions can become acts of worship when approached with the right intention and framework. We'll explore why wanting more - whether in career, wealth, or personal growth - isn't "unspiritual" but rather an opportunity to demonstrate trust in Allah's abundance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
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  • Creator
    Karim Ali
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Karim Ali
  • Show Website
    Profound Conversations