Sticky Note Conversations

Erika Washington
Sticky Note Conversations

To keep my thoughts in order and my to-do lists remotely manageable I create arrays of sticky notes on my desk and wall. New idea? Stick note! Someone I want to meet with? Sticky Note! Need to remember to pay a parking ticket? Write it on a sticky note. Over the course of the last year, I have wanted to create a podcast that allowed me to dive deep into conversations with interesting people.. I wanted to have real conversations that were more than sound bites or regurgitated talking points about fluffy topics. My hope is that each episode feels like old friends catching up. Revealing great information but also humanity, struggle, victory, joy, grief, and possibly, a flicker of transcendence. I hope you will enjoy these as much as I do creating them. Join me here every Saturday as I pull a new sticky note off my desk.

  1. Kwame Simmons Sr. - "A Different World"

    APR 19

    Kwame Simmons Sr. - "A Different World"

    In this week's episode of Sticky Note Conversations, host Erika Washington sits down with Kwame Simmons Sr., founder and lead facilitator of The Simmons Advantage. Kwame shares his journey from educator to consultant, focusing on organizational change, leadership development, and workforce development, especially for people with disabilities. Tune in as they discuss the impact of Brown vs. Board of Education, the importance of authentic representation in education, and the unique challenges and successes of turning around urban schools. Together, they explore the potential implications of federal funding cuts and the necessity for innovative thinking in the education system. Don't miss this insightful conversation on the future of education and community empowerment.Thanks for listening to Sticky Note Conversations with Erika Washington. Hosted and executively produced by Erika Washington.  With editing by Black Gypsy LLC and Simone Endress.  Music and mixing by Black Gypsy LLC.  Special thanks to KUNV 91. 5 in Las Vegas.  This show is powered by Make It Work Nevada, a project of Tide's Advocacy. The Simmons Advantagehttps://www.simmonsadvantage.com/ Theme song "Way Below Acceptable" by Grov "G.T." Tigue IV feat. Inohs Sivad is available on all of your favorite streaming platforms.https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/grovgttigueiv/quincyphones--the-collaba-nation-notes-from-2020 (00:00) - Introduction to Sticky Note Conversations (00:54) - Meet Kwame Simmons Sr. (04:08) - Kwame's Journey into Education (14:10) - Early Teaching Experiences (19:35) - Transition to Administration (23:12) - Impact of Representation in Education (24:33) - Innovative Educational Programs (32:21) - Challenges and Reflections (37:41) - Current Political Climate and Education (39:46) - Challenging the Education System (41:24) - Historical Context of Educational Inequality (42:17) - Impact of Brown vs. Board of Education (43:31) - Federal Funding and School Performance (44:44) - Mismanagement of Esser Funds (46:37) - The Role of Government in Education (47:56) - Innovative Approaches to Education (01:02:02) - Challenges in Public vs. Private Education (01:09:47) - The Future of State-Controlled Education (01:15:04) - The Simmons Advantage: Transforming Schools (01:19:58) - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    1h 22m
  2. A'shanti Gholar - "A Brown Girls Politicking Chat"

    APR 12

    A'shanti Gholar - "A Brown Girls Politicking Chat"

    (00:00) - Introduction to Sticky Note Conversations (00:46) - Meet A'shanti Gholar: A Vegas Original (03:19) - The Importance of Self-Care in Politics (06:19) - A'shanti's Childhood and Political Awakening (09:19) - Journey to the DNC and Coalition Building (28:42) - Challenges and Triumphs of Women in Politics (32:17) - Emerge: Empowering Women to Lead (37:18) - Women Stepping Up: Emerge Rising (38:24) - Challenges Women Face in Politics (40:51) - Emerge's Role in Supporting Women (44:23) - Fundraising and Financial Hurdles (47:17) - Impact of Women in Office (51:20) - Current Political Climate and Activism (57:03) - Defining and Preserving Democracy (01:08:33) - The American Dream and Final Thoughts Creators & Guests Erika Washington - Producer Wil Black - Composer Simone Endress - Editor Join Erika Washington on this week's episode of Sticky Note Conversations as she sits down with A'shanti Gholar, President of Emerge, the largest network of women elected officials and candidates in the U.S. A'shanti shares insights from her journey in politics, her role in empowering women to run for office, and the importance of self-care in activism. They discuss the challenges faced by women in politics, the impact of current policies on democracy, and emerging trends in media and political engagement. Tune in for an inspiring and informative conversation on navigating the political landscape and fostering democracy.Catch A'shanti's podcast "The Brown Girls Guide To Politics"   https://link.chtbl.com/C_12l7Ov?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAac3y0YFdsWjc3J7YQDI6bQQclJumVTgnqhmfJzZoEXwkNR4Ac8neIa-EI7Rdg_aem_N7A04xqSNgN74rqwQlrK_w Thanks for listening to Sticky Note Conversations with Erika Washington. Hosted and executively produced by Erika Washington.  With editing by Black Gypsy LLC and Simone Endress.  Music and mixing by Black Gypsy LLC.  Special thanks to KUNV 91. 5 in Las Vegas.  This show is powered by Make It Work Nevada, a project of Tide's Advocacy. Theme song "Way Below Acceptable" by Grov "G.T." Tigue IV feat. Inohs Sivad is available on all of your favorite streaming platforms.https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/grovgttigueiv/quincyphones--the-collaba-nation-notes-from-2020

    1h 13m

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About

To keep my thoughts in order and my to-do lists remotely manageable I create arrays of sticky notes on my desk and wall. New idea? Stick note! Someone I want to meet with? Sticky Note! Need to remember to pay a parking ticket? Write it on a sticky note. Over the course of the last year, I have wanted to create a podcast that allowed me to dive deep into conversations with interesting people.. I wanted to have real conversations that were more than sound bites or regurgitated talking points about fluffy topics. My hope is that each episode feels like old friends catching up. Revealing great information but also humanity, struggle, victory, joy, grief, and possibly, a flicker of transcendence. I hope you will enjoy these as much as I do creating them. Join me here every Saturday as I pull a new sticky note off my desk.

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