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Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and Community
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…
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Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityFrom Carnival Owner to Accessibility Advocate: Maxwell Ivey’s (aka The Blind Blogger’s) Journey
Known as The Blind Blogger, Maxwell Ivey is a serial online entrepreneur with almost 2 decades experience educating people about the need for and benefits of…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityMaya Lilly on Storytelling as a Catalyst for Climate Action
Maya Lilly is a producer, speaker, and climate storyteller leading The Years Project, the Emmy-winning media nonprofit redefining how the world understands…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityBen Zingos on Radical Theater, Living Wages, and Choosing People Over Profit
Ben Zingos (he/him) is a multidisciplinary theatre artist who studied at San Francisco State University where he earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s in Theatre…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityJustice in Practice: Leadership, Belonging, and Accountability with Melanie Buford
Melanie Buford, Ph.D. (she/her) is a Harvard-trained author, consultant, and organizational social scientist. She is committed to making theory useful for…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityClifford Brown on Trust, Fragile Democracies, and the True Cost of Dismantling Foreign Aid
Clifford Brown graduated with honors from Whitman in Economics in 1972, having started in late 1967 but also having taken one year off between his sophomore…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityFaith as a Public Good: Confronting Islamophobia with Rev. Dr. Michael Woolf
Rev. Dr. Michael Woolf is the Senior Minister of Lake Street Church of Evanston and Co-Associate Regional Minister for the American Baptist Churches of Metro…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityJessie Fahay: How Theater Becomes a Catalyst for Justice and Action
Empowering artists to create theatre that sparks social change—one performance, one audience, one ripple effect at a time. For 16 years, Jessie Fahay has been…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunitySteven Cong on Music, Vulnerability, and Trusting the Journey — Part II
Steven Cong is a queer Chinese American emcee and a West Coast native. He found a love for rap as someone who was an "outsider" in every way during his teenage…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityOrchestrated Connecting: Building Trust & Belonging with David Homan
David Homan is the founder and CEO of Orchestrated Connecting, a global community of connectors; Orchestrated Opportunities, an impact-focused advisory firm…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityOutrage, Algorithms, and Our Brains — A Conversation with David Beckemeyer
David Beckemeyer is a retired tech executive and founding CTO of EarthLink who now hosts the Outrage Overload podcast. He blends tech insight, social science…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityThe Stories We Carry: Immigration, Loss, and Resilience with Shivani Malik
Shivani Malik was born and raised in India. She immigrated to the US to pursue her PhD and completed her training at Stanford University and University of…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityBillionaireism, Healing and the Cost of Disconnection with Diana Colleen
Diana Colleen is a Canadian, Seattle-based psychedelic facilitator and writer whose work blends consciousness, healing, and social change. After profound…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityWoven Together: Disability, Storytelling, and Community with Jenna Udenberg
Jenna Udenberg is a lifelong resident from the Northshore of Minnesota and is a former music educator of 19 years. She has used a manual wheelchair since the…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityWhat It Means to Keep Going: Roz Thomas on Resilience and Justice
Roz Thomas (they/them) is a gender-queer, non-binary, bisexual Black activist and disability advocate whose work is grounded in lived experience, deep…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityArt as Resistance: Julian Raven on Truth, Power, and Integrity
Julian Raven is an artist, activist, and relentless truth-teller whose life has been defined—again and again—by a willingness to confront power head-on. From…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityRefusing Decline: Mark Burnett on Parkinson’s, Self-Advocacy, and Fighting Broken Systems
Mark Burnett is an entrepreneur and health innovator who turned a diagnosis of Parkinson’s and early Alzheimer’s into a mission of action. After uncovering…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityFinding Truth Through Song: A Conversation with Esther Young
Esther has always been fascinated with parables and cultural folklore. Raised in the East Bay but proud to call San Jose home, she is a story seeker and writer…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityFrom STEM Access to Health Equity with Dr. Eugene Manley Jr.
Dr. Eugene Manley Jr. is a biomedical engineer, cancer scientist, nonprofit founder, and health equity advocate working at the intersection of science…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityRethinking Dyslexia: Neuroscience, Equity, and How We Learn with Russell Van Brocklen
Russell Van Brocklen is a dyslexia researcher and creator of The Writing Method, a neuroscience-based approach that helps struggling students become confident…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityThe Courage to Listen: Art, Dialogue, and Bridging Divides with David Deighton
David Deighton is the creator of Triptych Dialogue an art experiment in bridging societal divides with in person communication with strangers. David uses art…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityHome, Loss, and Belonging: An Immigrant Story with Deepika Kukreja
Deepika Kukreja is a poet, storyteller, and substitute teacher who brings deep compassion and reflection to everything she does. Born and raised in India she…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityMoving at the Speed of Trust: Centering Community with Mathias Lemos Castillo
Mathias Lemos Castillo is a seasoned consultant with extensive experience in diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. As a strategic advisor, he has…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityBeyond the Music: Hip Hop, Media Narratives, and Social Change with Manny Faces
Manny Faces is an award-winning journalist, TEDx speaker, and cultural strategist who helps organizations remix how they innovate, educate, and uplift by…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityPaying It Forward: Trevor Welch on Purpose, Community, and the Power of Small Acts
“The mystery of human existence lies not in just staying alive, but in finding something to live for.” – Fyodor Dostoyevsky Guided by this belief, Trevor Welch…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityJoshua Colangelo-Bryan on Why Justice Begins With Seeing People as Human
Joshua Colangelo-Bryan is Special Counsel at Human Rights First, where he spearheads impact litigation and advocacy efforts to uphold democratic principles and…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityMollie Crittenden on Solidarity, Compassion, and Liberation
Mollie Crittenden is a certified transformational life coach, educator, and seasoned facilitator of racial justice work with white people, bringing over 25…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityInvisible Bruises: Heather Rovet on Emotional Abuse and Systemic Failure
Heather Rovet is a Toronto-based real estate professional, author-in-progress, and public advocate known for her resilience and her commitment to empowering…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityRewriting the Hero’s Journey: Peter Gunn on Storytelling, Power, and Female Representation
Peter Gunn is a U.S. Air Force veteran, avid bodybuilder, coffee connoisseur, lead guitarist for the international band The Angellics, and a poet dedicated to…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityFrom Pinksocks to a Global Movement: Nicholas Adkins on Spreading Kindness
Nicholas Adkins is just a guy in a kilt who rides a pink furry bike and whose dog is a real live teddy bear. Grateful to have shared the pinksocks story at…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityJasrah Bay: A Life Shaped by the Civil Rights Movement
Jasrah Bay is a lifelong community voice shaped by her experiences growing up in Los Angeles during the Civil Rights Movement. From witnessing the Watts…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityBeyond the Barriers: Hollis Peirce on Disability, Justice, and Thriving
Hollis Peirce, a dedicated advocate and insightful commentator on disability issues, lives with congenital muscular dystrophy. Through personal experiences…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityBeyond Gender: Bobbi Barrington on Humanity, Healing, and Radical Self-Truth
Bobbi Barrington is a speaker, storyteller, and transformational coach who rebuilt her entire life in her 60s. After 26 years in the wrong marriage, 40 years…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityTurning Trauma Into Purpose: Steven Eichenblatt on Breaking Cycles and Fighting for Justice
Steven Scott Eichenblatt is a graduate of Florida State University and the University of Florida College of Law. A practicing attorney with Page and…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunitySupporting Black Men: Healing, Humanity, and the Work Ahead with Martin Henson
Martin Henson is the founder and executive director of BMEN, a nonprofit focused on building real support systems for Black men—mentally, emotionally, and…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityBreaking the Narrative: Generational Empowerment with Ashley Magana
Ashley Magana is a full-time mama, dedicated entrepreneur, and creative powerhouse who believes in building a beautiful life from the inside out—and on paper!…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityBeyond the Headlines: Sara Alessandrini on Truth, Media, and Real Stories
Sara Alessandrini is an Italian filmmaker and social commentator based in Los Angeles, and the creator of the docuseries "This Is What New Yorkers Say". The…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityEvan Jaqua on Power, Division, and the Fight for Democracy
Evan Jaqua is a successful International Business Development specialist, with an immense range of personal and work experiences in multiple countries. Fluent…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityHow to Stand Out in a Crowded Job Market with Al Kushner
Al Kushner is an award-winning author, LinkedIn Growth Strategist, and sought-after keynote speaker. With 30+ years of professional experience, Al specializes…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityRooted in the Bay: Christina Kezar on Building Connection Through Food, Sports, and Service
Christina Kezar is passionate about serving her community and creating meaningful connections across the Bay Area. She works as a Clerk for the City of…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityJim Marshall on Understanding Human Behavior Through Septemics
Jim Marshall is a polymathic intellectual who has devoted over 50,000 hours to the study and practice of multiple dimensions of human development. He received…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityA Safe Place to Grow: Amy and Fiona Acosta’s Girl Scout Journey
In this episode we are joined by Amy Acosta and her daughter, Fiona. Amy is a dedicated troop leader with the Girl Scouts, where she empowers young girls to…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityChoosing Optimism: Brian Luis on Growth, Service, and Community
Recruiter. Program Manager. Financial Coach. Facilitator. Site Director. While Brian Luis has worn many job titles in his 15+ years in the Bay Area nonprofit…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityReymundo Armendariz: Building Justice, Healing Trauma, and Empowering Community
Reymundo Juan Armendariz is a longtime activist and organizer in the Chicano/Mexicano/Latinx community and co-founder of Community Agency for Resources…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityKristina Robertson: Finding Healing and Identity Through Poetry
Kristina Robertson is a confessional spoken word performer, writer, and producer in Santa Clara, California. She has competed in 2 national poetry slam…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityAdvocacy in Action: Alexander Sing on Disability, Identity, and Representation
Alexander Sing is a Chinese cisgender little man in Oakland, California, with chronic health conditions and multiple disabilities. He enjoys communicating with…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityHealing, Allyship, and the Power of Showing Up – Sam Castle Part II
Sam Castle is a certified Trauma-Informed Coach and the founder of Be You Do You Coaching, where his mantra is: “You don’t need permission to be who you are.”…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunitySeeing Themselves: Janae Washington on the Power of Representation in Children’s Books
As the founder of Rocki Reed LLC, Janae has dedicated her career to creating children's books that celebrate diversity, teach STEM concepts, and empower young…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityFrom Hurt to Healing: Kathleen Rice on Transforming Ourselves and Our Systems
With 20 years of experience in higher education, community engagement, and the U.S. federal government, Kathleen established a consulting practice in 2004, now…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityShifting Hearts and Minds: Layel Camargo on Cultural Strategy for a Just Future
Layel Camargo (they/them) is a trans and gender non-conforming Yaqui and Mayo cultural strategist, born in the unceded ancestral lands of the Kumeyaay, and…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityMore Than a Camera: Elizabeth Tril on Storytelling as a Voice for Justice
Elizabeth Tril is the founder of Oakland Soul Media and a storyteller at heart. With her camera always close by, she’s passionate about capturing the real…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityBeyond the Game: Tacosha Bolanos on Service, Leadership, and Love
Tacosha Bolanos is proof that community is built one conversation, one act of service, and sometimes one Little League game at a time. A proud mother of three…
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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…
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Finding Truth Beyond Doctrine: Eden Lima’s Journey of Identity and Resilience
Eden Lima is a passionate seeker of truth, equity, and self-empowerment whose journey into social justice began as a teen navigating the chaotic, often hostile…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityFrom $900 to Dream Architect: Lanetta Marshall on Rebuilding a Life of Purpose
As a Dream Architect, Lanetta helps purpose-driven people not just dream about a better life, but actually build and live it. With her heart-centered coaching…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunitySam Castle on Transition, Resilience, and Building a Life Without Limits
Sam Castle is a certified Trauma-Informed Coach and the founder of Be You Do You Coaching, where his mantra is: “You don’t need permission to be who you are.”…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunitySteven Cong on Music, Identity, and Belonging
Steven Cong is a queer Chinese American emcee and a West Coast native. He found a love for rap as someone who was an "outsider" in every way during his teenage…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityRedefining Empowerment with Sneha Gandhi White
Sneha Gandhi White is a passionate Empowerment Coach dedicated to helping women reconnect with their inner strength, voice, and purpose. With a deep belief in…
Voices That Propel Us: Stories of Justice, Action, and CommunityMonique Pham-Louie on Building Equity, One Voice at a Time
Monique Pham-Louie is a social innovation strategist and proud AmeriCorps alum committed to designing systems that reflect the strengths, voices, and dignity…