We Need Each Other
We Need Each Other
Francesca James
The outer world is continuously vying for your attention, luring you under its control. It can cause you to lose sight of your value, your importance, and your purpose. At times you need others to remember and remind you. These reminders often come from the most unexpected places. To recognize them requires your open heart and mind. Connection, feeling seen and understood, loved, and needed are imperative in order to experience wholeness. Through this podcast, it is my pleasure to facilitate unconditional love for one, perhaps misunderstood, human being to another. Beginning with love for the self you can then become a wellspring for the world. The world needs you.
THE MAGIC OF DIANNE REEVES
If you know anything about Dianne Reeves, if you’ve heard her sing, the power in her voice, you’re aware that there’s something extraordinary happening there. Her voice touches the soul. Her presence is felt the moment she walks into a room.I was curious to understand the origin of her depth. I wanted to understand what she's leaned on, her superpower, that has allowed her to shine so brightly through this racist society and come out unscathed. We had a fun time speaking of what I refer to as her magic. Tune in and enjoy my conversation with the amazing Dianne Reeves. You might just hear something that moves you into a deeper relationship with yourself.
Aug 13, 2021
53 min
BLACK LAW STUDENT ASSOCIATION OF LOYOLA  LAW SCHOOL
The Black Law Student Association of Loyola Law School created a list of demands to combat the effects of systemic racism poisoning our legal system and their campus climate.BLSA of Loyola Law School called upon the administration to stand in solidarity with the Black community, uphold the values it proclaims proudly within its mission statement, and exemplify these objectives through tangible and financial future actions.
Jul 19, 2021
55 min
TRANSCENDING THE INFLUENCE OF MASS MEDIA ON PERCEPTIONS OF BLACK PEOPLE
Dr. Shani Byard is a social justice advocate and professor. Listen as she guides on how to stop buying into the stereotypes perpetuated by the media,
Jun 29, 2021
52 min
KAVON WARD BRINGS JUSTICE TO BRUCE'S BEACH
started her advocacy around Bruce's Beach on Juneteenth, 2020 when she and other co-founders of a group in the South Bay put together a picnic at Bruce's Beach to shed light on black history in Manhattan Beach. Hear what Kavon believes justice for the Bruce family means and what reparations for black people look like as it pertains to America making amends for stealing black land.
Jun 21, 2021
39 min
LIARS, TYRANTS, AND PRAYERS
Rev. Jason Mitchell is a staff minister of Agape International Spiritual Center. Rev. Jason's insight helps to make sense of a world that frequently feels that it makes no sense at all. This is an episode that you might just want to listen to over and over.
May 31, 2021
51 min
BLACKNESS AND THE WORKPLACE
Jessica Pharm is a free-thinking HR professional with a background in employee relations, recruitment, training, and employment law and policies. She believes in advocating for and assisting Black professionals as they struggle to navigate the complicated and stressful world that is corporate America. Jessica's mission is to empower Black professionals by providing resources, guidance, and support within a safe place to speak truth to power about the uniqueness of our shared experiences and identities.
May 17, 2021
50 min
Happy Mother's Day:  Me and my Gulls
This has to be my favorite episode ever! This week I shared the mic with my 2 daughters. We took the chance to laugh and reminisce. Tune in and join the fun!
May 9, 2021
56 min
A Bridge of Understanding
My guests, Heather Rebecca Wilson and Porter Lori have at least one thing in common. They are both bi-racial. Many have never considered what it is like to maneuver through society not necessarily being fully accepted by your ethnicities because you are "different". Have you considered the role White Supremacy plays?Both Heather and Porter offer a bridge to a greater understanding of the human spirit and the need for connection and unconditional love.
Apr 26, 2021
1 hr 5 min
VILLAGE MENTORING FOR YOUNG MEN OF COLOR
Wes Hall is currently contracted with the Los Angeles Unified School District, where he Co-Created the Young Men of Color Initiative that services the entire district. Wes has conducted one of the nation's most in-depth independent studies measuring the attitudes and behaviors of young men of color pertaining to education and its impact on their future financial well-being.
Apr 12, 2021
49 min
I AM NOT MY HAIR
Carla New surprised herself by the incredible response she received after updating her profile picture on LinkedIn showing her natural hair. It took a lot of courage to get there. Her post has inspired many; 334,650 views, 1474 comments, 15,644 reactions, and counting.
Apr 5, 2021
45 min
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