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Sophie Beren /// Just Say hello /// E033

Sophie Beren is the Founder and Executive Director of TableTalk Global. TableTalk Global envisions a world in which college and high school students and community members alike can naturally create an inclusive, vibrant campus community, through increased connection and conversation, outside of the classroom. Sophie believes that the TableTalk curriculum can transform the education space by increasing face-to-face conversations and leadership opportunities that allow every student to feel valued, heard, and understood.

 

In this conversation we explore Sophie's background as a Jewish student in a predominately Christian community and how that developed her framework of connecting with others.  She gives some amazing conversation tips and insights into how electronic communication is breaking down our abilities to connect with each other.

 

“Practice what we want the world to look like”

Sophie Beren

 

Topics we cover:

• Growing up an Outsider

• Conversation Tips

• Ice Breakers

• Using "I" Statements

 

Mike Carlito /// Undercover Hispanic /// E032

 

Today we are joined by Mike Carlito. Mike is a self-described Undercover Mexican. Born of Cuban and Mexican descent yet white presenting, he has had an interesting experience growing up.

Mike is a local musician in Los Angeles and a man who studies philosophy in his own time.  He is insightful and brings a unique perspective to current events based on his life experience.

"See what's the bigger picture" ~Mike C.

Topics we cover:

• Simi Valley and Ventura County
• MLK's push for economic mobility
• Oxnard
• The Barrio
• Definition of Snowflake
• Niche - Resentment (with extra letter)
• John Rohls

 

References:

• Band: The Sword
• Jeff Thompson - LaCore track
• The Whiskey in L.A.

 

Credits:

Editor: Anthony Michetti

 

Music – ccmixter.org

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Cut n Bass Loop by Spuukz (c) copyright 2007 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/Spuukz/8704

 

Jeff Henderson /// Politics and Life /// E031

In Episode 31 we bring in Jeff .  We have known Jeff a long time.  Jeff grew up in Alabama and spent a lot of his early adult life traveling and gaining new experiences.  He now works as a supplier for the DoD and has developed a passion for politics.

Michael Carrillo /// Listen to your Fellow Man /// E030

This episode is heavy and contains graphic descriptions of abuses against Children.  Our guest, Mike Carrillo, is an attorney who tries civil cases against institutions that have allowed sexual abuses against Children. 

Rakhi Voria /// Be Yourself and Believe In Yourself /// E029

Rakhi Voria joins us today!  She is Chief of Staff to Microsoft CVP of Inside Sales, Co-Chair of Women@Microsoft and part of the Forbes Business Development Council.  Passionate about advancing Millennials and women in business.

Kwame Bowen /// Courage, Commitment, Consistency /// E028

As we conclude September, Suicide Prevention month, and we follow to our amazing conversation with the founder of a non-profit dedicated to preventing teen Suicide, this week we welcome Kwame.  A man who had personal struggles with suicide and found h...

Brittany Chung /// You Have Meaning /// E027

"There is a reason why you are here.  Even if you don't see it now, you have meaning and there is a purpose in your life..."   Brittany Chung This conversation could not be more timely as September is National Suicide Prevention Month.

David Totten /// The Audacity Of What’s Possible /// E026

The Audacity of what's possible.  Today we go on a ride with our man David.  David is one-quarter native American and lives in Seattle.  He's a family man and successful executive at a large tech company.  You'll quickly notice that he's very aware of ...

Alanna Airitam /// There Is Fear Or There Is Love /// E025

There is fear or there is love...a poignant thought left with us when we met Alanna Airitam.  Alanna is a fine art portrait photographer best known for The Golden Age, a series of portraits shot with classic Rembrandt style lighting.

Phil Hay /// Writing, RPGs, Baseball, and Sitting With Discomfort /// E024

It is our pleasure to introduce Phil Hay and we do indeed cover writing, RPGs, baseball, and sitting with discomfort. - Phil is a screenwriter, producer, little league coach, and a pretty funny dude.  In this conversation,