Today, we have the honor of hosting a powerhouse of advocacy and resilience, Keri Gray. Keri is a ceaseless champion for change. As a cancer survivor, entrepreneur, and CEO of the Keri Gray Consulting Group, she designs professional spaces ripe for understanding through the lens of disability and racial justice education.Together, we will explore Keri’s journey of empowerment, her mission to dismantle disparities, and her zeal for fostering communities that dare to engage in transformative discussions.

We’re diving deep into the intersections of personal healing and social justice with the esteemed Dr. Monika L. Son. Dr. Son, a seasoned expert with over two decades in education, shares her insights on the importance of embodying our power through contemplative practices and why embracing all facets of our identities is crucial in our work for change.

In today's episode, our host, Beth Berila, sits down with Joel Davis Brown. Beth and Joel explore resilience, healing, and personal growth, highlighting the intersection of queer identity, activism, and leadership. Join us as they delve into the transformative power of embracing authenticity and redefining leadership.

In this episode, our host Beth Berila is joined by the insightful and inspiring guests Mona Khan and Peter Godard. Together, they dive into the importance of creating spaces where individuals can bring their whole selves without the pressure to conform, sharing stories of personal transformation and professional co-creation.

In this episode, Lewis Raven Wallace dives deep into their experiences as a journalist and highlights the value of going out in the world, talking to people, and reporting firsthand, rather than relying solely on online sources. We discuss the frustration within journalism regarding a lack of a unified theory on why journalists do what they do and how information impacts people. During our chat. Lewis challenge the notion that simply knowing something is enough to change minds or inspire action.

To celebrate the release of the 2nd edition of my book, "Integrating Mindfulness Into Anti-Oppression Pedagogy," I invited Dr. Mays Imad to the podcast to dive deep into the power of mindfulness in the classroom.Together, we delve into the challenges of being political in STEM fields, the intersection of mindfulness and social justice, and the importance of trauma-sensitive approaches in higher education. Join us for an insightful discussion on resilience, resistance, and the transformative potential of mindfulness in academia.

In this episode we delve into a captivating conversation with Keith Edwards, exploring the intricacies of leadership as a process and hope as a practice. Together, we discuss the importance of addressing systemic issues, the balance between individual and societal change, and the power of claiming our own stories as a form of leadership.

In today's episode, I engage in a thought-provoking conversation with our special guest, Mushim Patricia Ikeda. Mushim is an internationally renowned secular mindfulness and Buddhist teacher who primarily works with justice activists and meditation practitioners who are black, indigenous, and people of color. Mushim's work focuses on spiritual leadership in community and sustainability. Join us as we explore the importance of relationships and open-mindedness, the challenges of holding multiple truths, and the crucial role of personal growth and reflection in combating oppressive behaviors. Get ready for an inspiring and enlightening conversation with Mushim Patricia Ikeda.

In this episode, we have the privilege of speaking with Srilatha Batliwala, a feminist activist, scholar, and trainer based in Bangalore. With over two decades of experience in grassroots movement building with marginalized women in India, Srilatha brings a wealth of knowledge and insights to our conversation. She challenges the traditional patriarchal model of leadership and proposes a different approach that centers around shared visions of social justice and equality.

The incredible Kerri Kelly joins us for an in-depth conversation on somatics, embodied transformation, and the importance of deep reckoning and personal growth.

In this episode, Judith LeBlanc, the Executive Director of Native Organizers Alliance, joins us to discuss strategies and tactics for deep transformation.