Best Deidre Brown Podcasts (2024)

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Collections by Michelle Brown-Blog Radio wsg Author, Activist C. Imani Williams 1:00:00

4M ago1:00:00

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C. Imani Williams will always be a Detroiter even though she currently resides in Las Vegas. She returns as a guest to talk about her latest book "Seven Years in A Vegas" a follow-up to her book "Rootwork: Triumph Over Trauma" and building safe spaces in Las Vegas' arts community. This queer Black Womanist is a certified creative artist and holisit…

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Collections by Michelle Brown-Blog Radio wsg Tracee McDaniel 1:06:00

5M ago1:06:00

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Tracee McDaniel is the Founder and Executive Director of Juxtaposed Center for Transformation Inc - an anchoring organization for Trans housing Atlanta Program.. Her talents extend beyond her advocacy for the Transgender community. She is currently working for safe, affordable housing not just for members of the Transgender community but any one in…

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Collections by Michelle Brown wsg Author Marques Coley 1:02:00

5M ago1:02:00

1:02:00

Marques Coley was born in Carlsbad, CA but Michigan has been home most of his life. The oldest of four children, he always knew he was different but just didn't know how. His journey to self-discovery began at a young age and has been journaling since he was fourteen. Inspired by his 8th grade teacher, he learned different styles of writing and inc…

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Collections y Michelle Brown-Blog Radio wsg Karen Kendra Holmes 1:11:00

6M ago1:11:00

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Karen Kendra Holmes has been showing up and making a difference in her community not just as a member of the transgender community but most of her life. Being of service to others is just what she does! When not speaking publicly, Karen continues working with local police departments helping to bring dignity and respect to police interactions with …

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Mike Brown: CEO of Talion 37:03

9M ago37:03

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Mike Brown, CEO of the MSSP Talion, joins Marc in the latest episode of CyberCEOs Decoded. Mike shares his unconventional and winding story about buying an MSSP on the eve of the COVID-19 pandemic – and how he runs the thriving EMEA-based company from Texas today. Mike has been around more than a couple of blocks and has lots to share such as: His …

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Collections by Michelle Brown-Blog Radio wsg Jay Kaplan 58:00

9M ago58:00

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Jay Kaplan has been the staff attorney for the ACLU of Michigan's LGBTQ+ Project since its founding in 2001. He has worked on cases including challenging undercover sting operations targeting gay men, fighting Michigan's constitutional amendment prohibiting same-sex marriage in 2004, defending the validity of second parent adoptions in Michigan and…

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Spilling the Tea on Collections by Michelle Brown - Blog Radio 40:00

9M ago40:00

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It's been a tough couple of years. COVID, some health issues and life caused us to take a break, go on hiatus, stop the conversations. But Collections by Michelle Brown - Blog Radio is back and ready to bring you the stories of individuals living between the lines, standing boldly in the crosshairs of their intersectionality and creating change, Wh…

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Brian White: Managing Director of Piper Sandler 48:04

11M ago48:04

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This episode's guest is Brian White, managing director of Piper Sandler. During the discussion, Marc dives into Brian's experience with Homeland Security, cybersecurity, and eventual shift into banking, mergers, and acquisitions. Together, they pull back the curtain on how deals get done, Piper Sandler's role in facilitating those deals, and what C…

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Rashmy Chatterjee: CEO of Istari 41:18

12M ago41:18

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In this episode of Cyber CEOS Decoded, Marc catches up with Rashmy Chatterjee, CEO of Istari. In the interview, Rashmy provides an overview of Istari's mission and how they work with clients to understand and address their organization's specific cyber risk profiles. Marc and Rashmy also reminisce about their shared time at IBM, including highlight…

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Collections by Michelle Brown-Blog Radio wsg Wyatt O'Brian Evans 1:05:00

12M ago1:05:00

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Wyatt O'Brian Evans is a Journalist. Author. Radio Personality. Intimate Partner Violence & Abuse (IPV/A) Subject Matter Expert (SME), Advocate and Speaker. Voice-over (V/O) Instructor and Talent is currently celebrating the release of his latest novel “Shattered!” The latest installment in the Nothing Can Tear Us Apart series. Wyatt is the quintes…

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Deidre Diamond: CEO of CyberSN 36:28

1y ago36:28

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In this episode, Marc interviews Deidre Diamond, the CEO and founder of CyberSN, a talent matching services company, and the founder of Secure Diversity, a not-for-profit organization that specializes in addressing the cybersecurity diversity gap. They cover Deidre's path to becoming a founder and CEO, from her days as a manicurist to her time in t…

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Peter Bauer: CEO of Mimecast 45:11

1y ago45:11

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In this episode, Marc catches up with Mimecast CEO and co-founder Peter Bauer. They cover Peter's CEO journey, including what it was like growing up in South Africa, why he opted out of attending university, highlights from Mimecast's 20-year history, and what Peter learned from taking the company public — and then private again. You'll also learn:…

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Collections by Michelle Brown-Blog Radio wsg Calvin Taylor/Pride in the Pews 59:00

1y ago59:00

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Pride in the Pews is reimagining what inclusion looks like in Black churches. Launched in 2020 by Pastor Don Abram, Pride in the Pews collects and shares stories of LGBTQ+ people in the Black Church and includes a group of eight historically Black religious denominations and other Christian groups that primarily minister to African Americans. Like …

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Collections by Michelle Brown Blog Radio wsg Lupus Warrior Johnetta Smith 1:03:00

1y ago1:03:00

1:03:00

May is Lupus Awareness Month!! Across the planet, people are putting on purple to spread the word about the autoimmune disease. Lupus affects women, especially women of color, most often between the ages of 15 to 44 years old. Symptoms of lupus include extreme fatigue, hair loss, the mylar rash (also called the butterfly rash across the face), join…

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Collections by Michelle Brown-Blog Radio wsg Deidre McCalla 1:08:00

1+ y ago1:08:00

1:08:00

Deidre McCalla is a singer-songwriter-guitarist. This African American mother, lesbian, feminist has been performing for close to 50 years and been in the forefront of the growing number of Black musicians reconfiguring perceptions of how Black folk do folk. McCalla came of age in the fiery blaze of NYC’s folk heyday. Her first album was released w…

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Collections by Michelle Brown-Blog Radio wsg M Renae M. Taylor 1:03:00

1+ y ago1:03:00

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Renae Taylor is an African American, disabled, nonbinary trans organizer. Born in Tupelo MS her current home base is in Memphis, TN where they are Assistant Program Manager at We Care TN. She uses they and she as pronouns. Renae has been advocating since 2000 traveling around the world on behalf of transgender rights, needs and visibility. They are…

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Collections by Michelle Brown-Blog Radio wsg Walter Naegle 1:10:00

1+ y ago1:10:00

1:10:00

Walter Naegle, the surviving partner of the late American Civil Rights leader and the executive director of the Bayard Rustin Fund joins us to talk about the LGBTQ, civil rights and human rights icon. On March 17th we celebrate the birth of LGBTIQ icon, activist Bayard Rustin. Rustin, who died in 1987 at age 75, was an African American leader in so…

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Cyber CEOs Decoded: The best moments of Season 1 12:20

1+ y ago12:20

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In this final episode of Cyber CEOs Decoded's first season, Devo's CEO and host Marc van Zadelhoff revisits the best moments from his guests this season. Sit back and listen for some pearls of wisdom that Marc gathered in his conversations with his collection of stellar guests. Hear from: Brendan Hannigan: Sonrai Security CEO Patrick Morley: Former…

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Collections by Michelle Brown- Blog Radio wsg Tom Logan CEO of EBANMAN 1:08:00

1+ y ago1:08:00

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On Saturday February 25th Rethink the Narrative The Esteem Awards presented Artists in the Afternoon – Beyond Publishing. One of the panelist from that event was Tom Logan. Tom Logan is the CEO of Ebanman. EBANMAN showcases the professional lifestyle of mature Black gay/queer men within Business, Travel, Arts & Entertainment, and Community Voice It…

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Collections by Michelle Brown-Blog Radio: Artists in the Afternoon II - 1:01:00

1+ y ago1:01:00

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On Saturday February 25th Rethink the Narrative and The Esteem Awards present Artists in the Afternoon – Beyond Publishing.On this broadcast are the phenomenal gentlemen behind this event Author and Publisher, Dr. Derrick Tennial, and the producer/founder of the Esteem Awards, Phil Esteem. This afternoon event highlights written and spoken word, mu…

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Amanda Renteria: CEO of Code for America 25:54

1+ y ago25:54

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In this episode, Marc and Amanda Renteria, CEO of Code for America, discuss how important it is to attract and recruit diverse talent and how it ensures a wide range of perspectives are accounted for when tackling complex challenges like cybercrime. You'll also learn about: Amanda's life in the public sector working with two U.S. Senators, and her …

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Collections by Michelle Brown Blog Radio wsg Equality Trailblazer Kylar Broadus 1:17:00

1+ y ago1:17:00

1:17:00

Kylar Broadus is a true warrior for equality, civil rights, the LBTQ community in general but especially Transgender individuals from communities of color. This attorney, long-time activist, public speaker, author and professor is a groundbreaking trailblazer who forged the way for many of today’s leaders. Not content to sit on his laurels, Kylar c…

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Collections by Michelle Brown Blog Radio wsg Professor Michael Whitty 1:02:00

1+ y ago1:02:00

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Professor Mike Whitty is a futurist and researcher on trends in politics, culture & rebuilding community. He has given seminars on the future of Detroit, human unity, unity and diversity, tolerance and civility. He brings his unique lens to the wins, challenges and potential we face moving forward including the need to overcome the extremism of the…

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Christopher Ahlberg: Recorded Future Co-founder and CEO 34:37

1+ y ago34:37

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In this episode, Marc and Christopher Ahlberg, co-founder and CEO of RecordedFuture, talks about building the space of threat intelligence and founding one of the most successful and impactful cybersecurity companies of the time. You’ll also learn about: What it means to have a Swedish work ethic The argument for best-of-breed vs. an integrated sta…

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Ericka Blount: Creator/Founder of Blount Wine Therapy 1:18:00

1+ y ago1:18:00

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Born in Vidalia Georgia, Ericka Blount began pursuing greatness from the start. Her hard work and dedication earned her two full athletic scholarships to Savannah State University for both basketball and volleyball which allowed her to pursue her degrees in biology and chemistry. Blount chose Houston, Texas to begin expanding her reach. It was in T…

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Peter McKay: Snyk CEO 32:35

1+ y ago32:35

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In this episode, Marc and Peter McKay, cyber veteran and CEO of Snyk, discuss how the power of a strong network can both propel a successful career and by the key to scaling a disruptive cyber company. You’ll also learn about: Why the "better together" mindset of a big Italian family helps shape a CEO How mowing lawns can inspire an entrepreneurial…

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Collections by Michelle Brown wsg Damon "Magic" Percy 1:42:00

2y ago1:42:00

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Damon Percy is a self-proclaimed author, activist, cultural critic, mentor, poet, publicist and Proud Sexy Nerd is a Detroit original. He received his nickname “Magic” from membership in Detroit’s ballroom community and the name, which captures his personality perfectly, has followed him through life. Damon attended Cass Technical High School and r…

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Collections by Michelle Brown WSG Tom Logan and Dr. Derrick Tennial 1:37:00

2y ago1:37:00

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Organizers of Atlanta’s Black Pride Weekend proudly boasts it is the largest Black pride in the country with day and night parties and over 25 events that are open to all. Taking place over the Labor Day weekend its a great way to close out the summer Two of the unique events include an LGBTQ+ Food and Wine Festival and a panel discussion “Artists …

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Dror Davidoff: Aqua Security Co-founder and CEO 24:52

2y ago24:52

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In this episode, Marc and Dror Davidoff, Aqua Security Co-founder and CEO, discuss his passion for his home country of Israel's prominence as a global technology hub and how it led to his founding of one of the most successful security startups of recent years. You’ll also learn about: How Israel's dominance in the technology sector and development…

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Collections by Michelle Brown wsg Photographer Jeffrey G Cross 1:31:00

2y ago1:31:00

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Jeffrey Glen Cross is a Detroit original. Growing up on Detroit’s east side he attended Finney high school then went on to attend Wayne State University where he studied business management and at the International Academy of Design & Technology .One of seven siblings, his most cherished photos are of family. Jeffrey always had a passion for the ar…

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Collections by Michelle Brown wsg Tarik Daniels 1:20:00

2y ago1:20:00

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Tarik Daniels is founder and executive director of Austin-based What’s in the Mirror - a social movement committed to bringing suicide and mental health awareness and prevention through art and advocacy in minority communities. As a member of the House of Xclusive Lanvin ballroom family he is Tarik Lanvin, Overall Father Lepore, . Born and raised i…

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Wendy Thomas: Secureworks President and CEO 43:56

2y ago43:56

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In this episode, Marc and Wendy Thomas, Secureworks President and CEO, discuss her non-traditional path to cyber security leadership, including her time as a commodities trader and a telecom CFO. Wendy shares stories of how her path from finance to cyber ignited her passion for showing others that cyber is a viable and fulfilling career, regardless…

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Executive Director Scott Ellis talks about Great Lakes Area Pride Celebration 1:07:00

2y ago1:07:00

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Scott Ellis began as volunteer just wanting to help organize the great lakes bay area LGBTQIA+ community’s pride events. Today he is the executive director of the Great Lakes Bay Pride. Great Lakes Bay Pride (formerly known as Perceptions) is the LGBTQIA+ education, advocacy, networking, and resource organization in Michigan's Great Lakes Bay Regio…

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Mariano Nuñez: Onapsis CEO & Co-founder 37:50

2y ago37:50

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In this episode, Marc and Mariano Nuñez, CEO and Co-founder of Onapsis, dive deep into Mariano’s story of starting a company in his home of Argentina and bringing it to the U.S. where he created the category for business application security. Mariano shares stories of developing his passion for technology and business early on, including building a…

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Collections by Michelle Brown wsg Mike Henderson/BAG Travel (Part Two) 1:10:00

2y ago1:10:00

1:10:00

You don't have to go into the old record vault and listen to Margaret Whiting's song to have those "Those far away places with the strange-sounding names " call you. Just tune in here and listen to our latest conversation with The Black & Gay (BAG) Collective founder/CEO Mike Henderson and you will hear the call. From national parks to places "Fa…

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Collections by Michelle Brown wsg Esteem Award Winner Ken Mejia Beal 1:22:00

2y ago1:22:00

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We first met at a past Esteem Award in Chicago. Ken Mejia Beal was a guest that year. This year he is receiving the award for Chicago’s Outstanding Service - Male. Ken is a community organizer and Chair of the DuPage County Democratic Party. As a long-time resident, community activist, and a leader in the financial sector, Ken Mejia-Beal has spent …

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Patrick Morley: Former Carbon Black CEO 1:01:11

2y ago1:01:11

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In this episode, Marc and Patrick Morley, former CEO of Carbon Black, get nostalgic as they discuss Patrick's journey of coming up through the start up scene in the 90s—from working with VCs to taking companies public—and compare it to running cyber companies today. Along with the early career experience that helped form Patrick's leadership philos…

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Collections by Michelle Brown wsg Lupus Warrior - Christina Hayes 1:18:00

2+ y ago1:18:00

1:18:00

May is Lupus Awareness Month and we are honored to celebrate another Lupus Warrior. Diagnosed at age 19, Christina Hayes has more than survived her diagnosis but thrived becoming an advocate not only for other Lupus Warriors but for other social justice issues as well. Now in her 30's this mother advocates for paid sick leave with the Mothering Jus…

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Collections by Michelle Brown Blog Radio wsg Author James Windell 1:21:00

2+ y ago1:21:00

1:21:00

It should come as no surprise that young people given life without the possibility of parole sentences have been disproportionately Black and Brown. James Windell, the author of Sentencing Youth to Life in Prison: Justice Denied is an adjunct faculty member in Criminal Justice, a court clinical psychologist, and has more than 25 years of conducting…

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Collections by Michelle Brown Blog Radio WSG Dr. Enchante Franklin 1:32:00

2+ y ago1:32:00

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Born and raised in New Orleans, LA Dr, Enchante Franklin is a Forensic Social Work Consultant, Community Advocate, and Author. She is dedicated to the art of prose, storytelling, and poetry through the lens of resilience. ´She served five years as a New Orleans Police Officer during and after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina. She earned a Bache…

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Brendan Hannigan: Sonrai Security CEO 40:28

2+ y ago40:28

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In this episode, Marc talks with Sonrai Security's Brendan Hannigan, on how he went from security guard on a Jack Nicolson movie set, to cybersecurity CEO. Trained as a coder, learn how his early days at Forrester Research honed Brendan's skills in understanding marketplace fit and fueled his passion to go out and start building things. Brendan wen…

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Cyber CEOs Decoded - Trailer 0:56

2+ y ago0:56

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Marc van Zadelhoff, CEO of Devo, hosts CEO-to-CEO conversations with leaders from established security giants, to up and coming disruptors, getting the inside track on what makes cyber CEOs tick. Marc and his guests will share lessons learned from building cyber companies, delivering value to customers, creating enduring cultures, and sharing stori…

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Collections by Michelle Brown WSG Mike Henderson - CEO/Founder BAG Travel 1:25:00

2+ y ago1:25:00

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At the tender age of ten, Mike Henderson first felt the urge to explore. Charting excursions on a city map each weekend got on the bus and explored another section of Los Angeles. On family vacations, he would hike and camp while dreaming of faraway places. Henderson has traveled to many places nationally and internationally but considers Yosemite …

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Collections by Michelle Brown wsg Cathy Renna & Danny Linden Creating Change Rem 1:36:00

2+ y ago1:36:00

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Attending the annual Creating Change Conference has been a rite of passage for LGBTQ activists for over 30 years, We would come together, share ideas, make new friends, catch up with old friends and even find love. What’s happened to Creating Change in the time of COVID??? Pivoting to a virtual format in 2021, activists, organizers, and newbies wer…

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Collections by Michelle Brown wsg Rev. Cedrick D. Bridgeforth 1:44:00

2+ y ago1:44:00

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“Alabama Grandson began as a series of letters Rev, Cedrick Bridgeforth wrote to his maternal grandmother. Although she died in 1989, Bridgeforth has fond and profound memories of her presence, the aromas in her kitchen, and the life lessons that rolled effortlessly from her tongue. This story intersperses the lessons taught by his grandmother but …

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Collections by Michelle Brown wsg Emme Zanotti 1:46:00

2+ y ago1:46:00

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Emme Zanotti moved from Michigan’s city on the bay, Bay City, to southeast Michigan stepping out and stepping up as a DE&I specialist, community advocate, and political activist. After reaching out to Stand For Trans as a resource and to connect with others in the Transgender community she went on to serve as the board treasurer for many years. She…

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Making a difference in 2022: The personal remains political. 1:12:00

2+ y ago1:12:00

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Roland Leggett is smart, strategic, politically savvy, and a nationally recognized movement leader He’s worked as an organizer with the Obama for America campaign, with the Detroit Branch of the ACLU, Equality Michigan, Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition, and former director of mobility initiatives at MoGo Detroit. He was a regional political…

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Collections by Michelle Brown WSG Tracee McDaniel 2:06:00

2+ y ago2:06:00

2:06:00

Tracee McDaniel’s personal motto is “Show up and participate for equality.” She was the first trans person to deliver the keynote speech at the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. birthday celebration march and rally. Tracee marched in Washington, DC, and lobbied in support of a fully inclusive Employment Non-Discrimination Act and increased HIV/AIDS ho…

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I AM ME president and Founder Peirrce Peach McCoy 1:12:00

2+ y ago1:12:00

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Originally from New Jersey Peirrce “Peach” McCoy now calls Delaware home. She is the LGBTQ Chair for the Central Delaware NAACP. She not only has a seat at the table, but she wrote the “menu” personally writing and delivering to the organization guidelines for the committee. I Am Me is more than the name of her non-profit organization. For Peirrce …

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Collections by Michelle Brown WSG Robt Seda-Schreiber BRCSJ Board Announcements 1:03:00

2+ y ago1:03:00

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Bayard Rustin was an African American leader in social justice movements for civil rights, nonviolence, and gay rights. He worked with on the March on Washington in 1941, to press for an end to racial discrimination in employment. He later organized Freedom Rides, and helped to organize the Southern Christian Leadership Conference. Bayard Rustin wa…

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