Best Dima Show Podcasts (2024)

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Building Healthy Habits for Youth: Tips from Dr. Chinwe Afurebe 37:51

8d ago37:51

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Building Healthy Habits for Youth: Tips from Dr. Chinwe Afurebe Episode 161 In this episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation, Dr. Chinwe Efuribe, founder of Centered Youth Clinic and Counseling Consulting, shares insights on youth wellness and empowering girls of color. Dr. Chinwe discusses the importance of self-awareness, seeking help,…

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A Chat with Sara Weeks Dima ('97) 25:35

13d ago25:35

25:35

Welcome to Episode 166 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Chief Advancement Officer Julie Lucas ('97) chats with Sara Weeks Dima ('97) about her experience as a boarding student at Darlington, her career small business owner in the food industry and more. This episode was recorded on May 10, 2024. Click here for complete show notes >>…

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Empowering Others: Finding Strength in Serving and Making a Difference with Amber Ontiveros 35:20

14d ago35:20

35:20

Empowering Others: Finding Strength in Serving and Making a Difference with Amber Ontiveros Episode 160 Healing Trauma and Overcoming Discrimination through Consciousness Work In a podcast episode featuring Amber Ontiveros, President of Ontiveros and Associates, a central theme emerged regarding the significance of consciousness work in the process…

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Episode #232 — Solving Music’s Identity Problem With Switchchord 22:29

16d ago22:29

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The complex web of unique identifiers associated with an artist and their body of work can make it extremely difficult for them to interact with publishers, sync officers, and other parties they work with. Switchchord aims to eliminate this friction by allowing artists to document ownership of their music and map out the legal & business relationsh…

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Episode #231 — DiMA President & CEO, Graham Davies 14:57

22d ago14:57

14:57

The Digital Media Association (DiMA) represents the world’s leading audio streaming companies and streaming innovators, providing community, resources and advocacy for its member companies. This month, we spoke with newly appointed DiMA President and CEO, Graham Davies about DiMA’s mission, his first few months at the helm of the organization, and …

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Class of 2024 Commencement Address 10:59

28d ago10:59

10:59

Welcome to Episode 165 of The Darlington Podcast! In this special Commencement episode, listen to Gordon Smith ('71), chairman of the Board of Trustees and retired executive director and chief operating officer of the United States Tennis Association, give his Commencement address on May 18. Smith reminds graduates that the tools they've received a…

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Coffee, Art, and Conversations: Anita Sewell's Abstract Art Showcase 29:26

1M ago29:26

29:26

"Coffee, Art, and Conversations: Anita Sewell's Abstract Art Showcase" Episode 159 In this episode of the podcast, host Deneen L. Garrett sits down with abstract artist Anita Sewell to discuss her playful and vibrant art inspired by her childhood in Detroit. Anita shares insights into her creative process, the stories behind her pieces, and her vis…

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Self-Love and Connection: Nurturing Relationships for Personal and Professional Growth with Analiza Quiroz Wolf 34:46

1M ago34:46

34:46

Self-Love and Connection: Nurturing Relationships for Personal and Professional Growth with Analiza Quiroz Wolf Episode 158 Highlights [00:17:50] Networking and building relationships. [00:26:23] The power of pausing. [00:29:10] Living a dream lifestyle. In this episode, Deneen interviews Analiza Quiroz Wolf, founder of Women of Color Rise, an equi…

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Class of 2024 Baccalaureate Address 14:57

1M ago14:57

14:57

Welcome to Episode 164 of The Darlington Podcast! In this special episode, listen to Heather Shores, Upper School history teacher, give her Baccalaureate address on May 17. Shores was selected by the senior class to serve as the Baccalaureate speaker. In her address, she gives the Class of 2024 six pieces of wisdom that she wishes she knew as a hig…

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From Achieving to Being: Unpacking Worthiness with Lauren L.C. Wells 35:58

1M ago35:58

35:58

From Achieving to Being: Unpacking Worthiness with Lauren L.C. Wells Episode 157 with Lauren LC Wells Highlights [00:07:17] Optimal well-being on a soul level. [00:15:13] Reviving your mind and body. [00:31:35] Embracing health through community. Prioritizing Self-Care and Mindfulness through Reflection and Reassessment In the podcast episode featu…

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Department Head Spotlight: Brian Inman 32:25

2M ago32:25

32:25

Welcome to Episode 163 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Stefan Eady talks with History Department Head Brian Inman about his career as an educator, his passion for history education and more. This is the final episode in a series highlighting each of Darlington's department heads. Click for c…

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Breaking the Glass Vase: A Story of Transformation and Empowerment with Dima Ghawi 35:54

2M ago35:54

35:54

Breaking the Glass Vase: A Story of Transformation and Empowerment Episode 156 with Dima Ghawi Highlights [00:02:33] Advancing individuals in leadership. [00:12:48] Overcoming Limiting Beliefs [00:33:06] The pressure to be perfect. In this episode, Keynote Speaker/Leadership Consultant/Author, Dima Ghawi, underscores the importance of advancing ind…

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Episode #230 — Diversifying Music Industry Writing Rooms 16:30

2M ago16:30

16:30

The music industry has proven time and time again that inclusive practices lead to better productivity and a higher quality of work in all business segments. That’s why Ralph Torrefranca of Angry Mob Music has sought for more diversity in high-level songwriting rooms by starting the New Normal Writing Camp in 2023, which featured 70% female artists…

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Reflecting on the Class of 2024 25:48

2M ago25:48

25:48

Welcome to Episode 162 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Head of School Brent Bell reflects on the Class of 2024 with Upper School Director Chad Woods, Student Body President Oliver Liu ('24), Honor Council President Maddox Andrews ('24) and Discipline Committee President Jennifer Hughes ('24). They discuss the senior class's academic, at…

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Breaking Barriers: Pursuing Dreams Fearlessly with DeeDee Cummings 35:17

2M ago35:17

35:17

Breaking Barriers: Pursuing Dreams Fearlessly with DeeDee Cummings Episode 155 In this episode, host Deneen L. Garrett introduces guest DeeDee Cummings, who is an author, therapist, attorney, and mom from Louisville, Kentucky. DeeDee shares her career journey from being a child protective service worker to becoming an attorney and then transitionin…

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Becoming Changemakers: Transforming Lives Through Collective Healing with Dr. Dominica McBride 38:19

2M ago38:19

38:19

Becoming Changemakers: Transforming Lives Through Collective Healing Episode 154 with Dr. Dominica McBride Topics Discussed [00:08:10] Creating community through healing. [00:08:50] Youth, safety, thriving community economy. [00:21:29] Healing as a leadership skill. [00:37:22] Community impact and growth. Healing plays a vital role in personal and …

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Spring Varsity Sports Recap 19:58

2M ago19:58

19:58

Welcome to Episode 161 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, senior boarding student Mary Covington talks with varsity coaches Sam Clark (boys' lacrosse), Mallory Collier (girls' lacrosse), Betina Fuentes (boys' and girls' tennis), Kevin Hunt (boys' and girls' track and field), Matt Larry (baseball), Al Shorey (boys' and girls' soccer) and Ja…

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A Look at Darlington Robotics 17:57

2M ago17:57

17:57

Welcome to Episode 160 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Science Department Head Owen Kinney talks with juniors Ansel Enverga, Linda Pan and Javin Pandya about the Darlington robotics team, including their recent trip to the World Championship, the life-skills they're gaining from their involvement on the team and more. Click here for com…

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Episode #229 — Music Fraud Update: Combating Bad Actors From All Angles 27:05

2M ago27:05

27:05

The fight against all forms of music fraud has been a major watershed moment for intra-industry collaboration, as was seen in the Music Business Association’s establishment of its Spin Fraud Task Force and its hosting of the Trust & Safety Symposium in January 2024. Now a few months away from that event, our latest The Future of What podcast explor…

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A Look at Communication Arts & the Jabberwokk Yearbook 18:10

3M ago18:10

18:10

Welcome to Episode 159 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Director of Fine Arts Kim Tunnell talks with Ethan Pender ('16), communication arts teacher, and Jabberwokk yearbook Editor-in-Chief Aiden Parsa ('24), Photo Editor Kaya Nadu ('26) and Design Editor Murray Ellington ('26). They discuss the production of this year's Jabberwokk, the c…

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Episode #228 — Holistic Strategies For Selling Music Merch with Merch Cat’s Vanessa Ferrer 17:22

3M ago17:22

17:22

Merch sales is one of, if not the primary, revenue generator for artists at certain levels of their careers. Tie this into the fact that merch proudly worn or displayed by their fans helps spread the word about their music, and it becomes all too essential for today’s artists to have a strong merch strategy. This important need is what led Vanessa …

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A Chat with Britta (Stern) Graf ('94) 26:55

3M ago26:55

26:55

Welcome to Episode 158 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Chief Advancement Officer Julie Lucas ('97) chats with Britta (Stern) Graf ('94) about her "life-changing" experience as a one-year boarding exchange student at Darlington, her favorite memories and what she's doing now. Click here for complete show notes >>…

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Gabrielle Culberson's ('26) Story: One Kid! One Kidney! 15:36

3M ago15:36

15:36

Welcome to Episode 157 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Dean of Students for Global Education Tara Inman talks with sophomore day student Gabrielle Culberson and her mom, Rayan Hart-Culberson, about Gabrielle's journey with kidney disease and the upcoming One Kid! One Kidney! 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run in her honor. Click here for complete sh…

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Episode #227 — Cosynd’s New Producer Copyright Registration Initiative 15:01

3M ago15:01

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With almost a decade of experience securing copyrights for artists & rightsholders, Cosynd identified that music producers were being potentially priced out of registering their backlog of work with the U.S. Copyright Office. This led them to develop a new group registration service, allowing producers to save time & money by registering groups of …

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Department Head Spotlight: Kim Tunnell 38:32

3M ago38:32

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Welcome to Episode 156 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Assistant Head of School for Academic Affairs Stefan Eady talks with Fine Arts Department Head Kim Tunnell about her love for the arts, what fine arts education looks like at Darlington and more. This is the fifth in a series highlighting each of Darlington's department heads. Click…

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Episode #226 — Creative Intell’s David Fritz & Steven Ship On Educating Today’s Artists 13:06

3M ago13:06

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While looking into higher-ed music business programs, David Fritz and Steven Ship found that the segmented approach to curriculums was helpful for new students, but it did not help artists and songwriters who needed to know the ins-and-outs of how the industry works for their already established careers. This led them to start Creative Intell, whic…

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A Look at Senior Ventures 19:22

4M ago19:22

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Welcome to Episode 155 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Professional Development Coordinator and head of Senior Ventures Rebekah Kinney talks with seniors David Edwards, Ava Belle Holcombe, Charlie May, and Isabella Spears about their year-long Senior Ventures projects and the valuable skills they’ve gained through this program as they p…

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What is Cultural Identity: Living Authentically with NoorJehan Tourte 36:20

4M ago36:20

36:20

Join us for an insightful and empowering conversation with NoorJehan Tourte, a storyteller and group executive vice president, as she shares her personal journey of self-discovery and cultural identity. In this episode, NoorJehan reflects on her experiences as a first-generation Indian-American, navigating the complexities of balancing multiple cul…

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A Chat with David Sewell ('75) and Laura Guth ('19) 24:07

4M ago24:07

24:07

Welcome to Episode 154 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Director of Annual Giving Julia Thomas ('07, LD '15) talks with boarding alumnus David Sewell ('75) and his step-daughter Laura Guth ('19) about their family legacy at Darlington, their experiences as boarding students over four decades apart and more. Click here for complete show n…

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The Power of Self-Discovery and Growth: Blazing Trails to Success with Valincia Bennett 28:54

4M ago28:54

28:54

The Power of Self-Discovery and Growth: Blazing Trails to Success with Valincia Bennett Episode 153 In this engaging podcast episode, business coach and strategist Valincia Bennett shares her journey from corporate life to entrepreneurship, revealing how she found her true calling and achieved financial freedom. Discover Valincia's inspiring story …

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Middle Grade Trips Recap 19:57

4M ago19:57

19:57

Welcome to Episode 153 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Director of Pre-K to 8 Hope Jones talks with sixth-grader Finley Laliberte, seventh-grader Walker Kines and eighth-grader Sterling Pollard about their week-long grade-level trips in February. The students share their favorite moments and excursions, while making connections between …

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Episode #225 — Vault & beatBread’s Funding Options For Indie Artists 24:25

4M ago24:25

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With more artists creating and releasing more music now than ever, there is a major need for new revenue streams and funding options to help artists take their careers to the next level. This month on The Future of What, we speak with two representatives from companies that do just that: Nick Struzenski of Vault, a bespoke catalog brokerage & artis…

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Mindset Shift: Redefining Work and Self-Care with La’Vista Jones 36:50

4M ago36:50

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Mindset Shift: Redefining Work and Self-Care with La’Vista Jones Episode 151 This week’s guest, La’Vista Jones, shares how by prioritizing self-care, individuals, especially women of color, can step into their power and create the life they truly desire which she has done for herself. Born and raised in Ohio, La’Vista, CEO/Founder, now resides in A…

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Department Head Spotlight: Melissa Smyly 26:33

4M ago26:33

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Welcome to Episode 152 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Head of School Brent Bell talks with English Department Head Melissa Smyly about what English education looks like at Darlington, her career journey and her extracurricular involvement on campus. This is the fourth in a series highlighting each of Darlington's department heads. Clic…

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Defying the Odds: From Olympic Gold to Hollywood Stunts: A Journey of Resilience with René Felton Besozzi 37:50

4M ago37:50

37:50

Defying the Odds: From Olympic Gold to Hollywood Stunts: A Journey of Resilience with René Felton Besozzi Episode 150 Join us for an intimate and inspiring conversation with René Felton Besozzi, a renowned coach, therapist, and grandmother. In this episode, René shares her journey of coaching athletes to Olympic gold medals, working with Hollywood …

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A Look at iPeriod 19:57

4M ago19:57

19:57

Welcome to Episode 151 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Content Manager Maddie Chastain talks with seniors Noelle Adams and Ivan Horvat, junior Kathleen Hwang, and sophomore Ava Ann Woods about iPeriods at Darlington, why they're an important part of the daily schedule, and how they have helped them develop their interests and passions. …

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Episode #224 — RAMPD’s Lachi & Precious Perez on Disability Awareness & Activism 18:27

4M ago18:27

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RAMPD (Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities) was founded in 2021 as a collective of artists, performers and music professionals with disabilities seeking to raise awareness of disability culture in the music business. Since then the organization has worked to advocate and create opportunities for disabled music professionals …

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Unleash Your Potential: A Conversation with Maven Maira Shaw 29:39

4M ago29:39

29:39

Join us for an empowering and uplifting episode of Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation as we welcome Miara Shaw, also known as Maven Miara, a distinguished life business strategist and leadership facilitator. In this episode, Miara shares her passion for leadership development, particularly with women entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance …

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In Charge: Dream Series - Drive Towards Your Dream Lifestyle 12:16

5M ago12:16

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Episode 147 In this episode, Deneen L. Garrett, Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation podcast creator & host, discusses the final phase of living a dream lifestyle, which is the "Drive" phase. After covering the Dream and Decide/Design phases in previous episodes, the focus now is on taking action and making dreams a reality. Listeners are encou…

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Winter Varsity Sports Recap 20:14

5M ago20:14

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Welcome to Episode 150 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, senior boarding student Mary Covington talks with varsity coaches Garvin Edwards (wrestling), Andrea Frazier (swim/dive), Melissa Smyly (basketball cheerleading), Mark Tunnell (girls basketball) and Nathan West (boys basketball) about the winter athletic season at Darlington. You'll…

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Embracing Change: Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs with Santana Inniss 35:52

5M ago35:52

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Embracing Change: Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs Episode 148 This podcast episode delves into the importance of challenging limiting beliefs for women of color to unlock their full potential. Santana Innis, a master certified coach, discusses the significance of identifying and questioning these beliefs. One common limiting belief Santana ment…

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AMBITION IN LIFE: The Power of Ambition and and Finding Fulfillment: Insights from Bianca B. King 25:11

5M ago25:11

25:11

AMBITION IN LIFE: The Power of Ambition and and Finding Fulfillment: Insights from Bianca B. King Episode 146 Tap in as Bianca B. King, CEO & Founder of Pretty Damn Ambitious, discusses a redefined version of ambition. She describes it as the joyful and diligent pursuit of success, informed by one's ideals. Bianca emphasizes that ambition should no…

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A Chat with Banks Mattingly ('11) 22:43

5M ago22:43

22:43

Welcome to Episode 149 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Chief Advancement Officer Julie Lucas ('97) talks with Banks Mattingly ('11) about his boarding experience at Darlington, his involvement in the arts both by the Lakeside and beyond, and how Darlington has impacted his life and career journey. Click here for complete show notes >>…

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Episode #223 — Trevanna Tracks’ Tools For Improving Sync Licensing 20:46

5M ago20:46

20:46

Sync placements have become a highly lucrative revenue stream for artists and rightsholders alike in recent years, as the production teams behind tv shows & movies constantly search for the perfect tracks to set the scene in their latest project. With that expanded attention to this part of the business comes a lot of extra paperwork, something tha…

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Dream Life: Living a Dream Lifestyle: Step 3 - Decide 17:31

5M ago17:31

17:31

Dream Life: Living a Dream Lifestyle: Step 3 - Decide The "How to Live a Dream Lifestyle" series emphasizes the importance of dreaming big, designing a clear vision, and taking action to drive towards living the desired lifestyle. It encourages individuals to believe in themselves and their dreams, and to actively pursue their goals with passion an…

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Strategies for Professional Growth: Navigating Challenges on the Path to Success | Elevate Your Career Journey with Bryetta Calloway 36:41

5M ago36:41

36:41

In this compelling episode, Bryetta Calloway, a seasoned Author, Executive, and Speaker, shares profound insights on extracting valuable lessons from life’s experiences. Unveiling the essence of her latest book, "Life Lessons," Bryetta explores the transformative power of learning from every moment, shaping a narrative of resilience and growth. Joi…

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Career Day Keynote by Dwight Hutchins ('82) 24:00

5M ago24:00

24:00

Welcome to Episode 148 of The Darlington Podcast! In this special Career Day episode, listen to Dwight Hutchins ('82), senior partner and managing director at The Boston Consulting Group, give his Career Day keynote address on Jan. 29. In it, he shares how his Darlington experience shaped the person and professional he has become. Click here for co…

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How to Live a Dream Lifestyle™: Dream 10:48

5M ago10:48

10:48

In this episode of "Women of Color: An Intimate Conversation," host Deneen L. Garrett jumps into the Dream phase of her "How to Live a Dream Lifestyle" series. She reminds us of the three steps to living a dream lifestyle: Dream, Design/Decide, and Drive. This episode focuses on the first step, dreaming, and encourages listeners to think about what…

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Career Growth: No-Fluff Advice to Accelerate Your Career with Pink Careers 38:17

5M ago38:17

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Career Growth: No-Fluff Advice to Accelerate Your Career with Pink Careers In the episode, Richa Bansal, Mom, Wife, Author, Leader, and Founder of Pinkcareers, emphasizes the power of pause and its ability to facilitate reflection on one's current work and its alignment with long-term career goals and aspirations. Richa highlights that a career is …

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Producing "Chicago: Teen Edition" 28:13

5M ago28:13

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Welcome to Episode 147 of The Darlington Podcast! In this episode, Theatre Director Shelley Daniel talks with seniors J.R. Johnson, Seidy Pichardo, Kathryn Wilson, Kimberly Johnston and Xiya Burton about the Darlington Players' upcoming winter musical production of "Chicago: Teen Edition." They give a behind-the-scenes look at the production proces…

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