This podcast series gets at the ugly truth of why marginalized populations stay on the margins. Dr. Kish begins this needed discussion sharing her personal journey of over 20 years going upstream to find solutions to people-centered issues within severely broken systems including education, health care, justice, labor and housing. She charges each person to be brave while challenging bullies, wimps and poverty pimps who are uniquely positioned to stunt progress.
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Cumi Valdez is an authentic take on marriage, relationships, blended families, business, careers, health, and wellness. As the name of the podcast means "Arise from the Valley," we invite you to go on this journey with us as we support each other and rise above it all.
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E8: Poverty Pimpin' Ain't Easy | Pt. 4 | All Skin-Folk Ain't Kinfolk
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In this episode, Dr. Kish Cumi Price discusses the concept of 'skin-folk' poverty pimps, who are individuals that look like and identify with marginalized communities but prioritize their own interests over advocating for the community. She emphasizes the importance of not assuming that someone who looks like you will automatically advocate for you…
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E7: Poverty Pimpin' Ain't Easy | Pt. 3 | The Savior Type
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In this episode, Dr. Kish Cumi Price discusses "the savior-type" of poverty pimp. These are individuals or organizations who believe they are doing good and have the answers to help a community, but their motives are often selfish. They want to be seen and acknowledged for their efforts. However, when it comes to actually listening to the community…
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E6: Poverty Pimpin' Ain't Easy | Pt. 2 | The Deceptive Type
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In this episode, Dr. Kish Cumi Price discusses her personal experience with a deceptive poverty pimp and the importance of recognizing and addressing such individuals. She emphasizes the need to expose poverty pimps and their deceptive practices, as they take advantage of vulnerable communities. Dr. Price encourages listeners to trust their instinc…
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E5: Poverty Pimpin' Ain't Easy | Pt. 1 | Pimp Types
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In this episode, Dr. Kish discusses the concept of 'poverty pimps' and the different types of individuals who fall into this category. The term 'poverty pimps' refers to people who claim to advocate for marginalized communities but actually exploit them for personal gain. Dr. Kish shares a personal experience of witnessing a well-established organi…
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In this episode, Dr. Kish Cumi Price discusses strategies for dealing with workplace bullying, particularly when the bully is a supervisor. She emphasizes the importance of speaking up early, documenting incidents, and taking care of oneself. Dr. Kish also advises building alliances with colleagues and considering formal action if necessary. She pr…
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In this episode, Dr. Kish Cumi Price welcomes Dr. Destiny Livers to the show to discuss findings from her research on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) leadership and its relation to professional bullying. She also shares her personal experiences with professional bullying in various roles and the impact it had on her motivation and well-being…
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E2: Bully - ish | Calling Out Professional Bullying
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In this episode, Dr. Kish Cumi Price shares her personal experience with bullies, and she introduces the topic of workplace bullying and its prevalence in professional settings. The workplace experience of Dr. Bonnie Candia Bailey, a target of workplace bullying who tragically died by suicide, is highlighted to emphasize the seriousness of the issu…
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E8: Never Would've Made It | Sunday Edition
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In this episode, we are joined by guest hosts, Min. Brandy Nelson & Elder Antwan Nelson to discuss the struggles and challenges we have faced in our marriages and how we overcame them. Our guests were actually responsible for introducing us and marrying us, so we are incredibly grateful to welcome them for this transparent conversation. Yes--we kee…
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E7: Filters | Communicating With Each Other
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In this episode, we discuss the concept of filters in relationships and communication. We explore various filters that can affect communication, including inattention, emotional state, beliefs and expectations, different styles of communication, and external influences. We emphasize the importance of open and honest communication, understanding eac…
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Dr. Kish Cumi Price discusses the dangerous convention of bullies, wimps, and poverty pimps that perpetuate the oppression of marginalized populations. She shares her personal experiences growing up in Flint, Michigan, witnessing divides and questioning their existence. Dr. Price reflects on her observations in various cities and the resistance to …
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Promo | The Why Dr. Kish shares why this podcast is necessary. First episode drops 2.22.2024 This podcast gets at the ugly truth of why marginalized populations stay on the margins. Dr. Kish begins this needed discussion sharing her personal journey of over 20 years going upstream to find solutions to people-centered issues within severely broken s…
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***Valentine's Day Edition*** In this episode, we discuss the importance of being lovers and friends in a marriage. We each highlight three key aspects that we need in order for our partner to become our lover AND friend. We conclude by emphasizing the need for authentic conversations to foster a deeper connection to become true lovers and friends.…
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This episode explores the challenges and strategies for balancing careers and marriage. We discuss the importance of creating boundaries in work and home life, as well as the need for work-life balance. We highlight the importance of supporting each other's careers and showing up for each other at home (e.g., dividing household chores). We also emp…
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E4: Healthy Marriages Can Start at The Cheesecake Factory
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In this episode, we discuss the importance of wellness in marriage and dating. We share personal experiences and highlight the importance of "completing" yourself. We also emphasize the need for healthy communication, expressing love and respect, and taking time for oneself. Additionally, we stress the importance of expressing gratitude for your pa…
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In this episode, we discuss our experiences as co-parents and share five key factors that have helped us navigate our co-parenting journey. The conversation focuses on effective communication, setting and maintaining boundaries, making decisions together, praying for the well-being of the children, respecting each other's parenting styles, adjustin…
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In this episode of Cumi Valdez, we discuss the challenges and dynamics of blended families. We share our personal experiences of blending our families, which include a total of ten children. We discuss the importance of understanding and navigating different family habits, parenting approaches, and personalities. We also emphasize the need for grac…
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Cumi Valdez focuses on marriage, relationships, blended families, business, careers, health, and wellness. In this first episode, we share how we were introduced to each other and the reason why we have launched this podcast. We touch on everything from our first meeting, first lunch date, and the moment we expressed our feelings to each other.…
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