Best Prison Policy Initiative Podcasts (2024)

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#118 - Mental Health in America with Dr. Bonnie Wims 49:46

2d ago49:46

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Send us a Text Message. Many of us suffer alone, in silence, with those negative thought loops keeping us stuck, small, afraid. But if you had a broken arm that got treated, there would be no shame in it. Shouldn't we treat the mental and physical the same? Mental health, or should I say mental well-being, we all hear so much about now and all need…

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How Women Entrepreneurs Can Overcome Societal Barriers with PCC Women's Business Center Interim Director, Lizzy Okoro Episode 123 30:34

4d ago30:34

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Despite leading 42% of new businesses in the U.S., women are 20 times more likely to be denied traditional business loans than men, with an even larger gap for women of color. Success for women entrepreneurs hinges on a supportive ecosystem, which Women's Business Centers foster by addressing funding disparities and resource limitations. Inspired b…

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Empowerment in Action: Pasadena City College's New Initiative for Women in Business Episode 122 22:50

18d ago22:50

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Empowerment is the catalyst for change–sparking innovation, growth, and community transformation. Pasadena City College is excited to announce the Women's Business Center, a new initiative designed to foster innovation and provide tailored support to women entrepreneurs in the San Gabriel Valley. Host Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic an…

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#117- Philosophy Professor Daniel Berthold and His Work with the Bard Prison Initiative 53:24

25d ago53:24

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Send us a Text Message. Systemic racism, kids of color forgotten by the system, and raised in a violent world with no escape, and a country who's not asking deeper questions of itself. Join Daniel Berthold, philosophy professor from Bard College who teaches at a maximum security prison through the Bard Prison Initiative. There is also a documentary…

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How To Overcome Student Imposter Syndrome With Jackie Javier, Director of the Freeman Center for Career & Completion at PCC Episode 121 35:09

1M ago35:09

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Sometimes a student's own fears can hold them back from going after their dream career. The future workforce is intimidating and it’s up to educators and career centers to support and help students navigate all of their doubts. Join in as host, Salvatrice Cummo, Ed.D. welcomes Jackie Javier, Director of the Freeman Center for Career and Completion …

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#116- Healing with Food and a Tea that Saved a Village 49:19

2M ago49:19

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Send us a Text Message. Lainie "Sevante" Wulkan, known as "The Food Oracle," is the visionary Founder of CIFT Center for Intuitive Food Therapy™. A wellness author, intuitive, and advanced energy healer, she has authored several bestselling books, including The Food Healing Oracle Deck® series and a chapter in Energy Healer's Oracle. With a Bachelo…

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APPRENTICESHIPS: A Pathway To A Sustainable Future Workforce Episode 120 25:08

2M ago25:08

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Why don’t we hear about more apprenticeship opportunities for students? Today we’ll discuss the development of apprenticeships and cover what goes on behind the scenes when it comes to funding, planning, executing, and regulating these programs, and why they're so hard to come by. Digging in deep we’ll cover the barriers to apprenticeships and how …

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#115- Meditation Changes our Brain Chemistry with Kara Goodwin 42:00

2M ago42:00

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Send us a Text Message. This was such a great conversation. In today's show I speak with Kara Goodwin, the host of the Meditation Conversation Podcast. Meditation brings us back to the moment and can help transform our brain chemistry with certain techniques while being present can help calm many charged issues. Kara Goodwin is a meditation and spi…

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How Partnering with Education Improves Long Lasting Employee Relationships With Donald Bradburn, Director Of HR Strategy Design, Workforce Planning & Analytics At Kaiser Permanente Episode 119 29:52

2M ago29:52

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What does the new generation want out of their work environment? In order to appeal to the future workforce, we must shift and reimagine how jobs function. Donald Bradburn, the Director of HR Strategy Design, Workforce Planning and Analytics for Southern California and Hawaii Markets, at Kaiser Permanente is joining us today to cover what employers…

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How Educating Existing & Future Workforce On Green Technologies Can Change The World With Jaime Nack President At Three Squares Inc. Episode 118 28:13

3M ago28:13

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What would a true sustainable future look like? Jaime Nack, the Founder and President of Three Squares Inc., an award winning sustainability and environmental social and corporate consulting firm is here to dive into that very question. We’ll explore the current trends within green technologies and how these trends impact the present curriculum in …

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Becoming A Leader of Significance with Dr. Rocky Cifone, Executive Coach at The John Maxwell Team Episode 117 28:13

3M ago28:13

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Everything rises and falls on leadership. But what are the mindset, intentions, and actions required to be a good leader, especially when failing up isn’t an option? Dr. Rocky Cifone, Executive Coach at The John Maxwell Team, joins us today to discuss the philosophy behind good leadership. How do we assess our failures while celebrating our success…

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#114 - Education Leaves Parts of Us Behind 9:11

4M ago9:11

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Send us a Text Message. Education needs to radically change or we are failing ourselves and our futures. It should inform and develop the mental, emotional, physical and spiritual. So when we are finished, we are ready for adulthood. It should provide tools on how to be an adult and navigate the world. If not, what is the point of education? To onl…

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Revisiting: Why Technical Education & Post Secondary Career Programs Will Change The Future Of Work With Jennifer Zeisler Senior Program Director Of Career Readiness At ECMC Foundation Episode 116 25:00

4M ago25:00

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It is time to open up and diversify the education to career pathway! By developing and embracing new forms of learning methods, we can better serve students and families in less traditional or underserved populations. Joining us today is Jennifer Zeisler, Senior Program Director of Career Readiness at ECMC Foundation, a philanthropic fundraising se…

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#113- The Releasing of Victimhood 6:27

4M ago6:27

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Send us a Text Message. Do you feel like a victim? You probably are to some event and more importantly to your own thoughts. We all are until we set it free. Even if an event shaped your life and outlook do you want to hold onto it forever as a reminder? Or do you want to move forward and be your best self? We cannot become our best selves playing …

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Revisiting: The Key To Becoming A Lifelong Learner, With Amrit Ahluwalia Executive Director of Continuing Studies at Western University Episode 115 33:14

4M ago33:14

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When was the last time you learned something new? Today I’m joined today by Amrit Ahluwalia, Executive Director of Continuing Studies at Western University. You’ll learn how support students and advocates for lifelong learning through detailed publications and access to a community of industry professionals. We’ll cover what topics have been the mo…

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#112- Are You Afraid of Death or Life? With Author Kate Manser 45:32

5M ago45:32

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Send us a Text Message. Today is such a powerful interiew. Kate Manser is the author of You Might Die Tomorrow: So Live Today. In the span of six months, three of Kate's friends died in unrelated, unexpected tragedies. She developed a fear of death that began to take over her life: She would imagine getting hit as she crossed every intersection, go…

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The Intersection of Education and Incarceration: Addressing the School to Prison Pipeline Episode 114 25:02

5M ago25:02

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Could community college be a pattern disruptor for K-12 students primed for the prison pipeline? In this episode, host Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic & Workforce Development at Pasadena City College and Leslie Thompson, the Director of Operations, tackle the complex and often overlooked issue of the school-to-prison pipeline. Their co…

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#111 Happy Relationships with Marriage Counselor Paul Sigafus 43:20

5M ago43:20

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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever wondered what a healthy and happy relationship looks like? On this Valentine's Day Special we dive into that very topic. Paul Sigafus has degrees in both Marriage & Family Therapy and Marriage, Family, and Human Development and has been practicing as a therapist since 2001. He is the Founder and Executive Direc…

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Revisiting: How To Tackle Workforce Inequity with Kome Ajise Episode 113 23:16

5M ago23:16

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How can we actively work towards equalizing educational opportunities for all students? The goal of Kome Ajise, the Director at the Southern California Association of Governments, is to level the playing field for EVERYONE. Kome will share with us how SCAG is encouraging a more sustainable Southern California, and what their partnerships within the…

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What You Need To Know about Workforce Training Episode 112 30:01

6M ago30:01

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How do we help students earn more money and raise their quality of life? To start, it’s about teaching them the skills they need to increase their wages and create generational wealth for them and their families. The key is workforce training. Host Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic & Workforce Development at Pasadena City College and Les…

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#110 - What are you searching for? 11:25

6M ago11:25

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Send us a Text Message. Hey folks, I'm back for the new year with a new show name and intro and outro. Yes, that's me on the drums. So, I've been thinking. We look at social media. We look at the news. We look in the mirror. We look to others. But what are we searching for? Take a listen. To find out more about me and my books check out douglasrobb…

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Unveiling the True Voice of the Future Workforce Episode 111 26:51

6M ago26:51

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How do we start changing the conversation around the future of work so more students can get jobs? To best adjust the current landscape, we need to create more safe spaces that open up the dialogue around what organizations and students need in order to reach their goals. Host Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic & Workforce Development at …

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Confronting the Uncomfortable Truth: Why Students Are Struggling to Find Work in 2024 Episode 110 29:52

7M ago29:52

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How can we do a better job at providing students with opportunities that fulfill them both personally and professionally in 2024? It all begins by selecting program funding intentionally and choosing partners and projects that make a real impact on a student’s future and career path. Host Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic & Workforce Dev…

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The Number One Reason People Are Facing Homelessness Episode 109 24:44

7M ago24:44

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What can we do to support the most vulnerable members in our society? In order to ensure the success of everyone, even students without a home, we must debunk the myths of what actually causes homelessness here in Los Angeles and throughout the entire world. We need to bring together the community, both employers and educators, to focus on jobs, ch…

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The Synergy of Learning & Earning: A New Vision for Workforce Education Episode 108 1:08:23

8M ago1:08:23

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How do we really put more students on the pathway to prosperity and success? It all begins by developing infrastructure that can bridge the gap between industry and education. Listen in as Host, Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic & Workforce Development at Pasadena City College shares a panel recap from this year's Future Of Work Conferen…

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The Future of Work Conference: Bridging the Gap Between Education and Employment Episode 107 16:41

8M ago16:41

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How can educators join forces with employers to better shape the opportunities available for the future workforce? Tune in as Host, Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic & Workforce Development at Pasadena City College introduces the keynote speaker from this year's Future of Work Conference as he tackles that very question. Guest speaker St…

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#109 - Meaningful Moments Make a Lifetime w/JJ JJ DiGeronimo 36:29

8M ago36:29

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Send us a Text Message. JJ DiGeronimo is a lightworker, business woman, and author that creates a bridge for people to tap into tools, practices, and mindsets to illuminate their path. Listeners seeking more meaningful connections, more moments of joy, and more fulfilling activities, she shares common obstacles holding many back while providing too…

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Bettering Our Cities for the Future Workforce With Alfred Fraijo Jr. The Founder and Partner of the SOMOS Group Episode 106 39:56

9M ago39:56

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Do you know all the ways your city’s land laws might be holding the future workforce back? To uncover a positive path towards change for you and your community, Alfred Fraijo Jr. is here, he’s the Founder and Partner of the SOMOS Group– where he provides legal advice to clients pursuing innovative urban renewal projects in the inner city and other …

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The Power of Passion: How to Identify & Pursue Your Calling in the Future of Work with Dennis Rodriguez Director of Business Development – Western US & Design Build – Governments & Environment at Black ... 30:37

9M ago30:37

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Attend the 5th annual Future Of Work Conference October 26th The path to success looks different for everyone. Host Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic & Workforce Development at Pasadena City College is joined by Dennis Rodriguez, Director of Business Development – Western US and Design Build – Governments & Environment at Black & Veatch …

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Discover The Path To Success at The Future of Work Conference Episode 104 26:00

9M ago26:00

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Change in our education systems can be uncomfortable but that doesn’t mean we shouldn’t embrace it. Host Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic & Workforce Development at Pasadena City College, and Leslie Thompson, the Director of Operations, dive into the exciting details of the upcoming Future of Work Conference on October 26th. Where did t…

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Creating A Collaborative Strategy For Educational Flexibility With Mayor Gordo Episode 103 23:45

10M ago23:45

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How can community colleges partner with their respective cities? What new opportunities are out there, and how can we offer them to more constituents? Which incentives will help us expand job training and mental health services? Formal education is important, but it’s even more important to remember it comes in many different shapes and forms. Host…

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#108 - A Simple Shift 5:01

10M ago5:01

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Send us a Text Message. Do you ever feel stuck? Do you have the same conversations and start poking at your partner and vice versa? Does this make you start questioning your relationship and everything in your life? Well, sometimes all that is needed is a simple shift to get you out of it and help you change perspective. Support the Show.…

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Discover What A Modern Apprenticeship Program Looks Like With Kelly Mackey State Director of Strategic Partnerships for the State of California Episode 102 38:34

10M ago38:34

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It’s getting harder and harder for employers to lock down good talent. This makes it more important now than ever to cultivate registered apprenticeship programs that create long lasting, and meaningful relationships with students who will eventually become incredible workers. Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic & Workforce Development at …

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#107- My new book Baseball Dreams and Bikers 7:22

11M ago7:22

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Send us a Text Message. Is due out 10/24. Pre-sale soon... In the title story, I don't think I knew how closely I was writing about my own struggles as a teen. What would have happened if someone had paid more attention or was a guiding light in my life? The trajectory of my life would have been very different. My thoughts and choices would have be…

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Part 2: Unpacking What It Takes To Equitably Implement AI In Education Episode 101 23:53

11M ago23:53

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What is the best way for institutions to implement AI in the classroom? Hear from Leslie Thompson, the Director of Operations, and Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic & Workforce Development at Pasadena City College as they dive back into artificial intelligence and break down new research on the topic. They will uncover what it means to i…

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How To Better Support Students Where They Are With Dr. Brenda Ivelisse Vice President of Student Services at PCC Episode 100 29:54

11M ago29:54

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Institutions will last long if they can find ways to adapt to students' needs, not the other way around. On both local and state levels educators can transform their services to align with student’s goals and new ideas of success. Today, our host Salvatrice Cummo, will help us learn more about the Pasadena City College campus by focusing on the dif…

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#106 - If Everything is a Story so is Happiness w/Counselor Kevin Burk 48:53

11M ago48:53

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Send us a Text Message. Your life is a story, and you are the main character. Every choice you make in your life is intended to move you closer to your ultimate goal: to get everything you’ve ever wanted. The reason you want everything you’ve ever wanted is that you believe when you get everything you’ve ever wanted, you’ll live happily ever after.…

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#105- Dolphins, Ducks, and Motorcycle Rides 5:52

12M ago5:52

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Send us a Text Message. Are you taking your walk? Are you swimming your swim? Are you riding your ride? There are so many experiences and opportunities awaiting for us when we take action and do our thing, The unknown and unexpected awaits. The unknown can be scary, but that is also where the best of life waits for us. Support the Show.…

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Overcoming Student Imposter Syndrome With Jackie Javier Director of the Freeman Center for Career & Completion at PCC Episode 99 35:09

12M ago35:09

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Sometimes a student's own fears can hold them back from going after their dream career. The future workforce is intimidating and it’s up to educators and career centers to support and help students navigate all of their doubts. Join in as host, Salvatrice Cummo, welcomes Jackie Javier, Director of the Freeman Center for Career and Completion at Pas…

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#104 - Law of Attraction Methods with Zehra Mahoon 46:54

12M ago46:54

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Send us a Text Message. Great conversation today with Zehra Mahoon, She says, " Today, I am at a place where I feel secure. I feel confident about my future. I feel that I am in control of my life. I feel happy and satisfied with my accomplishments. But it wasn't always like that. My life was a mess. I had no money, my husband had cheated on me and…

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#103 - Never Forget What You Love 5:43

1y ago5:43

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Send us a Text Message. We often hold onto things that do not serve us. We spend time in the arena of bad memories and feelings that often keep us stuck in the very same event day after day, month after month, year after year. But life is short and fleeting. Don't hold onto regrets or fear. For life can change in the blink of an eye. A friend's wif…

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How To Support Our Students’ Career Goals With Assemblymember Mike Fong Episode 98 29:46

1y ago29:46

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What is the best way to prepare students to get high-paying jobs in today’s world? Today, Salvatrice Cummo is joined by Assemblymember Mike Fong to discuss California's higher education committee, what it does for students in the area, and how we can help students reach their goals. Together they’ll cover the programs, bills, and policies that impr…

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The Key To A Successful Mentorship Program With Dr. Shannon LaCount Principal Product Manager at Mentor Collective Episode 97 25:54

1y ago25:54

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Why don’t more students have mentors? It is up to colleges and institutions to create spaces where students feel heard and seen by their educators and mentors. Our host Salvatrice Cummo, is joined by Dr. Shannon LaCount, the principal product manager at Mentor Collective, to learn how they help students in higher education reach their goals through…

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#102 - Who Are You Accountable To? with Accountability Coach Julie Moses 44:05

1y ago44:05

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Send us a Text Message. This is one of the most important topics to changing your life: Accountability Feeling lost and having a lack of purpose? Feeling overwhelmed or on a hamster wheel, stressed and exhausted? Knowing what you want to do, but not taking action? Unhappy with your relationships, physical body/health, finances, and work? We all mus…

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How Education Can Serve As A Tool For Liberation With Dr. Francisco Rodriguez Chancellor of Los Angeles Community College District Episode 96 36:18

1y ago36:18

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We have a long way to go when it comes to diversifying our workforce. One of the first steps is to create a space where students can learn from and interact with professors and mentors that represent who they are and where they come from. We’re joined by Dr. Francisco Rodriguez, Chancellor of Los Angeles Community College District to discover how w…

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#101- Most Men Still Lead Lives of Quiet Desperation w/Certified Men's Coach Ettore Toppi 1:16:50

1y ago1:16:50

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Send us a Text Message. A plague far more destructive than any virus has swept over the world. It is the destructive narcissist many know as modern day man. Most men suffer in silence and often damage others along the way. Today I speak with Ettore Toppi who is a certified men’s coach, men’s work facilitator, and creator and co-host of the popular …

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Part 1: What Role Does AI Serve In The Education System Episode 95 22:58

1y ago22:58

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Can we incorporate AI into our education system in a way that’s healthy and creates more opportunities for students? When it comes to artificial intelligence, there are a handful of ways we can offer new tools for students in the classroom. Hear from Leslie Thompson, the Director of Operations, and Salvatrice Cummo, Vice President of Economic & Wor…

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What The Next Generation Of Workers Need To Thrive With Abby Snay, Deputy Secretary, Future of Work at California Labor & Workforce Development Agency Episode 94 26:35

1y ago26:35

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The future of work is changing faster than we know it. The amount of job opportunities available to students is expanding, constantly. Abby Snay, the Deputy Secretary for the Future of Work at CA Labor & Workforce Development Agency joins us to share the impact of environmental factors on current roles, and how she’s uplifting and helping the Calif…

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#100 - Mother Earth 18:32

1y ago18:32

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Send us a Text Message. In this 100th episode we celebrate the earth. Mother Earth truly provides all that we have. She gives us our food, our clothes, our housing. We and all animals including fish and ocean creatures create C02 while the plant life on land and in the ocean provide oxygen in this incredible symbiotic relationship. Support the Show…

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#99- Accident, Depression, Darkness to Redemption and Renewed Love w/ Ed Watters 44:25

1y ago44:25

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Send us a Text Message. Ed Watters was injured on the job he eventually lost. After sinking into despair and darkness feeling "Dead" in America. Both he and his wife became unfaithful, yet their 40 year love bent but didn't break. Eventually, after much struggle and heartache, they fell in love again. This is a hard journey of childhood trauma and …

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