The Jali, host Melyssa Barrett
Welcome to The Jali Podcast, I’m your host Melyssa Barrett. This podcast is for those who are interested in the conversation around diversity, inclusion and equity. Each week, I’ll be interviewing a guest who has something special to share or is actively part of building solutions in this space. Let’s get started!
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Episodes
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Chapter President Elizabeth Baker and Social Action Chair Stephanie Eubanks Wright, from Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Tracy Area Alumnae Chapter, discuss the organization’s legacy, purpose, and platform for engaging in social action outreach to educate communities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Feb 15, 2023
Wednesday Feb 15, 2023
Representatives of the Prince Hall Masons, Right Worshipful GM Assistant Charles Johnson and Most Worshipful Prince Hall Grand Master for the State of California David San Juan, share the history of the oldest African American organization and its social impact on accelerating civil rights in America. To learn more visit https://www.mwphglcal.org/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Imani Kuumba of Omega Psi Phi shares the history of the fraternity’s motto and principles and explains the origin and significance of stepping. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Wednesday Feb 01, 2023
Lonnie Holmes of Alpha Phi Alpha shares the history of the first intercollegiate Black fraternity, starting a campus chapter at San Francisco State University and the organization’s impact on African American culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
In collaboration with the Stockton, CA Chapter of The Links, Incorporated, Adrienne Livingston, Dr. Stephany Powell, and Akkia Pride-Polk discuss the local and global impacts of human trafficking, when you should start talking to kids about it, how to recognize the warning signs, and what you can do to help stop it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
Wednesday Jan 18, 2023
In remembrance of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Melyssa reflects on African-American’s rich history of courage and activism that shaped the United States. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Veronica Rogers discusses the importance of respect in the workplace and shares tips to successfully prepare for your next dream job Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
Steve Napolitan discusses how mindset shifts can enhance personal growth and increase social consciousness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Dec 28, 2022
Wednesday Dec 28, 2022
This week’s episode focuses on Kwanzaa’s first principle, Umoja, by highlighting the connection between our history and culture. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Founder of BrainPOP Sierra Hooshiari shares how recovering from a traumatic injury inspired her mission to launch a soda brand promoting brain health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices