In this episode of in our tribe Adrian sits down with leadership extraordinaire Doni Blumenstock to discuss her journey as a leader of leaders and what is needed now more than ever to lead in this brave New World. Listen to the full episode here!
Have you heard about the amazing work being done by The Central Valley Journalism Collaborative (CVJC) which is fighting to protect the First Amendment by building a vibrant local free press? CVJC Executive Director, Alma Martinez and Executive Editor, Joe Kieta join Adrian to discuss how they are bringing real news back and engaging the […]
In episode 74, we are joined by two of Sacramento’s Cohort 3 Changemakers and Senior Fellows of Creciente, a YDN Latinx leadership program. Tune in to hear what Monica and Armando have to say about creating and inspiring change throughout the Sacramento region and what being recognized for their efforts means to both of them. […]
In this episode, we are joined by Creciente Latino/Latinx Leadership Program Fellow, Alex Cadenas. We know you will enjoy Alex’s story, which explains how his upbringing and professional development have prepared him to be a trusted resource for the Latino community and all Californians. We need more leaders like Mr. Cadenas. Listen to the full […]
We decided to practice a little mental health this week as we prepare for the news of our nation’s election results. Please take good care of yourselves and your loved ones during this time. Here is a short message from our host Adrian on how he will be doing his best to take care of […]
In another special live recorded episode of in our tribe, we sit down with Author Julissa Arce as part of our Inspiración Speaker Series. Julissa and Adrian discuss her story, her thoughts on the state of Latinx/Latine people, and the extraordinary times we live in with many challenges and opportunities. Listen to the full episode […]
And we are back for another insightful season of the in our tribe podcast! We are kicking off season 8 with an episode we recorded live as part of the inspiración Speaker Series with the bestselling author of Solito, Javier Zamora. In this episode, Mr. Zamora sits down with Adrian to share more of the […]
To close out our season of stellar Youth Developers and Change Makers we’re joined by Dr. Addie Ellis, author of the book Black Butterfly: Essays on isms and lived experiences in a race-centric nation and the call to action. Dr. Ellis walks us through the three parts of her book and what it looks like […]
In this episode, we’re joined again by two YDN Legends, Chaez Boswell (Season 6, Episode 57) and Anthony Vincent (Season 2, Episode 16). We get down into the weeds about passion-driven entrepreneurship and the risks and rewards of doing what you love. Our friends give us some excellent gems in this one, like “don’t mistake […]
Everyone has something to offer and we need everyone involved to develop our communities. In this episode of in our tribe we reconnect with Ron Dwyer-Voss, a black-belt in Asset-Based Community Development and the Chief Executive Officer and Lead Consultant of Pacific Community Solutions, Inc. Together we dive into the importance of inclusion, equity, relationships, […]
In Episode 67 of in our tribe, we sit down with Carlos Santini, the CEO of Mizzen Education, to connect on the events and experiences that define Youth Development in our lives and the lives of young people now.
In season 7 episode 66, Woodland Joint Unified School District Superintendent Elodia Ortega-Lampkin and Board President Rojelio Villagrana share the highlights of creating the “Woodland Community Call to Action: Our United Aspiration for Youth”. Tune in to find out how the community of Woodland plans on making their city the place to be for youth […]