Wendy shares her journey from a curious child wondering how people fit inside a television screen to building a successful career in journalism, communications, and public service. She reflects on the power of storytelling, her passion for travel, and the leadership lessons she’s gained along the way. She also talks about how the Creciente Leadership […]
Now in its 11th year, Hip Hop Goes Global continues to bring together students, educators, artists, and the community through the many elements of hip hop integrated into education — including graffiti, breakdancing, beat making, DJing, and more. The program creates spaces where young people can express themselves, build confidence, and connect through culture and […]
Episode 94 | Season 10 with Giselle Garcia, Program Director at NorCal Resist, in a conversation rooted in community, humanity, and the values that sustain collective growth. Giselle shares how the strength of an organization comes from the people behind it—the commitment of her team, the support they give one another, and the shared belief […]
Episode 93 | Season 10 with Cathy Rodriguez in a conversation rooted in leadership, community, and the power of connection. As President & CEO of the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Cathy shares how strong, connected communities are the foundation for thriving businesses across the Sacramento region. From her upbringing to her leadership today, her journey […]
Episode 92 | Season 10 with Francisco Castillo in a conversation rooted in authenticity, community, and purpose. From his childhood in Nicaragua and San Francisco to his work today as a community advocate and government relations leader in Sacramento, Francisco shares a journey shaped by family, service, and staying true to who he is. His […]
Recorded live at The Rink Studios as part of the Inspiración Speaker Series, we kick off Season 10 with a powerful opening conversation. Our first guest, Félix Contreras—NPR journalist and co-creator of Alt.Latino and Tiny Desk Concerts—joins us for a dialogue rooted in culture, identity, and storytelling. Widely respected for amplifying Latino voices in music […]
As we close out Season 9 of “In Our Tribe,” we’re filled with gratitude for the powerful voices that shaped this season — from community partners and youth developers to musicians, bankers, youth leaders, educators, nonprofit and foundation funders, business owners in the entertainment industry, Latine leaders, and advocates working in youth delinquency prevention. This season highlighted […]
Episode 90 features Chaez Boswell, owner and operator of The Rink Studios, in a conversation grounded in gratitude, purpose, and people-centered leadership. With an extensive background in youth development, Chaez brings a human-first lens to the entertainment and concert events industry—an industry not often known for prioritizing internal growth. He shares how he takes a non-traditional approach to developing […]
Episode 89 features Ashanti Branch—Founder and Executive Director of Ever Forward Club—in a conversation centered on healing, connection, and youth mental health. Now a nationally recognized leader, Ashanti is the creator of the award-winning #MillionMaskMovement, engaging over 75,000 participants worldwide to help young people explore and express their emotions. A 2023 U.S. Surgeon General’s Medallion […]
Episode 88 features Dr. Tina Torres, Creciente Fellow and Director of the K–16 Collaborative at Sacramento State, in a conversation rooted in truth, growth, and transformation. A high school dropout and teenage mom, Dr. Torres didn’t begin her college journey until she was 30. She came up in difficult environments, often without steady support and in spaces […]
Join us for a powerful conversation with Juan Novello, a nationally recognized Latine leader, Vice President of the Sacramento Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, among other leadership roles, and a proud Senior Fellow of the Creciente Latine Leadership Program by YDN. Juan shares his journey, from his childhood and immigration to the U.S. to navigating life […]
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Misty Avila, Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer of the James B. McClatchy Foundation, whose work is bringing “sunshine” to California’s Central Valley. ☀️ With over 15 years supporting nonprofits, Misty shares her journey from community organizing to funding initiatives that strengthen local journalism, multilingual education, and nonprofit leadership. […]