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Trailblazing in the Margins With Alex Chester-Iwata

Today’s guest is Alex Chester-Iwata, an actor and founder of the online publication, Mixed Asian Media. Born out of a lack of representation across TV, film, and theater, Mixed Asian Media is a collective created by multiracial, mixed Asian/Pacific Islanders (API) that seeks to build community through conversations of what it means to be of mixed API descent. 
 
In this conversation, we journey back to Alex’s days as a young performer, and the early pitfalls of the entertainment industry that later turned into motivation for her work as a founder and editor-in-chief.
 
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Living the Vow With Tasshin

Today’s guest is Tasshin Fogleman, an extremely online pilgrim wandering this precious world for the benefit of all beings.
 
In this conversation, we explore Tasshin’s Buddhist journey and ongoing pilgrimage, and the service and creative projects led by his curiosity, loving kindness, and aspiration to empower others. 
 
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Showing the Work With Cory Daise

Today’s guest is coach and community leader Cory Daise, who specializes in working with entrepreneurs and leaders of color. Those who are driven to create a more just world and looking to find joy in the process.
 
In this conversation, we journey back to Cory’s athletic journey and life changing experience at Morehouse College, and explore his ethos of showing your work behind the highlight reels.  
 
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Healing Through Music With J. Aaron Boykin

Today’s guest is musician and actor J. Aaron Boykin, who “blends Hip-Hop, Pop and R&B-styles effortlessly" while living his motto of “healing through music.” In this conversation, we discuss his musical roots, his purpose in finding “black boy joy,” and the value of knowing yourself in creative endeavors and personal growth.
 
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The Art of Magic With Tara Edwards

Today’s guest is Tara Edwards, a writer, editor, podcaster, and Twitch streamer based in Ohio, known for her work in the digital media landscape. Driven by a deep-rooted passion for storytelling, Tara utilizes her diverse background and expertise to create thought-provoking content that captivates and resonates with readers.
 
In this conversation, we put on our writer hats and spotlight the value of media literacy and storytelling by unpacking some of our favorite shows such as "Grey's Anatomy," “The Idol,” “The Glory,” and “The Bear.”
 
Piano: "Liz on Top of the World"
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Celebrating a Writer’s Life With Stacey Rose

Today’s guest is theatre, film, and television writer Stacey Rose. Throughout her career, Stacey has been awarded with honors such as the Mcknight Fellowship, the Sundance Theatre Lab Fellowship, Playwrights’ Center Many Voices Fellowship, and the Dramatist Guild Fellowship. She is the the artistic director of Queen City New Play Initiative, and her television credits include “9-1-1” and “She’s Gotta Have It.”
 
In this conversation, we discuss the ongoing WGA writer’s strike, the differences between writing for the stage versus film and television, as well as Stacey’s journey with sobriety, spirituality, and the exploration of black identity.
 
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Harnessing Future Technology With Katelyn Lemay & Nolan Filter

Today’s guests are technologist and disability activist Katelyn Lemay, and indie game developer Nolan Filter. Together, they are the creators of Tarotbot, a tool for Discord, Slack, Cohost, and Tumblr users to draw tarot cards with to-the-point simplicity, alongside carefully curated descriptions and definitions for each card. 
 
In this conversation, we unpack the dynamic between humanity and technology in 2023, their perspectives on automation and AI, and the power of technology to empower arenas such as education, entertainment, and accessibility for everyday living.
 
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Braving Authenticity With Paul Silva

Today's guest is business and leadership coach Paul Silva, who draws on both his work with culinary students and those in addiction recovery, to help clients get out of the sidelines of their lives. In our conversation, Paul unpacks his relationship to spirit and sobriety, and how they empower his authenticity and full self-expression.
 
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Transitions and Transformation With Erique Zhang

Today’s guest is communication and media scholar Erique Zhang, whose work focuses the intersection of beauty, race, and transgender identity. As a PhD candidate in the Media, Technology, and Society program at Northwestern, Erique’s research seeks to interrogate how normative beauty ideals are produced through media representations and how trans women and femmes navigate these norms in their everyday lives.
 
In our conversation, we discuss their journey and transition as a trans feminine person, the tension between visibility and anonymity, and the things we take for granted in a cis, heteronormative culture.
 
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Alchemizing Masculinity and Relationships With Bob Conlin

Today’s guest is Master Certified Coach Bob Conlin, the author of “Why My Relationships Suck: How to Create Strong Relationships with Courage and Heart.” In our conversation, Bob shares the lessons forged through previous chapters and relationships, and the way purpose and intention show up in his relationship work with individuals, couples, and groups.
 
This June, Bob will be co-leading The Alchemy of Men retreat in Fairview, Utah, for those looking to build lasting community, overcome challenges, lean into your biggest goals, and discover your untapped potential. Check out the link to learn more about this all-inclusive experience.
 
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