In a world where fast fashion dominates the industry, Narrative Threads challenges the status quo. An initiative, created by Rathna Kalyanaraman, Narrative Threads works with cooperatives and collectives in India who are using traditional methods to create sustainable clothes and accessories. Narrative Threads encompasses more than just bringing products to market; they are preserving centuries’ old weaving, dyeing and skilled artisan methods, reducing environmental impact and sharing the storie...
Jun 30, 2021•49 min•Season 3Ep. 8
Stephanie Mojica can tell you a story, but she wants to help you write yours! She is a development coach, book editor, author, writer and teacher with intentions to help struggling authors get their books to publish with motivation and guidance. Her online course, “Get That Book Written,” stimulates coaches, consultants, attorneys, business owners, speakers and other experts to get started writing the book that will increase their visibility and market reach. She is also a digital nomad having l...
Jun 17, 2021•33 min•Season 3Ep. 7
Mark Davis is the Founder and CEO of The Negotiation Initiative, an executive consultancy firm that coaches and advises clients on how to utilize cultural intelligence to generate profitability alongside DEI. The Negotiation Initiative works directly with organizations to aid them through acquisitions, mergers, expansion, hiring and retention, procurement, sales and other relevant business fields. With cultural intelligence as the backbone of their work, The Negotiation Initiative ensures that e...
May 31, 2021•51 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Wendy Pease is on a mission to help your business go global- no passport required! She is the author of “The Language of Global Marketing,” her brand new book on why and how businesses should be investing and implementing international growth strategies. As the Owner and President of Rapport International, she has facilitated the transformation of businesses through translation, interpretation and multilingual communication. She also hosts a podcast entitled, “The Global Marketing Show” which fe...
May 17, 2021•33 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Joseph Friedman has merged his passions for travel, discovery and environmentalism into a multi-directional life- on land, in the skies and under the sea. He is a flight attendant by trade yet his love of learning, adapting and meeting new people has taken him beyond the runway. Joseph believes that travel is not about the destination; it’s about the journey to appreciate culture and history, destroy division and fear and cultivate your own personal growth. You can see Joseph’s journeys, photogr...
Apr 07, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Lafi is a creative force who uses art as a means of joy, serenity, education, awareness and social impact. They are currently the Program Manager for The Other Side, a cross-cultural exchange of dramatic storytelling among girls and gender diverse youth; they use their talents in the classroom, and they support the nonprofit. When the pandemic began, they founded Keep It on the DL, a virtual mutual aid project connecting students, educators, parents and caregivers worldwide with valuable resourc...
Mar 29, 2021•42 min•Season 3Ep. 3
DJ Shilpa is more than just the woman behind the turntables. She has found the sweet spot of intersecting her cultural heritage with a successful deejay and MCing career, entertaining audiences at parties, clubs and virtual discos. In a very competitive industry, Shilpa has managed to hustle, network and secure opportunities to showcase her talents. Her ability to craft and communicate what her clients crave is effortless. While physically based in the greater New York City area, her reach is gl...
Mar 01, 2021•38 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Rodney Coursey is an integral part of an authentic and intentional music industry. He is the Founder of Garden State Hip-Hop, a company which specializes in music publicity, blogging, event promotions, media training and consulting. For over 10 years, Rodney’s passion for the genre has sprouted a number of projects, collaborations and events. His desire to empower artists and create trust is the reason for his success. You may learn more about Garden State Hip-Hop at gardenstatehiphop.com . Maki...
Feb 25, 2021•25 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Eda Tekeoglu is a seasoned philanthropy professional with a keen understanding of the business in helping others in need. While she is currently the Chief Development Officer for Table to Table, a community-based food rescue program, philanthropy is her life-long passion. For over a decade, she has been working on initiatives to combat hunger and homelessness in the Tri-State area and abroad. She understands the challenges and works tirelessly to connect donors to these important causes. We’re g...
Dec 21, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Melanie Closs is a theatre artist, musician and educator whose passions inspired her investment in girls’ empowerment. She is the Founder and Executive Director of The Other Side Intercultural Theatre Inc., a cross-cultural performing arts and technology program to connect girls from under-served communities. By educating girls through performance and storytelling, The Other Side inspires self-esteem, leadership, empathy and so much more. She has implemented The Other Side programs in multiple s...
Oct 21, 2020•32 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Matthew and Eva are musicians who create, release and perform under the name Pacifico. Pacifico lends its unique sound to the various contributors throughout its 20-year existence in the music world. Influenced by local and global sounds and sights, the duo seeks out musicians and artists to work together on lyrics, beats, remixes, artwork, and more as part of their “Tribe.” To celebrate their 20th anniversary, Pacifico will be releasing the single “When We Were Wild” as well as launching a crow...
Oct 04, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Matthew and Eva are musicians who create, release and perform under the name Pacifico. Pacifico lends its unique sound to the various contributors throughout its 20-year existence in the music world. Influenced by local and global sounds and sights, the duo seeks out musicians and artists to work together on lyrics, beats, remixes, artwork, and more as part of their “Tribe.” To celebrate their 20th anniversary, Pacifico will be releasing the single “When We Were Wild” as well as launching a crow...
Oct 04, 2020•40 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Blueseason is a band consisting of Marawan Nassar, Alexis Mora, Noah Cohill and Darryl Matsune from Riverside, CA, all students from UC Riverside. From their different backgrounds, musical talents and inspirations, the members gel to create a sound that is uniquely their own. Their passion to create is evident and they hope to bring it to the masses. Their singles “Take It Easy” and Knock on Wood" are available to stream on all platforms. Information about Blueseason can be found on their Instag...
Oct 04, 2020•25 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Miquel Romero Carrera is a wine industry expert who has molded his passion for the business and for globe-trotting into a rewarding international career. Currently, he is an export manager who travels often and seeks new wine markets in Latin America and the Caribbean. Previously, he worked in Napa Valley supporting the Robert Mondavi Winery as a wine educator. His work has led him down many roads for exploration, and it is just the beginning of his journey. Making It Here and There is an interv...
Oct 04, 2020•26 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Atmospheric Wannabes! is a musical venture curated by Luis Tedesco based in Buenos Aires. He uses this platform to combine music, art and video into a visual and audio experience to his audience. He touches on themes such as dystopia, science fiction, artificial intelligence and the environment. You can listen to AW! On Spotify and Instagram. Making It Here and There is an interview series focusing on ways in which individuals are using communication- across borders and across cultures- to achie...
Sep 29, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Candice Johnson is the owner of But I’m Not A Critic Though, a platform that cultivates positive music perspectives created and influenced by people of color. The platform features a blog, playlists, artist spotlights and the annual GlowUp festival. Candice’s goal to promote up and coming artists as well as connecting them to growth opportunities has proven to be a success. You can find out more at butimnotacriticthough.com . Making It Here and There is an interview series focusing on ways in wh...
Sep 29, 2020•36 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Gordana Subotic is a writer, researcher and teaching assistant of gender, politics and international affairs whose important work has highlighted the struggles of women in post-Yugoslavian governance. For the last 3 ½ years, she has been conducting research towards earning her PhD, and prior to that, she worked in various NGO’s promoting women’s rights and educational opportunities. In addition, she has volunteered aiding refugees immigrating to Europe. She recently moved to Rome and is wrapping...
Sep 29, 2020•39 min•Season 1Ep. 8
Kerri Lindstrom is a global citizen for life. Her work supporting various intercultural and global health organizations is shown through her selflessness and hard work. She values intercultural communication and storytelling as a means of opening up the larger dialogue of understanding, stronger global networks and peacebuilding. I am going to discuss her journey today. Making It Here and There is an interview series focusing on ways in which individuals are using communication- across borders a...
Sep 29, 2020•26 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Anais Dion is a scientist by trade and global citizen for life. Her worldly upbringing has given her a perspective like none other. By consistently moving, learning and growing up in vastly different cultural environments, she knows firsthand the joys, triumphs, challenges and struggles in communication and building relationships. I am going to discuss her journey today. Making It Here and There is an interview series focusing on ways in which individuals are using communication- across borders ...
Sep 29, 2020•34 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Candice Johnson is the owner of But I’m Not A Critic Though, a platform that cultivates positive music perspectives created and influenced by people of color. The platform features a blog, playlists, artist spotlights and the annual GlowUp festival. Candice’s goal to promote up and coming artists as well as connecting them to growth opportunities has proven to be a success. You can find out more at butimnotacriticthough.com . Making It Here and There is an interview series focusing on ways in wh...
Sep 29, 2020•22 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Marissa Gutierrez-Vicario is an artist, curator, educator, and human rights activist whose passions drive her to bring about a force of change from within. She is the Executive Director of Art and Resistance Through Education (ARTE), an organization that educates young people around human rights change and an Adjunct Professor at the City College of New York in the Art Education Department. By educating and empowering young people to use art as a means of social justice and human rights activism...
Sep 29, 2020•17 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Nora Rahimian is a creative force with a multi-faceted career in the music industry. She has managed artists, produced festivals, spoken internationally, and is the founder of #CultureFix , a global network of cultural producers who use their platforms for social impact. For over 10 years, Nora's passion for social justice, intercultural understanding, and building relationships has sprouted a number of projects worldwide, giving her a global reach. Consistent in all her projects is a strong foc...
Sep 29, 2020•22 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Melanie Closs is a theatre artist, musician and educator whose passions inspired her investment in girls’ empowerment. She is the Founder and Executive Director of The Other Side Intercultural Theatre Inc., a cross-cultural performing arts and technology program to connect girls from under-served communities. By educating girls through performance and storytelling, The Other Side inspires self-esteem, leadership, empathy and so much more. She has implemented The Other Side programs in multiple s...
Sep 23, 2020•35 min•Season 2Ep. 5
