Conversations with Chanda
By Chanda Smith Baker
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Conversations with Chanda isn’t just a podcast — it’s a movement. Hosted by powerhouse CEO, philanthropist, and unapologetic truth-teller Chanda Smith Baker, this award-winning show cuts through the noise to confront the issues that shape our world: race, power, leadership, justice, and philanthropy. With a fearless voice and a deeply personal lens, Chanda brings listeners into raw, unfiltered conversations with national changemakers like, Robin DiAngelo, PhD, Luvvie Ajayi Jones, Caroline Wanga, and Ibram X. Kendi, as well as the bold Twin Cities leaders shaking up business, community, and culture. Whether it's pushing past politeness or unpacking the quiet power behind real change, Conversations with Chanda is where leadership gets real — and personal. This is not just a listen. It’s a call to lead.
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How I Found Myself in the Midwest: Steve Grove on Reinvention and Leadership
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Jul 03, 2025 |
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This Is for Us: The $50K Open Road Fund That Honors Black Futures
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Jun 20, 2025 |
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This is the Time! A Conversation with Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan
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Jun 06, 2025 |
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The Myth of the Fearless Leader: A Conversation with Dr. Tonya Jackman Hampton
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May 23, 2025 |
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Chief Rondo: Securing Justice in the Epicenter of America's Racial Reckoning
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May 09, 2025 |
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Unleash Your Inner Troublemaker: A Conversation with Marisa C. Williams and Luvvie Ajayi Jones
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Apr 25, 2025 |
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The Courage to Be Still with Sharon Bush, Grand Victoria Foundation
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Apr 16, 2025 |
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Beyond Survival: Rewriting the Rules When the System Wasn't Built for You w/ Pierre Berastaín
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Apr 11, 2025 |
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Anchoring Community with Unapologetic Leadership: A Conversation with Karla Henderson
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Mar 28, 2025 |
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The Gladys Method: How Black Women Leaders Navigate and Dismantle Institutional Barriers w/ Sherece Y. West-Scantlebury Ph.D.
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Mar 18, 2025 |
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2-Generation Impact with the Jeremiah Program
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Mar 12, 2025 |
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How a Prison Guard Discovered His Humanity with Nelson Mandela w/ Christo Brand
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Feb 28, 2025 |
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A Radical Vision for a Nation That Works for All w/ Ashleigh Gardere, President of PolicyLink
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Feb 19, 2025 |
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(2023) Breaking Perfection: A Conversation with L'Oreal Thompson Payton
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Feb 13, 2025 |
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(2020) The Hip-Hop Mindset: Creativity, Flow, and Conscious Thought
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Jan 31, 2025 |
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Unlock your Superpower w/ Detria Austin Everson
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Jan 15, 2025 |
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(2021) Leaning Into Business Diversity: A Conversation with John W. Rogers
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Jan 03, 2025 |
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Honoring the Legacies that Sustain Us w/ Lauren Casteel
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Dec 18, 2024 |
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How a Hip-Hop School is Revolutionizing Learning: A Conversation w/ Tony Simmons & David "TC" Ellis
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Dec 13, 2024 |
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A Prosecutor's Radical Approach to Healing and Reform with County Attorney Mary Moriarty
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Nov 29, 2024 |
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(Republish) Navigating Power and Purpose with Gladys Krigger Washington
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Nov 19, 2024 |
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Live! Turning Pain Into Purpose: A Conversation with Sheena Meade
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Nov 08, 2024 |
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Live! Investing in Community-Driven Change: A Conversation with Simone Hardeman-Jones and Ali Knight
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Oct 25, 2024 |
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How Black Women Leaders Can Thrive in a World That Often Silences Them with Andrea Caupain Sanderson
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Oct 16, 2024 |
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My Life as a Black Cop and a Championship Coach: A Conversation with Charles Adams (OA)
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Oct 10, 2024 |
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Focusing on Policy Solutions: A Conversation with Nevada Littlewolf
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Sep 27, 2024 |
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The Unspoken Struggle of Black Women Leaders with Sadiqa Reynolds
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Sep 18, 2024 |
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Defending Democracy and Reproductive Rights: A Conversation with Ruth Richardson
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Sep 13, 2024 |
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Debunking the Myths in Politics: A Conversation with Keesha Gaskins-Nathan
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Aug 30, 2024 |
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The Silent Epidemic: A Conversation with Dr. Marc Gorelick
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Aug 23, 2024 |
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From Crafting Spirits to Becoming One: A Conversation with Chris Montana
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Aug 09, 2024 |
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Beyond the Badge: A Conversation with Alice White
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Jul 26, 2024 |
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Rethinking Policing & Empowering Women in Law Enforcement: A Conversation with Kris Arneson
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Jul 12, 2024 |
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Breaking Barriers and Building Bridges: A Conversation with Deborah Montgomery
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Jun 28, 2024 |
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How Uncovering My Family's History Set Me Free: A Conversation with Lee Hawkins
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Jun 14, 2024 |
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Harnessing Legacy & Leadership - A Conversation with Dr. Rachel Hardeman and Simone Hardeman-Jones
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May 24, 2024 |
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Unleashing the Power of Education Justice: A Conversation with Dr. Gisele Shorter
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May 15, 2024 |
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Live! Shaping the Future: Women's Role in Law Enforcement
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May 10, 2024 |
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Coming in Hot: A Conversation with Dr. Tashion Macon
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Apr 26, 2024 |
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Leadership, Justice, and Accountability with Antoinette Malveaux
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Apr 17, 2024 |
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Live! Navigating the Intersection of Technology, Leadership, and Inclusion: With Nancy Lyons
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Apr 05, 2024 |
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Amplifying AI for Social Impact: A Conversation with Dr. Vivienne Ming
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Mar 22, 2024 |
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Cultivate Hope with Flozell Daniels, Jr.
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Mar 20, 2024 |
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Blending Medicine, Music, and Women's Health Globally: A Conversation with Dr. Rahel Nardos
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Mar 08, 2024 |
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Navigating Place and Space with Judy Belk
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Feb 21, 2024 |
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Black Men Teach: A Conversation with Markus Flynn
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Feb 09, 2024 |
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Bold and Fluent: A Conversation with Rep. Ilhan Omar
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Jan 26, 2024 |
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(2019) Central Park Five: A Conversation with Dr. Yusef Salaam
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Jan 13, 2024 |
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Live! With Amanda Brinkman on The Business of Nonprofits
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Dec 29, 2023 |
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Navigating Power and Purpose with Gladys Washington
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Dec 20, 2023 |
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Live! Nonprofit Board Lab 2023: New Commonwealth Fund Panel
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Dec 15, 2023 |
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We Deserve It: A Conversation with Malik Rucker
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Dec 01, 2023 |
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Leading Change: Conversations with Wenda Weekes Moore & Phyllis Goff
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Nov 17, 2023 |
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Breaking Perfection: Conversations with L'Oreal Thompson Payton
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Nov 15, 2023 |
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Part I - Grieving & Work: A Conversation with Takema Robinson
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Oct 20, 2023 |
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Part II - Grieving & Work: A Conversation with Takema Robinson
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Oct 20, 2023 |
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Holding Complexities: Dialogues with Yanique Redwood
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Oct 18, 2023 |
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LIVE! Jun 7, 2023 “Portraits of Us” Book Release: A Conversation with Black Women in Philanthropy
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Sep 22, 2023 |
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“The Real” Intersections of Racial Equity & Impact Investing with Erika Seth Davies
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Sep 20, 2023 |
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I Did Not Allow My Purpose to Become A Prison: A Conversations with Dion Dawson
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Sep 08, 2023 |
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Graceful Leadership: Wisdom from Angel Roberson Daniels
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Aug 30, 2023 |
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Live! With Keith Ellison on Justice and Accountability
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Aug 25, 2023 |
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Empowering Communities for Health Equity w/ Qiana Thomason
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Aug 23, 2023 |
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From Accountability to Advocacy: Climate Justice and Leadership Insights w/ Conniel Malek
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Aug 16, 2023 |
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A Journey of Identity, Writing, and Community: A Conversation with Shayla Michelle
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Aug 11, 2023 |
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Put It On The Wall W/ Tashion Macon
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Aug 09, 2023 |
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Empowering Voices: Centering Black Women in Philanthropy w/ Toya Randall
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Aug 02, 2023 |
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Picture of Redemption: A Conversation with Maya Moore Irons & Jonathan Irons
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Jul 28, 2023 |
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Caste: A Conversation with Isabel Wilkerson
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Jul 18, 2023 |
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Unburden Yourself: A Conversation with Nikki McComb
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May 12, 2023 |
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Change is Possible: A Conversation with Artika Roller
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Apr 28, 2023 |
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Breaking Past Limits: A Conversation with Tameka Jones
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Mar 31, 2023 |
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The Language of the Spirit: A Conversation With Tish Jones
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Mar 17, 2023 |
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Under the Skin: A Conversation with Linda Villarosa
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Mar 03, 2023 |
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Uncovering Talent: A Conversation with Miquel McMoore
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Feb 17, 2023 |
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Breaking Open: A Conversation with Jana Shortal
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Feb 03, 2023 |
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The New Entrepreneur: A Conversation with Lutunji Abram
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Jan 20, 2023 |
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Investing in Possibility: A Conversation with Lewiee Blaze, KJ Rolenc, and Brandon Williams
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Jan 06, 2023 |
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Your Vote Matters: A Conversation with Eric Holder
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Dec 16, 2022 |
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Why Representation and Accessibility Matter: A Conversation with Kayce Ataiyero
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Dec 02, 2022 |
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I'm Not Broken: A Conversation with Jesse Leon
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Nov 18, 2022 |
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The Future of Doing Good: A Conversation with Trista Harris
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Nov 04, 2022 |
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Live! With Amanda Brinkman on the Business of Nonprofits
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Oct 21, 2022 |
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The Tipping Point: A Conversation with Peter Neufeld and Sara Jones
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Oct 07, 2022 |
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Building America the Beautiful: A Conversation with Susan Taylor
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Sep 23, 2022 |
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Strength Shows Up: A Conversation with Dr. Sylvia Bartley
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Sep 09, 2022 |
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Prioritizing Mental Health: A Conversation with Sue Abderholden
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Aug 26, 2022 |
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The Human Side of History: A Conversation with Uzoma Obasi
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Jul 29, 2022 |
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Investing in Home: A Conversation with Malik Rucker
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Jul 01, 2022 |
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More, Different, and Better: A Conversation with Sasha Cotton
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Jun 17, 2022 |
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The Data Behind Mass Shootings: A Conversation with Jillian Peterson (Re-Release)
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Jun 03, 2022 |
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Meeting the Moment: A Conversation with Adair Mosley
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May 20, 2022 |
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It’s All Community: A Conversation with Robert Ashcraft
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May 06, 2022 |
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The Cost of Segregation: A Conversation with Heather McGhee
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Apr 22, 2022 |
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Art and Revolution: A Conversation with Cara Deanes
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Apr 08, 2022 |
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The Liberation of Being Yourself: A Conversation with Caroline Wanga (Re-Release)
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Mar 25, 2022 |
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The Push For Better Policing: A Conversation with Tracey Meares
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Mar 11, 2022 |
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Reimagining the Future: A Conversation with Bo Thao-Urabe
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Feb 25, 2022 |
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We Are the Work: A Conversation with Repa Mekha
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Feb 11, 2022 |
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Nurturing Your Spirit: A Conversation with Patrice Relerford
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Jan 28, 2022 |
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The Energy of Equity: A Conversation with Brett C. Carter
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Jan 14, 2022 |
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A Look Back at 2021
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Dec 17, 2021 |
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Philanthropy in Focus: Conversations with Philanthropy Experts
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Dec 03, 2021 |
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Building a Bold Future: A Conversation with Tonya Allen
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Nov 19, 2021 |
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Unleashing Human Magic: A Conversation with Hubert Joly and Piyumi Samaratunga
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Nov 05, 2021 |
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The Vibrations of Trauma: A Conversation with Kevin Reese
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Oct 22, 2021 |
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More Than Just The News: A Conversation with Jason DeRusha
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Oct 08, 2021 |
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Climate Urgency and Action: A Conversation with Sven Sundgaard
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Sep 24, 2021 |
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Education in Focus: Conversations with Education Experts
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Sep 10, 2021 |
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Leaning into Business Diversity: A Conversation with John W. Rogers, Jr.
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Aug 27, 2021 |
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Creating Safe, Healthy, and Hopeful Communities: A Conversation with Anthony Smith
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Aug 13, 2021 |
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The Art of Philanthropy: A Conversation with Jen Ford Reedy
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Jul 27, 2021 |
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Centering Student Voices: A Conversation with Lisa Pawelak
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Jul 16, 2021 |
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Doing Philanthropy Differently: A Conversation with Toya Randall
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Jul 02, 2021 |
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Defining Blackness: A Conversation with Yaba Blay
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Jun 18, 2021 |
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Moving into Action: A Conversation with Barry Friedman
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Jun 04, 2021 |
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Unapologetically Black: A Conversation with Otis Moss
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May 28, 2021 |
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I Can’t Breathe: A Conversation with Angela Harrelson and Paris Stevens
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May 25, 2021 |
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How Racism Mutates: A Conversation with Deborah Archer
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May 14, 2021 |
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Uprooting Inequality: A Conversation with Jelani Cobb
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May 07, 2021 |
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Blue Kneels Too: A Conversation with RaShall Brackney
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Apr 28, 2021 |
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Tearing Down Barriers: A Conversation with Kim Foxx
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Apr 16, 2021 |
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The Modern Classroom: A Conversation with Kareem Farah
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Apr 02, 2021 |
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Transforming Systems: A Conversation with Elizer Darris
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Mar 26, 2021 |
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Healing Through Stories: A Conversation with Jim Bear Jacobs
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Mar 12, 2021 |
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Building Trust: A Conversation with Drew Evans
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Mar 05, 2021 |
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Changing the Narrative: A Conversation with Ibram X. Kendi
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Feb 19, 2021 |
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Turning Anguish into Action: A Conversation with Scott Hagan
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Feb 12, 2021 |
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In the Midst of Madness: A Conversation with Eddie Glaude Jr.
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Jan 29, 2021 |
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Breaking Hate: A Conversation with Christian Picciolini and Keith Ellison (Re-Release)
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Jan 22, 2021 |
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The Levers of Leadership: A Conversation with Isaiah Oliver
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Jan 15, 2021 |
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Keeping Up with Brilliance: A Conversation with Christopher Emdin
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Dec 04, 2020 |
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Showing Up: A Conversation with Michael Vick
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Nov 19, 2020 |
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Pushing for Change: A Conversation with Sharon Sayles Belton
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Nov 06, 2020 |
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Speaking Up: A Conversation with Josh Okogie and Ryan Saunders
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Oct 23, 2020 |
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More Than Basketball: A Conversation with Napheesa Collier and Cheryl Reeve
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Oct 09, 2020 |
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Processing Together: A Conversation with Starsky Wilson
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Sep 25, 2020 |
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Leadership in a Crisis: A Conversation with Ron Heifetz
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Sep 18, 2020 |
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Moving from Empathy to Justice: A Conversation with Vu Le
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Sep 04, 2020 |
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Trusting Community: A Conversation with Vu Le
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Aug 19, 2020 |
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The Evolution of Minneapolis: A Conversation with Tom Weber
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Aug 07, 2020 |
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Where Past Meets Present: A Conversation with Nicholas Buccola
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Jul 24, 2020 |
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Moving Humanity Forward: A Conversation with P.J. Hill
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Jul 10, 2020 |
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Fighting for Your Humanity: A Conversation with Leslie Redmond
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Jun 25, 2020 |
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Leading Through Grief: A Conversation with Nina Robertson and Brandon Williams
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Jun 19, 2020 |
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The Transformation of Youth: A Conversation with Larry McKenzie
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Jun 05, 2020 |
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Keeping Community at the Center: A Conversation with Shannon Smith Jones
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May 22, 2020 |
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The Color of Law: A Conversation with Richard Rothstein
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May 08, 2020 |
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Mobilizing Resources During COVID-19: A Conversation with Lisa Fitzpatrick and Natalie Davis
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Apr 24, 2020 |
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Speaking Truth with Grace: A Conversation with Osagyefo Sekou
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Apr 17, 2020 |
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The Freedom to Be: A Conversation with Andrea Jenkins
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Apr 10, 2020 |
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The Data Behind Mass Shootings: A Conversation with Jillian Peterson
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Mar 27, 2020 |
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Getting to the Roots: A Conversation with Curtiss DeYoung
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Mar 13, 2020 |
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Live! with Tim Wise on White Privilege
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Mar 11, 2020 |
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Breaking Hate: A Conversation with Christian Picciolini and Keith Ellison
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Feb 27, 2020 |
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Live! at Medtronic HQ for the Minnesota PRSA Diversity and Inclusion Forum
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Dec 20, 2019 |
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Finding Where You Fit: A Conversation with Bill George
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Dec 17, 2019 |
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Knowing Your Power: A Conversation with James Forman, Jr.
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Oct 30, 2019 |
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Taking on Equity: A Conversation with Cherise Fanno Burdeen
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Oct 16, 2019 |
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Live! with Josie Johnson on Finding Hope in the Struggle
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Oct 09, 2019 |
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From Pain to Positivity: A Conversation with Yusef Salaam
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Sep 18, 2019 |
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Fighting for Change: A Conversation with Wanda Johnson and Ron Davis
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Sep 18, 2019 |
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Live! with Yusef Salaam on the Criminal Justice System
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Aug 19, 2019 |
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The Burden of Brilliance: A Conversation with Acooa Ellis
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Aug 13, 2019 |
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Grieving Out Loud: A Conversation with Valerie Castile
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Aug 12, 2019 |
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Trying to Be Purple: A Conversation with Van Jones
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Aug 12, 2019 |
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Listening Again and Again: A Conversation with Patrick Troska
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Aug 12, 2019 |
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The Asset of Complexity: A Conversation with Anil Hurkadli
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Aug 12, 2019 |
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Being an Advocate: A Conversation with Valerie Jarrett
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Aug 12, 2019 |
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The Liberation of Being Yourself: A Conversation with Caroline Wanga
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Aug 12, 2019 |
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Live! with Edgar Villanueva on Decolonizing Wealth
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May 28, 2019 |
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Live! with Robin DiAngelo on White Fragility
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May 28, 2019 |