Social Work, Social Services and the heuristic nature of supporting our communities S1E10

Social Work, Social Services and the heuristic nature of supporting our communities (Entry One)

Serving under-resourced areas, where ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds are diverse, research shows that BIPOC women are the foundation of the social services system, carrying the heaviest burden. In this pod’versation, IA discusses the emotional and mental well-being needed, to carry the weight of it all.

Special guests:
Ms. Adriane Hughes
Mrs. Audrey Tousant Shelby

Gay, Proud and Educated – A personal and professional journey through creating inclusive spaces S1E9

Queer, Proud and Educated – The personal and professional journey of creative inclusive spaces

In this pod’versation, IA talks with three men in higher education who have a lifetime of experiences, creating inclusive spaces and existing amidst labels and the preconceived notions of others; all while living authentically.
Special guests:
Dr. Dustin Domingo
Dr. Patric Schine
Dr. Donald B. Scott

Early childhood education and the importance of acknowledging privilege (Entry One) S1E8

Early childhood education and the importance of acknowledging privilege

Described as a time of extreme emotional, physical, social and cognitive development in children, the ‘early childhood’ years are critical to determining who we are and the people we will become.


Taped amidst the anguish and despair shared around the world, surrounding the (May 25, 2020) death of George Floyd while in Minneapolis (MN) police custody, in this episode, IA engages experts in early childhood education.

This pod’versation explores why discussions surrounding privilege, integrity, kindness and compassion are so important during the formative years.

Special guests:
Dr. Hawani Negussie
Dr. Esmirna Valencia

The nuances of neurodiversity – Why context matters (Entry One) S1E7

The nuances of neurodiversity – Why context matters

Blossoming from the term developed in the late 1980’s, by Australian sociologist Judy Singer, Neurodiversity has helped to generate ideas and new research on different forms of thinking and creativity from Dyslexia and ADHD to Sensory awareness and Tourette’s.
IA talks to subject matter experts, practitioners and parents, who know intimately well, why context and understanding of neurodiversity matters.

Special guests:
Dr. Tami Lincoln
Dr. Kathryn Taylor