Meet Apprecia Faulkner, whose journey began the day she walked onto a community college campus and never looked back. From the windy streets of Chicago to the halls of GW and CSU, she’s studied PoliSci, International Relations, and History—not just to understand the past, but to help write the future. Inspired by Peter Jennings and powered by justice (yes, the “J” in DEIJ), Apprecia has danced through the event circus and come out wiser, bolder, and funnier. Buckle up for a ride through identity, influence, and intentionality—with a Chicago flair and sisterly love as her tailwind.
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Tell Me Your Story and I'll Tell You The World's
Step into the world of Kristina Biyad, where the line between domestic daily life and U.S. foreign policy isn't just blurred—it's non-existent. With degrees from Roger Williams and American University, Kristina is not your average policy wonk. She's on a mission to reconstruct the architecture of global governance, with a knack for connecting community voices to high-level policy debates. From wrestling with architecture and pre-law to praising her mentor, Professor Elizabeth Thompson, Kristina breaks down barriers. Tune in as she dissects the Foreign Policy For America Scorecard and shares how local faith leaders and untraditional voices are crucial to crafting anti-racist, inclusive policies. It's time to get local, think global, and maybe, just maybe, reshape the world.
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A New Year's Resolution 5 Years In the Making, When Art Meets Risk
Listen in as Tahina Montoya, Georgetown’s Practitioner in Residence, navigates the tricky art of saying "no" while balancing a dance of opportunity and risk. Five years into her New Year’s resolution, Tahina is still mastering declines with grace. From her mom graduating college alongside her to deftly managing family expectations as a first-generation Colombian and Air Force officer, Tahina’s journey is as much about defining "yes" as it is about smart refusals. Dive into a candid chat about the pressures of always saying yes, the nuances of negotiation, and the calculated risks that propel us forward. Expect a hearty blend of life lessons, military humor (yes, she married Navy and he married up), and the wisdom that hard work—no matter the language—always resonates. Get ready to laugh, learn, and maybe even rethink your own "yes" and "no."
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President Obama’s Classmate
Dive into a riveting episode where Amber McIntyre shares how a twist of fate landed her and President Obama in the same freshman class, revealing the serendipitous paths to purpose and focus. We'll rocket through NASA's impact, where you don't need to be an astronaut to orbit the agency’s colossal influence. Plus, Amber unpacks her journey from a standout student at FSU to influencing U.S. African Affairs, tackling the tough questions of diplomacy and human suffering. Strap in for a journey through space, politics, and the resilience of the human spirit!
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As Part Of My Becoming Journey, I'm Still Becoming
Listen in as Nassem Qader takes us on a profound journey from the colorful streets of Hyderabad, India, to the snowy paths of Utah, where being a novelty wasn't just a status—it was a daily reality. Growing up with a mother who shoveled snow in a sari and a family that turned heads, Nassem navigated isolation and stood out everywhere, from classrooms to corporate boardrooms. Today, as an advocate for women of color in leadership and a strategist for multicultural markets, Nassem is not just adapting but embracing her unique brand. "I’m still becoming," she says, transforming her experiences into a relentless pursuit of self-discovery and influence. Tune in for a story of identity, resilience, and the pride of voting as citizens, told with a blend of wisdom and reflection. Nassem’s toolbag? Do something unreasonable every day. Naseem's advice? Keep volunteering—because changing the world starts with challenging ourselves.
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