Breaking Bias

About this Episode This is part two of a two-part series with Trevia Woods. This week we discuss what can be done to become more culturally competent and how finding connection to our own heritage can help us appreciate that of others. We also discuss cultural appropriation and how important it is to support actual Indigenous artists and creators rather than buying from a wholesaler. Guest/Episode Links: https://www.manytreeslifeway.com/ https://www.instagram.com/trevia_woods/ Connect with Us: Website:  https://www.breakingbiaspodcast.com/ Breaking Bias Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingbias/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbiaspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakingbiaspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/   Podcast: Podcast Host Dashboard: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakingbiaspodcast Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981

About this Episode This week Heather is joined again by guest host Ninah and they sit down with Ninah’s longtime friend, Trevia, to hear about her experience growing up mixed race and the struggle to find identity, This is part one of a two part episode with Trevia so don’t miss next weeks conclusion as we dive even deeper into hot topics around cultural heritage. Guest/Episode Links: https://www.manytreeslifeway.com/ https://www.instagram.com/trevia_woods/ Connect with Us: Website:  https://www.breakingbiaspodcast.com/ Breaking Bias Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingbias/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbiaspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakingbiaspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/   Podcast: Podcast Host Dashboard: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakingbiaspodcast Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981

About this Episode Today former co-host Ninah joins Heather for a deep, and important conversation with Sikowis Nobiss of the George Gordon First Nation. Sikowis is the founder of Great Plains Action Society and Truthsgiving.org. Please be advised this episode contains triggering topics. We hope you’ll join us as we talk about some very real issues that remain today. Change requires a willingness to get uncomfortable. We truly hope you’ll join us in an effort to find the truest version of history and uplift voices from the indigenous community. Guest/Episode Links: https://www.truthsgiving.org/ https://www.greatplainsaction.org/ Connect with Us: Website:  https://www.breakingbiaspodcast.com/ Breaking Bias Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingbias/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbiaspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakingbiaspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/   Podcast: Podcast Host Dashboard: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakingbiaspodcast Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981

About this Episode Short episode with Heather sharing some updates, fun facts about listener demographics and some primer questions to ignite those brains in preparation for this months talks with people from the Indigenous/Native American community. Connect with Us: Website:  https://www.breakingbiaspodcast.com/ Breaking Bias Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingbias/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbiaspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakingbiaspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/   Podcast: Podcast Host Dashboard: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakingbiaspodcast Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981

About this Episode In this episode Heather chats it up with friend Rolando Alfaro as he shares a deeper look into his move to the US from El Salvador when he was just a kid. Rolando has faced many challenges but keeps a level head and a positive attitude. He shares with us what it was like to cross into the US on foot at 4am and quickly face stark uncomfortable changes in life including being bullied, food insecurity and having to take on an adult mindset at age 11 in an effort to lower stress on his single mom. Rolando currently lives in Utah with his wife and two kids; he is a strong believer in hard work, loyalty, lifelong education and giving back to others. Guest/Episode Links: https://www.facebook.com/rolando.alfaro https://www.instagram.com/rolandoa_slc/ https://card.get-card.com/rolando-alfaro/ Connect with Us: Website:  https://www.breakingbiaspodcast.com/ Breaking Bias Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingbias/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbiaspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakingbiaspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/   Podcast: Podcast Host Dashboard: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakingbiaspodcast Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981

About this Episode In this episode Heather is joined by the amazing Sandy Rodriguez who opens up about her life journey and how it has shaped who she is today. She shares how living in multiple countries and often being an outsider helped her grow as a person and experience things from a more well-rounded perspective. Living in Mexico City she experienced both incredible success and devastating personal tragedy all of which help guide her to a major move and career shift. Guest/Episode Links: https://www.instagram.com/choosetoprevail/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/965642460582655 https://www.heartofhollywoodmagazine.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Choose-Prevail-Unexpected-Insights-Challenges-ebook/dp/B08HVT5PPL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2Q8WC5J1RH7OL&dchild=1&keywords=choose+to+prevail+sandy+rodriguez&qid=1634907288&qsid=132-6770854-4124841&sprefix=choose+to+prevail+sandy+rodriguez%2Caps%2C87&sr=8-1&sres=1098327780%2CB00949CTQQ%2CB01N52BDQ7%2CB07XNY4QFX%2CB01DTOEY6O%2CB01DTOEZLI%2CB08TCMGBM6%2CB015G0F03U%2CB01DTOEXUQ%2CB094771W4K%2CB000WZJ1X0%2CB095ZW8XQ6%2CB076FTC6FQ%2CB000GIH1MG%2CB09471YWT3%2CB01JHD9FIS Connect with Us: Website:  https://www.breakingbiaspodcast.com/ Breaking Bias Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingbias/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbiaspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakingbiaspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/   Podcast: Podcast Host Dashboard: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakingbiaspodcast Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981

About this Episode On this episode Heather dives into the conversation with Dr. Joel Pérez who is a multi-hyphenated professional with an immigrant background and a passion for helping others create success. Joel shares his personal history growing up including a couple pivotal moments that helped him find direction and set big goals. They discuss growing up watching as neighborhood demographics shift, how cultural competency isn’t enough and how to ensure you are fully aligned with your company and/or when it’s time to move on. Guest/Episode Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joelperezphd/ https://apoyocoaching.com/ Connect with Us: Website:  https://www.breakingbiaspodcast.com/ Breaking Bias Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingbias/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbiaspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakingbiaspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/   Podcast: Podcast Host Dashboard: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakingbiaspodcast Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981

Short episode touching on the lack of attention missing POC get and what little thing we're doing to help. Facebook goes down and proves that Diversity matters in all things not the least of which how we market our businesses and interact with others. Finally we are highlighting voices from the Latinx community in October so I share a couple interesting facts and leave you with an important question. 

About this Episode This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Jerry Fu who is a pharmacist and the founder of Adapting Leaders. This conversation was so informative and fun. Like most of us, Jerry has a long and storied history in dealing with conflict. Instead of letting the negative take over he utilizes his experiences to help others overcome challenges through his coaching and leadership platform. Jerry is a humble professional looking to help others level up while gaining a better respect and understanding of both Asian and multi-cultural experiences. Guest/Episode Links: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jerry-fu-pharmd-acc-53710187/ https://www.adaptingleaders.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Humble-Inquiry-Second-Instead-Telling-ebook/dp/B08DG9CLB3/ref=sr_1_2?crid=YO26HIZGBTZ1&dchild=1&keywords=humble+inquiry&qid=1632782286&sprefix=humble+in%2Caps%2C261&sr=8-2 Connect with Us: Website:  https://www.breakingbiaspodcast.com/ Breaking Bias Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingbias/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbiaspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakingbiaspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/   Podcast: Podcast Host Dashboard: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakingbiaspodcast Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981

About this Episode Today’s guest is the amazing Julie Pham. She is Vietnamese born, American raised, refugee. Julie has dedicated her life to continued learning and development. She has some incredible stories and perspectives to share. This conversation reminds us that there are always multiple sides to every story and one person’s truth does not often cleanly align with another’s. Guest/Episode Links: https://www.amazon.com/Their-War-Perspectives-Vietnamese-Veteran-%C3%89migr%C3%A9s-ebook/dp/B07TQGJ6LQ/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1632167000&sr=8-1 https://formsofrespect.com/ Connect with Us: Website:  https://www.breakingbiaspodcast.com/ Breaking Bias Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingbias/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingbiaspodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakingbiaspod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/   Podcast: Podcast Host Dashboard: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breakingbiaspodcast Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981