DiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 3!  Episode 3 Description:
We have the great pleasure of being joined on Episode 3 of DiploChatz by Dr. Sherry Lee Mueller, Distinguished Practitioner in Residence at the School of International Service (SIS), American University, Washington, D.C., teaches a graduate Practicum entitled Cultural Diplomacy and International Exchange. As part of her ongoing consulting practice, in 2015 Professor Mueller served as the Higher Education Specialist for IBTCI on a bi-national team conducting an evaluation of a USAID-sponsored scholarship program for Indonesians. After serving as President of Global Ties U.S. (formerly NCIV) from 1996 to 2011, the Board of Directors named Sherry President Emeritus. Before NCIV, Sherry worked for the Institute of International Education (IIE) as Director, Professional Exchange Programs. Prior to joining IIE, Ms. Mueller served as an Experiment in International Living Leader to the former Soviet Union, a Liaison Officer for the U.S. Department of State, and a lecturer at the University of Rhode Island.

DiploChatz featured on-going Segment: 
Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.  Who is Dr. Yvonne?
In addition to a three decade long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.

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Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International Center

Credits:Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator 
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[S1/E3]  Citizen Diplomacy / The Art of Listening / Speak to Strangers // Guest: Dr. Sherry Mueller, Distinguished Practitioner in Residence at the School of International Service (SIS), American Univ

DiploChatz is an interactive interview podcast program created to spotlight the impact of the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC) around the world. DiploChatz will highlight the work that each NNIC program is doing as well as interview global thinkers, leaders, innovators, and stakeholders who continue to advance the mission and vision of NNIC. The focus of DiploChatz is to engage, educate and empower the global community about the value of NNIC as an agent of social goodness. DiploChatz is hosted by Manuel Mederos, Language Access Specialist for NNIC, and invited guest hosts. We drop a new episode of DiploChatz once a month. In all of our chatz and episodes, DiploChatz reminds our listeners that: "Your Global Engagement Begins with a Chat!" We truly believe that every encounter and interaction we have as humans begins with chat....a quick hello. We encourage listeners to meet strangers because that is the only way we can all understand each other, learn from each other and begin the process of working and supporting each other in this world. To learn more about the Northern Nevada International Center please visit our website: www.nnic.org&nbsp;

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DiploChatz welcomes you to our Second Season - Episode 2!
Guest Co-Host: We are joined as a guest co-host on this second episode by Yulia Rajeh who is a Legal Case Assistant for NNIC's Refugee Resettlement Program. Episode 2 Description:
We will begin every DiploChatz show with a warm welcome to you! We will take this opportunity to introduce you to our episode's guest co-host.
 
On Episode 2 of DiploChatz, we are joined by Dr. Todd Felts, Associate Professor at the Reynolds School of Journalism at the University of Nevada, Reno (UNR).
Dr. Felts teaches media & society, crisis communications, and graduate classes in leadership, innovation, and engagement.  Before joining the faculty more than a decade ago, Dr. Felts directed public relations for international companies and causes, providing media relations counsel during crises and litigation. The University awarded him Outreach Faculty of the Year and he was the Human Services Network Board Member of the Year for his work for Northern Nevada HOPES, a federally qualified health facility in Northern Nevada.  This year, the Association of Fundraising Professionals named him Volunteer Fundraiser of the Year. 

Segment 1 & 2: During the first and second segments of Episode 2, The rules of crisis communications are often used to mitigate and manage public perceptions of issues that affect us all.  A key ingredient in this process is trust.  The way we communicate plus how we act equals the reputation of individuals, organizations, and multinational corporations.  By understanding the cycle of a crisis from detection to listening, we are better equipped to make the right decisions at the right time, reducing the likelihood of the crisis getting out of hand. Players in international markets are often faced with additional challenges.  From language to culture differences, before we speak and act, there is a lot to learn. This discussion will focus on proven leadership approaches to communicating during a difficult time.  It will feature stories of success and how we can all, regardless of our responsibilities, create more positive situations for ourselves and the people impacted by a crisis.  
DiploChatz featured an ongoing Segment: Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.   
Who is Dr. Yvonne? In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness-trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades. 
Credits:   Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator, and Guest Coordinator   

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[S2/E2] The Rules of Crisis Communication // Guest: Dr. Todd Felts, Associate Professor at the Reynolds School of Journalism, UNR

DiploChatz welcomes you to our Second Season - Episode 1! 
Guest Co-Host: We are joined on this first episode by Brandon Denney who is one of NNIC's Medical Coordinators as our DiploChatz Co-Host. Welcome, Brandon!! Episode 1 Description:
We will begin every DiploChatz show with a warm welcome to you! We will take this opportunity to introduce you to our episode's co-host. 
 
On Episode 1 of DiploChatz, we are joined by Ms. Jessica Ear, NNIC Board Member. 
Ms. Jessica Ear has spent the last 30 years working and living in Asia. Her extensive experience ranges from the U.S. Diplomatic Corps where she negotiated with governments to advance political and humanitarian issues, to the Department of Defense where she advised, taught, and instructed U.S. and foreign military and civilian leaders on human security in the Indo-Asia Pacific region. With a legal background in international studies and human rights, Ms. Ear has not only worked with governments, but she has also assisted the United Nations, the private sector, and non-governmental organizations in various areas that aim to improve human lives and conditions. She is versed in international development, refugee policies and resettlement, humanitarian and crisis response and support. As a former refugee from Cambodia, Ms. Ear is dedicated to promoting global peace and security.  

Segment 1: During the first segment of Episode 1, Jessica chatz with DiploChatz about her life story as a former refugee from Cambodia. Jessica opens up about the challenges that she had to go through during her journey fleeing her country and the important role that her parents played while they kept her and her family safe. 
Segment 2: During our second segment, Jessica chatz with us about the human spirit of the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC) which ultimately was one of the reasons why she ended up joining the NNIC Board of Directors.  
DiploChatz featured an ongoing Segment: Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.   
Who is Dr. Yvonne? In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness-trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades. 
Credits:   Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator, and Guest Coordinator    

Send any chatz ideas we should take into consideration on future shows: Email us:  diplochatz@nnic.org   
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[S2/E1] The Human Spirit of NNIC // Guest: Ms. Jessica Ear, NNIC Board Member // Welcome to Season 2!!!

DiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 10!   Episode 10 Description:
On Episode 10 of DiploChatz, we are joined by Chloe Hoy-Bianchi, NNIC Office Manager and World Refugee Day Celebration coordinator! Chloe has worked with NNIC's refugee clients since the end of 2019, first as a community volunteer. She joined the NNIC team in November 2020, working with the refugee families in multiple capacities: as a volunteer and donations coordinator and by developing and for a time subsequently running the Refugee Youth Mentoring Program. 

Segment 1: During the first segment of Episode 10, Chloe chatz with DiploChatz about the daily positive impact that the Northern Nevada International Center (NNIC) has on the lives of many refugee families in Northern Nevada, USA. 
Segment 2: During our second segment, Chloe chatz about the World Refugee Day Celebration that NNIC has worked hard to put together,  which is scheduled for June 18, 2022. You will learn about the meaning behind this celebration. We want to note that this celebration would not have been possible without the support and love of the entire community.  What is World Refugee Day?
World Refugee Day is an international day designated by the United Nations to honor refugees around the globe. It falls each year on June 20 and celebrates the strength and courage of people who have been forced to flee their home country to escape conflict or persecution.  DiploChatz Global Engagement Question: Send responses to:  diplochatz@nnic.org    Are there places near you that celebrate World Refugee Day? If so, how do they celebrate this important event?    DiploChatz featured ongoing Segment: Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.   Who is Dr. Yvonne? In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.  Supported by: DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz!  Learn more about NNIC: Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International Center  Credits:   Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator   Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator  

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[S1/E10] Celebrating World Refugee Day / The huge impact that the Northern Nevada International Center has in each refugee family // Guest: Chloe Hoy-Bianchi, NNCs Office Manager

DiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 9!    Episode 9 Description: DiploChatz Episode 9 is joined by Zeynep Evenson, Middle Years Program Coordinator from the Earl Wooster High School in Reno, Nevada, USA. During the first segment, Ms Evenson will chat with us about the International Baccalaureate Program (IB). During the second segment, NNIC's beloved intern Nicholas Bruk joins to us to chat about his experience at the Earl Wooster High School as a former IB program participant. What is The International Baccalaureate (IB) Program?
The (IB) Program was designed and created in Switzerland in the 1960s, a world-renowned, and an academically challenging program to prepare students aged 16 to 19 for success at university and life beyond. IB program brings global context that fosters mutual respect of human being in order to develops lifelong learners who thrive and make a difference.  DiploChatz Global Engagement Question: Send responses to:  diplochatz@nnic.org    Does your country have a similar program like the (IB) Program? If there is one, what is the name and how might it be the same and or different?    
DiploChatz featured on-going Segment: Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.   Who is Dr. Yvonne? In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.  
Supported by: DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz!  Learn more about NNIC: Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International Center   Credits:   Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator   Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator  

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[S1/E9] Inspiring Young Future Global Leaders // International Baccalaureate Program (IB) // Guests: Zeynep Evenson + IB Program Participant, Nick Bruk

DiploChatz welcomes you to our First Season - Episode 8!   

Episode 8 Description:
DiploChatz Episode 8 is joined by Dr. Cyndy Soto Lopez from the DICE Center at the University of Nevada, Reno. In this episode, Dr. Soto Lopez talks about mental health and trauma and its impact on our daily life, especially in COVID-19 pandemic time. 

Dr. Cyndy Soto Lopez also talks about the important work and impact that the DICE Center is having in the lives of many immigrants and refugees. The DICE Center is dedicated to the dissemination of evidence-based culturally sensitive research. The DICE Center provides critical psychological services in the client’s native language which help clients feel more comfortable while opening up about mental health.  
DiploChatz Global Engagement Question of the Month
Send responses to:  diplochatz@nnic.org  In which way does your country provide mental health services to its citizens?  
DiploChatz featured on-going Segment:
Every month DiploChatz proudly features a segment called Mindfulness Moment with Dr. Yvonne Stedham. This segment provides practical advice on how mindfulness can support you in your daily life.   Who is Dr. Yvonne?
In addition to a three-decade-long career in academia as a professor in the College of Business at the University of Nevada, Reno, Dr. Yvonne Stedham is a Center for Mindfulness trained mindfulness instructor. She has taught Mindful Leadership courses to MBA students, judges, and business executives and has a variety provided mindfulness programs to many organizations, including Microsoft, Hometown Health, and the Nevada Department of Transportation. Dr. Yvonne has been continuously affiliated with the Northern Nevada International Center for decades.

Supported by:
DiploChatz is supported by the City of Reno. Click HERE to learn more about the City of Reno. We thank the City of Reno for their support and for believing in DiploChatz!

Learn more about NNIC:
Visit our website to learn more about the Northern Nevada International Center

Credits:  Manuel Mederos, DiploChatz Host, Producer, Audio Editor, Content Director, Sound Engineer, FX/Music Coordinator   Kevin Sung, DiploChatz Co-Host, Guest Coordinator, Social Media Content Creator  
Interested in starting your own podcast? Use the link below and get started, good luck!
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[S1/E3] Citizen Diplomacy / The Art of Listening / Speak to Strangers // Guest: Dr. Sherry Mueller, Distinguished Practitioner in Residence at the School of International Service (SIS), American Univ

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