Conversations with Chanda

Conversations with Chanda

By Chanda Smith BakerSociety & Culture
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Conversations with Chanda episodes

  • Breaking Past Limits: A Conversation with Tameka Jones
    Tameka Jones launched her business, Lip Esteem, in 2020 during the height of the pandemic and civil unrest. Chanda connected with Tameka to discuss Tameka's entrepreneurial spirit, the decisions that led her to the beauty industry, and how she found healing through her artistry.
    54 min
  • The Language of the Spirit: A Conversation With Tish Jones
    Tish Jones is a poet, narrative strategist, cultural producer, educator, and the Founder & Executive Director of TruArtSpeaks. In this episode, Chanda and Tish discuss the connection between art and healing, the relational work within the education system, and why there’s hope for our new generation of creators.
    54 min
  • Under the Skin: A Conversation with Linda Villarosa
    Linda Villarosa is a New York Times contributor, professor, and author of "Under the Skin: The Hidden Toll of Racism on American Lives and on the Health of Our Nation." In this episode, Chanda and Linda discuss the structural changes needed in our healthcare system, how the pandemic affected mental health, and the toll of micro and macro aggressions.
    44 min
  • Uncovering Talent: A Conversation with Miquel McMoore
    Miquel McMoore is the Founder and Managing Director of kpCompanies. Her business helps small, mid-size, to large multinational companies find the right executive talent for their culture. Chanda connected with Miquel to discuss job market trends, the complexities of DEI work, and the importance of relationship building.
    1 hr
  • The New Entrepreneur: A Conversation with Lutunji Abram
    Lutunji Abram's background in community development, the arts, and food brings a lot to the table. She has created multiple businesses, including Lutunji's Palate Bakery & Cafe. In this episode, Chanda talked to Lutunji about her journey to becoming an entrepreneur and the power of finding your purpose.
    51 min
  • Investing in Possibility: A Conversation with Lewiee Blaze, KJ Rolenc, and Brandon Williams
    Lewiee Blaze, K.J. Rolenc, and Brandon Williams are leaders on the Minneapolis Foundation's Fund for Safe Communities Advisory Committee. This past fall, the three of them attended a convening hosted by Cities United—a national organization focused on violence reduction and public safety. In this conversation, they discuss the strategies and systems they learned about at the conference and how their lived experiences inform their work.
    1 hr
  • Your Vote Matters: A Conversation with Eric Holder
    Eric Holder is a civil rights leader, former U.S. Attorney General, and the author of "Our Unfinished March: The Violent Past and Imperiled Future of the Vote—A History, a Crisis, a Plan." Chanda sat down with Eric to discuss the actions people can take to protect our democracy, the danger of disinformation, and the connection between optimism and activism.
    1 hr
  • I'm Not Broken: A Conversation with Jesse Leon
    Jesse Leon's recent memoir, "I'm Not Broken," shares his story of resilience. Jesse survived devastating childhood abuse and years of addiction to become the leader he is today. His experiences have informed his perspective on philanthropy, affordable housing, LGBTQ+ advocacy, and more. In this heartfelt conversation, Chanda and Jesse discuss the importance of sharing his story and investing in mental health.
    1 hr 8 min

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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…