On this episode of CrossStreets, we visited Stages Grooming Lounge and Barber Shop to talk to John the Barber about owning a local business, the loyalty of his customers and the culture created in a barbershop.

On this episode of CrossStreets, we speak to Kydee Williams, Manager of Diversity and Inclusion at CBS Corporation. Kydee speaks about her inspirations in the field of diversity, equity and inclusion, the influence of her Jamaican roots and the importance of giving back.

On this episode of CrossStreets, we hear from education thought leader, Jason Brooks, who believes, “justice is at the intersection of an understanding of history, humility and creativity.” Jason shares with us his educational journey, why access to resources is vital and the significance of vigilance over progress.

On this episode, we hear from our friend Kenton Kirby, a social worker and Director of Practice at the Center for Court Innovation, as he describes working with youth all over the five boroughs, the importance of being a responsive resource and why asking for an invitation is better than making an assumption.

On this episode of CrossStreets, we recorded a remote interview via Skype with our friend Nick George about the importance of listening, why good readers make good writers and letting your voice be heard in Central Virginia and beyond. Nick is the founder and executive director of The Listening Inc, a performing arts community in … Continue reading Employ the Art of Listening →

On this episode of Cross Streets, we have a conversation with Ms Zelma. Ms Zelma is the site director for the Freedom School Program at the historic Concord Baptist Church of Christ in Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn. We talk about her passion for education, the importance of empowering young people and her hope for Bed-Stuy. To learn … Continue reading A Good Teacher Shows Integrity →

Welcome back to Cross Streets! Listen to learn more about who we interviewed for Season 2!

On this final episode of Season 1, we hear from Chris as he shares his vision of equity, the impact of his upbringing and his belief in resilience.

On this final episode of Season 1, we hear from Chris as he shares his vision of equity, the impact of his upbringing and his belief in resilience.

On this episode of Cross Streets, we hear from Jamal Simon as he shares about violence playing an important role in people’s lives, the value of knowing your neighbors and pursuing his childhood dream while defeating the odds against him.