Guest speaker Dr. Zarik Boghossian joins the Elevating Voices panel and Dr. Farzin Madjidi to discuss their shared culture of Iran, and the associated history the country has; while also talking on how they view education and what the role of knowledge has in their family circle. 

The Elevating Voices panel discusses the work Ms. Anabtawi and Dr. Wickramasinghe do in their respective organizations, and how they strive to help societal growth now, as well as their plans for the future of their work.

The Leadership Panel interviews Lakisha Young and discusses the concept of empowering parents across America in efforts of bettering the lives of both them and their children. 

The group meets with Dr. Sonya Sharififard to discuss topics affected by covid, and the cultural implications that both arise, and are affected as a result of the ongoing pandemic.

In this episode of the podcast, the team engages in discourse with Dr. Candy Williams, involving expectations for men and women alike in the work environment, as well as discussing personal accounts and goals in terms of achieving goals that the team has set for themselves.

The table interviews special guest Rob Reyes and discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion; and Rob's personal involvement in the subject.

Dr. Miramontes' panel discusses the inclusion of imposterism within the academic world, sharing personal anecdotes and offering advice on how to best approach the subject.

The hosts discuss the power of literature and the impact words have had on their respective careers.

Dr. Gabriella Miramontes leads an interview with Dr. Melvin Johnson on his latest novel "The McKinnens"

Dr. Johnson's book: "The McKinnens"

Janae Oliver and panel discuss African American women and and how best to help battle unfavorable norms and conditions they face based on historical occurrences