In this conversation, Dr. Raquel Martin and Angelica Ross discuss various topics including therapy, medication, substance use, activism, and spirituality. They emphasize the importance of being purposeful in one's actions and energy, and the need to strengthen the relationship with therapy. They also discuss the criminalization of drug use and the need for decriminalization, particularly in marginalized communities. They highlight the power of representation and the responsibility of leaders to do the work to create positive change. They also touch on the importance of recognizing power dynamics and systemic issues within one's own country. In this conversation, Angelica Ross and Dr. Raquel Martin discuss the importance of addressing powerlessness and taking control of one's own life. They explore the concept of personal choice and the need to flex our power as individuals. Angelica shares her journey of self-discovery and empowerment, including her decision to leave Hollywood and pursue her own path. They also discuss the work of TransTech, a nonprofit organization that provides resources and access to the LGBTQ+ community in the tech industry. Angelica emphasizes the importance of community care and mutual aid, as well as the need for organizing and activism in the face of systemic challenges.

Helpful Nuggets From The Episode: 

• Be purposeful in your actions and energy
• Strengthen your relationship with therapy
• Advocate for the decriminalization of drugs
• Recognize power dynamics and systemic issues
• Engage in activism in a way that works for you Addressing powerlessness is crucial for personal and democratic empowerment.
• Flexing our power as individuals and making choices that align with our values is essential.
• Community care and mutual aid are important for supporting marginalized communities.
• Organizing and activism are necessary for creating systemic change.
• Tech skills and education can provide opportunities for marginalized individuals in the industry.

Guest Bio:

Angelica Ross is an award-winning and Emmy-nominated Actress, Producer, Writer, Human Rights Advocate, Singer Songwriter and star of POSE and American Horror Story on FX and Broadway's Chicago. Host of N.O.W. (No Opportunity Wasted) Podcast. She's also the Founder of TransTech, an incubator for LGBTQIA+ Talent from marginalized communities and President of Miss Ross Inc.  You can find Angelica Ross on Instagram, https://missross.com/, and Twitter