To conclude the business and mentorship pod, Sundae reveals the immense impact some of her mentors have made in her life. She explains how mentorship is often unspoken in business even though it has a profound ripple effect on both the mentor and mentee. Sundae also shares tips for maximizing the mentorship experience.

Sundae welcomes business attorney Terri Krivosha to share her story for the second part of the business and mentorship pod. Terri describes the critical role that mentors have played in her life and how she reciprocates that guidance to others. The ladies unpeel mentorship’s many layers, including what to do, what not to do, the gravitas of the exchange, and how to handle it when it hurts.

Equity-centered leadership coach, CEO, and author Trudi Lebron, joins Sundae to kick off the business and mentorship pod. A high school dropout who had two kids by 16, Trudi beat the odds to earn multiple university degrees and build a million-dollar coaching and consulting firm. The ladies discuss overt and hidden oppressions, “liberatory leadership,” and how equity benefits everyone.

Child trauma researchers Lauren Wells and Tanya Crossman join Sundae for the conclusion of the Untold Stories Bean Pod. The ladies discuss the higher probability of adverse childhood experiences for kids in the globally mobile community. Lauren and Tanya also empower parents with preventative remedies to support their children, anywhere and everywhere.

Kondwani Mwase joins Sundae to share fresh perspectives that offer an alternative to mainstream depictions of Africa and its people. They discuss how story-sharing counterbalances the toxic energy that’s frequently stirred up by the news. An entrepreneur and accomplished marketing professional, Kondwani’s podcast, 54 Lights, showcases a culturally textured Africa, representing the continent’s 54 different countries.

Sundae welcomes Dr. Crystal Menzies to discuss how societies can use education to foster a greater sense of togetherness. Crystal recounts events of free rebel Black communities that are central to her work. A passionate teacher and historian, Crystal shares how her experiences and her Guyanese and African American roots led her to create EmancipatED.

Sundae welcomes Natasha Ginnivan to discuss how a positive attitude towards aging can increase lifespan. A blog writer and researcher of psychology and aging, Natasha obtained her Ph.D. following a midlife transformation. The ladies explore cultural influences around intergenerational harmony. Natasha also provides creative ways people can realize their full potential as they age.

Sundae welcomes Rabbi Hayim Herring to discuss how intergenerational communities enhance societies and improve quality of life. An expert intergenerational bridge-builder, Rabbi Herring holds a Ph.D., is a C.E.O., and is an author several times over. He joins Sundae to share tips for combating isolation, connecting generations, and fostering a stronger community in highly polarized times.

Sundae launches her new podcast formula of three threaded episodes per one “Bean Pod” series. For this segment, she’s joined by activist and author Ashton Applewhite to discuss ageism. As an internationally recognized expert on the subject, Ashton shares macro and micro ways to recognize, confront, and dismantle ageism.

Sundae returns with fresh energy after a whirlwind summer of moving her family from South Africa to Switzerland. She explains how, similar to computers, humans have operating systems that need occasional upgrading to function optimally. Sundae explores the four steps involved and discusses how to prepare for (and troubleshoot!) common post-transformation “glitches.”