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On today’s episode, SunAh is joined by Drs. William J. Scarborough, and Joanna R. Pepin to discuss their recent research on gender and racial attitudes. The two explain how it is that some people hold complementary or conflicting attitudes about racial and gender equality. To learn more about this research, you can read the pre-print of their article, “The Intersection of Racial and Gender Attitudes, 1977 through 2018”, at https://osf.io/db8ng

On today’s episode, SunAh welcomes Dr. Myron Strong, an Associate Professor of Sociology at the Community College of Baltimore County. Myron discusses how comics are more than just super hero and super villain stories but rather act as an artifact for our culture, illustrating who we are and who we could be. He shares a variety of comics that tell stories of our past in ways that are compelling and easy to understand as well as comics that envision alternative futures. Whether you’re a comics fan or newbie, this episode will have you thinking about comics in a different way.

On today’s episode, SunAh is joined by Ali Manning, food scientist and founder of Umami Food Consulting. Ali describes the process behind making new food products, including some familiar food items like sauces and potato chips. She also shares how food science influences the entire food process from planting to processing, food product creation and packaging. Ali also discusses some of the ways that she invests in the local food scene. Follow Ali on Instagram @aliglad_carpediem to learn more about her food entrepreneurship and upcoming children’s book “Can I play with my food?”

On today’s episode SunAh sits down with Justin Buonomo of Just Financial Foundations to talk all things money! Justin breaks down some of the wrong lessons we’ve learned about money and how we can incorporate new strategies to bring us financial peace and abundance. He share some easy to apply tips to make our money management less stressful. Follow Justin on Instagram @justin_buonomo for more financial education!

On this episode, SunAh catches up with Fresh, the bespoke tailor behind the luxury fashion house, RichFresh. Fresh shares insights on how to create a sustainable business, knowing your value, and the mindset that made all the difference for his business during the pandemic.

On this episode, SunAh welcomes Cameron Lee Small, licensed professional clinical counselor and founder of Therapy Redeemed. Cameron talks about the benefits of therapy and debunks some common misconceptions about what therapy is and what type of people utilize therapy. He shares some questions to consider when choosing a therapist before walking listeners through a typical therapeutic session.

On this episode, SunAh is joined by Ricky Dortch Jr, owner of Ambishun Fitness gym, certified personal trainer, and nutrition specialist. Ricky breaks down what a good “diet” is and how to create your own balanced nutrition plan. He talks about why the people you may label as “body goals” aren’t the best examples to follow. Ricky also shares important tips around hydration, physical fitness, and how to find a trainer that will help you towards your fitness goals.

On this episode, SunAh sits down with Dr. Earle Fisher, an Academic Research Fellow with the Benjamin L. Hooks Institute for Social Change at the University of Memphis. Earle sheds light on the origins of Critical Race Theory before breaking down the more recent controversies. He also discusses how Critical Race Theory has been taken up, or not, in various Christian denominations.

On this episode, SunAh is joined by fellow Korean adoptee, Amanda Assalone, the Vice President of the Korean American Coalition, Metro Atlanta. Amanda discusses the Adoptee Citizenship Act and how advocates are working to ensure citizenship rights for international adoptees. She also talks about some of general themes among international transracial adoptees such as navigating relationships with one’s heritage community, creating community with other adoptees, traveling to one’s birth country, and deciding whether or not search for one’s first family.

On this episode, SunAh welcomes Dr. Leann V Smith, a psychologist and Assistant Professor of School Psychology within the Department of Educational Psychology at Texas A&M University. Leann shares her experiences growing up in Galveston, TX and how Juneteenth National Independence Day (also known as Jubilee Day, Black Independence Day, and Emancipation Day) was celebrated, honored, and taught. She also discusses the importance of nationally recognizing this piece of “hidden history.”