On today’s episode SunAh welcomes Ashley Aranmolate, MHA, BSN, RN, PMHNP-S, to discuss mental health and suicide prevention. Ashley offers a reframe of how we think about trauma, warning signs to be attuned to if someone is struggling with suicide, and what each of us can do if someone we know is having suicidal thoughts. She also shares some mental health wellness practices that everyone can use until you can access mental health care. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available at 1-800-273-TALK (8255).

On today’s episode, SunAh is joined by Dr. Michael Rosino, an assistant professor of Sociology at Molloy College in Long Island, NY. He talks about what his recent book, _Debating the Drug War: Race, Politics, and Media, _can tell us about contemporary attitudes around drug policy and drug reform. He shares the most common enduring myths around drug use and offers insights into where the drug war is headed.

On today’s episode, SunAh sits down with Cristina McCarter, foodpreneur and the creative mind behind many of Memphis’s favorite foodie events. She shares the how’s and why’s behind Memphis Dining Week, City Tasting Tours, and the Craft Food and Wine Festival. Cristina talks about her newest food venture with Lisa Brown - City Tasting Box, and how they are on a mission to bring the flavors of iconic food cities to food lovers across the nation. She also discusses how she has been able to center philanthropy in her businesses through giving back to the local food economy and other social organizations.

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.