In this week's episode of "The Journey," Mr. Harris sits down with Mell Aguiar, a bright student from Princeton University. Mell spent her summer interning at the Renaissance Youth Center, and during her time there, she created a special project to help others understand different forms of government. 🌍 Get ready for an insightful conversation as Mell breaks down complex political systems into easy-to-digest concepts!

Trejah Brown's incredible story of resilience is featured in this episode of The Journey with Mr. Harris. A former Renaissance Youth Center student, Music with a Message member, talented dancer, and singer, Trejah's life took an unexpected turn when she experienced a stroke and developed epilepsy due to a tumor.Despite these immense challenges, Trejah is a beacon of hope and determination. In this powerful conversation, she shares her journey of recovery and inner strength, offering an inspiring message to other young people: no matter what obstacles you face, you can keep going and find the power within yourself to overcome them.Join Mr. Harris as he sits down with Trejah Brown to hear her firsthand account of courage, perseverance, and unwavering spirit. This is an episode you won't want to miss!

In this inspiring episode of The Journey with Mr. Harris, we sit down with a group of remarkable middle school students serving as Junior Counselors at the Renaissance Youth Center. Once elementary school participants in the very same program, these young leaders share their personal journeys—what the center has meant to them, the challenges they've overcome, and how it feels to step into a leadership role at such a young age. Listen in as they reflect on their growth, the responsibility of being role models, and the powerful impact of giving back to the community that shaped them.

Mr. Harris welcomes Willy Rodriguez to The Journey for an enlightening discussion about the new Salsa Museum coming to the Bronx and a some background on Willy's upbringing. The conversation explores the museum's strategic location, the history of Salsa, and highlighting how it will enrich the borough's artistic landscape. Willie shares his vision for connecting communities through music and also discussing potential partnerships

The Journey with Mr. Harris: Interview with Lou Harris – From Subway Surfing to Real Surfing In this inspiring episode of The Journey with Mr. Harris, Mr. Harris sits down with Lou Harris, a Black surfer from Long Island who is making waves in his community. Lou shares his incredible story of how he’s now on a mission to steer kids away from dangerous subway surfing by offering them the opportunity to learn real surfing at no cost in the iconic Rockaway Beach.Discover the powerful initiative Lou has created to give back to the youth, teaching them not just how to ride the waves, but also how to set goals, build confidence, and embrace new opportunities.

In this episode of The Journey with Mr. Harris, we continue our vital discussion about subway surfers affecting our community through an emotional interview with a mother whose son was involved in this dangerous activity. The conversation examines how local news coverage and harmful content on social media platforms influence young people's decisions to participate in these risky behaviors. Together with the NYPD and community leaders, we explore the growing transit crime concerns and subway crime statistics while discussing prevention strategies for families. Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Journey with Mr. Harris!

In this episode of The Journey with Mr. Harris, we dive into an important conversation with members of the Renaissance Youth Council about the dangerous trend of subway surfing. As this risky activity continues to affect communities, Mr. Harris and the council discuss the risks involved, its growing prevalence, and the devastating consequences it can have on young lives. They explore the role of community leaders in preventing such behavior, raising awareness, and fostering safer, more positive alternatives for youth. Tune in for an insightful discussion on how we can work together to protect our future generations.Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more episodes of The Journey with Mr. Harris!

Part 2 of the Episode 15 with Steve Ritz and the Green Bronx Machine. Tune in to learn more about how Steve is actively working to create a greener Bronx and spread knowledge on Agriculture and health.

On this episode of the Journey, Mr. Harris speaks with Steve Ritz about The Green Bronx Machine, STEM, healthy living, community and more right in the heart of the Bronx. Stay tuned for part 2 of this exciting and knowledgeable conversation.

On this episode of the Journey, Mr. harris speaks to Rohit unnam and Paul Bravo about STEM and the future of STEM at RYC.