Yesterday's Narrative Podcast

YN #26-Dr. Michael E. Coleman, Jr.- The Journey From "Learning Disability" to Doctoral Degree in Education

In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Dr. Michael E. Coleman, Jr. talks about growing up in Trenton, NJ, and how a teacher's decision in 4th grade shaped his life forever. We also discuss the lack of African-American males in education, racial inequality in education and in America, music, yard work and much more!

YN #25- Education Round Table Discussion

On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, a high school math teacher from Arizona, a home-school teacher from Kansas, a Special Education Compliance Coordinator from Pennsylvania and a Special Education Administrator from Maryland discuss the state of Education in the United States. Their combined 60 years of educational experience lends a unique perspective to the ever changing landscape of education. They talk about what's right, what needs improvement, what the future looks like, technology in education and more!

Mike Drummond- How a Convicted Felon Turned His Life Around

On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Mike Drummond talks about growing up in Alaska, running the streets from a fairly young age, life in and out of correctional facilities and, eventually, prison. He discusses he reacclimation into society 3500 miles away, meeting his now wife and starting his new life. We talk cars, music, religion and his current job as a trucker. 

YN #23- Risshan Leak- How did a Jersey Boy end up in Utah?

On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Risshan Leak talks about growing up in Jersey and his move to California and eventually, Utah. He talks about being a minority in a state that has 1.5% African Americans and politics that surround the racial inequality in America. We also discuss his hobbies from music to disc golf to building a van to take on a road trip and so much more!

YN #22- Dr Rahsaan Turpin- How an Uninvolved Father Shaped His Future

On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Dr. Rahsaan Turpin talks about growing up in the Newark, NJ area with a single mom and an uninvolved dad. He talks about growing up around diversity, reluctantly pursuing secondary education, and eventually earning his doctoral degree. He also discusses Oprah, Mike Tyson, Tupac, music, and so much more!

Beatrice Caraballo- From High School Dropout to Successful Business woman

In this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Beatrice Caraballo talks about the murder of her husband, and the aftermath that ensued. She tells about the slavery that existed in her own family tree, dropping out of high school and fighting for herself and her kids, and being a teen mom. She also talks about discovering her voice, racism, injustice, her modeling career and MORE!

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 Annette Mercado- From Victim of Child Abuse, Drug/Alcohol Abuse to Succesful Mom/Wife/Entreprenuer

On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Annette Mercado talks about growing up and living in Philly, overcoming child abuse, drug and alcohol abuse and mental illness. She also talks about being an entrepreneur, raising entrepreneurial kids, working with teens, advocating against childhood sexual abuse, and so much more!

Jason Moss- A Personal Chef's Journey from Alcoholic and Addict to Author and Artist

On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Jason Moss talks about his life as a Chef, from restaurants and clubs to personal chef. He talks about addiction and alcoholism, getting sober, and growing up in Pottstown, PA. We also discuss how he went from 300lbs to Obstacle Racing competitor, ultra marathons, his culinary delivery service and his book, That Damn Cookbook. 

 Philip Brown- Army Vet, Cycling Champ, Math Teacher and Multipotentialite

On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Philip Brown, The Bearded Math Man, talks about living near the Mexico border, life in the Army, and a few formative life events that shaped who he is. He discusses the difference between looking up and looking down, how he became a successful math teacher recognized by Cambridge University, and how he went from over 300 lbs. to an Arizona State Cycling Champion.

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Kara Cuvelier- Social Activism and Single Mom to a Bi-Racial Son

On this episode of Yesterday's Narrative, Kara Cuvelier talks about what it is like to be born and raised in Omaha, Nebraska, dealing with her parent's divorce, and raising a bi-racial son on her own. She also talks about what it is like as a white woman advocating for the rights and equality of minorities, especially those of Black Americans, and politics, including working at the polls this last election.

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