Black Social Capital Podcast
By Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui
Black Social Capital PodcastDec 06, 2021
59. Influencing and Building Video Game Communities
Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo sit down with Boka Agboje who influences and builds video game communities for some of your favorite brands.
58. Keeping Entreprenuers Accountable
Kijaffa Hall is a business and learning strategist keeping entrepreneurs accountable as they work towards their goals. Her own professional journey inspired her to go into business for herself!
57. Building a Movement
Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo sit down with Nate Howard who is building an after school movement-- Movement BE in San Diego, CA. We talk about the impact of the arts, of after school programming, and the journey to grow nonprofit work.
56. Changing The Face of Education
Dr. Laura McGowan-Robinson tells us how she creates spaces in public education that allow Black and Latinx educators to thrive. Tap in to hear about her professional journey and the nonprofit she founded called the Diversity in Leadership Institute
55. The Business of Politics
Dr. Jaqui Thomas and Dr. Theo Fowles chat with Mae Gates, a seasoned political organizer, consultant, and Chief of Staff. She is the youngest Chief of Staff in the legislature and one of only two Black female Chiefs of Staff in the California State Senate.
54. Work. Life. Balance.
In this week's episode, we're diving deep into the world of work-life balance and the ever-elusive quest to avoid burnout. Join us as we share our secrets to keeping our sanity while climbing the career ladder. We give practical tips, personal stories, and expert insights that can help you achieve that perfect equilibrium. Don't let burnout steal your joy #WorkLifeBalance #BurnoutBusters #PodcastWisdom
53. Breathe In. Breathe Out.
On this episode of The Black Social Capital Podcast Dr. Theo sits down with Imani Nicole. Imani Nicole is a certified breathwork practitioner, meditation guide, and yoga instructor. Her company, Elemental Breath, uses breathwork and movement to bring transformational healing and discovery.
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52. Creating Communities of Academic Success
In this episode, we chat with Dr. Mohagany Borrayo-Gilchriest. Dr. Mohagany has been actively involved in speaking engagements and educational research focusing on topics such as career exploration, the development of student-athletes, and the employability of Black male student-athletes. She is committed to empowering students and advocates for their rights.
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51. Helping Black Men Graduate From College
Dr. Darryl Hylton co-founded The Collegiate Black Male Network to increase the persistence and graduation rates of collegiate African-American males through mentoring. Through this work, he is able to mentor students, facilitate training, and engage individuals on how to change the narrative of Black men.
50. It's All Phi Beta!
Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo kick off SEASON 4 of The Black Social Capital Podcast talking about how the bond between Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. brought them together! From getting through their doctoral program to building social capital and business, they also shine a light on the greater purpose of historically Black Greek Letter Organizations.
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Remind yourself that nobody starts their journey as a professional. The finish is always greater than the start.
49. The Courageous Leader
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui speak with Aiko Bethea about executive leadership coaching and what today’s leaders can be doing to create truly inclusive work cultures.
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48. Unpopular Opinions
In this solo episode, Dr. Jaqui shares her most recent top five UNpopular opinions. From clutter to meal prep-- from travel to sports-- we get personal in this podcast tell all!
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47. Dr. Jaqui's Investment Journey
Learning how to invest is one of the adultiest things to learn. Dr. Jaqui shares how she got started learning about stocks and investing and shares tips that she learned along the way.
Dr. Jaqui is not a financial advisor and is sharing her story for illustrative purposes.
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46. Black Self Care
Black Social Capital Podcast co-host Dr. Theo Fowles sits down with self care experts to kick off 2023.
Edden Agonafer, PsyD, MA [@aidinhealing] is the Founder and CEO of Aid in Healing Wellness and Psychological Services. A licensed clinical psychologist based in the Los Angeles area, Dr. Agonafer partners with clients of all ages to co-create authentic connections that empower clients and facilitate transformational healing.
Brandi Junious, MEd [@brandijunious.art] is a Los Angeles-based artist with a passion for art therapy and whose work highlights the beauty of diversity, the imperative of freedom, and the restorative power of sharing our emotions and struggles.
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45. Young, Gifted and Black
In a conversation with the next generation of thought leaders, Dr. Theo sits down with Dr. Sy Stokes, Dr. Sarah Toutant, and Dr. Donte Miller who all earned their Ph.D. under the age of 30. Key to each of their perspectives, is a purpose beyond academia-- one that makes an impact for their families, community, and personal networks.
Dr. Sy Stokes is vice president, research at Coqual where he directs the qualitative research team in identifying solutions for advancing equity in the workplace.
Dr. Sarah M. Toutant is the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Childcare Resource Center (CCRC), which employs over 1,000 staff as one of the largest nonprofits in the state of California.
Dr. Donte Miller is the Executive Director of Campus Life at the University of the Pacific in Stockton, CA.
44. First-Gen Wealth Building
Dr. Jaqui talks about her journey as a first-generation wealth builder and gives tips for others who are first gen to begin investing.
43. The Black Man's Book Club discusses Nothing Personal by James Baldwin
Dr. Theo Fowles is joined by The Black Man's Book Club in a special episode of The Black Social Capital Podcast. The group talks about 'Nothing Personal' a social commentary writing by James Baldwin in 1963. The club talks about the relevance of Baldwin's words nearly 60 years later....
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42. Paving The Way In Tech
William A. Adams is an award-winning D&I innovator, an engineering trailblazer, and a philanthropist. One of his early accomplishments in his 35 year career was that he helped roll out code globally to many of Microsoft's core products and after that, he served as the first Technical Advisor to the CTO of Microsoft. He co-founded the Microsoft Leap program which was named Microsoft’s D&I Program of the Year in 2020.
41. Allow Us to Reintroduce Ourselves: The Season 3 Opener
Dr. Theo Fowles and Dr. Jaqui Thomas are back for Season 3 of the Black Social Capital Podcast! Starting this season, listeners will become viewers with special livestreamed episodes and monthly conversations with guests and hosts. In this episode, we give updates and check in with past guests.
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40. That's A Wrap: The Season 2 Finale
Dr. Theo + Dr. Jaqui wrap Season 2 of the Black Social Capital Podcast with a special video episode. They are joined by new creative director Solomon to talk wins this academic year, lessons learned, and what's next for the show.
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39. Living + Belonging Cross Cultures
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui speak with Doni Aldine, founder and Editor-in-Chief of CULTURS magazine. Doni is also a professor at Colorado State University and she shares her research on how individuals who live with multiple cultures as children develop a unique global perspective.
38. Next Gen Med Ed
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui learn about Andrea Mortley’s journey to becoming the Director of Graduate Medical Programs for the University of Miami. She gives insight about how she approaches diversity, equity, and inclusion training for medical trainees and how to become a powerful voice in a field that is still emerging.
37. Where the Hood at?
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui learn about Dr. Malika Grayson’s business STEMinist Empowered LLC and her best-selling book “Hooded: A Black Girl’s Guide to the PhD.” Dr. Malika shares all the pivots she took in her academic and professional journeys that prepared her to be a business owner and public speaker.
36. Black Women's History Month
Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo dedicate this episode to celebrating Black women. They also discuss the history of Women’s History Month and this year’s theme.
35. El Camino College x Black Social Capital
In this very special episode of the show, Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo sat down with students from El Camino College, a community college in the LA area. Facilitated by their Student Equity Advisory Council and their Black Student Union, we were the guests and they took over the host chairs!
34. Black Faces In High Places
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui talk to Dr. Jeffrey Robinson about his new book “Black Faces in High Places” after getting a sneak peek at the first chapter. They talk all about the reception of his first book “Black Faces in White Places” and why this second book was so important to write.
33. A Heart to Heart Conversation
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui chat with Joshua Ogundu about the creation of his new dating app, Heart-to-Heart. He tells us all about why he believes entrepreneurship is important, how he decided when it was time to launch, and how he builds community online and in person.
32. The Home Dispatch
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui chat with Amirah Raveneau-Bey, co-founder and CEO of The Home Dispatch, about her new startup. Amirah is using her background in tech to help homeowners with their many renovations, maintenance projects, and general property upkeep. She talks about all the ways she helps homeowners free up time so they can get to the more enjoyable parts of homeownership like decorating and hosting friends.
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31. Level to Level
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui talk to Jewel Celestine Anizor about her path to becoming an executive HR professional. She gives advice about leading a company expansion during a pandemic, how to create your own personal board of directors, and how to become a leader when you are promoted to manager.
30. What's a generalist?
We go behind the scenes with Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo as they have a short convo on the benefits of generalist positions in the workplace-- and the career opportunities that specialist roles and generalist roles may present.
29. The People's Executive
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui sit down with 'The People's Executive, Stonish Pierce’s, FACHE, and learn about his path to becoming the Chief Operating Officer of a hospital.
28. The Black Cooperative Investment Fund
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui talk with Kaine Nicholas, Executive Director of the Black Cooperative Investment Fund (BCIF) which provides microloans to the Black community. Kaine is passionate about building financial literacy within the household and within small businesses. He shares how people can support BCIF, how to get funding from BCIF, and its impact on the community.
27. In Da Investment Club
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui link up and talk about the growth of their money mindset and how they co-founded the an investment club-- giving a platform to people of color to educate themselves and participate in the traditional stock market.
26. Nonprofit Executive Leadership
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui sit down with Timothy Johnson, President and CEO of United Way of the Bluegrass in rural Kentucky. Timothy sheds light on how United Way organizations help their local communities and gives advice on how introverted leaders can develop an executive presence.
25. Uplifting The First To Go
Dr. Eve Hudson, host of The First Gen Lounge Podcast has cemented herself as a go-to thought leader and motivational speaker focused on empowering first generation college students and graduates. Together, with Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo, Dr. Eve talks candidly about the courage it takes to be the 'first to go' and the mindset it takes to navigate those next steps.
24. Compliance vs. Learning
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui explore some the ways schools have historically harmed Black and Latinx students and how those practices carried over when school went online. Ideas for addressing these harmful practices are offered.
23. Policy Protecting Our Babies
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui speak with Dr. Ashley about her work teaching Early Childhood Education (ECE) teachers to truly serve Black and Brown babies, developing ECE policy, and how her work connects to her childhood in South Central Los Angeles.
22. Dollars vs. Scholars
Dr. Theo & Dr. Jaqui talk about what academic tenure is and how decisions are made around it-- especially for Black faculty like Nikole Hannah Jones.
21. Balancing Surviving and Thriving | Season One Finale
Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo wrap the their first season of podcasting! They talk about balancing survive mode versus thrive mode during the year that was 2020 and how they are launching a brand new workshop series to help you shift from surviving to thriving.
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20. The Non-Technical Founder
Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo sit down with Juan Young, the Founder and CEO of Melanence, an online social networking platform for entrepreneurs of color. A graduate of Founder Gym, he shares his experience in raising capital, launching, and pivoting in the tech space-- focusing on identifying the problem space and the solution space.
19. From GED to Ph.D.
Dr. Melvin tells Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui about his journey from being forced out of high school after being on track to be the salutatorian to completing his Ph.D. He then explains his philosophy on mentorship and how he counsels the community to “be in position to be in position.”
18. The Lobbyist Life
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui chat with Ashley Munson whose work as a lobbyist and community activist has put her at the forefront of big issues— from environmental policy to food insecurity legislation. Most important to her work, is Ashley’s desire for the Black community and POC to understand their vital role in community advocacy and change.
17. Promoting the personal, social, and academic success of Black students at a PWI
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui talk with Tramaine Austin-Dillon about all the pit stops on his journey from South Central Los Angeles to being a Programs and Policy Specialist in the Office of the President at Sonoma State University. He explains ways he has used his voice as he’s ascended in his career. He also talks about his role in helping to advance institutional priorities.
16. Celebrating the Beauty and Complexities of Blackness through Art and Activism
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui sit down with Tiffany Hobbs, photographer and school teacher, to uncover how and why she uses art to make her messages about Black beauty, joy, and pain accessible. She explains the importance of Black spaces, and discusses how Leimert Park became a target for gentrification and commodification because of its rich history as a center for Black art and culture.
ShowNotes and Transcript
15. It's Black History Month!
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui take turns in the guest seat to kick off Black History Month! Your favorite co-hosts talk about what they look forward to during the most melanated month of the year, and also give some personal and professional updates.
14. Building the Place that Built You
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui learn about Dr. Willie Blackmon’s research on imposter phenomenon amongst first-generation college students of color. Dr. Willie implements his research daily in his current position in the Academic Resource Center at his alma mater, UC Riverside.
13. Coding Evangelism + Black Girl Magic
If you have ever wondered what it takes to succeed in the tech field, get your notebook ready and press play! Nici Kelly is a coding evangelist who is passionate about teaching Black women how to code and closing the wealth gap for the Black community. She converses with Dr. Theo & Dr. Jaqui about the importance of soft and hard skills in the tech and education fields. She also gives a sneak peek into the exciting projects she is working on.
12. Using Research to Understand being Black in the P20 Workplace
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui wrap up 2020 with a double feature. This episode takes a look at what the research says about the workplace for Black professionals across the P20 spectrum. First, Dr. Wilmon A. Christian, III discusses his research on the experiences of Black staff at colleges and universities.Then, Dr. Toni Jeanine Harris shares her research on teacher burnout. We talk about workplace equity, the toxicity of grind culture, campus climate, and burnout.
11. Living Your Best Life at Work and at Home
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui get the scoop from Dr. Tracy on the latest research about how experiences outside of the workplace impact people’s work experiences. Dr. Tracy also gives advice to new and mid-level professionals on how to get on track for a successful career and work-life balance.
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10. The Professor’s Coach with a Nonlinear Pathway
Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui wrap with Dr. Sylinda Musaindapo about how her experiences at PWI colleges drove her to research belonging for Black students. Her journey has many twists and turns during college and after. Now, she is coaching professors as she climbs the higher ed ladder.