Elevating Voices in Leadership

In this episode, Dr. Gabby, and the co-hosts talk with Jessica Arriaza, our doctoral student in the Pepperdine University Graduate School of Education and Psychology program, about her experince in the Hawaii International Conference. This was her first time presenting at a conference and it was a pleasure for us to hear her speak about her experience and recommendations for those who want to be in a conference in the future.

Join us as we talk to our guest, Dr. Cecil Johnson (he will be as this podcast is being published now) about his 501 C(3) and his research on inclusion based on his current dissertation.

Our doctoral student, Ana Ruiz, was interviewed during this episode to learn more about her nonprofit VIDA Mobile Clinic. We are excited to have her on the show and for her to speak to us about her journey that brought her to Pepperdine and in opening this clinic.

To email Ana, please send her an email to ana.ruiz@pepperdine.edu.

The Panel welcomes on Dr. Sundra Ryce to discuss a new certificate she is facilitating with Pepperdine,

a Certificate in Leadership Innovation and Executive Wellbeing.

The Panel welcomes Dr. Nicole Jones onto the podcast to discuss her journey in life and social work, and how she plans to move forward.

The Panel welcomes on Dr. Heather Backstrom to discuss her book, Collaborative Confidence, and her career as an Executive Coach,

speaker, and facilitator.

This week the panel welcomes on Cynthia Trejo and Melissa O'Brien to discuss their respective and combined experiences

as they strive to empower and support women in various positions of power across their careers.

Ryan Dusik, once known primarily for his role in the band Maroon 5, is welcomed on to discuss how he transitioned to psychology and the challenges that have presented themselves along the way.

Dr. Kelly Sullenberger is welcomed onto the podcast to discuss how she has advocated for higher 

education to be more accessible to all members of society.

The panel welcomes on Tatiana Santiago to discuss getting middle and high school students ready for higher education, and what that might look like and entail that most don't consider. 

The panel discusses the issues surrounding voting, and the importance of voting season in modern society.

*WARNING* This episode touches on sensitive material, and topics such as the mistreatment of Iranian citizens, especially the female population. As such, consumer discretion is advised.   This panel welcomes Dr. Simin Taylor onto the show in order to discuss the current events going on in Iran.

The Panel welcomes Dr. Selina Steward on to the set to discuss Black Entrepreneurship, which is the core subject of Dr. Steward's dissertation that she authored while in the PhD program at Pepperdine

The discussion revolving around the practice of coaching continues. 

The Panel begins discussion on the practice of coaching and how the panel members have interacted with the practice in their own careers.

The Elevating Voices panel welcomes Dr. Jeanette Pugh onto the podcast in order to discuss the post-Doctoral program offered by Pepperdine University. 

In lieu of a guest on call today, the panel discusses the relationship between the youth of today and the ever-evolving technology of today.   

The panel welcomes Dr. Madjidi and Mr. Saye to the podcast in order to discuss the recent trip to Egypt with Pepperdine.

The panel welcomes Dr. Edward Van Luinen and Tricia Cerrone to discuss the idea of Authentic Collaboration.

The Panel welcomes Dr. Kevin Wong and discusses the idea of culture and the role it plays for those whose family have migrated out of their home country after settling in their chosen location.

The panel crew interviews fellow Co-Hosts Dr. Miramontes and Suelen Schneider in response to their recent trip to Dubai as a part of Pepperdine's academics.

The panel sits down with CEO Dr. Gene Coughlin, and Chief of Partnerships Mark Holman, members of the leadership team at RBLP, an organization that provides certifications for individuals looking to excel in resilience building and leadership.

The panel takes the absence of a guest speaker to better introduce themselves, and discuss their experiences with the idea and execution of balancing personal and work lives; and in some cases, even combining the two into one cohesive unit.

The panel welcomes Dr. Toby Tomlinson Baker to the discussion and discusses the topic of disability in education. 

Dr. Haniya joins the panel to discuss her academic journey, as well as the prospect of gaming being used in an academic setting

Guest speaker Dr. Zarik Boghossian joins the Elevating Voices panel and Dr. Farzin Madjidi to discuss their shared culture of Iran, and the associated history the country has; while also talking on how they view education and what the role of knowledge has in their family circle. 

The Elevating Voices panel discusses the work Ms. Anabtawi and Dr. Wickramasinghe do in their respective organizations, and how they strive to help societal growth now, as well as their plans for the future of their work.

The Leadership Panel interviews Lakisha Young and discusses the concept of empowering parents across America in efforts of bettering the lives of both them and their children. 

The group meets with Dr. Sonya Sharififard to discuss topics affected by covid, and the cultural implications that both arise, and are affected as a result of the ongoing pandemic.

In this episode of the podcast, the team engages in discourse with Dr. Candy Williams, involving expectations for men and women alike in the work environment, as well as discussing personal accounts and goals in terms of achieving goals that the team has set for themselves.

The table interviews special guest Rob Reyes and discuss diversity, equity, and inclusion; and Rob's personal involvement in the subject.

Dr. Miramontes' panel discusses the inclusion of imposterism within the academic world, sharing personal anecdotes and offering advice on how to best approach the subject.

The hosts discuss the power of literature and the impact words have had on their respective careers.

Janae Oliver and panel discuss African American women and and how best to help battle unfavorable norms and conditions they face based on historical occurrences 

The Elevating Voices group discusses the idea of imposter syndrome and delve further into what fuels the phenomenon

Elevating Voice episode #1     

Title: Reclaiming the Art of Storytelling.   

 Description: Cultivating safe space and developing community in the midst of civil unrest as a form of leadership.   

Presented By: Sharletta M. Green, M.Div., M.A., B.S.