# culture stew (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover culture stew. Page: Feed: --- ## [Rethinking Civic Connection: Building Trust & Collaboration Across Difference](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/rethinking-civic-connection-building-trust-collaboration-across-difference) _2026-08-12 · Culture Stew_ Can activism build bridges instead of walls? At a time when half the country sees the other half as immoral, undemocratic, and dangerous — and vice versa -- is real civil discourse even possible? Michelle Sobel and Morgan Lasher say yes — and they're proving it. As leaders at Unify America, they're on a mission to reduce political polarization and rebuild civic trust nationwide. In this episode,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_michelle_morgan_maria_04_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Recentering Community: Creating Wellness Spaces Accessible for All](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/recentering-community-creating-wellness-spaces-accesible-for-all) _2026-07-23 · Culture Stew_ Gabriela Estrada is a Chicago-based entrepreneur, graphic designer and author. After working as a teacher for 5 years, Gabriela authored 2 autobiographical books and shortly after receiving her 200hr RYT certification, opened The Groove Chicago, a community yoga and art studio that centers all women of color in Avondale. Born and raised in Humboldt Park, Gabriela knows the power of community and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_culture_stew-_the_groove_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Reframing Activism: Living a Values-Based Life to Create Social Change](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/reframing-activism-living-a-values-based-life-to-create-social-change) _2026-07-02 · Culture Stew_ Chris Haigh is the Founder and Lead Consultant of True Change Associates, where they partner with organizations to build more equitable, inclusive, and socially just workplaces. With more than two decades of experience across higher education, nonprofit, and corporate sectors, Chris specializes in leadership development, organizational change, and team building. They have served in leadership and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_preview_chris__maria__take_02_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [AMPLIFY! Storytelling to Activate Social Change](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/amplify-storytelling-to-activate-social-change) _2026-06-17 · Culture Stew_ In this episode of Culture Stew, we bring you the remarkable Emmy Award-winning journalist and author, Dion Lim. Dion has been known for nearly two decades as a TV news anchor and reporter, most recently with ABC News in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Dion made history as the first Asian American woman to anchor weekday evening newscasts at television stations in multiple major markets, including… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_dion__maria-edits6.16.26_maria_morukians_st_1.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Recentering and Empowering Diverse Voices in Publishing](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/recentering-and-empowering-diverse-voices-in-publishing) _2026-06-03 · Culture Stew_ Lilly Ghahremani is a recovering attorney who now "uses her powers for good!" as the co-founder and literary agent for adult and children's books at Full Circle Literary. She represents a wide range of authors and illustrators, thinking strategically about building lasting careers that are both productive and satisfying in a rapidly-changing publishing landscape. As literary agent, she's spent… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_culture_stew_recording..._magic_episode___apr_24_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Re-envisioning Social-Emotional Learning- A Conversation with Ashley Brown, Executive Director of Peace of Mind](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/re-envisioning-social-emotional-learning-a-conversation-with-ashley-brown-executive-director-of-peace-of-mind) _2026-05-20 · Culture Stew_ Ashley Brown is the Executive Director of Peace of Mind, a nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C. that is on a mission to equip kids with the mindfulness tools they need to manage big emotions, build healthy relationships, and become — in their words — peacemakers. For over a decade, Ashley has championed educational equity and student success across diverse school communities. Whether… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_culture_stew-_peace_of..._02_maria_morukians_st_1.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Reframing Civic Engagement For Children & Caregivers](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/reframing-civic-engagment-for-children-caregivers-a-conversation-with-allison-matulli-edd-jd) _2026-05-06 · Culture Stew_ Allison Matulli, Ed.D., J.D., M.Ed. is an author, law professor, childhood educator, and Free Speech advocate and Fellow for the First Amendment at the Freedom Forum. Dr. Matulli has dedicated her career to helping communities and their children understand the law, with specific attention to the First Amendment. Combining her legal training and education background, she is also the founder of The… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_culture_stew-_allison_...___may_01_2026_001_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Reimagining Sustainable Economies](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/reimagining-sustainable-economies) _2026-04-23 · Culture Stew_ Veryl Pow is a movement lawyer at the Sustainable Economies Law Center who practices at the intersection between solidarity economics, housing decommodification, and land liberation. An activist first, Veryl's politics developed from his grassroots organizing experiences in resistance movements that spanned Third World solidarity to abolitionist campaigns; and has since expanded to prefigurative… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_culture_stew-_sustaina...___apr_23_2026_004_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Recentering Courage and Care in Education: A Conversation Dr. Todd Beer and Devin Moran](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/recentering-courage-and-care-in-education-a-conversation-dr-todd-beer-and-devin-moran) _2026-04-09 · Culture Stew_ What is the role academics play in institutions, especially in the classroom, when it comes to supporting students' critical thinking around social issues? As we struggle with questions around free speech and what can or cannot be taught on campuses, how do educators navigate these issues, not necessarily from an administrative perspective, but from a student-focused one? Dr. Todd Beer is an… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_culture_stew_recording-_todd__devin_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Reimagining Media Literacy](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/reimagining-media-literacy) _2026-03-25 · Culture Stew_ In a media landscape shaped by algorithmic amplification, AI-generated content, and narratives that move faster than facts — credibility has become the scarcest resource in the room. Lyanne Alfaro is an award-winning journalist, a narrative advisor, and a former insider at some of the most influential institutions shaping how the world understands business, technology, and capital. Her latest… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_culture_stew_recording...___mar_25_2026_006_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Ship everywhere from one CLI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/ELsgQYwjGXjo) _2026-03-25 · **Sponsored**_ One codebase, hosted runners, encrypted credentials, and automated submissions across stores ## [Rethinking Patient Advocacy](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/rethinking-patient-advocacy) _2026-03-11 · Culture Stew_ Dr. Leigh Ann Simmons wants to give women tools to better advocate for themselves at every stage of their health journey. As a medical practitioner and researcher, Dr. Simmons has published extensively on health disparities and is a leading scholar in promoting behavioral interventions to improve equity in health care. Dr. Simmons is a professor at the Betty Irene Moore School of Nursing at UC… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_leigh_ann__maria-_cul..._magic_episode___jan_30_maria_morukians_st_1.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Rethinking Community and Climate Justice with Collective Power](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/rethinking-community-and-climate-justice-with-collective-power) _2026-02-27 · Culture Stew_ "At the roots of Collective Power is the idea that we can do more collectively than we can do individually." On this week's episode of the Culture Stew, Maria interviews Kelly and Christine Wyche, co-founders of Collective Power, an organization founded with the purpose of assisting underserved communities facing the challenges of climate change, aging infrastructure, and unsustainable lifestyle… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_culture_stew_podcast_e...___jan_09_2026_001_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Healing as Resistance: Food Justice as Activism](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/redefining-food-as-activism) _2026-02-11 · Culture Stew_ How can the food we choose to eat, as well as the practices we use to source, prepare, and share our food, be a source of activism and liberation? Karina Sanchez (she/they) is a holistic health and wellness practitioner and food justice organizer. She co-leads Veggie Mijas Chicago, supporting plant-based education, mutual aid, and community programming for Queer BIPOC communities. Karina is an… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_culture_stew_interview_with_kari_sanchez_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Screaming Together for Liberation & Connection](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/screaming-together-for-liberation-connection) _2026-01-28 · Culture Stew_ In this episode, Maria sits down with Manny Hernandez and Elena Soboleva, co-founders of Scream Club™, to explore what it looks like to create spaces where people no longer have to hold it all in. Manny, a men's coach and breathwork practitioner, and Elena, a personal brand expert and community leader for women entrepreneurs, are aware of the impact of societal gender norms on mental health and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_maria___jan_21_2026_001_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Redefining Activism: An Intro to Season 7](https://www.msmglobalconsulting.com) _2026-01-14 · Culture Stew_ What does activism really mean? This season, we're centering the idea that justice and equity are not only pursued through protests, but also through everyday actions that shape how we show up for ourselves, our communities, and the world around us. Whether it's teaching women how to advocate for their healthcare needs, buiding sustainable communities through homesteading, relearning ancient… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/riverside_culture_stew_season_7_ep_1_-_jan_13_2026_maria_morukians_st.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Bringing Joy to Change: A Conversation with Judy Oyedele](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/bringing-joy-to-change-a-conversation-with-judy-oyedele) _2025-07-02 · Culture Stew_ In this episode of Culture Stew, host Maria Maroukian welcomes Judy Oyedele, founder and principal consultant of Joyedele Consulting. Judy is an organizational development practitioner and executive leadership coach with over a decade of experience helping leaders across sectors break out of the status quo and lead with clarity, ease, and strong boundaries. Judy shares reflections on her… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6_E16_Judy_Oyedele.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## ["Rewriting the Wellness Script: Melanie Smith's Holistic Path to Healing"](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/rewriting-the-wellness-script-melanie-smiths-holistic-path-to-healing) _2025-06-11 · Culture Stew_ In this live and in-person episode of Culture Stew , Maria sits down with the dynamic Melanie Smith, founder of Moves with Melanie , a health and wellness company based in Silver Spring, Maryland. With a powerful blend of pharmacy expertise, fitness instruction, and integrative nutrition coaching, Melanie shares her personal and professional journey one that took her from a military childhood to… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6_E15_Melanie_Smith.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Healing Racial Trauma and Reimagining Mental Health with Dr. Monnica Williams](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/healing-racial-trauma-and-reimagining-mental-health-with-dr-monnica-williams) _2025-05-29 · Culture Stew_ This episode of Culture Stew dives deep into the intersection of race, mental health, and systemic change with special guest Dr. Monnica T. Williams, a renowned clinical psychologist, professor, and leading researcher in racial trauma and mental health disparities. Dr. Williams joins Maria to explore the profound impact of racial injustice on psychological well-being—and how culturally informed… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6_E13_Dr_Monnica_Williams.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Knowledge is Power: Dismantling Bias with Dr. Rehman Abdulrehman](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/knowledge-is-power-dismantling-bias-with-dr-rehman-abdulrehman) _2025-05-14 · Culture Stew_ Dr. Rehman Abdulrehman returns to Culture Stew to dive even deeper into the emotional, cultural, and systemic layers of anti-racism, leadership, and psychological wellness. A renowned clinical and consulting psychologist, Dr. Abdulrehman shares insights from his groundbreaking tools like "Bias Outside the Box," his ongoing research, and his work as founder of tesbias.com and livingwithracism.com.… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6_E13_Dr.R.A.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [When Rocket Science Meets DEI: Measuring Inclusion with Paolo Gaudiano](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/when-rocket-science-meets-dei-measuring-inclusion-with-paolo-gaudiano) _2025-04-25 · Culture Stew_ In this episode of Culture Stew, host Maria Morukian interviews Paolo Gaudiano, a dynamic voice in the DEI space whose journey to this work is anything but traditional. With advanced degrees in aerospace engineering and neuroscience, Paolo brings a deeply analytical lens to a field often led by personal stories and emotion. As the founder and Chief Scientist of Aleria and author of Measuring… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6_E12_Paolo_G.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [One Cloud, Every AI Layer (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/u9IUDsmxq8Ck) _2025-04-25 · **Sponsored**_ Run agents, inference, and infrastructure on one stack — economics improve as you scale. ## [Facts Don't Change Minds. People Do. A Conversation with JonRobert 'Tat' Tartaglione](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/facts-dont-change-minds-people-do-a-conversation-with-jonrobert-tat-tartaglione) _2025-04-09 · Culture Stew_ In this episode of Culture Stew, Maria sits down with psychologist and behavioral scientist JonRobert "Tat" Tartaglione to explore the complexities of human behavior, persuasion, and the psychology behind social change. Tat shares how his winding path from philosophy major to behavioral scientist was driven by a deep curiosity about human nature. He introduces a compelling metaphor of the mind as… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6_E11_Tat_-_JonRobert_Tartaglione.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [The Power of the Pride – Women, Leadership, and the Future of Work](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/the-power-of-the-pride-women-leadership-and-the-future-of-work) _2025-03-20 · Culture Stew_ Welcome back to Culture Stew! In this special Women's History Month episode, your host, Maria Morukian, reflects on the strength of women in leadership, the power of collaboration, and why we need to rethink the way we define workplace success. Inspired by a conversation with her daughter, Maria shares an insightful analogy comparing the cooperative and resilient nature of lionesses in a pride to… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/Maria_M_WHM.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Transcending the Static: DEI in a Shifting Landscape](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/transcending-the-static-dei-in-a-shifting-landscape) _2025-02-20 · Culture Stew_ In this solo episode, Maria dives into the pressing challenges facing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives in the wake of the new administration's executive orders. With DEI programs under increasing scrutiny and pressure, Maria discusses the broader implications for organizations in both the public and private sectors, and what they can do to uphold their commitments to equity and… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6E10_Maria_M_.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Reheated: Die Standing with Elmer Dixon](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/reheated-die-standing-with-elmer-dixon) _2025-02-05 · Culture Stew_ Explore the incredible journey of Elmer Dixon, co-founder of the Seattle Chapter of the Black Panther Party. From the turbulent 1960s to his role as a global diversity consultant, Elmer's story offers a unique perspective on the fight for racial justice. In this episode, Elmer Dixon shares his experiences as a Black Panther Party co-founder, detailing the challenges they faced, such as government… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6E9_Reheated_W_Elmer_D.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Transforming Reproductive Justice: Advocating for Incarcerated Women with Dr. Carolyn Sufrin](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/transforming-reproductive-justice-advocating-for-incarcerated-women-with-dr-carolyn-sufrin) _2025-01-15 · Culture Stew_ In this compelling episode of Culture Stew, host Maria Morukian speaks with Dr. Carolyn Sufrin, medical anthropologist, obstetrician/gynecologist, and a leading advocate for the reproductive health and rights of incarcerated women. Dr. Sufrin shares her journey from delivering babies shackled to a bed as a young resident to leading groundbreaking research and advocacy for some of the most… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6E7Carolyn_Sufrin.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Reheated - Humanistic Leadership: Prioritizing Human Dignity and Well Being for Better Business Results](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/reheated-humanistic-leadership-prioritizing-human-dignity-and-well-being-for-better-business-results) _2024-12-25 · Culture Stew_ We are reheating one of our favorite Culture Stew episodes! If you missed this fascinating interview with Dr. Shaista Khalji from Season June 2020, take a listen. More than ever, we need leaders who are committed to treating all humans with dignity, compassion, and respect. -- Dr. Shaista Khiliji is a professor of Human and Organizational Learning and International Affairs at George Washington… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/CS_Reheated_Shaista_Kahlji.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Holding Up the Mirror: Reimagining DEI and Systemic Change with Wendy Moomaw](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/holding-up-the-mirror-reimagining-dei-and-systemic-change-with-wendy-moomaw) _2024-12-11 · Culture Stew_ In this deeply reflective episode of Culture Stew, host Maria Morukian reconnects with Wendy Moomaw, founder of the Conscious Collaboratory, executive coach, facilitator, and systems thinker. Wendy brings her expertise in embodiment practices and her passion for uncovering leaders' potential to explore and co-create new futures with their teams and communities. Maria and Wendy dive into a… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/Wendy_Moomaw.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Protecting Your Peace and Sustaining Momentum for Social Change](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/protecting-your-peace-and-sustaining-momentum-for-social-change) _2024-11-20 · Culture Stew_ In this solo episode, host Maria Morukian reflects on themes from the Culture Stew November Newsletter, exploring the challenges and opportunities in continuing the fight for social change amid a tumultuous post-election climate. Maria shares personal insights inspired by her father's lessons as a history teacher and invites us to consider how patterns from the past can guide us toward a brighter,… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6E4_Maria.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [From Chemistry to Community: Kai Stowers on Science, Leadership, and the Human Side of Change](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/from-chemistry-to-community-kai-stowers-on-science-leadership-and-the-human-side-of-change) _2024-10-30 · Culture Stew_ In this episode of Culture Stew, host Maria Morukian speaks with Kai Stowers, a chemist turned Leadership and DEI Consultant and Coach. Kai shares his journey from the lab to a career centered on building high-performing, inclusive teams, driven by a passion for both science and the human dynamics of leadership. Through candid stories, he reflects on the challenges of embracing one's full identity… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6E3_Kai_Stowers.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Special Episode: Ember Roundtable at University of Colorado Denver](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/special-episode-ember-roundtable-at-university-of-colorado-denver) _2024-10-18 · Culture Stew_ In this special episode of Culture Stew, recorded at the University of Colorado Denver, we explore the transformative power of Ember: Igniting and Sustaining a Community of Equity Practitioners. We had the privilege of sitting down with all four facilitators, Maria Morukian, Chris Haigh, Aaron Barlin and Carmen Foster, to dive into discussions about the critical role of community in driving equity… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/CS_Ember_E3_V3.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Open-source Screen Sharing with Control (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/RW27vg45Vh60) _2024-10-18 · **Sponsored**_ WebRTC screen sharing with simultaneous mouse & keyboard control; viewers join in browser. ## [Culture Stew's 100th Episode](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/culture-stews-100th-episode) _2024-09-25 · Culture Stew_ Welcome to the first episode of Season 6 and the 100th episode of Culture Stew! This season, the podcast focuses on gender equity through an intersectional lens , highlighting the stories of diverse women and femme-identifying individuals whose experiences are often overlooked or misrepresented. In this episode, we are joined by Devin M. Moran and Jasmin M. Robinson , two scholars conducting… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/S6_E1_100th_eps_.mp3?dest-id=1070441) ## [Welcome to Culture Stew Season Six!](https://culturestew.libsyn.com/welcome-to-culture-stew-season-six) _2024-09-11 · Culture Stew_ Welcome to season six! This season, we are going to be experimenting with some new approaches and focusing on a central theme where exploring the experiences of women from an intersectional perspective, shifting the focus from deficit-based narratives to stories of strength, creativity, and resilience. Gender equity is a universal issue, and with reproductive rights under attack and the ongoing… [Listen](https://traffic.libsyn.com/secure/culturestew/Season_6_E_Zero.mp3?dest-id=1070441)