This Conversation Matters

This short promo conversation with the host's Mother covers the experience Vera Curry-James had when there was segregation in Alabama schools. Hear her full story in Episode 7 " Integration Is Like a Salad: My Mom on Growing Up in the Segregated South ." Subscribe where you find your podcasts or follow on YouTube @ShereeCurryMedia Takeaways Segregation in schools Impact of civil rights movement

In this conversation, host Sheree Curry speaks with her mom, Vera Curry James, who reflects on growing up Black in segregated Alabama during the Jim Crow era and later attending an integrated school in Chicago. Vera discusses how those experiences shaped her career as an educator, her life as a mother, and her deep belief in the importance of integration, equality and belonging. Takeaways Diversit...

Mother's Day weekend is also the fishing opener weekend in Minnesota. This promo highlights a 2025 conversation, I had with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, who discusses the appeal of fishing as a lifetime sport and the investment in outdoor infrastructure in Minnesota. He highlights the high percentage of citizens with fishing licenses and the year-round fishing opportunities available. Additionally...

In this promo for the full Farm Life episode, we speak with farmer Erica Sawatzke, who shares her deep connection to the land and the passion she has for passing down this legacy to future generations. She shows pride in owning and maintaining the land, and the responsibility farmers feel in feeding people. Hear the full podcast @ShereeCurryMedia : https://youtu.be/CLw7L763G8w

The conversation covers the challenges of farm business management, the impact of government policies on farming, and the importance of diversification for sustainability. It also delves into family succession planning, financial pressures, and the future outlook for farming. The speakers, Eric and Erica Sawatzke and Deron Erickson, provide advice for farmers and discuss the use of technology in m...

This promo for the Autism Awareness Month conversation highlights the key areas of communication, social interaction, and restrictive behavior patterns that doctors look for when diagnosing if someone meets the criteria for being on the autism spectrum. Guests are Tracy Parent and Jaime Parent. The full episode is on YouTube at ShereeCurryMedia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9gKpjpC3dE And on va...

This conversation explores the positive impact of social media on autism awareness and the journey of individuals with autism. Guest Sheletta Brundidge covers the role of social media as a tool for spreading information, promoting awareness, and providing support for families and individuals affected by autism. Additional guests, Jaimie and Tracy Parent, discuss the unmasking process and seeking d...

This episode features insights from three distinguished general counsels (Bryan Phillips, Dorothy Capers, and Kevin Armstrong) discussing their career paths, the importance of diversity in the legal profession, and the evolving role of general counsel in corporate leadership. They share personal stories, strategic advice, and the significance of mentorship and relationship-building in advancing in...

“When Black and Brown women are safe, all women are safe.” - Lakeisha Lee Learn how Lakeisha Lee turned the tragedy of the 2013 murder of her sister into advocacy through the Brittany Clardy Foundation. In this conversation, we explore Lakeisha’s journey, the foundation’s mission, and how community involvement can drive significant change in addressing violence against women, particularly Black wo...

Lakisha Lee shares the tragic loss of her sister, Brittany Clardy, and the impact it had on her life. In this short clip, she emphasizes the perpetual injustice faced by Black women. Her full story can be found in Episode 4 of This Conversation Matters. The episode coincides with the Day on the Hill, supported by The Minnesota Office for Missing and Murdered Black Women, founded in part because of...

Athena Joy Curry has been missing for 15 years. She is the baby sister of Sheree Curry, the host of "This Conversation Matters." In an upcoming episode, Sheree speaks with their other sister, Aisha Magee Curry. The conversation delves into the emotional journey of coping with the disappearance of a loved one. It explores their initial concerns, the impact on the family, and the emotional toll of h...

This one-minute clip from This Conversation Matters explores the historical alliance between the Jewish and Black communities against oppression and discrimination, highlighting the two-way support and solidarity between the two groups. Hear the full conversation with journalist Robin Washington and Dr. Yohuru Williams on podcast platforms and YouTube channel @ShereeCurryMedia. Takeaways Alliance...

This episode of This Conversation Matters explores the historical and contemporary relationship between the Black and Jewish communities, highlighting their shared experiences, alliances, and challenges. It also delves into the role of journalism in telling the stories of ethnic communities and the importance of seeking truth despite challenges and attacks. Host, Sheree Curry, is both Black and Je...

This trailer highlights a conversation exploring the intersection of antisemitism and anti-Black racism, the fractured history within the Black community, and the shared history of oppression between Black Americans and Jews. With guest Dr. Yohuru Williams of the Racial Justice Initiative at the University of St. Thomas, it delves into the historical context and challenges faced by both communitie...

Karyn Parsons, who played Hilary Banks on the Fresh Prince of Bel Air, discusses her own upbringing in the 70s and contrasts it with her mother's experiences in the Jim Crow South and the civil rights era, and her daughter's post the murder of Georg Floyd. She emphasizing the generational differences in their encounters with race. Karyn spoke with Sheree Curry originally for an article that appear...

W. Kamau Bell speaks with Sheree Curry on the role of conversations as a catalyst for change, rather than the change itself. Hear the full Ep. 1 of This Conversation Matters on Spotify or: https://youtu.be/PMF49lB7cjo Takeaways Create a space for free-flowing and judgment-free conversations Conversations are the tip of the change spear, not the change itself Chapters 00:00 Creating a Safe Space fo...

Karyn Parsons, who played Hilary Banks on the 1990s sitcom Fresh Prince of Bel Air speaks on This Conversation Matters about what it was like growing up biracial in America. She discusses her crush on Lenny Kravitz, the values her parents instilled in her and what she's up to now through her Sweet Blackberry Foundation. Her conversation with host Sheree Curry was originally recorded for an article...

What does it mean to be mixed race in America today and how is that experience shaped by family, identity and the world around us? In this episode, I speak with comedian and filmmaker W. Kamau Bell, creator of the HBO Max documentary "1000% Me: Growing Up mixed." He, along with a family featured in his documentary, discuss raising mixed race children in America and what life is like for some mixed...