Black Menaces Podcast

Ellie Coates is the Chief Marketing Officer of Brand One Media in Salt Lake City. She has managed over $250 million USD in marketing projects and has worked with brands like Fabletics, Russell Brunson, Kris Krohn, PB Fit, and Potbelly Foods. In this episode, Ellie shares her experiences as a mother, businesswoman, and a woman of color in the professional world.

In this episode Nate & Rachel interview Meredith, also known as Ms. Meredith (stage name). They discuss Merdieth's jounrey of growing up LDS in Provo, Utah to eventually identiying as gay, and recently coming out as a trans woman. Meredith shares the diffuclties of understanding her sexuality & gender idenity, and how being introduced to drag helped her fully accept herself as a trans...

In this interview, Rachel and Nate interviewed Cedric Adja. They discussed his experience immigrating to the United States from Ivory Coast to Washington DC, how he ended up in Utah, and his journey to becoming more politically aware. This has led to him being a co-founder of a new app that helps everyday citizens learn about their local politicians and the laws being passed in their local governm...

In this episode, Nate interviews Melodie Jackson, Johnisha Williams, and Andra Johnson about their BYU experiences and the activism they were a part of during their time there. When these four get together they are not liable for anything you might hear! Enjoy this unfiltered, and possibly unhinged episode!

In this interview Rachel and Nate interview Greg Noel, who is a  first-generation Haitian-American Licensed Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (LAMFT). Greg enjoys the privilege of working with a diverse population of clients who identify as being Black, Indigenous, Latine, Pacific-Islander, Asian, White, gender-queer, heterosexual, neurotypical, neurodivergent, religious, non-religious, able...

In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview State Representative Sandra Hollins about her work representing District 21 in the state House of Representatives. Originally from New Orleans, Louisiana, Representative Hollins was elected in 2014 and has served as a representative since then. Her background in social work has aided her in her work as an advocate not only for the constituents in District...

In this episode, Nate and Rachel discuss current events surrounding politics and DEI in Utah and answer questions that YOU, our loyal audience asked us! We'll post future chances to ask questions on our IG stories!

IN this episode, Nate and Rachel interview Bryson Alejandro, Colombian-American and Utah native. Bryson is a Latinx film producer and actor. He strives to elevate diverse voices in art and film, believing that there should not only be more stories told about people of color, but there should be more stories with people of color, regardless of culture or subject matter. As part of this mission, Bry...

Happy New Year! The Black Menace Podcast is back for 2024 and we're kicking this year off with an interview with Kaleb Ford (she/they). In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview Kaleb about their experience growing up with pro-Black foster parents living with a White family and attending a predominantly White private school in their high school years. Kaleb shares their journey of understanding t...

In this episode, Nate and Sebastian interview Max Coca, a son of Mexican immigrants and a native of Provo, UT. Max shares the amazing journey of how he has fought to claim his Mexican identity and his sense of self and self worth while growing up in a predominantly white community. You will most certainly be inspired by this episode, because we were!

In this episode, Nate interviews Asher Head. Asher is an entrepreneur, artist, craftsman, son, brother, actor, and singer, and he is also a Black Trans Man. Join us for Asher's amazing story of identity, acceptance, and self-actualization in this instant classic of an episode! You can follow Asher on IG:  @coolkid_23 

In this episode, Nate and Sebastian interview Jillian Sowell. Jillian seems to have lived many lives rolled into one as she discusses her identity as a Black Queer Woman, mother, daughter, Doula/Midwife, bodybuilder, and founder or a Women's Rugby League. Join us on this incredible journey!

In this episode, Nate and Sebastian interview Cheryl Etiang! As a Doula, Midwife, and Mother, Cheryl speaks on her experiences working in the medical field abroad and in the United States and about the importance of having an advocate during the journey of pregnancy and childbirth. Follow Cheryl on IG: @heyy.cheryl and Tiktok: @heyy..cheryl Find her recommendations here: Attached: The New Science...

In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview Alexis Munoa Dyer, a $unga`al (woman) of the Atáaxum Payómkawichum Pechangayam, or Western People. She is a former BYU student, but more importantly, she is an artist, mother, and a teacher. Join us as Alexis shares her incredible experience navigating the world and BYU as an Indigenous woman. You can follow Alexis on IG @alexismunoadyer Here are links to...

In this episode, Kennethia and Nate interview Dr. Jennifer Noble. Dr. Jennifer Noble (Dr. Jenn) is a licensed psychologist, lover of adolescents and coach for parents of mixed race children. She is the creator of The Mixed Life Academy, an online coaching community for parents of mixed race kids helping them raise confident, resilient children. She has a private practice in Los Angeles where she w...

In this episode Nate and Sebastian interview Michelda George on a variety of topics, including Hatian American Identity, Racism and sexism in corporate America,Racial Identity, Faith, Diversity in Utah and Her upcoming Unity Block Party, featuring Iniko! You can purchase tickets for the event at VersatileImage.org and use the code BLACKMENACES for a discount! EVENT DETAILS: September 16 @ 2PM Libr...

In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview James Jackson lll. James Jackson is a Utah native, father, author, and founder of the Utah Black Chamber. James discusses his upbringing in Utah, how he created the Black Chamber, and his work as a leader and advocate in the state of Utah. James has written three books, with his latest book, "Living With Purpose: Find Your Passion, Grow Your Influenc...

In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview Adhieu Arok. A native of South Sudan, Adhieu immigrated to Utah as a child from a refugee camp in Kenya. She spent much of her childhood adjusting to the cultural differences she encountered in her new home. She earned a Bachelor's in Public Health at BYU and a Master's of Public Health at Boise State University. In this episode, she shares her ex...

In this interview Kylee and Nate interview Chef Tasha, who shares about her journey becoming a chef. Along with what inspired her, how race & gender have impacted her experiences, and her hope of teaching the younger generation to cook more.

In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview Marisa Cannon, winner of the Miss Bikini USA pageant and the first Black Miss Bikini Utah! Marisa shares her story about growing up as a transracial adoptee in Arizona and Utah, as well as her challenges with mental health and her experiences as a Black woman.

In this episode Nate and Rachel interviewed Terrell Benally (he/him/they/them). In this interview Terrell shares about his experience living on a reservation, becoming ti identity as 2 spirit, what does it mean to be 2 spirit and his journey to starting his own makeup brand 2SPIRIT BEAUTY. You can purchase from 2SPIRIT BEAUTY here: https://2spiritbeauty.com/ You can follow Terrell @terrell2spirit...

In this episode, Rachel and Nate interview Sean Wilson. Sean is the Organizing Director at Dream. Org. His 17 years of lived experience and direct involvement with the criminal legal system, allow him to share insight into a system he believes to be broken and in need of reform. Before joining the Dream Corps JUSTICE team, Sean was the ACLU of Wisconsin’s Smart Justice Campaign Manager, where he m...

In this episode Nate and Rachel interview Luis Fernando Puente, @luisfernando. Puente. They discuss his experiences growing up in an immigrant household, Luis's path to creating films, and the future of cinema with more diverse stories on the big screen. Luis biography: Luis was born in Monterrey, Mexico and emigrated to the US during his childhood, Luis Fernando Puente studied Media Arts at B...

In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview Gil and Maleny, discussing their experiences being immigrants in the United States, what it was like attending PWIs, and the beautiful parts of being multilingual. Gil was born in Mexico but grew up in Utah. He graduated with honors from his high school and was a member of Latinos In Action for over 5 years. He's a student at UVU pursuing a degree in...

In this episode, Nate and Rachel interview the amazing Sheryl Ellsworth about her experiences as an Educator, an Administrator, and a Black LDS Woman. Sheryl Ellsworth is an at-home mother and resides with her family in a suburb of Atlanta. She worked previously as the project manager for the Utah Youth Leadership Pipeline, an initiative to increase BIPOC representation in Utah's education, politi...