in our tribe

In episode 78 Adrian sits down with Clarissa  Laguardia, Executive Director of The California Center for Civic Participation to chat about the importance of youth voice and leadership in the civic arena.,  Clarissa  also shares her lens on leading during these interesting times and the importance of creating and staying in community.  

For the third installment of the Creciente Leadership Inspiración Series, Adrian is joined by author, actor, and owner of the largest collection of Chicano Art: Cheech Marin. Adrian and Cheech discuss his history with the arts, the importance of the Chicano Movement, and how we make sure we show up for ourselves and our community. 

In this episode of in our tribe Adrian sits down with leadership extraordinaire Doni Blumenstock to discuss her journey as a leader of leaders and what is needed now more than ever to lead in this brave New World.

Have you heard about the amazing work being done by The Central Valley Journalism Collaborative (CVJC) that is fighting to protect the first amendment by building a vibrant local free press? CVJC Executive Director, Alma Martinez and Executive Editor, Joe Kieta join Adrian to discuss how they are bringing real news back and engaging the community in their efforts to ensure the people of the Centra...

In episode 74 we are joined by two of Sacramento's Cohort 3 Changemakers and Senior Fellows of Creciente, a YDN Latinx leadership program. Tune in to hear what Monica and Armando have to say about creating and inspiring change throughout the Sacramento region and what being recognized for their efforts means to both of them. ¡Adelante! 

In episode 83 we are joined by Creciente Latino/Latinx Leadership Program Fellow Alex Cadenas. We know you will enjoy Alex's story on how his upbringing and professional development has prepared him to be a trusted resource for the Latino community and all Californians. We need more leaders like Mr. Cadenas. 

Hello awesome people! We decided to practice a little mental health this week as we prepare for the news of our nation's election results. Please take good care of yourselves and your loved ones during this time. Here is a short message from our host Adrian on how he will be doing his best to take care of his mental health this week.  See you soon and thank you for being a valued listener of the i...

In another special live recorded episode of in our tribe we sit down with Author Julissa Arce as part of our Inspiración Speaker Series. Julissa and Adrian discuss her story, her thoughts on the state of Latinx/Latine people, and the extraordinary times we live in with many challenges and opportunities. 

And we are back for another insightful season of the in our tribe podcast!  We are kicking off season 8 with an episode we recorded live as part of the  inspiración Speaker Series with the bestselling author of Solito, Javier Zamora. In this episode Mr. Zamora sits down with Adrian to share more of his heroic story of his nine week migration to the USA through El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, and e...

To close out our season of stellar Youth Developers and Changemakers we're joined by Dr. Addie Ellis, author of the book Black Butterfly: Essays on isms and lived experiences in a race-centric nation, and the call to action. Dr. Ellis walks us through the three parts of her book and what it looks like to take off our masks and show up, exactly as we are. We couldn't have asked for a better final e...

In this episode we're joined again by two YDN Legends, Chaez Boswell (Season 6, Episode 57) and Anthony Vincent (Season 2, Episode 16). We get down into the weeds about passion driven entrepreneurship and the risks and rewards of doing what you love. Our friends give us some excellent gems in this one, like "don't mistake effort for results", working to inspire others to follow their own path, and...

Everyone has something to offer and we need everyone involved to develop our communities. In this episode of in our tribe we reconnect with Ron Dwyer-Voss, a black-belt in Asset-Based Community Development and the Chief Executive Officer and Lead Consultant of Pacific Community Solutions, Inc. Together we dive into the importance of inclusion, equity, relationships, and culture in Community Develo...

In Episode 67 of in our tribe we sit down with Carlos Santini, the CEO of Mizzen Education, to connect on the events and experiences that define Youth Development in our lives and in the lives of young people now. The world has changed but young people still need the same Supports and Opportunities, so let's talk about what do practitioners need to do to learn and grow alongside the people they se...

In season 7 episode 66, Woodland Joint Unified School District Superintendent Elodia Lampkin and Board President Rojelio Villagrana share the highlights of creating the "Woodland Community Call to Action: Our United Aspiration for Youth". Tune in to find out how the community of Woodland plans on making their city the place to be for youth and their families in the next decade.  The District and t...

In this episode, Felix Contreras discusses his journey to National Public Radio's Alt. Latino . A seasoned voice in music journalism, takes us behind the scenes of his journey covering Latinx artists and stories in the music industry. Gain a unique perspective on the challenges, triumphs, and untold stories that shape the narrative of Latinx musicians. From groundbreaking stories to the evolving l...

In this episode, Linda Farleyl discusses The Girl Scouts. Her extensive experience takes us on a journey through the rich history and impactful initiatives of the organization. Learn how this renowned organization has been shaping young minds and instilling leadership skills for generations. Whether you have a connection to the Girl Scouts or are passionate about leadership education, this episode...

In this episode, Tina Garcia and Maria Segoviano, who are apart of Nueva Epoca's Cohort IV. Tina and Maria share their inspiring journeys as Latinas in the leadership community. Learn how they've embraced change, navigated challenges, and carved out paths for themselves in their personal and professional lives. They provide valuable insights into breaking barriers, fostering diversity, and the imp...

In this episode, Dr. Steve Olmos discusses Visions In Education. He talks about the mission to redefine public education as we offer tuition-free, personalized learning opportunities. Dr. Olmos touches on how Visions In Education can empower homeschooling families with the resources and support they need to succeed. Tune in to this week's episode to hear more about what Visions In Education can of...

Welcome back to in our tribe! We kick off Season 7 with author of Bridge the Gap: Breakthrough Communication Tools to Transform Work Relationships From Challenging to Collaborative, Katie McCleary. In this episode she talks about challenges she had to face when deciding to co-write a book. Katie touches on practicing not being reactive to a situation but to be responsive, leaning into curiosity, a...

In this episode of in our tribe, Kerry and Jason talk about the CIty of Lincoln and it's small town community feel. They talk about the growth of the community and what that means for the youth of Lincoln. Kerry and Jason talk about the Youth Development Plan and what it will look like for the young people of Lincoln. 

On this episode, Monica, current member in Nueva Epoca's Cohort 4, speaks on her role as a Youth Coordinator at Sac Kids First. She talks about the origin of the organization and what they strive for to support the youth in the Sacramento region. Monica is very passionate about what she does and it clearly shows in this episode! To learn more about Sac Kids First click here and check out their Fac...

In this episode of in our tribe our YDN team discusses our 4 day, 10 hour work week. We disect what had worked for us and what kind of bumps that may come along with this approach. We also talk about how we use the extra day off. If you would like more information about the benefits of a 4/10 work week, click here !

In this episode of in our tribe Chaez Boswell, one of the producers of the Sacramento Sol Blume Music Festival, talks about how this festival came to life in 2018 at Cesar Chavez to now, 2023 at Discovery Park. Chaez speaks on how the team plans to continue making improvements from the festivals before and who we should expect to see on the main stages! Mark your calendars becasue this R&B, Alt. R...

In this episode of in our tribe Artie & Julie from the Fresno Developing Regions Inclusive and Vibrant Economy Initiative speak about their roles as the Initiative Director & Program Officer for Racial Equity and Inclusion. They talk about the potential Fresno has for growth in various areas of the city, what their goals are to get there, and how the DRIVE Initiative helps Fresno reach their fulle...

In this episode of in our tribe Jason and Jose, from Lutheran Social Services, talk about homelessness surrounding college students. They talk about different programs that can help students in a time of need and the services their program provides. They touch on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs and how college campuses go about making students feel wanted and like they belong. To learn more about Luth...