Project Good Podcast

Episode summary: Often the topic of our large prison population is discussed in the United States, but the root of the problem starts with juvenile justice where young people start on their path to a life of incarceration. The inequity within the systems is often ignored or swept under the rug. This episode explores the hidden sides of juvenile justice that will make you reframe your view.   Topic...

Episode summary: Finally, the vaccine has been distributed and anyone can get vaccinated. People in the United States and abroad can not wait to hit the road for vacations, moves or to see something different than their neighborhood. Learn the new things to consider as you hit the road. Topics discussed in this episode: -Solo Travel Movement [7:33] -Fears of Solo Travel Movement [9:09] - The effec...

Episode summary: The aftermath of the pandemic has left many people questioning the future in many ways. Predicting the future is hard, during this episode we examine different factors that came to light during the crisis and explore the possibilities. Topics discussed in this episode: - Effects of the Pandemic [5:14] -U.S. Economy [6:15] -Unemployment [7:58] -Women and the Pandemic [9:07] - Incom...

Episode summary: As the work world is changing and family structures become less uniform, men are questioning where and how they fit into society’s ever progressive framework. In this episode we look at the pressures men are facing around masculinity and fatherhood. Topics discussed in this episode: - Masculinity in Crisis [3:27] -Healthy Masculinity [4:36] -Defining Your Manhood [7:37] -Toxic Mas...

Episode summary: In 2021 Mental Health Awareness Month holds a special place for everyone this year as 2020 was one of the most traumatizing years on record for many across the globe. During this episode Adonica Shaw, author, Founder of Surrender Circle, The Self-Care Everyday Bookstore and the Self-Care Saturday Podcast where she interviews leading wellness experts about self-care discusses what...

Episode summary: April is the month we focus on the Earth and 2021 marks the 51st year of celebrating Earth Day. Air pollution is one of the leading causes of premature death, its responsible for 3.4 deaths each year. For April Project Good Interviewed Hana Creger, Senior Program Manager focused on Environmental Equity at Greenlining. Ms. Creager contributes to the development and implementation o...

Episode summary: In the last five years, women have been making strides from business to politics and the global pandemic threatens to halt women’s progress. In March 2021, Project Good interviewed Sharmili Majmudar, Executive Vice President of Policy and Organizational Impact at Women Employed which is an advocacy organization for women in the workplace. The organization since 1973, works with in...

In the year 2020, race was at the forefront of the riots and protests in almost every major city in America. In February 2021, Project Good interviewed Tomi Akitunde, an Award-winning journalist, content creator and founder of the online media community Mater Mea about what it means to be a Black mother during these times and how motherhood should unite understanding among all races. Connect with...