Coffee & Convos

Looking for a guide to creating an anti-racist community and organization? Then look no further! “Shannon Prince joins me to discuss her book's anti-racist tactics – tactics that anyone, of any race, can use to strike a blow against injustice systemic racism and inspired to tackle injustice in your own communities.   Find Shannon Prince  Linkedin: Shannon Prince   Her book: Tac...

Are you ready for the tea on having difficult conversation? Nai from Black Girl Tea podcast drops all the tea on talking activism with employers and staying true to yourself.  Find Nai and Black Girl Tea Black Girl Tea Podcast is available on Apple podcast Google podcast and Spotify Instagram: @_blackgirltea   Facebook: @bgt02 Find Coffee & Convos on Website CoffeeConvosLiz.com Faceb...

What's your wildest dream? Did it feel magical to think of your dream? Was it hard to experience what it means to dream? This week's guest, Mya Saree' Gray, drops in to remind us to dream out loud.  About Mya  Mya Saree' Gray is a filmmaker, musician, and dreamer. She is a Waterbury native and believes in the city as well as the people here. She is currently working at Neighborhood Housi...

Two local residents throw their hat into the race for public office. While the road is often an uphill battle, these two hopefuls join me to discuss their platform and passions.  Find Bilal Tajildeen, Democratic Candidate for Waterbury's 5th Alder District  Email: bilalwtby@gmail.com Twitter:  @bilalwtby Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/bilalwtby Instagram:  @bilalwtby...

CBD and hemp products are on the rise! Whether in the political or health scene or as a lifestyle choice most everybody has an opinion on this subject. But where do you go when your looking to debunk the myths and political agendas? Right to source! Caleb of Lancashire Hemp shares about his journey, his company, and the CBD info you want to know.  Find Lancashire Hemp Website www.lancashirehe...

Dr Donna de Haan, of the Diversity Doctor Community, joins me to discuss creating a culture of diversity and inclusivity. Creating a diverse and inclusive space is her passion. While she shares her unique perspective on the topic, check out her FREE resource on creating inclusive meeting cultures - meetings are a great place to examine and change exclusionary cultures! For more of her resources an...

Whether witnessing it on the news, your personal life, or just living through 2021 being exposed to trauma can be draining. Yvette, Host of Positively Joy Podcast joins me to discuss the balance between caring for others and caring for yourself. You won't want to miss her tips for finding joy in the middle of chaos.  Find Positively Joy on Website positivelyjoy.com The free guide "5 Step...

When discussing issues of sexual assault or sexual harassment, women are often blamed for some aspect of the circumstances; rather than condemning the act of abuse. Whether her appearance or the way she decided to tell her story is criticized or judged. We discuss this and more as we explore a recent incident that took place in the Australian Parliament.  Where to find Raeni and Not So Irrele...

Pastor Wade returns to provide an update on the efforts to declare that racism is a public health crisis. He helps me process my frustration with system and politics of the issue, while also providing listeners with valuable tools to stay grounded and focused on the road to change!  Where to find Pastor Wade and the Long Hill Bible Church Email: info@longhillbc.org Facebook: @LongHillBib...

Let's build a dynasty! Professor LaTanya White is an entrepreneurship educator, Certified Business Analyst, and Dynastic Wealth™ Building strategist for Black entrepreneurs. Professor White helps Black families understand how to overcome historic economic oppression through entrepreneurship. When we know this, we can create AND transfer wealth down the generational chain for at least three generat...

Raevynn returns to discuss the importance of words. Words are powerful, lasting, and influential.  Words can create hate and division resulting in the chaos and pain seen during the Capitol Riot. This episode we use the events of that day to explore the power of words and how the events of that day impact the level of change and action still required to create a lasting environment of justice...

Cameryn and Faithe of Current Talk Podcast,  join me to discuss Connecticut becoming the first state in the nation to require all high schools in the state offer courses on African-American, Black, Puerto Rican, and Latino studies. The goal of this change is to highlight the  contributions to United States history, society, economy, and culture these cultures had and continue to have; making histo...

Do you ever feel your social media game can be better? Well, Cadence is here to help! She discusses her Virtual Assistant business and shares tips that can be applied to business and life in general.  However, she most inspired me to shift my perspective and focus more on value. Check this episode out to learn more about how taking a value perspective can improve your business and your life.&...

Sam returns to talk Biden's Cabinet picks. Full disclosure neither of us are an expert in this area, so the list is more "fantasy football" in nature than true predictions. We share thoughts on the importance of leadership and how out political awareness has evolved.   Find Sam on Twitter: @SamWatier Find Coffee & Convos on Facebook: @CoffeeandConvoswithLizBullard Instagram: @Coffee_Convo...

Hair is a form of expression, identity, and culture. It means different things to everyone. So imagine hearing your hair is "bad" or "unprofessional", this is too often this experiences happens to black and brown men and women. So to help me shed light on this issue Anissa Bero, instagram influencers and natural hair blogger, joins me to talk discrimination, the CROWN Act, and natural hair tips. &...

Alexis returns to discuss the importance of voting and how local elections impact people in day to day life. Elections are so important and help to shift policy and influence the life of yourself and others. But how do you pick a candidate and why vote? These are some of the topics covered in this episode.  Find Alexis on Twitter: @DmaritzaCarr Instagram: @DmaritzaCarr Find Coffee & Convo...

Need a little more joy in your cup? Yvette, host of Positively Joy is sure to fill your cup way to the top! We discuss how faith and religion show up in everyday life and what would happen if we let our faith base show up more often. Find Positively Joy on Want a new cup to put your three things in? Try the Positively Joy Coffee or Tea mug!  Go to our podcast episode page at positivelyjoy.com...

Shakirah joins me to discuss what it's like to raise children in a time with so much uncertainty and when parents sometimes don't have all the answers. She shares tips that she uses to remain calm, cool, and collected while raising and homeschooling  children.  Where to find Shakirah Wade and the Long Hill Bible Church Email: info@longhillbc.org Facebook:  @LongHillBibleChurch Websi...

I had the privilege of hosting for Talk of the Town's Steve Noxon; host of one of Connecticut's longest running local radio talk programs.  Special thanks to Talk of the Town and all those who support WATR 1320 AM Radio.  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/coffeeconvosliz/message

Anxiety. We all have it, but some experience it more than others. This episode my guest Vikki Louise, Life Coach and Host of F*ck Anxiety & Get Sh*t Done, discusses valuable information about her journey, her podcast, and how to manage anxiety. To access more information on Vikki and her podcast check out the links below. Where to find Vikki Louise  Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/pod...

Have words and convos about liberals, conservatives, right and left-wing left you wondering "What does it mean?" Well, me too. Which is why my friend Dan provides an explanation on various terms discussed this election season. We also touch the topic of freedom of expression and the importance of understanding different views.   Books Recommended by Dan   Karl Popper "Open Soci...

In this episode Sam, my former roommate, and I discuss everything from women in movies, women in politics, and even women who choose not to have a baby. We talk about normalizing the diversity of women and celebrating the complexities of each individual woman.  Find Sam on Twitter: @SamWatier Find Coffee & Convos on Facebook: @CoffeeandConvoswithLizBullard Instagram: @Coffee_Convos_Liz Le...

Waterbury Strong's President, Demetre Coles, and Founding Member, Tyler McElrath join me to talk about the Police Accountability bill recently passed in CT.  Not only do we discuss this bill and the accountability of police, but we also touch upon the accountability of the voter to explore and educate themselves on the issues they deem important.  Waterbury Strong has further discussions...

Pastor Wade joins me to discuss making racism a public health crisis and how he is taking steps to make this a reality. He provides insight on the importance of this issue, as well as insight as to why racism is an important fight for the religious community.  Where to find Pastor Wade and the Long Hill Bible Church  Email: info@longhillbc.org Facebook:  @LongHillBibleChurch Website...

Defunding the police is a topic that stirs various thoughts and emotions. Robert Goodrich discussed a world without police and why he feels this is the way to correct the issues of police brutality.  Where to find Robert M. Goodrich, Co-Founder R.A.C.C.E. - Radical Advocates for Cross-Cultural Education Email: rgoodrich@racce.net Facebook:  @RACCEWtby Twitter: @raccewtby Website:  r...