Black Gems Dive In Podcast

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Derek Chauvin Verdict and Justice Department Investigation into the Louisville Police Department.” The pair discuss psychological safety and how to garner trust to get authentic input. The pair also chat about resources they use for DEI work and creating buy-in within organizations. Lastly, Kua and Kendra share their gem of...

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topics of the week, “CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky Unveils Agency Initiative to Address Racism in Health“, “Minnesota Officer Who Shot Daunte Wright Meant to Fire Taser, Chief Says” and “Police Officer is Fired after Pepper Spraying Black Army Medic”. The pair welcomes Chad Williams, Founder of “dooProcess” a wrongfully arrested individual...

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss two hot topics this week, “Local radio host makes insensitive and colorist comments” and “Georgia’s new voting restrictions”. The pair acknowledge and discuss Women’s History Month and highlight recent contributions that women have made both locally and nationally. Lastly, Kua and Kendra share their gem of the day. 

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “What the Grammys got right and wrong about diversity, from Beyoncé to BTD”. The pair welcomes Darnell Haywood, Community Responsibility Officer at BankonBuffalo who engages people locally about banking, including financial literacy classes in the Northland Corridor. Darnell also helps to establish DEI initiatives and strives...

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Dr. Seuss Enterprises Will Shelve 6 Books, Citing 'Hurtful' Portrayals”. The pair also discuss anti-blackness, its global impact and how communities of color can also perpetuate anti-blackness. Kua and Kendra also discuss their gem of the day. 

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra welcome guests Shannon Currie and Jer’Mykeal McCoy, both members of the Urban League Young Professionals in their respective cities. Shannon is an accomplished brand consultant, strategic communicator, influencer, and advocate, with over a decade of experience working with Fortune 500 corporations, institutions, and emerging businesses. Jer’Mykeal is a busines...

On this week’s episode Kua discusses the hot topic of the week, “Asian hate crimes continue to rise during the pandemic”. She welcomes Olivia Cox, Doctor of Nursing Practice to discuss all things related to COVID-19 vaccines, myths, health equity and why people of color should consider taking the vaccine. They also answer questions from our listeners related to the vaccine and what to expect when...

Season 2 is here! On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Parents wanted to opt their children out of Black History Month. A Utah school let them”. The pair also discuss the historic experiences that Black people have had while traveling and the Green Book that guided Black people on where to stay safely. The pair also shares their “gem of the day”.

On the season finale of the pod, Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Biden Chooses All-Female Senior White House Communications Team”. The pair welcome Jamil Crews, CEO/Owner of Crews Control Media. The group recaps our first season of the Black Gems Dive In Podcast and talk about what to expect in season 2. Jamil also shares his “gem of the day”.  Follow Jamil: https://instagram.co...

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Strides in women leadership roles in sports”. The pair welcome Derrick Parson, social entrepreneur, CEO and Founder of The AppleTree Agency and GRASPIE, a startup ed-tech firm. The group discuss entrepreneurship and the successes and failures that come with starting your own business. Derrick also shares his “gem of the day”...

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, The U.S. Election. The pair welcome Lindsey Taylor, NYS Licensed Real Estate Broker and creator of the “Beau Fleuve” Music & Arts Festival. The group discuss generational wealth and the importance of multiple streams of income. Lindsey also shares his “gem of the day”.  Follow Lindsey: @BeauFleuveMusicArts @crownentlindse...

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “There Is Nothing Minor About Us’: Why Forbes Won’t Use The Term Minority To Classify Black And Brown People”. The pair welcome Edreys Wajed, artist, musician, writer, jeweler, designer, and one half muralist and painter of The Albright Knox’s latest mural project located at 712 Main Street, Buffalo, NY. The group discuss how...

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra host their first live show! The pair welcome Leadership Buffalo on the podcast to discuss health equity and health disparities in communities of color. They discuss the hot topic of the week, “The North Face puts $7 Million Toward Diversifying the Outdoors” and how Social Determinants of Health can predict your life expectancy. To learn more about Leadership B...

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Starbucks ties executive pay to diversity goals”. The pair welcome Shatorah Donovan, Chief Diversity Officer for the City of Buffalo and co-host of The B Suite Podcast. The group discuss the importance of certifying your minority or women-owned business as well as how diversity and inclusion plays a role in policing. Shatora...

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Shaq O’Neal votes for the first time at age 48”. The pair welcome Jasmine Fluker, CEO and Founder of the Pivotal Paradigm Project, a full-service DEI Firm (IG: @pivotalparadigmproject). The group discuss imposter syndrome, how it shows up and what individuals can do to combat it. Jasmine also shares her “gem of the day”.

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra welcome their first guest to the podcast, ADRI. V “The Go Getta,” radio and media extraordinaire to discuss the hot topic of the week “Megan Thee Stallion’s performance on SNL”. They also discuss diverse representation in the media and showing up as your authentic self. ADRI. V also shares her “gem of the day”.

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week “Wells Fargo CEO Blames ‘Limited Pool Of Black Talent’ For Trouble Reaching Diversity Goals”. The pair also share their “gem of the day”. Produced by Crews Control Media.

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week “An executive order to ban Diversity & Inclusion training”. The pair also talk about “Corporate Social Justice” and what organizations are doing in response to recent events. And finally, they share their “gem of the day”.

Crews Control Media presents The Black Gems Dive In Podcast, a weekly conversation about inclusive cultures and everything in the diversity, equity and inclusion space. The podcast is hosted by Kua and Kendra, two amazing women and practitioners in the diversity and inclusion field.  The recent climate in our country has forced us to start having more conversations about what it means to be equita...