Black Social Capital Podcast

Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo sit down with Boka Agboje who influences and builds video game communities for some of your favorite brands.

Kijaffa Hall is a business and learning strategist keeping entrepreneurs accountable as they work towards their goals. Her own professional journey inspired her to go into business for herself!

Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo sit down with Nate Howard who is building an after school movement-- Movement BE in San Diego, CA. We talk about the impact of the arts, of after school programming, and the journey to grow nonprofit work.

Dr. Laura McGowan-Robinson tells us how she creates spaces in public education that allow Black and Latinx educators to thrive. Tap in to hear about her professional journey and the nonprofit she founded called the Diversity in Leadership Institute

Dr. Jaqui Thomas and Dr. Theo Fowles chat with Mae Gates, a seasoned political organizer, consultant, and Chief of Staff. She is the youngest Chief of Staff in the legislature and one of only two Black female Chiefs of Staff in the California State Senate.

In this week's episode, we're diving deep into the world of work-life balance and the ever-elusive quest to avoid burnout. Join us as we share our secrets to keeping our sanity while climbing the career ladder. We give practical tips, personal stories, and expert insights that can help you achieve that perfect equilibrium. Don't let burnout steal your joy #WorkLifeBalance #BurnoutBuste...

On this episode of  The Black Social Capital Podcast  Dr. Theo sits down with Imani Nicole. Imani Nicole is a certified breathwork practitioner, meditation guide, and yoga instructor. Her company, Elemental Breath, uses breathwork and movement to bring transformational healing and discovery. Visit: https://www.elementalbreathla.com/ Connect with Imani Nicole: https://linktr.ee/imani.nicole/

In this episode, we chat with Dr. Mohagany Borrayo-Gilchriest. Dr. Mohagany has been actively involved in speaking engagements and educational research focusing on topics such as career exploration, the development of student-athletes, and the employability of Black male student-athletes. She is committed to empowering students and advocates for their rights. #blacksocialcapital #staymotivatedandr...

Dr. Darryl Hylton co-founded The Collegiate Black Male Network to increase the persistence and graduation rates of collegiate African-American males through mentoring.  Through this work, he is able to mentor students, facilitate training, and engage individuals on how to change the narrative of Black men.

Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo kick off SEASON 4 of The Black Social Capital Podcast talking about how the bond between Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. and Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. brought them together! From getting through their doctoral program to building social capital and business, they also shine a light on the greater purpose of historically Black Greek Letter Organizations. It's a new sea...

Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui speak with Aiko Bethea about executive leadership coaching and what today’s leaders can be doing to create truly inclusive work cultures. Like the podcast? You'll love our new merch !

In this solo episode, Dr. Jaqui shares her most recent top five UNpopular opinions.  From clutter to meal prep-- from travel to sports-- we get personal in this podcast tell all!   Fan of the show? Follow on YouTube | IG  @blacksocialcap     Tap into the Greater Than Statement Tee Collection Be a Guest on the show!

Learning how to invest is one of the adultiest things to learn. Dr. Jaqui shares how she got started learning about stocks and investing and shares tips that she learned along the way. Dr. Jaqui is not a financial advisor and is sharing her story for illustrative purposes. -- Grab a Greater Than Statement Tee

Black Social Capital Podcast co-host Dr. Theo Fowles  sits down with self care experts to kick off 2023.    Edden Agonafer, PsyD, MA [ @aidinhealing ] is the Founder and CEO  of Aid in Healing Wellness and Psychological Services. A licensed clinical psychologist based in the Los Angeles area, Dr. Agonafer  partners with clients of all ages to co-create authentic connection...

In a conversation with the next generation of thought leaders, Dr. Theo sits down with Dr. Sy Stokes, Dr. Sarah Toutant, and Dr. Donte Miller who all earned their Ph. D. under the age of 30. Key to each of their perspectives, is a purpose beyond academia-- one that makes an impact for their families, community, and personal networks.  Dr. Sy Stokes is vice president, research at Coqual where...

Dr. Jaqui talks about her journey as a first-generation wealth builder and gives tips for others who are first gen to begin investing.

Dr. Theo Fowles is joined by The Black Man's Book Club in a special episode of The Black Social Capital Podcast. The group talks about 'Nothing Personal' a social commentary writing by James Baldwin in 1963. The club talks about the relevance of Baldwin's words nearly 60 years later.... Read Nothing Personal by James Baldwin Shop The Black Social Capital Podcast: www.staymotivatedandrisetogether.c...

William A. Adams is an award-winning D&I innovator, an engineering trailblazer, and a philanthropist. One of his early accomplishments in his 35 year career was that he helped roll out code globally to many of Microsoft's core products and after that, he served as the first Technical Advisor to the CTO of Microsoft. He co-founded the Microsoft Leap program which was named Microsoft’s D&I P...

Dr. Theo Fowles and Dr. Jaqui Thomas are back for Season 3 of the Black Social Capital Podcast!  Starting this season, listeners will become viewers with special livestreamed episodes and monthly conversations with guests and hosts.  In this episode, we give updates and check in with past guests. Follow @blacksocialcap | @motivaterise on Instagram YouTube On The Web

Dr. Theo + Dr. Jaqui wrap Season 2 of the Black Social Capital Podcast with a special video episode. They are joined by new creative director Solomon to talk wins this academic year, lessons learned, and what's next for the show.   Watch the Episode: https://youtu.be/6skaEMGKIJM

Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui speak with Doni Aldine, founder and Editor-in-Chief of CULTURS magazine. Doni is also a professor at Colorado State University and she shares her research on how individuals who live with multiple cultures as children develop a unique global perspective.

Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui learn about Andrea Mortley’s journey to becoming the Director of Graduate Medical Programs for the University of Miami. She gives insight about how she approaches diversity, equity, and inclusion training for medical trainees and how to become a powerful voice in a field that is still emerging.

Dr. Theo and Dr. Jaqui learn about Dr. Malika Grayson’s business STEMinist Empowered LLC and her best-selling book “ Hooded: A Black Girl’s Guide to the PhD .” Dr. Malika shares all the pivots she took in her academic and professional journeys that prepared her to be a business owner and public speaker.

Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo dedicate this episode to celebrating Black women. They also discuss the history of Women’s History Month and this year’s theme.

In this very special episode of the show, Dr. Jaqui and Dr. Theo sat down with students from El Camino College, a community college in the LA area. Facilitated by their Student Equity Advisory Council and their Black Student Union, we were the guests and they took over the host chairs!