in our tribe

In Episode 49 of in our tribe, Alma Elizabeth López joins us to shine a light on the function and offerings of Brown Issues.  

In Episode 48 of in our tribe, we are joined by Julius Austin to have a real transparent conversation regarding the Sacramento Promise Zone led by the Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency.

In Episode 47 of in our tribe, we are joined by Sara Bernal to discuss her work as Program Manager for The West Sacramento Urban Farm Program, a program of the Center for Land Based Learning.

Heads up, in this episode we discuss very real topics. This episode contains explicit language and the content may be triggering, including violence, abuse and use of marijuana In Episode 46 of in our tribe, we are honored to be joined by Henry Ortiz to have a transparent discussion on his experiences with resiliency. Listen to the newest episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Stitcher!

In episode 45 of in our tribe, we are joined by Sacramento County Office of Education's Mark Drewes and Monica Gonzalez to discuss the state of expanded learning in the Sacramento region. Listen to the newest episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Stitcher!

In Episode 44 Pt. 2 of in our tribe, we discuss Sacramento Chief of Police Daniel Hahn's upcoming retirement and a reflection on his impact on Sacramento. Listen to the newest episode now on Spotify ,  Apple Podcasts , and  Stitcher !

In Episode 44 Pt. 1 of in our tribe, we discuss Sacramento Chief of Police Daniel Hahn's upcoming retirement and a reflection on his impact on Sacramento. Listen to the newest episode now on Spotify ,  Apple Podcasts , and  Stitcher !

In Episode 43 of in our tribe, we are joined by changemaker Armoni Easley to discuss Project Optimism, a nonprofit organization focused on being the catalyst that will properly equip community members with an optimistic mindset, to be productive contributors to society. 

In Episode 42 of in our tribe, we are honored to be joined by Dr. Lisa Cardoza who shares her story of triumph and resiliency. Listen to the newest episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Stitcher!

Welcome back to in our tribe! We are launching Season 5 with a Sacramento hero--Brent "Trayce" Sands! Sands is the creator, writer, and illustrator behind iMPOUND Comics, the story of a former MMA fighter turned superhero who develops his strengths to seek vengeance in his hometown of Sacramento, California. Sands shares his inspiration in creating iMPOUND and why he does what he does.

In episode 40 if in our tribe, Adrian is joined by his son Adrian to discuss his journey of being a young male dancer growing up in Sacramento.

In episode 39 of in our tribe, Nueva Epoca Gerardo Cabral and Rosa Flores share their experience as Nueva Epoca Fellows of Cohort One. The Nueva Epoca Early-Career Development Program is designed to establish a network of high potential professionals to strengthen Latinx engagement in leadership for the post-pandemic world

In episode 38 of in our tribe, Northern California Dance Conservatory Founder and Executive Director Jen Bradford shares NCDC's mission, vision, and triumphs in a love letter to the dance community.

In Episode 37 of in our tribe, we are joined by educator, producer, and host of AFROSAYA Alex Gutierrez to have a transparent and real conversation on the Afro-Latino/ Latinx experience.

YDN Camp Alumni Olivia Contreras Fernandez, Quincy Brown, and Nicoda Adams join host Adrian Ruiz to have a reflective conversation on their experiences at YDN's youth leadership camp. Thanks to all of our supporters and staff who lead the charge to create the magic of camp! It couldn't be done without the heart and soul you've poured into it all these years.

In Episode 35 of in our tribe, we have a discussion with Roberto Rivera on his work, approach, and views on education and youth development.

In Episode 34 of in our tribe, Executive Director Imani Lucas shares about United and Guided--it's philosophy, approach, and reason for existence.

In Episode 33, we have a conversation with Library Director & CEO Rivkah Sass regarding The Sacramento Library - its offerings, its approach, challenges, and future endeavors.

In Episode 32, we are joined by YDN Youth Development Specialist/Trainer Meg Birmingham to discuss why there is a drop in youth engagement in school and community programs based on data from YDN's Sacramento Youth Engagement Report.

In episode 31 of in our tribe, we are joined by Paul Willis to discuss his new album Wonderland and his story as an educator, artist, and activist.

Thank you for listening to Season 3 of in our tribe. We hope you enjoyed listening as much as we enjoyed recording. Join Adrian Ruiz and Nicoda Adams in reflecting on Season 3 of in our tribe.

In episode 30 of in our tribe, Maria Madril Hernandez shares her story growing up and her advocacy in the community to assist Native American youth succeed despite a lack of supports and opportunities for them.

In Episode 29 of in our tribe, Alexsys Thompson discusses creating A White Space and it's goal of assisting white people and others become anti racist. Alexsys Thompson, MLC, BCC is the creator of the Trybal Gratitude Journal, a keynote speaker, executive coach, a certified Soul Language Practitioner, and member of the Forbes Coaches Council.

In Episode 28 of in our tribe, Kevin McCarthy emphasizes on how leaders can bring the public square back and what is the danger of a world without it. This episode also addresses how to navigate the vast sea of separate echo-chambers during this moment of disruption and agitation.

During this episode, Monica Blanco is referred to as the Interim Youth Division Manager. She has now taken the position and is officially the Youth Division Manager for the City of Sacramento's Department of Youth, Parks & Community Enrichment.  Listen in to hear Monica Blanco share what it takes to create and facilitate excellent social spaces and places for people to thrive and succeed in this t...