Alexander J Wright

Quips and Riddles: The Hilarity that is my life

Society EN ↓ 8 episodes

Quips and Riddles with Alex Wright is a sharp, honest podcast exploring life, power, community, and the systems that shape our decisions. Hosted by Alex Wright—the visionary behind the African Heritage Food Co-Op and multiple community initiatives—the show draws from over 20 years of lived experience, leadership, hard lessons, and real consequences. Through stories, insights, and cautionary tales, Alex unpacks work, culture, leadership, and accountability from the perspective of someone who’s made both the best and worst decisions—and learned from all of them. Beautifully flawed. Authentic. Gr...

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Alexander J Wright

Episodes

R-E-S-P-E-C-T 05.03.2026 34:07

As the great philosopher Lauren Hill told us "respect is just the minimum." You shouldn't have to "earn the right" to be treated respectfully.

Clean Air, Same Dirt 19.02.2026 22:14

We discuss the Just transition framework and how change MUST be intentional.

Kevin Samuels and the Cheesecake Factory 11.02.2026 1:03:00

Who defines what a high value person is?

Does Truth Have To Hurt 11.02.2026 27:16

In this bold and thought-provoking episode titled “Does Truth Have to Hurt?” , we explore why people often equate truth with pain—and whether that belief is distorting the way we grow, connect, and hold one another accountable. Through sharp insight and cultural commentary, the episode challenges the idea that truth must arrive as a weapon. Instead, we examine how honesty can be a tool for elevati...

My Color But Not My Kind: Nepotism, Nonsense and Nerdowells 09.02.2024 34:55

This is a real look at black communities turning into the very oppressor we rail against.

MYMFB 30.01.2024 29:01

Trigger warning

Shadow Boxing Vs Shadow Work 13.01.2024 47:08

Shadow Boxing I when you're fighting the air but brutalizing everyone around you Shadow work is doing what is necessary for yourself to heal when no one is watching

Loose Meat Sandwhich 06.01.2024 33:03

You have to listen, but its not what you think.