The Diana Show

Ashley and I explore what it takes to be a modern working woman, especially in light of children staying home during the pandemic. We discuss the myth of “Mom Perfection”, why a 50/5O partnership is so important and how challenging it is to be with the kiddos all day while trying to work. Ashley shares with us why building a “village” of people around, folks that can help you when things get too h...

Ashley and I explore what it takes to be a modern working woman, especially in light of children staying home during the pandemic. We discuss the myth of “Mom Perfection”, why a 50/5O partnership is so important and how challenging it is to be with the kiddos all day while trying to work. Ashley shares with us why building a “village” of people around, folks that can help you when things get too h...

Meet Auri of ROC (Regardless of Color) ERA. She is leading a group of activists who are demanding change for all marginalized groups. Hear her excitement after being well received by Trump supporters who were “anti protesting” in Tujunga, CA. Auri and ROC ERA are leading others with thought provoking conversation that has the power to cause BIG gains in the movement for fairness, justice and equal...

The denial of racism is exposed for the big, fat lie that it is and always has been in this country. Artist Mandy Rosen takes to the streets, visually documenting the hate that is thrown at POC on the daily!

I interviewed Bri Webb about a month ago and to up until now I’ve been struggling with myself about publishing it. I’ve been ashamed because I didn’t know exactly who Michael Brown was when I initially interviewed her. As soon as she told me his name, I quickly Googled his name only to find out that he was THE Michael Brown that had lost his life in Ferguson, MO. - the case that rocked our country...

Ever wonder what it feels like to be the only Black Girl in a White Karaoke bar when a hip hop song let’s the “N” word fly? I have. I’ve wondered if that’s hurtful. I’ve wondered about the stories of all the good and bad that can be directed at our friends of color. Hear a slice of what Sú’s experiences have been and how she approaches these challenges with a positive outlook and momentum for chan...

Ever wonder what it feels like to be the only Black Girl in a White Karaoke bar when a hip hop song let’s the “N” word fly? I have. I’ve wondered if that’s hurtful. I’ve wondered about the stories of all the good and bad that can be directed at our friends of color. Hear a slice of what Sú’s experiences have been and how she approaches these challenges with a positive outlook and momentum for chan...

You might be aware that black folks make up only 1% of the population around here. What you might NOT know is how it feels to be one of seven black kids that graduate from your extremely white and wealthy high school in Newport Beach. You also might not know what it feels to feel like to be “other,” or “an outsider.” Take a listen to Rashaan who talks about his experiences and how it has shaped th...

There’s a large variety of ways to protest for matters that matter to you! In this interview I talked to Ashleigh D, a mother, a wife, a martial arts coach who went to speak in front of the board of supervisors in Santa Ana.

Empowered, Presence like an Amazon, Born Leader, Takes up Space, Fearless, Bold, Educated. These are just some of the ways that I described Auri when I first laid eyes on her at our local Huntington Beach protest. Auri arrived on the scene later in the day than me, the energy she brought was captivating. I couldn’t take my eyes off her! She was on the bullhorn, settling down the agitation between...

Can you imagine the journey of being born a female, coming to realize how unhappy that makes you, and trying to figure out how to get to a happy place? Riley’s journey twists and turns through realization, foster care, addiction, self harm, hard work, and eventually to true love. This conversation only scratched the surface of all the PURE GOLD that is Riley. I’m into him. You can expect him to be...

Three smart women, with open hearts and eyes, learning from a book about slavery. And how it continued long after legal abolishment and contributed to the mess we are in today. We also talk about city budgets, what does it really mean to defund the police? How we are talking with our kiddos, plus strategizing about how can three Moms can make an impact.

Three smart women, with open hearts and eyes, learning from a book about slavery. And how it continued long after legal abolishment and contributed to the mess we are in today. We also talk about city budgets, what does it really mean to defund the police? How we are talking with our kiddos, plus strategizing about how can three Moms can make an impact.

This is an interview with a father of three who is an example of how people can change and see the world in a different way. Dickie explains how his upbringing and how he was treated as a teenager affected his cultural views and attitudes. Hear how folks in his community rallied around him, educating him and opened his heart to advocate for all humans. He is trying to educate himself, looking deep...

This is an interview with a father of three who is an example of how people can change and see the world in a different way. Dickie explains how his upbringing and how he was treated as a teenager affected his cultural views and attitudes. Hear how folks in his community rallied around him, educating him and opened his heart to advocate for all humans. He is trying to educate himself, looking deep...

Want to know how you go from freezing your eggs, to finding Mr. Right, to chemotherapy? This is probably one of the most beautiful and redemptive stories I’ve witnessed in my lifetime! Listen to the end for a beautiful surprise about a bond between family - and especially sisters!

Jai Hudson grew up in Huntington Beach and went to our schools and still resides in our community. This is a jaw-dropping conversation about what it feels like to live here and why it’s so important for all of us to rally up together and speak out about racism that resides in our city.

Jai Hudson grew up in Huntington Beach and went to our schools and still resides in our community. This is a jaw-dropping conversation about what it feels like to live here and why it’s so important for all of us to rally up together and speak out about racism that resides in our city.

Jai Hudson grew up in Huntington Beach and went to our schools and still resides in our community. This is a jaw-dropping conversation about what it feels like to live here and why it’s so important for all of us to rally up together and speak out about racism that resides in our city.

Part 3/3 - Devin Johnson is a father, a husband, and from just a few generations back, a descendent of black slaves and their white masters. He himself can pass for white, however he knows the importance of knowing his heritage and passing it onto his children. This three part conversation combines intellect, vulnerability, and honesty about what it’s like to be frustrated to see racism still exis...

2/3 Devin Johnson is a father, a husband, and from just a few generations back, a descendent of black slaves and their white masters. He himself can pass for white, however he knows the importance of knowing his heritage and passing it onto his children. This three part conversation combines intellect, vulnerability, and honesty about what it’s like to be frustrated to see racism still existing an...

Mr. Devin Johnson is a father, a husband, and from just a few generations back, a descendent of black slaves and their white masters. He himself can pass for white, however he knows the importance of knowing his heritage and passing it onto his children. This three part conversation combines intellect, vulnerability, and honesty about what it’s like to be frustrated to see racism still existing an...

Such an incredibly insightful and positive conversation with Kevin Greene from Greensboro North Carolina. He and his fiancée have been out at four different protests documenting this incredible time in our history. I loved talking with Kevin and listening to his journey to becoming a band director and how he is affecting positive change by working among our youth!

This is part two of my conversation with Chrystal and Sandy who are fierce Moms, activists, and friends who are trying to make a difference and speak out about the change that they hope to see you in their lifetime!

In this episode, 1/2 Diana has the opportunity to chat with two black moms who are raising strong black children in different parts of the state. The conversation includes pondering how much change we’ve seen in our lifetime’s and how we can stay motivated to continue to work for change.