The Zag

2018 North Carolina Fellow Seth Palmer joins The Zag to breakdown the latest political happenings in his state. Tune in to hear his thoughts on how this purple state can continue to trend progressive as we approach the 2022 midterm elections.

Leadership matters. NLC alumni Micah Morris and Alexa Hanna stop by to share more about how and why to apply to the New Leaders Council Fellowship before the September 3, 2021 deadline. New Leaders Council provides cross-sector changemakers place-based training and a national network of support – propelling our alumni to create the country we aspire to be. Don't miss this episode (or the deadline...

The Zag returns after a short summer break with 2015 NLC Fellow Lelia Gowland. Speaker, author, coach, Lelia turned her NLC capstone idea into a thriving business that supports women professionally and personally. Tune in to hear more about her recently published book, new website, and upcoming events. Plus, her favorite Smoothie King order. Don't miss. More ways to connect with LeliaJoy Infusion:...

We're talking digital strategy and activism with 2019 NLC Denver Fellow Uriel Berrum. Tune in to hear about the organization he co-founded and learn more the impact he's having at Effct.org.

Loved catching up with 2020 NLC San Antonio Fellow Leroy Adams on today's episode of The Zag. focused on Black men and Mental Wellness. In the past few months, Leroy's been leading conversations via IG and Facebook on the concept of Healing Is A Legacy. HIs goal is to encourage more men of color, especially Black men, to seek out therapy and engage in conversations around relationships, emotional/...

2021 NLC Palm Beach Fellow Tevin Ali joins The Zag to share his unique journey that has him working with college students as a facilitator, motivational speaker, and supporter of higher education. Don't miss it.

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We're talking consent education with 2019 NLC Orlando Fellow Dr. Laura McGuire. Learn more about her work and recently published book on the topic. Details below: https://rowman.com/ISBN/9781475850970/Creating-Cultures-of-Consent-A-Guide-for-Parents-and-Educators

We love chatting with NLC alumni authors and this episode of The Zag we chat with 2014 Orlando Fellow Joshua Walker. His book, Venti Fried Chicken, chronicles his experiences and journey in tech. Don't miss it.

2021 Orlando Fellow Kristina Kus joins The Zag to talk about the importance of mental health awareness and actions we can take to breakdown the stigma that prevents from seeking support. Tune in!

NLC South Texas Frontera co-founder Cristina Gomez joins The Zag to recap a tough week of winter storms and where she's finding inspiration in the response. She also shares exciting news about how the NLC chapters in TX are coming together to launch a new policy speaker series and working group. Email her at cgomez@newleaderscouncil.org for info on how to get involved.

Founding Board member of the NLC South TX Frontera chapter, Isaac Perez joins The Zag to talk supporting vaccine distribution equity. Plus, we chat about progressives in the Rio Grande Valley. Tune in.

We catch up with the 2021 NLC Engaged Institute co-directors to hear how their first session went in January and what's ahead for this innovative policy program for progressive leaders in Los Angeles.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Shirley Vilca on this special bonus episode of The Zag.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Adan Chavez on this special bonus episode of The Zag.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Katherine Trejo on this special bonus episode of The Zag.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Rammy Salem on this special bonus episode of The Zag.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Albany Vega on this special bonus episode of The Zag.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Priya Vedula on this special bonus episode of The Zag.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Julian Vasquez on this special bonus episode of The Zag.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Nusaiba Mubarek on this special bonus episode of The Zag.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Natalie Mejia on this special bonus episode of The Zag.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Karen Crozer on this special bonus episode of The Zag.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Nora Chin on this special bonus episode of The Zag.

Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Matthew Brinkmoeller on this special bonus episode of The Zag.