Educate U.S.

Patrice and Stacey welcome in Joneé Billy, a dynamic social impact leader, who shares her powerful journey and transformative work she does at Power Play NYC. Discover how sports catalyze leadership, resilience, and equitable opportunities for young girls, and learn why 94% of women in C-suite roles, played sports. This episode is a must-listen for anyone passionate about empowering the next generation of female leaders!

Elisa Padilla, founder of 'Kick It By EP', joined Patrice & Stacey to share her journey of turning personal loss, into a platform for authentic storytelling. She discusses normalizing grief, inspired through IG live conversations with women in sports and entertainment, and the importance of being true to yourself. Tune in for a powerful message of resilience and authenticity!

Stacey & Patrice welcome UNC-Greensboro Sociology Chair & noted author, Dr. Steven Cureton, for a thought-provoking conversation on the social construction of race and masculinity. We examine how societal forces, from family dynamics to political regimes, shape our identities and experiences. Dr. Cureton sheds light on the challenges faced by those who exist outside the "white, male, heterosexual" center, and the importance of understanding the hidden curriculum that governs our interactions. Check out Dr. Cureton's latest book 'Personal Foul Against The NFL: Roughing Black Bodies,' available wherever books are sold!

President and CEO of the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey, Mariekarl Vilceus-Talty re-joins the podcast for a conversation with Stacey on today's critical health battles: norovirus, vaccine misinformation, and the looming impact of funding cuts on maternal health. Mariekarl, who was recently honored as one of NJ's 100 most powerful women, shares vital insights on reproductive rights, family planning, and the dangers of predatory "crisis pregnancy" centers, plus, get the truth about trusted health information and how to navigate today's complex landscape.