SpeakUP! International Inc.
SpeakUP! International Inc. is your go-to podcast for inspiring stories, insightful interviews, and educational content that empowers listeners. Join us as we delve into diverse topics with a focus on uplifting black and brown voices, promoting creativity, and fostering personal and professional growth.
Podcasting since 2022 • 170 episodes
SpeakUP! International Inc.
Latest Episodes
Chenai Kadungure: You Won't Believe What Happened Next!
A liberation story can start by a fire in Harare and carry into hospital hallways in Ontario. We sit down with a Pan-African equity champion, Chenai Kadungure, who leads the Black Physicians Association of Ontario to unpack what...
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Marcus Braxton On Writing, Chess, And Clearing His Name
Rita and I sit down with author and chess teacher Marcus Braxton to hear how a wrongful charge led to a five-star urban novel, a growing sports podcast, and a mission to teach strategy and ownership to DC youth. Writing, chess, and entre...
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Chandler, Bullying, And A Better Way
We sit down with counsellor, writer, and former teacher Kim Fraser to explore how Chandler turns lived pain into a practical anti-bullying model for kids and families. From festival wins to global pitching, we unpack de-escalati...
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Zafra Lerman: What If a Science Class Could Stop A War?
A chemist slips into dark alleys after midnight (Dr. Zafra Lerman), climbs to an attic, and teaches a seminar that could cost her freedom. By morning, she is back on the university circuit, lecturing in plain sight. That contras...
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Jebeh Edmunds: What Does Psychological Safety Feel Like When You Finally Belong?
A single line from The Orange Blossom sets the tone: history isn’t distant—it breathes through our workplaces, classrooms, and homes. From that vivid reading, we sit down with educator, author, and cultural competency expert Jebeh...
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