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Tish Jones

Tish Jones is a poet, narrative strategist, educator, and the Founder & Executive Director of TruArtSpeaks. Chanda and Tish discuss the connection between art and healing, the relational work within the education system, and why there’s hope for our new generation of creators.

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Linda Villarosa

Linda Villarosa is a New York Times contributor, professor, and author of "Under the Skin." In this episode, Chanda and Linda discuss the structural changes needed in our healthcare system, how the pandemic affected mental health, and the toll of micro and macro aggressions.

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Under the Skin

Linda Villarosa was recently a guest on our podcast Conversations with Chanda. Linda's new book Under the Skin: The Hidden Toll of Racism on American Lives and on the Health of our Nation tells the story of racial health disparities in America, revealing the toll racism takes on individuals and the health of our nation.

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I’m Not Broken

Jesse Leon was recently a guest on our podcast, Conversations with Chanda, where he spoke about his new memoir "I'm Not Broken." Jesse tells an extraordinary story of resilience and survival.

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Jesse Leon

Jesse Leon's recent memoir, "I'm Not Broken," shares his story of resilience. His experiences have informed his perspective on philanthropy, affordable housing, and more. In this heartfelt conversation, Chanda and Jesse discuss the importance of sharing his story and investing in mental health.

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Wilderness Inquiry

The Minneapolis Foundation has long supported this organization through the Smith-McCarthy fund to help the organization increase access to trips, services, and staff for people who are blind and visually impaired, as well as deaf and hard of hearing.

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Susan Taylor

Susan Taylor is an author, activist, and the Founder & CEO of the National CARES Mentoring Movement. Chanda sat down with Susan to discuss the importance of healing from trauma and Susan's time as Editor-in-Chief of Essence Magazine.

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Facing Suicide

Facing Suicide is now airing nationwide on PBS and it explores the crisis of suicide, including risk factors and prevention strategies. This documentary was supported by the Minneapolis Foundation through the Margaret A. Cargill Foundation Fund.

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Sylvia Bartley

Dr. Sylvia Bartley is the author of "Turning the Tide: Neuroscience, Spirituality and My Path Toward Emotional Health." Chanda and Sylvia discuss the complexities of community engagement work and holistic approaches to mental health.

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Conversations with Chanda

Conversations with Chanda unpacks complex topics that matter. Our past guests have experienced wrongful incarceration, lived through the murder of loved ones at the hands of police, and are striving to reform the criminal justice system. We invite you to listen to these real-life perspectives, expand your own knowledge, and become part of the movement for change.

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