Podcasts by Black Gems Dive In Podcast

And the Winners Are… from 2023-03-22T01:00:24

On this episode, Kua and Kendra discuss how Diversity, Equity and Inclusion initiatives are under attack in many states. The pair discussed the Oscar Winners of 2023, how international talent do...

Bring People into Your Passion from 2023-02-14T12:19:20

On this episode, Kua and Kendra welcome, Stephanie Peete, Director of Workforce Development for Say Yes Buffalo, and Co-founder of Second Chapter Bookstore, a Black-owned small business operated...

Amplify Our Voices from 2023-01-25T05:33:47

On this episode, Kua and Kendra share some exciting news. The pair discuss 5 DEI trends to retire in 2023 in order for organizations to be intentional about how to execute DEI. Lastly, the duo s...

The Forgotten Congregation from 2023-01-19T15:00:14

On this episode, Kua and Kendra welcome Dr. Barbara Seals-Nevergold, Founder of the Uncrowned Queens Institute and former president of the Buffalo School Board. They discuss the hot topic of the...

Keeping it Real from 2022-12-29T22:00:19

On this week’s episode, Kua and Kendra discus the hot topic of the week “10 Most Affordable Cities to Buy a Home”. The pair welcome Malkijah Griffiths and Sonya Tareke from Team Real Talk, Inc. ...

Season 4: Ep. 6 - Thankful | Black Gems Dive In Podcast from 2022-12-06T19:52:32

On this episode, Kua and Kendra catch up and talk about this season of growth and gratitude. The pair discuss Kendra’s contribution to her new book release, “The Six Figure Athlete” and how with...

Call Out or Cancel? from 2022-11-01T16:00:44

On this week’s episode, Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week “Adidas Ends Partnership with Kanye West at a Considerable Cost”. The pair also discusses the fear of cancel culture and ...

“For BIPOC, By BIPOC” from 2022-10-19T00:53:40

On this week’s episode, Kua discusses the hot topic of the week “Changes in leadership of Buffalo nonprofit organizations”. She welcomes Durgham Alyasiri and Leah Daniel who shared their role in...

A Bills Mafia Experience from 2022-10-04T15:37:11

On this week’s episode, Kua and Kendra discuss their experience at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles at the Buffalo Bills vs LA Rams game. The pair welcome Christian Johnson, CEO of Beautiful Brains C...

Beyond Grateful from 2022-09-27T22:24:26

On this week’s episode, Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, ending right to abortion upheld for decades.” In a historic and far-reaching decis...

Welcome Back from 2022-09-20T23:02

Welcome to Season 4! On the first episode back, Kendra welcomed Chantele Thompson, City of Buffalo Chief Diversity Officer. Thompson shares how she prepared for this position through her previou...

Black Gems Dive In Podcast - LIVE from Buffalo Museum of Science from 2022-07-11T17:02:42

In collaboration with the Buffalo Museum of Science and Delaware North, Black Gems Dive In hosted a live podcast featuring Dr. Russell Wigginton, president of the National Civil Rights Museum. &...

Supporting Small Businesses through Sports from 2022-04-14T01:52:17

On this week’s episode, Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Senate panel tied 11-11 on Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination, forcing an extra vote on her way to being confirmed to t...

Black Gems Dive In Podcast | The Grooming Gap and the Cost of Vanity from 2022-04-05T01:41:51

On this week’s episode, Kua and Kendra discuss the “grooming gap” and what “looking the part” costs women. They each get personal on how their own appearance has evolved over time and how they’v...

Black Gems Dive In Podcast | NFL Culture and the Rooney Rule feat. Adam Redden and Derek Brim from 2022-02-23T20:23:06

On this week’s episode, Kua and Kendra welcome former NFL players and community leaders; Derek Brim and Adam Redden, to discuss the hot topic of the week, “Why a 20 year effort by the NFL hasn’t...

Black Gems Dive In Podcast | The Privilege of Being Deemed Qualified from 2022-02-14T05:33:31

On this week’s episode, Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Biden Promises to Nominate a Black Woman to the Supreme Court”. The pair also discuss the privilege of who is ‘deemed q...

Changing the Narrative While Fostering Greatness from 2021-12-27T20:51

On this week’s episode, Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Biden Won’t Extend Student Loan Relief And Confirms Student Loan Payments Restart February 1”. The pair welcome Leah Da...

Black Gems Dive In Podcast | Inspiring Lessons from Black Female Leaders' Journey to the Top from 2021-12-14T02:40:21

On this week’s episode, Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “U.S. added to list of ‘backsliding' democracies for first time”. They welcome April Baskin, the youngest person to serv...

The Black Gems Dive In Podcast | Back Like We Never Left from 2021-12-14T02:34:29

Welcome to Season 3! This week, Kua and Kendra kick off season 3 after taking the summer off. They catch up and discuss what they’ve been up to and what to look forward to in the new season.

Free on Paper, But With No Paper from 2021-07-01T19:44:02

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Juneteenth becomes a federal

holiday, now what?” The pair welcomes Vincent Clark, Director of Gift Planning at St...

DEI Speak Up Culture from 2021-04-29T15:37:27

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Derek Chauvin Verdict and Justice Department Investigation into the Louisville Police Department.” The pair discuss psyc...

The “Doo” in Due-Process from 2021-04-15T03:08:03

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topics of the week, “CDC Director Dr. Rochelle Walensky Unveils Agency Initiative to Address Racism in Health“, “Minnesota Officer Who Shot ...

We Celebrate You from 2021-04-01T01:16:58

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss two hot topics this week, “Local radio host makes insensitive and colorist comments” and “Georgia’s new voting restrictions”. The pair acknowledge a...

The Meetin’ After The Meeting from 2021-03-19T02:33:42

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “What the Grammys got right and wrong about diversity, from Beyoncé to BTD”. The pair welcomes Darnell Haywood, Community...

Can People of Color Be Anti-Black? from 2021-03-04T01:18:32

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Dr. Seuss Enterprises Will Shelve 6 Books, Citing 'Hurtful' Portrayals”. The pair also discuss anti-blackness, its globa...

The Power of A Hashtag from 2021-02-25T14:25:22

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra welcome guests Shannon Currie and Jer’Mykeal McCoy, both members of the Urban League Young Professionals in their respective cities. Shannon is an accomplis...

Saving Black Lives: Race, Health and a Pandemic from 2021-02-18T03:59:47

On this week’s episode Kua discusses the hot topic of the week, “Asian hate crimes continue to rise during the pandemic”. She welcomes Olivia Cox, Doctor of Nursing Practice to discuss all thing...

Szn 2 - Episode 1: Traveling While Black from 2021-02-13T20:12:17

Season 2 is here! On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Parents wanted to opt their children out of Black History Month. A Utah school let them”. The pair als...

Episode 10 - Season Finale feat. Jamil Crews from 2020-12-07T05:01:44

On the season finale of the pod, Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Biden Chooses All-Female Senior White House Communications Team”. The pair welcome Jamil Crews, CEO/Owner of C...

Episode 9: Black Tech Matters from 2020-11-26T03:04:57

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Strides in women leadership roles in sports”. The pair welcome Derrick Parson, social entrepreneur, CEO and Founder of T...

Episode 8 - Secure The Bag from 2020-11-12T04:58:18

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, The U.S. Election. The pair welcome Lindsey Taylor, NYS Licensed Real Estate Broker and creator of the “Beau Fleuve” Musi...

Episode 7 - Creativity Is My Neighbor, I Live By It from 2020-11-05T00:50:53

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “There Is Nothing Minor About Us’: Why Forbes Won’t Use The Term Minority To Classify Black And Brown People”. The pair w...

Episode 6 - LIVE with Leadership Buffalo from 2020-10-27T20:00

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra host their first live show! The pair welcome Leadership Buffalo on the podcast to discuss health equity and health disparities in communities of color. They...

Episode 5 - Mind The Business That Pays You from 2020-10-22T02:20:25

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Starbucks ties executive pay to diversity goals”. The pair welcome Shatorah Donovan, Chief Diversity Officer for the Cit...

Episode 4 - You Deserve A Seat from 2020-10-17T00:49:26

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week, “Shaq O’Neal votes for the first time at age 48”. The pair welcome Jasmine Fluker, CEO and Founder of the Pivotal Paradig...

Episode 3 - Who Taught You To Hate Yourself? from 2020-10-07T18:03:37

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra welcome their first guest to the podcast, ADRI. V “The Go Getta,” radio and media extraordinaire to discuss the hot topic of the week “Megan Thee Stallion’s...

Episode 2 - Lip Service vs. Elbow Grease from 2020-10-01T22:19:06

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week “Wells Fargo CEO Blames ‘Limited Pool Of Black Talent’ For Trouble Reaching Diversity Goals”. The pair also share their “g...

Episode 1 - Corporate Social Justice from 2020-09-24T03:29:51

On this week’s episode Kua and Kendra discuss the hot topic of the week “An executive order to ban Diversity & Inclusion training”. The pair also talk about “Corporate Social Justice” and wh...

Episode 001 - The Intro from 2020-09-18T13:38:28

Crews Control Media presents The Black Gems Dive In Podcast, a weekly conversation about inclusive cultures and everything in the diversity, equity and inclusion space. The podcast is hosted by ...