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Episode 344: Constance Luo episode from 2023-09-11T00:52:43
Constance Luo is a NLC Houston 2019 Fellow. Her background is in community organizing, elections, local policy, leadership development, interpretation and language justice. She works with Tecolo...
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Episode 343: Jessica Dickinson Goodman episode from 2023-08-29T19:57:39
2018 Silicon Valley Fellow Jessica Dickinson Goodman stops by The Zag to talk about her NLC chapter and what they are looking for in prospective applicants. We also chat about encryption and pri...
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Episode 342: Meghan Singh episode from 2023-08-26T14:02:37
Meghan Singh, 2017 NLC Boston Fellow is a bilingual school psychologist in practice since 2010, practicing primarily in urban settings. She is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist, and a L...
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Episode 341: Elle Michell episode from 2023-08-11T18:00
Tune in to hear from 2014 NLC Augusta Fellow Elle Michell. She leads Intelligent Intentions LLC, which is a boutique consulting firm committed to transforming small business suppliers into valua...
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Episode 340: Andrew Murphy episode from 2023-08-10T22:52:38
Why aren't more campaigns targeting voters from the 3rd largest and fastest growing racial group in Los Angeles? Listen in as Dr. Andrew Murphy, NLC Los Angeles 2020 Fellow speaks about their re...
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Episode 339: Sattie Nyachwaya episode from 2023-08-03T03:00
2023 NLC Austin Fellow Sattie Nyachwaya stops by The Zag. We talk about why she wanted to do NLC so much she drove from Dallas to Austin for every session and also about her work in public healt...
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Episode 338: Richard Leong episode from 2023-08-03T01:56:29
Richard Leong, 2019 NLC Los Angeles, talks about his work in DEI and what he's seeing as the concepts and ideas underpinning those efforts come under increased disinformation attacks. He also sh...
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Episode 337: MaryEllen Veliz episode from 2023-07-31T14:08:23
NLC Los Angeles Co-Director and 4x Zag guest MaryEllen Veliz stops by to talk about the upcoming NLC Convention in Little Rock, Arkansas. Come for the talk about why Convention is such a powerfu...
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Episode 336: Tamira Samuel episode from 2023-07-26T21:20
NLC Houston 2021 alum, Tamira Samuel, joins The Zag to share details about her role as the National Co-Executive Director of Urban Leaders Fellowship. In her work, she helps trains early to mid-...
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Episode 335: Barbara Barreno-Paschall episode from 2023-07-24T01:06:55
Barbara Barreno-Paschall, 2016 NLC Chicago Fellow, shares her NLC experience during a major life transition from working at a global law firm to studying public policy and later becoming a civil...
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Episode 334: Jo Lin episode from 2023-03-14T15:00
2016 NLC Philadelphia Fellow Jo Lin stops by to talk about her work diversifying the health care field. Tune in to hear more about how you can support a great cause.
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Episode 333: Natasha Baker episode from 2023-03-10T00:41:04
Natasha Baker, 2012 NLC Silicon Valley Fellow, returns to The Zag to talk about her new podcast, Natasha Explains It All, where she talks about current affairs, making the world a better place, ...
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Episode 332: Sahil Patel episode from 2023-03-08T15:13:48
Sahil Patel, 2018 NLC Orlando, stop by The Zag to share a unique story of how he ended up in Florida as well as his work in the nonprofit world there. Don't miss it!
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Episode 331: Zack Sheehan episode from 2023-02-28T21:00
Zack Sheehan, 2017 NLC New Hampshire, stops by The Zag and shares about his work fighting for fair funding for schools in New Hampshire. Tune in to learn more about his advocacy efforts and how ...
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Episode 330: Jaime-Alexis Fowler episode from 2023-02-25T23:00
Jaime-Alexis Fowler, 2009 NLC Boston Fellow, returns to The Zag to talk about the challenges facing workers in this job market. She leads Empower Work, which is a national nonprofit on a mission...
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Episode 329: Dara Gaines episode from 2023-02-24T16:16:28
2023 NLC Arkansas Fellow Dara Gaines joins The Zag to talk about your current NLC experience. We also hear from her about positive signs for political organizing in the state and what it's like ...
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Episode 328: MaryEllen Veliz episode from 2023-01-22T03:14:07
2016 NLC San Antonio Fellow MaryEllen Veliz stops by to talk about her experience serving as a NLC LEAD Facilitator for the new crop of NLC Fellows. MaryEllen also talks about what's ahead in he...
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Episode 327: Leon Jones, III episode from 2022-08-12T17:14:57
2020 NLC Arkansas Founding Fellow Leon Jones, III reflects on his NLC experience and the political landscape in his state right now. He's working comms for Democratic candidate for Governor Chri...
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Episode 326: Asabi Ifatunji episode from 2022-08-08T01:11:20
2021 NLC Los Angeles Fellow Asabi Ifatunji joins The Zag to talk about how his NLC Capstone Project has evolved since it's conception last year. He takes restorative justice and community buildi...
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Episode 325: Kyle Gracey episode (Live from NLC Convention in Philly) from 2022-07-23T16:33:29
Kyle Gracey, NLC Pittsburgh chapter founder, joins The Zag live from NLC Convention in Philly to talk about the origin story behind starting the chapter and more. We also dive into some of the t...
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Episode 324: Eric Brown episode (Live from NLC Convention in Philly) from 2022-07-23T15:55:11
Eric Brown, 2015 Nashville, joins The Zag live at NLC Convention in Philly to share more about his first published book called Weekend Reflections. He chronicles the inspiration behind it and th...
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Episode 323: Jeremy Pesner episode from 2022-06-22T00:56:18
2021 NLC Pittsburgh Fellow Jeremy Pesner is in the early stages of writing a book. He shares details on what's motivating him to take the plunge and what he hopes to cover in his work. Check it ...
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Episode 322: Evan Berry episode from 2022-05-16T00:22:54
2019 NLC Boston Fellow Evan Berry stops by The Zag to talk about the power and importance of unionizing staff members in Massachusetts state house. We hear about progress with the organizing eff...
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Episode 321: Juan Livas episode from 2022-05-14T01:22:17
2020 NLC South Texas Frontera Board Member Juan Livas joins The Zag to talk about the importance of after school programs in schools and districts. Hear more about how his work in that sector ha...
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Episode 320: Jaime Andres Diez episode from 2022-05-08T20:24:39
2022 NLC Frontera Fellow Jaime Andres Diez stops by The Zag to talk about political life in South Texas and what a railroad commissioner does. Don't miss it.
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Episode 319: Marcella Juarez episode from 2022-05-06T05:58:16
2022 NLC South Texas Frontera Fellow Marcella Juarez is the owner of Palo Blanco Farm & Ranch and a proponent of responsible agriculture. Tune in to hear more about her story and how it is p...
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Episode 318: Missy Spears episode from 2022-05-03T03:19:33
2021 NLC Kentucky Fellow Missy Spears shares the story of a NLC capstone project that has come to life in the community. Tune in to hear how a community fridge has brought folks together in insp...
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Episode 317: Jorgel Chavez episode from 2022-04-28T17:19:51
Having been elected to the Bell Gardens City Council in November 2020, Jorgel Chavez, 2022 NLC Los Angeles Fellow, is the youngest councilmember serving throughout Los Angeles County. He stops b...
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Episode 316: Asha Castleberry-Hernandez episode from 2022-04-26T01:41:13
Asha Castleberry-Hernandez, 2010 NLC New York Fellow, joins The Zag to discuss her work on foreign policy with the Biden Administration. Tune in to learn some new ways to stay updated on what's ...
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Episode 315: Usha Tewari episode from 2022-04-14T22:22:35
Usha Tewari, 2017 NLC Orlando, is a first-generation Indian American, passionate advocate, and congressional ambassador. She worked full time and was the sole caregiver for her mother who had Al...
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Episode 314: Tonyisha Harris episode from 2022-04-08T18:05:35
2021 NLC Chicago Fellow Tonyisha Harris joins The Zag to talk about climate justice and organizing youth in this country and worldwide to create the change we need. Learn more at the site below ...
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Episode 313: Nick Guthman episode from 2022-04-05T16:51:11
Nick Guthman, 2022 NLC Los Angeles Fellow, is a progressive political organizer based in his hometown of Los Angeles. Nick consults on various projects as a Partner at Democracy Partners, a nati...
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Episode 312: Matt Mawhinney episode from 2022-03-29T15:56:57
Ever wondered how campaigns and progressive movement-building organizations get their data? Or what do they do with it once they have it? More importantly, how does all this strengthen our democ...
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Episode 311: Rhiannon Cook episode from 2022-03-28T23:24:57
Rhiannon Cook, 2015 NLC Pittsburgh Fellows, returns to The Zag to share more about her latest venture: working on Black Maternal Health through a program called Listen
Episode 310: Anna Gouker episode from 2022-03-25T03:08:48
Anna Gouker, NLC Wisconsin alumni and founder of The Rage Fund, was born with spinal muscular atrophy, a genetic condition that requires them to use motorized wheelchairs and ventilators. In 201...
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Episode 309: Brenda Lopez Romero episode from 2022-03-20T18:48:36
2017 NLC Atlanta Fellow Brenda Lopez Romero joins The Zag to share her memories of NLC Institute and more. Brenda is Senior Assistant District Attorney for the Gwinnett Judicial Circuit leading ...
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Episode 308: Zachary Espericueta episode from 2022-02-27T21:43:40
2022 NLC San Antonio Fellow Zachary Espericueta stops by to talk about his increasingly popular podcast network. Amplifying the Voices of the Alamo City through insightful interviews and candid ...
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Episode 307: Emily Ladau episode from 2022-02-18T16:53:29
Activist, writer, and speaker Emily Ladau, 2021 NLC New York Fellow, joins The Zag to talk about her work as a disability advocate. Author of the book Demystifying Disability: What to Know, ...
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Episode 306: Ernest Levert, Jr. episode from 2022-02-14T02:32:07
We caught up with Ernest Levert Jr, a 2021 NLC Columbus Fellow, to learn more about what he created for his NLC Capstone project. Called the Cooperative Chess Cultural Center (4C- "the fork"), h...
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Episode 305: Renee Menart episode from 2022-02-10T02:41:31
Renée Menart, 2021 NLC San Francisco Fellow, is a passionate advocate for youth impacted by the legal system. She serves as a policy analyst at the Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ)...
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Episode 304: Donald Mason episode from 2022-01-30T20:40:12
2019 NLC Kentucky Fellow Donald Mason joins The Zag to share more about his work in cultural programming, historical preservation and community engagement. In January 2020, Donald was named the ...
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Episode 303: David Rozen episode from 2022-01-21T18:55:20
We continue our series featuring NLC alums serving as LEAD Facilitators for our new 2022 NLC Fellows. Tune in to hear more from David Rozen, 2013 NLC NY Capital District Fellow, about why he sti...
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Episode 302: Stephanie Moniz episode from 2022-01-13T17:38:28
Our series featuring NLC alumni serving as LEAD Facilitators continues as we catch up with Stephanie Moniz from NLC Rhode Island. Tune in to hear what she remembers from her LEAD experience in 2...
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Episode 301: Belle Bocal episode from 2022-01-07T16:21:14
2020 NLC Maine Fellow Belle Bocal joins The Zag to talk about your upcoming LEAD Facilitation adventures. LEAD is the key training experience for the NLC Institute and kicks off this month. Tune...
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Episode 300: Igor Tregub episode from 2022-01-06T15:27:02
The Zag is back after the new year. Excited to feature several of our alumni who are serving as LEAD Facilitators for our new 2022 Fellows. We're joined by 2009 NLC Los Angeles Fellow Igor Treub...
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Episode 299: Stephanie Castellanos episode from 2021-10-04T02:00
Stephanie Castellanos, 2018 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, is an Inglewood-grown talent leader whose lifework is centered around decolonizing career development and the workplace. She's a Talent Advisor...
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Episode 298: Karlo Marcelo episode from 2021-09-29T02:29:30
Karlo Marcelo, 2010 NLC Chicago, returns to The Zag. He shares details behind the concept of a newly created impact fund designed to support the food, health, and tourism sector. Tune in to lear...
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Episode 297: Cheryl Leahy episode from 2021-09-22T03:55:17
Excited to be joined by NLC Los Angeles Fellow Cheryl Leahy. She shares more about a just released investigation conducted by the organization she leads called Animal Outlook. In 2021, a brave A...
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Episode 296: Michael Lemus episode from 2021-09-19T18:36:43
2019 NLC Sacramento Fellow Michael Lemus join The Zag on our latest episode. He is the Program Outreach and Marketing Manager for the California Student Aid Commission (CSAC), the largest statew...
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Episode 295: Episode 295 w/ Michael Zaytsev from 2021-09-15T18:36:11
We're talking the cannabis industry today on The Zag. 2017 NLC New York Fellow Michael Zaytsev. He is the author of The Cannabis Business Book, Founder of High NY, one of the world's largest Can...
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Episode 294: Episode 294 w/ Seth Palmer from 2021-09-13T01:24:02
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 progre...
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Episode 293: Episode 293 w/ Micah Morris and Alexa Hanna from 2021-08-29T22:22:20
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 Lead...
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Episode 292: Episode 292 w/ Lelia Gowland from 2021-08-13T15:20:48
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 professiona...
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Episode 291 w/ Uriel Berrum from 2021-06-03T03:38:41
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.
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Episode 290 w/ Leroy Adams from 2021-05-20T20:32:46
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 vi...
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Episode 289 w/ Tevin Ali from 2021-05-06T17:13:43
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. ...
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Episode 288 w/ Eric DeSobe from 2021-05-04T03:23:06
New logo. New leaders. New episodes. The Zag has rebranded its look (and added an Instagram page). Same great, short and sweet content from amazing NLC alums. Download and subscribe.
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Episode 287 w/ Laura McGuire from 2021-04-28T18:39:22
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:
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Episode 286 w/ Joshua Walker from 2021-03-26T02:26:49
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. D...
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Episode 285 w/ Kristina Kus from 2021-03-09T05:29:37
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!
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Episode 284 w/ Cristina Gomez from 2021-02-27T21:29:45
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 ...
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Episode 283 w/ Isaac Perez from 2021-02-23T04:44:03
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...
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Episode 282 w/ Janise Carmichael, Sara Mooney, and Allyson Osorio from 2021-02-09T05:13:26
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.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Engaged Fellow Shirley Vilca from 2021-01-21T20:47:42
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Shirley Vilca on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Engaged Fellow Adan Chavez from 2021-01-21T20:45:36
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Adan Chavez on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Institute Fellow Katherine Trejo from 2021-01-21T18:32:19
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Katherine Trejo on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Rammy Salem from 2021-01-21T17:53:49
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Rammy Salem on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Engaged Fellow Albany Vega from 2021-01-20T18:54:36
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Albany Vega on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Engaged Fellow Priya Vedula from 2021-01-20T18:52:38
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Priya Vedula on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Engaged Fellow Julian Vasquez from 2021-01-20T18:51:03
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Julian Vasquez on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Institute Fellow Nusaiba Mubarek from 2021-01-20T17:12:17
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Nusaiba Mubarek on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Institute Natalie Mejia from 2021-01-20T17:10:04
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Natalie Mejia on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Institute Fellow Karen Crozer from 2021-01-20T16:59:41
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Karen Crozer on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Institute Fellow Nora Chin from 2021-01-20T16:54:31
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Nora Chin on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Matthew Brinkmoeller from 2021-01-20T16:48:01
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Matthew Brinkmoeller on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Ulysses Urquizo from 2021-01-19T22:52:32
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Ulysses Urquizo on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Melody Moon from 2021-01-19T22:50:47
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Melody Moon on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Engaged Fellow Andrea Miller from 2021-01-19T22:49:24
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Andrea Miller on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Engaged Fellow Laura Madera from 2021-01-19T20:57:33
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Laura Madera on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Institute Fellow Jose Loya from 2021-01-19T18:34:46
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Jose Loya on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Institute Fellow Asabi Adedapo Ifatunji from 2021-01-19T18:21:47
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Asabi Adedapo Ifatunji on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
Bonus episode: 2021 Institute Fellow Maryell Hernandez from 2021-01-19T18:17:16
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Maryell Hernandez on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Institute Fellow David Bocarsly from 2021-01-19T17:56:07
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow David Bocarsly on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Institute Fellow Nicolas Franco from 2021-01-19T17:53:45
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Nicolas Franco on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Engaged Fellow Reyna Guzman from 2021-01-18T20:01:49
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Reyna Guzman on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Engaged Fellow Cameron Grant from 2021-01-18T19:59:53
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Cameron Grant on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Engaged Fellow Luis Esparza from 2021-01-18T19:57:58
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Luis Esparza on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Engaged Fellow Lamont Cobb from 2021-01-18T19:55:32
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Lamont Cobb on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Engaged Fellow Janice Castro from 2021-01-18T19:53:13
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Janice Castro on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Institute Fellow Carson Malbrough from 2021-01-18T19:19:27
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Carson Malbrough on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Institute Fellow Andrew Chang from 2021-01-18T19:17:21
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Andrew Chang on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Institute Fellow Randell Erving from 2021-01-18T19:15:12
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Randell Erving on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 NLC Institute Fellow Rosa Barrientos from 2021-01-18T19:13:26
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Rosa Barrientos on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: 2021 Institute Fellow Eryn Block from 2021-01-18T19:05:37
Learn more about 2021 NLC LA Institute Fellow Eryn Block on this special bonus episode of The Zag.
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Episode 281 w/ Eric DeSobe from 2020-12-31T20:00:04
Whoa. Since March and the pandemic started we've recorded 110 episodes. Throw in about 40 more before that and it's been quite a year of conversation with progressive leaders from across the countr...
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The Zag: Episode 280 w/ Yasmine-Imani McMorrin from 2020-12-13T00:01:50
2018 NLC LA Fellow Yasmine-Imani McMorrin is now an elected official after winning a historic election in Culver City, CA in November. Hear the stories from her first ever campaign and how she plan...
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The Zag: Episode 279 w/ Preston Kilgore from 2020-11-20T00:04:12
2017 NLC Philly Fellow, Preston Kilgore, joins The Zag to discuss campaign work last cycle and hopes of progressive change moving forward.
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The Zag: Episode 278 w/ Nicole Moriniere from 2020-11-17T22:19:45
Nicole Moriniere, 2011 NLC Des Moines Fellow, checks in from across the pond in London to discuss her international view on the election and transitioning to life as a yoga instructor. Check her ou...
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The Zag: Episode 277 w/ Gregory Cendana from 2020-11-16T20:55:52
Gregory Cendana, 2011 NLC DC Fellow, returns to The Zag to share how's he prioritizing joy and mindfulness through dance during the increasingly long pandemic stay at home directions. Plus, he talk...
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The Zag: Episode 276 w/ Aubrey Kuperman from 2020-11-14T18:50:11
2017 NLC Orlando Fellow Aubrey Kuperman kicks off another themed series on The Zag. She's talking gratitude, giving thanks tips, and mindfulness as we, as a community, deal with some many challenge...
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The Zag: Episode 275 w/ Aaron Bos-Lun from 2020-10-30T02:09:33
2015 NLC Miami Fellow Aaron Bos-Lun joins The Zag to talk about everyone's favorite electoral wildcard: Florida. He shares what has him optimistic and what he'll be watching for on election night.
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The Zag: Episode 274 w/ Seth Palmer from 2020-10-26T16:54:55
NLC North Carolina Fellow Seth Palmer joins The Zag to talk about what he's watching in his pivotal state as Election Day approaches.
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The Zag: Episode 273 w/ Evan Berry from 2020-10-25T19:22:13
2019 NLC Boston Fellow Evan Berry shares details of his work protecting the vote and supporting ballot curing efforts in the week leading up to Election Day. Don't miss it.
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The Zag: Episode 272 w/ Jesse Medlong from 2020-10-05T23:02:44
NLC SF 2014 Fellow Jesse Medlong joins The Zag to share details about his law work and how he brings his progressive values to bear. Don't miss it.
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The Zag: Episode 271 w/ Noorjahan Rahman from 2020-10-02T21:56:15
Noorjahan Rahman, 2020 NLC SF Fellow, joins The Zag to talk lawyering and taking on big companies. Plus, we talk about what to watch for on election night since if lawyers need to be involved (plea...
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The Zag: Episode 270 w/ Jonathan Yang from 2020-10-02T03:53:26
We're still talking the law with NLC alums as 2014 NLC LA Fellow Jonathan Yang joins The Zag to share his thoughts on what to watch on election night. Plus, he shares how he's shaping his career to...
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The Zag: Episode 269 w/ Alan Borden from 2020-10-02T03:41:40
We catch up with 2017 NLC Tampa Bay Fellow Alan Borden to learn more about how he's helping others fight off the looming eviction and foreclosure crisis.
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The Zag: Episode 268 w/ Alyson Martinez from 2020-09-29T22:20:46
2020 NLC South Texas Frontera Fellow Alyson Martinez joins The Zag to discuss her work as a public defender in Laredo, TX. Her story continues our series featuring NLC alums working in law and crim...
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The Zag: Episode 267 w/ Lily Engleman from 2020-09-28T22:23:59
2019 NLC Atlanta Fellow Lily Engleman joins The Zag for our continuing series featuring NLC alums in the legal and criminal justice world. Lily has an incredibly unique job. Tune into to hear more.
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Episode 266 w/ Pedro Hernandez from 2020-09-28T03:23:16
2020 NLC Wisconsin Fellow Pedro Hernandez joins The Zag to share how his progressive values intersect with the law as we continue our series featuring NLC alums working this in field. Tune in to he...
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The Zag: Episode 265 w/ Charlie Gillig from 2020-09-28T03:09:54
Our feature series on NLC alums who work in law and criminal justice continues with former NLC LA Governing Board member Charlie Gillig. He shares details of his work fighting for tenant rights and...
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The Zag Podcast: Episode 264 w/ Jill Habig from 2020-09-25T18:21:50
Let's talk the law and lawyers and the courts and elections and rights in latest episode of The Zag. Jill Habig, advisory board member to NLC in the early years, joins us to share more about her wo...
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The Zag: Episode 263 w/ Joachim Steinberg from 2020-09-25T00:28:09
2012 NLC NYC Fellow Joachim Steinberg kicks off our latest episode series featuring NLC alum lawyers by sharing his pro bono work, talking about the Supreme Court, and what we should watch for on e...
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The Zag Podcast: Episode 262 w/ Andres Cuervo from 2020-09-14T06:13:10
Tune in to hear 2018 NLC LA Fellow Andres Cuervo discuss removing barriers to higher ed, LA College Promise, and getting civically engaged.
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The Zag: Episode 261 w/ Chelsea Byers from 2020-09-11T02:35:49
2019 NLC LA Engaged Fellow Chelsea Byers has a recommendation for you: get into beautiful trouble. In fact, that's the name of a book and training curriculum she's involved with to help organize re...
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The Zag: Episode 260 w/ Shane Phillips from 2020-08-29T21:48:08
From Los Angeles to Boston and Chicago to Miami, US cities are struggling to address the twin crises of high housing costs and household instability. Debates over the appropriate course of action h...
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The Zag: Episode 259 w/ Kristin Flores from 2020-08-28T20:48:14
Live in San Antonio? Interested in NLC? Listen to 2020 Fellow Kristin Flores share more about how the Fellowship was meaningful to her and what advice she has for folks completing an application.
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The Zag: Episode 258 w/ Jessica Walker from 2020-08-26T21:28:37
2019 NLC Orlando Fellow Jessica Walker shares details about her very meaningful NLC experience and gives tips for those considering turning in an application before the Sept. 3 deadline.
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The Zag: Episode 257 w/ Keto Nord from 2020-08-13T00:48:45
2019 NLC Tampa Bay Fellow Keto Nord is starting his 7th year as a special education high school teacher. Tune in to hear his thoughts on what makes re-opening schools challenging and what his plan ...
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The Zag: Episode 256 w/ Jess Reback from 2020-08-13T00:29:11
2020 NLC Columbus Fellow Jess Reback leads the work ensuring graduating high school seniors from a charter public school system go to and through college. She joins The Zag to share her thoughts on...
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The Zag: Episode 255 w/ Chris Moken from 2020-08-11T02:25:41
We're talking the circular economy with 2019 NLC San Antonio Fellow Chris Moken. He shares details about his nonprofit, Re-mat, which addresses the needs of Texas cities struggling to find sustaina...
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The Zag: Episode 254 w/ Irnande Altema from 2020-08-09T23:44:29
2017 NLC Maryland Fellow Irnande Altema talks mental health and student services as we consider how best to re-open schools this fall. Learn more about her work by visiting
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The Zag: Episode 253 w/ Wade Dean from 2020-08-07T19:43:53
Wade Dean, 2017 NLC LA Fellow, shares his insights on the challenges facing anyone in higher education as universities and colleges consider reopening. Don't miss it.
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The Zag: Episode 252 w/ Steven Almazan from 2020-08-04T23:27
2019 NLC LA Fellow Steven Almazan returns to The Zag to discuss challenges of school re-openings from his perspective as a former Special Education teacher. Plus, he unpacks how difficult it is to ...
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The Zag: Episode 251 w/ Alex Serna from 2020-08-01T21:24:34
2017 NLC Los Angeles Fellow Alex Serna returns to The Zag to share an encouraging story about a successful virtual summer program for students he oversees. Plus, with four school-aged kids, Alex ta...
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The Zag: Episode 250 w/ Lyndsey Schlax from 2020-08-01T21:13:58
Lyndsey Schlax, 2016 NLC SF Fellow, joins The Zag to share her perspective on reopening schools as a longtime educator. She also talks about her working organizing around the ideas of schools not b...
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The Zag: Episode 249 w/ Clarissa Riojas from 2020-08-01T01:08:43
2020 NLC South TX Frontera Fellow Clarissa Riojas is an 8th grade ELA teacher wading through the challenging river of information involved w/ reopening schools. We catch up with her to learn more a...
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The Zag: Episode 248 w/ Jocelyn Rhynard from 2020-07-30T23:20:34
NLC SWO Director Jocelyn Rhynard is a Dayton School Board Member and mom of four students in the district. She shares her unique perspective on re-opening schools and what should be prioritized onc...
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The Zag: Episode 247 w/ Anika Manzoor from 2020-07-28T23:24:06
2020 NLC DC Fellow Anika Manzoor kicks off our new mini-series of episodes talking about the challenge of reopening schools next month. Anika works with Move Schools Forward, a collective of youth-...
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The Zag: Episode 246 w/ Wendy Hamilton from 2020-07-12T23:12:13
2017 NLC Omaha Fellow Wendy Hamilton previews her upcoming Spark! Talk for NLC Convention at Home on this episode of The Zag. Tune in to learn more about how her topic hits close to home and what s...
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The Zag: Episode 245 w/ Chris Hollins from 2020-07-12T17:52:01
2019 NLC Houston Fellow Chris Hollins joins The Zag to talk about his role as a County Clerk in a state that has progressives always fighting for right to expand the vote. We also talk about misper...
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The Zag: Episode 244 w/ Alex Bores from 2020-07-09T23:52:09
We're talking with 2020 NLC NYC Fellow Alex Bores to hear a sneak preview of his Spark Talk next month at NLC Convention (at home). Worried about getting hacked while working on a campaign? Tune in.
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The Zag: Episode 243 w/ Ali Ammoura from 2020-07-02T14:26:51
2018 NLC Chicago Fellow Ali Ammoura joins The Zag to talk about the gathering of neighbors in his city and watching them build power and community during COVID-19.
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The Zag: Episode 242 w/ Alyson Martinez from 2020-06-27T18:56:46
2020 NLC South TX Frontera Fellow Alyson Martinez joins The Zag to discuss her Institute experience over the past 6 months. From in-person meetings to virtual bonding, she shares how their chapter ...
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The Zag: Episode 241 w/ Aakash Shah from 2020-06-25T02:32:01
Emergency room doctor and 2016 NLC NJ Fellow Aakash Shah shares stories from early COVID days and what he sees systematically needs to change to provide real health care to all Americans.
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The Zag: Episode 240 w/ Wade Dean from 2020-06-25T02:28:30
2017 NLC LA Fellow Wade Dean returns to The Zag to talk Covid coast to coast and what how fleeting or not this moment of protest is or isn't.
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The Zag: Episode 239 w/ Karlo Marcelo from 2020-06-22T02:53:03
2010 NLC Chicago Fellow Karlo Marcelo joins The Zag to talk about his new podcast called Make America Better Now. Plus, why it's important to write often.
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The Zag: Episode 238 w/ Jared Milrad from 2020-06-20T18:21:24
We're talking content creation during and after COVID-19 w/ 2012 NLC Boston Fellow Jared Milrad. Learn more about what impact entertainment is and how Jared combines his love of storytelling with h...
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The Zag: Episode 237 w/ Hoang Murphy from 2020-06-10T19:02:43
2018 NLC Twin Cities Fellow Hoang Murphy shares his thoughts on all that's happening in his city these days. He talks what's inspiring him and what to watch for next.
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The Zag: Episode 236 w/ Janiru Herath from 2020-06-06T18:40:17
We catch up with 2020 NLC Twin Cities Fellow Janiru Herath to hear more about protest and progress since murder of George Floyd. He reminds us of the long history of police violence in the state an...
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The Zag: Episode 235 w/ Elizabeth Cabrera from 2020-06-02T18:53:26
2019 NLC LA Fellow Elizabeth Cabrera joins The Zag to talk a full house during quarantine, onboarding in a new job via Zoom, and taking the plunge into seeking elected office. Don't miss it.
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The Zag: Episode 234 w/ Sloka Iyengar from 2020-06-01T15:27:53
We need scientists more than ever these days and The Zag found one for latest episode. Don't miss 2020 NLC NYC Fellow Sloka Iyengar as she shares her journey to neuroscience, how she is leveraging ...
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The Zag: Episode 233 w/ Michelle Sanchez and Michael Deegan-McCree from 2020-05-29T22:43:03
2020 NLC LA Fellows Michelle Sanchez and Michael Deegan-McCree join The Zag to discuss being the importance of being anti-racist and resources to leverage to do that. Plus, they share details on ho...
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The Zag: Episode 232 w/ Jourdan Sorrell from 2020-05-28T21:50:36
Pandemic or not, the 2020 Census is vital for how our communities will receive much needed resources and representation in the next decade. 2015 NLC Chicago Fellow Jourdan Sorell returns to The Zag...
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The Zag: Episode 231 w/ Leah Jakaitis from 2020-05-22T20:33:48
2020 NLC Pittsburgh Fellow Leah Jakaitis has used her NLC Capstone Project to focus on how companies are responding to COVID-19, especially how they're treating employees. Her goal is to create a d...
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The Zag: Episode 230 w/ Tamika Butler from 2020-05-21T18:29:44
Our most sought after guest, 2014 NLC LA Fellow Tamika Butler, joins The Zag to talk everything from parenting to Hawaiian shirts to much needed equity and inclusion in mobility initiatives like Sl...
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The Zag: Episode 229 w/ Sarah Esquivel, Weiss Hamid, and Alanna Holt from 2020-05-20T18:48:44
Our first 4 person pod! Tune in to hear how these three NLC LA alums ran our NLC LA Engaged program during COVID times. They also touch on the building community in virtual spaces, what policy area...
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The Zag: Episode 228 w/ Christopher Lo-Records from 2020-05-19T02:19:47
Christopher Lo-Records, 2014 NLC LA Fellow, is soon to be a published author. Released by an indie press in Riverside, called Inlandia, his book called Care: Stories is comprised of 14 stories abo...
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The Zag: Episode 227 w/ Alexis Bromley from 2020-05-18T03:21:58
Alexis Bromley, NLC Omaha 2017, along with her nonprofit One Omaha recognized a gap that needed to be filled by neighbors during the COVID-19 pandemic.
One Omaha teamed up with a technology...
The Zag: Episode 226 w/ Michael Deegan-McCree and Sean Angst from 2020-05-15T17:05:23
2020 NLC LA Fellows Michael Deegan-McCree and Sean Angst join The Zag to discuss the lynching of Ahmaud Arbery in Georgia earlier this year. We talk about the history of lynching, what white people...
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The Zag: Episode 225 w/ Cairo Eubanks from 2020-05-15T16:47:01
Cairo Eubanks, NLC Broward County 2020 Fellow, recently competed in her first pageant in March and was crowned Miss Broward County 2020 as a Miss America Local Titleholder. A big part of the reason...
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The Zag: Episode 224 w/ Chris Kelly from 2020-05-14T22:43:53
New Leaders Council Board Chair Emeritus Chris Kelly joins The Zag to talk about the probability of the NBA season resuming and what Facebook is doing to support relief efforts during COVID (and ke...
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The Zag: Episode 223 w/ Kavita Mehra from 2020-05-14T20:01:38
As Executive Director of Sakhi for South Asian Women, Kavita Mehra, NLC New Jersey 2013 Fellow, is on the frontlines ensuring that domestic violence survivors’ basic needs are met during this unsta...
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The Zag: Episode 222 w/ Jonathan Richardson from 2020-05-14T19:59:06
Through the Community Foundation for the Greater Capital Region, Jonathan Richardson, NLC Capital District NY 2016 Fellow, launched the Capital Region Community COVID-19 Response Fund in partnershi...
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The Zag: Episode 221 w/ Marlin Jenkins from 2020-05-13T22:21:06
Marlin Jenkins, NLC Maryland 2016 Fellow, a member of the Maryland National Guard, has been activated to respond to the coronavirus pandemic.
As a Lieutenant Colonel, he is a senior logistic...
The Zag: Episode 220 w/ Hernán Carvente Martinez from 2020-05-13T19:49:08
Hernán Carvente Martinez, NLC NYC 2016 Fellow, is working with leaders across the U.S. through the #FreeOurYouth to demand that governors in all 50 states release youth from juvenile facilities to ...
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The Zag: Episode 219 w/ Andrew Solano from 2020-05-12T16:54:06
Founding NLC San Antonio Board Member Andrew Solano joins The Zag for Mental Health Awareness Month. In COVID times as much as any time, he reminds us it's incredibly important to prioritize your m...
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The Zag: Episode 218 w/ Craig Montuori from 2020-05-12T05:23:37
Craig Montuori, NLC Silicon Valley 2016 Fellow, is on the leadership team of the C19 Coalition, which is bringing crucial partners together to help build an efficient, unified supply chain for PPE ...
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The Zag: Episode 217 w/ Amanda Dave from 2020-05-12T05:06:35
2020 NLC South TX Frontera Fellow Amanda Dave joins The Zag to talk healthcare services and support in Brownsville, TX. Plus, we learn what it was like to be in the inaugural class of NLC Fellows f...
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The Zag: Episode 216 w/ Shrina Kurani from 2020-05-11T16:41:51
2019 NLC SF Fellow Shrina Kurani joins The Zag to talk about leveraging the best of tech to help with COVID realities. Plus, she shares strategies for engaging South Asian communities as we head to...
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The Zag: Episode 215 w/ Krissy Gutierrez from 2020-05-11T16:35:43
Krissy Gutierrez, NLC San Antonio 2019 Fellow, created a Little Free Pantry to provide household items to her neighbors.
Similar to a Little Free Library, the pantry works on an honor syste...
The Zag: Episode 214 w/ Tiffanie Harrison from 2020-05-10T22:15:10
Enjoy our final episode for #TeacherAppreciationWeek with 2020 NLC Austin Fellow Tiffanie Harrison. We chat about staying connected to her high school students and their upcoming commencement plans...
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The Zag: Episode 213 w/ Milan Reed from 2020-05-10T16:54:49
#TeacherAppreciationWeek continues with 2019 NYC Fellow Milan Reed joining The Zag to talk about teaching kindergarten and what it's like working for the NYC DOE. Plus, she makes a plug for joining...
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The Zag: Episode 212 w/ Keto Nord from 2020-05-08T20:47:17
2019 NLC Tampa Bay Fellow Keto Nord joins The Zag for #TeacherAppreciationWeek to share his story about supporting students during COVID 19 times. He also shared his insights as a digital organizer...
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The Zag: Episode 211 w/ Wade Dean from 2020-05-08T18:30:06
2017 NLC LA Fellow Wade Dean joins us from Georgia to talk about Ahmaud Arbery's lynching and trying to turn fear into hope. We also discuss the future of higher education in a COVID world and what...
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The Zag: Episode 210 w/ Kelly Maloney from 2020-05-06T23:28:31
#TeacherAppreciationWeek continues with a new Zag episode featuring our favorite 2013 NLC LA alum and high school English teacher Kelly Maloney. He recounts how he got a head start on Zoom teaching...
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The Zag: Episode 209 w/ Leora Wolf-Prusan from 2020-05-05T23:51:20
More great guests for our #TeacherAppreciationWeek series. 2009 NLC San Francisco Fellow Leora Wolf-Prusan joins The Zag to talk about her work researching trauma in schools and what we can do abou...
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The Zag: Episode 208 w/ Steven Almazan from 2020-05-05T23:31:38
2019 NLC LA Fellow and former middle school teacher Steven Almazan joins The Zag as we celebrate #TeacherAppreciationWeek. We swap stories of teacher gifts, discuss educational equity in COVID time...
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The Zag: Episode 207 w/ Michelle Sanchez from 2020-05-05T01:12:53
We're celebrating #TeacherAppreciationWeek on The Zag. We caught up with 2020 NLC Los Angeles Fellow Michelle Sanchez to hear about her work supporting students and families during the lockdown as ...
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The Zag: Episode 206 w/ Dr. S. Atyia Martin from 2020-05-01T16:53:52
Don't miss this episode of The Zag featuring the work of Dr. S. Atyia Martin, 2015 NLC Boston Fellow. She shares how her nonprofit, Next Leadership Development Corporation, is synthesizing resource...
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The Zag: Episode 205 w/ YT Bell from 2020-05-01T00:09:17
2017 NLC Atlanta Fellow YT Bell joins The Zag to share insights on how she's serving her community outside of Atlanta on the local city council.
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The Zag: Episode 204 w/ Shadora Ford from 2020-04-30T19:37:27
2020 NLC Detroit Fellow Shadora Ford works for the City of Detroit Mayor's office and has spearheaded efforts to deliver sanitation products and floor decals for social distancing to grocery stores...
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The Zag: Episode 203 w/ Emily Santos from 2020-04-30T03:57:42
2017 NLC New York Fellow and incoming Chapter Co-Director Emily Santos returns to The Zag for a spirited conversation about her new roommates (mice) and hunting for bears (stuffed animal ones). Don...
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The Zag: Episode 202 w/ Pearl Gabel from 2020-04-30T01:49:16
Pearl Gabel, NLC New Jersey 2020 Fellow, serves as the State of New Jersey's digital director, ensuring New Jersey residents and workers receive COVID-19 state updates in real time on multi social ...
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The Zag: Episode 201 w/ Crystal Hudson from 2020-04-30T01:45:22
Crystal Hudson, NLC NYC 2015 Fellow, launched a mutual aid group in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn to support her neighbors during the COVID-19 crisis.
The group connects neighbors via WhatsAp...
The Zag: Episode 200 w/ Eric DeSobe from 2020-04-30T01:44:19
Hey look, we made it to 200 episodes. Crazy. Eric DeSobe, 2010 NLC LA Fellow and your host, shares some Zag history, what's next for NLC, and missing his dog in quarantine times.
Here's to a...
The Zag: Episode 199 w/ Maria De La Cruz from 2020-04-28T17:35:08
Maria De La Cruz-Morgan, NLC Houston 2018 Fellow, and her team are working on the front lines with the Houston Health Department facilitating the COVID-19 call center and coordinating appointments ...
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Episode 198 w/ Igor Tregub from 2020-04-28T00:56:45
Igor Tregub, 2009 NLC LA Fellow (the original class!), joins The Zag to share how he's leveraging his position as a local elected official to assist his Berkeley neighbors in the Bay. Igor is worki...
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The Zag: Episode 197 w/ Michael Deegan-McCree from 2020-04-16T01:55:02
2020 NLC LA Fellow Michael Deegan-McCree joins The Zag to update us on how current Fellows crew is staying tight in these COVID times. Then, we talk about his work with The Bail Project and how he'...
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The Zag: Episode 196 w/ Dr. Theresa Cheng from 2020-04-14T02:21:04
There is in fact a doctor in the house (and on the frontlines of the COVID pandemic). 2020 NLC LA Fellow Theresa Cheng joins The Zag to share her experience supporting patients in emergency rooms a...
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The Zag: Episode 195 w/ Richard Leong from 2020-04-11T01:19:51
2019 NLC LA Fellow Richard Leong joins The Zag to share his thoughts on the increase of Asian American racism since COVID-19 took hold. We also talk empathy, vulnerability, productivity, and board ...
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The Zag: Episode 194 w/ Danielle Tenner and Nick Melvoin from 2020-04-09T19:52:48
Little did they know when they met as 2015 NLC LA Fellows that 5 years later they'd still be working together to better educational outcomes for students in LAUSD.
But that's what happened a...
The Zag: Episode 193 w/ AJ Jeedigunta from 2020-04-09T19:42:37
One of our favorite guests returns in latest episode of The Zag. AJ Jeedigunta, 2019 NLC Detroit Fellow, shares her thoughts on parenting, dating, and work during these quarantine times. Don't miss...
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The Zag: Episode 192 w/ Clint Schaff from 2020-04-08T21:30:32
Clint Schaff, 2014 NLC Fellow and our resident podcast expert (he's a big creative contributor to all the LA Times shows), joins The Zag to share his content diet suggestions and why more than ever...
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The Zag: Episode 191 w/ Evan Piekara from 2020-04-06T01:37:14
When you're in the change management business and the whole world is altered there's a lot to talk about. We're joined by 2011 NLC NYC Fellow Evan Piekara to discuss what business may be like going...
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The Zag: Episode 190 w/ Ellie Bahrmasel from 2020-04-01T20:09:52
Don't miss 2015 NLC Chicago Fellow Ellie Bahrmasel talking the power of human centered design and its importance to problem solving. Plus, what's life like when you used to travel a bunch for work,...
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The Zag: Episode 189 w/ Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell from 2020-04-01T15:44:17
Need some inspiration in these #socialdistancing times? Today's guest, Lynita Mitchell-Blackwell, recently published her latest book, 'Knocked Down, Set Straight', a motivational book on overcoming...
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The Zag: Episode 188 w/ Jaime-Alexis Fowler from 2020-03-31T22:03:25
One of our favorite guests, 2009 NLC Boston Fellow Jaime-Alexis Fowler, joins The Zag to talk about her non-profit Empower Work. Timely and important.
For those who need support with work r...
The Zag: Episode 187 w/ Sarah Mostafa from 2020-03-30T22:48:40
Our #socialdistancing mini-series continues with 2019 NLC LA Fellow Sarah Mostafa. She's moving to the midwest and shares stories of packing up all your stuff in COVID-19 times. Plus, why she's not...
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The Zag: Episode 186 w/ Tray Deadwyler from 2020-03-27T20:09:59
Caught up with nonprofit leader and 2012 NLC Atlanta alum Tray Deadwyler on latest episode in our #socialdistancing mini-series. Don't miss his work from home suggestions and how this crisis could ...
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The Zag: Episode 185 w/ Angie Jean-Marie from 2020-03-27T03:26:53
We're talking local politics in these #socialdistancing times with Angie Jean-Marie, 2018 NLC LA Fellow. We breakdown Super Tuesday (which was 10,000 days ago probably) and races to watch in Novemb...
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The Zag: Episode 184 w/ Cat Shieh from 2020-03-26T23:42:31
Don't miss 2015 NLC LA Fellow Cat Shieh talking about her preparation plans for distance learning with students. One of our favorite longtime educators, Cat also shares how she's keeping busy durin...
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The Zag: Episode 183 w/ Kylie Patterson from 2020-03-26T21:11:30
How can we support small businesses during COVID-19 crisis? Kylie Patterson, 2015 NLC New Jersey Fellow, shares her insights into this critical challenge and also how she's spending her alone time....
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The Zag: Episode 182 w/ Janos Marton from 2020-03-25T23:24:06
2014 NLC NYC Fellow Janos Marton joins The Zag to talk about an eerily quiet Big Apple and the impact COVID-19 is having on the prison and jail system. Download and subscribe.
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The Zag: Episode 181 w/ Allen Jeannette from 2020-03-23T01:38:40
Don't miss the latest episode in our #socialdistancing mini-series. We catch up with 2020 NLC Wisconsin (Madison) Fellow Allen Jeannette to hear this thoughts on how this moment is an opportunity t...
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The Zag: Episode 180 w/ Alyia Gaskins from 2020-03-20T04:48:45
We caught up with 2020 NLC Virigina Fellow Alyia Gaskins on latest episode of The Zag. Good thing too. She works in public health so ... guess what we talked about it. Tune in to hear more as we co...
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The Zag: Episode 179 w/ MaryEllen Veliz from 2020-03-19T00:30:44
Sure times are tough in this #socialdistancing era, but that doesn't mean we can't argue about the NBA. We're joined by NLC San Antonio Chapter Director MaryEllen Veliz to talk about Spurs vs. Rock...
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The Zag: Episode 178 w/ Juan Gavidia from 2020-03-19T00:28:08
Grateful that Juan Gavidia, NLC LA alumni and former Governing Board member, joined The Zag to talk about mental health in a time of #socialdistancing. He's a therapist by trade and shared importan...
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The Zag: Episode 177 w/ Abril Dozal from 2020-03-18T21:25:56
How are teachers reaching their students in this #socialdistancing era of our lives? Current NLC Fellow and 4th grade teacher, Abril Dozal, joins The Zag to share how she's staying connected to her...
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The Zag: Episode 176 w/ Selina Vazquez from 2020-03-18T01:05:02
The #socialdistancing mini-series continues as we catch up with NLC LA Board Member Selina Vazquez. We talk Super Nintendo, the Red Cross, and scheduling time to stay mobile and connected in these ...
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The Zag: Episode 175 w/ Marcela Betancur from 2020-03-18T00:51:34
Pour a glass of your favorite libation and kick it with 2014 NLC Rhode Island Fellow Marcela Betancur. From Uno tips to how this moment should be an opportunity to reset our deeply flawed health ca...
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The Zag: Episode 174 w/ Luke Klipp from 2020-03-17T04:06:26
Hunkered down in your home because you're practice good #socialdistancing? Well, let's talk soccer then. One of NLC LA's original board members, Luke Klipp, joins The Zag to discuss his love of LAF...
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The Zag: Episode 173 w/ Chris Kuncio from 2020-03-16T23:18:36
Our #socialdistancing mini series continues as we talk with Chris Kuncio, 2015 NLC Philly Fellow, about his hip hop project and album focused on ... Benjamin Franklin. Hear more about the genesis o...
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The Zag: Episode 172 w/ Ebony Scott from 2020-03-15T19:52:27
Financial security is top of mind during the COVID19 crisis which is why we wanted 2011 NLC Chicago Fellow Ebony Scott on the pod. She shares details about her work on cash transfers as a tool to e...
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The Zag: Episode 171 w/ Sara Lorenzen from 2020-03-15T19:48:29
Our #socialdistancing mini-series continues as we catch up with current NLC Oklahoma Fellow Sara Lorenzen. From best board games to play when stuck inside to a discussion of red state/blue differen...
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The Zag: teaser trailer w/ Eric DeSobe from 2020-03-15T00:07:48
Hey, we're all pretty much stuck inside for at least the next two weeks. #Socialdistancing is real. Since we can't see folks face to face we wanted to stay connected via the pod so we'll be droppin...
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The Zag: Episode 170 w/ Jose Trinidad Castaneda from 2020-03-14T23:49:31
The first episode in our #SocialDistancing series features NLC LA Engaged and Institute alum Jose Trinidad Castaneda. He recently won an election and is plotting another in November so we caught up...
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The Zag: Episode 169 w/ Jerry Bruno from 2020-02-27T05:34:56
New York vs. LA? East coast vs. west coast? We tried to play up the rivalry, but NLC NYC Co-Director Jerry Bruno loves both places and we love hearing from him. Tune in to hear about the NLC cultur...
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The Zag: Episode 168 w/ Ashley Shah from 2020-02-27T05:30:57
We caught up with 2020 NLC Virginia Fellow Ashley Shah to hear how the state turned blue in 2018 and her work diversifying the art world. Don't miss it.
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The Zag: Episode 167 w/ Allan Chipman from 2020-02-24T04:49:53
What's does it mean to be a faith rooted organizer? Allan Chipman, 2020 NLC Virginia Fellow, explains the concept and more on this episode of The Zag. Don't miss it.
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The Zag: Episode 166 w/ Tony Rice III from 2020-02-18T04:03:51
Tony Rice III, 2017 NLC Fellow and current NLC LA Governing Board members, joins The Zag to discuss the inspiration for his latest business venture: opening a restaurant! Called Shombay (Swahili fo...
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The Zag: Episode 165 w/ Sheba Williams from 2020-02-09T22:30:52
We caught up with Sheba Williams, 2020 NLC Virginia Fellow, to hear more about her NLC Institute experience so far. Then, she shared her personal motivation behind starting a nonprofit called Nolef...
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Bonus episode: James Saucedo, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-02-08T04:37:54
Meet James Saucedo, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
Episode 164 w/ Carly Muetterties and Maddie Shepard from 2020-02-03T00:59:23
Our first two guest podcast features 2019 NLC Kentucky Fellow Carly Muetterties and her colleague Maddie Shepard. They are the authors of Bluegrass Bold: Stories of Kentucky Women, a children’s boo...
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Bonus episode: Allyson Osorio, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-01-31T16:37
Meet Allyson Osorio, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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The Zag: Marlene Montanez, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-01-31T16:36:01
Meet Marlene Montanez, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: Chelsea Byers, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-01-30T19:48:45
Meet Chelsea Byers, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: Alejandra Ramirez-Zarate, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-01-30T15:19:34
Meet Alejandra Ramirez-Zarate, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: Sara Mooney, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-01-30T15:17:46
Meet Sara Mooney, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: Kyle McMillen, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-01-29T16:05:16
Meet Kyle McMillen, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: Xenia Vidal, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-01-29T16:03:24
Meet Xenia Vidal, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: Ivette Serna, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-01-29T16:01:35
Meet Ivette Serna, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: Eryn Block, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Program from 2020-01-28T19:15:55
Meet Eryn Block, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: Nora Chin, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-01-28T16:21:45
Meet Nora Chin, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: Rammy Salem, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-01-28T16:20:32
Meet Rammy Salem, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: Ngozi Udeh, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow from 2020-01-28T16:19:13
Meet Ngozi Udeh, 2020 NLC LA Engaged Fellow, on this short bonus episode of The Zag.
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The Zag: Episode 163 w/ Brian Rosario from 2020-01-28T03:33:22
Los Angeles is still in shock over the sudden death of Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and their friends in Sunday's helicopter crash. Brian Rosario, 2013 NLC alum and current women's basketball assista...
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The Zag: Episode 162 w/ Oren Jacobson from 2020-01-24T23:16:25
NLC Chicago alum Oren Jacobson joins The Zag to talk Men4Choice, an organization that is working to unconditionally support the women and impacted individuals leading this movement by activating, ...
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The Zag: Episode 161 w/ Cat Plein from 2020-01-22T19:31:27
One of our favs joins The Zag for the first time to discuss the art of facilitation, what makes NLC curriculum unique, and building community quickly amongst strangers. Download and subscribe so yo...
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Bonus episode: Elizabeth Pino, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-17T05:59:12
Don’t miss Elizabeth Pino, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow, talking about her role as a commissioner in Torrance, growing up in Colombia, and her goal to strengthen her public speaking skills.
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Bonus episode: Lena Howell, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-17T05:58:45
We’re talking what it takes to be in PR for musicians and artists with 2020 NLC LA Fellow Lena Howell. Don’t miss it.
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Bonus episode: Atul Nakhasi, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-17T05:57:25
There’s another doctor in the house. We catch up with Atul Nakhasi, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow, about his work in Watts and Compton and what it was like to grow up in Iowa.
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Bonus episode: Rebecca Kauma, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-17T05:55:57
Long Beach is in good hands with Rebecca Kauma, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow. She joins The Zag to discuss her DEI work in digital resources and what led her to NLC.
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Bonus episode: Theresa Cheng, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-16T07:47:31
Is there a doctor in the house? There is and it’s Theresa Cheng, 2020 NLC Institute Fellow. She shares why she sees emergency medicine as a particularly powerful approach to improve community healt...
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Bonus episode: Mai Tran-Lanza, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-16T07:45:56
2020 NLC Institute Fellow Mai Tran-Lanza walks us through what applied psychology is and how it can benefit workplaces. Plus, the true story behind her funny dog names.
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Bonus episode: Danni Wang, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-16T07:43:05
Don’t miss Danni Wang, 2020 NLC Institute Fellow, talking about the impact of working for an elected official on this bonus episode of The Zag.
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Bonus episode: Michael Menjivar, 2020 NLC Institute Fellow from 2020-01-15T17:05:17
Working for an elected is never dull. Michael Menjivar, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow, explains what it is like supporting a LAUSD school board member and what he hopes to get out of the NLC experie...
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Bonus episode: Michelle Sanchez, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-15T05:37:26
Don’t miss Michelle Sanchez, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow, sharing details of her work to help students in South Central Los Angeles be prepared for postsecondary education.
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Bonus episode: Andrew Murphy, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-15T05:32:07
The fight for educational equity in California is what drives Andrew Murphy, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow. Hear how he uses his classroom teaching experience to ensure every child has a great teacher.
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Bonus episode: Marisa Szeps, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-15T05:29:22
We need unions now more than ever and Marisa Szeps, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow, is on the front lines of the fight for worker’s rights. Don’t miss her Zag episode.
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Bonus episode: Laura Inez Covarrubias, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-14T06:31:13
Don’t look at another poll until you’ve listened to Laura Inez Covarrubias, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow, talk about her work in that important industry during these wild political times.
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Bonus episode: Michael Deegan-McCree, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-14T06:29:11
Catch Michael Deegan-McCree, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow, discussing his work making our bail system more just and fair on this bonus Zag episode.
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Bonus episode: Abril Dozal, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow from 2020-01-14T06:27:21
Our favorite 4th grade teacher is now a 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow. Don’t miss Abril Dozal’s thoughts on her classroom and her plans for community improvement in Koreatown.
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Bonus episode: Luz Castro, 2020 NLC Institute Fellow from 2020-01-14T06:25:02
Luz Castro, a 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow, joins The Zag to discuss her community organizing efforts in her hometown area of Southeast LA.
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Bonus episode: Alex Amadeo, 2020 NLC Institute Fellow from 2020-01-13T07:09:58
Alex Amadeo, 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow, joins The Zag to talk about her dream job working for LA Metro and what we can do as a city to improve mobility.
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Bonus episode: Theo Ossei-Anto, 2020 NLC Institute Fellow from 2020-01-13T07:07:55
A lifelong educator and 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow, Theo Ossei-Anto, shares differences between classrooms in Memphis and LA as well as what makes a great school. Don’t miss it.
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Bonus episode: Sean Angst, 2020 NLC Institute Fellow from 2020-01-13T07:06:44
Meet 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow Sean Angst. Don’t miss his insights into his almost done dissertation on housing affordability in South LA.
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Bonus episode: Nisha Parekh, 2020 NLC Institute Fellow from 2020-01-13T07:02:39
Don’t miss 2020 NLC LA Institute Fellow Nisha Parekh talking about life as a lawyer, worker’s rights, and balancing degrees from USC and UCLA.
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The Zag: Episode 160 w/ Eric DeSobe from 2020-01-06T17:14:03
Hey, what's up 2020? Retired NLC LA Governing Board President and the Zag podcast host, Eric DeSobe, breaks down what's next for NLC in the new year. Learn more about the upcoming podcast schedule ...
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The Zag: Episode 159 w/ Lucerito Ortiz from 2019-12-15T23:33:14
NLC LA Chapter Co-Director Lucerito Ortiz returns to The Zag to share lessons learned from a huge project she just wrapped for her organization Promise54. Read her interactive and engaging case stu...
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The Zag: Episode 158 w/ Maria Morrisson Copolillo from 2019-12-12T06:39:23
Ever had a bad trainer or facilitator? NLC LA Institute Co-Director Maria Morrisson Copolillo can help. She joined The Zag to share details on the recently completed #NLCbasecamp experience, which ...
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The Zag: Episode 157 w/ Matt Hughes from 2019-11-21T18:07:15
NLC North Carolina 2015 Fellow Matt Hughes has been involved in public service, Democratic politics, and progressive causes for over a decade. He talks to The Zag about his recent electoral victory...
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The Zag: Episode 156 w/ Victoria Watlington from 2019-11-21T00:47:01
Want more episodes featuring awesome NLC alums who recently ran and won campaigns for elected? You got it. Tune in to hear 2019 NLC North Carolina Fellow Victoria Watlington share stories from trai...
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The Zag: Episode 155 w/ Isaiah Thomas from 2019-11-19T17:11:42
We love talking to recently elected NLC alums. The Zag caught up with 2011 NLC Philly Fellow Isaiah Thomas to hear more about his victory for a Philadelphia City Council seat and what his top prior...
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The Zag: Episode 154 w/ Juan Gavidia from 2019-11-15T08:07:55
Considering therapy? May we suggest 2017 NLC alum Juan Gavidia? Loved hearing his insights into what makes a therapy/client relationship work and why more people should consider talking to someone....
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The Zag: Episode 153 w/ Emily Dubin Field from 2019-11-15T00:02:44
A can't miss episode of The Zag. Hear from 2012 NLC LA Fellow Emily Dubin Field about her new book. Titled Experiencing Surrogacy, it is the true story of how a beautiful girl named Ava arrived in ...
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The Zag: Episode 152 w/ Ray Lopez Chang from 2019-11-14T00:07:24
Catch up with 2017 NLC LA Fellow Ray Lopez Chang as he shares details on his relatively new gig at United Way building bridges between organizations and communities seeking better educational outco...
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The Zag: Episode 151 w/ Phuong Luong from 2019-10-28T20:47:35
Interested in financial planning? The difference between having money and having wealth? Starting your own business? 2017 NLC Boston Fellow Phuong Luong joins The Zag to discuss all those topics an...
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The Zag: Episode 150 w/ Clare Bresnahan English from 2019-10-28T00:07:38
Big episode as the new NLC President, Clare Bresnahan English, joins The Zag to share what she is hearing so far on her listening tour and how it is shaping her vision for where NLC goes from here....
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