Make it Make Sense: A Quiet Rebel Podcast

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Rev. Dr. Terrlyn L. Curry Avery (TLC) and we discussed dismantling racism. About Terrlyn Rev. Dr. Terrlyn L. Curry Avery (TLC) is a pastologist (ordained minister and licensed psychologist) who invites people into transformation through the journey of  sacred intelligence: tapping into one’s internal source in order to make intelligent choices that manifest the good of humanity.  She helps leaders discover how their sphere of influence can change the status quo and dismantle racism. She is the author of Sacred Intelligence:  The Essence of Sacred, Selfish & Shared Relationships. Her upcoming book is:  Dismantling Racism: Healing Separation From the Inside Out. She is the host of Dismantle Racism on talkradio.nyc.     Rev. Dr. TLC is the pastor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Presbyterian Church in Springfield, MA.   You can connect with her at https://www.sacredintelligence.com/. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them.  This week we chat with Kim Y. Davis about sports and politics.  About Kim  Kim Davis is a veteran journalist, entrepreneur, media consultant, keynote speaker and sports analyst. She has more than 25 years of experience in news, sports, and media management for network TV affiliates such as NBC, ABC, CBS, FOX, WB, and Comcast where she has broadcast 1000s of stories, interviews, and live shows. She’s worked as an anchor, reporter, host, producer and news manager.   She is President of The KD Company, a media and communications consulting company, providing video production, media training, strategic and crisis communications and features “Chalk Talk”, an interactive sports communications series for women. Kim founded the company in 2004 after successfully working as a journalist around the country and serving as Vice President of Super Bowl XXXVIII (38). She also owns Kimy Treats, a company that features vegan, non-gmo popcorn, and gives her a chance to show off her culinary creativity.   Her career started in print and talk radio in her hometown, Houston, Texas. Kim disrupts the normal while creating the spectacular. This dynamic journalist, leadership and communication strategist delivers content that empowers audiences. Throw in her experience running two businesses while hosting and producing a weekly live sports show, and you’re in for a treat. Years of working in locker rooms, with team owners, industry executives, sponsors and rabid sports fans have given Kim an abundance of real-life insights that she uses to tell stories about all things sports, culture and food! Her first book is in the works and she hopes to launch a new TV show, “Sports Bites with Kim,” in the third quarter of 2021.   Kim is a native Houstonian and graduate of Texas A&M University. She's received several awards for professional excellence and community service including being named one of Houston’s Top 25 Women in 2010. She remains active in the community and has served on several boards including AIDS Foundation Houston, UNCF, Dress for  Success, Academia in Motion (AIM), the Greater Houston Convention and Visitors Bureau (Treasurer), the Zina Garrison Academy and the Houston Associations of Black Journalists.   You can connect with Kim at https://www.kimydavis.com.   Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation.    **********   Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns.  Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them.   This week we chat with justine johnson about self care.   About justine justine johnson (she/her) is most alive when she is gathering with others in the kitchen or in the woods foraging. She loves bringing people together to do, discuss, and dream about a more just world. She’s spent most of her professional life seeking a way to create spaces for the intersection of nature and social justice.   Specifically, she’s worked in higher education, gender equity & inclusion advocacy, and most recently in a retreat center.   You can connect with justine at https://thefamiliarfarm.com  Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. **********   Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns.   Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Brandyn Campbell and we tried to make sense of discomfort - specifically people's discomfort with sharing the racialized history of America.  About Brandyn Brandyn Campbell combines her passions for communications and diversity to help businesses build and articulate their commitment to racial justice. The founder of Brandyn Campbell Communications LLC (BCC), a boutique DEI consulting firm, she draws on over 20 years of experience providing training and strategy on multiculturalism and cultural competence. Brandyn has worked with clients around the world to provide actionable solutions to infuse diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout their communications and cultures. Organizations around the world that have benefited from Brandyn’s expertise include the NFL, Fortune 500 companies, educational institutions, high-growth startups, and nonprofit organizations.    Brandyn has written on topics including race, Black Lives Matter, and the role of empathy in healing division for outlets including Businessweek, Philadelphia magazine, and Thrive Global. She is regularly featured on podcasts and in media outlets as an expert in her field. Tracie and Brandyn are both members of Dell Women's Entrepreneur Network. For more information on this organization, visit DWEN.com.   For information on Brandyn's work, visit http://www.brandyncampbell.com. ***********   Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation.   Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns.  Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! Please note: In keeping with our 2 months on, 1 month off format, this will be the last new show until April 2022. See you soon! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Theresa M. Robinson and we discussed how nothing quite makes sense, while simultaneously, everything makes sense depending on your perspective. About Theresa One of seven anti-racism educators of 2020 featured in Forbes, Theresa is a "disruptive inclusionist" in the anti-racism and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) space. As an ATD Certified Master Trainer and Coach, Theresa takes participants beyond unconscious bias with a transformational experience that is (1) centered on challenging hearts and minds, (2) predicated on the necessary discomfort that precedes growth and change, and (3) grounded in honoring people's lived experiences.  Through immersive exercises and scenarios, Theresa guides participants on their journey to becoming anti-racist inclusive leaders. Averaging 50+ live engagements annually since 2005, she has facilitated Well-Being, DEI, and Leadership corporate training for executives from a wide range of Fortune 500 companies including Microsoft, Nationwide, Deloitte, Mars, Allstate, Disney, KPMG, Cisco. Marriott, Procter & Gamble, Novartis, Johnson & Johnson, ExxonMobil, Walmart, and Bristol-Myers Squibb. You can connect with Theresa on her website or on LinkedIn. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation - the part where Theresa puts her elbows on the table and really digs into the conversation. ********** Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Sarah MacLaughlin and we discussed the joys and angst of parenting. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. About Sarah Sarah MacLaughlin is a writer, trainer, and content expert for ZERO TO THREE, a national nonprofit dedicated to ensuring that all babies and toddlers have a strong start in life. She is also a social worker, parent educator, and author of the award-winning, bestselling book, What Not to Say: Tools for Talking with Young Children and the 2021 release, Raising Humans With Heart: Not a How-To Manual. Sarah is also mom to a teenaged son who gives her plenty of opportunities to take her own advice. For more information, or to connect with Sarah, visit https://sarahmaclaughlin.com/. ********** Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Raveen Alexis and we discussed anxiety and aging. This conversation is tender, vulnerable and authentic. I believe you will find a word (or three) that resonates with you. About Raveen Raveen is a Houston-based writer, 200-hour registered yoga teacher, and mental/emotional wellness advocate. Her favorite things include hot, herbal tea, journaling, music, yoga and word + number puzzles. Raveen believes in the power of self care + community care and is on a mission to inspire healing and wholeness in the world. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Michon Lartigue and we discussed finding the joy by trusting the flow. We approached the question of how to make sense of grabbing joy in moments of seeming chaos. Michon has such great energy and I hope you'll join us for this conversation. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! About Michon Michon Lartigue is a writer, coach, and development and fundraising strategist.  Her work revolves around a heart-felt desire to help individuals and organizations tap into their strengths, build strong relationships, and gain clarity in achieving goals. She is also an auntie, friend, sister, daughter, cousin, niece, and colleague to many. She loves storytelling in all forms, music of all types, creativity, faith, positive energy, and her mantra is Trust the Flow. You can connect with Michon on Instragram @michonlartigue. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Nelita Ramey and we discussed the importance of advocating for accessibility. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! About Nelita Nelita Manego Ramey is a T6-7 paraplegic and has used a wheelchair for mobility for the last 31 years. She is currently working as a registered nurse manager at UnitedHealth Group. She is very active in her community,  and is especially passionate about advocating for people with disabilities, which is apparent with her past involvement in the Archdiocese  of New Orleans Commission for People with Disabilities, and the non-profit organization,  Split Second Foundation.   Nelita serves on the LSU National Diversity Advisory Board and is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is LeRon L. Barton and we discussed hamburgers, Coronavirus and Freddie Mercury. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! About LeRon LeRon L. Barton is a writer, author, and speaker originally from Kansas City, Mo, living in San Francisco, Ca. He has published two books: Straight Dope: A 360 Degree Look Into American Drug Culture and All We Really Need Is Love: Stories of Dating, Relationships, Heartbreak, and Marriage. He writes and speaks about race, mass incarceration, politics, business, tech, and dating. His pieces have appeared in Harvard Business Review, Salon, Black Enterprise, and Your Tango. LeRon is also a three time TEDX speaker. In his spare time, LeRon likes to workout, travel, listen to music, mentor young Black men, and hunt for the perfect hamburger. You can find more information on LeRon and his work at http://www.leronbarton.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Karla Richardson and we discussed human resource information which is often withheld from employees.  If you are employed by anyone other than yourself, you'll want to tune in to this conversation. Karla is the Founder of HR Uncovered for You. HR Uncovered For You is committed to workplace equity and equal employment opportunity.  They offer consulting and coaching services to individuals at every career stage in support of their professional and personal work/life success. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Ashley Lazare.  After seeing a meme that stated, "Are you adding 'pee' to the dating pool?" Ashley became reflective about her dating patterns and how she contributed to her own experiences. In this episode, she addresses patterns of "peeing" in the dating pool through self-accountability, and the benefits of prioritizing healing in dating. About Ashley Ashley Lazarre is a PhD Candidate and professional in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. She is interested in digital activism, healing patterns in Black women, and documentaries. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. In this episode, we take a walk through "Post Civil Rights"  American History. Amber Ruffin has a segment on her show called, "How Did We Get Here?" This conversation with Robert Johnson is a quick snapshot of how we got the America we have today - one that is nearly unrecognizable from its stated ideals. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. About Robert Johnson Rev. Johnson is a highly committed Pastor with 25+ years of pastoral leadership experience in a variety of ministry contexts: rural, urban, suburban, new church plant, transitional, mega-church, small church, cross-cultural, campus ministry, and dual appointments.   He is noted for this exceptional commitment and effectiveness in leadership development, team-building, organizational development, vision-casting, evangelism, community service, preaching, teaching, recruiting young leaders, worship planning, prayer ministry development, and equipping the saints for ministry.  His personal passions include prayer, worship, community building (from small groups to geographical areas), evangelism, cultivating the arts in the local church, cultivating academic & intellectual inquiry in the local church, practicing radical hospitality towards marginalized and alienated groups. ​A respected preacher with the ability to preach and speak in diverse contexts, Rev. Johnson seeks to find new, relevant ways to communicate across racial, educational, cultural, and generational boundaries. Rev. Johnson served two terms on the Texas Conference Board of Ordained Ministry, was trained in the Discipleship Ministries’ Path1 Coaching curriculum, and served as consulting editor of Abingdon’s New Interpreter’s Bible Dictionary.  He has served as a mentor to boys in the Alief School District of Houston, TX, and served for 5 years as an instructor in the Texas Conference’s Local Pastor’s School. Rev. Johnson resides in Wichita, KS, and is married to Linda Y. Johnson, a financial manager with Shell Oil.  They have two daughters, Giselle and Kayla.  Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Karen Fleshman and we discussed whyte women's complicity in the system of racism. It is a heartfelt, deep discussion from two sides of the same coin. You'll want to bookmark this one and return to it a few times. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! About Karen Karen Fleshman Esq - she her hers - is the founder of Racy Conversations, a workplace workshop facilitation company, and of the Interracial Sisterhood Coalition. She is a soccer mom, attorney, activist, mentor, and writing her first book My Name is Karen and I am an Antiracist. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Roxanne Werner and we discussed Texas politics. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! About Roxanne Roxanne Werner is a Communications Advisor for the Harris County Attorney's office and previously served in the elections division of the County Clerk's office.  Roxanne is passionate about civic engagement and making Houston a better place, which drives her commitment to public service for her community.  She has also has a bright and funny 7-year old son, Oliver, a loving fiancee, Kristina, and a mischievous cat, Theo. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Candice D'Meza. Tracie and Candice attempt to make sense of how we continue to have faith when the world seems so dark. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Click here for more information on the Quiet Rebel's Ally Family Tree Research Class in November. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! About Candice Candice is an actor, advocate, public speaker, writer/playwright, multi-disciplinary artist, and mom of two sons. Candice’s artistic work focuses on liberation and imagination, blending history and anthropology with Indigenous African Spirituality and shamanism into her artistic practice. Her academic background encompasses a Bachelors in Black Studies and a Master of Public Administration from California State University, Long Beach.  To learn more about her work, visit www.candicedmeza.com. You can also follow her on IG @candicedmeza. View Candice's latest work WAIL until November 14th. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Liz August. Liz August and Tracie Jae touch on some very specific incidents of medical negligence and try to make sense of the seeming inhumanity of some medical professionals. *Sidenote: Although Liz mentions it upfront, we want to be explicit in our joint disclaimer that this discourse is not aimed at ALL medical professionals and that we honor, respect and admire the frontline workers who show up and work hard everyday. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Click here for more information on the Quiet Rebel's Ally Family Tree Research Class in November. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! About Liz Liz August, located in Worcester, MA, is a Business & Tech Strategist for heart-centered and soulful fempreneurs who hate figuring out all the technology and strategy it takes to run their businesses. Through chaos coordination, stress slaying, and task taming, she helps amplify online businesses — while making it all feel like you found a genie in a bottle. And when she’s not simplifying businesses, you can find her running Netflix marathons, or after her 4 year old — while guzzling Diet Cokes as her amazing husband gently reminds her to drink some water.  Simplify to amplify at www.simplifysimplify.me. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is LaGina Harris. Tracie Jae and LaGina Harris have a candid conversation about the challenges that Black fempreneurs face raising venture capital. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Click here for more information on the Quiet Rebel's Ally Family Tree Research Class in November. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! About LaGina LaGina R Harris is an entrepreneur. Her brand, LaRae Infinity, is built around uplifting and bringing positive energy to marginalized people by being socially responsible. LaRae Infinity strives to always challenge the norm and bring supportive growth to communities. LaGina is the creator, host, and producer of the LaRae Infinity “Let's Talk” family of podcasts, Stomping Ground Radio Show on All Real Radio, and founder/CEO of The Us Space, an intentional space for women of color, their teams, & women-centric organizations to thrive.   LaGina is an accomplished event planner, fundraiser, and artist. Well-versed in her professional experiences, her background includes organizational consulting, training, facilitation, curriculum writing, student retention, and hosting/moderating.   Recently, LaGina won the Houston Area Urban League Pitch Competition in early summer. LaGina is committed to her philanthropic endeavors. Currently, she is serving as a newly appointed Advisory Council Member for Choose To Do Inc., is an active Board Member of Nerdy Girl Success, and is one of the organizers of Share The Mic Now Texas. Follow The Us Space on IG at @_theusspace --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support

Make it Make Sense is a Quiet Rebel Podcast where Tracie Jae and her guest try to make sense of the things which make no sense to them. This week's guest is Monette Chilson. Each guest is invited to bring their own show topic. Monette and I talked about how hard it is to decide on a topic when it's all a mess. One of the topics we chatted on is Texas Senate Bill 8. Find additional information on Texas SB8 here. Click here for more information on the Ally Family Tree Research Class in November. Patreon subscribers have access to the full video and extended conversation. Make it Make Sense is hosted and produced by Tracie Jae in Houston, TX on the Indigenous Land of the Karankawa People. We hope that something you heard today will move you, open you, or give you pause. We welcome your questions, comments and concerns. Until next time - remember to #feedthehappy and LOVE first, always! About Monette Monette Chilson co-leads Girl God Books—an international publisher of books that support the necessary unraveling of patriarchy—and runs its online platform of courses, gatherings and offerings. She is an award-winning author who writes about the sacred feminine in its many forms. You can follow her @MonetteChilson on IG and FB and connect on her personal website www.MonetteChilson.com. Shop Girl God Books at www.thegirlgod.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/quietrebel/support