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The Jali, host Melyssa Barrett

Welcome to The Jali Podcast, I’m your host Melyssa Barrett. This podcast is for those who are interested in the conversation around diversity, inclusion and equity. Each week, I’ll be interviewing a guest who has something special to share or is actively part of building solutions in this space. Let’s get started!

The Jali, host Melyssa Barrett

100 Episodes Available
Episode 76

The Jali - Ep 76: Respect in the Workplace

50.36 min Nov 1, 2023

Veronica Rogers discusses the importance of respect in the workplace and shares tips to successfully prepare for your next dream job

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Episode 75

The Jali - Ep 75: Becoming Socially Conscious

38.78 min Apr 1, 2023

Steve Napolitan discusses how mindset shifts can enhance personal growth and increase social consciousness.

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Episode 74

The Jali - Ep 74: Celebrating Differences

11.86 min Sep 5, 2025

This week’s episode focuses on Kwanzaa’s first principle, Umoja, by highlighting the connection between our history and culture. 

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Episode 73

The Jali - Ep 73: Improving Brain Health

25.75 min Sep 5, 2025

Founder of BrainPOP Sierra Hooshiari shares how recovering from a traumatic injury inspired her mission to launch a soda brand promoting brain health.

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Episode 72

The Jali - Ep 72: International Empowerment

47.79 min Sep 5, 2025

Stephanie Fuentes shares her experiences interning for The United Nations and working on designing technology-focused development projects.

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Episode 71

The Jali - Ep 71: Community Policing and Rebuilding Relationships

51.17 min Jul 12, 2022

Police chief Sekou Millington shares how he uses his platform to reconnect the relationship between his community and law enforcement through contemporary policing and outreach in Tracy, CA. 

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Episode 70

The Jali - Ep 70: Building Resilience

52.06 min Sep 5, 2025

Jacob Davenport shares his journey embarking on a career in real estate to owning his business and mentoring the next generation of realtors.

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Episode 69

The Jali - Ep 69: Building Self-eSTEM

39.34 min Sep 5, 2025

Executive Director Adamaka Ajaelo shares how her organization, Self-eSTEM, seeks to break systemic barriers faced by young women interested in STEM-related careers through mentorship, development programs and networking.

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Episode 68

The Jali - Ep 68: Art With a Mission

60.14 min Sep 5, 2025

Co-founder of Mission Art 415 Lisa Brewer shares how her gallery helped uplift her community while providing a platform for struggling artists around San Francisco.

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Episode 67

The Jali - Ep 67: Black Deported Veterans of America

44.34 min Sep 11, 2022

James Smith, Imo-jah Desouza and David Bariu share challenges faced by Black veterans and how the group, Black Veterans of America, aims to raise awareness.

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