Systemic Racism is everywhere. Systemic Racism impacts every aspect of our society. Whether it is in the educational system, the job market, access to resources, access to financial programs, and how our communities are encouraged or discouraged to succeed and more so what success looks like. Systemic Racism also impacts health. Maria and Roger discuss […]
DEI and Neuroscience: Understanding the 6 Inches Between our Ears – Shannon Murphy
Learning about ourselves, our brains, and how we are structured can lead to a better understanding of ourselves and others. Maria and Roger discuss bias, behavioral patterns, privilege, and more, with Shannon Murphy. Shannon Murphy, M.A. CEO & Co-Founder BrainSkills@Work Shannon Murphy, CEO of BrainSkills@Work, applies neuroscience to help individuals be more inclusive, culturally […]

BELONGING BEYOND BORDERS: Megan Norton
What is a Third Culture Kid? Are they adults? How does this cross-cultural experience impact the lives of TCKs? How do we cope with change and return to our parent culture? Megan Norton knows all too well these experiences and struggles. Megan discusses this, and more, with Maria and Roger in this eye-opening conversation. […]
Creating a Complete College America with Dhanfu Elston
“Dr. Dhanfu E. Elston (pronounced: dah-nee-foo) serves as Complete College America’s Chief of Staff and Senior Vice President for Strategy where he utilizes his national policy and campus expertise for practical application, implementation, and scaling of CCA strategies at institutions throughout the United States. He provides oversight of national external partnerships and has led CCA’s […]
A Discussion about Trust, Failure, and Leadership with Noor Azizan-Gardner
In this episode of Culture Stew, Maria and Roger break down trust, failure and leadership with Noor Azizan-Gardner. In order to make long lasting change, and to be an effective leader, trust must be cultivated. “Noor Azizan-Gardner, originally from Malaysia, is founder and president of Baru Global Group, LLC, a consulting company which assists […]
“Live life Globalisciously!” How to with Patricia Malidor-Coleman
We return with another fantastic lineup of guests to discuss their stories, careers, and hopes for the future. Over the next 7 episodes, we will speak with authors, practitioners, researchers, educators, creators and doers! In this joyful and inviting conversation, Maria and Roger discuss identity, storytelling, and what it means to be Globaliscious with Patricia […]
Title: The Future of Work: A Deep Dive with Maria and Roger
On this special episode of Culture Stew, Maria and Roger take the microphone and have an in-depth conversation about what it means to be at work today. Multiple aspects of our lives have changed over the past few years. Our priorities, what makes us happy, our values, and our interests have shifted whether we were […]
Introducing our Co-Conspirator, Jasmin Robinson
Maria, Roger, and Jasmin wear their flannel shirts while talking about Jasmin’s background, the ways where we can increase our outreach, and why DEI work is so important now, and in the future. Learn more about Jasmin here: https://idealeducationllc.com/about
Going to School with Sonja Ardoin
Season 4 Episode 3 Dr. Sonja Ardoin Sonja Ardoin grew up with this phrase loudly following behind her: “You work hard and you work a lot.” Looking at going to college and what her future held, education was the key. But when you go to college you become a doctor, a teacher, or a lawyer. […]
Culture Stew Season 4 – Launches Today!
Welcome Back! We are so excited for you to join us in Season 4 of Culture Stew! This season we’re spotlighting more guests who aren’t necessarily DEI practitioners but are exploring and incorporating DEI in a wide variety of industries. This work can’t just live in the small but mighty community of people who make […]