Sunday Safe Spaces
Open Up
This is a monthly program hosted by April Jackson and Wesley Hamilton every third Sunday of the month. Join them on their podcast for insightful discussions that dive into pressing issues, hot topics, and current events, featuring a diverse lineup of guests. April and Wesley draw from their lived experiences at the intersections of race and disability, creating an inclusive and thought-provoking dialogue. Through personal stories and expert insights, they explore healing and wellness tools for the mind and body, with the aim of inspiring and empowering listeners. With 43 episodes and over 50 guests sharing lived experiences, the podcast is dedicated to supporting the community by fostering connection and understanding, especially in a society where marginalization is all too common. Tune in for conversations that challenge, inform, and uplift.
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Top 10 Sunday Safe Spaces Episodes
Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Sunday Safe Spaces episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Sunday Safe Spaces for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Sunday Safe Spaces episode by adding your comments to the episode page.
Renew & Refresh
Sunday Safe Spaces
10/09/24 • 58 min
Join co-hosts April Jackson and Wesley Hamilton for this Sunday Safe Spaces discussion, Episode 18 with guest is Ta'lor L. Pinkston, The Heart Advocate and Self-love Therapist.
Ta'lor L. Pinkston, The Heart Advocate is a Self-love Therapist, Speaker, and Activist who is dedicated to helping individuals choose self-love as a coping skill for mental health and healing.
Disabled But Not Really's mission is to empower and inspire individuals with disabilities to overcome challenges and reach their potential by fostering a mindset of courage, confidence, and competence. They aim to educate individuals and their communities on ways to help improve the overall quality of life for people living with a disability.
You can view these episodes with ASL interpretation on Open Up's YouTube channel. Catch episode previews and more information about Sunday Safe Spaces and other Open Up programming by following us on social media @openuppgh.
Black Joy & Legacy
Sunday Safe Spaces
10/09/24 • 57 min
Join co-hosts April Jackson and Wesley Hamilton for their monthly Sunday Safe Spaces discussion. Episode 16 guest is Alecia Dawn of YOGAMOTIF (rhymes with locomotive).
Alecia Dawn Young is an arts worker and educator with over 15 years of experience in community art and wellness education. The founder of YOGAMOTIF, she believes the creative process is an invitation to heal and invests her time in people, projects, and communities that explore these practices. She is a former K-12 art teacher who went on to manage and consult for art and wellness start-ups and established businesses in Pittsburgh and around the country. Alecia holds a Master of Arts Management from Carnegie Mellon University, Bachelor of Fine Arts from Alfred University, and is a registered yoga teacher.
Disabled But Not Really's mission is to empower and inspire individuals with disabilities to overcome challenges and reach their potential by fostering a mindset of courage, confidence, and competence. They aim to educate individuals and their communities on ways to help improve the overall quality of life for people living with a disability.
You can view these episodes with ASL interpretation on Open Up's YouTube channel. Catch episode previews and more information about Sunday Safe Spaces and other Open Up programming by following us on social media @openuppgh.
Equitable Philanthropy
Sunday Safe Spaces
10/09/24 • 69 min
This topic speaks to Equitable Philanthropy. We will be welcomed Sagdrina Jalal of Saged Consulting who has a career in philanthropy, executive coaching and sustainable farming.
Disabled But Not Really's mission is to empower and inspire individuals with disabilities to overcome challenges and reach their potential by fostering a mindset of courage, confidence, and competence. They aim to educate individuals and their communities on ways to help improve the overall quality of life for people living with a disability.
You can view these episodes with ASL interpretation on Open Up's YouTube channel. Catch episode previews and more information about Sunday Safe Spaces and other Open Up programming by following us on social media @openuppgh.
Defining SELF-LOVE in the midst of DEPRESSION
Sunday Safe Spaces
09/03/24 • 14 min
Enjoy this episode where Wesley Hamilton and April Jackson listen and learn from with Ta'lor Pinkston.
Disabled But Not Really's mission is to empower and inspire individuals with disabilities to overcome challenges and reach their potential by fostering a mindset of courage, confidence, and competence. They aim to educate individuals and their communities on ways to help improve the overall quality of life for people living with a disability.
You can view these episodes with ASL interpretation on Open Up's YouTube channel. Catch episode previews and more information about Sunday Safe Spaces and other Open Up programming by following us on social media @openuppgh.
The RISK & POWER of Black Women Living Authentically Clips
Sunday Safe Spaces
09/03/24 • 22 min
0:00 Intro
0:27 We’re still fighting
1:42 Loving yourself authentically
5:55 Going against the status quo
9:17 Being authentic is a risk for Black women
10:31 The power of black women voices
These community conversations for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color happen on the 3rd Sunday of every month. Each month we share stories and individual experiences from the intersections of race and disability while exploring healing + wellness tools for mind and body.
Register at https://www.openuppittsburgh.com/events
#blackwomen #selflove #authenticity
Disabled But Not Really's mission is to empower and inspire individuals with disabilities to overcome challenges and reach their potential by fostering a mindset of courage, confidence, and competence. They aim to educate individuals and their communities on ways to help improve the overall quality of life for people living with a disability.
You can view these episodes with ASL interpretation on Open Up's YouTube channel. Catch episode previews and more information about Sunday Safe Spaces and other Open Up programming by following us on social media @openuppgh.
Exploring Personal Practices
Sunday Safe Spaces
01/13/25 • 69 min
These community conversations for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color happen on the 3rd Sunday of every month. Each month we share stories and individual experiences from the intersections of race and disability while exploring healing + wellness tools for mind and body.
Disabled But Not Really's mission is to empower and inspire individuals with disabilities to overcome challenges and reach their potential by fostering a mindset of courage, confidence, and competence. They aim to educate individuals and their communities on ways to help improve the overall quality of life for people living with a disability.
You can view these episodes with ASL interpretation on Open Up's YouTube channel. Catch episode previews and more information about Sunday Safe Spaces and other Open Up programming by following us on social media @openuppgh.
Power in Reflections
Sunday Safe Spaces
11/08/24 • 66 min
This month's topic is Welcoming In. We will be welcoming Coach Richard T Butler, founder of CoachRTB Diversity and Inclusion Consulting.
Disabled But Not Really's mission is to empower and inspire individuals with disabilities to overcome challenges and reach their potential by fostering a mindset of courage, confidence, and competence. They aim to educate individuals and their communities on ways to help improve the overall quality of life for people living with a disability.
You can view these episodes with ASL interpretation on Open Up's YouTube channel. Catch episode previews and more information about Sunday Safe Spaces and other Open Up programming by following us on social media @openuppgh.
Parenting Through the Lens of Black Men
Sunday Safe Spaces
11/08/24 • 64 min
This month's topic is Parenting Through the Lens of Black Men. We will be welcoming Shawn J. Moore
Residing at the intersection of leadership and mindfulness, Shawn J. Moore, M.S. creates sacred spaces for self-inquiry and personal discovery, helping people transform themself to transform the world. Shawn currently serves as Director of Student Leadership and Talent Development at Morehouse College, helping students grow their leadership competencies and talent through training, workshops, and developmental opportunities..
Disabled But Not Really's mission is to empower and inspire individuals with disabilities to overcome challenges and reach their potential by fostering a mindset of courage, confidence, and competence. They aim to educate individuals and their communities on ways to help improve the overall quality of life for people living with a disability.
You can view these episodes with ASL interpretation on Open Up's YouTube channel. Catch episode previews and more information about Sunday Safe Spaces and other Open Up programming by following us on social media @openuppgh.
Defining Your Truth
Sunday Safe Spaces
11/08/24 • 70 min
This month's topic is Defining Your Truth. We will be welcoming Nakeia Homer, Joseph Smith, and Ta'lor Pinkston.
Disabled But Not Really's mission is to empower and inspire individuals with disabilities to overcome challenges and reach their potential by fostering a mindset of courage, confidence, and competence. They aim to educate individuals and their communities on ways to help improve the overall quality of life for people living with a disability.
You can view these episodes with ASL interpretation on Open Up's YouTube channel. Catch episode previews and more information about Sunday Safe Spaces and other Open Up programming by following us on social media @openuppgh.
Humanize Your Workplace, Check Your Fear
Sunday Safe Spaces
10/28/24 • 66 min
It's Disability Employment Awareness Month! Join co-hosts April Jackson and Wesley Hamilton for their monthly Sunday Safe Spaces discussion. Episode 23 topic is Humanize Your Workplace, Check Your Fear. Ashley Lorens, a Chicago-based entrepreneur that is living with a disability joins this month to discuss equity in employment.
Disabled But Not Really's mission is to empower and inspire individuals with disabilities to overcome challenges and reach their potential by fostering a mindset of courage, confidence, and competence. They aim to educate individuals and their communities on ways to help improve the overall quality of life for people living with a disability.
You can view these episodes with ASL interpretation on Open Up's YouTube channel. Catch episode previews and more information about Sunday Safe Spaces and other Open Up programming by following us on social media @openuppgh.
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FAQ
How many episodes does Sunday Safe Spaces have?
Sunday Safe Spaces currently has 33 episodes available.
What topics does Sunday Safe Spaces cover?
The podcast is about Society & Culture and Podcasts.
What is the most popular episode on Sunday Safe Spaces?
The episode title 'Humanize Your Workplace, Check Your Fear' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Sunday Safe Spaces?
The average episode length on Sunday Safe Spaces is 58 minutes.
When was the first episode of Sunday Safe Spaces?
The first episode of Sunday Safe Spaces was released on Aug 30, 2024.
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