Frolic and Detour

<p>Jamie Richards-Linton once dreamed of becoming a veterinarian in Jamaica—but her path shifted when she discovered her love for helping people organize. She began her journey organizing for Black immigrants, leaving a...

<p>Josh Wilcox grew up in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, dreaming in beats and broadcast waves. From early days working with hip-hop artists to a corporate chapter at Comcast, Josh’s path was anything but linear. Now a...

<p>Iris Bodre didn’t follow a straight path to the classroom. Before becoming a writing professor at St. John’s University in New York, she worked in crisis counseling, fundraising, and even at a hedge fund. A Brooklyn...

<p>What happens when the path you planned doesn’t pan out? Kyla Denanyoh—law school grad, podcast host, and creative entrepreneur—faced that question head-on after not passing the bar exam. In this episode, Kyla shares...

<p>Sergio talks about his path from lawyer to podcaster and the meaning behind "Frolic and Detour."</p>

<p>In 2004, Marjorie Vail gave birth to her son, Alexsei, who was stillborn. Devastated and depressed, she questioned her purpose and distanced herself from her pregnant friends—only to help one deliver her baby just...

<p>Laurent Amzallag is living his dream—part fitness guru, part stand-up comic, and all heart. In this episode, the Montreal-born founder of FlexPods shares how a near-death childhood illness, including a collapsed lung...

<p>Davon Harris isn't your typical law school graduate. Before entering the legal profession, Davon battled a storm of mental health challenges, identity struggles, and even served time for arson. In this powerful...

<p>In part two of my conversation with artist and Instagram sensation LaNia Roberts, I explore how a simple weather report on Snapchat turned into a movement of joy and self-expression. LaNiya opens up about her journey...

<p>In part one of this powerful two-part series, artist and Louisville, KY native LaNia Roberts opens up about the early chapters of her journey--before the likes, the followers, and the viral fame. At just 15, LaNiya...

<p>Florine Demosthene discusses charting a new path as a first-generation American artist.</p>

<p>Ben Green talks about his passion for broadcasting, film, and using his gift of communication in his 5th grade classroom. </p>

<p>After losing a legal challenge to get out of prison after 16 years, Lawrence opts to focus on self improvement -- mentoring other inmates, teaching literacy courses, and graduating summa cum laude from Rutgers...

<p>Lawrence Bell discusses being wrongfully accused and convicted of murder and rape and spending more than 30 years in prison.</p>

<p>YouTube content creator and social media influencer, Kenya Chestnut, discusses personal growth and development and connecting with the younger generation. </p>