Amplified Journey is a show about the forces shaping your relationship with the outdoors. From the gear industry to the land being traded away for someone else's profit to the parks that weren't built in your neighborhood, every episode helps you see something you couldn't see before. New episodes monthly. Watch the full episode and join for FREE at blkbeetlesstory.com.
Season 2 Episode 1: 13.1 Miles Towards Truth and Justice
Welcome to Season 2 of the Amplified Journey Podcast! In this episode, we are joined by runner, producer, and poet Dr. L. Lamar Wilson. As featured on PBS, Lamar’s award winning short film, The Changing Same, is a must see documentary as it provides the viewer with how the Marianna, Florida community reckons with the violent lynching of Claude Neal and attempts to commemorates his murder through an annual half marathon led by Lamar. Throughout the interview, Lamar and I examine the lasting community impacts of Claude Neal, the importance of using our bodies as a form of resistance, and many other topics related to social justice.
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Featuring Guest: Dr. L. Lamar Wilson, Runner + Producer + Poet
You can contact Lamar at https://www.llamarwilson.com/ (https://www.llamarwilson.com/).
Make sure to watch Lamar’s short film about Claude Neal, as featured on PBS, The Changing Same at https://www.pbs.org/pov/watch/changingsame/video-the-changing-same/
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4 Nov 2021
Episode 9: The Running Edge 305 Starts With Community
Welcome to Episode 9 of the Amplified Journey Podcast! In this episode, we are joined by runner and founder of The Running Edge, Ashley Toussaint. Throughout the interview, Ashley, or Coach, and I discuss topics ranging from the importance of running in “overlooked” communities to the role community played in creating the Running Edge’s youth running club.
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Featuring:
Ashley Toussaint, Runner + Founder + Running Futurism
You can follow Ashley and the Running Edge Crew on Instagram: @runningedge305
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30 Sept 2021
Episode 8: Mental Endurance Is The Key to Staying Power
Welcome to Episode 8 of Amplified Journey! In this episode, we are joined by our featured guest, Vanessa Faye Foerster. Vanessa's vision for change, both inside and outside the endurance sports community, continues to inspire and empower the athlete within all of us. Throughout this episode, Vanessa and I discuss matters ranging from the importance of mental endurance to creating belongingness within the endurance community.
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Featuring:
Vanessa Faye Foerster, Triathlete + Founder + Mental Endurance Coach
You can follow Vanessa on Instagram: @VanessaFayeFoerster
Vanessa’s Podcast: Train Your Mind with Vanessa Faye Foerster (Apple Podcast, Google Podcasts, or Spotify)
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31 Aug 2021
Episode 7: Designing Change with Courage
Welcome to Episode 7 of Amplified Journey! In this episode, we are joined by our featured guest, Giselle Carrillo. As the co-founder of Courage Camps, founder of El Barrío Athletic Club, and surfer, Giselle continues to utilize lived experiences in creating more equitable spaces both inside and outside the surfing community. Throughout this episode, Giselle and I discuss matters ranging from community impact to the joys found within surfing.
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Featuring:
Giselle Carrillo, Surfer + Founder + Equity Designer
You can follow Giselle on Instagram: @gisellecc, @couragecamps, & @elbarrioathleticclub
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31 Jul 2021
Episode 6: Finding Joy Through Connectedness with the Land
Welcome to Episode 6 of Amplified Journey! In this episode, we are joined by our featured guest, Rocío Villalobos. As an equity builder, ultra runner, and awesome human being, Rocío continues to be trailblazer when it comes to addressing matters involving environmental and social justice. Throughout this episode, Rocío and I touch on topics ranging from the meaning of equity in the outdoor space to the role land plays in our healing and wellness journey.
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Featuring:
Rocío Villalobos, Ultra Runner + Equity Builder
You can follow Rocío on Instagram: @thexicanaexplorer & @nativerootsatx
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29 May 2021
Episode 5: Getting to the Heart of Mindfulness
Welcome to Episode 5 of Amplified Journey! In this episode, we are honored to have the founders from the Heart Refuge Mindfulness Community, Ayesha Ali and Rashid Hughes to discuss community, unlearning patriarchy, and wellness liberation. More importantly, we learn more about the beautiful mindfulness community Ayesha and Rashid have created whereby the culture and experiences of Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color are the focal point within the practice.
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Featuring:
Ayesha Ali and Rashid Hughes,Founder + Mindfulness Practitioners
You can follow Ayesha Ali and Rashid Hughes on Instagram: @heartrefugedc
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29 Apr 2021
Episode 4: Radical Authenticity Is Here to Stay
Welcome to Episode 4 of Amplified Journey! In this episode, we are joined by our featured guest, Mohamad “Moe” Bsat. As a founder of Toronto’s Air Up There Run Crew, Moe is a trailblazer in discussing how we can create more diverse and equitable spaces within the global running community. Throughout this episode, Moe and I touch on topics ranging from systemic oppression to the importance of representation within the running community.
We always want to hear from you! Please send comments and questions to samad@blkbeetles.com
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Featuring:
Mohamad “Moe” Bsat, Runner + Founder + Social Justice Activist
You can follow Moe on Instagram: @elginsdiner & @airupthererc
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18 Mar 2021
Episode 3: The Power of Storytelling in the Outdoor Space
Welcome to Episode 3 of Amplified Journey! In this episode, we are joined by our featured guest, Mike Manuel. Mike is an advocate for racial justice in the outdoor space. Throughout this episode, Mike helps us understand the power of storytelling and why we need to continue to push for more access, equity, and representation in the outdoor space.
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Featuring:
Mike Manuel, Climber + Snowboarder + Outdoor Enthusiast
You can follow Mike on Instagram @mike_manuel_
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13 Nov 2020
Episode 2: Running as Community Healing
Welcome to episode two (2) of Amplified Journey! In this episode, we hear from ultramarathoner and founder of Native Women Running Verna Volker (member of the Navajo Nation). As a true cornerstone in the running community, Verna joins the the podcast to share her story and the inspiration behind starting Native Women Running.
Filled with inspirational takeaways and actionable steps that all communities can take to support Native Women Running, our conversation with Verna highlights the role Native Women Running plays in building community and supporting the wellness journey for Indigenous women.
Verna defines the meaning of Fueling Your Own Vision and the power of storytelling.
Featuring:
Verna Volker, Founder of Native Women Running
You can following Verna and Native Women Running at:
- Instagram: @hozhorunner4 and @native_women_running
- Website: www.nativewomenrunning.com
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Instagram: @blkbeetles
Website: www.blkbeetles.com
We always want to hear from you! Please send comments and questions to samad@blkbeetles.com
1 Oct 2020
Episode 1: Pursuit of Self-Healing
In this episode, yoga instructor and founder of Nadora, Lisa Lazarus helps us understand the importance of self-healing and how we can incorporate self-healing into our wellness journey.
We always want to hear from you! Please send comments and questions to samad@blkbeetles.com
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Featuring:
Lisa Lazarus, founder of Nadora
You can follow Lisa on Instagram @miss.lazarus and @nadoraus
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10 Sept 2020
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