Dive into Fresh Perspectives: Conversations with All-Star Innovators in Education, a podcast dedicated to connecting with the visionaries and organizations driving change in education through disruptive and innovative approaches. Join Learn Fresh’s Nick Monzi and Calvin Sibert as they explore a range of topics—from racial and gender equity to social-emotional learning and the evolving educational landscape. Discover more about our work at learnfresh.org.
In this season finale, Brisa Reza from Communities In Schools of Brazoria County and longtime Learn Fresh educator, joins the show to share how her own experiences as a student shaped the educator she is today. With more than 15 years of experience spanning the classroom, after school programs, and family engagement, Brisa offers a holistic perspective on what students need to thrive beyond the report card.
Growing up with limited access to resources fundamentally shaped Brisa's approach to education and the mindset she brings to her work today. That lived experience allows her to connect with many of the students and families she serves, fueling her passion for creating opportunities and providing the resources she once needed for the next generation.
In this episode, they discuss how out-of-school time programs help students build confidence, strengthen relationships, and stay engaged through hands-on learning. Brisa shares the challenges educators face—from limited resources and staff burnout to meeting students' needs—and explains why simply being present can have a lasting impact on young people's lives.
10 Aug 2026
S7:E6 Using Sports to Fuel Everyday Impact with Adam DeVon Miller
Adam DeVon Miller, founder and CEO of Good Game Foundation, joins the podcast to discuss how sports led him into the nonprofit world, the evolving role of professional athletes in creating social impact, and what's next for his organization.
As an avid sports fan and collegiate athlete, Adam experienced firsthand how sports can bring people together through teamwork, shared goals, and a sense of belonging. While competing in college, he began to see the power of sports beyond the scoreboard, including how athletes and fans consistently unite not only during major moments of crisis, but also around everyday causes.
This very idea inspired the creation of the Good Game Foundation, leveraging the unifying power of sports and the platforms athletes have into meaningful impact.
In this episode, Adam shares his journey into the nonprofit sector, discusses why athletes are uniquely positioned to build community and inspire action, and explains how sports can become a catalyst for lasting social change.
4 Aug 2026
S7: E5 Julia Broudy on Community Impact in Your Hometown
Julia Broudy, Manager of Community Relations at Los Angeles Football Club, joins the podcast to talk about a career built at the intersection of sports and social impact — and what it means to do that work in your own hometown.
Julia's love of sports started early. S, she was the only girl in an all-boys baseball league growing up. That passion followed her into college, where she found a path into the nonprofit world and began exploring how sports and social impact could intersect.
After her family was directly affected by the LA wildfires, she saw firsthand just how much community investment matters. So when the opportunity to join LAFC came up, she took it, and the role took on new meaning by working in her own hometown.
Julia breaks down what community engagement actually looks like inside a professional soccer club, and what makes community partnerships work. The three also dig into how a men's professional team can actively work to uplift women in and out of sports, and why representation in leadership still matters so much in this industry.
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