About YALD. The Podcast (hosted by Aldo B. Martin).
Nestled in the Washington Heights neighborhood in NYC, is a group of people that aim to empower their surrounding community. The organization is called YALD and providing young people with the skills and confidence that they need to achieve their dreams is the mission. YALD has been serving their community for over a decade. There is a lot more behind the scenes than just football games on Saturdays.
In the series finale, we speak with Jeimy. Jeimy's son was involved with YALD. Jeimy talks about what the program has meant for her son and for her. She talks about witnessing a young man grow in confidence and independence. She also talks about a mother who had to learn to allow her son to grow in confidence and independence. Her sons' personal growth though participation encapsulates YALD's essence and purpose. For more information, visit YALD.org Othe...
8 Dec 2022
Underneath It All...
YALD's founder, Carlos, rejoins us for this episode. He tells us about some of the obstacles that YALD has faced in the recent past. Carlos talks to us about aspirations to take YALD beyond the field, but then was met with roadblocks. Regardless of the setbacks, he and the program continue for forge their way to create an impact. It should be noted that Carlos became discouraged by the setbacks, but then was quickly reminded by those around him that the program is havi...
3 Dec 2022
Nobody Has to be Here
In this episode, we speak with Kelvin Valentin aka Chewy. Chewy wears many hats with the program. He is the head referee and so much more. He sits down with us and offers his thoughts on the podcast and on the people that have spoken thus far. He even turns the tables and asks the host a few questions. For more information, visit YALD.org Other Podcasts by Aldo B. Martin Finding James Baldwin: The Magpie Years The Reclamation The Fatherhood Project Jammin' on t...
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