I would like to introduce you all to an amazing podcast! Tracy Kadessa is the amazing host! She is having some much-needed thought-provoking dialogue that is opening up the doors to more in-depth conversations. Recently, I received the opportunity to interview her! Learn more! Check it out below!

What sparked your interest in starting a podcast, and what kind of impact do you want to make on your audience?

It occurred to me that some of the so-called inclusive spaces weren’t really inclusive. For example, you have to watch what you say in many “inclusive conferences.” In some of these places, you piss people off by talking about racism, sexism, barriers to accessing those spaces from a disability perspective, and a visa perspective. The attitude is “get on with it.” But these are realities, even if they make people uncomfortable. 

Having a podcast creates an opportunity for us to have these conversations and even reach a much wider audience as we do so. My hope is that the podcast will encourage people to look at things from a more equitable and inclusive angle and also be more empathetic towards those who don’t have the same privileges as they do.

What’s the name of your podcast, and what does it entail?

The podcast is called Equity, Equality and Inclusion Dialogues. Quite a mouthful, right?😂

As the name says, we do have conversations on different issues from an equitable, equality, and inclusion perspective. From issues such as suicide prevention to hair, you name it.

Podcasting is hard work! But it is rewarding work. Throughout your journey in podcasting thus far, what has been your biggest challenge?

Podcasting is tough!
I think the biggest challenge is finding sponsors/partners who align with your work.
Another challenge is finding the right service providers to work with especially as a beginner.

The beauty though is seeing how you improve in certain difficult areas, like editing.

What do you enjoy most about podcasting?

The people that I get to meet! Many of them are so passionate about making a difference in this world.

I’ve also gotten to meet other podcasters who are very supportive. In fact, the first person to appreciate my work through the “buy me a coffee” platform was a fellow podcaster, Natasha from The F.A.C.T.S podcast.

When you’re not working, how are you practicing self-care?

I used to relax by watching a horror movie or some detective series. But now the real world is a horror movie, and it’s too much, so I just walk instead, water my plants, sleep, or stare into nothingness and allow my mind to go blank. Sometimes I draw.

Where can we listen to your show?

 On Spotify, IHeartRadio, Blubbry

Before you go, drop a gem or some great advice for our readers out there. Feel free to say whatever compels you. I like to call this section UnpackingHer Thoughts. Let them know, Queen!

If there’s something that podcasting has taught me, it’s that you really have to allow yourself to be terrible at something for you to get out there and do it. So stop overplanning; learn as you go!

Connect with Tracy here:

Instagram: @dialogueseq

Thank you so much, Tracy!