Conversations on Race with the YMCA: Recent Episodes
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Conversations of Race are a priority of the YMCA of the North. Listen each month as we have various guests to discuss topics on race with YMCA president and host Glen Gunderson.
The YMCA of the North interviews Big Ten Commissioner Kevin Warren and we learn how his upbringing shaped him into the person he is today. Warren played basketball in college, attended graduate business and law school, began his career in law, sports agency, and player career management.
Hardy shares her experience on how she got into leading the Inclusion & Diversity sector of Best Buy.
Allen shares her experience leading an all-women, majority people of color senior leadership team.
Listen as YMCA of the North's CEO Glen Gunderson interviews Ben Johnson, where they have a conversation on race. Ben Johnson is the head Men's basketball coach for the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers. Glen and Ben discuss how his life lessons shaped his road map for building a successful team.
The YMCA of the North interviews Minneapolis Heart Institute's Dr. Courtney Jordan Baechler
Glen Gunderson has a conversation with Minnesota Timberwolves' Alex Rodriguez, former pro baseball player and businessman. Learn about his views on race growing up and more!
The YMCA of the North interviews St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter where they discuss his life growing up in St. Paul and what drives him to be the leader inside his city.
Listen as our own CEO Glen Gunderson interviews former football coach Tony Dungy where they have a conversation on race. Tony shares his life growing up, life as Dad and his hope for the future.
Glen Gunderson and Nate Burleson have a discussion on views regarding race. Nate shares stories from his career and shift from the NFL, his views on race, and his life views with an inspiring message.