Episode 1 - Parts 1 & 2
"There is freedom in being broken." Reagan Edwards
Episode 1 - Part 1: Reagan discusses her childhood & how most people at school, including teachers, were unaware of the trauma she'd been through at such a young age.
Episode 2 - Part 2: Reagan discusses high school, college and her first marriage.
Both videos have trigger warnings for suicide, disordered eating behaviors, domestic & sexual abuse and rape.
Episode 2 - Part 2: Reagan discusses high school, college and her first marriage.
Both videos have trigger warnings for suicide, disordered eating behaviors, domestic & sexual abuse and rape.
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Reagan Baird Edwards is a Certified Christian Life Coach (CCLC) though the American Association of Christian Counselors (AACC). She has a Master's Degree in Counseling from Liberty University along with a Bachelor of Arts in Communication Theory and Christian Ministry from Dallas Baptist University.
A native of Texas and a lover of Jesus Christ, Reagan is on a passionate pursuit for total health and wellness - mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and physically. She specializes in life coaching services for young millennial women, but is also qualified to offer marriage and relationship coaching, communication coaching, spiritual coaching, as well as financial coaching. www.3418ministries.com |
Episode 2 - Parts 1 & 2
"It's time to listen to black people's stories." Bethany Bass
Episode 1 - Part 1: Bethany discusses how she is using her voice as a Black, Queer, Christian Woman to change the world.
Episode 2 - Part 2: Bethany and Stewy discuss the BLM Movement and Sexual Abuse.
Part 2 has trigger warnings for sexual abuse and rape.
Episode 2 - Part 2: Bethany and Stewy discuss the BLM Movement and Sexual Abuse.
Part 2 has trigger warnings for sexual abuse and rape.
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Bethany Bass is a rising Junior at Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas, where she is studying to receive Bachelor of Arts degrees in Human Rights, Political Science, and Sociology. On campus, Bethany served as the 106th Student Senate Diversity and Inclusion Chair. During her time as Chairwoman, she worked closely with the Office of Social Change and Intercultural Engagement to run a successful Diversity and Inclusion week campaign that collected data on the student experience and promoted the Bias Incident Response Team which combats incidents of bias on campus. Additionally, Bethany serves as the Vice Administrative Director of the Human Rights Council where she works to inform students about the importance of human rights education through awareness events, and campaigns. This summer, she will be serving as a Congressional Intern at the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation. She was interviewed by Fox 4 reporter Shaun Rabb about race relations and police brutality. Bethany plans to enhance her policy, advocacy, and leadership skills to uplift the voices of her community.
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Episode 3
On respecting personal pronouns, "You have to change your mindset. You have to be culturally appropriate."
On having parents who do not support your coming out in high school, "Just make it to tomorrow." Dave Baychoo
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Dave Mikal Baychoo is currently attending Tulane University whilst pursuing a Master’s in Public Health. He previously attended Texas Tech University and received a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology. During his time at Texas Tech University, he served as an orientation leader for university, held the Vice President role in the Gender and Sexuality Association, and did an interview with PBS on gender perception and the drag community. Dave’s goal is to cater towards his LGBTQIA+ community by providing health care resources and clinical aid in under-served cities. THE WIZ REHEARSAL FOR NATIONALS
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Episode 4
"There has been an uptick and a surge of hate crimes. It did effect my life in ways I noticed later...every single time a Muslim woman is assaulted, my mother sends me the article."
Manar Haseeb
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Manar Haseeb is a Bangladeshi-American Muslim woman. She was born and raised in Dallas, Texas, and is currently finishing up a B.A. in Literary Studies at the University of Texas at Dallas. She is a writer, educator, and freelance editor. She is one of the contributors to the New York Times Bestseller "This Star Won't Go Out," the posthumous memoir of Esther Earl created by parents, Lori and Wayne Earl (with introduction by John Green). When at Garland High School, Manar competed at the TFA state speech and debate tournament in four events: Foreign Extemporaneous Speaking, Original Oratory, Dramatic Interpretation, and Public Forum Debate. Since graduating high school, she has led public speaking and leadership workshops for both students and teachers in the Garland and Dallas Independent School Districts. She is also in a lot of book clubs. Too many book clubs. You can follow her on Twitter at https://twitter.com/thelastgoodkiss
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Episode 5
"The problem is when everyone's so focused on the divide, that they fail to look at where we're united and push that message." Brian Wilcox
Brian Wilcox was born and raised in Dallas, Texas. He attended Garland High School, where by his senior year, he was president of the A Capella Choir and the Speech and Debate Team. He was an All-State Choir singer as well as competed at both the TFA state speech tournament and National Forensics League Tournament, where he was a two-year national semifinalist in Original Oratory. After high school, Brian left Texas to attend the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), receiving a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering. While at MIT, he sang in a popular campus singing group, the MIT Logarhythms, and was a brother of Nu Delta, a local fraternity chapter. After graduation, Brian moved to the west coast to continue his education at the University of California at San Diego, where he received a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Today, Brian works as a robotics software engineer in Los Angeles. One of his career aspirations is to bring his robotics expertise to the medical field, working to improve healthcare through advanced robotics technology. Outside of his career, Brian enjoys salsa dancing and still pursues his hobby of music by making song covers. You can hear Brian singing the theme song for Speak Out with Stewy.
Episode 6
"It's okay to be inspired by yourself and be inspired by your own journey and let that be fuel when there's nothing to fuel you." Edgar Segura
Edgar Segura
Born in Dallas, Tx but lived in Mexico until the age of 8 when his family decided to permanently stay in Dallas. While attending Garland high school, he competed in Dramatic interpretation, Humorous Interpretation, original oratory, and both duo and duet acting. Qualifying for state in multiple events with his partner, Chinazo. After high school, he attended the University of Texas at Dallas where he graduated with his BA in literary studies with a certification to teach ELAR from 7-12 grade. Taught English, theory of knowledge, and co-coached the speech and debate team at the very high school he graduated from for 5 years. Currently, he is living in Los Angeles pursuing his dream of becoming a working, professional actor and contributing to the diversity seen on screen. People that inspire and push him to work in a challenging and competitive industry are his mom and five sisters who even though are back in Dallas, cheer & support him every single step of the way.
Born in Dallas, Tx but lived in Mexico until the age of 8 when his family decided to permanently stay in Dallas. While attending Garland high school, he competed in Dramatic interpretation, Humorous Interpretation, original oratory, and both duo and duet acting. Qualifying for state in multiple events with his partner, Chinazo. After high school, he attended the University of Texas at Dallas where he graduated with his BA in literary studies with a certification to teach ELAR from 7-12 grade. Taught English, theory of knowledge, and co-coached the speech and debate team at the very high school he graduated from for 5 years. Currently, he is living in Los Angeles pursuing his dream of becoming a working, professional actor and contributing to the diversity seen on screen. People that inspire and push him to work in a challenging and competitive industry are his mom and five sisters who even though are back in Dallas, cheer & support him every single step of the way.
Episode 7
"You see a Black girl. In the outside world we're treated as a Black person, and then at home you have a completely different culture...I'm too Nigerian for America and I'm too American for Nigeria." Chinazo Onwukaike
Chinazo Onwukaike is a Nigerian-American actor, singer, and instructor currently pursuing Master's degrees in Applied Linguistics and Organization, Leadership, & Technology at Texas A&M University-Commerce. Chinazo also has bachelor's degrees in Radio, Tv, Film and Broadcast journalism from the University of North Texas. For several years, Chinazo lived in South Korea working as a teacher as well as acting and singing in local film and choral productions. After graduating, Chinazo plans to work as a vocal coach while pursuing her performance career in the city of lights.
