All Stories Matter

Video podcast series

All Stories Matter – David F. Gakodi, Concept Artist and so much more Part II

In this continuation of David F. Gakodi’s story, the conversation goes deeper into the people and experiences that shaped who he is today. David reflects on his childhood—moving from place to place, observing the world around him, and discovering a…

All Stories Matter – David F. Gakodi, Concept Artist and so much more Part I

Still in his early 20s, David has lived an abundant life flavored with loving parents, grandparents, a rich African foundation, a fierce independence influenced by his father and grandmother and a heaping spoonful of self-actualization inspired by caring teachers and…

All Stories Matter: Three Mothers, Friends and Successful Women

Raising conscious, caring, engaged and future-focused children in todays world can be quite daunting but not impossible. Hear the stories of Amber Walker, Adiah Jones and Cierra Pitts and be inspired by their candor, humility, love and humor. Itll be…

All Stories Matter: Letting Curiosity Lead with Dr. Anezka Viskova-Robertson

Seeing her "stumbling blocks" not as failures but steppingstones, Anezka is living a life of her own creation. Now, the Global Learning Manager at Western Michigan University, she is also one of the leading researchers in AI. Her open and…

All Stories Matter – Jazreal, Kalamazoo’s spoken word powerhouse

Alex Cruz, aka Jazreal, is a wonderfully talented writer and performer. Self-taught, Alex studied the dictionary to create his rhymes. His story is moving and inspiring.

All Stories Matter – Remembering Rota-Kiwan Scout Reservation

The Rotary Club of Kalamazoo and the Kiwanis Club of Kalamazoo joined forces over 100 years ago to create and fund a Scouts campground right here in our town. Hear John, Sandy and Keith share their stories and learn how…

All Stories Matter – Inter-generational Life Journeys and Lessons

Regina Nelson and Michael Scott, II discuss their journeys, share anecdotes, nuggets of wisdom from their parents and grandparents all the while inspiring continued joy on the journey.