Hello and welcome all listeners around the world to On the Edge with Eddie: Detangling our Black Identities. I am your host Eddie Etsey.
I am excited you are joining our journey to explore all the different shades of black identities, have real conversations and discussions.
Our conversations, stories and discussions are not meant to degrade, discourage or prove a point. Exploring our black identities is about learning, empowering and giving people a voice to tell their stories. Some of my guests may get real and raw, while others may not speak freely due to fear of retaliation. YES, FEAR OF Retaliation!!!
Regardless of their comfort level to tell their story, all I ask is for you to keep an open mind and respect their perspectives. #THIS IS NOT about you!!!
My wish is to use this podcast as a safe space for folks to speak out, share their stories, struggles and simply what’s on their mind. I hope you will subscribe to On the Edge on Eddie – Detangling our black identities on your Spotify, apple podcast, google podcast, breaker or any of your favorite podcast channels.
I am looking forward to this journey with you and hope we all learn about black identities and much more along the way. #Not all black people are the same!
Eddie, boasts over two decades of distinguished Service Management and leadership expertise. Renowned for his unwavering positivity and willingness to lend a hand, Eddie is recognized for his adept problem-solving skills, which have been instrumental in shaping processes, streamlining workflows, enhancing efficiencies, and spearheading pivotal initiatives both locally and globally. His commitment to fostering collaboration and mutual learning contributes significantly to creating inclusive and supportive communities.
As a co-founder of The Coalition - Black Men in Technology, Eddie is deeply committed to the welfare of his peers, staff, and students. His fervent dedication to education and advocacy for diversity and intercultural understanding has garnered numerous award nominations, including the prestigious David J. Skorton Staff Excellence Award for Public Service and the Iowa Board of Regents Staff Excellence Award.
Beyond academia, Eddie is a tireless advocate for marginalized voices and a champion for youth empowerment. His community involvement spans from mentoring individuals with disabilities as a job coach to serving on the Board of Directors for CommUnity (formerly Crisis Center). Internationally, he leads initiatives through his nonprofit organization, Eddies Teddies Inc., ranging from establishing libraries to providing essential school supplies for children in Ghana, West Africa, collaborating with other nonprofits to effect positive change. Through his advocacy and philanthropic endeavors, Eddie infuses enthusiasm and vibrancy into every endeavor he undertakes
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