South Bronx Native and doctoral candidate, Tyron Pope discusses attending a prestigious boarding school in the Midwest, leaving NYU to join the NYPD, and furthering his education after 21 years on the force.
South Bronx Native and doctoral candidate, Tyron Pope discusses attending a prestigious boarding school in the Midwest, leaving NYU to join the NYPD, and furthering his education after 21 years on the force.
Activist, Labor Leader, and Trade Unionist, Justice Favor discusses growing up in New York City Public Housing, building a lucrative career as union organizer, and helping to create pathways to union opportunities for others.
Attorney at Law, Denver Edwards discusses making the transition from his East Orange high school to college in Vermont, choosing a legal practice area with financial security in mind, and rebuilding his life and career after the recession.
Creator and Host of The Grapevine, Ashley Akunna discusses entering the job market during a recession, identifying the need for millennial perspectives on current issues, and investing her own resources to bring her web series to life.