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Nena Gilreath was joins me on this episode to explore her remarkable journey as a dancer, arts leader, and educator. Nena is the co-founder and co-artistic director of Ballethnic, based in Atlanta, GA. From performing with the Dance Theatre of Harlem and the Atlanta Ballet, to building a groundbreaking institution, she shares her insights on leadership, legacy, and expanding art access.  You can find Nena at: www.ballethnic.org [http://www.ballethnic.org/] https://www.facebook.com/BallethnicDanceCompany [https://www.facebook.com/BallethnicDanceCompany] https://twitter.com/ballethnic [https://twitter.com/ballethnic] http://pinterest.com/ballethnicdance/ [http://pinterest.com/ballethnicdance/] https://www.instagram.com/nenaleopardess https://www.instagram.com/accdancecenter https://www.instagram.com/bestworstthingpodcast/ @bestworstthingpodcast

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Strength and Kindness: Another solo episode. Sneaking one in before 2025 wraps up and this was on my mind. Enjoy! https://www.instagram.com/bestworstthingpodcast/ @bestworstthingpodcast

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Back to Basics - solo episode. Join me on a commitment to refocusing on some important areas of life as we move into 2025...hope you enjoy the listen!  If you'd like to give to my Mom's scholarship, you can use the link below or call 877-215-2727 and ask to give to the Esther J Rwakijuma Practicum Award.  https://giving.wustl.edu/EstherJR [https://giving.wustl.edu/EstherJR?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR3OmKu_XAVF5KIga8sTrD5vmySZZPIIWvs5i-LhfgkrSKajBnHpdzZZb0o_aem_LdxeLHwbDnU4LVlsJfI_-A] https://www.instagram.com/bestworstthingpodcast/ @bestworstthingpodcast

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Jason Sweet is an Atlanta based artist who pivoted a career as a college professor to the television and film industry.  With an established career as a set dresser, you may have seen some of his work in shows like Ozark, Genius Season 2, and he just wrapped up work for Peacemaker Season 2.  Jason shares about his path to this work, his artist motivation origins, and some really important revelations his gained along the way. You can find him at https://www.jasonsweetart.com https://www.instagram.com/bestworstthingpodcast/ @bestworstthingpodcast

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April Hernandez Castillo made a big splash in her portrayal as Eva Benitez in the hit move Freedom Writers alongside Hillary Swank. She's starred in television shows such as; Law & Order: SVU, The Following, Person of Interest, and Elementary and more. April garnered a recurring role on Showtime’s  Dexter which she was nominated for a SAG nomination for Best Ensemble cast.  She opens up about her stories of resilience and her pivot to entrepreneurship, being an author, and more. You'll love her powerful stories and wonderful personality!  You can learn more about April www.aprilhernandezspeaks.com, on Instagram @aprilhernandezcastillo and LinkedIn at April Hernandez Castillo. You can follower her company LionChaser Media Inc. @lionchaser_media on Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/bestworstthingpodcast/ @bestworstthingpodcast