The Why & The How

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The "Y" Archives

Rylee Ebsen

This week I spoke with Award-winning director, writer, digital storyteller, and startup advisor, Rylee Ebsen. I would love for you to tell us who you are and how your passions have led you to where you are today. I'm Rylee Jean Ebsen and I am an LA born and raised filmmaker and startup advisor. I...

Kelly Stackhouse

This week I spoke with yoga Instructor and educator, Kelly Stackhouse. So I would love it if you could tell us who you are and where you are coming from. I am originally from Ontario, Canada. I grew up watching Fashion Television, a show that would highlight all the great fashion cities. I ...

Chloe and Maud Arnold

This week I spoke with Chloe and Maud Arnold, Founders of The Syncopated Ladies as they shared their journey and vision as Tap Dancers, Choreographers, educators, entrepreneurs and philanthropists. I would love for you to tell me who you are and one part of your identity that's really integral...

Meg Donnelly

Can you tell me more about the people who have really shaped how you view the world and empowered you as you made your way to who you are today? I think my parents have done such an incredible job and they've worked so hard and they've really shown me what hard work and perseverance is. My mom is...

Shahadi Wright Joseph

Hi Shahadi, I would love to know how you define yourself and what you are passionate about. Well, I'm 15 and I'm an actress. I live in New York city and I go to a performing arts high school, which is a lot of fun. I love to play chess and I love to ride my bike. I think that what I'm most passio...

Ari Afsar

This week, I spoke with Arianna Afsar, singer, songwriter, storyteller and activist as she shared her passions for creating impactful stories, her activism, and how she hopes to develop both in the future. I would love it if you could just start by introducing yourself for me. Tell me, who...