The African Triangle Initiative, Awareness and Enlightenment
The African Triangle Initiative is a project to share ideas of empowerment with others who were impacted by the results of the Transatlantic Slave Trade. The goal is to share knowledge, wisdom, and creativity.
Episodes
This episode of the African Triangle Initiative Podcast features an inspiring conversation with 13-year-old Warren Pickney Jr., a seventh grader thriving in an accelerated STEM program in Houston. He shares his love for math, his journey into advanced coursework, and his dream of becoming a computer scientist, all while giving a glimpse into the hobbies and experiences that make him who he is. The episode is both en...
In this episode of the African Triangle Initiative Podcast, co-hosts Dr. Craig Reed and Carl Pinkney explore the personal and meaningful topic of blended families. Dr. Reed reflects on his journey of becoming a “bonus dad” and the lessons he has learned while stepping into a fatherly role in a blended household.
Drawing from his own life experiences, Dr. Reed shares insights on navigating this role with intention, re...
As Black History Month comes to a close, ATI Podcast Hosts Craig Reed and Carl Pickney engage in a reflective and thought-provoking conversation on the enduring impact of Black Americans across culture, education, policy, and innovation.
Anchored in the origins and purpose of Black History Month, the discussion honors the contributions of historical Black Americans whose influence continues to shape society. Through ...
Recorded in Lebeau, Louisiana, ATI Podcast Host Carl Pickney, joined by Guest Co-Host Ernest Chambers, leads a powerful and nostalgic conversation with Mayor Joseph Irving, Jr. of Palmetto, Louisiana, and James Romar.
Mayor Joseph Irving, Jr., a proud member of the Palmetto High School Class of 1983 and Carl’s classmate, shares reflections on leadership, legacy, and the responsibility of serving as Palmetto’s first B...
In November, ATI Founder & CEO, Dr. Craig Reed, presented at the Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Conference, hosted by the National Association of College Deans, Registrars, and Admissions Officers (NACDRAO) in Greensboro, North Carolina. In addition to his presentation, Dr. Reed recorded a special podcast episode live from NACDRAO’s College Fair for high school students.
Founded on the campus...
Join us for another powerful session of Women to Women. ATI Podcast Co-Host Chance Thweatt sits down with author and advocate Ms. Shalisa C. Shaw for a candid and inspiring conversation centered on voice, lived experience, and artistic truth. Together, they explore what it truly means to walk confidently in your power as a woman—honoring where you come from while allowing those roots to guide your journey forward.
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In this episode, we pause to reflect on the true meaning of equality—not as a slogan, but as a lived belief that shapes how we see ourselves and how we treat others. As we enter the holiday season, this conversation invites us to slow down and reflect. The holidays are not just a time for celebration, but an opportunity to show up differently—to extend grace, practice inclusion, and choose understanding over divisio...
Join us as we sit down with Mr. Andre Walker, Program Director at ATI and a Master Mason. We dive into what the organization is all about, how it supports the community, and why groups like this may matter now more than ever.
Join Podcast Co-Host Chance Thweatt for the first Women-to-Women episode of Season 3—a powerful conversation centered on resilience, identity, and sisterhood with Kendall Phills. Through heartfelt and thought-provoking dialogue, Chance explores how the experiences shaping our communities also shape who we become as women.
Together, we’ll reflect on the strength it takes to persevere, the courage it takes to protect o...
Join Founder and CEO Dr. Craig Reed as he sits down with Dr. Vincent Franklin, college professor and retired Master Gunnery Sergeant of the United States Marine Corps. Together, they take listeners on a thought-provoking journey through culture, identity, and the evolving meaning of what it is to be American.
Drawing from their shared military experience, Dr. Reed and Dr. Franklin explore themes of equality versus as...
In this powerful and thought-provoking episode of the African Triangle Initiative, we unpack the charged intersection of military policy, national leadership, and social equity. Sparked by the recent convening of the Department of Defense in Washington, D.C.—held in tandem with the Congressional Black Caucus' own summit—this episode dives into the complex, often contentious conversation surrounding Diversity, E...
Step into the journey through the formative years of Dr. Craig Reed, CEO and Co-Founder of ATI. In this raw and introspective episode, “The Doc” reflects on his upbringing, the challenges and triumphs that shaped his worldview, and the powerful ways life experiences mold who we ultimately become. With honesty and depth, Dr. Reed invites us to examine our own stories and confront the defining question at the heart of...
This episode explores the powerful impact news has on individuals and communities—shaping opinions, influencing emotions, and even guiding daily choices. We examine how some people actively consume and internalize news, while others avoid it altogether, and the reasons behind both behaviors. The conversation highlights the challenges of navigating slanted or biased reporting, raising critical questions about trust, ...
Welcome to Season 3 of the African Triangle Initiative podcast—where stories, history, and vision intersect across 13 countries and territories, including Germany, Romania, Japan, and the United States.
In this powerful opening episode, we turn our hearts and minds toward a theme that has carried generations: hope.
What does hope mean for the African American community—a people just 159 years removed from slavery? How...
Step into the heart of Palmetto, Louisiana—once home to one of the largest concentrations of Black landowners in the South, a place where the soil holds the memory of generations who built, cultivated, and preserved a powerful legacy. This sacred ground is more than just land—it is a living testament to resilience, faith, and the enduring spirit of community.
Join Carl Pickney, Co-Host of the ATI Podcast, as he broad...
Celebrate the rich history of the Pickney family as we mark the 50th Anniversary of the Pickney Family Reunion in the Palmetto/Rideau Community—live from Lebeau, Louisiana. Co-Host Carl Pickney along with his 1st Cousin Johnny Pickney and over 150 attendees lead us on a heartfelt journey through generations of love, resilience, and togetherness, including live via zoom, 97 years young, Mrs. Eula Mae Carmon, Lake Cha...
Broadcasting from historic St. Landry Parish, ATI Podcast Co-Host Carl Pickney leads a special episode in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Pickney Family Reunion. But this episode is more than a celebration—it’s a tribute to legacy.
Carl sits down with the family’s matriarch and eldest member, Dr. Barbara Pickney, a lifelong civil rights advocate and trailblazing leader in early childhood education. With ov...
In a time when turmoil feels constant, The Doc brings clarity and hope. In this powerful episode, he calls on us to return to our roots—by understanding our history, reflecting on our values, and deepening our human connections. With wisdom and urgency, he challenges us to “choose your hard,” reminding us that growth, justice, and community require courage. Tune in for a heartfelt message that inspires action, self-...
Join the ATI Podcast Co-Hosts in a heartfelt Mother’s Day special as they celebrate the incredible women who raised us. Through personal stories, meaningful life lessons, and reflections on the lasting legacy of motherhood, this episode honors moms everywhere for the love, strength, and wisdom they share with the world.
Join ATI podcast CEO/Founder Dr. Craig Reed, and Co-Hosts Chance Thwett, and Carl Pickney, as they reflect on how external catalysts affect how we navigate life.
Answering the critical questions: How do we prioritize our own mental and physical health? How do we/should we define wealth, outside of financial success? How do we turn a negative experience into a positive, using it as fuel to reflect, heal, excel, and t...
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