A Better Place
Are you tired of hearing about news full of sob stories, terrible events, and unrelatable views? So are we! This podcast encourages you to break away from everyday media drama, and get inspired to get involved with your community. Join Alexis Hernandez as she highlights and interviews people who are doing their part in making our world a better place. She combines her humorous attitude with her passion for people, community, and charity with every episode.
Episodes
February 4, 2022 • 54 mins
Content Warning: Domestic Violence.
Hey, friends! We missed you, but we are back and ready to inspire you more than ever. Today we are speaking with the fabulous political director, principal consultant, domestic violence survivor advocate & entrepreneur Marchel Marcos.
Join us as she sits down with Alexis Hernandez and shares her reasons why she dedicates her energy to others in so many ways. Marchel chats about the organizations t...
Hey, friends! We missed you, but we are back and ready to inspire you more than ever. Today we are speaking with the fabulous political director, principal consultant, domestic violence survivor advocate & entrepreneur Marchel Marcos.
Join us as she sits down with Alexis Hernandez and shares her reasons why she dedicates her energy to others in so many ways. Marchel chats about the organizations t...
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October 9, 2021 • 45 mins
Join Alexis Hernandez and community organization founder Dwindell Feeley as they chat about Love Your Black Community and all of it's amazing services, the Free Geek Organization; a foundation with a mission to close the digital divide, plus the PDX Free Fridge Initiative; a free food and supplies service in Portland, Oregon.
How you serve others around you immensely affects the world in a positive way. Learn how giving back to oth...
How you serve others around you immensely affects the world in a positive way. Learn how giving back to oth...
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March 19, 2021 • 44 mins
Get inspired to spread love to planet earth with Shea Butter and her eco-friendly, customizable clothing brand. Learn tips and tricks on minimizing the environmental impact we have as consumers.
Plus, hear about the small business of the week, Loveofall6loves. Who doesn’t love a good homemade vegan soap, am I right?
www.sheabutterbrand.com
Plus, hear about the small business of the week, Loveofall6loves. Who doesn’t love a good homemade vegan soap, am I right?
www.sheabutterbrand.com
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March 7, 2021 • 34 mins
There are so many ways to get involved with your community! Now, more than ever, it’s important to be educated on giving back before gifting your time, energy, and money to others. Join Lex Hernandez and Dboi LTD as they chat about tips and tricks for donating wisely, and spreading kindness.
www.give.org
https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/search-for-tax-exempt-organizations
www.sheabutterbrand.com
www.give.org
https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/search-for-tax-exempt-organizations
www.sheabutterbrand.com
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January 2, 2021 • 30 mins
Cheers to the end of a year that devastated everyone but the wealthy! This year has created a greater need for charity and community. There are countless people in position to help those in need, including you! Join Lex Hernandez and Dboi LTD as they highlight American author MacKenzie Scott among other ladies who lead by example. Get inspired to get involved!
www.bystanderrevolution.org
www.nostalgialeather.com
www.mackenzie-scott.me...
www.bystanderrevolution.org
www.nostalgialeather.com
www.mackenzie-scott.me...
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November 30, 2020 • 42 mins
The holidays are here! It's common knowledge that Black Friday is the official kickoff to holiday shopping spree season. But did you know the benefits of giving your purchases to local, independent shops in your neighborhood? Join Alexis Hernandez and Dboi LTD as they discuss small business hero Sarah Shaoul, athletes who are giving back to those in need, plus tips on how you can get involved.
www.sarahshaoul.com
www.bricks-need-mor...
www.sarahshaoul.com
www.bricks-need-mor...
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November 2, 2020 • 39 mins
Join this discussion about the End SARS movement and hear about the creative actions an indigenous community in Portland, Oregon did to raise awareness and encourage others to vote. Learn how you can get involved and put an end to the injustices committed both inside and outside of our borders.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMHLT-8uQN0
https://www.gofundme.com/f/4ppyfs-diasporans-against-sars?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KMHLT-8uQN0
https://www.gofundme.com/f/4ppyfs-diasporans-against-sars?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&...
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October 4, 2020 • 50 mins
Nonprofit organizations play a vital role in building healthy communities by providing research, services and enabling people to work together for the common good. Global Health Promise helps trafficked mothers and their children worldwide. Learn how you can help them reach their goal of promoting the health and human rights of mothers who are sex workers, and her children.
www.globalhealthpromise.org
www.globalhealthpromise.org
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September 2, 2020 • 43 mins
From TikTok to Twitter, today's technology driven world offers just as many benefits as risks. Join Alexis Hernandez and her siblings as they discuss the pros and cons of social media, helpful tips for safe practices, and ways you can benefit from social networking.
polarisproject.org
polarisproject.org
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July 24, 2020 • 48 mins
Alexis Hernandez & Dboi LTD are in the Livin' the Dream Studio shedding light on people who are changing the world for the better. Tune in as they discuss comedian Chelsea Handler, athletes and their organizations taking action to fight against racial injustice, Portland's current state of crisis, and how you can help! Plus, Alexis shares her most recent experience of giving back with Fuschia Keliikipi.
https://www.globalhealthprom...
https://www.globalhealthprom...
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June 11, 2020 • 43 mins
Our world is battling a virus there is no vaccine for; racism. Now more than ever, we need to hear about the positive impacts people are making in all communities. Join Alexis and Dboi LTD as they highlight boxer Floyd Mayweather, freedom fighter Patrisse Cullors, and civil rights activist Shaun King. Learn how you can join the fight against racism and build your community!
www.shaunking.org
www.patrissecullors.com
www.tfmjf.org
www.bl...
www.shaunking.org
www.patrissecullors.com
www.tfmjf.org
www.bl...
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May 19, 2020 • 38 mins
When is the last time you were involved in your community? Whether the answer was recently or years ago, now is the perfect time to start! Alexis Hernandez and Dboi LTD highlight the benefits of Boys & Girls Clubs of America as well as the challenges the organization is facing today. Plus, a Portland chef leads by example and serves the homeless. Learn how you can help serve your local clubs and build your community up!
www.bgca.org
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www.bgca.org
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April 3, 2020 • 36 mins
While you're at home practicing social distancing, join Alexis Hernandez and Dboi LTD as they highlight Rihanna's Clara Lionel Foundation and the gifts they've given to fight the novel virus. Alongside the singer is Jay-Z's Shawn Carter Foundation and Elon Musk, who are leading by example and donating breathing devices with millions of dollars to cities heavily effected by the Corona Virus.
Feeling inspired to help the world become...
Feeling inspired to help the world become...
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March 8, 2020 • 43 mins
It's commonly known that Kobe Bryant was a legendary athlete with a heart that beat for the love of basketball, his four daughters, and his wife. However, what you probably didn't know was the amount of charity work he involved himself in. Join Alexis and Dboi as they highlight what the all-star athlete accomplished for the sake of helping others.
Los Angeles WNBA team-member Nneka Ogwumike is also recognized for her commitment to ...
Los Angeles WNBA team-member Nneka Ogwumike is also recognized for her commitment to ...
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January 8, 2020 • 26 mins
Founder of 'Another Level Sex Trafficking Program' Rena Williams is in the studio to talk with Alexis Hernandez about her lived experience with sex trafficking, what lead her to build her very own non-profit organization, and the services she offers to survivors. She also talks about what you can do to help make our world a better place. Here is Rena's link for more information on her organization;
https://anotherlevelportland.com
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https://anotherlevelportland.com
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December 10, 2019 • 35 mins
Even during the holidays, the media is still full of drama! Take a break from it all and tune into an episode full of laughter and good news. Dboi LTD and Alexis discuss global charity event "The World's Big Sleepout", the act of kindness that singer/songwriter Sia recently did, and different ways you can help the homeless population! Here are some links for more information:
https://www.bigsleepout.com
https://streetroots.org
https://www.bigsleepout.com
https://streetroots.org
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September 20, 2019 • 26 mins
Most people know Dwyane Wade as a professional basketball player, just like most know Steve Madden as a shoe designer. But what they don't know is these two men are philanthropists, founders of charities, and doing their part in making our workld a better place! Learn about ways you can do your part to help improve your community.
https://www.stevemadden.com/pages/steve-gives-back
https://www.stevemadden.com/pages/steve-gives-back
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August 22, 2019 • 38 mins
Actor and former NFL linebacker Terry Crews joins the fight against sexual assault by sharing his story with the world. He is setting an example for others by advocating for new laws that benefit assault survivors while shedding light on the dark side of Hollywood. Learn how you can help give power and control back to survivors!
https://www.rainn.org/
https://www.nsvrc.org/survivors
https://www.rainn.org/
https://www.nsvrc.org/survivors
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May 3, 2019 • 33 mins
Join Alexis and Dboi LTD as they dive into the unimaginable challenges of Lenny Kravitz and the GloGood Foundation while they ran a free dental clinic in the Bahamas for those who don't have access to basic oral hygiene. Remember Akon? Well, he's moved past music and is now saving Senegal, Africa with his cryptocurrency!
https://www.glogoodfoundation.org/
https://www.smiletwice.com/
https://www.akoin.io/
https://www.glogoodfoundation.org/
https://www.smiletwice.com/
https://www.akoin.io/
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February 28, 2019 • 31 mins
When is the last time you gave back to your hometown? Join Alexis Hernandez and Dboi LTD as they talk about Los Angeles, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Lebron James' charity work with STEM and at-risk youth.
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