Esaac, Pwint, and Bennett, each with their unique perspectives, join Dr. Easley to discuss their experiences at Yale School of the Environment…

Dr. Easley has been on a six season-long journey with the Heartwood podcast, having now recorded over fifty episodes with a highly diverse group of guests. He joins Bennett to reflect on the podcast's roots, how it has grown over time, how he has grown with it, and what the future holds for the next fifty.

On this episode, Isaac interviews RaShad Eas, aka Dr. Easley as a hip-hop artist, about his latest project titled D.E.I. RaShad Eas talks about the themes behind each track on the album, and the roles of family, friends, and faith in his personal journey. Join us for a glimpse into the creative mind of our own Dr. Easley as he moves from the interviewer seat to the other side of the mic.

Mr. Tom Ficklin makes his return to the Heartwood podcast in this episode, where he discusses his education and upbringing, becoming a New Haven native, and the role of spirituality and morals in life. This episode takes you on a journey!

On this episode, Dr. Easley, Bennett and Isaac are joined by a returning guest from season one, Dr. Darin Latimore, Deputy Dean of Diversity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer at Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Latimore discusses the continued need for diversity and inclusion in today's climate, where the field needs to go in an environment that is becoming more hostile towards DEI, and the importance of mentorship and support structures for DEI practitioners.

Listen to Andie Creel, a Ph.D. student at Yale School of the Environment, and Dr. Easley discuss their roots in conservation and how they engage with the natural world. Andie Creel details her experience growing up in Big Sky Country and how that influenced her studies in Natural Resource Economics and co-founding the Backcountry Squatters club in 2015 with Kit Kocha. The episode will not only inform you about their journey but also provide practical advice on how to move with intention in both the professional and recreational spheres of your life.

Hoa'āina Dr. Katie Kamelamela, Dr. Easley, Isaac, and Bennett discuss ethnoecology related to their respective cultures. Dr. Kamelamela draws from her experiences in Hawaii. She leans to what she has learned from her community to describe her work with ethnoecology and the role of land autonomy in having an empowered community.

On this episode, Dr. Easley and Bennett Olupo speak with Reverend Robert Jemonde Taylor as he discusses the deep history of Environmental Justice and resilience surrounding Saint Ambrose Episcopal Church's predominantly Black community in Raleigh, North Carolina. He also explains how he draws from a broad range of influences to steward the congregation and land to bring vitality to the community. This episode is rich with hope, history, spirituality, and scientific thought that will brighten up your day and professional practice.