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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 assumption, and the tension between earning your way and the expectation of being given something. Through candid reflection and historical insight, they challenge listeners to engage in a deeper conversation about equity, opportunity, and the importance of equal access for all.

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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, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI).

What does DEI really mean? How has its language been co-opted or misunderstood? And more critically—how has it been used both to empower and to marginalize? This isn’t just a critique—it’s a call to awareness, reflection, and action. Whether you’re a policymaker, service member, activist, or concerned citizen, this episode challenges you to interrogate your assumptions and engage with DEI beyond the buzzwords.

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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 conversation: “Who the Hell Are You?”