New episode and a whole new exceptional guest! He's a freshman at the University of Florida, and even before he touched down, he, alongside his brother, co-founded Eco Brothers Inc., dedicated to increasing literacy amongst students. He's heavily involved in youth empowerment, education, and equality. A man who's gonna take on the world, Chase Hartman. Today, our topics include his founding of Eco Brothers, his take on banned books, and what he's learned from other student leaders and achievers. Always an honor to have someone like Chase on the UPcoming.

It's been a long time but the UPcoming is back with the first episode of 2025. Joining me for the long-awaited episode 64 is Samantha Sanhaus from Philadelphia. Only a freshman in Lehigh University, and her achievements are already astounding. She's the founder of Feeding Philly, a non-profit dedicated to combating youth malnutrition, inspired by her own experience with an eating disorder. Her leadership extends beyond this, as she's proudly served PA Youth Vote and the Philadelphia Youth Network.

Today she talks about her success, difficulties, goals, and how she gradually became the inspirational person she is.

In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Daryn Rockett, a remarkable individual hailing from Long Beach, California. Daryn is a graduate of Stanford University, where she was honored with the prestigious Hoefer Prize for Excellence in Writing and the Harold K. Boyd Undergraduate Scholar Award. Currently, she is pursuing her J.D. and master's in social work at Washington University in St. Louis.

Daryn's journey is a testament to her ambition, hard work, and dedication. Throughout our conversation, she shares her experiences at Stanford, the little habits that build to her success, and just how she views society can change for the better. Essentially, you'll see how everything in her life has shaped her academic and professional pursuits.

As Daryn prepares for a career as an attorney, she discusses her motivations for entering the legal field and her commitment to making a positive impact through social work. Her dual focus on law and social work highlights her holistic approach to advocacy and justice.

Daryn is one of the many guests who more than deserves a spot on the UPcoming, and I'm honored to have had the chance to talk with her.

In this inspiring episode of The UPcoming, I sit down with Jordon Gully, a remarkable student leader from East St. Louis, Illinois. Jordon is not only a senior at Governor French Academy but also serves as the youth lieutenant governor of Illinois and a member of the student board of directors for the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis.

Jordon's leadership extends beyond his school, where he has made significant contributions as the president of the World Language Club, an editor for the school yearbook, and the chairman for the National Black Caucus within High School Democrats of America. His dedication to fostering positive change and empowering his peers is truly commendable.

Join me as I listen to Jordon's journey, exploring his passion for leadership, his experiences in various roles, and his vision for the future. This episode is for anyone interested in youth leadership and making a difference in their community.

In this inspiring episode of The UPcoming, I sit down with Taylor Ye, a remarkable 18-year-old student activist based in Orlando, FL. As a senior at Windemere Preparatory School, Taylor has already made significant strides in both her academic and activist pursuits. She’s a member of the National Honor Society and has taken on leadership roles as a student trainee with PEN America and a community organizer with Rhizome, a student-led civic service organization.

Join me as I delve into Taylor’s journey, exploring her passion for racial justice, environmental protection, and equality. We discuss the upcoming election and the critical issues that matter to Gen Z. Taylor shares how she combines her artistic talents with her activism, using performing arts as a powerful tool to advocate for change.

Whether you're interested in student activism, the performing arts, or the impact of Gen Z on the upcoming election, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. Tune in to hear how Taylor Ye is making a difference and what drives her to fight for a better future.

Hello world, the UPcoming is back!! It's been a long wait, but it's worth it, because Bronx native, Patricia Booth, is the newest guest on the show. An advocate, fighting for the little guy through the legal field, she's worked for major employers such as the NYPD and the National Homeowner Landlord Association. She's an achiever in everything she does and she's far from done.

Today is Mother's Day and while many celebrate the day with their mom's, many others sadly cannot. However, Dr. George Ackerman fights every day in honor of his mother, Sharon, who tragically passed away from Parkinson's Disease. With his website, "Together For Sharon", Dr. Ackerman spreads awareness of the disease and supports organizations and legislations trying to fight it. He'll do everything in his power to ensure that one day, families won't have to experience the same tragedy he did from this disease. For those who's loved ones have already passed, he's letting them know that they don't have to face this alone.

Along with this, he's a former police officer, attorney, and now a professor in criminal justice. This may seem unusual for the UPcoming to interview someone already at the top, but Dr. Ackerman's given excellent insight into what everyone aspiring to be in that field should know. So, for anyone wanting to go into criminal justice or have a loved one going through Parkinson's, this is the episode for you. You can find Dr. Ackerman's website at https://www.togetherforsharon.com/

Joining the UPcoming on episode 58 is Episode 40's Randy Rawlings, CEO of Aneu Technologies and host of Aneu Approach Podcast. All of this makes him the perfect guest host for this episode, titled Aneu Approach with the UPcoming.

The first guest to this collaboration is Maxwell Pearce. Straight out of Tuckahoe NY, he studied Economics at Purchase College, he was captain of the Men’s basketball team, winner of Purchase's first annual Shark Tank, a participant in ESPN’s college slam dunk contest, and is now a member of the Harlem Globetrotters. He’s been featured on CNN, MTV, SportsCenter, and so many other media outlets, and his performance on the court is nothing short of extraordinary. On top of this, he is an accomplished artist, having been exhibited with Art Basel in Miami, and MILE 44 in Los Angeles. And for the month of April, he is a businessman, Founder and CEO of Flynance, dedicated to helping young athletes thrive in the sports field.

Maxwell sits to talk about his life, his time as a Globetrotter and artist, how Flynance is going to impact young athletes, and all the ways he wants to maintain and enhance his brand. Follow him on all platforms and listen to Aneu Approach wherever you get your podcasts.