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It's Where I Am with Zandra Polard

Its Where I Am focuses on the various mental health struggles that people all around the world face every day. Each episode covers a different facet of mental health with a new special guest. It's Where I Am airs on 91.5 Jazz & More every second Saturday of the month.

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Update frequency
every 7 days
Average duration
27 minutes
Episodes
140
Years Active
2021 - 2025
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Exploring Gentle Parenting and SEL in Classrooms: Building Resilience, Regulation, and Cultural Awareness

Exploring Gentle Parenting and SEL in Classrooms: Building Resilience, Regulation, and Cultural Awareness

Zandra Polard and Arianna discuss the challenges of implementing gentle parenting in educational settings. They highlight the benefits of gentle parenting, such as improved parent-child relationships…

00:23:27  |   Sat 06 Sep 2025
Mykee Wattz Navigates Identity, Authenticity, and Healing Through Music and Personal Growth

Mykee Wattz Navigates Identity, Authenticity, and Healing Through Music and Personal Growth

Dr. David Gennis, guest hosting for Zondra Pollard, discusses identity formation with musician Mykee Wattz. Mykee shares his journey from classical music to hip hop, highlighting the challenges of hi…

00:29:41  |   Sat 23 Aug 2025
Dr. David Gennis and Carlos Padilla Redefine Self-Care, Promote Boundaries, and Boost Wellness Through Mind-Body Practices

Dr. David Gennis and Carlos Padilla Redefine Self-Care, Promote Boundaries, and Boost Wellness Through Mind-Body Practices

Dr. David Gennis, guest hosting "It's Where I Am" on 91.5 FM, discusses self-care with Carlos Padilla, activities director at Great Mind Counseling and Wellness Center. They emphasize that self-care …

00:29:42  |   Sat 09 Aug 2025
Edward Cervantes Champions Restorative Justice and Survivor Advocacy

Edward Cervantes Champions Restorative Justice and Survivor Advocacy

Dr. David Gennis hosts a special episode of "It's Where I Am" featuring Edward Cervantes, a sex trafficking survivor turned certified mediator and restorative justice practitioner. Edward shares his …

00:27:15  |   Sat 02 Aug 2025
Promoting Wellness: Navigating Vaccine Attitudes and Self-Care Among Older Adults

Promoting Wellness: Navigating Vaccine Attitudes and Self-Care Among Older Adults

Zandra Polard hosts a discussion on mental health and wellness, focusing on COVID-19 vaccination attitudes among older adults. Eric, a pediatric physician, and Chiquita, a gerontologist, discuss the …

00:25:15  |   Sat 12 Jul 2025
Protect Young Lungs, Empower Older Minds: Addressing Asthma, Ageism, and Preventive Care

Protect Young Lungs, Empower Older Minds: Addressing Asthma, Ageism, and Preventive Care

The discussion focused on asthma in pediatric populations, particularly among African Americans, highlighting its inflammatory nature and genetic predisposition. Key preventive measures include aware…

00:23:34  |   Sat 05 Jul 2025
Post-No Kings Protest: Civil Unrest, News Anxiety, Hispanic/Latino Safety, Community Care, and Mental Health

Post-No Kings Protest: Civil Unrest, News Anxiety, Hispanic/Latino Safety, Community Care, and Mental Health

The discussion on "It's Where I Am" focused on mental health, civil unrest, and the impact of news consumption on anxiety and depression. Host Zandra Polard and guests Wes Knight and Jinx Diaz discus…

00:28:14  |   Sat 21 Jun 2025

"It's Where I Am" Confronts Civil Unrest, Explores Mental Health Impact, and Calls for Activism and Community Healing

The discussion on "It's Where I Am" focused on the mental health impact of civil unrest, particularly the No Kings Day protests. Zandra Polard, Wes Knight, and Daniel Isaiah Elias, aka AM, discussed …

00:29:02  |   Sat 14 Jun 2025
Zandra Polard Explores Autism, Mental Health, and the Power of Early Intervention

Zandra Polard Explores Autism, Mental Health, and the Power of Early Intervention

Zandra Polard and an anonymous guest discuss autism, its spectrum, and misconceptions. The guest emphasizes the lack of definitive causes for autism, mentioning theories like paternal age and in-uter…

00:28:50  |   Sat 07 Jun 2025
Altadena Burns, Community Unites: Exposing Negligence and Demanding Justice

Altadena Burns, Community Unites: Exposing Negligence and Demanding Justice

The discussion focused on the Altadena fires, highlighting the community's multi-racial harmony and the devastating impact of the fires. The fires, which affected 161 historically reviewed homes, wer…

00:29:18  |   Sun 01 Jun 2025
Zandra Polard Explores Stormwater Pollution and Water Quality with Amber Smith

Zandra Polard Explores Stormwater Pollution and Water Quality with Amber Smith

Zandra Polard discusses water pollution with environmental scientist Amber Smith, focusing on stormwater pollution. Amber explains that acid rain, caused by air pollution, can be harmful to forests a…

00:28:36  |   Sat 17 May 2025
Prioritize Self-Care, Break Patterns, and Redefine Success with Natasha McCrea

Prioritize Self-Care, Break Patterns, and Redefine Success with Natasha McCrea

Natasha McCrea, an author, director, and empowerment strategist, discusses the importance of self-care and breaking free from the "hamster wheel" of life. She emphasizes creating personalized self-ca…

00:29:39  |   Sat 10 May 2025
Zandra Polard Hosts a Candid Talk on Independence, Friendship, and Future Dreams

Zandra Polard Hosts a Candid Talk on Independence, Friendship, and Future Dreams

Zandra Polard hosts a radio show featuring her son, Roman Anderson, and his friends, Teyshaun and Kayvon. Roman, moving to Georgia, discusses his nervousness about leaving home for an extended period…

00:20:53  |   Sat 03 May 2025
Lauren Tallman Explores Erotica, Empowerment, and Historical Sensuality in “Harem of the Dragon”

Lauren Tallman Explores Erotica, Empowerment, and Historical Sensuality in “Harem of the Dragon”

Zandra Polard interviews Lauren Tallman, a writer known for her erotica, including her latest book, "Harem of the Dragon." Tallman discusses her journey from writing short stories to founding the Ero…

00:26:02  |   Sat 26 Apr 2025
Break the Stigma: Brionna Hines Explains Bipolar Disorder and the Power of Peer Support

Break the Stigma: Brionna Hines Explains Bipolar Disorder and the Power of Peer Support

Zandra Polard hosts a discussion with Brionna Hines, president of the Southern Nevada chapter of the Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA). Hines explains bipolar disorder, its types (I and …

00:28:12  |   Sat 12 Apr 2025
AM Uncovers Family Roots, Champions Mental Health, and Inspires Through Music and Purpose

AM Uncovers Family Roots, Champions Mental Health, and Inspires Through Music and Purpose

Daniel Isaiah Elias, also known as AM, discussed his journey of discovering his father's adoption and his own family roots, which led to a name change in 2022. He emphasized the importance of mental …

00:28:36  |   Sat 05 Apr 2025
Menopause and Sexual Health: Navigating Changes with Madison Gulli

Menopause and Sexual Health: Navigating Changes with Madison Gulli

Zandra Polard and Madison Gulli discuss the impact of menopause on sexual health. Gulli explains that perimenopause, which can last 5-10 years, often starts in the 40s and includes symptoms like hot …

00:25:03  |   Sat 22 Mar 2025
Expanding Mental Health Care: Dr. G on Treating Severe Illnesses and Community Support

Expanding Mental Health Care: Dr. G on Treating Severe Illnesses and Community Support

Dr. G, a mental health professional, discusses his work with patients suffering from severe mental illnesses, such as bipolar disorder and borderline personality disorder, at Great Mind Counseling an…

00:25:20  |   Sat 15 Mar 2025
Enduring Harassment and Seeking Justice: Mark and Kelly’s Fight Against Violence, False Accusations, and Systemic Neglect

Enduring Harassment and Seeking Justice: Mark and Kelly’s Fight Against Violence, False Accusations, and Systemic Neglect

Mark Thomas and his fiancée Kelly have been victims of harassment and assault by their neighbor since 2019. Despite filing multiple police reports and complaints, the city prosecutor and police ignor…

00:27:01  |   Sat 08 Mar 2025
Midlife Maneuvers: Angie Amico on Reinvention, Mindset, and New Beginnings

Midlife Maneuvers: Angie Amico on Reinvention, Mindset, and New Beginnings

Zandra Polard and Angie Amico discuss the concept of midlife crisis, which Amico rebrands as the "edge of reinvention." Amico, a 45-year-old executive mind coach, emphasizes that midlife is a time fo…

00:25:03  |   Sat 01 Mar 2025
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