The Urban Rez
Join The Urban Rez for an exciting journey that dives into the intersections of culture, sports, and lifestyle with a fresh, global, inclusive perspective. Each 30-minute episode brings a unique blend of conversations, stories, and interviews that explore the passions and experiences that define our lives.
- Update frequency
- every 24 days
- Average duration
- 29 minutes
- Episodes
- 11
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
Teej Mercer Furnishes Futures, Empowers HBCU Students, and Expands Move In Day Mafia’s Mission Nationwide
Teej Mercer, founder of Move In Day Mafia, discusses her nonprofit's mission to support foster youth and under-resourced HBCU students with fully furnished dorm rooms and year-long support. Since 202…
Urban Rez Celebrates Navajo Leadership, Recaps Spain Trip, and Showcases Native Entrepreneurship with Roddell Denetso
The Urban Rez show discussed the recent achievements of Dr. B's mother, Christina, who was elected to a Navajo Nation tribal position, focusing on housing, infrastructure, and water access. The hosts…
Championing Change: Jenna DiPaolo Advances Ocean Conservation Through Sports; Shani Coleman Fuels Small Business and Innovation in Clark County
Jenna DiPaolo, Chief Brand and Communications Officer of Ocean Conservancy, discussed the "Protect Where We Play" initiative, which unites the sports and entertainment industry to promote ocean conse…
Telling Real Stories: Elevating Sports, Mental Health, and Community Through Authentic Voices
The Urban Rez program featured Christine Madella, co-owner of Storyville Road, discussing the power of storytelling in sports, particularly in creating fan engagement and team unity. Madella highligh…
The Silent Season: What Athletes Face When No one's Watching
When the final whistle blows and the crowd goes silent, what’s left? For too many athletes, it's anxiety, identity loss, and a mental health crisis no one prepared them for. In this powerful episode …
Hope in Crisis: Dr. Christina Vela on Human Trafficking, The Healing Center, and Community Action in Southern Nevada
Nevada ranks second in the nation for human trafficking incidents per capita — and Las Vegas sits at the heart of that crisis. In this powerful episode, Dr. Christina Vela, CEO of St. Jude’s Ranch fo…
Empower Through Sport: Sam McCracken Champions Native Wellness with Nike’s N7 Program
Sam McCracken, General Manager of Nike's N7 program, discussed his journey from a forklift driver to leading initiatives for Native American health and wellness through sports. He highlighted the N7 …
Sports Innovation & Barrack Feminism
This episode of The Urban Rez features Jay Vickers, COO of UNLV's Sports Innovation Institute, as he shares how the institute connects sports, education, and economic development to drive innovation.…
The Powerhouse Collective: Women Redefining Sports
In this powerful and thought-provoking episode, we spotlight extraordinary women who are transforming the sports industry in impactful ways. Hear from Dr. B, the first Native American owner of a prof…
Divine Dialogue
In this thought-provoking episode, our guests open up about the intimate experiences that have shaped their beliefs, providing profound insights into their unique spiritual journeys. Joining the conv…
The Opening
Meet your hosts and dive into the heart of The Urban Rez Radio Show & Podcast! In the first episode, learn about the voices behind the mic, their backgrounds, and what drives their passion for this s…