In this excellent episode, Nancy and Jose are joined in the studio by Cheryl Morrow, a San Diego Community Activist, CEO of California Curls, and the Founder of the San Diego Monitor News Network. She talks about her varied pursuits and her opinions on social concerns. In fact, Cheryl's podcasts are all dedicated to dispelling falsehoods. She draws attention to the book "Imperial Leather," which examines the psychological and historical dimensions of oppression, with a focus on gender dynamics. Cheryl finds the book's explanations of how cultural standards have evolved to oppress women to be incredibly fascinating and instructive.

The significant linkages that exist between conversations about Afro hair and more general concerns of freedom and cultural expression are highlighted by Cheryl's talk. She describes how the Afro hairstyle evolved into a representation of greater social acceptance and individual independence once it was incorporated into military standards. Cheryl demonstrates how seemingly specialized cultural issues may have a global resonance and have unanticipated effects on a variety of populations.

When talking about her own path, Cheryl considers carrying on her parents' legacy and her changing position as a stakeholder in the community. In contrast to traditional activism, she characterizes her approach as solution-focused and emphasizes the role of the private sector in resolving public challenges. Cheryl thinks the private sector can frequently solve societal issues more quickly and effectively by eschewing the traps of self-interest and bureaucracy.

An excellent episode on filling gaps in the community with Cheryl Morrow. Here are some other takeaways from the interview:

• The three podcasts that Cheryl Morrow hosts - all about Afro hair - focus on dispelling and breaking down societal myths.
• Cheryl talks about the important book "Imperial Leather," which examines the psychological and historical aspects of oppression, especially as they relate to gender dynamics.
• Cheryl highlights the wider ramifications of conversations over Afro hair, emphasizing how acceptance of the Afro hairstyle represents more general themes of ethnic expression and independence.
• In order to address societal challenges more quickly and effectively, Cheryl advocates for the commercial sector to become involved. Her approach to activism is centered on collaboration and finding solutions.
• The answers to the rapid-fire questions.

An excellent interview from a passionate gap minder. Thank you, Cheryl, for your contributions in San Diego, and for joining us on The Gap Minders.

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