BXN RADIO: S2 EP 02 - Lose to Win

At the top of the new year when so many have already abandoned their resolutions, it’s only right that we talk about falling short. Host Kayla Smith and new co-host Brandon Chacon talk with Tessa Smith, lead organizer of TEDxWakefield, about being intentional and self aware during the process of failing forward. And how bringing a TEDx event to the Bronx can create a space for community, collaboration and sharing some of the best ideas coming out of the borough. Listen below and/or on Apple Podcast + Spotify.

“I think it is a self reflective process. You gotta be really self aware when it comes to bouncing back from failure.” - Tessa Smith This episode with Tessa Smith, lead organizer of the first-ever TEDxWakefield zooms in on the flipside of failure. Weaving in some gems from Bronx Narratives' own Sabrina Hall who shares stories of lessons learned, BXN Radio hosts dig deep into an uncomfortable topic, that everybody and their mama deals with: how to recover from Ls. Our guest shares some practical steps to help make a come back from unrealized goals. We also talk about the purpose, pressures and process of curating TEDxWakefield from the team leader’s perspective. This episode’s Bronx Picks from Odane Whilby and Efrain Opus fall in line with the failing forward theme, providing motivating tunes for your listening pleasure. Note: At the time of this recording TEDxWakefield was about to start their search for volunteers. They now have their volunteer team ready to go for the March 7th event. Also, the venue is finalized. It’s Mercy College - Bronx Campus. Like what you heard? Consider leaving a short review on Spotify/iTunes, and sign up for Bronx Narrative’s newsletter for podcast notifications and other info. about what BXN is up to. Episode Links: IG - @TEDxWakefield IG - @tcoriesmith Website - tessacsmith.com Blavity - Why the Idea of Failing Forward is Key to Changing the Publics Perception of the Bronx Credits: Episode 1: Hosts: Kayla Smith and Brandon Chacon Producer: Kayla Smith Podcast Design: Hoay Smith Show notes + writing credits: Tessa Smith Music: Jingle - Syl, Pimptroduction feat Kaya Erick Arc Elliott, Gimme Dat - Yann Loti’s Dreamland - Cam O’bi Get Away (Dilla Tribute) [2016] - greybox. Bronx Picks: Fly (Cardinal Theory) - Odane Whilby Beastin - Efrain Opus Recording Space sponsored by Mind-Builders Creative Arts Center