Uplifting With Liv

Today’s episode dives into the history of the Heritage Foundation — where it started, why it was created in the 1970s, and how it grew into one of the most influential conservative think tanks in U.S. politics.We’re breaking down the origins, the mission, and the long-term impact on policy and culture — because understanding history helps us better understand the present.Knowledge is power, and curiosity is the first step. ✨🎧 Listen now and stay uplifted.Hashtags:#UpliftingWithLiv #PodcastEpisode #PoliticalEducation #HeritageFoundation #HistoryMatters CivicKnowledge ThinkTanks LearnSomethingNew StayInformed PodcastLife EducationalPodcast

My life on the other side of 1L.

Needs no introduction.

I am tired yall… I am unhinged……I AM ANGRY.

Welcome to the fifth episode of the "Uplifting with Liv" podcast! This is an exciting milestone. For the Black History Month episode, in this episode, I will be having an interview with Shea Candle Co. Which is owned by Pashea Proby-Henderson, whose business is located in Cincinnati. Her motto for Shae Candle Co. is "Storytelling through fragrance & aesthetic 🕯️." Come learn more about Pashea, her business, and how she makes a significant impact in the Cincinnati community.Check her out on Instagram @sheacandlecoOr 1313 Main St, Cincinnati 45202

Welcome to the fourth episode of the "Uplifting with Liv" podcast! This is an exciting milestone. For the Black History Month episode, I will discuss different Black political ideologies in the black community and how they affect the political sphere.

Welcome to the third episode of the "Uplifting with Liv" podcast! This is an exciting milestone. For the Black History Month episode, in this episode, I will be having an interview with Stylish Stolez. Which is owned by Alexis, who was born and raised in Dallas, TX. Alexis went on to cheer and got her bachelor's degree in radio, television, and film at Texas Southern University. Her motto for Stylish Stolez is "Walk in Style." Come learn more about Alexis, her business, and how she makes a significant impact in her community.

Welcome to the second episode of "Uplifting with Liv" podcast! This is an exciting milestone. For the Black History Month episode, in this episode, I will be giving a much-needed overview of the history of slavery and the Trans-Atlantic slave trade and share personal stories of the horrors of slavery and how it has affected the black community in monumental way.

Welcome to the first episode of "Uplifting with Liv" podcast! This is an exciting milestone. For the Black History Month episode, in this episode, I will be giving a much-needed overview of the history of Black History Month and share personal stories or achievements of Black individuals who have had a profound impact on society and topics that pertain to the black community. I want to use this month to highlight Black voices, accomplishments, and challenges, focusing on uplifting and inspiring listeners.

Today is the seventh day of Kwanzaa. We celebrate the seventh principle of Kwanzaa which is, Imani. Imani means Faith. On this day, we believe with all our heart in our people, our parents, our teachers, our leaders and the righteousness and victory of our struggle.

Today is the sixth day of Kwanzaa. We celebrate the sixth principle of Kwanzaa which is, Kuumba. Kuumba means Creativity. On this day, we always as much as we can, in the way we can, in order to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it.

Today is the fifth day of Kwanzaa. We celebrate the fifth principle of Kwanzaa which is, Nia. Nia means Purpose On this day, we make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness.

Today is the fourth day of Kwanzaa. We celebrate the fourth principle of Kwanzaa which is, Ujamaa. Ujamaa means Cooperative Economics. On this day, we build and maintain our own stores, shops and other businesses and to profit from them together.

Today is the third day of Kwanzaa. We celebrate the third principle of Kwanzaa which is, Ujima. Ujima means Collective Work and Responsibility. On this day, we build and maintain our community together and make our brother's and sister's problems our problems and to solve them together.

Today is the second day of Kwanzaa. We celebrate the second principle of Kwanzaa which is, Kujichagulia. Kuichagulia means Self Determination. On this day, we teach resilience, define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves and speak for ourselves.

Oh, I think I am ready. I have been contemplating on doing this deep dive and analysis on the election, but it is worth it. Please listen with an open mind and heart before you write me off. Yes, I do go off as some points (as I should). However, I dd talk about some major themes that we are seeing in this major election. Please share with friends and family. Happy holidays!

Kwanzaa is celebrated from December 26 to January 1 every year. Each day of the celebration emphasizes one principle. Today is the first day of Kwanzaa. We celebrate the first principle of Kwanzaa which is, Umoja. Umoja means Unity. On this day, we honor and strive for unity in our families, communities, and race.

Hey Hey Hey beautiful and glorious people! This is Olivia from the Uplifting with Live podcast. I am back and better than ever. I am so excited to show my loyal listeners and new listeners a new side of me. In my podcast I talk about my personal life, black history/culture, music, my legal journey and the law and so much more. This podcast is run by a black woman with a purpose and a dream. Thank you for tuning in.

Hey Hey Hey beautiful and glorious people! This is Olivia from the Uplifting with Live podcast. I am back and better than ever. I am so excited to show my loyal listeners and new listeners a new side of me.  In my podcast I talk about my personal life, black history/culture, music, my legal journey and the law and so much more. This podcast is run by a black woman with a purpose and a dream. Thank you for tuning into this episode where I talk about my experience in law school.

Hey everyone! Tune into my newest episode where I talk about law school, the myths of being in law school and my experience so far. #blackpodcast #blackwomen #blacklawstudent

It is Juneteenth people!! In todays episode of Uplifting with Liv, I will get into the history of Juneteenth and how everyone can support Black American people on this glorious day!

Wow I am 24.

Hello All, Womens History Month was a huge success. I have had the pleasure of creating a large network of organizations in Cincinnati and beyond. So recently had the pleasure of interviewing the amazing organization, Abortion Fund of Ohio. I got the opportunity to talk with Lexi Dotson-Dufault (Executive Director) and Taren Holliman (Program Manager) Abortion Fund of Ohio is Ohio's only statewide abortion fund, and we provide financial, emotional, & practical support to patients seeking abortion in Ohio.

Happy Women's History Month! Welcome back to another episode of Uplifting With Liv. In today's episode I will be talking about some unknown black women in legal history!

Hello, I am back for Women's History Month. Let's talk about global feminist movements. #upliftingwithliv #oliviamerieriggs #womenshistorymonth

I am glad to be back and I am blessed to be able to connect with my city and the people around me. Thank you all for your patience and love! Peace.

In the first episode of season five I will talk about how I am becoming more intentional about everything in my life and give a recap of my summer. Instagram: @upliftingwithliv Personal: @oliviamriggs Website: https://www.upliftingwithliv.com/

Over it. Just listen to me free thought.

The Ohio Senate passed a massive higher education bill that would significantly alter college campuses. Wednesday’s 21-10 vote comes a week after changes and clarification were made to Senate Bill 83, which was introduced by state Sen. Jerry Cirino, R-Kirtland in March. SB 83 now moves to the House for committee consideration. Here is what I have to say!

Hello everyone! Welcome back to my podcast Uplifting with Liv, where I talk about history, women, politics, culture, my journey to law school, my life and all of my thoughts about being a black woman in America. For the Month of March which is Women’s History Month, I will be doing a historical account on Black and POC women that have contributed to US history and Cincinnati History as well! In this episode I had the pleasurer to interview Dr. Ashley Townes, who not only go her PhD in Health but recently won the Emerging Leader Award at the Onyx & Ruby Gala! @dr.ashleytownes @cincy4a @a_lambda_woman

I know I know I know! I was supposed to do episode for Black History Month. I have been super busy with so much. However, to end Black History Month I will be starting a new series where I do a historical overview of black women that have made a major contribution to the Cincinnati area and around the globe for Women's History Month. I was so honored to have interview and talked with Yvette McGee Brown who was the first black woman to be appointed on the Ohio Supreme Court. Pleas listen, like, and subscribe to my podcast and listen to some amazing interviews and research I have done on black, white, and women of all races and cultures that have made a major contributions to world we are living in.

The first Episode for Black History Month will be about the origins and history of Black History Month!

Hello! Allow me to reintroduce myself, my name is Olivia, but you can call me Liv or Livy. 

Hey everybody welcome back to another episode for Uplifting With Liv. In this episode, I will be talking about a heavy topic which is Human trafficking. This is a problem affecting men, women, and children around the world. In the episode, I will be talking about the organization I choose to do research on, and later in the episode, I will be getting interviewed by Michael J. Cleverly who is a journalism student at Cedarville University. https://polarisproject.org/

Hey Everyone! In this episode of Uplifting With Liv, I am interviewing Mr. and Mrs. Hawkins from Soul Palette, where we talk about being a balkc owned business, activism, creating safe spaces for the community, and how important entrepreneurship is in the black community. Go follow Soul Palette on Instagram @soulpaletteart. Follow Mrs. Nicki @mskuamka99 and Mr. Hawkins @illzotic. Stay tuned for more...

Hey Everyone! In this episode of Uplifting With Liv, I will be talking about colorism, featurism, and texturism, where I will explain the definition of each and talk about social media, beauty, pretty privilege, and the global exploitation of black beauty. Go follow me @upliftingwithliv and @darkesthue (who is an amazing Instagram account that explains colorism and pretty privledge) Stay tuned for more...

Hey Everyone! In this episode of Uplifting With Liv, I am interviewing Mia Morales from 7th Ave, where we talk about social media, activism, creating black spaces, and how each of these can overlap beautifully. Go download 7thAve on android and ios devices and follow them on Instagram @pullupon7th. Follow Mia Morales @miarales. Stay tuned for more...

Hey everyone, thank you for tuning in to another episode of Uplifting With Liv. In this episode, I talk about the black holiday, Black Love Day, and how black love is perceived in today's society.  Follow me on Instagram @upliftingwithliv. Stay tuned for more...

Hey everyone, thank you for tuning in to another episode of Uplifting With Liv. In this episode, I talk about social media and its role in activism today.  Follow me on Instagram @upliftingwithliv. Stay tuned for more...

Hey everyone! In this episode of Uplifting With Liv, I interview my good friend College Kidd TYE. In this episode we talk about his music, his business ventures, being a black creative, and being a black college student. You can follow College Kidd TYE on Instagram @collegekidd_tye and @hitzu_promotions. Stay tuned for more...

I'm raising the red flag. Mental Health in the black community is important and since the death Miss USA 2019 Cheslie Kryst's and Ian Alexander, Jr. It got to me thinking about how for years I hid my depression from friends and family and how I struggled for so long. Seek help if you need it, please. You are needed here and you are worthy of love and compassion. Here is a list of resources to get help, https://www.gcbhs.com/ (Greater Cincinnati Behavioral Health Service), Find a black therapist https://thevoiceofblackcincinnati.com/black-therapists-and-mental-health/, and the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Hours: Available 24 hours. Languages: English, Spanish. 800-273-8255

In this episode of Uplifting With Liv I interview an amazing student activist and educator Akua Wilson. Akua is now a senior at the University of Cincinnati where she has created organizations like Dissolving Division, which aims to educate and create a space for racial healing and she is now running Shades of the Rainbow, which is a safe space for BIPOC LGBTQ+ community. To learn more about Akua Wilson follow her on instagram @ak.ua or go to her website https://akuawilson5.wixsite.com/learningportfolio.

Where is our Me Too? Where is the protection of black women in America? It is something that is not talked about enough. In this episode, I take a deep dive into how black women experience the world. With missing black women, black women being sexually assaulted, or black women dealing with domestic violence. Black women are stuck in a unique limbo that leaves us voiceless and invisible. To learn more about how you can help a woman and women of color here is the National Domestic Violence Hotline; 800-799-7233. Also, visit https://ourblackgirls.com/ where you can learn more about how to stop the disregard of black women and girls. Follow Uplifting With Liv on Instagram @upliftingwithliv. Stay tuned for more...

Hello everyone! In this episode of Uplifting With Liv, I am interviewing Raven's Creations. In this episode, we talk about her love for cooking, what it is like owning her own business and how she is moving forward during the pandemic. you can follow Raven's Creations on Instagram @ravens_creations. Stay tuned for more...

Hello everyone! This episode is the second episode in my series for Black History Month. In this episode, I will be talking about Critical Race Theory and exampling why it is important and why it is getting demonized now. Throughout this month I will be talking about topics that are relevant to the black community. Follow me on Instagram @upliftingwithliv and @missoliviamriggs. Stay tuned for more...

Hello everyone! This episode is the first episode in my series for Black History Month where I will be giving the history of Black History month, the importance and what Black History Month means to me. Throughout this month I will be talking about topics that are relevant to the balck community. Follow me on Instagram @upliftingwithliv and @missoliviamriggs. Stay tuned for more...

What is stopping you? Getting comfortable with your position will leave you stagnant and unmotivated.

In this episode I talk about how to control fear and how I overcame fear in my life. My mantra for fear is "Fear has two meanings; Forget Everything and Run OR Face Everything and Rise", the choice is yours!

In my first episode I recap my first two years as a college student at the University of Cincinnati and talk about how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed my outlook on life.