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Access and Opportunity

Morgan Stanley
Cultural Competence
Systemic Inequities
Mental Health
Access To Education
Diversity In Mental Health Services
Women’s Sports Pay Gap
Youth Advocacy
Entrepreneurship
100 Percenters
United Masters
Nonprofit Organizations
Latino-Americans
Spacs
Financial Equity
Women In Business
Music Rights
Streaming Platforms
Latina Disruptors
Mixed Up Clothing
Fashion Launchpad

Inspiring change through informed and inclusive innovation. On Access & Opportunity, host Carla Harris, Senior Client Advisor at Morgan Stanley, explores the lived experiences of the people who face systemic inequities and sits down with founders, investors, developers, activists, and educators who are building a more equitable future today.

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We’re continuing to bring you the “Best of” Access & Opportunity by revisiting my 2021 conversation with NBA champion turned investor, Andre Iguodala. Andre isn’t just a four-time NBA champ and Finals MVP—he’s the master of the pivot, a key playbook ... more

Today, we’re continuing to bring you the “Best of” Access & Opportunity by revisiting one of our favorite conversations, with Nely Galán. Nely embodies the ethos of Access & Opportunity. She’s a savvy woman of color in business who’s written her own ... more

Today, we’re revisiting Carla's 2022 conversation with Kara Nortman, a venture capitalist who started a National Women's Soccer League team, to make a playbook for all women’s sports leagues to win by.

But first we'll hear from WNBA star Nneka Ogwu... more

On this 2021 episode, we’re talking about the importance of reaching back to help others on their business journey and how alternative sources of investment can help women of color take their companies to the next level. We hear from Maya Penn, found... more

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Andre Iguodala
NBA champion, venture partner at the Catalyst Fund, and co-founder of Mosaic
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Episode: Pivoting Your Playbook (Encore)
Nely Galan
A savvy woman of color and business, Emmy Award-winning producer, entrepreneur, media mogul, and mentor.
Episode: Becoming Self-Made (Encore)
Kara Nortman
A venture capitalist and co-founder of Angel City FC.
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Episode: Closing the Women's Sports Pay Gap (Encore)
Nneka Ogwumike
WNBA star, All-Star MVP, Champion, and president of the Women's National Basketball Players Association.
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Episode: Closing the Women's Sports Pay Gap (Encore)
Maya Penn
Founder of Maya's Ideas, a sustainable fashion brand
Maya's Ideas
Episode: Reaching Back to Help the Next Generation (Encore)
Phyllis Newhouse
Founder and CEO of ShoulderUp Ventures, first Black female CEO of a SPAC
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Isabelle Freidheim
Co-founder of Athena Technology Acquisition Corp., a female-led SPAC
Athena Technology Acquisition Corp.
Episode: Reaching Back to Help the Next Generation (Encore)
Sonia Smith Kang
Designer and founder of Mixed Up Clothing, a multicultural kids' clothing line.
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Episode: Empowering Latina Innovators in Fashion & Retail
Sandra Campos
Executive, board member, and entrepreneur with a long career in fashion.
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Episode: Empowering Latina Innovators in Fashion & Retail

Host

Carla Harris
Host of Access and Opportunity, Carla Harris is a senior client advisor at Morgan Stanley who combines her extensive experience in finance with a commitment to social equity and empowerment through entrepreneurship.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 241 ratings
  • Disappointing

    Rather shocking, this covert racism against white people. This is not Access and Opportunity, but how to suppress and hurt white people. Shocking.

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    fanoben
    United States2 years ago
  • The ‘who makes video games’ episode

    Was fantastic… it’s great to hear how tech is positively disrupting hegemony! Keep up the good work and keep showing the industries how “thinking outside the box” is not only creative but also inspiring!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    false psychology
    United States2 years ago
  • This is great!

    There are people out there that can share so much wisdom!

    This podcast is awesome, if you are looking for knowledge to grow your play book, this is it!

    Great stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Garca o cara
    United States3 years ago
  • I love this podcast

    Very informative and really makes me critically think. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ImTheBoss619
    United States3 years ago
  • LIGHTING THE WAY!

    I LOVE CARLA HARRIS! She is a superstar in her field and the epitome of lift as you climb. Her expertise and dedication to producing quality content & building relationships lights the way on ACCESS & OPPORTUNITY! This Podcast is informative, honest and thought provoking. I'm always surprised with the direction of each conversation and appreciate the originality of each episode!

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    PIZZOSPAGES
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Critiques mention feelings of narrow perspectives, suggesting room for broader dialogues on systemic issues.
Positive feedback highlights the high quality of guests and the depth of content offered.
Overall, there's a strong appreciation for the informative and inspiring nature of the podcast.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions that blend entrepreneurship with social equity.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Pivoting Your Playbook (Encore)
Q: What do you say to entrepreneurs that you don't invest in as to what they might do in order to make themselves attractive?
Be proactive, understand your competition, and demonstrate a strong passion for your idea while being aware of the data and market trends.
Pivoting Your Playbook (Encore)
Q: You've been an athlete all of your life, so when did you get this interest in investing and how did you think about that along the way?
My interest in investing grew from realizing the financial challenges athletes face, prompting me to learn about wealth management and seek expertise from knowledgeable individuals.
Pivoting Your Playbook (Encore)
Q: So tell our listeners about the Catalyst Fund.
The Catalyst Fund, part of Comcast Ventures, focuses on underfunded founders like African-American, Latinx, and women entrepreneurs, aiming to increase their access to capital.
Broadening Access to Mental Health Care for Ethnically Diverse Students
Q: What would be your dream of how colleges and companies address the mental health of their students and early stage employees in the next 10 years?
Evan expresses hope for increased awareness of mental health issues, the use of technology for service delivery, and wider implementation of effective frameworks such as the Equity and Mental Health Framework.
Broadening Access to Mental Health Care for Ethnically Diverse Students
Q: Can you start by telling us about how the Steve Fund and your role as co-founder and president came to be?
Evan Rose shares that the Steve Fund was founded following the suicide of his brother, which motivated him to create a platform for open discussion and support around mental health.

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This podcast focuses on critical themes of equity, entrepreneurship, and innovation, addressing systemic inequities through the stories of diverse individuals. It features influential guests such as entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, and advocates who share their lived experiences and insights on creating change within their respective fields. Notably, discussions surrounding financial empowerment, the necessity of diversity in investment, and mentorship emerge as recurring topics, providing listeners with actionable strategies and inspiring narratives to foster inclusive growth in business and community settings.

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Recent guests on Access and Opportunity include:

1. Andre Iguodala
2. Nely Galan
3. Kara Nortman
4. Nneka Ogwumike
5. Maya Penn
6. Phyllis Newhouse
7. Isabelle Freidheim
8. Sonia Smith Kang

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