In this episode, we’re joined by a true pioneer in digital activism and political storytelling, Markos Moulitsas Zúniga—founder of the groundbreaking political blog Daily Kos, a platform that transformed how grassroots movements organize, communicate, and create impact in the digital age.

Markos’s journey is anything but ordinary. Born in Chicago and raised in El Salvador, his life was shaped by the realities of civil war, which ultimately brought his family back to the United States. From serving in the U.S. Army to earning multiple degrees, including a law degree, his path reflects resilience, adaptability, and a deep commitment to civic engagement.

It is time. Time to remember where we come from.Time to honor what has always sustained us.

Maíz is more than food—it is memory, identity, and resistance. It carries the stories of our ancestors, the wisdom of the land, and the strength of our communities. From kitchen tables to community gatherings, maíz reminds us that nourishment is not just physical—it’s cultural, spiritual, and deeply rooted in who we are. In this episode of Adelante Leadership, we explore the power of maíz—how something so simple holds generations of knowledge, resilience, and connection. We’ll talk about how it feeds not just our bodies, but our sense of belonging, and why reclaiming these traditions matters now more than ever. And we ground this conversation in lived experience. Dr. Randy Nuñez, son of Petra and Ambrosio Nuñez—who migrated from Sinaloa, Mexico through South Texas to Washington State as farmworkers in the 1960s—brings forward a story rooted in land, labor, and legacy.

Leaders in nonprofits and social movements often feel stuck—overwhelmed by complex systems, limited resources, and constant struggle. In this episode, hosts Tania Hino and Peter Bloch Garcia explore how leaders can move from struggle to flow, designing organizations and networks that make power work for them, not against them.

Drawing on the insights of strategist and author Cyndi Suarez, who has worked with the Movement for Black Lives and led Nonprofit Quarterly, we’ll dive into liberatory power, organizational design, and leadership strategies that create clarity, collaboration, and lasting impact.

Whether you’re leading a nonprofit, organizing for change, or curious about how power shapes social movements, this episode is packed with ideas tohelp you lead with intention.

Welcome to the premiere of Season 5. We’re opening this season with a powerful and timely conversation about what it truly means to align your life—and your sense of purpose—with your values, especially in a world facing deep social and environmental challenges.

In this episode, Finding Joy in Your Values, we are honored to welcome Quetza Ramirez, a teacher, youth leadership coach, and an Indigenous Two-Spirit person whose work lives at the intersection of education, Earth stewardship, and liberation. Quetza is a passionate educator and researcher in Rights of Nature and Critical Ethnic Studies, with deep expertise in decolonization practices, Indigenous liberation, and climate crisis response.

Welcome to the premiere of Season 5. We’re opening this season with a powerful and timely conversation about what it truly means to align your life—and your sense of purpose—with your values, especially in a world facing deep social and environmental challenges.

In this episode, Finding Joy in Your Values, we are honored to welcome Quetza Ramirez, a teacher, youth leadership coach, and an Indigenous Two-Spirit person whose work lives at the intersection of education, Earth stewardship, and liberation. Quetza is a passionate educator and researcher in Rights of Nature and Critical Ethnic Studies, with deep expertise in decolonization practices, Indigenous liberation, and climate crisis response.