✦ Whispers From Our Ancestors
The people behind the microphones

Meet the Hosts

Two perspectives, one shared history, and an invitation to listen more deeply.

Founding lead host

Jerry

A longtime social worker and mentor whose years working with young people and families inform his curiosity about community, resilience, and the stories that guide us.

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Founding co-host & producer

Arlen Simmons

Arlen brings his experience across family, service, technology, and entrepreneurship to the project. He handles much of its production while also joining the conversations.

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