Sticky Note Conversations

Host Erika Washington revisits the very first episode of Sticky Note Conversations, featuring a dialogue with Alvin Hill on the initial days of the Trump presidency, current events, and the evolution of their perspectives over time. The episode delves into the challenges and changes of 2025, including the new administration, DEI program rollbacks, and the rise of 'Hillman Talk' on TikTok. Alvin also shares insights from his personal journey, addressing the complexities of integrity, community support, and the concept of snitching within different contexts. Join Erika and Alvin for a rich, thought-provoking conversation about navigating social and political landscapes while staying true to personal values.
  • (00:00) - Introduction and Holiday Greetings
  • (00:32) - Reflecting on the Past Year
  • (01:12) - Welcome to the New Season
  • (02:27) - Introducing Alvin Hill
  • (03:43) - Alvin Hill's Journey and Insights
  • (05:53) - Discussing Current Events and Politics
  • (20:16) - Celebrity Influence and Personal Values
  • (41:34) - Alvin Hill's Background and Life Story
  • (44:19) - Entrepreneurial Journey and Social Media Success
  • (45:06) - The Complexities of Snitching Culture
  • (52:21) - Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Programs
  • (55:05) - Supporting Black-Owned Businesses
  • (58:06) - The Importance of Unity and Integrity
  • (01:16:32) - Hillman Talk: A TikTok Educational Movement
  • (01:23:14) - Final Thoughts and Future Plans

Creators and Guests

Producer
Erika Washington
WB
Composer
Wil Black

What is Sticky Note Conversations?

To keep my thoughts in order and my to-do lists remotely manageable I create arrays of sticky notes on my desk and wall. New idea? Stick note! Someone I want to meet with? Sticky Note! Need to remember to pay a parking ticket? Write it on a sticky note. Over the course of the last year, I have wanted to create a podcast that allowed me to dive deep into conversations with interesting people.. I wanted to have real conversations that were more than sound bites or regurgitated talking points about fluffy topics. My hope is that each episode feels like old friends catching up. Revealing great information but also humanity, struggle, victory, joy, grief, and possibly, a flicker of transcendence.

I hope you will enjoy these as much as I do creating them.
Join me here every Saturday as I pull a new sticky note off my desk.