Cherie Buckner-Webb

This week’s radical is Cherie Buckner-Webb, an Idaho state legislator and founder of Sojourner Coaching. As a 5th generation Idahoan and part of the 1% of people of color in Boise, Cherie dedicated her career to interrupt human rights violations and discriminations and advocate for all. Throughout our conversation, Cherie shares some insight into her life, including stories about her feminist mother, facing a cross burning in her front yard, and how she’s helped empower others through her work. Cherie is a risk taker, mother, and all-around powerful feminist. You won’t want to miss this conversation. Some Questions I Ask: What was it like growing up in Boise? (4:46)How did you get involved in the consulting work you do? (21:02)How did you decide to run for office? (26:04)Do you have any advice for women taking big risks? (31:55)In This Episode, You Wil Learn: Why Cherie decided to raise her family in Boise. (3:40)How Cherie’s mom encouraged her to disturb the peace for the greater good. (7:12)How the legacy of slavery still influences society today. (17:56)How a black man in Idaho infiltrated the Klu Klux Klan. (21:10)Why coaching is so important to Cherie. (31:24)Why being small minded in our global society is no longer an option. (39:57)Resources:Sojourner Coaching Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.