YALD. The Podcast (hosted by Aldo B. Martin).
Nestled in the Washington Heights neighborhood in NYC, is a group of people that aim to empower their surrounding community. The organization is called YALD and providing young people with the skills and confidence that they need to achieve their dreams is the mission. YALD has been serving their community for over a decade. There is a lot more behind the scenes than just football games on Saturdays.
YALD. The Podcast (hosted by Aldo B. Martin).
Boys To Men
Today, we speak with Joel. Joel is a former player with the organization. He joined as a 15 year old high school student. He is now a college, division 1, student athlete. Joel relished the opportunity to sit down with us and recount his time with the program and his fondest memories. Joel describes himself as an athletic kid who liked sports when he was younger. However, upon joining YALD his athletic ability thrived within the structure that the program provided him. In conversing with and listening to Joel, the impact that the program has had on his life is palpable and evident.
For more information or to get involved, visit https://yald.org
Other Podcasts by Aldo B. Martin
Finding James Baldwin: The Magpie Years
The Reclamation
The Fatherhood Project
Jammin' on the One