Mike Rhoades, Head Coach
Virginia Commonwealth University 

"In my 24 years as a white college basketball coach, the ‘A Long Talk’ presentation lead by Kyle Williams was the most impactful and eye-opening education I have received. It made me see where I was and I am and where I need to go as a leader of young black men. We all have work to do and "A Long Talk" helped me realize I can't waste time."

Joe Mihalich, Assistant Coach, University of Pennsylvania

Joe Braun, Clinical psychologist

Dave Paulsen, Former Head Coach, George Mason University 

“This seminar was so helpful to me. Anti-racism is a skill, and this training was an opportunity to improve my skill.  I learned through conversations with others on this call that there are techniques we can use to become better at being advocates for Black lives and social justice.  This training will help you grow: think of it like a booster pack.  It will educate you, motivate you, and inspire you!”

“‘A Long Talk About The Uncomfortable Truth’ was a transformative immersion into a ‘big picture’ of racism via history, readings, self-disclosure, firm leadership by the facilitator, powerful music, and a wonderfully pervasive spirit of listening and dialogue. I am so happy I committed myself to this program.”

“Simply the best seminar I've participated in on any topic. Great prework materials that served to help educate me. Excellent speakers, slides, questions, and videos embedded in the presentation. Productive break-out room discussions. Kyle Williams is an excellent facilitator. The first day when he kept 90 coaches engaged through questions and use of the chat feature on Zoom was great. I would highly recommend it to anyone. Beyond that, I left the 3-day experience more passionate, committed, and armed with some resources to help me become a better front-line soldier.”

Brett MacConnell, Associate Head Coach, Princeton University

Nat Graham, Assistant Coach, University of Pennsylvania

Reyna Gilbert-Lowry, Senior Associate Athletic Director, Student-Athlete Development/SWA, VA Tech

“I would and will recommend this program to student groups, coaches, teachers, athletic directors, college and high school administrators - and really all human beings who have an open mind!”

“‘A Long Talk’ is a powerful look at this country’s history founded on the concept of the supremacy of whites and the utilization of Black people to build the economy that would lead to the US becoming the richest in the world. It provides the context for why we are where we currently are in terms of racial inequality. It pushes each of us to confront our complicity in the status quo and make a choice to stand on the side of racial injustice and inequality or join the fight and become an anti-racist ally committed to acting in impactful ways.”

“Kyle Williams created a space for literal strangers to let down their guard and open their hearts and minds to learn about the history of racism in America. ‘A Long Talk’ is an essential program for anyone who wants to learn how they can play a role in dismantling racism on the path to creating an anti-racist society. We are all responsible for doing our part and ‘A Long Talk’ provides the platform and the tools to do so.”