Connections and Conversations, is an Advocacy Arena Podcast fostering pathways to strengthen our communities. In 2021 I began hosting virtual roundtable type conversations to foster more civic participation. They were informative and inspiring. I discovered some hidden heroes amongst every day citizens and felt they deserved hi lighting — I want you to meet them and other change makers around the country in different fields. We’ll peek behind the scenes to explore their contributions and imp ...
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A Chat with Dear Dean Publisher Myron J. Clifton, Storyteller Extraordinaire
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30:28Myron J. Clifton is an author, publisher, blogger, and podcaster. He is the founder of Dear Dean Publishing and is known for his engaging storytelling. Beyond his books, Clifton publishes the free monthly Dear Dean Magazine, writes blogs on current events at both DearDean.com and Medium, and co-hosts the weekly podcast Voice Memos. His thought-prov…
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Exploring Grassroots Organizing and Activism with Dr Katrina Green
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43:47Dr. Katrina Green, ER Physician, American Medical Women's Association Board Member and Nashville Activist shares her insights on pressing community issues ie gun violence and healthcare. As an active member of the Tennessee Medical Association she advocates for healthcare related legislation at the Tennessee State Legislature. In her leadership rol…
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Dee answer's questions from the Advocacy Arena CommunityBy Dee Batiste
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Exploring the Legal Aspects of Our Political Climate w Law Professor -Marc G Part 2
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23:00Marc G. , Con Law Professor and former Prosecutor, Provides insights and understanding of our current political climate with a little primer on The Constitution. He explains it in easy understandable layman terms with ease.By Dee Batiste
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Exploring the Legal Aspects of Our Political Climate w Law Professor Marc G.- Part 1
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24:49Marc G. , Con Law Professor and former Prosecutor, Provides insights and understanding of our current political climate with a little primer on The Constitution. He explains it in easy understandable layman terms with ease.By Dee Batiste
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Denise Oliver-Velez, Contributing editor for the Daily Kos blog; Feminist, Activist, former Young Lords Party and Black Panther Party member, is a cultural anthropologist and one of the most active contemporary revolutionaries of the 20th and 21st century. Daily Kos, Denise Oliver-Velez BlueSky: @deniseoliver-velez.bsky.social…
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The Revolutionary Power of Community Activism with Denise Oliver-Velez
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40:28Denise Oliver-Velez, Contributing editor for the Daily Kos blog; Feminist, Activist, former Young Lords Party and Black Panther Party member, is a cultural anthropologist and one of the most active contemporary revolutionaries of the 20th and 21st century. Daily Kos, Denise Oliver-Velez BlueSky: @deniseoliver-velez.bsky.social…
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During difficult times, there are always people around who are trying to help and make a difference. They provide, help, hope and strength in the face of adversity. Listen to a discussion with three such helpers: Adrienne and AJ Young, Jr, and Ron Reeves. The Lifeworks Project FB: https://www.facebook.com/PracticalSupport4TheValley IG: thelifeworx…
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A Collaborative Approach to Education with Steven Evangelista
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35:54Steven Evangelista, Senior Education Consultant, Teaching Matters, discusses a culturally responsive, collaboration with school communities to grow teacher capacity and improve student outcomes. Teaching Matters, Understanding ‘NYC Reads’ and Curricular Changes Dr. Gholdy Muhammad: ‘Cultivating Genius’ The Circle of Courage, Native wisdom about the…
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Education Advocacy and Mentorship with Dr. Ty
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26:32Dr. Ty, a Council Educator, discusses the power of community mentorship starting with family extending into collegiate fraternity emphasizing scholarship. Booker T. Washington said, "If you want to lift yourself up, lift up someone else."By Dee Batiste
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STEM Approach to Community Housing Issues with Cynthia Williams
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29:43Cynthia Williams explains the unique approach her consulting company takes to address community housing issues. "We cannot solve our problems with the same level of thinking that created them.” – Albert Einstein Find out More: MaltaWell HoldingsBy Dee Batiste
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Candidly Tiff joined me to discuss the importance of civic engagement and how she models it. Civic engagement is a type of community involvement. It's modeled in many significant ways to foster community participation that leads to social change. X: @tify330 IG & TikTok: @candidly_tiffBy Dee Batiste
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Lifting As We Climb with Dr. Learotha Williams, Jr.
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40:34Dr. Learotha Williams, Jr. Tennessee State University Professor of African American & Public History. He is also the Coordinator of the North Nashville Heritage Project. Learn about some the phenominal African American Women who were powerful forces for social change that shaped the landscape of Nashville. North Nashville Heritage Project History o…
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In the Presence of Greatness: AJ Young, Jr. is the Executive Director of Outreach for The Lifeworks Project, a 501(3c) which serves many communities in West Virginia. To close out Black History Month, AJ shares a few childhood stories that I love to highlight because they are filled with brilliant prominent African Americans like Katherine Johnson,…
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Lauren Z. and Gwynne C. joined me to discuss a vital intersection of social justice, Social Work and Labor Unions. The civil rights movement and the labor movement are intertwined. During the Civil Rights Movement, social workers played pivotal roles and still do today by providing individual support, while opposing systemic barriers. Social worker…
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What's the role of arts in the community?
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24:39Dr. Randy Westbrook and I discuss the history and significance of community art centers. “Community art is of and by the people of a place and culture, often facilitated by a professional artist. It reflects the values, concerns, and meaning of living in that place or culture.” There’s a symbiotic relationship between arts programs and community de…
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Archiving Your Family History with Dr. Mary Marshall
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25:49Dr. Mary Marshall shares her amazing personal story as a Historian and archivist. Your family tree may not be filled with connections to some of America's most iconic African American sites, institutions, and people like Booker T. Washington --but you never know. Dr. Marshall’s story highlights the richness of African American contributions to the …
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Episode 1 drops on Feb. 2, 2025.By Desia
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