Allendale Strong Podcast

In this episode, We speak with the president of the Fuller Center for Housing, David Snell. We discuss the building of the homes in Allendale and what inspired the build in the first place. We also discuss the new talk of "affordable housing".Male voice intro

In this episode, we are speaking with Chris Baldwin of Decatur, Ga. We talk about his journey in getting ahead of Gentrification, and his thought on gentrification, and how it feels to see the value of your home rise and not cash out. Delving into the mind state of knowing the challenges of being in a gentrifying neighborhood before the gentrification. We also delve into the notion of staying in our community and reclaiming what we lost.Male voice intro

We talk to Angelle Bradford about public policy. How we are in a Car Centric nation that does not help the most needy. The interesting convos she has had with politicians regarding transportation and how they aren't all bad. We also see if she is interested with throwing her hat in the ring. Male voice intro

We are back given a rundown of the past 2022.Male voice intro

Today we talked to Ozelia and Jorge Washington. They are Allendale residence and the descendants of one of Allendale gems. Poet Ephraim David Tyler. We talk about Mr. Tyler and his poems. We also explore teaching and the legacy of home ownership. Please Join Us.Male voice intro

In this episode, we are talking to Aaron Lewis. He is the park manager of Bilbery Park and community center. He is also a pastor and classmate of mine from the Class of 96 of the mighty BTW Lions. We talk about having a park and community center in the heart of neighborhood. Also the connection he has with the kids and the community. Please take the time out to take a listen with us as have a convo with Aaron Lewis.Male voice intro

Me, John and Kim get together to go over the weekend that was. From Transportation Dr. Shawn Wilson to Chuck Marohn's Confessions of a Recovering Engineering book signing we had a eventful weekend. Join us as we reminisce over the good time we had. Male voice intro

This is a wonderful interview with Deidra and Eric Robertson. They are the residents of the South Highland Friendship House. There sorry is wonderful and heart fulfilling and I hope you join us. Come and meet Deidra and Eric Robertson. Male voice intro

Today we talk to Susan Keith and Charles R. "Chuck" Fulco Jr. Two wonderful people that tell us their stories of Allendale when it was a haven for the immigrants of Shreveport. We discuss children antics, great food, The Sons of Italy and our personal connections to a place we both love. Chill with us as explore Allendale together. Benvenuto!Male voice intro

This is an episode that I absolutely geeked out on.  We have the great Dr. Laura McLemore here. She is dropping knowledge left and right. I am overjoyed to have her here. We talk about our love for history and our love for Shreveport history. I learned a lot and hope you do too. Take this journey with us as Dr. Laura McLemore take us on a journey through time.  Male voice intro

Hello everyone. This is an exciting episode because we are back with John and William. William always seem to give us the knowledge we seek and on this episode he does not disappoint. We talk about the boulevard, the new police headquarters and Saint Joe. That is the cherry on top. Join us on the this journey. Male voice intro

The gangs all here, Me, Kim Dorothy and John. We are here to discuss everything from Cedric Glover's bill to the hollow promises from the Committee of 100. The discussion turns to Gentrification, Our city intellectuals, trust circles and The Learning and Doing communities. We are here for it all. Male voice intro

In this episode we are sitting with Y-49's Mike Waldon, discussing the fight to stop I-49 through Lafayette. Through the hard determination by the Sierra Club and Y-49, they have continued their campaign to stop LaDOT by informing the public about the health implication of building in a contaminated old railroad site. Spend some time   

On this episode we are meeting with Norm Marshall of Smart Mobility Inc. We talk to him about traffic modeling, The different tactics contractors and politicians use to push through bad highway projects, and the Interstate Industrial complex. Come and join us in our Learning and Doing community.

In this episode, we talk to Rose Wilson McCulloch and Brenda Wimberly about Cedar Grove, Cooper Road and how Jackson Heights and Rosenberg Subdivision are connected. We dive deeper into the home ownership, Allendale's proximity to Downtown Shreveport, and how it takes more than just showing up to city hall. This was an eye opening episode into the inner working of the City Council and Parish commission. 

Allendale Strong Episode #12 Neighborhood Association  with Jameelah El Amin of the Pamoja House and Njeri Camara It was just too much good convo going on in this episode. Sit down and listen this collaboration of Ladies talk about Shreveport's historically African American neighborhoods. Also how they really feel about a certain politician. 

We have a change. No John but we have Dorothy back in his temporary absence. We also have Gloria Murrell joining us to make this a great Ladies Day. We talk about everything from CC Antoine home to SWEPCO park. Join us. 

We are privileged to bring you the great philosopher Poetic X. WE go into the metaphysical, historical narratives, and race relations. Don't miss out on this. 

So happy we are able to sit down with this multi-talented artist, designer, planner, teacher, and licensed tour guide that has studied with acclaimed masters, including Andres Duany, Elizabeth Plater-Zyberk, Douglas Farr and the late Charles Moore. We talk about the great state of Louisiana, horrible architecture, Cancer alley and so much more. Grab a chair and join us. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lw-ku...Claiborne Avenue: Past, Present, and Futurehttps://www.amyfstelly.comhttps://www.claiborneavenuealliance.com/twitter: @amyfstellyFacebook: Amy StellyInstagram: duchess.of.dumainehttps://www.facebook.com/4000Friendso...Instagram: @friends_of_allendalestrongTwitter: @loop_it_49https://communityrenewal.us/https://fullercenter.org/https://allendalestrongpodcast.buzzsp...https://www.facebook.com/CRIAllendale/https://www.facebook.com/CornerStoreCOOP

Episode #8 we talk to Rebecca Scott and Tina and Lonzo Sheffield III about the Allendale Corner store Co-op. We are so happy to be apart of this venture. Please enjoy watching and think about becoming a member of the Allendale Food Co-op. Info below. https://www.facebook.com/4000Friendso...IG: @friends_of_allendalestrongTwitter: @loop_it_49https://communityrenewal.us/https://fullercenter.org/https://allendalestrongpodcast.buzzsp...https://www.facebook.com/CRIAllendale/https://www.facebook.com/CornerStoreCOOP

When we talked to James Thomas, he showed us the passion and love for Allendale that we all had grown to know. He tells us the stories of Shreveport musical past and gives us a blueprint for our musical future. Please enjoy, hit the like button and subscribe.  https://www.facebook.com/4000Friendso...IG: @friends_of_allendalestrongTwitter: @loop_it_49https://communityrenewal.us/https://fullercenter.org/

Today we talk to William Hartman. He noted the historical aspect of SWEPCO park and saved it from destruction by having it declared as a Historical Landmark. Check out this video for more context. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnxPEQBJM-ghttps://www.facebook.com/4000FriendsofAllendaleStrongIG: @friends_of_allendalestrongTwitter: @loop_it_49https://communityrenewal.us/https://fullercenter.org/https://allendalestrongpodcast.buzzsprout.com/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAHxlAK38nhe9jlo5l7aiMA

This is Episode #5 for Allendale Strong. Today we are talking to Mrs. Kay Camp and Ms. Regina Rye. Mrs. Camp is a retired financial advisor and Ms. Rye is a Shreveport area Real Estate Agent. We discuss how having financial literacy can help thrive and what you need to do before you start looking for a house in 2021. I hope you enjoy!https://www.facebook.com/4000FriendsofAllendaleStrongIG: @friends_of_allendalestrongTwitter: @loop_it_49https://communityrenewal.us/https://fullercenter.org/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAHxlAK38nhe9jlo5l7aiMARegina Rye, Realtorreginaryetherealtor@gmail.comCentury 21 Elite SBShreveport, LAhttps://www.century21.com/real-estate-agent/profile/regina-rye-P80072593?k=1

This is the Allendale Strong podcast #4. What will we rather do with the I-49 money. We also explore the possibilities of using technology to help police deescalate the situation.  

Thank you for checking us out again. Today we will introduce you to Community Renewal International's Kim Mitchell. A man with a heart the size of Texas. He talks about how he came to help Allendale Strong! He talks about his work with Community Renewal and the Business Boulevard. Come join us on this part of the journey with Kim Mitchell. 

We are here again to Introduce you to the Great Mrs. Dorothy Wiley. She explains what made her want to start Loopit49 that turned into Allendale Strong. She also details her life and times through Louisiana and America. Come and listen to this great American Black Women as she pump up the masses. You know we are here for it. 

Congratulations, You have came upon Allendale Strong. We are a community organization born from the love and admiration of the Allendale Neighborhood in Shreveport, Louisiana. The organization sprang from the fight to stop the I-49 inner city connector through the historical black community that birth some the greats of Shreveport. The two people that will take on this journey through history and fight is a man who is known for documenting some of Louisiana most important news, John Perkins. The Producer is a man born from the street of Allendale and Shreveport, Roosevelt Bryant. So sit back and let us introduce you to the people of Allendale and its fight for equal justice against those that mean to quiet us. Sorry but we walked in with a bullhorn!