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Lubbock Compact Live is a show aimed at keeping citizens informed about issues affecting communities across Lubbock, Texas, and keeping you in the loop of what's happening at city hall. The live show streams every Wednesday from 7pm to 8pm CST

Lubbock Compact Live


    • Jun 9, 2021 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 58m AVG DURATION
    • 13 EPISODES


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    Latest episodes from Lubbock Compact Live

    Lubbock Compact Live - Episode 012 - How To Plan A Neighborhood

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2021 64:46


    This week, Dr. Nick and Adam are once again joined by our Garden City Initiative Coordinator and Board Member, Joshua Shankles. The three go over the charter review committee developments then invite Wilson Bowling to the show. Wilson is the new Neighborhood Planner for the City of Lubbock. He breaks down what he views as important in the neighborhood planning process and his hopes for Lubbock moving forward.

    Lubbock Compact Live - Episode 011 - Growing Together Texas

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2021 63:45


    In this episode, Dr. Nick and Adam discuss new updates from around the city and welcome Jessica Tullar Caroom. Jessica is the executive director of Growing Together Texas. Board Member, and Garden City Initiative Director, Joshua Shankles interviews Jessica about green spaces, the benefits of community gardening, and how edible landscaping can transform a city.

    Lubbock Compact Live - Episode 010 - City Charter Reform Issues

    Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2021 67:13


    While we were expecting to welcome Leon Williams to the show, we had to reschedule his interview. In this episode, Dr. Nick & Adam discuss the issues with the City Charter Reform process, what can help fix them, and a path forward for a more equitable Lubbock.

    Lubbock Compact Live - Episode 009 - What Is Lubbock Compact?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 62:22


    Dr. Nick and Adam explain the complete meltdown of the city charter reform process. Even with continuous citizen input and comments, the committee continues to disregard what the public wants. Later in the episode, the guys discuss what Lubbock Compact is, the importance of community activism, and how to get involved.

    Lubbock Compact Live - Episode 008 - Roots Historical Arts Council and the Caviel Museum

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 60:35


    On this episode, Dr. Nick and Adam are joined by Shirley Green, President of the Roots Historical Arts Council, and the Caviel Museum. They discuss the importance of preserving the incredibly rich history of BIPOC on the South Plains. Learn about the interesting history of the Caviel Museum and hear fascinating stories, as well as find out how to volunteer!

    Lubbock Compact Live - Episode 007 - A Crash Course On City Planning and the UDC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 58:42


    Adam and Dr. Nick are joined by AJ Fawver. AJ is the Community Consulting Program Leader for Verdunity. The three chat about the unified development code. They explain what it is, what it means, and why you should be invested in its development. Interesting in learning more about the current city planning proposals? This episode is a great place to start.

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    Lubbock Compact Live - Episode 006 - What Does Meaningful Truth & Reconciliation Look Like?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 65:28


    Adam and Dr. Nick are joined by Jim Beck and discuss fostering truth and reconciliation in Lubbock. Jim has decades of unique experience working and living abroad. This has given him a deep understanding and respect for collectivist communities. He uses his experience and insight to paint a meaningful picture of what fostering truth and reconciliation would look like in the South Plains.

    Lubbock Compact Live - Episode 005 - Voter Suppression Efforts By Texas Senate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2021 60:09


    On this episode, Adam and Dr. Nick chat with Adam Pirtle. They discuss what modern-day voter suppression efforts look like and how citizens can work to combat them. Furthermore, Texas Senate Bill 7 is discussed as well as how its passage would impact voting rights in Texas.

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    Lubbock Compact Live - Episode 004 - Open Door Addressing Homelessness in Lubbock, Texas

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 64:38


    On this episode we talk to Chad Wheeler, CEO of Open Door, and what his organization is doing to address homelessness in Lubbock, Texas.

    Lubbock Compact Live - Episode 003 - East Lubbock Art House

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 61:37


    We talk with Artist, Activist, and Founder of East Lubbock Art House Danielle East about her journey, her work, challenges she's faced, and future plans for the organization. East Lubbock Art House has quickly become a gem of the East Lubbock community and the city as a whole. Click play to learn more about this amazing organization!

    Lubbock Compact Live - Episode 002 - 03-24-2021 - Full Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2021 60:50


    In this episode, Adam Hernandez and Dr. Nicholas Bergfeld discuss the issue of updating the City Charter of Lubbock, Texas, and why it is so important for citizens to provide their input to the Charter Review Committee that will be providing recommendations about it to the City Council.

    Lubbock Compact Live 001 - 03-17-2021 - Full Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2021 58:12


    On this episode we spoke with Josh Shankles, Lubbock Compact's Garden City Initiative Coordinator, about what is being done to protect, preserve, and grow Lubbock's green spaces.

    The More Things Change...

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2020 16:42


    Today's episode focuses on the housing disparities and disenfranchisement of minority communities in Lubbock, from racist media editorials and legislation of the early 1900s to unfair Land Use and Zoning plans today. We also offer some insight into ways to go about fixing the problems today! Visit https://lubbockcompact.com/ for more info!

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