Our Community, Our Business

In this episode Andrew sits down with James Scott, Capri Director, and Kevin West, Artistic Associate, to talk about the history of the Capri Theater, what the future looks like, how theaters are adapting the the 21st century, and the role arts have in community. Please share this episode with a friend, give us a review on Apple Podcast, and don't forget to subscribe!

In this episode Andrew has a conversation with artist Jordan Weber, Director of Youth Farm, Marcus Kar, and Manager of Public Programs for The Walker, Jacqueline Stahlmann about a collaborative project focused on environmental justice to be constructed in Hawthorne. Don't forget to Share and Subscribe!!

In this episode you'll hear a conversation recorded at the September Hawthorne Huddle about a new pilot program for Mobility Hubs. Don't forget to Subscribe and Share with a friend!

This episode was recorded live at the August Hawthorne Huddle. Several police officers discussed the Community Navigators program and took questions from the audience.  Don't Forget to Share and Subscribe!

In this episode Andrew interviews Alexis Oberdorfer and Elvira Barnes-Wycough about Children's Home Society and the role it serves not only for North Minneapolis, but our region as a whole. Don't for get to Share, Rate, and Subscribe!

In this episode Andrew interviews local bicycle advocates Will Lumpkins and Alexis Penne. Will and Alexis share their opinions on the state of bicycling in Hawthorne and North Minneapolis. They also break down some of the stereotypes and poor perceptions of bicycling on the North Side. Don't Forget to Share and Subscribe!

In this episode Andrew interviews Minnesota Officer Of The Year, Mike Kirchen. Officer Mike, as he's known in the community, is the founder of Bike Cops for Kids. Andrew and him discuss his history as an officer and why he founded Bike Cops for Kids. They also talk about building relationships between police and community members. Don't forget to Subscribe!

This episode was recorded at the May 2019 Northside Urban Coalition. We hear from Clarence Jones, Sam Simmons, and LaDonna Redmond. Clarence tells us about the partnership between Hawthorne Neighborhood Council and his Hue-Man organization. Sam shares history of drug addiction and drug prevention programs. Finally, LaDonna shares stories about how addiction has affected herself and her family. Don't forget to Subscribe!

In this episode Andrew interviews Byron Hawkins, Director of the TKO Drumline. The drum-line and drill team offers kids an incredibly fun, ongoing after school activity that is also good exercise. Besides drumming, students learn responsibility, leadership and patience.  

In this episode we hear from Michelle Rivero, Director of the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs at the City of Minneapolis. The goal of the Office of Immigrant and Refugee Affairs (OIRA) is to ensure that Minneapolis is a safe and welcoming place for all. Their office is in the Department of Neighborhood & Community Relations, and supports the City's One Minneapolis goal to “eliminate disparities so that all Minneapolis residents can participate and prosper." Michelle talks about why the office was created, new city policy, and what her day-to-day activities look like. Don't forget to share and subscribe! 

We're back with a NEW EPISODE of OCOB! Recorded live at the May Hawthorne Huddle, hear from new 4th Precinct Inspector Kelvin Pulphus and then from Developer Troy Parker as they talk about what they bring to Hawthorne and North Minneapolis. Don't Forget to Subscribe!  

In this episode Andrew interviews Coventry Cowens, the interim operations coordinator for MAAHMG. The Minnesota African American Heritage Museum and Gallery (MAAHMG) is a Minnesota non-profit organization that was founded in 2018.   The Museum's purpose is to preserve, record and highlight the achievements, contributions and experiences of African Americans in Minnesota.   This mission is carried out through exhibits, workshops and events that educate and inform the public about the history, culture, and art of African Americans in Minnesota.   Don't forget to subscribe!

In this episode you'll listen to two interviews from the December 2018 Hawthorne Huddle. The first is with Jaequan Faulkner, an MPS student who quickly gained notoriety after his hotdog stand was shutdown this past summer only to become a national sensation. Secondly you'll hear an interview with Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Ed Graff. Superintendent Graff answers questions from the huddle members and talks about the current challenges for MPS. Don't forget to Share and Subscribe!

In this episode Andrew interviews Carmen Robles and Jewelene Jackson about their 10 weeks taking on the Insight 2 Health Fitness Challenge. The Insight-2- Health Fitness Challenge aims to provide quality, professionally-designed wholistic programming that promotes lifestyle improvements in participants by connecting them with fitness, yoga, nutrition and life-style experts/coaches. The program connects community and drives activity and conversation around healthy lifestyle choices. The Insight 2 Health Fitness Challenge effectively inspires change through collaboration across sectors and sharing stories that activate participants to become stewards of their individual and community health. It is about creating Health Ambassadors. Don't Forget to Share, Rate us on iTunes, and Subscribe!

In this episode Andrew interviews local business owner Troy Hildebrand. They discuss growing up in North Minneapolis and owning a business. Troy shares what works and what needs to change for good things to come to the community. Don't Forget To Subscribe!

In this episode Andrew sits down with 5th Ward Council Member Jeremiah Ellison to hear what his experience in office has been like so far. They discuss policing, housing policy, relationships between residents and council members, and a few other topics. Don't Forget to Subscribe!

In this episode we step inside the October Hawthorne Huddle. Crime Prevention Specialist, Bill Magnuson, brings a detailed report about Northside crime. Then we listen to a conversation with Clarence Jones, MN Council on Aging, and Valerie Jones, Volunteers of America, about aging in Minneapolis, in particular they talk about the high rates of Alzheimer's and Dementia. Don't Forget to Subscribe!!

Andrew sits down with three influential members of the parks community to talk about the latest initiatives and projects for the Mississippi River in North Minneapolis. Don't forget to Subscribe! 

In this episode Andrew sits down with Cathy Spann, Executive Director for Jordan Area Community Council. Cathy talks about her work with the Minneapolis Police Department, community partners, and neighborhood residents. Cathy also talks about staying positive in a negative world and how to listen to dissenters.  Don't Forget to Subscribe!

For this episode of Our Community, Our Business we're trying something a little different. On May 3rd the Hawthorn Huddle focused on Domestic Violence in Minneapolis. Hawthorne hosted a panel with EB Brown and Pethuel L. Cole from Oasis of Love, Liz Richards from the Minnesota Coalition for Battered Women and Jewelean Jackson, a valued community member. They have information about what Domestic Abuse is, the effects of Domestic Abuse, resources in the community that can be helpful when you need them, and how you can be of help to those experiencing Domestic Violence. Don't Forget to Subscribe!

In this episode Andrew interviews several attendees at the Northside Housing Fair held at the end of March. Andrew asks them about housing stereotypes, what types of housing are needed, and what's the status of the relationship between renters and homeowners. Don't Forget to Subscribe!

In this episode Andrew interviewed Al McFarlane of KFAI and Insight News. They discuss minorities in the media and how technology is changing the way minorities are covered. Don't forget to Subscribe!

In this episode, Andrew sits down with Lissa Jones of KMOJ to discuss the history of Black Culture in North Minneapolis. She uses this history to provide context for culture and life on the Northside today. Don't Forget to Subscribe!

Welcome to Episode 6 of Our Community, Our Business! In this episode, Andrew interviews Board Chair, Mike Oker. They discuss the similarities of North Mpls. and the Powderhorn Community, relying on partners, and building relationships. Don't forget to Subscribe!

In this episode, Andrew sits down with long-time Hawthorne Community Member and current council board member Len Lewis. Len talks about the living in Hawthorne during the 1990's and the work he did to improve the community. Don't forget to subscribe!

Part 2 of Andrew's interviews with residents at Hawthorne's National Night Out Event in August. The interviews include a young mother returning to the Northside, and southerner, and an opportunist.  Be sure to Subscribe!

In this episode, you'll hear Andrew interview four residents at Hawthorne's National Night Out event in August. The interviews cover a broad range of topics from raising a child in North Minneapolis to the courage required to build a relationship with your neighbors. Be sure to Subscribe!

In this episode of Our Community, Our Business Andrew chats with former Board Chair, Dave Ellis about what it takes to lead a neighborhood board. They also spend time discussing the different organizations that preceded HNC. Be sure to subscribe to the show!

Welcome to Hawthorne! In this initial episode of Our Community, Our Business, host Andrew Bornhoft previews some of the interviews you'll hear in the coming weeks as we explore our community and the people who's business it is to make our community work for our residents. Don't forget to subscribe to the show!