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In the post-lynching period, Duluth's already small number of African Americans grew smaller — and has never grown to more than 3 percent of the city's population. Jeanine Weekes Schroer, an assistant professor of philosophy at the University of Minnesota Duluth called Duluth a “sundown town” — a place where its lack of diversity seems accidental, but can be tied to historic events. While creating this podcast, multiple racially-motivated events happened in the United States — and as close as Minneapolis, where George Floyd died after a police officer detained him by kneeling on his neck for nearly nine minutes. “I think lynchings happen today all the time,” Weekes Schroer said. “That is to say, the practice of white people who take themselves to be acting with moral authority, ending the lives of brown and black people that in ways, that in retrospect, or even at the moment in the eyes of everyone else involved seem clearly to be the opposite of carrying out of justice — seem clearly to be to the rest of us violations of justice.” The Duluth Lynchings is edited by Samantha Erkkila and is a product of the Duluth News Tribune. This episode includes reporting by Samantha Erkkila, Brady Slater, Melinda Lavine, Christa Lawler and Clint Austin. Excerpts of books and newspapers are read aloud by Barrett Chase. Music for the podcast is “We Three Kings,” composed by “Rudy” Perrault and performed by the Gichigami Piano Trio with Josh Aerie on cello, Sam Black on piano and Laurie Bastian on Violin.
Contrary to popular belief, the life of covering Division I hockey for local newspaper, television and radio is not as glamorous as it may seem. On this week’s episode we share our road trip horror stories with guests News Tribune photographer Clint Austin and KDAL radio host Bruce Ciskie. From hitting a deer in the middle of the night to lengthy flight delays, broken down cars and ice-covered roads, these guys have seen it all. Well three out of the four anyway. Are you a former Bulldog hockey player, family member, or fan who has a road trip horror story? We’d like to hear from you. Email us at mwellens@duluthnews.com and we might share your story on the next episode.
The team from CI Design joins Re:Vive for a two-part episode. In part one, Clint & Austin discuss with CI Design the importance of sales enablement apps and the shift away from PowerPoint decks.
Last week, the Duluth News Tribune sent a crew of four to cover the NCAA Frozen Four at United Center in Chicago to cover the University of Minnesota Duluth men's hockey team's run at a national championship. Even though the hometown team lost, the college hockey action did not disappoint last week. From practices, to the fan events, to the emotional post-game interviews, sports reporters Matt Wellens and Jon Nowacki, photographer Clint Austin and multimedia reporter Samantha Erkkila were there for it all. Hear what goes on behind the scenes when covering college hockey's biggest event and what the future of the Bulldogs team look like for next season. The DNT crew also highlights their favorite hockey-related experience and their favorite Chicago tourist experiences from their six-day assignment on the road.
Last week when we recorded this episode, the Northland was experiencing continuous days of temps well into the negative teens. Add the windchill to that and it was around 30 below outside. But that didn't stop this week's guest from enjoying winter activities in the snow. Because of his job, Duluth News Tribune photographer Clint Austin is regularly outside taking photos for the newspaper. But even before he gets to the newsroom, he is outside on his fat bike, or making snow at Chester Park. Hear what Clint has to say about making the most of living in Duluth and the Northland during the winter. He also shares some tips on the best clothing and how to take the best winter photos. What is your favorite part of winter in the Northland? Do you have any tips on how to enjoy the cold and snow for those who don't especially like it? Let us know at podcast@duluthnews.com
CliffCentral.com — There is some good news for chickens, find out what it is from the Humane Society International’s Tozie Zokufa who is also the Program Manager of the Farm Animals Department. Then sticking with farm animals, Dr Clint Austin also has a few words of wisdom.
CliffCentral.com — With the terrible drought that South Africa is experiencing, Ainsley Hay chats with Dr Anja du Plessis, senior lecturer in the Department of Geography at Unisa and Dr Clint Austin from Bayer Animal health to discuss the far reaching effects of the drought on both people and animals. Then, all the way from America via Skype, Minxy Ann Heizer talks about the fundraising that she is doing to help the survivors of rhino poaching in SA.
CliffCentral.com — Sharon is joined by Hester Pescivolo and Garrick Wilson from Beagle Rescue SA. She then chats with veterinarian Dr Clint Austin about choking hazards for dogs and skin infections.
CliffCentral.com — Author of ‘The Cow at the Window’, Dr Alex Niven talks about his book which is a collection of stories about fascinating animals and their equally as interesting human companions. Then resident veterinarian Dr Clint Austin returns to talk about Parvo, this disease can have a devastating effect on the health of a puppy, Dr Clint reveals the signs and symptoms, treatments and prevention methods.
CliffCentral.com — With the social media outrage regarding Butch the retired police dog that was euthanised, reportedly against his handler's wishes, Jono and Sharon are joined by Dianne Kohler Barnard of the DA who was lobbying to save Butch, as well as the manager of the Amanzimtoti SPCA, who both give their sides of the story. Then Urs Honegger, publisher of HQ, Pony and Animal Talk magazines pops in, as well as veterinarian Dr Clint Austin, to talk about a devastating canine disease that is spread via beetles.
CliffCentral.com — World Veterinary Day is coming up soon, veterinarian and technical adviser in animal health - Clint Austin, tells us what this day represents. Then dog fighting and dog theft for dog fighting is on the increase in SA, Wendy Wilson from The National Council of SPCAs tells us what we can do to combat this.