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Journalist George Chidi discusses his investigative reporting on the recent indictment of several members of the Young Slime Life gang. Atlanta-based rappers Young Thug and Gunna are accused of being affiliated with the group. They are also accused of engaging in street gang activity and violating RICO law.For the “Closer Look's” graduation series, we hear from Alexandria Warner. The Spelman College graduate shares how a tragic accident nearly took her life and how the event shaped her career pursuit. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Christie Coursey, the executive director for Breastfeed Atlanta, discusses the nationwide baby formula shortage and her organization's response. Plus, for “Closer Look's” graduation series, we hear from Candace Washington. The 2022 Georgia Tech graduate discusses her journey to earning her master's degree in construction management.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Kavi Vu, an artist, community organizer and leader of the AAPI Heritage Month Celebration, and Aisha Yaqoob Mahmood, the executive director of the Asian American Advocacy Fund, discuss a new 160-foot art exhibition on the Atlanta Beltline that aims to educate the community about key Asian figures in history.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Gregory Pace, the director of the Office of Buildings at the City of Atlanta Department of City Planning, discusses the new rules and permit requirements for short-term rentals in Atlanta. After 34 years, Atlanta Police Chief Rodney Bryant is retiring. Chief Bryant discusses several topics, including the state of public safety, his career in public service and what's next for him in retirement. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
On this episode: The ”Poddin' Next Door" crew opens with LGBT issues, YSL RICO, the GOAT Kendrick Lamar album review, Streaming Loophole, and much much more… Listen on most Digital Streaming Platforms. Apple, Amazon, Spotify, Google…… Follow + Subscribe: Instagram - @poddinnextdoor YouTube - Poddin' Next Door
Dr. David Ross, the head of the Task Force for Global Health, discusses several topics, including his tenure at the Atlanta-based NGO, and what's next for him as he prepares to step down from his post and combating the COVID-19 pandemicPlus, every year “Closer Look” profiles distinguished graduates from across metro Atlanta. Anna Voss majored in neuroscience and behavioral biology and is one of five Emory graduating seniors to win the National Science Foundation graduate fellowship. She discusses her journey to graduation.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
For this special mid week podcast release, we are presenting a conversation with three defendants who are in an ongoing legal battle with the city of Asheville. This group of 15 people, three of whom are speaking today, are facing felony littering charges in connection with a demonstration in December of 2021 against a targeted camp sweep in a local park adjacent to the downtown district. For this interview, we will talk about their case, the issue of the mistreatment of houseless people generally, camp sweeps and what they mean specifically, the nationwide crackdown on mutual aid, their own activisms, and how to keep in touch with this situation and support the 15 defendants. You can read all about their case and keep up with this ongoing situation at avlsolidarity.noblogs.org. To donate to these folks you can venmo @AVLdefendantfund. The defendants would also like to plug the venmos of another AVL based mutual aid group Asheville Survival Program which is @AVLsurvival, and the local Anarchist Black Cross chapter Blue Ridge ABC and their venmo is @BlueRidgeABC.
Black folks are often told homeownership and real estate are the royal road to wealth creation and stability. Government policies like the mortgage interest tax deduction are held up a "hidden secret" white people use to game the systems. Some Black people hold homeownership as "beating 'them' at their own game" and using the "masters tools " to gain power. However, a new book raises questions as the whether this is actually the case. We anaylize "The Whiteness of Wealth" by Dorothy A. Brown - which argues homeownership fails to fulfill its promise to stabilize Black communities and build wealth for Black families. We'll be speaking on: gentrification, the dangers of increased property tax bills, complicating narratives of housing price appreciation as inherently good and concrete steps communities can take to address housing needs in their community without uncritically accepting "Buy the Block" mythology. Support the show
Talked with Greg Jarrell about his forthcoming book that looks at a particular church in Charlotte, NC, who "stayed" instead of fled with the rest of white churches during a period in the 1960s mis/referred to as "Urban Renewal."We discuss Christianity, capitalism, colonialism, white supremacy and more!HUGE favor: amplify this content with an iTunes or Spotify rating or review and subscribe to our channel on Youtube!Support the show and access revolutionary bonus content: patreon.com/faithandcapitalMake a one time contribution with PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/faithandcapitalFollow Faith and Capital on instagram, twitter, facebook and subscribe to our channel on Youtube.Email: faithandcapital@gmail.comMusic by D.C.R. Pollock and Ed RussekSupport the show
How did a group of friends singing Beatles songs turn into white women insisting on singing negro spirituals and Civil Rights songs? Tania's sister Gina shares an outrageous story about a singing group that descended into a pit of casual racism and micro-aggressions for the record books. How did Gina handle it? Why does stuff like this keep happening? What do we need white women to do when it's happening? A classic example of casual racism in a social setting with all the usual players. Gentrification and opportunity hoarding is discussed too. This is a must listen episode; two Black women honestly talking about experiencing the Wild Wild West of "best intentions" gone wrong. Celebrate Gina speaking her truth in the moment and in this conversation. And learn the urgent importance of tasty chips and guacamole. I mention this Tania's Take episode on Transracial Adoption I also mention my friend's podcast When We Were Young Follow me @taniastake on Instagram Please subscribe, rate, review and share Tania's Take
Gentrification has impacted many people living in cities as under-invested neighborhoods have been transformed into higher wealth areas. As the cost of living increases, gentrification often leads to the displacement of longtime residents who can no longer afford to live in these areas. Local jurisdictions can take steps to monitor these changes and implement policies and processes that minimize negative impacts to residents. In this episode we talk with Ed Goetz, professor of urban and regional planning at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs, director of Center for Urban and Regional Affairs (CURA) at the University of Minnesota, and coauthor of The Diversity of Gentrification report, which looks at gentrification in Minneapolis and St. Paul over 15 years and provides recommended policy approaches to shift narratives.
On this episode: The ”Poddin' Next Door" crew opens with remembering the toxic king Kevin Samuels, slappers, and basically, pro-life vs. pro-choice. Thanks for the support.
All eyes are on the U.S. Supreme Court after a leaked draft opinion suggests a majority of the justices support overturning Roe v. Wade. A final ruling is expected in June. Tanya Washington, a professor of law at Georgia State University College of Law, discusses the implications of overturning women's right to an abortion and beyond.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Nsé Ufot, the CEO of the New Georgia Project, discusses why she's stepping down from her post following the midterm elections.Starbucks workers at the Howell Mill location in Atlanta are among dozens of branches nationwide voting to unionize. Page Smith, the shift supervisor at the Howell Mill Starbucks and the lead organizer for the Starbucks Workers United, discusses the latest.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Charles Johnson's wife, Kira Dixon Johnson, died hours after childbirth in 2016 at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. On Wednesday, he announced a new civil rights lawsuit filed against the Los Angeles hospital. Rose revisits a conversation she had with Johnson in 2019.Plus, Ed Barlow, the president of Communications Workers of America (CWA) Local 3204, discusses why Apple employees in Atlanta are pushing to unionize. Lastly, Almeta Cooper, a health policy expert and the national field manager for Moms Clean Air Force, discusses the impact diesel-fueled school buses have on children's health and her organization's efforts to electrify America's school bus fleet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Dr. Mary Schmidt Campbell, the president of Spelman College, is retiring. Campbell returns to “Closer Look” to reflect on her tenure, the college's COVID-19 response, and what's next for her career moving forward. Plus, Yascha Mounk, a political scientist and author, discusses his new book "The Great Experiment: Why Diverse Democracies Fall Apart and How They Can Endure" and his upcoming appearance at the Atlanta History Center.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
From the “Closer Look” archives, we revisit one of our listeners' favorites, Rose's conversation with Academy award-winning actor Lou Gossett Jr.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.