Podcasts about South Phoenix

The Neighborhood NewsIn this episode, we're taking you to the base of South Mountain, one of my all-time favorite spots.Discover the charming Quintessa community within Mandalay at South Mountain—an exclusive gated area boasting breathtaking views and custom homes. We'll delve into the rich history of this area, from its early mining days to its agricultural roots, and explore a stunning property with a basement, exquisite outdoor spaces, and numerous updates.Join us as we highlight local dining gems like Rustler's Roost and ATL Wings, and discuss the upcoming South Central Extension downtown hub—a catalyst for positive change in South Phoenix.Plus, we'll give a shoutout to Heavenly Baby Gear Rentals, a local small business making travel with kiddos a breeze. Don't miss out on this vibrant community—watch now and immerse yourself in the beauty of South Mountain!The Farm at South Mountain: https://thefarmatsouthmountain.comRustler's Rooste: https://www.rustlersrooste.com/ATL Wings: https://www.atlwings.com/South Central Extension/Downtown Hub: https://www.valleymetro.org/project/south-central-extension-downtown-hubHeavenly Baby Gear Rentals: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100077512479178#SouthMountain #PhoenixRealEstate #QuintessaCommunity #AZHomesSearch new build homes anywhere in the Phoenix, AZ Metro area: https://www.showingnew.com/evoazResearch Schools in any area: https://www.greatschools.org/Preview more neighborhoods in the area here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvQwjaqVCSSDOffb1lHhzcwADOObKrS1IContact https://EvoAZ.com to buy or sell your home!Brought to you by Real Estatie Katie of Team EvoAZ at eXp RealtyThis is a pre-recorded video. The information given in this video and/or any of our videos is not intended to promote the buying and/or selling or abstaining from buying and/or selling of any real estate. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform on a very specific market. This information should not be construed as advice. Please consult your attorney, CPA, real estate agent, or wealth manager directly in regard to any specific sale, purchase, or financial decisions you make based on the information provided in our videos.

In this episode Toby sits down with comedian Shapel Lacey's dad Kevin McDonald! They chat South Phoenix, having a church mom, being in the streets at 13, skateboarding, his wild family history, juvie, getting a life sentence under 3 strikes law, seeing Shapel for the first time, getting himself and others outta jail discovering a loophole himself, music in jail, Blink 182, going vegan to better his health, regrets, losing his son, his relationship with his wife and finding happiness.   Please remember to rate, review and subscribe and visit us at https://www.youtube.com/tobymorseonelifeonechance Please visit our sponsors! Athletic Greens https://athleticgreens.com/oloc Removery https://removery.com code TOBYH2O Liquid Death https://liquiddeath.com/toby

Send us a textlove doves.i be prayin in the Barrio. diggin deep. this here tidbit i'm about to unfold has emerged, lotus-like and self-possessed, from amongst a vast, pregnant, mystic space of deep depth introspection and porpoiseful pondering. best thing is: the Fount of all this delicious nectar is Open Source and Free for All. Gracias a Dia ~~~'Tis the Mystery ties this whole mess together amiguis.un amor,lr kerkawww*this tidbit is dedicated to Cementerio Lindo, Maricopa County's oldest cemetary.TRACKLIST FOR THIS TIDBITDialogue inspired by The Big Lebowski | Joel & Ethan Coen, 1998Sons of the Pioneers - Tumbling TumbelweedBBC Earth - Exploring the Underwater World feat David AttenboroughBob Dylan - Man In Me (Slowed, Verbed, and mixed with Whale Song, El Grito,& Javier Bardem)Back To The Future - 1.21 GigawattsNo Country For Old Men - Coin Toss SceneJorge Negrete - Mexico Lindo y Querida (ralentizado y reverberado)Support the showSupport My Sponsor:Magic Mind Adaptogenic & Nootropic Elixir 20% off at Checkout! Support Link here | Use Code: NOETICS20Tip me in Solana (crypto):Address: 9XPHpqH7GawTGtPgZAzfXFU6oPWTpSua1QXwRYAWVh9y If you dig the pod, check out the adjacent video & livestream show Barbarian Yak Fest on Rokfin: https://rokfin.com/BarbarianYakFestFind me on IG: barbarian_noetics Become a Patron: patreon.com/noetics (unlock bonus content plus win a Dream Interpretation)Direct Donate on PayPal @barbarian.noetics@proton.me Cash App@ $BarbarianRavenbuymeacoffee.com/noetics.Spread the word and tell a friend. Remember to set the BNP on Auto Download after you subscribe. I appreciate you all. Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976 allows for “fair use” for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, education and research....

In Episode 25 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," hosts Summer and Ele tackle the final question of their survey: maps. They meticulously examine the maps submitted by respondents, identifying areas of consensus and disagreement about the boundaries of South Phoenix. Join them as they analyze these visual representations: what do maps say about South Phoenix?Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

In Episode 22 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," hosts Summer and Ele tackle the final question from their survey: "How have the boundaries changed?" While the researchers initially hoped for more historical insights, the responses confirm that residents and visitors of South Phoenix do know that there isn't a homogeneous idea of where South Phoenix is. How will this be useful to their research?  Tune in to find out!Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

In Episode 20 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," hosts Summer and Ele delve into the western borders of South Phoenix. With a spotlight on the gray area, the hosts navigate through survey responses to understand the diverse perspectives that define this contentious boundary.Join Summer and Ele as they explore disagreements among respondents regarding the inclusion of areas like Laveen within South Phoenix. Why do opinions vary so widely? What factors contribute to the uncertainty surrounding the western borders?Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

In Episode 19 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," hosts Summer and Ele will explore the southern boundaries of South Phoenix, with a particular focus on the iconic landmark, South Mountain.  Will respondents cite South Mountain as the defining boundary? Or will other features such as major roadways or natural landmarks emerge? Tune in to find out.Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

In Episode 18 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," hosts Summer and Ele explore the eastern boundaries of South Phoenix. With a keen focus on survey insights, they delve into the diverse perspectives that shape perceptions of where South Phoenix ends and neighboring areas begin.Join Summer and Ele as they navigate through survey responses, looking into the potential landmarks and geographical features cited by participants. Will the I-10 or I-17 emerge as defining boundaries? Could Guadalupe or Okemah be mentioned? Will respondents reach a consensus on the boundaries or will divergent viewpoints  emerge?Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

In Episode 17 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," hosts Summer and Ele dissect the northern boundaries of South Phoenix. Focusing on landmarks like the Salt River, railroad tracks, and highways, they uncover which features are most commonly cited. Tune in to unravel the geography that defines this vibrant community.Join Summer and Ele as they navigate through the web of geographical markers that shape perceptions of "North" South Phoenix. From the Salt River to the railroad tracks and highways, the hosts examine which landmarks emerge as the most cited indicators of the community's northern boundaries.Listeners can expect to be immersed in a dynamic dialogue as Summer and Ele unravel the layers of significance embedded within each boundary. Through engaging discussions and insightful analysis, the hosts shed light on the historical, cultural, and geographical factors that influence boundary perceptions.Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

In this episode I had the esteemed pleasure to speaking with Tamala Daniels. Tamala dropped alot of gems on the real estate indusrty, period poverty, social medias impact on mental health and so much more. Tune it, subscribe and share. Ms. Daniels, an Arizona Native, born and raised in South Phoenix, is a servant leader and advocate for community residents and businesses throughout Phoenix. As an International Realtor for 33 years, she is passionate about empowering the communities' residents by increasing awareness of building wealth through homeownership, real estate investments, education and legislative policies that support small business owners to spur economic growth thereby creating a thriving community. Her vast career in the industry has allowed her to become an International Speaker, United Arab Emirates Certified International Property Consultant, New Home Developer Consultant and Exclusive Broker for New Home Developers/Builders, Land Developers, and Regional Manager in Property Management. Tamala managed a top producing Real Estate Branch with over 500 agents, closing more than 1 billion dollars in real estate annually. Tamala, as a Canfield Certified Trainer has provided training, coaching and conduct seminars to help develop and motivate agents to move to the next level of success! In addition to her Real Estate business, Tamala is the CEO of Revive Integrated Care Services LLC a Behavioral and Mental Health Intensive Outpatient Program clinic for substance use disorder. CEO | Founder of WOWman Foundation 501(c)(3) advocating for period poverty that leads to mental health for women and girls. As a community leader she is on the Executive Board of Director – Ebony House, Inc., Chair - City of Phoenix South Mountain Village Planning and Zoning committee, Facilitator/Mentor -Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA). In her leisure time she loves traveling globally, teeing up on the golf course, hitting ski slopes and attending the opera and other arts! Connect with Tamala Daniels: https://www.facebook.com/tamala.daniels1/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamala-l-daniels-pllc-b3372bb/ https://twitter.com/BestofPhxLiving https://www.instagram.com/tamaladanielspllc/?hl=en --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/conversationsoftheheart/support

The Neighborhood News Welcome to Groves at South Mountain, a vibrant neighborhood nestled in the heart of South Phoenix. Join us on this virtual tour as we explore the beauty and convenience of living in this charming community. With stunning mountain views as its backdrop, Groves at South Mountain offers residents the perfect blend of natural serenity and urban accessibility. Situated just moments away from the I-10 freeway, Downtown Phoenix, and Sky Harbor Airport, convenience is at your fingertips. But that's not all - residents of Groves at South Mountain enjoy close proximity to the renowned Arizona Grand Resort and Spa, where luxury and relaxation await. Additionally, adventure seekers will love the convenience of being just steps away from the renowned Fat Man's Pass hiking trail, offering breathtaking views and unforgettable experiences. Mormon Loop to Fat Man's Pass South Mountain Trail: https://www.arizonahikersguide.com/all-hikes/mormon-loop-to-fat-mans-pass Arizona Grand Resort and Spa: Golf Course - Resort - Spa - Restaurants - Best part is the 7 acre oasis water park: https://www.arizonagrandresort.com/faqs/ Downtown Phoenix: https://dtphx.org/ Starting in 2024 - Two new high rise buildings in Downtown Phoenix - https://williamsluxuryhomes.com/aspirant-development-high-rise-astra-phoenix/#:~:text=Aspirant's%2045%2Dstory%20Astra%20tower,of%20residential%20and%20commercial%20spaces Join us as we share the unique charm and unbeatable location of Groves at South Mountain - the perfect place to call home in the vibrant city of Phoenix. Don't miss out on this hidden gem! Unleash the extraordinary with Yard Card Celebrations! Transform your milestone birthdays and special occasions into unforgettable moments with our unique and vibrant displays. Elevate your celebration game and leave a lasting impression! Connect with Sara and Yard Card Celebrations here: https://www.facebook.com/yccelebrations Browse available homes for sale in the Groves at South Mountain in South Phoenix here: https://myre.io/0PeXG5V9bmLq Moving to AZ - Must Have Resources: https://katielambert.exprealty.com/ask/325f5f1cd2e71838a080d19cae76b270 Search new build homes anywhere in the Phoenix, AZ Metro area: https://www.showingnew.com/evoaz Research Schools in any area: https://www.greatschools.org/ To learn more about AZ real estate and to keep up on trends and market conditions, join us in our Homeowner Education Group on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/teamevoazhomeowners Preview more neighborhoods in the area here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvQwjaqVCSSDOffb1lHhzcwADOObKrS1I Follow us on You Tube for Neighborhood News, Housing Market Updates, Tips for Buyers on and Sellers and More! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLvQwjaqVCSSDOffb1lHhzcwADOObKrS1I Contact https:// EvoAZ.com to buy or sell your home! Brought to you by Real Estatie Katie of Team EvoAZ at eXp Realty The information given in this video and/or any of our videos is not intended to promote the buying and/or selling or abstaining from buying and/or selling of any real estate. The primary purpose of this podcast is to educate and inform on a very specific market. This information should not be construed as advice. Please consult your attorney, CPA, real estate agent, or wealth manager directly in regard to any specific sale, purchase, or financial decisions you make based on the information provided in our videos.

At the heart of this episode lies a thought-provoking survey question: "What are your impressions of the geographical, historical, and demographic makeup of South Phoenix?"Join Ele and Summer as they delve into the responses to this insightful question, offering listeners an understanding of how individuals perceive and interpret South Phoenix. Through engaging discussions and reflective analysis, the hosts navigate through the complexities of geography, history, and demographics that define the identity of this community.Whether you're a local resident, a researcher, or simply curious about the stories that define South Phoenix, Episode 16 is sure to inspire and intrigue.Tune in and join Ele and Summer as they navigate through the survey data!Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

In Episode 15 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," hosts Ele and Summer will revisit the foundational elements of their research endeavor. This episode promises a deep dive into the revision of their essay plan, with a particular focus on fine-tuning the research questions that will guide their exploration.Join Ele and Summer as they evaluate the effectiveness and clarity of their research questions. Through thoughtful analysis and collaborative brainstorming, they aim to sharpen the focus of their inquiry and ensure alignment with the overarching objectives of their study.Finally, the hosts focus on the insights gleaned from the survey question, "What are the characteristics of South Phoenix as you have defined it?" Through meticulous analysis of respondent perspectives, Ele and Summer discover diverse prespectives that contribute to the identity of South Phoenix.

In Episode 14 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," hosts Summer and Ele explore perceptions and boundaries through the lens of a thought-provoking survey question: "If you're traveling to get to South Phoenix, how do you know you've arrived?"From physical landmarks to cultural cues, the hosts delve into the layers that define the experience of entering this community. Through engaging discussions and insightful analysis, Summer and Ele shed light on the deeper meanings embedded within the survey responses. Whether you're a local resident, a traveler, or simply curious about the ways in which we define and experience place, Episode 14 is sure to inspire and intrigue.Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

We have pastor Juan Chavez share with us this week. He's getting ready to start a church in South Phoenix. He really embodies The Beloved Community value of embracing diversity. 

In Episode 13 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," hosts Summer and Ele offer listeners a fascinating peek into survey design. "Describe South Phoenix landmarks." is a deliberately crafted question that provides respondents with a platform to articulate their perspectives and contribute to the definition of South Phoenix from within.Tune in as Summer and Ele delve into the responses, exploring the diverse array of landmarks that hold significance for the community. Through this lens, the hosts unveil not only physical landmarks but also the symbolic, cultural, and historical touchstones that shape the identity of South Phoenix.Prepare to be immersed in the sights, sounds, and stories that define South Phoenix as seen through the eyes of its residents.Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

In the much-anticipated Episode 12 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," hosts Summer and Ele take a deep dive into the heart of their research journey. This time, they roll up their sleeves and begin the intricate process of analyzing the data collected from their survey.The episode kicks off with a focus on demographic questions, exploring key aspects like age, race, and ethnicity. The intrigue then unfolds as Summer and Ele zero in on two pivotal questions: "Do you live in South Phoenix?" and "If you have worked or lived in South Phoenix, please tell us for how long."Join Summer and Ele as they navigate the nuances of this data, extracting narratives that illuminate South Phoenix's community and history. Whether you're a data enthusiast, a research aficionado, or simply curious about the stories embedded in survey responses, Episode 12 is a captivating exploration into the heart of the South Phoenix narrative.Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

In August 1992, remains of an unidentified teenager were found by somebody walking their dog in Apache Junction, Arizona. 30 years later, DNA and forensic genetic genealogy have helped identify her as a girl from South Phoenix who went missing in June of 1992. Her family was able to answer some things, but how she got to the remote desert and her cause of death is unknown. The timing of her disappearance and death is eerie though, it all happened while two known serial killers were operating in the Phoenix area. Could she have been another one of their victims? True Crime Correspondent Briana Whitney and Chief Investigative Reporter Morgan Loew analyze what we know.

In Episode 10 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," we dive headfirst into an expertly crafted essay plan. Covering every facet of this plan, we explore South Phoenix's historical, cultural, and environmental dimensions. From introduction to conclusion, we dissect each section, providing a comprehensive understanding of the research's rigor and depth.Join us for a concise exploration of the essay's structure, as we journey through the historical narrative, boundary perceptions, demographic variations, and the interconnectedness of environmental challenges and community resilience. This episode promises to unravel the rich tapestry of South Phoenix's history and identity, making it a must-listen for history enthusiasts and research aficionados alike.Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

In Episode 3 of Century Lives Season 4: A Lifetime of Inequality, we go to Phoenix, Arizona, to understand how it is that the built environment can have great consequences for lifelong health and longevity. We focus our story on trees, which are abundant in wealthy North Phoenix, and almost completely absent in South Phoenix—instead replaced by concrete, warehouses, railroads, highways, and the like. In Episode 3, we discuss how climate change is only exacerbating the situation, and how the consequences affect predominantly poverty-level Black and Latino people.

In Episode 8 of the "South Phoenix Oral History Project," Ele explores a thought-provoking article titled "Dealing in Toxins on the Wrong Side of the Tracks" by Diane Sicotte. This compelling piece delves into the contentious expansion of a hazardous waste facility within a marginalized neighborhood in Phoenix, offering profound insights into the unforeseen consequences of locating such facilities in vulnerable communities.Ele dissects the article's content, summarizing the key findings and arguments. Sicotte's research unveils a troubling pattern of environmental injustice, where the siting of hazardous facilities in South Central Phoenix, a predominantly poor and minority neighborhood, has perpetuated a cycle of poverty, pollution, and drug-related crime.Sicotte's methodology, which includes participant observation, document analysis, Census data, GIS mapping, and interviews, provides a comprehensive understanding of the complex issues at play. Residents of South Central Phoenix contend that the siting, permitting process, and subsequent expansion of the hazardous waste facility, along with the surge in drug-related crimes, are all manifestations of environmental racism.Ele guides listeners through the critical concepts of distributive and participative injustice, shedding light on how the expansion of the facility exacerbated environmental disparities in Phoenix. The intertwining of hazardous waste and drug-related crime presents a compelling case for a holistic approach to understanding environmental justice.But that's not all. Summer steps in to expand the discussion by exploring the geographical boundaries of South Phoenix as discussed by the author. This adds an essential layer of context to Sicotte's research, helping us comprehend the spatial dynamics of environmental injustice in this vibrant community.Join Ele and Summer as they navigate the intricate landscape of environmental justice, offering deep insights into the complex interplay of social, economic, and geographical factors. Whether you're passionate about environmental issues, social justice, or simply curious about the real-world impact of academic research, this episode is a must-listen.Music: Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.Article's Reference: Sicotte, Diane. “Dealing in Toxins on the Wrong Side of the Tracks: Lessons from a Hazardous Waste Controversy in Phoenix.” Social Science Quarterly 89, no. 5 (2008): 1136–52. http://www.jstor.org/stable/42956367.

Enduring a difficult childhood in South Phoenix with drug-addicted parents, young Carin Nguyen moved schools frequently due to an unstable home environment and was bullied for being white in predominantly minority schools. While still in high school, she found herself unexpectedly pregnant. Determined to provide a stable home for her baby, Carin bought a house at eighteen. She worked multiple jobs while attending community college and raising her daughter as a single mother. In 2003, Carin got into real estate and achieved tremendous success, impressively becoming the country's number two real estate agent for sales volume during the housing crisis. She sold nearly 900 bank-owned and foreclosed properties in one year, amounting to $89 million in sales. After working for several prominent brokerages and opening her own, Carin spent nine years with Keller Williams before moving to her current company, Real Broker, which offers a revenue share model. She focuses on creating wealth-building opportunities for her agents through training programs, teaching financial literacy, and providing net worth tracking. Carin's daughter and son now work alongside her in the family real estate business. From overcoming adversity in her youth to entrepreneurial success in real estate and creating a legacy for her family, Carin's journey has been remarkable.

Join hosts Summer and Ele in this thought-provoking episode of their podcast as they dive deep into the intriguing world of the peer-reviewed article titled "Geography of Despair." Through an engaging discussion, they examine the scope of the authors' research and its profound relevance to the vibrant community of South Phoenix.Reference: Bolin, Bob & Grineski, S. & Collins, T.. (2005). The geography of despair: Environmental racism and the making of South Phoenix, Arizona, USA. Human Ecology Review. 12. 156-168. Music: Season 3 music is provided by Susanna Velarde Covarrubias.

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Links: www.ServantMindedLeadership.com www.YouTube.com/@ServantMindedLeadership https://www.linkedin.com/in/servantmindedleadership/Bio:With 20+ years of leadership experience, and over a dozen years of working to develop great leadership qualities in others, Jon is passionate about empowering dynamic leaders who are equipped to change the world! He believes that it is only through servant-leadership, rooted in love that leaders can leave a legacy that outlasts any business success. Jon got his entrepreneurial start growing up in the foothills of Colorado, where he provided lawncare and lemonade stands for his neighbors at only seven years old. At age 11, he had multiple business pursuits, and began karate classes at the local Boys and Girls Club. By age 12 he made use of his “firstborn” natural leader tendencies, teaching his first class. When his family moved to Arizona, he got his first W2 job, quickly becoming the go-to person at the local Safeway. At age 17, he was given his own martial arts class to teach and by the time he was 19, he was leading 15 classes totaling over 500 students. Unfortunately, the bright star was not mature enough for his early success. Before he turned 20, he made what he describes as “the stupidest decision of (his) life”, choosing to accompany 3 of his friends in the arson of a building in South Phoenix, which left his best friend dead and sent Jon to prison! Jon was able to redeem the terrible situation by first addressing his own character flaws and using every day productively: participating in every rehabilitation class offered, completing multiple certificates and degrees, and actually rooting himself in the faith that he had previously pretended to hold. Because of his transformation, he was given many opportunities to empower others in their success. By the time he was released, Jon had been instrumental in the development of the Inmate Peer Program—creating and facilitating rehabilitation classes, and other opportunities that provided tools for success to those who wanted to leave a life of crime and return to society as productive, contributing members. After release, Jon has enjoyed the privilege of being the training manager for an international specialty logistics company, consulting for multiple multi-million-dollar businesses, being a keynote speaker, sharing his story of hope, and serving in his church. He is now pursuing his passion for empowering leaders by providing leadership consulting, training, and workshops for organizations which value servant-minded leadership that is rooted in love.

Soil: The Easiest Way to Get Great ResultsA Garden Chat with Zach BrooksLet's talk about the science and the beauty of the soil that our food grows in. Zach Brooks joins us to share his secrets on making organic, no-till gardening the laziest and easiest way to get great results. Zach's work at Arizona Worm Farm has given him a chance to experiment with a variety of soil building methods and he shares what he has learned. On the last Tuesday every month we host The Urban Farm Garden Chats where Greg Peterson has a relaxed conversation in a Zoom room with a special guest to cover useful gardening topics, and they answer questions from the live listening audience. To join us for the next event, go to www.GardenChat.orgZach semi-retired from Healthcare Management at age 42 when his consulting company went public. And when his first of three grandchildren were born, he went back to Arizona State University to get a second Masters Degree, in Sustainability. Frustrated that most causes of climate change were not only fixable – but fixable with “off the shelf” practices and technologies, Zach set out to prove that an off-the-grid lifestyle could be every bit as comfortable as a wasteful lifestyle and have a positive impact on the environment. Five years ago he bought 10 acres in South Phoenix and began Arizona Worm Farm and started experimenting.Mentioned in this episode:Worm Composting Class and Worm bin discountWorm Composting Class and Worm bin discountWorm Composting Class and Worm bin discountWorm Composting Class and Worm bin discount

Meet Herbert Washington who is with the Phoenix Boys Choir. Herbert opens up about his childhood and how his life changed in a way he couldn't imagine being the path of his destiny and his childhood dream. Herbert's childhood wasn't ideal from a child's eyes. He never met his father or older brother. His mother had schizophrenia. At 7, he was taken out of South Phoenix by child welfare services and sent to live in foster care for several months before living with his aunt, uncle, and cousin in Tempe. It wasn't ideal yet again and his life rapidly changed yet again when he was kicked out at 14 and taken into the home of a friend's family and found his security and felt safe to be different in chasing a dream and talent with his gift of singing and performing. Contact: Herbert.Washington@BoysChoir.org --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storiesofhope/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/storiesofhope/support

Brian Echols: Stars Are Actually Made; Not Just Born Brian Echols has a gift for developing young athletes to becoming the best the can be; on and off the field. As a former professional athlete, he knows what it takes to perform at the highest level both physically and mentally. As a coach and mentor beyond his playing days, he is now using that knowledge to steer the next generation of star performers, including his own sons and daughter, towards greatness in the game while being great, well-grounded humans in the process. Join us on The Conscious Vibe to learn more about Brian and his journey of Faith, Family, Community and Athletics. Brian Echols is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan. As an outstanding High School Athlete, Brian Echols earned an Athletic Scholarship to Michigan State University in 1993-1996. Brian was a starter on Special Teams as a freshman and later earned the position of Safety. While at Michigan State he majored in Criminal Justice and minored in Sociology. Brian went on to fulfill his dream of becoming a professional athlete and played with the New York Jets and the San Francisco Forty-Niners in 1996. He finished his career in 2000 with the FFFA in Europe with the Iron Mask. As an educator and father of three, Brian Echols is very passionate about the future of our youth and believes that through Ultimate Development he will be able to guide the youth of today to become the dynamic leaders of tomorrow. Brian moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 2002. After moving to Phoenix he began his work with the valleys youth as a Behavior Monitor with the Dysart Unified School District. In 2003 he began working for Sabis International Charter School in South Phoenix as a Behavior Counselor. That year he also began coaching football at South Point High School leading the team to an undefeated season. Brian then went on to teach Life Skills and Character Development to the young men at Estrella High School in Avondale, Arizona from 2006-2008. At Estrella High School he also coached the boys basketball and football leading both teams to undefeated seasons during the 2006-2007 school year. His presence at Estrella High School had such a positive and profound effect on the overall campus climate; there was a great decline in discipline issues. The Character Development and Life Skills curriculum he created gave the students he worked with a hopeful and positive outlook on their future. From to 2010 to 2014 Brian was involved with RBI of Arizona, training youth, collegiate and professional athletes. He helped them develop physical and mental strength while enhancing their psychological advantages for their sport. Brian currently is the Founder and Head Trainer of Ultimate Development Athletics in which he promotes mentoring and coaching athletes through Faith, Family, Community, and Athletics since 2006. Brian is also the Director of Athletics at Skyline Education Inc. This places him over the Athletics at Gila River D-5, Skyline Prep, and AZ Compass Prep. In this role he oversees all Athletic Directors ensuring that the academics and athletics are aligned with NCAA educational standards. Along with athletics and education Brian prepares the student athletes by instilling the XV Pillars of Excellence, just to name a few; Character, Integrity, Respectable, and Accountability. Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/37Q0D8n Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/39QiTRD Listen on Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2VW7sQc www.tcvpodcast.com Recorded at PS Studios | Scottsdale, Arizona

Brian Echols: Stars Are Actually Made; Not Just Born Brian Echols has a gift for developing young athletes to becoming the best the can be; on and off the field. As a former professional athlete, he knows what it takes to perform at the highest level both physically and mentally. As a coach and mentor beyond his playing days, he is now using that knowledge to steer the next generation of star performers, including his own sons and daughter, towards greatness in the game while being great, well-grounded humans in the process. Join us on The Conscious Vibe to learn more about Brian and his journey of Faith, Family, Community and Athletics. Brian Echols is a native of Benton Harbor, Michigan. As an outstanding High School Athlete, Brian Echols earned an Athletic Scholarship to Michigan State University in 1993-1996. Brian was a starter on Special Teams as a freshman and later earned the position of Safety. While at Michigan State he majored in Criminal Justice and minored in Sociology. Brian went on to fulfill his dream of becoming a professional athlete and played with the New York Jets and the San Francisco Forty-Niners in 1996. He finished his career in 2000 with the FFFA in Europe with the Iron Mask. As an educator and father of three, Brian Echols is very passionate about the future of our youth and believes that through Ultimate Development he will be able to guide the youth of today to become the dynamic leaders of tomorrow. Brian moved to Phoenix, Arizona in 2002. After moving to Phoenix he began his work with the valleys youth as a Behavior Monitor with the Dysart Unified School District. In 2003 he began working for Sabis International Charter School in South Phoenix as a Behavior Counselor. That year he also began coaching football at South Point High School leading the team to an undefeated season. Brian then went on to teach Life Skills and Character Development to the young men at Estrella High School in Avondale, Arizona from 2006-2008. At Estrella High School he also coached the boys basketball and football leading both teams to undefeated seasons during the 2006-2007 school year. His presence at Estrella High School had such a positive and profound effect on the overall campus climate; there was a great decline in discipline issues. The Character Development and Life Skills curriculum he created gave the students he worked with a hopeful and positive outlook on their future. From to 2010 to 2014 Brian was involved with RBI of Arizona, training youth, collegiate and professional athletes. He helped them develop physical and mental strength while enhancing their psychological advantages for their sport. Brian currently is the Founder and Head Trainer of Ultimate Development Athletics in which he promotes mentoring and coaching athletes through Faith, Family, Community, and Athletics since 2006. Brian is also the Director of Athletics at Skyline Education Inc. This places him over the Athletics at Gila River D-5, Skyline Prep, and AZ Compass Prep. In this role he oversees all Athletic Directors ensuring that the academics and athletics are aligned with NCAA educational standards. Along with athletics and education Brian prepares the student athletes by instilling the XV Pillars of Excellence, just to name a few; Character, Integrity, Respectable, and Accountability. Listen on Spotify: https://spoti.fi/37Q0D8n Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/39QiTRD Listen on Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2VW7sQc www.tcvpodcast.com Recorded at PS Studios | Scottsdale, Arizona

Tree whisperer, Ernest Lerma wants to heal himself and his community through trees! He is the CEO of  Waffle Forest, the world's first eco-friendly, carbon reducing smart forest. He and his team are rehabilitating land in South Phoenix and reducing carbon emissions through a process of reforestation and geo engineering. He is also a master in web development, and digital marketing.In this episode Ernest and I talk about our similar upbringing in Phoenix, healing, how he got Nobel Peace Prize winner Riccardo Valentini on his team and much more! He is doing great things for the world through his non profit, so please sign his petition or donate, linked below. This is a great episode, go listen now! Connect with Ernest!Website: https://www.waffleforest.org/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/waffleforestInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/waffleforest/Change.org PetitionResources Mentioned in This Episode!Book: Awake the Giant Within by Tony Robbins Les Brown - Motivational Speaker: https://lesbrown.com/Toca Madera: https://www.tocamadera.com/Connect with Me!Website: https://www.jennextdoorpodcast.com/aboutInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennextdoorpodcast/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennextdoorpodcastIf You Have A Goal or Vision, Go After It! Don't Overthink! 

This week on Breaking Battlegrounds, Chuck and Sam re joined by Andy Gould, former Arizona Supreme Court Justice and current candidate for Attorney General. Later in the show, Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer stops by the studio to give us an update on this year's primary election. -Andy's path to public service began with his parents. Growing up, the Gould family never had a lot of material success, but they were rich in far greater ways. Andy's parents were good, hard-working people of great faith who stressed the importance of integrity, honesty and humility – values that inspired him to pursue a career in law. As a  prosecutor in Yuma, Andy tried every type of criminal case imaginable, including the prosecution of criminal organizations located in Mexico. In 2001, Andy was appointed by the Governor to fill a vacant seat on the Yuma County Superior Court, where he served in that capacity for eleven years. In 2006, while serving on the Superior Court bench, he was appointed as  the Presiding Judge for Yuma County. In 2012, Andy was appointed to the Arizona Court of Appeals until he was given the honor of being appointed as Justice to the Arizona Supreme Court in 2016. Arizona needs an Attorney General who will be ready on day one to go to court and fight for their rights, and Andy Gould is the right person for the job. Andy understands the legal challenges facing Arizona because he has spent more than 30 years addressing and presiding over the most complex civil and criminal cases in the State. To show his commitment, Andy has stepped down from the Arizona Supreme Court – a decision that not many before him have made. But to quote Thomas Paine, “these are the times that try men's souls.” Arizona needs leaders who are willing to sacrifice something for its people, and Andy Gould has proven he will do just that. -Stephen took office as the 30th Maricopa County Recorder on January 4, 2021.  As Maricopa County Recorder, Stephen oversees a staff of approximately 165 full time employees who record over 1 million public documents annually, maintain the county's voter registration database of 2.6 million voters (second largest voting jurisdiction in the United States), and, together with the County Supervisors, administer elections for 62% of Arizona's voters.Prior to taking office, Stephen worked as a transactional lawyer, first at a large international law firm headquartered in Washington, DC, and later at a southwest law firm headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona.   Stephen has also accrued significant business experience, having started or managed several businesses.The race for the Recorder's Office was Stephen's first foray into elected politics.  He won the August 2020 Republican primary by the largest margin of any countywide race, and he defeated the incumbent Democrat in November 3, 2020 general election in a year when Maricopa County chose the Democrat candidates in the presidential and U.S. Senate races by significant margins.Stephen holds a B.A. from Tulane University and a M.A. and J.D. from The University of Chicago.  Stephen lives in South Phoenix with his wife, Lindsay, whom he met at The University of Chicago Law School.-Connect with us:www.breakingbattlegrounds.voteTwitter: www.twitter.com/Breaking_BattleFacebook: www.facebook.com/breakingbattlegroundsInstagram: www.instagram.com/breakingbattlegroundsLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/breakingbattlegrounds This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit breakingbattlegrounds.substack.com

Time and time again, the most oppressed and marginalized suffer from the feckless actions of the privileged and powerful. Whether it's from excessive heat and water scarcity here in the valley or gun violence throughout this supposed country, the most oppressed bear the brunt of capitalist barbarity. In this episode of The Heatwave, we discussed the social effects of noise and environmental pollution in South Phoenix, the aggravating water shortage caused by the Colorado River, the call to action caused by the Robb Elementary School shooting, and the artificial character of heterosexuality. If you're interested in getting in touch with us, feel free to hit us up on Instagram, Twitter, and The Heatwave's Instagram. If you're interested in joining a local org, we highly recommend joining us at Mecha de ASU, PSL Phoenix, or PSL Tucson! Outro song: Refraction - Ghais Guevara The struggle continues, ¡Venceremos!

In this season of the podcast, we decided to address the topic of justice and how we might see more just societies. We've mentioned that we'd be inviting guests, and we had the greatest privilege enjoying conversation with Pastor Aubrey Barnwell, Senior Pastor at First New Life Missionary Baptist Church in South Phoenix. On the issue of justice, Christians have found themselves on opposite sides of the conversation, tensions rising about the varied involvement in social justice and whether we should be so involved. But with countless records of injustice all around us, how exactly do we overcome? Today, we get to share in the insight of someone who's actually been there…and done that.

We often lose the connection between spirituality and social justice, as if the body wasn't also formed by the hands of God, who is spirit. Today, Pastor Barnwell reminds myself, John, and Vermon about how our spirituality extends through our humanity and into society, so that we might, if even a little bit, effect change to see God's will done on earth, as it is in Heaven. Enjoy.

What's up to my energetic eartheaters and sanguine Scottish yaks! Welcome back to the BNP everyone and thank you so much for joining! To my patrons, y'all are the scruff of my Meowzer's neck, I couldn't calm her down without you. I appreciate the support.This episode is a fun one! It begins with the zany audio tidbits you know and love, as well as a voice memo section recorded at the river, diving into the concept of radical empathy. We then visit with neighbor Reinaldo and chat about life in South Phoenix and the absurdity of city zoning laws.  For the second half of the show, I include the audio from the debut episode of Barbarian Yak Fest. The Yak Fest is a new bi-weekly video show I will be co-hosting with fan favorite and independent sleuth, Dr. Sylvie Salinger, PhD. What is the Yak Fest? The Yak Fest is news, analysis and mystic pontification for everyday people, from a philosopher barbarian perspective. BYF aims to reintroduce the human element back into this techno-filtered world. At BYF, we resist the algorithm, by taking back the algorithm, so we can own the means of algorithmic production. Four Pillars of Barbarian Yak Fest are:- Authenticity is Paramount- Resist Transhumanism - Transcend Illusory Right-Left Dichotomy - Rehabilitate Working Class Solidarity In this first episode of the Yak Fest, Sylvie and I discuss the Pfizer data dump and just how damning the numbers are. We ask the question: how is this not bigger news (1 in 35 trial participants DIED)?? We also chat about masks and the Fauci-CDC flip flopping on whether they do a damn thing (spoiler alert: they don't). Finally, we take a look at the corporations cloning cats for $50K a meowzer clone... yikes. LINKS TO THE YAK FEST:Barbarian Yak Fest Episode 1BYF Rumble ChannelHelp the BNP stay on the air for as little as $1/month at www.patreon.com/noetics. When you sign up to be a patron at the $1/month tier, you receive:1) One Dream Interpretation, redeemable any time over email or phone 2) Original Haiku Poem 3) Unlimited Positive Karma! 4) Monthly cargo container shipments of invasive nutria from the Puget Sound. What, you're too good for water rats? Come on man!You can also sign up at other tiers, such as $2/month, $5/month (Two Dream Interpretations) or $50/month (Five Dream Interpretations) and become my own Personal Jesus! One time donation: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/noeticsIG @barbarian_noeticsEmail: barbarian.noetics@gmail.comDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the BNP,  and thank you for spreading the word and telling a friend!!Until next week,be excellent to one anotherand compassionate towards yourself.One Love,Conan (Little Raven)TRACKLIST FOR THIS EPISODE Momma Gravy - GangmakerMomma Gravy - Wet PlanetDykotomi - Corvid CrunkLewis OfMan - Las BañistasHannah Faith - Guava Moon (Mix)Enluv - NoeticVendredi Sur Mer - Chewing GumEl Tigrillo Palma - El Guero PesadoSupport the show (http://www.patreon.com/noetics)

On this episode of the 4WiseMen Podcast, the fellas have a special guest!!! The Beloved Real Estate Agent of South Phoenix and all of the Valley, Cesar Ochoa stops by to talk housing markets and College Football. The fellas also talk the resent disasters of the Tornados that hit out in Kentucky. Big things happening in the world of hip-hop with Meg the Stallion getting her college degree and J.R Smith with a 4.0 in his academics. Speaking of Meg, there's a phenomenal album that recently dropped by a man we are not supposed to like right now. Tory Alone at Prom. Weekly Pick'ems, Movies, Shows and more!!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/4-wisemen-pod/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/4-wisemen-pod/support

In 2006 Phoenix lived through the Summer of Fear as two sets of crime sprees were happening in the neighborhoods of South Phoenix. Stick around to get the conclusion to these cases.

When it comes to life changing events, there is nothing quite like travel. Joseph Diaz is the co-founder of AFAR Media, and he has taken it upon himself to use travel as a way to enrich the lives of the younger generation that doesn't have the same opportunities. There's a lot to be said about going to a completely new place and truly immersing yourself in the culture, and seeing what you can do to contribute to the community.  Listen to this week's episode as he shares #hospitality insights with Dan Ryan today! Takeaways:  The hospitality world has been flipped upside down. In 2019 it was very guest centric, but today it is a two way street. It is a concept that embraces the idea of mutual benefit, and what the guest can bring to the community. A form of hospitality where you put the guest on a pedestal is limiting and creates a fear of messing up. But what the guest truly craves is connection to the place they are visiting. Travel is the best form of education. Getting young people to travel and explore the world will provide them opportunities they might not have ever had and can change their world. You need to create a message to attract people to come visit your town or location not just during tourist season, but at all times of the year. How do we continue to stay open to new experiences? The good, the bad, the ugly? We have natural tendencies to run away from things we don't like, but those experiences are just as important. The generation coming up is more in tune with their values and more open to travel and exploring other communities. Quote of the Show:   1:34 “A 2019 definition of hospitality would be one that is extremely guest centric, where it's focused on the desk, doing everything to make the guests feel welcome, feel at home. You know, there's tons of  definitions that are similar to that in our world. And the way that we're thinking about things today, hospitality for us is a two-way street. It is a concept that really embraces the idea of mutual benefit and what the guests can also contribute to the equation. You know, I think JFK, his famous ‘ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.' Similarly ask, ‘not what your travels can do for you; ask what your travels can do for the communities where you're traveling and the planet in which we are living.'” Links:  Joseph's Profile: https://linkedin.com/in/josephdiaz Company website: www.afar.com Twitter: @JoeDiazAFAR Shout Outs:  0:26 Independent Lodging Congress 5:09 White Lotus 9:01 “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen Covey 9:45 Laura Redmond 9:49 Ben Pundole  13:42 Teach for America 14:13 Rosa Linda Elementary School in South Phoenix, AZ 16:10 JFK  16:16 Peace Corps 26:08 Reykjavik 26:09 Venice 30:20 Asheville, North Carolina 31:45 Vanuatu 36:51: Airbnb 1;04:44 Amika Moran 1;07:08 Staples Ways to Tune In:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0A2XOJvb6mGqEPYJ5bilPX Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/defining-hospitality-podcast/id1573596386 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGVmaW5pbmdob3NwaXRhbGl0eS5saXZlL2ZlZWQueG1s Podbean:  https://www.defininghospitality.live/ YouTube: https://youtu.be/Bl5TRqnVWiw

This week on Broken Potholes, Sam and Chuck are joined by Maricopa County Recorder, Stephen Richer. He was elected in November 2020 and took office January 2021. Since then, Stephen and his office have been at the forefront of the national discussion over election integrity. Prior to his election as Recorder, Stephen worked as a lawyer and business person. He holds a bachelor's degree from Tulane University, a master's degree from the University of Chicago, and a J.D. from the University of Chicago Law School. Stephen and his wife live in South Phoenix.CONNECT WITH USTwitter: https://twitter.com/BrokenPotholesFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/brokenpotholesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brokenpotholes/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/broken-potholesShow notes: www.brokenpotholes.vote This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit breakingbattlegrounds.substack.com

In 2006 Phoenix lived through the Summer of Fear as two sets of crime sprees were happening in the neighborhoods of South Phoenix. The crimes were random and murders were stacking up making residents afraid to leave their homes.

In this episode of HTcML you will hear how Wynston and his love for video games led him to installing video game software on his moms work computer and figuring out how to uninstall before anyone found out.Wynston Waller is an IT professional with over 15 years of experience within the field. Wynston was born and raised in South Phoenix and Tempe. Wynston has two sons Wynston Jr, and Justyn Alexander with his Wife Kweilin Waller who is a Deputy Director for the City of Phoenix. Wynston is a big brother for Big Brother and Big Sisters of Arizona,  a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc, and finally a STEM instructor for Future Stars all of which are means to give back to the community in which he was raised.Wynston started with the City of Phoenix in 2007 with the Development Services Department. During the Great Recession Wynston was reallocated to Phoenix Fire housed in the Maricopa Region 911 group which supported roughly 26 PSAPS (Public Safety Answering Points) on a 24/7 basis. Wynston was promoted to the Water Services Department as a Senior User Technology Specialist where he and his phenomenal staff lead the way on major projects such as the Office365 integration and Toshiba MFD deployments. Wynston was then promoted to Senior Info Tech Systems Specialist for the Phoenix Convention Center. While at the Phoenix Convention Center he and his team successfully turned around a Fire Alarm system which was in a dire state after poor vendor performance, as well as working closely with the Unified Communication Team to upgrade the Convention Center's network and phone system.Wynston is coming to ITS with a Bachelor of Science degree in Emergency Management and Public Safety, A Masters in Business Administration and a Certified Public Administrator certification from ASU. In his free time he enjoys time with the family, streaming his video game play on Twitch, playing in adult basketball leagues, and lifting weights. Wynston seeks to learn and understand how department's conduct their business to better support their staff as customers. Wynston is very excited to join the Unified Communication team.Guest: Wynston Waller Social MediaInstagram: New Breed IT Instagram: Wynzilla GamesYouTube: Wynzilla Host: Shereka JacksonFacebook: Shereka D Jackson Instagram: Shereka Jackson Website: Shereka JacksonLinkedIn: Shereka Jackson

(note: time stamps are without ads & may be off a little) This week Beth and Wendy Discuss the case of Cory Deonn Morris, a Phoenix serial killer and necrophile who killed at least five women in 2002-2003. We dive into the setting (12:34), the killers early life (21:16) and the timeline (24:27).  Then, we get into the investigation & arrest (52:55), "Where are they now?" (59:35) followed by our takeaways and what we think made the perp snap (01:00:08).   As usual we close out the show with some tips on how not to get murdered (01:07:44) and our shout outs (01:09:49).  Thanks for listening! This is a weekly podcast and new episodes drop every Thursday, so until next time... look alive guys, it's crazy out there! 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You can make a donation on the Cash App https://cash.me/$fruitloopspod Or become a monthly Patron through our Podbean Patron page https://patron.podbean.com/fruitloopspod Footnotes Articles/Websites Murderpedia. (n.d.). Cory Morris. Retrieved 06/19/2021 from https://murderpedia.org/male.M/m/morris-cory.htm FindLaw. (06/18/2007). State v Morris. Retrieved 06/19/2021 from https://caselaw.findlaw.com/az-supreme-court/1115506.html Killer.cloud. (n.d.). Cory Deonn Morris. Retrieved 06/19/2021 from https://killer.cloud/serial-killers/show/650/cory-deonn-morris DeFalco, Beth. (04/14/2003). Man admits to strangling five prostitutes, documents say. Arizona Daily Sun. Retrieved 06/19/2021 from https://azdailysun.com/man-admits-to-strangling-five-prostitutes-documents-say/article_08d5a184-d046-5983-88b0-cb6c3c466dcc.html Cizmar, Martin. (12/11/2009). Grand Ave. Group Opposes Liquor License, Says a Serial Killer DJed at Applicant's Old Bar. The New Times. 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Human Ecology Review, 12(2), 156-168. Farzan, Antonia Noori. (03/19/2018). Racist History 101: When Arizona Blocked Spanish Speakers From Voting. The New Times. Retrieved 06/21/2021 from https://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/arizonas-racist-history-blocking-spanish-speakers-from-voting-10239647 Music “Abyss” by Alasen: ●https://soundcloud.com/alasen●https://twitter.com/icemantrap ●https://instagram.com/icemanbass/●https://soundcloud.com/therealfrozenguy● Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License “All Units Respond” and “Dust Free” by Marlene Miller. Used with permission. 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It's the second season of the More and More Every Day Podcast. Join us every day for short (10 minute) episodes to talk all things oral history and challenge yourself with a daily oral history prompt.Today's prompt: Read the article and reflect. As you read this article in preparation of writing your final story for publication, what does it make you think about? Try to explain how your writing will fit within the framework of your personal research.Today's Resources: History Matters, “Interpreting Oral History” http://historymatters.gmu.edu/mse/oral/interpret.html South Phoenix Oral History Project, “After the Interview: Writing Your Story” (p. 19). https://southphoenixoralhistory.files.wordpress.com/2020/10/training-spoh-oral-history-materials-1-1.pdf South Phoenix Oral History Project, “Final Story Writing Lab,” https://youtu.be/odsORCZV2kc South Phoenix Oral History Project, South Phoenix and SMCC Memories: https://southphoenixoralhistory.com/narrators/  Share your progress with us:@SMCChistory (Twitter and Insta)historysouthmountain@gmail.comMore and More Every Day is brought to you by the South Phoenix Oral History Project at South Mountain Community College, in partnership with the Southwest Oral History Association. 

In this episode Michael spoke with Marta Berbes, a professor at the School for the Future of Innovation in Society at Arizona State University. During their conversation, Marta discussed her work on ecosystem service provision in several agricultural communities in Costa Rica and the importance of asking who gets what services, and why? Michael also asked Marta about her emphasis on participatory action research and her more recent work in South Phoenix on resilience and youth perspectives on green space. Marta's website: https://sustainability-innovation.asu.edu/person/marta-berbes/ Marta's paper on ecosystem services in Costa Rica: Berbés-Blázquez, M., M. J. Bunch, P. R. Mulvihill, G. D. Peterson, and B. van Wendel de Joode. 2017. Understanding how access shapes the transformation of ecosystem services to human well-being with an example from Costa Rica. Ecosystem Services 28:320–327. Paper from Jesse Ribot and Nancy Peluso describing the theory of access that Marta mentions: Ribot, J. C., and N. L. Peluso. 2009. A theory of access. Rural sociology 68(2):153–181    

SLM is BAAAAAACK! Fresh start at a new place in South Phoenix where all the fitnessing, content creating and metalling can happen. Thias first of the SLM reboot talks about the new digs, the seven new Crossfit "Girls" and suggestions on how to attack them, as well as a controversial silent protest that Lacuna Coil demonstrated online last week. In addition to the new show, there is a new Patreon account for supporters of the show! Go to patreon.com/strengthlovemetal to become a Power Patrron or Epic Patron, and get some awesome rewards for helping keep the show improving and the host caffeinated!

In this episode Markus Coleman shares his perspective on what it means to be a public servant. At the City of Phoenix everyone is expected to have a mindset of serving their community. We get a peak inside the nation's fifth largest city and the measures they take to ensure job security for their employees as well as how a fortuitous shift for Markus, due to the 2009 economic crisis, set him on a path toward his role today. We also learn what's ahead for light rail in the Valley and what may be ahead for Markus. Being someone dedicated to his lifelong community of South Phoenix, Markus believes you don't move away once you've achieved success. You stay put, investing back in the community of your youth. There may also be some broader public service in Markus' future. I hope for all our sakes, there is, he's someone who gives you a sense of hope about leadership and the future!

Public spaces have the opportunity to reflect and shape the communities they serve. Unfortunately many underserved communities have been systematically excluded from the prosperity and vibrancy that their cities generate for the wealthy. We connect with Mónica Gutiérrez to discuss her experience engaging communities in South Phoenix, her research on #Placemaking and how to be an academic hustler when the odds are stacked against you.   Keep up with Mónica Gutiérrez here:   Twitter: @Moni_SocialWork Website: Mónica Gutiérrez To Learn More about the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Health Policy Research Scholars visit their website.

Movement work isn't cyclical. It never ends. And few people embody the confidence, expertise and perseverance needed to truly change communities more than Shelley Jackson, an organizer, artist, activist and dancer from Phoenix. She joins us to talk about the ills of electoral politics, the importance of creative expression in public education, and offers life advice to Black girls and women everywhere.

I'm thrilled to have Darren Chapman, CEO of Tiger Mountain Foundation join me in studio as he shares his amazing journey from gang life in Los Angeles to now helping South Phoenix build community and resiliency through shared gardens and mentoring.  I hope our conversation is inspiring to you as it was to me. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

July 27th, 2004 - A little known State Senator from Illinois took the stage at the Democratic National Convention and gave America a glimpse into its future. John Kerry accepted the nomination of his party, but it was Barack Obama who made everyone think HE should be the next President of the United States. Hearing Senator Obama tell the story of his origin, bringing together two continents, two families, two completely different paths which merged to forge one man, allowed us to hope. His verse,“We’re not red states, We’re not blue states, We’re the United States of America!” still echoes within the soul of those who worked to turn his candidacy into a Presidency. He showed us that America is still the land where impossible dreams can be made into reality. He gave me, a black man from Chicago, goosebumps.August 26th, 2020 - I was on a Zoom Call, interviewing a little known candidate for a County Supervisor in Maricopa County, Arizona I got those familiar goosebumps. Hearing Jevin Hodge, a young man raised by a single mom, tell you about the time he told his class of underserved students “I Love You” will make you remember the goodness of this country. Listening to him, I felt the love in my heart and the spirit of hope bubbling in my chest. Then, hearing Jevin talk about how to bridge the communication divide between the four generations in our workforce and how to make smart investments to build our future gave me the certainty that he has the mental capacity to keep pace with our ever-changing society. He has the heart to inspire hope and the mind to deliver change.Listening to how confident and competent Jevin is, one could envision him defeating any Arizona Republican in the 2022 Governor’s Race or being in contention for The Presidency in 2028 or 2032 (Yes, he’s that good!). These are the moments where you water the seeds to harvest the bounty of greatness.Jevin is deeply involved in his community. He serves as the Chair of the Booker T. Washington Child Development Center, is the former President of the Tempe Union High Schools Education Foundation, and sits on the boards of several non-profit charitable institutions around Arizona. Professionally, he is the National Engagement Director of LINK Strategic Partners, a strategic communications consulting firm based in Washington, D.C. Leading operations in the Phoenix-area, Jevin works with community partners to design media strategy and manage public relations for governments, non-profits, and businesses hosting major events around the US and abroad.He formerly served as the Vice-Chairman of the Arizona Democratic Party, through which he spent three years traveling across Arizona to engage people civically and learn about the short- and long-term challenges facing those who work, study, and live in our state. Jevin was elected by the ADP’s State Committee twice to serve as the youngest African American statewide official in the entire Democratic Party. He previously chaired committees that succeeded in passing bond and override resolutions for Tempe Elementary and Tempe Union High School Districts, augmenting the education of 50,000 students in Arizona. He is the President of the Booker T. Washington Child Development Center, which provides early childhood education and other services to underserved families in South Phoenix.Jevin Hodge was born in Tempe, Arizona and was raised by Berdetta Hodge, his mother and role model. Berdetta, the first black woman elected in the City of Tempe as the President of the Tempe Union High School District Governing Board, instilled in Jevin and his brother a love for service and community. Jevin has a degree in Public Policy from George Washington University in Washington, D.C.Listen to this podcast… Visit his website JevinHodge.com… Volunteer for and Donate to his movement.Follow him on Twitter or InstagramDownload your own Vote Plan at https://www.voteplan.us/vote-plan/Follow Vote Plan on Social Media:https://www.instagram.com/voteplan2020/https://twitter.com/VotePlan2020Facebook.com/voteplan2020Follow Marquis:TwitterInstagramFacebookMediumDailyKos

Back to School season is usually filled with hope and promise and excitement over another milestone. But this year, Covid has created disruptions in how we do school and many districts and schools still have not finalized their opening plans. While stories abound about parents and their travails, few are asking the big question – What do parents want? Covering that question and more on this special edition of Reality Check are Colleen Dippel, Founder and CEO of Families Empowered (familiesempowered.org), Houston, TX, Janelle Wood, Founder, Black Mothers Forum (blackmothersforums.com)and Microschool Partnership, South Phoenix, AZ, and Keri Rodrigues, Co-Founder and Founding President of National Parents Union (nationalparentsunion.org), Boston, MA. Watch this and more of CER's ACTION Series at https://edreform.com/covid-action/videos/

Moving mountains by changing one mind and one attitude at a time. In This Podcast: Sustaining a community garden that is successful for over 10 years is not an easy endeavor. In this update from repeat podcast guest, Darren Chapman, we gain insight into the organizational growth of a community garden, how they stay relevant, and continue to serve the needs of the community. Listen in for some of the challenges in the neighborhoods surrounding the community garden and how TigerMountain addresses and heals some of those disparities. Don't miss an episode! Click here to sign up for podcast updatesor visit www.urbanfarm.org/podcast Darren is a community pro-activist who has committed his life to helping people. He is Founder and CEO of TigerMountain Foundation, which has implemented Empowerment Initiatives to uplift communities and eliminate blight. TigerMountain's initiatives include community gardens; edible landscape development; audio, visual and performance art; plus community service and volunteerism. The gardens promote healthy living and active lifestyles by feeding, engaging and enfranchising the community. TigerMountain's Asset Based Community Development model was developed with the thought that everyone can and should be connected and feel a part of society. The endgame strategy is urban renewal and community restoration via participants who are encouraged to stay engaged and motivated to keep positive and develop their individual very important assets.  motto is to change one mind and attitude at a time, encouraging all who have been touched to pay it forward, which will undoubtedly make the immediate and surrounding community and world a better place to live. He is from South Central Los Angeles and grew up in L.A. and Phoenix. He currently resides and works in South Phoenix and the Phoenix Metropolitan area. Visit www.urbanfarm.org/tigermountain for the show notes on this episode, and access to our full podcast library! 526: Darren Chapman on Inner City Urban Farming.  

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Tonight, we visited with Tatiana Peña, a Conservative Mother, in the South Phoenix area. She is the child of immigrants, who became a teacher, wife and mother of three. We discussed the issues in her district, and why she wants to run for office. We also talked about the lack of representation for Conservative voices like hers. There is a battle in the Arizona Legislature. Democrats are pushing California Liberal style policies like "Comprehensive Sex Education" in public schools. Tatiana wants to fight against this attempt to re-program Arizona children. She is an advocate for School Choice, affordable housing for the middle class, and an overall Christian Conservative mission. Tatiana gives us a real insight into how she thinks, and what her vision is for the district. Listen and share! Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/penaforaz/ RNHA : https://www.facebook.com/OfficialRNHA/

On This episode we cover a variety of topics including -Last weeks recap -Phoenix Funkeros and Funk Freaks -Popeyes Chicken sandwich -David Koch passes away -Update on South Phoenix light rail -How to Vote -Epstein update -Hawaii telescope protest -Heavens Gate cult -Anunnaki returning in 2022 -and much more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ftgb/support

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On This episode we cover a variety of topics including -Last weeks recap -Phoenix Funkeros and Funk Freaks -Popeyes Chicken sandwich -David Koch passes away -Update on South Phoenix light rail -How to Vote -Epstein update -Hawaii telescope protest -Heavens Gate cult -Anunnaki returning in 2022 -and much more! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/roachclippodcast/support

This week, Bob (http://www.theblueguitarmagazine.org/resources/Blue+Guitar+Fall+2014_FINAL.pdf) and I (https://twitter.com/imogenarate) discuss our respective poems, "Dining at Sunset in Pisa" and "This Picture in My Mind," and family. 1. Check out the Lifelong-Learning Courses on Beatitudes Campus: https://beatitudescampus.org/lifestyle/lifelong-learning/ 2. Get Bob's books here: https://www.amazon.com/Balancing-Act-Poems-Robert-Longoni/dp/193163808X & https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0934910049/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i0 3. Urban farming in South Phoenix: http://www.orchardlearningcenter.org/ & https://www.dbg.org/community/space-of-opportunity Take a listen to also find out poetry events taking place in the valley during the week of August 26th. Picture of Bob Longoni (boblongoni@gmail.com) by Angela Longoni (https://web.facebook.com/acloserlookphotographyaz) #Poetrypodcasts #PoetsandMuses #ImogenArate #BobLongoni #DiningatSunsetinPisa #ThisPictureinMyMind #UniversityofArizonaPoetryCenter #Tuscon #PimaCommunityCollege #RichardShelton #AmericanAcademyofPoets #ContemporaryPoetry #BeatitudesCampus #LifelongLearning #Courseswithexperts #family #NewEngland #Desert #AmberMcCrary #Dine #Navajo #Oodham #PapagoPima #Desertcreatures #SnowWhite #curiosity #PoetLaureates #CharlesSimic #DonaldJustice #RobertFrost #countrygentleman #TuckShop #Illiad #Homer #TheRoadNotTaken #StoppingbyWoodsonaSnowyEvening #Urbanhomesteading #FoodDesert #farmtotable #SowanThai #SpacesofOpportunity #TheOrchardCommunityLearningCenter #ClimateChange #Endangeredspecies #LupeCastro #intergenerationalconnections #immigrantstory #polyglot #Turin #Argentina #BuenosAires #CapeCod #MarthasVineyard #MaryOliver #WildGeese #RosemaryDombrowski #PhoenixPoetLaureate #PhoenixPoetrySeries #ChristopherACokinos #TheUnderneath #GIHousing #NewYorkCityLandmarksPreservationCommission #ILoveLucyChocolateFactory #suburbansprawl #FirstFriday #StoryNights #FairTradeCafe #ChangingHandsBookstore #JackEvans #Caffeinecorridor #ChristyWhite #ScottsdaleMustangLibrary #ASU #PhoenixArtMuseum #CynthiaSchwartzbergEdlow #PinnaJoseph #LittleBoxes #MalvinaReynolds #PeteSeeger #GetMorePlays

Eve Picker: Hey, everyone, this is Eve Picker, and if you listen to this podcast series, you're going to learn how to make some change. Thanks so much for joining us on this podcast. I'm Eve Picker, and my life revolves around cities, real estate, crowdfunding, and change. In this podcast series, we'll be digging deep to discover how we can build better cities by building better buildings. LISTEN TO THE EPISODE AND FIND THE SHOWNOTES AND OTHER LINKS BY CLICKING RIGHT HERE. Eve Picker: Today's feisty guest is Kimber Lanning. Kimber is dedicated to making Arizona a world-class destination and is fiercely proud of the culture of the region. Specifically, Kimber hates injustice. She wants to leave Arizona a better, and more just place than she found it. To this end, Kimber founded both Local First Arizona, and Local First Arizona Foundation - two statewide organizations that work together to strengthen Arizona's economy.   Eve Picker: She's grown Local First Arizona into an organization with five statewide offices and 28 employees, who work on a diverse array of programs, ranging from healthy local food access, entrepreneurial development in under-served communities, and rural community development - each of which plays a part in building sustainable and resilient local economies. If that's not enough, Kimber open Stinkweeds, a record store, when she was just 19 years old, and has moved the store four times over the past 27 years.   Eve Picker: If you want to know more about Kimber after you've listened to this podcast, please visit EvePicker.com, where you'll find links and other goodies on the show notes page, and where you can subscribe to my newsletter on all things real-estate impact. Hello, Kimber, how are you?   Kimber Lanning: I'm doing very well this morning. How are you?   Eve Picker: Good. Good. I would love you to tell us a little about what you've built in Arizona to support your passion.   Kimber Lanning: Absolutely. My background is as a small-business owner. I've had a small business for 32 years now, here in Phoenix. It's a music store, of all things. I started Local First in 2003. Initially my orientation was simply corporate versus local. I wanted to build a better economy by educating and informing people about why the local economy matters and why local businesses matter.   Kimber Lanning: We've really been an organization that has evolved over time, so today we look very different than when we started. We do have the business coalition that I originally envisioned, which is now 3,600 businesses strong - small, medium, and large. In addition, we run some very specific programs that are creating a more diverse and inclusive economy.   Kimber Lanning: The first one is we run a business-accelerator program called Fuerza Local, which is Spanish for, essentially, Stronger Together Local First. It's a business-accelerator program that we teach in Spanish that helps community members not only build successful businesses, but to become bankable, to gain a credit score so they can access capital at fair market rates, and essentially pulling them out of the predatory lenders.   Kimber Lanning: We also run a sustainability department, which is focused on a Green Business Certification program. We run a program called Forum that I think you'd be very interested in that's focused on helping the developing community wrap their arms around the social determinants of health, and better understand health equity, and how the built environment plays a role in that.   Kimber Lanning: The final two programs are food and farming. We do a lot to build healthier food systems in Arizona, and finally, we are the Rural Development Council for the state. We have five statewide offices, and we work diligently in communities of all sizes to help them create entrepreneurial ecosystems and build opportunities for all. That says it, in a nutshell. There's a lot going on.   Eve Picker: Wow. You've built quite an organization I know you have 17 employees and four different offices now.   Kimber Lanning: We actually even have grown bigger than that. We're at 28 today. Yeah, it's been quite a remarkable run. The good news is I'm still as fired up as ever, so who knows what else will happen in the next 10 years.   Eve Picker: Great! That's really great news. Tell us just a little bit about your favorite project at the moment that you're working on.   Kimber Lanning: You know what? I'm going to frame it a little bit differently than 'favorite,' because it's the hardest work I've ever done, and it's in an area in Phoenix called South Phoenix. Like many big cities, this is a part of town that was very racially segregated. The very-much 'white power' control of the city, here, relegated people of color into this area that is south of the river bottom. This is a story that can probably resonate in many cities across America. The river bottom, we use it as a dump, and there's all sorts of toxic sludge in there.   Kimber Lanning: Just recently, the city won funding through a federal grant to expand the light rail into South Phoenix, which, on the one hand, is absolutely fantastic. We want these folks that live here to be able to access high-quality public transportation. It will minimize air pollution, and all the other benefits that come with that.   Kimber Lanning: I happen to live in a city that doesn't have a lot of power in terms of ... I should say they do have the power, but they're refusing to use their power to create zoning regulations that will minimize displacement. While the community is supportive of the light rail, they're very opposed, and fearful of the gentrification that comes with light rail, when there's no transit justice involved, and, clearly, rightfully so. Many of them feel like this is the third time 'you've come for my family to move us out of here.'.   Kimber Lanning: I'm very much involved with a business-assistance plan to try to strengthen, and shore up the businesses that are there, and I'm very active in trying to help those businesses figure out how to buy their own buildings, because, as you know, when wealth moves in, ownership matters. We need to make sure that as many families that have lived there for a long time own their properties as [inaudible] possibly can. That's a big project I'm working on right now. I wouldn't describe it as my favorite, but it's the most challenging thing I've done in my career.   Eve Picker: That's very challenging. What sort of success are you having in helping these business owners purchase the buildings?   Kimber Lanning: So far, we've only been able to help one, and that's just very honest. There's many different facets here. We've had more than one that could qualify, but they don't trust banks enough, so they wouldn't go for the loan. They want to do a cash deal, and they're struggling to find ways to make that happen.   Kimber Lanning: There's a lot of situations where we've actually found people that believed they were purchasing a building, but when they were making their payments, the landlord had actually never sold them the building. He was just collecting the payments [cross talk] There's quite a lot of ... Yeah, there's quite a lot of  unlawful activity in terms of abuse and victimization of people who don't know the laws. We do have one success story. He actually owned his building and he was able to acquire a parking lot that he was using that he had never owned before.   Kimber Lanning: We have a long way to go. I'm looking at models, community land trusts, and other such things. You and I talked about crowdfunding; trying to figure out a way to make that work in a community that doesn't have a lot of collaboration, and certainly a lot of historical trauma that causes justified mistrust.   Eve Picker: Be sure to go to EvePicker.com and sign up for my free educational newsletter about impact real-estate investing. You'll be among the first to hear about new projects you can invest in. That's EvePicker.com. Thanks so much.   Eve Picker: Yes, that's a pretty painful story. The person who purchased the land, can that person help reach others who might be mistrustful?   Kimber Lanning: Yes, we're doing a lot of work to get the word out about that. We actually have submitted 'thief' to the attorney general's office, and we're seeing what legal recourse there might be, so that's in progress.   Eve Picker: Wow, that's really quite a project. Your world does really intersect with real estate quite a lot. Do you think that crowdfunding could help, or do you think that would just be more difficult for these people?   Kimber Lanning: No, I believe it would help. The challenge is there's language barriers. This is a Spanish-preferred part of town. Then, there's certainly trust.   Kimber Lanning: One thing that I find quite interesting in our business-accelerator program, which I mentioned, called Fuerza Local, the way we help people earn a credit score is that they participate in what's called a money pool; in places around the world it's called a tanda, or a cadena. It's been used for centuries around the world, and the way I describe it to people - largely those of us in privilege, who have never faced these kinds of situations - it's a way that families have saved money without paying interest by leveraging friends and family.   Kimber Lanning: Let's just say my car broke down, and I need $1,200 by tomorrow to get it fixed, or I face losing my job, because it's the only transportation that I have. I would call 12, well, 11 friends and family together, and I would ask them each to put $100 into a kitty.   Kimber Lanning: Then, if you can imagine, going around, like on a dial, each of us would put $100 into the kitty in the center each month and a different person in my family would get to take the whole kitty each month. I would take first position and take the whole $1,200; my aunt's getting married next month, she'll take the next $1,200, and we would all continue to pay, for the year, $100 a month.   Kimber Lanning: We've digitized that through a program called eMoneyPool. We put our students, our classes of business owners, into pods of twelve. They're very familiar with a tanda, so we don't have to teach them what a tanda is.   Kimber Lanning: We have to teach them to trust the digital aspect of it - that they'll put their money in, and we're reporting those payments over six months to Experian, so that when they graduate - Experian, the credit bureau - they have an actual credit history. We have relationships with two credit unions that will accept that six-month payment history in lieu of any either bad-credit, or no-credit history to extend them a line of credit for their business.   Kimber Lanning: With crowdfunding, the challenge is not that I don't think it would be helpful; the challenge is how do we build trust? When we first started Fuerza Local, the hardest part was recruiting those first 12 businesses.   Eve Picker: I'm sure.   Kimber Lanning: They had to trust us. They had to believe it was going to work; that it mattered; that a credit score mattered - all of those things; even that access to capital mattered. They were so used to just doing business on a cash basis, and not buying what they couldn't afford, even if it meant inventory that they then couldn't sell. They were hindered significantly in their business.   Kimber Lanning: With crowdfunding, it's a matter of how do we get in there, and show them that this works? Now that we're going, we have about 60 students each semester that we can afford to put through the program, but over 150 apply, now that the word is out that we're a trustworthy organization, that this works, that credit works, that banks are not going to steal all your money - all of those rampant rumors are not true - and that we can actually be a provided, and trusted resource. I think if we can get over that hurdle, Eve, the crowdfunding for real estate will be huge.   Eve Picker: I also wonder, although it doesn't sound like you have great neighbors there who are helping, I wonder if there are people across the nation who might contribute to a fund that a trustworthy group like yourself could control.   Kimber Lanning: Right. I'd be interested in having that conversation. I think that this is a classic case of a very deliberately marginalized community that's not being listened to, and it very much needs support.   Kimber Lanning: I think that if we can get that story out, people would- it would resonate, because whether we're talking about East Chicago, or are certainly communities like New Orleans, and others, where a recovery has been slow, the investment has been slow, and people have been essentially left on their own, and now, we're coming to take their land, essentially ... This is how the system works, and we need to stop it.   Eve Picker: Wow! It's quite a story. When you talk about this, I can't even really think about the buildings. For you, impact is all really all about the people, right?   Kimber Lanning: It's all about the people. This particular place, the one thing we have going is that the real estate was all developed in the '30s, '40s, '50s, so there's a lot of very small-footprint buildings that are stacked up very close to one another with unique ownership. Some of them might have five or six buildings in one parcel.   Kimber Lanning: My point is it will be harder for developers to do massive land acquisitions because there's so many deals that need to be done, and that will perhaps save some of the older buildings, so that we can keep local and independent businesses in them.   Eve Picker: Interesting. Have you thought about recreating new buildings, or a new set of buildings like this, as well? Have you thought about actually finding some land on this corridor, and doing a project? I gather you're a nonprofit, so that could be helpful.   Kimber Lanning: I love that idea. I don't know how to make that work, but what's interesting is the City of Phoenix owns a lot of land in this area, so I'm very curious about getting involved in an RFP process that is putting in, for example, not just commercial space, but affordable housing with local businesses on the ground floor.   Kimber Lanning: I'm really intrigued by this new model that I found in Portland that you may be familiar with, where a nonprofit went in, bought affordable housing; refurbished it, and then had allowed themselves to be bought out of it, as the community members that lived there had bought into it. Residents run businesses on the ground floor, and it's a very healthy and active development. I'm very interested in that model, as well.   Eve Picker: Yeah, it'd be really interesting to see if it would translate, but it sounds like you need to move pretty fast, if that train is coming, right?   Kimber Lanning: That's exactly right. We have to move fast, and the pressure is intense.   Eve Picker: Right. Are there any other current trends in real-estate development that you think could be helpful to you in that area? You see, for example, a lot of market-restaurant trends, which allow small businesses to start in a curated- like incubated space ... Co-working, which shares office space.   Kimber Lanning: Right, right.   Eve Picker: There are people I'm talking to who are building ... I don't even want to call them co-working spaces, but small-.   Kimber Lanning: Almost like an incubator space, yeah.   Eve Picker: Incubator space, but for hands-on businesses, not tech companies [cross talk]   Kimber Lanning: Right, yeah. That's a project that we run in a town called Mesa, which is in the East Valley, here, of the greater Phoenix area. We partnered with community development partners. They were real-estate developers who were very interested in place-based development.   Kimber Lanning: This is an affordable-housing complex. Everyone there is qualified, living below the poverty line, so it's very affordable. It's a new-market tax-credit deal that's right on a light-rail line. They've partnered with us to run a commercial kitchen on site. We teach our Fuerza Local classes there. They invested in a commercial kitchen, which we never would have been able to afford.   Kimber Lanning: We are programming it in ways that are beneficial to their residents. We teach cooking classes for kids, and adults. We have 29 gardening beds so that families can grow their own food on site. There's shared, fun playground area with barbecues, so that families can have indoor/outdoor opportunities, and really build community there.   Kimber Lanning: We're also incubating small businesses. Some of the residents, as well as other people in the neighborhood, are growing catering companies, or foods that they can sell at the farmer's market, which is just down the road, so there's a variety of food-related things happening.   Kimber Lanning: We just started a business-accelerator boot camp that is designed specifically for food entrepreneurs. When they get out of the broad business development, they can go through six courses that are on managing food cost, and mitigating food waste, and very specific to restaurants [cross talk]   Eve Picker: -you're digging in and helping these people build businesses, and learn how to build businesses, and then, the last piece of it is the real estate. When they find something affordable, when gentrification comes, it all kind of falls apart, so ownership becomes really critical, doesn't it?   Kimber Lanning: It does. It really does, and the other piece of that, Eve, is that what we're trying to do is demonstrate a model so that we can encourage the City of Phoenix to include in their RFP ... When they put out an RFP for a city-owned parcel, they could be requiring a ground-floor commercial kitchen, specifically to incubate food entrepreneurs; they could require on-site gardening beds.   Kimber Lanning: We're trying to use that as a model, and then apply pressure to the city on certain parcels - not all of them, obviously, but certain parcels - that we think are important for maintaining affordability, and health equity; we would make that requirement. We've done tours of this property to show the city officials how this is different, and why it matters.   Eve Picker: Wow. So, in the world of real-estate impact and real-estate impact investing, how do you think it might be improved?   Kimber Lanning: For impact investing, I feel that ... I see some impact investing that is focused on systems change, and some that's focused on projects that perhaps are temporary fixes. As good as they are, absent that particular project, it hasn't really implemented long-term change.   Kimber Lanning: I think that this is the million-dollar question. We have so much inequity in the US. There are really great people with a lot of money trying to find ways to invest it. Again, we're going to have to rattle some cages here.   Kimber Lanning: I'm not picking on any particular organization but let's just say you have a giant- some of these giant nonprofit organizations that might be working with kids in communities of color, as an example ... We can, of course, invest in those communities, and we can demonstrate that with the proper education, more of them will be successful.   Kimber Lanning: But, what are we really doing to change the racism that put the system in place that marginalized them in the first place, and limits their ownership? We shouldn't be focusing on the few success stories. We should be focusing on the equity that enables everyone to have an equal opportunity to succeed. That's my point.   Kimber Lanning: What we're doing, essentially, with a lot of philanthropic money in America, is we're buying more pool tables to placate the time of the children who are suffering through the indignities of a racist system. That is unconscionable.   Eve Picker: How do we start to fix that?   Kimber Lanning: Well, I think we need to have an honest conversation around race. I think that many white people that are doing well in this country are very slow, if not opposed to recognizing the privilege that got them there. We need to get there before we can start coming up with actual solutions, because, in order to create equity, we need to be willing to give some things up.   Eve Picker: Yes. It's a very, very difficult conversation, and I think very hard for people to hear each other. I think maybe that's the first step, just getting them to listen to each other.   Kimber Lanning: Agreed. There's a lot of pain. It's escalating. If anybody's not recognizing that it's escalating right now [cross talk].   Eve Picker: Oh, it is escalating. Yeah, I agree. It's escalating very quickly. I don't know if we're going to solve that here, today, Kimber.   Kimber Lanning: We're definitely not going to solve it here, today.   Eve Picker: At least we're talking about it, right?   Kimber Lanning: I think it's the first step. We have to talk about it, and it really ... When you start talking about real estate, and equity, another thing I just would like to touch on is that the financial systems in the United States are very rapidly alienating communities of color, as well.   Kimber Lanning: When you look at the redlining, or specifically, the Big Banks not lending in communities that are primarily people of color, then we have to hold ourselves accountable, as the people who have deposits; that we move our money into places where those deposits will best help support those communities. That may look like community banks, or credit unions, or certainly banks that are owned by people of color.   Kimber Lanning: What I've done is I've moved all of my money into banks that I can see are demonstrating in the communities that I want to preserve, and support, and uplift. We can't simply scratch our heads, and say, "Well, look at all this inequity," if our money is sitting in Bank of America, or Wells Fargo, or JP Morgan Chase.   Kimber Lanning: We need to acknowledge that our money is doing harm. It's invested in private prisons; it's invested in perpetuating the inequities that we see in this country. That would just be one thing that I would ask your listeners to consider is to move their money into smaller, locally owned community banks, or credit unions, where they can be accountable for their money.   Eve Picker: I think it's a great first step; a really great first step. Let's move on. It's hard to know where to move on after this conversation. It's a pretty deep conversation. How do you think we need to think about our cities, and neighborhoods to build better places for everyone?   Kimber Lanning: I think that we need to always be willing to ... The phase that I call peeling back the layers of the onion. A typical analysis might go in, and say this neighborhood is underemployed. There's a high percentage of unemployed, as well as people that are working part-time, or not maximizing their education - whatever that might look like, but sometimes there's an indicator that we completely overlook, like lack of affordable childcare.   Kimber Lanning: When I talk about building great communities, we need to look at all aspects, because when you don't have affordable, quality childcare, you are taking a parent out of the workforce, or putting them in a part-time position, or whatever that might be just to try to be the supportive parent that they need to be.   Kimber Lanning: Especially when we work in rural areas, every worker counts in some of these smaller towns. When we go in, and do an assessment, sometimes they're surprised to hear that the problem is not workforce training; it's not, "Well, these people just don't want to work," which I've heard.   Kimber Lanning: It's that you need to invest in quality childcare, in order to maximize the workers that are there. Believe me, they would love the opportunity, but they don't currently have it. Peeling back the layers of the onion is really important as we begin to think about how to build better places.   Eve Picker: Yeah, I agree. I was somewhere yesterday, where the city's working on a rather large project, and they were talking about a prisoner-release center nearby, and people drifting over to a McDonald's, and hanging out there, and causing all sorts of problems.   Eve Picker: The discussion we had ... They're basically using McDonald's as a safe place to hang out. There isn't anywhere else for them to go. They don't have money; they don't have a job. Perhaps looking at what the work-release center provides is the first step. Not tearing down the McDonald's, right?   Kimber Lanning: Exactly right. That's exactly it. It's a perfect example for when I say peeling back the layers of the onion to look at what are the original causes; what are we dealing with, before we react?   Eve Picker: That's right. I totally agree with that. You've worked a lot in community work, and I'm wondering what community engagement tools you've seen that have worked best, because clearly that's a big struggle [cross talk] to the table?   Kimber Lanning: I'm going to answer that in a few different ways. In rural communities, it's about convening people, talking to them, and really listening to what their needs are, so that you can accurately assess what the challenges are.   Kimber Lanning: I think that in the Latino community, where we're working, you don't need to convene them all in a room. You need to find a few champions, and let those champions tell the story, and it will reverberate. I guess the first step is knowing your audience; knowing the community where you're working, before you implement any sort of strategy.   Kimber Lanning: In rural communities here in Arizona, the opioid crisis has spread out into the rural areas, so much so that we have private-sector employers who will put out an entry level position at, say, $35,000 a year, which, in rural Arizona, is a good wage for a living, and for an entry level position.   Kimber Lanning: They'll say if they get 10 applicants, that five of them won't pass a drug test, and of the remaining five, three of them, on average, will no-show the interview. Of the two that actually show up, if they just hire them because they showed up, essentially, the average length of time they can keep them is six months.   Kimber Lanning: This is a massive workforce crisis, and I don't think that our rural communities are an exception. There's a major problem just under the surface in the US that's workforce-related. You're starting to see more, and more people starting to say, "Wait, we need more people in the trades."   Kimber Lanning: Well, for 20 years, young people were told if you don't go get a four-year degree, you basically should move into the alley, and become a heroin addict, right? Everybody ran and got a four-year degree, and now we don't have people hanging drywall. It's important that we recognize we need people in the trades. Not everyone is going to have a four-year degree.   Eve Picker: Oh, I so agree with you. I so agree with you. Are you going to start a trade school next?   Kimber Lanning: Don't get me started [cross talk]   Eve Picker: -both my children went to trade school, and they were not ready ... They were not ready for college. They both love learning, and they both said it was the best educational experience they had. They loved it.   Kimber Lanning: I have a dear friend whose son knew, in high school, he wanted to be a welder, so he went to a trade school for the last year of high school; got out of that, and landed a job at $45,000 a year, as a welder, that he absolutely loves, and he's doing better than any of his friends who are struggling through community college, and everything else. I think that-   Eve Picker: The interesting things was that when my kids were finishing high school, there wasn't one counselor who would talk to us about trade schools.   Kimber Lanning: Right. Yeah, no, it is a huge bias, and it's going to cost our country mightily.   Eve Picker: You know, I totally agree with you. Not everyone is cut out for college, and not everyone learns very much in college. I think the next step of the problem is the debt they're burdened with. I've hired people with liberal-arts degrees, who can't write a letter, and I really wonder how they ever going to pay back their college debt.   Kimber Lanning: Right.   Eve Picker: It's a crisis.   Kimber Lanning: It's a crisis. That doesn't even touch on the fact that there's not enough of those jobs to go around. Meanwhile, the jobs that actually require hands-on knowledge are available. I can't find a roofer in this city to save my life, right now. They are spread too thin, because there's not enough of them.   Eve Picker: Wow.   Kimber Lanning: One thing I do want to mention that I think that people would be curious to hear about is we have one small town here that's 1,300 people. They suddenly realized that everyone in their town that knew how to be a plumber, an air-conditioning repairman, or a heavy equipment operator was over 65. and just moments away from retirement.   Kimber Lanning: They started a journeyman program, where they took six high-school juniors, and seniors, and, for a year- I think it was actually 18 months, they shadowed, in the field, these professionals, so that by the time the older gentlemen were ready to retire, the younger gentlemen were ready to step into those roles. It was very successful.   Eve Picker: It's like an apprentice program, right?   Kimber Lanning: It is, yeah.   Eve Picker: That's fabulous. Well, we're straying from real-estate impact, but it's very interesting.   Kimber Lanning: Well, yes, and no. We can't develop what we need to develop without the trades. So, to me-.   Eve Picker: It's true; it's true. I'm going to challenge you to start that trade school. It sounds like an opportunity in the making. You'd probably [inaudible] from that. Okay, well then, I have one wrap-up question. Actually, one wrap-up, and then three others that I'd like to ask you, so four questions. Where do you think the future of real-estate impact investing lies, knowing what we know today, and the gaps that exist?   Kimber Lanning: I think it has to lie in a community land trust. I think that we can't retain ownership, as impact investors, in communities that need that ownership. The Portland model that I mentioned ... I think the original acquisition, whether that's done by a group of individuals, or nonprofits, I think they need to allow themselves to be bought out of it by the people who live there so that it becomes a self-reliant entity.   Eve Picker: That sounds like what you're going to be working on next, right?   Kimber Lanning: That's right. That's right.   Eve Picker: Very good. I have three sign-off questions for you. What's the key factor, or what are the key factors that make a real-estate project impactful to you?   Kimber Lanning: I think it has to be acculturated, meaning in the community where you are building, it has to be responsive to that community. El Rancho is 90-percent Latino, and it's responsive to that in that the programming is done in Spanish. The foods that are encouraged, and the equipment, even, that we installed was for people that are going to be making foods like tamales, and other foods that that community enjoys. I also think that-   Eve Picker: And the rest of us enjoy.   Kimber Lanning: Well, the rest of us enjoy, but Grandma that lives there knows how to make the best ones known to mankind, so, it's important that the younger kids be able to learn those heritage foods, and traditions. Providing a space for them to convene, and share is important. I also think the shared space for the kids to play after school, and the barbecues outdoors are very acculturated, as well.   Kimber Lanning: Another thing I will say, in real estate, Latino families tend to be larger, so this is an affordable-housing complex that has two-, three-, and four-bedroom, which you rarely see in affordability. It's usually one-, and two-bedrooms only, because they always say it can't be done. But it can be done, and it must be done. I think place-based would be my first one, and culturally appropriate for the communities that are living there.   Kimber Lanning: Then, the third, that'd be comprehensive and holistic. We need to think about health very broadly. Are there opportunities for the residents to learn new skills, or advance themselves economically on-site? Are there after-school programs for the kids to continue their learning after school? Those questions need to be answered.   Eve Picker: Very good. Other than by raising money, in what ways can involving investors through crowdfunding benefit the impact real-estate developer?   Kimber Lanning: Outside of raising money? I think influence; just influence. I think there are a lot of impact investors that are influencing others' behavior, and perhaps they're not even aware. I think to shine a light, to share, to show what an impact investment they've made has done ... To share those stories, I think, is important.   Eve Picker: Okay. This is my really big one that I have to ask everyone. How do you think real-estate development in the US can be improved?   Kimber Lanning: Oh, my goodness! That-.   Eve Picker: That's a whole podcast, right?   Kimber Lanning: Yeah, it is! I'm in Phoenix, Arizona, where the developers have ruled the earth like the dinosaurs for my entire lifetime. They control the policies; they control our state legislature. If they don't want to build sustainably, they don't have to, because they'll just go and fight the laws, and they always win. They're a powerful bunch.   Kimber Lanning: For me, I think that what I would ask is that they actually are accountable for the outcomes of what they develop. That means that they are accountable for the displacement; that they are accountable for the environmental degradation; that they are accountable for the unaffordability, or their role in crisis.   Kimber Lanning: I think, too often, developers have been trained to build what they want, and they drop new developments in like spaceships from outer space, without even looking around at what was actually needed. Too often, they just replicate what they've done that's been profitable for themselves, rather than considering the rest of us who have to live with the crap they turn out.   Kimber Lanning: Understand walkability. Dropping in an apartment complex that doesn't have any ground-floor activation, in a walkable district, is a crime, and they need to be held accountable for that. I could go on ... I've seen some really [cross talk]   Eve Picker: That's pretty good. That's really holding people accountable. Well, I've really enjoyed talking to you, and thank you very much for joining us.   Kimber Lanning: Same to you!   Eve Picker: And I'm sure we'll be talking again soon, because I really want to talk to you about crowdfunding in your community. I think there's something we could cook up together. I'm sure.   Kimber Lanning: I think so, too. Absolutely. Thanks so much for having me.   Eve Picker: Thank you, Kimber. Bye.   Kimber Lanning: Take care; bye-bye.   Eve Picker: That was Kimber Lanning. I really enjoy talking to her. Kimber gave me three great takeaways. First, the odds are stacked against small businesses. They are not bankable. Second, she's working to stop displacement that she expects will happen with a new light rail in a racially segregated section of South Phoenix. Third, women should rule the world. What did you learn?   Eve Picker: You can read more about Kimber on the show notes page for this podcast at EvePicker.com. While you're there, please consider signing up for my newsletter to find out more about how to make money in real estate, while making some change. Thank you so much for spending your time with Kimber and I, today. We'll talk again soon, but for now, this is Eve Picker signing off to go make some change.  

TIGERMOUNTAIN FOUNDATION Darren Chapman is a community pro-activist who has committed his life to helping people.  He is Founder and CEO of TigerMountain Foundation (a.k.a. TMF), which has implemented Empowerment Initiatives to uplift communities and eliminate blight. TMF’s initiatives are community garden / landscaping development, audio, visual and performance art, community service and volunteerism. The gardens promote healthy living and active lifestyles by feeding, engaging and enfranchising the community. TMF’s Asset Based Community Development model was developed with the thought that anyone and everyone can and should be connected and feel a part of society. The end game strategy is urban renewal and community restoration via participants who are encouraged to stay engaged and motivated to keep positive and develop their individual very important assets. Darren’s motto is to change one mind and attitude at a time, encouraging all who have been touched to pay it forward, which will undoubtedly make the immediate and surrounding community and world a better place to live. Darren currently resides and works in South Phoenix and the Phoenix Metropolitan area. Resources: Follow Tigermountain Foundation Website (http://tigermountainfoundation.org/) Show Music: “The Ropin Pen” By: Trent Willmon Trent Willmon Website (https://www.trentwillmon.com/) MC Podcast Production & Editing: Matt Kirschner Website Right Trac Media (https://www.righttracmedia.com/)  

A conversation on UPDATES: Rx, AHCCCS, Light Rail, Elections, and More, including the high cost of prescription drugs and approaches to make them more affordable, work requirement on many AHCCCS beneficiaries, the light rail going to South Phoenix, and Phoenix Mayoral election, and electric vehicle charging stations.

Rose Turman tells a story during a Sacred Storytelling class at South Mountain Community College. If you want to learn how to be a storyteller, please visit our website at southmountaincc.edu/storytelling.

Panda-episode 1: Pandaloop is lost and hungry in the jungles of South Phoenix. She tries to escape the 5 o'clock hour of four wheeled elephants and two wheeled ostriches racing, honking all around. Pandaloop needs to fill her Panda tummy and finds the temple of Baseline on top of South 48 street mountain. Once inside she is surprised, she finds Pandapaisa already sitting, ready to eat at the golden table of Chanpen Thai Cuisine royal family. Listen to what every kid should know and be ready to expect when Thai cuisine is on the menu. Do not forget to be on the lookout for future Pandaloop World podcasts.

About Delly Everyday: Delly Everyday is an up-and-coming hip-hop artist who grew up in poverty in ghettos of South Phoenix, Arizona. Delly Everyday prides himself with originality, creativity, and catchy wordplay and has been completely dedicated to his craft every day. By doing so, Delly Everyday has catapulted himself ahead of many others artists and created an intense energy for the music industry. His belief is that if you work on your passions every day, than you will excel at it. What’s your favorite movie? The Secret and The Law of Attraction Do you have any upcoming events/products launching that you would like to promote? I will be going on tour for the first time in July (19th-29th). -"If it were easy everybody would do it "Tour -#365 challenge, inspired by Gary Vaynerchuk Hometown, if not Arizona when did you move here: Hometown hero! (Phoenix) What was the first job you ever held: My very first job was at the Harkins inside Arizona Mills. Favorite AZ restaurant, venue, or activity and why: Outside of music my favorite activity would be basketball and more recently golf. Basketball was my first passion and the lessons I learned helped with the work ethic and mentality I use in music. Golf because its really really hard. Who is someone that has had a major impact in the person you are today? My mom. She is the reason I am who I am today. What is your most memorable mistake you have made in your business or career? Not expecting the unexpected. I lost a rap battle and got booed off stage. The biggest obstacle you've overcome: Getting booed off of stage. Advice to someone pursuing a career path in what you do? Really love the art and the process, it will help when things get tough. As well as work hard even when you think no one is watching. Show Notes: Delly Everyday pushing out songs everyday His inspiration from Gary Vaynerchuk His background producing music The first steps to producing music Inspiration and impacts from his music The details of creating music - technical, writer’s block, and more. Pushing out music he doesn’t like Analyzing the data and why it’s important What happens when the last song is posted? Unexpected opportunities - touring Overcoming the gimmick, focusing on the quality Growing through Instagram Recognition, networking, and word-of-mouth 5 years out - where Delly Everyday sees himself The process he goes through everyday - writing, studio time, graphic designers How his music influences others Instagram TV (IGTV) - how that helps him and his music The NBA Draft The Law of Attraction and performing with Big Sean Who would you like to be featured on The Skyler Irvine Show? Let us know at: http://www.skylerirvine.com/ Connect with Delly Everyday on Instagram: @dellyeveryday Listen to Delly Everyday on Soundcloud. And don’t forget to connect with your host, Skyler Irvine, on Instagram: @skylerirvine Thank YOU for supporting us!

State Representative Reginald Bolding is an educator, community leader, and social entrepreneur. Bolding a first generation college student is an outstanding scholar in both education and justice studies. After graduating at the top of his class from the University of Cincinnati, where he earned an undergraduate degree in Criminal Justice and International Security, Reginald turned down a full-ride law school scholarship to become a Special Education teacher in South Phoenix to teach underserved youth. Growing up in an underserved neighborhood himself, Bolding understood firsthand the obstacles and barriers faced by youth and families in these communities and wanted to help create change. He started a non-profit to provide students from low-income communities’ access to internships opportunities at top companies in Arizona. At the age of twenty-eight, Bolding was elected to the Arizona House of Representatives representing downtown Phoenix, South Phoenix, Laveen, Tempe, and the Gila River Indian Community. During his first term, Bolding was one of the most successful Democrats in the Arizona State Legislature. Representative Bolding introduced bills that would increase access to early child education, create tuition free higher education options, and worked to develop job training programs. Additionally, Bolding led a criminal justice reform agenda introducing bills that require body-worn cameras of law enforcement officers, sentencing reform, and reduced private prison contracts. In 2016, Representative Bolding helped launch Veterans Reach to Teach - an initiative to provide veterans an opportunity and pathway to serve as teachers in Arizona classrooms.   TWITTER: @ReginaldBolding FACEBOOK: @Reginald.Bolding INSTAGRAM: @Reginald.Bolding WEBSITE: ReginaldBolding.com Join the Get Woke and Vote Campaign – (Arizona Coalition for Change) www.azc4c.org  TWITTER: @AzC4C FACEBOOK: @AzC4C   To watch this episode go to relentlessmentality.net   Your Host Justin Bayless President & CEO, Bayless Healthcare INSTAGRAM: @JustBayless LINKEDIN: @JustinBayless YOUTUBE: Relentless Mentality  

Hey, it’s only been like half a year… Dena Fox and Big Shoe Stu keep promising more frequent and better podcasts. You’ll have to settle for this one. It’s about as random as we’ve ever been. Please leave a comment, and let us know if you don’t want those Cactus League baseball tickets. We’ll be… Read more: Toys ‘R’nt’ Us, South Phoenix ‘R’ Growing, Baseball ‘R’ Expensive, Smells ‘R’ Free

Everyone talks about Sustainable Fish - but what is the truth?  Dr. George Brooks gives us his insights of Farmed vs Wild Fish.  Information about Ocean polution and impact on fish.  What do we need to know about how to select fish for consumption.  Plus what I want to know - Talapia or no?  Give us the inside scoop on these very interesting topic!  Dr. George Brooks has a Ph.D., in Wildlife and Fisheries from the School of Renewable Natural Resources at the University of Arizona and is an established social, environmental, economic and political leader and business consultant.  Not to mention in his free time he is also on the board of the Arizona Green Chamber (where I met him) and is he is currently working in partnership with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), Mesa Community College and the Roosevelt School District to implement a environmental education grant that will: teach S.T.E.M., create new local economies, improve family wellness teach environmental stewardship and revitalize neighborhoods in South Phoenix and Mesa Arizona. http://www.montereybayaquarium.org/conservation-and-science/our-programs/seafood-watch?gclid=Cj0KCQiAw9nUBRCTARIsAG11eideNofXqmgOoGH5_vEqMoWj8QdAu86v6QfKuJrxg_9UfxZKmS67G-MaAgUREALw_wcB app for Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch is available on Apple App Store and Google Play - so you can check out your seafood while at the store!  Incredible Ability!!! http://nxthorizon.com/Home.html https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/tedx-aquaponics-doing-great-things-food-george-b-brooks-jr-ph-d-/    

Episode 21 with Jessica Beresford, Director of Operations with Father Matters based out of South Phoenix. Podcast Host, Marissa Calderón sits down with Jessica to have a candid conversation about the services Father Matters provides, common misconceptions about the agency, parenting talk and the importance of supporting people of color. More info about Father Matters visit their website here. More info about Jessica Beresford, contact her at jessica@fathermatters.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In Episode 12, Early Childhood Journeys podcast host Marissa, chats with Isabel Garcia, MSW and Program Director at Unlimited Potential in South Phoenix. Unlimited Potential is a non-profit program providing ESL and GED classes for adults with an early childhood education component. Isabel Garcia talks about her social work journey working with children and how she became connected to this grassroots program that primarily serves marginalized populations. Her focus on empowering parents of the program shows her passion for social advocacy. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

On this episode of Career Closeup, we meet up with Tony Kasowski.  Tony is in an enviable position working a job he loves with both altruistic rewards and the ability to make a living.  Together with his cofounder at Phoenix’s St. Vincent De Paul’s Urban Garden, they took on the challenge of converting an old parking lot in South Phoenix and transforming it to a fertile, high yielding farm. Tony’s accomplishments with what was initially believed to be a “cute garden” with now the ability to produce enough fruits and vegetables to feed the less fortunate are a testament to his character, initiative and determination.  Tony found a way to continue his work with the Urban Farm and supplement his income through consulting, teaching, and private contracting work.  However, it was clear in our time with him that the fuel of his enthusiasm are his love of farming and contribution his efforts have in other people’s lives.  We hope you enjoy listening to this episode and you are bound to come away with some valuable knowledge about growing your own garden. We encourage you to join his 15,900+ followers on Instagram @tonygrowsfood, on Facebook he's Tony Kasowski, and keep up with his latest adventures on FarmTrippin.com.    Show Notes:   00:00   Introduction 04:29    Problems with this approach to farming? 08:28   Converting an old parking lot to a fruitful Urban Farm 11:01   Tony’s background 12:53   What got you interested in farming? 15:01   How was the transition from working 9-5 to farming? 17:56   Did you set out to farm as not for profit charitable type work? 23:15   Are you familiar with any other organizations that are doing something similar? 26:13   Do you find it difficult to feed 4,500 people every day? 27:43   How challenging is starting an operation similar to yours, and what resources would you recommend? 31:08   How important has networking been? 33:18   Do you practice crop rotation? 37:01   The impact on volunteers 39:37    What can someone who wants to undertake a similar project expect? 43:34    Where/what do you teach? 45:00    Different farming techniques 47:12    What is the most impressive thing you’ve grown? 48:57    Where do you see farming going in the future? 54:23    What goals would you like to see St. Vincent de Paul undertake in the next five to ten years? 56:25    What would you tell yourself in high school?   Links: St. Vincent de Paul Urban Farm UrbanFarmU podcast/blog Tony’s other Interview https://www.urbanfarm.org/blog/2016/03/22/tony-kasowski/ Article about the health effects of GMO's https://www.aaemonline.org/gmo.php  Tony recommends using YouTube to search for answers to your questions. (Search for Tony Kasowski and you will find different interviews he has done with other farmers.)  

From being an abandoned baby to becoming a successful real estate entrepreneur, Scott Crouch shares his life’s struggles, triumphs and philanthropic work. Scott uses his experience and strong values to not only create his own successes, but to foster it in other business leaders and entrepreneurs throughout the world. Learn how to dream big and inspire others to dream big in today's Grab Life Big Podcast! In this episode, you will learn: Scott's brief bio. Scott's income and net worth. Scott's giving ratio. Scott shares his adoption story. Discovering that entrepreneurial spirit can really grow through real estate. What is on Scott's life's greatest hits album. Scott's bucket list items. The investment that Scott should have done but didn’t. Plus so much more! Scott Crouch began his life as an abandoned baby. Today, he is a successful real estate entrepreneur, directly involved with the sale of billions of dollars of real estate throughout Arizona, California, and Hawaii. In 1966, he was adopted by Don and Marilyn Crouch and was raised in South Phoenix. After graduating from South Mountain High School, Scott attended Arizona State University. After college he began selling resale homes and expanded his interests in Real Estate. In 1993, he was named the New Home Sales Person of the Year in Arizona by the Home Builders Association. In 1997, Scott took a gamble and accepted a position with the Austin, Texas-based Keller Williams Corp. working for co-founder Gary Keller. Thru coaching, training and consulting real estate agents in the Valley, Keller Williams was fast becoming a BOLD force. Since joining Keller Williams International, Scott has successfully helped launch four Keller Williams’ franchises in Scottsdale, Tempe, Ahwatukee and Phoenix, which collectively employ more than 700 agents with more than $1.5 billion in residential real estate sales. In 2005, Crouch was recognized as the 40 under 40 Businessman of the year in the Phoenix Business Journal. Scott Crouch has also been recognized as the Southwest Regions Team Leader of the Year, Coach of the Year, and is a member of the Southwest Region Hall of Fame for Keller Williams. He also co-owns the Northern California and Hawaiian region for Keller Williams International which currently exceeded 11 Billion Dollars in real estate sales, which also enables Scott to coach and consult with some of the top real estate agents in North America. Scott is currently a Keller Williams University International Master Faculty instructor. Constantly motivated by his desire to “help people grow both personally and professionally”, former students say, Scott brings a passionate and energetic teaching style to his students by creating and Given his deep desire to always give back, Scott strives to help children and those less fortunate whenever possible through his philanthropic work. He demonstrates this through his work with the Scottsdale Active 20/30 Club, which was founded to support children’s charities throughout the Valley by hosting special events. He truly believes in the club’s motto that “A man never stands as tall as when he kneels to help a child.” He and his wife Lori have been married for 28 years and have 4 children ranging in age 9-15 Tyler, Zach, Nevaeh and Brycen. The children all attend Desert Garden Montessori School where they are schooled in the Montessori way. He coaches his son’s Little League Baseball and football teams and is active in all of the children’s activities. In 2015 Scott was selected and certified as one of 20 International instructors to teach Gary Keller and Jay Papasan’s ‘The ONE THING’ Workshops as well as KW Kids Can QL course. He also provides coaching and consulting to businesses worldwide. Scott dreams big and inspires others to dream big as well. He always makes the most of each day and is eager to lead and help others in their life journey.

Darren is a community pro-activist who has committed his life to helping people.  He is Founder and CEO of TigerMountain Foundation (a.k.a. TMF), which has implemented Empowerment Initiatives to uplift communities and eliminate blight. Tiger Mountain's initiatives are community garden / landscaping development, audio, visual and performance art, community service and volunteerism. The gardens promote healthy living by growing lush-gardens and feeding the community.  TigerMountain Foundation's Asset Based Community Development model was developed with the thought of urban renewal and restoration of communities. Participants who stay engaged are motivated to keep positive and will develop their individual very important assets. Darren's motto is to change one mind and attitude at a time, encouraging all who have been touched to pay it forward, which will undoubtedly make the immediate community and the world a better place to live. Darren currently resides and works in the Phoenix Metropolitan area. Listen in and learn about: The “path of most resistance” and how that got him to where he is now His young life expectation to not get past age 26 and what happened on his 25th birthday that became his “Aha” moment The inspiration of his Grandparents and their Urban Garden in ‘Fruittown' in South Central Los Angeles Being pro-active and looking for legitimate strains of income to help himself and his community Helping at risk youth to make changes in their own lives Moving to South Phoenix and eventually forming the TigerMountain Foundation His first community garden and how the community reacted How they developed a business plan to offer produce to restaurants and farmers markets What agriscaping is and how they use it in their community How they have gardeners from age 4 up to 84 participating Building an inclusive program for every community despite having a lot to learn about growing a business What TigerMountain's end game strategy is and how Greg Peterson fit into that development How the foundation gives hope to their neighborhoods Who they are working with to help train their participants with skills they can use to develop businesses of their own As well as: Biggest Failures – his story about choosing to live in the mountains for 2-3 years, and the one of learning from the IRS how to properly turn the “legitimate business stream” into a non-profit business Biggest Success –his story of his family and maturing into a person who can positively impact others What drives him to be epic, and His final piece of advice for Urban Farm podcast listeners 

Mark Hart, author, speaker, executive vice president at Lifeteen also known as The Bible Geek helps us appreciate the Mass with his book, Behold the Mystery, A Deeper Understanding of the Mass. Fr. Tom Enneking, osc, Prior Provential talks about the Crosier Village at South Mountain project. Eduardo and Shilow Murillo, community coordinators for Retrovaille […]

Dave Payton: A life of sin can place us on a dangerous path. Many people do not recognize their destructive behavioral patterns, but for others this is a life-style. Sin has no boundaries, and it is capable of destroying the lives of very good people. This book will engage the reader and will expose those things which may have a negative influence in a person's life. It is important to recognize that all sins are forgiven when we place our trust in God. This book contains specific topics designed to promote journalism. While some of these topics are very sensitive, they will also open the door for healing as God will use this time to touch your heart. I hope you enjoy this intimate time with God. ???Dave Payton was born in Portsmouth, Ohio, 1957, and moved to Arizona at the age of five. He was raised in South Phoenix. He grew up in a predominately Hispanic neighborhood. It was in the streets that his lessons were learned. He acquired a different perspective on life as God showed him how to accept others for who they really are. Through much adversity and help along the way, he was able to fight his way to a better life. His tough life gave him compassion for those who suffered. His passion for the less fortunate will always be a soft spot in his heart as he can only thank God for saving him. Mike Bruback chicago cubs pitcher