Welcome to the Disruptive Narratives podcast with host, Dr. Brittany Lewis. In these episodes, we will be highlighting people who are impacted by histories and systemic processes of neglect and disinvestment, but do not often have a seat at the table and may not feel seen. This is a space for people that are in a place of radically reimagining a path forward, but NOT necessarily a space for those who are unpersuaded by the need for a better world where Black futures matter. We are focused on ...
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The Uplift San Bernardino Radio Show has a new name: Making Hope Happen! We're not just telling stories—we’re igniting a movement. Every week, we bring you inspiring tales of resilience, perseverance, and transformation alongside deep dives into the issues that shape our lives. Hope isn’t just a feeling; it’s a powerful force for change. Join us as we Make Hope Happen, sparking success and joy in our community.
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Engaging Dialogue on America’s Founding with Esteemed Historians
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Send us a text Join us for a deep dive into America’s founding with two distinguished experts: Jeff Lowe: A master teacher with accolades from the James Madison Memorial Foundation where he is a Senior Fellow, the American Revolution Institute, and the George Washington Teachers Institute. His extensive knowledge and dedication to teaching the nati…
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Defying the Odds: Chris Hogan’s Journey Through Dual Cancer Diagnoses with Dr. Jibara
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Send us a text In this powerful episode, we sit down with Chris Hogan, a remarkable individual who faced the unimaginable—two cancer diagnoses at once, including stage 3 kidney cancer. Joined by his dedicated urology oncologist, Dr. Jibara from Kaiser Permanente in San Bernardino County, Chris shares his incredible journey of resilience, hope, and …
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Send us a text Financial contributor, Adam Russell, talks money and the economy in the IE and around the country. Utilizing a 32 year career of retail, business, commercial and corporate banking and combining that with business ownership, I can assist you or your clients with improving various facets of your business. With a focus on financial fore…
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Two young entrepreneurs and advocates, Ulysses Valor and Heather Zappia
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Send us a text Ulysses Valor has overcome so much in his young life, and he has launched a link of journals and tools to help men struggling with mental wellness, followed by Heather Zappia from the Making Hope Happen Foundation. Her work with youth is setting up the next generation to do great things in San Bernardino.…
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Kaiser Permanente Doctors talk about summer health followed by a classic interview with Gigi Hanna from Habitat for Humanity
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Send us a text Kaiser Permanente Doctors share how to stay healthy in the summer heat. Dennis Khalili-Borna, MD, FACSM, FAAFP Physician-in-Charge, Fontana Family Medicine Regional Physician Lead of Sports Medicine, SCPMG Associate Program Director, Sports Medicine Fellowship Program Kaiser Permanente, San Bernardino County Phillip Hsu, MD Departmen…
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Esmeralda Vazquez from the IE Labor Institute and Karen Serrano from Uplift San Bernardino
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Send us a text Esmeralda Vazquez from the IE Labor Institute and Karen Serrano from Uplift San BernardinoBy Erin Brinker
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Nonprofit Executive Coach Jenny Mitchell and a classic interview with author and historian Robert Dallek
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Send us a text Nonprofit Executive Coach Jenny Mitchell and a classic interview with author and historian Robert DallekBy Erin Brinker
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Raven Casas from San Manuel Band of Mission Indians on Missing and Murdered Indigenous People and rising nonprofit leader, Brittany Brown
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Send us a text Raven Casas from San Manuel Band of Mission Indians on Missing and Murdered Indigenous People and rising nonprofit leader, Brittany BrownBy Erin Brinker
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Send us a text Greg Hammer, MD, Stanford School of Medicine professor, physician, best-selling author, and mindfulness expert followed by Adam Russell with a business and economics updateBy Erin Brinker
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April Lewis from CDC Small Business Finance and Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM
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Send us a text April Lewis talks about CDCs Small Business Finance mini-grant for entrepreneurs, and Dr. Carol Osborne talks about aggressive dogs and what to do about them.By Erin Brinker
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Assistant Fire Chief for the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, Ralph Tovar and Legendary Architect and Activist, Gregory Villanueva
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Send us a text Assistant Fire Chief for the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, Ralph Tovar talks about fire safety and preparedness and Legendary Architect and Activist, Gregory Villanueva talks history in Southern California.By Erin Brinker
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Lt. Jennifer Kohrell from the San Bernardino PD and an business and economics update with Adam Russell
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Send us a text Lt. Jennifer Kohrell from the San Bernardino PD and an business and economics update with Adam RussellBy Erin Brinker
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Jill Henderson from the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley followed by two classic interviews with authors Fabian Nicieza and Roben Farzad
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Send us a text Jill Henderson from the Humane Society of San Bernardino Valley followed by two classic interviews with authors Fabian Nicieza (co-creator of Dead Pool) and Roben Farzad (from NPR's Full Disclosure)By Erin Brinker
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Lydie Gutfeld from the City of San Bernardino Parks and Joe Mouawad, General Manager of the Eastern Municipal Water District
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Send us a text Lydie Gutfeld from the City of San Bernardino Parks joins us to talk about the upcoming Festival and Joe Mouawad, General Manager of the Eastern Municipal Water District, chats about water issues and technologies as well as Tap Water Day.By Erin Brinker
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Best of Episode: Heri Garcia, CEO of Thinkwise Credit Union and Laura Harris, CEO of Americans for Indian Opportunity
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Send us a text Best of Episode: Heri Garcia, CEO of Thinkwise Credit Union and Laura Harris, CEO of Americans for Indian OpportunityBy Erin Brinker
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Eric Asiedu and Hyepin Im talk about buying your first home followed by a classic interview with the late New York Times bestselling author, Sue Grafton
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Send us a text Eric Asiedu and Hyepin Im talk about buying your first home followed by a classic interview with the late New York Times bestselling author, Sue GraftonBy Erin Brinker
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Creator of the Berdoo Film, Nishita Matangi and Karina Villasenor from the 100 Mile Club
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Send us a text Creator of the Berdoo Film, Nishita Matangi and Karina Villasenor from the 100 Mile ClubBy Erin Brinker
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Growing Inland Achievement's CEO Ashish Vaidya talks about education and Adam Russell joins us for an update on the economy
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Send us a text Growing Inland Achievement's CEO Ashish Vaidya talks about education and Adam Russell joins us for an update on the economyBy Erin Brinker
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Author and Executive Coach, Judy Wilkins-Smith, and an economics and finance update with Adam Russell
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Send us a text Judy Wilkins-Smith, author of Decoding Your Emotional Blueprint: A Powerful Guide to Transformation Through Disentangling Multigenerational Patterns, discusses her groundbreaking research and approach, followed by our finance and economics expert, Adam Russell.By Erin Brinker
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Historian and Rialto native, Jeff Lowe, followed by CBU Public Health Professor, Melissa Wiggington
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Send us a text Historian and Rialto native Jeff Lowe and educator Tobin Brinker join Erin to discuss the importance of civil discourse, followed by a discussion with CBU Public Health Professor Melissa Wiggington about the importance of heart health.By Erin Brinker
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Pi Kappa Alpha from CSUSB and a classic interview with Melanie Moore, the owner of The Body Quarry
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Send us a text Pi Kappa Alpha (PIKE) fraternity at CSUSB is hosting a fundraiser benefiting the Making Hope Happen Foundation and two of their members joined Erin to talk about it followed by a classic interview with entrepreneur Melanie Moore, owner of The Body Quarry.By Erin Brinker
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Buying a business and economics update with Adam Russell.
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Clint Davis, founder and executive director of CAPSLL on his entrepreneurial journey and a classic interview with author Dean Koontz
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Send us a text Clint Davis, Founder and CEO of CAPSLL, on his entrepreneurial journey followed by a classic interview with author Dean KoontzBy Erin Brinker
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Dr. Connie McReynolds talks about the power of neuro feedback to overcome ADHD, trauma and other challenges followed by our monthly business and economy update with Adam Russell
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Send us a text Dr. Connie McReynolds talks about the power of neurofeedback to overcome ADHD, trauma, and other challenges followed by our monthly business and economy update with Adam Russell.By Erin Brinker
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A Novel Approach to Ending Homelessness with Tiger Todd and How to Heal from Codependency with Dr. Frieda Birnbaum
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Send us a text A Novel Approach to Ending Homelessness with Tiger Todd and How to Heal from Codependency with Dr. Frieda Birnbaum.By Erin Brinker
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Living with Dementia with Julie Leon and Susie Halim followed by a conversation with Dyami Ruiz-Martinez
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Send us a text Dementia hits nearly every family or circle of friends. Executive Director of Blossom Grove Memory Care, Susie Halim, and a woman who walked through the experience with her mother and found unexpected joy, Julie Leon. The second discussion is with an up and coming young adult, Dyami Ruiz-Martinez. He is a graduate of UCI, who is curr…
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Surviving a son's addiction with Ken Guidroz and CSUSB is launching a Physician Assistant program!
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Send us a text Author, Ken Guidroz, joins us to talk about his new book, Letters to My Son in Prison: How a Father and Son Found Forgiveness for an Unforgivable Crime, which details his remarkable tale of forgiveness and gratitude. CSU San Bernardino is launching a Physician Assistants school, and Dr. Sonia Otte joins us to talk about their plans a…
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Executive Coach and Change Maker, Sandy Gledhill followed by Adam Russell's Business and Economy Update
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Send us a text Executive coach and change-maker Sandy Gledhill talks about Capsll, which is changing how we store and share our memories, followed by Adam Russell's Business and Economy Update.By Erin Brinker
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Navigating Special Education in the Public Schools with Attorneys Marsha Johnson and Deliesha Brown and Veteran Teacher, Tobin Brinker
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Send us a text Attorneys Marsha Johnson and Deliesha Brown from Inland Counties Legal Services and Educator Tobin Brinker discuss special education. How to navigate an often opaque system.By Erin Brinker
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Heri Garcia, CEO of Thinkwise Credit Union and Laura Harris, Executive Director of Americans for Indian Opportunity
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Send us a text Two great conversations with Heri "Eddie" Garcia, CEO of Thinkwise Credit Union, and Laura Harris, Executive Director of Americans for Indian Opportunity.By Erin Brinker
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Adam Russell gives us an update on business and the economy followed by a classic interview with documentarian Patrick Forbes
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Send us a text Adam Russell talks about the state of commercial real estate and business followed by a classic interview (2017) with documentarian Patrick Forbes about his movie, The Widow Maker.By Erin Brinker
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Karen DiCarlo from Santa Claus, Inc and Pamela Deans from the Microenterprise Collaborative
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Send us a text Erin sits down with Karen DiCarlo from Santa Claus, Inc. and Pamela Deans from the Microenterprise Collaborative.By Erin Brinker
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Dr. JoAnn Yánez from the Association of Accredited Naturopathic Medical Colleges and Dr. Carole Osborne, DVM
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Send us a text Dr. JoAnn Yánez talks about keeping yourself healthy and well during the stress of the holidays followed by Dr. Carole Osborn, DVM, the holistic veterinarian. Did you know that dogs can get breast cancer too?By Erin Brinker
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Dr. Dale Marsden from Tomorrow's Talent and Adam Russell from Services and Solutions 4 Business
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Send us a text Dr. Dale Marsden from Tomorrow's Talent talks about workforce development, and Adam Russell discusses cybersecurity.By Erin Brinker
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Ann Marie Sakrekoff from Growing Inland Achievement and Nikki Villalobos from the San Bernardino City Libraries
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Send us a Text Message. Ann Marie Sakrekoff from Growing Inland Achievement talks about advancements in education in the Inland Empire, and Nikki Villalobos talks about the fun things going on at the San Bernardino City Libriaries.By Erin Brinker
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Belen Gomez from ILEAP nonprofit and Anthony Parnther, Maestro of the San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra
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Send us a text Belen Gomez is the founder and executive director of ILEAP in Riverside. The Immigration Legal, Educational & Advancement Program (ILEAP) is a non-profit that provides the immigrant community in the Inland Empire the tools and resources to take the LEAP in its advancement through educational and legal services. Anthony Parnther is Ma…
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Quincy Powe and Hassan As-Sidiq: How Do We Address Different Harms Before Moving Forward in Partnership?
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Quincy, Hassan, and Dr. Lewis discuss the relationship between youth and the organizations that provide youth services, and opportunities to evolve and improve those relationships, processes, and systems.By KMOJ-89.9 FM “The People’s Station”
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Economy Update with Adam Russell and Jessica Anguiano from Small Business Majority and Michelle Jimenez from Jimenez Sisters Ranch
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Send us a text It is all about business and economy today with two interviews and three great guests: Jessica Anguiano from Small Business Majority and Michelle Jimenez from Jimenez Sisters Ranch followed by Adam Russell from Services and Solutions for Business.By Erin Brinker
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Quincy Powe and Hassan As-Sidiq: Like Child Support for Homeless Youth
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Hassan and Quincy reflect upon the impact that direct payments can have on young people experiencing homelessness and in need of support, including how things might have been different for each of them if direct payments had been available. Disruptive Narratives with Dr. Brittany Lewis highlights people who are impacted by histories and systemic pr…
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Chaka Mkali: Make Judgement And Suspend Judgement
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Chaka Mkali reflects on finding and refining his own personal work and living his purpose. Plus, Chaka shares how he developed the stage name “I Self Devine.” Disruptive Narratives with Dr. Brittany Lewis highlights people who are impacted by histories and systemic processes of neglect and disinvestment, but do not often have a seat at the table an…
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Conversation about homelessness with Sergio Hernandez from Inland Counties Legal Services and Dr. LaSharnda Beckwith from Lutheran Social Services of So. Cal
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Send us a text Sergio Hernandez is an attorney specializing in housing issues at Inland County Legal Services. Dr. LaSharnda Beckwith is the President/CEO of Lutheran Social Services of Southern California. Together, we are talking about homelessness and housing insecurity in our region.By Erin Brinker
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Chaka Mkali: How Many Huey Ps Were Turned Into Executive Directors?
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Chaka Mkali discusses the role that art played in his upbringing in South Central Los Angeles, and how he came into his own as an artist in Minneapolis. Disruptive Narratives with Dr. Brittany Lewis highlights people who are impacted by histories and systemic processes of neglect and disinvestment, but do not often have a seat at the table and may …
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Entrepreneurs David Friedman and Tansu Philip followed by a classic interview with David Stixrud
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Send us a text David Friedman and Tansu Philip are working to transform San Bernardino through entrepreneurship, economic development, and community engagement. They join Erin to discuss their businesses, like Viva la Boba, and the changing economic and community landscape in the city of San Bernardino. The second interview is a classic with David …
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Genesia Williams: In A Season Of Getting Money, I Don’t Have Money
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Genesia Williams reflects upon the resistance to direct support, and offers perspective on the generational perception of “Black Excellence.” Disruptive Narratives with Dr. Brittany Lewis highlights people who are impacted by histories and systemic processes of neglect and disinvestment, but do not often have a seat at the table and may not feel se…
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Send us a text What to uplift your community? Run for office. Erin sits down with former school board member and city councilman, Tobin Brinker, to give you the information you need to start your journey to become an elected official.By Erin Brinker
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Entrepreneur Brian Navarro followed by classic interviews with Dr. Robin Cook and Alexander Klimburg
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Send us a text Erin interviews Caravanserai SEED 2.0 graduate and entrepreneur, Brian Navarro, about his journey as a business owner followed by two classic interviews with: 1) New York Times Bestselling author, Dr. Robin Cook about his book, Charlatans. To date Robin Cook has written a total of thirty-seven worldwide bestsellers, which have sold h…
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Genesia Williams, member of the Open Road Fund Advisory Committee, discusses the role of direct cash support in promoting Black community wealth, and the importance of Black creativity. Genesia reflects on her family’s life in Chicago, their migration to Minneapolis in pursuit of opportunity, and what it’s been like to realize that opportunity for …
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Ethrophic Burnett: My Children and I Are People, Not Just A Color
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Ethrophic “E” Burnett details her efforts to protect and promote her children’s senses of value and identity while living in Chaska, and what brought her back to North Minneapolis. Disruptive Narratives with Dr. Brittany Lewis highlights people who are impacted by histories and systemic processes of neglect and disinvestment, but do not often have …
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Gerzón Ceseña from Making Hope Happen Foundation and an update from Adam Russell on the economy
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Send us a text Gerzón Ceseña from Making Hope Happen Foundation and an update from Adam Russell from Services and Solutions 4 Business, on the economy.By Erin Brinker
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Ethrophic Burnett: An Opportunity Came With The Unexpected
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Ethrophic “E” Burnett shares her family’s experience with public housing in Chicago and Minneapolis, misconceptions of life in the projects, and the cost of “opportunity” to Black families and communities. Disruptive Narratives with Dr. Brittany Lewis highlights people who are impacted by histories and systemic processes of neglect and disinvestmen…
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