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When a young Eva Kollisch arrives as a refugee in New York in 1940, she finds a community among socialists who share her values and idealism. She soon discovers ‘the cause’ isn’t as idyllic as it seems. Little does she know this is the beginning of a lifelong commitment to activism and her determination to create radical change in ways that include belonging, love and one's full self. In addition to Eva Kollisch’s memoirs Girl in Movement (2000) and The Ground Under My Feet (2014), LBI’s collections include an oral history interview with Eva conducted in 2014 and the papers of Eva’s mother, poet Margarete Kolllisch, which document Eva’s childhood experience on the Kindertransport. Learn more at www.lbi.org/kollisch . Exile is a production of the Leo Baeck Institute , New York | Berlin and Antica Productions . It’s narrated by Mandy Patinkin. Executive Producers include Katrina Onstad, Stuart Coxe, and Bernie Blum. Senior Producer is Debbie Pacheco. Associate Producers are Hailey Choi and Emily Morantz. Research and translation by Isabella Kempf. Sound design and audio mix by Philip Wilson, with help from Cameron McIver. Theme music by Oliver Wickham. Voice acting by Natalia Bushnik. Special thanks to the Kollisch family for the use of Eva’s two memoirs, “Girl in Movement” and “The Ground Under My Feet”, the Sophia Smith Collection at Smith College and their “Voices of Feminism Oral History Project”, and Soundtrack New York.…
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"I find a lot of people don't know about the number of folks who are living in emergency departments because they don't have any other place to go." In this episode, we sit down with Ryan Blackledge, Vice President of Government & External Affairs at Cone Health, which opened its first Winston-Salem urgent care facility in 2024. In part one of our …
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"Ninety percent of the startups fail. So, these are brave folks who are willing to go out there and take a major part of their life and put it behind the business." Winston Starts, an admission-based accelerator in Winston-Salem, is dedicated to helping entrepreneurs successfully scale their businesses to new heights. They provide a development fra…
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STITCH Design Shop is an award-winning architectural and interior design firm based in Winston-Salem with offices across the state and a body of work expanding across the U.S. The premise the team lives by – "'to find a better way,' is something you can hear every one of our 23 employees saying on a regular basis. We're always talking about how we …
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"Important to me to unlock what's already in them. It's about putting a different frame around what people know, validating what people know, making connections between what people know, and putting that in the context of community work." HandsOn Northwest North Carolina mobilizes people and organizations to inspire change within the community. Bas…
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COW is an award-winning UNC School of the Arts (UNCSA) short film about a cargo ship-piloting alien on his livestock abduction route confronted by an angry farmer who sneaks aboard the ship disguised as a cow, with a burning desire for vengeance. The film's producer, Peter Arsenault, and directors Tristan Alkemper and Joe Appel, join us to discuss …
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More than seven million "Visitors come to Forsyth County and spend about a billion dollars annually. That's money in cash registers of local businesses, and that generates $72 million in state and local taxes. It supports 7000 jobs." Since 1983, Visit Winston-Salem, the official tourism marketing organization for Forsyth County, has invested a port…
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"People drive by every day and wave at Ronald, and they don't really know what's happening inside the building. The core of it is Ronald McDonald House provides a home away from home for families who have children receiving medical treatment." Stephanie Beeman, Marketing Manager, and Jolyn Roberts, Chief Hospitality Services Officer, join us to dis…
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"The construction industry is going through a transition right now. For every 100 people that are leaving the construction industry, only seven are replacing them." Jeff McDaniel, CEO and founder of Omniverus, a veteran-owned general contracting company in Winston-Salem, joins us to discuss his entrepreneurial journey, Omniverus' focus on residenti…
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"When people come to us with a need on how to start a business – what markets exist, what partners to consider, funding, social media, a mission statement ... we give it to them through the lens of the African American experience." Calvin Patterson, President of the Winston-Salem Black Chamber of Commerce, joins us to share the organization's 20-ye…
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"We want to be a community for anyone that wants to be involved in sports." Noah Downs, the Director of Core Sports, joins us to discuss the organization's mission and activities. Core Sports, in partnership with NC Fusion, connects and promotes adult sports in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County by creating a community for adults interested in sports…
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Reginald McCaskill, the visionary founder of the Triad & Minority Women’s Business Expo, joins us for an insightful episode as the annual event celebrates its 11th anniversary! The expo has become a cornerstone for business professionals and entrepreneurs in Winston-Salem and throughout the Triad to promote their businesses, network, and gain valua…
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"We want businesses to learn how to work on their business rather than in their business. That's the goal – for a business owner to not be in the daily grind, if at all possible, but to be able to strategically plan, and to look at the future." Martha Larson, Director of the Forsyth Tech Small Business Center, has been in business development for o…
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"We have a duty ... to equip them and give them tools and skills they need to go to the next level." Since 2021, Alesia Hilton, Director of Career Readiness at Greater Winton-Salem, Inc., has led the creation and development of the ASPIRE WS internship program, serving high school juniors and seniors in Title I schools throughout the Winston-Salem/…
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Stephanie Miles and her sister Cherese Blue launched a joint venture to offer direct primary care and mental health services – a first in Winston-Salem. In 2022, they opened Smith's Primary Care & Wellness to ensure their community is cared for physically, mentally, and emotionally, all in one location. Stephanie, a board-certified primary care Nur…
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Imagine your preschooler reading your shopping list and then asking you to add their favorite snack because it wasn't on the list. Children are learning to read as early as age three at Bailey Preschool, recognized as one of the best preschools in Winston-Salem by Kid-Friendly Triad. The preschool utilizes a whole-child approach addressing child he…
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We recently lost a pillar in our community, Mr. William Alexander McClain, lovingly known as Mr. Bill. In memory of someone who gave so much to our community, we'd like to share this episode with you again. Please enjoy the conversation. // At the age of 16, with 8-track tapes of James Brown, BB King, and Aretha Franklin in hand, Bill McClain fell …
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In part two of our conversation with Christy Cox Spencer, president of JKS Incorporated, we chat about her passion project, Robert Hall, a private event space with an eclectic, urban vibe in the Industry Hill neighborhood of Winston-Salem. Christy shares the challenges during the renovations, the story of the authentic 1920s mahogany bar said to ha…
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What do NASCAR, music festivals, bowl games, and Industry Hill have in common? JKS Incorporated – an experiential marketing company based in Winston-Salem with clients across the US. Christy Cox Spencer, president of JKS, joins us to share the excitement of celebrating the company's 40th anniversary and the lessons in resiliency she has learned as …
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Shayna Smith and Tevin Swinson grew up together in Winston-Salem. Years later, they started their careers just days apart at The Winston-Salem Chronicle. Shayna, the marketing communications manager, and Tevin, a senior reporter for The Chronicle, join us to share the history of this multi-award-winning periodical as it marks its 50th anniversary. …
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Banks Shepherd fell in love with college sports at an early age. His parents told him some of his first words as a toddler were related to college sports! Today, Banks is the General Manager for Wake Forest Sports Properties in Winston-Salem and is living his dream. He joins us to share what his team does behind the scenes to create a great fan exp…
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"Transportation is access – and it's access to opportunity." Courtney and Gregory James, co-owners of Support Systems of Forsyth County Transportation, join us to share their entrepreneurial journey. What started as an idea for a supportive service in Winston-Salem has become an award- and multi-grant-winning business in four years, growing its fle…
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"To create the ideas and then for them to see the ideas actually work ... puts people in a different place to take their business to the next level." Micah Ray launched D4 Concepts with his business partner and lifelong friend Mike Witt. These Winston-Salem natives use their talents and experience to help strengthen small businesses with people dev…
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Winston-Salem has had a history of professional ice hockey since 1973, when the Polar Twins played in the Southern Hockey League. Now, fans are supporting the Carolina Thunderbirds in its eighth season with the Federal Hockey League. Co-owner Cary Ross, Head Coach Steve "Harry" Harrison, and Assistant Coach Jon Buttitta, join us to share the team's…
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Carol Davis, Executive Director of SG Atkins Community Development Corporation, joins us to share the historic connection between the organization and Winston-Salem State University. In this pivotal role, Carol is on a mission for equity and social justice to increase the homeownership and business ownership rates in East Winston-Salem. For more th…
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"They have this well-deserved, well-earned feeling of accomplishment that they can learn and tackle these new challenges. They're capable, and they're ready." Dan Wellman, Program Director for Moji Coffee + More, joins us to share his excitement and the mission of Winston Salem's only nonprofit coffee shop that provides meaningful employment and en…
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"The main thing is that they have autonomy and ownership over the destiny of their economic futures." Luke Hoffman, Regional Director, based in Winston-Salem, and Lauren Tudor, Executive Director of the North Carolina Employee Ownership Center, join us to talk about employee participation when they have a stake in a business and are involved in dec…
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"We search for a 'yes.' We look for ways to make deals work." Jamarkus Swinson is a yes-maker – in business and his personal life. He was part of the inaugural cohort of the Piedmont Federal Savings Bank GPS Program, an on-the-job training curriculum meant to recruit candidates of diverse backgrounds to become commercial bankers. In three short yea…
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Hasani Mitchell, Community & Economic Development Program Administrator for Forsyth County Government, joins us to discuss his team's strategic work – from business recruitment and tax incentives to job creation. Hasani identifies and supports opportunities to increase economic development incentives, affordable housing, infrastructure development,…
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In part two of our conversation with Darrell and Abbey Garner, founders of ByGood Coffee in Winston-Salem, we dive into their entrepreneurial background and how Abbey's heritage sparked the creation of ByGood specialty loose-leaf teas. They also "spill the tea" on the next big thing they're working on to build community. Follow GWSI on social media…
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"Our core values are to put people first, listen then respond, innovate continuously, and give back to our community." Founded in Long Island, New York, in 2016, Darrell and Abbey Garner wanted to bring awareness of specialty coffee and loose-leaf tea to the area. During the height of the pandemic, the husband and wife duo relocated their small-bat…
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"If it goes on your floors, it’s in our stores." Blake Cook, District Manager, and Emily Winfrey, Store Manager and Design Consultant for USA Flooring, join us to chat about the meaning behind their motto and why selecting flooring isn't something to jump into lightly. USA Flooring is a full-service flooring retailer with five brick-and-mortar stor…
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The two Aarons of a/perture join us to chat about the art house cinema in the heart of downtown Winston-Salem. Aaron Botts is the theatre manager, and Aaron Kepley is the deputy director of this unique, nonprofit cinema founded by Lawren Desai. A/perture features diverse programming and award-winning films on its screens through partnerships with S…
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Identifying challenges and setbacks that cause stress and anxiety is the goal of Counseling with a Purpose. Founded in 2018 by Winston Under 40 Leadership Award Winner Shawanna Nicole Moore-Geter, her team uses advanced modalities such as brainspotting to help people facilitate change and achieve their goals. "Our real job is to ask the next best q…
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"We all go through things in life, and sometimes you need someone to help you filter through that information." At age 18, Mark Steele, executive director of Solutions for Independence, was paralyzed from his chest to his cervical five level. It was from this point of view, sitting in a wheelchair, that led him into the field of counseling. Mark jo…
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"Every brand is unique and should be presented in a unique way." The ability to think differently about brand creation and design is a concept that Elephant in the Room prides itself on. Chad Cheek, the owner of the award-winning firm, joins us to share ideas on brand design and strategic marketing, collaboration, and his passion and involvement in…
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"Small, small steps will add up to big results in your health." Alice Smith, registered dietitian and founder of Alice Approved, joins us to share ways everyone can fuel their bodies for success. A regularly featured expert on television and stage, she enthusiastically shares actionable steps to achieve wellness goals. Alice's philosophy is simple …
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"Give everyone what you've got and teach it, and they'll be great." From helping his mom in the kitchen growing up to becoming a corporate trainer to help young chefs hone their craft, Brian DePaulis has had a lifelong love of food. He joins us to share his journey of opening Elevated Catering in Winston-Salem, the story behind the name, and his ap…
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Cyrus Bush, a coach and mentor based in Winston-Salem, specializes in helping professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs achieve success in relationships, business, and life through emotional freedom techniques or EFT. Cyrus joins us to share how EFT or tapping can help release negative emotions and limiting beliefs to break down barriers th…
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Kathy Carr, executive director of SECU Family House, joins us in a conversation about this unique non-profit that serves adult patients and their caregivers when they travel to Winston-Salem for medical care. SECU Family House is a compassionate, comfortable alternative to a hospital waiting room or an expensive hotel. For over a decade, thousands …
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Ben Schwab, partner and architect at STITCH Design Shop, joins us to discuss the award-winning architectural and interior design firm that started in Winston-Salem. Now celebrating its 10th anniversary in the City of Arts and Innovation with a recent expansion into Greensboro, Ben shares how the business started and expanded with focuses on commerc…
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The CARes Project is a nonprofit social enterprise and CDFI that offers vehicle financing for those with low and moderate incomes "because it's important for people to be able to get to work." Participants of the program become financially self-sufficient. Clients receive a low-interest car loan, money management skills, a personalized household bu…
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Growing up in a single-parent home, Jeff Davids witnessed his mother work three jobs to make ends meet. He realized that he must do something different to secure his financial future. So, he began building a retirement portfolio. "Everybody starts at zero," says Jeff. The more he learned, the more compelled he was to help his co-workers, especially…
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After a long and rewarding 20-year career with Forsyth County Social Services, Wyomie Watson decided to jump into the world of entrepreneurship. Inspired by her grandmother's love of baking, Wyomie and her husband Eric launched RubyG's Buttercreme Sensations in 2019. The business has grown from a kiosk in Marketplace Mall in Winston-Salem to its ow…
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In 2019, one month after his 22nd birthday, Mack Long took over the reins of Piedmont Disposal, the company his father, Kevin, started in 1999 with just one truck and a couple of dumpsters. Piedmont Disposal has expanded exponentially since its humble beginnings as a site solutions company specializing in commercial dumpster rental, portable restro…
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"When there's someone in need, and they don't have a voice, then you step in and help out." This philosophy shaped the life of Frank Cardenas, Co-Founder of FEDlogic, a federal benefits consulting firm. Growing up as a first-generation Mexican American, he helped his parents navigate and acquire the federal and state benefits they needed for his si…
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In 2009, some people thought the co-founders of Sightsource were out of their minds for launching a custom software development company in the middle of a financial crisis. "Regardless of the overall economic conditions, it's just a good space to be in." Sightsource's CFO and co-founder, Balint Gaspar, joins us to share the story behind this Winsto…
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As a young man growing up in Winston-Salem, Lou Baldwin would walk around downtown with its empty buildings and dusty streets and dream about what it could be. After graduating from UNC, he returned to Winston-Salem and purchased the real estate business his grandfather started in 1928. Lou then began a journey to get involved from a civic standpoi…
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The spirit of entrepreneurship continues to thrive in Winston-Salem, with new businesses opening their doors in unique spaces across our community. Aubrey Linville, owner and partner at Linville Team Partners Commercial Real Estate, sits down with us to reflect on his experience watching downtown come alive and Linville Team's first ten years suppo…
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Winston-Salem: the city of arts, innovation, and made-to-order bagels! We chatted with Marc Singer and Amy Singer Douglass, siblings and two of the three current owners of Bagel Station, which first opened its doors on Oakwood in 1990. Taking over the business in 2016, Amy describes themselves as "stewards" of the business, keeping everything quint…
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Youth, college, and semi-professional soccer have been part of the Triad's sports scene for a long time. We now have even more reason to get excited about the sport with the addition of professional men's soccer. Carolina Core FC, an independent club, will join MLX Next Pro for the 2024 season. Managing Partner Megan Oglesby, President Andy Smith, …
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