Best Project Homeless Connect Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 23 - Florida Voices For Health, Fighting To Improve Healthcare for Veterans Not Covered By The V.A. And Floridians Thorough out Florida. 43:02

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Send us a text Ever wondered why so many veterans in Florida struggle to access the healthcare they need? Join us as we unravel this complex issue with two exceptional guests. Nicole Grabner, a seasoned military spouse and veteran, offers a poignant look into her personal journey navigating VA benefits, while Scott Darius, executive director of Flo…

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Voices of Change: "The Intersection of Art, Equity, & Economic Empowerment" 1:01:45

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“So if you have not tapped into community members that you are serving, that you are working with, then you are missing a large, piece of the solution to your problems”. - Heather Heslep Gentrification, displacement, the struggle for ownership... these are the challenges faced by many communities today. But what if art could be the key to preservin…

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Ep. 22 - Combating Hunger and Homelessness: Maura Plante & The Living Hungry Mission 33:07

19d ago33:07

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered how communities can rise together to combat hunger and homelessness? Join us for a compelling conversation with Maura Plante, visionary founder and CEO of Living Hungry, a charity making waves in Delray Beach, Florida. Maura opens up about her journey and mission to address critical issues like poverty, malnutr…

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Ep. 21 - Front Doors and New Beginnings: Adam Nelson, President Of Willow & Palm Construction, Talks About Being A Donor To Veterans Nonprofits 36:08

26d ago36:08

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Send us a text What makes a front door more than just an entryway? Join us as Adam Nelson, president of Willow and Palm Construction, shares his deeply personal journey and his company’s heartfelt dedication to supporting veterans. Inspired by his father's incredible story from Norway to the U.S. and his service during the Vietnam era, Adam explore…

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Ep. 20 - From The Harrowing Experiences Of Deployment, And A Particularly Life-Altering Explosion That Solidified His Resolve To Give Back To His Fellow Veterans. I Talk With Veteran Alex Briggs, Founder ... 36:24

1M ago36:24

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Send us a text What drives a man to transform his life from a software engineer to a soldier, and then to the founder of a nonprofit supporting veterans with TBI and PTSD? Join us as Alex Briggs, the remarkable CEO of Silent Wounds and Warriors Foundation, narrates his gripping journey from civilian life to the front lines in Syria where he encount…

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Ep. 19 - Eric Peterson Talks About His Nonprofit Project Headspace And Timing. Promoting Positive Mental Health Practices To Our Veterans. 31:54

1M ago31:54

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Send us a text What does it take to transition from serving in combat to serving your community? Join us for a profound conversation with Eric Peterson, founder and CEO of Project Headspace and Timing, as he recounts his compelling journey from his early days in Illinois to the battlefields of Afghanistan and Iraq. Eric opens up about the highs and…

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Ep. 18 - Wounded Veteran Relief Fund, Transforming Veteran Lives Through Dental and Financial Support 28:29

1M ago28:29

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Send us a text Ever wondered how critical dental care and financial assistance can transform the lives of veterans? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Mike Durkee, the dedicated executive director of the Wounded Veterans Relief Fund. Mike shares his inspiring journey from his service in the Army to spearheading an organization that provi…

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Ep. 17 - Compass Community Center in Lake Worth Beach, Florida Offers A Wide Variety Of Services To The LGBTQ+ Community In South Florida. 33:18

2M ago33:18

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Send us a text What does it take to build a life dedicated to the mental health and well-being of the LGBTQ community? Get inspired by Catherine Doe's incredible journey, which led her to become the Mental Health Director at Compass Community Center in Lake Worth Beach, Florida. From the early days of the Stop AIDS Project to the comprehensive supp…

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CA Arts & Culture Summit "Arts and Health" panel 1:08:31

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"At the structural level, we don’t make decisions based on evidence. If we did, we would have universal healthcare and basic income. The arts can be part of this shift” - Tasha Golden Join Nefesha Yisra’el from California for the Arts as she introduces our second episode, featuring a powerful panel discussion on the intersection of arts and health.…

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Ep. 16 - Hanley Foundation's Steve Campana Talks About His Journey From First Responder To American Patriots Program Liaison. 31:51

2M ago31:51

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Send us a text Unlock the powerful narrative of Steve Campana, a dedicated first responder who shares his 32-year journey through the highs and lows of Palm Beach County Fire Rescue. From his first steps as a young cadet to his extensive experience as an EMS captain and SWAT medic, Steve opens up about the emotional weight of the job and his person…

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Ep. 15 - WW2, Korean War and Vietnam Veteran James Crider Talks About His 22 Years In The Navy Serving In Three Wars 1:01:21

2M ago1:01:21

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Send us a text What drives a 17-year-old to falsify his age and enlist in the Navy during one of history's most tumultuous periods? Meet James Crider, a Navy veteran whose extraordinary journey began in 1945. From his rebellious enlistment decision to the swift transition from a dairy job to basic training in Maryland, James' story is a rich tapest…

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Ep. 14 - The VA's Proactive Approach To Assisting In The Transition Of Combat Veterans And Those Who Served Post-9/11. Talking With Transitional Patient Advocate, Jose Lopez-Rodriguez from the West Palm ... 34:18

2M ago34:18

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Send us a text Can the transition from military to civilian life be seamless? Join us as we uncover the inner workings of the Military 2 VA (M2VA) program with Jose Lopez Rodriguez, a dedicated Transitional Patient Advocate from the Department of Veterans Affairs in West Palm Beach, Florida. Jose shares the VA's proactive approach to assisting comb…

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Ep. 13 - The Fire Watch - Combating Veteran Suicide Through Community and Training 39:46

3M ago39:46

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Send us a text What happens when a community comes together to combat veteran suicide? In this episode, we welcome Henry Angulo, the Regional Programs Director for the Firewatch in South Florida, who shares the organization's profound mission and its grassroots approach to suicide prevention. Inspired by General Fleming, the Firewatch provides free…

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Ep. 12 - An Update Episode On Our Journey So Far and What's Brewing Ahead 9:59

3M ago9:59

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Send us a text Ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes of the VetsConnection Podcast? Join me, Scott McLean, for an update as we celebrate a major rebranding milestone and some impressive podcast statistics. You’ll discover why we transitioned from Vets Connect to VetsConnection and how this new name better encapsulates our mission. We've surpas…

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The Future of Arts & Culture in California: Keynote Insights from the California Arts & Culture Summit 59:16

3M ago59:16

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"Together we can create a world where arts and culture are recognized and invested in as essential to society, embedded in community life, and intersecting with broader policy change to reshape systems towards equity and justice." - Julie Baker Join us as we kick off our second season, celebrating the vibrant and resilient arts and culture scene th…

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Ep. 11 - From Haiti to the Marines to College Graduate: One Young Veterans Inspiring Journey 41:46

3M ago41:46

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Send us a text What inspired a young boy from Haiti to not only conquer the challenges of immigration but to thrive in academia, athletics, and ultimately serve in the Marine Corps? Join us for an eye-opening conversation with Djery Clement, a Marine veteran and Florida Atlantic University alum. Coming from Haiti to the United States at age 11. Dis…

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Ep.10 - Recorded Live From The West Palm Beach V.A. Wellness and Mental Health Fair. 41:11

3M ago41:11

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Send us a text Unlock the treasure trove of veteran support and heartening tales of triumph over adversity in our latest episode, where empathy meets action. Our vibrant West Palm Beach VA Wellness and Mental Health Fair interviews begin with Catherine Doe from Compass Community Center, who paints a vivid picture of the inclusivity and care offered…

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Ep. 9 -The Legal Aid Society Advocates For Veterans and It’s Free! Attorney's Melva Rozier and Brittany Horton From The Legal Aid Society Of Palm Beach County Explain How It Works. 28:27

3M ago28:27

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Send us a text Discover the unsung heroes of the legal battlefield as I, Scott McLean, sit down with Melva Rozier and Brittany Horton from the Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County. These legal champions are not just attorneys; they're lifelines to veterans in dire need of advocacy and support. Melva, known affectionately as the "veterans whispere…

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Ep. 8 - Teaching Trauma-Conscious Yoga To Veterans With PTSD andTBI. Judy Weaver, Co-Founder Of Connected Warriors. 30:50

4M ago30:50

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Send us a text When Judy Weaver connected her passion for yoga with a commitment to support those bearing the invisible scars of service, Connected Warriors was born. Hear Judy's remarkable tale of overcoming her own health challenges with yoga and how it ignited a mission to bring healing to veterans. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the…

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Ep.7 - From War to Home to Homeless to Recovery. Veteran, John Schrey, National Director of Veterans Affairs for The Haven Talks About His Journey. 25:15

4M ago25:15

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Send us a text When courage falters and the battle within rages, where does a veteran turn? John Schrey, a Marine Corps veteran and our guest from Haven for Heroes, shares his harrowing yet hopeful story of confronting the invisible wounds of war. From the dust of the Afghan conflict zones to the cold grip of homelessness and addiction, John’s jour…

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Ep. 6 - Honoring and Advocating for Women Veterans. Lisa Browne-Banic, Women Veteran's Advocate, Talks About Her Experiences And What's Needed. 36:02

4M ago36:02

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Send us a text My conversation this week is with Lisa Browne- Banic. As Lisa walks us through her incredible life's journey, you'll feel the gravity of her mission and the weight of her achievements. This episode is an intimate exploration of the trials and triumphs faced by women who have served, seen through the eyes of someone who has been on th…

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Ep. 5 - Panhandle Warrior Partnership Doing Great Work For Veterans. Dan Hendrickson, Program Lead, Located In Ft. Walton Beach Florida. 28:39

5M ago28:39

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Send us a text Embarking on a journey laced with bravery and resilience, we sit down with Dan Hendrickson from the Panhandle Warrior Partnership, whose life narrative binds the legacy of a Marine father with his own valorous chapters in the Marine Corps. Dan unveils the tapestry of his experiences, stretching from the technical intricacies of his r…

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Ep. 4 - Mission United, A Key Link Between Veterans And Veteran Nonprofits. Jonathan Oakley, Senior Director, Mission United, United Way Of Palm Beach County. 35:47

5M ago35:47

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Send us a text Imagine unlocking the full potential of support for our veterans. That's exactly what Jonathan Oakley, Senior Director of Mission United at United Way of Palm Beach County, and I delve into in a heart-to-heart conversation about bridging the gap between our nation's heroes and the resources they deserve. Our discussion reveals the in…

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Ep. 3 - Providing Hyperbaric Oxygen Treatments To Veterans With Traumatic Brain Injury And PTSD. Talking With Ashley Williams, 22 Project, Boca Raton, Florida. 30:19

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Send us a text When I first crossed paths with Ashley Williams at a veterans outreach event, I knew I’d stumbled upon someone extraordinary. Her dedication as Program Director for 22 Project shines through as she aids veterans in their battle against traumatic brain injury and PTSD, using hyperbaric oxygen therapy. This episode peels back the curta…

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Discover the Artist Space Trust: Unlocking the Future of Housing for Creatives! 38:25

5M ago38:25

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"The interesting thing about a Land Trust is that it's a split title, we'll split the title and the land trust will own the land forever. And then we'll either sell or lease the housing or creative space on top of it to artists" - Meg Shiffler Welcome to the finale of our series on affordable housing for the creative workforce, brought to you in pa…

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Ep. 2 - Providing Equine Assisted Services For Veterans Diagnosed With PTSD And TBI. Talking With Rhonda Fritzshall And Nongae Johnson, HERD Foundation, Delray Beach, Florida 29:34

5M ago29:34

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Send us a text When Rhonda Fritzshall and Nongae Johnson, the dedicated souls behind HERD Foundation, sat down with me, we didn't just chat about equine-assisted services for veterans - we ventured into the profound impact that horses can have on the human spirit. Rhonda's transition from her farm upbringing and mental health expertise to founding …

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Ep. 1 - Why I Started This Podcast. Welcome To The VetsConnect Podcast 27:09

6M ago27:09

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Send us a text When Air Force veteran Scott McLean steps into the world of equine therapy, he doesn't just find solace; he discovers a new chapter in his life's mission. Join us as Scott recounts his remarkable transition from serving in the military to battling PTSD, and how the power of horses offered an unexpected form of healing. His tenure as …

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How to Buy Your Performance Space | CAST & CounterPulse Real Estate Model 1:00:31

5M ago1:00:31

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"The resilience that we have to live through booms and busts and pandemics and continue to serve the community, continue to drive foot traffic, continue to create economic opportunities for local people to have jobs and work and express themselves is just incredible. So if you're struggling with a storefront or a vacancy or empty space, just rememb…

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REP-SF’s Citywide People’s Plan for Affordable Housing 32:59

7M ago32:59

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“It's about forcing the city to make sure that they build affordable housing. And there's lots of, programs that we have in the Citywide People's Plan that can make, huge steps towards, building affordable housing” - Dyan Ruiz This episode is part of our ongoing Special Series on How the Arts and Culture sector is coming back from the covid 19 pand…

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Proposition E, 2018 & Arts Impact Endowment Update & Discussion & Grants For The Arts 1:16:20

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"I think the action and the continuity of the coalition from Prop S to Prop E went from 40 organizations to 140 organizations. That was something that was huge” - Vin Seaman In this seventh episode of our series focusing on the arts and culture sector's recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic, we bring you highlights from the Co-Production of Arts For …

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How Do Community Based Arts Orgs Secure Sustainable Funding? 1:13:07

9M ago1:13:07

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“Bringing the scale of human life to the community again so that we can kind of start seeing our humanity and our everyday Experiences” - Melissa Abercrombie This episode is from our November 4th 2023 live event co-production with the Petaluma Arts Center, our broadcast partners KPCA 103.3fm and Petaluma Community Access TV and BAVC Media. This spe…

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Meredith Winner - Paint the Void & Lyzette Wanzer - Author of Trauma, Tresses & Truth 33:00

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“I think really being open minded and also really trusting artists is a really big, important factor because. Artists know what they're doing, at least when it comes to making the artwork, that's why people hire them and allow them to have the most creative freedom as possible, really. Usually allows the project to be as best as it can be or as goo…

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Fernando Pujals & Rachel Osajima- How their using the Arts for Economic & Community Development 29:33

9M ago29:33

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"So of course, the pandemic was a struggle for all of us, and so we all know the arts organizations are the first to close and last open, especially the performing arts are really still struggling" - Rachel Osajima This episode is the long form of our one-on-one interview with Fernando Pujals, the Deputy Director of the Mid-Market Business Associat…

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Regional Economic Recovery Through the Arts 59:52

10M ago59:52

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"There's been a lot of talk about, how do you make this sustainable, and there's not one answer, but one piece that is core to that, is really galvanizing and cementing around this notion that arts and culture is already right here and we need to lean into it and value it and uplift it. And in that way it won't be able to be ignored'“ - Fernando Pu…

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Revisiting Artists’ Housing Solutions 50:02

10M ago50:02

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"So looking at how do we build an ecology where affordable housing isn't just a place you stay, it's a place you stay and work and build a business and raise a family and, you know, build the economic resources,for the next step. " - Josh Simon This episode is part of our special series on how the arts and culture sector is coming back from the Cov…

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Ralph Remington of San Francisco Arts Commission - Interview at Arts for a Better Bay Area State of the Arts Summit 8:24

12M ago8:24

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“One of the things that I, would say to this community coming from a repressed community is let’s turn to each other, not on each other. Let’s bond together, and find our commonality, not our differences. Because the enemy, I’ve seen the enemy in Arizona, and it is not us. So when we have small differences with each other, let’s recognize them for …

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Arts for a Better Bay Area State of the Arts Summit – “Economic Recovery in the Arts: Regaining Patrons and Artistic Engagement” Ep 3 53:26

12M ago53:26

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"It's all about partnering artists with small businesses to create site specific installations and that way create more exposure both for the business and for the artists and also to revitalize those corridors" - Vanessa Wilson This is our second episode from the co-production with Arts for a Better Bay Area of the re-launch of the State of the Art…

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Maria Jensen of SOMARTS Cultural Center - Interview at Arts for a Better Bay Area State of the Arts Summit 14:13

1y ago14:13

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“This is a time when the art community's creative expertise and skills and talents are being relied upon. And finally, really seen as major contributors to the local economy.” – Maria Jensen This interview with Maria Jensen is part of our co-production with Arts for a Better Bay Area of the re-launch of the State of the Arts Summit on June 28th, 20…

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Jonathan Moscone Interview at Arts for a Better Bay Area State of the Arts Summit 7:51

1y ago7:51

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"A clean city is not what San Francisco is. San Francisco is a messy city. It’s politically messy, it’s diverse. It fights amongst itself. It is San Francisco and it’s never not gonna be. So, let’s lean into the right kind of messy of San Francisco and artists can get messy. So, let’s get messy." — Jonathan Moscone, Executive Director,California Ar…

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Arts for a Better Bay Area State of the Arts Summit - Opening & Keynotes Ep 2 52:06

1y ago52:06

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“This is a time when the art community's creative expertise and skills and talents are being relied upon. And finally, really seen as major contributors to the local economy.” – Maria Jensen This is our first episode from the co-production with Arts for a Better Bay Area of the re-launch of the State of the Arts Summit on June 28th, 2023 . This epi…

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“The State of Our Arts & Culture Organizations” - Ep 1 Board & Governance 1:09:05

1+ y ago1:09:05

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"We wanna incentivize and give board love too. I think the board is often like the scary people or viewed as the scary people behind the curtains that are doing the work or maybe overseeing or assessing” - Michelle “Mush” Lee, Youth Speaks Our first episode of the special series titled "Insights for Building Your Nonprofit Arts and Culture Board" f…

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Foundations for Social Change 44:13

1+ y ago44:13

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"There's still a lot of public resistance to the idea of giving people in homelessness cash, because, the public doesn't trust people in poverty or people in homelessness, I think that has to be corrected and addressed" - Dr. Jiaying Zhao One of the topics we have focused on through our special Covid-19 series is our unhoused neighbors' lives by or…

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San Francisco's Department of Homelessness & Supportive Housing 1:12:20

1+ y ago1:12:20

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“I volunteer at a safe sober space. I serve on the board of a retreat for healing that happens once a year. I serve on the Board of StartOut which helps LGBTQ + entrepreneurs gain access to mentorship and resources and fundraising to increase our representation as founders of companies. I will always do this work, because these are the same kind of…

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Miracle Money Pilot Program Update 48:34

1+ y ago48:34

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“It breaks my heart as a mother and a teacher almost the, majority of people who are unhoused are families with children. Sleeping in cars, sleeping in garages, and that these families, these moms and dads, aunts and uncles, they work, but again, they can't get enough together to secure safe and affordable housing”-Elizabeth Softky Welcome to our a…

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SKYWATCHERS Ensemble 1:03:48

1+ y ago1:03:48

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"It’s the chemistry of people, who come from very different backgrounds, you have gay, transgender, straight, and different talents and different abilities coming together and making this music and magic"-Shavonne Allen This episode features the voices of the founder of ABD Productions and the Sky Watchers Ensemble program, Anne Bluethenthal, along…

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Election 2022 - California & San Francisco Propositions Explained 1:14:42

2y ago1:14:42

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“We provide education to encourage people to vote and participate in government”-Michelle Moritz Welcome to our 2022 Election Show. Given all the propositions on both a State of California level as well as the usual too many propositions to understand on the City of San Francisco level we wanted to bring together two wonderful subject matter expert…

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The Red Shades - A Trans Super Hero Rock Opera & Z Space 32:26

2y ago32:26

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“The Compton, Cafeteria Riots and Felicia Elizondo's life living in the Tenderloin in the 1960s and trans sex workers who were fighting for their right to survive, connected with the ideas that were coming out of my mind”-Adrienne Price In this our one hundredth episode of our special series on the impact of the ongoing covid-19 pandemic on our non…

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The Reinvention of Downtown San Francisco Part 3 52:23

2y ago52:23

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“I think the, first one that stood out to me is unlike some other cities, the San Francisco city government, is not pushing for these downtown office to housing conversions”- Sarah Wright This is part three of our three episodes exploring how the Covid-19 pandemic is impacting San Francisco's downtown neighborhood and economy along with the efforts…

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The Reinvention of Downtown San Francisco Part 2 48:29

2y ago48:29

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“San Francisco’s tax structures are incentivizing companies to, in some cases just move entirely out of San Francisco”-Anna Tong This is part two of the three stories we are covering on how the Covid-19 pandemic has impacted the downtown of San Francisco and the efforts to address the issues and the reinvention of downtown San Francisco. In this ep…

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Flower Piano - Music for Plants and People in a Park 41:50

2y ago41:50

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“I always say that music is a healthy thing that we do. It's something that we strongly believe that even the flowers and the plants and the trees really enjoy having music being played for them”-Mauro ffortissimo One of the topics we’ve covered in our two plus years of producing this special series on the Covid-19 Pandemic’s impact on our communit…

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