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Episode 76: Milwaukee Talkie w/ Dr. Jeanette Mitchell Apr 13, 2020

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A conversational, full-length interview with Dr. Jeanette Mitchell, leadership consultant and 2018 Ultimate Jacken Award Winner.

Dr. Mitchell’s actions steps are:

Be willing to examine who you are and what you have to give to your community

Be willing to share yourself and whatever gifts there are

Run for public office - we need to look at who our leaders, and particularly woman, to step in and make a difference.

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For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Wednesday, or listen online.

Episode 75: What is the Census? Apr 06, 2020

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Every 10 years, residents across the country take the Census. But what is it? And why does it matter? We sit down with Matt Dannenburg and Iuscely Flores from Wisconsin Voices to find out.

Matt and Iuscely’s action steps are:

1. Complete the Census

2. Get at least 3 of your friends and family to complete the Census.

When you’re taking action in your community, share with us! Use #BridgeTheCity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue.

For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Sunday, or listen online.

Episode 74: Milwaukee Talkie w/ Social X MKE Mar 30, 2020

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A conversational, full-length interview with Marquayla Ellison, Ranell Washington, and Tenia Fisher, the President, Vice-President, and Director of Health and Wellness at Social X MKE respectively. We talk about the importance of social connection and what Social X’s post-COVID-19 plans are.

Marquayla, Ranell, and Tenia’s action steps are:

1. Sign up for newsletter at socialxmke.com to stay in touch

2. Stay tuned for more information on Homecoming Week 2020.

3. Tell a friend about Social X

When you’re taking action in your community, share with us! Use #BridgeTheCity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue.

For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Sunday, or listen online.

Episode 73: Election Special w/ Neil Albrecht Mar 26, 2020

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A conversational, full-length interview with Neil Albrecht, executive director at the Milwaukee Election Commission. We go over the entire April 7 and quickly explain what each item is and what they do, so that you can be prepared to vote on or before April 7 NOTE: election specials are not endorsements of the candidates highlighted, and this episode is not an endorsement of any candidates mentioned.

Milwaukee has multiple elections in 2020, including one on April 7. Early voting locations have been shut down due to coronavirus, and it is possible that physical polling places will close on election day for the same reason. To learn more about where and how to vote, visit myvote.wi.gov.

The deadline to register online is March 30. The deadline to request an absentee ballot is April 2 for those who are already registered by March 30.

Neil’s action steps:

1. Vote - you can request an absentee ballot on myvote.wi.gov
2. Be an frequent, informed voter. This is what democracy looks like. You don't need to get a law degree, but you should do a little homework.
3. Become a poll worker to staff election day. You can apply at milwaukee.gov/helpmilwaukeevote

When you’re taking action in your community, share with us! Use #bridgethecity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue.

For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Sunday, or listen online.

Episode 72: COVID-19 Special - Remote Activism Mar 23, 2020

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Hosts Benjamin Rangel and Kacee Ochalek seek out ways to remain active and civically engaged during a time of quarantine, self-isolation, and social distancing. We speak with Angela Harris, a Milwaukee Public School teacher and creator of a local mutual aid network, Angela Lang, Executive Director of Black Leaders Organizing for Communities (BLOC), and Megan O’Halloran, Milwaukee Public School Board Director for District 8. We discuss how residents can support one another during this crisis, how to remain civically engaged, and ways Milwaukee has remained resilient despite difficult times.
To learn more visit:

Milwaukee Community Care and Mutual Aid

Black Leaders Organizing for Communities

Milwaukee Public School

Center for Disease Control

Wisconsin Health and Human Services

My Vote

Census

Megan’s action steps include:

Thank your elected officials

Work at local election sites

Angela Harris’ action steps include:

Reach out to local food pantries

Complete mutual aid Google Form

Stay engaged after all this

Angela Lang’s action steps include:

Donate and amplify organizations doing work to address the crisis

Self-care

When you’re taking action in your community, share with us! Use #bridgethecity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue.

For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Sunday, or listen online.

Episode 71: Milwaukee Talkie w/ Mayor Ehley Mar 16, 2020

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A conversational, full-length interview with the Mayor of Wauwatosa, Kathy Ehley. We talk about collaboration across city lines, the many hats she wears across Milwaukee County, and cross-country motorcycle trips.

Mayor Ehley’s action steps are:

1. Your local government impacts you every day. So get to know elected officials and exactly how they impact your life.
2. Be curious - always look for more information about how your local government works, starting with your city's website.

When you’re taking action in your community, share with us! Use #BridgeTheCity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue.

For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Sunday, or listen online.

Episode 70: Milwaukee Talkie w/ Curate Mar 10, 2020

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A conversational, full-length interview with Taralinda Willis, CEO & Co-Founder, and Riley Steinbrenner, Marketing and Business Development Executive, of Curate. Curate is a Madison based startup that helps organizations utilize civic intelligence from local communities to reduce risk and find opportunities. We discuss the importance of local government, how important the information on the meetings and committees of local government is, and why they think local is the foundation of politics.

Taralinda and Riley’s action steps are:

1. Go vote. Make changes. And do what’s right for you and your community

2. If you want something to happen in your community, there is always someone out there who is a local champion of that issue. Team up!

When you’re taking action in your community, share with us! Use #bridgethecity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue.

For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Sunday, or listen online.

Episode 69: Milwaukee Talkie w/ Sober in the Brew City Mar 03, 2020

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A conversational, full-length interview with Leia Ferrari and Erik Kennedy, two leaders in Milwaukee growing sobriety movement. We talk with Leia and Erik about their journeys to sobriety, challenges with staying sober in one of the drunkest cities in the country,

Leia and Erik’s action steps:

1. Identify your support system. Find a community you can lean on when trying to make changes to your lifestyle.
2. Step outside your comfort zone, don't be afraid to attend events alone sometimes.

When you’re taking action in your community, share with us! Use #bridgethecity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue.

For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Sunday, or listen online.

Episode 68: Milwaukee Talkie w/ Tom Paprocki Feb 26, 2020

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A conversational, full-length interview with Tom Paprocki, Managing Director at Direct Supply. We talk about local tech, innovation, and giving back to the Milwaukee community.

Tom’s action steps:

1. Get connected with other folks in your field. Big social problems are solved through teamwork.

When you’re taking action in your community, share with us! Use #bridgethecity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue.

For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Sunday, or listen online.

Episode 67: Election Special w/ Aycha Sawa Feb 17, 2020

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A conversational, full-length interview with Aycha Sawa, who’s running for Milwaukee City Comptroller. We talk about what a Comptroller does, what intangibles are important to look for in a comptroller, and the relationship between the Comptroller’s office and the Common Council. NOTE: election specials are not endorsements of the candidates highlighted, and this episode is not an endorsement of Aycha Sawa as a candidate for Comptroller.

Milwaukee has multiple elections in 2020, including February 18 and April 7. To learn more about where and how to vote, visit myvote.wi.gov.

Aycha’s action steps:

1. Keep up with audit reports, report fraud on the city comptroller website
2. Learn more about Aycha at aychasawacpa.com

When you’re taking action in your community, share with us! Use #bridgethecity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.

We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue.

For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Sunday, or listen online.

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