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128: Mental Health in the African American community w/ Dr. Kirby Randolph Feb 20, 2020

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On this week’s episode, we are speaking with Dr. Kirby Randolph, assistant professor in the bioethics department of the school of medicine with Kansas City University.

This week, Dr. Randolph discusses mental health in the African American community. She highlights the issue of access, quality care, the history of mental health, and the stigma surrounding seeking mental healthcare in the African American community.

127: What does it mean to be a #GirlDad w/ LoRay Easterwood Feb 18, 2020

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On this week’s episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with LoRay Easterwood, father, realtor, entrepreneur.

Easterwood is a radio personality on 100.1FM OneKansasCity Radio, a realtor in the Kansas City area, and most importantly, a father to a beautiful daughter, his pride and joy.

This week, Easterwood talks to us about his YouTube segment, “Fridays for Fathers,” a show where he speaks one-on-one with fathers in the Kansas City community.

The show highlights the importance of a father’s role in their children’s lives and how that ripples out into the community.

126: The 2020 Census with Scott Wagner Feb 07, 2020

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On this extra episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with Scott Wagner, director of Northeast Alliance Together (NEAT) regarding the 2020 Census.
Wagner discusses in detail what the census is, why it is important, and how it impacts residents.

125: The American Jazz Museum: A Kansas City Gem with Rashida Phillips Feb 05, 2020

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In honor of Black History Month, we are highlighting black voices that make up our wonderful community.

On this week’s episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with Rashida Phillips, executive director of the American Jazz Museum.

Rashida has spent the past 16 years at some of Chicago’s most impactful organizations including her most recent role as Deputy Director and Senior Director of Community Ventures organizing strategy, expansion, and turnaround at the Old Town School of Folk Music, the largest community arts school with acclaimed concert space in the nation.

This week, Phillips discusses the impact and importance of the American Jazz Museum in Kansas City, how Jazz has contributed to the spirit and history of Kansas City, the assets and challenges of the museum, and what the future holds at the American Jazz Museum.

124: The Future of Pendleton Heights Neighborhood with Chris Binkley Jan 29, 2020

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On this week’s episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with Christopher Binkley, President of Pendleton Heights Neighborhood Association.

A resident of the neighborhood for several years, he discusses his love for the community, the assets and challenges of the neighborhood, recent development, and his vision for the neighborhood in the upcoming years.

123: Discussing the role of Public Works with Maggie Green Jan 22, 2020

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On this week’s episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with Maggie Green, public information officer with Public Works. Her role is to interface with the public and maintain transparent communication regarding the projects going on at Public Works.

Prior to working with the city, Green was the education program director at BikeWalkKC.

This week, Green discusses the mission and scope of Public Works, what the department is responsible for in the city, the current budget, a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into snow preparation and removal, an update on potholes and street resurfacing, and a look at Complete Streets.

122: A look at the 23rd District with State Representative Barbara Anne Washington Jan 15, 2020

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On this week's episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with State Representative Barbara Anne Washington.
She was first elected to the House of Representatives in a special election in November 2017 and was re-elected to office in 2018.

In addition to her legislative duties, Washington is a practicing attorney who also possesses an MBA.

This week, Washington discusses the assets and challenges of the 23rd District, her legislative priorities, and specific House Bills for this session.

121: Reviewing 2019 with the Northeast News staff Jan 08, 2020

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On this week’s episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are sitting down with the staff of the Northeast News to discuss the highlights of 2019.

We speak with Publisher Michael Bushnell, Managing Editor Elizabeth Orosco, Marketing Specialist Krystin Miller, and Creative Arts Director Bryan Stalder.

We will be reviewing our top 10 headlines of the year, discussing the importance of community journalism, and looking forward to 2020.

120: How KC CARE Health Center is serving the community Dec 30, 2019

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This week, we are speaking with Dr. Kelsey Ryan, a women’s health physician at KC Health Care Center.
Dr. Ryan discusses the expansion of the prenatal services department, women’s health services that are offered, accessibility and affordability of healthcare, and the importance of women prioritizing their health.

Northeast Newscast 119: Discussing Missouri's 19th District with Representative Ingrid Burnett Dec 23, 2019

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On this week’s episode of the Northeast Newscast, we are speaking with Representative Ingrid Burnett.

Burnett represents the 19th District, which encompasses the Northeast area of Kansas City, parts of Sugar Creek, Independence, and Jackson County in the Missouri House of Representatives. She was elected to her first two-year term in November 2016.

In addition to her legislative duties, Representative Burnett has worked as an educator since 1979. During her 37 years in the education field, Representative Burnett worked as a counselor, teacher, and principal in the Catholic and Independence Public School Systems.

This week, Burnett discusses protecting juveniles and their right to counsel, medical marijuana, the Fix the Glitch issue with Kansas City public and charter schools, and more.

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