MHD Off the Record

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Ep. 20 How Can We Develop New Strategies to Address Poverty? Feat. Michael Tubbs Dec 12, 2022

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MHD and Co-host Chavonne Taylor speak with former mayor of Stockton, California Michael Tubbs about his rise in politics, the importance of addressing basic human needs to decrease violent crime, and how his pilot Guaranteed Basic Income program inspired other cities (including Los Angeles) to do the same.

Michael Tubbs is the Founder of the non-profit organization, End Poverty in California (EPIC), the Founder of Mayors for a Guaranteed Income (MGI), and the Special Advisor to California Governor Gavin Newsom for Economic Mobility and Opportunity. In 2016, he was elected Mayor of Stockton at 26-years-old. He was the city’s first African-American Mayor, and the youngest Mayor of any major city in American history. As Mayor, Tubbs was lauded for his leadership and innovation. He raised over $20 million dollars to create the Stockton Scholars, a universal scholarship and mentorship program for Stockton students. Additionally, he piloted the first mayor-led guaranteed income pilot in the country. His book, The Deeper the Roots: A Memoir of Hope and Home, where he details the experiences of his life is available now wherever books are sold.

Resources:

www.endpovertyinca.org

www.mayorsforagi.org

MHD OTR South LA Highlight: Lilia Ramirez (Liliflor) Nov 28, 2022

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On this episode, Chavonne Taylor speaks with Los Angeles artist Lilia Ramirez, Also Known as Liliflor. Liliflor is a painter, muralist, and cultural art educator. She fiercely champions youth in the arts as well as using art as a tool for education, cultural awareness, civic engagement, healing, and transformation. Liliflor hones her artistic ability to create vital images on canvas and walls that are representative of Angelenos. She is dedicated to teaching art in our community. This past summer, she taught art workshops to youth in all of our parks here in Council District 8 for our Summer Night Lights program. You can find her art all over Los Angeles and nearby cities on walls, light boxes, in schools, and more.

Resources:

www.liliflorart.com

www.instagram.com/liliflorart

www.tiktok.com/@liliflorart

MHD OTR South LA Highlight: Black Women for Wellness Nov 14, 2022

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On this episode, Chavonne Taylor speaks with Janette Robinson Flint, executive director of Black Women for Wellness a woman-centered community-based organization working on reproductive justice issues as they impact Black women & girls. Black Women for Wellness aims to expand healthcare access, reduce toxic hair care chemicals that are prevalent in our community and build political advocacy in California and beyond. Ms. Robinson Flint is also part of the Los Angeles Coalition for Reproductive Justice, California Coalition for Reproductive Freedom and In Our Own Voice.

Resources:

www.bwwla.org

MHD OTR South LA Highlight: Crenshaw Farmer's Market (SEE-LA) Oct 31, 2022

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On this episode, Chavonne Taylor speaks with Marie-Alise Recasner de Marco of Sustainable Economic Enterprises of Los Angeles (SEE-LA) which is an organization whose mission is to build sustainable food systems and promote social and cultural activities that benefit both low-to-moderate income residents of Los Angeles. In addition to many great programs, SEE-LA operates 6 Farmers’ Markets throughout the Los Angeles Area, half of which are in South LA, including Crenshaw Farmers' Market, Central Ave Farmers' Market, and MLK Campus Farmers' Market.

Marie-Alise Recasner de Marco is the Manager of Urban Agriculture & Farmers’ Market Projects.

Resources:

www.seela.org

Ep. 19 How Do We Take an Economic Approach to Community Activism? Feat. Rudy Espinoza Oct 17, 2022

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MHD and Co-Host Chavonne Taylor speak with Rudy Espinoza about his journey and work integrating his background in business and urban planning to take an economical approach to activism along with his colleagues and friends who formed the organization, Inclusive Action for the City.

Rudy Espinoza is the Executive Director of Inclusive Action for the City, a non-profit, Community Development Financial Institution based in Los Angeles whose mission is to bring people together to build strong, local economies that uplift low-income urban communities. Under his leadership, Inclusive Action helped legalize street vending in LA, has deployed over $2.5 million in low-interest micro-loans to under-served entrepreneurs, and co-created a unique commercial real estate initiative that preserves small businesses in gentrifying neighborhoods.

www.inclusiveaction.org

Ep. 18 How Can we Triumph Through Trauma? Feat. Chef Keith Corbin Oct 03, 2022

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In this episode, MHD and cohost Chavonne Taylor speak with chef and entrepreneur Keith Corbin about his journey growing up in Watts, navigating gang and drug culture to becoming a celebrated executive chef and co-owner of Alta Adams in South LA. His modern soul food restaurant was named one of the best new restaurants in the country by both Esquire and Thrillist, and has consistently been on the LA Times best restaurant list. Corbin was formerly Director of Operations for Roy Choi and Daniel Patterson’s Locol restaurant group, and also worked for Patterson at his Michelin-starred fine dining restaurant, Coi in San Francisco. He recently released his autobiography, California Soul: An American Epic of Cooking and Survival, which is available online and in stores now.

www.altaadams.com

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Ep. 17 How Do We Take a Holistic Approach to Investing in South LA? Feat. Martin Muoto Sep 19, 2022

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On this episode, MHD and co-host Chavonne Taylor speak with real estate investor, Martin Muoto, about his holistic approach to investing in South LA. Martin Muoto is the CEO and Founder of SoLa Impact, a family of real-estate funds with a double bottom line strategy focused on developing high-quality affordable and workforce housing exclusively in Black and Brown communities. SoLa’s proven track record combines providing access to housing, access to education, access to opportunity, and access to ownership to positively impact both community and investor returns. In 2022, SoLa raised its fourth fund, the Black Impact Fund, which will deploy over $1 billion in Los Angeles and across Southern California.

www.SoLaImpact.com

www.SoLaICan.org

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MHD OTR South LA Resources Sep 06, 2022

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This is an episode of MHD Off the Record South L.A. Community Resources, where Chavonne Taylor shares what services, programs, and events we have available in our city and community. Here you can check for information and resources regarding housing, wellness, and employment but also art programs, music festivals and so much more.

Resources discussed in episode:

WELLNESS

1. Aquasize Class

Walk-in rates:

Adults (18-49) $5.00

Adults (50+) $4.00

Series (10 classes)

Adults (18-49) $45.00

Adults (50+) $35.00

When: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00pm-6:45pm

Where: Van Ness Pool 5720 2nd Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90043

Contact: vanness.pool@lacity.org

More Info: www.instagram.com/vanness.pool

2. Moovin' & Groovin' All-Abilities Dance Workout for Adults 55+

When: Wednesdays at 11am

Where: Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library 2205 W. Florence Avenue. Los Angeles, CA 90043

Contact: 323-750-7241

More Info: www.lapl.org/branches/hyde-park

3. Beginner's Yoga

When: Thursdays at 6:30pm

Where: Hyde Park Miriam Matthews Branch Library 2205 W. Florence Avenue. Los Angeles, CA 90043

Contact: 323-750-7241

More Info: www.lapl.org/branches/hyde-park

4. Tree Yoga Cooperative Grand Opening Celebration

When: September 10th at 8:30am

Where: The Beehive 918 E. 60th St. Los Angeles, CA 90001

More info and RSVP: www.TreeYogaCoop.com

TRANSPORTATION

5. Metro GoPass Fareless Pass Program

The GoPass Program is available to students at participating K-12 schools and community colleges, with a focus on helping students ride transit without the worry of paying fare. With a registered GoPass TAP card, students attending participating schools can ride Metro and other participating systems to and from school, and for trips after school and on weekends.

More info: www.Metro.com/GoPass

YOUTH PROGRAMS

6. Metro Youth Council

Metro is also selecting 27 youth to represent on their youth council.

Information Sessions via Zoom:

Thursday, September 8th at 6pm

Tuesday, September 13 at 6pm

Saturday September 24th at 10am

More info and to RSVP: www.metro.net/about/youth-council

HOUSING

7. Low-Income Purchase Assistance (First-time Home Buyers)

Contact: (213) 808-8800

More Info: www.housing.lacity.org/housing/housing-programs/first-time-homebuyers

EMPLOYMENT

8. Trans & Non-Binary Career Resource Clinic

When: September 7th at 10am

Where: Via Zoom

More info and to RSVP: bit.ly/LATransCareerClinic

7. Trans & Non-Binary Job Fair

When: September 14th at 10am

Where: Via Zoom

More info and to RSVP: bit.ly/LATransJobs

MUSIC, ARTS, AND RECREATION

8. Barbara Morrison Jazz & Blues Music Festival and Barbara Morrison Square Intersection Naming

When: September 10th 10am to 7pm

Where: Barbara Morrison Performing Arts Center 4305 Degnan Blvd #101, Los Angeles, CA 90008

More info: www.culturela.org/event/barbara-morrison-jazz-blues-music-festival-and-barbara-morrison-square-intersection-naming

9. Harvard Park Community Block Party

When: September 17th 10am to 2pm

Where: Jackie Tatum Harvard Park 1535 W 62nd Street

MHD OTR South LA Highlight: Wellnest Aug 22, 2022

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On this episode, Chavonne Taylor speaks with Paco Retana, Vice President of Programs at Wellnest, a nationally acclaimed, and leading provider of emotional health and wellness services to children, young adults, families, and their communities. As Vice President of Programs at Wellnest, he is responsible for all clinical services, including program evaluation and training. He also oversees the areas of outpatient, early intervention, intensive services and life learning/transition age youth services. He is a licensed Clinical Social Worker who earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and Masters in Social Welfare from UCLA.

Resources:

www.wellnestla.org

www.wellnestla.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Wellnest-2021-Annual-Report.pdf

Ring the Alarm The Crisis of Black Youth Suicide in America

DMH.lacounty.gov/get-help-now

MHD OTR South LA Highlight: LA Commons Aug 08, 2022

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On this episode, Chavonne Taylor speaks with Karen Mack, founder and executive director of LA Commons, a community art organization that engages communities in the creation of public art that tells their unique stories and serves as the basis for dialogue, interaction, and a shared understanding of Los Angeles. Through community-based arts programs, centered on youth leadership development, they help diverse, generally low-income neighborhoods create dynamic works of public art that build community connection and empowerment.

www.LACommons.org

www.instagram.com/lacommons

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