Episodes

  • Building Safe Spaces

    Building Safe Spaces
    Oct 22 2025
    Cheryl speaks with Chinita Hall, CEO of Hassani Management, about empowering youth through creative programs, workforce development, and violence prevention. They discuss safe spaces, mental health, and community initiatives like “Christmas Gifts from Lolo” and “Stop the Violence,” highlighting the importance of collaboration and support for lasting change.
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    52 mins
  • From Release to Rebuilding

    From Release to Rebuilding
    Oct 22 2025
    Cheryl hosts Chamille Hendrix from the Cuyahoga County Office of Re-entryOffice, while she shares how her team connects returning citizens with housing, jobs, legal aid, and family support. She highlights expungement clinics, job fairs, and success fairs, stressing advocacy, voting rights, and the importance of community support in helping individuals rebuild their lives.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • From Incarceration to Inspiration

    From Incarceration to Inspiration
    Oct 22 2025
    Cheryl with a C talks with author and activist Murray Smallberry about his books, podcast, and financial literacy work. They discuss community economics, supporting Black-owned businesses, mentorship, and Murray’s journey from incarceration to transformation, highlighting the power of unity, accountability, and storytelling.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Tricks and Traps on the Black Mind

    Tricks and Traps on the Black Mind
    Oct 22 2025
    Cheryl talks with Anthony Walker (aka Anthony Burnett) about his upcoming book Tricks and Traps: The Manipulation of the African-American Mind. They explore history, media influence, consumerism, and the need for financial literacy, unity, and community-led institutions to reclaim and strengthen the Black mind.
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • East Cleveland Rising

    East Cleveland Rising
    Oct 22 2025
    Cheryl speaks with former councilwoman Che Gattison about East Cleveland’s history, challenges, and future, highlighting the need for investment and positive change. Michelle Bell of MPAC Cleveland joins to discuss Wear Orange Weekend, raising awareness about gun violence and promoting community advocacy.
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • 20 Years of The Spot

    20 Years of The Spot
    Oct 22 2025
    Cheryl interviews Tara LaWanda and youth ambassador Stephanie Kent from The Spot Youth Empowerment Organization about its 20th anniversary and mission to amplify youth voices. They discuss ambassador programs, civic engagement, job readiness, and upcoming events, highlighting the importance of mentorship, accountability, and giving young people a platform to lead change in their communities.
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    1 hr
  • Communities Taking Back the Narrative

    Communities Taking Back the Narrative
    Oct 22 2025
    Cheryl speaks with former councilwoman Che Gattison about East Cleveland’s history, challenges, and future, addressing stigmas, gentrification, and the need for state support. Michelle Bell of MPAC Cleveland joins to promote Wear Orange Weekend, raising awareness about gun violence and encouraging advocacy for change.
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Voices of Redemption

    Voices of Redemption
    Oct 22 2025
    On Our Perspective, Cheryl speaks with formerly incarcerated women about reentry challenges, biased sentencing, and the need for compassion, mentorship, and policy change. Guests share personal stories, call for community support, and encourage using lived experiences to drive positive change.
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    1 hr and 3 mins