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In The Arena with Darrious Hilmon
November 12, 2022
Former NFL player and current Executive Director of Metropolitan Peace Initiatives, Vaughn Bryant joins the show to discuss his journey from pro footballer to the head of a $42 million dollar cross-agency effort supporting Chicagoans most vulnerable to gun violence.
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Change Agents with Sufyan Sohel
November 11, 2022
Immigrants, refugees, and their families are part of our communities but face systemic barriers to their advancement and prosperity. Luis Gutierrez, Executive Director of Latinos Progresando and Idalia Flores Guzman, Programs Manager, of Illinois Coalition for Immigrant & Refugee Rights join the show to reveal immigrants’ experiences and discuss how federal, state, and local policies and practices affect their well-being while providing insights on how to strengthen systems that engage with immigrant and refugee families.
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Political Forum with Sylvia Snowden
November 10, 2022
Attorney Richard Boykin, spokesperson for Mayoral Candidate Dr. Willie Wilson, appears on Political Forum to discuss a lawsuit Dr. Wilson recently filed against the Chicago Board of Elections.
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For The Culture with Christina Steed
November 9, 2022
Did you know there is a growing number of Black-owned breweries right here in Chicago? They’re popping up in your local bars, supermarkets, and sports arenas. And they are receiving great media coverage in the discussion on the importance of entrepreneurship in an industry that doesn’t have a lot of diversity. Jamhal Johnson of Moor’s Brewing Company will talk about his journey in building a brand and the importance of equity and inclusion in industries.
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Political Forum with Sylvia Snowden
November 3, 2022
In this year’s election, voters will be asked to make a decision on a proposal called “Amendment One.” This week, Political Forum features Robert “Bob” Bruno, Assistant professor of labor and industrial relations at UIC. Professor Bruno will explain the backstory behind Amendment One and break down what voters are being asked to decide when they head to the polls next Tuesday.
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In The Arena with Darrious Hilmon
October 29, 2022
He was the chief enforcer for one of Chicago’s largest and most powerful gangs. Today he’s a political consultant who promotes peace even when vengeance seems the more expedient route to justice. This week, Darrious Hilmon speaks with Wallace ‘Gator’ Bradley, a living example of the old adage: ”how you start doesn’t have to dictate how you finish.”
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Change Agents with Sufyan Sohel
October 28, 2022
In the wake of the Dobbs Supreme Court decision, the right to an abortion is now dictated by geography. This week will feature conversation about reproductive rights with legal experts and advocates including Ed Yohnka, Director of Communications and Public Policy, ACLU-IL; Qudsiyyah Shariyf, Deputy Director, Chicago Abortion Fund; and Mandy Medley, an activist with Chicago for Abortion Rights.
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Political Forum with Sylvia Snowden
October 27, 2022
Injustice Watch managing editor Jonah Newman and senior reporter Maya Dukmasova stop by Political Forum to discuss Injustice Watch’s 2022 Cook County Judicial Election Guide and offer information about some of the judges who will appear on your November ballot.
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In The Arena with Darrious Hilmon
October 26, 2022
Moments before taking the stage for the Chicago stop of the Russell Simmons Def Poetry Jam national tour, the walls came crashing down around her. No longer able to ignore, outrun or out-will her demons, Bassey Ikpi began the long, often painful process of finally accepting – and addressing – her truth…she had Bipolar II. Undiagnosed for years, the calm was now the storm…and the journey to stronger mental health was just beginning. Join us for an intimate conversation with Bassey Ikpi.
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For The Culture with Christina Steed
October 26, 2022
Chicago often makes national news on the topic of violence and shootings in the city. While we have traumatic incidents happening across our communities that have systemic roots we often don’t take the time to unpack. Chicago is a city that is about more than violent news bites and examples of irresponsible gun ownership. Christina Steed will speak with Javondlynn Dunagan, owner of the Ladies of Steel Gun Club for a conversation about the choice to own a firearm and the responsibilities that come with that choice.
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