Communities Forward Podcast Part 1 of 2- BlackTea: Alisha Sonnier and Jami Cox

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In this week’s “Communities Forward” podcast, we have two guests who are the Co-founders of BlackTea. BlackTea is an audio and visual media organization founded in St. Louis, MO by two young Black women that aim to raise political, social, and cultural awareness while engaging communities in a conversational and entertaining way. The masterminds behind BlackTea are Alisha Sonnier and Jami Cox (Shout out to Jami! She is a member of the Rise Young Professionals board and a member of Rise’s board of directors). Every month they bring you raw and uncut news, spilling the tea on all of the latest hot button social issues and events! You can learn more information about BlackTea here.

For “Communities Forward” episode 10, part 1 of 2, Alisha and Jami detail the history of BlackTea’s creation, as well as their personal journeys to impact the communities they work in. You can find the podcast here.

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Breaker Podcasts- https://www.breaker.audio/communities-forward

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Communities Forward Podcast Part 2 of 2-Jenny Connelly-Bowen

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For this week’s “Communities Forward” podcast, we continue with guest, Jenny Connelly-Bowen, executive director of CBN (Community Builders Network) of Metro St. Louis. CBN’s mission is to gather community leaders of all backgrounds to build engaged and equitable neighborhoods. They hope to envision a St. Louis region where all people live in safe, economically strong, and vibrant neighborhoods and all community-based organizations are sustainable, supported, and valued. You can learn more information about CBN of Metro of St. Louis here.

“Communities Forward” episode 9, part 2 of 2, Jenny now talks about the formation of CBN, her hopes for how the organization will continue to impact the region, and what she has learned in becoming a leader. You can find the podcast here.

Please keep sharing this information with your networks and helping us build an audience for “Communities Forward.” As well, keep checking out the latest podcast episodes that will be updated every Wednesday!

The podcast is available on the following platforms:

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Breaker Podcasts- https://www.breaker.audio/communities-forward

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Communities Forward Podcast Part 1 of 2-Jenny Connelly-Bowen

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In this week’s “Communities Forward” podcast, we have Jenny Connelly-Bowen, executive director of CBN (Community Builders Network) of Metro St. Louis. CBN’s mission is to gather community leaders of all backgrounds to build engaged and equitable neighborhoods. They hope to envision a St. Louis region where all people live in safe, economically strong, and vibrant neighborhoods and all community-based organizations are sustainable, supported, and valued. You can learn more information about CBN of Metro of St. Louis here.

For “Communities Forward” episode 9, part 1 of 2, Jenny discusses her background and transition from an unrelated career to leadership within one of the region’s most impactful organizations dedicated to community engagement. You can find the podcast here.

Please keep sharing this information with your networks and helping us build an audience for “Communities Forward.” As well, keep checking out the latest podcast episodes that will be updated every Wednesday!

The podcast is available on the following platforms:

Anchor Podcasts- https://anchor.fm/terrell-carter4

Breaker Podcasts- https://www.breaker.audio/communities-forward

Google Podcasts- https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy81ODlmOTM4OC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==

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Radio Public Podcasts- https://radiopublic.com/communities-forward-Wa0N4b

Spotify Podcasts- https://open.spotify.com/show/4pTgb9bBlyJ9YFs7f5u9Nh   

Communities Forward Podcast-Phillip Sangokoya

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For today’s “Communities Forward” podcast, we have Phillip Sangokoya who is part of BRAND of St. Louis (Business Resource Association of Networking & Development). BRAND’S mission is to eliminate socioeconomic disparities across racial lines and understand the factors that support collaboration and equitable wealth-building in Black communities. These factors include understanding core values, establishing shared language, identifying opportunities that exist, and creating models for sustainable, community-centered interventions. You can learn more information about BRAND of St. Louis here.

On the latest “Communities Forward” podcast, episode 6, Phillip discusses BRAND, the impact of growing up with immigrant parents, his passion for diversity, equity, and inclusion training, and what has helped him as he has grown into his leadership position. You can find the podcast here.

Please keep sharing this information with your networks and helping us build an audience for “Communities Forward.” As well, keep checking out the latest podcast episodes that will be updated every Wednesday!

The podcast is available on the following platforms:

Anchor Podcasts- https://anchor.fm/terrell-carter4

Breaker Podcasts- https://www.breaker.audio/communities-forward

Google Podcasts- https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy81ODlmOTM4OC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==

Pocket Podcasts- https://pca.st/qbe448p4

Radio Public Podcasts- https://radiopublic.com/communities-forward-Wa0N4b

Spotify Podcasts- https://open.spotify.com/show/4pTgb9bBlyJ9YFs7f5u9Nh