Series: 6. Race & Democracy in Northeast Ohio Episode: 0. Drs. Anuj Gurung and Shemariah Arki Podcast #: 62 Release Date: September 13, 2021 Summary: In this episode, Ashley and Casey welcome two new co-hosts to the podcast, Dr. Shemariah Arki and Dr. Anuj Gurung. Series 6 centers on the theme of Race & Democracy in Northeast Ohio, and is a collaboration with the School of Peace and Conflict Studies and the Center for Pan African Culture at Kent State University.…
Series 5 Episode 2 – Wendy Regoeczi, Cleveland State University
Series: 5. Demystifying Policy-Relevant Research Episode: 1. Dr. Wendy Regoeczi, Cleveland State University Podcast #: 61 Release Date: August 30, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast continues with the new series – demystifying policy-relevant research-in collaboration with the Northeast Ohio Chapter of Scholars Strategy Network. Ashley and Casey speak with Dr. Wendy Regoeczi, professor and chair of the Department of Criminology, Anthropology, and Sociology at Cleveland State University. The conversation centers around new reforms in the Cuyahoga County criminal justice…
NEW SERIES: Series 5 Episode 1 – Dr. Sharona Hoffman, Case Western Reserve
Series: 5. Demystifying Policy-Relevant Research Episode: 1. Dr. Sharona Hoffman, Case Western Reserve Podcast #: 60 Release Date: August 17, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast launches a new series – demystifying policy-relevant research – in collaboration with the Northeast Ohio Chapter of Scholars Strategy Network. Ashley and Casey speak with Professor Sharona Hoffman, Co-Director of the Law-Medicine Center at Case Western Reserve’s School of Law. The conversation centers around the use of Artificial Intelligence in medical decisions, specifically thinking through…
Series 2 Episode 24 – Bryson Davis, Akron Leadership Foundation
Series: 2. Power of Civic and Political Engagement Episode: 24. Bryson Davis, Akron Leadership Foundation Podcast #: 59 Release Date: August 2, 2021 Summary: After a long break, we are back! This week the podcast continues the series The Power of Political and Civic Engagement. In this episode, Ashley and Casey welcome Bryson Davis from the Akron Leadership Foundation. The discussion focuses on the importance of solidarity and grace in civic engagement. Links: www.akronlf.org/our-team-1 Hosts: Casey Boyd-Swan & Ashley Nickels Listen…
Series 2 Episode 23 – Madison Newingham
Series: 2. Power of Civic and Political Engagement Episode: 23. Madison Newingham Podcast #: 58 Release Date: June 28, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast continues the series, the Power of Political and Civic Engagement. In this episode, Ashley and Casey welcome Madison Newingham, campaign finance expert for Ohio Democrats and local activist. The three discuss youth activism and how political engagement in a university context can motivate ongoing civil and political engagement. Hosts: Casey Boyd-Swan & Ashley Nickels Listen…
Series 3 Episode 10 – Chris Sagers
Series: 3. Filling the Gaps Episode: 10. Professor Chris Sagers Podcast #: 57 Release Date: June 21, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast continues the theme of Series 3, Gap Filling. Casey and Ashley welcome Cleveland-Marshall College of Law Professor Christopher Sagers. Our discussion examines the topic of anti-trust law and looks at the complications of enforcing anti-trust policy in our political, social, and economic systems. Links: United States v. Apple: Competition in America – Chris Sagers – www.amazon.com/United-States-v-A…y&sr=8-1-fkmrnull Christopher L.…
Series 4 Episode 5 – Ohio State Representative Juanita Brent
Series: 4. Serving the Public Interest Episode: 5. State Representative Juanita Brent Podcast #: 56 Release Date: June 14, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast continues the series, Serving the Public Interest. Casey and Ashley welcome Ohio House of Representative Juanita Brent. The discussion examines the duties of a State Representative and explores some of the policy issues important to Representative Brent, including voting and police reform. Links: Ohio House of Representatives – ohiohouse.gov/ Ohio Senate – www.ohiosenate.gov/ Ohio Governor’s Office –…
Series 2 Episode 22 – Angela Cecys
Series: 1. Power of Civic and Political Engagement Episode: 22. Angela Cecys Podcast #: 55 Release Date: June 7, 2021 Summary: This week the podcast continues the series, the Power of Political and Civic Engagement. In this episode, Ashley and Casey welcome Angela Cecys, MSSA, LSW, Police Co-Responder at Frontline Service and Cleveland Division of Police. The discussion looks to at how both macro and micro social work can help strengthen our democracy and increase civic engagement within our communities. Links:…
Series 1 Episode 2 – Phyllis Harris
Series: 1. Governing During Pandemic Episode: 2. Phyllis Seven Harris Podcast #: 3 Release Date: June 8, 2020 Summary: In this episode, Ashley and Casey speak with Phyllis “Seven” Harris – the Director of the LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland – who shares with us the ways in which the Center has risen to the challenge of providing safe spaces and a supportive and affirmative community during the pandemic. Additional information about the center can be found here: lgbtcleveland.org UPDATES:…
Series 2 Episode 21 – Dana Lawless-Andric
Series: 2. Power of Political and Civic Engagement Episode: 21. Dr. Dana Lawless-Andric Podcast #: 54 Release Date: May 24, 2021 Summary/ Notes: This week we continue our series, the Power of Political and Civic Engagement. In this episode, Ashley and Casey welcome Associate Vice President for University Outreach and Engagement at Kent State University, Dr. Dana Lawless-Andric. We discuss how to strengthen our democracy through education by breaking down systemic barriers and increasing access to education. [Full Transcript] Links: Kent…