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ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers161: The Arts Freedom Weather Report - January 2026When unchecked power rewrites the story of America, who gets to live, who gets to speak, and who quietly disappears?In this episode of ART IS CHANGE, Bill Cleveland shares next chapter in the continuing Weather Report, (now called the Arts Freedom Weather Report) Rather than chasing single headlines or isolated outrages, this episode steps back to examine the cultural climate shaping 2026: how small policy shifts stack up, how institutions quietly recalibrate under authoritarian pressure, and how artists and cultural organizations are responding in real time.In this show, we explore...
2026-01-2123 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers160: METRA - A Climate Revolution With SongsWhat if a Musical Could Help us Tell the Truth About Climate Change?In this episode, Bill Cleveland sits down with theater director Emily Hartford and composer–storyteller Ned Hardford to explore Metra: A Climate Revolution with Songs—a nine-episode musical audio drama that reimagines an ancient Greek myth as a near-future climate story.What starts as a conversation about craft opens into deeper territory: imagination as resistance, music as pedagogy, and why genuinely new stories don’t come from algorithms—they come from people doing long, human work together.In...
2026-01-1448 min
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers158 Goodbye Leni Sloan: Artist, Activist, CatalystAdios LeniThis isn’t a regular ART IS CHANGE episode. It’s a pause. A moment to mark the passing of Leni Sloan—artist, activist, catalytic troublemaker, and beloved friend.In this special reflection, Bill Cleveland shares stories that trace Leni’s life across stages and communities—from a daring Bicentennial musical about minstrelsy, to decades of cultural work uncovering erased Black histories, to his role as a catalytic force inside institutions that needed shaking awake. This is a portrait not just of what Leni made, but how he moved through the world.You’ll h...
2025-12-3015 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers156: Why Should Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers Care About Sustainability?Why does sustainability matter in activist art? When funding cycles are short, residencies are brief, and institutions often treat creative work as temporary or expendable, what does it mean to commit to change that lasts?In this episode of Art Is Change, the sixth in our series on the building blocks of effective community arts practice, Bill Cleveland sits down with two legendary cultural leaders — Leni Sloan and Barbara Schaefer Bacon — to explore sustainability not as longevity for its own sake, but as ethical responsibility. From invisible lineages of community practice to the quiet power of relationships that...
2025-12-1720 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers155: Why Are Humility & Failure Essential to Art and Social Change Success?This episode digs into one of the trickiest—and most revealing—corners of community-based arts work: the way humility and failure shape everything we do, from a 12-line role in Richard II to a city-wide public-art firestorm.Leni Sloan, Barbara Shaffer Bacon and Bill Cleveland tumble into stories that peel back the glossy surface of “successful” arts practice:the actor with decades of experience learning cadence from an 18-year-old, the choreographer who turned military restrictions into creative fuel, the prison poet who left a Broadway star speechless. And threaded through it all is this question...
2025-12-1023 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers154: What are the Moral & Ethical Challenges Facing Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers?Budgets frozen. Institutions wobbling. Political earthquakes everywhere. In the middle of all that, many artists and cultural workers are stepping straight into the messy moral world of community change.This episode is the fourth in our special series where we're unpacking the building blocks of effective art and social change practice, This episode we explore: What happens when “good intentions” aren’t enough?What do we owe the communities we hope to serve?And how does an artist even begin to understand the ethical weight of their presence in places carrying trauma, tension, or long hi...
2025-12-0321 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers151: Should Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers be Running for Office - Tom Tresser Says, "ABSOLUTELY!"What if the solution to our democracy’s crisis isn’t another white paper or study—but an artist running for office?In this episode, civic organizer and “public defender” Tom Tresser reveals why he feels America’s nonprofit and creative sectors are missing in action when it comes to power, policy, and public trust. As arts funding shrinks and disinformation grows, Tom challenges creatives to stop “staying in their lane” and instead step up as leaders in civic life.In it we’ll: • Learn how a small, unfunded coalition stopped the 2016 Oly...
2025-11-1251 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers148 ; Five Arts Superpowers for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers to Make Change NOW!When everything feels like it’s unraveling, how do we know art still matters? In this episode, we explore the question: What use is art in a world on fire?Across movements, across generations—from Ella Baker’s quiet revolution to Beckett’s unexpected presence in a prison theater—this episode offers three simple, potent reminders of how art works in times of chaos: to notice, to connect, and to rebuild trust. Whether you’re an artist, organizer, or simply someone searching for clarity, you’ll find resonance in these stories.Discover how art helps us pay a...
2025-10-2231 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers147: Emma Addams: Can a Quilt Change how Congress Listens— & How you Practice Democracy at Home?Can a Quilt Change how Congress Listens—& How you Practice Democracy at Home?If you’re exhausted by performative politics and digital outrage, this episode offers a deeply grounded alternative. Discover how everyday acts of creation and conversation can rebuild civic trust—and how women across America are using quilting to stitch together a more ethical and inclusive democracy, one square at a time.Learn how to transform local conflict into creative fuel for durable, democratic collaboration.Hear the inspiring story of how one woman’s quiet act of stitching sparked a nation...
2025-10-1548 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCleveland sees fewer lead poisoning cases, but fewer births tooThe Public Meetings Report for the week of Oct. 6, 2025From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, City of Cleveland Public Health Director Dave Margolius told the Lead Safety Advisory Board that there has been a decrease in the number of children testing positive for high levels of lead in their blood. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Connie RosemondTucker HandleyMaria ShuckahoseeAngela RushThei...
2025-10-0705 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers145: Liz Sunde Brings Music To Life: Activist Artists Making Music, Making Change, & ThrivingWhat if your art could both heal your community & pay your bills? If you’re a musician or creative itching to drive real-world change without sacrificing your livelihood, this episode maps a path: how Music to Life evolved from a songwriting contest into a rigorous accelerator that helps artists design, fund, and measure community projects—so you can make change while making a living. Learn how Music To Life helps musicians turn a community cause into a sustainable enterpriseSee real models you can adapt: Vanessa Lively’s Home Street Music built 500+ song circles, 230 sessions, & raised ~...
2025-10-0153 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirTri-C lays out new strategies for compliance with Ohio's Senate Bill 1The Public Meetings Report for the week of Sept. 29, 2025.From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters.In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cuyahoga Community College’s Access Learning and Success Committee swears in a new board member and hears of new directions for the college, including offering a Bachelor’s degree in Nursing. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Jamie HarmanMikayla ColemanTheir work has been compiled this week by The Mighty...
2025-09-3005 min
FedTalkA Conversation with Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland President Beth HammackReserve Banks play a pivotal role in the US financial system. The Cleveland Fed touches everyone in the Fourth District by Working with community and business partners to understand the economic landscape Supervising financial institutions Playing a vital role in the nation's payments system In her first year, President Hammack has engaged with local community and business leaders in the Bank's Fourth Federal Reserve District, comprising Ohio and parts of Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia. She then brings their insights into how the economy is working for their communities to the Federal Reserve's policy-setting meeting in Washington DC...
2025-09-2944 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers144: Solar Story Circle: How Narrative Powers Democracy & Social ChangeWhat if the solution to the climate crisis and the key to democratic renewal were powered by the same thing?In this episode of Art is Change, we'll explore Bill McKiibben new book, Here Comes the Sun, and draw a powerful parallel between the emerging solar energy story and narrative of as a force for democracy and social change.What if stories could be fuel just like solar energy?What if the narratives we share could help shift the tide against authoritarian fear?In this episode of Art is Change, we...
2025-09-2425 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers143: Alma & Frank: Designing Creative Futures One Story at a TimeWhat if art could open the door to a new life after prison? What if creative work wasn't just healing, but a literal job offer?In a time when reentry programs are scarce and trust is hard to rebuild, this episode, the second of our two part series on the work of California Lawyers for the Arts, introduces Designing Creative Futures, a groundbreaking initiative that uses the power of the arts to help formerly incarcerated individuals reclaim their future. With stories from inside and outside the system, we explore how mentorship, hands...
2025-09-1734 min
Mad About Montana PodcastNo. 21: Russell ClevelandRussell Cleveland is a Navy veteran who played football for Coach Bob Green at Montana Tech. He is currently the defensive coordinator for the St. Regis Tigers football team.Russ grew up in Stevensville, and was a part of some great football teams there. After starting a successful business in Colorado, Russ moved back to Montana with his wife, Dr. Kate Cleveland, and their six children. Russ is a descendant of Grover Cleveland, the 22nd and 24th president of the United States. He bills himself as a moderate — he refuses to wear a red or bl...
2025-09-111h 12ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers138: Self-Care: Why it Matters for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers! If you’re a cultural worker navigating the messy, magical middle ground of art and activism, who’s taking care of you?Now, if you’ve been with us over the last two episodes, you’ll know we’ve been tackling what we call the building blocks of effective community arts practice—those foundational elements that help artists not just make meaningful work, but do so in ways that are ethical, sustainable, and rooted in justice.In Episode 1, we explored Accountability: To whom, and for what, are we truly responsible in our work?In Episode 2...
2025-08-1320 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers137: Can Artist activists and cultural organizers become trusted community leaders?Can an artist lead a community? What does it take for cultural activists to become trusted stewards of change in divisive times?In a world grappling with polarization and rising authoritarianism, the need for compassionate, imaginative leadership has never been more urgent. This episode dives into how artists and cultural workers already operating in community spaces can embrace roles as civic leaders—balancing creativity with responsibility and vision with service.Discover how leadership can be reframed through metaphors like the wedding planner, the parade leader, and the soul shepherd.Hear powerful stories of artistic in...
2025-08-0623 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers136: What Are Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers Accountable to in Their Work?To whom or what are artists and cultural organizers truly accountable—and why does it matter?In an age where creative work increasingly intersects with social change, understanding accountability is crucial for artists striving to make a civic impact. Whether you’re creating in your own community or stepping into unfamiliar territory, this episode explores the moral and practical anchors that define responsible, effective, and meaningful community cultural engagement.Learn how deep cultural competency and trust-building are essential for impactful community-based art.Discover real-world examples, like Marty Pottenger’s transformative police poetry project, that reveal the power o...
2025-07-3031 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers135: Jerry Stropnicky: Story, Civic Empathy, & Social ChangeWhat happens when a theater director steps into a struggling town and ignites transformation through the power of shared stories?In a world where communities face trauma, disconnection, and invisibility, this episode explores how the ancient impulse to gather and perform stories can foster healing, agency, and real-world change. If you’ve ever wondered how art can truly make a difference, this conversation reveals what it takes. In this episode we:Learn how ensemble-based, community-driven theater projects have tackled crises like the opioid epidemic and flood response with lasting impact.Hear firsthand how storymaking catalyzes civic em...
2025-07-2347 minART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers133: Can Arts Festivals, Community Theater & Cultural Organizers Save Democracy?What happens when community theater, political leadership, and grassroots organizing collide? In today’s polarized climate, building authentic, inclusive community can feel impossible—especially across political, social, and cultural divides. But Kathie deNobriga has been doing exactly that for decades—as an artist, activist, and even as the mayor of a small Georgia town. Her story shows how creativity, collaboration, and a little humor can foster connection where we need it most.Hear how Kathie’s winding journey from political theater to small-town leadership taught her the power of listening, laughter, and shared purpose.Learn how grassroo...
2025-07-0938 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCleveland police commanders discuss party shooting, nuisance law at Ward 7 meetingThe Public Meetings Report for the week of July 7, 2025In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland Documenters covered a recent Ward 7 community meeting. Cleveland police commanders talked with residents about safety issues and the city’s nuisance law. Plus, a state representative sounds a warning about the proposed state budget and Ohio House Bill 335. Learn more in this week’s episode.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:Jotoya GrayTucker HandleyDenise LykesRosie PalfyTheir work has been c...
2025-07-0704 min
Cleveland Browns Podcast NetworkCollege Football Preview with The Sporting News' Bill Bender - Cleveland Browns Daily - 6.18.25Bill Bender from The Sporting News joins Beau Bishop to preview the college football games to see in 2025. Hear from Tackle Dawand Jones and Beau and Gibbs take your questions in this week's episode of the mailbag!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-06-181h 31ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers128: Art IS Change: Want Proof That Art Makes Real Change? Start HereWhat if changing a podcast title could spark a deeper, more powerful shift in how we understand the role of artists in shaping society? Not likely, but if you’ve ever felt like your creative work is meaningful but invisible in the fight for justice and transformation, this episode digs deep into how storytelling isn’t just a method—it’s the foundation. We’re in a moment where the narratives driving political and cultural realities are being rewritten, and artists are at the heart of this seismic shift.Discover why “Art is Change” isn’t just a rebrand—i...
2025-06-0418 min
Cleveland Browns Podcast NetworkBill Musgrave Talks QB Room - Cleveland Browns Daily - 5.29.25On this Thursday edition of CBD, Z goes 1-on-1 with Browns QB coach Bill Musgrave (0:41), and hear some of the highlights from Browns QBs Kenny Pickett (33:12) and Joe Flacco's (1:08:20) OTA press conferences. And the guys answer your questions on today's mailbag (1:20:10).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-05-291h 31
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers125: THE CETA ARTS REVOLUTION: What Can Today's Activist Artists & Organizers Learn from It?Did you know the U.S. once launched a massive jobs program that empowered over 20,000 artists, and creative support staff—and then let it vanish from collective memory?For artists, educators, and community leaders seeking sustainable support for creative work, the forgotten story of the CETA Arts Program offers a powerful historical lesson. In a time of economic uncertainty, this 1970s initiative not only employed artists—it embedded them into the heart of local communities to spark cultural and social change.Discover how two artists-turned-historians uncovered the lost legacy of a program that transformed the lives of t...
2025-05-1438 min
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers124: New Rules: 11 Unlikely Lessons for Activist Artists Navigating MAGA.What can we learn from artists who survived the chaos of 1980s prisons—and how can their lessons help us resist authoritarianism today?From the Center for the Study of Art & Community, this is Change the Story / Change the World: A chronicle of art and social change, where artivists share and learn the skills and strategies they need to thrive as creative community leaders. My name is Bill Cleveland. As censorship and threats escalate for activist artists and community leaders, navigating today’s polarized world demands more than passion. This episode draws powerful insights from priso...
2025-05-0722 min
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers123: How are Artists and Organizers Creating a Better World Together? RepriseCan the right song, painting, or museum exhibit spark real political change? What if culture is the missing strategy in today’s social movements?From the Center for the Study of Art & Community, this is Change the Story / Change the World: A chronicle of art and social change, where activist artists and cultural organizers share and learn what they need to thrive as creative change agents. My name is Bill Cleveland.If you’ve ever felt like your efforts for justice aren’t hitting deep enough, it might be because the culture hasn’t caught up with...
2025-04-301h 00
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers122: Change the Story Weather Report: A Neighborhood Cultural Center Navigates the MAGA StormThe MAGA storm system continues to exert a profound influence on community members, activist artists and cultural organizers living and working in Minneapolis' Powderhorn Central Community. Bill Cleveland's dialogue with Noel Raymond reveals the complexities of navigating activism amidst the destabilizing forces fast moving Trumpian juggernaut. Raymond describes the fraught material emotional landscape faced by artists and cultural organizers, characterized by feelings of fear, rage, and disorientation. Takeaways:Understand why the disorientation that we're all experiencing is used as a tactic to prevent resistance, and that recognizing this helps us stay grounded.Find out...
2025-04-2324 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirResidents speak out against Haslams and Cleveland ClinicThe Public Meetings Report for the week of April 21, 2025In this week’s Public Meetings Report, a resident addresses Cleveland City Council about not funding Browns stadium projects with public money, while West Park residents expressed their concerns to the City Planning Commission about the Cleveland Clinic’s expansion of Fairview Hospital. Learn more in this week’s episode.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:Alyssa HolzkloosAlicia MorelandKellie MorrisCaelum BurnsTheir work has been compiled this week b...
2025-04-2105 min
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers115: Lynne Elizabeth: Breaking Ground for The New VillageSummaryCan somethings as mundane a publishing be a revolutionary act. This podcast episode delves into the profound significance of mission centered publishing as illuminated through the life and work of Lynne Elizabeth, the founding director of New Village Press. Our conversation underscores the notion that books serve as instruments for social change, bridging divides and igniting action within communities. Lynne, who affectionately refers to her role as a "book doula," passionately discusses the transformative power of literature and the imperative of publishing with purpose. Throughout the dialogue, we explore the intersection of creativity and social justice...
2025-02-0651 min
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers113: Jack Bowers -A Do-gooder Opportunist in the Joint : A Jazz Improvisation in 4 PartsSummaryThis podcast episode features a compelling conversation between Bill Cleveland and Jack Bowers, highlighting the transformative power of arts programs within the prison system. Bowers shares his experiences as a musician and educator at Soledad Prison, emphasizing how curiosity and opportunism led him to create profound connections and foster a vibrant creative community among incarcerated individuals. The discussion reveals the significant impact of art in mitigating the harsh realities of prison life, allowing participants to explore their identities and express themselves in ways that transcend their circumstances. Cleveland and Bowers reflect on the challenges...
2025-01-0855 min
Things You Might Not Have HeardLuigi Mangione, Bill Belichick, Logan Paul & More - 12/13/2024Today's Sponsor: Flowers Fast!https://thisistheconversationproject.com/flowersfast Today's Rundown:Luigi Mangione's Lawyer Told Him in Court: 'Don't Say a Word' After Outburst Outside Buildinghttps://www.aol.com/lifestyle/luigi-mangiones-lawyer-told-him-162931578.html Kristi Noem is Trump’s Homeland Security pick, but some South Dakota residents say she neglected her own statehttps://rollcall.com/2024/12/11/kristi-noem-meets-senators-as-trumps-pick-to-lead-homeland-security/ Bill Belichick agrees to deal to become UNC football head coach https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/42917765/sources-bill-belichick-finalizing-deal-unc-coach Arkansas governor calls to ban buying 'junk food' using SNAP benefitshttps://www.thv11.c...
2024-12-1329 min
Things You Might Not Have HeardLuigi Mangione, Bill Belichick, Logan Paul & More - 12/13/2024Today's Sponsor: Flowers Fast!https://thisistheconversationproject.com/flowersfast Today's Rundown:Luigi Mangione's Lawyer Told Him in Court: 'Don't Say a Word' After Outburst Outside Buildinghttps://www.aol.com/lifestyle/luigi-mangiones-lawyer-told-him-162931578.html Kristi Noem is Trump’s Homeland Security pick, but some South Dakota residents say she neglected her own statehttps://rollcall.com/2024/12/11/kristi-noem-meets-senators-as-trumps-pick-to-lead-homeland-security/ Bill Belichick agrees to deal to become UNC football head coach https://www.espn.com/college-football/story/_/id/42917765/sources-bill-belichick-finalizing-deal-unc-coach Arkansas governor calls to ban buying 'junk food' using SNAP benefitshttps://www.thv11.c...
2024-12-1329 min
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers112: Is Democracy a Creative Practice? 2Episode SummaryIn this second of two episodes exploring democracy as a creative practice Bill Cleveland leads a rich discussion with theater workers Arnaldo Lopez, Ben Fink, and Scott Rankin, and labor organizer Ken Grossinger, who share how artistic endeavors can bridge differences, foster justice, and inspire community engagement. The conversation delves into the transformative power of storytelling and the role of cultural democracy in redefining citizenship and identity. As the guests recount their experiences, they highlight the importance of trust and cooperation in collaborative projects that address social issues. Ultimately, this episode underscores the...
2024-12-1141 min
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers111: Is Democracy a Creative Practice?DEMOCRACY is a practice that we haven't been practicing. The gap between the story we've been telling ourselves about our participatory democracy and our actual experience leaves us unprepared for the Resistance and Reclamation project that we're about to undertake. To get better at Democracy, we need to treat it as a creative practice!This is the first of two episodes that explore the intricate relationship between art and democracy. This episode delves into the idea that democracy is not merely a system of voting, but a dynamic practice that requires active participation and creativity from its...
2024-11-2751 min
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers110: Jeff Mather: Art, Community, & the Materialized ImaginationExplore creative community transformation with teaching artist Jeff Mather as he shares stories of art, collaboration, and social change in education.Jeff Mather's work as a teaching artist and public art digital storytelling alchemist underscores the vital role of art in fostering community resilience and engagement. The conversation with Bill Cleveland reveals how, despite the challenges posed by recent global events, Mather remains optimistic about the transformative potential of creative collaborations. By reflecting on his experiences in various educational and community settings, he illustrates how art can bridge divides, empower youth, and reinvigorate spaces that have been...
2024-11-1347 min
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers109: Rebecca Rice: Giving Voice to the InvisibleRebecca Rice, a pioneering community artist, transformed her personal experiences into a powerful advocacy for marginalized voices through art. Her journey began in a challenging neighborhood in Chicago, where she discovered her passion for performance and community engagement. This podcast explores her belief that every individual, regardless of their visibility, contributes to the intricate tapestry of human existence. Throughout her career, Rice emphasized the importance of creative collaboration, using theater as a means to address social issues such as domestic violence and racial justice. As she reflects on her work, listeners are invited to consider the profound impact of...
2024-10-2846 min
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers108: Billy Yalowitz: Art & Trust in Treacherous TimesGiven the differences in power, and definitions of success, how can arts and change collaborations between institutions of higher learning and their local communities be equitable and accountable? And how can change oriented artists practice effectively and ethically with a foot in each camp? Billy Yalowitz has had a career as a theater director and choreographer that I think provides provocative answers to both questions and more.This podcast features a rich conversation between Bill Cleveland and Billy Yalowitz, focusing on the intersection of community arts and social justice. At the heart of their discussion is the...
2024-10-1654 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCleveland City Council tackles street takeoversPublic Meetings Report for the week of October 7, 2024
In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland City Council and Cleveland Documenters hear from police officials about street takeovers, and a member of Council warns of public comment being monopolized by special interests. Get more details in this week’s episode.
The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:
Mildred Seward
Denise Lykes
Tim Zelina
Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl-Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell, with an assist by S...
2024-10-0806 min
ART IS CHANGE: Strategies & Skills for Activist Artists & Cultural Organizers107: Laurie Meadoff: What Happens When Art & Humanity Pull Up A Chair?How do you describe a Laurie Meadoff? Start off with a big heart, add a piercing intellect, an insatiable curiosity, and a gargantuan exploding fireworks extravaganza of an imagination. Then add that she's a can't-sit-still, serial do-gooder problem solver who translates the word "NO" in any language, as the starting gun for the next story in the million chapter book she's been living, entitled There's no Such Thing as an Impossible Dream!In this episode of 'Change the Story, Change the World,' host Bill Cleveland introduces Laurie Meadoff, a transformative entrepreneurial force in community arts, youth...
2024-10-0248 min