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Community Focus with Jaden JeffersonWeather + Traffic | December 11, 2023Here's a check of your forecast and traffic from Jaden Jefferson Reports. Find more on X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram under @Jaden_Reports, as well as Facebook and YouTube under Jaden Jefferson Reports. Have a great day! ☀️ 2023-12-1100 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Secretary of State Frank LaRoseOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Secretary of State Frank LaRose — who despite expressing disapproval about August special elections back in 2021 — is supporting this year's. I asked him why, and about the many questions surrounding the election.
2023-05-2812 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D) OH-11My coverage of Ohio's upcoming, controversial special election continues on Community Focus, as this week, I'm joined by State Senator Paula Hicks-Hudson (D) OH-11. Hear about her efforts to ensure every voice, regardless of political affiliation, is heard.
2023-05-2111 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Ohio House Minority Leader Allison Russo (D-Upper Arlington)The Ohio House has voted to send a proposal to require a 60% threshold for voters to pass amendments to the state constitution. Ohio House Minority Leader Allison Russo (D-Upper Arlington) joins me on Community Focus to discuss the many concerns about this.
2023-05-1407 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | Tricia Cullop: Head Women's Basketball Coach, UToledoOn this week's Community Focus, University of Toledo Head Women's Basketball Coach Tricia Cullop, who recently signed a contract extension through the 2029-30 season. Hear her take on NIL deals and the active transfer portal.
2023-05-0807 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | Nick Komives: At-Large Member, Toledo City CouncilOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Nick Komives, an at-large member of Toledo City Council, to discuss the city's efforts to slow climate change, while also providing incentives for residents to do their part.
2023-05-0107 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Andy Cole, Toledo Area Regional Transit AuthorityPublic transportation is an essential part of everyday life for many — and that's especially true locally, driving the need for innovation. On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Andy Cole of the Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority.
2023-04-2313 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: City of Toledo Housing Commissioner Tiffanie McNairOn this week's Community Focus, we're talking housing. I'm joined by City of Toledo Housing Commissioner Tiffanie McNair to discuss how the city is using federal dollars to bring rejuvenation to homes and neighborhoods in need of some TLC.
2023-04-1708 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Lucas County Prosecutor Julia BatesOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Lucas County Prosecutor Julia Bates to discuss Shaken Baby Syndrome, which according to her office, resulted in two deaths in October of last year. Hear what she and others are doing to reduce the number of these cases.
2023-04-1005 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Nina Greenberg, Students Demand ActionOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Nina Greenberg of the group Students Demand Action, which is living up to its name, by demanding lawmakers to take action to address a spike in mass shootings, which includes this week's in Nashville.
2023-04-0207 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Alan Lancz, Investment AdvisorOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Alan B. Lancz, a nationally recognized investment advisor, to discuss the recent bank collapses and what advice he has for those new to investing, as well as those who've been in the game a while.
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Community Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | LeSean Shaw: Vice President, Bitwise IndustriesIt's the Fresno, California-based tech company that has selected and is currently remodeling Toledo's historic Jefferson Center to become its first hub outside of the Golden State. On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Bitwise Industries VP LeSean Shaw.
Originally Aired: March 19, 20232023-03-1908 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Sierra Webb, Urban Wholistics FarmsOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Sierra Webb of Urban Wholistics Farms to discuss their mission, continued growth, and preparations for spring and summer youth programming.
Originally Aired: March 12, 20232023-03-1205 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: TPD RecruitmentOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by members of the Toledo Police Department recruitment team, as they have began accepting applications for the March 2024 academy class. Find out if you may be who they're looking for!
Originally Aired: March 5, 20232023-03-0605 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Tramain Rayford: Founder & CEO, The Program Inc.On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Tramain Rayford, founder & CEO of The Program Inc., which aims to provide fatherless boys with life skills and connect them to mentors in the community. Hear about the many ways the organization's doing that.
Originally Aired: February 26, 20232023-02-2605 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Julia Simon, Junior Achievement of Northwestern OhioOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Julia Simon, the pathway event coordinator for Junior Achievement of Northwest Ohio, to discuss their upcoming event — and role in ensuring the success of students across the area.
Originally Aired: February 12, 20232023-02-1305 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Alona Matchenko, Toledo Helps UkraineOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Alona Matchenko, a Ukrainian-born law student at the University of Toledo — and founder of Toledo Helps Ukraine. Hear her thoughts as we approach one year since the start of the war — and hopes for 2023.
Originally Aired: February 5, 20232023-02-0506 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Abby Arnold: Deputy Mayor, City of ToledoOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by one of Toledo's two deputy mayors, Abby Arnold, to respond to one city council member's concern with Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz's proposed 2023-2024 budget, and discuss Toledo's diversifying economy.
Originally Aired: January 29, 20232023-01-3010 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Toledo City Councilwoman Katie MolineOn this week's Community Focus, I'm sitting down with Toledo City Councilwoman At-Large Katie Moline, a certified public accountant, who recently expressed concern with Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz's proposed 2023 budget. Hear what she has to say.
Originally Aired: January 22, 20232023-01-2308 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Toledo City Councilwoman Vanice Williams, District 4On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Toledo City Councilwoman Vanice Williams of District 4, who this week, was reappointed by her colleagues. Williams was initially appointed to finish out the term of Yvonne Harper. Find out Williams' goals for 2023.
Originally Aired: January 15, 20232023-01-1508 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Rebecca Facey: Chief Prosecutor, City of ToledoIt was announced this week that the city of Toledo would be getting a new chief prosecutor — and her name is Rebecca Facey. She previously worked as an assistant prosecuting attorney for Lucas County, and joins me on this week's Community Focus.
Originally Aired: January 8, 20232023-01-0906 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus Spotlight: What needs to change?On this week's Community Focus, as I continue coverage of a Toledo murder and kidnapping case of two teens, I speak with a mother, Yvonne Glover, who's concerned for Toledo's youth.
Originally Aired: December 18, 20222022-12-2802 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Hope Hooper: Marketing & Comms. Manager, The Arts CommissionIf you're active in Toledo's art scene, the work of The Arts Commission likely hasn't gone unnoticed by you. This morning on Community Focus, I'm joined by Hope Hooper of the commission to discuss what their work entails and how you can get involved!
Originally Aired: December 11, 20222022-12-2804 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Coleena Ali: Manager of Tenant and Landlord Services, City of ToledoIt's a newly-created role, as the city of Toledo aims to improve landlord-tenant relationships amid a national housing shortage. Coleena Ali, manager of tenant and landlord services for the city of Toledo, joins me on Community Focus.
Originally Aired: December 4, 20222022-12-2805 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Kelsie Hoagland: Public Information Officer, ODOT District 2Construction is everywhere in Northwest Ohio, and joining me on this week's Community Focus to discuss one of the largest projects underway, is ODOT District 2 Public Information Officer Kelsie Hoagland. Hear the latest in the widening of I-475.
Originally Aired: November 27, 20222022-12-2806 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Teresa Fedor (D), Ohio Board of EducationFrom teacher to state senator to now continuing to represent Northwest Ohio on the Ohio State Board of Education, Teresa Fedor (D) has had quite the career. And after her latest election victory, she's joining me to talk improving our local school districts.
Originally Aired: November 20, 20222022-12-2808 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Erin Wiley, The Willow CenterThis week was, in a word, chaotic. And what do you do after a week of chaos? Decompress, of course! So this morning on Community Focus, I'm joined by Erin Wiley, MA, LPCC of The Willow Center to discuss safeguarding our mental health through this season and every season.
Originally Aired: November 13, 20222022-12-2807 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Dr. Melissa Miller: Professor of Political Science, BGSUAs the countdown to Election Day 2022 continues, I'm joined on Community Focus by Dr. Melissa Miller, professor of political science at Bowling Green State University. Hear her thoughts on the record turnout, and what it could mean for election results.
Originally Aired: November 6, 2022 2022-12-2808 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Elgin Rogers, (D) candidate for OH-44As we get closer to Election Day, I'm joined on this week's Community Focus by Elgin Rogers, the Democratic candidate in the Ohio 44th House District race. We discuss how he intends to address water quality and gun violence concerns in his district.
Originally Aired: October 30, 20222022-12-2809 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Savannah Rayford: VP of Engagement, Cherry Street MissionHomelessness and hopelessness are two things that impact any community, but more so during the winter season, which is why on this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Savannah Rayford of the Cherry Street Mission for an update on their efforts.
Originally Aired: October 23, 20222022-12-2807 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: TPS School Board Member Sheena BarnesOn This Week's Community Focus | It's a controversial proposal by Brendan Shea of the Ohio Board of Education: forcing educators to report changes in a child's name or pronouns. I sit down with Sheena Barnes of the TPS School Board, which voted to oppose Shea's resolution this week.
Originally Aired: October 16, 20222022-12-2805 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Megan Vahey Casiere, Former Lucas County administratorOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Megan Vahey Casiere, who announced her resignation from the position of administrator with Lucas County. Casiere reflects on her last 10 years with the county, and talks about what's next.
Originally Aired: October 9, 20222022-12-2806 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: EVs and Climate Change with State Rep. Lisa SobeckiOriginally Aired: October 2, 2022
On this week's edition of Community Focus, I'm chatting with State Representative Lisa Sobecki of Ohio's 45th House District, to discuss electric vehicles and their role in combatting climate change, as well as what other action on climate we could expect from the state legislature.2022-10-0206 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Dr. Brian Kaminski, ProMedicaOriginally Aired: September 25, 2022
On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Dr. Brian Kaminski, VP of quality and patient safety at ProMedica, to discuss the pandemic three years later, as well as his reaction to President Biden's proclamation of the pandemic being over.2022-10-0206 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus Spotlight: Toledo's first female fire chief on first 7 monthsOriginally Aired: September 18, 2022
It has been a little over seven months since Allison Armstrong was appointed as Toledo's first female fire chief. Since then, she has gotten to work on the many challenges facing the department. And in this one-on-one interview, nothing's off limits.2022-10-0212 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Jan Materni, (D) candidate for OH-75Originally Aired: September 11, 2022
On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Jan Materni, the Democratic candidate running to represent Ohio's 75th House District, which encompasses all of Wood County, from Perrysburg & Bowling Green to the small, rural communities.2022-10-0209 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Lucas Camuso-Stall, Director of Govt. Relations & Advocacy, TLCPLOriginally Aired: September 4, 2022
On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Lucas Camuso-Stall, director of government relations & advocacy for the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, to discuss the system's 3.7 mill levy, which they're hoping you'll renew this fall.2022-10-0205 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Wendi Hendricks, (R) candidate for OH-43Originally Aired: August 28, 2022
On this week's Community Focus, I'm discussing the closely-watched 43rd House District race with another one of the two candidates: Republican business owner Wendi Hendricks. Hendricks addresses her stance on abortion rights, as well as crime here in Northwest Ohio.2022-10-0213 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Joshua Williams, (R) candidate for OH-41Originally Aired: August 21, 2022
On this week's Community Focus, I'm sitting down with Joshua Williams, the Republican candidate running for state representative in Ohio's 41st House District. Hear Williams' thoughts on abortion rights, gun laws in Ohio, and inflation, during this one-on-one interview.2022-10-0217 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Councilwoman Michele Grim, (D) candidate for OH-43Originally Aired: August 14, 2022
On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Councilwoman Michele Grim (D) to discuss her candidacy in Ohio's 43rd House District. From the issues facing voters to the challenges of running in such a diversely-drawn district. We cover it all.2022-10-0208 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Primary reflections with Colin Flanagan (D)Originally Aired: August 7, 2022
Following Tuesday's primary defeat, Colin Flanagan (D) joins me on Community Focus to look back on the campaign he ran, and future of the Democratic Party — heading into November.2022-10-0207 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Daniel Ortiz, (D) candidate for OH-43, returns ahead of primaryOriginally Aired: July 31, 2022
Councilwoman Michele Grim was initially scheduled to appear on this week's Community Focus, but had to reschedule. To accommodate, here's my extended conversation with Daniel Ortiz, the other Democratic candidate running to represent OH-43.2022-10-0209 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Brandon Sehlhorst - Director of Economic Development, City of ToledoOriginally Aired: July 24, 2022
On this week's Community Focus, I'm discussing a special redevelopment project in downtown Toledo, which entered an important stage this week, with Brandon Sehlhorst, director of economic development for the City of Toledo.2022-10-0208 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Nancy Larson (D), candidate for OH-41Originally Aired: July 17, 2022
On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Nancy Larson (D), a candidate running to represent OH-41. Hear her plan for abortion rights, gun violence, as well as police reform, in the wake of Jayland Walker's death in nearby Akron.2022-10-0111 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Toledo City Councilwoman At-Large Cerssandra McPherson (D)Originally Aired: July 10, 2022
On this week's Community Focus, I'm giving you local perspective on nationwide issues, from gun violence to women's rights, with Toledo City Councilwoman At-Large Cerssandra McPherson (D). You'll also hear her outlook on the August primary election.2022-10-0110 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | Stuart James: Executive Director, The Ability CenterOriginally Aired: July 3, 2022
On this week's Community Focus, I sit down with the Ability Center of Greater Toledo's new executive director — Stuart James! We discuss the organization's wide range of programming and how you can get involved.2022-10-0107 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Suspending the state gas tax? w/ Kara Hitchens of AAAOriginally Aired: June 26, 2022
On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by AAA's Kara Hitchens, to discuss President Biden's plea to states for them to drop their gas tax, as well as the possibility of that happening here in Ohio and how it could impact you in more ways than one.2022-10-0105 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Activist Montrice TerryOriginally Aired: June 12, 2022
This week's Community Focus continues the conversation regarding gun violence, our youth, and our future — with community activist and leader Montrice Terry. We discuss the youth programs being offered this summer, and how our city can get the most out of them.2022-10-0114 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Dr. Kevin Egan, UT Professor of EconomicsOriginally Aired: June 5, 2022
Inflation has caused the price per gallon of gas, food at the grocery store, and everything in between to skyrocket. So what’s really behind it? I’m getting answers, not from Facebook memes, rather an expert: Dr. Kevin Egan, the University of Toledo's professor of economics.2022-10-0111 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Activist Ny'Asia MathisOriginally Aired: May 29, 2022
Next week, we'll mark two years since a peaceful Black Lives Matter protest in downtown Toledo turned violent, the direct result of swift, aggressive action from the Toledo Police Department. One of the protestors who were there, Ny'Asia Mathis, joins me on Community Focus to take a look back.2022-10-0105 min
Community Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz (D-Toledo)It's been a week since his trip to Washington D.C. to participate in a roundtable discussion, hosted by the White House and attended by mayors from across the country, and now Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz (D) has sat down for a one-on-one interview with me. Find out what was discussed, how it impacts you, and what lies in the Glass City's future.
Original Air Date: May 22, 20222022-05-2317 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose (R)On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose (R) to talk last week's primary election challenges, as well as his outlook on the potential August primary, where state house and senate representatives will be decided.
Original Air Date: May 15, 20222022-05-2307 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | Alfonso Narvaez: President, ONE Village CouncilOn this Mother's Day edition of Community Focus, I'm sitting down with Alfonso Narvaez, a local activist and the president of ONE Village Council, to discuss gun violence, which has taken away the pride and joys of many mothers here in the Glass City.
Original Air Date: May 8, 20222022-05-2309 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Toledo NAACP President Willie Perryman Jr.On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Toledo NAACP President Willie Perryman Jr. to discuss the recent rise in gun violence, as well as his thoughts on the resignation of JoJuan Armour, and who believes should fill Armour's shoes in the city of Toledo's ongoing efforts to reduce violence.
Original Air Date: May 1, 2022 2022-05-2308 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Sheena Barnes, Local LGBTQ+ advocateOn this week's Community Focus, I'm sitting down with local LGBTQ+ advocate Sheena Barnes, to discuss the recent introduction of some bills that would ban teachings of gender/sexuality to K-12 students in Florida, and most recently, Ohio. While Florida's bill passed, Ohio's hangs in the balance, which is why Barnes has a message to those who support it.
Original Air Date: April 24, 20222022-05-2306 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Lucas Co. Board of Commissioners President Gary ByersOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Gary Byers, president of the Lucas County Board of Commissioners, to discuss his campaign for reelection, as well as the potential for a new county jail and the importance of a productive city-county relationship.
Original Air Date: April 17, 20222022-05-2311 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: State Representative Lisa Sobecki (D)Happy Sunday! ☀️ On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by State Representative Lisa Sobecki (D), a candidate for the Lucas County Board of Commissioners. Sobecki discusses her reasons for running, and thoughts on the ongoing redistricting process.
Original Air Date: April 10, 20222022-05-2309 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Neil Greenberg, TARTAHappy Sunday! ☀️ Last week, a major part of the Toledo Area Regional Transit Authority, or TARTA, returned: Sunday service. This week, I'm chatting with the transit service's head of transit development, Neil Greenberg, to discuss that and the organization's future.
Original Air Date: April 3, 20222022-05-2306 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | Rebecca Zietlow: Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, UToledoOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Rebecca Zietlow, associate dean for academic affairs at the University of Toledo, to recap this week's Senate confirmation hearings for Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.2022-04-0307 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Daniel Ortiz (D), candidate for state representativeOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Daniel Ortiz (D), a local healthcare worker, who in 2021, ran for a seat on Toledo City Council. Now, he's setting his sights on an even more influential position: state representative. Hear why he wants you to send him to Columbus, during our extended conversation.2022-04-0314 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: ProMedica President & CEO Randy OostraOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by ProMedica President & CEO Randy Oostra, to discuss the healthcare system's presenting sponsor title with the 2027 U.S. Women's Open, as well as the impact of COVID-19 on healthcare workers.2022-04-0311 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | Dr. Joel Voss: Assistant Professor of Political Science, UToledoOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by University of Toledo Assistant Professor of Political Science, Dr. Joel Voss. Hear Voss' thoughts on why Russia's war on Ukraine started in the first place, as wells as his expectations on how it could end.2022-04-0310 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Erika White (D), candidate for state representativeOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Erika White, a Democratic candidate for state representative, to discuss her priorities if elected, as well as past experiences that have shaped the woman she is today.2022-02-2810 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Joshua Williams (R), candidate for OH-40On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Joshua Williams, the Republican candidate for Ohio's 40th House District. We discuss the lack of Black representation in the Republican party, as well as the things he hopes to accomplish, if elected.2022-02-2807 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | Wade Gottschalk: Exec. Director, Wood Co. Economic DevelopmentOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Wade Gottschalk, executive director of the Wood County Economic Development Commission, to discuss Peloton's news that it has ditched its plan to own and operate a manufacturing plant in the county.2022-02-1308 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Toledo Fire and Rescue Dept. Chief Allison ArmstrongOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by new Toledo Fire and Rescue Department Chief Allison Armstrong, the first female fire chief in the history of the city of Toledo. Hear about the journey that has lead her to this position, and her plans for the department.2022-02-0506 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: State Senator Teresa Fedor, John CranleyOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by former Cincinnati mayor and current gubernatorial candidate John Cranley (D), as well as his running mate, Toledo's own State Senator Teresa Fedor (D), to discuss the launch of their campaign and plans for the state.2022-02-0520 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | Colin Flanagan (D): Candidate, OH-40This morning on Community Focus, I am joined by Colin Flanagan, a Democrat running to represent Ohio's 40th House District. Flanagan is currently a law student at the University of Toledo and says, if elected, his office will be your office.2022-02-0504 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Lucas County Commissioner Tina Skeldon Wozniak (D)On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Lucas County Commissioner Tina Skeldon Wozniak (D) to discuss her outlook on 2022, as well as her thoughts on Representative Lisa Sobecki's run for a seat on the board of county commissioners.2022-01-0907 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Councilwoman Vanice Williams (D), District 4On this week's Community Focus, I sit down with Councilwoman Vanice Williams (D-4) regarding gun violence, as well as her expectations for the city of Toledo in the new year.2022-01-0110 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Tina Butts, The MovementOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Tina Butts of The Movement, a local organization that has been serving the community throughout the pandemic, but is now on a mission to ensure everyone gets vaccinated against COVID-19.2022-01-0103 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Dayton Mayor, gubernatorial candidate Nan Whaley (D)On this week's Community Focus, I go one-one-one with gubernatorial candidate and current Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley to discuss her run for governor. I also get her reaction to the state's redrawn congressional district maps.2021-12-1312 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | David Pepper: Former Chair, Ohio Democratic PartyThis week, State Senator Theresa Gavarone (R), of District 2, announced her run to represent Ohio’s 9th congressional district — but some have questions. On this week's Community Focus, I’m joined by David Pepper, former chair of the Ohio Democratic Party.
| Note: I did reach out to Gavarone's campaign for an interview this week, but was told she wasn't available.2021-12-0506 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | JoJuan Armour: Commissioner, Mayor's Initiative to Reduce Gun ViolenceOn last week's Community Focus, I was joined by JoJuan Armour, commissioner of the Mayor's Initiative to Reduce Gun Violence, to discuss the city's record number of homicides and what he's doing to combat the issue.2021-12-0306 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | Jason Kucsma: Director, Toledo Lucas County Public LibraryOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Jason Kucsma, director of the Toledo Lucas County Public Library, to discuss library's recent cyberattack, his plan for increased community involvement, and resources for local students and educators.2021-11-2108 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | Kadee Anstadt: Superintendent, Washington Local SchoolsWashington Local Schools, on Friday, announced it would be reinstating its mask mandate, due to rising COVID-19 cases. On this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by WLS Superintendent Kadee Anstadt to discuss this recent announcement, and more.
Originally Aired: November 13, 20212021-11-1407 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Councilwoman Tiffany Preston-Whitman, Dr. Michele GrimWe are less than a week away from the November general election and now on Community Focus, I'm joined by At-Large Councilmember Tiffany Preston-Whitman (D), who's running to retain her seat, and newcomer Dr. Michele Grim (D), who's running for an at-large seat on city council.
Originally Aired: October 31, 20212021-11-1409 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Kapszukiewicz’s election victory + TPS, ProMedica partnershipOn this week's Community Focus, more of my one-on-one with Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz regarding his election victory, as well as a look at Toledo Police Schools' partnership with ProMedica to prepare the next generation of medical professionals!
Originally Aired: November 7, 20212021-11-1403 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus | Rev. John C. Jones: President, HOPE ToledoOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Rev. John C. Jones, President of HOPE Toledo, a local organization that aims to provide every child in Lucas County with an early childhood education. Recently, the organization pledged $20 million toward that cause.
Originally Aired: October 24, 20212021-11-1406 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Mayoral candidates Finkbeiner, Kapszukiewicz on gun violenceOn this week’s edition of Community Focus, I’m joined by mayoral candidates Carty Finkbeiner (I) and incumbent Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz (D) to discuss gun violence in our community, ahead of the November 2nd election. Both candidates say they have a plan to address the issue.
Originally Aired: October 17, 20212021-11-1416 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Brenna Reynolds (D), candidate for Rossford City CouncilOn this week's Community Focus, I'm joined by Brenna Reynolds, a Democratic candidate for Rossford City Council. Reynolds says since moving to Rossford 5 years ago, she has always wanted to make meaningful change in the community, and that this is the way to go about doing it.
Originally Aired: October 10, 20212021-11-1407 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: The importance of local elections in 60 secondsOn this week’s Community Focus, I wanted to focus on local elections.
They may not seem like a big deal, but they have a significantly larger impact than what you might think.
Originally Aired: October 3, 20212021-11-1400 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Council Member Theresa Morris (D), District 6On this week's edition of Community Focus, I'm joined by Council Member Theresa Morris (D of District 6 to discuss her reaction to the results of last week's primary election, as well as plans she has for her first full term representing the 6th district.
Originally Aired: September 26, 20212021-11-1408 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz on primary victoryNow on Community Focus, Toledo Mayor Wade Kapszukiewicz joins me to discuss his primary election victory and expectations for the November general election. Also hear more about what it's like to face an opponent like former mayor Carty Finkbeiner.
Originally Aired: September 19, 20212021-11-1408 min
Community Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus: One-on-one with Toledo City Council candidate Mac DriscollMac Driscoll is running as a Democrat for an at-large seat on Toledo City Council and he wants your vote this September. I spoke to Driscoll to discuss his plans for the city of Toledo, if elected, as well as his endorsement for mayor.
Originally Aired: September 12, 20212021-11-1410 min
Community Focus with Jaden JeffersonBlade employees fighting what they say are unethical, "union-busting" practicesBlade employees are fighting back against what they say are unethical, union busting practices by their parent company, Block communications, and the local family that runs it, the Blocks. During a Blade Guild union meeting held earlier this week, employees met with fellow journalists and members of the community to discuss ways they could potentially put an end to years of divestment and unethical practices.
Sarah Elms, a political reporter with The Blade, says that the Blocks have spent a significant amount of money to pay Tennessee-based lawyer Richard Lowe to negotiate on their behalf, rather than...2021-04-1402 min
Community Focus with Jaden JeffersonOne-On-One with Senator Sherrod Brown (D) | Politics & COVID-19Senator Sherrod Brown talks Ohio's first doses of the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine, plus the upswing in hospitalizations, some Statehouse Republicans' plan to impeach Governor Mike DeWine, a shakeup in the Ohio Democratic Party and his message to his Republican colleagues.2020-12-0305 min
Community Focus with Jaden JeffersonHow ODOT crews are preparing for Ohio's upcoming snowfallA winter weather advisory is now in effect for all of Northwest Ohio as well as other parts of the state, due to a winter storm that will last through Tuesday. Hear from Ohio Department of Transportation Press Secretary Matt Bruning, on how plow drivers/crews are preparing to keep the roads clear, and you safe.2020-11-3005 min
Community Focus with Jaden JeffersonOne-On-One with Tol. City Cncl. Member At-Large Tiffany P. Whitman (D)In this one-on-one interview, Toledo City Council Member At-Large Tiffany Preston Whitman (D) discusses her new role as a council member at-large, police reform, gun violence, COVID-19 and the economy, and of course — the election.2020-10-3108 minCommunity Focus with Jaden JeffersonCommunity Focus with Jaden Jefferson (Trailer)2020-10-3000 min
Highlighting the BEST of Youth Sports038 - Class of 2027 Jaden Jefferson, a Young QB on a Different LevelEpisode 38 features Jaden Jefferson, one of the top 12-year old quarterbacks in the nation. Jaden is already a 5x Superbowl and 2x National champion, but more impressive than that is the type of person Jaden is. You’re going to enjoy hearing about Jaden and his journey, the future is bright for this young man.
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Politics and Polls#203: The Next Generation of Journalism (Jaden Jefferson)Some criticize the way the media covers political issues, spurring conversations about how journalism can be improved, especially within the next generation of reporters. One 12-year-old — Jaden Jefferson — is already on his way to contributing to the news world through his local reporting efforts in Toledo, Ohio. Jefferson, who joins Julian Zelizer and Sam Wang in this episode, has already interviewed a number of prominent figures including Sen. Elizabeth Warren. He's been interviewed by Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, and others. You can find his stories on his YouTube channel at Jaden Reports.2020-10-0132 min
In Service of Humanity#203: The Next Generation of Journalism (Jaden Jefferson)Some criticize the way the media covers political issues, spurring conversations about how journalism can be improved, especially within the next generation of reporters. One 12-year-old - Jaden Jefferson - is already on his way to contributing to the news world through his local reporting efforts in Toledo, Ohio.
Jefferson, who joins Julian Zelizer and Sam Wang in this episode, has already interviewed a number of prominent figures including Sen. Elizabeth Warren. He's been interviewed by Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, and others. You can find his stories on his YouTube channel at Jaden Reports.2020-10-0100 min
The Scott Sands ShowJaden Jefferson discusses how he's covered both the COVID-19 Pandemic and BLM ProtestsJaden Jefferson discusses how he's covered both the COVID-19 Pandemic and BLM Protests2020-06-0909 minThe Scott Sands ShowJaden Jefferson discuses his recent interview with Oprah for the Ellen ShowJaden Jefferson discuses his recent interview with Oprah for the Ellen Show2019-10-0108 minThe Scott Sands ShowJaden Jefferson discusses being interviewed on the Ellen showJaden Jefferson discusses being interviewed on the Ellen show2019-09-1310 min
🎗️You Winning Life🎗️Ep. 4-Jaden Jefferson: 11 Year Old Journalist Taking Media and The World By StormLet us know what you thought about the show!Jaden Jefferson may be the only 6th grader in this country that is reading the Mueller report. He is interviewing 2020 Presidential candidate from both parties but is smart enough to know not to answer any questions about his personal views!He has scored interviews on CNN, MSNBC, Univision, Fox News and NowThis, plus the accolades of his adult peers. He now has more than 21,000 followers on Twitter. Local press in Toledo dubbed him a “national star.” “Jaden has a lesson for all of us reporte...2019-08-0828 minThe Scott Sands ShowJaden Jefferson of Jaden Reports on his experience at the Democratic debate in DetroitJaden Jefferson of Jaden Reports on his experience at the Democratic debate in Detroit2019-08-0103 minThe Scott Sands ShowJaden Jefferson of Jaden Reports discusses his exclusive interview with Elizabeth Warren and going viralJaden Jefferson of Jaden Reports discusses his exclusive interview with Elizabeth Warren and going viral2019-07-3008 minThe Scott Sands ShowToledo's youngest journalist, Jaden Jefferson, live in studio!Toledo's youngest journalist, Jaden Jefferson, live in studio!2019-07-1515 min