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Oregon RainmakersKLCC's Oregon Rainmakers: Leah Murray, Executive Director of the Shelton McMurphey Johnson House and MuseumA conversation with Leah Murray, Executive Director of the Shelton McMurphey Johnson House and Museum2024-06-0121 min
The Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still to be Done: Community Conversations with Rabbi Ruhi SophiaThe Shelton McMurphey Johnson House Museum believes that the best way to learn is to listen.
This week we talked with Rabbi Ruhi Sophia of Temple Beth Israel in Eugene. Ruhi moved to Eugene to lead TBI in 2015. She grew up in New York State and had not been to Oregon before. She shares with us what helps her get through our chaotic times. What is helping you?
In this Second Season, we are expanding our conversations to listen to voices across the spectrum of discrimination and prejudice. What can we learn? How do...2021-05-2135 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still to be Done: Community Conversations with Mark MasonThe Shelton McMurphey Johnson House Museum believes that the best way to learn is to listen.
Today we are talking with Mark Mason. Mark moved to Eugene in July 2020, but he has visited many times in his work in the music concert industry. He grew up in the Philadelphia area, riding the train with then Senator Joe Biden. Mark makes an interesting comparison of Eugene to Berkeley. What do you think?
In this Second Season, we are expanding our conversations to listen to voices across the spectrum of discrimination...2021-05-1431 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still to be Done: Community Conversations with Greg BlackThe Shelton McMurphey Johnson House Museum believes that the best way to learn is to listen.
Today we are joined by Greg Black. Greg is an electrician by trade, and film maker by passion. He and his wife moved here from the mid west and raised their 4 sons in Eugene.
How many times have you looked into the barrel of a gun of law enforcement?
In this Second Season, we are expanding our conversations to listen to voices across the spectrum of discrimination and prejudice. What can we learn? How...2021-05-0726 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still to be Done: Community Conversations with Hollis ShostromThe Shelton McMurphey Johnson House Museum believes that the best way to learn is to listen.
Today we are talking with Hollis Shostrom. Hollis lives with CP, but he doesn't let it define him. He is active in the community and can be seen around town in his electric chair. When he isn't designing custom wheelchairs, Hollis loves to ski and hike around Oregon.
There are a lot of ways that our health care system make life harder for those who are dependent on it. What can we do to make it...2021-04-3039 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still to be Done: Community Conversations with Silver MogartThe Shelton McMurphey Johnson House Museum believes that the best way to learn is to listen.
Today we are joined by Eugene City Club Executive Director Silver Mogart. Starting during his time at Lane Community College, Silver as been working to eliminate discrimination and prejudice in our community for 17 years. Do you think we are loosing momentum to get the changes we need to make? How are you working in your community to continue the pressure one the local and national administrations?
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https://lulac.org/members/directory/council_400012021-04-2328 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still to be Done: Community Conversations with Tyshawn FordThe Shelton McMurphey Johnson House Museum believes that the best way to learn is to listen.
Today we are joined by Tyshawn Ford, one of the active leaders of Black Unity. Tyshawn is a Native Oregonian, but has only been in Eugene a couple of years. He has participated in nearly 200 protests in about 10 states. He says that if you want to be involved, show up. The leadership is just normal people who work to make things happen. But there are other ways people can help.
++++++We want to apologize for the...2021-04-1629 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still to be Done: Community Conversations with Denise ThomasThe Shelton McMurphey Johnson House Museum believes that the best way to learn is to listen. In this Second Season, we are expanding our conversations to listen to voices across the spectrum of discrimination and prejudice. What can we learn? How do we create change?
We spent time with Healthy Moves Executive Director Denise Thomas again for Season Two. She doesn't see herself as a leader in the Eugene nonprofit industry; she really just wants to get things done. How do you define a community leader? How do community leaders like Denise help you feel...2021-04-0917 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsSeason Two: Community Conversations with Eric RichardsonJoin us in learning from community members as they share their experiences living in the Eugene/Springfield area. In this Second Season, we are expanding our conversations to listen to voices across the spectrum of discrimination and prejudice. What can we learn? How can we turn that learning into change?
NAACP Executive Director Eric Richardson joins us for our first video of Season Two. He shares with us his knowledge about the Reconstruction and the Deconstruction. Eric is a powerful speaker and educator. What did you learn from this conversation?
This project is...2021-04-0227 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still To Do: Siobhan CancelIn this interview, we introduce you to Siobhan Cancel. She came to Eugene in 1994 and despite moving away a few times... always finds her way back. Siobhan's story is one you should hear.
While you listen to Siobhan's story, what surprises you the most? Do you think her experiences are unique?
The Museum believes that the best way to learn is to listen. We will be learning from our community in a series of interviews that we will be sharing with you over the next couple of months. Join us in learning...2020-12-1823 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still To Do: LindaIn this interview, we introduce you to Linda Hamilton. Linda has lived and worked in Eugene for many years, but she grew up in the south. Her family suffered a tragic loss at the hands of racial violence.
Its hard to listen to some of these real life incidents of racial discriminations, especially for those of us who don't remember the KKK sign up on Skinner's Butte, or a time when people of color weren't allowed to even rent a hotel room in city limits. As you watch this video, put yourself in Linda's shoes...2020-12-0431 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still To Do: HazelThis week's conversation is with Hazel. This North Eugene student is an ally and a member of Black Unity.
As you listen to her story, what comes to mind? How can you be a better ally for POC?
The Museum believes that the best way to learn is to listen. We will be learning from our community in a series of interviews that we will be sharing with you over the next couple of months. Join us in learning from BIPOC communities members and their allies as they share their experiences living...2020-11-2711 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still To Do: Angela NoahThis weeks Community Conversation is with Angela Noah, reigning Miss Indian at the UO. She is a member of the White Mountain Apache Tribe of Arizona. As you listen to Angela's story, what stands out? Did you know that there were still boarding schools for Indigenous students?
The Museum believes that the best way to learn is to listen. We will be learning from our community in a series of interviews that we will be sharing with you over the next couple of months. Join us in learning from BIPOC communities members and their...2020-11-2029 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still To Be Done: Martin and MorganWe talk to Martin Allums and Morgan Henley. Morgan grew up in Springfield and Martin grew up in the LA area. They tell us about the struggles they have both experienced living here.
What do you think we can do change these issues? How do we make sure more people of color are elected in our local offices?
The Museum believes that the best way to learn is to listen. We will be learning from our community in a series of interviews that we will be sharing with you over the next...2020-11-1328 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still To Be Done: JuanJuan Carlos Valle has had an interesting journey in his life. He came from Mexico City. With a bit of help and a LOT of hard work, he is now a leader in the Latino community of Oregon. There were a lot of bumps along the way. Now he gives back to his community with his time and his experience.
This is made possible by a grant from Oregon Humanities and the National Trust for the Humanities as part of the CARES Act. None of the opinions expressed herein represent Shelton McMurphey Johnson House or Oregon Humanities.2020-11-0629 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still To Be Done: DeniseDenise Thomas is not a stranger to hard work. In fact, she loves it. She not only owns her own exercise business, she is also the Executive Director of Healthy Moves, a nonprofit bringing movement, fitness and fun to elementary students.
What do you think about the story of the two people in the car? Would you have laughed like Denise did? Do you think that was the right response?
This is made possible by a grant from Oregon Humanities and the National Trust for the Humanities as part of the CARES Act...2020-10-2334 minThe Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still to Do: NonaWe took some time to get to know Nona a little better. This 16 year old has some strong feelings about the movement, voting, and getting people to listen.
As you listen to Nona, what impressions of this next generation do you have?
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The Work Still To Do: Community ConversationsThe Work Still to Do: Hazel and NonaHello and welcome to our first Community Conversation. We are thrilled to be listening to our community and learning how their lives are affected by the racial tensions that still exist throughout our country.
As you listen to this interview, what comes to mind about their experiences? How are they different than yours? What do you think should be done about the comment they talked that was posted in their school site? Do you think our schools are doing enough to address the racist comments or actions that are happening? What questions would you ask Hazel and...2020-09-2514 min