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Signal Cleveland: On AirMusic Settlement expanding in University CircleThe Public Meetings Report for the week of Jan. 26, 2025From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, The Music Settlement visits Cleveland City Council looking for help finishing its expansion. Plus, the Cleveland Metropolitan School District discusses proposed changes to its school year calendar. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Ava CarubiaBilal Hakeem Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings R...
2026-01-2704 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCMSD approves school closures and mergersEarlier this month, Signal Cleveland reporters and Cleveland Documenters closely covered the Cleveland Metropolitan School District’s plan to merge and close dozens of schools. This episode of the Public Meetings Report brings you inside the meeting where the board approved that plan — including public comments from parents, teachers, and residents who spoke directly to district leaders before the unanimous vote. If you want to hear the key voices and understand the big takeaways in about five minutes, this episode is for you.The Documenter whose work contributed to this episode is: Kelli...
2025-12-2305 min
Between the Headlines: ColumbusA Pro‑Business Brain Trust For Growth PLUS CMSD's Superintendent Craig ChapmanGot a question or a tip? Send us a textIn our last episode of the year, we kick off with Councilman Jason Spears discussing a bold plan to turn Columbus' raw economic activity into real economic development: an action‑first advisory group made up of people who build, hire, lease, heal, and sell here. The hard questions aren’t dodged. What keeps self‑interest from creeping in? The committee’s mandate is to match supply to demand before the city courts the wrong projects. Then we shift to the classroom, where stability becomes a strategy...
2025-12-181h 12
Sound of IdeasCMSD leaders, community discuss major consolidation plan happening next school yearCMSD Consolidation PlanThis week, the school board for the Cleveland Metropolitan School District approved a major consolidation plan that will cut the total number of schools in the district by a third due to years of declining enrollment. Starting next fall, there will be 18 fewer buildings, and the district will operate 29 fewer schools.
District CEO Warren Morgan said the plan is also a way for the district to save money and improve academic offerings.
Some parents and teachers have concerns about this major change, including crowded buildings, unique programs going away and how...
2025-12-1151 min
Sam Sylk Show PodcastTell Em How You Feel: CMSD MergingSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2025-12-1110 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCleveland school district announces closures, mergersThe Public Meetings Report for the week of Nov. 18, 2025From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters.In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland Metropolitan School District CEO Warren Morgan announces recommendations for school closings and mergers he says will save the district $30 million per year in operating expenses. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Annie MaglicicAmber Neal Their work has been compiled this week by Doug Breehl Pitorak. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell.
2025-11-1805 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCMSD sees improvements on state report cardThe Public Meetings Report for the week of Oct. 27, 2025From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland Metropolitan School District CEO Warren Morgan says district students’ proficiency rates have improved in every testing subject on the State of Ohio’s report card. Learn more in this week’s episode.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Alfreda WilliamsAlyssa HolzkloosSabrina AdamsDevon MartiJulia BrookoverTheir work has...
2025-10-2805 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirWhat your neighbors are saying at Greater Cleveland public meetingsThe Public Meetings Report for the week of September 1, 2025.From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, we’ll take our regular look back at some of the more notable public comments residents have made at local government meetings in the past few months. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters, in partnership with WOVU 95.9FM. SHOW NOTES:Signal Cleveland reporting: Find fact sheets on Cleveland’s 15 redrawn wards here By Signal Cleveland Staff CMSD students start school in one week...
2025-09-0205 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCleveland Heights residents speak out against draining of Lower Shaker LakeThe Public Meetings Report for the week of August 19, 2025. From Signal Cleveland and Cleveland Documenters. In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland Heights City Council heard from residents concerned about losing Lower Shaker Lake. Plus, there’s an update on the H.O.P.E. Campus residential facility for youth in crisis. Learn more in this week’s episode.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Stephanie ManningJanenell SmithLaurie RedmonAndrew KennesonTheir work has been co...
2025-08-1905 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirHorseshoe Lake Dam to be removed from Shaker LakesThe Public Meetings Report for the week of July 20, 2025In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland City Council approves legislation to remove Horseshoe Lake Dam in Shaker Lakes. Plus, 96 residents weigh in on construction of a new Ohio City biergarten. Learn more in this week’s episode.The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:Anna TruaxKellie MorrisTheir work has been compiled this week by Mary Ellen Huesken. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meetings Repor...
2025-07-2105 min
Superintendents UnpluggedUrban Education, Unfiltered: A CEO’s Strategic PlaybookIn this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis sits down with Dr. Warren Morgan, CEO of Cleveland Metropolitan School District, for a candid and insightful conversation on leading through challenge, driving innovation, and staying rooted in purpose. Recorded live at the Council of the Great City Schools’ 68th annual fall conference in Dallas, this episode explores Dr. Morgan’s first-year milestones—including the historic achievement of CMSD meeting Ohio’s state standards for the first time ever.Dr. Morgan reflects on returning to Cleveland, a city where he has deep personal and professional ties, to lead during a...
2025-05-2617 min
Public Education MattersCelebrating Diverse Readers in Lima and Diversity Read-Ins in TwinsburgBooks that feature diverse voices - from diverse characters and diverse authors - help students discover their own voices and write themselves into the history books of tomorrow. Across Ohio, educators are using diverse literature to prompt important discussion, create welcoming learning environments, and help young people see themselves and the world around them in new ways. In this episode, we dive into the work of two local associations to do just that!CHECK OUT THE READ-INS | Click here to view a gallery of photos and videos from some of Twinsburg Education Association Diversity Read-Ins and other...
2025-05-0819 minBetween the Headlines: ColumbusIn Studio: Robert SmithGot a question or a tip? Send us a textRobert Smith, former Columbus mayor and current president of the Columbus Municipal School District, offers insights on local education, environmental concerns, and city politics while reflecting on his own leadership philosophy.• CMSD faces another superintendent search after Dr. Ellis' unexpected resignation• The district has improved to a B rating but continues struggling with declining enrollment, dropping from 5,100 to around 3,000 students• Franklin Academy's future remains undecided though local businessmen have expressed interest in redevelopment• The R.E. Hunt renovation is nearly complete with a grand...
2025-04-2450 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirDrivers putting bus riding children at risk, says council memberPublic Meetings Report for the week of March 31, 2025In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Ward 9 Cleveland City Council member Kevin Conwell introduced legislation to urge the Cleveland Metropolitan School District to put cameras on buses so police can catch drivers who fail to stop for the bus’s flashing red lights. Plus, RTA’s CEO India Birdsong-Terry and Metroparks’ CEO Brian Zimmerman named projects that could be affected, and some that won’t, by federal funding cuts to their board members. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contribu...
2025-03-3106 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirWomen’s shelter sees increase in need, running out of bedsThe Public Meetings Report for the week of March 24, 2025In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cuyahoga County Council hears from YWCA executives about the need for services at the Norma Herr women’s shelter. Plus, the latest data on the number of county residents using social welfare benefits like Medicaid and SNAP. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:Nina AwalAlicia MorelandK. Marie Smith Their work has been compiled this we...
2025-03-2106 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirBlack women still facing disparities in the workplace, healthcare, and education, study findsPublic Meetings Report for the week of February 17, 2025In this week’s Public Meetings Report, the Cleveland Commission on Black Women and Girls heard results of a recent survey of Black women across Northeast Ohio showing disparities and other hardships they continue to face in the workplace, healthcare and education. Learn more in this week’s episode. The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are: Emma Sedlak Kellie Morris Ronaldo Rodriguez, Jr. Their work has been compiled this week by Najee Hall, Michael Indrolio, and Gennifer Harding-Gosnell. The Public Meet...
2025-02-1706 min
CMSD UAIThe Nightmare - Proyek KelasLima sahabat dengan karakter berbeda, Hana yang suka horor, Rara yang takut horor, Ayu yang pendiam, Mentari yang optimis, dan Abel yang indigo, harus menghadapi kejadian misterius di lab komputer setelah Hana menceritakan kisah-kisah seram di sana.
Program Director : Danis
Producer : Nawal
Creative: Nadya
Script Writer: Reyno
Actor/Actress: Syafira (Hana), Shifa (Rara), Aini (Ayu), Danis (Mentari), Nawal (Abel), Ratu (Indy), Alya (Aya)
Sound Editor: Naufal & Nabil
Sound Operator: Alya
Music Director: Ratu & Syafira
Prod. Asst: Farhan & Wulan
2025-02-0530 min
CMSD UAIUnspoken Glance - Proyek KelasBimo ingin menjalin hubungan lebih dari sekadar persahabatan dengan Bianca, tetapi masa lalu Bianca yang tertutup menghalangi mereka. Meski begitu, Bimo tak menyerah memperjuangkan cintanya. Akankah usahanya menyembuhkan luka Bianca dan membawa kebahagiaan, atau justru membawanya ke situasi tak terduga?
Program Director : Ghifari Fadllika Andriady
Producer : Davitri Hanifah Hazimah
Creative : Jemima Kayla Azrha
Script Writer : Lina Sadrina Fauzi
Actor/Actress : Muhammad Ibnu Juliansyah (Bimo), Davitri Hanifah Hazimah (Bianca), Jemima Kayla Azrha (Jasmine), Atthaya Rafa Pradipta (Varo), Fadhil Muhammad (Omar), Maftuhul Arzaq Said (Ray), Intan Safarina Husein...
2025-02-0518 min
CMSD UAIFrekuensi - Proyek KelasEmpat anak muda yang bekerja di sebuah stasiun radio menjalani hari-hari mereka dengan penuh semangat, membuat program dan siaran untuk menghibur pendengar setia. Semuanya berjalan lancar hingga suatu kejadian tak terduga datang dan mengubah segalanya, menguji kehidupan mereka yang tadinya biasa-biasa saja.
Program Director : Reyhan Febrian
Producer : Muhammad Ridho Birowo
Creative : Nailah Edgina
Script Writer : Ryzka Putri Andini
Actor/Actress : Nailah Edgina (Aulia), Rafi Naufal Handoko (Rendy), Muhammad Rizky (Marco), Muhammad Dimas Satria A (Danu), Syadat Ardiansyah (Pak Birowo)
Sound Editor : Rizki Nur Ramadhan...
2025-02-0510 min
CMSD UAITetap Berdiri - Proyek KelasMenceritakan tentang Arum, seorang gadis yang memiliki impian besar untuk meraih kesuksesan. Namun, ia dihadapkan pada situasi keluarga yang rumit. Ayahnya menderita penyakit serius akibat luka bakar dari kebakaran di warteg dan memiliki riwayat penyakit jantung. Kejadian ini mengubah hidup Arum secara drastis, memaksanya untuk berhenti kuliah dan bekerja keras demi menanggung biaya hidup keluarganya.
Program Director: Ghaitsa Najah Faridah
Producer: Muhammad Dafi Alyas
Creative: Malika Paramesti
Script Writer: Desy Fitriyanti
Actor: Kaela Amandira (Arum), Priya Dafalief Rispandya (Bapak), Mohammad Ryolinda Nesta (Alfin), Desy Fitriyanti (Tya...
2025-02-0518 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirFoundation backs local film industry at Cuyahoga County CouncilPublic Meetings Report for the week of February 3, 2025
In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cuyahoga County Council committees heard from Providence House about its expansion to Cleveland’s east side, and advanced legislation giving American Rescue Plan Act funds to local nonprofits like the C.R.E.W. Foundation and Dress for Success. Learn more in this week’s episode.
The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:
Marvetta Rutherford
Nicole A
Stesia Swain
Laurie Redmon
Their work has been compiled...
2025-02-0306 min
CMSD UAIBincang Broadcast! - Podcast Tangga MerahKerja di Stasiun Televisi tuh seru gak sih? Nah kali ini mau kupas semuanya bersama Fadillah Widianto seorang camera person di salah satu Stasiun TV Swasta Indonesia!
2025-01-1336 min
CMSD UAIAlumni Back to Campus! - Podcast Tangga MerahBagaimana kondisi industri di tengah pandemi dan apa saja ilmu yang didapatkan setelah lulus dari UAI menurut sudut pandang alumni? Kita bahas semuanya bareng Dimas Rahmatulah!
2025-01-1035 min
CMSD UAIGen Z Butuh Terapi Mental? - Podcast Tangga MerahEmang bener Gen Z butuh terapi mental? Apa yaa faktornya? Kali ini Tangga Merah akan ngobrol bareng sama Natasha Davega seorang Counselor Psikologi! Yukk simak informasi menariknya!
2025-01-1040 min
CMSD UAISehat Cerdik, Hidup Asik? - Podcast Tangga MerahHidup sehat kok nanti-nanti sih? Mulai dari sekarang dong! Kali ini di Podcast Tangga Merah, kita akan mengupas semua informasi mengenai kesehatan bersama Dr. Anizya Tiya Mulya, MMRS!
2025-01-0931 minSound of IdeasDespite levy approvals, hard choices ahead for Cleveland and Akron | Reporters RoundtableOn Election Day, voters in Cleveland overwhelmingly approved a new 10-year, 8.6 mill levy to fund operations. The issue also included a renewal of an expiring bond issue.But despite the levy's passage, the financial fortunes ahead for the district are rocky. A five-year forecast approved by CMSD's board of education this week show steep cuts are still needed to prevent the district from running into the red.The Akron Public Schools administration led by Superintendent Michael Robinson has been told by its board of education to find more places to cut in its expenses. The...
2024-11-2251 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCMSD's new parent portal rolling out nowPublic Meetings Report for the week of August 27, 2024
In this week’s Public Meetings Report, Cleveland Documenters listened in as the Landmarks Commission debated the use of its new Solar Panel Policy in the city’s Historic Districts, and public commenters express their concerns to CMSD about new proposed state legislation to require school districts to make release time for religion. Learn more in this week’s episode.
The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:
Ashley Lubecky
Stacie Simon
Tucker Handley
Dan McLaughl...
2024-08-2906 min
Eat Better Food Today!Ep. 11 - Nutritionists Bob Gorman with Rebecca Rodriguez on Why Students Deserve Local FoodsOn this episode we are grateful to have Bob Gorman and Rebecca Rodriguez from the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, which is responsible for 35,000 students in 82 schools. Bob is the Executive Director of Nutrition Services at CMSD. Rebecca is the Program Manager of Farm to School at CMSD. Bob was previously at Parma City Schools where he worked with Chef Ben Bebenroth to educate and feed over 8500 children on Ben's farm. A focus of Bob and Rebecca at CMSD is to expose, encourage, and educate students about nutrient-dense foods (i.e. No More Blue Applesauce). They have now, in just...
2024-07-2559 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCMSD gives late activist Arnold Pinkney his flowersPublic Meetings Report for the week of July 8, 2024
🏫🎒In this week’s Public Meetings Report, we focus on the Cleveland Metropolitan School District Board of Education business meeting on Tuesday, June 25. At the meeting Documenters listened in as friends and family of the late Cleveland educator and civil rights activist, Arnold Pinkney discussed his legacy. Pinkney passed away in 2014. Earlier this summer CMSD renamed their East Professional Center building in Pinkney’s memory.
Also, Documenters caught CMSD CEO Warren Morgan’s presentation on disproportionate absenteeism and suspensions among Black students and students with disabilities across the district...
2024-07-1005 min
Signal Cleveland: On Air‘Who’s getting fired?’: Bibb under attack for public safety hirePublic Meetings Report for the week of April 22, 2024
The Cleveland Cavaliers are in the playoffs again. Meanwhile, Cleveland Documenters aren’t playing any games at these local government meetings. Last week, they caught a Cleveland City Council meeting packed with info to share with you, including residents speaking out against plans to build a new school building at Cudell Park, Council’s 14 week summer break plan, and complaints Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb’s hiring of his college roommate Phillip McHugh as public safety advisor. That and more in this week’s episode… in less than five...
2024-04-2404 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirHealth clinics planned for John Marshall, JFK and Anton Grdina CMSD schoolsSpring has officially spring here in Cleveland. While many of us were looking for the extra strength Claritin, Documenters were busy making local government meetings clearer. Last week, they learned about Cleveland Metropolitan School District plans for three new school-based health clinics and for streamlining English language arts curricula across schools. Plus, Second New Hope Baptist Church is approved for landmark designation. And, the Landmarks Commission hears a plan to require some city developers to encourage their residents and employees to use public transportation. Get the details in around five minutes in this week’s episode.
The Documenters whose wo...
2024-04-1804 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirResidents stress the importance of preserving Cudell ParkPublic Meetings Report for the week of March 25, 2024
As Clevelanders prepare for an onslaught of eclipse watchers, Documenters were steadily watching local government meetings. Among the things they caught: Cleveland City Council approving the 2024 General Fund Budget, Cleveland Metropolitan School District contemplates moving to a single calendar, and Samaria Rice and other Cudell residents voice support for preserving Cudell Park Learn more in less than five minutes in this week’s show.
The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:
Alfreda Williams
Ayanna Rose Banks
Ba...
2024-03-2704 min
Real Reading TalkBudget cuts in schools=bye bye to beneficial programsIn this episode, I'm discussing the recent article in our local online news platform cleveland.com that talks about the budget cuts that will be taking place this September in districts across the country. The money from the American Rescue Plan Act dollars are drying up and of course that means take away Out Of School Time programs and summer learning programs. These are the programs that was created for our underserved population of children which majority comprise of Black children. My question what is our response Black people? Listen to my breakdown and continuous reminders on how we...
2024-03-2537 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirBus driver shortage causing trouble for CMSDPublic Meetings Report for the week of March 19, 2024
Spring has sprung here in Cleveland… sort of. While most of us have been hopefully squinting our eyes for glimpses of tree buds (and sunlight), Cleveland Documenters have kept their eyes closely focused on local government meetings. Last week, Documenters learned about a shortage of CMSD bus drivers, troubles with the Cleveland Community Police Commission’s community grants program, and an expansion at The Winery at Chateau Hough.
Learn more in this week’s episode!
The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:
Barbar...
2024-03-2004 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirResidents raise potential police oversight violations at Cleveland City CouncilPublic Meetings Report for the week of February 21, 2024
Before diving into the city’s budget (the hearings are going on now), Documenters were busy learning about other government happenings. Last week, they detailed hold-ups with the Community Police Commission’s grants program, a call for City Council to engage more with police oversight agencies, and plans for CMSD budget cuts.
The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:
Tucker Handley
Ayanna Rose Banks
Carolyn Cooper
Prerna Agarwal
Chardon Black, and
Barbara Phipps.
...
2024-02-2106 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirNew fees for car-sharing services at Hopkins AirportLast week, Documenters covered a job training program for high schoolers with Cleveland Public Power, pro-Palestinian protests at Cleveland City Council, and a new fee for car-sharing services at Hopkins Airport. Check out the highlights in this week’s episode.
The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:
Aaron Skubby
Tina Scott
Jada Hobson
Ayanna Rose Banks
Alicia Moreland
Regina Samuels
Their work has been compiled this week by Rachel Dissell, Anastasia Vanisko, and Dakotah Kennedy. The Public Meetings Report is produced by Gennifer Harding-Gosnell.
The Public Meetings Report is...
2023-11-0704 min
Ideal IdealismEp. 12 - CMSD: The School, The Brand, The NetworkCome One, Come All. Former CMSD Chief of Staff, Karen Thompson, reveals the ins and outs of daily operations and decision-making.
2023-10-3140 minIdeal IdealismEp. 11 - Say “Boo” to BullyingBullies Beware! It’s Humanware! Connect with us and Executive Director of CMSD Humanware, Jason Tidmore, as we discuss anti-bullying prevention and the significance of social-emotional learning in the classroom.
2023-10-2432 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirResidents push back on Cuyahoga County jail land purchasePublic Meetings Report for the week of October 16, 2023
Last week, Documenters captured push back on purchasing Garfield Heights land for new county jail, a participation decrease in Cleveland’s MomsFirst program, up to $500,000 granted for upgrades to the Brenda Glass Trauma Center, and CMSD’s school board’s upcoming vote on new sign-up rules for public comments. Check out the highlights in this week’s episode.
The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:
Marcy Clark
Tim Zelina
Chanel Wiley
Janenell Smith
Alicia...
2023-10-1705 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCommunity members sound off about tree loss in CudellPublic Meetings Report for the week of August 28, 2023
School is back in session – and back on the agendas of some local government agencies. Last week, Documenters covered $2.1-million to Cleveland schools for a career planning program, a new sign-up process for public comment at Cleveland school board meetings, and a demolition related to the Irishtown Bend project. Check out the highlights in this week’s episode!
The Documenters whose work contributed to this episode are:
Barbara Phipps
Dan McLaughlin
Kellie Morris, and
Marvetta Rutherford.
Their work...
2023-08-2904 min
Strategic Moves With Kenn DowellLightning Strikes and a Minister's Journey Unveiled!
Prepare for an electrifying adventure as we dive into the remarkable life of Jerry Primm, the Associate Minister turned lightning magnet! 😱
Join us as we uncover the hilarious story of how a bolt of lightning changed Jerry's life forever while he was innocently cheering on his son's football game with his amazing daughter and son! 🏈😂⚡️
Discover the shocking details of that fateful September 8, 2012, when Lightning thought it would be hilarious to give Jerry the shock of a lifetime! It's an electrifying experience you won't believe! 🔌💥
But that's not all! We'll also explore Jerry's passion for Historically Black Colleges and Universities, and h...
2023-08-0940 min
The Bold SLP PodcastS3 | E14: Creating a Space for Minorities in Undergrad SLP ProgramsThis episode features an interview with Raelen Watkins, B.S.Ed., Naomi Doerr-Garcia, Dr. Nina Santus, Ph.D., CCC/SLP, from the University of Georgia's undergraduate student organization: Minorities in Communication Sciences & Disorders (M-CMSD). Raelen created the group with the support of UGA CMSD faculty with the goal of creating a supportive community for minority students, engaging in advocacy related to DEI, and hosting recruitment activities that target diverse populations of young adults to bring more diversity in newer classes of SLPs and audiologists. You'll enjoy listening to their mission and what they've accomplished so far as well as...
2023-08-0337 min
Signal Cleveland: On AirCleveland zoning board down to just three membersThe Public Meetings Report for the week of July 5, 2023
In the last couple weeks, Documenters have covered government bodies going through some changes. The Board of Zoning Appeals is down two members after one member’s retirement and another’s appointment as interim director of Economic Development. Eric Gordon attended his last CMSD board meeting as the district’s CEO. And learn about a new feature to our weekly Public Meetings Report…all in this week’s episode!
Show notes:
Signal Cleveland meeting briefs:
Cleveland Boar...
2023-07-0604 min
Both Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides with Stephen Conner: The Top 10 Candidates for 2024Host Stephen Conner and Co-Host Chardon Black pull out their crystal ball to discuss who they think the top 10 candidates for the presidential nominee will be for both the Democrats and the Republicans in 2024, including some familiar and not-so-familiar political figures.
2023-01-0654 minBoth Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides with Stephen Conner: An Interview With Chardon BlackIn this episode, Both Sides host Stephen Conner interviews Unsilenced Voices of CMSD blogger Chardon Black, his co-host and a junior at Cleveland Metropolitan School District who identifies as an Independent.
2023-01-0111 min
Let's Talk Canon-MacChristmas is coming - Week of 12-17 to 12-23Obviously we can not get to everything. So please, any listeners out there, please contact the show by emailing myself, Mr. Maisner, at maisnerz@cmsd.k12.pa.us, or by reaching out to Nick, Sienna, or Binni. This podcast will be available under the “Let’s Talk Canon-Mac” name on Spotify, Apple, Amazon and Google.
Three Canon-McMillan High School Students Successfully Auditioned For PMEA District 1 Honors Jazz Ensemble
Canon-McMillan High School Girls Basketball Vs. South Park High School Recap And Results
Girls Wrestling team competed in the Queen of The Mountain Tournament last Sunday
Boys King of the Mounta...
2022-12-2321 minLet's Talk Canon-MacEpisode #5
Hello everyone and thanks for joining us today. Today we are bringing you episode 5 of the “Let’s Talk Canon-Mac” Podcast. Last time we had a longer break between episodes. This time, due to some slight scheduling restraints with Thanksgiving coming up, we decided to bring you our first ever Thanksgiving Podcast episode a little earlier.
So today, obviously we do have some news, however we also wanted to make this episode more of a relaxed episode with more of a dialogue between us rather than a generic script. So we are going to try this out and see where it goe...
2022-11-1646 minBoth Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides with Stephen Conner: Previewing the 2022 general electionIt's the return of your lovely cohost, Stephen Conner! Conner graduated from Cleveland Metropolitan School District last spring, but is returning as an intern for Ms. Gayle Gadison with CMSD to help out with the Unsilenced Voices of CMSD blog.
Conner hosts a discussion today about the 2022 general election with Unsilenced Voices of CMSD blogger Chardon Black. Listen in for their perspective on race in Ohio and beyond.
2022-11-0844 minLet's Talk Canon-MacEpisode #3 - E-Sports Club at CMHSThis episode we have the advisor to the E-Sports club at Canon-Mac, Mr. Klebanski and one of the original first students Sam Weir. We discussed everything from what is an E-Sports team and what does that club do. It was very interesting and informative. Please Enjoy and share the content. As always, if you would like to come on the show or just have a segment mentioned, please email: maisnerz@cmsd.k12.pa.us
2022-11-0235 min2022-10-0500 minBoth Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides with Stephen Conner: A Discussion on Abortion and Roe V. WadeUnsilenced Voices of CMSD blogger Stephen Conner is joined by co-hosts Kayla Blake and Jeremiah Al-Jeleel to discuss the overturning of Roe V. Wade and the state of abortion rights in the U.S.
2022-08-3148 min
Both Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides with Stephen Conner: Episode 10In this episode of Both Sides, Stephen and co-host Kayla Blake discuss the appointment of Ketanji Brown Jackson to the U.S. Supreme Court, the first Black woman to ever hold that position.
2022-04-2216 minBoth Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides with Stephen Conner: Episode 9In this episode of Both Sides, Stephen and co-host Kayla Blake discuss the pending appointment of a U.S. Supreme Court justice, whom President Biden has pledged will be a Black woman.
2022-02-2121 min
WRCJ In-Studio GuestsJauron Perry and William Hill III - February 10, 2022Jauron Perry and William Hill III are students at Detroit School of Arts. Jauron plays trumpet and William is a pianist.
Both of the talented young musicians aim to further their lives in music after their senior year at DSA.
The two are well on their way. William has been busy the past few years performing at music camps at Interlochen Arts Academy, Berklee College of Music and the Juilliard School. Jauron is a veteran of MSU’s Community Music School-Detroit and says he hopes to attend Michigan State next year.
Jauron and Will visited with WRCJ’s Peter Whorf this...
2022-02-1014 minBoth Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides with Stephen Conner Episode 8In this episode of Both Sides, Stephen interviews his fellow Campus International High School students, and Civics 2.0 adviser Sam Kohn, about their time participating in the Civics 2.0 civic engagement program.
2022-02-0417 minBoth Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides with Stephen Conner: Episode 7In this episode of Both Sides with Stephen Conner, Stephen and co-host Kayla Blake talk about a variety of things as the year comes to a close: their recent birthdays; the Black voter turnout; and about how Stephen believes federal Democrats have failed to deliver on several key promises they made during the 2020 election. You'll also hear their thoughts on the governor's races coming in 2022, including Kayla and Stephen's feelings about Democrat Georgia governor candidate Stacy Abrams.
2021-12-2241 min
Both Sides with Stephen ConnerMilo interviews Unsilenced Voices members who worked at the pollsUnsilenced Voices blogger Milo McDonald interviewed fellow bloggers Kayla Blake and Nailah-ali Chaney about their time working at the polls this election cycle through CMSD's Civics 2.0 initiative.
Chaney, a senior at John Marshall High School, and Blake, a senior at Cleveland School of Science and Medicine, were not old enough to vote this year, but that didn't stop them from being civically engaged. They, like other students with CMSD, received training from the Cuyahoga County Board of Elections on how to work the polls.
Listen in to learn more about what it was like.
2021-12-0813 min
Both Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides with Stephen Conner: Episode 6In this episode of Both Sides with Stephen Conner, Stephen and co-host Kayla Blake discuss the trial of Kyle Rittenhouse and the Ahmaud Arbery case. Please note that this episode was recorded prior to Thanksgiving, before the conclusion of the Arbery case. Rittenhouse was found not guilty, and the three men involved in the killing of Arbery - Gregory McMichael, his son Travis and William Bryan - were all found guilty.
Both Sides With Stephen Conner is a political podcast created by Cleveland Metropolitan School District Senior Stephen Conner, in partnership with the Unsilenced Voices of CMSD...
2021-12-0341 minBoth Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides with Stephen Conner: Episode 5In this episode, Host Stephen Conner discusses the "Build Back Better Plan" and what Stephen calls Joe Biden's "social spending spree" with CMSD's Samuel Kohn, a U.S. history teacher with CMSD.
Both Sides With Stephen Conner is a political podcast created by Cleveland Metropolitan School District Senior Stephen Conner, in partnership with the Unsilenced Voices of CMSD, a student blog.
2021-11-0844 minBoth Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides with Stephen Conner: Episode 4In this episode, Host Stephen Conner discusses the minimum wage in the U.S. with co-hosts Kayla Blake and Jeremiah Al-Jeleel. Is it too low? How high should it be to help make sure people can make ends meet?
Both Sides With Stephen Conner is a political podcast created by Cleveland Metropolitan School District Senior Stephen Conner, in partnership with the Unsilenced Voices of CMSD, a student blog.
2021-10-2930 minBoth Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides With Stephen Conner: Episode 3In this episode, Host Stephen Conner and co-hosts Kayla Blake and Jeremiah Al-Jeleel discuss what Stephen is calling the "implosion of the Democratic Party" as politicians within the party scuffle over what should and shouldn't be in the massive infrastructure bill currently being hotly debated in Congress. Tune in to hear Stephen - a moderate Republican - talk about his love for Joe Manchin, and stay for the crew's thoughts on progressives and the two-party system in America.
Both Sides With Stephen Conner is a political podcast created by Cleveland Metropolitan School District Senior Stephen Conner, in...
2021-10-1840 min
Both Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides With Stephen Conner - Episode 1Welcome to Both Sides With Stephen Conner, an American political podcast created by Cleveland Metropolitan School District Senior Stephen Conner, in partnership with the Unsilenced Voices of CMSD, a student blog.
This podcast is an attempt at bridging the divide between Republicans and Democrats in this country, to seek out common ground and host civil dialogue.
In this episode, Host Stephen Conner and Co-Hosts Kayla Blake and Jeremiah Al-Jeleel talk about the January 6 insurrection in Washington D.C., last year's presidential election, and much more.
2021-09-1756 min
Both Sides with Stephen ConnerBoth Sides With Stephen Conner - Episode 2In this episode, Host Stephen Conner and Co-Host Kayla Blake discuss Texas' anti-abortion law, U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland's lawsuit against the state over that law, and U.S. President Joe Biden's vaccine mandate for employers.
Both Sides With Stephen Conner is a political podcast created by Cleveland Metropolitan School District Senior Stephen Conner, in partnership with the Unsilenced Voices of CMSD, a student blog.
2021-09-1636 min
The Captovation PodcastMichael Christoff - PechaKuchaMichael Christoff is an architect and a co-founder of PechaKucha Night Cleveland. He has a deep appreciation for urban environments and how people interact with them. Over the past 15 years, his focus has been on complex projects that require strategic physical, social, and cultural interventions. When he's not working at architecture and strategy firm Vocon, he stays involved in the local creative community, volunteering or leading initiatives to leverage Cleveland's creative efforts into visible and tangible change. Over the past 15 years, he's been fortunate to serve on the board and volunteer for some amazing organizations: SPACES Art Gallery, ACE...
2021-07-0723 min
MSU Today with Russ WhiteMSU Music Therapist Spreads Music’s Healing Power to Patients Throughout MichiganJody Conradi Stark, Ph.D, is a board-certified music therapist with over 35 years of experience. Her work and research have contributed to that growing body and has impacted numerous populations including psychiatric, cognitively impaired, autism spectrum disorder, veterans, medical, and hospice. Jody is the site director of music therapy clinical services at the Michigan State University Community Music School, Detroit (CMSD), where she partners with the Children's Hospital of Michigan to provide music therapy through a grant funded by the Children's Foundation. Jody is also the president and founder of Creative Arts Therapies Inc., a company that...
2021-06-0820 min
WRCJ In-Studio GuestsGavilán Brothers, Steve Wogaman - May 4, 2021-Gavilán Brothers: A Concert and Film May 8, 2021 8pm-
This week from the Chamber Music Society of Detroit, violinist Ilmar Gavilán and pianist Aldo López-Gavilán perform at the Flagstar Strand Theatre in Pontiac, in a performance of Aldo's genre-defying music rooted in classical, Latin jazz and Afro-Cuban traditions. Listeners can attend in person as part of CMSD’s socially distanced, limited-capacity audience; or watch online from the comfort of your own home.
Before the concert, meet Aldo and Ilmar by watching the online Metro Detroit Premiere screening of "Los Hermanos - The Brothers" on May 6, including a live p...
2021-05-0409 min
Strange CountryQanonIf you ever encountered someone who told you to "do the research" after that person posted something beyond delusional then you're likely communicating with someone in the Qanon conspiracy. Strange Country co-hosts Beth and Kelly break down the plan, the storm, the crumbs, the delusions, and lament the future of our country where so many live in a different reality. As Voltaire said: "Those who can make you believe absurdities can make you commit atrocities." Theme music: Big White Lie by A Cast of Thousands Cite your sources: Aisch, Gregor, et al. "Dissecting...
2021-01-211h 04
Practical Wisdom for Leaders with Scott J. Allen, Ph.D.Dr. Marcy Levy Shankman - Urgently PersistentSend a textDr. Marcy Levy Shankman is the Leadership Coach & Strategist, Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD). This innovative role for the Cleveland Metropolitan School District offers her the unique opportunity to provide one-on-one coaching for the District's executive leaders, work collectively on team effectiveness, and offer leadership development support for the senior leadership team. For almost 20 years, Marcy has owned her own consulting business and she previously served as Director, Leadership Cleveland and Strategic Initiatives for the Cleveland Leadership Center. Quotes From This Episode“What is the smallest possible step that you...
2020-12-0739 min
Black Mixed With BlackLet’s talk Education w/ Pres MoodyJoin the conversation about CMSD public schools from two CMSD graduates. Engage in our separate journeys, and learn how we got to where we are today !
2020-11-3031 min
Brown on Cleveland Little Hut Podcast Before Dark- "No Gossip, All Talk with Just a Little Bit of Drama"Issue 107, 108 and Now 68 Broken Promises by CMSDSeventy-eight seconds of Issue 68, the Cleveland School Levy. Eric Gordon and Mayor Jackson stated in 2012, as per the Cleveland Plain Dealer, they would not seek another school levy if there were no significant gains with the Cleveland Plan. According to the Ohio Department of Education, CMSD has remained at an F and D grading scale for the last eight years. They haven't met any benchmarks - the marks have hit them with failing performances!There have been little to no "gains, and the bare minimum is far from great.Again, keeping the...
2020-10-2201 min
EnvCast: Environment Top 5An Interview with Penny Walker CEnvNote: This episode was recorded in December 2019, before the awareness of the pandemic COVID-19. Therefore, upcoming events mentioned in this episode will not be held as stated, due to UK Government advice. Penny Walker is an independent facilitator, trainer, coach and consultant working to bring about change for sustainable development.She supports and energises individuals to make a real difference within their organisations, as they make their way towards sustainability.Change Management for Sustainable Development - is available from IEMA as an e-book or hard copy. The e-book is free to I...
2020-04-0133 min
Know NewsCORONAVIRUS: The Good News is Far From OverWith the craziness and ongoing nature of the current COVID-19 pandemic, I feel as though it is important not only to make this episode, but that I keep an ongoing blog with encouraging and motivational news regarding the virus. So, keep an eye out on this blog as the weeks progress.
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ArticlesCoronavirus Resource CenterMore than 60,000 coronavirus patients recovered globallyCanadian scientists make COVID-19 research breakthrough, isolating virusCanada's First Coronavirus Vaccine Made In Saskatchewan Is Now In Testing StagesDutch...
2020-03-1700 min