Salt City Grind, Episode 25: Whitney Phillips, Author: 'You Are Here'
On this episode I speak with author and academic Whitney Phillips. Whitney teaches classes on media literacy, mis-and disinformation, political communication, digital ethics, has written a number of articles recently on the Qanon phenomenon, for The Guardian and Wired. She is also set to release a new book, 'You Are Here: A Field Guide For Navigating Polarized Speech, Conspiracy Theories, and our Polluted Media Landscape.' Learn more about the book here: https://mitpress.mit.edu/books/you-are-here
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Salty City Grind Episode 24: Joe Rossi, Political Strategist
On this episode, I’ll be in conversation with political strategist Joe Rossi. We’ll be discussing his involvement with the upcoming Political Leadership Institute course, bipartisanship in the age of Trump, and legalization of recreational marijuana in NY State. To donate to the pod, or subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube go to www.saltcitygrind.com
Episode 23: Ronnie White, Syracuse Councilor At Large
On this episode, my next guest is the most recent addition to the Common Council, the Hon. Ronnie White. In addition to his work as a lawyer, Ronnie has been involved in local politics, and has worked on multiple campaigns in the last few years. To subscribe on multiple platform (Apple, Spotify, and YouTube) go to www.saltcitygrind.com
Salt City Grind Episode 22: Ed Griffin-Nolan, Author 'Nobody Hitchhikes AnyMore'
On this episode I sit down with Ed Griffin-Nolan, local journalist, author and traveler. We discuss his new book 'Nobody Hitchhikes Anymore', about his 3 week journey across America without a vehicle. We discuss his adventures with strangers, the sense of community in America, and his search for 'the road' in America.
Ever wanted to get more involved in politics? Democratic Candidate Training December 10
Ever wanted to get more involved in local politics? There is an upcoming Democratic Candidate Training starting December 10th. 2021 is a year of local elections. Mayors, town councils, county legislators, school boards across Central New York will have races
Sign up here if you'd like to learn more: https://www.facebook.com/events/785106865667096
Salt City Grind Episode 21: Manlius Democrats
On this episode of Salt City Grind, I’ll be interviewing the Manlius Democrats. In 2019, Manlius flipped the town, thru grassroots organizing and good messaging. We discuss the keys to their success, and how they have transitioned from candidates to elected representatives.
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Salt City Grind, Episode 20: Dr Sally Roesch-Wagner- Author, Professor, Historian
On this episode, I speak w Sally Roesch Wagner. She is a founder of one the first college-level women’s studies programs in the United States (CSU Sacramento), Dr. Sally Roesch Wagner has taught women’s studies courses for 50 years. She is also the Founder and Executive Director of the Matilda Joslyn Gage Center for Social Justice Dialogue in Fayetteville, New York.
We discuss her work in women’s studies, her work preserving the legacy of Matilda Joslyn Gage, and we get an update on what she’s been up to lately.
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Salt City Grind Episode 19 Dana Balter, Congressional Candidate NY 24
On this episode, I speak with Dana Balter, NY 24 Candidate for Congress. After a close race in 2016, Dana is gearing up for this November. Following a decisive primary win, in the last few days she has announced the endorsement of former President Barak Obama, and has hired local non profit Al-Amin Muhammad as field director.
Thanks to this month's sponsors Glazed & Confused, and Original Grain.
This week, County Republicans unanimously voted down legislation to end the practice of gerrymandering: rigging of the system thru drawing unfair district maps. (Learn more here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oKBreT5omY)
9 of these 11 legislators had signed pledges to support this effort, yet each one voted against the legislation, going back on their promise.
WE NEED YOUR HELP TO HOLD THEM ACCOUNTABLE! Donate here to support the Democratic candidates who will challenge these legislators: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/countyleg…
Democracy dies in the darkness! Help us shine a light!
Salt City Grind, Episode 18: Syracuse Lead Prevention Network
On this episode, I'll be talking to the group I called the Lead Prevention 3 Musketeers. These 3 dynamic leaders have spent years on the front lines in the battle to end lead poisoning in Syracuse and Onondaga. Joining me are: Stephanie Pasquale (formerly city NBD), Kathleen Lacey Bronson (formerly Home HQ), and Deb Lewis, with the County Health Department. We will be discussing the efforts of the past few years, and the significance of the new lead ordinance scheduled to come before the council this Monday, July 13th.
Salt City Grind Episode 16: Katrina Korfmacher & Elizabeth McDade, discussing Rochester's Lead Prevention Efforts
On this episode of Salt City Grind, I’ll be talking to Katrina Korfmacher from University of Rochester and Elizabeth McDade from the Coalition to Prevent Lead Poisoning. In the decade following the adoption of Rochester’s Lead Ordinance, the city saw a 90% reduction in rates of lead poisoning. These two leaders were instrumental in the program’s success.
The Syracuse Common Council is slated to vote on a new Lead Ordinance next Monday, July 13. As we consider this shift in policy and enforcement, these two women who are intimately familiar with the Rochester case study, provide us a lot of insight for the journey ahead .
Salt City Grind Episode 16: Timothy Jennings- Bey, Founder Street Addiction Institute Inc.
In this episode, I speak with Timothy Jennings-Bey, aka Noble. Noble is the founder of Street Addiction, both an organization and a philosophy. Through outreach, relationship building, and dialogue, he has been engaging in outside the box methods to reducing violence in our community. We discuss the current state of affairs, locally and nationally.
Salt City Grind is a new podcast, live streamed show, exploring issues in the 315.
