Columbus Can't Wait

23/08/2024

Black Men Build Columbus says they're committed to long-lasting, meaningful change. Think of it like "building cathedrals."

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21/08/2024

Joy as a political force with Black Men Build ☀️

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20/08/2024

Khamall Jahi of Black Men Build Columbus talks the New Men Tour, taking place at The Maroon on Saturday, Aug. 24, and creating a "healing circle" for Black men to be themselves, together. Khamall says this event is especially important right now.

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21/05/2024

the community needs answers. 👀👀. along with have shared strategy documents that allegedly outline how board plans to take control of the narrative around city-wide school closures with tactics like (but not limited to) driving a wedge between classified employees, (i.e. janitors and bus drivers vs teaching staff) using racial dynamics & by moving board meetings locations last minute.
Community—sound off in the comments! What are your thoughts?

28/04/2024

is standing in solidarity with .just .614 and —you can follow our stories as we continue to amplify the accounts and stories of student repression at OSU.

Posted • After the intense repression by OSU & the police at the Encampment for Gaza Thursday night, the fight to divest and stop the genocide continues!

The Ohio State University has made their decision. They chose to support genocide and unleash police repression and terror upon their students and community. Their fear of the power of the people is evidenced by their extreme response to this protest.

But we will not stop fighting for Palestine.

We will be back

10/07/2023

You have until tomorrow to register in time for the August election! Here’s what you should know about the upcoming special election and the sole issue on the ballot, Issue 1.

Head to the Ohio Secretary of State’s website to register (link in bio)

27/05/2023

Join us for an enlightening evening of civic engagement at "Democracy in Ohio: Town Hall" on Thursday, June 15, from 6 PM to 8 PM, hosted at the exquisite Venue Room at The Kee Columbus. This event is proudly co-hosted by the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. Alpha Rho Lambda Chapter, the vibrant voices of Columbus Can't Wait Podcast, ETC by US, and the dedicated ACLU of Ohio.
Our town hall is focused on key democratic issues affecting our local community and beyond. We'll be diving into three central themes:
The August Special Election: Get informed about the upcoming election, learn about the candidates, the issues at stake, and how you can make your voice heard.
State House Bills Impacting You: We'll explore recent and proposed legislation and how it directly impacts our lives in Ohio, giving you the information you need to be an informed citizen.
The Urgency of NOW: Learn about pressing issues in our community, how they're being addressed, and what we can do collectively to initiate change.
Our distinguished panelists for the evening include:
Raphael Davis-Williams of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Alpha Rho Lambda Chapter, bringing his wealth of experience in fraternity leadership and civic activism.
EhKees & Tareya, the dynamic duo from Columbus Can't Wait Podcast, known for their commentary on local issues.
Rep. Dontavius Jarrells, (D), District 1 - Columbus, a key voice representing our interests in the Ohio State House.
Greer Aeschbury from All Voting Is Local, an expert in voter rights and advocacy.
Collin Marozzi of the ACLU of Ohio, a seasoned professional dedicated to protecting civil liberties in our state.
This event is not just a discussion - it's an opportunity to engage, ask questions, and contribute to the conversation about democracy in Ohio. Together, we can shape the future of our community and state. We look forward to seeing you there!

Join us on June 15 for Democracy in Ohio: Town Hall. Engage with experts discussing upcoming elections, local legislation, and urgent issues

26/04/2023

🎉 Join us on May 4th for the Columbus Can't Wait Season 5 Launch Celebration! 🎉

Get a sneak peek of our new season, meet hosts Tareya & EhKees, register to vote, and join our mission to make politics accessible for all! ✊🏾 Save the date and RSVP now!

23/11/2022

This special episode of Columbus Can't Wait was recorded just two weeks after the mid-term elections. Now that the dust has settled and the results are in, we know that the house has flipped, Georgia is headed to another runoff, the GOP ran the table in Ohio, Democrats kept the senate, the Red Wave was more like a splash, Pelosi is stepping down and Trump is Running again.

But what does that really mean in the grand scheme of things? On this special edition episode of CCW, we were joined by Morgan Harper and Cam Harris to really break down the election, the Ohio Senate race (Tim Ryan's AND Sherrod Brown's), House Leadership, rising stars in the Ohio Democratic party, Trump 🙃, and alot more.

The election was not a finish line--it was a starting point. There is A LOT of work to do if we are going to keep our democracy. And as always, remember that you either do politics or politics are going to do you.

04/11/2022

“If we lose our democracy we won’t get it back.”
This special episode focuses on the urgency of the upcoming midterm elections on November 8th where, among other issues, 3 Supreme Court seats are on the ballot and could change our states trajectory for a generation. Tune in to learn more about why your participation on Tuesday is vital!

24/10/2022

Join Alpha Phi Alpha Alpha Rho Lambda chapter, ETC by US, Rewriting The Narrative Inc., Columbus Can’t Wait Podcast, the Columbus Urban League of Young Professionals and the Black Men Voting Collective at Marvin’s Lounge for the second Lit Brunch, a non-partisan voting education party reinforcing the importance of casting a vote in every race on the ballot.

Election day is around the corner and some are saying this is one of the most important elections of this generation. We want to make sure that as voters turn out for early voting in late October and early November, that people understand all the parts of the ballot and the urgency of filling it out TOP to BOTTOM.

Learn why it’s critical to complete your ballot from top to bottom, understand what the issues are, know what the candidates stand for and ask all the questions that you need to make sure you are an informed voter by time you hit the ballot box.

If you have an absentee ballot and need help filling it out, you can bring it too and get all of the assistance that you need.

There will be a dj, full brunch menu and specials to order from.

Contact Malcolm White ([email protected]) or Camren Harris ([email protected]) with any questions that you might have.

RSVP at LitBrunch22.eventbrite.com

27/07/2022

ICYMI is back for SZN 4, where we are talking MORE Black Spaces. Episode 6, we talked with Ernest, founder of the Royal Oak Initiative.

Check it out wherever you listen to podcasts. We had some illnesses on the team but episode 7 is on the way soon!

19/07/2022

Episode 6 of this season features Earn of The Royal Oak Initiative.

Earn talks with us about his journey and how he came to start the initiative, the lessons to come out of chess, using chess to discuss leadership and attitude with young people, building culture for Black folks, winning and losing, planting cultural seeds, the meaning behind the name of the initiative and much more.

Vote for us to win the Columbus Best Society & Culture Podcast Award: https://poll-maker.com/QQY1F2M

Hosted by Tareya & EhKees. Engineered at The Dreamcatchers Recording Studio. Executive Producers: Tareya Palmer, Malcolm White and Jenn Nielsen. Associate Producer: Taijuan Nichole Moorman.

17/07/2022

🚨 We need your help!🚨 If you enjoy please vote for us to win our very first podcasting award! It only takes a second. We were nominated for two categories: the Podcast of the Year and Culture & Society. The link is the bio and as always, thanks for your support!

13/07/2022

ICYMI is back for SZN 4, where we are talking MORE Black Spaces. Episode 5, we talked with Khamall, chief curator of the Citadel. Check it out wherever you listen to podcasts. Episode 6 is on the way!

04/07/2022

Episode 5 of this season’s Columbus Can’t Wait features Khamall Jahi of The Citadel, a Black-owned event venue with a mission to provide a safe space for people to create and thrive on the city’s South Side. Khamall talks about returning to Columbus from California and what that experience has taught him about himself and his path, the importance of having a space on the South Side; the process of creating the Citadel and challenges running the space, especially during COVID; civic engagement and being intentional about collaboration; running the space with his family and community in mind; and much more.

Vote for us to win the Columbus Best Society & Culture Podcast Award: https://poll-maker.com/QQY1F2M

Hosted by Tareya & EhKees. Engineered at The Dreamcatchers Recording Studio. Executive Producers: Tareya Palmer, Malcolm White and Jenn Nielsen.

Associate Producer: Taijuan Nichole Moorman.

27/06/2022

Episode 4 of this season features Yohannan “Yogi” Terrell (Columbus Fashion Alliance, Warhol & WALL ST.) and Bobby Fame (Summer 614, The Forum, Headquarters bar) longtime figures in Black Columbus, who discuss their work creating, bringing up talent, uplifting Black creatives and encouraging Black ownership. The two longtime friends also discuss their early beginnings, their missions now and what kind of barriers continue to stand in their way, even as some of Black Columbus’ most successful and recognizable faces.

Hosted by Tareya & EhKees. Engineered at The Dreamcatchers Recording Studio. Executive Producers: Tareya Palmer, Malcolm White and Jenn Nielsen. Associate Producer: Taijuan Nichole Moorman.

26/06/2022

ICYMI is back for SZN 4, where we are talking MORE Black Spaces. Episode 3 is especially important, where we talked to the architects of Replenish and the Yoga Carriage about the revolutionary concept of rest and self-care.

16/06/2022

On episode 3 of this season's Columbus Can't Wait, Tareya and EhKees chat with Deja Redman and Monique McCrystal of Replenish and The Yoga Carriage. Redman and McCrystal discuss Replenish's mission to provide restorative care, revolutionize self-care, and build an intentional space that is more than just a spa. The group also discusses care as an education, giving yourself permission for self-care, prioritizing rest and much more.

Hosted by Tareya & EhKees. Engineered at The Dreamcatchers Recording Studio. Executive Producers: Tareya Palmer, Malcolm White and Jenn Nielsen. Associate Producer: Taijuan Nichole Moorman.

14/06/2022

ICYMI is back for SZN 4, where we are talking MORE Black Spaces. Catch episode 2 featuring Adam Troy from New Salem Baptist Church and the Community of Caring Development Corporation.

07/06/2022

Episode 2 of this season's Columbus Can't Wait has Tareya and EhKees chatting with Adam Troy, Chief Engagement Officer of the Community Of Caring Development Corporation and Director of Missions at New Salem Baptist Church, about the church's history, the church's nonprofit Community of Caring Development Foundation, and the impact of the church.

Adam talks about the church's responsibility to the community, their nonprofit's work in housing and food scarcity, creating connected communities, the church's political involvement and whether politics belong in the church, the lack of communication and guidance among generations in Black Linden and much more.

Hosted by Tareya & EhKees. Engineered at The Dreamcatchers Recording Studio. Executive Producers: Tareya Palmer, Malcolm White and Jenn Nielsen. Associate Producer: Taijuan Nichole Moorman.

06/06/2022

ICYMI is back for SZN 4, where we are talking MORE Black Spaces. Catch episode 1 featuring Brynn and Vada from Youth 2 Youth.

24/05/2022

In our first episode of Season 4 of Columbus Can't Wait, Tareya and EhKees talk with Vada Azeem and Brynn from Youth to Youth International. They discuss being a kid and getting into politics, and Brynn discusses her experience being neurodivergent and "fitting in." They also discuss what makes Youth to Youth different from other youth-targeted organizations, how the organization helps build life skills and how adults can be more supportive of Black youth.

Hosted by Tareya & EhKees. Engineered at The Dreamcatchers Recording Studio.

Executive Producers: Tareya Palmer, Malcolm White and Jenn Nielsen.

Associate Producer: Taijuan Nichole Moorman.

23/05/2022

Season 4: MORE Black Spaces.

You either do politics or let politics do you.

21/03/2022

Turns out there’s more to say. CCW, Season 4 on the way.

17/03/2022

Episode 4 of featuring The Maroon Arts Group, is available everywhere you listen to podcasts.

17/03/2022

Episode 3 of featuring LC, founder of Zora’s House, is available everywhere you listen to podcasts.

17/03/2022

Episode 2 of featuring Marlon, Co-Owner of Our Bar, is available everywhere you listen to podcasts.

17/03/2022

Episode 1 of featuring Near East Area District 1 Commissioner Kaleem Musa is available everywhere you listen to podcasts.

17/01/2022

Happy Martin Luther King Day. Stay committed to his ACTUAL dream and not just the catchy hope-peddling that gets circulated on this day annually.

The fact that this speech remains relevant underscores how you either do politics, or politics do you.

Aluta continua.