Episodes

  • The Beloved Community Podcast: A Conversation with Dr. Michael Eric Dyson

    The Beloved Community Podcast: A Conversation with Dr. Michael Eric Dyson
    Jan 7 2025
    In this episode, council president, Lindsey Leverett Higgins and treasurer Chris Seawood have a very special conversation with Dr. Michael Eric Dyson
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    53 mins
  • "Where Do We Do From Here”: Post Election Insights

    "Where Do We Do From Here”: Post Election Insights
    Dec 20 2024
    In this episode, Chris Seawood sits down with Irvin Camacho District 3 Podcast Mike Rusch (Pure Charity) to discuss their insights on the election, its impact on the community, and how we can move forward.
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    50 mins
  • Pt.2 "Empowering the Vote: A Conversation with the Candidates"

    Pt.2 "Empowering the Vote: A Conversation with the Candidates"
    Oct 27 2024
    28 mins
  • Pt.1 "Empowering the Vote: A Conversation with the Candidates"

    Pt.1 "Empowering the Vote: A Conversation with the Candidates"
    Oct 26 2024
    In this episode, we sit down with City of Fayetteville, AR mayoral Candidates Molly Rawn and incumbent Mayor Lioneld Jordan to explore their platforms, the role of minorities in Fayetteville, and how their respective mayoral plans include strategies to undergird the minority communities in Fayetteville.
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    30 mins
  • "Empowering the Vote: Mobilizing Communities through Education"

    "Empowering the Vote: Mobilizing Communities through Education"
    Sep 5 2024
    In this episode, we sit down with Jennifer Bechet, President of the NWA Chapter of Jack & Jill of America, and MyKala Wallace, President of the Pi Chi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., to explore the critical role of voter education in our communities. Together, we delve into the innovative strategies their organizations are implementing to enhance voter awareness and mobilization efforts. Tune in to learn how these leaders are making a difference and inspiring civic engagement in Northwest Arkansas.
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    53 mins
  • The BeLOVEd Community Podcast: Season 2, Episode 4: “Joi For The Journey”

    The BeLOVEd Community Podcast: Season 2, Episode 4: “Joi For The Journey”
    Jul 25 2024
    In this episode we speak to Joi McGowan, from Amani Counseling about mental health. What it takes to be resilient in our mental health. Good mental health practices for minority communities and her journey to bring help, health and joy to Black and Brown people.
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    55 mins
  • The BeLOVEd Community Podcast: Season 2, Episode 3: “Power to the People"

    The BeLOVEd Community Podcast: Season 2, Episode 3: “Power to the People"
    Apr 27 2024
    In this episode we speak to Dr. Syard Evans, CEO of Arkansas Support Network. We talk about her work at Arkansas Support Network and her broader advocacy work for people with disabilities; their families and ensuring they have equity in society and within our government systems.
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • The BeLOVEd Community Podcast: Season 2, Episode 2: Black Heritage, Black History, Black Community

    The BeLOVEd Community Podcast: Season 2, Episode 2: Black Heritage, Black History, Black Community
    Mar 12 2024
    NWA MLK Council president and treasurer Lindsey Leverett Higgins and Chris Seawood talk with IMPACT Period founder and current Historic Black District project manager for NWA Black Heritage, Emma Willis on her past project work and her current work in Nortwest Arkansas included the historic and momentous work of the Historic Black District in South Fayetteville.
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    1 hr and 2 mins