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WOSU Community Conversations

WOSU’s Community Conversations digital video series interviews individuals and nonprofits who are working through the challenges of COVID19 and sheltering in place.

From a barbershop owner on the east side to seniors getting help through Meals on Wheels, these conversations take a deep dive into the current issues and long term implications of this unprecedented time in history while highlighting the innovative ways neighbors have been helping neighbors.

  • Future Careers
    Educators within the Dublin High School system are integrating conversations on job readiness and future careers into their curriculum.
  • Community Conversations: Voter Registration
    Join us on Community Conversations as King Lincoln business owner and activist Al Edmondson takes the important message of voting to the community.
  • Community Conversations: Delena Scales
    COVID-19, Black Lives Matter, Police Accountability. South Linden Area Commissioner Delena Scales talks about how these events are reshaping the Linden neighborhood and how the community can come out of these times more resilient and self-sufficient.
  • Community Conversations: C-TEC
    COVID-19 forced Career-Technical Schools to face the new reality of online teaching. C-TEC Licking County is one of many nearby Career-Technical Schools where students enroll for a hands-on learning experience. So how do you continue a "hands-on" teaching model remotely?
  • Community Conversations: Michael Flamm
    Historic and shocking recent events are provoking conversations about racism, privilege, injustice, and violence. Ohio Wesleyan University professor Michael Flamm, who’s written about “law and order” politics, talks about the issues and history of racism in the United States.
  • Beginning Gardening
    New to vegetable gardening? Tim McDermott from Ohio State University Extension gives us tips on how to get started!
  • Community Conversations: Carlos Bing
    Join Community Conversations as we talk with Carlos Bing, LPC, as he discusses the impact of the COVID-19 virus on the African American community.
  • Grandpa’s Cheesebarn Update
    Today, many businesses are struggling to survive during the prolonged COVID-19 shutdown. We checked in with Mistie Hray to find out how Grandpa’s Cheesebarn has fared during these trying times.
  • Physical Distancing and Loneliness
    Many people are struggling with physical distancing and loneliness. On this episode of Community Conversations, we talk about how to stay socially connected during these isolating times.
  • Community Conversations: Children’s Mental Health
    Kids are struggling to make sense of COVID-19, on top of being disconnected from their peers. We talk with a guidance counselor about how we can help kids navigate their feelings, and how to help them structure their days going into summer break.
  • Community Conversations: Press Southworth
    The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has been felt by most, but one Columbus arts leader personality has experienced it firsthand.
  • Community Conversations: Columbus CARE Coalition
    We check in with the Columbus CARE Coalition to find out how COVID-19 has affected our community and what resources they offer to help us navigate these uncertain times.
  • Community Conversations: Workforce Development Board of Central Ohio
    With the novel coronavirus putting many jobs in jeopardy, the Workforce Development Board of Central Ohio is seeking to connect potential workers with training and available positions.
  • Clintonville Beechwold Community Resources Center
    We check in with Bill Owens from the Clintonville Beechwold Community Resources Center to learn how this organization continues to serve its neighbors while keeping everyone safe and healthy.
  • Community Conversations: Al Edmondson
    Barbershop owner Al Edmondson shares his thoughts about how COVID-19 has effected the King Lincoln neighborhood residents and business owners.
  • Community Conversations: LifeCare Alliance
    Chuck Gehring updates us on how LifeCare Alliance is still providing services while keeping clients safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
  • Community Conversations: Photo Collections
    Want to know how to start sorting and organizing through old photos? And what to do with photo collections that you don't want taking up space?