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Listen Up!

LouUrbanLeague
Louisville, United States
Louisville
Louisville Urban League
Louisville, Kentucky
Policing
Journalism
Black Fathers
Education
Mayor Of Louisville
Social Capital
Youth Development
Jefferson County Clerk
Election Process
Affordable Housing
Civilian Review and Accountability Board
Sharp Futures Foundation
Media
Masculinity
Segregation
Fathers and Families

Listen Up! the Louisville Urban League's (LUL) weekly podcast discusses hot topics and issues of Black people in Louisville, KY, and beyond. Each week, the host and guests break down subjects and examine solutions that work for everyone now! LUL is a nonprofit, nonpartisan, community service organization dedicated to assisting Black people in attaining social and economic equality across its six p... more

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The Primary Election is approaching, and this year’s Louisville mayoral race looks different than ever before. In the first episode of the Power Shift Podcast, the Louisville Urban League breaks down what voters need to know before heading to the pol... more

Our host, LUL President & CEO Lyndon Pryor, is joined by Kevin Dunlap, Executive Director of REBOUND, Inc. REBOUND's mission is to revitalize neighborhoods in low-to-moderate income households and create vibrant, stable, and inclusive homes.

Our duo... more

Our co-host, Ramona Dallum, is joined by Kiara James and Ravon Churchill, contributing authors to the project "You Got To Be of the People: Peacekeepers at the Heart of Public Safety in Louisville" a collaboration between Louisville Story Program and... more

Our co-host, Ramona Dallum, is joined by Tawanda Owsley, VP of Development for Hosparus Health. Tawanda is a philanthropy and non-profit leader with over 20 years of experience in the industry.

The duo discusses the cultural shift needed around end... more

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Recent Guests

Eric King
Broadcast journalist with a long career in TV news and author of Breaking News, Confessions of a Disruptive News Anchor
ACLU of Kentucky (former journalist)
Episode: Captivating Attention
Ebony Page
Chief Development Officer
Louisville Urban League
Episode: Standing On Business
Cynthia Brown
Center for Entrepreneurship
Louisville Urban League
Episode: Standing On Business
Jamie Goodpaster
Director, Center for Workforce Development
Louisville Urban League
Episode: Standing On Business
Deandra Dooley
Center for Housing and Financial Empowerment
Louisville Urban League
Episode: Standing On Business
CJ Carter
Founder/Executive Director of Sharp Futures Foundation
Sharp Futures Foundation
Episode: A Conduit for Change
Gregory Mitchell
Vice President of the Louisville Urban League Young Professionals
Louisville Urban League
Episode: Ceilings & Floors
Ed Harness
Inspector General for Louisville Metro Police Oversight
Louisville Metro Government
Episode: Oversight
Bridgette Johnson
President and CEO of New Directions Housing Corporation
New Directions Housing Corporation
Episode: Know Your Angles

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 7 ratings
  • Not A Podcast Guy

    I don’t really listen to podcast, I am more of a sports radio type of guy. But my wife told me to give it a listen and I really like it. The show discusses issues that are important to me and shares issues I don’t hear about on local news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    My wife's takes my phone
    United States3 years ago

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Sheds light on important local issues not often covered by other media.
Guests bring diverse viewpoints and actionable takeaways for nonprofits and residents.
Audience finds the episodes informative and community-oriented, with strong emphasis on impact and accountability.
Gives practical civic and fundraising advice for community involvement.
People appreciate the nonprofit perspective and community-centered lens.

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Know Your Angles
Q: Can you talk a little bit about, in this context, what New Directions is and what it does as an organization and what it has done historically?
New Directions provides affordable housing, rehab and home repair for elderly and disabled households, wraps resident services through programs like I-Rise, and develops real estate, including child care facilities, with a focus on serving those at the lowest incomes and moving them along a housing continuum.
Relationship Over Rigor
Q: What is the role of emotional and sexual discipline in this work?
Emotional and sexual discipline are essential; teaching young men to manage emotions and make choices that avoid harmful consequences helps reduce interruptions to healthy family dynamics and reduces reliance on negative coping mechanisms, which in turn supports better parenting and relationships.
Relationship Over Rigor
Q: How do you engage fathers and help them navigate the pressures of traditional gender roles?
Start with relationship building, engage in a trusting dialogue, and provide a frame of reference that enlarges their sense of possibility beyond just financial provision; use social capital networking to connect them with leaders who can model different paths and show that healthier choices can still lead to success.
Relationship Over Rigor
Q: In your opinion, what is the status of Black fathers?
The status varies by perspective, with some reporting ongoing challenges in traditional metrics like marriage rates, but non-resident and even non-cohabiting fathers can be deeply involved in nurturing and caregiving; the real task is distinguishing research findings from agendas and building long-term relationships to support fathers.
A Conduit for Change
Q: What is the long-term growth plan for Sharp Futures?
To replicate the model in additional Kentucky schools, expand to Lexington, and explore international opportunities, including Africa, while maintaining a scholarship fund and ensuring community involvement.

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This show centers on local Black communities, equity, and practical solutions led by a Louisville nonprofit focused on six pillars: jobs, justice, education, health, housing, and Black business. Episodes frequently feature leaders from the Louisville Urban League, journalists with deep local insight, and guests who discuss entrepreneurship, youth development, community safety, and fundraising strategies. The tone blends civic-minded discussion with actionable takeaways for listeners—from navigating voting and public services to scaling neighborhood programs. A standout aspect is the consistent collaboration with community organizations to translate funding and policy into tangible outcomes for families and small businesses, often highlighti... more

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2. Ebony Page
3. Cynthia Brown
4. Jamie Goodpaster
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6. CJ Carter
7. Gregory Mitchell
8. Ed Harness

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