
Urban Roots is all about preserving place through story. It is hosted by Deqah Hussein-Wetzel (historic preservationist/urbanist) and is published by Urbanist Media, a nonprofit that promotes equity in the built environment.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 45 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Category | History | ||||

In this special crossover episode of the Urban Roots podcast and the Columbia GSAPP’s Historic Preservation Podcast, host Deqah Hussein-Wetzel has a Black history and preservation-focused conversation with award-winning journalist and historian A’Lel... more
In this bonus episode, Deqah unpacks equitable preservation-based development with Bree Jones, the Founder and CEO of Parity, an equitable development company headquartered in West Baltimore that acquires and rehabilitates abandoned properties by the... more
We at Urbanist Media (and the Urban Roots podcast) are excited to have, yet again, celebrated Juneteenth with Cincinnati Public Radio.
This year, we produced brand new Juneteenth Cincinnati Shorts: weekly, 90-second tributes to people and places i... more
We at Urbanist Media (and the Urban Roots podcast) are excited to have, yet again, celebrated Juneteenth with Cincinnati Public Radio.
This year, we produced brand new Juneteenth Cincinnati Shorts: weekly, 90-second tributes to people and places i... more
All episodes are amazing, but this Bree Jones one is just PHENOMENAL
You all always find really interesting storytellers from the local community. Love the podcast!
One of the most interesting podcasts I’ve listened too. The amount of historical knowledge presented in this show is amazing. The two hosts really keep the topics engaging. Plus the amount of Black history in this podcast is amazing. So many Black historical figures that I never knew about until I discovered this podcast. I hoping that we get a third season.
An really well-done, informative podcast that highlights history too often forgotten. Highly recommend!
Urban Roots is a great podcast that’s definitely worth a listen. I appreciated learning so much about Cincinnati’s urban past, especially how racial inequality is literally built into the city’s infrastructure.
The podcast also features interviews and oral histories with locals, which I found to be very interesting, as their historical perspectives offer valuable insights for urban politics today. These narratives of the past are critical for anyone interested in charting a course for a more j... more
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Apple Podcasts | #231 |
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This podcast focuses on preserving cultural heritage through storytelling, emphasizing the historical significance of places and the role of community narratives in shaping urban environments. Episodes feature a diverse range of topics, including influential figures in African American history, urban challenges such as gentrification, and the impact of community organizations. Notably, the discussions often highlight local historical achievements and figures that have been overlooked, making it a unique resource for anyone interested in the intersection of history and contemporary urban issues. The blend of personal stories and expert insights fosters a deeper understanding of place-making and advocacy for inclusive urban development.
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Urban Roots launched 5 years ago and published 45 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Urban Roots include:
1. A'Lelia Bundles
2. Bree Jones
3. Dr. Lucy Oxley
4. Tyrell Anderson
5. Lori Gonzalez
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