Real Talk Memphis-with Chip Chip Washington

Episode Notes My guests include City Councilwoman Yolanda Cooper Sutton who is serious about her business and passionate about this city. She talks to me about the continuing violence, the upcoming budget and the proposed property tax increase. Britney Thornton is a County Commissioner who is community strong. We speak with her about her beloved Orange Mound, the recent events of violence and how to heal a proud people moving forward. The legislative session just ended in Nashville and now it’s time to assess if anything of substance got done. State Representative Jesse Chism joins me to share his thoughts on several issues and why our city and county seem to be impacted the most. That and more on air and online Monday 6-7 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM, TuneIn, Facebook Live and wherever you get your podcasts!

Episode Notes Guests include; Rev. Dr. Earle Fisher, Sr. pastor, Abyssinian MB Church is a community leader who is concerned about our direction and future. He speaks to me about the current legislative agenda and if their actions are really for the benefit of our city. Lastly, we should all know how important good oral hygiene is, but did you know that oral cancer is one of the most deadliest diseases there is? Dr. Taylor Reed joins me to discuss the issue during this Oral Cancer Awareness month. That and more Monday both on air and online. WYXR 91.7 FM, the WYXR org, TuneIn, Facebook Live, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. It's time to talk!

Episode Notes My guests include Ted Townsend, President/CEO Greater Memphis Chamber. There is a lot of building going on downtown these days as one can see, and he joins me to share his goals, the overall direction of the city and the concerns about crime and how it might affect future growth. Speaking of crime, the criminal justice system can be a complicated issue. We speak with two people; Leslie Taylor and Norman Blake who had many questions about the process so they founded Memphis Crime Beat in order to get some answers. Finally, April 15th is a day many of us dread, Tax day! Vincent C. Perry drops by to give us any insights or updates new this year. That and more both on air and online, Monday, 6-7 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM. Also the WYXR app, Tunein, Facebook Live, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts!

Episode Notes My guests include MSCS Board Chair Althea Greene. Difficult times filled with frustration does not begin to describe the many issues the board has had to address over the past year plus, but now the selection of a new school superintendent has finally been completed. She tells me what the path forward now looks like for our students as well as other priorities. Brian Harris is a man who is invested in our young people and is the man chosen to now lead the Memphis Office of Youth Services. He shares a busy agenda as they prepare for the summer with EMPLOY youth and many other programs. Finally, mental health is a serious problem for many in our city and recently, the Mental Health Cooperative (MHP), has recently opened a new facility here in Memphis. Executive Director August White joins me to share how important this resource is to helping those who need these services the most. That and more on air and online on RTM, Monday 6-7 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM, WYXR.org, Tunein, Facebook Live, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts. It’s time to talk!

Episode Notes My guests include Durell Cowan, founder and executive director of Heal 901. Since 2018, this organization has focused on violence prevention especially within youth populations. He tells us the challenges they face as well as the successes they continue to see. Next, remember the days when physicians actually made house-calls? Angela Owens joins me to talk about her business; By Faith Primary Care House Calls, LLC that caters to the elderly and disabled who can’t make it to a traditional doctor’s office by coming to them. Finally, things in this city are moving at such a pace it’s hard to keep up. That’s why having someone who keeps his eye on things with an honest opinion is good to know. Our friend Otis Sanford drops in for a return visit to bring his unique perspective to all things Memphis. That and more both on air and online Monday, 6pm on WYXR 91.7 FM, the WYXR app, Tunein, Facebook Live and wherever you get your podcasts. It’s time to talk!

Episode Notes My guests include Bacarra Mauldin, Interim CEO of MATA. She is the first Black female to head the transit organization. She speaks to me about the significance of being selected to this position as well as the challenges and her vision for the future. Mack Weaver has been with the Memphis in May organization for over 25 years, and was recently named the new President and CEO. After a challenging year he shares how he will guide the organization into its next chapter. Finally, Kadesha Gordon is a life-long Catholic who loves education. She now serves as the first Black female principal of Immaculate Conception Cathedral School in its over 100 year history. She talks to me about the role and how they are looking to change the face of education with a new program. All that and more as we celebrate National Women’s History Month both on air and online Monday, 6-7 pm on WYXR 91.7 FM, the WYXR app, Tunein, Facebook Live, YouTube and wherever you get your podcasts! It’s time to talk!