Community History 365 | Johnson City, TN

Langston Education and Arts Development (LEAD)
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Community History 365 tells stories from Johnson City’s rich multicultural history, stories you’ve probably never heard. Community History 365 respects the past so we can recognize the present and realize the future. We’ll be sharing stories from across Johnson City and its history, from a black physician who helped found Langston High School in the 1800s to the Negro Music Festival in 1947, and more. Pull up a chair and stick around. --- CH365 is distributed by LEAD (Langston Education and Arts Development), a nonprofit created by Langston High School alumni. Seeking to preserve the school building’s integrity, legacy, and historical value, LEAD helped the building open up as the Langston Centre, a multicultural facility that serves the community as part of the City of Johnson City Parks and Recreation Department. This podcast is produced in the Langston Centre’s Media Lab.

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  1. Episode 1

    Villages Ep. 1 | De-segregation in Johnson City

    Welcome to Community History 365! CH365 tells stories from Johnson City's rich multicultural history. After this winter's mini-series about MLK, we're back with Season 2, which is all about villages in Johnson City. It'll be like a road trip across decades and around town, with one question guiding us: "Langston was a village. Where are the village now?" This season will be full of stories about neighborhoods, businesses, and centers of community. Exploring the spaces and places in Johnson City that have created a sense of belonging. In this first episode, hear Langston High School alumni share memories from their time at the school. And listen to Dr. Jean Swindle, who's Assistant Professor in the College of Education at East Tennessee State University, share stories about villages and knowledge about the historical context of de-segregation. Tap the "Follow" button so you'll be notified when new episodes are released. --- Credits - CH365 is a production of the Langston Centre Media Lab - Host: Karen Sullivan - Producers: Kelvin Scott, Karen Sullivan, and Isaac Wood - Writer: Isaac Wood - Mix and Master: Kelvin Scott - Multicultural Engagement Manager for the Langston Centre: Adam Dickson - Thank you to Dr. Jean Swindle and the Langston High School Alumni who shared their memories and expertise for this episode.  - Thank you to LEAD and to the City of Johnson City’s Parks and Recreation Department for supporting Community History 365.  Recordings - The Community History 365 theme song is called “Feels Good to Be” and comes from audionautix.com --- Community History 365 is supported by LEAD (Langston Education and Arts Development), a nonprofit created by Langston High School alumni. Seeking to preserve the school building’s integrity, legacy, and historical value, the alumni formed LEAD which helped the building open up as the Langston Centre. This multicultural facility serves the community as part of the City of Johnson City Parks and Recreation Department.

  2. Episode 2

    Villages Ep. 2 | Saving Carver Rec

    Welcome to Community History 365! CH365 tells stories from Johnson City's rich multicultural history. Season 2 is all about "Villages." In this second episode, learn about Carver Park — an important community center in Johnson City — and the forces that threatened its existence. Kenneth "Herb" Greenlee shares memories about growing up around Carver, his first job at 8 years old, challenges Carver faced in the 1970s, and what has happened since then. Season 2 is all about villages in Johnson City. It'll be like a road trip around town and across decades, with one question guiding us: "Langston was a village. Where are the village now?" This season will be full of stories about neighborhoods, businesses, and centers of community. Exploring the spaces and places in Johnson City that have created a sense of belonging. Listen to Season 1 of CH365 to learn all about the history of Langston High School and the Langston Centre. Tap the "Follow" button so you'll be notified when new episodes are released. --- Credits - CH365 is a production of the Langston Centre Media Lab - Host: Karen Sullivan - Producers: Kelvin Scott, Karen Sullivan, and Isaac Wood - Writer: Isaac Wood - Mix and Master: Kelvin Scott - Multicultural Engagement Manager for the Langston Centre: Adam Dickson - Thank you to Kenneth "Herb" Greenlee who shared his memories and expertise for this episode.  - Thank you to LEAD and to the City of Johnson City’s Parks and Recreation Department for supporting Community History 365.  Recordings - The Community History 365 theme song is called “Feels Good to Be” and comes from audionautix.com --- Community History 365 is supported by LEAD (Langston Education and Arts Development), a nonprofit created by Langston High School alumni. Seeking to preserve the school building’s integrity, legacy, and historical value, the alumni formed LEAD which helped the building open up as the Langston Centre. This multicultural facility serves the community as part of the City of Johnson City Parks and Recreation Department.

  3. Episode 3

    Villages Ep. 3 | Carver Rec's Legacy

    Welcome to Community History 365! CH365 tells stories from Johnson City's rich multicultural history. Season 2 is all about "Villages." This second episode is full of stories from TR Dunn. He grew up near Carver Rec, graduated from Science Hill High School, and lives in Johnson City today. This is our second episode about Carver Rec, which is a parks and recreation facility that’s been around since the 1950s. Today we hear from TR about his years growing up in the Carver projects, the bunch of kids he hung around town with, how things changed in his high school years, and how Carver influenced his later years. Season 2 is all about villages in Johnson City. It'll be like a road trip around town and across decades, with one question guiding us: "Langston was a village. Where are the village now?" This season will be full of stories about neighborhoods, businesses, and centers of community. Exploring the spaces and places in Johnson City that have created a sense of belonging. Listen to Season 1 of CH365 to learn about the history of Langston High School and the Langston Centre. Tap the "Follow" button so you'll be notified when new episodes are released. --- Credits - CH365 is a production of the Langston Centre Media Lab - Host: Karen Sullivan - Producers: Kelvin Scott, Karen Sullivan, and Isaac Wood - Writer: Isaac Wood - Mix and Master: Kelvin Scott - Multicultural Engagement Manager for the Langston Centre: Adam Dickson - Thank you to TR Dunn for sharing his stories and memories for this episode.  - Thank you to LEAD and to the City of Johnson City’s Parks and Recreation Department for supporting Community History 365.  Recordings - The Community History 365 theme song is called “Feels Good to Be” and comes from audionautix.com --- Community History 365 is supported by LEAD (Langston Education and Arts Development), a nonprofit created by Langston High School alumni. Seeking to preserve the school building’s integrity, legacy, and historical value, the alumni formed LEAD which helped the building open up as the Langston Centre. This multicultural facility serves the community as part of the City of Johnson City Parks and Recreation Department.

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Community History 365 tells stories from Johnson City’s rich multicultural history, stories you’ve probably never heard. Community History 365 respects the past so we can recognize the present and realize the future. We’ll be sharing stories from across Johnson City and its history, from a black physician who helped found Langston High School in the 1800s to the Negro Music Festival in 1947, and more. Pull up a chair and stick around. --- CH365 is distributed by LEAD (Langston Education and Arts Development), a nonprofit created by Langston High School alumni. Seeking to preserve the school building’s integrity, legacy, and historical value, LEAD helped the building open up as the Langston Centre, a multicultural facility that serves the community as part of the City of Johnson City Parks and Recreation Department. This podcast is produced in the Langston Centre’s Media Lab.

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