Real Conversations in the QC

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Welcome to Real Conversations in the QC, a program in partnership with the TMBC Lincoln Resource Center. The program covers a variety of topics, centering around the Black experiences in the QCA. Each month, KWQC-TV6’s Kaila Paige, Tim Stinson, Jasmine Butler and Theresa Bryant will gain insight from people about topics impacting the Quad Cities community. Real Conversations in the QC will air on KWQC-TV6 on-air and online at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday.

  1. APR 8

    Breaking the Silence: Black Athletes Mental Health & the Pressure to Perform

    In this edition of Real Conversations in the QC, the cast sat down with local coaches and athletes about the pressure to perform as a person of color. Kaila Paige sat down with Keyvan Rudd, a wide receiver for the Quad City Steamwheelers Tim Stinson spoke with Julian Vandervelde about his path from Davenport Central to Iowa, then on to the NFL Jasmine Butler sat down with three area coaches: Marc Polite, Jarrin Williams and Alana Warren Theresa Bryant spoke with O’Ryan Rowe, a local high school basketball player and his mother Amber Bruce

    1h 12m

  2. MAR 1

    Next Generation Leaders: Young Voices Shaping Change

    In the February edition of Real Conversations in the QC, the cast spoke with young voices in the Quad Cities area that are shaping change. Tim Stinson spoke with Essence Wilmington who is making an impact in the community through her ownership of a dance academy Jasmine Butler sat down with Isaiah Overton, a nonprofit leader who is making a difference through the Hustle U program https://www.kwqc.com/2026/01/29/next-generation-leaders-young-voices-shaping-change/

    51 min

  3. JAN 26

    The Side Hustle Economy: Building Wealth Beyond the 9-5

    In the January edition of Real Conversations in the QC, the cast discussed how people are building multiple streams of revenue to create generational wealth through nontraditional paths.

    56 min

  4. 12/29/2025

    Time to Rewind: Impactful Segments from 2025

    In this episode of Real Conversations in the QC, we are re-airing some of our most impactful segments of the year. More info: Time to Rewind: Impactful Segments from 2025

    1 hr

  5. 10/27/2025

    Redlining to Today: Housing and Wealth in Our Neighborhoods

    In this episode of Real Conversations in the QC, the cast discussed redlining, focusing on housing and wealth in Quad City neighborhoods. More: https://www.kwqc.com/2025/10/26/redlining-today-housing-wealth-our-neighborhoods/

    1h 1m

  6. 09/28/2025

    Divine 9: Cultivating Legacy, Support and Service

    In this episode of Real Conversations in the QC, the cast took a closer look at Black Greek Life. More: https://www.kwqc.com/2025/09/28/divine-9-cultivating-legacy-support-service/

    40 min

  7. 09/01/2025

    Reading Between the Lines: Looking Ahead to National Literacy Month

    In this episode of Real Conversations in the QC, the cast explored how crucial literacy is for lifelong success. Literacy impacts things like graduation, career advancement and even financial security. Early intervention is essential to bridge the achievement gap and build a stronger future for the community. More: https://www.kwqc.com/2025/08/31/reading-between-lines-looking-ahead-national-literacy-month/

    1h 1m

  8. 07/28/2025

    The Evolving Voice of the Black Church in the QCA

    In this episode of Real Conversations in the QC, the cast spoke with area religious leaders to explore the connection the Black community has with faith and how it has changed from past to present. Full episode: https://www.kwqc.com/2025/07/27/evolving-voice-black-church-qca/

    1h 1m
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Welcome to Real Conversations in the QC, a program in partnership with the TMBC Lincoln Resource Center. The program covers a variety of topics, centering around the Black experiences in the QCA. Each month, KWQC-TV6’s Kaila Paige, Tim Stinson, Jasmine Butler and Theresa Bryant will gain insight from people about topics impacting the Quad Cities community. Real Conversations in the QC will air on KWQC-TV6 on-air and online at 10:30 a.m. every Sunday.

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  • Channel
    KWQC
  • Creator
    realconversationsqc
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Real Conversations in the QC

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