Meanwhile in Memphis with New Memphis

How do you continue to grow what you know? With 96 acres, 30 specialty gardens, and a tropical plant house that opened earlier this year, Memphis Botanic Garden offers the people of all ages and interests opportunities for education, relaxation, and connection. Olivia Wall and Gina Harris drop by to share the role the gardens play in experiential learning for all, all year long. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Memphis Botanic Garden (MBG)Holiday Wonders at Memphis Botanic GardenMBG Specialty GardensYouth Education and Tropical Plant HouseLive at the Garden This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

Do our first years really determine the rest of our lives?  Dr. Kandace Thomas of First 8 Memphis and Kimberly Carter of Brilliant Minds Child Development Center share how infant mental health impacts children and those caring for them. First 8 Memphis conducted a to glean data directly from those in our community, and some of the findings may surprise you. Resources mentioned in this episode include: First 8 MemphisTennessee Department of Children's ServicesNEXT MemphisTennessee Early Childhood programsFirst 8 Memphis Leadership CouncilAdverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)Pre-Kindergarten readinessSweet Cheeks Diaper MinistryHabitat for Humanity This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

When is the last time you connected with someone who looks, acts, or thinks differently than you? Today we're exploring how being different can be a superpower. Memphis is a vibrant community made up of out-of-the-box thinkers, countless creatives, and innovators who march to the beat of their own drums. In today's episode we'll hear from three TEDxMemphis speakers who shared impactful ideas that shine a light on the power of perspective and the magic that can happen when we're curious. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Subscribe to "Meanwhile in Memphis"Victoria Erdel Garcia's 2024 TEDxMemphis talk titled "Not Your (Neuro)typical TEDx Talk"David Quarles IV's 2024 TEDxMemphis talk titled "How my synesthesia helps me design"Dr. Jasmine "Jaz" Gray's 2024 TEDxMemphis talk titled "The face of disfigurement"View all of the 2024 TEDxMemphis talks hereneurodiversity definitionsynesthesia definition This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

What is a nonprofit? As we were gearing up for the super bowl of our sector (aka Giving Tuesday), we realized we needed to cover the fundamentals of nonprofits. What makes these organizations unique? Who governs them? How do they operate? We’re getting answers to all of these questions and more with Tennessee Nonprofit Network's Kevin Dean. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Tennessee Nonprofit Network"I was told there would be snacks..." A Nonprofit PodcastHope HouseLiteracy MidsouthNational Council of NonprofitsUniversity of Memphis' Institute for Philanthropy and Nonprofit LeadershipCARES Act 2020Memphis ZooArrow CreativeHattiloo TheatreChildren's Museum of MemphisLiveGive MidSouthCommunity FoundationVolunteer OdysseyNew Memphis activation work This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

Do you need to see it to be it? In this conversation, we’re taking a closer look at the impact of quality educators on student academic success, and the role that mentorship and representation play in preparing leaders for their future. LaDerrick Williams (2024 Educator of Excellence) and Dr. Michael Brown (ManUp Teaching Fellowship) share the their insights. Resources mentioned in this episode include: New Memphis Educators of ExcellenceAlumni Holiday PartyManUp Teaching FellowshipBrown v. Board of EducationMemphis Shelby County SchoolsMemphis Education FundHear from Memphis Education Fun in a previous conversation hereEducators! Our friends at EndorsED Strategies Group are convening a conversation centered around advice-sharing and network-building, and we hope to see you in the room on December 12! Register here to save your seat!Hear from Dr. Washington and another New Memphis Educator of Excellence in a previous conversation here This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

What does it look like for wrap-around resources to be readily accessible? In today's conversation, we're taking a look at a an innovative collaboration that challenges us to expand our understanding of what it can look like to build community by meeting people where they are -- at home. Affordable housing can provide so much more than a residence, but rather a home and a community of supports. Joining us to share more about the ways Memphis - and Memphians - are leading in this work are Ephie Ballard Johnson of Neighborhood Christian Centers, Inc. and Sarah Jemison of ALCO Management. Resources mentioned in this episode include: ALCO MangamentNeighborhood Christian Centers, Inc.Ephie's previous conversation with us can be found hereFoote Home RenovationChickasaw Place Apartments This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

Where is agriculture's place within urban communities? Today we're digging deep to find the root of the unique relationship between our thriving city and its perfectly planted location to grow and study crops. Did you know? Memphis is Ag Tech capital of the world and is leading, both locally and globally, when it comes to research, ag tech, and agribusiness. Resources mentioned in this episode include: University of Memphis ACREUniversity of Memphis institute invests in agri-STEM research to grow the economy, prepare for the future.Agricenter InternationalMANRRS AgTech in MemphisAgLaunchEpiCenter and AgTech This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

Today is November 5, 2024, so happy election day, Memphis! We want to make sure you have made your voice heard by casting your vote this election season. Whether you early voted or will be headed to your designated polling location TODAY, we want to be sure you have everything you need to vote with confidence. Happy voting! What does the path to public office look like at the local level? New Memphis recently hosted a live event at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art to explore this question and more...and we're bringing audio from the event to your inbox today! In a series of short, nonpartisan conversations in which elected officials interviewed each other, this week's episode gives some insight into what drew some our community's leaders – from mayors to State Representatives – to serve in public office, what motivates them to do the work, and what they hope will inspire other leaders to take an active role in the community. Additional resources to utilize include: Sample ballot for the 2024 electionFind your designated polling location hereS3E34: "Rock the Vote: Ballot Basics 101" on the importance of votingS3E39: "On the Record: Ballot Basics 102" on the role of journalism in politicsNew Memphis is proud to partner with Leadership for Educational Equity (LEE), a diverse, nonpartisan network of equity-minded leaders, to connect you to the training and tools that can get you ready to lead in public office or organize in your community.City of Memphis Mayor Paul YoungShelby County Commissioner Brandon MorrisonSchool Board Representative Amber Huett-GarciaState Representative Torrey HarrisShelby County Mayor Lee Harris This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank

What does it look like to create socioeconomic mobility for all young people? Today we’re taking a closer look at the realities young people face in creating pathways to economic success. In doing so, we will hear from both sides of this equation — the employer and resource creator, Sarah Lockridge Steckel, and a young adult who has experienced the resources of The Collective Blueprint, Shyana Brown. Together, they will share the impact of workforce readiness and and why economic mobility should be attainable for all. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Celebrate What's Right: Public Space for Common GoodNew Memphis Digital Communications Survey (tell us how we're doing!)The Collective BlueprintTech Collective program with The Collective BlueprintAmeriCorps VISTAS4E28 Maximizing ImpactCareer Experience program with The Collective BlueprintTech901Cross Purpose and upstream impact in Denver This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

How does real estate development contribute to the momentum of the local economy? Chance Carlisle (River City Momentum Fund) joins us in the studio to discuss local projects, the need for a new collaborative capital fund, and the overall impact of real estate developments. Building a more prosperous and vital city rich with talented professionals cannot be a reality without residential and commercial real estate. Learn more about where Memphis stands in comparison to other cities, how the process for development projects differs, and more in this conversation. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Celebrate What's Right: Public Space for Common GoodCarlisle CorporationRiver City Momentum FundOne BealeThe Landing ResidencesThe Hyatt CentricThe Chisca on MainCatherine and Mary'sThe OliverThe RiseTennessee Brewery PILOT ProgramThe Sheraton project This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

"That is what records are, they are just evidence or proof that someone was here, that they had a statement, and that they left a mark on this world." Today we’re taking it back to the very beginning of our journey with WYXR. We will hear from our friends at the radio station about who they are, the history of the station, what New Memphis’ role is within that rich history, and the importance of not only archiving musical history but lifting voices into the narrative. Memphis really does have a sound... a_re you listening?_ Resources mentioned in this episode include: WYXR"Meanwhile in Memphis" on WYXRCrosstown ArtsWFMU from New YorkWWOZ from New OrleansThe Daily MemphianBeale Street CaravanThe University of Memphis' The ROARWYXR = The Reimagined WUMRCrosstown ConcourseAnita Ward's "Ring My Bell"New Memphis EmbarkNew Memphis EventsThe Link Up MemphisTEDxMemphisDJ Spanish FlyThe Black KeysRaised By Sound FestPower the progress of New Memphis and WYXR This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

What do individuals need from their built environment in order to not just survive but thrive? In this episode, we are discussing housing solutions and the need to have access to safe, affordable, reliable housing options. The champions of this work are not only assisting individuals but also impacting future policy for housing solutions. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Memphis Public Interest Law CenterThe Black Clergy Collaborative of MemphisThe Greater Memphis Housing Justice Project U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (also referred to as HUD)Guide to Eviction CourtSocial Determinants of Health (which includes Built Environment)Dwayne Spencer's 2023 TEDxMemphis Talk titled "What My Childhood in Substandard Housing Taught Me About Health" This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

What could Memphis look like if we from imagination to activation? Hear from leaders at Seeding Success and More for Memphis about how collaboration is the key to working toward a better Memphis together. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Celebrate What's Right: Public Space for Common GoodNew Memphis Digital Communications SurveySeeding SuccessMore for MemphisThe More for Memphis PlanPlayhouse on the SquareChoose901First 8 MemphisPorter LeathStart Co.EDGEGreater Memphis ChamberMore for Memphis Letter of Support This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

What supports are in place for students and faculty stressors? Hear from Dr. Jessi Gold (UTHSC and University of Tennessee) and Dr. Justin Lawhead (University of Memphis) about how universities are intentionally creating access to resources for help-seekers in a culture of competition among highly competitive world of undergraduate and graduate students and faculty. Demonstrating a community of care translates into all areas of workforce development and helps retain talented, connected changemakers to the city. Resources mentioned in this episode include: TEDxMemphisUniversity of MemphisDr. Justin LawheadDr. Jessi GoldUTHSCUniversity of TennesseeFrosh Camp"How Do You Feel" by Dr. Jessi GoldNew Memphis activation work This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

Do you know the areas in which the Memphis medical field is a leading innovator in lifesaving research being used across the globe? If your answer was “childhood cancer,” you are correct...but only partially! Dr. Michelle Taylor (Shelby County Health Department) and Elizabeth Propst (St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital) join us for a conversation to expand our understanding of the global innovations in public health that are needed to shape healthy communities and how those connect to Memphis and the Mid-South. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Memphis 101 on September 17TEDxMemphis on September 28Shelby County Health DepartmentSt. Jude Children's Research Hospital's HIV ProgramEnd HIV 901Connect 2 Protect (C2P)Memphis Flyer's August article on HIV/Syphilis surgeThe Daily Memphian's July article on HIV/Syphilis surgeHope HouseFriends for All Partnership to End AIDS Status (PEAS)CHOICESTennessee General Assembly 2012 "Gateway Law"Planned ParenthoodCommunity Care Fairs This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

Does volunteering really matter? In today's fast-paced culture of instant news cycles and drive-thru living, is setting aside time to invest my time and talent (not just my treasures) really impactful? Lori Evans of Junior League of Memphis and Jeremy Park of cityCURRENT share how volunteerism is the backbone of thriving cities and how to not only find but also power the good in Memphis. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Teachers' LoungeMemphis 101TEDxMemphisJunior League of MemphisRegional One HealthcityCURRENTNew Memphis FellowsNew Memphis LDIJunior League's Repeat BoutiqueWLOKHope HouseChildren's Museum of MemphisVolunteer OdysseyS3E11 "Let's Go VTO"S3E9 "Mobilizing Members to Impact Memphis" This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

"We all have these tools inside of us, we just need to learn how to use them." What if something you rarely think about had the power to transform your life and your health? As a supplement to medically based healthcare, mindful wellness programs can have a positive impact on productivity, effectiveness, and the general health of individuals, organizations, and communities. Joining us to talk about that today are Taylor Sommerville founder of Symmetry and Kemp Conrad, Principal at Commercial Advisors. We cover everything from breathing techniques and the importance of "The Symmetry Six" to how mouth-taping might be the key to more restful sleep. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Teachers' LoungeMemphis 101TEDxMemphisCushman Wakefield Commercial AdvisorsSymmetryXPTContrast Therapy ("heat or fie and ice")Blue Zones"Live to 100: Secrets of Blue Zones" on NetflixNon-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR)The Health & Human Performance FoundationPURE AcademyBreathing for Kids resourceJaws: The Story of a Hidden Epidemic bookBreath: The New Science of a Lost Art bookWhy We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams book"The Breathing Diabetic" website and InstagramWhat Doesn't Kill Us: How Freezing Water, Extreme Altitude, and Environmental Conditioning Will Renew Our Lost Evolutionary Strength book This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

_ "When you empower Memphians to be innovators, you solve Memphis problems becasue you see what you're closest to."_ Is Memphis fertile ground for innovators? Entrepreneurship is rooted in innovation and job creation, two things that are critical to economic development and economic mobility. We’re chatting with experts on how collaboration and access are transforming the ways that Memphians are moving and shaking whole industries. Joining us for this conversation are Anthony Young of Epicenter Memphis and Audrey Willis of Code Crew to dig deeper into how collaboration and training can prepare a pipeline of talented individuals to live, work, play, and thrive right here in the 901. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Teachers' Lounge on September 10Memphis 101 on September 17TEDxMemphis: The miXtapeEpicenter MemphisCode CrewLITE MemphisJunior AchievementPrevious conversation S3E30 on the ethics of AIAudrey Willis was named as the Community Leader of the Year in Memphis magazine's MEMTech AwardsCongressional App ChallengeCode Crew's Annual HackathonZeroTo510Patents2Products Post-Doc program at The University of MemphisFrayser ConnectMedHaul This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

As a new school year begins, we want to take a deeper dive into the data of where Memphis is shining in the education sector, what challenges are at play, and how creative solutions are being implemented. To do this, we will be referencing the 2024 Memphis State of Education Report created by Memphis Education Fund. Tune in to get fired up about opportunities to create solutions for the future of Memphis. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Memphis Education Fund2024 Memphis State of Education ReportMemphis LiftTennesseeCANTennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) FormulaMemphis Shelby County Schools Volunteer informationMemphis Shelby County SchoolsDepartment of Education TN This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

On the heels of a sold out New Memphis Leadership Summit last week, it got us thinking about other leadership lessons we’ve learned along the way. Some have come from amazing facilitators, others from workshops, and more still from the TEDxMemphis stage. As Memphis gears up for another TEDx event on September 28, we wanted to focus in on a few of the lessons that are not only impactful to leadership at every stage, but also lessons for community activation and growth. Resources mentioned in this episode include: 2024 TEDxMemphis on September 28Leslie Lynn Smith's 2016 TEDxMemphis TalkAriana Glantz's 2020 TEDxMemphis TalkEso Tolson's 2021 TEDxMemphis TalkPurchase tickets for 2024 TEDxMemphis hereNew Memphis leadership development programsSpillit "Marathon Not a Sprint" on August 22Memphis 101 on September 17 This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.