Hey Rhody Podcast

Adrienne Gagnon (Who to Watch 2022)

In today's special Who To Watch episode, we are joined by Adrienne Gagnon the Executive Director of DownCity Design, which helps people design solutions for their communities. Adrienne, Nick, and Sascha discuss what goes into the organization, from community outreach to helping youth have a part in designing and ultimately building projects, the importance of learning how to give and receive feedback, and more. Have fun learning more about Adrienne and her journey to create a space for meaningful work in design.

Travis Escobar (Who to Watch 2022)

In today's special Who To Watch episode, we are joined by Travis Escobar, the President of Millennial Rhode Island. Travis, Nick, and Sascha discuss the importance of keeping Millennials in RI, why diversity in schools is so important, tackling new business ventures in the new year, and more! Have fun learning more about Travis and his work to make PVD (and RI) the best place to live, work, and play!

Liza Burkin (Who to Watch 2022)

In today's special Who To Watch episode, we are joined by Liza Burkin the Founder of Providence Streets Coalition. Liza, Nick, and Sascha discuss how growing up in a rural town made Liza's want and need for easy and safe transportation the seed that later started the organization, her time as a pedicab driver, and more. Have fun learning more about Liza and her work that is moving Providence forward on streets built to share.

GEM - Haus of Codec (Who to Watch 2022)

In today's special Who To Watch episode, we are joined by George Evans Marley (GEM), the Treasurer and all around operations person at Haus of Codec (along with Julio E. Berroa, Haley Johnson, Alexander Ruiz, and Charlotte Gagnon). GEM, Nick, and Sascha discuss their story of growing up in our “weird” state, their own experience with homelessness, the many obstacles of starting a shelter in RI, Pokemon GO, and more. Take a listen to learn more about GEM and their work with Haus of Codec to bring safe spaces to LGBTQQIA+ youth in PVD and statewide.

Jennifer McClendon (Who to Watch 2022)

In today's special Who To Watch episode, we are joined by Jennifer McClendon the Producing Director of Rhody staple Trinity Rep. Jennifer, Nick, and Sascha discuss her journey from computer engineering to stage management, and coming to the smallest state from Chicago where she is implementing big change for the community. Have fun learning more about Jennifer and her work to make theater more inclusive, getting through the pandemic and her hopes for the production of 2022 stage performances.

Ray Nuñez (Who to Watch 2022)

In today's special Who To Watch episode, we are joined by Ray Nuñez the founder of  Nuñez, The People’s Agency. Ray, Nick, and Sascha discuss the path that brought Ray to RI, which started in Mexico, the importance of culture within marketing, and his busy year of starting a business, getting married and welcoming a baby boy.  Have fun learning more about Ray and his journey to finding the people, places and work that he feels connected to.

Dwayne Keys (Who to Watch 2022)

In today's special Who To Watch episode, we are joined by Dwayne Keys, Chairperson for the South Providence Neighborhood Association.  Dwayne, Nick, and Sascha discuss all the different components of Dwayne's work and success in finance and use of his time at the SPNA to make sure communities treated with inequality are having their voices heard when it comes to the neighborhoods they live and work in.  Have fun learning more about Dwayne and his busy schedule doing work within the community and making a difference.

Amber Jackson (Who to Watch 2022)

In today's special Who To Watch episode we are joined by Amber Jackson, the founder, and CEO of @theblackleaftea and Culture Shop. Amber, Nick, and Sascha discuss how she came to be in PVD from Chicago through collegiate athletics and found her passion through mixing and creating delicious loose leaf tea blends. Through building her business Amber has used her teas to engage with the community and celebrate Black Culture through events like her tea talks and mixers. Have fun learning more about Amber and her journey (grab a hot cup of her Sunday Morning blend for the perfect listening experience).