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Dr. Martin Reinhardt is an Anishinaabe Ojibway citizen of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians from Michigan. He is a tenured professor of Native American Studies at Northern Michigan University. He is the president of the Michigan Indian Education Council and the lead singer and songwriter for the band Waawiyeyaa (The Circle). He joined the Riverwise Podcast to discuss Decolonizing Food and how to live healthy and grounded with an Indigenous diet. Indigenous diets refer to indigenous peoples' traditional foods and food systems, which have been shaped by their culture, history, and environment. Decolonizing food refers to undoing the harm caused by colonialism and restoring the autonomy and sovereignty of indigenous peoples over their food systems. This can include reclaiming traditional food practices, promoting the use of indigenous ingredients, and supporting local and sustainable food production. It also means acknowledging and respecting the knowledge and culture of Indigenous people. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Detroiter Tawana Petty has spent years fighting for policies and practices that center justice in the realm of digital technology and data in the city. As a visionary poet and author, she advocates using our creative capacities to see beyond surveillance as we imagine real safety in our communities. Learn all about her work, get the real scoop on digital justice in Detroit, and learn about the upcoming Disco Tech & Skate party happening this Sunday, November 13th, at Alkebulan Village from 1 pm - 3 pm! The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media depicting local activism and the profound new work done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Founder of #DetroitOversight and President of the Grand River Community Block Club (GRCBC), Victoria Shah, joins Riverwise to discuss the importance of civic engagement and citizen empowerment in local government. Listen now to learn all about the Citizen Empowerment Workshop Victoria has created in conjunction with Riverwise, why she and her neighbors decided to form the GRCBC, and why it is so important for all of us to get engaged, vote, and hold our elected officials accountable. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

The Electrifyin’ Filthy Rockwell speaks with Riverwise’s managing editor, Megan Douglass, about his passion for music, art, and community. Nominated for a grammy for his production role in Kanye West’s “Mercy,” and mentored by greats such as George Clinton, J.Dilla, and Juan Atkins, Filthy’s goal is to both mentor younger musicians who come behind him as well as provide them a space where they can learn, create, and be supported. Listen and learn about his beautiful cultural preservation space in downtown Detroit, his activism around the city of Detroit, and a little about Death. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Curtis Wallace joins Megan Douglass with his energy and spirit of bringing art to the community. Curtis Wallace, the creator of the Be Creative Studio, is determined to use his artistic gifts and wisdom to help people of all ages learn how to let go of their doubts, explore their talents, and lean into their own creativity. He opens up about the importance of Art and Community and keeping your spirit, worth, and passion together as an artist. Megan has her friend share more about new ideas, projects, and efforts for 2022 and beyond. Listen and find out more about community and art in and beyond Ypsilanti. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

In the US media there is much news and warlike talk for warlike preparations in the Russia/Ukraine region of the planet.  We are promised no actual  US war will take place. Perhaps that is true. But US troops are being placed in eastern Europe, purportedly for logistical purposes. But you do not need the 82nd Airborne Division in eastern Europe just to set up shelters for displaced persons, as the Pentagon has claimed.   Americans often go along with drumbeats for war and can become indifferent to the prolonged combat and massive death tolls that follow. Invasion after invasion is either supported or tolerated even when the pretexts for the massive killing turns out to be phony. When will Americans start thinking for themselves instead of tolerating the perpetual war system that spends and kills beyond comparison to any other country in the world? Study, think, then act with knowledge.   If you can take this discussion, I will highlight four points to weigh: 1) US military spending compared to the rest of the world. 2) US military installations around the globe compared to other nations. 3) US invasions and coups since WWII, compared to other countries. 4) The US relations with Russia and involvement in Ukraine. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Michiganders, do you know your congressional district? This podcast is an excellent informative overview of the changes in the election districts. Responding every ten years to the US Census voter districts change. This year's process has more transparency, but there is still much to learn. Megan Douglass hosts this dynamic podcast to lay all the information out for you. Isra Daraiseh, Democracy Coordinator for Michigan Voices & Maryli Secrest, formerly of Michigan House Dems join Megan to give the details. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Shimekia Nichols shares how traditional 9-5 work left her disinterested and unfulfilled. The void led her to volunteer at D Town Farms, Detroit Food Security Network, and We The People Detroit. Witnessing the unified effort, peopled pace and strategic brilliance of Baba Malik Yakini and Monica Lewis Patrick inspired the path Shimekia walks today. Today she leads Souladarity, a small but mighty non-profit housed in Highland Park that has become a locally and nationally recognized leader in energy democracy that aims to be a model of energy resilience and Just-transition toward clean and community-owned solar. This movement in red, black, and Green environmental justice is a journey she shares as a Black woman with the goal of liberating divested communities and empowering them to become self-determining and subject matter experts in the solutions that address their own needs. Shimekia remains humble as she provides an understanding and balances style when it comes to the Black community and the Green Justice movement. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Roberto Mendoza joins the Riverwise podcast to talk about his works of activism and organizing for a lifetime. Mendoza was a mentee and friend of Grace & Jimmy Boggs where they all met in Maine. Soon after the relationship of organizing for environmental justice and more were captured. Today Mendoza works in Oklahoma within the environmental and Indigenous community organizing. In this discussion, we talk about California, Maine, Oklahoma, and what all places meant to Roberto's life and from the lens of the Indigenous culture. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

The school-to-prison pipeline is a common talking point throughout urban centers. Dr. Charles Bell led research and studies exploring the impact suspension and expulsion have on students. Dr. Bell is a Detroit Public School graduate that is now a professor at Illinois State University with a critical focus on Child Development. His new book "SUSPENDED: Punishment, Violence & The Failure of School Safety" is one of Source Booksellers' most recent and insightful books. In this Riverwise interview, we talk about the studies from the book throughout Metro-Detroit and Michigan connecting students, parents, and teachers to this problem.   The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Danny Glover sits down with the Riverwise podcast. Glover was in town to connect with the activist and revolutionary community in Detroit. The Detroit Visionary Community Fair in the heart of Detroit's South East community welcomed Glover to speak to an enthused grass toots audience. For this podcast, Megan Douglas and Khary Frazier talk to Glover about today's ideas, his friendship with Grace Lee Boggs, and reparations. It was an insightful discussion that also questioned the hosts and you as a listener. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Episode Notes Denzel McCampbell joins host Khary Frazier on this episode of the Riverwise podcast to discuss 'Why so many Detroiters are not Voting?' This discussion explores ideas that led to McCapmbell's interest in running for City Clerk. Voter education, voter responsibilities, and political expectations are all explored in this episode. Denzel shares what he sees is broken in the system and how it can be fixed. This was a very tough discussion which speaks to the lack of representation in political office from grassroots community leadership. Denzel speaks to what needs to be known, and the ways voters/ citizens are kept ignorant. On the cusp of the November 2, 2021 election this is a must listen to podcast. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Episode Notes Episode Description: As a Black, Indigenous woman raised in and around Detroit, artist Konstance Patton, who now resides in New York, knows only too well the ways in which our current systems are designed to keep certain bodies and ideologies out of certain spaces. However, with the lockdowns that occurred during the summer of 2020, Konstance and a contingent of artists in New York found new ways to reclaim space, reassert their belonging within gentrified cities, and bring their revolutionary understandings of healing and growth to the wider community. A piece from Konstance's art project Goddezzes is featured in the cover of the Fall 2021 edition of Riverwise. Listen to our conversation now and meet an amazing woman, creator, and fellow traveler on the journey towards new and visionary pathways forward. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Episode Notes Yasmin Majid was inspired by her neighborhood. As a child, the legacy of Langston Hughes, witnessing her family support Malcolm X, and watching the start of the Black Panther Party reach New York inspired her. Yasmin’s work with the Party placed her in journalism assisting with the Panther Paper, information dissemination, and supporting artists. Working alongside the likes of Assata Shakur and Afeni Shakur, Yasmin is part of the strength of the legacy of Brilliant Sisters that led the Panther Party. Today her work is centered around freeing the many political prisoners that were nation-building and community organizing for the Black Panther Party. In this fruitful discussion, we speak on women in the Black Panther Party, Political Prisoners, and the role the Black Panther Party plays with the Langston Hughes Library. Yasmin Majid blesses Detroit is Different with information and grace. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Episode Notes Harold Taylor is from Black Los Angeles. Taylor’s swagger and vibe ooze the essence of the LA street smarts well aware of Black consciousness.  Taylor was a comrade and soldier in arms with the late LA Black Panther Party leader Bunchy Carter. Taylor’s work organizing churches for the breakfast program and recruiting attendants for the political education classes placed him in high regard throughout Los Angeles. In this interview, Taylor opens up about Bunchy Carter, community organizing, and Black Los Angeles of the 1960s. Harold Taylor shares perspective and vision in this interview of what was, is, and can be with Detroit is Different. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Episode Notes Arthur League was born in Tennessee. Growing as a child in the American South through the 50’s and 60’s being Black instilled discipline and willingness in Arthur. From TN his journey landed him in Los Angeles where he was drawn to the Black Panther Party. Protecting the neighborhood against destructive elements of dope pushers and Police brutality was the work of the Black Panther Party Arthur took up. A month after joining the Party he faced the charges and conviction of firing and fighting officers. Upon his release from incarceration, Arthur has stayed true to revolutionary works. His Detroit connection and bond with Yusef Shakur was sparked more than 10 years ago at the United States Social Forum. Arthur League joins Detroit is Different to talk about Community and more in this candid interview. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Episode Notes Indigenous Rights Advocate and Musician Hadassah GreenSky of We Are Culture Creators joins the Riverwise podcast to discuss culture and social justice in Michigan’s Indigenous community. Hadassah shares her background and some of the footprint of Michigan’s Indigenous tribes. GreenSky talks about the activism of Murdered and Missing Indigenous Women and how it impacts Michigan. Finally, she speaks about the upcoming Vibes with the Tribes Festival coming up on August 28th at 4132 Bagley St. Detroit, MI. Call (313)854-3801 for more information about the festival featuring a Pow-Wow, Drum Circle, Live Musicians, Art Installations, and Food at the first annual Vibes with the Tribes. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Episode Notes Tawana Petty joins the Riverwise Podcast to talk about the importance of the Detroiters Bill of Rights. She shares the makings of the document and how the collaborative effort connected many movements of social justice in Detroit. Tawana also touches on the rights for water, public safety, immigration, and housing affordability. This is a needed discussion before the Detroit election. Tawana also discusses voting Yes on Proposal P and how the executive administration and other local officials are against the voice of the people. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Episode Notes The Yemeni Liberation Movement (YLM) is a grassroots organization educating and mobilizing our communities to end the war in Yemen and restore liberation and sovereignty to all of Yemen. Iman Saleh and Muna Saleh are community organizers from Dearborn and Detroit, Michigan. Recently they traveled to Washington, D.C. to demand an end to U.S. participation in the war on Yemen. YLM has begin a hunger strike and call on President Biden to meet the following demands: Publicly speak out against the blockade End U.S. support for the Saudi-led blockade  March 26, 2021 marked the sixth year of the U.S.-supported, Saudi-led genocide against Yemen. Over 233,000 people have been killed mostly from indirect causes such as famine and life-threatening diseases, 24 million are in need of humanitarian assistance, and [16 million ](https://www.wfp.org/emergencies/yemen-emergency#:~:text=Despite%20ongoing%20humanitarian%20assistance%2C%2016.2,(16%2C500%20to%2047%2C000%20people.)are at risk of famine. The Yemeni people are in constant emotional, physical, and psychological chaos with many waiting to die, and others watching their children die.  When organizers pleaded with the Obama administration to not hand his war to Trump, we were ignored. When organizers fought for the War Powers Resolution with Trump, it was vetoed and billions of dollars in new weapons were sold to the Saudi-led coalition. Despite Biden making a promise to end the war during the election, his statements have been ambiguous and he has continued to support the Saudi coalition once his term began.   The Biden administration is currently playing “war crimes gymnastics”, supporting (yet denying) a new 3-month-long fuel blockade that has resulted in mass starvation and death. Hospitals are forced to shut down as they are unable to keep their generators running. According to a 2021 WHO report, nearly 51% of hospitals that were operating before the war are currently either closed or operate at reduced capacity. Yemenis can’t afford to transport themselves to the hospital, with one Yemeni mother expressing in a March 2021 CNN investigation that she had to cut out food and water in order to afford sending her child to receive critical care. The same investigation from CNN international correspondent, Nima Elgabir, confirmed that the United States is supporting the blockade. Under UN resolution 2417, this support is classified as mass starvation.  The YLM is taking a stand to say enough is enough. We no longer ask when the people of Yemen will see peace - we demand it. As nonviolent protests go, hunger strikes wreak the most havoc to the body and mind. Yet, we are willing to undergo these risks in solidarity with the people of Yemen, 22 million of whom are actively being starved. We have shouted, marched, asked for peace, and written letters. Now, as citizens of the United States and members of the YLM, we will put our bodies and future health on the line while urging President Biden to end all support for the blockade on Yemen. What was once a paradise on Earth to millions, has now been turned into a never-ending hell. We will continue our strike until President Biden acknowledges and ends the United States’ support for the blockade, so that we may begin the work of restoring safety, security, and sovereignty to the heaven that is Yemen. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.

Episode Notes “Election education, government education is really important”!   The words of Krystal Crittendon during her interview with Khary Fraser in this podcast a Detroit is Different series. If a properly functioning democracy depends on an informed electorate, then need to grow a rich conversation of about the state of the city and what we need from city leadership. Riverwise is dedicated to using this platform and a special magazine issue to educate the citizens of Detroit about the upcoming local election and Mayoral race. We are grateful for her care for the citizens of Detroit and her willingness to run for Mayor of Detroit in 2013. You will see in this informative podcast the Krystal Crittendon wants us (Detroit) to know our rights!   Listen if you are interested to know: How the Detroit City government works? Why we need to elect the right people in Detroit? What is the private/public partnership in Detroit?   Krystal Crittendon born and raised in the city of Detroit. She was educated in the Detroit Public Schools and graduated from Cass Technical High School in 1981. She received a Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from Wayne State University and her juris doctor from the Detroit College of Law (now Michigan State University) in 1994. Crittendon is 2013 mayoral candidate, 2013. She received just over 6% of the vote, finishing in third. She is a lawyer for the city of Detroit. The Riverwise Podcast is bringing together Detroit citizens to consider new and forms of resistance to continuing economic and political marginalization in communities of color. For over three years now, the Riverwise collective has created media that depicts local activism and the profound new work being done in Detroit neighborhoods. Through the quarterly Riverwise magazine, Riverwise community conversations, and the Riverwise Writing Workshop, we're developing our collective voice.