Intervene with Arlena Jones – Sheila D. Lipsey SFG HR Strategies

In this episode of The Intervene Show with Arlena Jones, Leon Jones, and guest Sheila Lipsey, Sheila discusses her transition from a corporate HR role to becoming a life and leadership coach. Sheila shares her experiences, emphasizing the importance of…

All Stories Matter – Leslye Logan reinventing herself in the second act of life

In this episode of "All Stories Matter," Marvinetta Woodley Penn interviews her long-time friend Leslye Logan. They reminisce about their college days at Eastern Illinois University and Leslye's adventurous life journey. From overcoming childhood asthma to becoming an adaptive diver…

Intervene – Neighborhood Change Reparations

In this thought-provoking episode of Intervene, host Arlena brings together her brother Leon Jones and community advocate Bill Lindemann to discuss transformative ideas for neighborhood revitalization. Bill outlines his passion for strengthening communities through small, dedicated groups that work towards…

Career Quest – Treble Makers: From Student Life to Teaching Music

In this episode of Career Quest, Arianne Bush interviews a passionate high school music teacher and an aspiring student musician. Together, they discuss the importance of band and orchestra in fostering community among musicians and the dedication required to master…

Intervene with Arlena Jones – Cerka Kirsch: 2nd Generation Holocaust Survivor

Host Arlene Jones welcomes Cerka (Sarah), a second-generation Holocaust survivor, as she shares her family's story of survival during World War II. Cerka recounts her parents' harrowing experiences in Nazi Germany, their life in a displaced persons camp, and their…

Youth StoryLab – Hopeful Future

Follow the poignant story of a transgender individual in Kalamazoo as they navigate the harsh realities of homelessness. Many people end up knee-deep into the complexities of living without a home, exacerbated by systemic failures in housing and mental health…

Crazy Talks with Carlotta – Episode 3 Ft. Topher Barrett

Miss Carlotta Elektra welcomes a special guest, Mr. Topher Barrett. They delve into Barrett's personal journey from a small town in Michigan to finding his passion for theater at Kalamazoo Central. Barrett shares his experience of being cast in the…