Simply Neighbors

This episode marks (almost) one year of Simply Neighbors! Co-Hosts Evangeline, Donovan, Stephanie, and DaQuavion sit down together to give updates on what has happened in the past year, reflect on each of the conversations with our guests, and look forward to the year to come. In this conversation, the co-hosts reflect on what makes a community strong, how to build trust across differences, and wh...

In this episode, Evangeline, Donavan, and DaQuavion chat with Tanmay Shah, the new Ward 12's Council Member. They dig deep into the difficult thorns and promising blooms of local government and community organizing, always reinforcing the power that every neighbor has to shape their neighborhood for the better. Tanmay shares about his background and heart for the city of Cleveland and speaks t...

In this episode of Simply Neighbors, DaQuavion sits down with Moses Ngong to dive deep into the heart of the Detroit Shoreway neighborhood in Cleveland, OH. Together, they explore the transformative power of Neighbor Nights—a local initiative built on the belief that every resident has something valuable to contribute. Moses shares insights into the "down-to-earth" practice of neighborin...

What does it take to transform neighborhood tension into a powerful community partnership? In this episode, Stephanie, Donovan, and DaQuavion sits down with Nikki Hudson , the soon-to-be councilwoman for Cleveland’s new Ward 11. Nikki shares her heart for grassroots organizing and recounts inspiring stories of how building authentic, local relationships can bridge divides and spark real change. Wh...

What happens when you trade the familiar for the unknown and find a "heart for the city" in the process? In this episode, DaQuavion sits down with Brian and Marsha Parker , neighbors from just a few streets over, to discuss their journey of moving to Cleveland and building a life rooted in community. From the complexities of interracial marriage and the role of faith in their daily lives...

Have you ever wondered what your street looked like 50 years ago, or who the people were that built your neighborhood's foundation? In the debut episode of Simply Neighbors, hosts Evangeline and Donovan sit down with long-time neighbor Pat Shannahan . Pat takes us on a journey through the history of their local street, sharing stories that span generations. This conversation isn't just abo...

Welcome to Simply Neighbors, a podcast delving into the sacred art of being “Simply Neighbors”—where the ordinary meets the profound. We lift voices of grassroots dreamers, local makers, and community weavers. Each episode gently tills the soil of connection, offering seeds of wisdom, practical tools, and hope. Together, we resist divisive tales and celebrate the thorns and blooms of everyday belo...