The Land Special Report by GCLEABJ

Rhonda K. Brown is Cleveland’s Senior Advisor – Arts & Culture (July 2025–Present), appointed by Mayor Justin Bibb to guide the city’s cultural strategy and strengthen the role of the arts in economic and community development. In this role, she leads initiatives to expand access, amplify underrepresented voices, and build a thriving creative economy, including programs such as Cleveland’s $3...

Welcome to The Land Special Report, the official podcast of the Greater Cleveland Association of Black Journalists (GCLEABJ). Hosted by Shelli Reeves, this series goes beyond the headlines to uplift Black voices in journalism, highlight untold community stories, and explore issues shaping Cleveland and beyond. In this introductory episode, Shelli shares the vision behind The Special Report, why th...