Generation Rising

In this special year-end wrap-up, Generation Rising revisits impactful moments from Season 2, including maternal health disparities, police corruption, and the power of black storytelling. Plus, join us for a vibrant walking tour of Providence’s iconic art murals with The Avenue Concept. Celebrate a season of resilience, culture, and community as we look back and move forward. 

In this episode of Generation Rising, filmmaker and historian Claire Andrade-Watkins, founder of SPIA Media Productions, explores the Cape Verdean community's cultural legacy in Rhode Island. Focusing on her new project documenting the Sheldon Street Church, the first Cape Verdean church in America, Claire discusses the intersection of history, resilience, and identity, funded by a Rhode Island St...

In this episode of Generation Rising , Anaridis Rodriguez sits down with Tomaquag Museum’s Executive Director Lorén Spears and Indigenous Empowerment Center Program Manager Samantha Cullen-Fry to discuss the museum’s mission, its commitment to Indigenous education, and its ongoing efforts to empower local Native communities. Through artifacts, storytelling, and community programs, the Tomaquag Mus...

In this episode of Generation Rising , we explore the transformative power of public art with The Avenue Concept. Anaridis Rodriguez sits down with Executive Director, Tracy Jonsson-Laboy, artist Kendel Joseph and Jamie Coelho to discuss TAC’s mission to bring murals, sculptures, and public installations to Providence. Discover how TAC is making art accessible in everyday spaces, sparking communit...

Anaridis Rodriguez chats with Sara Sweetman, Associate Professor at the University of Rhode Island and PBS KIDS consultant, to explore the importance of media literacy for young audiences. In celebration of Media Literacy Week, they discuss strategies to help youth critically analyze media, navigate misinformation, and become smarter digital citizens.

Anaridis Rodriguez explores the state of economic equity in Rhode Island with Nina Harrison and Hector Perez-Aponte, from the Economic Progress Institute. They dive into critical issues affecting Rhode Islanders, including affordable housing, workforce development, and income inequality. Learn about the Institute's latest initiatives, research, and solutions to create a fair and thriving economy.

Join host Anaridis Rodriguez as she sits down with the creators of the documentary, "A World of Hurt: How Medical Malpractice Fails Everyone." Anaridis and the documentary makers explore the human stories behind the statistics, uncovering the emotional and psychological toll that medical errors can inflict.

Host, Anaridis Rodriguez, sits down with Ed Pacheco, CEO of Special Olympics Rhode Island, and Special Olympics athlete John Williams. Ed shares insights into the organization's mission to foster inclusion and empowerment through sports, while John, a passionate competitor, gives a firsthand account of his journey and what the Games mean to him and his fellow athletes.

Host Anaridis Rodriguez sits with Tricia Rose, renowned scholar and author, as they delve into her groundbreaking new book, Metaracism. Tricia unpacks the concept of metaracism, a subtle yet pervasive form of racial bias that operates under the guise of colorblindness and post-racial ideologies.

Host Anaridis Rodriguez sits with Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera and renowned pediatrician Dr. Beata Nelken. Together, they discuss their collaborative efforts to transform Central Falls into a stronger, more supportive community. Tune in as they delve into their shared mission to provide essential resources, including the newly opened women’s housing center, a beacon of hope and opportunity. Di...

Join host Anaridis Rodriguez for an insightful discussion on police corruption with guest Todd McGhee, a retired Massachusetts state trooper and expert in counter-terrorism. In this compelling episode, they delve into the complexities and challenges of tackling corruption within law enforcement, exploring real-life cases and solutions for accountability and integrity in the police force.

Host Anaridis Rodriguez sits down with Amaya Felder, Mac Berube, and Viva Sandoval from The Gordon School. They discuss their impactful 8th-grade civil rights trip, sharing their experiences, reflections, and the profound lessons they learned. Join us as we delve into their journey through history and their personal growth along the way.

Anaridis Rodriguez is joined by Nick Figueroa, from the Brown Collegiate Scholars Program, and Lamont Gordon, from College Visions, to discuss the current challenges of college enrollment and what they’re doing to change it.

Anaridis Rodriguez sits down with RIBBA CEO Lisa Ranglin and City Personnel’s CEO Dawn Apajee to break down what it takes to build a business in Rhode Island and the resources to help.

Anaridis Rodriguez sits down with Harold Starks and Kate McNamara from My Home Court, a nonprofit organization with the mission to engage the community through revitalizing public basketball and city parks facilitated by beautiful contemporary art.

Anaridis Rodriguez is joined by members from Button Hole Golf; Don Wright, Chris Cruz, and Celine Arias. They share how golf is changing the lives of the youth in Providence and the programs available to the public to get started in the sport.

Anaridis Rodriguez sits down with Catalina Martinez, Equity Officer at NOAA Ocean Exploration and a finalist in the Remarkable Women Award, to dive deeper into her journey as an advocate for our world's oceans.

Anaridis Rodriguez is joined by Pandemic Preparedness expert Jennifer Nuzzo, from Brown University, to dig deeper into how we can best prepare ourselves for another pandemic. 

Anaridis Rodriguez is joined by the city of Pawtucket’s first Chief Equity Officer and local artist/advocate Charles “Chachi” Carvalho. They talk about all things Pawtucket, and upcoming events, and Chachi performs a special spoken word.

Anaridis Rodriguez is joined by local filmmaker Kristen Falso-Capaldi as they discuss women’s contribution to film and how to get involved in Rhode Island’s film scene.

Anaridis Rodriguez sits down with Greg Brailsford to go deeper into his article addressing Capitalism and how it’s affecting us every day - in ways we may not know. 

Anaridis Rodriguez is joined by Valerie Thurston and Marlon Carey from the Rhode Island Black Storytellers for a special interview and performance celebrating Black History Month.

Anaridis Rodriguez sits down with Ana Sofia De Brito from Women and Infants and Keesler Gomes from Urban Perinatal Education Center to dive deeper into the growing morbidity and mortality among black pregnant women in the United States.

Anaridis Rodriguez sits down with Angela Ankoma and David Cicilline from the Rhode Island Foundation to talk about the third cohort from the Equity Leadership Initiative Program and more programs the foundation offers for those looking to excel in their career and community work.

Anaridis Rodriguez sits down with Omar Bah, co-founder of the Refugee Dream Center. A torture survivor himself, he is on a mission to create a space for all people to find refuge in Rhode Island.