Local Matters Podcast

Mental health and wellness have long been taboo topics, particularly in the African American community. Now that the suicide rate is increasing among people of color, we have to face the reality that our lack of conversation is problematic. Ben and Vivian Ross, owners of Elephant In The Room Counseling, talk about their approach to therapy, who needs it, and how to get help if needed. They also to...

Chatham County Commissioner Aaron Whitely joins Local Matters to discuss the highs and lows of serving as a local elected official. He also talks about how to engage youth, support black owned businesses, the impact of Hyundai's new plant, and whether Augusta and Savannah comprise a region of its own. To contact Mrs. Jackson for consulting or speaking engagements, please see the Contact Us page: w...

Brenda Durant, Executive Director of the Greater Augusta Arts Council, discusses what what we should be enjoying on the local arts scene. We cover who pays for public art, our new crosswalk mural, and Augusta's biggest festival. To contact Mrs. Jackson for consulting or speaking engagements, please see the Contact Us page: www. Janiceallenjackson.weebly.com Follow us on Social Media: Facebook: www...

California Attorney Matthew Silver Founder, of Civica Law joins us to talk about the thing that generates more complaints to local government than almost anything else: Code Enforcement. We discuss what Code Enforcement is, the difference between Code of Enforcement and Law Enforcement, and when you need to call them. To contact Mrs. Jackson for consulting or speaking engagements, please see the C...

Attorney Tanya Jeffords discusses her hopes for a better relationship between African Americans and law enforcement, voting restrictions for those who commit felonies, how we move forward to build mutual respect, and the cost of incarceration. She also tackles the issue of whether there will ever be an effort to seek solutions that will result in better conditions for people of color. DISCLAIMER:...

Bennish Brown, President/CEO of Destination Augusta, enlightens us about attractions in our area. He discusses what they are doing to draw visitors, and why he doesn't agree when people say their is nothing to do in Augusta. To contact Mrs. Jackson for consulting or speaking engagements, please see the Contact Us page: www. Janiceallenjackson.weebly.com Follow us on Social Media: Facebook: @LocalM...

Sara Suggs, CEO of the Sandra Day O'Connor Institute for American Democracy, talks about how much we need to know to become empowered citizens. She describes the new Civics For Life platform that the Institute has created to make information about government easily accessible. We also touch on the seemingly increasing levels of incivility in our political discourse. Please visit www.civicsforlife....

Ronic West, President and Co-Founder of the Greater Augusta Black Chamber of Commerce, tells the story behind how they started. She also describes the organization's activities, the benefits of membership, and the partnerships GABCC has formed.

The Georgia Department of Public Health, Reduce Your Risk, and other organizations are teaming up to help you protect your health! There will also be free food and clothing. Rev. Lisa Wheeler, Patient Navigator, and Angela Prince, volunteer with Reduce Your Risk. To contact Mrs. Jackson for consulting or speaking engagements, please see the Contact Us page: www. Janiceallenjackson.weebly.com Follo...

Daryl Rolle, Augusta barber, instructor, and entrepreneur, discusses why he has devoted so much time to the Augusta Choice Neighborhoods Program, and specifically, the Neighborhood Leadership Institute. The institute exists to make sure residents of some of District 1 neighborhoods are up to speed with the process of community development. The hope is that the information and discussion will lead...

Today, our guest is Joseph Turner, City Administrator of South Hutchinson, Kansas. We will cover a number of topics, to include our favorite aspects of the job, why there is so much short term thinking in government, and how local government is becoming more complex and more volatile. We also discuss whether the work of City Managers is appreciated, and training and term limits for elected officia...

Jim Hunt, former President of the National League of Cities, joins us to describe what makes a city amazing. We also talk about how to rebuild trust between the public, reasons some elected bodies have so much acrimony, and the danger associated with serving in public office. To contact Mrs. Jackson for consulting or speaking engagements, please see the Contact Us page: www. Janiceallenjackson.wee...

Felina Martin is an author, artist, and entrepreneur. She is the Co-Founder of be in_ marketing llc (an event marketing company) and owner of pamoja na (a wearable art fashion line). In this episode, we have a vulnerable discussion about her previous marriage that resulted in her new book entitled “Sunshine from Hell: Love, Loss and Sex Addiction a memior by Felina Martin”. One quote that stuck wi...

Dr. Jewel Faison is Senior Consultant at Constructs & Concepts International. She is especially qualified to discuss what is really happening with public education. We discuss her calling and passion to be an educator and the systemic reasons behind why so many children are not achieving. Listen as we take a deep dive into the history of public education including poverty, integration, and how tha...

The Richmond County (GA) Board of Education's District 6 seat is on the March 21st Special election ballot. Laura Green faces off against Ed Lowery for a vacancy created by the death of School Board Trustee Elect Tyrique Robinson last year. Learn about both candidates so that you can decide which candidate to support. To contact Mrs. Jackson for consulting or speaking engagements, please see the C...

Anna Reeves, Owner of Paws and Claws Pet Bakery, joins us to talk about what she loves and what she hopes to improve about Augusta. We discuss cleanliness, homelessness issues, and what she wishes elected officials would do more of. She explains the process to be appointed to the Augusta-Richmond County Library Board of Trustees. Listen as she talks about her aspirations for the community with lov...

Dr. Wayne Frazier has risen from soldier to teacher to Principal to School Board Trustee. This is the second part of our two part conversation on what really is the problem with public education. We cover race relations, school choice, political correctness, and what we as a community could do to improve the effectiveness of public education.

Dr. Wayne Frazier has risen from soldier to teacher to Principal to School Board Trustee. This is the first of our two part conversation on what really is the problem with public education. We cover race relations, school choice, political correctness, and what we as a community could do to improve the effectiveness of public education. He also offers advice on what we should think about when deci...

The entire country has been horrified by the beating and subsequent death of Tyre Nichols, 29, of Memphis, TN. Host Janice Allen Jackson dissects the murder and offers solutions for where we can and should go from here. To contact Mrs. Jackson for consulting or speaking engagements, please see the Contact Us page: www. Janiceallenjackson.weebly.com Follow us on Social Media: Facebook: @LocalMatter...

John Milton of Jay's Place Barber Shop a day Barber Shop Talk Live joins us to talk about what he hears in the Shop about local government and the school system, including why people dont vote. This is the first in an occasional series where we talk to concerned citizens. To contact Mrs. Jackson for consulting or speaking engagements, please see the Contact Us page: www. Janiceallenjackson.weebly....

John Milton of Jay's Place Barber Shop a day Barber Shop Talk Live joins us to talk about what he hears in the Shop about local government and the school system, including why people dont vote. This is the first in an occasional series where we talk to concerned citizens. To contact Mrs. Jackson for consulting or speaking engagements, please see the Contact Us page: www. Janiceallenjackson.weebly....

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Dr. Patrick Dicks discusses industrialization, automation, and artificial intelligence based upon his doctoral research. He discusses who should be worried about increasing automation, how it benefits stockholders, and who likely won't be affected. To contact Mrs. Jackson for consulting or speaking engagements, please see the Contact Us page: www. Janiceallenjackson.weebly.com Follow us on Social...

Dr. Phillip A. Williams, retired microbiologist, shares a lifetime of reflections on what works in educating young people. He discusses some models which have worked, and the types of changes it will take to improve the quality of public education systems for current and future generations.

Dr. Phillip A. Williams, retired microbiologist, shares a lifetime of reflections on what works in educating young people. He discusses some models which have worked, and the types of changes it will take to improve the quality of public education systems for current and future generations.