The City Club of Cleveland Podcast

In June, The George Gund Foundation released What We Believe, articulating the Foundation's top priorities. Catherine Gund, the daughter of American philanthropist Agnes Gund and the granddaughter of George Gund II, is the current President of the Foundation. She is an Emmy-nominated producer, director, writer, and activist, and the Founder and Director of Aubin Pictures. Join us at the City Club...

An unprecedented global pandemic that knows no borders has brought into sharp focus the intersection of U.S. immigration and public health policy, and the unique challenges that immigrants and refugees face in the United States today. Join us as we discuss the issues facing Ohio\'s immigrants in 2020, and what lies ahead.

When the pandemic reached the United States earlier this year, independent entertainment venues were among the first to close to prevent the spread of the disease. They will also likely be the last to re-open. In response, two U.S. senators have introduced the bipartisan Save Our Stages Act, which would support independent live music venues. But is it enough? Join us at the City Club as Kyle Kidd,...

How are downtown leaders grappling with the impact of COVID-19 and demands for greater equity and inclusion? What does the future hold for office work urban living, and events? What are city building leaders in Downtown Cleveland and around the world doing to plan for a more equitable and inclusive post-COVID-19 future? The panel will share insights, best practices, and address the challenges face...

Northeast Ohio native and bestselling cartoonist Derf Backderf was 10 years old when the Kent State shooting occurred. In his latest graphic novel, Kent State: Four Dead In Ohio, he shows how the dramatic events of that day unfolded by piecing together the lives and backgrounds of those who died.

Local news is a vital component of a healthy community; they promote civic engagement, hold elected officials accountable, boost local economies, and foster community. Yet, more than 65 million Americans live in counties with only one local newspaper

University leaders have grappled for months with questions around how and when to re-open and how to secure the safety of students, faculty, and staff while also providing a quality education. Harlan M. Sands, President of Cleveland State University (CSU) shares the extensive planning process CSU has undertaken to ensure a safe return to campus utilizing a hybrid, data driven approach.

In his new book, \"The Madman Theory: Trump Takes on the World\", Jim Sciutto provides a sweeping assessment of Donald Trump's presidency when it comes to foreign policy. He highlights how President Trump's often unpredictable behavior have unnerved enemies and allies alike. According to Sciutto, this volatility has led advisers to hesitate in giving the President military options because they fea...

This summer, after nationwide protests and demonstrations over the deaths of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor and Ahmaud Arbery, several major and minor league sports teams, all who utilize Native American mascots, imagery, and stereotypes, announced their intention to change their names and logos. A panel explains the broader conversation that's occurring at this moment over modern Indigenous represe...

The documentary film REPRESENT, which had its world premeire at CIFFStreams, follows three first-time female candidates as they run for office and work to improve their community through public service. The film is being screened in select cities, including Cleveland, to coincide with the 100th anniversary of the ratification of the19th Amendment. Cleveland Cinemas will be offering the film for vi...

In late July, three of Ohio's largest urban school districts

Zack Reed currently serves as a statewide minority affairs coordinator under Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose, and focuses on building bridges with minority voters and business groups across the state. Before this, Reed was a member of Cleveland City Council, representing Ward 2, which includes Mt. Pleasant, Union-Miles and Mill Creek Falls neighborhoods. He was first elected to the council in...

After the death of George Floyd, coaches and athletes across American sports released statements on racism. The Cavaliers, one of only two NBA teams with both a Black head coach and general manager, have a long-standing appreciation for diversity. Join us at the City Club with Cavs General Manager Koby Altman, Head Coach J.B. Bickerstaff and Cavs Vice President Diversity, Inclusion & Community Eng...

In late 2019, Cuyahoga County Council passed legislation creating the formation of the Citizen's Advisory Council on Equity. The 15-member Council is tasked, in part, with reviewing and providing recommendations to reduce the disparity between Black and white residents across the county when it comes to healthcare, criminal justice, safe and affordable housing, and educational opportunities

A first generation American of Mexican and Croatian descent and a native of Cleveland, Ohio, Ambassador Capricia Penavic Marshall has spent two decades laying the groundwork for successful diplomacy between heads of state around the world. Now, as the world grapples with the coronavirus pandemic, it\'s apparent that international cooperation and successful diplomacy are more critical than ever. Ho...

The idea of defunding America\'s police departments started out as quiet murmur after the Ferguson police department investigation in 2014, and has recently been elevated to a shout. Christy Lopez, Professor at Georgetown Law Center, directly led the team that investigated the Ferguson Police Department and was a primary drafter of the Ferguson Report and negotiator of the Ferguson consent decree....

Quartez Harris is the author of the debut full-length poetry collection We Made It To School Alive, published by Twelve Arts Press. The collection eloquently centers the humanity of students of color while revealing how they establish self-worth and optimism in spite of a backdrop of structural barriers. A young poet from Twelve Literary Arts will read from We Made It To School Alive, followed by...

As the nation continues its discussion of racism and policing, trans people are seven times more likely to experience physical violence when interacting with the police, and nearly half of all Black transgender people have been incarcerated. As we end Pride Month, how does this recent Supreme Court ruling intersect with the racial justice movement sweeping our nation and world? What impact will it...

The World Health Assembly has designated 2020 the International Year of the Nurse and the Midwife in celebration of the 200th birthday of Florence Nightingale. Dr. May Wykle is one of the nation's most distinguished nursing leaders, as well as an internationally recognized expert in geriatric and mental health nursing. She is also the first African American woman in nursing at major research unive...

Erika D. Smith is a columnist for the Los Angeles Times writing about the diversity of people and places across California. Jamil Smith is a Senior Writer at Rolling Stone, where he covers national affairs and culture. In addition to being writers, the two have one other commonality - both were born and raised in Cleveland.\r\n\r\nAfter the killing of George Floyd at the hands of police, both jour...

Black Americans have spent centuries working to convince others of their humanity and right to live. And yet, these last few weeks have taken a particularly devastating toll on the Black community. Deaths from COVID-19, a disease that has disproportionately killed people of color because of chronic inequalities in our healthcare and economic systems, surpassed 100,000. Breonna Taylor and George Fl...

Launched in 2018, The Bail Project is on a mission to combat mass incarceration. By using a National Revolving Bail Fund, its community-based teams work with local partners to bring free bail assistance to thousands of people each year, reducing the human suffering caused by unaffordable cash bail, restoring the presumption of innocence, and building on the work of grassroots movements for decarce...

Councilman Basheer Jones was elected to represent Ward 7 in November 2017, becoming the city's first Muslim council representative. He represents an area which includes the historic Hough district, as well as the St. Clair-Superior, Midtown, and AsiaTown neighborhoods. During his tenure, Councilman Jones led the charge for Cleveland to recognize Indigenous People's Day and called for reforms at th...