Episode 105: Black Vote Rising

Hosts Kacee Ochalek and Ashlie Benson sit down with Melody McCurtis, Deputy Director of Priorities/Organizer, Metcalfe Park Community Bridges, and Miela Fetaw the Co-director of the short documentary Black Vote Rising. They discuss was inspired the documentary, the importance of voter engagement, and the work of Melcafe Park Community Bridges. To learn more, visit: Metcalfe Park Community Bridges Black Vote Rising Documentary Action Steps:Melody’s action steps include: VoteStop Asian HateDonate time, energy, or money to Metcalfe Park Community Bridges, or similar organizationsFollow Metcalfe Park on social media Miela’s action steps include: Vote and encourage others to voteDonate to organizations like Metcalfe Park Community Bridges Bridge the City When you’re taking action in your community, share with us! Use #bridgethecity or tag us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn.We humbly ask you to consider joining our Patreon so we can continue creating episodes and events that encourage community engagement and open dialogue.For timely content and interviews focused on what’s happening now in our city, tune in to our show on Riverwest Radio (104.1 FM) at 5:30 every other Wednesday, or listen online.Music by Casey Masters.