Nourishing Communities through Food, Health & Advocacy

In this episode of Our Voices Today, host Stephanie “DJ Black Unicorn” Crowder explores community-driven health and wellness solutions with three powerful changemakers making a difference on the ground in Cleveland. Jerrod Amir Shakir of Bike Cleveland discusses how safe, accessible biking can transform neighborhoods and public health. Linea Webb, REACH Program Manager, shares how the initiative is tackling disparities through community-based wellness. And Teela Patterson, food educator with the Produce Prescription and Coupon Program, breaks down how access to fresh fruits and vegetables can be a life-changing intervention. From movement to meals, this conversation dives into how these programs are reshaping what health looks like in our city.