The Streets Are Planning

In this episode, Jermaine is joined by Jasmine Jones-Bynes of 4 Degrees to the Streets podcast, along with Dayna Cole and Nina Idemudia of Queen Tone podcast to explore how planners can navigate the work and the intergenerational experiences that can divide or bring together Black Urban Planners. Listen in as great conversation is had around the benefits and areas for opportunity when it comes to bridging the experiences and vision across generations.—--This episode is the first of a 3-part special podcast collaboration series bringing together three platforms that explore culture, community, and the future of our cities while centering voices of the marginalized.This collaboration series leads up to the A Planner with a Purpose’s activation weekend in Detroit, where planners, creatives, and community leaders will come together to explore how planning, culture, and community storytelling intersect, taking place during the National Planning Conference for the American Planning Association. A Planner with a Purpose is a curated set of experiences designed to support planners and civic leaders navigating an increasingly complex and demanding moment. Grounded in care, clarity, and collective power, the event creates space for honest conversation, practical tools, and connection beyond traditional professional programming. Be sure to join us starting on Thursday, April 23 in Detroit, Michigan. For more information on the weekend, follow @aplannerwithapurpose on Tiktok and IG.The series is a collaboration between The Streets Are Planning Podcast in part 1, Queen Tone for part 2, & Four Degrees to the Streets closing out part 3. The Streets are Planning Podcast is hosted by Jermaine Ruffin, be sure to follow @thestreetsareplanning on IG.Queen Tone is hosted by Dayna Cole and Nina Idemudia. Be sure to follow them @queentonepod . Four Degrees to the Streets is hosted by Jasmine Jones-Bynes. Check her out @the4degreespod on IG, YouTube, and Substack. This podcast collaboration series is produced and edited by Dayna Cole of Daynerco LLC, audio consultancy.Thank you for listening, and we look forward to continuing the conversation across all three podcasts!

We're BAAAAAAACCCCCKKKK!!!The Streets are Planning Podcast is back with our 1st Episode of 2023!!! We are looking forward to new guests, fresh topics and of course, providing the streets with the insights they've been missing since we've been gone. Anytime, Anywhere, Anyplace...The Streets are Planning!

Sherelle StreeterSpin Streets

SPIN Streets & Mobility WebsiteIG: @ridespinTwitter: @ridespinLakeshia Wright, AICPRide Wit Me- Nelly & City Spud

AZ-I'm Back The Streets Are Planning WebsiteIG: thestreetsareplanningTwitter: @streetsplanning

Frank Romo LinkedInTwitter: https://twitter.com/romo_GISIG: https://www.instagram.com/frank_romo_RomoGIS: For Business Inquiries and ProjectsPriority MapsMapping the Black Lives Matter Movement: www.blm-map.comRace & Policing: Fatal Encounters with Police 2015-2020: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/f5318cabf50d4abb9bdb112e666c1e2aSecondary MapsRace & Policing: Data Comparison 2015-2020 - https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/88652e40457d4b0a9a77d4c957944706Race & Policing PDF or ISSUU link

Allen PennimanIG: @al.isaakTwitter: @justpenniesEast Warren Planning StudyRedressing Racist Policies to Implement Equity-driven  Revitalization

In Today's Season 2 Finale Episode, our Host J. Ruffin interviews Detroit Native Nina Idemudia,AICP  & Assistant Commissioner with the City of Chicago's Planning & Development Department. We talk about her Career and discuss housing issues.Inspired by the Judas & Black Messiah Soundtrack song "Something Ain't Right" by Masego, J.I.D and Rapsody.Nina Idemudia, AICPIG: @aplannerwithapurpose "Something Ain't Right" by Masego, JID & Rapsody 

In Today's NWA "Express Yourself" inspired Episode, our Host J. Ruffin connects with Los Angeles based Urban Planner Jonathan Pacheco Bell. We discuss his Embedded Planning praxis, his Career arc, recent article and his newly launched solo/freelance venture C1TYPLANN3R Company! This is an Episode that you don't want to miss!!Jonathan Pacheco BellEmbedded Planning Returns to ELARATwitter: C1tyPlann3rIG: C1tyPlann3rExpress Yourself- NWA

New Episode dropping today with our guest Alondra Alvizo! Alondra is a Community and Economic Development Leader in SW Detroit. She shares her insights on Environmental and Food justice issues with our Host J. Ruffin. You don't want to miss this Dej Loaf and Gunna "No Ceilings" Inspired Episode!Alondra AlvizoAlondra @ MSU ExtensionDej Loaf ft. Gunna "No Ceilings"

Today's episode features Gordon Linton,MPA - Planner I for Stockbridge, GA! We talk his introduction to Planning, Zoning and oh yeah Black Panther. You don't want to miss this "All The Stars"-Kendrick Lamar & SZA inspired episode. Gordon LintonIG: @mrfloridaboy30 

Our Host J. Ruffin sat down for an Environmental Justice Conversation with Jeremy Orr, Senior Staff Attorney with The National Resources Defense Council and Gabriel Jones Environmental Justice Consultant. Jeremy OrrGabriel Jones

On Today's Nipsey Hussle "Down as a Great" inspired Episode, our Host J. Ruffin connects with Urban Planner/Urban Designer Desiree "Dee" Powell. We discuss her introduction to Urban Planning, Black Planners & Allies zoom calls, Blckspces.com, being grounded in community and why Urban Planners should get shoe endorsements!Desiree D. Powell LinkedInBLCKSPCESIG: @thedee_p

Our Host J. Ruffin connects with Mick Dumke a Reporter/Columnist with ProPublica Illinois/Midwest. The discussion centers around Mick's article "How a Chicago Political Hangout Went From Bustling to Boarded Up-Even After the City Promised Help". This is a follow-up to our previous Episode with Tony Briscoe on the East Garfield Park neighborhood in Chicago.ProPublica Illinois Discussed [email protected]://twitter.com/mickeyd1971

In Today's Pharrell Williams "Freedom" Inspired Episode our Host J. Ruffin connects with Chase Cantrell. Chase is the Executive Director of Building Community Value to discuss his organizations role assisting Detroiters with gaining real estate development knowledge to improve their neighborhood and build wealth.Chase CantrellBuilding Community ValueFREEDOM- Pharrell Williams

On today's episode our Host J. Ruffin sits down with Urban Planner Gisla Augustin aka Gigi the Planner! Gigi gives valuable insight into her path to becoming an Urban Planner and we get to hear more about her brand building. Episode is inspired by "Shining" ~ DJ Khaled ft. Beyonce & Jay-ZAbout Gisla AugustinStandards and Procedures for Black PlannersGigi Workshops & Merch

Alex RamirezLA MásCholula, MX 

Authentically DetroitEastside Community NetworkDonna GivensOrlando Bailey @ Bridge Detroit 

Tony Briscoe LinkedInTony @ ProPublica: [email protected] Tony @_tonybriscoeDisinvested (ProPublica Illinois)East Garfield ParkChi City: Common 

Glenn Wilson LinkedInCommunities First Inc.Communities First Youtube ChannelI Can- Nas God's Son AlbumU.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 

Resources: Kay Cheng: @hikaychenghttps://www.kay-cheng.com/new-page-1Join Spin: https://www.spin.app/Spin resources for Communities: https://www.spin.app/programs Episode inspired by Slide from  Sada Baby's -Skuba  Sada 2 Album.https://youtu.be/tQUYo4UCYS0

Politico Article: FDT- YG & Nipsey Hussle Video (I do not own the rights to the above song)Instagram Follow: @gigitheplanner@embeddedplanning@equitymatterspodcastWalking the Racial Equity Walk 

I have resisted talking about my personal and professional anxiety during these turbulent times because my internal voice always told me the timing was not right. I convinced myself that I would be looked at as a pariah, if I did not take the time to think out properly every syllable of what I wanted to communicate to you.

Heart of the City Jay-Z, Producer Kanye WestProperty Rights for Song belong to 2007, Rocafella Records, LLC

Welcome to the Tupac Inspired Picture Me Rollin Episode where our host J. Ruffin discusses Smart Mobility with Justin Snowden. PIcture Me RollingLime ScootersBird ScootersBoaz BikesMoGo Bike Access Pass

This is a Young Jeezy inspired Episode where our host J. Ruffin gives a few insights on things to think about when you consider Urban Planning and mentorship. https://www.planetizen.com/topschoolsSeen it All- Young Jeezy ft. Jay-Z

My Way Home is inspired by the Common interlude of the same name from Kanye West's Late Registration Album. Our host J. Ruffin rides solo on this joint! What is Affordable Housing, what tools exist, why is there a crisis and what can we do is all explored in this episode. 

In this Outkast inspired Freestyle Episode, our Host J. Ruffin discusses why it's important to tell our stories of community, research and best practices in communities of color.Da Art of Storytelling  

Episode Inspiration: Jay Rock-Win

Freestyle Episode Inspired by Jay-Z's song Family Feud from the 4:44 album that is addressing the Colin Kaepernick and Jay-Z friction. To quote Hov.....NOBODY wins when the Family Feuds. Family Feud Video Make sure you check out the video for Family Feud, just click the link.

Laila's Wisdom

This Episode highlights D'Marco Ansari who keeps it 100% real on his first trip outside of Detroit and his reflection his first international experience in Europe.

J. Cole Neighbors Video Click Me HEAVY by Kiese Laymon Click to learn more America Ferrera TED Talk Click to Listen

Black Boy Fly Video

One Mic- Nas Song inspiration for this freestyle episode.

This Episode is inspired by Dom Kennedy's "Pleeze" which features the late great Nipsey Hussle. Pleeze-Dom Kennedy ft. Nipsey

Hard Knock Life Video

Where I'm From - Jay-Z I do not own the above content Facebook: Streets Are Planning IG Handle: TheStreetsArePlanning Twitter: streetsareplanning