Voices of the American Dream: The Immigrant Experience with Diana Hoyos Lopez and Magda DeSantis (Encore Episode)
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Release Date: 07/02/2024
The Price of a Paycheck: What is Money?
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Money doesn't have to be stressful! Kerri Smith and Michael Gates of Self-Help Credit Union share eye-opening insights on what money really is and provide practical tips to take control of your finances. Learn how to build savings, reduce money anxiety, and use your hard-earned cash as a tool to improve your life. Links: Self-Help Credit Union: SC 211: Greenville Human Relations Commission: _ Produced by Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of .
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Downtown Revitalization: A Collaborative Process
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Downtown revitalization requires a balanced, multi-stakeholder approach to be successful, as evidenced by the thriving downtowns across Greenville County. Today we interview Craig Scharton, an experienced downtown and community revitalization professional, who shares the key elements of the Main Street revitalization framework, roles of different community partners, and examples of downtown renewal done right in South Carolina and beyond. Links: _ Produced by Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of .
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Voter Turnout in the 2024 General Election within Greenville County
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Dive into Greenville County's 2024 election results! Learn which precincts had the highest (and lowest) turnout, the surge in early voting, and how to explore detailed precinct-level data yourself. Plus, a look ahead at what's next for the podcast. Links: _ Produced by Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of .
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First Time Voters on Election Day
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In this episode, we sit down with Juan Castrejon and Hanaa Khan, two Greenville County residents preparing to vote in their first presidential election. They share valuable insights on the importance of civic engagement for young people, the barriers that keep their peers from the polls, and the role schools can play in building a stronger democracy. Links: Interview on "The Great Retention" podcast: _ Produced by Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of .
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District 28 - Meet your Candidates for South Carolina House of Representatives
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Meet Democrat J Fritz Weibel, South Carolina House of Representatives District 28 candidate in the November general election. ALso running is Republican Chris Huff who declined to participate. District 28 covers Conestee and most of Southern Greenville County with the exception of the lowermost southwest corner. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to introduce themselves to the voters. Your vote is so important! Please take a listen and share with your neighbors. Links: J Fritz Weibel: Sample Ballot: _ Produced by Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of . ...
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District 20 - Meet your Candidates for South Carolina House of Representatives
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Meet Democrat Stephen Dreyfus and Republican Stephen Frank, South Carolina House of Representatives District 20 candidate in the November general election. District 20 generally covers the Taylors area, straddling highway 29 between the cities of Greenville, Greer, and Travelers Rest. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to introduce themselves to the voters. Your vote is so important! Please take a listen and share with your neighbors. Links: Stephen Dreyfus: Stephen Frank: Sample Ballot: _ Produced by Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of .
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Area 27 - Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees
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Meet Sarah Dulin and Missey Marsh, Area 27 candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees in the November general election. Area 27 is in the Golden Strip and includes Five Forks, East Georgia Road, Lee Vaughn Road, and Scuffletown Road, with nearly half of it spreading into Laurens County. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to introduce themselves to the voters. Your vote is so important! Please take a listen and share with your neighbors. Links: Sarah Dulin: None provided Missey Marsh: Sample Ballot: _ Produced by Simple Civics: Greenville County is a...
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Area 25 - Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees
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Meet Greg Cantrell, Michelle Goodwin-Calwile, and Jack Logan, Area 25 candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees in the November general election. Area 25 generally covers the area along Augusta Road including part of Chanticleer, Pleasant Valley, Belle Meade, and Mount Pleasant. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to introduce themselves to the voters. Your vote is so important! Please take a listen and share with your neighbors. Links: Greg Cantrell: Michelle Goodwin-Calwile: Jack Logan: Sample Ballot: _ Produced by Simple Civics: Greenville County...
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Area 21 - Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees
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Meet Angie Mosley and Steve Whaley, Area 21 candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees in the November general election. Area 21 is on Greenville County’s Eastside and includes Boiling Springs Road, Thornblade, the Hartness community, and the Kingsbridge and Kilgore Plantation area. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to introduce themselves to the voters. Your vote is so important! Please take a listen and share with your neighbors. Links: Angie Mosley: Steve Whaley: Sample Ballot: _ Produced by Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project of .
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Area 19 - Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees
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Meet Scott Cline, Robert Hamilton, Dan Healy, and Amanda Stone, Area 19 candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees in the November general election. Area 19 generally covers Northwestern Greenville County to the state line, Travelers Rest, and Berea. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to introduce themselves to the voters. Your vote is so important! Please take a listen and share with your neighbors. Links: Scott Cline: Robert Hamilton: Dan Healy: None provided Amanda Stone: Sample Ballot: _ Produced by Simple Civics: Greenville County is a project...
info_outlineIn this Independence Day special, we hear from Diana Hoyos Lopez and Magda DeSantis, two immigrants whose personal stories embody the hope, struggle, and triumph of the American Dream. Diana's journey from an undocumented Mexican immigrant to a healthcare professional highlights the formidable barriers faced by students in similar circumstances. Her success, made possible by her drive and determination along with community support, DACA, and scholarship programs, is an inspiring testament to perseverance and ambition. Magda's escape from communist Romania to become a dental lab technician in the U.S. shows the relentless pursuit of freedom and opportunity, underscoring the essence of the immigrant spirit.
This episode offers a peek into the intricacies of the immigration process, the importance of community and education for immigrant success, and the varied interpretations of the American Dream.
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