Small Business, Big Impact: Supporting Local Entrepreneurs
Release Date: 02/17/2025
Community Redefined: Birmingham's Unhoused
Magic City Spotlight podcast
In this episode, we take a closer look at the realities facing Birmingham’s unhoused population. Through personal stories, expert voices, and community perspectives, we explore the challenges, misconceptions, and efforts reshaping how we define community, care, and belonging. Tune in for a powerful conversation on humanity, housing, and hope.
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Next Generation Leadership: Youth Empowerment
Magic City Spotlight podcast
In 2025, Birmingham’s commitment to empowering its young people will take on new urgency. This episode highlights how the city is enhancing programs for youth leadership, including new mentorship and career development initiatives. With the mayor’s insight, we’ll explore plans for ensuring that Birmingham’s youth are prepared to shape the city’s future, from educational opportunities to community involvement programs.
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Birmingham’s Tech Boom: Preparing for the Future
Magic City Spotlight podcast
This episode will focus on Birmingham’s emerging role as a tech hub. With 2025 marking new strides in tech innovation, we’ll dive into how the city is fostering startups, attracting tech talent, and developing initiatives to boost the digital economy. The mayor will discuss Birmingham’s plans for growing its tech industry, creating jobs, and preparing residents for the tech-driven future.
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Small Business, Big Impact: Supporting Local Entrepreneurs
Magic City Spotlight podcast
This episode focuses on the vibrant small business community in Birmingham. We’ll showcase success stories, discuss the city’s efforts to support local entrepreneurs and provide resources for residents looking to start their own businesses. The mayor will share insights on economic development and how Birmingham’s growth is fueled by the creativity and resilience of its small business owners.
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Building Tomorrow: Revitalizing Birmingham’s Neighborhoods
Magic City Spotlight podcast
Neighborhood revitalization is a top priority for Mayor Woodfin's administration. Hear how his team is bringing new life to neighborhoods from the residents who live there.
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State of the Community
Magic City Spotlight podcast
Join Mayor Woodfin and Superintendent Dr. Mark Sullivan as they discuss the State of the Community.
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A New Era for Public Safety
Magic City Spotlight podcast
Public safety remains a top priority for Birmingham. This episode will feature discussions on the latest public safety reforms, new initiatives to foster trust between law enforcement and the community, and the steps being taken to reduce crime while addressing the root causes of violence. The mayor will also discuss how the city is using data and technology to improve public safety outcomes, hiring and retaining public safety individuals.
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Small Business
Magic City Spotlight podcast
The City of Birmingham's RISE Program, which stands for Retention Incentives for Success and Expansion, establishes two funds with the purpose of providing resources for area businesses.
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Page Pals: A Community Response to Literacy
Magic City Spotlight podcast
We highlight the powerful collaboration between the City of Birmingham, Birmingham City Schools, and our vibrant community, united by a common mission: enhancing student reading proficiency.
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Financial Literacy
Magic City Spotlight podcast
A candid conversation and discover valuable insights as we discuss financial strategies within our city while providing practical advice on wealth building.
info_outlineThis episode focuses on the vibrant small business community in Birmingham. We’ll showcase success stories, discuss the city’s efforts to support local entrepreneurs and provide resources for residents looking to start their own businesses. The mayor will share insights on economic development and how Birmingham’s growth is fueled by the creativity and resilience of its small business owners.