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Oak City Move

WKNC 88.1 | NC State Student Radiooakcitymove.transistor.fm
A radio program and podcast from WKNC 88.1 FM HD-1/HD-2 celebrating those who enact positive changes in the Raleigh community.
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Episodes

Furnishing Futures: The Green Chair Project with Rae Marie Czuhai

In this episode of Oak City Move, we’re joined by Rae Marie Czuhai, CEO of The Green Chair Project, a Raleigh-based nonprofit that helps families in transition turn empty houses into comfortable, fully furnished homes. Rae Marie Czuhai walks us through the mission of the organization, how it promotes dignity and choice for clients, and the power of sustainable, community-driven support. She also shares moving stores of individuals and families whose lives have been transformed through The Green ...

Jun 30, 202523 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Breaking the Silence: How InterAct and NC State Women’s Center Support Survivors

On this episode of Oak City Move featuring Delaina Epps Avery, Associate Director of Interpersonal Violence Services at NC State's Women's Center, and Taylor Price and Shelby Klapec from Interact. They discuss their roles in supporting survivors of sexual and domestic violence. Delana highlights the growth in services and community support, particularly during COVID-19. Taylor and Shelby emphasize the importance of confidentiality and the need for continuous support. They also address misconcept...

Jun 16, 202537 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Oak City Move 42: Bassem Youssef

Sara interviews esteemed comedian Bassem Youssef and informs listeners on how they can vote on NC State’s campus. ★ Support this podcast ★

Oct 30, 201824 minSeason 1Ep. 46

Oak City Move 41: We Bleed Red

Sara chats with Mia Connell, the founder of We Bleed Red, a student-led initiative to increase access to menstrual care. The two discuss the changing goals of this movement and challenges it has faced so far. ★ Support this podcast ★

Sep 25, 201829 minSeason 1Ep. 41

Oak City Move 40: Nubian Message

Sara chats with the Editor in Chief of Nubian Message about how the university’s African American newspaper got its start and what their plans are for the future.

Sep 18, 201837 minSeason 1Ep. 40

Oak City Move 39: Pablo Campos

Sara and Jenaye sit down for their final show of the year, and for Jenaye’s last show before she transfers to UNCG, to play an interview with Pablo Campos about the Post Secret project happening nationwide.

Apr 24, 201831 minSeason 1Ep. 39

Oak City Move 38: Muslim Women For Interview

Sara and Jenaye plug a few local events coming up in Raleigh, then play an interview from a past episode in which they speak with the group Muslim Women For.

Apr 10, 201850 minSeason 1Ep. 38

Oak City Move 37: March for Our Lives

Sara and Jenaye have a discussion about recent political topics such as gun violence in the US and the response to it, March for Our Lives.

Apr 06, 201815 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Oak City Move 36: Aashna

Sara and Jenaye speak with Aashna, a youth board member of Women NC.

Mar 30, 201836 minSeason 1Ep. 36

Oak City Move 35: The Muslims

Sara and Jenaye sit down with The Muslims, an "all-queer, black and brown punk band" from Durham.

Mar 22, 201850 minSeason 1Ep. 35

Oak City Move 34: FarmHer

Sara and Jenaye sit down with Lexi from FarmHer, an organization that aims to promote and empower women in agriculture.

Mar 01, 201834 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Oak City Move 32: Diaspoura

Sara interviews Diaspoura, an incredible artist exploring social issues over soothing experimental instrumentals! Be sure to buy your tickets to Double Barrel Benefit 15 so you can catch Diaspoura live on Night 1: https://wknc.org/dbb15

Feb 01, 201821 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Oak City Move 30: El Pueblo

Sara and Jenaye sit down with El Pueblo, a group advocating for social justice and the empowerment of the Latinx community.

Jan 11, 201832 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Oak City Move 29: Oaks & Spokes

Sara and Jenaye talk to Oaks and Spokes, an organization that supports the growing cycling community in Raleigh. ★ Support this podcast ★

Jan 04, 201835 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Oak City Move 28: Saving Space Showcase

Sara and Jenaye speak to Saving Space Showcase, a music initiative that highlights minority artists and benefits charities. This episode also features an interview with NC State Student Body President Jackie Gonzalez and Vice President Mia Connell.

Dec 08, 201752 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Oak City Move 26: Groove in the Garden and Girls Rock NC

Sara, Jenaye, and Phian chat with Adam and Charles (from The Pour House and Raleigh Little Theatre respectively)who have teamed up to put on Groove in the Garden, a day of local music and family fun held in Raleigh Little Threatre's rose garden! They also catch up with Mary Alta of Girls Rock NC, an amazing group which Groove in the Garden will benefit this year, as well as with Groove in the Garden performers Kate Rhudy and Marc Kuzio of Ghhost Bllonde.

Nov 20, 20171 hrSeason 1Ep. 26

Oak City Move 24: The Conjure and Journeymen

Phian and Jenaye speak with Gemynii, founder of The Conjure, a dance party for black and brown femmes, and Journeymen, an organization that teaches emotional literacy to young boys.

Nov 01, 201743 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Oak City Move 23: Joumana Medlej

Sara interviews Joumana Medlej, a London-based artist who uses creates abstract pieces using kufic-style Arabic calligraphy.

Oct 17, 201719 minSeason 1Ep. 23

Oak City Move 22: Medic

Phian interviews Andy Taylor of Medic, a nonprofit organization that pairs students and professionals to help fund/realize new biomedical innovations!

Oct 12, 201734 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Oak City Move 21: XOXOK and sl0wgl0w

Sara talks songwriting, finding inspiration, and future plans with local musicians Keenan of XOXOK and Max of sl0wgl0w. Stay tuned to hear a great track from each band!

Oct 10, 201735 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Oak City Move 19 pt. 2: Technician

Sara and Jenaye sit down with Johnathan and Connor from Technician, NC State's student newspaper. Topics range from the life of a student journalist in 2017, balancing digital and print media, and their favorite moments from working at the paper.

Sep 07, 201729 minSeason 1Ep. 19
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