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Circle Up Indy

All INdiana Podcast Networkwww.wishtv.com

Circle Up Indy, hosted by James Wilson, puts the spotlight on issues associated with socio-economic trauma that plague the circle city. As we explore the perpetual gray areas that exist in our community, from racial inequality to systemic racism, James brings to light the topics that are overlooked, stories that need to be told, and voices that have fallen silent. Join James on a mission to explore the gray areas that exist within our society as we build vigorous resolution by telling our stories, seeking key and practical answers, challenging funders and political leaders. This platform will bring together community leaders, friends, family, and neighbors to promote real progressive evolution within our city and state.  

Episodes

This Is Just The Beginning Part 3

It is essential and imperative that we in the black community understand and address the needed mental health issues in the black community. So in this episode, we will begin the conversation on why the black community is struggling with managing mental illness. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Jun 18, 202121 minEp. 11

This Is Just The Beginning Part 2

What is the Peace Festival (continued). It is essential to understand the root cause of why Circle Up Indy was built. It is and always will be the focus of the community. We are fighting for an ever-evolving society. Be a part of the evolving community at the 2021 Peace Festival. The foundation of Circle Up Indy is critical because it focuses on the people always at heart. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-in...

Jun 11, 202115 minEp. 10

This Is Just The Beginning Part 1

This Is Just The Beginning new series on the Circle Up Indy Podcast is the begging steps of healing, understanding, and address critical concerns in our community. We will be the official introducing our 2021 Circle Up Indy Annual Peace Festival/100 Year Fredrick Douglass Park Celebration in this episode. We will discuss how my journey from incarceration led to the growth and development of the Festival and why it means a great deal to the community and me. Stay turn as the conversation continue...

Jun 04, 202115 minEp. 9

Silent No More... Hear Me Speak! Part 6

Building Our Evolution: It is more than waiting on someone to come and save the day. It's about investing directly into one another and our community as a whole. Understanding that to tackle poverty, you have to invest in the people and stabilizing ideas. We can no longer wait for others to build a path for us. We must make a way one step at a time. No Time To Sleep…Time To Circle Up! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...

May 28, 202120 minEp. 8

Silent No More... Hear Me Speak! Part 5

Where Are All the Funds? In today's episode of Circle Up Indy, we dialogue about the economic development in the Black community and where all the funds are going. We also will be laying out our plan for philanthropy and affordable home development, introducing the 2021 Peace Festival, and more! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

May 21, 202126 minEp. 7

Silent No More... Hear Me Speak! Part 4

Our conversation today is more than just a simple change. We are focusing on evolving from every aspect especially funding in our community. Hear the voices of the community as we tackle critical concerns for community evolution. Today's conversation will be around funding for our community and the funds to meet the need of residents in our community. Today, our guest Amina Person Director of Martindale-Brightwood CDC, will discuss the housing crisis and need for housing development in our commu...

May 14, 202131 minEp. 6

Silent No More...Hear Me Speak! Part 3

On this week's episode of Circle Up Indy, we're continuing our series "Silent No More...Hear Me Speak!". In part 3, we'll discuss the Derek Chauvin conviction and grassroots efforts. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

May 07, 202130 min

Silent No More....Hear Me Speak! Part 2

On this week's episode of Circle Up Indy, we're continuing our series "Silent No More...Hear Me Speak!". In part 2, we'll discuss issues of cultural diversity, funding exclusion, and police-community interaction. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Apr 30, 202126 min

Silent No More....Hear Me Speak! Part 1

On Today's episode of Circle Up Indy: part one of a four part series, "Silent No More...Hear Me Speak!". Through this hard hitting series, we'll be discussing issues of racism, police reform, and systematic oppression. Our voices will be heard, we'll be aggressive, and we'll be strong. No time to sleep! Time to circle up! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Apr 23, 202120 min

Socio-Economic Trauma Continued

Why does Socio-Economic Trauma Exist In Our Community? This episode will give a deeper understanding of why perpetual issues from mental health, drugs, poverty, and lack of educational support exist! There is always a beginning to everything that exist. Let's discovery why on a deeper lens. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....

Apr 16, 202122 min

Who is James Wilson?

Born and raised in Indy, James Wilson talks about growing up and the challenges he faced as a young man. About family and friends, the best moments of growing up and facing the harsh reality of the real world at a young age. James reveals the bad choices that took him down the wrong path, but helped build a solid foundation for a more positive future. Today, James Wilson is on a mission to educate and inspire, drive a conversation for change, push to stop violence and build stronger communities ...

Apr 09, 202119 min

Introducing Circle Up Indy

Circle Up Indy, hosted by James Wilson, puts the spotlight on issues associated with socio-economic trauma that plague the circle city. As we explore the perpetual gray areas that exist in our community, from racial inequality to systemic racism, James brings to light the topics that are overlooked, stories that need to be told, and voices that have fallen silent. Join James on a mission to explore the gray areas that exist within our society as we build vigorous resolution by telling our storie...

Apr 08, 20211 min