Seattle Medium Rhythm & News Podcast

Rainier Beach's Adopt-a-Senior Program

Rhythm & News interview with Teri Redmond-Ward about a community driven adopt-a-senior programming for the Rainier Beach High School Class of 2020 and a GuFundMe fundraiser to help buy laptops and giftcards for food as they get ready to head to college next fall. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

Principal Ted Howard Leaving Garfield For Tukwila Public Schools

Rhythm & News interview with outgoing Garfield High School Principal Ted Howard II about his tenure at Garfield, his career, education in today's environment and his new position as Chief Academic Officer (CAO) at the Tukwila School District. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

SEATTLE PUBLIC SCHOOLS NEW FAMILY TECH ASSISTANCE CENTER

Rhythm & News interview with Dr. Mia Williams, Director of Seattle Public Schools' Department of African American Male Achievement, about the district's new family tech assistance center and other resources available to help students navigate online learning during the COVID-19 crisis. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

The Survial Of Black Businesses During The COVID-19 Pandemic

Rhythm & News interview with Henry Yates, publicity chair for Tabor 100, about the plight of Black Businesses over the course of the COVID-19 crisis, and what we can do as a community to help ensure their survival. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

Including People of Color In Environmental Policies

Rhythm & News interview with NNPA President and CEO Dr. Ben Chavis about environemental policies in the U.S. and how they can negatively impact low-income and people of color. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

NAACP Formally Removes Former President

Rhythm & News interview with Carolyn Riley-Payne, president of the Seattle/King County NAACP, about the formal removal of former NAACP President Sadiqa Sakin by the National NAACP from office and the suspension of her membership for five years, and the current work of the Seattle King County branch. Interiview by Chris B. Bennett.

Understanding The Census

Rhythm & News interview with Maya Manus with the Urban League of Metropolitan Seattle about the importance of participating in the 2020 Census and how it affects the daily lives of all people. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

The Politics Of The COVID-19 Crisis

Rhythm & News interview with NNPA Senior National Correspondent Stacy Brown about the politics surrounding the management of the COVID-19 crisis in America. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

COVID-19 Stimulus Checks

Rhythm & News interview with Charlene Crowell with the Center for Responsible Lending about the COVID-19 Stimulus Checks, who is eligible to receive them and when. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

COVID-19 Testing For Seniors

Rhythm & News interview with Dian Fergson, Executive Director of the Central Area Senior Center, about their upcoming testing event for COVID-19. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.