At-homish

Let's continue creating spaces where everyone belongs as we talk about expanding comfort zones, struggles of addiction, and finding community. Our guests are not ashamed of their stories and they tell them to help you feel At-homish.

Meron Bible, of the #GhettoFoodNetwork, joins the At-homish podcast to talk about how Snohomish has created a place of belonging for him and the Mental Wellness Summit on September 21st from 1-7pm in the Snohomish Carnegie. Go deep with Wil and Meron as they share how their voices have shaped who they are now.

J.Marie (www.jmarie.associates) joins Wil to talk about how inequities we experience everyday have a long rooted history, whether it is common sayings to the lack of opportunities presented to certain people in previous generations. These still create inequities in the world. Join the conversation on how learning and talking about difficult topics builds a foundation for belonging.  

Sarah Dylan Jensen, The Market Maven, joins Wil on the At-homish podcast and covers the difficult discussions in our lives. Whether it is how people are treated at farmers markets to how the current political environment leads to difficult decisions and discussions that need to happen for things to change. 

Have you noticed any themes up to this point in the season?

John Lovick joins Wil to talk about how equity and inclusion is the heart of his service to the community. During the podcast, learn how treatment from his representatives led to John having a lasting career of service where inclusion and seeing everyone is his guiding value. The connection between giving back and feeling like everyone matters is discussed as the key to creating spaces where people belong. 

Join Wil as he talks about the books that influence his approach on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Sometimes the most unexpected titles lend themselves to learning the most about how to practice equity in our everyday lives, such as "The Art of War" by Sun Tzu. Listen along to find our "The Art of War", "The 4 Disciplines of Execution", and "The Four Pivots" can be the foundation for equity and inclusion in your communities.

Recommended Reading:
"The Art of War" by Sun Tzu
"The 4 Disciplines of Execution: Achieving Your Wildly Important Goals" by Chris McChesney, Jim Huling, and Sean Covey
"The Four Pivots: Reimagining Justice, Reimagining Ourselves" by Shawn A. Ginwright PhD

Bill and Erin Webster, Snohomish treasurers, join Wil to discuss how hard situations can lead to energy to make a difference in your community, which they know a thing or two about building up a community through their work with Kla Ha Ya Days, the Snohomish Food Bank, Fall into Snohomish, the Snohomish Shuttle, and countless other organizations. Buckle up for the story of how spreading the joy is part of the personal healing process and what makes Snohomish the best community to be a part of. 

The Mayor of Snohomish, Linda Redmon, joins Wil for a discussion on the importance of perspective in making spaces where we belong. Learn about the challenges facing Linda and the city in balancing equity in the community while honoring the tradition of Snohomish. The change starts with individuals acting to make the difference.

Book recommendation:

"I Never Thought of It That Way: How to Have Fearlessly Curious Conversations in Dangerously Divided Times" by Mónica Guzmán

State Senator, Marko Liias, joins Wil to talk about how we can make space at the table to create inclusive environments for all that are ready to join. Nothing is off the table in this conversation, from the challenges facing policy makers, to growing up in a Finnish family. Come to the At-homish table to learn how to create spaces of belonging. 

Susanna Johnson, Snohomish County Sheriff, joins Wil to talk about her experience in law enforcement and the changes happening at the Snohomish County Sheriff's Office. The conversation centers on how police officers help build places of belonging in the community from Resource Officers at schools to adopting more inclusive approaches to people in crisis. Wil's friend Joy also takes over the host chair for Women's history month.