Conversations and Connections

In this episode of our podcast, Stuart talks with DaVina Morris, the Regional Director of BCFS Health and Human Services.  DaVina talks about the vast array of services that are available to East Texans from BCFS!

June is Pride Month and in this episode Stuart talks to Oscar Ruiz, one of the organizers of Lufkin Pride.  Oscar talks about what it's like organizing a group like Lufkin Pride in Deep East Texas, and why he believes it's important for even rural areas to have organizations like this.

In this episode, Stuart talks with Darla Daigle with Buckner International about all the services that organization is involved with when it comes to kids in the foster care system.  

It's that time of the year once again!  The East Texas Blueberry Festival is taking place June 8th, and that means it's almost time for the Blueberry Cupcake Battle!  In this episode, Stuart talks with agency Marketing and Communications Coordinator Angela Turner about all you need to know concerning this annual baking event!

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.  In this episode, Stuart talks with Emma Skinner, a Sexual Assault Client Services Advocate for the agency about why it's important to recognize this month.

Stuart once again talks with ADAC's Melissa Russell about the upcoming Veteran's Stand Down event taking place in Nacogdoches on April 20th.  This will be an event geared to ALL veterans, but especially the homeless.

Stuart talks with LISD licensed social worker Tonja Akridge about the issue of teen dating violence and what she sees in teens today.

In this episode, Stuart talks with Justin Holland, a recovery coach with the Alcohol and Drug Addiction Council's Recovery Support Services Program.  Justin describes how the RSS program works to help those who are recovering from drug and alcohol addiction.

Many Texas universities have their own police departments to help keep students, faculty, and visitors safe.  In this episode, Stuart talks with Lt. Amanda Kennedy with UPD about the services they provide to protect students and to educate them on campus safety, including sexual assault awareness programs.

In this episode, Stuart talks with Drew Crecente,  the founder of Jennifer Ann's Group... an organization who's mission is to raise awareness of teen dating violence through video games.  Drew lost his daughter Jennifer Ann to dating violence, and he has taken up the cause for awareness.