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Back with some Great facts about Shockoe Bottom, the crew discusses the research found by Gabriela. Moral and Carl plan a hang out in the bottom and some places to visit. ShoutOut goes to the Book Bar Located in the slip. Become a part of the convo and message them on Instagram @Embrace_podcast

Moral and Carl are back with Part II of their deep dive of Gentrification. After preparing with Gabriela, The team discuss the research and possible solutions to this unique issue. This episode's ShoutOut goes to The Sweet Xscape @thesweetxcape Keep sharing your sweetness with the communities of RVA! SUPER SPECIAL ShoutOut to "Official Friend of the Show" Taylor Scott of RVA Community Fridges. Congrats on receiving the Acts of Kindness Award! Become apart of the Convo and follow on Instagram @embrace_podcast

Finished with Food Apartheid following an AMAZING 1st Embrace Space, The Team starts an analysis of Gentrification. Without any prior research, Moral and Carl discuss its meaning and how it impacts Richmond's communities. ShoutOut goes to Creative Friends Market IG: @creativefriendsmarket If you want to join the discussion hit up Team Embrace on IG: @embrace_podcast

Moral and Carl are Back! This time with a NEW SERIES to learn more about their city, called MapZ. The first burrow up for deep dive is Shockoe Bottom. The team discuss their thoughts about the area and what they want to learn. ShoutOut goes to CSz Richmond Theater IG: @cszrichmondtheater Hit the Team up to join the conversation on IG: @embrace_podcast

Here's the HITPICK Episode yall been asking for! Team Embrace breaks down the trending titan "You People." A friend of the show, Taylor Scott, is back to share her thoughts on the film. This episode is a MUST LISTEN!!! Shout Out goes to Vonderlehr Tire Pros @vonderlehrtirepros, Thanks for being a Richmond Staple. Your Trustworthiness and Skill are RVA Famous!

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Today Team Embrace dives back into the conversation on "Food Apartheid." This time with special guest Taylor Scott, founder of RVA Community Fridges. Taylor details her journey as an advocate for Richmond in its fight for Better Food Options.

To donate or get involved, visit @rvacommunityfridges on Instagram or RVA Community Fridges' GoFundMe campaign.

Shoutout goes to Chef Michael Lindsey, congrats on all your restaurants' success. Follow his Restaurant Empire at @chef.m.lindsey Join the Conversation @embrace_podcast We would love to hear your thoughts!

On the Final Episode of the year, Moral and Carl reflect on past episodes, changes to the podcast, and the creation of Embrace Mor. They both tackle some tough questions, and they discuss where the podcast and nonprofit are heading next! The "Big Factz" shoutout goes to Joyebells Pies. Congrats on your success! Join the Team or the Convo on IG @embrace_podcast

Team Embrace is back after some MUCH needed help and research with Gabriela. This time recording in an actual studio, Moral and Carl learn from The Annie E Casey Foundation's study on what food deserts are, where they're located, and how they impact people. The research they find leads to some hard truths, and to some necessary changes to be made. The "Big Factz" shoutout goes to TheMSQshop! @themsqshop Special Thanks to Illa, Chris, and the whole team at CNTR for providing a space for Embrace to record! Join the Team or the Convo @embrace_podcast

On today's episode Team Embrace introduces a new series on Food Deserts. Moral and Carl discuss their thoughts on What it is, Who it impacts, and what it will take to fix. The Big facts segment goes to Charis Jones, CEO of Sassy Jones. Congrats on your new store front! The team ends with two different Hypothesis's

After the convo with Kim, Team Embrace digest their NEW perspective on the importance of community. Moral issues a Challenge and Carl shares his thoughts on the Seven Blind Mice story!