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Welcome to Grit, a monthly podcast focused on stories of grit and greatness from the streets to the suites. Grit is a forum for stories about people who possess uncommon work ethic, drive and passio... more
December 15, 2022Looking back on lessons learned from ‘Grit’Margaret Trimer reflects on the past two years of interviews with inspirational individuals like Vaughn Arrington, Saunteel Jenkins, Deanna Alexander — and more....more26minPlay
November 21, 2022Beyond Giving Tuesday: Making your donations count in 2022Rachel Decker of Detroit Philanthropy shares tips on how metro Detroiters can make the most of their charitable giving....more29minPlay
October 17, 2022Detroit public health expert talks racial disparities in maternal/infant healthVernice Davis Anthony talks with Margaret Trimer about her tireless efforts to improve health in the black community, including implicit bias and equity training for medical providers....more23minPlay
September 16, 2022Lessons from a Delta Dental internListen in on a conversation between two Delta Dental interns as they reflect on their experiences, lessons learned and the impact an internship program can have on both the organization and young professionals....more19minPlay
August 15, 2022A space for healing in the motor cityListen to a conversation on how Rachel Frierson of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is creating a safe, welcoming space for all who visit the number one river walk in the U.S....more23minPlay
July 19, 2022How Dr. Kwane Watson is providing door-to-door dental care in DetroitDr. Kwane Watson, a Louisville-based dentist and serial entrepreneur had a vision to bring comprehensive, concierge mobile dental services to residents in his home state through his business, Kare Mobile. Catch up with Dr. Watson to see how he's helping Detroiters access dental services....more24minPlay
June 24, 2022Why you don’t have to be an ‘artist’ to benefit from art therapyShazia Siddiqi is a board-certified art therapist who specializes in facilitating therapeutic workshops in corporate settings, schools and more. Hear from Siddiqi how art can heal those who are experiencing situations related to traumatic events, workplace burnout and more....more27minPlay
May 15, 2022How Communities in Schools is building a support network in DearbornAmal Qayed, a lead student supports coordinator based at Salina Elementary school, shares stories about her rewarding role on the latest episode of Grit....more26minPlay
April 18, 2022Accepting losses as lessons: Insights from a U.S. diplomat in-the-makingCydney Gardner-Brown talks about her experience at Midnight Golf, a life-skills training program that helps prepare students for college through the game of golf, and her journey and lessons learned during and after college....more21minPlay
March 14, 2022Separating the behavior from the person: How the Student Advocacy Center is helping Michigan schoolsStudent Advocacy Center strives to create a safe environment for Michigan students and teachers. Dive into the full conversation on this month’s episode, “Separating the behavior from the person: How the Student Advocacy Center is helping Michigan schools,” which examines the challenges of supporting students and their families....more27minPlay