What do individuals need from their built environment in order to not just survive but thrive? In this episode, we are discussing housing solutions and the need to have access to safe, affordable, reliable housing options. The champions of this work are not only assisting individuals but also impacting future policy for housing solutions.

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What could Memphis look like if we from imagination to activation? Hear from leaders at Seeding Success and More for Memphis about how collaboration is the key to working toward a better Memphis together.

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What supports are in place for students and faculty stressors? Hear from Dr. Jessi Gold (UTHSC and University of Tennessee) and Dr. Justin Lawhead (University of Memphis) about how universities are intentionally creating access to resources for help-seekers in a culture of competition among highly competitive world of undergraduate and graduate students and faculty. Demonstrating a community of care translates into all areas of workforce development and helps retain talented, connected changemakers to the city.

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Do you know the areas in which the Memphis medical field is a leading innovator in lifesaving research being used across the globe? If your answer was “childhood cancer,” you are correct...but only partially! Dr. Michelle Taylor (Shelby County Health Department) and Elizabeth Propst (St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital) join us for a conversation to expand our understanding of the global innovations in public health that are needed to shape healthy communities and how those connect to Memphis and the Mid-South.

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Does volunteering really matter? In today's fast-paced culture of instant news cycles and drive-thru living, is setting aside time to invest my time and talent (not just my treasures) really impactful? Lori Evans of Junior League of Memphis and Jeremy Park of cityCURRENT share how volunteerism is the backbone of thriving cities and how to not only find but also power the good in Memphis.

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"We all have these tools inside of us, we just need to learn how to use them."

What if something you rarely think about had the power to transform your life and your health? As a supplement to medically based healthcare, mindful wellness programs can have a positive impact on productivity, effectiveness, and the general health of individuals, organizations, and communities. Joining us to talk about that today are Taylor Sommerville founder of Symmetry and Kemp Conrad, Principal at Commercial Advisors. We cover everything from breathing techniques and the importance of "The Symmetry Six" to how mouth-taping might be the key to more restful sleep.

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Is Memphis fertile ground for innovators? Entrepreneurship is rooted in innovation and job creation, two things that are critical to economic development and economic mobility. We’re chatting with experts on how collaboration and access are transforming the ways that Memphians are moving and shaking whole industries. Joining us for this conversation are Anthony Young of Epicenter Memphis and Audrey Willis of Code Crew to dig deeper into how collaboration and training can prepare a pipeline of talented individuals to live, work, play, and thrive right here in the 901.

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As a new school year begins, we want to take a deeper dive into the data of where Memphis is shining in the education sector, what challenges are at play, and how creative solutions are being implemented. To do this, we will be referencing the 2024 Memphis State of Education Report created by Memphis Education Fund.

Tune in to get fired up about opportunities to create solutions for the future of Memphis.

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On the heels of a sold out New Memphis Leadership Summit last week, it got us thinking about other leadership lessons we’ve learned along the way. Some have come from amazing facilitators, others from workshops, and more still from the TEDxMemphis stage.

As Memphis gears up for another TEDx event on September 28, we wanted to focus in on a few of the lessons that are not only impactful to leadership at every stage, but also lessons for community activation and growth.

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"You shouldn't have to travel outside of our city to have this multi-dimensional experience and playground, and I like to nickname it the multiverse of Memphis."

How do global technological advancements impact local entertainment and tourism? It may come as no surprise, but Memphis is once again at the forefront of trends in the entertainment industry. The tech-savvy team behind Baron Von Opperbean and The River of Time joins us for a behind-the-scenes conversation about the diverse range of local talent coming together to blend technology, artistry, history and imagination to build an innovative, immersive experience that's reflective of the Buff City in more ways than one!

Tune in to hear how this innovative amenity is putting Memphis on the map for traveling adventure-seekers and locals alike!

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