In this episode, Meagan talks with librarian Kristen Timoteo about how public libraries serve as powerful community hubs. From literacy programs and summer meals to technology access and local partnerships, libraries quietly support communities in ways many people never realize.

Curious what your local library offers? Visit your local library and discover everything it has to offer—you may be surprised by the resources available for free in your own community.

In this episode of On Community, Meagan sits down with Georgia Tech student Ishita Sukul to discuss her work with Physicians for Human Rights and efforts to raise awareness about human trafficking. Together they explore how stronger communities and greater public awareness can help prevent exploitation and support survivors.

To learn more about Physicians for Human Rights or connect with Ms. Sukul on LinkedIn, explore the links below.

PHR Johns Creek Instagram

Ms. Sukul's LinkedIn

Why does it feel so hard to talk across differences—and why does it often take a crisis to bring people together? In this episode, Meagan and Dr. Aaron Duvall dig into echo chambers, small-town dynamics, media saturation, and the quiet erosion of shared purpose, while exploring where real hope for renewal might still exist.

In this episode of The People’s Perspectiv, Meagan sits down with Jacksonville recruiting leader, community-builder, podcast host, and veteran Randall Thomas to explore what’s happening when community feels fragmented—and why people are still finding ways to reconnect. They unpack how COVID, layoffs, and AI-driven disruption are reshaping work and purpose, why ‘third places’ matter more than ever, and how simply getting in the same room again might be a practical path back to trust, opportunity, and shared belonging.

PB & Jax (Pioneers, Builders & Jacksonville)

PB + Jax – Apple Podcasts

PB + Jax – Spotify

Frontline Visionaries – Apple Podcasts

Frontline Visionaries – Spotify

the link (coworking / incubator hub)

PS27 Ventures

Think Bold Festival & Conference

100 Men Who Care – Jacksonville

In this first episode, Meagan and Dr. Duvall dig into why so many parts of community life — schools, families, workplaces — feel strained today. Drawing from 17 years in education, Dr. Duvall offers insight into student disconnection, shifting family dynamics, and why relationships matter more than programs. Together they explore how local connection might be a powerful starting point for rebuilding purpose and belonging. This conversation sets the stage for a broader, ongoing exploration of what it takes to strengthen communities from the ground up.