Cateogry: Podcast

The Kids Aren’t Alright

The Kids Aren’t Alright

Dr. Lisa Fitzpatrick sits down with Lauren Louallen, a youth leader with the Alliance of Concerned Men. Louallen discusses issues with the youth including problems with respect, the coronavirus and police. She also talks about her work and how her organization has...
The Kids Aren’t Alright

The Story of Castina Watson

Dr. Lisa Fitzpatrick sits down with Castina Watson, a daughter grieving her mother’s death from coronavirus. Watson talks about her mother experience and the grief she feels over the passing. She also talks about how necessary it is for members of the community...
The Kids Aren’t Alright

Shoot Hoops Not Bullets

Dr. Lisa Fitzpatrick sits down with Kenneth Diggs, co-founder of Eagle’s Nest. Eagle’s Nest is a nonprofit in Washington, D.C., focused on social support for youth. The two discuss the causes of gun violence in the community as well as hope for the future....
The Kids Aren’t Alright

How The Pandemic Affects Children

Grapevine Health team members Chinwendu Ngwadom and Tyrone Lofton spoke with children about how the coronavirus pandemic is affecting them. Children discussed school, what they’re doing during the pandemic and how they are interacting with peers while they are...
The Kids Aren’t Alright

The Digital Divide During the Pandemic

Dr. Lisa Fitzpatrick sits down with Kim Ford, President and CEO of Martha’s Table. Ford describes the digital divide in the community as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and how that has effected how her organization serves the community. Ford also describes...
The Kids Aren’t Alright

Gun Violence During The Coronavirus Pandemic

Dr. Lisa Fitzpatrick interviews Jawanna Hardy, CEO of Guns Down Friday, about gun violence in the District of Columbia during the coronavirus pandemic. Guns Down Friday is an organization that provides resources to communities affected by youth homicide, suicide and...