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BUILD Radio

BUILD Radio

Written by: BUILD Chicago
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 Too many young kids are losing their lives to gun violence–and that needs to stop. With guests ranging from US Sen Dick Durbin and Chicago Bears legend Charles Tillman, to ex gang members and prisoners-turned-community organizers, BUILD Radio is a megaphone for BUILD Chicago, a nonprofit trailblazer in gang intervention, violence prevention and youth development. From meaningful interviews and inspiring stories, to youth written songs, poems, and spoken word pieces, BUILD Radio is a podcast for listeners looking to support a life-line in some of Chicago’s toughest neighborhoods.Find out more at www.buildchicago.orgFollow @BUILDChicagoCopyright 2025 BUILD Radio Art
Episodes
  • Austin Has The Mic! – Ep. 17

    Austin Has The Mic! – Ep. 17
    Apr 21 2021

    This month we join the youth of Austin Has The Mic, a youth media partnership between Westside Health Authority and BUILD, as they cover an Austin community event. Hear them discuss the experience and their future plans. Plus, a highlight of the Iris Farm.
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  • Women’s History Month: Honoring the Women In Our Lives – Ep. 16

    Women’s History Month: Honoring the Women In Our Lives – Ep. 16
    Mar 24 2021

    For Women’s History Month, we hear from BUILD staff and youth on what they #ChooseToChallenge, as well as thoughts from our young people as they interview some special women in their lives. Plus, a powerful youth-performed spoken word piece. Episode Segments: (1:16) Youth producers discuss podcasting and what got them interested in the medium. (7:17) … Continue reading Women’s History Month: Honoring the Women In Our Lives – Ep. 16 →
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  • Black Leadership of Today and Tomorrow – Ep. 15

    Black Leadership of Today and Tomorrow – Ep. 15
    Feb 25 2021

    In celebration of Black History Month, hear conversations with Black leaders of two different generations. BUILD youth leaders talk about their own goals and motivations, plus, interviews with Black Table guest speakers Derek Brewer and Sylvia Ewing. Episode Segments: (2:46) BUILD Mentor-in-Training Cheveris talks about stepping up for your community, learning self control, and being … Continue reading Black Leadership of Today and Tomorrow – Ep. 15 →
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