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Connections & Conversations with Dee Batiste

Connections & Conversations with Dee Batiste

Written by: Dee Batiste
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Connections and Conversations, is an Advocacy Arena Podcast fostering pathways to strengthen our communities.

In 2021 I began hosting virtual roundtable type conversations to foster more civic participation. They were informative and inspiring.

I discovered some hidden heroes amongst every day citizens and felt they deserved hi lighting —

I want you to meet them and other change makers around the country in different fields.

We’ll peek behind the scenes to explore their contributions and impact.

I’m Dee Batiste, your host. I’m also a veteran continuing to serve by focusing on community.

Advocacy Arena is here to help cultivate the growth of healthy, strong, thriving communities— I hope you will join me on this journey.

The podcast is an outgrowth of a growing grassroots community of diverse citizens with common concerns based in our shared search for solutions.

© 2025 Connections & Conversations with Dee Batiste
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Episodes
  • Advocacy Arena's "Connections & Conversations with Dee Batiste" Season 1 Finale
    Oct 5 2025

    In this final collection of Season 1 highlights, we revisit moments that moved us — words that challenged, inspired, and reminded us of the impact we each can make. Until next time, keep listening, keep learning, and most of all, keep connecting.

    HISTORIANS

    • Dr. Mary Marshall — Ep 1: Archiving Your Family History
    • Dr. Learotha Williams, Jr. — Ep 5: Lifting As We Climb
    • Denise Oliver Velez — Ep 11: The Revolutionary Power of Community Activism

    SOCIAL JUSTICE TRAILBLAZERS

    • Gywnne & Lauren --Ep 3: The Many Paths Taken to Social Justice

    SOCIAL WORK CHAMPIONS

    • Ngozi --Ep 23: How Community-Based Mental Health Services Strengthen the Community
    • Adrienne and AJ Young, Jr, and Ron Reeves --Ep 10: Look to the Helpers

    DOCTORS & LAWYERS

    • Dr. Katrina Green — Ep 16: Exploring Grassroots Organizing and Activism
    • Marc G. --Ep 13: Exploring the Legal Aspects of Our Political Climate w Law Professor - Part 1

    GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES

    • Chris --Ep 24: Exploring a Geopolitical Perspective of Democracy with Chris
    • Geoffrey -- Ep 19: The Vital Role of Independent & International Journalism with Geoffrey P Johnston

    LAWMAKERS

    • Rep. Lauren Ashley Simmons --Ep 28: Front Line of Democracy: TX Rep. Lauren Ashley Simmons on the Fight Against Redistricting

    EDUCATORS

    • Steven -- Ep 9: A Collaborative Approach to Education with Steven Evangelista
    • Dr Ty --Ep 8: Education Advocacy and Mentorship with Dr. Ty

    * "Connections & Conversations with Dee Batiste" is an Advocacy Arena Podcast Series.


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  • Connections & Conversations with Dee Batiste Season Finale --Thank you!
    Sep 28 2025

    Connections & Conversations with Dee Batiste is an Advocacy Arena Podcast Series. We began with the simple idea: that every community has hidden heroes. After 35 episodes, we close this season with highlights of these community change makers to reflect on where we’ve been—and celebrate the voices that have helped shape this portion of the journey.


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    5 mins
  • Voices of Solidarity – UAW, Labor, and Legacy
    Sep 21 2025


    Gwynne, aka SoulSisterOG, Former International Representative Public Relations Dept UAW President's Staff discusses how strategic communication and collaboration has been a driving force in the labor movement. We also reflect on the enduring legacy of Walter Reuther, the legendary UAW leader who helped unite the fight for workers’ rights with the civil rights movement. A powerful conversation on activism, messaging, and the future of organized labor.

    SoulSister is also the Co-host of Advocacy Arena Good Trouble Chat where she brings her labor union perspective and experience.

    🐳Good Trouble Chat, Every Monday 12p C/1p E on Spoutible



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