Episodes

  • What We Learned in Season One

    What We Learned in Season One
    Sep 22 2021
    Matt and Alyson wrap up the first season of the Whats Good podcast by reflecting on the conversations they have had with guests. They connect the different social issues and discuss the importance of consistent volunteerism and community involvement. They also give us a sneak peek into what we can expect for season two of the podcast.
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    27 mins
  • Why Food Security Requires Systems

    Why Food Security Requires Systems
    Sep 1 2021
    This week, Matt and Alyson are joined by Bailey Foster, Founder of Real Good Kitchen, and Kimberley Pettigrew, Director of Food Security Systems for United Way of Greater Knoxville. Together, they dive into what food security looks like and why it requires a systems approach as opposed to simply addressing hunger. They holistically analyze food systems from the beginning stages of food production all the way to food waste to illustrate the systematic disadvantages that lead to food insecurity.
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    47 mins
  • What Community Empowerment Looks Like

    What Community Empowerment Looks Like
    Aug 18 2021
    Dr. Charles F. Lomax, Jr. joins Matt and Alyson today to talk about what community empowerment looks like in Knoxville. Charles serves as the Community Empowerment Director of the City of Knoxville, where he leads community efforts in diversity, equity, and inclusion, building opportunity for young people, and addressing disparities and injustice in our community.
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    46 mins
  • How Kids Can Make a Difference

    How Kids Can Make a Difference
    Aug 11 2021
    Denise Dean, Director of East Tennessee Freedom Schools, joins Matt and Alyson to discuss her program and how she works to empower and uplift students. Through fostering a love of reading and encouraging thoughtful engagement, Denise and her team teach kids that they "can make a difference" with their vote and their voice.
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    40 mins
  • When Helping Hurts

    When Helping Hurts
    Jul 28 2021
    Steve Corbett, author of When Helping Hurts, joins Matt and Alyson to talk about how some forms of charity can be toxic to the communities they are trying to serve. Together, they dive into conversation about how people can walk with communities in need and support them in a way that creates lasting change.
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    39 mins
  • Why Solving Homelessness Takes Everyone

    Why Solving Homelessness Takes Everyone
    Jul 14 2021
    Community advocates Stephanie Welch, Chief Economic and Community Development Officer and Deputy to the Mayor of the City of Knoxville, and Addie Arbach, Founder and Executive Director of Next Step Initiative, join Matt and Alyson to discuss homelessness, drug abuse, affordable housing, and how you can step in to find solutions in your community.
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    49 mins
  • How to Involve the Community in DEI Work

    How to Involve the Community in DEI Work
    Jun 30 2021
    Joined by Rodney Prunty, President/CEO at United Way of Central New Mexico, Alyson and Matt dive into equity and inclusion work, uplifting diverse voices, the importance of truly listening to your community, and more.
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    40 mins
  • What's Good in Nonprofit Leadership?

    What's Good in Nonprofit Leadership?
    Jun 16 2021
    Matt and Alyson are joined by Restoration House founder and director Daniel Watson as they discuss nonprofit growth and leadership, collaboration, volunteer management, and more.
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    40 mins