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Vital Connections On Air is a free podcast from University of Minnesota Extension Center for Community Vitality. We explore the trends and topics important to Minnesota communities and their leaders. You'll hear about research from the University of Minnesota and Extension, as well as inspiring stories from local communities and organizations.
The podcast is available at https://extension.umn.edu/community-development/vital-connections-air.
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Item Episode 29: Wake up Minnesota with Victoria McWane-Creek on emotional intelligence(2023-03-30) Aranda, Jenn; Hernandez-Swanson, Jocelyn; McWane-Creek, VictoriaHow do you lead authentically? Do you allow yourself and those around you to show up as their true self? Listen to an engaging and open conversation with Victoria McWane-Creek as she shares insight into her leadership journey as a Black Indigenous Person of Color (BIPOC) leader living in a rural community. In this episode of Vital Connections On Air, Victoria talks about topics such as emotional intelligence, implicit bias for and against others, hospitable and welcoming communities, and equity-minded leadership. She also gives advice to emerging leaders.Item Episode 28: Wake up Minnesota with Dr. Gloria Gonzalez-Morales on oppressive civility(2023-01-30) Aranda, Jenn; Hernandez-Swanson, Jocelyn; Gonzalez-Morales, GloriaWords have power. In this episode of Vital Connections On Air, we talk to Dr. Gloria Gonzalez-Morales. We learn about her journey and her use of language and naming things to create an understanding among people for inclusivity and intergroup dialogue. Listen as she shares insight for organizations and leaders as it relates to positive psychology and topics such as oppressive civility, microaggression, advancing women and women of color into leadership positions, privilege, and more.Item Episode 27: Advancing women’s leadership in rural Minnesota(2022-08-25) Kallevig, Christy; Kittridge, TeresaEven as more women step into leadership roles, much work remains to reach true gender equity in workplaces, local government bodies, and other community spaces. In this episode of Vital Connections On Air, we talk to Teresa Kittridge, founder of 100 Rural Women. Listen as she shares the work she's doing to amplify women’s voices and support their leadership journey.Item Episode 26: Tourism and its impact on communities(2022-08-18) Qian, Xinyi; Hartman, Dan; Anderson, Bryan; Otsea, JustinThe tourism industry can be a critical catalyst to help communities develop economically and demographically. While the impact of COVID-19 will linger for years to come, businesses and community organizations across Minnesota have proven resilient in the face of fluctuating demand, workforce shortages, climate changes, and other issues. During this conversation, our panelists discuss examples of how they have responded to these challenges and much more.Item Special Episode 07: Festivals and events during a pandemic (Vital Connections On Air)(2020-10-29) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyFestivals and events around the state and country have seen many changes in 2020. Whether it is canceling a community festival or creating a virtual event there are many challenges for organizers. Xinyi (Lisa) Qian discusses what organizers and community members can do to weather the storm. In this special series we are looking back on webinars and articles shared early during the pandemic and how that information needs to shift for our current reality.Item Special Episode 06: Minnesota tourism during the pandemic (Vital Connections On Air)(2020-10-22) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyThe tourism industry has been impacted by the pandemic. Today we hear from Xinyi (Lisa) Qian from the University of Minnesota Extension Tourism Center on the state of Minnesota’s tourism sector and how they are looking towards recovery. In this special series we are looking back on webinars and articles shared early during the pandemic and how that information needs to shift for our current reality.Item Special Episode 05: Exploring emotions during a pandemic (Vital Connections On Air)(2020-07-15) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyAs we transition to more social lives and face some of the losses of pattern and routine we may be dealing with new emotions. Join in my conversation with Lori Rothstein and Denise Stromme as we discuss change, emotional agility, and strategies to help us overcome the overwhelm. In this special series we are looking back on webinars and articles shared early during the pandemic and how that information needs to shift for our current reality.Item Special Episode 04: Focusing on what you can choose (Vital Connections On Air)(2020-07-10) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyIt is common to hear from people that they are feeling overwhelmed as we face the issues that are in front of us. Join in my conversation with Lori Rothstein and Denise Stromme as we discuss why we continue to experience these feelings and how we can find ways to calm our minds. In this special series we are looking back on webinars and articles shared early during the pandemic and how that information needs to shift for our current reality.Item Special Episode 03: Impacts on Retail (Vital Connections On Air)(2020-06-17) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyCovid-19 has impacted businesses differently. Some are flourishing during this time and others are trying to figure out how they will keep the doors open. These challenges also look different for new business owners compared to those who were thinking about retirement. Join a conversation with Brigid Tuck and Neil Linscheid as they discuss the impacts of Covid-19 on retail and the implications for business succession. In this special series we are looking back on webinars and articles shared early during the pandemic and how that information needs to shift for our current reality.Item Special Episode 02: Navigating Change (Vital Connections On Air)(2020-06-12) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyOur world is constantly changing; now more than ever before. Community leaders are being forced to not only navigate their own responses to change but also identify strategies to help those around them. Jody Horntvedt and Toby Spanier reflect on the assumptions and stages of change and also discuss strategies for leaders to help themselves and their communities. In this special series we are looking back on webinars and articles shared early during the pandemic and how that information needs to shift for our current reality.Item Special Episode 01: Economists on the Economy (Vital Connections On Air)(2020-06-04) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyToday, the dial is moving; businesses are opening. What do communities do to support business now? Look deeper to figure out who's affected. Double down on supporting local businesses. Be reliable customers. Join our conversation with Brigid Tuck and Neil Linscheid as they share these thoughts and more. In this special series we are looking back on webinars and articles shared early during the pandemic and how that information needs to shift for our current reality.Item Episode 25: Rural-Urban Workforce Opportunities (Vital Connections On Air)(2020-03-26) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyMinnesota has a problem that doesn’t exist in many states; a diverse economy that has grown during challenging times. This economy requires workers in both rural and urban areas. Kelly Asche, Research Associate with the Center for Rural Policy Development joins us to discuss the current challenges and opportunities that exist in the area of workforce across the state.Item Episode 24: Rural-Urban Economic Interdependencies (Vital Connections On Air)(2019-11-21) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyMany people assume that the economies of rural and urban communities look very different. Surprisingly, there are many similarities. Brigid Tuck joins us to discuss what economics look like in both rural and urban Minnesota, and how they actually support each others’ success.Item Episode 23: REM for REV (Vital Connections On Air)(2019-09-26) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyEvaluation doesn’t have to be a paper survey. In this episode Scott Chazdon and Pam Bishop share how Ripple Effects Mapping has allowed Rural Entrepreneurial Ventures evaluate their efforts in a unique way and better understand their communities along the way. Guests: Scott Chazdon, Evaluation Specialist, University of Minnesota Extension, Center for Community Vitality Pam Bishop, Vice President of Economic Development, Southern Minnesota Initiative FoundationItem Episode 22: REVing for Entrepreneurship (Vital Connections On Air)(2019-07-11) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyEntrepreneurship is not a new concept, but it’s a piece of economic development that is often overlooked. In this episode, Don Macke and Pam Bishop describe how the Energizing Entrepreneurial Communities Framework is being used with six southern Minnesota communities involved in the Rural Entrepreneurial Ventures program. Guests: Don Macke, Entrepreneurial Ecosystems Pam Bishop, Vice President of Economic Development, Southern Minnesota Initiative FoundationItem Episode 21: Conversations Change Campbell (Vital Connections On Air)(2019-04-14) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyBringing your community together for conversations can be an intimidating task. DeAnn Loll and Shana Klindt, members of the community of Campbell, share their experience leading four conversations in their community. Hear how they led their community through a series of conversations that led to big change; both in community appearance and community pride.Item Episode 20: Community Conversations (Vital Connections On Air)(2018-11-15) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyPeople are looking for ways to come together. Many times, one of the best ways to get people together and talking is around an issue or idea to better a community. Jody Horntvedt, leadership and civic engagement educator for University of Minnesota Extension’s Center for Community Vitality joins us to talk about strategies to start and support healthy conversations in your community.Item Episode 19: Engaged in Nature (Vital Connections On Air)(2018-10-18) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyInvolved citizens are not always those that are running for office; sometimes they are hunting out invasive weeds. That is the case for Dana Boyle, Stephanie Wong, and John Woodworth who have used their common bond of caring about the Tamarack Nature Preserve. Hear their story of engaging public entities and other citizens to protect and promote this hidden gem located in Woodbury, MN. Guests: Dana Boyle Stephanie Wong John WoodworthItem Episode 18: Civic Engagement 101 (Vital Connections On Air)(2018-10-04) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyCivic engagement is a phrase that we hear from time to time, but what does it really mean? Lisa Hinz and Beth Kallestad, Extension educators with University of Minnesota Extension’s Center for Community Vitality discuss the meaning of civic engagement, best practices in working with others, and resources to help you become involved. Guests: Lisa Hinz, Extension educator, leadership and civic engagement Beth Kallestad, Extension educator, leadership and civic engagementItem Episode 17: Key Workforce Issues (Vital Connections On Air)(2018-09-19) U of M Extension Center for Community Vitality; Callevig, ChristyUniversity of Minnesota Extension’s Center for Community Vitality hosted a workforce symposium to bring together researchers and practitioners across Extension and the University. This symposium encouraged those in attendance to explore the topic of workforce and consider how we might come together to better learn about and serve the people of Minnesota. In this episode you will hear from a variety of speakers who shared insights on specific issues that are directly impacting Minnesota’s workforce. Guests: Dr. Elizabeth (Liz) Davis, Professor, Department of Applied Economics Dr. Yingling Fan, Associate Professor, Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs Dr. Jennifer Schultz, Co-directory, health Care Management Program and Professor of Economics, Labovitz School of Business and Economics Dr. Ann Ziebarth, Professor, Housing Studies