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WCSU FM joins the Ohio Black Media Collective in advancing news and information that inspires and empowers.
WCSU joins the OMBC in advancing, inspiring and sharing empowering news and information!
WCSU joins the OMBC in advancing, inspiring and sharing empowering news and information!
The process to amend the Ohio constitution by a simple majority has been in place for more than 110 years. According to information provided on the Ohio Secretary of State’s website, Ohio has had 76 citizen initiative petitions on the ballot, with only 20 that have passed. This process is not easy, nor should it be, but DEMOCRACY should be fair and allow majority rule of ONE PERSON. ONE VOTE and not allow the loser to take home the trophy.
The Ohio Coalition on Black Civic Participation/Ohio Unity Coalition has partners across the state representing Civil Rights organizations, Faith, Community, Labor, The Divine Nine sororities and fraternities, Voting Rights Organizations, Community Organizers and more and works to educate, engage and empower black voters continuously to remind them of their power and to demonstrate it to policymakers at the local, state and federal levels.
For Information Contact:
Petee Talley
Ohio Coalition on Black Civic Participation
419-490-3009 ptalley@ohiounity.org
The Ohio Coalition on Black Civic Participation/Ohio Unity Coalition has partners across the state representing Civil Rights organizations, Faith, Community, Labor, The Divine Nine sororities and fraternities, Voting Rights Organizations, Community Organizers and more and works to educate, engage and empower black voters continuously to remind them of their power and to demonstrate it to policymakers at the local, state and federal levels.
For Information Contact:
Petee Talley
Ohio Coalition on Black Civic Participation
419-490-3009 ptalley@ohiounity.org
Wynton Marsalis speaks with Trent Darby on the Mid-Morning Jazz Brunch program, describing the richness of genius that is jazz music, as well as his musical history.
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A tape of MLK delivering a speech in Dayton, first discovered in 2009, rediscovered and presented on WCSU-FM.
Education inequity in Ohio - what's being done and how our community can help close the achievement gap and improve outcomes for Black children.
Cheryl Durgans- the first African American editor of the 142-year-old newspaper, Yellow Springs News- hosts a discussion with Jimma McWilson, an authority on the subject from Youngstown, Ohio, and Tom Roberts, former Ohio State Senator and current President of the Ohio NAACP Conference.
Click the title above to hear the two-part conversation on our WCSU Community Conversations page!
Cheryl Durgans- the first African American editor of the 142-year-old newspaper, Yellow Springs News- hosts a discussion with Jimma McWilson, an authority on the subject from Youngstown, Ohio, and Tom Roberts, former Ohio State Senator and current President of the Ohio NAACP Conference.
Click the title above to hear the two-part conversation on our WCSU Community Conversations page!
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Trent Darby brings you upbeat jazz to energize your morning at 9 AM. Funky Friday's are back!
Financial literacy, mortgage, lending- all topics covered in L.I.F.E. with DJ! Find out more below.
Una Great Movie, a film by Jennifer Sharp, is available now on Amazon streaming. The movie has many twists and turns and is not your usual popcorn fare! Listen below:
WCSU-FM correspondent Kathryn Mobley was recently honored the Philo T. Farnsworth Video Award for Overall Excellence in Public Access Programming, presented by the Central States Region of the Alliance For Community Media. The award recognizes the quality and variety of programming seen on community access stations during the past year. The Central States Region is made up of access centers in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan and Kentucky.
Jazzy 88.9 WCSU FM is participating in the Save A Life Campaign. It focuses on the impact of COVID-19, vaccines and other related issues upon the life and health of African Americans and other minorities.
Anthony Watson is a nurse and the driving force behind Ace Healthy Products. After a serious illness, he's partnering with Central State University to help others.
Anthony Watson is a nurse and the driving force behind Ace Healthy Products. After a serious illness, he's partnering with Central State University to help others.
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Current Chair of the Fine and Performing Arts at Central State University, Jennifer Cruz, participated in a fireside chat with author Hanif Abdurraqib at the University Student Center, Room 201, on September 20th at 6:30pm. Mr. Abdurraqib is a 2021 MacArthur “Genius” Award recipient, the author of nine books and numerous poems, a contributor to the New York Times, and the NPR host of "Small Joys." His poetry, essays, and criticism focus on Black culture, music, and identity. He is a Columbus native and currently resides in his hometown. Students and staff were welcome to attend. In this segment, Wade T of WCSU-FM speaks with Jenny Cruz about a number of Hanif's books and chosen topics. A link to the livestream of Hanif's prose, poems and the fireside chat is available in our news story above!
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Central State University celebrated, virtually, 134 years of Academic Excellence on March 2, 2021. Listen to honorees stories below!
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The Ohio Business Spotlight is a new initiative designed to highlight strong businesses that can serve as examples of Ohio’s economic potential. Ohio businesses start at the Ohio Secretary of State’s office, so there is a special opportunity to empower new entrepreneurs with the knowledge they need to succeed in the Buckeye state. Each month, Secretary LaRose will select various businesses around the state that share a common theme.
The Ohio Legislative Black Caucus seeks to promote, foster, and sponsor education, civic, and political activities that enrich and improve African American communities across the state of Ohio through the efforts of the members of Ohio Legislative Black Caucus. This is further accomplished through active legislation in the statehouse and community partnerships with other elected officials and constituents in and around the districts we represent.
Money Making Conversations is a talk show hosted by Emmy Award-Winning Producer Rushion McDonald where he interviews celebrities, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders on their Secrets To Success.
Quitting tobacco is a process. Whether you are thinking about quitting, are not yet ready to quit, or have already quit, Ohio Tobacco Quit Line can help you with each step of the way.
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This start-up aims to provide both food and economic opportunity to Afghan women. But success means first overcoming economic crises, cultural taboos and Taliban interference. -
The German firm is selling shoes created with Ye (formerly Kanye West) before his antisemitic remarks led to termination of the deal in October. Some of the proceeds will go to anti-racism nonprofits.
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The brand turned homemakers into saleswomen and became synonymous with kitchen storage. But it has relied on Tupperware parties for sales--and struggled to keep its business fresh. Is its fate sealed?
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The Hawaii resident was charged with one count of intentionally disturbing wildlife after he tried to help a baby bison return to its herd. Park rangers later had to euthanize the abandoned animal.
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The Federal Trade Commission has accused the online retailer of harboring children's data even when parents request it to be deleted, as well giving its Ring employees access to users' videos.
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After Wisconsin mom Annie McGrath's teenage son died in a YouTube blackout challenge, she's confronting shareholders at an annual meeting of its parent company.
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The House's debt ceiling bill has critics on both sides. Bharat Ramamurti, the deputy director of the National Economic Council, says the administration was able to secure some of its key priorities.
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Chedino Martin was 23 years old when she realized she was a transgender woman. She was determined to follow her dream, but had no idea how much luck, patience and strength she would need to get there.
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The House voted overwhelmingly to approve a bipartisan deal to lift the debt ceiling and cap spending. That's in part due to the work of lawmakers who usually fly under the radar.
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The Museum of the City of New York is marking its centennial with an exhibition of NYC-inspired film, TV, music and fashion. But this is real New York, "not a love letter," says one of the curators.
Café Jazz is a mix of original vinyl recordings with contemporary jazz releases on CD. The show is energetic, classic and classy. The show also features the very best of the Bebop era and Straight Ahead jazz.
Formerly hosted by Richard (Gene) Knight...
Rest in Peace.
-the staff of WCSU
Formerly hosted by Richard (Gene) Knight...
Rest in Peace.
-the staff of WCSU
Highly successful businesses understand the importance of underwriting as well as the importance of social responsibility. What if you could do both and save money?
Download the WCSU Public Radio App. The WCSU Public Radio App allows you to conveniently listen to your favorite jazz and news programs on your favorite mobile device.
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NPR News
- Senate brushes against default deadline as it moves toward a final debt ceiling vote
- Ten states and scores of local governments sue FEMA over higher flood insurance rates
- Supreme Court vetoes efforts to limit anti-fraud law aimed at government contractors
- And just like that, Kim Cattrall will appear in the 'Sex and the City' spin-off
- Unions are relieved as the Supreme Court leaves the right to strike intact
- Texas Republicans target how elections are run in Democratic-leaning Houston area
- 3 Atlanta activists are arrested after their fund bailed out protesters of 'Cop City'
- A trans inmate wins health care and will move to women's prison after suing Minnesota
Brother Ronald L. Murray, Your Soldier For The Lord, will get you up and moving with the best in traditional, contemporary and inspirational music.
You will hear stories about how our lives, all living beings and our living systems are intertwined: big and small, close and far, including us, human beings.
"Catch the Flo" is a weekly music show hosted by contemporary jazz keyboard artist, Marcus Johnson. "Catch the Flo" features jazz music, both straight and smooth.
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“As a filmmaker, my goal is to inspire the audience to reflect on life and personal questions while entertaining them and making them laugh at the same time.” - Jennifer Sharp
Our WCSU interview with Jennifer is here- scroll below and listen to our Community Conversation on an exciting and beautiful piece of film!
Our WCSU interview with Jennifer is here- scroll below and listen to our Community Conversation on an exciting and beautiful piece of film!