Illogical by TRUTH

Welcome, truth-seekers, to another riveting episode of Illogical by TRUTH. On today's episode, Terrance Ruth unravels the mysteries of county leadership with a visionary guest, David Ellis, the County Manager of Wake County. In a world where every decision shapes the community we call home, we ask the pivotal question: What sets a County Manager apart from a City Manager, and how do they navigate the unique challenges and ...

Are you curious about the untold stories of educators and activists who reshaped public education through grassroots efforts? Do you wonder how local engagement can still make a difference in today's complex educational landscape? If so, you're in for a treat. Stay tuned for a conversation that will inspire you to take action and make a difference in education right now.

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of Illog...

In this episode, host Terrance Ruth welcomes Professor Tania Allen to explore the power of design as a catalyst for community engagement. Together, they delve into Tania's journey, the importance of community engagement, and practical ways to empower residents through design thinking.

Questions for Discussion:

1. Why Community Engagement Matters: Tania explains the significance of leveraging design to activate and engag...

Welcome back to Illogical by TRUTHJoin host Terrance Ruth as he sits down with two remarkable guests, Maggie Kane and Lorena McDowell, who have become the faces of compassion in the fight against hunger and homelessness. In this episode, they share their inspiring journeys and shed light on critical issues that often go unnoticed.

We cover questions regarding:

• Lorena speaks about surprising and lesser-known aspects of ho...

Welcome back to Illogical by TRUTH, In this episode your host Terrance Ruth engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Everett Ward, an Education and Public Affairs Consultant with a rich history of leadership in the Black community. Dr. Ward served as the 35th General President of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity and was the former President of St. Augustine, an HBCU. Together, they delve deep into the historical and ...

Welcome to another episode of Illogical by TRUTH. Your host, Terrance Ruth speaks with two remarkable guests, Matt and Zach. In this enlightening conversation, they explore the world of design, architecture, community engagement, and the importance of diversity in shaping our built environment. Matt and Zach set the stage for a thought-provoking discussion about the creative realm of design and architecture. They reflect o...

Welcome back to Illogical by TRUTH, the show where we dive into the stories and efforts that shape our communities. I'm your host Terrance Ruth, and in today's episode, we have a truly inspiring conversation that spotlights the remarkable women who are making waves in the city of Raleigh, North Carolina. We're joined by a group of dedicated council members who are collaborating to bring positive change and progress to thei...

On our show, today is Thomas Barrie. His perspective on the personal meaning that housing holds in our culture is helpful for our audience to hear. 

We cover questions regarding-

• In your book, you stated that home is a complex word that is typically charged with personal meanings... Why is that?
• During your exploration of the idea of homelessness, you mentioned that in history it has played a redemptive role. How would yo...

On our show, today is Nicole Bennett. She has expertise in environmental justice, “planning for equity”, equitable development, and consensus building. Much of her work has focused on the intersection of transportation, land use, and equity. We will highlight home ownership, increasing land, and community engagement.

We cover questions regarding-

• How should we understand a city or town's typical use of future land use ma...

On today's episode, we speak on shedding light on local contracting (DBE) and why it is essential for empowering local civic engagement. We will connect this conversation to Mayor Maynard Jackson of Atlanta and the explosion of minority/underrepresented wealth.

We cover questions like:

• How did you get into community engagement?
• What role does local government have in wealth creation? (Historically and now)
• What are the unk...

Part #2:
According to civil rights activist and Shaw University graduate Ella Baker, "One of the things that have to be faced is the process of waiting to change the system, how much we have got to do to find out who we are, where we have come from and where we are going." 

That quote encapsulates our podcast theme, where we decode the language, decisions, and hidden areas of local power that often seem illogical to resi...

According to civil rights activist and Shaw University graduate Ella Baker, "One of the things that has to be faced is the process of waiting to change the system, how much we have got to do to find out who we are, where we have come from and where we are going." 

That quote encapsulates our podcast theme, where we decode the language, decisions, and hidden areas of local power that often seem illogical to residents. 

In par...

Hosted by Terrance Ruth, this podcast decodes the language, decisions and hidden areas of local power that often seems illogical to residents. Our goal is to empower people to engage locally and to understand how significant it is to be aware and active at the local level. Once local government is logical, it will become meaningful and provide the benefits that allows for people to live a thriving life.

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