http://www.wovu.orgenSociety & CultureWOVU Studioshttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/c5ac31be722ac6e66bb8210de578b62c.jpghttp://www.wovu.orgTue, 14 Apr 2026 08:45:19 +0000WOVU StudiosWOVU Studiosinfo@fcbradio.comOur Perspective on WOVU 95.9 FM brings Cheryl with a C, Nate, Mikey T, and the Legend Killer Angela Davis together for bold, unfiltered conversations on policy, community issues, and the social challenges others shy away from. With thought-provoking...falseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-safe-spaces--67909756https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67909756Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:39:17 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl speaks with Chinita Hall, CEO of Hassani Management, about empowering youth through creative programs, workforce development, and violence prevention. They discuss safe spaces, mental health, and community initiatives like “Christmas Gifts from...3107ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-release-to-rebuilding--67909755https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67909755Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:39:07 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl hosts Chamille Hendrix from the Cuyahoga County Office of Re-entryOffice, while she shares how her team connects returning citizens with housing, jobs, legal aid, and family support. She highlights expungement clinics, job fairs, and success...3664ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-incarceration-to-inspiration--67909754https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67909754Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:38:57 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl with a C talks with author and activist Murray Smallberry about his books, podcast, and financial literacy work. They discuss community economics, supporting Black-owned businesses, mentorship, and Murray’s journey from incarceration to...3636ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tricks-and-traps-on-the-black-mind--67909753https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67909753Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:38:47 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl talks with Anthony Walker (aka Anthony Burnett) about his upcoming book Tricks and Traps: The Manipulation of the African-American Mind. They explore history, media influence, consumerism, and the need for financial literacy, unity, and...3736ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/east-cleveland-rising--67909752https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67909752Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:38:35 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl speaks with former councilwoman Che Gattison about East Cleveland’s history, challenges, and future, highlighting the need for investment and positive change. Michelle Bell of MPAC Cleveland joins to discuss Wear Orange Weekend, raising...3741ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/20-years-of-the-spot--67909751https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67909751Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:38:20 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl interviews Tara LaWanda and youth ambassador Stephanie Kent from The Spot Youth Empowerment Organization about its 20th anniversary and mission to amplify youth voices. They discuss ambassador programs, civic engagement, job readiness, and...3609ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/communities-taking-back-the-narrative--67909750https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67909750Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:38:07 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl speaks with former councilwoman Che Gattison about East Cleveland’s history, challenges, and future, addressing stigmas, gentrification, and the need for state support. Michelle Bell of MPAC Cleveland joins to promote Wear Orange Weekend,...3686ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/voices-of-redemption--67909749https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67909749Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:37:56 +0000WOVU StudiosOn Our Perspective, Cheryl speaks with formerly incarcerated women about reentry challenges, biased sentencing, and the need for compassion, mentorship, and policy change. Guests share personal stories, call for community support, and encourage using...3760ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/guiding-the-next-generation--67909747https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67909747Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:37:44 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl talks with Coach Will Robinson and transformational coach Islander Reese about youth, community, and change. They discuss discipline, positive role models, financial literacy, and the need for parents, elders, and mentors to guide the next...3902ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cleveland-at-a-crossroads--67909746https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67909746Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:37:27 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl with C talks with Cleveland legend and Black Nationalist Gregory “Tonto” Terrell about the city’s struggles and paths to healing. They discuss unity, accountability, and opportunities for youth, while calling on the community to step up, stop...3669ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/walk-in-to-healing--67909745https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67909745Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:37:12 +0000WOVU StudiosHeavenscent shares her journey through hardship, healing, and music. She discusses her new single “Walk-In,” activism for fair wages, and staying true to her faith while navigating the music industry.3387ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rivers-in-the-desert--67633942https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67633942Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:37:00 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl and Anthony Thomas of Rivers in the Desert share their work helping families heal from trauma and grief through support, care, and community collaboration. They discuss their "$25 in 2025" fundraiser, upcoming dedication at Shaker Square, and...3162ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/healing-after-trauma--67633941https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67633941Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:36:45 +0000WOVU StudiosHost Cheryl talks with Selena Meadows from Crime Survivors for Justice and Cheryl Wittesee about healing, trauma, and survivorship. They highlight CSSJ’s resources like Wellness Wednesdays and therapy vouchers, the impact of systemic disparities, and...3183ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/rising-together-for-our-rights--67633940https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67633940Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:36:34 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl is joined by Miss Genevieve Mitchell of the Poor People’s Campaign, tackle politics, poverty, and racial injustice. They discuss voter power, community organizing, and upcoming events like National Right to Heal Week, urging listeners to get...3318ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-hidden-costs-of-ohio-s-budget--67633939https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67633939Wed, 22 Oct 2025 02:34:17 +0000WOVU StudiosCheryl talks with Lauren from NOBLE about how Ohio’s state budget impacts communities, from Medicaid and kinship care to libraries and food banks. They discuss hidden “trigger language,” harmful restrictions, and why public involvement in the budget...2851ourperspective,publicmedia,publicradio,wovu,wovustudiosfalsefull