Let's Talk Social Innovation

By: Let's Talk Social Innovation Podcast
  • Summary

  • At Let's Talk Social Innovation, we believe in the power of transformative conversations to drive meaningful change in our communities. Our podcast serves as a platform for University of Pittsburgh members and community leaders to come together and discuss the inspiring work they are doing in the realm of social innovation. Join us on this transformative journey as we explore the frontiers of social innovation, share remarkable stories, and unlock the potential within each of us to create a more equitable and sustainable world.
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Episodes
  • Episode 9 (ft. Rory Monaghan) - Community College, Unplugged Project, and Pursuing Passions
    Nov 18 2024

    In season 3, episode 9 of Let's Talk Social Innovation, we sit down with Rory Monaghan, founder of the unplugged project and double major at the University of Pittsburgh. We'll talk about what it was like skipping high school for college, founding the unplugged project, and how to pursue things you are passionate about.
    Unplugged Project: https://www.unpluggedpgh.org/
    Rory's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/disorganised_crimee/
    Artist Spotlight:
    9FiftySeven instagram: https://www.instagram.com/9fiftyseven/
    New Album "A Letter to Myself": https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/9fiftyseven/a-letter-to-myself?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaY3z4C_8Wl2zDXxYMxeEsmYrz5kA67kWEF9BQDeH8enXeKO3xXBkcfluXA_aem_nFtD9VBwATLDBnh3Yv8jYQ
    All our links: https://linktr.ee/socialinnovationpod

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    45 mins
  • Episode 8 (ft. Laura Stewart) - Forget Me Not, Art Accessibility, and Perseverance
    Nov 4 2024

    In season 3, episode 8 of Let's Talk Social Innovation, we chat with Laura Stewart, local Pittsburgh artist and director at Studio Forget Me Not. We'll touch on the power of art as a medium of expression, and discuss the role that accessibility plays in changing society for the better.
    Studio Forget Me Not: https://www.studioforgetmenot.org/
    Not Forgotten Home and Community Services: https://www.nfhcs.org/
    Artist Spotlight:
    Mila Moon instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milamoonxx
    Bandcamp for album "Clockwise": https://candlepinrecords.bandcamp.com/album/clockwise
    All our links: https://linktr.ee/socialinnovationpod
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    Open House: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FA9A923ABF4C16-51911399-david
    UAG: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084FA9A923ABF4C16-52687118-behind#/
    Scholarships: https://pitt.joinhandshake.com/stu/events/1638613

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    31 mins
  • Episode 7 (ft. Dr. Caitlin Spear) - Literacy, Special Education, and the Power of Picture Books
    Oct 28 2024

    In season 3, episode 7 of Let's Talk Social Innovation, we sit down with Dr. Caitlin Forbes Spear of the Office of Child Development. Dr. Spear talks about her current work with the Literacy and Learning Division under the Office of Child Development and put a spotlight on the importance of children's books.
    Dr. Spear's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-spear-2b8435270/
    Pitt's Office of Child Development: https://www.ocd.pitt.edu/
    NPR Interview with Derrik Barnes: https://www.npr.org/2020/10/24/925482149/a-new-picture-book-reminds-black-sons-you-are-every-good-thing
    Banned Picture Books: https://discover.bklynlibrary.org/?booklist=660189
    Office of Child Development Book Drive: https://www.ocd.pitt.edu/programs-services/books-change/how-donate-books
    Artist Spotlight:
    Valleyview instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valleyview.pgh/
    Valleyview linktree: https://linktr.ee/valleyview.pgh
    All our links: https://linktr.ee/socialinnovationpod

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    47 mins

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