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Simple Civics: Greenville County
Trash pick up. EMS and 911 service. Roads and sidewalks. Business licenses. School bus routes. These are the things that impact your day-to-day life, and they are all part of local government. But hardly anyone pays attention to local government - until they have a problem. We want to change that. Simple Civics: Greenville County is here to help you learn about and get involved in your local government in Greenville County, South Carolina. Whether you live in downtown Greenville or Possum…
Episodes
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyExploring the Crown Jewel of South Carolina: A Trek Through the Foothills Trail with Andrew Gleason
Today we speak with Andrew Gleason, Chairman of the Foothills Trail Conservancy, in this comprehensive exploration of South Carolina's Foothills Trail. Andrew…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyPaid Parental Leave for South Carolina's Teachers: A Legislative Victory for Teacher Retention
On this episode, we sit down with Erin Rigot, instructional coach and co-founder of Exposed Resilience, and Catherine Schumacher, CEO of Public Education…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyVoices of the American Dream: The Immigrant Experience with Diana Hoyos Lopez and Magda DeSantis
In this Independence Day special, we hear from Diana Hoyos Lopez and Magda DeSantis, two immigrants whose personal stories embody the hope, struggle, and…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyThe Power of Philanthropy: Enhancing Lives & Communities with Dianne Chipps Bailey
Today we sit down with Dianne Chipps Bailey, a seasoned philanthropy strategist from Bank of America, who's dedicated over two decades empowering donors and…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyPride, Progress, and Persistence: A Conversation with Tyler Prescott
June is LGBT Pride Month, and many communities, organizations, and businesses hold festivals, parades, concerts, lectures, and other promotions to recognize…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyGreenville County Schools Strategic Planning: A Deep Dive with Teri Brinkman
Join us as we explore the complex process of strategic planning for Greenville County Schools with Teri Brinkman, who is leading the effort. Teri highlights…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyLocally Grown Food Magic: Feed & Seed's Role in Greenville's Food Economy
Explore the world of local agriculture as we talk to Mary Hipp, Co-Founder and Board Chair of Feed & Seed, about the challenges faced by local farmers and how…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyEasing into Parenthood: The Family Connects Greenville Initiative
New parents, prepare yourself for a transformational support system! On this episode, Derek Lewis sits down with Jane Yates from the Family Connects Greenville…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyMeet Your Candidates for Mayor of the City of Greenville
Meet Joe Farmer and Mayor Knox White, Republican candidates for Mayor of Greenville. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to introduce themselves to…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyThe Eviction Epidemic: Unraveling the Crisis and Solutions in South Carolina
Step into South Carolina's alarming eviction crisis with expert Michelle Mapp, an Equal Justice Works Fellow with the ACLU of South Carolina. Explore the…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyArtisphere Uncovered: The Magic Behind Greenville's Iconic Arts Festival
Step into the vibrant world of Artisphere, Greenville's premier arts festival, presented by TD Bank, with Kerry Murphy, the festival's Executive Director…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyGreenville County's Summer Playground: Parks, Pools, and Pickleball!
Dive into summer fun and the world of Greenville County Rec as we interview Ted Lambrecht, Assistant County Administrator for Parks, Recreation, and Tourism…
Simple Civics: Greenville County988: A Lifeline for Mental Health
Discover the major upgrade to South Carolina's emotional crisis helpline, now featuring the easy-to-remember 988 number, on this episode of the Simple Civics…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyRevitalizing Greenville: The Swamp Rabbit Trail's Journey & Community Impact
Today we uncover the story of the Prisma Health Swamp Rabbit Trail, a transformative 25-mile multi-use trail in Greenville County, with special guests Frank…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyCreating Disability Inclusive Organizations: Practical Tips for Accessibility and Equity
Committed to fostering inclusivity for people with disabilities in your organization? This episode features Kimberly Tissot of Able South Carolina, who shares…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyEvictions: Understanding South Carolina's Rental Challenges and Protecting Your Rights
On this episode, we are joined by Mark Fessler, Deputy Director of Litigation and Training at South Carolina Legal Services. We delve into the complex world of…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyBreaking Barriers: Unraveling the ADA & Local Government's Role in Disability Equity
Today we sit down with ADA expert and advocate Kimberly Tissot to explore the far-reaching implications of the Americans with Disabilities Act on our local…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyPreserving Greenville's Legacy and Natural Beauty: The Impact of the Historic and Natural Resources Trust
Learn how Greenville County is preserving its natural and historical gems in today's conversation with Alex Reynolds, a board member of the Greenville County…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyAn Inside Look at Greenville County's $650 Million Budget Process with Finance Committee Chairman Butch Kirven
In this episode, we sit down with Councilman Butch Kirven, the Finance Committee Chairman for Greenville County Council, to discuss the county's budget…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyGetting Specific About Affordable Housing in Greenville
Today we sit down with affordable housing leaders Monroe Free with Habitat for Humanity and Don Oglesby with Homes of Hope to discuss the state of affordable…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyThe Childcare Crisis in Greenville County: Exploring the Shortage, Implications, and Solutions
Are you a parent in Greenville County struggling to find quality, affordable childcare for your little ones? You're not alone. The shortage of available…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyRevolutionizing School Food in Greenville County Schools with Joe Urban
In this episode, we sit down with Joe Urban, the Director of Food and Nutrition Services at Greenville County Schools. Learn about the revolutionary food…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyExploring the New Greenville Development Code: Understanding How it Will Impact Your Community, Neighborhood, and Greenville
Join Sherry Barrett, land policy director with Upstate Forever, and Shannon Lavrin, Assistant City Manager for the City of Greenville, as they delve into the…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyThe Power of Head Start: A Single Mom's Journey to Success
On this episode, we sit down with Paris Hill, a single mom of two whose story demonstrates the power of government programs like Head Start in giving families…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyUnlocking the Benefits of Greenville Cares: The City's One-Stop Customer Service Center
Are you curious about the services and programs offered by the City of Greenville? Look no further than Greenville Cares, the city's one-stop customer service…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyGreenville County Council Chairman Dan Tripp on Unifying Council and Priorities for the Coming Year
In this episode we talk to the newly elected Chairman of Greenville County Council, Dan Tripp. Dan discusses his role as Chairman, his hopes for County…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyRacial displacement in Greenville, SC: historic and current population shifts in the city of Greenville and surrounding Greenville county
If you’ve lived in Greenville, SC for even a short period of time, you know that it is changing. Beautiful amenities such as Unity Park and continued…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyEmpowering Small Businesses and First-Time Homebuyers: An Interview with CommunityWorks CEO LaTorrie Geer
As a Community Development Financial Institution, CommunityWorks is dedicated to improving the financial well-being of underserved communities in South…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyThe Volunteer Income Tax Assistance Program: A Better (and Free) Choice for Your Taxes
The VITA program is here to make tax season a breeze! In this episode, we speak with Michelle Lyons, the director of financial stability at the United Way of…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyVolunteer tax preparers change lives - and you can do it, too!
Tax season is just around the corner, and you are needed to volunteer for the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program. This amazing program, powered by the…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyCommunity navigation: Ma’ta Crawford on helping neighbors, a changing communities, and more
As long as we’ve had neighborhoods, neighbors have been a help to each other. Neighbors used to watch each other’s children, keep an eye out for older adults…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyWhere there's a will, there's a way: Wills and Advance Directives
Sponsored by the Community Foundation of Greenville If you don't have a will when you die in South Carolina, "essentially you're letting the state legislature…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyElection day turnout - what happened?
More than 1.7 million voters across South Carolina cast ballots in the 2022 general election held just a few weeks ago at the time of this episode posting. In…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyHelping the hurting without causing harm: a conversation with Ryan Duerk, Miracle Hill Ministries
This episode is dropping on the Tuesday before Thanksgiving which begins a season of giving and serving. Today, I’ll talk with Ryan Duerk, president and CEO of…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyVeterans Affairs: Help with veterans benefits right here in Greenville County
Greenville County has a Veterans Affairs Service Officer to meet the needs of veterans in our community, and on today’s episode of Simple Civics: Greenville…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyElection Day Behind the Scenes
It’s election day 2022! Voters have the responsibility of getting to the polls if they haven’t already, but there is a lot of work going on behind the scenes…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyMeet the Candidates: SC Superintendent of Education
The State Superintendent of Education has duties outlined in the South Carolina Constitution, including serving as administrative officer to the state board of…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyMeet the candidates - Greenville County Probate Judge
Probate Judge may be the office on the ballot with which voters are least familiar, but it's one that most Greenville County residents will come into contact…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyHow to REALLY support a candidate
We've brought you candidates for County Council and School Board, and in the coming weeks, you'll meet the candidates for Greenville County Probate Judge and…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyArea 28 – Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees
Meet Jeff Cochran, Brittany Hilbert, and Steven Watterson, candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees for Area 28. In this episode, each…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyArea 26 – Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees
Meet Amanda Brett, Stephanie Leonard, and Roger Meek, candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees for Area 26. In this episode, each candidate…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyArea 24 – Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees
Meet Dr. Gene Beckner and Dr. Anne Pressley, candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees for Area 24. In this episode, each candidate has 10…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyArea 22 – Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees
Meet Lura Godfrey and Lynda Leventis-Wells, candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees for Area 22. In this episode, each candidate has 10…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyArea 20 – Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees
Meet Chuck Saylors and Tim Schuyler, candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees for Area 20. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyArea 18 – Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees
Meet Ann Marie Middleton and Patrick Suddeth, candidates for Greenville County Schools Board of Trustees for Area 18. In this episode, each candidate has 10…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyDistrict 23 – Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Council
Meet Dr. Ben Carper and Alan Mitchell, candidates for Greenville County Council District 23. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to introduce…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyDistrict 17 – Meet your Candidates for Greenville County Council
Meet Sheryl Guarniero and Joey Russo, candidates for Greenville County Council District 17. In this episode, each candidate has 10 minutes to introduce…
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Election season kickoff with the SC Election Commission
How do elections in SC work? John Michael Catalano, Outreach and Special Projects Coordinator with the SC Elections Commission, covers how the state Elections…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyBack to School - Students Making a Difference
School is back in session, which is exciting, but it also means that student anxiety and stress are beginning to ratchet up. Now more than ever, this is true…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyGetting involved in schools, with Quentoria Jones
Parents, caregivers, and others who volunteer in schools are a vital part of student success. But if you're a new school parent, it can be intimidating to get…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyBack to School: Operations and Logistics in Greenville County Schools
Greenville County Schools is by far the largest school district in South Carolina, and the 46th largest in the country. With the start of the new school year…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyBack to School - Education Policy, State vs. Local
It's almost back to school time at Greenville County Schools, which is by far the largest school district in South Carolina, and one of the largest in the…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyElected/Staff Relationship - a conversation with Greer Councilman Mark Hopper and City Administrator Andrew Merriman
When we talk about local government, it’s easy for us to lump everyone involved - from staff to elected officials - into one big bucket. But government staff…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyA civics newcomer's takeaways
Nathaniel Desantis produces every episode of this podcast, and he gets to hear firsthand the behind-the-scenes conversation with every guest. He shares what…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyThe foster care system and the community's role
More than 4,000 children and youth are in the foster care system in South Carolina. Even though the system is a necessary way to move children to a safe place…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyVoter Turnout in the Greenville County Primary Elections
Primary elections just happened in Greenville County! With that comes some statistics that we can analyze. Today we are covering why voter turnout is…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyGentrification and Affordable Housing Challenges in Greenville County
The term "affordable housing is thrown around a lot these days in Greenville County. Of course, what is affordable to one person is not at all affordable to…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyParliamentary procedure is exciting! - and supports decision making
Parliamentary procedure is at work when you hear "so moved," "second," and "call the question!" in a meeting. It may sound confusing and Byzantine, but it…
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Do primaries matter? (YES - and sometimes more than the general election! Encore)
In 2018 (the last mid-term or non-presidential election), more than half of South Carolina's voters turned out on the November election day. But back in June…
Simple Civics: Greenville CountyDistrict 26 - Meet your candidates for the Greenville County Council Republican primary
Meet the primary candidates for Greenville County Council District 26 in the Republican primary on June 14th: Lynn Ballard and Rick Bradley. Your vote is so…