What supports are in place for students and faculty stressors? Hear from Dr. Jessi Gold (UTHSC and University of Tennessee) and Dr. Justin Lawhead (University of Memphis) about how universities are intentionally creating access to resources for help-seekers in a culture of competition among highly competitive world of undergraduate and graduate students and faculty. Demonstrating a community of care translates into all areas of workforce development and helps retain talented, connected changemakers to the city. Resources mentioned in this episode include: TEDxMemphis University of Memphis Dr. Justin Lawhead Dr. Jessi Gold UTHSC University of Tennessee Frosh Camp "How Do You Feel" by Dr. Jessi Gold New Memphis activation work This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

Do you know the areas in which the Memphis medical field is a leading innovator in lifesaving research being used across the globe? If your answer was “childhood cancer,” you are correct...but only partially! Dr. Michelle Taylor (Shelby County Health Department) and Elizabeth Propst (St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital) join us for a conversation to expand our understanding of the global innovations in public health that are needed to shape healthy communities and how those connect to Memphis and the Mid-South. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Memphis 101 on September 17 TEDxMemphis on September 28 Shelby County Health Department St. Jude Children's Research Hospital's HIV Program End HIV 901 Connect 2 Protect (C2P) Memphis Flyer's August article on HIV/Syphilis surge The Daily Memphian's July article on HIV/Syphilis surge Hope House Friends for All Partnership to End AIDS Status (PEAS) CHOICES Tennessee General Assembly 2012 "Gateway Law" Planned Parenthood Community Care Fairs This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

Does volunteering really matter? In today's fast-paced culture of instant news cycles and drive-thru living, is setting aside time to invest my time and talent (not just my treasures) really impactful? Lori Evans of Junior League of Memphis and Jeremy Park of cityCURRENT share how volunteerism is the backbone of thriving cities and how to not only find but also power the good in Memphis. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Teachers' Lounge Memphis 101 TEDxMemphis Junior League of Memphis Regional One Health cityCURRENT New Memphis Fellows New Memphis LDI Junior League's Repeat Boutique WLOK Hope House Children's Museum of Memphis Volunteer Odyssey S3E11 "Let's Go VTO" S3E9 "Mobilizing Members to Impact Memphis" This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

"We all have these tools inside of us, we just need to learn how to use them." What if something you rarely think about had the power to transform your life and your health? As a supplement to medically based healthcare, mindful wellness programs can have a positive impact on productivity, effectiveness, and the general health of individuals, organizations, and communities. Joining us to talk about that today are Taylor Sommerville founder of Symmetry and Kemp Conrad, Principal at Commercial Advisors. We cover everything from breathing techniques and the importance of "The Symmetry Six" to how mouth-taping might be the key to more restful sleep. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Teachers' Lounge Memphis 101 TEDxMemphis Cushman Wakefield Commercial Advisors Symmetry XPT Contrast Therapy ("heat or fie and ice") Blue Zones "Live to 100: Secrets of Blue Zones" on Netflix Non-Sleep Deep Rest (NSDR) The Health & Human Performance Foundation PURE Academy Breathing for Kids resource Jaws: The Story of a Hidden Epidemic book Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art book Why We Sleep: Unlocking the Power of Sleep and Dreams book "The Breathing Diabetic" website and Instagram What Doesn't Kill Us: How Freezing Water, Extreme Altitude, and Environmental Conditioning Will Renew Our Lost Evolutionary Strength book This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

_ "When you empower Memphians to be innovators, you solve Memphis problems becasue you see what you're closest to."_ Is Memphis fertile ground for innovators? Entrepreneurship is rooted in innovation and job creation, two things that are critical to economic development and economic mobility. We’re chatting with experts on how collaboration and access are transforming the ways that Memphians are moving and shaking whole industries. Joining us for this conversation are Anthony Young of Epicenter Memphis and Audrey Willis of Code Crew to dig deeper into how collaboration and training can prepare a pipeline of talented individuals to live, work, play, and thrive right here in the 901. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Teachers' Lounge on September 10 Memphis 101 on September 17 TEDxMemphis: The miXtape Epicenter Memphis Code Crew LITE Memphis Junior Achievement Previous conversation S3E30 on the ethics of AI Audrey Willis was named as the Community Leader of the Year in Memphis magazine's MEMTech Awards Congressional App Challenge Code Crew's Annual Hackathon ZeroTo510 Patents2Products Post-Doc program at The University of Memphis Frayser Connect MedHaul This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

As a new school year begins, we want to take a deeper dive into the data of where Memphis is shining in the education sector, what challenges are at play, and how creative solutions are being implemented. To do this, we will be referencing the 2024 Memphis State of Education Report created by Memphis Education Fund. Tune in to get fired up about opportunities to create solutions for the future of Memphis. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Memphis Education Fund 2024 Memphis State of Education Report Memphis Lift TennesseeCAN Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) Formula Memphis Shelby County Schools Volunteer information Memphis Shelby County Schools Department of Education TN This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

On the heels of a sold out New Memphis Leadership Summit last week, it got us thinking about other leadership lessons we’ve learned along the way. Some have come from amazing facilitators, others from workshops, and more still from the TEDxMemphis stage. As Memphis gears up for another TEDx event on September 28, we wanted to focus in on a few of the lessons that are not only impactful to leadership at every stage, but also lessons for community activation and growth. Resources mentioned in this episode include: 2024 TEDxMemphis on September 28 Leslie Lynn Smith's 2016 TEDxMemphis Talk Ariana Glantz's 2020 TEDxMemphis Talk Eso Tolson's 2021 TEDxMemphis Talk Purchase tickets for 2024 TEDxMemphis here New Memphis leadership development programs Spillit "Marathon Not a Sprint" on August 22 Memphis 101 on September 17 This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

"You shouldn't have to travel outside of our city to have this multi-dimensional experience and playground, and I like to nickname it the multiverse of Memphis." How do global technological advancements impact local entertainment and tourism? It may come as no surprise, but Memphis is once again at the forefront of trends in the entertainment industry. The tech-savvy team behind Baron Von Opperbean and The River of Time joins us for a behind-the-scenes conversation about the diverse range of local talent coming together to blend technology, artistry, history and imagination to build an innovative, immersive experience that's reflective of the Buff City in more ways than one! Tune in to hear how this innovative amenity is putting Memphis on the map for traveling adventure-seekers and locals alike! Resources mentioned in this episode include: Live From Memphis Baron Von Opperbean and The River of Time BVO: Quadrant 360 Downtown Memphis Commission Christopher Reyes What is extended reality? via Forbes magazine Mud Island's Mississippi River Museum Memphis River Parks Partnership (MRPP) Tom Lee Park City Museum in St. Louis, Missouri Meow Wolf Immersive Art Exhibitions Libertyland Area 15 Afrofuturism This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

"We knew that we had an opportunity to be the difference. It is a challenge for those 18 to 25 years old currently; I need them to see themselves [in their elected officials]. They have the opportunity to be the change." It is election season, mane! This topic is mission critical all year long, but the need for courageous conversations is always heightened during this season. We're chatting with Shelby County Commission Chairwoman Miska Clay Bibbs about the nuances of the job, the need activation, and where and how citizens of Memphis and Shelby County can take that action. Resources mentioned in this episode include: Previous episodes focusing on civic opportunities include: Rock the Vote: Ballot Basics 101, On The Record: Ballot Basics 102, and A Conversation with Elected Officials State and federal primary and county general elections are just around the corner._ _For election details and a sample ballot, click here. Shelby County Commissioners Memphis Shelby County School Board Five Black women advance to general election, changing landscape of Shelby County Commission Teach for America Memphis Teach Plus New Memphis Fellows and LDI programs Memphis Challenge John Gaston Hospital that became Regional One Health Michael Whaley will be the next chairman of Shelby County Commission Contact information for Chairwoman Clay Bibbs includes email [email protected] and phone number 901-222-1000 This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.

"If we're looking at long term solutions, the changes need to be within the systems that prevent people from realizing the opportunities they can have." How would our city change if we collaborated more? New Memphis convened a series of  conversations with leaders from three visionary organizations who are revolutionizing the way Memphis develops and implements solutions. Hear how these big visions for big change are coming to life and learn how you can get involved to amplify access in this week's episode! Resources mentioned in this episode include: New Memphis Leadership Summit on August 9, 2024 TEDxMemphis on September 28, 2024 More for Memphis Slingshot Memphis The Collective Blueprint S4E18 Explore the Experiences BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee This episode is made possible in partnership with Independent Bank.