CAIC Community Convos: Recent Episodes

CAIC Community Convos

A community podcast from the Southeast Side of Chicago. We discuss our contact tracing journey, living through a pandemic, community issues, etc! Join the convo!

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On the second episode of 2024 Cathi, Danny, Kasmrinh, and Yessenia continue the discussion on Men’s Mental Health and the stigma around it. They are joined by Sam Gomez,Eugene Muhammad, Jamil Muhammad, and Tommy Talley.About our Guests:Sam Gomez - Local resident, veteran, and activist for nearly 20 years.samg8515@gmail.com https://beacons.ai/ontfhttps://www.facebook.com/ontmedia?mibextid=PtKPJ9Eugene Muhammad- “I’m a Morehouse Man. Current Doctoral student at Governors State University and I also work a a Development Officer at Governors State for the department of institutional Advancement. I’m also a co-found of Emprana incorporated.”IG: @Emprana_incwww.emprana.orgJamil Muhammad - “Chicago native & 5th years as a science educator in Chicagoland. I have obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology & a Master of Science degree in Biotechnology Management. I have dedicated my style of education to promote healthy lifestyle habits and decisions. My social media has the theme of mental health, physical health & environmental health.”IG: @krishnafist & @empranainc & @grandpa.photographyTommy Talley - a father of 3, author,and mental health advocate. "I’m a life student, but I know my calling is serving others. That’s where I feel most confident & fulfilled... it’s where I thrive.” Tommy is President and Executive Director of Tommy Talks. Tommy Talks, a Chicago based nonprofit, promotes normalizing and improving mental health through creative arts, education, and peer support. You can go to www.tommytalksnpo.org and find all kinds of information, activities, resources, and professionals.@iamtommytalksThis episode was recorded at The Invert Chicago. The Invert Chicago is a real estate development company with an innovative plan to remediate and revitalize a 144 acre site on the southeast side into a sustainable economic hub. Follow them on Instagram @theinvertchi or Facebook The Invert. You can also visit their website at www.theinvertchicago.com to learn more.For more information on CAIC, please visit their website www.calumetareaindustrial.comMake sure to follow us on Social Medial!!IG: @communtyconvospodhttps://www.instagram.com/communityconvospod?igsh=MXB4aTg5ZmY0bXBmbA==FB: @caiccoe https://www.facebook.com/CAICCOEWant to come on the show or have a question for us? Email us at cathi@calumetareaindustrial.com

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On the first episode of 2024 Cathi, Danny, Kasmrinh, and Yessenia continue the discussion on Men’s Mental Health and the stigma around it. They are joined by Sam Gomez,Eugene Muhammad, Jamil Muhammad, and Tommy Talley. About our Guests:Sam Gomez - Local resident and activist for nearly 20 years. samg8515@gmail.com Eugene Muhammad- “I’m a Morehouse Man. Current Doctoral student at Governors State University and I also work a a Development Officer at Governors State for the department of institutional Advancement. I’m also a co-found of Emprana incorporated.” IG: @Emprana_inc www.emprana.orgJamil Muhammad - “Chicago native & 5th years as a science educator in Chicagoland. I have obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology & a Master of Science degree in Biotechnology Management. I have dedicated my style of education to promote healthy lifestyle habits and decisions. My social media has the theme of mental health, physical health & environmental health.” IG: @krishnafist & @empranainc & @grandpa.photographyTommy Talley - a father of 3, author,and mental health advocate. "I’m a life student, but I know my calling is serving others. That’s where I feel most confident & fulfilled... it’s where I thrive.” Tommy is President and Executive Director of Tommy Talks. Tommy Talks, a Chicago based nonprofit, promotes normalizing and improving mental health through creative arts, education, and peer support. www.tommytalksnpo.org@iamtommytalksThis episode was recorded at The Invert Chicago. The Invert Chicago is a real estate development company with an innovative plan to remediate and revitalize a 144 acre site on the southeast side into a sustainable economic hub. Follow them on Instagram @theinvertchi or Facebook The Invert. You can also visit their website at www.theinvertchicago.com to learn more.For more information on CAIC, please visit their website www.calumetareaindustrial.com Make sure to follow us on Social Medial!! IG: @communtyconvospod https://www.instagram.com/communityconvospod?igsh=MXB4aTg5ZmY0bXBmbA== FB: @caiccoe https://www.facebook.com/CAICCOE Want to come on the show or have a question for us? Email us at cathi@calumetareaindustrial.com

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Join the convo as we discuss Men’s Mental Health and the stigma around it. For more information on CAIC, please visit their website www.calumetareaindustrial.com Make sure to follow us on Social Medial!! IG: @communtyconvospod https://www.instagram.com/communityconvospod/ FB: @caiccoe https://www.facebook.com/CAICCOE Want to come on the show or have a question for us? Email us at cathi@calumetareaindustrial.com

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On this week's episode of CAICs Community Convos, we sit down with Dr. Ines Guillén, DNP. Join the convo as we discuss the obstacles and accomplishments of Dr. Guillén and the challenges the Hispanic community see in the Sciences.For more information on CAIC, please visit their website www.calumetareaindustrial.comMake sure to follow us on Social Medial!!IG: @communtyconvospodhttps://www.instagram.com/communityconvospod/FB: @caiccoehttps://www.facebook.com/CAICCOEWant to come on the show or have a question for us? Email us at cathi@calumetareaindustrial.com

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On this week's episode of CAICs Community Convos, we sit down with the core team as we discuss our latest program. Join the convo with Yessenia, Monika, Catherine, Claudia and Danny as we share what Tobacco Cessation is and how the community has responded to it.For more information on CAIC, please visit their website www.calumetareaindustrial.comMake sure to follow us on Social Medial!!IG: @communtyconvospodhttps://www.instagram.com/communityconvospod/FB: @caiccoehttps://www.facebook.com/CAICCOEWant to come on the show or have a question for us? Email us at cathi@calumetareaindustrial.com

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Today we have a convo with the core! Join us as we discuss what causes us stress and how we manage it. Make sure to follow us on IG @communityconvospod

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On this week's episode of CAICs Community Convos, Yessenia and Catherine sit down with Jacqueline Garcia and Maria Briseño from Chicago Family Health Center. 

Join the convo as they discuss the importance of Breast Cancer Awareness and the Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program that they office at CFHC. 

For more information on CAIC, please visit their website www.calumetareaindustrial.com

Thank you to our guests for joining us!

BCCP--Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program

Jacqueline Garcia--nurse

jagarcia@chicagofamilyhealth.org

773 364-2358

Maria Briseño--Navigator

mbriseno@chicagofamilyhealth.org

773 364-2359

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Want to come on the show or have a question for us? Email us at cathi@calumetareaindustrial.com

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On this week's episode of CAICs Community Convos, we sit down with the book club group to discuss the many great books and podcasts we are currently reading/listening to.

Join the convo with Yessenia, Aimee, Monica, and Danny as we share what is on our To Be Read list. 

For more information on CAIC, please visit their website www.calumetareaindustrial.com

Make sure to follow us on Social Medial!!

IG: @communtyconvospod

https://www.instagram.com/communityconvospod/

FB: @caiccoe

https://www.facebook.com/CAICCOE

Want to come on the show or have a question for us? Email us at cathi@calumetareaindustrial.com

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On this week's episode of CAICs Community Convos, we sit down with a few members of the Calumet Area Industrial Commission (CAIC) staff to discuss the many programs that they offer. 

Join the convo with Yessenia, Catherine, and our very special guests Regional Business Coordinator Tracy Murray and Vice-President of Talent Development Craig Schmidt

For more information on CAIC, please visit their website www.calumetareaindustrial.com

Make sure to follow us on Social Medial!!

IG: @communtyconvospod

https://www.instagram.com/communityconvospod/

FB: @caiccoe

https://www.facebook.com/CAICCOE

Want to come on the show or have a question for us? Email us at cathi@calumetareaindustrial.com

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On this week's episode of CAICs Community Convos, we sit down with a few of the moms on our team to discuss the obstacles we faced as parents during the pandemic. 

Join the convo with Yessenia, Cathi, Catherine, Reynonda, Lisa, Armani and our very special guest LaSondra Chancellor

Make sure to follow us on Social Medial!!

IG: @communtyconvospod

https://www.instagram.com/communityconvospod/

FB: @caiccoe

https://www.facebook.com/CAICCOE

Want to come on the show or have a question for us? Email us at cathi@calumetareaindustrial.com

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On this week's episode of CAICs Community Convos, we sit down with a few members of or team and reminisce on what we went through as students when the pandemic first started.

Part 2 of a 2-part episode

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IG: @communtyconvospod

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FB: @caiccoe

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Want to come on the show or have a question for us? Email us at cathi@calumetareaindustrial.com

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On this week's episode of CAIC's Community Convos, we sit down with a few members of our team and reminisce on what we went through as students when the pandemic first started. 

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On the very first episode of CAIC's Community Convos, you get to hear from members of the Calumet Area Industrial Commission (CAIC) Community Outreach Team. Get to know some of the members and find out what a contact tracer and community outreach worker is.