Best United Way Of Greater Charlottesville Podcasts (2025)

This week on Envision Radio, Markiana and Price welcome guest Raven Morris, creator of Super Hijinx, an action-adventure-comedy audio series about a homeschool family with superpowers. They discuss her background in engineering and computer science, making the jump into digital media design, her passion for storytelling through various mediums and …

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Episode 182 - Tiffany Edwards 1:04:49

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Markiana and Price chat with our guest Tiffany Edwards of TME Coaching and Consulting, LLC. They discuss her philosophy on learning, the importance of giving back to your community, the importance of an organization's culture, values, and vision, leadership advice, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 181 - Irene Mathieu 1:03:13

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Markiana and Price welcome Dr. Irène Mathieu to the studio to chat about how she brings together medicine and the arts in her work, why it's important for her to focus children's health equity, the poetry she's written and published, her most recent book milk tongue and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 180 - Jackie Morris 55:31

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Markiana and Price chat with Jackie Morris, local multi-hyphenate ("daughter, sister, aunt, wife and aspiring mother" and also "a caregiver, a creative, a dancer, a lover of music, food, and art"). She also works at Central Virginia Community Justice as a Restorative Justice Facilitator. They discuss going from attending Charlottesville City School…

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Episode 179 - Yolunda Harrell 1:07:24

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On this episode of Envision Radio, Markiana and Price welcome Yolunda Harrell, co-founder of New Hill Development, to the studio! They discuss her experience as a CEO and entrepreneur, the history of Vinegar Hill and Black communities in Charlottesville and their inspiration on her work, how she lives by the Golden Rule (to give more than you recei…

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Episode 177 - Kori Price 1:05:24

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We chat with Kori Price, who owns her own photography business Kori Price Photography! She talks to Markiana and Price about managing her diverse professional interests (including both art and engineering), acting as the current president (and founding member) of the Charlottesville Black Arts Collective, being a writer in-residence at McGuffey Art…

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Episode 178 - Kristina Smith 1:02:18

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Markiana and Price chat with Kristina Smith, Executive Director of Georgia’s Friends about her experience supporting individuals impacted by addiction, mental health challenges, and systemic barriers, working in the foster care system, the power of being seen and supported, and more!By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 176 - Sydney Shuler 58:49

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For this week’s episode, we are chatting with Sydney Shuler of the Center for Community Partnerships! She sits down with Markiana and Price to talk about her time in journalism at The Daily Progress, traveling to India as a 2022 Pulitzer Reporting Fellow, her interests in environmental justice, how she uses storytelling in her current work, and mor…

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Episode 175 - Price and Marki's Summer Special 58:29

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This episode is a special one for Envision Radio! Welcome to Markiana and Price's Summer Special! Our cohosts recap the exciting things they've been up to this summer, discuss the Mississippi Miracle, chat about the Charlottesville nonprofit community, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 174 - Shymora Cooper 1:01:03

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We're welcoming Shymora Cooper to the studio for this week's episode! She'll chat with Markiana and Price about her work at Piedmont Housing Alliance as the manager of their Financial Opportunity Center and Housing Hub, her insights after 20 years working to expand affordable housing and homeownership in our region, how being a mother has shaped he…

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Episode 170 - Melissa Vargas 1:02:17

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This week we're welcoming Melissa Vargas to the #EnvisionRadio studio. She brings an extensive background in nonprofits and reproductive justice to her current work with Mama Bees Collectiva and her training to be a Spanish-speaking Full spectrum doula. Join as we discuss how she elevates and centers the stories of Latinx mothers and caregivers, ho…

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Episode 171 - Sarad Davenport 1:03:46

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This week on #EnvisionRadio we're chatting with Sarad Davenport, owner of Davenport Strategic Innovation & Design and Chief of Operations for Vinegar Hill Magazine, and Marketing Chair on our own Board of Directors! We'll chat about how to tell stories that resonate, how to contribute meaningfully to your community, and more. Brought to you in part…

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Episode 172 - Charley Burton 1:04:15

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This week on #EnvisionRadio we're welcoming Charley Burton to the studio! Charley is a native of Charlottesville and shared his life story about surviving abuse, addiction, mental illness, and gender dysphoria in his book The Boy Beneath My Skin. We'll also discuss his other projects including founding STEP (Supporting Trans Elder Project), becomin…

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Episode 173 - Terrel White 1:04:36

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This week on #EnvisionRadio Marki and Price chat with Terrel White of the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation (CACF)! They'll discuss his work in social change and nonprofits, launching his agency Werq Consulting, being a part of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, his appreciation for Virginia's vineyards, and more! Brought to you in partnership wit…

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Episode 169 - Lisa Harris 59:21

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This week's #EnvisionRadio guest is Lisa Harris, who has spent more than 20 years working in academic, health systems, automotive, HR, marketing, and financial services sectors. She's been with University of Virginia Human Resources since 2018 and even ran her own educational consulting business, LA Harris Dare to Bear Fruit, LLC before that. We'll…

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Episode 168 - Simona Holloway 1:07:34

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This week we're welcoming Simona Holloway to the #EnvisionRadio studio! Join in as we talk about how she spent 36 years helping clients find transportation solutions for all budgets, lifestyles, and more with Colonial Auto Center, her role as a community leader over the years via organizations including JABA Charlottesville and Women United in Phil…

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Episode 167 - Kelsey Waters 1:03:47

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Join Markiana and Price as they welcome Kelsey Waters, Provider Network Coordinator and a Network2Work Coach for Network2Work@PVCC to the Envision Radio studio to discuss her experience with the US Air Force, going from seeking a job with Network2Work to her current role, her involvement with The Haven, advice for jobseekers including students and …

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Episode 166 - Raye Elliott 57:07

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This week on #EnvisionRadio Markiana and Price host Raye Elliott, Co-Founder and Executive Director of FLIPP Inc, a Dillwyn-based nonprofit that works to reduce employment barriers for disadvantaged populations and empower low-income communities with renewable energy training. Join us for a conversation about her inspiration behind FLIPP, Inc, bala…

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Episode 165 - Judy Jones Pointer 1:04:19

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This week on #EnvisionRadio we're chatting with Judy Jones Pointer, who has served 16 years at the Program Administrator for the Office for Diversity at the UVA School of Medicine! We'll chat about defining moments in her role, her work increasing opportunities for underrepresented students, her engagement with community organizations like Women Un…

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Episode 164 - Jala Tyler 51:51

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This week on #EnvisionRadio we're chatting with Jala Tyler of Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP)! As the Marketing and Outreach Manager for LEAP, she'll tell us about her thoughts on the intersection of environmentalism and community development, what challenges she sees local communities facing in being environmentally sustainable, her passion f…

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Episode 163 - Dr. Tamara Ryan 1:02:28

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We're chatting with Tamara Ryan this week on #EnvisionRadio! As the Coordinator of Equity and Inclusion with County of Albemarle we'll discuss the challenges facing equity and inclusion efforts in Albemarle, her thoughts on what it takes to create an inclusive community, how she stays motivated, and more!…

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Episode 162 - Dr. Mariane Asad Doyle 1:03:54

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This week on #EnvisionRadio we're talking with Dr. Mariane Doyle, Executive Director/CEO of Center for Nonprofit Excellence! We'll chat about her career in education and public policy, how working in both nonprofit and for-profit organizations has shaped her leadership style, and more!By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 161 - Lo Davis 1:07:59

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This week on #EnvisionRadio we're talking with Lo Davis of Cav Futures and Cav Futures Foundation! We'll chat about his time as a student athlete, his passion for sports and community engagement, and more!By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 160 - Latricia Giles 1:09:16

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This week on #EnvisionRadio we're welcoming Latricia Giles of Charlottesville Public Housing Association of Residents - PHAR! Latricia is an advocate and activist for justice and focuses on issues like economic inequity, housing justice, and climate justice.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 158 - Martize Tolbert 1:05:02

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This week on Envision Radio we're welcoming Martize Tolbert to the studio! Martize is currently the National Director of Client and Community Engagement at The Fountain Fund, where, in his own words, he is "a walking manifestation of the organization's success." We'll chat about his job and journey to get there, his extensive travels, the Guns Down…

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Episode 157 - Zach Hall 57:08

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This week we're chatting with Zach Hall on #EnvisionRadio! Zach is a Charlottesville native entrepreneur and music artist, so we'll chat about the influences that shaped his passion for music and entrepreneurism, incorporating nonprofit initiatives into his businesses, how he helps other music creators, and more.…

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Episode 156 - Valerie Gregory 1:03:56

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This week we're welcoming Valerie Gregory to #EnvisionRadio! We'll chat about her journey as a local teacher, elementary school principal, and work in higher education, the importance of equity in early education, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 155 - Tasia White 1:01:25

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This week in our 155 episode we're welcoming Tasia White to #EnvisionRadio! Tasia is currently the Director of Program Management & Strategic Initiatives at the Piedmont Housing Alliance, a Real Estate Agent, AND Rapper!! We'll chat about how she started her music journey, upcoming music projects, her work promoting financial literacy for all and m…

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Episode 154 - Marki and Price Holiday Special 59:40

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This week is a Price and Marki Holiday Special! No guest this week just our two favorite #EnvisionRadio hosts talking about everything under the sun! We'll chat about all things Charlottesville, Holiday traditions, the best holiday songs, a look back on our year, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode #153 - Jay James 48:48

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This week we're welcoming Jay James to #EnvisionRadio! Jay is currently the Sports Director for the Charlottesville Radio Group and the Intake Director of The Bridge Ministry. We'll chat about how he started his journey in radio, the importance of the Bridge Ministry, all things sports and more. Jay is also the person who helps make Envision Radio …

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Episode #152 - Juana Dent 1:13:17

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This week we're welcoming Juana Dent to #EnvisionRadio! Juana is the Entrepreneurial Impact Manager at the Community Investment Collaborative (CIC). We'll chat about her role in helping local entrepreneurs make a plan for their businesses, what inspired her to start her own business, balancing motherhood with her career and more.…

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Episode #151 - Deanna McDonald 58:06

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This week we're welcoming Deanna McDonald to #EnvisionRadio! Deanna is the Founder of RN HEARTwork, LLC. We'll chat about her role as a community health worker, health equity for underserved communities, her faith during difficult times, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 150 - Carrington Epperson 1:11:12

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Markiana and Price chat with Carrington Epperson, owner of Chanterelle Cafe, to talk about her passion for vegan and allergy-friendly baking, her newsletter Nurturing Wind, living in the countryside, and more. She brought some of her vegan chocolate chip cookies for us to try, and we can confirm: 1,000/10.…

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Episode 149 - Doreen Bonnet & Lisa Brown 1:06:14

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Markiana and Price sit down with Doreen and Lisa of the Birth Sisters of Charlottesville. They'll chat about their diverse backgrounds and skills that lead them to their current journey, their approaches to supporting women during childbirth, how they address disparities in maternal health, and more.…

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Episode 148 - Kisha Bwenge 56:44

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This week Marki and Price chat with Kisha Bwenge of the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation, where she is helping to better understand and meet the needs of organizations in our region. They'll also discuss her involvement in the Catchafire Program, being an Equity & Feedback Fellow, some of her hobbies including hosting a cookbook club and r…

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Episode 146 - Lance Blakey 1:03:24

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This week Markiana and Price welcome Charlottesville Fire Department Battalion Chief Lance Blakey to the studio to discuss being the first African American Battalion Chief in the department's history, why he pursued a career in the fire service, how involvement in community programs like Stop-The-Bleed training and Girls Fire Camp, and more.…

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Episode 147 - Stacy Rush 58:17

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Markiana and Price sit down with Stacy Rush, owner of Plumm's Place Catering and Gullah Kitchen, to chat about growing up cooking, switching careers, the inspiration behind her Low Country and soulful infusion recipes, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 144 - Ty'Leik Chambers 1:05:53

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Ty'Leik Chambers of Monticello and the NAACP Virginia State Conference joins Marki and Price to chat about advocating for civil and social justice, his involvement in the #CancelStudentLoanDebt initiative, his professional work at Monticello, what he does with 100 Black Men of America, Inc. and more.…

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Episode 145 - Dr. Tamika L. Carey 1:02:49

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This week Marki and Price welcome Dr. Tamika L. Carey, Associate Professor at UVA and published author of Rhetorical Healing: The Reeducation of Contemporary Black Womanhood! They'll chat about her award-winning interdisciplinary work in African American Rhetorics, Black Women’s Writing and Intellectual Histories, her thoughts on the media portraya…

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Episode 138 - Lauren Harris 57:59

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Marki and Price chat with Lauren Harris of Center for Nonprofit Excellence about her educational journey and career path, her passions for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusivity, how she is committed to making a meaningful impact, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 139 - Nadirah Muhammad 1:11:55

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Nadirah Muhammad of Story House Real Estate tells Marki and Price about how she contributes to her local community including serving on several local organizations and boards, her career in marketing, her hopes for seeing the vibrancy of Charlottesville continue to thrive, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 140 - Dr. Alvin Edwards 1:05:17

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Dr. Alvin Edwards of Mt. Zion First African Baptist Church chats with Marki and Price about his time as Mayor of the City of Charlottesville, being on many community boards (including the Charlottesville School Board, Charlottesville Redevelopment Housing Authority, Charlottesville/Albemarle Boys and Girls Club, and more), his hopes for continuing …

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Episode 141 - Nulia Obiorah and Willa Simmons 1:00:32

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Nulia Obiorah and Willa Simmons, the United Way of Greater Charlottesville summer interns through Bank of America's Student Leaders program, join Marki and Price to chat about their experience with the program, future goals, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 142 - John Thompson 1:01:41

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Marki and price welcome John Thompson, a dedicated advocate for youth and equitable practices in the juvenile justice system, to the studio. Currently, John works for the Department of Human Services, where he is deeply involved in what he calls "Trench Work," immersing himself in communities and families to better understand their needs and advoca…

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Episode 143 - Dana Little 1:08:32

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Dana Little, Assistant Professor of Writing and Rhetoric at UVA, chats with Marki and Price about her research in digital literacy and AI, her upcoming book Factional Futures: Understanding the Social Media Genre of Factions, her podcast featuring her digital twin persona/AI mystic Dr. Wu, and plenty more.…

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Episode 137- Tristan Kabesa 1:02:04

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This week, Marki and Price get to know Tristan Kabesa and his inspiring story of coming to the US from the Democratic Republic of Congo. They discuss his experiences growing up helping the less fortunate and continuing into adulthood by founding "Come as You Are" or CAYA.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 136 - Tamica Jean-Charles 59:01

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Marki and Price chat with Tamica Jean-Charles on her journey in journalism, becoming Charlottesville Tomorrow’s education and families reporter, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville

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Episode 135 - Karita Cunningham 1:02:19

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This week, we're chatting with Karita Cunningham, owner of local daycare Rita's Bright Beginnings. We'll discuss the lessons she's learned through her work in childcare, her journey to directing her own center, maintaining a positive attitude, and more.By United Way of Greater Charlottesville