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Emma Parker
May 1, 2023
Women's Month Spotlight: Christa Harman
For our new series, we’ve been working with women around Columbus to highlight their businesses through the medium of video.
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Emma Parker
Mar 10, 2023
Jamie Blunt: Black Voices Project
We spoke to Jamie in the winter of ‘21 where we talked about overcoming some of the challenges covid posed to the program. To keep up with t
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Emma Parker
Mar 3, 2023
Lisa McLymont: Black Voices
Lisa came back into the studio to update me on her life as she balances her role at Equitas Health.
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Emma Parker
Feb 27, 2023
Letha Pugh: Black Voices Project
I will say, Emma, we are all kind of in this together. We all contribute to the betterment of people.
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Emma Parker
Feb 17, 2023
Vivian Edoja: Black Voices Project
As she juggles a corporate job, family life, and a business, there’s one thing Vivian Edoja is focused on: finding balance.
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Emma Parker
Feb 9, 2023
Joey Holbert (a.k.a Joey Aich): Black Voices Project
Joey Holbert (a.k.a Joey Aich), a lyricist and creative, came into the studio to share what brings him joy and inspiration.
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Emma Parker
Apr 4, 2022
Created by Disruptive Philanthropy; The Women's Fund of Central Ohio
The Women’s Fund of Central Ohio is a public foundation that came to mind when trying to think of public foundations in Ohio that help...
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Emma Parker
Mar 31, 2022
Natalie’s IS the Music Scene
Chances are that if you are in the music scene then you've either attended a show at Natalie's, worked there, and/or performed there....
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Emma Parker
Mar 17, 2022
April Sunami; A Mixed Media Painter who Helps Lift the Community
When coming up with a list of badass women to highlight for Women’s History month, April Sunami, along with a couple of other selected women
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Emma Parker
Mar 14, 2022
Krizzia Yanga; Filipino Owner & Leader in Columbus
Krizzia Yanga, a leader and entrepreneur in the Columbus Restaurant industry.
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Emma Parker
Feb 9, 2022
Uplifting and Creating Space for Black Trans & Non-Binary Folk
Uplifting and Creating Space for the Trans and non-binary community during Black History Month.
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Emma Parker
Jan 18, 2022
2021 Weddings
And…….. That’s a Wrap! 2021 was one for the books. We continued to navigate through many highs, lows, and uncertainties. But through...
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Emma Parker
Sep 21, 2021
That's a wrap; Trans Visibility Gallery SUCCESS
WOW! What an amazing weekend we had. The #TransVisibilityGallery was such a huge success, and we owe it to all of our lovely participants...
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Emma Parker
Sep 10, 2021
7 Days Until the TransVisibility Gallery!!!
Wooohooo!! As we approach the #TransVisibility gallery, there are some exciting updates to share with y'all. Most importantly, Friday...
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Emma Parker
Aug 6, 2021
Trans Visibility Gallery Tickets!
Ahhh, I am so very excited to update everyone on the great joy I've been basking in! A few weeks ago we hit our goal of $6,000 raised for...
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