In this special episode of Disinvested, we examine how the COVID-19 crisis has exposed longstanding racial and economic disparities across the country, and what we can do to rebound from the pandemic as a stronger and more resilient country.

Episode 7: What Does it Mean to Be Part of a Community?

Dec 16th, 2019 39m 31s

For our final episode, we asked nearly 100 people the same question: What does it mean to be part of a community? As you might expect, we received a wide array of answers. People shared what their community means to them, and what they view as

Episode 6: Arts & Culture

Dec 5th, 2019 40m 25s

Arts and culture are not just nice… they’re necessary. They contribute to economic growth, build skills for the modern workforce and create community across generations. In this episode, we’ll explore how arts and culture can do even more for o

Episode 5: What is a Basic Human Need?

Nov 21st, 2019 39m 51s

When we think of basic human needs, we usually think of food and shelter. And while those are critical, it’s time we expand the definition of a basic human need. How do we offer people the supports they need to overcome barriers and become full

Episode 4: College vs. Non-College

Nov 14th, 2019 41m 16s

When we were growing up, students were divided in two paths: College and Non-College. That type of thinking has changed. How do we ensure that everyone gets a quality education and goes on to a successful career and life? We talk to educators,

Episode 3: Careers, Not Jobs

Nov 8th, 2019 44m 20s

A number of people in our region face barriers to employment that prevent them from reaching their full potential. In this episode, we’ll talk about Skill Attainment and Workforce Development. How do we help people find not just jobs, but caree

Episode 2: Community Safety

Oct 31st, 2019 48m 4s

We all want to live in a community that is safe and vibrant, but for too many residents of the Hartford region, crime and violence are a part of life. In this episode, we explore the effects of violence and trauma, and ask what we can do to cre

Episode 1: An Economy for Everyone

Oct 24th, 2019 49m 34s

Disinvested is a podcast about the resilience of an American city and how we can build a stronger and more inclusive community from the ground up. Our first episode is about Inclusive Economic and Community Development. In this episode, we dis