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In this installment of Practically Speaking, we talk to Cultural Anthropologist Clinton Nichols about the larger social implications of celebrities (like Frank Ocean) who have decided to come out. He also talks about what it means to be Black and Gay in America.

We also talk about the legacy of Bayard Rustin, an African-American Civil Rights-Era activist who organized the March on Washington. But, he was pushed out of the spotlight because he was also Gay.

Plus, we revisit an interview with Pastor Phil of the Lawndale Christian Church.

Practically Speaking airs fresh episodes Saturdays at 1pm CST on vocalo.org, and over the air at 89.5fm and 90.7fm in Chicago. You can also catch a re-broadcast Fridays at 11am. Visit vocalo.org and press play.

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On this installment of Practically Speaking, we hear from a young, female phD candidate of color. Kellen Marshall is also a mother of three small children. She talks about the balancing act of sustaining motherhood and career. She also talks about her work in the field of Ecology.

Speaking of Women in Science and Technology, we also get an update from Shaqueisha Davis, one of the Chi Tech Academy students we profiled a few weeks ago. Since then, she’s participated in the White House Science Fair. The teen was interviewed by LeVar Burton (Roots, Reading Rainbow, Star Trek: The Next Generation) and by Bill Nye The Science Guy. She didn’t know who either of them were. But, the experience, as a whole is one she’ll never forget.

Plus we hear from students and staff at Lorenzo Smith School in Pembroke Township, IL. Pembroke is a small, mostly black, rural community about 60 miles outside of Chicago. Their school, much like many schools in the Chicago Public School System, is under the threat of closure. We talk to them about how their school is a lifeline and a cultural institution in their community.

Featuring Music by Roy Ayers, Jamie Woon, and Janelle Monae.

Catch fresh installment of Practically Speaking Saturdays at 1pm on vocalo.org(89.5fm NWI/Chi, 90.7fm Chi), with a rebroadcasts Fridays at 11am.

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On this installment of Practically Speaking, we hear audio from host Audra Wilson’s trip to Israel. During the trip she talked with Michal, an Ethiopian Jew, about the struggles her people face as immigrants. Even though the Ethiopian immigrants are Jewish, they still often face hardship as ‘outsiders’.

Audra also talks to two local people standing squarely in two worlds: Rabbi Funnye, an African-American Jew with a Synagogue on the South Side of Chicago, and Gaylon Alcaraz, a woman who is half Mexican and half Black.

Featuring music from The Dahlak Band, Arthur Verocai, and Los Socios del Ritmos

Catch all new episodes of Practically Speaking Saturdays at 1pm on Vocalo.org, 89.5fm (NWI) and 90.7fm (CHI).

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On this installment of Practically Speaking, host Audra Wilson talks to Dr. Pancho McFarland about Polyculturalism, the Black presence in Mexican Culture, and more. We also hear music from:
Jesus C. Acosta & the Professionals, Los Gaiteros de San Jacinto, Afro-Mexican vocalist Toña la Negra and others that reflect the give and take of Latin and African Cultures.

Later in the show, we’ll hear from Todd Belcore, a young attorney fighting to help people with convictions on their criminal record to truly start fresh.

Speaking of fresh, catch all new episodes of Practically Speaking Saturdays at 1pm on Vocalo.org, 89.5fm (NWI) and 90.7fm (CHI).

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In case you missed Episode 6 of Practically Speaking (original airdate Saturday March 23rd, 2013), here it is…

On this installment of Practically Speaking, host Audra Wilson talks to Martin Woods, a young, black opera singer from the West Side of Chicago. He talks about the challenges and the rewards of taking “the road less traveled”.

She also uncovers two educational initiatives that are building inroads for young women to enter the world of Technology.

New installments of Practically Speaking air Saturdays at 1pm (CST) on http://vocalo.org, 89.5fm (NW Indy) and 90.7fm (CHI)

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In this installment of Practically Speaking, host Audra Wilson talks with Larry about his long road into (and out of) addiction.

We also hear behind the scenes tape of local choreographer Joel Hall. He talks about the importance of mentoring young people, and how he’s helping to build up a new generation of dancers.

We also hear producer Ayana Contreras’ review of “Broken Strings” a 1940 race movie about a classical violinist and his son. His son causes a rift when he decides he’s rather play “swing” than classical music.

You can catch fresh episodes of Practically Speaking on Saturdays at 1pm on 89.5fm (NWI) and 90.7fm (CHI) or vocalo.org

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In this installment of Practically Speaking, we explore the world of people who have trailblazed the world of classical music. What struggles do black opera singers, composers, and musicians face? Do black experiences lend a different filter to traditional classical work?

Host Audra Wilson talks to dance legend Joel Hall and Alan Marshall, the librettist of a new Civil Rights opera called “The March”.

Plus, from “Proper” to “Patois”, we discover Slang that’s Lost in Translation. Audra talks with Omar (a student) and Clinton (a Cultural Anthropologist) as we unpack the hierarchy of language.

Audra also reviews the impact of Shirley Chisholm, a trailblazing woman of color who ran for president back in the 1970s.

Also featuring music by Emily King and Sister Nancy.

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On the Council of Feminist Thought this week is Audra Wilson, host of Vocalo’s newest talk show Practically Speaking, and Britt Julious, blogger at WBEZ and editor at This Recording. The Council asks whether we should expect more from mainstream comedy at the Oscars and discuss the controversy over the Onion’s Quvenzhané Wallis tweet and the public’s mixed reaction.

Brian Babylon: “Are they racist for putting that tweet out? No. It’s the reaction… Call Lena Dunham that and then you tell me how it turns out. Tell me about the kind of apologies and press conferences you would have to do.”

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Did you miss our new show last Saturday?  Never fear, the podcast is here.  Take a listen or catch our re-broadcast on Fridays at 11am. 

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Practically Speaking is a radio program based in Chicago that is hosted by Audra Wilson and produced by Ayana Contreras. Our goal is to talk about issues that meet at the intersection of race, culture, and class in fresh and meaningful ways.

Practically Speaking airs fresh episodes Saturdays at 1pm CST on vocalo.org, and over the air at 89.5fm and 90.7fm in Chicago. Visit http://vocalo.org and press play.

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