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Listen to conversations about Newark's community, economic development, public safety, and more all led by host, Mayor Ras J. Baraka and co-host Desiree Hadley. On the Ras in 60 podcast Mayor Baraka is joined by guests who are doing the critical work to move Newark forward. Stay informed on Newark Subscribe to the show! Share this podcast with your friends and family
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April 28, 2025
Mayor Ras J. Baraka delivers the 2025 State of the City Address, outlining key initiatives and future plans for the city in this special episode.
October 2, 2024
The newest season of Ras in 60 has arrived, sparking excitement and anticipation! We hope your summer was a fantastic mix of fun, relaxation, and endless possibilities! In this thrilling season premiere of season 5, Hosts Mayor Baraka and Desireé Hadley kick things off with a detailed conversation about affordable housing with, Deputy Mayor/ Director of the Department of Economic and Housing Development, Allison Ladd. This segment is followed up by a discussion with Invest Newark's Chief Business Development Officer and Director of Marketing, Emily Manz who talks about Invest Newark’s initiative of investing dollars into local small businesses through their Retail Reactivation Plan and the three chat it up about Newark’s Restaurant Week. Restaurant week is from October 25th - November 3rd. But wait, the excitement doesn't stop there! The hosts are later dive into the 2024-5 school year and the 10-Point Youth Literacy Action Plan with Newark Superintendent Roger Léon and the Director of Newark's Office of Comprehensive Community Education, Dr. Sharnee Brown. The guests discuss how the 10-Point Youth Literacy Action Plan is being incorporated into Newark schools and across all youth programming and extracurricular activities. The group dives into strategies and tips on what families, educators, and community members can do to ensure our young people reach their fullest potential in the classroom. Watch/Listen now on your favorite streaming platform! people reach their fullest potential in the classroom. Watch/Listen now on your favorite streaming platform! Audio Engineer: Carter "Roc" Mangan Jr. www.TheRocProductions.com
June 24, 2024
<p>Summers in Newark are full of free community entertainment, activations and events for the entire family. From Newark's youth to their seniors and everyone in between - summers are sure to keep you entertained and busy. On this episode of <strong>Ras in 60</strong>, Mayor Baraka and co-host Desiree discuss <em>International Pride Month</em>, <em>Newark Pride</em> and the <em>2024 Summer Fun</em> line up. </p> <p>Ras in 60 hosts are joined by the cast of the 2005-2006 Logo Network scripted series Noah’s Ark to discuss their show’s impact and their special appearance in Newark on <strong>June 29<sup>th</sup></strong>. Included in this conversation are the Newark LGBTQIA Commissioners, Susu Stewart, Della Walker and Citi Medina who all discuss the LGBTQIA events scheduled to take place during the <em>North 2 Shore Festival, International Pride Month </em>and<em> Newark Pride month</em>. </p> <p>On the second half of the show Mayor Baraka and co-host, Desiree discuss Newark’s Summer Fun line up. They are joined by the Director of the Arts and Education District, Victoria Walker, the Director of the Newark City Parks Foundation, Marcy DePina and the Director of Recreation, Cultural Affairs and Senior Services, Donnell Redding to discuss the plethora of family fun programming scheduled to take place throughout the summer. From the senior all white yacht party to Newark’s annual Father’s Day picnic to the Afro Beats Festival, to community movie nights, the City of Newark will be activated with events sure to embrace our sense of community while keeping the entire family outside and thoroughly entertained this summer.</p> <p>Listen in now to hear the exciting list of programming scheduled for our Newark community. For a cohesive list of <strong>Newark Summer Fun</strong> programming, visit <strong>Summerfuninnewark.com.</strong></p>
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Listen to conversations about Newark's community, economic development, public safety, and more all led by host, Mayor Ras J. Baraka and co-host Desiree Hadley. On the Ras in 60 podcast Mayor Baraka is joined by guests who are doing the critical work to move Newark forward.
Stay informed on Newark Subscribe to the show! Share this podcast with your friends and family
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