Evanston Rules
In our podcast, EVANSTON RULES, we explore the history and stories of people who have made a difference in our town. Voices of the past, present, and future cross-stitch a tapestry of our community: the opportunities, disparities, legacies, what's been lost and what can be found. Where are we now? How did we get here? Where do we go from here? In Evanston Rules, we’ll explore different historical perspectives and create a new paradigm, one that collectively empowers all Evanstonians. Our value words: Inclusion, Acceptance, Equity and Love drive our work and our conversations. Join us on Evanston Rules. Come to Understand!
Episodes
40 episodes
The Heart of Community Hospital with Carlis Sutton, Part 2
“Echoes of Evanston: The Soul of Community Hospital” is a multi-part creative collaboration that explores the often overlooked history of the Evanston Sanitarium, later known as Community Hospital. This institution served the Black commu...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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25:12
The Heart of Community Hospital with Carlis Sutton
Overview of "Echoes of Evanston: The Soul of Community Hospital"“Echoes of Evanston: The Soul of Community Hospital” is a multi-part creative collaboration that explores the often overlooked history of the Evanston Sanitarium, lat...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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24:00
Schenita Stewart: Enforcing Evanston Rules
In this episode, we had the pleasure of interviewing Schenita Stewart, Evanston's first Black female police chief. She shared personal photos of her family and spoke about the significant influences in her life. We discussed her experien...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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39:41
Marcus Campbell: Making History In Education
Dr. Marcus Campbell is making history in education, reshaping the landscape through his unwavering commitment to equity. Taking actionable steps, Dr. Campbell, in our 6th episode of Season Three, shares insights as the superintendent of Evansto...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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30:11
Allan Alson: Building Equity
In "Building Equity" our 5th episode from Season Three, we speak with Dr. Allan Alson, the former superintendent of Evanston Township High School, District 202. Dr. Alson talks about his move to Evanston, addressing perceptions about the commun...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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31:44
Mabel Williams: Ahead Of Her Time
In this 4th episode from Season Three, "Ahead Of Her Time", we spoke with Dr. Mabel Williams, a cherished educator, mentor and Evanston resident of over 60 years, who has not only called this community home, but has also contributed significant...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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31:41
Devon Horton: Unbroken Resolve
In this 3rd episode from Season Three, we spoke with Dr. Devon Horton, the former Superintendent of Evanston/Skokie District 65. Dr. Horton's passion for his work shines through as he shares his deep belief and unwavering commitment to achievin...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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31:58
Janet Dees: The Art of History
The Art of History. The 2nd episode from Season 3 of the Evanston Rules podcast features Janet Dees. Janet is a curator and art historian who speaks about her life experiences and how they inform her work in art history and vice versa.
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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25:47
Laurice Bell, Ron Whitmore & Larry Axelrood: And The Beat Goes On...
In Season Three's 1st episode, we (LAURICE and RON) are switching seats with one of our good friends and favorite guests from Season One, Judge LARRY AXELROOD.Larry asks us some questions about how we got to where we are today and where ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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22:52
The AUX and its Power of Connection
In Season two’s 14th episode, we talk with 4 founders of The AUX: JACQUI WHITE, LORI LASER, TIFFINI HOLMES and TOSHA WILSON. Listen as we learn about their huge efforts to build a community space owned by the people - a commercial hub led by bl...
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Season 2
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Episode 14
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51:05
Oliver Ruff: High Expectations, No Exceptions, No Excuses
OLIVER RUFF brings to mind three words, consistency, present and commitment. He has always been exactly the same, whether in friendship, inspiring his many students, or by showing up to affect positive change. Mr. Ruff is a person who cares, is...
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45:36
Denise Martin: She Loves Life and it Loves Her Right Back
Denise has overcome what for many would be roadblocks to success, but her determination at every juncture has shown her to be a formidable yet compassionate competitor. Denise’s Evanston public school education started at Dewey School. Because ...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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54:41
Gilo Kwesi Logan: The Beat of His Own Drum
The story of the Logan family continues in this episode with GILO KWESI LOGAN. In our last episode with his father, retired police Chief Bill Logan, we spoke of his father’s contributions to our hometown. In this episode, T...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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54:53
William H. Logan, Jr: The Chief
This episode features WILLIAM H. LOGAN, JR., also known as Bill or Chief Logan. Listen, as Chief Logan talks about his family and growing up in Evanston. You will hear about his storied career with the Evanston Police Department, which he joine...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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31:46
Kimberly Holmes Ross: The Fruit Doesn't Fall Far From The Tree
The fruit clearly doesn't fall far from the tree. In this episode we speak with KIMBERLY HOLMES ROSS who is truly her mother's child. Listen, as Kim describes growing up in Evanston, attending District 65 schools and Evanston Township High Scho...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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39:59
Talking Whiteness on Central Street
This episode features Blaire Frett, Ilana Marder-Eppstein, Lydia Collins, and Louise Bond of the group of Talking Whiteness on Central Street.Talking Whiteness challenges the status quo on th...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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38:30
Rodney Williams: I'll Have What He's Having
In this episode, we talk with RODNEY WILLIAMS, a native Evanstonianwho has risen through the ranks of corporate America in marketing at Moët Hennessy, Jackson Family Wines and Mondavi Wines to name a few, while always standing up for...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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1:02:44
Pat Hughes, Sr.: Lucky and Loved
This episode features PAT HUGHES, SR., who has made Evanston his home since he moved to our town in 1955. Pat attributes who he is to his upbringing, his diverse group of friends and meeting the love of his life, Brigid, while still in m...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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39:50
Gail Hutchison: Going To Her Edge
This episode features GAIL HUTCHISON, a native Evanstonian and a powerful yoga and meditation instructor. Gail gives us some insight into the benefits of self care for all people, but, in particular, black people. Gail states “We can’t p...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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52:22
Greg Klaiber: Professionalism, Tradition and Service
In this episode, we talk with GREG KLAIBER, a native Evanstonian who has paid it forward in terms of the equity and diversity that we at ER so cherish. Listen as we talk growing up in Evanston, friends, family, sports, mentors and a life...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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52:01
Ben and Melissa Blount: The Importance of Being Blount
In this episode, we talk with the truly inspiring BEN AND MELISSA BLOUNT, who moved to Evanston less than a decade ago. Listen as we talk family, art, activism, taking chances and making a difference.
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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49:34
Bob Lamey: Don’t Bet Against Him
*Before listening to this amazing episode, please be aware there is some salty language*In this episode we have an authentic conversation with BOB LAMEY. Listen as he unpacks his childhood, family and friends while growi...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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53:58
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Dr. Ron Whitmore: The Skin I'm In (Part 2)
In Part Two of our two-part episode with RON WHITMORE, we continue to discuss a range of topics including family, home, loyalty, racism, opportunities, truth and living in Evanston as an unapologetic black man.
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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41:46
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Dr. Ron Whitmore: The Skin I'm In (Part 1)
In our 17th episode, we talk with our very own DR. RON WHITMORE. Listen as he speaks his truth and doesn’t hold back as we delve into a range of topics including family, home, loyalty, racism, education, opportunities, and living in Evan...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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37:16
