• Episode 4: Julie Tesch and Jake Loesch discuss the "Interconnected" series and the shared challenges facing rural and urban Minnesotans

  • Sep 18 2024
  • Length: 37 mins
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Episode 4: Julie Tesch and Jake Loesch discuss the "Interconnected" series and the shared challenges facing rural and urban Minnesotans

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  • In this episode, Ellen talks with Julie Tesch from the Center for Rural Policy and Development and Jake Loesch from Citizens League. Julie and Jake discuss their "Interconnected" conversation series, which explores shared challenges between rural and urban communities and opportunities for designing effective statewide systems. Since 2020, the Interconnected series has covered topics such as childcare, workforce development, housing, and most recently, youth mental health. Julie and Jake share insights they have gained from the series including the importance of collaborating between rural and urban communities, breaking down stereotypes, and fostering nuanced conversations.

    Episode Highlights:

    05:24 Exploring the Interconnected Series

    10:09 Addressing Misconceptions and Stereotypes

    14:43 Impact and Surprises from the Interconnected Series

    31:49 The Importance of Nuance


    More Information:
    Center for Rural Policy and Development, https://www.ruralmn.org/

    Citizens League, https://citizensleague.org/

    Interconnected Series, https://mailchi.mp/ruralmn/inteconnected-conversation-series

    Questions, comments, want to get in touch? Email us at sidebyside@umn.edu

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