Conversations and Connections

131. A Conversations with Executive Director Whitney Burran about Passion for Purple - Conversations and Connections

In this episode, Stuart talks with agency Executive Director Whitney Burran about the upcoming Passion for Purple luncheon on October 1st, and the very special guest speaker who will be attending!

130. A Conversation with Lufkin ISD about the ACE Program - Conversations and Connections

In this episode we visit once again with Lufkin ISD to talk with them about their successful ACE after school program that's now approaching it's fourth year!

129. A Conversation with Child Advocate Sadarria Christian about the School Supply Drive - Conversations and Connections

The time is almost here!  Back to School!  In this episode, we talk with Child Advocate Sadaria Christian about the agency's back to school supply drive!

128. A Conversation with DaVina Morris with BCFS Health and Human Services

In this episode of our podcast, Stuart talks with DaVina Morris, the Regional Director of BCFS Health and Human Services.  DaVina talks about the vast array of services that are available to East Texans from BCFS!

127. A Conversation with Oscar Ruiz on Lufkin Pride - Conversations and Connections

June is Pride Month and in this episode Stuart talks to Oscar Ruiz, one of the organizers of Lufkin Pride.  Oscar talks about what it's like organizing a group like Lufkin Pride in Deep East Texas, and why he believes it's important for even rural areas to have organizations like this.

126. A Conversation with Darla Daigle with Buckner International - Conversations and Connections

In this episode, Stuart talks with Darla Daigle with Buckner International about all the services that organization is involved with when it comes to kids in the foster care system.  

125. A Conversation with Angela Turner on the Blueberry Cupcake Battle - Conversations and Connections

It's that time of the year once again!  The East Texas Blueberry Festival is taking place June 8th, and that means it's almost time for the Blueberry Cupcake Battle!  In this episode, Stuart talks with agency Marketing and Communications Coordinator Angela Turner about all you need to know concerning this annual baking event!

124. A Conversation with Sexual Assault Client Services Advocate Emma Skinner - Conversations and Connections

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month.  In this episode, Stuart talks with Emma Skinner, a Sexual Assault Client Services Advocate for the agency about why it's important to recognize this month.

123. Another Conversation with Melissa Russell About the Nacogdoches Veterans Stand Down Event - Conversations and Connections

Stuart once again talks with ADAC's Melissa Russell about the upcoming Veteran's Stand Down event taking place in Nacogdoches on April 20th.  This will be an event geared to ALL veterans, but especially the homeless.

122. A Conversation with Lufkin ISD Social Worker Tonja Akridge - Conversations and Connections

Stuart talks with LISD licensed social worker Tonja Akridge about the issue of teen dating violence and what she sees in teens today.