Accents: Northeast Ohio's Identity Crisis?

ACCENTS SCHEDULE

Wednesday, November 20

Why they came here
We explore why certain groups came to Northeast Ohio and what they hoped to find.
--->7:20 AM and 9:35 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Read the story here--->

Thursday, November 21

Where they went
Once the early immigrants came to Northeast Ohio, they settled in specific neighborhoods. You'll hear where and why.
--->7:20 AM and 9:35 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Read the story here--->

Friday, November 22

What they faced
Our region's early immigrants came here with a certain vision that sometimes clashed with the reality they found.
--->7:20 AM and 9:35 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Read the story here--->

Cleveland's Cultural Gardens Feature #1
The first of five, weekly stories on the past, present and future of the ethnic-based gardens that line Rockefeller Park. These pieces were written and voiced by Cleveland State University Students taking a seminar in oral history. The series starts with an examination of the history of the Gardens.
--->9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Listen to the story here--->

Monday, November 25

Current Issues - Business, Part 1
The first of a two-part exploration on how immigrants are affecting the local job market. The classic image of foreigners filling the ranks of factory workers has changed in two significant ways. First of all, the non-skilled entry-level jobs have changed from heavy industry to the service sector, in areas such hospitality and healthcare. Also, a good deal of the new immigrant population is well-educated.
--->7:20 AM and 9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Read the story here--->

Tuesday, November 26

Current Issues - Business, Part 2
The second of a two-part exploration on how immigrants are affecting the local job market. The classic image of foreigners filling the ranks of factory workers has changed in two significant ways. First of all, the non-skilled entry-level jobs have changed from heavy industry to the service sector, in areas such hospitality and healthcare. Also, a good deal of the new immigrant population is well-educated.
--->7:20 AM and 9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Read the story here--->

Wednesday, November 27

Interview with Laura Taxel, Cleveland Ethnic Eats
--->7:20 AM and 9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Listen to the interview here--->

Cleveland's Cultural Gardens Feature #2
The second of five, weekly stories on the past, present and future of the ethnic-based gardens that line Rockefeller Park. These pieces were written and voiced by Cleveland State University Students taking a seminar in oral history. Today's episode examines the challenges of crime and vandalism that have vexed some of the Gardens.
--->9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Listen to the story here--->

Wednesday, December 4

Current Issues - Education, Part 1
The first in a two-part exploration of the challenges of educating immigrant children. A new diversity among the newcomers results in classrooms with an assortment of native languages. In addition, where previous immigrant groups came largely from a Western cultural tradition, teachers now have to cope with a much more diverse set of students.
--->7:20 AM and 9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Read the story here--->

Thursday, December 5

Around Noon: Interview and Concert
Cleveland State University professor Mark Tebeau describes how he sent a group of student researchers into the community to explore the story behind Cleveland's Cultural Gardens. (You can hear the results each week in our Accents series.) We'll also treat you to the live stories and songs of Irish musician Sorca McGrath.
--->12:00 PM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Listen to the show here--->

Friday, December 6

Afghanistan Refugees Feature Story
The story of some local refugees from Afghanistan.
--->7:20 AM and 9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Read the story here--->

Cleveland's Cultural Gardens Feature #3
The third of five, weekly stories on the past, present and future of the ethnic-based gardens that line Rockefeller Park. These pieces were written and voiced by Cleveland State University Students taking a seminar in oral history. Today's episode focuses on the impact of race and suburbanization.
--->9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Listen to the story here--->

Wednesday, December 11

"Negotiating a New Country" - Family #1
A sound-rich portrait focusing on one of many recent arrivals to Northeast Ohio. You'll hear the joys and the challenges of adapting to a new culture.
--->7:20 AM and 9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Read the story here--->

Thursday, December 12

"Negotiating a New Country" - Family #2
A sound-rich portrait focusing on one of many recent arrivals to Northeast Ohio. You'll hear the joys and the challenges of adapting to a new culture.
--->7:20 AM and 9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Read the story here--->

Friday, December 13

Changes in Northeast Ohio's Immigrant Culture
How our the region's ethnic mix is changing and what that may portend for the future.
--->7:20 AM and 9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN

Cleveland's Cultural Gardens Feature #4
The fourth of five, weekly stories on the past, present and future of the ethnic-based gardens that line Rockefeller Park. These pieces were written and voiced by Cleveland State University Students taking a seminar in oral history. Today's episode walks you through the challenges involved in creating a new garden.
--->9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Listen to the story here--->

Tuesday, December 17

The Case For & Against U.S. Immigration
Throughout its history, the "nation of immigrants" has wavered in its openness to new residents. Some argue that lax immigration restrictions threaten our economy and our security. Others cite the dramatic economic potential of a deeply diverse community. Join us for a call-in discussion.
--->9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN

Wednesday, December 18

Current Issues - Education, Part 2
The second in a two-part exploration of the challenges of educating immigrant children. A new diversity among the newcomers results in classrooms with an assortment of native languages. In addition, where previous immigrant groups came largely from a Western cultural tradition, teachers now have to cope with a much more diverse set of students.
--->7:20 AM and 9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Read the story here--->

Personal Stories
A small group of recent newcomers to Northeast Ohio gathers around a communal table at Sokolowski’s University Inn for a discussion of their experiences - good and bad - in negotiating a new country. A rare opportunity to experience an informal, frank discussion, free of the moderating presence of a host. This is a preview of a television broadcast, airing tomorrow night on WVIZ-PBS.
--->7:20 AM and 9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN

Cleveland's Cultural Gardens Feature #5
The last of five, weekly stories on the past, present and future of the ethnic-based gardens that line Rockefeller Park. These pieces were written and voiced by Cleveland State University Students taking a seminar in oral history. We wrap-up the series by considering the relavance and future prospects for the Gardens.
--->9:00 AM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Listen to the story here--->

Live from the Beachland Ballroom
Join us for an free electronic townhall meeting to exchange ideas about how to make Northeast Ohio's ethnic diversity work for us, instead of dividing us. We will host a live, two-hour gathering, featuring the views of historians, social service experts, economic analysts, government officials, poets, musicians and, most importantly, ordinary citizens. Questions and information on our website will set the agenda for a discussion both in the live audience and over the phone and internet lines. Refreshments available. For driving directions click here.
--->7:00 to 9:00 PM on 90.3 WCPN
<---Join the broadcast! Learn more here--->

Thursday, December 19

Opera Circle
Polish émigrés Dorota and Jacek Sobieski came to Northeast Ohio with professional experience in opera. With a hearty perseverance, they have established a small opera company, based in Kent, that has won rave reviews. On tonight's episode of Applause, we'll visit the Sobieski home and sample the pleasures of this home-made venture.
--->7:30 PM on WVIZ/PBS