Stories Need to be Shared The life of an organization such as Wallingford Public Access Association (WPAA), intersects with and touches lives in unpredictable ways. Often, outcomes are not readily … Continue reading Be the Community Story
Better, But …
We can be better. But “Great Again?” They may be slanderous words. When were our doors open so often, our schedule of programs so diverse, our rooms so filled with … Continue reading Better, But …
My Town, sorta
I live in a rather conservative suburban community. Calling it my town does not land well on my ears. I prefer to be from Greater New Haven. It does NOT … Continue reading My Town, sorta
AnyOneCanBeFreeman
What does #AnyoneCanBeFreeman really mean? All of humanity has the capacity to embody Freeman. But the question is do all humans have the social and emotional skills? Do you have … Continue reading AnyOneCanBeFreeman
I choose daily
He is 22. His prospects for employment elsewhere are diminished by his capacity to focus. He tells me “I choose to work here in User Support because it makes-a-difference.” He will gladly … Continue reading I choose daily
Scoring low on Diversity bothers me …
As I reflect on my year with WPAA-TV, I open a large manila envelope that contains review comments about the 2016 Video Festival Reel which was edited to represent what … Continue reading Scoring low on Diversity bothers me …
We Adapt to be Relevant, But …
WPAA Corporate Statement of Purpose To provide all manner of support for the creation and distribution of non-commercial community media What are our communities of interest? Actually, there are a … Continue reading We Adapt to be Relevant, But …
Building Muscles with Story Circles (or, overcoming lazy brain bias)
Collaboration – getting people to share information and co-create solutions is critical to a healthy community’s success. However, it is not always easy to achieve. Our biases impact how we … Continue reading Building Muscles with Story Circles (or, overcoming lazy brain bias)
2017 Local Election Holds Potential
Post election update: The Mayor Wallingford had in 1993 is still Mayor for 2018-19. Mr. Sullivan no longer has the privilege to serve on the Town Council. New members of … Continue reading 2017 Local Election Holds Potential
Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.
I want to introduce myself because I have been anonymous as a public person for decades and most of my days are currently the embodiment of Freeman P Quinn, 1st … Continue reading Shoot for the moon. Even if you miss, you’ll land among the stars.