365 Amplified
From Madison365, weekly discussion of the news for and from Wisconsin's communities of color and allies.
Episodes
This week on 365 Amplified, Rob Chappell, Stephanie Diaz de Leon and Omar Waheed bring you an episode of the week's most important news.
🎉 The crew starts with a look at the NFL Draft in Green Bay, including how the Packers are using the moment to promote diversity through workshops and vendor opportunities. ...
\🎙️ Episode Title: Hands Off Black Women, with Dana Pellebon
📅 Release Date: April 18, 2025
🕒 Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes
🎧 Hosts: Stephanie Díaz de León, Rob Chappell, Omar Waheed, Nicholas Garton
🎙️ Special Guest: Dana Pellebon
Episode Summary:
In this week’s deeply personal and unapologetically honest episode, the 365 Amplified team is joined by special guest Dana Pellebon, ...
Release Date: April 11, 2025
Duration: 1h 8m
Hosts: Stephanie Díaz de León, Rob Chappell, Nicholas Garton, Omar Waheed
This week on 365 Amplified, the crew is back and broadcasting from the new Madison365 HQ at Starting Block in the Spark Building to recap a week filled with local political shakeups, Open Cup soccer drama, and some serious inspiration on and off the court.
Stephanie, Rob, Omar, and Nick dive into:
This week, the team is back from a much-needed break and ready to break down the big news in Madison and across Wisconsin.
🧑⚖️ Local Elections Are Here (April 1!)
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The gang discu...
Just popping into your feed to mention a couple Wisconsin colleges and universities seeking new leaders as well as updates on the Wisconsin Badgers, Forward Madison and Abundant Life Christian School.
Release Date: March 15, 2025
Hosts: Stephanie Díaz de León, Rob Chappell, Omar Waheed, Nicholas Garten
Guest: Alder Nikki Conklin
This week on
In this episode of 365 Amplified, hosts Stephanie Díaz de León, Rob Chappell, Omar Waheed, and Dave Dahmer cover a range of critical issues impacting Wisconsin and beyond.
Topics Covered:
🕊️ Ten Years Since Tony Robinson – The hosts reflect on the police killing of Tony Robinson a decade ago, how it shaped media coverage of racial justice in Madison, and whether anything has changed i...
🎙️ Episode Overview:
In this week's episode, Rob Chappell, Omar Waheed, and Nicholas Garton break down the latest election results, highlight business updates in Madison, and discuss community issues making waves across Wisconsin. Special guest Alicia Williams, a write-in candidate for the DeForest Village Board, joins the conversation to talk about her candidacy and the fluoride controversy prompti...
In this week's episode of 365 Amplified, hosts Rob Chappell, Nicholas Garton, and Omar Waheed dive into a mix of local news, politics, and community events. Here's what you can expect:
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County Board Drama:
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The team delves into a recent controversy involving the Dane County Board and the Department of Human Services. Amy Everett, who was appointed to lead the department, withdrew her candidacy after a meeting wi...
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In this week’s episode of 365 Amplified, we dive deep into the latest political and community issues affecting Madison and beyond. Hosts Stephanie Díaz de León, Nicholas Garten, Omar Waheed, and Rob Chappell break down the impact of federal executive orders on DEI programs, local nonprofits, and essential services. They also discuss the importance of local elections, the ongoing protests against Project 2025, and criti...
Hosted by: Rob Chappell, Nicholas Garton, and Omar Waheed
Episode Highlights:
🔹 Independent Monitor Controversy – A follow-up on last week’s interview with outgoing Police Chief Sean Barnes, addressing misconceptions about the Office of the Independent Monitor. Discussion on its actual role in proactively analyzing police data and ensuring accountability.
🔹 Madison School Board & Charter School Debate – Recap of the rece...
In this week's episode of 365 Amplified, Rob Chappell, Omar Waheed, and Nicholas Garton dive into some of the week's most controversial topics. They explore Elon Musk’s recent use of the Roman salute (and its troubling implications), media accountability in covering "controversial gestures," and the historical and cultural significance of these symbols.
The team then transitions to a broader discussion on community trust and public...
In this episode of 365 Amplified, the Madison365 reporting team dives into key local and community-driven topics, from upcoming events to deeper systemic conversations:
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Community Highlights (0:55):
- Celebrate MLK Day with various events around Madison, including a day of service and an awards ceremony.
- Discover Centro Hispano’s new space through their vibrant Tres Reyes Celebration on January 18th.
- Learn about "Comedy for...
On this week's 365 Amplified, hosts Stephanie, Nicholas, Omar and Rob talk through the upcoming renovation of the lakefront along Lake Monona and what it might mean for traffic and city life over the next few years; the Madison Black Business Awards; and the full slate of candidates for Madison Common Council.
Hosts: Stephanie Díaz De León, Nicholas Garton, Omar Waheed and Rob Chappell
Episode Summary:
In this episode of 365 Amplified, the hosts return from their holiday break to discuss community updates, and upcoming events in Madison. Here's what they cover:
- MLK Day Events (6:35): Omar provides a guide to the exciting lineup of Martin Luther King Jr. Day events in Madison, including choir rehearsals, observance ceremonies, and a...
This week, Stephanie, Nicholas, Omar and Rob have updates on the Abundant Life Christian School shooting (1:06) and some thougts on the ethics of covering such a tragedy as journalists. Then, Myra McNair, a family therapist and founder of Anesis Therapy, joins us (9:01) to talk about how to support your children and your community in the wake of the trauma -- and maybe how to prevent a future event like this one. We follow that wit...
On this week's podcast, we have still-developing news, as Madison Alder Charles Myadze was censured by the Common Council on Tuesday and arrested on felony domestic violence charges Thursday. Plus, Crushin' It Apparel will be required to pay workers back wages plus interest after they were fired for unionizing.
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Madison Alder Charles Myadze arrested in domestic violence case
In this episode of 365 Amplified, hosts Stephanie Diaz De Leon, Nicholas Garton, Omar Waheed and Rob Chappell reflect on the challenges and developments of a tumultuous November. The team dives deep into:
- Sun Prairie School District: The resignation of Renee Coleman and allegations of bias and mismanagement within the district. Story here.
- Mental Health and Policing: A detailed discussion about the arrest of Willie Triplett, ...
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