Under The Dome with Empower Missouri

Welcome to another episode of Under the Dome, where Empower Missouri brings you the latest updates from Jefferson City. Our focus remains steadfast on advancing evidence-based public policy to combat poverty, drawing insights from over a century of advocacy.  Join Sarah Owsley, Advocacy Director, and her expert panel, including Misha Smith, Lucas Caldwell-McMillan, and Mallory Rush, as they dissect current legislative issues marked...

Welcome to the latest episode of Under the Dome by Empower Missouri, where we dive into the critical issue of tenant organizing and its impact on affordable housing. Join Lucas Caldwell-McMillan, Chief of Policy Staff, and Vee Sanchez, Affordable Housing Policy Manager as they lead a discussion with some of our tenants leaders. Listen in as they share valuable experiences, transformative stories, and the challenges faced in advocat...

Welcome to the latest episode of "Under the Dome," where we update you on the pivotal happenings in Jefferson City, with a spotlight on efforts to combat poverty. In this episode, we celebrate the perfection of House Bill 953, the "Clean Slate" bill, marking a significant step towards better criminal justice policies. While it awaits further proceedings in the Senate, our optimism and resolve remain strong. We discuss the progress ...

Welcome to "Under the Dome," Empower Missouri's podcast that keeps you updated on significant happenings in Jefferson City with a focus on advancing policies to end poverty. In this special episode, Advocacy Director Sarah Owsley is joined by Rika White, Kim Neu, and Patrick Benson for a special discussion on Clean Slate legislation, a key policy priority aimed at automating expungement processes for individuals with criminal recor...

Welcome to "Under the Dome," an insightful update from Empower Missouri, where we explore the happenings in Jefferson City focusing on our anti-poverty mission. With over a century of experience, we advance evidence-based policies tackling affordable housing, criminal legal system reform, and food security, while supporting partners in addressing wages, healthcare, childcare, and voting rights. In this episode, Advocacy Director Sa...

Welcome to the latest episode of Under the Dome, your source for updates from Empower Missouri on the ongoing legislative developments in Jefferson City. Advocacy Director Sarah Owsley is joined by Criminal Justice Policy Managers Rika White and Gwen Smith-Moore to discuss their recent testimonies in both the Senate and House.

The discussions highlight the need for external accountability in Missouri's Department of Corrections and...

Welcome to 'Under the Dome,' where we unravel Empower Missouri's efforts in addressing key legislative issues in Jefferson City, focusing particularly on poverty alleviation. In this special Spring Break episode, join Sarah Owsley and Christine Woody alongside Jessica Seitz and Meg Boyko from the Missouri Network Against Child Abuse as they discuss their impactful journey with the Missouri Foundation for Health's Exemplary Advocate...

Welcome to the latest episode of Under the Dome, where we delve into the dynamic developments in Missouri's legislative landscape. Hosted by Sarah Owsley, Advocacy Director at Empower Missouri, this episode brings together key policy leaders including Gwen, Lucas, Misha, and Mallory to discuss the week's legislative actions and their implications.

This episode covers the rapid progression of Senate Bill 4, which poses significant c...

Join us on 'Under the Dome' for the latest news from Empower Missouri, where Advocacy Director Sarah Owsley and her team discuss current legislative efforts in Jefferson City to combat poverty. In this episode, we explore crucial topics such as affordable housing, food security, and criminal justice reform.

Christine Woody shares insights from recent hearings on food security bills, highlighting the fight against restrictive measur...

Welcome to "Under the Dome," the podcast bringing you updates from Empower Missouri on significant happenings in Jefferson City, especially focusing on anti-poverty efforts. For over a century, Empower Missouri has pushed for evidence-based public policies designed to eliminate poverty. In this episode, we delve into recent legislative activities and efforts to drive change in areas such as affordable housing, criminal justice refo...

Welcome to the latest episode of 'Under the Dome,' where we delve into the intricacies of advocacy in Jefferson City, focusing on Empower Missouri's efforts to combat poverty. Join Sarah Owsley, Mallory Rush, Lucas Caldwell-McMillan, Rika White, and Gwen Smith-Moore as they navigate a snowy week filled with hearings and testimonies, tackling issues ranging from affordable housing to prison reform.

In this episode, we celebrate the...

Welcome to another episode of Under the Dome, your go-to source for updates from Empower Missouri, focusing on anti-poverty initiatives in Jefferson City. Despite widespread illness, our committed team continues to advocate for progress in critical areas such as housing, food security, and criminal justice reform.

This week, we discuss the progress of House Bill 595, which bans source of income discrimination. We also delve into Ho...

Welcome to this episode of Under the Dome, brought to you by Empower Missouri. Join hosts Sarah Owsley, Gwen Smith-Moore, Jerika White, and Christine Woody as they delve into recent developments in Missouri's legislative landscape, focusing on anti-poverty efforts.

In this episode, get insights into the heated debates over Senate Bill 72, which targets undocumented immigrants with severe penalties. Discover the controversial 'boun...

Welcome to the latest episode of "Under the Dome" by Empower Missouri, where we delve into the happenings in Jefferson City with a special focus on our long-standing anti-poverty initiatives. Having spearheaded evidence-based public policy to end poverty for over a century, we lead coalitions on matters such as affordable housing, criminal justice reform, and food security, while supporting initiatives in wages, health care, child ...

Welcome to a special episode of Empower Missouri's "Under the Dome" podcast, where hosts Sarah Owsley, Lucas Caldwell-McMillan, and Mallory Rusch delve into the upcoming election and its implications for Missouri. 

The episode covers several critical amendments, including the Sports Gambling Amendment, which proposes legalized sports betting with potential tax benefits for education. The discussion highlights concerns over gambling...

Welcome to Under the Dome, your update from Empower Missouri about what is happening in Jefferson City with a focus on our anti-poverty agenda. Sarah Owsley is joined by Christine Woody, one of our Food Security Policy Managers. Today, we discuss food insecurity in Missouri's older adult population. Christine sheds light on this often overlooked issue and shares how Empower Missouri aims to raise awareness and change policies to he...

Welcome to "Under the Dome," your go-to source from Empower Missouri, updating you on the latest happenings in Jefferson City with a focus on anti-poverty initiatives. 

In this mini bonus episode, we introduce our rebranded "Advocacy Accelerator" program, designed to empower nonprofits with the skills needed to sustain their advocacy efforts. Dr. Amy Beck from the Missouri Psychological Association shares her transformative journey...

Welcome to "Under the Dome," your update from Empower Missouri, focusing on the latest happenings in Jefferson City and our anti-poverty agenda. Join Sarah Owsley, Advocacy Director, as she brings together longtime leaders and partners of Empower Missouri to share their experiences and stories.

Get inspired by their dedication and learn how you can stay connected and support the mission to end poverty in Missouri. Don't miss this e...

In this episode, we explore the transformative power of Empower Missouri's recent grant for the Healthy Food Financing Initiative Partnership Program. With the legislative session wrapped up and the heat of summer settling in, this unexpected funding brings a refreshing wave of possibilities for improving food access across the state.

Join us as we dive into the significance of healthy food financing, a concept that's been evolving...