Finding a Way
Finding a Way
Podcast Description
Finding a Way is a podcast for positive change. We want to tell the stories of creatives and change-makers from all walks of life, painting pictures of their journeys to the present and their visions for the future.
Our mission is to collect, highlight, and support ideas from the brightest hearts and minds in the East Bay and across the globe. Our show aims to find a way to change stale narratives into actionable dialogues that address critical issues in our society. We’re here to create an inspiring show and to promote a culture of creativity, community, and collaboration.
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Content Themes
The podcast explores themes such as social impact, entrepreneurship, and community resilience, with specific episodes highlighting topics like venture capital's role in Africa's growth through the perspective of Lydia Idem and the intersection of animal welfare and social services with Marshall Williams of Project Pet.
Finding a Way is a podcast for positive change. We want to tell the stories of creatives and change-makers from all walks of life, painting pictures of their journeys to the present and their visions for the future.
Our mission is to collect, highlight, and support ideas from the brightest hearts and minds in the East Bay and across the globe. Our show aims to find a way to change stale narratives into actionable dialogues that address critical issues in our society. We’re here to create an inspiring show and to promote a culture of creativity, community, and collaboration.
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Finding a Way Podcast Ep 11 – Andrew Jones on District Works and Place-keeping with Purpose 🌍✨
What if our cities were designed with care and culture at the center?In this episode of Finding a Way, we sit down with Andrew Jones, CEO of District Works, whose team is transforming public infrastructure into spaces that nourish connection, dignity, and belonging. From managing public restrooms for transit systems to curating vibrant cultural activations, District Works is reimagining what public space can be; responsive, inclusive, and rooted in community.
Raised in Oakland and driven by a deep commitment to equity, Andrew shares his journey from entrepreneur to urban systems leader. We explore how mentorship, intention, and innovative place management are creating more humane, joyful cities one block at a time.
This is a conversation about rethinking what we share, reclaiming space for care, and making the everyday extraordinary.
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#DistrictWorks #UrbanDesign #CommunityInfrastructure #PublicSpaceMatters #FindingAWayPodcast #SocialImpact #BayAreaChangemakers #FindingAWayMedia #AndrewJones #PlaceMaking #placekeeping #urbanplanning #positivechange CHAPTERS:00:00 – Intro00:39 – Check-in03:02 – Overview of District Works05:43 – Andrew's Journey to Today11:36 – Recognizable Projects14:21 – Path to Achievement20:42 – Memorable Events24:30 – Oakland's Cultural Narrative29:30 – Cultural Preservation Strategies35:00 – Economic Challenges in Oakland38:02 – Grounding Techniques44:15 – Current Excitements47:18 – Andrew Jones' Vision for Community Improvement51:30 – Needs of Oakland57:05 – Understanding Ikigai59:35 – Alternative Education Paths01:03:20 – Andrew Jones' Presidential Vision for Earth01:08:50 – Actionable Steps Forward01:16:31 – Key Takeaways from Andrew Jones01:21:40 – Closing ThoughtsCollecting visions for a brighter future!Watch & listen on: https://bit.ly/m/findingawaypodcast
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