Tracey's Keepin' it Real
Tracey's Keepin' it Real
Podcast Description
Hosted by Tracey Williams-Dillard, Publisher of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, Tracey’s Keepin’ It Real delivers honest, unfiltered conversations with community leaders, changemakers, and everyday people who are making a difference. From housing and health to education, equity, and empowerment—this podcast dives into the issues that matter most to Minnesota’s Black communities and beyond. Whether it's shedding light on systemic challenges or celebrating local success stories, Tracey keeps it real—always.New episodes drop regularly. Tune in, learn something new, and be part of the change.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes such as community empowerment, social justice, culture, and personal growth, with episodes highlighting topics like racial equity, entrepreneurship, and healing through gardening, exemplified by discussions with guests like De’Vonna Pittman on building purpose-driven brands and Candace Yates on the therapeutic benefits of gardening.
Hosted by Tracey Williams-Dillard, Publisher of the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder, Tracey’s Keepin’ It Real delivers honest, unfiltered conversations with community leaders, changemakers, and everyday people who are making a difference. From housing and health to education, equity, and empowerment—this podcast dives into the issues that matter most to Minnesota’s Black communities and beyond. Whether it’s shedding light on systemic challenges or celebrating local success stories, Tracey keeps it real—always.
New episodes drop regularly. Tune in, learn something new, and be part of the change.
On May 21, 2025, the Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder hosted a powerful panel discussion in North Minneapolis marking five years since the murder of George Floyd.
This special audio presentation captures the full event, held at the University of Minnesota's UROC, and moderated by MSR CEO and Publisher Tracey Williams-Dillard.
The panel explores what progress has been made—and what has not—in the fight for justice, police accountability, and racial equity since the world witnessed George Floyd's final moments.
Featured Panelists:
- Medaria Arradondo – Former Minneapolis Police Chief; CEO, Optimus Sui Consulting
- Nekima Levy Armstrong – Civil Rights Attorney and Founder, Racial Justice Network
- Dr. Yohuru Williams – Director, Racial Justice Initiative, University of St. Thomas
- Mary Moriarty – Hennepin County Attorney
- Fireside Chat with Andre Locke – Father of Amir Locke
Special Performances:
- Spoken word by Kennedy Pounds
- Music by Known MPLS youth and young adult choir
This conversation is honest, emotional, and necessary. Tune in as community voices reflect on the legacy of George Floyd and the work that still lies ahead.
Executive Producer/ CEO Publisher
Tracey Williams-Dillard
MSR Digital Studio
Ray Seville
Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder
3744 4th Avenue South
Minneapolis MN 55409
612-827-4021
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