**Community Connection: Exploring Fatherhood and Social Justice**

This week on Community Connection, Tina Cosby and her guests dive into the complexities of fatherhood and social justice. From the inaugural Fatherhood Conference to the importance of addressing systemic issues, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in making a positive impact in their community.

First off Tina Cosby is joined by Contributing Analyst, James Patterson, with open lines and a little later, Gospel Music producer Elbuka Unogu sits down to talk about this weekend's Fastivalle. 

Reverend Dr. Larry Smith, the president and CEO of the Fathers and Families Center, to discuss their upcoming inaugural Fatherhood Conference. The event, taking place on October 7th, aims to equip fathers and empower families to build stronger communities. With a focus on addressing the whole person, the conference will cover topics such as emotional intelligence, fatherhood as a protector, and the importance of presence in a child's life.

The conversation also touches on the recent news of IMPD officers being charged with misuse of license plate readers and the importance of addressing systemic issues within law enforcement. Additionally, the hosts discuss the firing of the CEO of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, who was found to have made racist comments online.

As the hosts explore these topics, they emphasize the need for open and honest conversations about social justice and the importance of creating a more equitable society. With a focus on community and connection, this episode is a powerful reminder that we all have a role to play in creating positive change.

Don't miss this thought-provoking episode of Community Connection, where Tina Cosby and her guests explore the complexities of fatherhood and social justice. Listen now and join the conversation!

**Community Connection: Exploring Fatherhood and Social Justice**
This week on Community Connection, Tina Cosby and her guests dive into the complexities of fatherhood and social justice. From the inaugural Fatherhood Conference to the importance of addressing systemic issues, this episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in making a positive impact in their community.
First off Tina Cosby is joined by Contributing Analyst, James Patterson, with open lines and a little later, Gospel Music producer Elbuka Unogu sits down to talk about this weekend's Fastivalle.&nbsp;
Reverend Dr. Larry Smith, the president and CEO of the Fathers and Families Center, to discuss their upcoming inaugural Fatherhood Conference. The event, taking place on October 7th, aims to equip fathers and empower families to build stronger communities. With a focus on addressing the whole person, the conference will cover topics such as emotional intelligence, fatherhood as a protector, and the importance of presence in a child's life.
The conversation also touches on the recent news of IMPD officers being charged with misuse of license plate readers and the importance of addressing systemic issues within law enforcement. Additionally, the hosts discuss the firing of the CEO of the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing, who was found to have made racist comments online.
As the hosts explore these topics, they emphasize the need for open and honest conversations about social justice and the importance of creating a more equitable society. With a focus on community and connection, this episode is a powerful reminder that we all have a role to play in creating positive change.
Don't miss this thought-provoking episode of Community Connection, where Tina Cosby and her guests explore the complexities of fatherhood and social justice. Listen now and join the conversation!

Join WTLC's Tina Cosby as she discusses some of the major news stories and issues in the Greater Indianapolis area in "Community Connection."

Join WTLC's Tina Cosby as she discusses some of the major news stories and issues in the Greater Indianapolis area in "Community Connection."

Community Connection With Tina Cosby

Community Connection - September 9 23 2026 - Tina Cosby with Open Lines - James Patterson - Elbuka Unogu and Larry Smith

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