The Public Affairs Podcast
Ep. 279 – Mikki’s Café (This Is It) Family Planning | GHBCC’s Pinnacle Awards
Mikki’s Café and Houston’s This Is It Soul Food historically have been anchors in both the Third Ward and Southwest communities. Siblings/ Co-Owners, Craig Joseph Jr. and Jeanelle Williams have a candid conversation host Sky Houston on the importance of healing and succession planning for generatio…
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Ep. 278 – HAUL Veterans Golf Eric Goodie | HMSDC Business EXPO Ingrid Robinson
We are honored to have a true leader in veteran support with us in conversation today, Eric Goodie, Executive Vice President, responsible for HAUL's programs operations. Eric oversees critical initiatives like the HAUL Veteran Support Services, which provides essential financial lifelines—be it for…
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Ep. 277 – Faith & Affordable Housing Summit | Houston Arts Week with Bisong Gallery
City Council Member Tiffany D. Thomas is in to discuss the 2nd Annual Faith and Affordable Housing Summit, which brings together faith leaders, developers, realtors and financial institutions to explore how we can turn underutilized land into affordable housing that strengthens our neighborhoods. W…
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EP 276 PAP NORTH CHANNEL JOB FAIR and REAL MEN REAL TALK
Today, Darnald Kimble Jr. from the North Channel Area Chamber of Commerce about it’s community initiative in partnership with the Precinct 2, San Jacinto College North, and Workforce Solutions, connecting job seekers with employers, providing resources, and creating opportunities that will have a r…
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EP. 275 -JB Thibodeaux Homes and Properties | Uplift Her: Women’s Wellness Day
Joining us today JB and Tiffany Thibodeaux have launched the Duplex Flex Giveaway, the first initiative of its kind in our city, offering one lucky first-time homebuyer full ownership of a brand-new duplex — while also providing hands-on education in real estate investing. Our next conversation i…
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Ep. 274 - Harris Health | Tech Fest LIVE
On KG Smooth's last show as the host of the Public Affairs Podcast, we welcome Harris Health, established in 1966, is the public healthcare safety-net provider serving the residents of Houston and Harris County, Texas. Here to discuss the Ben Taub Hospital expansion plans is the President and CEO …
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Ep. 273 - SheSaid Conference | Sgt. James Goolsby, US Army
This episode we have LaToshia Norwood - SheSaid Founder to discuss the SHE SAID CONFERENCE: S.L.A.B. EDITION. A full-day experience for women CEOs ready to scale with style. Not your average conference. Think bold talks, live DJs, hands-on labs, and powerful networking! Next, we welcome back 1st S…
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Ep. 272 - 9/11 Heroes Run Houston | Akilah Thomas
The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to honor the heroes of September 11th and those who stepped up to serve in the wars that followed. Here to talk about it is Alyssa Olguin, Travis Manion Foundation Central Region Coordinator, Greg Fremin, 9…
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Ep. 271 - City Houston OBO | Kim Aitch | The Royal Kings
This Public Affairs podcast episode covers empowering the Houston community through business opportunities, restoring cultural heritage and elegance, and building connections between youth and law enforcement. Overview: In this week's Public Affairs podcast, host KG Smooth interviews director of H…
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Ep. 270 - UNCF Walk | COHAP Outreach Crop | Rebuilding Together Houston
Mayor Pro Tem Martha Castex-Tatum is serving as the Honorary Chair for the 40th Annual UNCF South Texas Walk, Bike, Run for Education taking place on Saturday, September 13, 2025 at Tom Bass Regional Park. Joining her is Zarinah Poole, Area Development Director for the UNCF. COHAP Outreach Corpora…
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