On Episode #12 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi is flying solo for this short episode on PRIDE. Tedi shares what PRIDE is, how it all started and why its important (not only in the month of June, but all year round). Included with this episode is a brief history of how the LGBTQ+ movement got started, it's dark history and ways we can all become stronger Allies and supporters of our Queer brothers and sisters.

Tedi also shares his frustration with those who only recognize PRIDE during the month of June and the responsibilities of the Queer people to know and share our history. Included with this episode are several Resources to guide you through PRIDE month and our Queer history (below).

RESOURCES

Milestones in the American Gay Rights Movement
PRIDE Facts (GLAAD June 2024)
Facts And Statistics About The Impact Of Gun Violence On LGBTQ+ People
The Trevor Project (Website)
Reimagine Gender - Understanding Allyship
Matthew Shepard Foundation

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On Episode #11 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guests Lindsey Coffelt, the Owner of Graze Craze located in Okemos & Shelby Township, MI. Lindsey shares with us how she and her husband, Silas, got into the Graze Craze, opening two stores in Michigan. She shares with us their passion for providing amazing works of art through the Charcuterie Boards (a.k.a. Grazing Boards) and the many other items they offer at their two stores. Tedi provides a brief history of Charcuterie and Lindsey shares with us how Graze Craze only uses top quality items and farm fresh produce whenever possible or in season. Lindsey and Tedi talk about how the Grazing Boards are actually cost effective, not cost prohibitive. After listening to this episode, you will be craving some Graze Craze. You can connect with Lindsey at:

Lindsey Coffelt, Owner
Graze Craze: Charcuterie Boards & Boxes

Website- Okemos Store: https://www.grazecraze.com/okemos-mi
Website- Shelby Twp. Store: https://www.grazecraze.com/shelby-township-mi
Phone: Okemos Store: (517) 709-2828
Shelby Twp. Store: (586) 480-1125
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrazeCrazeOkemosMI
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindseycoffelt/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grazecraze_okemos_mi/
Email: lindsey.coffelt@grazecraze.com

RESOURCES

Verterra (Website)

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On Episode #10 of Season Four of Real Talk with Tedi, Tedi welcomes special guest Jenny Wagemann, Farmers Market & Breadbasket Food Pantry Manager at the Allen Farmers Market, located in Lansing, MI. Jenny shares with us all the amazing things happening at the Allen Farmers Market, including information about their popular Veggie Boxes and the Breadbasket Food Pantry. Tedi provides a brief history of the Allen Farmers Market and Jenny tells us all about the upcoming summer season at the Allens Farmers Market. We also learn about Jenny's love o hula-hooping and yoga. This is a fascinating and educational conversation, one you do not want to miss. You can connect with Jenny at:

Jenny Wagemann, Manager
Allen Farmers Market & Breadbasket Food Pantry

Website: https://allenneighborhoodcenter.org/market/
Phone: (517) 999-3911
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AllenFarmersMarket
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenny-wagemann-32166356/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allenfarmersmarket/
Email: jennyw@allenneighborhoodcenter.org

RESOURCES

Flames 'N Dames (Facebook Page)
Peoples Yogas Studio Lansing

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