{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Uptown Voices","title":"Keeping Uptown front and center: A conversation with Grace Bonilla, CEO of United Way, NYC ","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/2315d1a2\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3206,"description":"In this engaging conversation, Grace Bonilla, the president and CEO of United Way New York City, discusses her role in the transition team for the new mayor and the importance of representation for diverse communities in City Hall. The conversation covers critical issues such as housing affordability, crime, mental health, food insecurity, and the need for collaboration with state government and grassroots organizations. The hosts reflect on the significance of community support and the challenges faced by marginalized groups, emphasizing the need for new leadership and accountability in politics.Takeaways:Grace Bonilla is the first Latina president of United Way NYC.The transition team aims to support the mayor's vision with diverse representation.Housing affordability is a multifaceted issue that requires comprehensive solutions.Mental health and community safety are critical concerns for urban areas.Food insecurity remains a pressing issue, exacerbated by recent government actions.Collaboration with state government is essential for addressing community needs.Grassroots organizations play a vital role in supporting local communities.The importance of activism and community engagement in political processes.The need for new leadership in the Democratic Party to address systemic issues.The conversation highlights the ongoing struggles and resilience of marginalized communities.Titles:Empowering Communities: Grace Bonilla's Vision for NYCNavigating Change: The Role of the Transition TeamSound bites:\"We need new blood in there.\"\"It's pure racism!\"\"This can't continue anymore.\"Chapters:00:00Intro00:41Introducing Grace Bonilla10:27Role of the Transition Team12:39Housing Affordability and Red Tape13:36Addressing Crime and Mental Health15:27Tackling Food Insecurity17:33Collaboration with State and Federal Partners21:21Grace Bonilla's Personal Connection to NYC22:23Post-interview reaction29:51Led Ready to cancel New York Times subscription36:00Truth Teller at...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/0aW1dchdn1nlJBOFlV6zCjAReq1CNZaj0Q2QiSi4iKU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iOGE1/MGFhYWQ5YzFkNmU1/Mzc5ZTZjNzQ4ZDIw/NTM4ZS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}