{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Freedom and Glory - Tales of American Spirit","title":"Turquoise LeJeune Parker: From Classroom to Community Catalyst","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/236a7875\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3256,"description":"Join Liz Morris and Bill Lume as they speak with Turquoise Parker, an educator and community leader from Durham, North Carolina. Turquoise shares the inspiring story of Bull City Food Raiser, a grassroots effort she founded to combat food insecurity among students. Learn about the exponential growth of the initiative, from helping one family to supporting thousands of children across multiple schools. Tune in for insights into the importance of relationships, community support, and the impact of small actions. The episode also features a segment on the historical significance of the 36-star US flag, related to the end of the Civil War and Abraham Lincoln's presidency.00:00 Introduction to Freedom and Glory Tales00:29 Meet Turquoise Parker: Educator and Community Leader01:37 The Birth of Bull City Food Raiser02:34 Growing Impact: From One Family to Thousands05:26 Challenges and Community Support07:45 Building Relationships with Students18:14 Logistics of a Massive Operation26:38 Future Goals and Advocacy29:56 Ensuring Families Have What They Need32:19 Recognition and Awards36:06 Community Involvement and Impact41:06 Advice for Aspiring Changemakers47:34 Historical Significance of the 36-Star US Flag53:32 Conclusion and Call to ActionFollow Turquoise on social media Facebook | InstagramWant to donate?PayPal: PayPal: https://paypal.me/TGDFoundationVenmo: @TGregDoucette-FoundationAll funds received through these apps will be earmarked for the Bull City Foodraiser.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/WNeyyaCFjf5O962u_hYlZKJY87LtAPBam-cum-Py8Y0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9kNjgw/ZTYzYTNmN2ExZmEz/ZTcwZDRlNWQ3ZmJh/Njg3NS5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}