Episodes
This episode of Then There’s Cleveland features special guest, Joseph Frederickson, Owner & Operator of Society Lounge & Sixth City Sailor's Club, and the External Director for the Downtown Cleveland Residents. Hosts Lauren and Michael ask our special guest about owning Downtown businesses and the value proposition of living Downtown from his perspective as an entrepreneur, resident, and advocate. 
Published 02/22/21
Published 02/22/21
This episode of Then There's Cleveland features special guest Antwoine Washington; an award-winning artists and participating artist in Downtown Cleveland’s #voicesofCLE Public Art Project. Hosts Lauren and Michael ask Antwoine how projects of this kind help create the conversations that lead to more diversity and inclusivity in urban neighborhoods.
Published 10/26/20
The second episode of Then There's Cleveland features special guests Phyllis Seven Harris, Executive Director of Cleveland’s LGBT Community Center, and Kerry McCormack, Ward 3 Cleveland City Councilman. Our guests share their expertise and experiences on the subjects of diversity and inclusion, what sets Cleveland apart from other major cities, and ways we can do better. They talk about the equitable work being done and ways Cleveland can improve to attract and retain the best talent.
Published 09/16/19
The first episode of Then There's Cleveland features hosts Lauren and Michael asking guests Tom Yablonsky, one of Cleveland's well known underdogs, and Justin Bibb, Vice President of Corporate Strategy at KeyBank who discuss some very poignant questions about Downtown Cleveland's renaissance. Tom gives perspective on how Downtown Cleveland positioned itself for the success we see today and Justin provides insight on exactly what it will take to continue the momentum.
Published 05/06/19
Arriving on May 6, 2019, a new podcast from the Downtown Cleveland Alliance, hosted by Lauren Niepokny and Michael Deemer. For all those who bleed CLE like Lauren or have transplanted here like Michael, this conversation about all things happening in The Land will have not only the kids from Cleveland beaming with pride but may even convince all the naysayers why our city is called “Believeland.” This podcast will feature guest interviews with some of Cleveland’s finest and give...
Published 04/26/19