Rich Conversations: 031. Julissa Alvarez

Julissa Alvarez talks about how she’s spending her quarantine in Chicago. She discusses some of her new motivations lately and reflects on memorable experiences in her life. How are you doing during the coronavirus situation? I’m doing okay. Just trying to get by the best way possible. Just trying to take it day by day.…

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Rich Conversations: 030. Jason Knoespel

Jason Knoespel discusses his experience in Chicago during the Coronavirus pandemic. He shares his personal reflections on Rich’s questions about life. How are you doing during the coronavirus situation? All things considered, I can’t complain too much. I’m in a better position than most. Compared to what a lot of other people about there are…

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Rich Conversations: 029. Maggie Aravena

Our first Coronavirus conversation during Chicago’s stay-at-home order. Maggie reflects on adjusting to working remotely and life with more time with her self. Her own wisdom helps guide her through this time.   How are you doing during the coronavirus situation? I am okay. I’m going. They are going. It is what it is. How…

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Rich Conversations: 028. Shannon Rodeberg

Shannon Rodeberg discusses her experience moving from a small Minnesota town to Chicago and staying for the next six years. How long have you lived in Chicago? Six and a half years. What’s your neighborhood like? I’m in Logan Square now. I’ve been in Lincoln Park, Lakeview, Roscoe Village, Buena Park/Uptown, and downtown. I really…

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Rich Conversations: 026. Wayne Cauthen

Native Chicagoan, Wayne Cauthen, discusses his experience living in the city. He presents a wholistic perspective of Chicago, its people and issues.   How long have you lived in Chicago? I was born and raised here. Born on the west side—grew up there. Lived all over town. What’s your neighborhood like? Right now I’m living…

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