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2021 Talking with Henrietta
01:02:07
Henrie818
We all have our thoughts about 2020. Many are happy the year is over. On this show, five award-winning journalists share their thoughts about 2020 and discuss how they think what happened in 2020 will affect us in 2021. See more on the website of the East Palo Alto Today newspaper at
www.epatoday.org/tv.html#yearinreview2020. Follow Talking with Henrietta on Facebook at www.facebook.com/talkingwithhenrietta, on Twitter at https://twitter.com/henrie818 and on other social media sites.
01:27:31
Henrie818
Many people, especially those in communities of color, think that there is an inequitable distribution of the COVID vaccines, with those in affluent communities getting quicker access to them. On this show, two California state legislators, an East Palo Alto City Council member, the CEO of a community health network, a school board official and a local pastor discuss the inequity issues that have been raised and provide several solutions.
01:03:33
Henrie818
The negative impacts brought by COVID-19 brought various challenges for many small landlords and renters. On this edition of Talking with Henrietta, my two guests, attorneys Maeve Elise Brown and Nazanin Shalehi, discuss the challenges and offer solutions.
58:45
Henrie818
In too many cases, COVID-19 has had a devastating impact on children. In the United States alone, particularly in communities of color, have suffered learning losses and psychological and emotional traumas because of the virus. On this edition of Talking with Henrietta, Henrietta's five show guests discuss what their organizations are doing to address the losses and bringing healing to the youth whom their organizations serve.
COVID-19
01:08
East Palo Alto Today
COVID-19 has had a devastating effect on our county and on our economy. But we can recover if we start by taking some basic steps. This video, produced by the East Palo Alto Center for Community Media, shows us some of the important and critical steps we can and must take.
01:27:31
Henrie818
Many people, especially those in communities of color, think that there is an inequitable distribution of the COVID vaccines, with those in affluent communities getting quicker access to them. On this show, two California state legislators, an East Palo Alto City Council member, the CEO of a community health network, a school board official and a local pastor discuss the inequity issues that have been raised and provide several solutions.
Census 2020 PSAs - TwH
01:03
Henrie818
This video, featuring An Le, is an excerpt taken from the Talking with Henrietta show titled, Taking Another Look at Census 2020, which was produced in July 2020.
01:34
Henrie818
This video, featuring Ama Nyamekye, is an excerpt taken from the Talking with Henrietta show titled, Taking Another Look at Census 2020, which was produced in July 2020.
01:37
Henrie818
This video, featuring Marianna Yamamoto, is an excerpt taken from the Talking with Henrietta show titled, Taking Another Look at Census 2020, which was produced in July 2020.
01:32
Henrie818
This video, featuring David Tucker, is an excerpt taken from the Talking with Henrietta show titled, Taking Another Look at Census 2020, which was produced in July 2020.
My Vlog
05:40
Henrie818
Throughout America, there is a stortage of foster care for youngsters who need it. In this video excerpt we talk about recent immigration raids and the effect that they are having on the children of immigrant families. During the discussion, host Henrietta J. Burroughs talks with Beverly Beasley Johnson, the Director of the San Mateo County Human Services Agency in Northern California, Diane Carleson, a foster parent, Susan Kammerer, the Ex. Dir. of Help One Child, a foster care recruitment and support network and Carlos Smith a social worker in San Mateo County, California. More information about this one hour show can be found at www.epatoday.org.
04:42
Henrie818
In this excerpt, the show's host and guests discuss the reasons our nation's economic downturn occurred, what needs to be done to turn the downturn around and the silver lining that is being created by the economic correction that is taking place. This show was taped this past February 2009. To get more information about the show, go to www.epatoday.org.
04:54
Henrie818
Three guests discuss with show host Henrietta J. Burroughs whether city rent ordinances, which dictate the amount of rent increases a property owner can charge, are a practical and necessary means of keeping apartment rents affordable. The guests on this show, who are working on the side of East Palo Alto, CA tenants, maintain that such ordinances are absolutely necessary for keeping East Palo Alto a diverse community where all income groups can live. To get more information on this one hour television discussion, go to www.epatoday.org and click on the television link on the left side of the homepage. This show was originally aired in June 2008.
04:44
Henrie818
Many immigrant students believe that they are entitled to the same rights as the children of parents who were born as American citizens. They also think that they are entitled to pursue scholarships and grants as other students. In an hour long video discussion which was taped in July 2008, four children who were born in America of illegal immigrants passionately explain why they believe as they do. This is a video excerpt from the original discussion, which is described in more detail at www.epatoday.org
Several early videos
04:42
Henrie818
In this excerpt, the show's host and guests discuss the reasons our nation's economic downturn occurred, what needs to be done to turn the downturn around and the silver lining that is being created by the economic correction that is taking place. This show was taped this past February 2009. To get more information about the show, go to www.epatoday.org.
04:54
Henrie818
Three guests discuss with show host Henrietta J. Burroughs whether city rent ordinances, which dictate the amount of rent increases a property owner can charge, are a practical and necessary means of keeping apartment rents affordable. The guests on this show, who are working on the side of East Palo Alto, CA tenants, maintain that such ordinances are absolutely necessary for keeping East Palo Alto a diverse community where all income groups can live. To get more information on this one hour television discussion, go to www.epatoday.org and click on the television link on the left side of the homepage. This show was originally aired in June 2008.
03:42
Henrie818
What is a Crime Emergency Declaration and why was it necessary for the police department in the City of East Palo Alto to issue such a declaration? In the full-hour video discussion about the department's emergency declaration, East Palo Alto's Police Chief, two of his police captain's, and a city resident who works with ex-felons discuss security within the city and the police department's plans for dealing with potential crime surges. This video excerpt is taken from the full one-hour discussion, which was produced in April 2008. To get more information about the show, go to www.epatoday.org.
04:44
Henrie818
Many immigrant students believe that they are entitled to the same rights as the children of parents who were born as American citizens. They also think that they are entitled to pursue scholarships and grants as other students. In an hour long video discussion which was taped in July 2008, four children who were born in America of illegal immigrants passionately explain why they believe as they do. This is a video excerpt from the original discussion, which is described in more detail at www.epatoday.org
More Video Samples
05:40
Henrie818
On September 29, 2009, a series of earthquakes and a tsunami hit both Samoa and Tonga. In this excerpt, local residents tell how their families who live on those islands were affected by the events that occurred. In the full one hour interview, they discuss what they are doing and what other people can do to assist island residents cope with the disaster that befell them. To get additional information about this edition of Talking with Henrietta, go to the East Palo Alto Today website at: www.epatoday.org/tv.html. and scroll to the descriptive information regarding the show.
05:16
Henrie818
With the current economic slowdown, some think there are major changes taking place in the world of grantmaking. On this edition of Talking with Henrietta, Dr. Emmett Carson, the CEO and President of the Silicon Valley Community Foundation, Kim Reeves, the Senior Vice President of Silicon Valley United Way and show host Henrietta J. Burroughs discuss the current changes taking place in philanthropy and the impact these changes are having on local nonprofit agencies and on entire communities, worldwide. This show will air on Channel 27 in the San Francisco Bay Area and on the Internet from August 16 to August 27, 2009. For more information on show dates and times go to www.epatoday.org
04:44
Henrie818
Many immigrant students believe that they are entitled to the same rights as the children of parents who were born as American citizens. They also think that they are entitled to pursue scholarships and grants as other students. In an hour long video discussion which was taped in July 2008, four children who were born in America of illegal immigrants passionately explain why they believe as they do. This is a video excerpt from the original discussion, which is described in more detail at www.epatoday.org
04:05
Henrie818
Teen Suicides - What Can Be Done to Prevent Them? Teen suicides are increasing, and recent statistics show that, after motor vehicle accidents and homicides, suicide is the third leading cause of death for people between the ages of 15 and 24. On this edition of the Talking with Henrietta television show, three professional therapists discuss some of the reasons behind the increase in teen suicides. They also share some of the steps individuals can take to assist teens who are most at risk for killing themselves. The one hour show from which this excerpt was taken was taped on June 11, 2009. To get more information about the show go to www.epatoday.org.
Other Shows Where Henrietta Appeared
12:54
Midpen Media Center
A Few Select Videos
04:30
Henrie818
In this excerpt, talk show host Henrietta J. Burroughs speaks with Ron Davis, the Police Chief for the City of East Palo Alto, CA.; Marina Latu and Pastor Lea Uili to get their ideas on how to end a recent upsurge of violence in the city. In this segment, they talk about the role of the family. For more information on how to view the whole show go to www.epatoday.org and click on TV Shows at the Media Center.
05:40
Henrie818
Throughout America, there is a stortage of foster care for youngsters who need it. In this video excerpt we talk about recent immigration raids and the effect that they are having on the children of immigrant families. During the discussion, host Henrietta J. Burroughs talks with Beverly Beasley Johnson, the Director of the San Mateo County Human Services Agency in Northern California, Diane Carleson, a foster parent, Susan Kammerer, the Ex. Dir. of Help One Child, a foster care recruitment and support network and Carlos Smith a social worker in San Mateo County, California. More information about this one hour show can be found at www.epatoday.org.
06:56
Henrie818
This past February a thousand people marched in the streets of East Palo Alto, CA to end an upsurge in violence in that city. Shortly after the big march, more than 300 youth met during a teen summit to share their ideas about the city with local, county and state officials. In this video excerpt, Henrietta J. Burroughs talks with several community organizers involved with both the march and the summit to discuss whether the two events will have any lasting value for East Palo Alto and what the public can expect next. The complete hour long show can be seen on Channel 27 in CA in East Palo Alto, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Atherton and Stanford and also on the Internet at www.communitymediacenter.net on
Fridays @ noon, Saturdays @ 1:30 p.m., Sundays @ 5 p.m, Mondays @ 8a.m., and Thursdays @ 8 p.m. through April 15, 2007. For more information about the show and other topics that have been discussed on "Talking with Henrietta" go to www.epatoday.org.
05:03
Henrie818
The number of AIDS victims continues to increase. In this video excerpt, the show's guests tell host Henrietta J. Burroughs the difference between HIV and AIDS, why it is critical for everyone to take an HIV test and the reasons AIDS continues to increase in the U.S. in minority communities, especially. The complete hour show, from which this excerpt is taken, can be seen from April 19 - May 3. For additional information regarding this show and past shows, go to www.epatoday.org and click on the link for Television Shows at the Media Center
2016 Talking with Henrietta
58:54
Midpen Media Center
Guests Emily Pharr, Gina Dalma, Melvin Gaines and Lisa Yarbrough-Gauthier recap the East Palo Alto MBK Local Action Plan Summit that was held on April 8, 2016 and discuss next steps.
58:58
Midpen Media Center
4/29/16 Henrietta's guests are: William Webster, East Palo Alto Activist, Christopher Pope, Project Manager, MidPen Housing Corporation and Ruben Abrica, East Palo Alto City Council
One city in the Bay Area has found a way to provide more affordable housing than other more affluent cities.
58:59
Midpen Media Center
This show discusses some of the top health priorities low-income families have for their children & the gap their children have in health care.
58:38
Midpen Media Center
September 30 Guests Sister Trinitas Hernandez, Executive Director, Rosalie Rendu Center, Steward Hyland, Action Leader, St. Francis of Assisi Faith In Action, Sean Charpentier, Assistant City Manager, City of East Palo Alto
2017 Talking with Henrietta shows
58:25
Midpen Media Center
May 2, 2017
59:23
Midpen Media Center
58:46
Midpen Media Center
58:55
Midpen Media Center
2015 Talking with Henrietta
59:10
Midpen Media Center
The mayors of East Palo Alto (Lisa Yarbrough Gauthier), Menlo Park (Catherine Carlton) and Palo Alto (Karen Holman) discuss local issues, including affordable housing, creek flooding and traffic
58:33
Henrie818
Is there a commonality that all human beings share? One organization, the Global Lives Project, documents the daily activities of people around the world to underscore the idea that there are common threads that run through our lives. This show was originally produced on May 14, 2015. It was uploaded to Youtube then, but had, unfortunately, been left as a draft until now. Get more information about this show on the website of the East Palo Alto Today newspaper at http://epatoday.org/tv.html#globalcitizens. Follow Talking with Henrietta on Facebook at www:facebook.com/talkingwithhenrietta and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Henrie818
2018 Talking with Henrietta
20:44
Henrie818
The state of the U.S's housing market has become of increasing concern. Even with the drop in foreclosures in the country, affordable housing is out of reach for many. In this video excerpt, which is taken from a one hour discussion, my guests and I discuss some affordable and creative housing solutions that many are using. To get more information about this show, which was produced and taped on February 27, 2014, go to
www.epatoday.org/tv.html#creativesolutions. Follow Talking with Henrietta on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Talking-with-Henrietta/308238095446?ref=stream and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=Henrie818.
26:29
Henrie818
In this video excerpt, my guests and I discuss the steps being taken to educate today's youth so that they will be able to compete for meaningful jobs in our world's global economy and become well rounded and fulfilled individuals. For more information on the complete one hour show from which this excerpt is taken, go to www.epatoday.org/tv.html#trainingchildren. Follow Talking with Henrietta on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Talking-with-Henrietta/308238095446?ref=stream and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=Henrie818.
34:24
Henrie818
This video excerpt represents the first 30 minutes of a one hour discussion focusing on how those of us living in the modern world today can prevent human atrocities from occurring. My two guests on this show are members of an international organization based in the U.S. called Facing History and Ourselves, a nonprofit, educational organization that works primarily within the schools to promote understanding between groups and within groups. For more information on this complete discussion, which was produced on April 10, 2014, go to www.epatoday.org/tv.html#changinghumanbehavior. Follow Talking with Henrietta on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Talking-with-Henrietta/308238095446?ref=stream and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=Henrie818.
29:11
Henrie818
With all of the ethnic diversity in the U.S., statistics show that the ranks of corporate America are not ethnically diverse at all. In this video excerpt my guests explain the statistics and show what their groups are doing to make changes at the top. To get more information on the complete one hour discussion, which was produced on May 7, 2014, go to www.epatoday.org/tv.html#diversity. Follow Talking with Henrietta on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/pages/Talking-with-Henrietta/308238095446?ref=stream and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/intent/user?screen_name=Henrie818.
Favorites
Several Top Videos
08:04
Henrie818
The worldwide nature of the Internet makes it possible for criminals to use computers to carry on illegal activity anywhere in the world. Given the pervasiveness of the Internet and the rapid advances in technology that give online criminals easy access to personal information, it becomes even more difficult for us to protect ourselves when using the Internet. In this video excerpt, my three guests, who are experts when it comes to Internet crime, share tips as to what we can do to keep from becoming a cybercrime victim. For more information about this show, go to www.epatoday.org/tv.html.
05:40
Henrie818
Throughout America, there is a stortage of foster care for youngsters who need it. In this video excerpt we talk about recent immigration raids and the effect that they are having on the children of immigrant families. During the discussion, host Henrietta J. Burroughs talks with Beverly Beasley Johnson, the Director of the San Mateo County Human Services Agency in Northern California, Diane Carleson, a foster parent, Susan Kammerer, the Ex. Dir. of Help One Child, a foster care recruitment and support network and Carlos Smith a social worker in San Mateo County, California. More information about this one hour show can be found at www.epatoday.org.
06:56
Henrie818
This past February a thousand people marched in the streets of East Palo Alto, CA to end an upsurge in violence in that city. Shortly after the big march, more than 300 youth met during a teen summit to share their ideas about the city with local, county and state officials. In this video excerpt, Henrietta J. Burroughs talks with several community organizers involved with both the march and the summit to discuss whether the two events will have any lasting value for East Palo Alto and what the public can expect next. The complete hour long show can be seen on Channel 27 in CA in East Palo Alto, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Atherton and Stanford and also on the Internet at www.communitymediacenter.net on
Fridays @ noon, Saturdays @ 1:30 p.m., Sundays @ 5 p.m, Mondays @ 8a.m., and Thursdays @ 8 p.m. through April 15, 2007. For more information about the show and other topics that have been discussed on "Talking with Henrietta" go to www.epatoday.org.
04:30
Henrie818
In this excerpt, talk show host Henrietta J. Burroughs speaks with Ron Davis, the Police Chief for the City of East Palo Alto, CA.; Marina Latu and Pastor Lea Uili to get their ideas on how to end a recent upsurge of violence in the city. In this segment, they talk about the role of the family. For more information on how to view the whole show go to www.epatoday.org and click on TV Shows at the Media Center.
2015 Talking with Henrietta
59:10
Midpen Media Center
The mayors of East Palo Alto (Lisa Yarbrough Gauthier), Menlo Park (Catherine Carlton) and Palo Alto (Karen Holman) discuss local issues, including affordable housing, creek flooding and traffic
58:33
Henrie818
Is there a commonality that all human beings share? One organization, the Global Lives Project, documents the daily activities of people around the world to underscore the idea that there are common threads that run through our lives. This show was originally produced on May 14, 2015. It was uploaded to Youtube then, but had, unfortunately, been left as a draft until now. Get more information about this show on the website of the East Palo Alto Today newspaper at http://epatoday.org/tv.html#globalcitizens. Follow Talking with Henrietta on Facebook at www:facebook.com/talkingwithhenrietta and on Twitter at https://twitter.com/Henrie818
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