In Episode 9 of our NEW series 'Echoes of Evanston: The Soul of Community Hospital,' we interview Carlis Sutton, a historian of Evanston's Black community. LISTEN.
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We are all about telling stories of people, many who have been disenfranchised and not been included in the public narrative of Evanston. We are hearing life stories that are integral to walking the walk with our hometown of Evanston, Illinois, the first city in the US to approve reparations. We raise funds to help build our community and hold forums to educate through respectful conversations with a wide range of people represented.
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Guests discuss the state of education, employment, access to opportunities, cultural celebration and ideas for how we should do better.
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Evanston rules EPISODES
The Soul of Community Hospital with Carlis Sutton, Part 2
Guest: CARLIS SUTTON
In Part 2 of Carlis Sutton’s two-part episode within our series, we delve deeper into the history of Evanston Community Hospital and the significant healthcare disparities in Evanston. This episode continues exploring Carlis's personal experiences, including being barred from Evanston Hospital and St. Francis Hospital, and receiving a polio vaccination in a basement—a stark illustration of the era’s racial segregation. He also praises the exceptional Black doctors who brought hope to the community and reflects on the enduring bonds within the Fifth Ward, where he grew up. This two-part episode with Carlis is part of a larger series featuring various interviews that uncover the resilient spirit and rich history of Evanston. Join us as we explore these compelling stories.
The Soul of Community Hospital with Carlis Sutton, pART 1
Guest: CARLIS SUTTON
This multi-part creative collaboration explores the often overlooked history of the Evanston Sanitarium, later known as Community Hospital. This institution served the Black community on Chicago's North Shore from 1914 to 1980.
In our first episode, we feature Carlis Sutton, a living encyclopedia of Evanston's Black history. Carlis recounts the vibrant and thriving community that existed before integration. He shares his extensive knowledge about historical institutions like Community Hospital, which played a crucial role in serving the Black community when other hospitals refused them care.
Enforcing Evanston Rules
Guest: SCHENITA STEWART
In this 7th episode from Season Three, we had the pleasure of interviewing Schenita Stewart, Evanston's first Black female police chief. She shared personal photos of her family and spoke about the significant influences in her life. We discussed her experiences growing up in Evanston and the importance of her role in the community where she was born.
Chief Stewart speaks openly and passionately about her dedication to Evanston and her vision as police chief. Listen to understand and to hear her inspiring story and deep commitment to her hometown, Evanston, Illinois.
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