Better Together with Commissioner Fosque
Gwinnett County District 4 Commissioner Marlene Fosque and her guests share ideas and discuss issues affecting Gwinnett County.
Episodes
31 episodes
Commissioner Fosque's Farewell
On December 31, District 4 Commissioner Marlene Fosque will end her historic term on the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners. Media Relations Manager and Eye on Gwinnett host Deborah Tuff sat down with Commissioner Fosque for a final convers...
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Season 2
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Episode 13
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24:58
Episode 30: Seasonal health featuring Dr. Audrey Arona
As temperatures drop and holiday gatherings take place, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Gwinnett, Newton, and Rockdale Health Departments District Health Director and CEO Dr. Audrey Arona to discuss seasonal health and the latest initiatives ...
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Season 2
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Episode 12
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30:56
Episode 29: Recognizing Bullying Prevention Month
In recognition of Bullying Prevention Month, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Gwinnett Youth Commissioners Erika Magnon and Angelica Stallworth and school counselor Dr. Renae Jackson to discuss bullying prevention. Also, Gwinnett ...
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Season 2
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Episode 11
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32:03
Episode 28: Community Outreach Update
New season, new events! Commissioner Fosque sat down with Gwinnett Community Outreach managers Nury Castro and Nathan DeVoe to discuss upcoming outreach events and engagement opportunities that you can participate in this fall. Als...
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Season 2
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Episode 10
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28:07
Episode 27: GCPS Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts
Just in time for the upcoming school year, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Gwinnett County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts to discuss leading Georgia's largest public school system. From his leadership style to student engag...
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Season 2
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Episode 9
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1:01:24
Episode 26: A Conversation with Jasmine Billings
In this episode, Commissioner Fosque speaks with Jasmine Billings, the Community Development Manager for the city of Lawrenceville and chair of the Gwinnett Young Professionals. The two discuss Jasmine's background, community involvement, and G...
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Season 2
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Episode 8
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39:34
Episode 25: Gwinnett Trailblazer Beauty Baldwin
In honor of Women's History Month, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Gwinnett trailblazer and educator, Mrs. Beauty Baldwin. The two reminisced about Mrs. Baldwin's barrier-breaking career as Georgia's first Black woman superintendent when she ...
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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32:24
Episode 24: Career From Here
Start a career with Gwinnett at the Career From Here hiring event! In this special edition of Better Together, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Human Resources Manager Jayne Tailhardat to discuss the Career From Here hiring event. The ev...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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29:18
Episode 23: Preparing for the 2022 Elections
Watch this episodeIn this episode, Commissioner Fosque welcomed Gwinnett County Elections Supervisor Zach Manifold to discuss preparations underway for the 2022 Elections. The two covered important ...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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39:53
Episode 22: Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center
Watch this episodeTo kick off 2022, Commissioner Fosque sat down with Economic Development Manager Mark Farmer to discuss the Gwinnett Entrepreneur Center located at 405 North Perry Street in Lawren...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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33:56
Episode 21: Grants Director Shannon Candler
Watch this episodeCommissioner Fosque welcomes Gwinnett County Grants Director Shannon Candler to the podcast to discuss the Grants Management Division and how the County mana...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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44:41
Episode 20: Buford City Schools Superintendent Dr. Robert Downs
Watch this EpisodeCommissioner Fosque and Buford City Schools Superintendent Dr. Robert Downs discuss how the school system is navigating the COVID-19 pandemic and the formula behind bein...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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46:04
Episode 19: Commissioner Jasper Watkins III
Watch this episodeIn this episode, Commissioner Fosque sits down with District 3 Commissioner Jasper Watkins III for an insightful discussion about issues impacting residents and business...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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41:42
Episode 18: Community Outreach Director Shaunieka Taste
After a short summer break, Commissioner Fosque kicks off new episodes of Better Together with Gwinnett Community Outreach Director Shaunieka Taste. The two discuss signature outreach programs and engagement events. Also, Officer M...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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37:20
Episode 17: Congresswoman Carolyn Bourdeaux
Commissioner Fosque closes out the first season of Better Together with U.S. Congresswoman Carolyn Bourdeaux, who represents Georgia's 7th congressional district which includes most of Gwinnett County. They discuss federal legislation impacting...
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Season 1
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Episode 17
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27:45
Episode 16: District Attorney Patsy Austin-Gatson
In this episode, Commissioner Fosque sits down with Gwinnett's District Attorney Patsy Austin-Gatson to discuss her first 100 days in office and her role as the district attorney for one of Georgia's largest judicial circuits. Also, Uzm...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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35:06
Episode 15: District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku
In this episode, Commissioner Fosque joins District 2 Commissioner Ben Ku to discuss his priorities for District 2 and more. Also, Sarah Park, Program Coordinator for Gwinnett Community Outreach, shares how the County will celebrate...
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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33:27
Episode 14: COVID-19 Vaccines 101 with Dr. Audrey Arona
Watch this episodeHear COVID-19 vaccine information from an expert! Listen to Commissioner Fosque's conversation with Gwinnett, Newton, and Rockdale Health Departments Director Dr. Audrey...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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57:58
Episode 13: Gwinnett's Juvenile Court with Judge Nhan-Ai Simms
Interested in the Juvenile Court system? Listen to Commissioner Fosque's conversation with Juvenile Court Judge Nhan-Ai (Young-Eye) Simms as they discuss initiatives designed to lower juvenile detention and recidivism rates, plus more.&n...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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26:35
Episode 12: Gwinnett Fire & Emergency Services celebrates 50 years of service
Commissioner Fosque is joined by Gwinnett Fire Chief Russell Knick for a look back at Gwinnett Fire and Emergency Services' 50 years of service and more. Also, Lieutenant Donald Strother shares a reminder about an important task t...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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33:45
Episode 11: District 1 Commissioner Kirkland Carden
Commissioner Fosque had the opportunity to sit down with her colleague, District 1 Commissioner Kirkland Carden, to discuss his background and plans for District 1. Plus, hear from Sheila Fowler with Community Services about the new InGwinnett ...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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21:54
Episode 10: A Conversation with Regina Miller
In this episode, Commissioner Fosque invited Gwinnett Health and Human Services Director Regina Miller for a discussion about how the County has adapted its senior services during the pandemic. Plus, hear from Muriam Nafees with Volunteer Gwinn...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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20:51
Episode 9: A Conversation with Everton Blair Jr.
Commissioner Fosque continues celebrating Black History Month with Gwinnett County Public School's first African American school board member, Everton Blair Jr. Since the podcast recording, Everton has become the Chairman of the Gwinnett...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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29:53
Episode 8: State Court Judge Ronda Colvin Leary
Commissioner Fosque celebrates Black History Month with Gwinnett's first African American judge, State Court Judge Ronda Colvin Leary. The two discuss becoming a "first," how the courts adapted to COVID-19, alternative sentencing, and mo...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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17:51