Carol Giovacchini and Deanna Calvin

Recorded November 30, 2021 Archived November 30, 2021 47:41 minutes
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Description

One Small Step conversation partners Carol Giovacchini (68) and Deanna Calvin (49) talk about the evolution of their political views and the importance of learning about other perspectives.

Subject Log / Time Code

Carol talks about her concern with Democracy in the US - January 6th insurrection, and the "stop the steal" movement
Deanna talks about addiction and her current relationships in her life; "everyday is a gift"
Carol talks about growing up in a big ethnic family; Deanna talks about coming from a big family as well; talks about her grandmother and Oprah Winfrey as her influences
Carol talks about journey with her political views; not sure if considers self conservative after Trump
Deanna's politics have become more independent as she's matured, but believes some things are human rights
Carol talks about experience working in a hospital exposing her to different people
Deanna asks Carol about her previous views
Deanna talks about 2020 social justice protests, vandalism, messaging with "defund the police"
Carol: "The longer I live, the more I see people have a lot in common"
Deanna talks about her work in equity, and people holding on to power and privilege
Deanna and Carol talk about how Trans people navigate the world
Carol talks about why she wants to learn more about other perspectives
Deanna and Carol talk about climate change and gardening
"How would you like to be remembered?"

Participants

  • Carol Giovacchini
  • Deanna Calvin

Recording Locations

Woodward Park Regional Library

Venue / Recording Kit

Partnership Type

Outreach

Initiatives