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This podcast episode was created by Camryn Sanchez.

It is about the Yonkers desegregation case and inequality in Southwest Yonkers.

Michael Sussman, a former NAACP lawyer, is interviewed and provides background to the desegregation case and…

The Kent Cleaner Company Company sent a letter and advertisements to Arthur J. Van Suetendale about their latest products.
The letter is dated September 28, 1921.

Arthur J. Van Suetendael notified the City of Yonkers about checks for property taxes he sent to them and requested receipts for the payments.

The letter was written August 16, 1917.

Arthur J. Van Suetendael informed Mr. Carene that the rent for his apartment was being raised.

The letter was written September 22, 1917.

This letter is in regards to June Lowth being behind on her payments to the Van Suetendale brothers for property they own. They are threatening to foreclose on her mortgage.
The letter was written on September 4, 1917.

Ray Wilcox, executive director of Yonkers Arts, describes working in an corporate environment and racism that he witnessed. He talks about Yonkers Arts projects, including the Black Lives Matter mural and the I Am a Hero program.

Joe Kenner talks about the path that led him to his current position as CEO of Greyston. He also describes work opportunities and career development provided by Greyston to African American and Hispanic communities in Yonkers.

Evan describes his upbringing and how he became interested in art. He talks about how his mother allowed him to practice graffiti art in his bedroom. He describes art projects that he created with Katori Walker, such as 100 Words of Wisdom and Yes…

Carol talks about the work that she does with children at the Family Services of Westchester and becoming involved in childhood education programs..

She describes advocating for black civil rights following the murder of George Floyd.
Carol…

Theresa talks about sexism women experienced in the work place. She describes the Bronx Slave Market and how women worked for little pay.