Regionally Speaking, June 23, 2023

By Dee Dotson,

Published June 23, 2023 at 1:19 PM CDT

Today: The Annie E. Casey Foundation Indiana Youth Institute recently released the 2023 Kids Count Data Book. Indiana Youth Institute President and CEO Tami Silverman joins us to discuss child well-being in Indiana. Today is International Widows Day. Northwest Indiana financial advisor Greg Hammer will share tips to help prepare for the oftentimes devastating financial effects. But up first, there’s a new children’s book out that offers an alternative to college with a focus on the trades. We’ll speak to Joshua Page, the author of the book and learn of his extraordinary journey. All of that on this edition of Regionally Speaking

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Dee Dotson

As co-host and producer of Regionally Speaking, Dee is responsible for connecting with northwest Indiana community newsmakers to share their stories with the Lakeshore Public Radio listening audience. She believes in the power of storytelling to engag, teach and change lives. Prior to working at Lakeshore Public Radio, Dee enjoyed giving her time, talent, and resources to various community organizations. Dee believes in servant leadership. Her favorite quote is "Leadership is service not position." by Tim Fargo.

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Tom Maloney

As Vice President of Radio Operations, Tom is responsible for overseeing Lakeshore Public Radio. He oversees the radio station’s programming, as well as news. He was instrumental in bringing several different genres of music to Lakeshore Public Radio.

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