The Davenport Pulse
Welcome to the Davenport Pulse, a podcast aimed at connecting citizens to their local government. Together we will explore important issues impacting our neighborhoods and community, through conversations with residents, city staff, and elected officials. Davenport is the urban pulse at the heart of the Quad Cities, rich in history and character, where folks with a Midwest mentality plant personal and professional roots. Come explore with us the people, places, and programs that make Davenport home.
Podcasting since 2021 • 65 episodes
The Davenport Pulse
Latest Episodes
Quad City Arts | Metro Arts Youth Apprenticeship
Ben Gougeon and Sarah Robb from Quad City Arts stopped by for a fun chat! Listen as they share the story behind an inspiring new mural created for the Good Neighbor Project. Completed this summer by ten talented young artists, ages 15 to 21, th...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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41:37
Back-to-School with Your Davenport SROs!
In this episode, we sit down with School Resource Officers (SROs) to learn more about the vital role they play in creating a safe and supportive learning environment. Hear what a typical day looks like, how they build meaningful relation...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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36:38
Figge Art Museum
Executive Director and CEO of the Figge Art Museum, Melissa Mohr joins us to talk art, education, community, and 100 years of museum magic! From the breathtaking new installation Evanescent Field, to impactful community outreach, go be...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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31:56
Celebrating National Community Development Week!
In this episode, we’re joined by Bruce Berger, Director of Community and Economic Development, to celebrate National Community Development Week. Bruce sheds light on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), how the City of Davenport levera...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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21:15
Co-Responder Program | Making an Impact in the Community
Tune in to the latest episode of The Davenport Pulse to learn more about the Co-Responder Program, a collaboration between Davenport Police and Vera French Mental Health Center that provides a necessary service to those experiencing mental heal...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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24:02
