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Talk of the Town

Launched in 2019, “Talk of the Town” is an ongoing Oakland Voices series that features the perspectives of Oaklanders.

Talk of the Town is the first assignment for participants in our Community Journalism Academy.

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Talk of the Town: Town creatives share what makes Oakland home for them

October 10, 2023 Patricia Fox

Creative people keep moving to Oakland. Patricia Fox headed to Joyce Gordon Gallery to ask a few why they made Oakland home.

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Talk of the Town: Is crime surging in Oakland? How has it affected how you live?

October 5, 2023 Dera R. Williams

With reports of increased crime in Oakland, how are residents adjusting how they live and move about the Town?

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Talk of the Town: What brings you peace?

October 3, 2023 Daniel Swafford

At a time when many do not experience peace regularly, Oakland Voices correspondent Daniel Swafford asks Oakland Peace Summit attendees: What brings you peace?

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Long-time residents share why they choose to stay in Oakland

September 26, 2023 Joy Quilatan

Long-time Oaklanders love Oakland for many reasons. Why do residents choose to stay?

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Talk of the Town: Do you feel safe in Oakland?

September 21, 2023 Ansel Troy

Public safety dominates headlines about the Town. Ansel Troy asks commuters at Fruitvale BART Forbes magazine ranked Oakland as the 11th most dangerous city in the United States. Ansel Troy asked commuters how they feel about their safety?

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Talk of the Town: How would you describe Oakland to someone who has never been here?

September 19, 2023 Tanna Samone

There are many ways to describe the Town. Tanna Simone asked residents, “How would you describe Oakland to someone who has never been here?”

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Talk of the Town: What have you discovered about Oakland since pandemic?

July 26, 2022 Trinity Thompson

Trinity Thompson asked Oakland residents about what they’ve learned about Oakland during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Talk of the Town: What about Oakland or Lake Merritt gives you a sense of belonging?

July 12, 2022 Carina V. Lieu

Oakland residents share what makes them feel like they belong in the Town.

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Talk of the Town: What is your dream for the future of Oakland?

November 11, 2021 Kristal Raheem

Raheem Divine asked Oaklanders about their dreams for the future of the Town.

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Talk of the Town: How have you ascended through this pandemic while living in Oakland?

November 9, 2021 Toni Rochelle

Oakland residents adjusting to pandemic through creativity, community care, and reflection.

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