Episode 3: Tuleah Palmer & R.T. Rybak explore the importance of rural-urban interdependence in Minnesota
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R. T. Rybak and Tuleah Palmer lead the most urban and rural Minnesota foundations. They both wrote editorials in the Star Tribune in 2023 about the importance of rural-urban interdependence in Minnesota. In this conversation, Ellen Wolter moderates a discussion between Tuleah and R.T. about the intricate interdependence between rural and urban Minnesota. They delve into personal stories, economic insights, historical context, and the shared commitments needed to foster cohesive policy developments that encompass all of Minnesota.
Episode Highlights:
01:33 Meet Tuleah and R.T. and Where They Call Home
07:48 Economic Interdependence
09:50 Historical Context and Philanthropy
12:51 Challenges and Opportunities in Rural-Urban Relations
29:59 The Role of Media and Perception
43:13 Future Directions and Collaborative Efforts
More Information:
Tuleah Palmer Bio, https://blandinfoundation.org/about/our-people/staff-members/tuleah-palmer/#:~:text=Born%20in%20Deer%20River%2C%20Minn,rich%20soil%20of%20Aitkin%20County.
R.T. Rybak Bio, https://www.minneapolisfoundation.org/team/
Tuleah Palmer's editorial can be found here:
https://web.archive.org/web/20230627130358/https://www.startribune.com/minnesotas-future-urban-and-rural-minnesota-need-each-other-more-than-ever/600285459/
R.T. Rybak’s editorial can be found here:
https://web.archive.org/web/20230801164203/https://www.startribune.com/minnesotas-future-rugged-togetherness-has-always-been-states-secret/600293810/
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