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SMALL TALK WITH COMMUNITIES UNLIMITED

Erin Cahill   |   July 18, 2023

Small Talk with Communities Unlimited is a podcast that centers rural innovation by spotlighting how everyday projects—from converting disused rail corridors into trail lifelines to revitalizing downtown bakeries—spark economic growth and deepen local well-being. Featuring real stories and practitioners, it brings rural ingenuity into sharp focus, making complex community development both accessible and inspiring. This platform elevates the intersection of human connection and technology, showing how rural communities can cultivate resilient, healthy futures—aligning directly with Aspen CSG’s Thrive Rural Framework, which champions community-led, asset-based strategies for long-term prosperity.

Aspen Institute Community Strategies Group
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