1 rich Libsyn https://www.libsyn.com 90 600 Ashley is the Founder and Creator of Black on State, a community-driven organization dedicated to elevating voices, art and creativity.&amp;nbsp; In this episode, Ashley talks about growing up in Madison, her vision of creating a more welcoming and inclusive downtown Madison, the 2025 Black on State event which is being held on August 23, and so much more.&amp;nbsp; In our conversation Ashley states that Black folks intentionally stay away from downtown Madison and discusses what is being done to create a better sense of belonging.&amp;nbsp; Ashley has a big vision for Madison - take a listen and find out what to help make her vision possible.&amp;nbsp; #BlackOnState #MadisonWi #DowntownMadison #BlackWomen #BlackOxygenPodcast #BlackInMadison #CulturalFestivals &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp; Black Oxygen http://blackoxygen.libsyn.com/website <iframe title="Libsyn Player" style="border: none" src="//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/36709230/height/90/theme/custom/thumbnail/yes/direction/forward/render-playlist/no/custom-color/88AA3C/" height="90" width="600" scrolling="no" allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen></iframe> https://assets.libsyn.com/secure/item/36709230