Savvy Citizen: A Gaston County Podcast
The Gaston County Communications Office brings you Savvy Citizen -- a behind-the-scenes look at issues that matter to you as a Gaston County resident. New episodes drop every Monday.
Episodes
Nov 9, 2020
Nov 9, 2020
27 min
Longtime Gaston County resident Steve D'Avria discusses what drove him to participate in a COVID-19 vaccine trial and what his hopes are for a world where an effective vaccine exists.
Oct 26, 2020
Oct 26, 2020
21 min
Marveta Mason -- one of the first Gaston County residents to contract COVID-19 -- talks with Savvy Citizen about the disease that nearly took her life and her ongoing battle even after leaving the hospital.
Oct 20, 2020
Oct 20, 2020
58 min
UNC Charlotte Political Science Professor Dr. Eric Heberlig and Gaston County Elections Director Adam Ragan talk about elections misinformation and why citizens can be confident in the security of their vote in episode 2 of Savvy Citizen.
Oct 12, 2020
Oct 12, 2020
27 min
Gaston County Public Information Officer Adam Gaub and Budget Manager Janet Schafer co-host the Savvy Citizen Podcast -- a look behind the scenes in government and on issue that matter to local residents.
In episode 1, Assistant Budget Manager Taylor Drury explains the challenges of putting together a budget during COVID and some of the tasks she never would have guessed she'd take on in this role.
What Does It Mean To Be Savvy?
This podcast is all about connecting Gaston County residents to their government and their community. Not only do we take you behind the scenes of Gaston County's more than 30 departments, we help tell the stories of the people and places that make up this wonderful place we call home. Our hope is that each episode leaves you feeling better connected & informed.
Have feedback or want to pitch an episode idea? Email us at Adam.Gaub@GastonGov.com.