The Crossroads and Backroads of America
Welcome back to another captivating episode of The Hot Dish, where we journey into the crossroad and backroads of America's rural and small-town landscapes.
Lucas and Ezekiel from Crossroads America share their mission to highlight the similarities and shared experiences among diverse Americans. Their storytelling through video will reveal the common threads that bind us.
Then, Professor Ben Winchester, a rural sociology expert from the University of Minnesota Morris, joins us to debunk widespread misconceptions about rural communities. He delves into the economic diversity and demographic changes occurring in these areas, painting a hopeful picture of vibrant, interconnected small towns.
This episode promises to provide deep insights and inspire collective action for a brighter future in small-town America.
Stay with us, as we promise to return with more stories from the heart of America, and don't forget to share your thoughts and questions with us. Be sure to catch our upcoming video releases, and join the conversation on social media to help amplify these important voices.
Lucas and Ezekiel from Crossroads America share their mission to highlight the similarities and shared experiences among diverse Americans. Their storytelling through video will reveal the common threads that bind us.
Then, Professor Ben Winchester, a rural sociology expert from the University of Minnesota Morris, joins us to debunk widespread misconceptions about rural communities. He delves into the economic diversity and demographic changes occurring in these areas, painting a hopeful picture of vibrant, interconnected small towns.
This episode promises to provide deep insights and inspire collective action for a brighter future in small-town America.
Stay with us, as we promise to return with more stories from the heart of America, and don't forget to share your thoughts and questions with us. Be sure to catch our upcoming video releases, and join the conversation on social media to help amplify these important voices.
Join the One Country Project for the fourth annual Rural Progress Summit, July 8–10. The keynote will feature a virtual fireside chat between Sec. Pete Buttigieg and Sen. Heidi Heitkamp.
The Rural Progress Summit is a virtual event that brings together voices from across the country to explore ideas and solutions that address the real needs of rural America.
Go to OneCountryProject.org to learn more or https://pdcst.news/RPS2025 to register for the Rural Progress Summit.
Creators and Guests
Host
Heidi Heitkamp
U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp served as the first female senator elected from North Dakota from 2013 – 2019. he is the founder and Chair of the One Country Project, an organization focused on addressing the needs and concerns of rural America. Heidi was recently named the Director of the Institute of Politics at the University of Chicago, a university she has long been committed to and a place where she enjoys engaging with students over civic discussions while encouraging them to seek opportunities in public service to our country. Heidi also serves as a contributor to both CNBC and ABC News.
Host
Joel Heitkamp
He is an multi-award winning talk show host both regionally and nationally. Before radio, he served in the North Dakota Senate from 1995-2008.
