Welcome to Spillin’ Sweet Tea — the podcast that pours out the good happening all around us. I’m your host, Morgan Robinson, and each week we sit down with people who are working hard to make our communities stronger, kinder, and more connected.

Today’s guest is someone who wears many hats in our community.. Ric Cavender is the Director of Charleston Urban Works and currently serves as President of the Kanawha County Board of Education. But beyond the titles, Ric is someone whose personal journey — including rebuilding his life from the ground up — has shaped the way he leads, the way he serves, and the way he creates space for others.

Ric is passionate about people, about community, and about making sure Charleston continues to grow while staying true to what makes it special.

So grab your favorite cup of something s ...