The Upstate Impact Podcast

In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan chat with Jen Carter of Jen Carter Coaching. They discuss her personal journey, as well as what exactly a "life coach" is and how she wants people to see the best version of themselves.

In this episode, Jordan and Elizabeth chat with Taryn Gibson of Day Before the Rainbow Rescue. She discusses the joys and challenges of animal rescue and what she has learned over the last several years running her own rescue. She emphasizes her desires to rise above the "drama" that often surrounds the rescue world and do whatever she can to save as many animals as possible.

In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan chat with Jessica Sharp of Sharp Brain Consulting about her role as an educator and social justice advocate. Jessica shares the details of her personal story as well as her perspective on the events of the last several months including what has changed, and what still needs to change.

In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan chat with Brian Knox of B. Knox Photography about his passion for capturing memorable moments in life and what led him on his recent entrepreneurial journey. He also discusses where his seemingly endless positivity comes from and why he thinks we should all be kinder to one another.

In this episode, Jordan and Elizabeth chat with Cam Hill of Eleos Ministry about his passion and calling to serve adolescents in an underserved community here in the Upstate. He shares the "why" behind his story and how pickup basketball turned into relational ministry.

In this episode, Jordan and Elizabeth chat with Chris Egan, who has a huge heart for serving children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities in the Upstate. Chris has been involved with numerous programs and ministries including Mosaic (Grace Church), Young Life Capernaum, Night to Shine, ClemsonLIFE, and more. He also currently works for Walgreens, who has become one of the largest employers of individuals with disabilities in the world. Chris shares his perspectives on why he fell in love with this population and how we can all pitch in to make individuals with disabilities feel more included and appreciated.

In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan chat with Jerry Blassingame, an expert in helping men and women who have been released from prison with his faith-based program that provides housing, training, and much-needed structure. Jerry is a devoted advocate for prison and criminal justice reform, and he is also a published author and a frequently sought-after motivational speaker.

In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan speak with Holly Callaway of Powerhouse Consulting about her own entrepreneurial and self-discovery journey, as well as what inspired her to step up and create gift boxes to support local small business during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.

In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan chat with Kim Mogan of GirlUp GVL about what led her to start her own organization that focuses on mentoring at-risk middle school and high school girls in the Upstate. Kim opens up about her adolescence and how it led her to want to make a difference in the lives of girls in this stage of life, focusing on personal development, mental health, and education.

In this episode, Jordan and Elizabeth chat with Lindsey Hesketh of Fostering Great Ideas, and they discuss the unique issues surrounding foster care. Fostering Great Ideas tries to bring an innovate approach to an industry that is often overworked, stressed, and lacking feasible ideas for change and improvement. We all have a part to play in helping these vulnerable members of our society.

In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan speak with Pam Dorsey of Pam Dorsey Enterprises about the power of self-affirmation and the role that plays in self-discovery. Pam is an endless source of energy and positivity and is a great example of our ability to change if we embrace our calling.

In this episode, Elizabeth and I take a break from our typical format to address the topics of racial inequality and reconciliation with Travis Morris. We tried to cover all angles of the issues facing our nation today and present thoughtful dialogue without holding back. We hope you enjoy this episode!

In the fourth episode of The Upstate Impact Podcast, Jordan and Elizabeth welcome Jonathan Parker of All Good Things, Inc. Jonathan is commonly known for his work with Hymns and Hops, and we discuss that, among many other things in this episode. Jonathan tells some great stories and shares his passion for "redeeming common places" and preserving hymns for generations to come. His journey of overcoming a restrictive and oppressive religious background and his desire to see others do the same is inspiring and will make you want to join hands with him as he continues his ministry here in the Upstate.

In the third episode of the Upstate Impact Podcast, Jordan and Elizabeth chat with Deb Richardson-Moore of the Triune Mercy Center. Her church and its ministries are one of the most impactful forces in the fights against addiction and homelessness in the Upstate. In addition to her work with Triune Mercy Center, Deb has an amazing story of how she got into ministry, and she also gives some helpful perspective and advice on how each of us can play our part in working to heal and restore the lives of those who continue to battle homelessness, poverty, and addiction.

In the second episode of the Upstate Impact Podcast, Jordan Floyd interviews Elizabeth Weaver with the goal of helping the listeners get to know the hosts a little better. They discuss a wide range of topics including Elizabeth's personal discovery journey, her passion for connection, and her thoughts on why she wanted to be a part of the Upstate Impact Project.

In the first episode of the Upstate Impact Podcast, Elizabeth Weaver interviews Jordan Floyd with the goal of helping the listeners get to know the hosts a little better. They discuss a wide range of topics including Jordan's passion for seeing changes made to the American healthcare system, along with a discussion of what prompted him to start the Upstate Impact Project and how others can get involved.