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You've seen the Be Kind stickers. You've seen the murals and they are all tied to an organization called Ben's Bells. Many of you know that name, but for those of you that don't, we wanted to go a little bit more in depth with Helen Gomez, the Executive Director. We'll find out about how this organization began and what they're focused on, because it's not just kindness, that's a big piece of it, but Ben's Bells is working on a lot of different efforts in our community and Helen's going to share those with us.
This holiday season, we’re sharing one of our most downloaded episodes of the year - an episode that remains incredibly relevant as we look toward 2021. Catherine is joined by How to Change the World fan favorite (and our very first guest!) Jeannette Maré, the founder and former Executive Director of Ben’s Bells, an organization dedicated to educating about the transformative practice of intentional kindness. Jeannette and Catherine talk about how you can use kindness in your daily work confronting Coronavirus and institutional racism, how it is different than niceness or empathy, and tangible steps you can take today to build your own kindness skillset.
Zach shares the untold history of Thanksgiving Day. Ultra Air Conditioning and Ben's Bells come in studio to talk about their collaboration this season to spread kindness, and taking care of your heating and cooling systems. Zach shares some COVID thoughts about schools and hospitals. I Am You 360 shares about the amazing surprise of having Mike Rowe, of Dirty Jobs fame, bring his new Facebook Watch series to Tucson to highlight their work for youth in the community.
Ben's Bells is committed to staying socially connected during this time of physical distancing. Meet Sophia Diaz Martinez, this week's Ben's Bells project #Bellee! Jackie Jones Nominated Sophia for her work with the LGBTQ Community. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/RainbowPodcast2021/support
Catherine is joined by How to Change the World fan favorite (and our very first guest!) Jeannette Maré, the founder and former Executive Director of Ben's Bells, an organization dedicated to educating about the transformative practice of intentional kindness. Jeannette and Catherine talk about how you can use kindness in your daily work confronting Coronavirus and institutional racism, how it is different than niceness or empathy, and tangible steps you can take today to build your own kindness skillset.
Jennifer is joined by Helen Gomez, executive director of Ben's Bells.
The Chief Kindness Officer and the Chief Executive Officer of Ben's Bells Project talked about... ☕ Kindness vs. Niceness ☕ Kindness as a skillset ☕ Kind impact vs. Kind Intentions ☕ The Golden Rule vs. The Platinum Rule ☕ Kindness as the "doing", not the "thinking" ☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕☕ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enterprisetucson/support
Our first podcast episode was also our most popular to date. In case you missed it or want to give another listen, we're sharing it again. Jeannette Maré is the founder and Executive Director of Ben's Bells, a nonprofit working to make the world a kinder place. In this conversation, she explains how kindness helped her through the darkest time of her life. If you're familiar with the work of Ben's Bells, it should come as no surprise that kindness came out on top.
This episode of the Kindness Podcast is brought to you by Cornwell Properties in Athens, Ohio. Location Matters. Visit http://cornwellpropertiesathens.com for more information. The kindness of others helped Jeannette Maré heal after the sudden death of her three-year-old son Ben. She now extends that same kindness to others who are hurting through the Ben's Bells project. Jeannette and thousands of volunteers craft ceramic bells which have traveled all across the world with the message to “Be Kind.” For more on the Ben's Bells project go to BensBells.org.
Have you ever been face-to-face with someone who has experienced unimaginable heartbreak and been at a loss for words? My guest’s personal insight into grief as a result of the sudden unexpected death of her 2 year old son will bring you to tears, inspire your soul, and provide you with tangible ways to meaningfully support parents, students, or colleagues who have experienced devastating loss. Jeannette Maré is the founder and Executive Director of Ben’s Bells Project. Jeannette’s leadership has anchored the organization through remarkable growth, including the opening of four studios, collaborating with hundreds of local organizations and recruiting more than 25,000 annual volunteers. As part of her vision, Ben’s Bells has become nationally recognized and “kindness” is becoming part of the nation’s collective consciousness.Jeannette lives in Tucson and is grateful to have the opportunity to combine her two passions – teaching and community building – in her role with Ben’s Bells. You can find her on social media @bensbells or on her website www.bensbells.org. For more information visit my website smallactbigimpact.com and search for episode #23.
Don't miss a BRAND NEW interview on as Stacey Gualandi catches up with Jeannette Maré, the founder of the in Tucson, Arizona. In 2002, Jeannette's 3-year-old son Ben died suddenly. As a way to deal with her devastating grief, this teacher-by-trade began making clay wind chimes that contained bells and tiny messages of kindness. On the first anniversary of Ben's death, hundreds of these bell chimes were put up around Tucson, encouraging people to pass on their uplifting messages. The project quickly turned personal tragedy into something positive for Jeannette, and ultimately for the world. with host Stacey Gualandi, is a show from , an Online Magazine which features news and interviews with women who want to make the world a better place. Check out their latest book, "" at changemakersbook.com. From newsmakers, changemakers, entrepreneurs, best-selling authors, cancer survivors, adventurers, and experts on leadership, stress and health, to kids helping kids, global grandmothers improving children's lives, and women who fight for equal rights,"It's the world as we see it." The Women's Eye Radio Show is available on iTunes and at . Learn more about The Women's Eye at
Welcome to the first of two podcasts this week. We take a week off, and you get more content. How does that math work out? First up is John's interview with actress Allison Arngrim from O Comic Con. Alison is most well known for playing Nellie on Little House on the Prairie. John hosted one of her panels at OCC and sat down with her later to chat one-on-one. Next is Jerry's interview with actor Erick Avari from Smallville Comic Con. Erick has been in dozens of movies and TV shows, from Seinfeld to The West Wing and from Independence Day to Stargate. Like all good actors, he longs for the opportunity to play King Lear on stage. Jerry sits down to discuss his career, driving the country, and Ben's Bells. Finally, John interviews actor Alain Chanoine from the Smallville Comic Con. Alain was most recently seen as the Incubus in Suicide Squad. John and Alain sit down to discuss the path he took to reach the big screen. Allison Arngrim - 1:50 - 19:40 Erick Avari - 19:40 - 29:20 Alain Chanoine - 29:20 - 40:45
Step Up. Be Kind. Amy Collinsworth from Ben's Bells is in studio to talk kindness in Tucson. Plus sports & fun + more on a Talking Culture Monday.
30 Minutes speaks with Ann Yellott, Culture of Peace Alliance Grants Coordinator, and Andrea Martinez, senior at Pueblo High School…