Podcasts about changemakers

Text: Matthew 5:13; variousTheme: At Community we call our volunteers “Change Makers”. The truth is, being a change maker should be the way all of us who follow Jesus should live. This week we'll get real practical in how we can do exactly that.Memory Verse: Matthew 5:13 (NIV) “You are the salt of the earth. But if the salt loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is no longer good for anything, except to be thrown out and trampled underfoot.”Message Notes: https://www.bible.com/events/49576658

Can't love a God that tries to control us with the fear of hell? You're not alone!Listen now to this special episode in which your Happiness Expert Samia Bano shares how being a #survivorofabuse made her averse to being in any relationship where there is an attempt to control her, even if that someone trying to control her is God. Discover how Samia embraced a loving, guiding, and non-controlling #relationshipwithgod  and you can too by unpacking deep #spiritual realizations about: -- role of suffering and choice in our lives-- understanding the deeper reality of what hell is-- how God is never on an agenda to control or harm us -- the truly #UnconditionalLove God has for us-- and so much more!NOTE: Although Samia frames the concepts in this episode in the context of #IslamicSpirituality, the lessons are relevant and applicable to other faith and spiritual traditions as well. If you're interested in #interfaith learning or have an #interspiritual approach to your practice of faith, you'll particularly appreciate and benefit from this episode!#sufferingandfaith #spiritualjourney #Ramadan2026 #SpiritualGrowth #LoveAllah #GodConsciousness #Taqwa #FaithJourney #IslamicWisdom #DivineLove #AllahIsMerciful #HeartfeltIslam #IslamicSpirituality #MindfulFaith #ProphetsTeachings #DeepeningIman #Ihsan #ForgivenessFromAllah #QuranicWisdom #LivingInWorship #PeaceAndFaith #SpiritualAwakening #RamadanReflections #FaithAndLove #MercyOfAllah #CloserToAllah_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness. Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently. Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Can't love a God that tries to control us with the fear of hell? You're not alone!Listen now to this special episode in which your Happiness Expert Samia Bano shares how being a #survivorofabuse made her averse to being in any relationship where there is an attempt to control her, even if that someone trying to control her is God. Discover how Samia embraced a loving, guiding, and non-controlling #relationshipwithgod  and you can too by unpacking deep #spiritual realizations about: -- role of suffering and choice in our lives-- understanding the deeper reality of what hell is-- how God is never on an agenda to control or harm us -- the truly #UnconditionalLove God has for us-- and so much more!NOTE: Although Samia frames the concepts in this episode in the context of #IslamicSpirituality, the lessons are relevant and applicable to other faith and spiritual traditions as well. If you're interested in #interfaith learning or have an #interspiritual approach to your practice of faith, you'll particularly appreciate and benefit from this episode!#sufferingandfaith #spiritualjourney #Ramadan2026 #SpiritualGrowth #LoveAllah #GodConsciousness #Taqwa #FaithJourney #IslamicWisdom #DivineLove #AllahIsMerciful #HeartfeltIslam #IslamicSpirituality #MindfulFaith #ProphetsTeachings #DeepeningIman #Ihsan #ForgivenessFromAllah #QuranicWisdom #LivingInWorship #PeaceAndFaith #SpiritualAwakening #RamadanReflections #FaithAndLove #MercyOfAllah #CloserToAllah_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness. Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently. Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Send a textIn this episode of the InVision Podcast, the School Care Team shines a spotlight on three incredible student guests from AmpLab who are already making moves to create change. These high school students are launching their own media company, Mind Over Chatter, and using their voices to spark meaningful conversations that matter.This episode celebrates their vision, leadership, and determination to make a difference. Mind Over Chatter is focused on reducing youth violence, encouraging stronger and more positive communication between youth and adults, and creating space for real conversations about the mental health challenges students are facing every day.You will hear directly from these young leaders as they share what inspired their work, why this message is so important, and how they hope to influence their peers and communities for the better. Their passion is contagious, their message is powerful, and their commitment to change is inspiring.Tune in to hear from a rising generation of changemakers who are choosing courage, connection, and conversation as tools for a better future.

On this episode of Change Makers, we're heading to Las Vegas for the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show, better known as CES, where the future of technology is on full display. We're talking cutting-edge, innovative, and game-changing tech, with a special focus on what's being developed for people who are blind or have low vision.After that, we'll turn our attention to the Abacus Bee. Held the first weekend of March, this exciting competition brought nearly 30 students from 10 different states together to put their mental math skills to the ultimate test. The focus? Speed. Precision. And serious number power. Before the competition began, I caught up with a few of the students to hear how they were feeling, and what it took to prepare for this big moment.On this episode (in order of appearance)Sara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerMike May, APH ConsultantGena Harper, Professional Athlete, Executive Business WomanJennifer Brooks, Braille Challenge Organizer, APH Outreach Regional SpecialistAdditional LinksEmail Change MakersGena Harper Instagram - genablindwomanofaction

For episode 242, we take a break from the regular format for a special live episode highlighting our recent community space: "Impact Onchain: Bridging the Gap for Nonprofits and Changemakers," where we welcomed our partners The GSR Foundation and Social Equation Hub for a fascinating conversation on how we can successfully onboard nonprofits to Web3, and where we also shared an update about our Toolkit. We also welcomed our friends from Alliance for Public Health to share a little about their work and their current campaign. They're doing critical work in Ukraine, and we're proud to be supporting their campaign through Endaoment.You'll learn:

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Want to know the best, most #funandeasy way to #breakfree from your #chainsoffear, especially when it comes to your #RelationshipWithGod? Listen now to this recording of a live Samia did during #Ramadan, the month of fasting and #SpiritualGrowth for Muslims. In this episode, we explore the profound difference between khawf (#fear) and taqwa (#GodConsciousness), and why God calls us not into fear, but into loving awareness of #godscompassion and #godsmercy.Plus, learn what it means to #trustgod as Rabb al-‘Alamin—the Lord of the worlds—and how that trust can free us from fear and deepen our faith, and so much more.NOTE: Although Samia frames the concepts in this episode in the context of #IslamicSpirituality, the lessons are relevant and applicable to other faith and spiritual traditions as well.  #faithoverfear #faithoverdoubt #fearless #fearlessliving #godislove #RamadanReflection #RamadanReminder #RamadanSpirituality #Taqwa #IslamicReminder #QuranReflection #LoveOfAllah #AllahsMercy #AllahIsMerciful #IslamicTeachings #MuslimReminder #FaithAndSpirituality #IslamicWisdom #HeartCenteredFaith #TrustInAllah #IslamicReflection #RamadanJourney #MuslimFaith  #IslamicInspiration #DeenOverDunya #IslamicKnowledge #MuslimCommunity_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Want to know the best, most #funandeasy way to #breakfree from your #chainsoffear, especially when it comes to your #RelationshipWithGod? Listen now to this recording of a live Samia did during #Ramadan, the month of fasting and #SpiritualGrowth for Muslims. In this episode, we explore the profound difference between khawf (#fear) and taqwa (#GodConsciousness), and why God calls us not into fear, but into loving awareness of #godscompassion and #godsmercy.Plus, learn what it means to #trustgod as Rabb al-‘Alamin—the Lord of the worlds—and how that trust can free us from fear and deepen our faith, and so much more.NOTE: Although Samia frames the concepts in this episode in the context of #IslamicSpirituality, the lessons are relevant and applicable to other faith and spiritual traditions as well.  #faithoverfear #faithoverdoubt #fearless #fearlessliving #godislove #RamadanReflection #RamadanReminder #RamadanSpirituality #Taqwa #IslamicReminder #QuranReflection #LoveOfAllah #AllahsMercy #AllahIsMerciful #IslamicTeachings #MuslimReminder #FaithAndSpirituality #IslamicWisdom #HeartCenteredFaith #TrustInAllah #IslamicReflection #RamadanJourney #MuslimFaith  #IslamicInspiration #DeenOverDunya #IslamicKnowledge #MuslimCommunity_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Send a textWhat if the life you want begins the moment you give yourself permission to start again? We sit down with Archana to trace a quiet, insistent nudge that grew into a full second act—one grounded not in escape, but in intention. She opens up about leaving a successful corporate career, confronting imposter syndrome head-on, and replacing the comfort of titles with the steady courage to invest in herself. The turning point wasn't a single spark; it was a nine-day silence that clarified a feeling years in the making.From there, the path bent toward community. A Plan India project brought Archana into sanitation sites and the lives of women carrying generational burdens. The work wasn't charity; it was system-building with dignity, access, and agency at the center. That experience seeded Pedalon, a well-being space where mental, physical, psychological, spiritual, and financial health intersect to help women claim mobility and voice. We unpack what it takes to make change that endures: co-creating with true stakeholders, local leadership, and pacing progress to lived reality.We also get practical. Archana shares the reframe that changed everything—stop “spending” and start “investing” in the person you're becoming. She offers two simple micro experiments to begin today: do something you've been avoiding and do something you've never tried. Along the way, we talk sisterhood, safe spaces, and why small, consistent shifts beat grand promises. If you're standing at the edge of your own second act, this conversation gives you a humane roadmap and the nudge to ask boldly, receive with grace, and keep moving.Subscribe for more thoughtful, human conversations. If something here sparked a shift, share it with a friend, leave a review, and tell us: what's the first step you'll take toward your second act?Websites Referenced:www.pedal-on.netwww.thesecondact.in archanadutta.com https://inspiresomeonetoday.in/Have you purchased the copy of Inspire Someone Today, yet - Give it a go geni.us/istbook Available on all podcast platforms, including, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify

Send a textIn this kickoff episode of The WEBB Remedy Podcast "Money Mindset Conversation Series", hosts Rinnie Orr and Stephanie Terry talk with Venus Myles, Senior Vice President and Carolinas Market Manager for PNC Community Development Banking, to explore how our beliefs about money shape the way we do business.From pricing and hiring to investing and risk-taking, mindset plays a powerful role in all financial decision entrepreneurs make. Venus brings both practical banking expertise and deep community insight to help listeners move from fear to clarity — and from a scarcity to abundance mindset.Together, they unpack what it means to build a healthy relationship with your banker, how to prepare for funding, and why mindset is just as important as money when it comes to business growth.In This Episode:What “community development banking” really means — and how it supports entrepreneursHow scarcity thinking shows up in business decisions (and how to reframe it)Practical steps to prepare for funding and protect your businessHow PNC Bank supports entrepreneurs beyond capital — through education, partnerships, and community programsAbout the Guest:As a PNC Community Development Banking Market Manager, Venus is committed to driving economic empowerment in communities throughout the Carolinas. Venus works closely with small businesses to help deliver the financial solutions and resources they need to start, grow and scale their businesses. She is passionate about driving economic growth, equity, and resilience in underserved communities.Background and ExperienceWith over 30 years of experience in leading teams and 13 years of experience in banking, credit, and lending, Venus specializes in designing and implementing financial solutions that empower individuals, businesses, and neighborhoods to thrive. Throughout her career, Venus has collaborated closely with local organizations, nonprofits, and small business owners to foster sustainable economic development and access to critical financial resources. She brings a deep understanding of the unique challenges these communities face.Venus joined PNC in March 2016 and served as a Regional Manager for Small Business Banking prior to her Community Development Banking role. In this capacity, she led a team of nearly 100 bankers to drive increases in Annual Revenue, Deposit Assets, Equity and Small Business Lending, and consistent annual household growth.Venus serves on the board of Durham Tech Foundation, Durham Tech Properties, the Affordable Housing Strategic Council of the Duke Community Affairs Office, the NC Bankers Association Opportunity and Empowerment Council, and the Dean's Executive Advisory Board for Johnson C. Smith University. She is a graduate of two Leadership programs, a previous Junior League member, and a current member of the sorority Sigma Gamma Rho. Venus graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Management from Bethel College.Learn more about PNC Community Development Banking: pnc.com/communitydevelopmentbankingConnect with Support the showThank you for listening...Our theme this year is "Changemakers in Motion"To find out how you can be changemaker and connect - check out WEBB Squared. Become a changemaker today! Support WEBB Squared's annual campaign. We would love to hear from you. Please contact rinnie@webbsquared.org for more information.

On this episode of ChangeMakers with Katie Goar, Katie sits down with Family Scholar House President and CEO Cathe Dykstra for a bold conversation about what affordable housing should really accomplish. Cathe leads one of the nation's most comprehensive models linking housing, education, and long-term economic mobility. Serving more than 106,000 households across 48 states, Family Scholar House helps single parents and young adults not only secure stable housing but earn college degrees, build careers, and move permanently off government assistance. This episode challenges the “bootstrap” myth and reframes affordable housing as a pathway out of poverty, not a lifetime in it. Cathe shares powerful stories of resilience, explains the economic cost of trauma, and reveals how wraparound services, data tracking across 250 household metrics, and cross-sector partnerships are transforming families and influencing policy. If you care about housing, workforce development, trauma recovery, or scalable solutions to poverty, this conversation delivers both heart and hard data.

As part of International Women's Month, TALRadio, in collaboration with VOICE-4 Girls, brings you a powerful special panel dedicated to amplifying young voices and advancing gender equity.Over the past few months, TALRadio and VOICE-4 have been curating meaningful conversations that create safe, inclusive spaces where adolescents and young leaders can confidently share their lived experiences, perspectives, and ideas for change. Because real empowerment begins when young voices are not just heard, but truly elevated.In this episode, we feature Vedant Kulkarni and Avani Radheshyam from TribesforGOOD, Asia's leading social impact platform for young changemakers. Together, they dive into Youth Leadership, Gender Equity, and Community Action, sharing powerful stories of resilience, responsibility, and transformation.This thought provoking discussion explores how inclusive dialogue can move beyond conversation and turn into sustained, community driven impact.Celebrate women. Celebrate youth leadership. Celebrate the courage to speak up.Because when young minds rise with confidence, communities move forward.

Acts of worship like prayer and fasting are meant to bring us closer to the divine. But for many of us they can cause stress, guilt, shame, even fear, for example when you miss a prayer and think you'll go to hell because it is a grave sin to have missed the prayer...What if such fear, stress, guilt, and shame are actually blocking us from feeling closer to God? This episode dives into how shifting from anxiety-driven worship to love-centered #devotion transforms our #worshipexperience and fills our lives with happiness. We explore what it means that we were created to #worship God (as stated in the Quran, the Holy Scripture of the Muslims). This episode reframes worship as adoration—the highest form of love—and invites us to consciously deepen our #lovingrelationship with God.NOTE: This episode is a recording of a live that Samia did during #Ramadan2026. #Ramadan is the Muslim month of fasting. As such the above mentioned concepts have been discussed primarily in the context of how Muslims understand and engage with Ramadan. However, you don't need to be Muslim to benefit and apply the concepts discussed in this episode. If you're someone who desires to further your #SpiritualGrowth grounded in compassion and love, this episode is for you!#RamadanReflections #LoveOfAllah #ArRahman #FaithJourney #IslamicReminder #HeartCenteredWorship #BeyondRitual #DivineLove #MuslimMindset #PositiveFaith #InnerPeace #ConsciousRamadan #spiritualgrowthmatters  #spiritualgrowthmessage #spiritualgrowthtips #spiritualgrowthinislam #spiritualgrowthjourney #liveyourbestlife #islamicreminder_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Acts of worship like prayer and fasting are meant to bring us closer to the divine. But for many of us they can cause stress, guilt, shame, even fear, for example when you miss a prayer and think you'll go to hell because it is a grave sin to have missed the prayer...What if such fear, stress, guilt, and shame are actually blocking us from feeling closer to God? This episode dives into how shifting from anxiety-driven worship to love-centered #devotion transforms our #worshipexperience and fills our lives with happiness. We explore what it means that we were created to #worship God (as stated in the Quran, the Holy Scripture of the Muslims). This episode reframes worship as adoration—the highest form of love—and invites us to consciously deepen our #lovingrelationship with God.NOTE: This episode is a recording of a live that Samia did during #Ramadan2026. #Ramadan is the Muslim month of fasting. As such the above mentioned concepts have been discussed primarily in the context of how Muslims understand and engage with Ramadan. However, you don't need to be Muslim to benefit and apply the concepts discussed in this episode. If you're someone who desires to further your #SpiritualGrowth grounded in compassion and love, this episode is for you!#RamadanReflections #LoveOfAllah #ArRahman #FaithJourney #IslamicReminder #HeartCenteredWorship #BeyondRitual #DivineLove #MuslimMindset #PositiveFaith #InnerPeace #ConsciousRamadan #spiritualgrowthmatters  #spiritualgrowthmessage #spiritualgrowthtips #spiritualgrowthinislam #spiritualgrowthjourney #liveyourbestlife #islamicreminder_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

In the latest episode of Change Makers, Michael Hayman sits down with one of Britain's most battle-hardened communications experts and BPI Senior Advisor, Guto Harri CBE, to explore what great leadership really looks like under pressure.Guto has spent decades on the frontline of change at home and around the world – from covering the fall of the Berlin Wall to sitting in the heart of Downing Street.In this conversation, Guto draws on a career spanning media, politics and business to share what every leader needs to know: why reputation must be built long before a crisis hits, why all business is now political, and why the strategic communications adviser is moving closer to the top table than ever before.The question for every leader is whether they're ‘match fit' for a changing world.

On this episode of Change Makers enjoy an episode filled with innovation, insight, and practical tools to support learning and accessibility. Enjoy a close look at an exciting new release from APH Press... a book designed to make math more accessible, engaging, and achievable for all learners.After that, we'll shift our focus to technology with our monthly Tech Takeaway. This segment keeps you up to date on the latest tools and features designed to enhance your experience. This month, we're diving into the Monarch 1.4 update, highlighting new features, improvements, and practical tips to help you get the most out of the platform.At the end of the episode, hear about the recent Braille Challenge. Hear from a few participants before the challenge began.On this episode (In Order of Appearance)Zach VandeZande, APH Press Managing EditorJennifer Wenzel, APH Technology Product SpecialistMichael Dennis, APH Technology Products SpecialistBraille Challenge participantsAdditional LinksAccessible Mathematics Education for Students With Visual ImpairmentsMeet MonarchPurchase a Monarch

This is our first episode recorded live in Sweden, here at Fotografiska Stockholm. And I couldn't imagine a better guest to open this chapter.In this episode, I get to interview the brilliant Keika Lee, Director of Global Public Affairs at IKEA.Keika grew up in Sweden with Korean heritage, in a family where discipline and hard work were part of everyday life. She was on her way to becoming a classical pianist, with auditions at Juilliard and the Conservatoire in Paris, and then she made a decision that surprised many: she walked away.What followed wasn't a straight career path, but years of trial and error. Keika tried many different roles: from bartending and working airport security to studying political science, building a fashion brand with her sister and working in consultancy. From the outside, It might look scattered, but it became one of her biggest strengths: learning how people behave and how to read the room.This episode might make you pause and ask yourself whether what you're building is actually aligned with who you are, and remind you that nothing you try is ever wasted.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via waa.berlin/aboutFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via waa.berlin/newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Have you ever felt an inner pull to do something more meaningful—but didn't know where to start?On this episode of Smart Women Talk, we're joined by Alexis Ramsey, CEO of We Care Foster Care, for a powerful conversation about purpose, service, and choosing impact over comfort.Alexis shares how her global career in education led her back home—and into nonprofit leadership—where she's working to break the foster care–to–prison cycle and change lives through education, housing, and workforce development.If you're in midlife and feeling the nudge to step into something bigger, this episode will meet you right where you are.You'll hear:How a lifelong commitment to education led Alexis to foster care advocacyWhy midlife is often the moment purpose gets louderThe hard truths about nonprofit leadership (yes, it's still a business)What it takes to break the foster care–to–prison pipelineWhy fear isn't a stop sign—it's part of the pathIf you've ever wanted your money to reflect what matters most to you, this episode is a must-listen.Alexis Ramsey is the CEO and Executive Director of We Care Foster Care, where she leads efforts to support youth in foster care through education, stability, and long-term opportunity.An educator for more than 25 years, Alexis began her career in Detroit Public Schools before spending two decades teaching internationally in Malawi, Africa; Beijing, China; and Hanoi, Vietnam. Her work abroad included roles with USAID, the United Nations International School, and multiple international schools, serving students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.Throughout her career, Alexis has helped write two national curricula and has remained deeply committed to a child's right to quality education. Her work centers on the belief that education must support the whole child—academically, emotionally, and socially—and serve as a foundation for breaking cycles of poverty and instability.Connect with Alexis at WeCareFosterCare.org.

Feel like you don't fit in -- in your family, your community, or even your own life?Want to know how the feeling of "not belonging" can become your superpower?Listen now to this interview with Leila Jones!Leila Jones is a certified #Quantum #HumanDesign™ Specialist, seeker-leader #coach, and founder of VelaMira, a #coaching and #consulting firm for teams and individuals craving alignment, #emotionalintelligence, and clarity in a noisy world. Her memoir, “Unpacking My Boxes: A Projector's Journey Home” (July 15, 2025), is part origin story, part call to action. It speaks to anyone who's felt out of step with their environment — especially those trying to survive in roles, workplaces, and relationships that don't honor who they really are. Blending personal storytelling with the self-discovery framework of Quantum Human Design, her book is already being hailed as the first of its kind.Learn more and connect with Leila now at: velamira.com #QuantumHumanDesign #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #SpiritualGrowth #HealingJourney #TraumaHealing #LettingGo #Surrender #MindsetShift #ParentingWisdom #EmotionalIntelligence #Belonging #IdentityJourney #SelfAlignment #EnergyHealing #IntrovertLife #ConsciousParenting #SpiritualAwakening #WomenAuthors_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Feel like you don't fit in -- in your family, your community, or even your own life?Want to know how the feeling of "not belonging" can become your superpower?Listen now to this interview with Leila Jones!Leila Jones is a certified #Quantum #HumanDesign™ Specialist, seeker-leader #coach, and founder of VelaMira, a #coaching and #consulting firm for teams and individuals craving alignment, #emotionalintelligence, and clarity in a noisy world. Her memoir, “Unpacking My Boxes: A Projector's Journey Home” (July 15, 2025), is part origin story, part call to action. It speaks to anyone who's felt out of step with their environment — especially those trying to survive in roles, workplaces, and relationships that don't honor who they really are. Blending personal storytelling with the self-discovery framework of Quantum Human Design, her book is already being hailed as the first of its kind.Learn more and connect with Leila now at: velamira.com #QuantumHumanDesign #PersonalGrowth #SelfDiscovery #SpiritualGrowth #HealingJourney #TraumaHealing #LettingGo #Surrender #MindsetShift #ParentingWisdom #EmotionalIntelligence #Belonging #IdentityJourney #SelfAlignment #EnergyHealing #IntrovertLife #ConsciousParenting #SpiritualAwakening #WomenAuthors_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Send a textGrades get the spotlight; the child gets the shadow. We sit down with Manoj Krishnan, founder of the Compass Team, to unpack a different way of helping students thrive—through comprehensive assessments that look at emotional health, cognition, speech and language, hearing, nutrition, and more. Instead of chasing scores and hype, Manoj shows how early, standardized screening plus thoughtful guidance can bring students into the mainstream, reduce stigma, and help families and schools act with clarity.The journey wasn't glamorous. Manoj shares how he moved from corporate roles into social impact, why awareness was the hardest hurdle, and what it took to convince principals and parents to trade a little class time for long-term gains in well-being and behavior. We hear real stories—like a child who needed months of speech therapy after mimicking cartoon voices, and a teen pushed toward engineering who found his calling in psychology—and the data behind them: tens of thousands of students screened, with up to 40% showing hidden issues that needed attention.We also dive into career guidance that respects both interest and aptitude, pushing back on the “scope” mindset. Not everyone should code, and that's healthy for a society that needs pilots, nurses, technicians, artists, and teachers. For aspiring change-makers, Manoj lays out a practical playbook: build a rainy-day fund, hire people better than you, keep a tight handle on finances, market with integrity, and be prepared for a marathon. Tech and AI can help, but presence matters—especially for first assessments where context and body language count.Along the way, we talk responsible citizenship at home: finish the water you open, take smaller portions to cut waste, switch off lights and fans, queue with consideration—small acts that build the mindset required for inclusive classrooms and stronger communities. Post‑pandemic, Manoj's team is rebuilding with Aspender, a platform supporting learners from grade one to professional life with skills, placements, and holistic development. If you care about mental health in schools, better career fit, and change that lasts, this conversation will give you both a map and the motivation to start.If this resonated, follow the show, share it with a friend, and leave a review—what's one small change you'll try this week?Have you purchased the copy of Inspire Someone Today, yet - Give it a go geni.us/istbook Available on all podcast platforms, including, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify

Send a textMinistry in the Marketplace: Blending Faith, Order, and PurposeWhat happens when faith meets strategy—and ministry meets the marketplace? In this episode, Antoinette McKie, founder of Antoinette McKie LLC, shares how she turned decades of ministry experience into a consulting and administrative business built on divine order and purpose. After more than 30 years of service in New Jersey, Antoinette stepped out in faith to begin a new chapter in North Carolina, merging her spiritual calling with her professional expertise. This conversation explores how she builds structure around vision, integrates faith into business, and helps others operate with clarity, peace, and purpose.Guest OverviewAntoinette McKie is an ordained minister, consultant, and virtual assistant known as a “Marketplace Minister.” Through her company, Antoinette McKie LLC, she provides ministry consulting, administrative support, and virtual assistance to churches, organizations, and individuals. Her work brings peace, order, and growth to those serving others, allowing them to focus on their mission while she manages the systems that sustain it.Her motto: “Ministry is the heart, consulting is the head, and administration is the hands.”Her tagline: Real Life. Real Tools. Real Faith.For more information on Antoinette McKie LLC - HOME | Antoinette McKie-Marketplace MinisterCheck out Mindful Moments with the McKie's YouTube ChannelMindful Moments with the McKies - YouTubeSupport the showThank you for listening...Our theme this year is "Changemakers in Motion"To find out how you can be changemaker and connect - check out WEBB Squared. Become a changemaker today! Support WEBB Squared's annual campaign. We would love to hear from you. Please contact rinnie@webbsquared.org for more information.

Why does women's health still face systemic gaps, and what can we do about it?In this episode of Agency for Change, Lyn Wineman sits down with Nada Hanafi and Liz Powell, leaders behind Women's Health Advocates, to discuss inequities in research, regulation, funding, and access across the full spectrum of women's health.They explore why patient-centered design, better data, and stronger advocacy are essential to improving health outcomes, and how advocacy can drive meaningful change.Listen in for a powerful conversation on equity, empathy, and using your voice to shape a healthier future.Connect with Nada, Liz, and Women's Health Advocates at: ·       Website – https://womenshealthadvocates.org/

In this episode of ChangeMakers with Katie Goar, Katie sits down with Marcia Davis, Executive Director of the Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers, for a powerful conversation about leadership, resilience, and the future of affordable housing in Southwest Florida. Marcia shares how growing up in public housing shaped her career and why she chose to spend more than two decades working inside the system to create stability and opportunity for families. From her early work as a child welfare investigator to leading one of Florida's most ambitious housing redevelopment efforts, her story shows how lived experience drives policy, planning, and people first leadership The conversation also covers the impact of Hurricane Ian and how disaster recovery funds allowed Fort Myers to preserve and rebuild housing at a scale never before possible. Marcia walks through how more than eighty million dollars in recovery funding now supports new construction, major rehabilitation, and hurricane resistant senior housing designed to protect residents during future storms This episode offers a clear look at what modern housing authority leadership looks like when strategy, community, and compassion align.

Throughout Black History Month, we are profiling Black trailblazers with San Diego ties who have made an impact in their respective fields.Monday on Midday Edition, we sit down with a community leader who is fighting for racial and economic justice through her work at the San Diego nonprofit, Center on Policy Initiatives.Then, photographer Atiba Jefferson has captured some of the biggest cultural icons and moments in skateboarding, sports and music.On Feb. 18, he will speak at San Diego State University for a retrospective on his career. We hear from both Jefferson and SDSU professor Neftalie Williams aboutJefferson's legacy in skateboarding, and how his work has permeated into other parts of culture.Guests:Kyra Greene, executive director, Center on Policy InitiativesAtiba Jefferson, skateboard photographerNeftalie Williams, professor, director, SDSU Center for Skateboarding, Action Sports, and Social Change

Want to understand the #keystosuccess in business, relationships, communication and beyond?Want to know one of the fastest paths to creating #RealChange? Listen now to this interview with Frankie Martinez, Certified #Hypnotherapist for the greater Los Angeles area and the world. Frankie reveals the power of the #SubconsciousMind and how it directly impacts success, mindset, and #personaltransformation. Discover:-- how #personalitytype influences your success-- how intuition can become #yoursuperpower-- #keystohealing the subconscious after trauma-- how to move from #LimitingBeliefs to #livingonpurpose-- and so much more!Connect with Frankie now at: https://www.findinglifescompass.com/ #MindsetShift #PersonalDevelopment #SelfMastery  #InnerWork #EmotionalHealing #TraumaHealing #IdentityShift #BeDoHave #ConsciousLiving #SelfAwareness #Intuition #NervousSystem #ReprogramYourMind #Hypnotherapy #MentalHealthMatters #GrowthMindset #HealingJourney #AuthenticLiving #SuccessMindset #InnerHealing #LifePurpose #SelfWorth #MindBodyConnection #liveyourbestlife  #liveyourpurpose_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Want to understand the #keystosuccess in business, relationships, communication and beyond?Want to know one of the fastest paths to creating #RealChange? Listen now to this interview with Frankie Martinez, Certified #Hypnotherapist for the greater Los Angeles area and the world. Frankie reveals the power of the #SubconsciousMind and how it directly impacts success, mindset, and #personaltransformation. Discover:-- how #personalitytype influences your success-- how intuition can become #yoursuperpower-- #keystohealing the subconscious after trauma-- how to move from #LimitingBeliefs to #livingonpurpose-- and so much more!Connect with Frankie now at: https://www.findinglifescompass.com/ #MindsetShift #PersonalDevelopment #SelfMastery  #InnerWork #EmotionalHealing #TraumaHealing #IdentityShift #BeDoHave #ConsciousLiving #SelfAwareness #Intuition #NervousSystem #ReprogramYourMind #Hypnotherapy #MentalHealthMatters #GrowthMindset #HealingJourney #AuthenticLiving #SuccessMindset #InnerHealing #LifePurpose #SelfWorth #MindBodyConnection #liveyourbestlife  #liveyourpurpose_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

On this episode of Change Makers enjoy a closer look at APH's newest and modernized products. Hear from product experts about tools like BOP-K, Grid and Go, and Braille Bridge, all crafted to boost braille and tactile literacy. Discover how these innovations are changing the way learners engage with accessible materials.On this episode (In order of appearance)Sarah Lee, Product SpecialistRachel Bishop, Braille Product ManagerKaren Poppe, Braille and Tactile Literacy ManagerLaura Zierer, Product Manager Over General Education and the ArtsAdditional LinksBOP K - Coming soonGrid and GoGrid and Go activity guide or booklet (PDF)Grid and Go activity guide or booklet (BRF)Braille BridgeEmail Change Makers

How can collaboration help nonprofits fundraise more effectively—and sustainably?In this episode of Agency for Change, Lyn is joined by Danette O'Connell of the Nonprofit Cooperative and Candace Cody of CauseVox to discuss what nonprofits are facing right now and how stronger connections can drive better fundraising results.They share current fundraising trends, the role of technology and donor engagement, and why collaboration across the sector matters more than ever. The conversation also highlights the upcoming Nonprofit Fundraising Summit, a free virtual event designed to equip nonprofit leaders with practical tools and insights.

Trump's abusive war against immigrants has been jailing children and extracting people's neighbours for years - but in Minnesota his abuses are being challenged directly, powerfully and with enormous bravery. For our first episode for 2026, we speak with Erik Peterson who is a 40 year resident and community organiser and also someone who has trained community organisers across Minnesota, the rest of the US and in Australia as well! Indeed he is a good friend of mine, and a friend of many big community groups and movements in Australia.Erik shares a deeper context to help us understand the ICE battle that goes far beyond the news - such as Minnesota's long history of progressive politics and organising, and then reveals how that context and history is playing out in the streets of Minnesota's cities.This story has radical lessons about how to mobilise against injustice, but also insights about how we make change in dark authoritarian times. Its a story about a horrible chapter in US history, and also about the hope that can emerge from taking action for what we believe in.For more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)On Facebook, Instagram, Threads - https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/Blue Sky Social - changemakerspod.bsky.aocial & amandatattersall.bsky.socialOn LinkedIn - Amanda.Tattersall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we speak with Yorick Heijink from Brand Compliance, the official auditor of the ISO/IEC 19770-1 Certification Scheme. If your organisation is considering certification, this is a must-listen-to episode - it provides you with great insight direct from the person who will be on-site with your team performing the audit. Yorick talks us through a typical audit process, explains what a 'management system' is, why you need management buy-in, and the importance of reading and understanding the -1 standard itself. He also shares what he likes most about being a certification auditor. Here's one of our favourite clips from the episode: “These customers are my clients, and my job is to certify them, when they are compliant. I'm not there to find non-conformities. I'm not there to break down the system. In the end, my objective is to help you. But, in my role, I have to stay objective, and I cannot give any advise, which is always the tricky part."

In this episode, we speak with Ash Dharas (Softline Group Northern Europe) and Patrick Milas (HDI Group) about their experiences achieving ISO/IEC 19770-1 certification - these are the world's first two organisations to achieve ISO ITAM certification. Here' are two of our favourite clips from this episode: “The benefits of ITAM are much broader than people think. It is the nucleus for every other IT process. If you don't know what you have, you can't manage it. The audit process was the perfect way to get all the relevant stakeholders across the business in one room to make the case for ITAM and demonstrate its value.” - Patrick Milas, HDI Group “It is a humbling experience, but it ultimately improves the quality of your ITAM practices. It was a very enlightening journey and well worth the effort.” - Ash Dharas, Softline Group Northern Europe

In this episode, we speak with Alastair Pooley (CIO, Snow Software) about key findings from Snow's 2023 IT Priorities Report and the opportunities for ITAM. The bottom line is there are many opportunities for ITAM - some you would expect, some that may come as a surprise. Together, they present ITAM with a real opportunity to become a strategic, trusted advisor. Here's one of our favourite clips from this episode: “We're happier now buying SaaS applications than we were before COVID hit. I think this is a permanent shift in how we buy software. But, it's harder to manage. This is where ITAM can really help. Managing this and helping to prevent any surprises when unexpected cloud bills arrive is something ITAM professionals can really help with.” The 2023 IT Priorities Report: www.snowsoftware.com/go/it-prioriti…BoChAoQAvD_BwE

If you, as an ITAM professional, want to learn how you can make a difference by reducing e-waste (the fastest growing waste stream in the world), this podcast episode is for you. AJ Witt is the best person we know to address how ITAM can positively contribute to sustainability programs. Whether it's in regards to hardware or software, as AJ says, "You have the ability to make a difference."

We speak with Ron Brill, chair of the ITAM Standards Committee, to learn more about ISO and the ISO ITAM family of standards (19770) and what's coming down the pipeline. We also touch on FinOps and Sustainability and how ITAM can contribute. Our favourite quote from this episode: "It's my guess that it will be ITAM that will have to adapt to be more like FinOps than the other way around." Besides his role with the ITAM Standards Committee, Ron is also Vice Chair of the ITAM Forum's Trustee Board and the Chairman at Anglepoint. He's also a FinOps Certified Practitioner (and holds many other certifications).

Want to #buildabusiness that truly supports your life, not just your income?Are you a #spirituallygifted #entrepreneur wondering how to align your purpose, business, and #intuition?Listen now to this interview with Rachael Rawnsley, #BusinessMentor for Spiritually Minded Entrepreneurs. Rachael shares how she transformed her #spiritualgifts into a thriving #onlinebusiness after COVID changed everything. We dive into how to combine grounded #businessstrategy with soul-led purpose, and why alignment is the real secret to #sustainablesuccess. Gain wisdom on how to build a business the #funandeasy way. Learn:-- the real differences between building a business online and offline, and how to choose the path that actually suits your personality, lifestyle, and goals-- how to grow your presence from podcasts and voice notes to community building and email lists in a way that feels natural, human, and sustainable-- how to be a service-first business, pre-selling, and creating offers that truly support real people at real stages of their journey-- how to choose mentors and coaches who genuinely serve your growth and your values-- And so much MORE!This episode is a powerful reminder that sometimes disruption is actually divine redirection guiding you into your next chapter!Learn more and connect with Rachael now at: https://rachaelrawnsley.com/PLUS, check out Rachael's Aligned Sales Activation training/challenge (happens every quarter!):https://rachaelrawnsley.com/product/aligned-sales-activation/#buildabusinessyoulove #enterprenuerlifestyle #enterprenuermindset #enterprenuership #businessmentoring #businessmentorship #onlinebusinesstips #soulledlife #soulledbusiness #soulledsuccess  #liveyourbestlife #liveyourpurpose #liveyourvision #liveyourcalling #liveyourtruth_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Want to #buildabusiness that truly supports your life, not just your income?Are you a #spirituallygifted #entrepreneur wondering how to align your purpose, business, and #intuition?Listen now to this interview with Rachael Rawnsley, #BusinessMentor for Spiritually Minded Entrepreneurs. Rachael shares how she transformed her #spiritualgifts into a thriving #onlinebusiness after COVID changed everything. We dive into how to combine grounded #businessstrategy with soul-led purpose, and why alignment is the real secret to #sustainablesuccess. Gain wisdom on how to build a business the #funandeasy way. Learn:-- the real differences between building a business online and offline, and how to choose the path that actually suits your personality, lifestyle, and goals-- how to grow your presence from podcasts and voice notes to community building and email lists in a way that feels natural, human, and sustainable-- how to be a service-first business, pre-selling, and creating offers that truly support real people at real stages of their journey-- how to choose mentors and coaches who genuinely serve your growth and your values-- And so much MORE!This episode is a powerful reminder that sometimes disruption is actually divine redirection guiding you into your next chapter!Learn more and connect with Rachael now at: https://rachaelrawnsley.com/PLUS, check out Rachael's Aligned Sales Activation training/challenge (happens every quarter!):https://rachaelrawnsley.com/product/aligned-sales-activation/#buildabusinessyoulove #enterprenuerlifestyle #enterprenuermindset #enterprenuership #businessmentoring #businessmentorship #onlinebusinesstips #soulledlife #soulledbusiness #soulledsuccess  #liveyourbestlife #liveyourpurpose #liveyourvision #liveyourcalling #liveyourtruth_____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Send us a textWhat if love isn't enough when care gets real? We sat down with Bhavana to trace a bold pivot from corporate certainty to building Caregiver Sathi, a mission grounded in lived experience, practical skills, and the quiet courage to act. The journey starts with an unlikely spark—a return to motorcycles that rekindled agency and joy—then unfolds into a deeper inquiry about living a dharmic life, moving beyond personal suffering, and doing work that serves the greater good.Across this conversation, we unpack why caregiving needs training, language, and community, not heroics. Bhavana shares how her father's rare neurological illness shaped her worldview and why family caregivers often carry invisible burdens: decision fatigue, cultural pressure to “leave no stone unturned,” and the myth that money or sheer attitude can solve everything. We challenge assumptions—such as women as default caregivers and love as a form of preparedness—and map a more humane approach: building skills in symptom literacy, communication with clinicians, home safety, grief navigation, and coordinated decision-making. Post-pandemic, the urgency is shared; elder care, mental health, and long-term illness intersect in ways that demand better systems and kinder narratives.We also widen the lens to society. Care is a life skill we should all learn—like cooking, cleaning, budgeting, and dignifying labor—and it belongs in schools for every gender. Aging should be integrated, not isolated, honoring the wisdom older adults bring to families and communities. Along the way, Bhavna offers striking metaphors from riding: you gear up, calibrate to terrain, accept you'll fall, and rely on your crew. Preparation doesn't eliminate uncertainty; it builds resilience, clarity, and grace.Listen for practical takeaways and micro experiments: set parallel goals across career, health, learning, and service; list your childhood dreams and pick one; read or write poetry to keep beauty in view. If this conversation resonates, share it with someone who might need strength for the long ride, and subscribe to keep these humane, skill-building stories in your feed. Your review helps more people find the tools—and the courage—to care.Reference Website/scaregiversaathi.co.insambhaavna.com inspiresomeonetoday. inHave you purchased the copy of Inspire Someone Today, yet - Give it a go geni.us/istbook Available on all podcast platforms, including, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify

We continue our series of "Leaders as Changemakers", focusing this episode on the Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District. Director of Multilingual Services, Mandi Sersch-Morstad, share the transformational journey of their ESL program to help all instructors at the district see themselves as teachers of language.ResourcesLearn more about CESA 2's Framework, L3IFT: https://www.l3ift.org/Subscribe to our CESA 2 podcast email list!: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/S091xli/podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out all our episodes at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cesa2.org/building-educator-capacity-podcast

In this episode of ChangeMakers with Katie Goar, Katie sits down with Evan Holladay, founder and CEO of Holladay Ventures, to explore what it truly takes to build affordable housing with lasting community impact Evan shares his path into real estate development, starting with a chance college connection and growing into a career shaped by persistence, curiosity, and service. He explains why affordable housing sits at the intersection of people, design, and opportunity, and why building alone will never solve the housing crisis without stronger systems and partnerships. The conversation dives into Evan's work mentoring the next generation of developers through Affordable Housing Development Mastery, including why access to knowledge, coaching, and encouragement often determines who enters the field. Katie and Evan also break down real development projects, including Stonebridge Lofts and the Samaritan Recovery Community, showing how mixed-income housing, sustainability, and nonprofit partnerships change lives beyond the buildings themselves. You will hear an honest look at development hurdles, from zoning delays and layered financing to construction volatility, along with clear insight into where policy, local leadership, and pre-development reform could remove barriers and accelerate housing production. This episode speaks to housing leaders, policymakers, nonprofit partners, and anyone who wants a realistic view of how affordable housing moves from vision to impact.

Need help with #PeoplePleasingRecovery or #BurnoutRecovery? Feel like you're standing in your own way?Listen now to this interview with Karen Ansen,  the Founder of Ignite Your Purpose, as well as Principal Lawyer & Consultant at Ignite HR & Employment Law. Karen shares her powerful journey from fear, burnout, and childhood trauma to building a life rooted in peace, boundaries, and purpose. Karen reveals #practicaltools and invaluable wisdom to help you #liveyourbestlife, a #PurposeDrivenLife.Learn:-- Tools such as #Breathwork to rewire your nervous system and make it a daily practice for clarity, calm, and confidence.-- How to get the courage it takes to admit when you're not okay — and why it matters.-- How to let go of responsibility for others' outcomes, creating more #healthyboundaries, and learning that love does not require self-sacrifice.-- And so much more!Connect with Karen now at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenansen/ #TraumaInformedHealing #NervousSystemRegulation #HealingJourney #FromSurvivalToPeace  #EmotionalHealing #BreathworkHealing #InnerWork #WomenInLeadership #ConsciousLeadership #BoundaryWork #MindBodyConnection #TraumaAwareness #SelfTrust #EmotionalResilience #HealingThroughPresence #PeaceOverPressure #HolisticHealing #holistichealingjourney _____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness. Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

Need help with #PeoplePleasingRecovery or #BurnoutRecovery? Feel like you're standing in your own way?Listen now to this interview with Karen Ansen,  the Founder of Ignite Your Purpose, as well as Principal Lawyer & Consultant at Ignite HR & Employment Law. Karen shares her powerful journey from fear, burnout, and childhood trauma to building a life rooted in peace, boundaries, and purpose. Karen reveals #practicaltools and invaluable wisdom to help you #liveyourbestlife, a #PurposeDrivenLife.Learn:-- Tools such as #Breathwork to rewire your nervous system and make it a daily practice for clarity, calm, and confidence.-- How to get the courage it takes to admit when you're not okay — and why it matters.-- How to let go of responsibility for others' outcomes, creating more #healthyboundaries, and learning that love does not require self-sacrifice.-- And so much more!Connect with Karen now at:https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenansen/ #TraumaInformedHealing #NervousSystemRegulation #HealingJourney #FromSurvivalToPeace  #EmotionalHealing #BreathworkHealing #InnerWork #WomenInLeadership #ConsciousLeadership #BoundaryWork #MindBodyConnection #TraumaAwareness #SelfTrust #EmotionalResilience #HealingThroughPresence #PeaceOverPressure #HolisticHealing #holistichealingjourney _____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness. Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ

In this episode of LiberatED, Kerry McDonald is joined by Heike Larson, Vice President of Programs at the Roots of Progress Institute, and Dr. Laura Mazer, a surgeon and curriculum lead for the Institute's new summer program, Progress in Medicine 2026. Together, they explore a bold new model for summer teen learning that blends medical history, future innovation, mentorship, and personal development. Designed for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors, Progress in Medicine 2026 combines five weeks of live virtual seminars with a multi-day in-person experience at Stanford University. Students examine landmark moments in medical progress, grapple with today's healthcare challenges, and explore diverse career pathways—from medicine and biotech to research, policy, and entrepreneurship. Heike shares the vision behind the Roots of Progress Institute and its mission to foster a culture of human progress in the 21st century. Laura reflects on her own journey from surgeon to education innovator and discusses how her Montessori-inspired work shapes the summer program's inquiry-driven, student-centered approach. This episode offers an inspiring look at how summer learning can help teens connect their interests to real-world impact—and begin imagining ans building lives of purpose. *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at edentrepreneur.org. Kerry's latest book, Joyful Learning: How to Find Freedom, Happiness, and Success Beyond Conventional Schooling, is available now wherever books are sold!

I'm really happy to welcome Preeti Malkani, Chairwoman of the Supervisory Board and Co-founder of Women for Women International Germany. With Indian and German roots, and a career that spans global advertising, entrepreneurship and humanitarian leadership, Preeti has dedicated her work to empowering women in conflict zones and rethinking how we talk about power and inclusion.In this conversation, we speak about the moments that shaped her path, the stories she's witnessed in places like Rwanda, Iraq and Bosnia. And we'll also talk about what each of us can do, beyond donations, to support women across the globe.If you enjoy this conversation, don't forget to rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform.Read more about the Women Authors of Achievement (WAA) Podcast via waa.berlin/aboutFollow us on Instagram & find us on LinkedInSubscribe to our newsletter via waa.berlin/newsletter ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

"As you rise in your own career, you look around and you realize you have this incredibly powerful network, and you want to make sure that you keep it close.”In this episode, WomenHeard: Changemakers host Georgia Galanoudis speaks with Alia Lamborghini - a senior leader in digital advertising and revenue strategy. She invites us to learn more about the world of DSP (demand-side platform) as an advertising exchange - similar to buying and selling in the stock market with real-time bidding of assets. Listen to this episode for how strategic revenue building connects to the media industry, as well as leadership lessons for how to make your team feel supported and motivated in a fast-paced environment. 

Have everything you're supposed to want, but still feel empty and exhausted? Listen now to this interview with Dr. Toni Liu, #Cartoonist, #HolisticHealer, #Physician, #Educator, #RelationshipCoach, #MentalHealth Advocate,  and Anti-Tiger Mom

Have everything you're supposed to want, but still feel empty and exhausted? Listen now to this interview with Dr. Toni Liu, #Cartoonist, #HolisticHealer, #Physician, #Educator, #RelationshipCoach, #MentalHealth Advocate,  and Anti-Tiger Mom

In this episode, Adam Torres interviews Hayfa Sdiri, Chief Impact Officer at RIVET, about funding youth-led innovation through microgrants. Hayfa shares how RIVET partners with global brands to empower young people as co-architects of solutions across education, sustainability, health, inclusion, and poverty reduction. About Hayfa Sdiri Hayfa is an activist, entrepreneur, and community builder. She has served as a Youth & Innovation Programme Analyst to the United Nations for over four years, and founded Entr@crush, a platform for new entrepreneurs. A strong advocate for youth-led innovation in her home country of Tunisia, Hayfa was named as one of BBC's 100 women of the year in 2019. About RIVET RIVET channels the collective economic power of young people to fund their work as social innovators. RIVET collaborates with brands on products and experiences that reach young people where they are. When consumers choose to shop, share, or join a RIVET-branded program, they trigger corporate donations from our brand partners that help fund their own generation's social impact ideas. Shop good, Do good. It's that simple. Follow Adam on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/askadamtorres/ for up to date information on book releases and tour schedule. Apply to be a guest on our podcast: https://missionmatters.lpages.co/podcastguest/ Visit our website: https://missionmatters.com/ More FREE content from Mission Matters here: https://linktr.ee/missionmattersmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Want a clear, inspiring roadmap for living a meaningful, purposeful life?Listen now to this interview with Andy Crocker, #Aerospace Executive and #author of "The Unconditionals: Five Timeless Values to Live Without Limits and Ignite Your Superpower". Andy introduces five #corevalues —love, gratitude, integrity, accountability, and endeavor—as essential for #personalfulfillment and #growth.Combining #timelesswisdom, scientific findings, and inspiring real-life examples, Andy illustrates how embracing these values unconditionally can #transformyourlife. More than a collection of quick fixes, Andy guides you to overcome self-limiting beliefs, cultivate resilience, and achieve your #fullpotential. Learn more and connect with Andy now at: https://prbythebook.com/experts/andy-crocker/ #UnconditionalValues #UnconditionalLove #HumanGrowth #PersonalGrowthJourney #SpiritualGrowth #SelfWorth #InnerHealing #ValuesBasedLiving #ConsciousLiving #MindfulLeadership #EmotionalIntelligence #IntegrityMatters #GratitudePractice #AccountabilityMatters #PurposeDrivenLife #SelfAwarenessJourney #HealingThroughGrowth #SharedHumanity #LivingWithIntention #MeaningfulLife #timelessvalues #igniteyourpotential _____________________________________ABOUT SAMIA:Samia Bano is the #HappinessExpert, author, speaker, podcaster & coach for coaches and healers. Samia is most known for her book, 'Make Change Fun and Easy' and her #podcast of the same name. With the help of her signature Follow Your Heart Process™, a unique combination of #PositivePsychology and the #spiritual wisdom of our most effective #ChangeMakers, Samia helps you overcome #LimitingBeliefs, your chains of fear, to develop a #PositiveMindset and create the impact and income you desire with fun and ease…Samia's advanced signature programs include the Happiness 101 Class and the Transformative Action Training.Samia is also a Certified #ReikiHealer and Crisis Counselor working to promote #MentalHealthAwareness.  Samia models #HeartCenteredLeadership and business that is both #SociallyResponsible and #EnvironmentallyFriendly.Samia is a practicing #Muslim with an inter-spiritual approach. As someone who has a love and appreciation for diversity, she is a #BridgeBuilder between people of different faiths and cultures. Although Samia currently lives in California, USA, she has lived in 3 other countries and speaks Hindi, Urdu, and English fluently.  Want to learn even more about Samia? Visit www.academyofthriving.com :)To Book your Free HAPPINESS 101 EXPLORATION CALL with Samia, click: https://my.timetrade.com/book/JX9XJ