Podcasts about changemakers

Can life's greatest pain become your greatest #purpose? Listen now to Karen Olson's #incrediblestory. It is a testament to the power of #resilience. Karen Olson faced devastating personal loss, career setbacks, and a life-changing accident. Yet through every challenge, she found purpose in #servingothers.Learn how she founded and grew Family Promise, a national #nonprofitorganization that helps #homeless and low-income families. Family Promise has already helped over one million people find #hope, #housing, and a #newbeginning!This conversation is filled with wisdom, inspiration, and offers guidance for anyone searching for purpose.Karen has written her story in her #memoir, "Meant for More." Check it out at:https://prbythebook.com/experts/karen-olson/ Learn more about Family Promise at: https://familypromise.org/#findingthesilverlining #silverlining #FamilyPromise #EndHomelessness #FamilyHomelessness #HomelessnessAwareness #InspiringStories #PurposeDrivenLife #Compassion #KindnessMatters #OvercomingAdversity #NonprofitLeadership #SocialImpact #Volunteer #CommunitySupport #GivingBack #MentalHealthAwareness #LifePurpose #InspirationalPodcast #MotivationalInterview #ChangeTheWorld #Humanity #ActsOfKindness #PodcastEpisode #servinghumanity #servingthecommunity  #nonprofitleadership #lowincomesupport #unhoused #homelessness #helphomeless _____________________________________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

Historic buildings can become a powerful part of a community's future.In this episode of ChangeMakers with Katie Goar, Katie sits down with Marie Cervay Hickle, Vice President at PNC, to explain how historic tax credits and new markets tax credits help bring aging buildings back to life.Marie has more than 15 years of experience in community development finance. She has helped originate and close more than $450 million in tax credit equity across the country.The conversation explores how developers can turn vacant mills, overlooked landmarks, former schools, and other underused properties into housing and community spaces. Marie breaks down how historic tax credits work, why experienced financing partners matter, and how new markets tax credits can support projects that bring healthcare, education, jobs, and social services into low-income communities.Katie and Marie also discuss the renovation of Cleveland's West Side Market and a 125-year-old South Carolina denim mill that became a 205-unit apartment community with lofts, a fitness center, coworking space, and modern amenities.You'll learn:• How historic tax credits help fill gaps in a development capital stack• Which buildings can qualify for historic tax credits• How new markets tax credits support community development• Why adaptive reuse can strengthen neighborhoods• How banks evaluate community development projects• Why redevelopment can create challenges around gentrification• How developers can begin the tax credit processLearn more about Katie Goar and Quadel at quadel.com.Chapters00:00 How historic buildings can shape the future of communities01:14 Meet Marie Cervay Hickle of PNC01:44 Marie's path from engineering to community development finance03:52 The Cleveland hotel renovation that shaped Marie's career05:00 Why new markets tax credits matter for low-income communities06:31 Historic tax credits explained09:53 Do historic tax credits make renovations more attractive?12:40 Restoring Cleveland's West Side Market15:31 How developers can begin the historic tax credit process19:54 New markets tax credits explained22:30 Which projects can qualify for new markets tax credits?24:29 How PNC evaluates community development investments27:05 Can redevelopment transform an entire neighborhood?28:38 The difficult balance between revitalization and gentrification30:55 PNC's priority markets for community investment32:15 How a 125-year-old denim mill became 205 apartments34:15 Final thoughts

Fluent Fiction - Danish: One Vote's Power: A Summer Day of Change and Hope Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/da/episode/2026-06-20-07-38-20-da Story Transcript:Da: Solen skinnede klart over byen, og sommerens blomster prydede vejene omkring det lokale afstemningssted.En: The sun shone brightly over the city, and the summer's flowers adorned the roads around the local polling station.Da: Farverige bannere vinkede blidt i brisen og lokkede vælgerne med.En: Colorful banners gently waved in the breeze, beckoning the voters.Da: Der var valg til byrådet, og Freja stod foran skolen, der denne dag fungerede som afstemningssted.En: There was an election for the city council, and Freja stood in front of the school, which was serving as a polling station that day.Da: Hun kiggede på de mange mennesker, der gik ind og ud, og hun følte en voksende nervøsitet.En: She looked at the many people going in and out, feeling a growing nervousness.Da: Freja var meget engageret i det lokale samfund.En: Freja was very engaged in the local community.Da: Hun arbejdede utrætteligt for miljøet og havde længe støttet den kandidat, der kæmpede for en grønnere by.En: She worked tirelessly for the environment and had long supported the candidate fighting for a greener city.Da: Hendes bedste ven, Mikkel, stod ved siden af hende.En: Her best friend, Mikkel, stood beside her.Da: Han så lidt ligeglad ud og stirrede på sin telefon.En: He looked a bit indifferent, staring at his phone.Da: Mikkel havde aldrig været særlig interesseret i politik, men han respekterede Frejas passion.En: Mikkel had never been particularly interested in politics, but he respected Freja's passion.Da: "Jeg ved ikke, om det gør en forskel," sagde Mikkel pludselig og brød stilheden.En: "I don't know if it makes a difference," said Mikkel suddenly, breaking the silence.Da: "Tror du virkelig, én stemme betyder noget?"En: "Do you really think one vote matters?"Da: Freja sukkede og så på sin ven med et fast blik.En: Freja sighed and looked at her friend with a determined gaze.Da: Hun vidste, hun skulle handle nu.En: She knew she had to act now.Da: Med et stærkt hjerte besluttede hun sig for at gøre noget dristigt.En: With a strong heart, she decided to do something bold.Da: Hun stillede sig op på en bænk udenfor og begyndte at tale til folkemængden.En: She stood up on a bench outside and began talking to the crowd.Da: "Hej alle sammen!En: "Hello everyone!Da: Jeg ved, det kan føles som om, en stemme ikke betyder noget.En: I know it can feel like one vote doesn't matter.Da: Men hver eneste stemme er vigtig!En: But every single vote is important!Da: Vi har chancen for at forbedre vores by, vores miljø, vores liv!En: We have the chance to improve our city, our environment, our lives!Da: Lad os tage det valg!"En: Let's make that choice!"Da: Folk begyndte at STOPPE op og lytte.En: People began to stop and listen.Da: Mikkels øjne blev store, og han så, hvordan Frejas ord rørte ved folks hjerter.En: Mikkel's eyes grew wide as he saw how Freja's words touched people's hearts.Da: Hans skepsis begyndte at vakle.En: His skepticism began to waver.Da: Freja fortsatte med at tale.En: Freja continued speaking.Da: Hun forklarede, hvordan hver stemme kunne være med til at forme byens fremtid.En: She explained how each vote could help shape the city's future.Da: Til sidst lagde hun vægt på, at dette var alles chance for at være med til at gøre en forskel.En: Finally, she emphasized that this was everyone's chance to contribute to making a difference.Da: Da hun trådte ned fra bænken, var der et øjebliks stilhed, der derefter blev brudt af klapsalver.En: As she stepped down from the bench, there was a moment of silence, followed by applause.Da: Mikkel så på Freja, og noget ændrede sig i hans øjne.En: Mikkel looked at Freja, and something changed in his eyes.Da: "Okay, du har overbevist mig," sagde han med et lille smil.En: "Okay, you've convinced me," he said with a small smile.Da: "Jeg går ind og stemmer nu."En: "I'm going in to vote now."Da: Der var en følelse af fornyet håb, da Freja og Mikkel gik ind i afstemningsstedet sammen.En: There was a feeling of renewed hope as Freja and Mikkel entered the polling station together.Da: Timer senere, da stemmerne blev talt op, blev det annonceret, at miljøkandidaten havde vundet med en smal margin.En: Hours later, when the votes were counted, it was announced that the environmental candidate had won by a narrow margin.Da: Freja og Mikkel fejrede, deres indsats havde allerede gjort en forskel.En: Freja and Mikkel celebrated; their efforts had already made a difference.Da: Mikkel indså, hvordan hans stemme havde betydet noget, og han lovede sig selv at holde sig informeret om de lokale emner i fremtiden.En: Mikkel realized how his vote had mattered, and he promised himself to stay informed about local issues in the future.Da: Hans perspektiv var forandret, og han mente nu, at aktiv deltagelse i samfundet var vigtig.En: His perspective had changed, and he now believed that active participation in the community was important.Da: I denne lille sommerby, blandt farverige bannere og blomstrende blomster, var der sket en forandring, starten på en mere engageret fremtid for både Freja, Mikkel og deres samfund.En: In this small summer town, among colorful banners and blooming flowers, a change had occurred, the start of a more engaged future for both Freja, Mikkel, and their community. Vocabulary Words:shone: skinnedeadorned: prydedebanners: bannerebeckoning: lokkedepolling: afstemningsstedindifferent: ligegladdetermined: fastbold: dristigtbriskly: brisktcontribute: bidrageapplause: klapsalverengaged: engagerettirelessly: utrætteligtgreener: grønneresigh: sukkedegaze: blikbench: bænkmistrust: skepsisemphasized: lagde vægt pårenewed: fornyetmargin: marginrealized: indsåperspective: perspektivblooming: blomstrendeoccurred: sketinformed: holdt sig informeretconvinced: overbevistvote: stemmeflickered: gyngedeannounced: annonceret

Send us Fan MailWhat if the next contract you pursue isn't just about revenue—but about building jobs, stability, and a legacy that lasts?In this episode of The WEBB Remedy Podcast, we continue our Money Mindset series - sponsored by PNC Bank - by exploring how the beliefs we hold about money shape the way we approach government contracting, funding readiness, and community building.Podcast hosts Rinnie Orr and Stephanie Terry sit down with Jessica Richey, an award-winning entrepreneur, government contracting expert, Founder & CEO of NC Spotless Pros Powerwashing, Chief Strategist at Richey Workforce Development, business instructor at Wake Tech, and WEBB Squared Board member to unpack the mindset shifts that turn scarcity into strategy and competition into collaboration.Key Takeaways:Readiness is a practice, not a destinationCommunity is a strategy, not just a networkLegacy is built one intentional decision at a time Your next contract can be a pathway—not just a paycheckConnect with Jessica Richey:Jessica Richey, MBA | LinkedIn Richey Workforce Development | Business Strategies About WEBB Squared:WEBB Squared is a nonprofit incubator and accelerator building wealth through entrepreneurship for Black and Brown businesses in Chatham County. We offer free entrepreneurial coaching, mindset workshops, and promotion of BIPOC businesses in our community.  Learn more at www.webbsquared.orgemail: rinnie@webbsquared.orgSpecial Thank You to our Money Mindset Podcast Sponsor:This Money Mindset series is brought to you by PNC Bank, a proud supporter of The WEBB Squared and the entrepreneurial community we serve.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.

What if #addiction isn't a disease—but a #stressreduction strategy that's gone wrong? Dr. Gary Sprouse, "The Less Stress Doc" shares a powerful new perspective that could transform how we understand #AddictionRecovery and #healing. Listen to this episode now to learn about his groundbreaking "Stress Reducer Loop" model that explains why the very things we use to #feelbetter can sometimes become the source of even more stress. And even better, learn practical strategies to recognize destructive coping patterns, #reducestress at the source, and create #healthierhabits that actually support your wellbeing.ABOUT DR. GARY SPROUSE:Dr. Gary Sprouse is an expert on happiness, mindset and stress reduction. Dr. Gary says, “Please don't resign yourself to living stressed out. There is another way!” He is extremely passionate about bringing happiness into people's lives through humor, compassion and understanding. He is committed to helping people improve their mental health and has a unique perspective on stress that no one else is talking about. He has uncovered a groundbreaking new way to define where the majority of human stress originates. This new insight and the tools he developed to deal with stress are changing lives. Dr. Sprouse helps people have less stress, feel happier and be more productive through innovative tools to reduce stress, worry, guilt and regret.Also known as The Less Stress Doc, Dr. Sprouse has had his own 55-gallon drum of stress for decades, dealing with a malpractice suit, the medical board, hospital administrators, insurance providers and more. He talks about it in his award-winning book, Highway to Your Happy Place: A Roadmap to Less Stress and developed tools and strategies to effectively reduce or eliminate it. These tools worked for him and he is pleased to share them with the world. Dr. Gary Sprouse is a retired primary care physician who practiced in Maryland for 38 years. He graduated from George Washington University Medical School in the top 10% of his class and is a member of Mensa. His goal is to have everyone living in their Happy Place. Dr. Sprouse also collaborated on a book with Jack Canfield. The new book, Mindset Matters, is a best-seller on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Learn more and connect with Dr. Sprouse at: www.thelessstressdoc.com#addictionawareness #StressManagement #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalHealing #SelfImprovement #PersonalGrowth #SelfCompassion #TraumaHealing #MindsetShift #MentalWellness #RecoveryJourney #StressRelief #HealthyHabits #BehaviorChange #EmotionalWellbeing #HealingJourney #InnerHealing #SelfAwareness #Resilience #OvercomingAddiction #Psychology #PositiveChange #WellnessJourney #PersonalDevelopment #addictionrecoverypath #liveyourbestlife  _____________________________________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

What if #addiction isn't a disease—but a #stressreduction strategy that's gone wrong? Dr. Gary Sprouse, "The Less Stress Doc" shares a powerful new perspective that could transform how we understand #AddictionRecovery and #healing. Listen to this episode now to learn about his groundbreaking "Stress Reducer Loop" model that explains why the very things we use to #feelbetter can sometimes become the source of even more stress. And even better, learn practical strategies to recognize destructive coping patterns, #reducestress at the source, and create #healthierhabits that actually support your wellbeing.ABOUT DR. GARY SPROUSE:Dr. Gary Sprouse is an expert on happiness, mindset and stress reduction. Dr. Gary says, “Please don't resign yourself to living stressed out. There is another way!” He is extremely passionate about bringing happiness into people's lives through humor, compassion and understanding. He is committed to helping people improve their mental health and has a unique perspective on stress that no one else is talking about. He has uncovered a groundbreaking new way to define where the majority of human stress originates. This new insight and the tools he developed to deal with stress are changing lives. Dr. Sprouse helps people have less stress, feel happier and be more productive through innovative tools to reduce stress, worry, guilt and regret.Also known as The Less Stress Doc, Dr. Sprouse has had his own 55-gallon drum of stress for decades, dealing with a malpractice suit, the medical board, hospital administrators, insurance providers and more. He talks about it in his award-winning book, Highway to Your Happy Place: A Roadmap to Less Stress and developed tools and strategies to effectively reduce or eliminate it. These tools worked for him and he is pleased to share them with the world. Dr. Gary Sprouse is a retired primary care physician who practiced in Maryland for 38 years. He graduated from George Washington University Medical School in the top 10% of his class and is a member of Mensa. His goal is to have everyone living in their Happy Place. Dr. Sprouse also collaborated on a book with Jack Canfield. The new book, Mindset Matters, is a best-seller on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Learn more and connect with Dr. Sprouse at: www.thelessstressdoc.com#addictionawareness #StressManagement #MentalHealthAwareness #EmotionalHealing #SelfImprovement #PersonalGrowth #SelfCompassion #TraumaHealing #MindsetShift #MentalWellness #RecoveryJourney #StressRelief #HealthyHabits #BehaviorChange #EmotionalWellbeing #HealingJourney #InnerHealing #SelfAwareness #Resilience #OvercomingAddiction #Psychology #PositiveChange #WellnessJourney #PersonalDevelopment #addictionrecoverypath #liveyourbestlife  _____________________________________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

Most changemakers don't need more content strategies.They need the confidence and clarity to share what they already know.In this episode of the Online Expert Series, Adina explores one of the biggest barriers holding mission-led entrepreneurs back from building influential online brands: visibility.Because creating content isn't really about algorithms, followers, or going viral.It's about sharing your expertise, perspective, and message with the people who need it most.Whether you're a social entrepreneur, nonprofit leader, advocate, consultant, coach, or mission-driven expert, your voice matters. And in a world where individuals increasingly shape conversations, culture, and change, staying invisible comes at a cost.This episode breaks down how changemakers can approach content differently - through authenticity, service, thought leadership, and strategic visibility.In This Episode, You'll Learn:✨ Why changemakers often struggle more with visibility than content strategy✨ The mindset shift that helps overcome self-doubt and fear of showing up online✨ Why you don't need a massive audience, viral posts, or flashy marketing to create meaningful impact✨ How positioning, messaging, and content work together to grow your brand✨ The power of storytelling in building trust and connection✨ Why taking a stand can become one of your most effective content strategies✨ How content serves as ongoing market research to refine your positioning and messaging✨ The two essential components of a successful content strategyKey TakeawaysContent is where your positioning and messaging come to life.Visibility is often a bigger challenge than strategy.Your expertise and lived experience are uniquely valuable.Authentic content starts with alignment to your values.Storytelling creates trust, connection, and influence.Taking a stand helps differentiate your brand and deepen your impact.You do not need a large audience to create meaningful change.The future belongs to changemakers willing to lead publicly.The Two Pillars of Changemaker Content Strategy1. VisibilityLearning to navigate:Fear of judgmentSelf-doubtPerfectionismResistance to being seen2. Strategic ContentAnd shifting your focus back to service and impact.Creating content rooted in:Clear positioningMagnetic messagingThought leadershipStorytellingAuthentic advocacyThe 3P Framework: Purpose, People & ProfitThroughout this episode, Adina introduces her signature framework for building a sustainable online expert brand:PurposeClarify what you're here to do and the impact you're meant to create.PeopleCommunicate your message in a way that deeply connects with the people you're here to serve.ProfitBuild sustainable revenue that allows your mission and impact to grow.Ready to Illuminate Your Brand?✨ Illuminate Digital® BlueprintThe 3P Framework for Purpose, People & ProfitA masterclass for purpose-driven entrepreneurs ready to light up the internet, grow a magnetic and sought-after personal changemaker brand, and turn expertise into consistent sales.

On today's episode, we're kicking off a new series of spotlight episodes featuring the incredible cast of The Dot Experience.The Dot Experience is a new inclusive museum opening this October. It features more than 20 individuals who are blind or have low vision, each sharing authentic stories.The cast includes advocates, artists, professionals, athletes, students, parents, and workers—highlighting the many roles blind individuals hold in society and showcasing vibrant, diverse lives.And today, we're learning about Dan Man-cina. Not only is he a Cast Member for The Dot Experience, he is also a skateboarder… and today we get to hear his story. Hello Chris and welcome to Change Makers.On this episodeNarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerDan Mancina, The Dot Experience Cast Member and SkateboarderAdditional LinksThe Dot ExperienceDan Mancina on InstagramEmail Change Makers

There's nothing like the right combination of music and lyrics to crystalize a moment... or a movement. It's why we're asking every guest this season their favorite protest songs: everyone has an answer to that question, because we all instinctively understand music's power. In this episode, we talk with Dr. Chelsey Green, musician, educator, and the first Black woman to chair the Board of Trustees for The Recording Academy, the organization behind the Grammy Awards. She helps us unwrap why music, and representation in music, is such a big part of the quest for justice. Learn more about Dr. Chelsey Green's work at chelseygreen.com.And if our conversation inspires you, let us know what your favorite protest song is at raceunwrapped@lpm.org. We're making a playlist, and it's already gooood, y'all. This season of Race Unwrapped is supported by the Kentucky Center for African American Heritage, and by our listeners. Click here to help make this work possible!

Today on the podcast, Gail Eichenthal is joined by leaders at the intersection of Arts & Health to celebrate LA Opera's partnerships and impact as we as we reflect on 5 years of LA County Arts and Health Week Summits. Listen in to conversations covering our 5th annual Summit's Core Themes. From Research to Practice with Sunil Iyengar of the NEA; Five Years of Progress with Kristin Sakoda, Director of the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture; and Advocacy Across Sectors with Co-Director of the Jameel Arts & Health Lab Dr. Nisha Sajnani. Then, we'll hear from LA Opera Connects Vice-President Dr. Andréa Fuentes as we look the future of caring for our communities through the arts. LAOpera.org/Summit Arts.gov/Impact/Research LACountyArts.org JameelArtsHealthLab.org

Why are so many people #stressedout? What if the biggest threat to your health isn't your diet, age, or genetics—but your stress?Dr. Gary Sprouse, "The Less Stress Doc", says, “Please don't resign yourself to living stressed out. There is another way!” Dr. Sprouse reveals how #chronicstress impacts every system in the body and shares #practicaltools to help you #reclaimyourhealth, #happiness, and #peaceofmind.In this uplifting conversation, Dr. Gary explains why your "happy place" is already within reach and how understanding your mind can dramatically #reducestress and improve your life.Dr. Sprouse has a unique perspective on stress that no one else is talking about. He has uncovered a groundbreaking new way to define where the majority of human stress originates. This new insight and the tools he developed to deal with stress are changing lives. Dr. Gary Sprouse is a retired primary care physician who practiced in Maryland for 38 years. He graduated from George Washington University Medical School in the top 10% of his class and is a member of Mensa. His goal is to have everyone living in their Happy Place. Dr. Sprouse also collaborated on a book with Jack Canfield. The new book, Mindset Matters, is a best-seller on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Learn more and connect with Dr. Sprouse at: www.thelessstressdoc.com#StressManagement #MentalHealth #MentalWellness #EmotionalWellbeing #ChronicStress #StressRelief #MindsetMatters #PositiveMindset #SelfEsteem #ConfidenceBuilding #EmotionalResilience #PersonalGrowth #SelfDevelopment #HappinessHabits #HappinessJourney #MentalHealthAwareness #MindBodyConnection #InnerPeace #AnxietySupport #Resilience #Wellbeing #HealthyMindset #LifeTransformation #DrGarySprouse #liveyourbestlife  _____________________________________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

Why are so many people #stressedout? What if the biggest threat to your health isn't your diet, age, or genetics—but your stress?Dr. Gary Sprouse, "The Less Stress Doc", says, “Please don't resign yourself to living stressed out. There is another way!” Dr. Sprouse reveals how #chronicstress impacts every system in the body and shares #practicaltools to help you #reclaimyourhealth, #happiness, and #peaceofmind.In this uplifting conversation, Dr. Gary explains why your "happy place" is already within reach and how understanding your mind can dramatically #reducestress and improve your life.Dr. Sprouse has a unique perspective on stress that no one else is talking about. He has uncovered a groundbreaking new way to define where the majority of human stress originates. This new insight and the tools he developed to deal with stress are changing lives. Dr. Gary Sprouse is a retired primary care physician who practiced in Maryland for 38 years. He graduated from George Washington University Medical School in the top 10% of his class and is a member of Mensa. His goal is to have everyone living in their Happy Place. Dr. Sprouse also collaborated on a book with Jack Canfield. The new book, Mindset Matters, is a best-seller on Amazon and Barnes & Noble. Learn more and connect with Dr. Sprouse at: www.thelessstressdoc.com#StressManagement #MentalHealth #MentalWellness #EmotionalWellbeing #ChronicStress #StressRelief #MindsetMatters #PositiveMindset #SelfEsteem #ConfidenceBuilding #EmotionalResilience #PersonalGrowth #SelfDevelopment #HappinessHabits #HappinessJourney #MentalHealthAwareness #MindBodyConnection #InnerPeace #AnxietySupport #Resilience #Wellbeing #HealthyMindset #LifeTransformation #DrGarySprouse #liveyourbestlife  _____________________________________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

Dr Daniel Nour considers himself an accidental change maker, but he is also a pretty prodigious one. A doctor, inspired by the health care that helped his brother as a child, it was an experience offering emergency medical care to a homeless man in London during his medical studies that left him unable to ignore the gaps in the healthcare system, especially for marginalised communities.In response in Australia he created Street Side Medics, a mobile general practice unit that meets and provides medical care to people that are homeless in the places where they are at - at food venues. It started in Sydney and has spread across Australia. His work led him to be recognised as 2022 Young Australian of the Year.Here he talks about that journey and what he learnt creating something from nothing. He explores the art of founding an organisation, the limits of planning and the importance of mentors and vision.For more on Street Side Medics: https://www.streetsidemedics.com.au/For more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changemakerspodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@changemakerspodcastBlue Sky: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersall.bsky.socialFor more on the books and Amanda's writing, have a look at:Amanda's website - https://amandatattersall.com/ Conscious Tribes: thinking differently about making a difference - here and via Hardie GrantPeople Power in Cities - here and via Oxford Uni PressOn Substack - https://substack.com/@amandatattersallOn Medium - https://amandatatts.medium.com/And - her much earlier book about coalition building - Power in Coalition and via Cornell Uni PressAmanda is on Socials here:On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandatattersall/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amanda.tattersallBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/amandatattersall.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersallTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amanda.tattersallAmanda's website - https://amandatattersall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

California's housing crisis has pushed families, investors, and homeowners to rethink what housing can look like.In this episode of ChangeMakers, Katie Goar sits down with Whitney Hill, co-founder and CEO of SnapADU, to explore how accessory dwelling units, better known as ADUs, are changing the housing landscape across San Diego and beyond.Whitney shares how SnapADU launched during the 2020 shutdown, why California's regulatory changes created a massive opportunity, and how her company has now completed more than 100 detached ADU builds.The conversation covers:• The real drivers behind ADU demand• Why families are embracing multi-generational living• How homeowners are using ADUs for wealth building• The biggest bottlenecks slowing housing development• Why permitting and utility regulations remain a challenge• The future of affordable housing in California• What most people misunderstand about ADUsWhitney also explains why the most successful ADU projects focus on quality of life, thoughtful design, and long-term planning instead of simply maximizing density.If you're interested in affordable housing, real estate investing, urban development, entrepreneurship, or the future of housing policy, this episode delivers practical insight into one of the fastest-growing housing trends in America.Subscribe for more conversations with leaders creating real-world solutions in housing, healthcare, business, and community development.Topics Covered / What You'll LearnWhat an ADU actually isWhy California changed ADU lawsHow Snap ADU grew during COVIDThe economics behind ADU investingWhy multi-generational housing is growingThe biggest construction and permitting bottlenecksHow homeowners use ADUs to offset mortgage costsThe future of housing density in CaliforniaWhy San Diego became a hotspot for ADUsHow thoughtful housing design improves quality of lifeThe hidden complexity behind “simple” ADU buildsHow Whitney Hill built a niche construction companyTimestamps00:00 Intro00:12 Meet Whitney Hill of Snap ADU01:00 How California's ADU law changes created opportunity02:40 The story behind the name Snap ADU03:30 Why San Diego became an ADU hotspot05:10 Who is building ADUs today?06:30 Community concerns around density and parking08:25 Housing demand and city capacity09:45 Why California has embraced ADUs11:00 ADUs as a wealth-building tool12:15 Multi-generational living success stories14:20 The realities of running an ADU construction company16:20 The biggest bottlenecks slowing housing growth17:45 ADU design trends and creative layouts19:15 Whitney Hill on leadership and entrepreneurship21:00 Yale, NYU, and finding her professional niche22:40 Snap ADU's future growth strategy24:30 Can ADUs help affordable housing?26:20 Closing thoughts

In this episode of Change Makers, Bradley Akubuiro sits down with Caitlin Hayden, Group Communications Director at BAE Systems and a member of the company's executive committee.From advising on national security communications in the Obama White House to leading global communications for one of the world's largest defence organisations, Caitlin has spent her career operating where business, geopolitics and public trust collide.Together, they explore leadership under pressure, communicating through uncertainty, building trust when the stakes are high, and navigating geopolitical risk in an increasingly complex world. These are also key themes from Bradley's new book, 'Faster. Messier. Tougher.: Crisis Communications Strategies in an Era of Populism, AI, and Distrust' which examines how leaders can thrive when certainty is in short supply.For leaders facing constant change, heightened scrutiny and growing complexity, this conversation offers valuable insights from someone who has worked at the highest levels of government, national security and global business.Learn more about Faster. Messier. Tougher. at https://bradleyakubuiro.com/

Dr Daniel Nour considers himself an accidental change maker, but he is also a pretty prodigious one. A doctor, inspired by the health care that helped his brother as a child, it was an experience offering emergency medical care to a homeless man in London during his medical studies that left him unable to ignore the gaps in the healthcare system, especially for marginalised communities.In response in Australia he created Street Side Medics, a mobile general practice unit that meets and provides medical care to people that are homeless in the places where they are at - at food venues. It started in Sydney and has spread across Australia. His work led him to be recognised as 2022 Young Australian of the Year.Here he talks about that journey and what he learnt creating something from nothing. He explores the art of founding an organisation, the limits of planning and the importance of mentors and vision.For more on Street Side Medics: https://www.streetsidemedics.com.au/For more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changemakerspodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@changemakerspodcastBlue Sky: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersall.bsky.socialFor more on the books and Amanda's writing, have a look at:Amanda's website - https://amandatattersall.com/ Conscious Tribes: thinking differently about making a difference - here and via Hardie GrantPeople Power in Cities - here and via Oxford Uni PressOn Substack - https://substack.com/@amandatattersallOn Medium - https://amandatatts.medium.com/And - her much earlier book about coalition building - Power in Coalition and via Cornell Uni PressAmanda is on Socials here:On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandatattersall/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amanda.tattersallBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/amandatattersall.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersallTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amanda.tattersallAmanda's website - https://amandatattersall.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Fluent Fiction - Swedish: How One Community Fought to Save Their Beloved Park Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/sv/episode/2026-06-07-07-38-19-sv Story Transcript:Sv: Våren hade svept genom den lilla svenska bostadsområdet som en mild bris.En: Spring had swept through the small Swedish residential area like a gentle breeze.Sv: Liljor och syrener blomstrade överallt och fyllde luften med sin söta doft.En: Lilies and lilacs bloomed everywhere, filling the air with their sweet scent.Sv: Men trots den idylliska miljön fanns en oro som genomsyrade samhället.En: But despite the idyllic surroundings, there was an anxiety that permeated the community.Sv: Ett nytt byggprojekt hotade att förstöra den älskade grönskan i deras park, den där lilla oasen där invånarna samlades för att fira, spela och koppla av.En: A new construction project threatened to destroy the beloved greenery in their park, that little oasis where residents gathered to celebrate, play, and relax.Sv: Elin var på väg hem från jobbet när hon hörde rykten om det planerade bygget.En: Elin was on her way home from work when she heard rumors about the planned construction.Sv: Hon stannade mitt på gatan, med händerna fyllda med kassar, och kände en blandning av ilska och oro.En: She stopped in the middle of the street, with her hands full of bags, feeling a mix of anger and worry.Sv: Hon kände sin roll som gemenskapens ledare.En: She felt her role as the community's leader.Sv: Det var hennes ansvar att agera.En: It was her responsibility to act.Sv: Hon svängde in på den välbekanta vägen mot huset där hennes granne och vän Oskar bodde.En: She turned onto the familiar road leading to the house where her neighbor and friend Oskar lived.Sv: Oskar öppnade dörren och hälsade henne med ett vänligt men frågande leende.En: Oskar opened the door and greeted her with a friendly but questioning smile.Sv: "Har du hört talas om bygget i parken?"En: "Have you heard about the construction in the park?"Sv: frågade Elin med en röst som darrade av beslutsamhet.En: asked Elin with a voice trembling with determination.Sv: Oskar nickade sakta.En: Oskar nodded slowly.Sv: "Ja, jag hörde det.En: "Yes, I heard.Sv: Många verkar tro att vi inte kan göra något åt det."En: Many seem to think we can't do anything about it."Sv: "De har fel," sa Elin bestämt.En: "They're wrong," said Elin firmly.Sv: "Vi måste göra något.En: "We have to do something.Sv: Vi måste samla alla."En: We must gather everyone."Sv: Med Midsommar på intåg och den gemensamma känslan av samhörighet som firandet förde med sig, fick Elin en idé.En: With Midsommar approaching and the shared sense of togetherness that the celebration brought, Elin got an idea.Sv: Hon bestämde sig för att organisera ett möte i den centrala parken.En: She decided to organize a meeting in the central park.Sv: Hon visste att hon var tvungen att agera snabbt.En: She knew she had to act quickly.Sv: Några dagar senare, när solen precis började gå ner, samlades grannarna under lummiga träd och lyktor av pappersblommor.En: A few days later, as the sun was starting to set, the neighbors gathered under leafy trees and lanterns of paper flowers.Sv: Det var en skör, men hoppfull stämning i luften.En: There was a fragile, yet hopeful atmosphere in the air.Sv: Inte alla var övertygade.En: Not everyone was convinced.Sv: Några rynkade på pannan och muttrade skeptiskt.En: Some frowned and muttered skeptically.Sv: Elin kände av deras tvivel och hennes egna osäkerheter gnagde inom henne.En: Elin sensed their doubts and her own insecurities gnawed at her.Sv: Men med Oskars uppmuntrande nick vid sin sida, steg hon fram.En: But with Oskar's encouraging nod by her side, she stepped forward.Sv: "Jag förstår," började hon, "att vi alla känner oro och kanske tvivel.En: "I understand," she began, "that we all feel worry and maybe doubt.Sv: Men titta runt er.En: But look around you.Sv: Det vi har här är värt att kämpa för.En: What we have here is worth fighting for.Sv: Vi kan göra skillnad."En: We can make a difference."Sv: Hennes ord väckte en gnista i många.En: Her words sparked an interest in many.Sv: Diskussioner blossade upp, vissa höll med och andra uttryckte sina farhågor.En: Discussions flared up, some agreed and others expressed their concerns.Sv: Men Elin lyssnade tålmodigt, lät alla röster höras och delade även sina egna rädslor och tvivel.En: But Elin listened patiently, let all voices be heard, and shared her own fears and doubts as well.Sv: När skymningen föll och eldflugorna började dansa, märktes det en förändring.En: As dusk fell and fireflies began to dance, a change was noticed.Sv: Sakta men säkert enades grannarna.En: Slowly but surely, the neighbors united.Sv: De lovade att arbeta tillsammans för att bevara sin park.En: They promised to work together to preserve their park.Sv: Mötet slutade med ett gemensamt skratt och en känsla av att de kunde skapa en bättre framtid.En: The meeting ended with a shared laughter and a feeling that they could create a better future.Sv: Elin kände sig lättad, men mer än så, hon kände sig stärkt.En: Elin felt relieved, but more than that, she felt strengthened.Sv: Hon hade fått mod att leda men även att visa sina svagheter.En: She had gained the courage to lead but also to show her vulnerabilities.Sv: Och det, insåg hon, gjorde henne bara starkare.En: And that, she realized, only made her stronger.Sv: Midsommar närmade sig fylld av ljus och samhörighet.En: Midsommar approached full of light and unity.Sv: Deras lilla bostadsområde var redo att möta framtiden tillsammans, tack vare Elins mod och Oskars tysta men starka stöd.En: Their little residential area was ready to face the future together, thanks to Elin's courage and Oskar's silent but strong support. Vocabulary Words:residential: bostadsområdegentle: mildbreeze: brislilies: liljorlilacs: syreneridyllic: idylliskpermeated: genomsyradeconstruction: byggprojektdestroy: förstöragreenery: grönskaoasis: oasrumors: ryktendetermination: beslutsamhetapproaching: på intågtogetherness: samhörighetquickly: snabbtfragile: skörhopeful: hoppfullskeptically: skeptisktdoubts: tvivelinsecurities: osäkerhetergnawed: gnagdesparked: väckteconcerns: farhågorpatiently: tålmodigtdusk: skymningfireflies: eldflugorrelieved: lättadstrengthened: stärktcourage: mod

How do you read a Saturn return, a Pluto return, or any astrological return chart? Bestselling author and astrologer Theresa Reed, The Tarot Lady, joins me to break it all down from her newest book, The Book of Astrological Returns: Your Complete Guide to Every Life Cycle from the Sun to Pluto (Weiser Books). I don't cry easily, but when Theresa agreed to write the foreword for my upcoming book, Astrology for Changemakers, I absolutely teared up. That's the kind of generosity she brings to this whole astrology family. She's been reading tarot and astrology for 40 years, she's the author of more than eight books, and she's one of the warmest, funniest humans I know. In this episode you'll learn the four things Theresa looks at in any return chart, why your second Saturn return rarely goes the way you expect, and how she reads the United States Pluto return as a lens on the times we're living through. Theresa even gifts me a live mini-reading of her own solar return, with real talk about visibility, PR, and showing up for the Astrology for Changemakers launch. Theresa's book gives you the cycles. Astrology for Changemakers gives you how to lead with your stars inside them. Read together, they're a guide for being the change you want to see.

Want to make a real, meaningful impact in the world? Not sure what's holding you back? Need to better define your goals and create a #roadmaptosuccess?Want to know how to #stayoncourse when life throws curveballs?Listen now to this interview with Dr. Paul Rivera, co-founder of BeActChange, to understand how you can #unleashyourpotential to #transformyourworld and beyond. Dr. Paul reveals:-- The powerful "Be.Act.Change." formula to #changeyourlife and #changetheworld  -- How to let go of “Safe” to follow your purpose and #followyourdreams -- The huge difference between maintaining positivity and building true resilience!-- How to Take #SmallSteps to Create Massive Change--  The real tools that help us #riseagain after life knocks us down-- And so much more!Connect with Dr. Paul now at: https://beactchange.com/#FearOfFailure #AbundanceMindset #ScarcityMindset #PersonalGrowth #SpiritualAwakening #EmotionalHealing #Resilience #MindsetShift #SelfDiscovery #PurposeDrivenLife #HumanConnection #HealingJourney #InnerHealing #CollectiveHealing #AuthenticLiving #SelfAwareness #MentalHealthAwareness #ImmigrantStories #ConsciousLiving #Breathwork #SettingBoundaries #SelfLoveJourney #Empowerment #Transformation #liveyourbestlife  #followyourpassion #followyourbliss #followyourvision #followyourcalling  #smallstepsmatter #smallstepsbigchange #smallstepsbigimpact #smallstepsbigchanges #smallstepsbigwins #riseup  #unleashyourstrength #transformyourlife  _____________________________________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 make a real, meaningful impact in the world? Not sure what's holding you back? Need to better define your goals and create a #roadmaptosuccess?Want to know how to #stayoncourse when life throws curveballs?Listen now to this interview with Dr. Paul Rivera, co-founder of BeActChange, to understand how you can #unleashyourpotential to #transformyourworld and beyond. Dr. Paul reveals:-- The powerful "Be.Act.Change." formula to #changeyourlife and #changetheworld  -- How to let go of “Safe” to follow your purpose and #followyourdreams -- The huge difference between maintaining positivity and building true resilience!-- How to Take #SmallSteps to Create Massive Change--  The real tools that help us #riseagain after life knocks us down-- And so much more!Connect with Dr. Paul now at: https://beactchange.com/#FearOfFailure #AbundanceMindset #ScarcityMindset #PersonalGrowth #SpiritualAwakening #EmotionalHealing #Resilience #MindsetShift #SelfDiscovery #PurposeDrivenLife #HumanConnection #HealingJourney #InnerHealing #CollectiveHealing #AuthenticLiving #SelfAwareness #MentalHealthAwareness #ImmigrantStories #ConsciousLiving #Breathwork #SettingBoundaries #SelfLoveJourney #Empowerment #Transformation #liveyourbestlife  #followyourpassion #followyourbliss #followyourvision #followyourcalling  #smallstepsmatter #smallstepsbigchange #smallstepsbigimpact #smallstepsbigchanges #smallstepsbigwins #riseup  #unleashyourstrength #transformyourlife  _____________________________________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

Nominations have opened for the 2026 Australian Sikh Awards for Excellence (ASAE), a national initiative recognising the social, economic and cultural contributions of Sikh Australians. Announcing the launch, Attorney-General Michelle Rowland MP said the awards play an important role in acknowledging individuals whose achievements and community service often go unnoticed. - ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਅਨ ਸਿੱਖ ਐਵਾਰਡਜ਼ ਫਾਰ ਐਕਸੀਲੈਂਸ (ASAE) 2026 ਲਈ ਨਾਮਜ਼ਦਗੀਆਂ ਖੁੱਲ੍ਹ ਗਈਆਂ ਹਨ। ਇਹ ਰਾਸ਼ਟਰੀ ਪੱਧਰ ਦੇ ਐਵਾਰਡ ਵਪਾਰ, ਖੇਤੀਬਾੜੀ, ਕਲਾ, ਖੇਡਾਂ, ਪੇਸ਼ੇਵਰ ਸੇਵਾਵਾਂ ਅਤੇ ਸਮਾਜ ਸੇਵਾ ਸਮੇਤ ਵੱਖ-ਵੱਖ ਖੇਤਰਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਸਿੱਖ ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆਈਆਂ ਦੇ ਸਮਾਜਿਕ, ਆਰਥਿਕ ਅਤੇ ਸੱਭਿਆਚਾਰਕ ਯੋਗਦਾਨ ਨੂੰ ਮਾਨਤਾ ਦਿੰਦੇ ਹਨ। ਐਵਾਰਡਜ਼ ਦਾ ਮਕਸਦ ਭਾਈਚਾਰੇ ਦੇ ਉਹਨਾਂ ਮੈਂਬਰਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਸਨਮਾਨਿਤ ਕਰਨਾ ਹੈ, ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦਾ ਯੋਗਦਾਨ ਅਕਸਰ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਦੀ ਨਜ਼ਰਾਂ ਤੋਂ ਓਹਲੇ ਰਹਿ ਜਾਂਦਾ ਹੈ ਅਤੇ ਜਿਨ੍ਹਾਂ ਦੀਆਂ ਉਪਲਬਧੀਆਂ ਨੇ ਆਸਟ੍ਰੇਲੀਆਈ ਸਮਾਜ ਨੂੰ ਮਜ਼ਬੂਤ ਬਣਾਇਆ ਹੈ।

On this episode of Change Makers, we're continuing our series of spotlight episodes featuring the incredible cast of The Dot Experience. The Dot Experience is a new inclusive museum opening in October. It features more than 20 individuals who are blind or have low vision, each sharing authentic stories. The cast includes advocates, artists, professionals, athletes, students, parents, and workers, highlighting the many roles individuals who are blind or low vision hold in society and showcasing vibrant, diverse lives.On this episode, learn about Chris Downey. Chris is an architect, planner, and consultant who lost his sight entirely in 2008 following surgery to remove a brain tumor. Not only is he a Cast Member for The Dot Experience, he is also the Founder and owner of Architecture for the Blind. After his interview, enjoy our monthly Tech Takeaway where you'll learn five Monarch tips to keep you engaged over the summer.On this episode (In order of appearance)NarratorSara Brown, APH Public Relations ManagerChris Downey, The Dot Experience Cast Member, Founder and Owner of Architecture for the BlindJennifer Wenzel, APH Technology Product SpecialistMichael Dennis, APH Technology Product SpecialistAdditional LinksThe Dot Experience websiteArchitecture for the Blind websiteEmail Change Makers

Guiding Question:What if schools created a space for student changemakers to gather, learn, grow, collaborate, innovate, lead and celebrate their work building a bridge to a sustainable future? Key Takeaways:Planting seeds for changemaking in schools Using the Sustainability Compass as a guide to different strands of being a changemaker Creating a sense of unity and belonging for changemakers across Europe at the Düsseldorf conference Building a team through trust, talents and skillsIf you have enjoyed this podcast please take a moment to subscribe, and also we'd appreciate it if you could please leave us a review on your favorite podcast platform. The way the algorithm works, this helps our podcast reach more listeners. Thanks from IC for your support. Check out the conference website Inspire Citizens Student Leader Micro-CredentialLearn more about how Inspire Citizens co-designs customized student leadership and changemakers programsConnect with more stories from the Inspire Citizens network in our vignettesAccess free resources for global citizenship educationShare on social media using #EmpathytoImpactEpisode Summary On this episode of Empathy to Impact, host Scott Jamieson meets up with grade 11 students Melania, Julia, and Grabriela from the International School of Düsseldorf. These 3 changemakers spearheaded the team at their school as they organized this year's student-led changemaker conference, Bridge to Impact. This is the 5th iteration of this European regional conference with previous hosts, Budapest, Munich, and the founding conferences in Frankfurt. This conference is designed to bring young changemakers together, support them to build skills, and create opportunities for action and collaboration. Be sure to check out next year's conference in Lithuania. Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at this year's conference from the perspective of the student leaders who put it all together.Discover a transformative podcast on education and learning from a student perspective and student voice, exploring media, media literacy, and media production to inspire citizens in schools through a media lab focused on 21st-century learning, empathy to impact, Global citizenship, collaboration, systems thinking, service learning, PBL, CAS, MYP, PYP, DP, Service as Action, futures thinking, project-based learning, sustainability, well-being, harmony with nature, community engagement, experiential learning, and the role of teachers and teaching in fostering well-being and a better future.

Affordable housing is one of the biggest challenges facing communities today. But how does it actually get funded?In this episode of ChangeMakers, Katie Goar sits down with Jason Blain, Senior Commercial Banker at Independent Bank*, to break down how banks, developers, and public programs work together to create affordable housing.Jason shares a behind-the-scenes look at the real financial tools driving housing development, including tax credits, rate buydowns, and community partnerships. He also explains why homeownership still plays a critical role in building long-term wealth and stability.This conversation goes beyond theory. You'll hear how affordable housing projects come together, what slows them down, and what needs to change to scale solutions.*Independent Bank is a Member FDIC and Equal Housing Lender.The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, legal, or investment advice. It should not be relied upon as a substitute for consultation with qualified financial or legal professionals. Banking products, terms, rates, and regulations may vary and are subject to change. Please consult your financial institution or a licensed advisor before making any financial decisions.

Democracy is in trouble right now. In the US, Trump's authoritarian impulses are closing over the checks and balances that used to make space for people to participate. In the UK the success of Reform in May's local government elections reveal that people are increasingly seeing politics as elite sport - choosing to attack the system as a whole. In Australia, the success of One Nation in recent bi-elections suggests that it is also not immune from this anti-democratic movement.In this chat with democracy academic Hahrie Han we explore this challenge, and some seeds of hope that are emerging at the local scale. Recorded ahead of the UCL Policy Lab's Ecosystem Project gathering in May 2026 (where Hahie and Amanda are both speaking), they talk about source of hope that lie in the practices of a politics that can build spaces that can invite and explore people who are different, and have different opinions to work together.Things might be grim, but we are never without power. This conversation seeks to make practical where collaboration across our differences can make a difference.======We talked with Hahrie back in 2019 - take a listen to it here: https://changemakerspodcast.org/hahrie-han-changemaker-chat/For more on the UCL Ecosystem project, visit: https://ecosystem-project.ucl.ac.uk/For more about Hahrie Han's work (including her latest book Undivided and her many books on organising, people power and making change), visit: https://www.hahriehan.com/For more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)We have a brand new podcast called ChangeMakers Digest - co-hosted by Samuel Chu and Amanda Tattersall, take a listen: https://changemakerspodcast.org/category/episodes/digest/You can keep up to date via:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changemakerspodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@changemakerspodcastBlue Sky: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersall.bsky.socialFor more on the books and Amanda's writing, have a look at:Amanda's website - https://amandatattersall.com/ Conscious Tribes: thinking differently about making a difference - here and via Hardie GrantPeople Power in Cities - here and via Oxford Uni PressOn Substack - https://substack.com/@amandatattersallOn Medium - https://amandatatts.medium.com/And - her much earlier book about coalition building - Power in Coalition and via Cornell Uni PressAmanda is on Socials here:On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandatattersall/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amanda.tattersallBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/amandatattersall.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersallTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amanda.tattersall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why are we so uncomfortable with #silence? And what happens when we #stoptalking long enough to truly feel? Silence can feel terrifying… but it can also become the doorway to #healing. In this deeply profound conversation, Ron Tabachnick,  #Spiritual Strategist, Master Strategic #Facilitator & #Coach, explores #trauma, #emotionalsuppression, #fear, #grounding, and how silence can help us reconnect with our emotions, #truth, and #innerpeace.Discover how silence can reconnect us to our #trueself, dissolve mental chatter, awaken #emotionalhealing, and create space for deeper consciousness, presence, and #spiritualgrowth.Learn more and connect with  Ronald now at:https://www.insightacall.com/#SpiritualAwakening #Mindfulness #Consciousness #Presence #HealingJourney #SelfAwareness #Meditation  #TraumaHealing #EnergyHealing #PersonalGrowth #Awareness #MindsetShift #BeingPresent #SelfDiscovery #MentalClarity #ConsciousLiving #SpiritualPodcast #HealingThroughSilence #InnerHealing #liveyourbestlife #silenceispower _____________________________________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

Why are we so uncomfortable with #silence? And what happens when we #stoptalking long enough to truly feel? Silence can feel terrifying… but it can also become the doorway to #healing. In this deeply profound conversation, Ron Tabachnick,  #Spiritual Strategist, Master Strategic #Facilitator & #Coach, explores #trauma, #emotionalsuppression, #fear, #grounding, and how silence can help us reconnect with our emotions, #truth, and #innerpeace.Discover how silence can reconnect us to our #trueself, dissolve mental chatter, awaken #emotionalhealing, and create space for deeper consciousness, presence, and #spiritualgrowth.Learn more and connect with  Ronald now at:https://www.insightacall.com/#SpiritualAwakening #Mindfulness #Consciousness #Presence #HealingJourney #SelfAwareness #Meditation  #TraumaHealing #EnergyHealing #PersonalGrowth #Awareness #MindsetShift #BeingPresent #SelfDiscovery #MentalClarity #ConsciousLiving #SpiritualPodcast #HealingThroughSilence #InnerHealing #liveyourbestlife #silenceispower _____________________________________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

Asha Scielzo, Director, Health Law and Policy Program, American University Washington College of Law, speaks with Radha Savitala, President and Chairman of Tenor Health Foundation, about her work helping hospitals and health systems facing significant pressures and ensuring the viability of community hospitals across the nation. They discuss the mission of Tenor Health Foundation and Tenor's recent acquisitions; Tenor's process for identifying, acquiring, and operating financially distressed hospitals to preserve critical medical services in underserved areas; and the community impact of Tenor's work. Radha also shares her views on artificial intelligence, telehealth, Medicaid, maternal health, and behavioral health. Sponsored by American University Washington College of Law.Watch this episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GH8ZZw40Z-kLearn more about American University Washington College of Law: https://www.american.edu/wcl Essential Legal Updates, Now in AudioAHLA's popular Health Law Daily email newsletter is now a daily podcast, exclusively for AHLA Comprehensive members. Get all your health law news from the major media outlets on this podcast! To subscribe and add this private podcast feed to your podcast app, go to americanhealthlaw.org/dailypodcast.Stay At the Forefront of Health Legal EducationLearn more about AHLA and the educational resources available to the health law community at https://www.americanhealthlaw.org/. 

What does it really mean to lead — especially during times of uncertainty, burnout, and constant change? In this episode, I'm joined by author and longtime movement leader Eveline Shen to discuss her book Choosing to Lead Against the Current: The Courageous Operating System for Changemakers. After spending more than two decades leading Forward Together, Shen has helped mentor organizers, activists, and changemakers working to build stronger communities and more sustainable movements. This conversation explores leadership, courage, burnout, systems thinking, and how people can create meaningful change without losing themselves in the process.

What is this?Today we are releasing a new podcast format on the ChangeMakers Channel - the ChangeMakers Digest where we take an issue in the news or that has grabbed our attention and try to make sense of it - "digesting" it - to draw out lessons and meaning for how we make change.It is hosted by Amanda Tattersall with Samuel Chu, a long time US based community organiser.Our aim is to release these episodes fortnightly. There is more about the digest on our website: https://changemakerspodcast.org/changemakers-digest/.We are very keen to build a community where we extend the digesting to others making change. If you have ideas you would like us to discuss, or indeed would like to discuss with us send us an email at digest@changemakerspodcast.org. We are also keen to set up interactive digital spaces where we can keen this conversation going - if you have ideas for where that might work well, let us know.For more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changemakerspodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@changemakerspodcastBlue Sky: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersall.bsky.social Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dr. Adam Dorsay introduces SuperPsyched and interviews leadership consultant Minette Norman about psychological safety and her co-authored book, The Psychological Safety Playbook for Changemakers. Norman defines psychological safety as the belief that in a group you can ask questions, make mistakes, and voice differing views without embarrassment, exclusion, or repercussions, and contrasts it with environments where people agree publicly but dissent privately. They discuss high-stakes consequences of low psychological safety (healthcare errors, the Challenger disaster), organizational costs (reduced innovation and performance, increased burnout and disengagement, reputation management and groupthink), and links to inclusion and hearing from introverts and neurodivergent thinkers. Norman shares practical leadership actions such as redesigning meetings, inviting dissent, asking “What am I missing?”, admitting mistakes, using blameless learning after failures, and sustaining safety through mutual respect; she highlights “the power of the pause” to respond thoughtfully when triggered.00:00 Welcome to SuperPsyched00:27 Why Safety Matters03:15 Defining Psychological Safety05:00 Real World Stakes06:47 How the Book Happened11:37 What It Is Not15:19 The Hidden Costs21:35 Reputation and Inner Circles23:34 Building It Day by Day30:57 Inclusive Meetings for All36:51 Top Practices to Try39:30 The Power of the Pause43:07 Final TakeawaysHelpful Links:Minette NormanMinette Norman LinkedInMinette Norman InstagramThe Psychological Safety Playbook for Changemakers Book

Minette Norman is an award-winning author, speaker, and leadership consultant who previously spent decades leading global technical teams in the Silicon Valley software industry and realized that we needed a new, more human model of leadership. Mike Petrusky asks Minette about her new book, "The Psychological Safety Playbook for Changemakers: Transform Your Workplace Culture" and what motivated she and he co-author, Dr. Karolin Helbig, to write it. They explore how innovation thrives in a team environment where psychological safety allows open, respectful debate and diverse ideas to flourish. Minette says that anyone can be a changemaker and encourages us all to positively influence workplace culture through small, deliberate actions that create ripple effects. Successful change management prioritizes the human side of change by listening to concerns, anticipating impact, and fostering inclusion to reduce resistance, so the book offers practical strategies for addressing skepticism. Curiosity and open-minded listening are essential leadership qualities, so Mike and Minette offer the encouragement and inspiration you need to be a Workplace Innovator in your organization! Connect with Minette on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/minettenorman/ Buy Minette's new book "The Psychological Safety Playbook for Changemakers": https://thepsychologicalsafetyplaybook.com/the-psychological-safety-playbook-for-changemakers/ Learn more about Minette: https://www.minettenorman.com/ Watch the podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLSkmmkVFvM4H3pwnlU2AuqynuRDpvnh4J Discover free resources and explore past interviews at: https://eptura.com/discover-more/podcasts/workplace-innovator/ Learn more about Eptura™: https://eptura.com/ Connect with Mike on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikepetrusky/  

Since the 2008 Global Financial Crisis, US politics has polarised sharply - with the rise of Trump and right-wing populism, but also a renewed class-based left around figures like Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortes and Zohran Mamdani.Part of what has given rise to these candidates is a Democratic Socialist political movement - and a key part of that movement is the publication Jacobin, which has sought to teach and lead debate about radical class politics, reviving Marxist critiques of capitalism and socialist ideology.In this chat, the founding editor of Jacobin, Bhaskar Sunkara, charts the history of the US democratic socialists and the role of Jacobin in particular. He unpacks the recent New York Mayoral Election campaign with Zohran Mamdani, exploring how the big but simple demands about free buses and rent freezes created a different imagination for what is possible from the state. He also shares a little about his upcoming book The Blueprint (with Mike Beggs and Ben Burgis), and some of the topics he will be talking about when he visits Australia in May and June 2026.For more information and to buy tickets for Bhaskar's Australian speaking tour: https://www.search.org.au/bhaskar_sunkara_live_in_sydney_get_your_tickets_todayThe Jacobin magazine is here.Bhaskar's earlier book, The Socialist Manifesto, can be bought here.Story NotesFor more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changemakerspodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@changemakerspodcastBlue Sky: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersall.bsky.socialFor more on the books and Amanda's writing, have a look at:Amanda's website - https://amandatattersall.com/ Conscious Tribes: thinking differently about making a difference - here and via Hardie GrantPeople Power in Cities - here and via Oxford Uni PressOn Substack - https://substack.com/@amandatattersallOn Medium - https://amandatatts.medium.com/And - her much earlier book about coalition building - Power in Coalition and via Cornell Uni PressAmanda is on Socials here:On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandatattersall/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amanda.tattersallBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/amandatattersall.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailWhat happens when music meets marketing? When creativity collides with strategy? When one person masters the art of storytelling across two completely different worlds?In this episode of The WEBB Remedy Podcast, we sit down with Edith McCaskill  - AKA Deja Belle - whose discovered that whether you're crafting a melody or building a brand, it all comes down to storytelling, creativity, and collaboration.In this conversation, we explore:How storytelling shapes both art and businessWhy collaboration amplifies creative impactThe mindset shifts that unlock innovation across industriesPlus, you'll hear something you won't hear anywhere else: an original song created exclusively for The WEBB Remedy Podcast.This is a conversation about finding your voice, building authentic connections, and understanding that creativity isn't confined to a single lane — it's a way of thinking that transforms everything you touch.Unisong, founded in 2026 by Edith "Deja Belle" McCaskill and Tessie Castillo, aims to foster community engagement in North Carolina through inclusive song circles and music workshops that facilitate connection, emotional expression, and personal and collective healing.Learn more about Deja Belle:  www.dejabelle.comUnisong: www.Dejabelle.com/unisongContact Edith McCaskill for marketing needs:  EdithGMccaskill@gmail.com The WEBB Remedy Podcast is produced and edited by Rinnie Orr, WEBB Squared's Executive Director. Podcast Music by Deja Belle and Matty McCaskill.  Our podcast studio is located at 79 West Innovation Hub in Pittsboro, NC.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.

Greetings Glocal Citizens! This week on the podcast I'm back in Accra, back on the Continent, just in time to commemorate African Liberation Day--Africa Day 2026. Last year around this time, my guest and I were preparing for our respective sessions at AfroTalks 2025 @ University of Ghana-Legon where we shared stories and proposed solutions centering the theme "HOW?" aimed at fostering critical introspection, sustainable community impact, and the amplification of African stories by Africans. I shared insights taken from our Future of Work salon series and featured Glocal Citizens specifically engaged in impact-driven solutions for us by us. My guest, Dr. Ashley D. Milton was part of a duo presenting The Triangle Offensive Policy. She joins us a year later to share how her work has progressed and her consortium prepares to release the The State of the Africa Diaspora Report, a first-of-its-kind continental grounding document examining how Africa and its global diaspora connect across mobility, investment, culture, skills, governance, technology, and development systems. The report brings together policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs, creatives, and community stakeholders across Africa and the diaspora to shape a more coordinated and regenerative future. As a strategist, researcher, and systems builder working at the intersection of Africa, its global diaspora, and the future of regenerative economic development she is the Founder and Managing Director of She Grows It™ (SGI), a Pan-African consulting and investment migration advisory firm. Ashley leads work across green infrastructure, trade and industry, tourism and hospitality, diaspora engagement, governance strategy, and emerging technology systems designed to support long-term African growth and resilience. She has advised on projects ranging from IFC EDGE green building certification and sustainable development strategy to diaspora policy frameworks, investment positioning, and institutional ecosystem development. Her work consistently centers one core question: how do we build systems that allow African people, businesses, and communities to thrive across generations? Where to find Dr. Ashley? The Africa Diaspora Report On LinkedIn On Instagram What's Ashley watching? The Eyes of Ghana When Malcolm Smiled a film by Glocal Citizen Muhammida el Muhajir Other topics of interest: Africa Day Accountability and the March 2026 UN Resolution How the US justifies it's denial of the gravest crime against humanity. Kwame Nkrumah, books on Pan-Africanism About the long history of smog in Los Angeles About FAMU, a top ranked HBCU About the book, White Malice by Susan Williams Nautilus Diving - DakarSpecial Guest: Ashley D. Milton.

Think you need better systems, better marketing, or more productivity to achieve #businesssuccess?According to Will Steel, an #executivecoach, #entrepreneurcoach, #businesscoach,  the real limitation is often hidden within ourselves. This powerful episode dives deep into how #trauma, #fear, and #identity patterns impact #leadership, #delegation, #growth, and success — and how to finally #break through.Will Steel explains the Islamic and universal concept of #Fitra — the pure, authentic essence within every human being — and how reconnecting to it can radically transform leadership, relationships, and purpose, helping you become “free to lead.”Will doesn't just challenge the idea that playing prescribed roles leaves us unfulfilled; he questions whether most of us even know what #authenticity is. As a former RAF pilot who earned the Leadership Trophy and later guided leadership programs for over 60,000 people in 26 countries, Will's background is as broad as it is deep. He's spent over 21 years helping leaders see how our self-stories and secret approval-chasing keep us stuck, and his book "Free to Lead" became an #internationalbestseller for how it shakes up assumptions about #personalgrowth.Will's coaching methods have quietly influenced thousands of founders, CEOs, creatives, and more. He brings warm, practical stories and a global perspective, yet stays direct about what genuinely unlocks impact, confidence, and honesty.Learn more and connect with Will now at: http://willsteel.com/#AuthenticLeadership #TraumaHealing #HealingJourney #InnerHealing #TransformationalLeadership #SelfDiscovery #MindsetShift #EntrepreneurMindset #ConsciousLeadership #EmotionalHealing #FearHealing #AuthenticSelf #BusinessGrowth #SelfAwareness #LeadershipDevelopment #HealingTrauma #InnerPeace #SpiritualGrowth #HumanPotential #MindsetTransformation #PodcastInterview #liveyourbestlife  _____________________________________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

Think you need better systems, better marketing, or more productivity to achieve #businesssuccess?According to Will Steel, an #executivecoach, #entrepreneurcoach, #businesscoach,  the real limitation is often hidden within ourselves. This powerful episode dives deep into how #trauma, #fear, and #identity patterns impact #leadership, #delegation, #growth, and success — and how to finally #break through.Will Steel explains the Islamic and universal concept of #Fitra — the pure, authentic essence within every human being — and how reconnecting to it can radically transform leadership, relationships, and purpose, helping you become “free to lead.”Will doesn't just challenge the idea that playing prescribed roles leaves us unfulfilled; he questions whether most of us even know what #authenticity is. As a former RAF pilot who earned the Leadership Trophy and later guided leadership programs for over 60,000 people in 26 countries, Will's background is as broad as it is deep. He's spent over 21 years helping leaders see how our self-stories and secret approval-chasing keep us stuck, and his book "Free to Lead" became an #internationalbestseller for how it shakes up assumptions about #personalgrowth.Will's coaching methods have quietly influenced thousands of founders, CEOs, creatives, and more. He brings warm, practical stories and a global perspective, yet stays direct about what genuinely unlocks impact, confidence, and honesty.Learn more and connect with Will now at: http://willsteel.com/#AuthenticLeadership #TraumaHealing #HealingJourney #InnerHealing #TransformationalLeadership #SelfDiscovery #MindsetShift #EntrepreneurMindset #ConsciousLeadership #EmotionalHealing #FearHealing #AuthenticSelf #BusinessGrowth #SelfAwareness #LeadershipDevelopment #HealingTrauma #InnerPeace #SpiritualGrowth #HumanPotential #MindsetTransformation #PodcastInterview #liveyourbestlife  _____________________________________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

Watch the show on television by downloading the e360tv channel app to your Roku, LG or AmazonFireTV. You can also see it on YouTube.Impact investing is no longer just for big players—it's for everyone. In today's episode, I unveiled three transformative initiatives from The Super Crowd that are designed to bring more people into the world of purpose-driven action: the Super Crowd Impact League and SuperCrowd26 featuring PurposeBuilt100™.The Super Crowd Impact League is an innovative platform where everyday people can join a friendly competition to make an impact. Designed to be accessible, the league lets participants register for free and compete for “Champion” titles by submitting proof of their investments. Those not ready to invest yet can still contribute by engaging in thought-provoking discussions on our LinkedIn posts and newsletters, earning points along the way.“The Impact League is our way of addressing the perception that impact investing is for someone else,” Devin said. “We want everyone to feel like this is something I do.”SuperCrowd26 featuring PurposeBuilt100™, one of our most anticipated annual events, brings together entrepreneurs, investors, and changemakers for three days of collaboration, learning, and celebration. Highlighting the event is the PurposeBuilt100™, a televised showcase celebrating America's fastest-growing, mission-driven companies. Think of it as a values-driven counterpart to the Inc. 500. If you lead or work with a business demonstrating clear social impact and measurable growth, Devin encourages you to apply at purposebuilt100.com before the deadline.In addition to these initiatives, our regular webinars and live-pitch events offer educational value for entrepreneurs, investors, and changemakers alike. For instance, our upcoming SuperCrowdHour webinar with the Crowdfunding Professional Association (CfPA) will guide participants through preparing and filing Form C-AR. “It's surprisingly easy,” Devin explained. “You could save hundreds of dollars by doing it yourself.”Becoming an Impact Member at The Super Crowd is the best way to stay connected. Members gain discounted access to flagship events like SuperCrowd26, exclusive networking opportunities, and detailed due diligence reports on regulated crowdfunding offerings.These initiatives align with my vision for democratizing impact. “By breaking down barriers to involvement, we're making it easier for everyone to contribute to meaningful change.”Whether you're an investor, an entrepreneur, or just curious, there's a place for you at The Super Crowd. To join in, visit [impactleague.thesupercrowd.com] or [purposebuilt100.com] today. Don't forget to mark your calendar for SuperCrowd26—this is your chance to be part of something transformative.tl;dr:The Super Crowd Impact League allows everyone to compete in impact investing for free.SuperCrowd26 Featuring PurposeBuilt100™ highlights mission-driven, fast-growing U.S. businesses globally.Live-pitch events showcase impact-focused startups, drawing participation from professional investors and changemakers.Crowdfunding webinars, like Super Crowd Hour, teach cost-saving strategies, including preparing Form C-AR.Impact Membership offers networking, event discounts, and due diligence tools for purpose-driven investors.Support Our SponsorsOur generous sponsors make our work possible, serving impact investors, social entrepreneurs, community builders and diverse founders. Today's advertisers include SorbiForce, High Desert Gear and CARFiling.com. Learn more about advertising with us here.Max-Impact Members(We're grateful for every one of these community champions who make this work possible.)Brian Christie, Brainsy | Cameron Neil, Lend For Good | Carol Fineagan, Independent Consultant | Hiten Sonpal, RISE Robotics | John Berlet, CORE Tax Deeds, LLC. | Justin Starbird, The Aebli Group | Lory Moore, Lory Moore Law | Marcia Brinton, High Desert Gear | Mark Grimes, Networked Enterprise Development | Matthew Mead, Hempitecture | Michael Pratt, Qnetic | Mike Babbit | Coledger Solutions | Mike Green, Envirosult | Nick Degnan, Unlimit Ventures | Dr. Nicole Paulk, Siren Biotechnology | Paul Lovejoy, Stakeholder Enterprise | Pearl Wright, Global Changemaker | Scott Thorpe, Philanthropist | Sharon Samjitsingh, Health Care Originals | Add Your Name HereUpcoming SuperCrowd Event CalendarIf a location is not noted, the events below are virtual.Join the SuperCrowd Impact League! You can be recognized for making impact investments via Reg CF. See how your activity compares to your peers. It's free. Win valuable prizes. Start now!SuperCrowd Impact Member Networking Session: Impact (and, of course, Max-Impact) Members of the SuperCrowd are invited to a private networking session on June 9th at 8:00 PM ET/5:00 PM PT. Mark your calendar. We'll send private emails to Impact Members with registration details. Upgrade to Impact Membership today!The Super Crowd, Inc. and the Crowdfunding Professional Association invite founders, issuers, investors, and crowdfunding professionals to a special joint LIVE SuperCrowdHour and CfPA webinar on May 20, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern, featuring Devin Thorpe presenting “How to File Your Form C-AR Yourself for Free!” This practical educational session is designed to help Regulation Crowdfunding issuers understand the annual Form C-AR filing process, avoid common compliance mistakes, meet key deadlines, and strengthen investor trust without unnecessary legal or filing expenses. Whether you are preparing your first annual filing or managing post-raise compliance, this webinar will provide clear, actionable guidance to help you confidently handle your Form C-AR responsibilities. Register here: https://thesupercrowd.com/20may26SuperCrowd26 featuring PurposeBuilt100™: This August 25–27, founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders will gather for a three-day, broadcast-quality global experience focused on disciplined capital formation, regulated investment crowdfunding, and purpose-driven growth. We're bringing together leading voices in impact investing, compliance, digital marketing, and circular economy innovation to deliver practical frameworks, real-world case studies, and actionable strategies. The event culminates in the PurposeBuilt100™ Showcase, recognizing 100 of the fastest-growing purpose-driven companies in the U.S. Register now to secure your seat and get all the details. August 25–27, streaming worldwide.Share the application for the PurposeBuilt100™: Purpose-driven founders deserve recognition. The PurposeBuilt100™ application window is now open—celebrating the fastest-growing companies building profit with purpose. If you know a founder creating real impact and real growth, please share this opportunity. Applications are free and confidential. Explore the program and apply today: PurposeBuilt100.com.Community Event CalendarSuccessful Funding with Karl Dakin, Tuesdays at 10:00 AM ET - Click on Events.Earthstock Summit, Ojai, CA, May 29-31: The Earthstock Regenerative Summit in Ojai brings together leaders and community members for panels, workshops, films, music, and hands-on projects focused on regenerative agriculture, ecological design, resilience, health, and sustainable living.Save the Date! October 20th and 21st will be the Crowdfunding Professional Association Regulated Investment Crowdfunding Summit for 2026. This is the event of the year for everyone in the crowdfunding ecosystem.If you would like to submit an event for us to share with the 10,000+ changemakers, investors and entrepreneurs who are members of the SuperCrowd, click here.Manage the volume of emails you receive from us by clicking here.We share educational information—not investment advice. Some links may generate compensation. See our full disclosure.We use AI to help us write compelling recaps of each episode. Get full access to Superpowers for Good at www.superpowers4good.com/subscribe

What happens when housing authorities stop pushing paper and start moving people into homes faster?In this episode of ChangeMakers with Katie Goar, Shaina Fite, Public Housing Manager at Yardi, breaks down how outdated systems are slowing down affordable housing and how technology is starting to change that. Shaina shares her journey from growing up in public housing to helping distribute over $200 million in rental assistance, offering a perspective shaped by both lived experience and industry expertise.The conversation explores why paper-based systems create delays and risk, how automation speeds up housing placement, and what artificial intelligence will change in the next 12 to 24 months. You will also hear how transparency improves trust for residents and agencies, and why the demand for affordable housing continues to rise.This episode moves beyond policy and gets into the real systems behind housing access and what needs to change to serve people faster and more effectively.⏱️ Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 Intro00:13 Meet Shaina Fite01:25 How she got into affordable housing03:31 Growing up in public housing06:01 How lived experience shapes leadership10:49 What Yardi does and why it matters12:29 Why paper systems slow everything down14:49 How automation speeds up housing16:36 Transparency for residents and agencies19:13 Real-time data and decision making19:57 The role of AI in housing22:45 How AI frees up human work24:30 Why agencies resist technology26:10 The “bootcamp” of software implementation27:39 Getting teams to adopt new systems30:22 Why “we've always done it this way” is dangerous32:28 The real cost of outdated systems34:00 What Yardi does better36:17 The future of AI in housing37:41 Will AI replace jobs?39:31 The growing need for affordable housing42:18 Final thoughts

What does climbing #Everest teach about mastering your mind? Listen to this episode to find out!Martyn Williams, who has led expeditions from the #NorthPole to the #SouthPole and is now an #ExecutiveCoach, shares #practicaltools to #managestress, #regulateyournervoussystem, and perform at #yourbest —no matter the situation!Make sure you listen all the way to the end to discover the key Martin reveals about how #fear shows up in unexpected ways—and a simple technique to shift from anxiety to action in seconds. And a lot more.Connect with Martyn now at:www.enlighteningadventures.comhttp://insightsfromtheedge.wordpress.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Martyn.Williams.blisshttps://www.facebook.com/EnlighteningAdventuresYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tdejd72MJ1g#MindsetShift #PersonalGrowth #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #PeakPerformance #OvercomeFear #InnerPeace #Mindfulness #SelfMastery #SuccessMindset #HumanPotential #PositiveMindset #Resilience #GrowthMindset #LifePurpose #SelfAwareness #MentalStrength #MotivationDaily #TransformYourLife #ConsciousLiving #HighPerformance #InnerWork #PsychologyOfSuccess #FearToFreedom #liveyourbestlife _____________________________________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

What does climbing #Everest teach about mastering your mind? Listen to this episode to find out!Martyn Williams, who has led expeditions from the #NorthPole to the #SouthPole and is now an #ExecutiveCoach, shares #practicaltools to #managestress, #regulateyournervoussystem, and perform at #yourbest —no matter the situation!Make sure you listen all the way to the end to discover the key Martin reveals about how #fear shows up in unexpected ways—and a simple technique to shift from anxiety to action in seconds. And a lot more.Connect with Martyn now at:www.enlighteningadventures.comhttp://insightsfromtheedge.wordpress.comhttps://www.facebook.com/Martyn.Williams.blisshttps://www.facebook.com/EnlighteningAdventuresYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tdejd72MJ1g#MindsetShift #PersonalGrowth #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfDevelopment #EmotionalIntelligence #PeakPerformance #OvercomeFear #InnerPeace #Mindfulness #SelfMastery #SuccessMindset #HumanPotential #PositiveMindset #Resilience #GrowthMindset #LifePurpose #SelfAwareness #MentalStrength #MotivationDaily #TransformYourLife #ConsciousLiving #HighPerformance #InnerWork #PsychologyOfSuccess #FearToFreedom #liveyourbestlife _____________________________________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

Most changemakers are still relying on referrals, institutions, relationships, and word-of-mouth to grow their work.Meanwhile?Online expert personal brands are shaping culture, public opinion, trust, and buying decisions every single day.In this episode of SYNARCHY, Adina breaks down why mission-led experts can no longer afford to stay invisible online - and why personal branding today is no longer about vanity.It's infrastructure for impact.Because when changemakers stay hidden, louder voices with less integrity fill the gap.This episode kicks off a new series focused on helping mission-led entrepreneurs, advocates, educators, and experts build online brands that:command premium clientsexpand visibilityscale impact sustainablyand lead what comes nextWhy Traditional Credentials Are No Longer EnoughWe are entering a new era where:Traditional institutions are losing trustIndividuals hold more influence than organizationsMost people now learn online through creators, educators, and thought leadersExpertise without visibility often gets overlookedAdina explores why changemakers need positioning, visibility, and strategic messaging — not just credentials.The Biggest Mistakes Changemakers Make OnlineMany mission-led experts:stay hidden or underchargeresist marketing, visibility, and salesblend in instead of standing outstruggle to clearly communicate their valueAnd when messaging is unclear:audiences don't understand the transformationcontent doesn't convertopportunities get missedimpact becomes limitedBecause incredible expertise without positioning rarely scales.The Shift: Personal Branding as LeadershipOne of the biggest reframes in this episode:Personal branding is not ego — it's leadership.Adina shares how visibility, systems, and strategy became necessary to:reach more peoplegrow impact sustainablyattract aligned clients globallybuild revenue independent of institutionsWhen positioned clearly, expert brands can become movements.Key Takeaways✨ Your expertise deserves visibility.✨ Changemakers can no longer afford to stay hidden online.✨ A strong online expert brand builds trust, attracts clients, and scales impact sustainably.✨ Strategy + systems allow mission-led experts to grow without burnout.✨ The future belongs to changemakers willing to lead publicly.Follow Along for the SeriesThis episode is part of a new SYNARCHY series focused on:positioningmessagingvisibilitysalesonline business growthsustainable impactIf you're ready to clarify your positioning, strengthen your messaging, and grow your impact-driven business:

What does it really take to improve literacy outcomes? In this wrap-up to the Changemakers series, Stacy Hurst, Donell Pons, and Lindsay Kemeny explore the systems, support, instructional practices, and leadership moves behind Mississippi's widely discussed reading gains. From structured literacy and coaching to accountability and long-term implementation, this episode connects big-picture reform to practical classroom impact. Listeners will walk away with insights into how lasting literacy change happens—and what educators at every level can do to support it.Show NotesIn this episode, we discuss:The national conversation around the “Mississippi Miracle”Why literacy improvement requires systems, support, and sustained effortThe role of structured literacy and the science of readingAccountability paired with coaching and professional learningWhy implementation matters more than quick fixesClassroom-level takeaways for raising expectations and supporting readersResources MentionedThe Daily podcast episode: “The Miracle Unfolding in Mississippi Schools” (The New York Times)Reading Horizons: Literacy Talks PodcastNAEP (National Assessment of Educational Progress)The Reading League

Fluent Fiction - Hungarian: Budapest's Budget Battle: Environmental Triumph in the Parlament Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/hu/episode/2026-05-06-07-38-19-hu Story Transcript:Hu: Tavasz volt Budapesten, és a Parlament épülete ragyogott a napsütésben.En: It was spring in Budapest, and the Parlament building glistened in the sunlight.Hu: Réka, a lelkes köztisztviselő, belépett a díszes tanácsterembe.En: Réka, the enthusiastic public official, entered the ornate council chamber.Hu: A fehér falak és a faragott fa bútorok impozáns környezetet biztosítottak a költségvetési tárgyalásokhoz.En: The white walls and carved wooden furniture provided an imposing setting for the budget negotiations.Hu: Ezen a napon fontos döntések születtek.En: Important decisions were made on this day.Hu: Réka célja egyszerű volt: több forrást szeretett volna biztosítani a környezeti fenntarthatósági projekthez.En: Réka's goal was simple: she wanted to allocate more resources for the environmental sustainability project.Hu: Tudta, hogy a jövő e független kezdeményezésekben rejlik.En: She knew that the future lay in these independent initiatives.Hu: Készen állt bárkivel szembe szállni, aki megkérdőjelezi terveit.En: She was ready to confront anyone who questioned her plans.Hu: Az asztal másik végén ott ült Gábor, a magas rangú tisztviselő, aki más prioritások mellett kampányolt.En: At the other end of the table sat Gábor, the high-ranking official campaigning for other priorities.Hu: Úgy vélte, hogy az oktatás és az egészségügy sürgetőbb támogatást igényel.En: He believed that education and health care needed more urgent support.Hu: László, a harmadik tag, csöndesen hallgatta az érveket, igyekezett semleges maradni.En: László, the third member, listened quietly to the arguments, trying to remain neutral.Hu: Réka azonban felkészült volt.En: However, Réka was prepared.Hu: Az előző héten késő estig dolgozott, hogy összegyűjtse a legújabb adatokat és bizonyítékokat a projektje hasznosságáról.En: She had worked late into the night the previous week to gather the latest data and evidence on the usefulness of her project.Hu: Ma ezekkel az érvekkel fegyverkezve érkezett.En: Today, she arrived armed with these arguments.Hu: Az ülés kezdődött, és a viták hevessé váltak.En: The meeting began, and the debates heated up.Hu: Réka határozottan felállt, és meggyőző beszédet tartott.En: Réka stood up firmly and delivered a convincing speech.Hu: "Tisztelt kollégák," kezdte, "a környezeti fenntarthatóság nem csak egy projekt, hanem a jövőnk biztosítéka.En: "Honored colleagues," she began, "environmental sustainability is not just a project but the guarantee of our future."Hu: " Adatokkal és tanulmányokkal alátámasztotta állításait.En: She supported her claims with data and studies.Hu: Mindenki csendben figyelte.En: Everyone watched in silence.Hu: Gábor azonban nem engedett könnyen.En: However, Gábor did not give in easily.Hu: "Réka, bár értem a lelkesedésedet, az ország más területei is támogatást igényelnek," mondta, miközben a jegyzeteit nézte.En: "Réka, while I understand your enthusiasm, other areas of the country also need support," he said while looking at his notes.Hu: Réka nem tágított.En: Réka did not relent.Hu: Megosztotta az érintett közösségek pozitív visszajelzéseit, és rámutatott a hosszú távú előnyökre.En: She shared positive feedback from the affected communities and pointed out the long-term benefits.Hu: László közben figyelte a vitát, igyekezett minden oldalt megérteni.En: Meanwhile, László watched the debate, trying to understand all sides.Hu: A feszült légkörben teltek a percek, ám hirtelen fordulat következett.En: Minutes passed in the tense atmosphere until a sudden turn of events occurred.Hu: László végre megszólalt: "Megfontoltam az érveket.En: László finally spoke: "I have considered the arguments.Hu: Az idő a környezeti fenntarthatóságba való befektetést igazolja.En: Time justifies the investment in environmental sustainability."Hu: "A döntés megszületett.En: The decision was made.Hu: Réka javaslatát elfogadták.En: Réka's proposal was accepted.Hu: Megkönnyebbülés hullámzott végig a termen.En: A wave of relief swept through the room.Hu: Réka mosolygott.En: Réka smiled.Hu: Tudta, hogy az eddigi legbátrabb lépése gyümölcsöző volt.En: She knew that her boldest step yet had been fruitful.Hu: Ez a nap nem csak a munka sikerét hozta el számára, hanem az önbecsülésében is mély nyomot hagyott.En: This day brought not only success in her work but also left a deep mark on her self-esteem.Hu: A terem kicsivel melegebb lett, barátságosabb.En: The room became a bit warmer, more friendly.Hu: Társai elismerőn néztek rá, és Réka tudta, hogy most már mindértékelik kitartó munkáját.En: Her colleagues looked at her approvingly, and Réka knew that now they all appreciated her persistent work.Hu: Aznap este büszkén sétált ki a Parlament impozáns épületéből, készen állva a következő kihívásokra.En: That evening, she walked out of the Parlament's impressive building with pride, ready for the next challenges. 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Antoinette Lattouf not only fought and won a battle against the ABC - who unfairly dismissed her for sharing posts about the genocide in Gaza - but while she was doing that, she wrote a book about women who have fought and won across Australian history. Its called Women Who Win, and it was launched last week.In this chat we unpack what she found about what it takes to win - reflecting on her journey and that of other women. We explore the kinds of qualities and insight the help us make change.One of the great joys of this chat, and of Antoinette's book, is the vulnerability and honesty that she brings to thinking about change making. She calls on us to be bold, but never pretends that its easy. Instead, she shares some of the ways she held herself steady as she fought for the right to speak, and for a media landscape that respects difference and different ideas.To find out more and get a copy of Antonette's magnificent book "Women Who Win" - visit the Penguin Random House website (or all good bookshops) - https://www.penguin.com.au/books/women-who-win-9781761355370.You can also listen to Antoinette's podcast with Jan Fran "We used to be Journos" on ACAST here: https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/we-used-to-be-journos.You can find out more about Antonette via her website: https://antoinettelattouf.com/For more on ChangeMakers check us out:Via our Website - https://changemakerspodcast.org (where you can also sign up to our email list!)Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChangeMakersPodcast/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/changemakerspodcast/Threads: https://www.threads.com/@changemakerspodcastBlue Sky: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersall.bsky.socialFor more on the books and Amanda's writing, have a look at:Amanda's website - https://amandatattersall.com/ Conscious Tribes: thinking differently about making a difference - here and via Hardie GrantPeople Power in Cities - here and via Oxford Uni PressOn Substack - https://substack.com/@amandatattersallOn Medium - https://amandatatts.medium.com/And - her much earlier book about coalition building - Power in Coalition and via Cornell Uni PressAmanda is on Socials here:On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandatattersall/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amanda.tattersallBlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/amandatattersall.bsky.socialThreads: https://www.threads.com/@amandatattersallTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@amanda.tattersall Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Recorded live at SocialNext: Ottawa 2026, Anouk Bertner, Executive Director of Future of Good, sits down to explore what it really means to tell stories that matter and why the nonprofit and social impact sector deserves better media coverage than it gets.Future of Good is Canada's only media publication dedicated exclusively to the social impact space, covering the sector through written journalism, live journalism, and data products including their Changemaker Wellbeing Index, a national survey of 1,100 Canadians tracking how people working in social impact are really doing.Anouk breaks down the three types of media content nonprofits should understand, how to craft a pitch that gets a journalist to call you back, why coalition building matters more than individual asks to government, and what media literacy looks like in an age of AI slop and news avoidance.Because if changemakers don't tell their own stories, someone else will. Or no one will.Thanks to our Editors, Producers, and Guest Host from Phantom Productions and WebMarketers.This episode was recorded live at the Ottawa Conference and Events Centre during SocialNext: Ottawa 2026, Canada's leading conference dedicated to nonprofit and public sector marketers.

What if the problem isn't you—but the way you've been taught to “fix” yourself? Listen to this powerful episode with Alfredo Borodowski, consultant and #author of the book "The Human Upgrade: The New Resilient Leadership for Peak Performance in the AI Revolution". In a world where AI can do almost anything, what makes YOU valuable? Alfredo shares why your humanity—your strengths, creativity, and resilience—is your greatest competitive advantage.Alfredo breaks down the science of #positivepsychology and reveals how shifting from fixing weaknesses to nurturing #strengths can completely #transformyourlife, career, and happiness.Alfredo dives into the concept of “strength blindness” and shows how unlocking your top 5 #characterstrengths can 10x your growth, confidence, and success.Note: Control, pressure, and criticism might get short-term results—but they destroy long-term growth. This episode explores how shifting to #StrengthsBased motivation leads to #betterperformance and deeper fulfillment... with fun and ease.Learn more and connect with Alfredo at: positiveab.com PLUS: Text the word “positive” at  33777 to receive a free guide from Alfredo that will help you discover your character strengths and how to use them!#strengthsbasedleadership #peakperformance #liveyourbestlife #SelfGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #MindsetShift #HumanPotential  #SuccessMindset #EmotionalIntelligence #GrowthMindset #Resilience #SelfAwareness #HappinessScience #MotivationDaily #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceWellbeing #AIandHumanity #FutureOfWork #ConfidenceBuilding #LifePurpose #MentalWellness #HighPerformance #EntrepreneurMindset #SelfImprovement #mindsetmatters _____________________________________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

What if the problem isn't you—but the way you've been taught to “fix” yourself? Listen to this powerful episode with Alfredo Borodowski, consultant and #author of the book "The Human Upgrade: The New Resilient Leadership for Peak Performance in the AI Revolution". In a world where AI can do almost anything, what makes YOU valuable? Alfredo shares why your humanity—your strengths, creativity, and resilience—is your greatest competitive advantage.Alfredo breaks down the science of #positivepsychology and reveals how shifting from fixing weaknesses to nurturing #strengths can completely #transformyourlife, career, and happiness.Alfredo dives into the concept of “strength blindness” and shows how unlocking your top 5 #characterstrengths can 10x your growth, confidence, and success.Note: Control, pressure, and criticism might get short-term results—but they destroy long-term growth. This episode explores how shifting to #StrengthsBased motivation leads to #betterperformance and deeper fulfillment... with fun and ease.Learn more and connect with Alfredo at: positiveab.com PLUS: Text the word “positive” at  33777 to receive a free guide from Alfredo that will help you discover your character strengths and how to use them!#strengthsbasedleadership #peakperformance #liveyourbestlife #SelfGrowth #PersonalDevelopment #MindsetShift #HumanPotential  #SuccessMindset #EmotionalIntelligence #GrowthMindset #Resilience #SelfAwareness #HappinessScience #MotivationDaily #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceWellbeing #AIandHumanity #FutureOfWork #ConfidenceBuilding #LifePurpose #MentalWellness #HighPerformance #EntrepreneurMindset #SelfImprovement #mindsetmatters _____________________________________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

America doesn't have a housing construction problem. It has a rules problem.In this episode of ChangeMakers with Katie Goar, Jared Jones, co-founder of Middle Housing Partners, breaks down how microfill housing, ADUs, duplexes, and small multi-unit developments are reshaping affordability.Jared explains why millions of homes are missing from the market, how outdated zoning laws slowed growth for decades, and how new legislation is opening the door for everyday developers to build again.You'll hear why nurses, teachers, and working families are priced out of their own communities, and how small-scale housing projects are bringing them back.If you care about housing, policy, or the future of your community, this conversation lays out a clear path forward.00:00 Intro00:13 Meet Jared Jones and Middle Housing Partners01:10 From mortgage industry to housing developer02:32 What is microfill housing?03:51 How new laws changed development06:36 Why zoning reform matters09:30 How neighborhoods react to new housing12:25 The real scale of the housing shortage14:18 Why building takes too long16:12 Why Wall Street dominates housing18:40 SB9 and new housing laws explained21:44 Why current solutions aren't enough23:07 The “starter home” solution25:40 Workforce housing crisis explained26:38 Why nurses can't afford homes31:02 Real community impact of housing shortages34:50 The Middle Housing Revolution book37:10 Fixing the broken system41:21 What's next: scaling the solution

Want a practical framework for success? Army veteran, college dropout turned professor, author, CEO—Shawn's journey proves you can reinvent yourself at any stage. This episode is a masterclass in resilience, grit, and rising stronger every time.Shawn breaks down his 5M formula and shows how mastering these pillars can transform your life, career, and impact.He shows how struggles you're facing right now aren't random—they're preparing you. Discover how to reframe obstacles as training for your next level and build unstoppable resilience.And So Much More!ABOUT SHAWN:Growing up in Brooklyn without a father and overcoming enormous personal and professional challenges, Shaun Murphy, Mister Motivation, has become a motivational powerhouse. He's a U.S. Army veteran and an educator who rose to national prominence with Teach for America, even catching the attention of CBS Evening News and receiving a Michelle Obama Service Award.Shaun's presentations are legendary for their dynamic energy, blending hip-hop cadences with heartfelt truths that move audiences from tears to laughter. His upcoming book, "Unbreakable Valor: Triumph Through the Soul of Resilience," encapsulates his life philosophy.Learn even more and connect with Shaun at: https://mister-motivation.com/#PersonalGrowth #SelfLove #Motivation #MindsetShift #SuccessMindset #FailureToSuccess #Resilience #SelfImprovement #EntrepreneurMindset #GrowthMindset #LifePurpose #InspirationDaily #MotivationalSpeaker #InnerWork #ConfidenceBoost #Empowerment #MentalStrength #SuccessTips #PositiveMindset #SelfMastery #DreamBig #LifeLessons  #SpiritualAwakening #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