Podcasts about community action

6/6/26, Co-Host Josh Silver Political Gold with Josh Silver: the polls and the pols. ArtBeat with Donnabelle Casis, Madison Palffy & Rick Myers: the new Caesura Unit Art Gallery in Easthampton and the exhibit “Bad Time.” Community Action Pioneer Valley's Lev Ben Ezra, Kara Peters, & Jodi McGahn: funding childcare, medical attention and wrap-around services for our children. Astronomer Salman Hameed: the White House on aliens. Max Page: last night's U.S. Senate's all-nighter and why the MTA is endorsing Ed Markey for re-election.

In this episode, we will discuss upcoming events for the month of June and have a conversation about the Community Action Team (CAT). Leading this discussion are Col. Richard Switzer, 130th Airlift Wing Commander; 130th AW Command Chief Jeff King; and special guest, Mrs. Jessica Deffendall, Chairman of the Community Action Team (CAT). We'd love to hear from you! If you have ideas for future episodes, send them to us at 130.aw.public.affairs@us.af.mil. You can also visit our website at www.130aw.ang.af.mil and connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube.

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Northern Alberta's moose are struggling, and the reasons aren't as simple as you think. Bob Heyde joins us to unpack the data, the cultural context, and the community led efforts reshaping moose conservation. Learn how Indigenous partners, outfitters, and grassroots campaigns are protecting vulnerable cows and calves and why shifting harvest practices could change everything. If you care about wildlife, this episode shows how local action can drive real recovery. Brought to by The Alberta Professional Outfitters Society Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Mike Brown hosts this JEMS Podcast Save a Life Day special during EMS Week 2026, joined by Chief Rom Duckworth and Dr. Shira Schlesinger. We celebrate EMS professionals and focus on two lifesaving interventions: bystander CPR and bleeding control. Topics include barriers to community CPR, Sidewalk CPR Week and practical, low-cost ways to increase engagement. They discuss Stop the Bleed realities: tourniquet over application concerns, the need for tourniquet correction and conversion by trained prehospital clinicians, and strategies to co locate tourniquets with AEDs.

Bob talks to Brett Sobieraski about Community Action of Orleans and Genesee, Bob talks about the Long Island Railroad strike, and the USS Gerald Ford returning to port.

Community Council of South Central Texas (CCSCT) Community Services Coordinator Nina Ruiz (back l-r) and Board Chair Betty Hernandez hold a proclamation May 11 as the Wilson County Commissioners Court (front) proclaims May as Community Action Month and declare CCSCT as a Community Action Agency. The nonprofit organization helps to empower families and individuals in need through community partnerships and programs. To learn more, visit ccsct.org. Article Link

We built this city on rock n roll! And cheap oil. And it's currently running out… so what happens now? This week I chat with Nathan Surendran to get a foothold on the fossil fuel crisis (which is the Everything Crisis) and how we can keep our balance, together. Nathan is a systems thinker, recovering engineer, energy and security analyst, policy advisor, author of the Energy and Resilience substack and chair of the Wise Response society. He is also seriously kind, and provides so much practical, empowering advice in this convo, including:Moving far far away from civilisationThe unsustainability of citiesNeurodivergence leading to deep researchThe Energy Elephant in the room: WHAT AREN'T WE SEEINGWhy oil (diesel) is the lifeblood of industrial societyDrawing down ancient sunlight 1 million times faster than it's being rechargedEvery calorie of food takes 10 calories of fossil fuels, oofThe Iran WarWhy we can't just switch to renewablesRight relationship with renewablesWhat are baseline standards of living?Household appliance heroes for the energy descentWhat is Energy Blindness?Emotionally processing peak oilOne barrel of oil = 5 years of human labour (!)Are we being gaslit about the situation in the strait?The industrial system schools us to comply, not thinkWhy the rich aren't as protected as they might thinkLess affluent people are ahead of the gameWhat is mutual aid?Un-pathologising co-dependenceMaori concepts of community careWhy we need danger from a mental health perspective

[DONATE TO NMCAA] In this episode of The Collective Us, hosts Ryan Buck and Erica Austin celebrate Community Action Month and explore the many ways impacts communities across Northern Michigan. The conversation highlights stories of perseverance, collaboration, volunteerism, and the collective effort required to support individuals and families working toward greater stability and independence. The episode begins with a recap of the annual Moomer's for Meals fundraiser benefiting Meals on Wheels and Older Americans Month. Ryan and Erica thank sponsors, supporters, and community partners who help ensure seniors throughout the region continue receiving nutritious meals, connection, and support that allow them to age independently in their homes. Listeners then hear from Kerry Baughman, Executive Director of , and Tish Stave, Housing & Energy Efficiency Director, about the meaning and mission behind Community Action Month. Kerry reflects on the 60-year history of Community Action and shares a snapshot of NMCAA's impact in March 2026 alone, including:1,487 food boxes deliveredNearly 4,500 volunteer hours completed1,400 tax returns preparedMore than 1,000 families served through early childhood educationHousing, financial stability, and senior nutrition services provided across the regionEmployment opportunities and support for local businesses and contractors Tish discusses how NMCAA's work extends beyond individual assistance to strengthening entire communities through partnerships, housing rehabilitation, weatherization, energy efficiency projects, and economic investment. She also shares stories connected to the agency's Community Impact Award received through the “My Hope” program, which helped families make critical home repairs and improve safety, dignity, and comfort in their homes. The hosts also discuss how Community Action agencies across the country align around the “Community Action Promise,” a shared mission focused on reducing poverty, strengthening communities, and helping people achieve self-sufficiency. Kerry explains the importance of leadership development through the Certified Community Action Professional (CAP) program and encourages staff and future leaders to pursue opportunities for continued learning and advocacy. Additional segments celebrate employee milestones, staff kudos, and volunteer recognition leading up to Michigan Community Action Legislative Day in Lansing. The episode highlights powerful stories from individuals whose lives were changed through NMCAA services, including Larry, a former homeless client who became a homeowner through Community Action support, and Chuck Corwin, a dedicated volunteer and board member recognized for his service to Northern Michigan communities. The episode closes with reminders about Early Head Start enrollment, Meals on Wheels donations, and a fun discussion about this year's “Big Scoop” ice cream collaboration, before Ryan and Erica reflect on the importance of gratitude, partnership, and community connection in the work NMCAA does every day.

Today I am excited to talk with three members of Youth United for Community Action, an organization based in East Palo Alto that has been fighting for community empowerment since 1994, when a small group of young people of color active in their communities came together to form YUCA—“a grassroots community organization created, led, and run by young people of color, the majority from low-income communities. It “provides a safe space for young people to empower[themselves] and work on environmental and social justice issues to establish positive systemic change through grassroots community organizing.”We talk about how YUCA chooses its causes, the way it interacts with the community, and the most pressing issues it is addressing today. We hear inspiring stories about how YUCA workers interact with people in the community in big and small ways, and how this work is giving them the political education needed for meaningful change. Larissa Perez is a junior in high school. She has lived in East Palo Alto for the majority of her life and is passionate about being able to help others and give back to her community. Through her involvement with YUCA, she has deepened her understanding of East Palo Alto's rich history while also developing the skills to become a strong leader and advocate for justice. Estefani Ruiz first joined Youth United for Community Action in August of 2022 and has climbed the pipeline ever since. She first started off as a core member and now finds herself in a Youth Organizer role. Estefani is extremely passionate about giving back to her community and learning new things. This is where her interest in housing and social justice issues first started. She has participated in outreach, community events, and city meetings. She hopes to continue this work as she moves into the next stage of her life by making connections of her prior knowledge to the new area she will find herself in this upcoming academic year.Filiberto “Fili” Zaragoza is one of the campaign organizers and Co-program director at Youth United for Community Action (YUCA) in East Palo Alto, where he grew up. Since joining YUCA in 2019 as a sophomore in high school and moving into a staff position in 2023, he's developed organizing skills while fighting for his community. Fili draws his passion for advocacy from witnessing social injustices in East Palo Alto and across the Bay Area. He plans to continue his education while building his career in community organizing. 

Welcome to the second interview in our special mini series, Eco-Justice and Climate Action. Today our guest, Céleste Pepin, graduate of the Gender and Social Justice Studies Honours program at McGill University, joins Blane and Joe, to share their work: “Politics of Resilience-Building: Explorations of Community-Based Interventions in Trinidad and Tobago”. An inspiring researcher, Queen Elizabeth Scholar (2023) and student, Celeste shares their insights from working and living in a new environment, the impact of research “trends” like resilience on project planning, and the intersections of action research and feminist methodologies. Join us for an exciting conversation traversing the many aspects of action research and beyond.Céleste first shares how the opportunity to engage in action research came to be during their undergraduate degree, as well as the project beginnings [01:00]. This led to exploring the preparation and challenges of working in an unfamiliar environment [6:57], along with the tensions they encountered between international agency funding and local realities on the ground in Trinidad and Tobago [10:11]. Céleste also reflects on the role of the university and how institutional context shapes the way research is designed and conducted [17:16]. Together, we explore the surprising parallels between climate resiliency efforts in Montreal and Trinidad and Tobago [20:53], leading to a rich discussion about the responsibility of the Global North to learn climate adaptation strategies from the Global South [24:00]. This connects to a broader conversation about the links between feminist popular education and action research as complementary frameworks [26:31], before closing with key takeaways and lessons Céleste is carrying forward [29:41].Thank you Celeste for sharing your time and work with us.Thank you to our listeners for tuning in to this episode of the Action Research Podcast, created by Adam Stieglitz, Joe Levitan, Shikha Diwakar, Cory Legassic, and Vanessa Gold. Produced by Shikha Diwakar and Vanja Lugonjic. Subscribe to our podcast on most major podcast distribution platforms, including Spotify and Apple Podcasts.How have you found yourself in the world of action research? Want to be interviewed or share one of your projects? Get in touch with us. Biography:Céleste Pepin is a graduating Gender and Social Justice Studies Honours student at McGill University. Their research focuses on the use of feminist imperial foreign policies within international armed conflicts and uses decolonial feminist perspectives to analyze the gendered dynamics of war and the legitimization strategies employed by Western states during military interventions in the Global South. By foregrounding decolonial feminist perspectives, they challenge conventional narratives and highlight the complexities of power relations in contemporary geopolitics.Resources: Environmental Organizations in Trinidad and TobagoGreen T&T: an NGO working in ecotourismCANARI: Ensuring that people whose livelihoods depend on the environment have a say in its protection and managementFondes Amandes, reforestation projectERIC, community-based approach to reef management and protection --This episode is part of our Eco-justice and Climate Action Series. Authors from journal articles in a Special Issue of the Canadian Journal for Action Research hop behind the mic and share the inspirations, process, and findings from their projects. Join Joe Levitan, Shikha Diwakar and special guest host Blane Harvey, as they interview an inspiring group of researchers, educators, organizers, and more, navigating the process of action research.

5/1/26: Fishwrap: Hampshire closing, Celts losing. Community Action Pioneer Valley's Lev Ben Ezra & Skylah Colon: food insecurity here & the Healthy Family Home Visitors Program. Astronomer & Hampshire Prof Salman Hameed: the Trump Administration v Science & Save Hampshire—at least its ideals. ArtBeat w/Donnabelle Casis & MHC prof Ligia Bouton: ‘The Remnant and the Echo.”

Curator Alyssa Velazquez grew up with theater as her first form of community—a foundation that continues to shape her curatorial work. Her current exhibition at Center for Craft, Craft-itarianism: Community Action Through Craft, explores how craft can add joy, distribute resources, and foster community among at-risk and marginalized people. Velazquez brings a unique interdisciplinary approach to her curatorial practice at Carnegie Museum of Art, pulling from past work in art preservation, acting, and scenic design. Alyssa teaches us that the act of making can form resource generation within communities that need life-affirming support, and that craft methodologies—from job training to art therapy to social enterprise—can be applied to create meaningful social change.Images and more from Alyssa Velazquez on our website!Special thanks to our sponsor! Wix Studio is a platform built for all web creators to design, develop, and manage exceptional web projects at scale.Clever is hosted & produced by Amy Devers, with editing by Mark Zurawinski, production assistance from Ilana Nevins and Anouchka Stephan, and music by El Ten Eleven.SUBSCRIBE - listen to Clever on any podcast app!SIGN UP - for our Substack for news, bonus content, new episode alertsVISIT - cleverpodcast.com for transcripts, images, and 200+ more episodesSAY HI! - on Instagram & LinkedIn @cleverpodcast @amydeversSpecial thanks to our sponsors!Wix Studio is a platform built for all web creators to design, develop, and manage exceptional web projects at scale.Sourhouse NYC - extremely delicious, chef-driven sour candy made from peak-season, single-origin fruit. Text SOUR to (718) 587-0143 or go to sourhousenyc.com to get on the list! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this interview, Dr.SHIVA Ayyadurai, MIT PhD, Inventor of Email, Scientist, Engineer and Candidate for President, Talks about Truth Freedom Health®, the Infrastructure for Revolution. Theory, Community, Action.

Today marks the 1-year anniversary since the in-custody death of Charles Faggart, and questions remain unanswered regarding how and why he came to fatal injuries in JSO custody. Jalicia Lewis of Jacksonville Community Action Committee joins JMN to share concerns about the investigation, and to promote a memorial rally for Faggart happening tonight. Visit JAXTAKESACTION.ORG to learn more about the organization and their events.

Play Among the Stars 4/3/26: MTA Pres Max Page: school funding & tax cutting. Community Action Pioneer Valley's Lev Ben Ezra (Ex Dir) & Frances Hall (Dir, Community Services): WIC prospers. Astronomer Salman Hameed: going to the moon, Mars & war. Silver on Iran & November. Donnabelle Casis' ArtBeat w/ Northampton Playwright Lab's Harley Erdman & Talya Kingston.

Applicants from Districts 2 and 4 can join Clark County's Community Action Advisory Board, which guides funding for basic needs, housing, and self-sufficiency programs. The county encourages applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-seeks-applicants-for-two-positions-on-community-action-advisory-board/ #ClarkCounty #CommunityAction #LocalGovernment #Housing #Volunteer #Diversity #BoardService #CommunityNews #CivicEngagement

Clark County is recruiting a low-income representative for the Community Action Advisory Board. This volunteer panel makes funding recommendations for vital programs supporting low-income residents. Residents of District 4 are encouraged to apply, especially those from diverse backgrounds. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-seeks-applicants-for-community-action-advisory-board-15/ #ClarkCounty #CommunityAction #Housing #Diversity #LocalGovernment #VancouverWA #Inclusion #PublicService #Volunteer #BoardOpportunity

Our guests are Jacqui Dunn and Lauren Ball from the One Planet Festival, and Tonie Field from the Degrowth Festival.

Community Action for Veterans (CAV) Executive Director Jill Baker says the biggest request her organization gets is support for military families. We hear an update on CAV and its work with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.

Explosive Content 3/6/26: MTA Pres Max Page: AP scores --we're no.1!, rural school $, the Bright Act & the tax cut referendum. Community Action Pioneer Valley's Ex Dir Lev BenEzra & Bd Pres Charity Day: Help—an emergency need for fuel assistance funds & the lived experience. Hampshire Coll Prof & astronomer Salman Hameed: the Iran War & other Black Holes. Donnabelle Casis w/ Heart for the Soul Gallery Ex Dir Sierra Meyers: the Inhairitance Exhibit.

Inside Voices Community Conversations: How Christian Community Action & Hope For New Haven Support Families by WNHH Community Radio

Alaska Community Action on Tox v. USEPA

Kaliris speaks to District 3 parents from PS 191, Community Action and Center School about utilization proposals and more.

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

Families in rural areas of New York say it is increasingly difficult to find child care. According to a report from the Children's Agenda, seven rural counties in Western New York shows can be characterized as child care deserts, where there are more than three children under the age of five per licensed child care slot for children in that age group. Structural and funding issues are contributing to the challenges, and providers point to low child care educator pay as a critical factor in the availability of reliable care. So what can be done? Our guests discuss it: Pete Nabozny, director of policy for The Children's Agenda Rachel Bonsignore, executive director of Liftoff Western New York Kathleen Valley, executive board member for Praising Kids Child Care Center in Medina  Taryn Moyle, child care resource center program manager for Community Action of Orleans and Genesee, Inc. Lindsey Dailey, parent ---Connections is supported by listeners like you. Head to our donation page to become a WXXI member today, support the show, and help us close the gap created by the rescission of federal funding.---Connections airs every weekday from noon-2 p.m. Join the conversation with questions or comments by phone at 1-844-295-TALK (8255) or 585-263-9994, email, Facebook or Twitter. Connections is also livestreamed on the WXXI News YouTube channel each day. You can watch live or access previous episodes here.---Do you have a story that needs to be shared? Pitch your story to Connections.

Clark County is accepting applications to fill a low-income representative position from the fourth district on the Community Action Advisory Board, a 15-member volunteer board that makes recommendations on funding for basic needs, self-sufficiency, and housing programs; the three-year term runs through Dec. 31, 2028, and applications are due March 13. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/county-seeks-applicants-for-community-action-advisory-board-14/ #ClarkCounty #CommunityActionAdvisoryBoard #VancouverWA #LocalGovernment #HousingPrograms #BasicNeeds #VolunteerBoard

Corruption is often discussed in relation to politics and big business, but for many South Africans it plays out in far more everyday moments, particularly on the roads and in routine interactions with law enforcement, where small acts of bribery can quietly become normalised. Feizel Mamdoo speaks to John Maytham about his new Johannesburg-based anti-corruption initiative that aims to challenge this culture from the ground up. The former anti-apartheid activist, film maker, and communications expert has launched the “I Don’t Bribe” campaign, encouraging motorists to take a visible stand against bribery and to commit to responsible, law-abiding behaviour. Built with in-kind support from a designer and donations from members of the public, the campaign includes a windscreen decal carrying a clear message to both motorists and officials, while also promoting road safety by discouraging drivers from using bribes to avoid accountability for traffic offences that could endanger lives. Presenter John Maytham is an actor and author-turned-talk radio veteran and seasoned journalist. His show serves a round-up of local and international news coupled with the latest in business, sport, traffic and weather. The host’s eclectic interests mean the program often surprises the audience with intriguing book reviews and inspiring interviews profiling artists. A daily highlight is Rapid Fire, just after 5:30pm. CapeTalk fans call in, to stump the presenter with their general knowledge questions. Another firm favourite is the humorous Thursday crossing with award-winning journalist Rebecca Davis, called “Plan B”. Thank you for listening to a podcast from Afternoon Drive with John Maytham Listen live on Primedia+ weekdays from 15:00 and 18:00 (SA Time) to Afternoon Drive with John Maytham broadcast on CapeTalk https://buff.ly/NnFM3Nk For more from the show go to https://buff.ly/BSFy4Cn or find all the catch-up podcasts here https://buff.ly/n8nWt4x Subscribe to the CapeTalk Daily and Weekly Newsletters https://buff.ly/sbvVZD5 Follow us on social media: CapeTalk on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@capetalk CapeTalk on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ CapeTalk on X: https://x.com/CapeTalk CapeTalk on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@CapeTalk567 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2/6/26: Your State U Max/Page-Carolyn Chou, head of Homes for All, rent control & Jamie Hartmann-Boyce on exploding health care cost Lev BenEzra-Community Action—Peter Wingate, Director of Energy & Weatherization Programs: It's Freezing Salman Hameed—Mr. Universe— Science, Kids, Learning & A Galaxy Far, Far Away Art Beat with Donnabelle Casis—Elizabeth Stone, ZRzosalyn Driscoll, Tori Lawrence, Light Being—darkness & LIGHT.

Teagan Vaughn is a Fundraising Officer at St. Paul’s Youth Forum in Glasgow, Scotland and a 2025 Time to Shine Leader with The Rank Foundation.  Teagan specialises in fundraising strategy, social media management, and welfare consultancy. Her work focuses on alleviating poverty and strengthening community resilience through initiatives that promote wellbeing and healthy living. She … Season 9 Ep. 16: Teagan Vaughn, Fundraising Officer at St. Paul’s Youth Forum- Breaking the Cycle of Poverty Through Community Action Read More »

At least half a dozen Christchurch bottle stores have banned the sale of Nitro Vodka in an effort to get or renew their liquor licences. The shops have agreed to... or even suggested the condition during their applications to the District Licensing Committee in the past three years. It prompted the owner of Nitro, to take legal action, claiming the alcohol and energy drink combined, is being unfairly targeted. Paul McMahon of Community Action on Youth and Drugs Otautahi has championed the case against Nitro and spoke to Lisa Owen.

Alaska Community Action on Toxics v. FDA

On this week's show, we bring you more highlights from the 2026 Kentucky Conservation Committee's Legislative Summit that was held online on Sunday afternoon, January 25th. You can learn more about it and find links to all the great materials referenced at https://kyconservation.org/legislative-summit-2026 The Summit includes a review of conservation legislation and trainings on key conservation and environmental issues in Kentucky to provide you with all the necessary advocacy tools you need during the 2026 Kentucky General Assembly and beyond. These sessions included a broad look at the anticipated topics of the 2026 General Assembly, related federal legislative issues, basic training on ways for citizens to engage as a “citizen lobbyist”, plus tips on how to be more effective with your legislative advocacy in a virtual world or in person. On today's show, we take a deep dive into two environmental issues that have been very threatening to communities throughout the Commonwealth, but particularly in Appalachia: flooding and the construction of hyperscale data centers. After a brief welcome from KCC Director, Lane Boldman, you'll hear from Brian Storz, the Licking River Basin Coordinator at the Kentucky Division of Water on nature-based solutions for stormwater mitigation. After that, we switch gears to hear from Max Moran and Janet Garrison, two citizen activists with the “We are Mason County” Citizen's Group who have been mobilizing at a grassroots level to resist the steamrolling of data center developers over the health and wellbeing of their neighbors. Explore these great resources: View Brian Storz's Presentation Slides on Green Sink Stormwater Mitigation at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1T6z9gwKJ4nkpc8qrkpvPuDwhdpX28FJn/view?usp=sharing Nature's Solutions for Stormwater Management: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/0/folders/13muZspC-g1HgtXP9LDfIQSoQjZMzVA4J Building a Flood Resilient Kentucky: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1HHpbDgj8B8X508C5ThrROLjv-RWbUge3/view?usp=sharing VIDEO of the presentation on data centers is at https://vimeo.com/1158645052 Presentation Slides: Data Centers and Community Action: https://drive.google.com/file/d/13OOBpwSNoJe47y9UFuFhrPL1yZVEv1Y-/view?usp=sharing KCC webpage on data centers: https://kyconservation.org/data KCC one-pager on data centers: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1KrXAucfipI5QRLDoqA9XqNYqOx85vphG/view?usp=sharing On Truth to Power each week, we gather people from around the community to discuss the state of the world, the nation, the state, and the city! It's a community conversation like you won't hear anywhere else! Truth to Power airs every Friday at 9pm, Saturday at 11am, and Sunday at 4pm on Louisville's grassroots, community radio station, Forward Radio 106.5fm WFMP and live streams at https://www.forwardradio.org

Michigan Community Action is the state association for the 27 designated Community Action Agencies in Michigan. They are also part of a national network of over 1,000 local organizations that help people move from poverty to economic stability and self-sufficiency. Joining Chris to discuss more programming information and the impact on Michigan is the Community Action Executive Director, Brian McGrain!

Don't get to the end of this year wishing you had taken action to change your business and your life.Click here to schedule a free discovery call for your business: https://geni.us/IFORABEDon't miss an upcoming event with The Institute: https://geni.us/InstituteEvents2026Shop-Ware gives you the tools to provide your shop with everything needed to become optimally profitable.Click here to schedule a free demo: https://info.shop-ware.com/profitabilityTransform your shop's marketing with the best in the automotive industry, Shop Marketing Pros!Get a free audit of your shop's current marketing by clicking here: https://geni.us/ShopMarketingProsShop owners, are you ready to simplify your business operations? Meet 360 Payments, your one-stop solution for effortless payment processing.Imagine this—no more juggling receipts, staplers, or endless paperwork. With 360 Payments, you get everything integrated into a single, sleek digital platform.Simplify payments. Streamline operations. Check out 360payments.com today!In this episode, Lucas and David are joined by John Presnell, a shop owner from North Carolina, who shares his journey in taking over the family business. John discusses overcoming personal and professional resentments as he transitioned from working under his parents to owning the shop. Key topics include the challenges of shop growth and efficiency, strategies for training and developing a younger team, and the importance of personal growth through forgiveness and mentorship.00:00 "Florida Drivers in Mountains"04:44 "Slow, Stressful 27-Mile Drive"08:23 Frustration Over Van Repairs12:17 "Engine Coolant Leak Fail"13:43 Flatlands Pickup Talk19:18 "Overcoming Negativity and Growing"21:26 "Parables as Framework for Success"24:34 "Career Choices and Challenges"28:52 "Family Dynamics and Influence"33:02 "Accident Leads to Lasting Injury"34:52 "From Porta Potty to Upgraded Space"39:05 "Reflections on Growth and Work"42:51 "Start at the Beginning"44:59 "Keeping Business Decisions Private"48:35 "Community Action and Attendance"50:15 "Over a Barrel Moment"55:24 "Sense Trade-off in Marriage"56:09 "Affirmative Response"

Can faith sustain courage and openness in a polarized democracy? Former Ohio governor and presidential candidate John Kasich reflects on faith, fear, character, and public life amid deep political polarization and religious tension in America.“There is a certain comfort in knowing you have somebody who's always in your corner.”In this conversation with Evan Rosa, Kasich reflects on personal faith shaped by tragedy, the search for purpose, and why character matters more than ideology in leadership. Together they discuss religious faith in American life, his experience running in the 2016 Republican presidential primaries, voting on character over beliefs, firm political commitments, open-minded perspective taking, his vision of a life worth living, and before the end of this conversation, you'll find out his favorite Metallica song.Episode Highlights“There is a certain comfort in knowing you have somebody who's always in your corner.”“You can be firm while at the same time looking at a point of view of somebody who's diametrically opposed to you.”“I look for character. I don't look for what somebody thinks about the Book of Revelation.”“Faith informs the way I think about things, but it doesn't spell out what I'm going to do.”“If you begin to work together to solve a problem locally, it can actually create friendship.”About John KasichJohn Kasich is a former U.S. congressman, two-term governor of Ohio, and presidential candidate with more than four decades of experience in public service, media, and civic leadership. First elected to the Ohio State Senate at age 26, he later served 18 years in the U.S. House of Representatives before becoming governor in 2011. Kasich has authored six books exploring politics, faith, leadership, and civic responsibility, including his most recent, Heaven Help Us: How Faith Communities Inspire Hope, Strengthen Neighborhoods, and Build the Future. He is known for emphasizing character, dignity, and community-based solutions over ideological rigidity. Kasich frequently speaks on leadership, faith in public life, and democratic renewal, and continues to engage across political and cultural divides in pursuit of common purpose. Learn more and follow at https://johnkasich.com and https://twitter.com/JohnKasichShow NotesGrowing up Catholic, altar service, early religious formationTragedy in 1987, parents killed by drunk driver“Where do you stand vis-à-vis your eternal destiny?”Faith as ongoing window of questioning, not certaintyGod's existence, care, and personal relationship“Faith itself is a gift. God has to act first.”Fear, loss, and the backstop of divine presence“You've got the most powerful being in all of history kind of got your back.”Faith shared as gift, not coercion or argumentVoting based on character, not doctrinal alignmentScripture informing decisions, not dictating policyRespect for the poor as moral baselineChristian nationalism and the question of objective truthPolitics and faith distinct, neither hostile nor coerciveSingles win games, local action over grand crusadesFaith communities as clubhouses for moral actionWorking locally dissolves partisan hostilityLife worth living as purpose, gifts, and contributionCharacter, integrity, and not taking advantage of othersFreedom from fear, boxes, and rigid identitiesKindness versus niceness as moral distinctionOpen-mindedness as antidote to boredom and fearCampaigning as test of endurance, character, and empathy“People wanted to know who you were more than your ideas.”Pursuing convictions while staying rooted in faith communitiesProduction NotesThis podcast featured John KasichEdited and Produced by Evan RosaHosted by Evan RosaProduction Assistance by Noah SenthilA Production of the Yale Center for Faith & Culture at Yale Divinity School https://faith.yale.edu/aboutSupport For the Life of the World podcast by giving to the Yale Center for Faith & Culture: https://faith.yale.edu/give#FaithAndPolitics#CharacterMatters#PublicFaith#CivicLife#CommonGood#JohnKasich

1/9/26: MTA Pres Max Page: strong unions, Social Security & the state budget. Community Action Pioneer Valley's Lev Ben Ezra & Jess Thompson: the working poor & Volunteer Income Tax Assistance. Astronomer Salman Hameed: space station troubles, aliens & galaxies w/o stars. Donnabelle Casis w/ Hannah & Anneke Corbett: “Stitchin' Kin.”

In this episode, Forrest Inslee reflects on the past and future of the Earthkeepers podcast, sharing personal experiences and new initiatives aimed at fostering community and addressing urgent environmental challenges. He introduces a new podcast series, Edgewalkers, and emphasizes the importance of asking difficult questions about ecological issues and the role of individuals in creating change.Earthkeepers websiteReach out to Forrest at forrest.inslee@circlewood.onlineTakeawaysForrest shares his personal journey and reflections on the podcast.The importance of community in environmental efforts is emphasized.New initiatives will be launched to foster learning and connection.The Edgewalkers podcast will explore faith and relevance in modern times.Forrest plans to share a bit about his personal ecological journey of learning the land where he now lives.The podcast will address the urgency of the environmental crisis..More difficult questions about ecological destruction will be explored in season 7.The need for radical action in the face of climate change is highlighted.Listeners are encouraged to share their thoughts and recommendations.Keywordsenvironmental crisis, community action, podcast, ecology, Edgewalkers, climate change, creation care, journey of ecological discipleship, Camano IslandFind us on our website: Earthkeepers Support the Earthkeepers podcast Check out the Ecological Disciple

Dana In The Morning Highlights 12/19Christmas could see record-breaking warmth for our area - highs in the low 80s - ughCommunity Action Teams engages students with emergency prep and humanitarian outreachCongrats to our elementary teacher in Conroe - winning the December grand prize to Naples, FL!

12/5/25:MTA Pres Max Page & Harry Feder, Ex Dir, Fair Test: high stakes testing in Mass—again? Community Action's Lev BenEzra & Jess Thompson: food and heat – for all? Matteo Pangallo (Pres, Valley Players), John Bidwell (Wayfinders) & Chris Rohmann (theatre maestro): “It's a Wonderful Life." Josh Silver w/ Ben Scott, Ex Dir, Reset, the int'l org: digital disinformation and democracy. Donnabelle Casis w/ George Kohout, Pres. Friends of N'ton Trails: the mini museums here.

12/5/25:MTA Pres Max Page & Harry Feder, Ex Dir, Fair Test: high stakes testing in Mass—again? Community Action's Lev BenEzra & Jess Thompson: food and heat – for all? Matteo Pangallo (Pres, Valley Players), John Bidwell (Wayfinders) & Chris Rohmann (theatre maestro): “It's a Wonderful Life." Josh Silver w/ Ben Scott, Ex Dir, Reset, the int'l org: digital disinformation and democracy. Donnabelle Casis w/ George Kohout, Pres. Friends of N'ton Trails: the mini museums here.

12/5/25:MTA Pres Max Page & Harry Feder, Ex Dir, Fair Test: high stakes testing in Mass—again? Community Action's Lev BenEzra & Jess Thompson: food and heat – for all? Matteo Pangallo (Pres, Valley Players), John Bidwell (Wayfinders) & Chris Rohmann (theatre maestro): “It's a Wonderful Life." Josh Silver w/ Ben Scott, Ex Dir, Reset, the int'l org: digital disinformation and democracy. Donnabelle Casis w/ George Kohout, Pres. Friends of N'ton Trails: the mini museums here.

12/5/25:MTA Pres Max Page & Harry Feder, Ex Dir, Fair Test: high stakes testing in Mass—again? Community Action's Lev BenEzra & Jess Thompson: food and heat – for all? Matteo Pangallo (Pres, Valley Players), John Bidwell (Wayfinders) & Chris Rohmann (theatre maestro): “It's a Wonderful Life." Josh Silver w/ Ben Scott, Ex Dir, Reset, the int'l org: digital disinformation and democracy. Donnabelle Casis w/ George Kohout, Pres. Friends of N'ton Trails: the mini museums here.

12/5/25:MTA Pres Max Page & Harry Feder, Ex Dir, Fair Test: high stakes testing in Mass—again? Community Action's Lev BenEzra & Jess Thompson: food and heat – for all? Matteo Pangallo (Pres, Valley Players), John Bidwell (Wayfinders) & Chris Rohmann (theatre maestro): “It's a Wonderful Life." Josh Silver w/ Ben Scott, Ex Dir, Reset, the int'l org: digital disinformation and democracy. Donnabelle Casis w/ George Kohout, Pres. Friends of N'ton Trails: the mini museums here.

Strong Towns members are doing remarkable things in their communities, but none of it requires magic abilities. Norm shares what he's learned from 50 interviews — and explains how you can get involved. Additional Show Notes It's Member Week at Strong Towns! Join the movement by making a donation of any amount.

Send us a textA new report on health and climate change paints the grimmest picture yet about what's going on – not just that 2024 was the hottest year on record, but evidence that many governments have stopped even pretending to try to do anything about it.The 2025 Lancet Countdown on Health and Climate Change finds that more than half a million people die every year from heat-related causes, up 23 percent since the 1990s. Air pollution just from wildfire smoke was linked to 154,000 deaths in 2024. And 2.5 million people die every year because of the continued burning of fossil fuels, the report says.But Dr. Tafadzwa Mabhaudhi, Professor of Climate Change, Food Systems, and Health at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, and Director of the Lancet Countdown in Africa, says it's not all bad news. Communities, people acting in groups, city governments, and others can make a difference.“We do have the power,” says Tafadzwa, who joins One World, One Health host Maggie Fox in this episode to talk about the report and what he sees for the future.African nations, especially, have the opportunity to show the way as they build cities that take advantage of clean energy, says Tafadzwa, who is also a professor in the Department of Plant and Soil Sciences, Future Africa, at the University of Pretoria in South Africa.The report finds hope in this trend, and estimates 160,000 lives are being saved annually as communities shift away from coal and enjoy cleaner air.Listen as Tafadzwa describes some of the successes in fighting climate change and what people and communities can do to encourage their governments to act.

What happens when the very programs meant to fight poverty are on the brink of disappearing? For Michelle James, Executive Director of the Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut (CAAWC), that question isn't hypothetical - it's her daily reality.This week on Mission CTRL, Ramon and Jorge sit down with Michelle to unpack the vital role of Community Action in our nation's social safety net. CAAWC helps individuals and families move toward self-sufficiency - offering a hand up, not just a handout. From heating assistance and food pantries to job readiness and ESL programs, Michelle and her team serve over a thousand people each month, connecting them with the resources they need to survive and thrive.But with federal funding for critical programs like the Community Services Block Grant and the Low-Income Heating Assistance Program “zeroed out” of the federal budget, the agency faces an uncertain future. Michelle opens up about the sleepless nights of running a nonprofit like a business - forecasting, adapting, and fighting for every dollar to keep her team and programs afloat.As CAAWC celebrates 60 years of service, Michelle reflects on resilience, reinvention, and what it truly means to lead through uncertainty. Whether you're a changemaker, community advocate, or entrepreneur navigating tough times, this episode is a masterclass in transformational leadership, persistence, and purpose.•••Find full episodes of Mission CTRL on Anchor, Apple Podcast, Spotify, and our website.Mission CTRL aims to ignite the innovative spirit inside us all through providing budding and successful entrepreneurs and community leaders with a platform to share their stories and inspire others. Tune in every Wednesday and catch up with the team at Peralta Design as we unleash the origin stories behind some exceptional leaders, share marketing/branding insights, and navigate the ever-changing currents of pop culture.Subscribe for more weekly branding and entrepreneurial content here! To learn more about Peralta Design's work visit peraltadesign.com.#welaunchbrands #launchyourbrand #BrandU #missionctrl #mctrl #digitalagency #mbeagency #mbe #digital #branding #marketing #web #creative #contentcreator #contentstrategy #marketingstrategy #leadership #leader #entrepreneur #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurship #entrepreneurial #startup #startups #business #businessowner #businesstips #scalingyourbusiness #smallbusiness #w2 #fulltime #9to5 #office #officelife #corporate #podcast #podcasts #podcastshow #businesspodcast #lifestory #lifestories #personalstory #personalstories

When one woman says “yes,” the ripple can reach across oceans. In this inspiring episode, Tracy sits down with Anne from Edinburgh, Scotland, whose life was forever changed by a simple invitation to host an awareness night. What followed was a 28-mile walk, over £10,000 raised, and a community awakened to the reality of human trafficking. Hear how Anne's obedience, courage, and community created a movement of prayer, action, and hope. Be inspired to cast your own stone and watch the ripples grow.Prayer resource mentioned: Disturb us, Lord, whenWe are too pleased with ourselves,When our dreams have come trueBecause we dreamed too little,When we arrived safelyBecause we sailed too close to the shore.Disturb us, Lord, to dare more boldly,To venture on wilder seasWhere storms will show Your mastery;Where losing sight of land,We shall find the stars. Amen.-Sir Francis Drake 1577----Watch the interview: https://youtu.be/KbgJtAKFguoRead the blog: www.thefreedomchallenge.com/blogposts/2025/10/12/respond---Want to learn more? The Freedom Challenge US: thefreedomchallenge.comOperation Mobilization USA: omusa.orgInstagram: @freedomchallengeusa / Facebook: @thefcusaSupport the show

Veda Austin is a water researcher, public speaker, artist, author, and mother who has spent the past 14 years exploring water's structural memory and responsiveness. She has pioneered a unique crystallographic method that visually captures water's reactions to stimuli, revealing its awareness of thought, intention, and creation through imagery.Veda believes that water is fluid intelligence, observing itself through every living organism on the planet and in the universe. Her primary focus is photographing water in its ‘state of creation'—the space between liquid and ice—where it expresses a profound and dynamic language. Through her research, public talks, and published works, she challenges conventional perspectives, inspiring a deeper understanding of water as an intelligent and communicative force.Episode Highlights▶ How water serves as both a powerful healer and communicator▶ Insights from Veda Austin's 14+ years of water research▶ The way water absorbs, stores, and shares information through light▶ What the freezing process reveals about water's hidden intelligence▶ The profound healing effects of natural alkaline water▶ How intention and consciousness can change the structure of water▶ The deep interconnectedness between people, the planet, and water▶ Why healing ourselves begins the process of healing the Earth▶ How prayer and positive focus can transform our relationship with water▶ The growing global movement recognizing water's spirit and rightsVeda Austin's Links & Resources▶ Website: www.vedaaustin.com▶ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vedaaustin_water/▶ Webinar: https://www.vedaaustin.com/workshops-webinars Download Beth's free trainings here: Clarity to Clients: Start & Grow a Transformational Coaching, Healing, Spiritual, or Psychedelic Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/grow-your-spiritual-businessIntegrating Psychedelics & Sacred Medicines Into Business: https://bethaweinstein.com/psychedelics-in-business▶ Beth's Coaching & Guidance: https://bethaweinstein.com/coaching ▶ Beth's Offerings & Courses: https://bethaweinstein.com/services▶ Instagram: @bethaweinstein ▶ FB: / bethw.nyc + bethweinsteinbiz ▶ Join the free Psychedelics & Purpose Community: / psychedelicsandsacredmedicines