Podcasts about community builder

In our final throwback episode, we're catching up with another guest from Beer with Nat season two, who I chatted with back in June 2019. Today's guest is Lucy Do, owner of The Dodo Micropub. We start by hearing what Lucy has been up to over the past 7 years, then we revisit our original conversation. Lucy shares us what a micropub is and why she decided to open one. She also reflects on some of her key learnings over the years, the advice she wished she had when she first started out, and a whole lot more.   What stuck with me from this conversation: On community building: "Moving away from the corporate world, being successful was about being happy with who I am and what I've created and that's why I wanted it to be a community. I wanted people to not feel lonely. I wanted people to come in here on their own and make friends. I love that people make friends in here – I genuinely, genuinely love that. It's just heartwarming."   Links & things: Lucy's micropub: The Dodo Follow her on follow here(and don't miss her creative reels and TV interviews, too!) You'll find a full list of the awards she's won here and a few highlights below: Industry Champion of the Year at the Women in Beer Awards 2025 Bar / Pub of the Year at the Be Inclusive Hospitality Spotlight Awards 2022 CAMRA Ealing & West Middlesex Pub of the Year 2020 & 2021 Her beginnings: The loan that helped Lucy get her start: Virgin Start Up Loan And the micropub that inspired her: The Just Reproach in Kent For more from Lucy: Listen in to the episode of the Good Beer Hunting podcast we recorded together in January 2021 P.S. If you're inspired by the idea of 'doodling at The Dodo', here's one of my favourite adult colouring books. Enjoy!

This episode of the New Books Network's Entrepreneurship and Leadership channel features Richard Lucas in conversation with entrepreneur and community builder Ben Brabyn about Walkabout, a global movement that brings people together for monthly walks and open conversations. Walkabout began in Green Park, London, in June 2023 as a low‑friction alternative to venue‑based events and now runs in about 37 locations worldwide, welcoming anyone who wants to join a friendly, curiosity‑driven walking group. Ben explains how Walkabout's simplicity—free, open, lightly structured—attracts a high proportion of multidisciplinary participants, many with PhDs, and how emergent collaborations have led to startups, investment, hiring, and pro bono work on “thorny” challenges like non‑compressible haemorrhage and electric vehicle battery fires. Inspired by Richard Feynman's habit of carrying a dozen long‑term problems in his back pocket, Walkabout offers participants an evolving set of shared challenges they can keep in mind and revisit whenever they learn something new, effectively serving as a living, collective version of “Feynman's 12 problems. A recurring theme is serendipity: Richard and Ben discuss how Walkabout exemplifies the kind of designed chance encounters that David Cleevely describes in his book “Serendipity: It Doesn't Happen By Accident,” and how Cleevely himself both influenced and later joined Walkabout events. Lessons learned include the power of radical welcome, the importance of not over‑optimizing for scale or vanity metrics, and the value of formats where multidisciplinary dialogue and unexpected connections can flourish. Ben and Richard also touch on Walkabout's business structure within Amitypath Limited, its use of platforms like Mighty Networks and LinkedIn, and Ben's broader journey from the Royal Marines and JP Morgan to founding crowdfunding platform BmyCharity and leading Level39.Links Ben Brabyn Linkedin Amitypath Interview with David Cleevely on the NBN about his book Serendipity About Richard Feynman's 12 problems Walkabout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

This episode of the New Books Network's Entrepreneurship and Leadership channel features Richard Lucas in conversation with entrepreneur and community builder Ben Brabyn about Walkabout, a global movement that brings people together for monthly walks and open conversations. Walkabout began in Green Park, London, in June 2023 as a low‑friction alternative to venue‑based events and now runs in about 37 locations worldwide, welcoming anyone who wants to join a friendly, curiosity‑driven walking group. Ben explains how Walkabout's simplicity—free, open, lightly structured—attracts a high proportion of multidisciplinary participants, many with PhDs, and how emergent collaborations have led to startups, investment, hiring, and pro bono work on “thorny” challenges like non‑compressible haemorrhage and electric vehicle battery fires. Inspired by Richard Feynman's habit of carrying a dozen long‑term problems in his back pocket, Walkabout offers participants an evolving set of shared challenges they can keep in mind and revisit whenever they learn something new, effectively serving as a living, collective version of “Feynman's 12 problems. A recurring theme is serendipity: Richard and Ben discuss how Walkabout exemplifies the kind of designed chance encounters that David Cleevely describes in his book “Serendipity: It Doesn't Happen By Accident,” and how Cleevely himself both influenced and later joined Walkabout events. Lessons learned include the power of radical welcome, the importance of not over‑optimizing for scale or vanity metrics, and the value of formats where multidisciplinary dialogue and unexpected connections can flourish. Ben and Richard also touch on Walkabout's business structure within Amitypath Limited, its use of platforms like Mighty Networks and LinkedIn, and Ben's broader journey from the Royal Marines and JP Morgan to founding crowdfunding platform BmyCharity and leading Level39.Links Ben Brabyn Linkedin Amitypath Interview with David Cleevely on the NBN about his book Serendipity About Richard Feynman's 12 problems Walkabout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us Fan MailCody Folsom grew up bouncing between Colorado towns and Texas, attending over 10 schools while working alongside his father in automotive shops. He was introduced to rock crawling through Jason Feuilly and Jimmy's 4x4, learning the philosophy that completing obstacles mattered more than keeping vehicles pristine—a shock after his dad's show-and-shine approach to cars.From Spotting to RacingCody became a renowned spotter for rock crawling competitions, spotting for various drivers, including Feuilly and Rick Dermo. He transitioned into racing through Dirt Riot, building a Jeep Cherokee called "Raz Spaz" that launched his interest in going faster. He later moved into Ultra 4 racing with a Comanche and became co-driver and mechanic for Shane Chiddix, learning shock tuning and high-performance vehicle dynamics in the process.Building Dolores: Outfitters & Auto ShopAfter a family crisis brought him back to Colorado, Cody and his partner, Katie, transformed a struggling mercantile into a thriving outdoor outfitters—offering rental Jeeps, side-by-sides, kayaks, handmade food, and recovery gear. Recently, they opened Kodiak Automotive next door. Cody now aims to bring manufacturing jobs back to his community through product design, particularly bumper assemblies that can be fabricated and assembled locally.Cody credits Big Rich and the off-road community for shaping his life, emphasizing how the sport created family bonds beyond competition.Support the show

Send us Fan MailPresenters: Julian Lee, Publisher, Community Builder, Speaker, Channel Ecosystem Developer with a focus on cybersecurity, AI and Digital TransformationPaolo Del Nibletto, Editor, eChannelNewsNim Nadarajah, C.CISO, Cyber Security, Compliance & Transformation Expert | Executive Board Member | Keynote Speaker Adam Bennett, Co-Founder & CEO at SureStack CEO at Crosshair CyberRandal Wark, Owner, MTech Cyber (MSP & Cybersecurity) ★ Conference Host ★ Mastermind Facilitator ★ Podcast Host ★ JournalistThe Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem aims to assist Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in becoming more cybersecurity-oriented amidst industry disruptions caused by AI and regulatory changes.The meeting examined how advanced AI models and automated offensive tooling are radically accelerating zero-day vulnerability discovery, forcing a massive paradigm shift in corporate incident response. The panel highlighted Anthropic's Project Glasswing and its core security-focused model, Claude Mythos, as clear signals of this new reality. Able to autonomously uncover and chain complex, decades-old vulnerabilities in minutes, these tools are rendering traditional point-in-time scanning and monthly “Patch Tuesday” cycles obsolete. To adapt, the panel emphasized moving toward agent-based, continuous risk prioritization based on exploitability and CVE severity, while utilizing automated testing and seamless rollback capabilities to mitigate the operational threat of system breakage from rapid patching.The urgency of this shift was framed by alarming defensive metrics, with CrowdStrike's recent threat data citing a record-setting e-crime breakout time of just 27 seconds and an average corporate compromise under six minutes. The discussion referenced the high-profile ShinyHunters breach of Instructure's Canvas platform between April 30 and May 7, which disrupted final examinations across thousands of educational institutions. Despite the platform going offline and a ransom reportedly being paid in exchange for decryption keys and certificates of destruction, the panel warned that such outcomes heavily expose organizations to double extortion and severe legal liabilities.Transitioning to defensive economics, the panel analyzed the broader workforce and infrastructure impact of the AI arms race. The consensus was clear: AI will not replace security practitioners, but practitioners who adopt AI will replace those who do not. Organizations are urged to retool internal roles and consider variable, token-based pricing models for AI compute to shift operational budgets away from legacy per-user SaaS structures. They should also secure baseline infrastructure by enforcing core email security protocols like DMARC, SPF, and DKIM to prevent supply-chain vendor spoofing.Click here to watch previous episodes on Cybersecurity Defense EcosystemTo learn more on Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem, visit: https://cybersecuritydefenseecosystem.com/

In this episode of the Established Podcast, Charlie O'Donnell, NYC venture capitalist, community builder, and Author of Founder Unfriendly: What Investors Won't Tell You About Getting Funded  joins Frank Gruber, host of the podcast and Co-CEO at Established and Managing Partner at Established Ventures, for an honest conversation about venture capital, startup fundraising, and the realities founders rarely hear from investors. Charlie shares lessons from more than 20 years in venture, including his time at Union Square Ventures and as founder of Brooklyn Bridge Ventures, while discussing insights from his new book, Founder Unfriendly: What Investors Won't Tell You About Getting Funded. The discussion covers why most startups are not a fit for traditional VC, how founders should think about risk, the hidden dynamics inside partner meetings, why storytelling matters in fundraising, and how AI is changing the future of startups and investing. Charlie also shares actionable advice on customer discovery, building community-driven companies, and designing a business that aligns with the life you actually want. Get Involved! Founders, investors, startup teams, entrepreneur support organizations (ESOs), and innovators, we invite you to join the Established Network, our digital hub where creativity, capital, and collaboration collide. https://established.network    Watch the episode on the Established YouTube Channel at: https://soty.link/ESTYouTube   Thank you for listening, and as always, please check out the Established website and subscribe to the newsletter at: www.est.us    Subscribe to the Established podcast: https://theestablishedpodcast.com/     Startup of the Year helps diverse, emerging startups, founding teams, and entrepreneurs push their companies to the next level. We are a competition, a global community, and a resource. Startup of the Year is also a year-long program that searches the country for a geographically diverse set of startups from all backgrounds and pulls them together to compete for the title of Startup of the Year. Check out Startup of the Year at: www.startupofyear.com   Established is a consultancy focused on helping organizations with innovation, startup, and communication strategies. It is the power behind Startup of the Year. Created by the talent responsible for building the Tech.Co brand (acquired by an international publishing company), we are leveraging decades of experience to help our collaborators best further (or create) their brand & accomplish their most important goals. Check out Established at: www.established.us Connect with us on X (formerly Twitter) - @EstablishedUs  Connect with us on Facebook - facebook.com/established.us

Send us Fan MailOn this episode of the Stories to Create Podcast, Cornell Bunting sits down with Bailey Susic — Founder, Leadership Strategist, Community Builder, and Co-Director of the SWFL Executive Women's Leadership Program.Bailey is a women's leadership consultant and passionate advocate for creating spaces where women can lead with greater authenticity, reflection, and purpose. Her work has been shaped by entrepreneurship, leadership development, and building meaningful initiatives that help people and communities grow.Throughout this inspiring conversation, Bailey shares how she has always been drawn to creating momentum—developing leaders, designing impactful programs, connecting the right people, and turning strong ideas into reality. As Co-Founder and Co-Director of the Southwest Florida Executive Women's Leadership Program, she supports accomplished women as they grow in confidence, clarity, influence, and authentic leadership.Much of Bailey's perspective has also been deeply influenced by her journey as the mother of her medically complex daughter, Mila. That experience led her into advocacy, storytelling, and reimagining care through a more human-centered lens. She opens up about balancing leadership, marriage, motherhood, entrepreneurship, and personal healing while remaining grounded in purpose and service.Bailey is also developing Blends by Mila, an organic, whole-food blended food company inspired by Mila's journey, and is currently writing a literary memoir exploring motherhood, trauma, identity, resilience, and healing.Throughout every part of her work, Bailey believes deeply in the power of story to create connection, meaning, and impact—a philosophy that aligns powerfully with the mission of EHAS Inc.From mentoring and coaching to leadership development and building thriving communities, Bailey brings tremendous value, depth, and humanity to every initiative she leads.This episode is filled with insight, inspiration, vulnerability, and wisdom for anyone seeking to grow as a leader while staying connected to purpose, family, and the human experience. Support the showThank you for tuning in with EHAS CLUB - Stories to Create Podcast

The future of medtech is built by the people who keep moving ideas from concept to care. In this episode, Tom Salemi, editorial leader, podcast host, and longtime medtech community builder behind DeviceTalks, shares how his path from community journalism eventually led him into healthcare reporting, medical devices, conferences, and podcasting. He reflects on discovering purpose in serving industry communities and launching DeviceTalks Weekly during the pandemic to keep conversations going when in-person events stopped. Tom also discusses the importance of continuing to move forward during career pivots and uncertain moments that require people to bet on themselves. He explains why DeviceTalks focuses on the people behind medical innovation and shares his excitement about advances in neuromodulation, stroke care, clot removal, and surgical robotics. Tune in to hear how community, persistence, and purposeful storytelling continue to move medtech forward. Resources: Connect with and follow Tom Salemi on LinkedIn. Explore the Device Talks website!

Tiffany Marlink spent 25 years in corporate, including time at Ernst & Young and Intel, before walking away from a director-level career to build a life that actually felt like her. Today, she's the host of the Lightworker Diaries podcast, founder of the Intuitive Writers Guild, and a truth teller who helps conscious creatives find their voice and build from joy instead of obligation. In this episode, Tiffany shares what it really looked like to leave an impressive career, sit in the uncertainty, and trust that something better was being built even when nothing had bloomed yet. If you're in a season of pivot or wondering whether the thing that lights you up is worth betting on, this one is for you.   Here's what we talk about in this one: Walking away from a multi-million dollar CFO role at the height of her career, and why she knew she couldn't just rebuild what she'd left The childhood story of being "meant to be seen and not heard" and how 25 years of filtering her voice led her to writing as the tool that set her free Launching the Intuitive Writers Guild: a community built around writing as a path to self-discovery, manifestation, and coming home to your own voice Why the community she could vision so clearly 18 months ago wasn't ready then, and what had to happen first How tracking 285 wins in a single month changed the way her brain registered "enough"   Remember, you are so resourced. Here are the ones mentioned in this episode: Join the Intuitive Writers Guild Follow Tiffany on Instagram Check out Tiffany on Threads Subscribe to the Lightworker Diaries on Substack   Leave me a voicemail HERE with your question for a chance to have it answered on a future episode! Get notifications when new episodes drop by tapping the "follow" button! And if you loved this episode, follow me on Instagram @love_andreacrowder & let me know by leaving a review!

Alex sits down with ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/millytamati/ )Milly Tamati ( https://www.linkedin.com/in/millytamati/ ), founder of ( https://www.generalistworld.com/ )Generalist World ( https://www.generalistworld.com/ ), to talk about community bui...

Join Scotty and Ultrarunner, RD and Community Builder Matt Hoadley for Ten Junk Miles in which they discuss his life in running, becoming an RD, battling his inner demons and finding reasons and why's as his running life advances.  Very interesting and though provoking stuff about the mental side of running. Sign up for Womp Romp here: https://ultrasignup.com/register.aspx?did=132578 Sign up for the Ten Junk Miles races here: https://www.tenjunkmilesracing.com   Join the Official Podcast Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1057521258604634   Support the show via Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/tenjunkmiles   Website: http://www.tenjunkmiles.com/

Send us Fan MailPresenters: Julian Lee, Publisher, Community Builder, Speaker, Channel Ecosystem Developer with a focus on cybersecurity, AI and Digital TransformationEvgeniy Kharam, Publisher, Community Builder, Speaker, Channel Ecosystem Developer with a focus on cybersecurity, AI and Digital Transformation Cybersecurity Architect | Evangelist | Consultant | Advisor | Podcaster | Visionary | Speaker |Adam Bennett, Co-Founder & CEO at SureStack CEO at Crosshair CyberRandal Wark, Owner, MTech Cyber (MSP & Cybersecurity) ★ Conference Host ★ Mastermind Facilitator ★ Podcast Host ★ JournalistThe Cybersecurity Defense Ecosystem aims to assist Managed Service Providers (MSPs) in becoming more cybersecurity-oriented amidst industry disruptions caused by AI and regulatory changes.This strategic debrief from RSAC 2026 shifted the conversation from speculative AI threats to the immediate reality of autonomous vulnerability discovery. The team analyzed the emergence of specialized AI models, such as MITOS, which have demonstrated the ability to autonomously identify long-standing zero-day vulnerabilities in minutes. This shift from human-led research to industrialized, machine-speed exploitation necessitates a radical reassessment of traditional patching cycles and defensive postures. Central to this new reality is the evolution of security health checks, which must now account for AI-driven discovery tools that bypass standard fuzzing. The consensus was that fully scanned code is no longer a valid static assumption, and architecture must instead be adapted for continuous, active vulnerability discovery.The group advocated for “assumed breach” tabletop exercises and aggressive red-teaming to interpret AI risks that legacy monitoring often overlooks. A significant portion of the session was dedicated to a warning regarding the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and delegated AI agents. While these agents reduce operational complexity, they introduce a “lethal trifecta” of data leakage, over-privilege, and the risk of being coaxed into calling over-scoped tools. To counter this, the team recommended a shift toward Outcome-as-a-Service, leveraging trusted MSP/MSSP partners to provide a human sanity check on machine-to-machine interactions.Finally, the team addressed the immediate dangers of Shadow AI and unauthorized data exposure to public LLMs. The recommended defense-in-depth strategy focuses on achieving basic hygiene at scale, including a move toward sub-72-hour patching windows for critical flaws. By utilizing AI for defensive purposes—specifically for Active Attack Path Management—organizations can begin to match the speed of modern adversaries.

WINES WE'RE DRINKING Aleksandrouli by Koncho & Co Red Dry Wine | 85% Aleksandrouli, 15% Mudjuretuli In this episode, Jessica sits down with Karen Zaragoza, a San Diego-born event marketing strategist, community builder, and creative entrepreneur who has built not one, but three interconnected platforms rooted in a single belief: community is the catalyst for everything. Karen shares the story behind Social Creatives, the community-first foundation that came before anything else, and how it gave birth to two focused branches: The Lead Lab, a growth and strategy resource for small businesses, and Plant Bae's, a plant-based wellness community creating space for conscious connection, love, and personal evolution. But this conversation goes beyond the business. Karen opens up about one of the most transformative chapters of her life: becoming a mother as a teenager. She reflects on how having a daughter reshaped her sense of purpose, her priorities, and ultimately the woman and leader she became. She also gets vulnerable about the turmoil she navigated growing up in her family, the lessons she carried into adulthood, and how those experiences quietly shaped her philosophy of building spaces where people feel supported, seen, and connected. From producing community markets and large-scale activations with organizations like the SD Food Bank, Petco Park, and the U.S. Navy, to designing speed dating events and transformational workshops through Plant Bae's, Karen is proof that when your work is rooted in lived experience, it creates real impact. This one hits close to home, and you're going to love her.

----- Jamie Wyman's music is both personal and expansive, weaving raw emotion with a sense of hope. Her voice—ethereal, transcendent, and powerful—carries songs that rise from the ashes, turning pain into light. Rooted in deep truth, her music balances vulnerability and strength, offering a space where listeners can feel seen and uplifted.As a former social worker and lover of all things metaphysical, Jamie spends her time pursuing the life purpose she spelled out for a class assignment in college: to illuminate possibilities for human development in individuals and society.After pursuing a law degree and working in broken systems, Jamie realized music was her greatest tool for making positive change in the world.  Jamie's third studio album, “Return to the Mothership,” is a 22-track folk rockopera following the heroine's journey through the ups and downs of making this world a better place.Join Jamie Wyman and I as we talk about her journey of overcoming work burnout in broken social systems and finding her path as a musician playing psychedelic rock and diving into the metaphysical to lift hearts and implement the positive change she wants to see in the world. You don't want to miss any of today's interesting and inspiring chat! To learn more about today's guest Jamie Wyman please visit: Website: https://jamiewymanband.com/ Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/jamiewymanband Instagram: @jamiewymanband  --------To learn more about host G. Brian Benson:www.gbrianbenson.comDon't forget to sign up for the newsletter and YouTube Channel!

US Common Ground is produced by Dr. Ziggy Kozicki through the facilities of the MCTV Network. In this episode Ziggy talks to Community Builder, Bill Cobbs about finding common ground within American Tribalism.

Join Alessandro Pizzoferrato, CEO and Co-Founder of chainstaff, for a refreshing perspective on the future of recruitment. While the world rushes toward fully automated hiring, Alessandro is doubling down on the one thing AI cannot replicate: the power of human trust. In this episode, we explore how chainstaff is unlocking the "hidden" job market by enabling referrals beyond company boundaries—creating a world where your personal network becomes a valuable asset for both career growth and financial reward.

This week on Tapod we catch up with the ever-brilliant and ever-busy Edan Haddock – Head of Talent and People Experience at Movember, Podcast Host and Community Builder. There is a helluva lot going on at Movember, from a new Global Institute of Men's Health to ‘Joel' the AI agent and a global recruitment responsibility – it's busy, busy, busy! Throw on top of that the Total Talent Podcast; he's barely got time to scratch himself. Hands up if you have an AI Agent reporting directly to you as part of your Talent Team? Edan does, and he'll tell us all about it!Thanks to Taly for partnering with us this month. 

n this episode of The MisFitNation Podcast, host Rich LaMonica welcomes U.S. Marine Corps Veteran Clifton Maddox, a leader whose mission of service continued long after his military career ended. Clifton served in the Marine Corps from 2003 to 2010, working with 4th GSP and 2nd Intelligence as an infantry Marine who supported Joint Task Force border missions and deployments to Iraq. Those experiences forged his understanding of discipline, leadership, unity, and responsibility. After leaving the military, Clifton transitioned into construction and real estate, building apartments and helping families find homes. But his deeper calling is about something bigger—building stronger communities and helping people come together instead of dividing apart. In this conversation, Clifton shares lessons from the battlefield, the football field, and the construction site about leadership, fatherhood, civic responsibility, and why veterans continue serving long after the uniform comes off. If you care about leadership, veteran transition, community impact, and building a better future for the next generation, this is an episode you won't want to miss.  

What if I told you that you could build connection, boost buy-in, reset the vibe, AND reduce low-level behaviour… in five minutes flat?No prep. Just you, your class, and a little bit of magic. ✨In this episode, I'm giving you a front seat to 10 of my favourite grab-and-go community builders, the ones that get students laughing, talking, connecting, and (without even realising it) building the kind of classroom culture that makes behaviour easier.A couple of episodes ago, we talked about the foundations of community, routines, predictability, felt safety, clarity, differentiation. All the behind-the-scenes cogs that make your classroom feel like a home.Today?We're getting tangible (and fun as heck).Because here's the thing… Community building isn't just a “start of the year” gimmick.It's how you:Reset a tense classFill five minutes of dangerous dead-air timeReconnect when you're feeling resentfulHelp students feel safe enough to shareInvest in their emotional piggy bank (so you can make withdrawals later)And yes — it also helps you fall back in love with your class when things feel a bit… blah.So if you've ever thought: “They don't deserve fun right now.” “They should just come in and learn.” “I don't have time for this fluff.”This episode might lovingly challenge that.

Olga Kazarina is an award-winning EdTech Specialist, ISTE+ASCD Community Leader, and Google Certified Trainer, Coach, GEG Leader, AI Fellow, and Educator with over a decade of international experience.From beginning her journey as a classroom teacher in Chile to her current role as Customer Success Manager and Community Builder at Genially, Olga has been a passionate advocate for empowering educators across the world.Her expertise shines in:✨ Strategic & ethical integration of Generative AI✨ Building educator communities✨ Fostering computational thinking in young learnersA recipient of the ISTE 20 to Watch Award, Olga also played a key role in the Guinness World Records breaking Capacita+ Google Cloud AI event a testament to her global impact.

Becky Ruska's path into the nonprofit world didn't follow a traditional trajectory. After spending more than two decades in retail leadership as a district manager for Express, she made a bold decision to step away in her early 40s. What began as a period of rest and reflection quickly evolved into something more meaningful when she started volunteering weekly at the newly formed St. Croix Valley Food Bank in Wisconsin. That volunteer role turned into an opportunity and ultimately a second career rooted in service, community and purpose. Today, Becky plays a central part in connecting volunteers, donors, businesses and community members to the food bank's mission. From managing volunteer programs and community events to growing brand awareness through social media and partnerships, she brings people together around a shared goal: making sure food gets to those who need it most. Since its launch just over four years ago, the St. Croix Valley Food Bank has grown rapidly and now distributes nearly five million pounds of food annually across four counties through more than 55 partner programs. With a new permanent facility on the horizon, the organization is preparing to scale its impact even further, aiming to distribute up to eight million pounds of food in the coming years. Becky believes that fundraising and community building aren't about asking for money—they're about relationships. Whether she's giving a tour to a first-time volunteer, standing at a local festival booth or calling a donor who scribbled “call me if you need a volunteer” on a donation slip, Becky shows how meaningful impact often starts with simply showing up. In this episode of the RKD Group: Chat podcast, Becky reflects on career change, building trust from the ground up and what it takes to create lasting community connections around a growing nonprofit.

In Episode 30, Psychedelic Divas welcomes Annie Harrison, a pioneering journalist, harm-reduction advocate, and founder of the Women's Visionary Congress and co-founder of Lucid News. We explore Annie's decades-long contributions to drug reporting including her current role as Editorial Director at Lucid News, her commitment to risk reduction and education and her heart-centered leadership within an array of psychedelic communities. In this episode, Annie discusses: Her psychedelic origin story, including her early psychedelic safety education from Grateful Dead shows, Rainbow Gatherings and Burning Man starting in 1996 The founding of the Women's Visionary Congress, with its commitment to raising up women's voices and caring for our psychedelic elders The creation of the Full Circle Tea House at Burning Man with its focus on comfort, care and community The founding of Lucid News and her current work as Editorial Director The evolution of harm reduction strategies at festivals and psychedelic events The rise of ketamine and shifts within the psychedelic landscape The importance of sustaining a wellness practice and building ethical psychedelic communities Learn About Annie Women's Visionary Council https://visionarycongress.org Elder donation page to support Ricci and Jack Coddington—please make a note that this is where you would like your donation to be directed: https://www.every.org/womens-visionary-council/f/2025-end-of-year-cam#/donate/card Manual of Psychedelic Support— https://maps.org/2017/08/29/manual-of-psychedelic-support-aug2017/ Lucid News—www.Lucid.news Email Annie at Ann@lucid.news   Connect with Carla If you're inspired by this episode and want to stay connected, follow Carla and Psychedelic Divas on social media or visit the website to get your Psychedelic Safety Guide Including What to Do When Things Go Wrong: Website: PsychedelicDivas.com Carla's Coaching: CarlaDetchon.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/psychedelicdivas YouTube: @carladetchon Subscribe & Review: If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review Psychedelic Divas. Your support helps amplify these important conversations and grow our community.

Rust never sleeps. Neither do healthcare revolutionaries. Welcome to 4sight Health's new feature, where we update the industry on the latest adventures of our favorite healthcare instigators who believe outcomes matter, customers count and value rules.4sight Health profiled Kemena Brooks, vice president of real estate development for The Community Builders, in April 2025. Two months later, in June 2025, Brooks became chief of staff of the Chicago Housing Authority.Read our original profile here: https://www.4sighthealth.com/how-healthcare-revolutionaries-think-10-questions-with-kemena-brooks/Read our original podcast interview here: https://www.4sighthealth.com/podcast-how-healthcare-revolutionaries-think-with-kemena-brooks/Watch for future updates of healthcare revolutionaries who are building better healthcare.

Community Breakers & Community Builders is a deeply practical teaching on how real, lasting Christian community is formed—and what quietly destroys it. Natalie explores everyday relational patterns like conflict, pride, offense, envy, and victimhood, contrasting them with humility, forgiveness, responsibility, and celebration of others. Grounded in Scripture and real-life examples, this message invites listeners to rewire unhealthy habits, practice constructive conflict, and build relationships that actually reflect the love and unity of heaven.If you enjoyed this message, please review and share this message with someone who needs it.Connect with us at www.FamilyLife.ccIf you would like to support our mission financially, here are some ways you can donate to our church:Tap the text to the right to give via our Church Center App.Venmo/Zelle: Send to info@familylife.ccText any amount to 84321Visit www.FamilyLife.cc/Giving for more options.Thank you for listening and thank you for your generosity.

By popular demand, Michael Smith Jr., co-host of The Generalist podcast, and Daniel Cerventus Lim, semi-retired entrepreneur and community builder in Malaysia, return for another candid deep-dive into Southeast Asia and India tech landscape. Fresh off India's record-breaking IPO wave that's drawing regional companies like Pine Labs to redomicile, they dissect what this exit boom means for a Southeast Asian ecosystem still struggling with venture returns. Michael delivers his characteristically unflinching take on why "the year of [insert country]" never materializes beyond Singapore and Indonesia, while making the provocative case that most VCs fundamentally misunderstand B2B distribution strategy—specifically how hyperscaler marketplaces like AWS and Microsoft provide the GTM playbook that separates successful exits from perennial fundraising. Daniel shares emerging insights from the SME acquisition space, revealing the stark reality that traditional businesses are "seeing black" while venture-backed startups continue "seeing red." Together, they debate whether we're witnessing an AI infrastructure bubble that will pop or simply taper, examine why Southeast Asia leads globally in AI adoption despite the disconnect with venture outcomes, and question the fragility of cloud infrastructure after recent AWS and CloudFlare outages. The conversation culminates in a sobering assessment: the region has achieved a remarkable $300 billion digital economy milestone, but the path forward may require accepting longer timelines, smaller profitable exits over unicorn dreams, and modernizing traditional businesses rather than building the next ByteDance."If you don't think we're gonna get there, then you should all get outta tech because we're gonna get there. And if you're gonna get there, we barely have the horsepower to do the Google Docs that we have today, let alone the world I just described." - Michael Smith JrOn AI Assistance - “If you can get 90% of the stuff done, I just need to say yes or no. And that is like my [ideal state]." - Daniel Cerventus Episode Highlights: [00:00] Quotes of the Day by Michael, Daniel & Bernard[02:12] Record India IPOs signal redomiciling trend from Singapore[03:53] Pine Labs exit provides significant Southeast Asia returns[04:41] Indonesia's venture funding freeze despite strong exit activity[11:29] Year of whatever narrative never materializes for any country in ASEAN[15:05] AI infrastructure bubble debate: does it pop or fizzle?[18:42] OpenAI's unprecedented growth speed creates new tech pantheon[21:00] Recent AWS and CloudFlare outages highlight infrastructure fragility[24:00] AI agents remain in early stages of development[28:00] Real-world robotics models still lack adequate data foundations[34:00] AppPoint's dual NASDAQ-SGX listing demonstrates successful B2B strategy[38:00] B2B marketplace strategy provides essential distribution for startups[44:00] Reflections on eConomySEA 10th Year Report 2025[53:00] SME market offers modernization opportunities with lower risk[54:00] Southeast Asia modernization surprises many American visitors[56:00] SME acquisition market shows profitability versus startup losses[57:00] ClosingProfile: Michael Smith Jr., Tech Evangelist from Oracle & Co-Host, LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/smittysgp/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheGeneralistsPodcast Daniel Cerventus Lim, semi-retired entrepreneur, Community Builder in Malaysia and TEDxKL founder. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cerventus/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/80164351656Podcast Information: Bernard Leong hosts and produces the show. The proper credits for the intro and end music are "Energetic Sports Drive." G. Thomas Craig mixed and edited the episode in both video and audio format.

Today's guest, John McCarney is a graduate of the Writers Guild Foundation Veterans Writing Project, an award-winning screenwriter and community builder, who grew up in Hollywood in the 1960's. Three of his screenplays have placed in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Science Nicholl Fellowship in the last five years; two of them Semi-finalists. Has had multiple screenplays finish in the Austin Film Festival Screenwriting contest, along with many other wins. He is an American Cuban having been embraced by a Cuban family who took him in during his teen years. He is also a certified bilingual and volunteers as an ESL teacher, helping new immigrants learn English. Join John and I as we talk about his unique life of growing up in Hollywood in the 1960's with a Cuban family, his experience in Vietnam during operation Babylift, being a community builder and developing a successful screenwriting career later in life. You don't want to miss any of today's interesting and inspiring chat!To learn more about today's guest John McCarney please visit:Website:http://JFMWRITES.COM/Facebook Page:https://www.facebook.com/john.mccarney.9Instagram Handle:https://www.instagram.com/john_mccarney/ LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-mccarney-3b36b740/--------To learn more about host G. Brian Benson:www.gbrianbenson.comDon't forget to sign up for the newsletter!

This podcast, a 21 minute conversation between Peter Westoby (the host) and Rachael Donovan focuses on The Community Builders Journal, a new resource to support citizens to build community and do 'development' in their streets, neighbourhoods, workplaces or schools. It's a 1 year (or less) guide for people - stories, ideas, questions for reflections and invitations for experiments + recipes to cook up and celebrate. Check it out on: https://practicalactionpublishing.com/book/3116/the-community-builders-journalOr head to Amazon or other publishers for a Kindle version (the cheapest option), or write to peter@communitypraxis.org for us to send you a copy (with postage). If you're local (South-East QLD) check out local book launches: 1. Baringa (Caloundra)6th February 5.30-7pmhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1ChWZ2nR7F/2. Deception Bay11th February 5.30-7pmhttps://www.facebook.com/share/1GaTTe6f8q/

Jackie's life and work are rooted in the profound belief that every individual deserves a "brave space" to show up authentically, fully, and without judgment. As the Executive Director of a Hospice Home and the founder of Lega-C Healing by Jackie, she dedicates her days to guiding others through life's most delicate transitions with grace, intuition, and deep compassion. Her professional path is inextricably linked to her extraordinary personal journey. A survivor of orphan trafficking from the Dominican Republic under the guise of international adoption, Jackie was brought to the United States as a child, after the death of her mother, separated from her twin and everything she knew. She spent years navigating the complexities of identity and belonging, a quest that eventually led to a series of powerful reunions: first with her U.S.-based siblings at age nineteen, and later with her twin, her biological father, and her remaining siblings at thirty-two. These experiences of loss and reclamation shaped her into a gifted Community Builder, Death Doula, and intuitive healer. Jackie understands the weight of being "un-homed" and has turned that history into a sanctuary for others, helping them find peace and presence even in the face of the unknown. Beyond her clinical and spiritual leadership, Jackie is a mother of three, a wife, and a dedicated artist. She finds her own healing and inspiration in nature, whether she is exploring the outdoors or translating the beauty of the world into her creative work. Her life is a living testament to the power of resilience and the enduring legacy of healing. Season 11: Adoptee Memoirs - books in order: Practically Still a Virgin by Monica Hall You Can't Get Rid of Me by Jesse Scott and Keri Ault Unspoken by Liz Harvie EVENTBRITE LINK - AUSTIN, TEXAS - LIVE PODCAST EVENT: 4/17 & 4/18 2206! Sign up to be part of our mailing list and receive upcoming details about our April 17th & 18th Live Podcast Event in Austin, Texas! Thank you to our Patreons! Join at the $10 level and be part of our monthly ADOPTEE CAFE community. The next meeting will be Saturday, February 7th, at 1 pm ET. RESOURCES for Adoptees: Adoptees Connect Adoptee Mentoring Society Gregory Luce and Adoptee Rights Law Fireside Adoptees Facebook Group Dr. Liz Debetta: Migrating Toward Wholeness Movement Moses Farrow - Trauma therapist and advocate National Suicide Prevention Lifeline – 1-800-273-8255 OR Dial or Text 988. Kristal Parke Because She Is Adopted Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

20260116 Laying the Groundwork-Planning Events in ACB Community Originally broadcasted January 16, 2026, on ACB Media 5 This session focused on the full event submission process, from completing the planning form to seeing how your event is added to Community Builder. We also talked through planning ahead and preparing demos so your event runs smoothly and is easier to support. Sponsored by: ACB Community community@acb.org

Derek Stusynski: From Weird Kid to Community Builder | Pod Friends This week's Pod Friends guest is Derek Stusynski @DerekStusynski), a force behind the Rob Has a Podcast Patreon community and one of the quietly impactful people making RHAP possible. Joining Matt Scott (@MattScottGW), Derek shares how growing up feeling weird and out of place became the very thing that taught him how to build belonging for others. Derek takes us from a farm in rural Minnesota to chasing his creative dreams through improv, web series, and independent films, even winning an episode of Wipeout, before landing behind the scenes at RHAP, where he now helps thousands of fans feel seen, welcomed, and connected. He also opens up about his work as a writer, actor, and filmmaker, including his upcoming film Snatched, starring drag icons like RuPaul's Drag Race alum Nina West. This special episode also features messages from members of the RHAP community — Grace, Alyssa, Laura, Kelly, Michael, Tommy Guam, Kim and Tim, Lisa, Mike, and Chantele — who share what Derek and the Patreon experience have meant to them, celebrating the power of chosen family and the magic that happens when people truly show up for one another. If you have ever felt different, awkward, or alone, Derek's story is a reminder that those very things can become your greatest strength. Suggest a future guest: bit.ly/podfriendsnom Leave a voicemail: speakpipe.com/podfriends Email: podfriends@robhasawebsite.com Follow on social media: Twitter: @HeyPodFriends & @MattScottGW Instagram: @MattScottGW Bluesky: MattScottGW.bsky.social Never miss an episode of Pod Friends: LISTEN:  Subscribe to the Pod Friends podcast feed WATCH:  Subscribe to the podcast on YouTube SUPPORT:  Become a RHAP Patron for bonus content, access to Facebook and Discord groups plus more great perks!

Episode 152 - Founder Story Pt 2 (of 2) - Matt Zeigler, the Ultimate Polymath! Super Connector, Producer, Community Builder and Fellow Podcast Host of ‘Just Press Record.'Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

Episode 151 - GLT - 2025-12-23 - Founder Story Pt 1 (of 2) - Matt Zeigler, the Ultimate Polymath! Super Connector, Producer, Community Builder and Fellow Podcast Host of ‘Just Press Record.' Disclaimer: Please note that all information and content on the UK Health Radio Network, all its radio broadcasts and podcasts are provided by the authors, producers, presenters and companies themselves and is only intended as additional information to your general knowledge. As a service to our listeners/readers our programs/content are for general information and entertainment only.  The UK Health Radio Network does not recommend, endorse, or object to the views, products or topics expressed or discussed by show hosts or their guests, authors and interviewees.  We suggest you always consult with your own professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advisor. So please do not delay or disregard any professional – personal, medical, financial or legal advice received due to something you have heard or read on the UK Health Radio Network.

We can't believe it's already 2026!With a new year comes fresh trends, momentum and possibilities but as a small business owner that can feel more weighty than exciting.Social platforms are more saturated than ever and the pressure to be “everywhere” can feel overwhelming, even for us!That is why we are kicking off 2026 on the Community podcast with an honest and no fluff episode talking about what's really working right now and how you can build your perfect strategy on social media in 2026 to stand out and make sales.Together Kristina and Maria cover:Leaning into storytelling over expertise in your content.Why to put your efforts into quality over quantity this year.Why you need to be measuring micro-engagements like DMs and comments.How to choose the right platform for your skills (and avoid burnout!).Why being memorable beats going viral.A breakdown of timely content trends like carousels, short-form video, Threads, and even why you might need to be off social more to create better content.Kristina and Maria even share their personal social media goals for the year. If you're feeling overwhelmed by the thought of social this year or feel stuck trying to find your rhythm amidst the constant changes, this episode will help set you back on the right path to achieve your business' goals in 2026!Let us know your 2026 social media goals!Connect with Maria!Connect with Kristina!Mentioned In Episode:Find Your Next Bestseller on Faire and get 10% off with the code ‘HIGHVIBE10'How To Grow Your Business On Instagram ThreadsManychat with Madi BeumeeTake Our Social Media QuizWork with The Social Snippet!High Vibe Women:Join the High Vibe Women Online CommunityGet Your March High Vibe Women Tickets, use code Send me a text!Support the showFor Your Information: • Host your podcast on Buzzsprout! •Join The High Vibe Women Online Community! • Join our favourite scheduling platform Later • FLODESK Affiliate Code | 25% off your first year! Don't forget to come say hi to us on Instagram @thesocialsnippet, join the Weekly Snippet or follow us on any social media platform! Website . Instagram . Facebook . Linkedin

Unser heutiger Gast hat zunächst Informatik an der Christian-Albrechts Universität zu Kiel studiert, anschließend einen Master in Human Kinetics an der University of British Columbia absolviert und schließlich in Biomechanik an der Universität Tübingen promoviert. Nach seiner Promotion hat er drei Jahre als Hafenmeister an der kanadischen Pazifikküste gearbeitet, ein bewusst gewählter Kontrast zur akademischen Laufbahn. In den vergangenen drei Jahrzehnten hat er dann an der Schnittstelle von Unternehmertum, Technologie und Kultur gewirkt: Er war einer der ersten Executives bei Amazon Europa, hat LOVEFiLM mit aufgebaut, das Lifestyle-Unternehmen Barefoot Living mit gegründet, als VP den internationalen Rollout von Peloton verantwortet und darüber hinaus zahlreiche Unternehmen als Gründer, Investor oder Berater begleitet, unter anderem Gourmondo, Checkdomain, Onlineprinters oder Privax. Doch er ist weit mehr als ein Seriengründer: Als Initiator des Netzwerks Happy Humans und des Gründerevents Letsgofreeriding bringt er Menschen zusammen, die an eine flourishing Zukunft glauben – mit mehr Miteinander, mehr Verantwortung und mehr innerer Freiheit. Gerry lebt auf Mallorca, ist Vater von vier Kindern, leidenschaftlicher Surfer und Freerider, Community-Builder und Kulturarchitekt mit globalem Blick. Seit über acht Jahren beschäftigen wir uns in diesem Podcast mit der Frage, wie Arbeit den Menschen stärkt, statt ihn zu schwächen. In über 500 Episoden mit fast 700 Persönlichkeiten haben wir darüber gesprochen, was sich verändert hat – und was sich weiter verändern muss. Wie kann eine Unternehmenskultur entstehen, die nicht nur Performance liefert, sondern langfristig wirkt – im Einklang mit Mensch und Umwelt? Wie schaffen wir mehr Miteinander in einer Welt, die sich zu oft um Selbstoptimierung dreht? Wie verändert sich Arbeit, wenn wir sie vom Geld entkoppeln – und was lernen wir aus anderen Lebenskonzepten und Kulturen? Und wie gelingt eine Schulbildung, die nicht nur Wissen vermittelt, sondern Menschen ins Leben begleitet? Fest steht: Für die Lösung unserer aktuellen Herausforderungen brauchen wir neue Impulse. Deshalb suchen wir weiter nach Methoden, Vorbildern, Erfahrungen, Tools und Ideen, die uns dem Kern von New Work näherbringen. Darüber hinaus beschäftigt uns von Anfang an die Frage, ob wirklich alle Menschen das finden und leben können, was sie im Innersten wirklich, wirklich wollen. Ihr seid bei On the Way to New Work – heute mit Dr. Gerald „Gerry“ Haag. [Hier](https://linktr.ee/onthewaytonewwork) findet ihr alle Links zum Podcast und unseren aktuellen Werbepartnern

About Craig:Craig's running journey started as a form of stress relief and quickly grew into a lifelong passion that now includes a decades-long daily run streak, ultramarathon racing, and creating one of Columbus's most welcoming running communities. What We Cover in This Episode:-How running shifted from solo stress relief to a daily ritual and identity anchor. -The ups and downs of maintaining a run streak spanning thousands of consecutive days. -Stories from ultra-distance races like The Speed Project and what they taught him about endurance, grit, and mindset. -The inspiration behind starting German Village Running Club and how a simple conversation over cocktails turned into a thriving, inclusive run community.-How community and connection can transform your relationship with running and why pace or speed doesn't matter as much as belonging.

Social media friends are great, but we know that when people connect face to face, in person, at events, or over online coffee chats, the relationship goes to the next level and business gets done.If you're ready to transition some of your online connections or people that you've been following for a while into real business friends and power partners, this episode is for you.Kristina is covering her blueprint from going from the DMs to building genuine connections that last. You'll learn:How to show up more authentically and offer value in a way that's not transactional.How to leverage voice notes for connection.The power of small, consistent gestures to build long-term relationships.Why trusting your gut is key when connecting with others online.The importance of adding value before asking for anything in return.The best time to start making those genuine connections is now! Who's the first person you're going to reach out to connect with IRL? Mentioned in Episode:LinkedIn Starter PackWork with The Social Snippet!Join The High Vibe Women Online CommunitySend me a text!Support the showFor Your Information: • Host your podcast on Buzzsprout! •Join The High Vibe Women Online Community! • Join our favourite scheduling platform Later • FLODESK Affiliate Code | 25% off your first year! Don't forget to come say hi to us on Instagram @thesocialsnippet, join the Weekly Snippet or follow us on any social media platform! Website . Instagram . Facebook . Linkedin

This episode is your reminder that you owe yourself peace of mind, not overspending and rest during the upcoming holiday period. For the Clue In Segment of the episode, Host - Chidinma discusses the importance of spending wisely and intentionally over the upcoming holidays. For the Main Segment, Chidinma is joined by Expat and Community Builder, Merisa Gomez to talk about the logistics of moving from the UK to Canada, loneliness, seeking and eventually building community with the "Babes Seeking Balance" group. --- Connect with the "But What Do I Know?" Podcast: Instagram Community: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@BWDIKPodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe to our newsletter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.bwdikpodcast.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out this episode's sponsor - ⁠Huel ⁠and get 15% off: ⁠http://www.huel.com/butwhat⁠ --- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with Merisa and Read Babes Seeking Balance Community: Website: ⁠https://babesseekingbalance.com/ Instagram: ⁠@babesseekingbalance --- Episode Credits: BWDIK Podcast Theme Music: Produced By Sonix Content Production: In The Know Media Audio Editing and Production: Morgane Chambrin Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

AI isn't just for answers. Joining Chris is Private Investor & Community Builder, Dave Silva Smith uses it to surface high-leverage questions about himself - turning reflection into action: a better father, a better partner, and clear actions to try!

This weeks episode:1. What inspired you to get involved in real estate and community development, and how did your journey begin?2. How do you balance profit-driven business goals with the long-term needs of the communities you serve?3. What's one project you're most proud of, and what impact did it have on the local community?4. What trends are you seeing in urban development or real estate that community builders should be paying attention to?5. How do you build trust with residents, stakeholders, and city officials when launching new initiatives?SUBSCRIBE AND ADD US ON ALL PLATFORMS@CULTURALLYDISTINCTPODCASTFacebook page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080353285179&mibextid=ZbWKwLApplehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/culturally-distinct-network/id1516660814Instagram:https://instagram.com/culturallydistinct?igshid=ZDdkNTZiNTM=Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/6du7xitGWnSqbsN680uPbmIHEARTCulturally Distinct Network | iHeartYoutubehttps://youtube.com/@culturallydistinctpodcast

In this episode of the Real Estate Pros podcast, host Michelle Kesil speaks with Richard Kole, CEO of SVP Ventures, about his extensive experience in real estate and community revitalization. Richard shares his journey from starting in the industry to building communities across the United States, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and knowledge in real estate. He discusses the goals of his business, the impact of revitalizing communities post-COVID, and the opportunities available for investors. Richard also highlights success stories and his strategies for connecting with new investors, ultimately inviting everyone to participate in the investment opportunities he offers. Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind: Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply Investor Machine Marketing Partnership: Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com Coaching with Mike Hambright: Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform! Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/ New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club —--------------------

Many people say business isn't personal, but for Vanessa Santos, nothing could be further from the truth. To her, everything is a transaction, whether it's a personal connection or a business deal. When she became CEO and Partner of #WeAllGrow Latina, Vanessa made it a point to live by that philosophy by engaging in meaningful exchanges of spirit, profit, and energy.Today, we're exploring how she intentionally balances purpose and profit and how she and her business partner, founder Ana Flores, led through the company's sale earlier this year. (Special thanks to our peer, Giovanna González, for recommending the Locatora Radio interview that inspired this conversation.)Vanessa Santos is a conscious business architect, keynote speaker, investor, and trusted advisor who has scaled and exited 8-figure businesses. As the former CEO & Partner of #WeAllGrow Latina (acquired in 2025), she helped propel the platform into the most recognized community for Latinas in the U.S., and over its 14-year history, channeled more than $20 million into the Latina economy while creating 30,000+ professional pathways for Latina changemakers and entrepreneurs.With two decades of experience leading global expansions, architecting award-winning campaigns, and driving cultural impact, Vanessa is known for her candid perspective on what it really takes to succeed as a woman of color in business. Her work interweaves well-being and leadership, guiding founders and executives to scale without losing themselves in the process.Today, she writes Letters from the In-Between while building her next venture from a place of consciousness and clarity. She continues to advise and speak to global audiences about conscious leadership, sustainable scaling, and the future of women founders in business.In this week's episode, Vanessa Santos shares why she views money as energy and how she made the best decision she could with her partner when selling #WeAllGrow Latina. Vanessa's view of money and community is not based on anything performative. Instead, she views it as an intelligent long-term strategy, a strategy that has benefited her both in the corporate world and as a partner in a new company. Her mission to be effective and alchemize money into opportunities has led her to invest in successful, conscious companies. Tune in to hear how Vanessa honors both people and profit in her business practices and how she's managing her era of being in between.Follow Vanessa on Instagram @vanessasantosfein and on her LinkedIn. Follow #WeAllGrow Latina on Instagram @weallgrowlatina and inside their membership. Follow Moneda Moves on Instagram: @MonedaMovesFollow your host Lyanne Alfaro on Instagram: @LyanneAlfaroMain podcast theme song from Premium Beat. Our music is from Epidemic Sound.Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio. 

In this episode of More to Say, Amber Venz Box chats with Danielle Carolan and Brooke Miccio, the duo behind Gals on the Go, about their journey from college friends to creators building a thriving online community. They dive into the evolution of their podcast, the power of original content, and how they engage with their audience beyond the mic. From hosting live shows, navigating personal growth, and hiring their first full-time team member, Danielle and Brooke share candid insights on creating content that resonates and building a loyal community along the way.WE DISCUSS:(02:15) How Danielle & Brooke Met and Started Gals on the Go(05:08) From College Friends to Podcast Creators(09:22) Building an Online Community That Resonates(13:45 Live Shows & Events(18:30) Navigating Personal Growth and Business Decisions(22:10) Hiring Their First Full-Time Team Member(26:05) Creating Content That Connects with Your Audience(30:50) Personal Insights(40:30) Rapid Fire Questions LTK for CreatorsLTK for BrandsLearn more about More To SayWatch on YouTubeFollow and shop Amber's LTKFollow Amber on InstagramConnect with Amber on LinkedInFollow and shop Brooke's LTKFollow and shop Danielle's LTKFollow Brooke on InstagramFollow Danielle on Instagram Follow Brooke on YouTubeFollow Danielle on YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is being released on the heels of the two year anniversary of October 7th.  We come to you as we wait hopefully for the release of ALL of the hostages from Gaza.  It was recorded earlier in 2025. Lindsay Spolen Pinchuk is the owner of her own marketing firm and the creator of Dear FoundHer (a podcast and community for female entrepreneurs).  According to her website, she is an Entrepreneur, Marketer, Consultant, Educator, Speaker, Connector, Community Builder, Podcaster, Former Corporate Executive, Small Business Advocate who makes marketing simple. On today's episode, she shares her formula for "showing up" for her community and the Jewish People.  Her bold and unabashed attitude pushes the limits to defend against antisemitism and anti-Zionism in our modern world.  She is a powerful messenger in a challenging time for the Jewish people and women around the world. https://www.lindsaypinchuk.com/ https://www.dearfoundher.com/   Edited by: Alex Wolf Original Music Composed by: Dan Hacker   Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/templeisraelmi  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/templeisraelmi/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn9spWvsCBvcQ-o5XLeFLHKcLoj2nBAfM  Web: https://www.temple-israel.org/wakinguptolifepod  You can get this podcast anywhere you get your media.  Join over 10,000 listeners who have been inspired by the show. And if you have someone with a story to tell, please contact me at josh@temple-israel.org

As the political landscape becomes increasingly hostile, it's more important than ever to source hope from within ourselves and our communities. This week, Imara uncovers some never-before-heard gems from the trans joy archives. With a focus on the incredible community builders we've interviewed over the years, this special episode celebrates strengthening connections, sharing resources, and creating stronger networks of care and resilience. Hear from a musician, parent, pastor and more about what drives them to build and nourish trans community.Listen to Season 3 of the Anti-Trans Hate Machine here.Send your trans joy recommendations to translash_podcast @ translash [dot] org Follow TransLash Media @translashmedia on TikTok, Instagram, Threads, Bluesky, X, and Facebook.Follow Imara Jones on Instagram (@Imara_jones_), Threads (imara_jones_), Bluesky (imarajones.bsky.social), X (@ImaraJones)TransLash Podcast is produced by TransLash Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yael Shemer was a community builder before she cofounded TULU. In this episode, she shares how she built her real estate tech startup from three buildings to over 400 globally in seven years. She discusses pivoting from B2C to B2B and managing the chaos of rapid scaling. You will also learn about her unconventional journey from environmental activist and waitress to tech founder, learning to leverage her authenticity and community organizing skills as strengths rather than viewing them as limitations.

This is a powerful and real conversation with my good friend, Brian Roberts. Together we dive into what truly matters.. how to make money without losing yourself, redefining what success looks like, and pursuing meaning in every season of life. We also unpack the importance of prioritizing relationships, setting healthy boundaries, and being Spirit led in the world. And we share how community and brotherhood can elevate every area of your journey. If you're ready for a conversation that challenges your perspective and encourages you to live with purpose, this episode is for you. Watch the podcast here

What if finding a few like-minded families near you were as easy as dropping a pin on a map? In this episode, Lisa chats with Morgan Bergstrom—former corporate recruiter, mom of three (soon four!), and creator of BaseCampEd, a free app that helps homeschool and alt-ed families connect locally. Morgan shares her family's journey from full-time daycare to kindergarten at home, the moment the “mini co-op” idea clicked, and why connection—not perfection—keeps families thriving. We talk hybrid options, micro-schools, nature schools, and why you don't have to go “all in” on day one. If you're homeschool-curious (or already homeschooling and craving real-life community), this one's for you. In This Episode Morgan's pivot from 12 years in corporate recruiting to entrepreneurship The origin story of BaseCampEd (and why it'll always be free for parents) Moving every 2–3 years: building community fast in a new city Hybrid/alt-ed options: co-ops, micro-schools, nature & farm schools, STEM programs How to “test drive” homeschooling without going all-in Socialization myths vs. real connection Why homeschooling pairs naturally with entrepreneurship Key Takeaways You don't need 100 people—just a few good families you connect with. Try before you leap: add a small reading/math kit after dinner or on weekends. Use tools (like BaseCampEd) to find local groups, events, and alt-ed resources. Give your kids the gift of time: true literacy & critical thinking don't require 6 hours at a table. Quotables “I wanted a Zillow for homeschoolers: pull up a map, click the dots, read profiles, and connect.” —Morgan “You don't have to be ‘all in' on day one. Start small and see how your child resonates.” —Morgan “Homeschooling opens doors to alternative work and entrepreneurship.” —Lisa Resources & Links BaseCampEd – Free app to connect with local homeschool & alt-ed families   True North Academy – Live and self-paced classes for K–12  It's Not That Hard to Homeschool Podcast – More episodes with Lisa 

Andrew Drummond is the heartbeat of the White Mountain trail running community -ultrarunner, ski mountaineer, and race director who set the FKT on the Direttissima, summiting all 48 NH 4,000-footers in under five days. We dive into his adventures in ultramarathons, backcountry skiing, and community building in Jackson, NH, including the White Mountain 100, Bubba's Backyard Ultra, and guiding Scott Jurek through the toughest terrain in the East. As our conversation with Andrew unfolds, what emerges isn't just a tale of mountains or miles, but a love story-of place, of lifestyle, of belonging. It's about finding connection, losing it, and carrying that emptiness until the trail brings you back to what makes you whole. White Mountain Ski Company Video of Andrew's Ski Presi Get your official Cultra Clothes and other Cultra TRP PodSwag at our store! Outro music by Nick Byram Become a Cultra Crew Patreon Supporter  basic licker.  If you lick us, we will most likely lick you right back Cultra Facebook Fan Page Go here to talk shit and complain and give us advice that we wont follow Cultra Trail Running Instagram Don't watch this with your kids Sign up for a race at Live Loud Running and feel better Buy Fred's Book Running Home More Information on the #CUT112   

Hope Wiseman, CEO and founder of WISECO, is an entrepreneur and advocate for equity in the cannabis industry. In 2018, at just 25 years old, Hope made history as the youngest Black woman in the U.S. to own a cannabis dispensary, launching Mary & Main in Prince George's County, Maryland. Under her leadership, Mary & Main has become a community pillar for education, access, and opportunity in the local cannabis community, earning her features in Black Enterprise, ESSENCE, and other leading publications.In 2025, Hope expanded her mission by launching Legal and Licensed, a first-of-its-kind platform to support Black and brown cannabis entrepreneurs. Legal and Licensed connects members to resources, expert industry leaders, and a thriving community, empowering them to navigate and succeed in this complex, ever-changing industry. Hope's dedication to fostering inclusivity and economic empowerment continues to make her a respected voice and leader in cannabis entrepreneurship.

Send us a textIn this rich and heartfelt episode, Joey Pinz sits down with Becky Teal, community leader at Huntress and longtime MSP industry advocate, to explore the real stories behind service, connection, and fulfillment.Becky shares her unique “short-term hobbies” approach to life, allowing herself to fully explore new interests—like scuba diving and kayaking—without guilt or pressure. She opens up about her personal growth journey, including her work-from-home discipline, travel routines, and what it means to stay fully present both at conferences and at home. With over a decade in the MSP community, Becky reflects on the industry's biggest challenges—security, staffing, and scaling—and how the solution always comes back to community.