Podcasts about creating communities

September with The Aunties Dandelion Bridging Home with Pamala SilasOur newest podcast guest is Pamala Silas, a Menominee and Oneida woman, longtime friend, extraordinary organizer, and someone who knows how to build structures, organizations, resources, relationships, and physical spaces that support Indigenous people.Pam helped create a dedicated space for Indigenous people at Northwestern University. Her work connecting Menominee citizens living in Chicago with Menominee Nation is a beautiful story of what it means to bridge home.Our conversation, “Bridging Home: Connecting and Creating Community” explores gathering resources from systems that have them and bringing those resources into community.Pam also offered a few words of encouragement when The Aunties Dandelion was just beginning that stayed with me for six years. A reminder: when you see someone doing something important, tell them. Sometimes being seen at exactly the right moment makes all the difference.Shoutout to Indigenous Screen Office for their continued support of this program.Host: KahstoserakwatheProduction Manager: Tamara LouksEditor: Eve KrogmanAudio Engineer: Mariana HuttenWe are deeply grateful. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Angel sits down with Nicole P. to talk about her approach to micro family investing and why smaller multifamily properties can provide investors with more control, hands on experience, and consistent cash flow. Nicole shares her experiences investing in properties ranging from smaller multifamily buildings to larger syndications and explains why new investors should think carefully about their role, responsibilities, and potential returns before jumping into large deals.Topics CoveredWhat micro family investing is and why Nicole focuses on properties between 5 and 20 units Why smaller multifamily properties can give newer investors more control and hands on experienceThe differences between owning a smaller property and participating in larger syndicationsThe realities of raising capital and building credibility as a newer investorUnderstanding acquisition fees, cash flow, and long term returns Why having a meaningful ownership position can provide a different learning experienceUsing partnerships and joint ventures to get started in multifamily investingLessons Nicole learned from managing her own propertiesThe importance of being involved in property and asset managementInvesting in underserved and overlooked communitiesWorking with housing voucher programs and helping tenants access housingBalancing financial goals with the desire to create community impactQuotes“When you're doing a smaller deal, the smaller micro family deal, you could have more control.”“Being an investor for me is more than just providing decent, clean living and housing.”

What if your best marketing strategy wasn't advertising—but serving your community? This week on The Franchise Woman Podcast, Rebecca Monet sits down with Kathleen Sears, owner of two Timber Pizza Co. locations in Raleigh and Durham, North Carolina, to discuss how generosity, community involvement, and servant leadership have become the foundation of her business success. After beginning her career as a teacher and community outreach coordinator, Kathleen discovered that the same principles that build strong schools also build thriving businesses. Today, her restaurants are known not only for great pizza but for investing in local schools, nonprofits, volunteers, and families. In this episode, you'll learn: Why community involvement should be part of your growth strategy How donating more than 300 pizzas strengthened customer loyalty Building a people-first culture that improves employee retention Creating meaningful partnerships with schools and nonprofits Leading with mentorship instead of micromanagement Why fun, trust, and purpose create stronger teams Lessons every franchise owner can apply to their own business Whether you're a franchise owner, entrepreneur, business leader, or simply passionate about community impact, this conversation is packed with practical insights and inspiring leadership lessons. Subscribe for more conversations with today's leading franchise professionals. #FranchiseWoman #Leadership #SmallBusiness #CommunityImpact #Franchising #RestaurantLeadership #BusinessGrowth #TimberPizza #Entrepreneurship #ServantLeadership

Sissy and David are joined by author and speaker Toni Collier for an honest and hope-filled conversation about the power of community in helping kids and families navigate grief and hardship. Drawing from her family's experience with divorce, Toni shares how accepting support from safe people strengthened both her and her children. Together, they discuss why resilience is built over time, how to help kids recognize safe relationships, and the importance of balancing bravery with rest. Toni also offers practical ideas for building meaningful community, inviting children to contribute through service, and stepping into kids' worlds so they feel seen, connected, and capable. Resources mentioned: Don't Try This Alone by Toni Collier Brave Enough to Be Broken by Toni Collier Broken Crayons Still Color by Toni Collier Still Coloring with Toni Collier . . . . . .  Sign up to receive the⁠ bi-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠monthly newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to keep up to date with where David and Sissy are speaking, where they are taco'ing, PLUS conversation starters for you and your family to share! Order our new book, Capable, here!! See our speaking dates, purchase books and check out our courses here.. . . . . .  If you would like to partner with Raising Boys and Girls as a podcast sponsor, fill out our⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form. CHRISTIAN HEALTHSHARE MINISTRIES: Take charge of your healthcare by visiting chministries.org/solution. BOLL & BRANCH: Get 15% off plus free shipping on your first set of sheets at Bollandbranch.com/rbg⁠. Exclusions apply. QUINCE: Go to ⁠Quince.com/rbg⁠ for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. SEEDS: Download the free SEEDS app and take one small step today. Plant your first seed and see what God can grow. HEY POLO: Go to heypolo.com/raising or use code RAISING and get 40% off your first year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if your next concert piece became the starting point for an unforgettable learning experience? In episode 116, Theresa and Kathryn welcome back middle school band director Kyle Rinke to explore how interdisciplinary projects can transform students' connections to music. From museum visits and collaborative art projects to poetry, mindfulness, and even performing in a natural rock amphitheater, Kyle shares how he builds meaningful experiences around concert repertoire that help students engage with music on a much deeper level.Kyle also offers practical advice for teachers who want to try something new without feeling like everything has to be perfectly planned. He discusses collaborating with colleagues across subject areas, balancing rehearsal time with creative exploration, embracing imperfection, and focusing on memorable experiences over flawless performances. Whether you're ready to plan an ambitious cross-curricular project or simply looking for a small way to help students connect more deeply with the music they play, this conversation is full of inspiring ideas and actionable takeaways.Connect with Kyle and learn more: Email: krinke@nlsd122.orgVideo: Martino Band at Starved RockEpisode 108: Centering Students, Creating Community, with Jaime Escatel and Kyle RinkeA note from our Sponsor: You Love Teaching. But Is the Job Taking Too Much From You?Nobody becomes a music educator because they want to spend their evenings answering emails, worrying about budgets, planning fundraisers, organizing trips, or lying awake thinking about everything they didn't get done.We do it because we love changing students' lives.But somewhere along the way, many of us begin sacrificing our own health, relationships, and well-being in the process. We convince ourselves that's just part of the job.It doesn't have to be.I'm Lesley Moffat, host of the Band Director Boot Camp podcast, and after years of burnout that seriously impacted my own health, I discovered there was a better way. That's why I wrote I Love My Job, But It's Killing Me, a practical guide to helping educators reclaim their time, protect their well-being, and continue doing the work they love without sacrificing themselves.I'd love to send you a free copy.Visit mpowerededucator.com/freebook and take the first step toward amplifying your impact, not your workload.Support the showLearn more about Pass the BatonPass the Baton websiteJoin the Coffee ClubSupport Pass the BatonAmplify student voice with Exit Tickets for Self Reflection

In this episode, Coralia Glavas returns to unpack the emotional reality of moving through breakups, navigating anxious attachment, and why demonizing an ex often holds us back from true healing. We dive into the hard questions we are often too afraid to ask ourselves, the trap of falling into a victim mindset, and how seeking intentional discomfort fuels real personal growth. An honest, vulnerable conversation on learning to speak your truth, creating genuine community, and breaking the cycles that keep you stuck.-MORE FROM CORALIA:⁠https://www.instagram.com/lialiagla/⁠ (Instagram)⁠https://daily-deep.com/⁠ (Journaling Book)⁠https://www.instagram.com/storyofus.eu/⁠ (Retreats)-JOIN OUR NEXT FIRE WITHIN RETREAT AND MENTION "PODCAST" WHEN SIGNING UP TO GET A SPECIAL DEAL:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/d/cyfh-x92-gb4/axel-schura-retreat-2026⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-BOOK YOUR FREE CALL WITH US NOW AND JOIN AXEL SCHURA ACADEMY (Mention "PODCAST" when signing up to get your bonuses!):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://calendly.com/d/cnnv-vzs-wbg/evergreen-blueprint-axel-schura-academy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-MY BOOK IS NOW OUT AND AVAILABLE RIGHT NOW:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://axelschura.com/maybe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-MY WEBSITE:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://axelschura.com/⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-COACHING AND COMMUNITY:× 30 days FREE membership - change your life with my visualisation and meditation practices (new customers only):⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://axelschura.com/membership/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠× Free Webinar on easily scaling your Business to 10.000$ per Month:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://event.webinarjam.com/4ywv5/register/1ypn4cz⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-SOCIALS:× Podcast Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/theaxelschurashow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠× My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/axelschura⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠× You can find me and my content on all social media platforms, just follow this Linktree: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/axelschura⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠-00:00 - Catching Up, Multilingual Brains & Viral Episodes11:06 - Growing Up in Norway & Cold Exposure Traditions20:07 - Seeking Discomfort vs. Needing Comfort31:31 - Breaking Out of the Victim Mindset & Breakups43:03 - Defense Mechanisms & Speaking Your Truth in Conflict53:38 - Male & Female Friendships in Relationships1:07:22 - Childhood Framing & Escaping the Victim Narrative1:21:05 - "What Is It Like Being You Right Now?" & Digital Overwhelm1:33:41 - The Value of Normal Human Stories & Slow Life1:40:07 - Creating Community, Transformational Retreats & Final Advice

A vibrant community is one that is engaged, connected and in conversation, and providing places for that to happen is essential. So we head to Chapters, a Berlin bookshop with a mission; Bold Tendencies, a South London arts organisation breaking down the barriers between artist and audience; and Cinema Akil in Dubai, which has become a place of refuge during a turbulent year.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You spend countless hours perfecting your work, yet your posts keep tumbling into a sea of silent scrollers and soul-crushing algorithms.    In this episode, our podcast marketing specialist, Lina, joins me to unlock the exact digital strategy we used to transform a modest following into a devoted community of over eleven thousand supporters.    Hit play right now to steal our exact marketing blueprint and turn passive scrollers into lifelong champions of your creative journey.    Chapters 00:00  Best Platforms for Different Types of Creatives 01:45  How Artists Should Engage Online 03:08  Spotting AI vs. True Authenticity 03:46  Building an Audience: Instagram to Substack Strategy 05:50  Essential Tips for Standing Out Online 08:24  Sponsor Message: iCode 08:52  YouTube and Multi-Platform Distribution 09:46 Must-Have Tools for Social Media Growth 11:44  Major Social Media Mistakes to Avoid 13:35  Building Genuine Relationships with Your Audience 16:43  Wrapping Up with Lina Listen to the show on your favorite streaming platform! Apple Podcast: http://bit.ly/4fcopgQSpotify: http://bit.ly/4fdkiBs Support the Show Website: http://www.martineseverin.comFollow on Instagram: @martine.severin | @thisishowwecreate_ Subscribe to the Newsletter: http://www.martineseverin.substack.com   This is How We Create is produced by Martine Severin. This episode was edited by Daniel Espinosa. Podcast show art is designed by Violetta Encarnación. Music by Timothy Infinite.   Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts Leave a review Follow us on social media Share with fellow creatives  

Bennington wouldn't be the same without Cup & Cone, the custard/coffee shop that has become a community hub since it opened in 2023. But getting the shop up and running wasn't easy; in fact, owners Amber and Jeremy Tkaczuk knew almost nothing about ice cream and coffee when they started it! The couple, along with their oldest daughter, Thea, discuss the difficulties and joys of opening and operating the shop, the R&D process behind their inventive lattes and coffees, and how the family dynamic has evolved now that they're in business together. Restaurant: Cup & Cone

In this episode, host Seth O'Brien, CP, FAAOP(D), welcomes David Patterson, MS, CO, LO, founder of GOAL Pediatric Orthotics and chair of the American Academy of Orthotists and Prosthetists' new Pediatric Society, to discuss the need for greater education, collaboration, and support in pediatric orthotics. Patterson explains why pediatric care can be challenging for clinicians who see children as only a small portion of their caseload and how the new Society aims to build confidence through mentorship, shared learning, and expanded educational resources. They also explore advances such as 3D printing, the need for stronger pediatric orthotics research and best practices, and the importance of recognizing that treating children requires a different approach shaped by growth, family involvement, and compliance.   O&P Clinical Care Insiders is produced by Association Briefings.

Beth Cash, a registrar at Virtua Voorhees Hospital's surgical department, helps make a stressful day a little easier for patients and their families by providing guidance and a reassuring presence. Beyond Virtua, Beth is the founder of She Runs Wild, a women's hiking and adventure community that builds meaningful connection through shared experiences. Her commitment to giving back extends further, as she organizes multiple donation drives to support local organizations.   Whether she's welcoming families at Virtua or creating opportunities to serve others, Beth leads with compassion and kindness to make a positive difference on and off the trail. Click to view the episode.

This month on Together We Win, President Steve Clark and VP Kerry Miller are joined by entrepreneur and chef Tambo Barrow, founder of BRED in Lower Mills and the visionary behind the newly reimagined BRED Bar in Kendall Square. What started as a neighborhood burger spot has grown into a celebrated brand known for its bold Caribbean and Cajun-inspired flavors, community focus, and entrepreneurial spirit. Tambo shares his journey from building BRED from the ground up to expanding into a vibrant new dining and hospitality concept. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur, a foodie, or someone inspired by stories of perseverance and innovation, this conversation is one you won't want to miss.

Network For Hope is in the community this weekend sharing information about Organ, eye, and Tissue donation and registering new donors to join the mission of saving lives.   Resources: Donatelifeky.org https://getoffthelist.org/ https://www.networkforhope.org/ https://www.networkforhope.org/about-us/ https://www.networkforhope.org/stories-of-hope/ https://www.facebook.com/NetworkForHopeOPO https://www.youtube.com/@NetworkforHope. https://aopo.org/ RegisterMe.org/NetworkforHope

Sophie Blackall, illustrator of over 50 children's books, takes us into the world of Milkwood, her community of illustrators in the Catskills. Join Sam Cotterill and Lee White to discover the importance of connection for artists to stay inspired, get unstuck, and never stop experimenting.

In this episode, Alan speaks with Jens Notroff about the groundbreaking discoveries at Göbekli Tepe, one of the world's oldest monumental archaeological sites. They explore what its remarkable stone architecture, animal imagery, and material culture reveal about the social organization, ritual practices, and symbolic lives of hunter-gatherers more than 12,000 years ago. The conversation also examines how ongoing research is reshaping our understanding of the origins of monumentality, cooperation, and the transition to settled life. Transcripts For a rough transcript head over to: https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/rockart/169 Links The APN Awards - Nominations Open! Jens Notroff wesbite Jens Notroff academic papers Göbekli Tepe, Türkei: Die Arbeiten der Jahre 2014 (Herbst) und 2015 Building Monuments, Creating Communities. Early monumental architecture at Pre-Pottery Neolithic Göbekli Tepe. Contact Dr. Alan Garfinkel avram1952@yahoo.com Dr. Alan Garfinkel's Website Support Dr. Garfinkel on Patreon ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates and Sponsors Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, Alan speaks with Jens Notroff about the groundbreaking discoveries at Göbekli Tepe, one of the world's oldest monumental archaeological sites. They explore what its remarkable stone architecture, animal imagery, and material culture reveal about the social organization, ritual practices, and symbolic lives of hunter-gatherers more than 12,000 years ago. The conversation also examines how ongoing research is reshaping our understanding of the origins of monumentality, cooperation, and the transition to settled life. Transcripts For a rough transcript head over to: https://www.archaeologypodcastnetwork.com/rockart/169 Links The APN Awards - Nominations Open! Jens Notroff wesbite Jens Notroff academic papers Göbekli Tepe, Türkei: Die Arbeiten der Jahre 2014 (Herbst) und 2015 Building Monuments, Creating Communities. Early monumental architecture at Pre-Pottery Neolithic Göbekli Tepe. Contact Dr. Alan Garfinkel avram1952@yahoo.com Dr. Alan Garfinkel's Website Support Dr. Garfinkel on Patreon ArchPodNet APN Website: https://www.archpodnet.com APN on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/archpodnet APN on Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/archpodnet APN on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/archpodnet APN Shop Affiliates and Sponsors Motion Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Freedom to Know: Creating Community with Ambedkar, Du Bois, Iqbal, Ramabai and Tagore (Edinburgh University Press, 2025) asks how a (world) community can be created to allow structural minorities equitable access to intellectual and material resources Draws on a range of primary sources Brings the work of W.E.B. Du Bois into conversation with his Indian contemporaries Adds a novel historical perspective to recent scholarship on critical social epistemology Diversifies current ways of doing Indian philosophy Abstract: In this book, Monika Kirloskar-Steinbach studies how Bhimrao Ambedkar (1891-1956), W.E.B. Du Bois (1868-1963), Mohammed Iqbal (1877-1938), Pandita Ramabai (1858-1922) and Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) diagnose the epistemic oppression they perceive and experience, their analysis of the coloniality of being as its cause, and their proposals to counter it. Kirloskar-Steinbach explores how these voices seek to co-create a space in which they can experience what it means to be free from the conceptual domination of academic frameworks, relish that freedom with their collaborators and, in the equal participation that that space affords, develop open-ended concepts that help them to resist the coloniality of being. Jessica Zu's personal reflection: This book models for readers and scholars alike on how to practice "hermeneutical democracy." The notion of hermeneutical philosophy resonates strongly with Artruso Escobar's philosophy of "pluri-verse" instead of Eurocentric metaphysics of "uni-verse", Roger Ames's "zeotology" or philosophy of the living in Chinese traditions, and Brook Ziporyn's mystical atheism against the dominant paradigm of "nous as arché". 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

Freedom to Know: Creating Community with Ambedkar, Du Bois, Iqbal, Ramabai and Tagore (Edinburgh University Press, 2025) asks how a (world) community can be created to allow structural minorities equitable access to intellectual and material resources Draws on a range of primary sources Brings the work of W.E.B. Du Bois into conversation with his Indian contemporaries Adds a novel historical perspective to recent scholarship on critical social epistemology Diversifies current ways of doing Indian philosophy Abstract: In this book, Monika Kirloskar-Steinbach studies how Bhimrao Ambedkar (1891-1956), W.E.B. Du Bois (1868-1963), Mohammed Iqbal (1877-1938), Pandita Ramabai (1858-1922) and Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) diagnose the epistemic oppression they perceive and experience, their analysis of the coloniality of being as its cause, and their proposals to counter it. Kirloskar-Steinbach explores how these voices seek to co-create a space in which they can experience what it means to be free from the conceptual domination of academic frameworks, relish that freedom with their collaborators and, in the equal participation that that space affords, develop open-ended concepts that help them to resist the coloniality of being. Jessica Zu's personal reflection: This book models for readers and scholars alike on how to practice "hermeneutical democracy." The notion of hermeneutical philosophy resonates strongly with Artruso Escobar's philosophy of "pluri-verse" instead of Eurocentric metaphysics of "uni-verse", Roger Ames's "zeotology" or philosophy of the living in Chinese traditions, and Brook Ziporyn's mystical atheism against the dominant paradigm of "nous as arché". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/critical-theory

Freedom to Know: Creating Community with Ambedkar, Du Bois, Iqbal, Ramabai and Tagore (Edinburgh University Press, 2025) asks how a (world) community can be created to allow structural minorities equitable access to intellectual and material resources Draws on a range of primary sources Brings the work of W.E.B. Du Bois into conversation with his Indian contemporaries Adds a novel historical perspective to recent scholarship on critical social epistemology Diversifies current ways of doing Indian philosophy Abstract: In this book, Monika Kirloskar-Steinbach studies how Bhimrao Ambedkar (1891-1956), W.E.B. Du Bois (1868-1963), Mohammed Iqbal (1877-1938), Pandita Ramabai (1858-1922) and Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) diagnose the epistemic oppression they perceive and experience, their analysis of the coloniality of being as its cause, and their proposals to counter it. Kirloskar-Steinbach explores how these voices seek to co-create a space in which they can experience what it means to be free from the conceptual domination of academic frameworks, relish that freedom with their collaborators and, in the equal participation that that space affords, develop open-ended concepts that help them to resist the coloniality of being. Jessica Zu's personal reflection: This book models for readers and scholars alike on how to practice "hermeneutical democracy." The notion of hermeneutical philosophy resonates strongly with Artruso Escobar's philosophy of "pluri-verse" instead of Eurocentric metaphysics of "uni-verse", Roger Ames's "zeotology" or philosophy of the living in Chinese traditions, and Brook Ziporyn's mystical atheism against the dominant paradigm of "nous as arché". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/intellectual-history

Freedom to Know: Creating Community with Ambedkar, Du Bois, Iqbal, Ramabai and Tagore (Edinburgh University Press, 2025) asks how a (world) community can be created to allow structural minorities equitable access to intellectual and material resources Draws on a range of primary sources Brings the work of W.E.B. Du Bois into conversation with his Indian contemporaries Adds a novel historical perspective to recent scholarship on critical social epistemology Diversifies current ways of doing Indian philosophy Abstract: In this book, Monika Kirloskar-Steinbach studies how Bhimrao Ambedkar (1891-1956), W.E.B. Du Bois (1868-1963), Mohammed Iqbal (1877-1938), Pandita Ramabai (1858-1922) and Rabindranath Tagore (1861-1941) diagnose the epistemic oppression they perceive and experience, their analysis of the coloniality of being as its cause, and their proposals to counter it. Kirloskar-Steinbach explores how these voices seek to co-create a space in which they can experience what it means to be free from the conceptual domination of academic frameworks, relish that freedom with their collaborators and, in the equal participation that that space affords, develop open-ended concepts that help them to resist the coloniality of being. Jessica Zu's personal reflection: This book models for readers and scholars alike on how to practice "hermeneutical democracy." The notion of hermeneutical philosophy resonates strongly with Artruso Escobar's philosophy of "pluri-verse" instead of Eurocentric metaphysics of "uni-verse", Roger Ames's "zeotology" or philosophy of the living in Chinese traditions, and Brook Ziporyn's mystical atheism against the dominant paradigm of "nous as arché". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/south-asian-studies

In this week's show we'll be discussing some of the latest headlines like the Origins Game Fair, share what's on our minds including game complexity and the difficulty of reviewing games. We're gonna compete to guess games in redacted reviews, and we'll finish off the episode with a roundup of some of the games we've played recently, such as Root, First Class Letters, and Paper World!00:00:20 - Introduction to Board Game Radio00:01:30 - Follow-Up on Schaudenfreude Game00:09:31 - Podcast Growth and YouTube Appeal00:11:02 - This Week in Gaming: Origins Game Fair Highlights00:11:43 - Origins Award Winners Discussion00:19:21 - Attending Origins In The Future00:25:13 - Creating Community in Board Game Retailing00:28:03 - What's On Your Mind? The Essence of Game Reviews00:39:06 - Understanding Complexity in Board Games00:47:17 - Redacted Reviews01:01:51 - Monthly Game Roundup01:02:21 - Root01:07:54 - First Class Letters01:13:47 - Azul01:15:20 - Paper World01:21:06 - Wingspan - Digital

We were so lucky to get to chat with the one and only Tracy Yong this month about all things marketing, printing and community. We love hearing all the behind the scenes things, and we know you will too!We can't wait for you all to tune in. But first, here's more about Tracey:Tracy is a strategist and marketing communications leader based in Naarm/Melbourne. As the brand manager of FolioFox, she leads the content, brand, and marketing strategy for the business, writing with the purpose of guiding aspiring authors and small businesses toward their goals in print.About FolioFox: FolioFox is a Melbourne-based commercial printer specialising in high-quality book and publication printing. Built on more than eight years of proven craftsmanship, FolioFox combines local production with modern technology to help authors, publishers, and businesses create books that inspire and endure. Guided by the tagline Print Your Potential, FolioFox delivers personalised service, outcome-driven solutions, and a commitment to keeping exceptional printing proudly Australian.https://www.instagram.com/foliofoxaustralia/https://www.foliofox.com.au/

On today's episode, Dr. Mark Costes sits down with Lilly Larsen live from Thrive Live 2026 in Vegas to talk about how she has carved out a unique, relationship-driven role as a Henry Schein field sales consultant. Lilly shares how she entered dental from a non-clinical background, leaned into her marketing experience, and built a business-minded approach that goes far beyond supplies and equipment.  She discusses the importance of live events, community building, strategic partnerships, and helping dentists have bigger conversations about their practices, goals, and growth. Dr. Costes and Lilly also explore her origin story, the influence of her father's entrepreneurial career shift, her time as a collegiate swimmer, and how discipline, discomfort, and competitiveness shaped her professional path. Lilly also explains how she is setting boundaries, creating better systems, and focusing more deeply on startup practices, acquisitions, and doctors who want a true consultant rather than a transactional sales rep. Be sure to check out the full episode from the Dentalpreneur Podcast! EPISODE RESOURCES https://www.henryschein.com https://www.truedentalsuccess.com Dental Success Network Subscribe to The Dentalpreneur Podcast

Today's episode is about going back to basics, full circle moments, and a new chapter intertwining with the old. Rachel has just launched a summer retreat after some serendipitous circumstances. It has her reminiscing back to her twenties when her and Dennis first launched retreats together from their kitchen table. She shares some old stories and why she's feeling so nostalgic: she now feels integrated back into a sense of community that she somehow lost along the way. Rachel has been great at creating community and then standing on the outside of it. She shares some reasons why she has felt this way, and why this new season of her life at the farm feels like something she can be included in as well. If you are longing for a shift in your life, or if you've felt stuck or stagnant, this episode will help you remember that there is an answer out there if you go looking for it. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Every first Friday of the month, Kurt Francom hosts Zion Lab Live, where we review the latest happenings and conversations taking place in Zion Lab and across our online community. Kurt highlights key posts, trending discussions, and new podcast episodes—offering insights, context, and opportunities for deeper engagement. Jump into Zion Lab: https://app.leadingsaints.org/ In this episode, Kurt and livestream guests discuss the challenges faced by young married adults in the Church, particularly their faith and social dynamics. The conversation also touches on Mother’s Day experiences and the importance of intellectual engagement in church settings. Links & Resources

In a relatively short time, The Nook & Hobby, located in Ennis, has become more than just a place to pick up the latest cards, miniatures, and dice. The shop, which opened at the beginning of May, has evolved into a gathering place for a growing community of players, hobbyists, and newcomers who share a passion for tabletop gaming. To tell us more, Alan Morrissey was joined by Dan Slattery, the owner of the Nook & Hobby. Photo (c): Michael Kenny Visuals via The Nook & Hobby

In this episode of The Community Cast, Dottie Chalmers Cutter sits down with Heather Nyquist, wedding and branding photographer and director of Maine Women in Business. Heather shares how her creative work and experience as an entrepreneur led her to build a growing community centered on connection, support, and collaboration. They talk about the power of showing up authentically, building confidence, and creating spaces where women feel seen and valued—both in business and beyond. If you've ever felt like you're building something on your own or want to better understand how community and creativity go hand in hand, this episode is for you.

Stephanie Georges is the co-founder of The Meraki Dignity Project, a women's movement dedicated to restoring dignity, with an immersive AI-enabled platform for women over 50 navigating key life transitions with intention. A Harvard Advanced Leadership Initiative Senior Fellow, Stephanie is a seasoned executive and strategist with four decades of experience guiding organizations through disruption, reinvention and large-scale transformation. She began her career as a top-ranked Wall Street analyst during the telecom deregulation era before moving into C-suite roles in telecommunications and technology.

Have you ever felt unfulfilled, as if you were just going through the motions of midlife?You are NOT ALONE.These feelings aren't random.  They are invitations to realign with your purpose that is evolving.In this episode, I discuss how breaking down in tears in between seeing patients in the office was a breakthrough for me to face my truth....my purpose was changing and I developed courage to own it.Topics covered:00:00 Purpose After Pause: A New Beginning10:07 The Journey of Self-Discovery19:48 Creating Community and Connection24:01 Invitation to 50 Shades of MelaninKey Takeaways:Feeling off in your body is a signal to listen.Community helps us feel seen and supported.Allow space for your evolution to flourish.Have you bought your ticket to 50 Shades of Melanin: A Midlife Movement yet?!If you are a high-achieving midlife Black woman who feel a shift coming—in your purpose, your identity, your direction—-and you're ready to meet it with clarity and courage.If you are a high-achieving midlife Black woman who is navigating perimenopause, menopause, or significant health changes and want real information — not dismissal.If you are a high-achieving midlife Black woman carrying an invisible load….Between aging parents, your children, your relationships, and your career — you're holding everything for everyone.If you are a high-achieving midlife Black woman who is craving rest and renewal. You've been going and going. You're ready for a sacred pause — a place to breathe, to be still, to restore.Then, 50 Shades of Melanin: A Midlife Movement is for YOU.Mark your calendar for Sunday, June 14th and join us! Reserve your seat here! Early bird discount ends April 30th.Subscribe to my website www.drjoyel.com to get updates about the event as we get closer!!I can't wait to see you there!#purpose #midlifetransitions  #evolution #midlifeblackwomen #midlife #MenopauseWellness #Innerwork #Resilience #SelfAwareness #Gratitude #Menopause #PrioritizeYOU #Caregiving #SelfAdvocacy #MenopauseMoguls #Changeyourresponse  #Perimenopause   #OvercomingChallenges #WomenEmpowerment  #blackwomeninbusiness #wellnesscoaching   #over40women #over50womenPlease Leave a 5-star Review  & Share!!And don't forget to SUBSCRIBE so you can catch the next episode! 

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If you are interested in sharing a house with like minded women or want to live out of home but are finding it hard to take the next step contact Qwayne to see if she has the right fit for you. Send her a message at qwayneguevara over on instagram.Have you booked your tickets for this years Dwell retreat?Come and join like minded women seeking, faith, formation and friendship Book today for May 16th Dwell Retreathttps://www.trybooking.com/DJNLY

“I'm Speaking.”….says your body.In this episode, I discuss how midlife women can listen to their bodies, understand the signals of change, and advocate for their health amidst systemic gaps. I also touch on the importance of self-awareness, language, and community in navigating midlife transitions.Topics covered:00:00 Understanding Body Signals in Midlife10:12 The Importance of Listening to Your Body18:16 Bridging the Gap in Healthcare for Black Women24:43 Creating Community and Advocacy in MidlifeKey Takeaways:Your body is not broken, it's speaking to you.Give yourself permission to sit down and be.Your body is giving you signals for a reason.If you are a high-achieving Black woman 35+ who is navigating the complexities of midlife and wondering what your body is trying to tell you then what comes next. If you are a high-achieving midlife Black woman who is navigating perimenopause, menopause, or significant health changes and want real information — not dismissal.If you are a high-achieving midlife Black woman carrying an invisible load….Between aging parents, your children, your relationships, and your career — you're holding everything for everyone.If you are a high-achieving midlife Black woman who is craving rest and renewal. You've been going and going. You're ready for a sacred pause — a place to breathe, to be still, to restore.If you are a high-achieving midlife Black woman who feel a shift coming—in your purpose, your identity, your direction—-and you're ready to meet it with clarity and courage.Then, 50 Shades of Melanin: A Midlife Movement is for YOU.Mark your calendar for Sunday, June 14th and join us! Reserve your seat here! Early bird discount ends April 30th.Subscribe to my website www.drjoyel.com to get updates about the event as we get closer!!I can't wait to see you there!#bodylanguage #midlifetransitions  #systemicgaps #adaptation #womeninmidlife #MenopauseWellness #Innerwork #Resilience #SelfAwareness #Gratitude #Menopause #Midlife #PrioritizeYOU #Caregiving #SelfAdvocacy #MenopauseMoguls #hotflashes #Changeyourresponse  #Perimenopause   #OvercomingChallenges #WomenEmpowerment  #blackwomeninbusiness #wellnesscoaching   #midlifeblackwomen #over40women #over50womenPlease Leave a 5-star Review  & Share!!And don't forget to SUBSCRIBE so you can catch the next episode! 

In this episode of The Grow Your Occupancy Podcast, Julie Podewitz, CEO & Founder of Grow Your Occupancy, talks with Tom Bahrman, Principal of Tenfold Senior Living, to explore what it really takes to achieve and sustain exceptional communities and high occupancy in senior living. Tom shares how Tenfold has built a strong culture centered on community, resident experience, team engagement, and operational clarity—resulting in one community exceeding 96% occupancy and another reaching 100% occupancy. Together, Julie and Tom discuss the importance of delivering an outstanding resident experience, creating clear distinctions between marketing and sales roles, establishing benchmarks, coaching sales teams consistently, and leading with both accountability and appreciation. This conversation is packed with insights for senior living leaders who want to improve occupancy by strengthening their people, processes, culture, and sales systems. It is a thoughtful look at how curiosity, collaboration, and commitment can help communities move from good results to great ones.

Here are three food-related interviews from the Morning Show archives. Part One: "Baking at Home with the C.I.A." (CIA stands for the Culinary Institute of America." Part Two: "Soup Night: Recipes for Creating Community around a Pot of Soup." Part Three: "Smashed, Mashed, Boiled and Baked - and Fried, Too; a Celebration of Potatoes in 75 Irresistible Recipes."

What does it look like to chase a Boston Qualifier while raising kids, working full-time, and building a running community from the ground up?In this episode, I'm joined by Carolyn Bollozos, a marathoner, Ironman finisher, working mom of two, and founder of GP Mother Runners — a thriving community of women balancing motherhood and endurance sport.Carolyn shares her journey from running her first turkey trot in college to completing three Ironmans, and now preparing for her 8th marathon with the goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon.We talk about the realities of pursuing big running goals while juggling career, family, and training — and how community can make the entire journey more meaningful.Carolyn also shares how moving from San Francisco to Michigan inspired her to create GP Mother Runners, a group that has grown to more than 40 members and recently became a nonprofit organization.In this episode we discuss:Carolyn's journey from casual runner to Ironman athleteThe pursuit of a Boston Marathon QualifierHow working with a coach helped identify training blind spotsChoosing the right race for a BQ attemptBalancing marathon training with career and motherhoodThe power of running communities for womenHow GP Mother Runners grew into a thriving nonprofit running groupWhy running continues to play such a meaningful role in this stage of lifeIf you're a runner chasing your next breakthrough, navigating the balance of life and training, or looking for deeper connection through running — this episode will inspire you.Follow Carolyn on InstagramResources & Links:Work with Coach Sara + the Elevate Your Running Coaching Team  – Coaching and Programelevateyourrunning.comInstagram – Join the CommunityElevateyourrunning and sayrahrunshappyWhere to Listen:Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube Music | YouTube Channel If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Share your thoughts on how coaching has impacted your journey on social media using #elevateyourrunning. Do you want to be an inclusive insider? Help support the Elevate Your Running Podcast! Get exclusive content, Sara's training updates, Q + A coaching advice, and more through this platform! PARTNER DISCOUNTS AND LINKS:Boulderthon 2026: save $20 off the marathon or half marathon with code SARA20Dynamic Runner:⁠ code SAYRAHRUNSHAPPY for 10% off your subscriptionSenitas Athletics: save 15% off your total order using the link attachedCheribundi: code ELEVATE for 15% offSkratch Labs - Use this code for 20% off your next order!

In episode 108, Theresa and Kathryn sit down with Illinois band directors Kyle Rinke and Jaime Escatel to explore what it really means to center learners and cultivate student agency in music classrooms. Kyle shares how his early, competition-driven mindset gradually shifted after realizing that rankings and trophies weren't building the buy-in or belonging he hoped for. By moving away from chair placements and toward flexible grouping, peer mentorship, and shared leadership opportunities, he found that students not only played better, but felt more valued. Jaime reflects on his time as Kyle's student teacher and how those experiences shaped his own philosophy: if students feel safe, seen, and connected, the music-making will follow.Throughout the conversation, Kyle and Jaime offer practical strategies for building community and ownership—from “question of the day” discussions and team-building challenges to student-led warmups, peer teaching, solo auditions decided by the ensemble, and structured opportunities for feedback. They emphasize that student-centered classrooms don't mean a lack of structure; rather, they require intentional routines, clear expectations, and space for student voice. Most importantly, they remind listeners that this work takes time. When teachers prioritize relationships, create meaningful leadership roles, and invite students into decision-making, they foster not only stronger ensembles, but stronger, more connected young musicians.Connect with Jaime and Kyle: krinke@nlsd122.orgescateja@u5d.orgLearn more about Pass the Baton: Pass the Baton website Join the Coffee ClubSupport Pass the BatonAmplify student voice with Exit Tickets for Self Reflection

Rodger Deevers knows he’s a lucky man. He’s a financial advisor in Eugene with all his basic needs met — and then some. But in 2023, after he and his wife took a vacation to the island of Curaçao off the Venezuelan coast, he wanted to bring some of the sense of community and vibrant public art back to the Eugene-Springfield area — and contribute to area nonprofits.  He says he didn’t know quite how to begin, so he just started with an idea for one mural, at nonprofit NextStep Recycling, and decided to see if people were interested in helping him paint it. Dozens of people showed up — and the nonprofit was thrilled to have a mural on a space that would otherwise have remained unadorned. Deevers calls the project Lucky Enough Social Club, and now has a system of sorts, and volunteers who show up to paint. But he does most of the legwork, outreach and designing of the mural, in collaboration with whatever nonprofit is getting painted. He says he’s seen the transformative power of creativity in the people who show up to volunteer, and calling attention to mental health and suicide prevention is one of the biggest motivations driving him. We first spoke with Deevers in July 2025 about the creation of the club and how he hopes to see it grow in the future.

Mike Brcic is an entrepreneur, adventurer, and community-builder. He is the founder of Wayfinders, an organization that helps high-performing entrepreneurs and leaders find greater meaning, connection, and happiness through curated adventures and experiences. Mike previously founded Sacred Rides, which he built into the "#1 Mountain Bike Tour Company on Earth" according to National Geographic Adventure. His personal journey through entrepreneurial success, depression, and the search for deeper fulfillment informs his current mission: helping people find their own path to joy and purpose. Mike Brcic joined host Robert Glazer on the Elevate Podcast to discuss finding meaning beyond success, his personal journey through entrepreneurial success, depression, and the search for deeper fulfillment informs his current mission: helping people find their own path to joy and purpose. Thank you to the sponsors of The Elevate Podcast Shopify: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠shopify.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Masterclass: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠masterclass.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Framer: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠framer.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Northwest Registered Agent: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠northwestregisteredagent.com/elevatefree⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Indeed: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠indeed.com/elevate⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Vanguard: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vanguard.com/audio⁠⁠⁠ Notion: ⁠⁠⁠notion.com/elevate Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

“Elation and connection” are two of the side effects of communal singing, and for over four decades, Kate Munger has been writing songs to be sung in tender and difficult moments–at the bedside of the dying, in prisons, and now at gatherings to repair democracy. We talk with Kate about what makes a good communal song, her writing process, how song can transform a negatively charged moment, and what are some of the challenges for communal singing in this moment.Kate Munger has been passionate about community singing since she was 8 years old at Girl Scout Camp and has led community singing now for over 45 years. In 2000 she founded the first of now 200 Threshold Choirs around the world, singing at the bedsides of people who are dying. Now retired from running the Threshold Choir, Kate has returned to her passions of writing songs for medicinal use and singing for people in coma and with folks who are incarcerated she is offering monthly free sessions to learn 60 new songs to sing on the way to, at and from protests to repair democracy, called “Hate Has No Home Here.” An email to Kate (kateamunger@gmail.com) will sign you up. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit emergingform.substack.com/subscribe

Creating green spaces for our cities and community gardens for residents are ways to bring pockets of nature into our urban landscapes. By strengthening social ties, they bring neighbours together, foster a sense of belonging, and create supportive, multicultural networks, transforming neighbourhoods and empowering residents to reshape the way cities think about green space. Naveep Deol, trustee of the National Park City Foundation and chair of the London National Park City, is a passionate advocate for greener cities, the community gardening movement, and how these shared green spaces can act as small sanctuaries that nurture both personal and community health. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this Marketing Over Coffee: Learn about building Brandoms, Creating Community, and How to Hold It All Together! Direct Link to File Her new book is: Transforming Customer–Brand Relationships: Use Emotional Connection To Build Loyalty Check out the previous interview with Christina on her time at Hubspot and transition to on demand Chief Customer Officer […] The post Transforming Customer Brand Relationships with Christina Garnett appeared first on Marketing Over Coffee Marketing Podcast.

In this Marketing Over Coffee: Learn about building Brandoms, Creating Community, and How to Hold It All Together! Direct Link to File Her new book is: Transforming Customer–Brand Relationships: Use Emotional Connection To Build Loyalty Check out the previous interview with Christina on her time at Hubspot and transition to on demand Chief Customer Officer […] The post Transforming Customer-Brand Relationships with Christina Garnett appeared first on Marketing Over Coffee Marketing Podcast.

Eighteen years in, and we're still in the middle of reinvention. From starting Hilliard Studio Method in borrowed spaces to navigating real estate pressure and big-city change, this conversation gets honest about what it takes to build a business rooted in community; not ego or profit. We talk about aging without apology, trusting yourself when the noise gets loud, and why protecting the people who make your business what it is will always come first. If you're building something from the heart and refusing to let fear run the show, this one's for you.   Local Charlotte Businesses You Can Support: Supperland – A Plaza Midwood restaurant in a restored church, run by Jeff Tonidandel & Jamie Brown, who invest in community and historic preservation Laurel Market – A beloved neighborhood deli and market with decades of Charlotte history, now entering a new chapter as it relocates after 35+ years Bond Street Wines – A local wine shop and tasting room that brings people together over thoughtfully curated bottles and community events   3 Truths About Building a Community-Driven Business: Lead with impact first, and let the money catch up. The strongest businesses aren't built by chasing profit; they're built by solving real problems for real people. When your work genuinely improves lives, financial success becomes a byproduct, not the goal. Reinvention is part of longevity, not a sign of failure. Every long-lasting business will be forced to evolve, by aging, markets, or circumstances beyond your control. The key isn't avoiding change, but adapting without abandoning the values that made your business matter in the first place. Community doesn't live in a building, it lives in trust. Spaces may change and platforms may shift, but people stay where they feel seen! Whether in person or online, consistency, care, and connection are what turn customers into a community.  

In Flourish: The Transformative Power of Creating Community, Daniel Coyle investigates the ecosystems in which humans do their best work—from sports teams, to the boardroom, and our daily lives.Daniel Coyle is the author of multiple New York Times bestsellers, in which he explores how people and groups grow, perform, and flourish. He combines immersive field reporting with behavioral science to create practical frameworks for building skill, culture, and meaningful connection.In his conversation with Adam Job, senior director at the BCG Henderson Institute, he discusses his definition of flourishing, how to find moments of stillness in our turbulent world, and how leaders can balance efficiency with the disorder that fosters creativity.Key topics discussed: 01:03 | The definition of flourishing09:13 | Finding moments of reflection and stillness16:41 | Crisis as a trigger for flourishing19:52 | Messiness and creativity26:39 | Balancing disorder and efficiency29:40 | A starting point for leadersAdditional inspirations from Daniel Coyle:The Culture Playbook: 60 Highly Effective Actions to Help Your Group Succeed (Random House Audio, 2022)The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups (Bantam, 2018)The Talent Code: Greatness Isn't Born. It's Grown. Here's How. (Bantam, 2009)

On this episode of GoalChat, host Debra Eckerling talks about creating community with Nina Amir, KeishaMarie Douglas, and Marc Mawhinney. Nina is author of Change the World One Book at a Time, KeishaMarie is founder of Veteran WingWomen.Org, and Marc Mawhinney is founder of Natural Born Coaches and The Coaching Jungle Facebook group. The trio discussed the difference between creating community as an individual versus creating actual communities - Marc's are online, KeishaMarie's in person, and, as an author, Nina does both. They also shared their takes on in-person and online connections, the value of being of service, and more. Goals - Marc: Talk up your community as often as possible; buy the domain for the name of your community and redirect it to your community. His is TheCoachingJungle.com - Nina: Do something to build community that you will enjoy and follow-through on. Start a live show, a podcast, writing a weekly blog post - KeishaMarie: Find a community, chat with a friend, find a wing-person for attending events Final Thoughts - KeishaMarie: Be authentic. Do the things - Nina: Be easily found - Marc: By taking action you become motivated. Take action Learn More About Nina Amir: NinaAmir.com KeishaMarie Douglas: KeishaMarieOnline.com Debra Eckerling: TheDEBMethod.com/blog TheBookProposalExpert.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Send us a textIn 2017, Ari Abramowitz, a veteran of the Netzach Yehuda Battalion and a dedicated IDF reservist, recognized a critical need. Every year, hundreds of Lone Soldiers return to the U.S. after their IDF service, only to face an overwhelming new challenge—reintegrating into civilian life without support. Ari founded Nevut to ensure these heroes wouldn't face that battle alone.https://www.instagram.com/nevutorg?igsh=NjFqcHd1b210amIxhttps://nevut.org/-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------https://wig-guru.com - Use Code 'Brainstorm' For 10% Offhttps://ourvillageny.org-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------For more Brainstorm go to...Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2aPCiuzsIoNKYt5jjv7RFT?si=67dfa56d4e764ee0Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brainstorm-with-sony-perlman/id1596925257Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@brainstormwithsonyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainstormwithsony

What if the goal of life wasn't comfort, success, or even happiness – but meaning?In this episode of Common Denominator, I sit down with Sann McCandless, a life and career coach who helps people design lives rooted in courage, intention, and self-trust. We explore why fear isn't something to overcome but something to walk alongside, how imposter syndrome is actually a sign of growth, and why the most meaningful lives are built in chapters – not linear paths.Sanni shares how intentional living starts with honest self-check-ins, why confidence isn't about ability but self-acceptance, and how nature plays a powerful role in regulating our nervous system and reconnecting us to presence. We also dive into relationships with high performers, parenting, and what it really means to live with perspective when life feels short and precious.This conversation is for anyone feeling stuck, burned out, or quietly craving a life that feels richer, braver, and more alive.In this episode you'll learn:- Why fear doesn't go away, and why that's okay- The real antidote to imposter syndrome- Why confidence is about self-acceptance, not competence- How nature restores presence and regulates the nervous system- The difference between comfort, meaning, and peak experiences- What courageous, intentional people truly have in common- How to live intentionally without being reckless or selfishIf you're questioning your path, your priorities, or what you actually want out of life — this episode will meet you right where you are.Like this episode? Leave a review here:https://ratethispodcast.com/commondenominatorTimestamps:00:00 – Introduction & The Power of the Mind and Reality02:15 – Intentional Living: Crafting Meaningful Lives06:10 – Courage and Overcoming Fear10:12 – Navigating Imposter Syndrome13:04 – The Dynamics of High-Performance Relationships25:29 – Creating Community with OutWild28:37 – The Importance of Nature in Our Lives32:18 – Living with Courage and IntentionFollow Sanni: Instagram: @sannimccandlessLearn more about her work: linktr.ee/sannihonnold

                                             Listen in as Erin and Edith discuss: How growing up in a tight-knit family shaped Edith's desire to create community and connection in both life and business. The importance of seeing people — truly hearing their stories and understanding how human dignity affects every decision they make. How hard seasons can become catalysts for finding purpose, building resilience, and creating support systems that strengthen entire communities. Edith's belief that leadership comes from generosity — giving time, attention, and encouragement even when life feels full. Building businesses that are heart-forward, aligned with service, and grounded in relationships that last.  …and much more!                                                   About Edith Espinola, a top-producing, award-winning Luxury Realtor and intuitive life coach who helps high-achieving women find homes that align with their values, vision, and next-level selves. As founder of the Espinola Real Estate Team at KW Bay Area Estates, Edith blends over 20 years of real estate success with a soulful, service-driven approach. Her clients, often executives and entrepreneurs, aren't just buying homes; they're creating sanctuaries. How to Connect With Edith Website: edithespinola.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edithespinola Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EspinolaRealEstateTeam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edith_espinola/

We reacted to the best (and worst!) advice you shared about navigating your twenties. From finding faith-filled mentors to practical hacks like travel credit cards, we covered it all—yes, even a slightly controversial convo about giving up a dog. We laughed, we disagreed, and we got real about everything from building community to trusting God's voice in seasons of uncertainty. Whether we're looking back on our twenties or walking through them now, this episode reminded us how important it is to stay rooted in Jesus, go all in with our people, and keep saying yes to what He's doing. In This Episode [00:00] Real Talk on Twenties: Chaos, Faith, and... Dog Drama?[06:00] Friendship, Mentors & Finding Women Who Sparkle for Jesus[10:30] Creating Community & Trusting God with the Next Right Thing[14:30] Travel Hacks, Gut Checks & Discernment vs. Desire[18:30] When You Feel Stuck: Pivoting, Surrendering, and Letting God Lead[24:00] Altar Moments, Obedience, and God's Faithfulness in the Unknown Thanks to Our Sponsors Brooklyn Bedding: Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠brooklynbedding.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and use our promo code FTG at checkout to get 30% off site wide. This offer is not available anywhere else. NIV Application Study Bible - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Grab your copy today!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Winshape: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn more or submit your application today⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠! If you'd like to partner with For The Girl as a sponsor, fill out our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Advertise With Us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ form! Follow us!

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