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Today, you'll learn about 17 things you can see and do in Wicklow, Ireland. Plus you'll hear music from Eimear Arkins, The Ciderhouse Rebellion and Kyle Carey. This is Folk Songs & Stories #295 0:14 - Eimear Arkins "Téir Abhaile Riú (Song)" from Here & There 3:47 - WELCOME TO FOLK SONGS & STORIES I am Marc Gunn. I'm a Celtic and Folk musician and also host of the Irish & Celtic Music Podcast, an hour-long radio show of some of the best indie Celtic music online. That was… If you're new to this show, please subscribe. You can do that PubSong.com or Just send an email to follow@celtfather. Looks like you get a bonus episode this month. I'm gonna share with you some cool things I found for County Wicklow in Ireland. We're driving through Wicklow for my Celtic Invasion of Wexford. I heard so many good things about Wicklow that I plan to stop there. Now time for your Sustainability tip for the day. Get on the Meatless Monday bandwagon A few years back, my wife decided we would add a meatless day to our meal schedule for the week. It took me a while to get used to it. But I gotta say I feel so much better because of it. Now I've come to realize I really don't need meat in my diet. Not that I don't eat it. But I don't feel the need to spend the money to do so. We went to the grocery store last week and the price of a steak was insane, like double what it used to be. Giving up meat can be difficult, but it's one of the most impactful things that anyone can do to lower their personal carbon footprint and send a bigger message about sustainability in our agricultural system. Now I eat mostly veggies. Garbanzos are a new favorite. We have a super simple recipe that makes yummy garbanzos to go on rice and veggies. I also make my hummus. I even found this great recipe for lentil pancakes. They're sooo good. There are so many great vegetarian and vegan recipes I found on YouTube. I'm eating them up. And yet, we still eat chicken and salmon and steak and carnitas depending on our mood. But it feels good to not feel stuffed full of meat. Oh.  Some good news. Last time, I mentioned getting involved with your local government. Good Newsletter reported. ​A bipartisan coalition of 24 U.S. governors pledged to continue the country's work toward achieving Paris Agreement goals.Representing nearly 60% of the U.S. economy and 55% of the nation's population, Alliance members pledged to reduce collective greenhouse gas emissions by 26% below 2005 levels by 2025, a target it is on track to achieve The Goodnewsletter is created by Good Good Good. 8:52 - Marc Gunn “Naked” from Come Adventure With Me Learn more about “Naked” in episode #278 Listen to a rough cut of Naked The song was written for In the ‘Verse show podcast #11. Vote: Favorite songs on Come Adventure With Me? 11:59 - UPCOMING SHOWS MAR 1: The Lost Druid Brewery, Avondale Estates, GA @ 6-9 PM MAR 16: The Wings Cafe & Tap House, Marietta, GA @ 3-7 PM MAR 17: The Wings Cafe & Tap House, Marietta, GA @ 6-9:30 PM APR 4-6, StellarFest, Duluth, GA APR 12-13: Sherwood Forest Faire, Paige, TX APR 19-20: Sherwood Forest Faire, Paige, TX APR 25-27: Jordan Con, Atlanta, GA MAY 3: Maggie McGuinness Pub, Huntsville, AL JUN 21-28: Celtic Invasion of Wexford, Ireland JUL 19: Fiddler's Green Coffeehouse Concert series @ 8 PM SEP 24-28: ALEP 6, Harrodsburg, KY 13:24 - LATEST NEWS See pictures from my Celtic Invasion of Scotland's Whiskey I have pictures from Stirling Castle, Dewar Aberfledy, and even Falkirk, and Blair Athol Distillery Merch of the Month: Limited Edition Album Pins for Come Adventure With Me. Come Adventure With Me is my latest solo album. It features some of my best songwriting yet, if I do say so myself. Like for instance that song “Naked” I wrote, a song about emotional vulnerability. I have a new Album Pin coming out shortly. Well, two actually. They are in my store. Whoever buys one will get both versions. But there are only a handful of both. They use the dragon design that came out with the original release. But they are both made entirely of wood instead of enamel. You buy one, you get both. But only a handful of both will be available. I'm testing them out. And I'd LOVE your feedback. Which do you prefer? Find a link to order them in the shownotes. 15:26 - THANK YOU GUNN RUNNERS

If you've been looking for a sign to change your life, this is it. As you've probably figured out by now, life isn't a linear line. It's full of ups and downs, uncertainty, and confusion; however, what guides us through is intentionality. That's what illustrator and author Adam J. Kurtz's fourth book, You Are Here (For Now): A Guide to Finding Your Way, tackles. In it are essays and illustrations aimed to help readers with personal transformation — instead of simply living life getting through it day by day, Kurtz wants you to actually enjoy where you are and who you are. As a best-selling designer, artist, and public speaker (whose work has been featured in the New Yorker, NYLON, and more), Adam has dedicated his whole life to finding the humor, truth, and optimism in being alive. He channels the lessons he's learned through his art and wants you to know that it's all going to be okay. His art and stationary brand has been sold all over the world and he's amassed a big social media following through his work in mental health. In this episode, Adam J. Kurtz talks to us about what purpose really means to him and how we're never as alone as we feel. Guest: Adam J. Kurtz, author of You Are Here (For Now): A Guide to Finding Your Way Order You Are Here (For Now) on Bookshop or Amazon and follow Adam J. Kurtz on Instagram and Twitter Sponsor: For purpose-driven brands and organizations looking for an agency specializing in collaborative problem solving and expert craftsmanship — learn more about Moon March moonmarch.com. Sponsor: Listen to the podcast Breaking Glass at breakingglasspodcast.com/good. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new https://goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at https://goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a subscriber and get the Goodnewspaper at https://goodgoodgood.co/subscribe

The gap between good intentions and real change is a big one to fill. While many companies are interested in making their workplaces more diverse, it's not enough to simply want more inclusion. It takes real systemic change to transform any professional setting into an equitable one and many value-driven organizations find themselves stuck at being just short of making real progress. Thankfully, that's what our next guest is working to solve. Bethaney Wilkinson is the author of The Diversity Gap, a guide to instituting diversity efforts in workplaces. Bethaney's lived experience as a Black woman in Georgia has been a driving force in writing The Diversity Gap. She's spent over 10 years working with values-driven organizations to diversify their teams, serve their neighbors, and pursue social change with integrity and authenticity. She's also the founder of The Diversity Gap Academy, an online learning platform which aims to provide leaders with racial justice education. In this episode, Bethaney shares what racial justice means to her and how people can create an inclusive workplace environment where everyone can feel safe. Guest: Bethaney Wilkinson, author of The Diversity Gap and founder of the Diversity Gap Academy Order The Diversity Gap (Amazon) (Bookshop) and visit thediversitygap.com Sponsor: For purpose-driven brands and organizations looking for an agency specializing in collaborative problem solving and expert craftsmanship — learn more about Moon March moonmarch.com. Sponsor: Listen to the podcast Breaking Glass at breakingglasspodcast.com/good. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new https://goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at https://goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a subscriber and get the Goodnewspaper at https://goodgoodgood.co/subscribe

Develop for Good pairs students with nonprofits to use tech to make a difference. The founder of the organization, Mary Zhu, is no stranger to the experiences of underserved communities. She's the daughter of two Chinese immigrants and her cultural background was a huge driving force in helping see disparities in marginalized communities… and how to bridge those gaps. In high school, Mary even founded her first nonprofit organization — which aimed to sponsor children in underserved communities by selling cakes to the community. After spending four years at Stanford University, Mary noticed that technology and innovation weren't intersecting with nonprofit spaces — so she decided to change this on her own. Now, she's the co-founder and executive director of Develop for Good, a nonprofit program that “pairs, trains and supports student volunteers as they develop technical product solutions for nonprofits.” Students who are pros at technology are able to gain hands-on experience doing innovative and world-changing work for nonprofits. And nonprofits are able to take their work to the next level through technology. In this episode, Mary talks about how her childhood experiences impacted the work she does now, the value of social work, and the unique nature of her nonprofit — one that affords young people the chance to work in the tech industry without the financial burden Mary is so familiar with. Guest: Mary Zhu, co-founder and executive director of Develop for Good Visit Develop for Good's website, developforgood.org Sponsor: For purpose-driven brands and organizations looking for an agency specializing in collaborative problem solving and expert craftsmanship — learn more about Moon March moonmarch.com. Sponsor: Listen to the podcast Breaking Glass at breakingglasspodcast.com/good. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new https://goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at https://goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a subscriber and get the Goodnewspaper at https://goodgoodgood.co/subscribe

Growing up in the racially and economically segregated suburbs of Maryland, Patrice Berry found herself wanting to work in U.S. policy making after experiencing firsthand how hard it is for marginalized folks to finish school, get assistance, and provide for their families. She now works for the mayor of Oakland, California, working to improve local and state laws. It was there that she was inspired to found Assist Hub, an app that helps Californians access any public benefits they may be eligible for. As it turns out, there's a ton of unclaimed public benefits that's available to everyone: $60 billion to be exact — and AssistHub is working to change that. Finding the intersection between technology and public good is something Patrice has done successfully. In this episode, Patrice talks about her work with Oakland's local community-based organizations, the inspirations that drive her goals, and the misconceptions of what public benefits are — and how Patrice is working to deconstruct those misconceptions. Guest: Patrice Berry, founder of Assist Hub Visit Assist Hub's website, www.assisthub.org Sponsor: For purpose-driven brands and organizations looking for an agency specializing in collaborative problem solving and expert craftsmanship — learn more about Moon March moonmarch.com. Sponsor: Listen to the podcast Breaking Glass at breakingglasspodcast.com/good. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new https://goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at https://goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a subscriber and get the Goodnewspaper at https://goodgoodgood.co/subscribe

After trading jazz for a Harvard education, this doctor chose to support refugees by not only working in a refugee camp in Turkey, but by developing an app that supports refugees' unique healthcare needs. One of the major challenges of being a refugee is the lack of access to real healthcare, particularly for refugee women. But through the power of empathy and tech, there are now more avenues for refugees seeking proper care for their basic needs. This week, we are joined by Aral Sürmeli, a Harvard educated refugee healthcare provider. Sürmeli has worked to offer solutions through public advocacy and digital solutions for refugees seeking shelter, pregnancy care, and much more. After starting his Masters in Public Health at Harvard University in the fall of 2018, Aral launched the HERA app — a mobile app connecting refugee mothers and children with preventative healthcare. Before discovering his passion for refugee work, Aral spent his high school years in Turkey working for nonprofits and providing care for vulnerable communities. After losing his father to pancreatic cancer, however, Aral decided to study medicine and developed a focus in public health. In this episode, he shares how he became interested in refugee health after a visit to Turkish refugee camps — and how he's exploring and working to solve the unique complications for refugees accessing healthcare through tech. Guest: Aral Sürmeli, humanitarian and founder of HERA Visit HERA's website, project-hera.com. Sponsor: For purpose-driven brands and organizations looking for an agency specializing in collaborative problem solving and expert craftsmanship — learn more about Moon March moonmarch.com. Sponsor: Listen to the podcast Breaking Glass at breakingglasspodcast.com/good. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new https://goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at https://goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a subscriber and get the Goodnewspaper at https://goodgoodgood.co/subscribe

Being an environmentally conscious consumer means shopping smarter, not harder. But with so much information and products in the world, it can be challenging to know where to start making choices that are good for the planet. Thankfully, our guest is doing the good work to help everyday folks make small, but valuable choices that benefit the environment. Laura Wittig co-founded Brightly — an online community and content platform that puts the environment first — to help consumers shop well for themselves and the earth. Before she co-founded Brightly, Laura worked in the world of tech: Adobe, Amazon, and Google. She used her expertise to create an online platform to educate people on sustainability. In this episode, Laura talks about how anyone can make gradual steps towards becoming more sustainable in a way that works for them. She also shares what it means to be an imperfect environmentalist that continues to make progress, and how to shed the cycle of unnecessary waste that's so prevalent in our culture. Guest: Laura Wittig, co-founder and CEO of Brightly Visit the Brightly's website, listen to their podcast, Good Together. You can follow Laura on Instagram and Twitter. Sponsor: For purpose-driven brands and organizations looking for an agency specializing in collaborative problem solving and expert craftsmanship — learn more about Moon March moonmarch.com. Sponsor: Listen to the podcast Breaking Glass at breakingglasspodcast.com/good. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new https://goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at https://goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a subscriber and get the Goodnewspaper at https://goodgoodgood.co/subscribe

After getting out of prison, Jason Wang committed to helping ex-felons get jobs, end generational poverty, and re-enter society. The United States' incarceration system has made it nearly impossible for ex-felons to have a second chance at life. From the minute they're incarcerated to the minute they're released, the U.S. justice system imposes the strictest and harshest of penalties. There is little support for felons once they return to life after imprisonment, and readjusting to society without support is extremely hard. Ex-felons are held to impossible standards during probation and expected to comply with an average of 18-20 requirements every single day — and 68 percent of felons end up being rearrested within three years of being released. But there are people working to improve living conditions for ex-felons once they re-enter society. Free World is an organization working to end generational poverty and the chance of offenders reoffending, and is run by CEO Jason Wang, who is himself an ex-felon who was convicted as a minor. After leaving prison, he found it hard to readjust to civilian life — and now his non-profit works to get ex-felons into well-paying jobs to live life on their own terms. Guest: Jason Wang, CEO of FreeWorld Follow Jason on Twitter (@jasonwaang) and visit the Free World website (joinfreeworld.com) to support their work. Sponsor: Moon March: For purpose-driven brands and organizations looking for an agency specializing in collaborative problem solving and expert craftsmanship — visit moonmarch.com. Sponsor: Listen to the podcast Breaking Glass at breakingglasspodcast.com/good. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new https://goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at https://goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a subscriber and get the Goodnewspaper at https://goodgoodgood.co/subscribe

After a 7.2 earthquake struck the western part of Haiti last week, it's been all hands on deck to help the country get back on their feet. This week, we're talking to Christy Delafield, Managing Director of Communications at Mercy Corps, about the devastating effect the earthquake has had on Haiti and how Mercy Corps has been helping Haitians through this tragedy. Almost two weeks after the earthquake, Haiti is in need of treatment for the injured, access to food and shelter, COVID responses, help to rebuild infrastructure — and more. Mercy Corps is a global team of humanitarians who work together on the front lines of crisis, disaster, poverty and climate change. Their team in Haiti — made up primarily of local Haitians — has been working in Haiti for years prior to the earthquake, and is currently working to procure thousands of kits with essential supplies and solar lanterns, plus providing cash assistance to 5,00 families — and working to support Haitians long-term with climate change efforts and farming needs. Simply put, Mercy Corps is doing the good that's desperately needed after tragedy. Guest: Christy Delafield, Managing Director of Communications at Mercy Corps Visit the Mercy Corps' website and donate to Haiti. Contact your elected officials in support of aiding Haiti. Sponsor: Moon March: For purpose-driven brands and organizations looking for an agency specializing in collaborative problem solving and expert craftsmanship — visit moonmarch.com Sponsor: Listen to the podcast Breaking Glass at breakingglasspodcast.com/good. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a subscriber and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Contacting an elected representative is an effective way to make change, but it might not always be clear how to make your voice heard. Our show guest today is Jason Putorti, one of the founders of Resistbot — a free and easy to use messaging service that connects constituents directly with their elected officials. In the four years that Resistbot has been around, they've helped millions of people advocate for causes they care about — all in less than two minutes. In short, Resistbot makes democracy quick and easy. Four years ago, Jason saw a problem in how complicated it can be to get your voice heard by our politicians. In this episode with Jason, we talk about his solution, how Resistbot redirects online chatter about important issues into action, and how numbers in a group really does make a difference in advocating for a cause. He also answers if politicians really care about what their constituents have to say. Guest: Jason Putorti, co-founder of Resistbot Text RESIST to 50409 to contact your elected officials — and make a small donation to keep Resistbot's services going. Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: Listen to the podcast Breaking Glass at breakingglasspodcast.com/good. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a subscriber and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Mental health influencer Poppy Jamie is letting go of the idea of perfection. The British entrepreneur and lifestyle personality made the radical choice to unsubscribe from habits that were making her miserable and in her new book, Happy Not Perfect: Upgrade Your Mind, Challenge Your Thoughts, and Free Yourself from Anxiety, Poppy shares why anyone can benefit from letting go of ideas that no longer benefit us. In this episode, Poppy talks with us about our societal struggle with our egos, our lack of work/life balance, and why resting is the ultimate key to being at peace with ourselves. Her expertise in the field of making difficult, but necessary life changes for good will resonate with anyone who finds themselves struggling with their mental health. Guest: Poppy Jamie, Author of Happy Not Perfect: Upgrade Your Mind, Challenge Your Thoughts, and Free Yourself from Anxiety Order Happy Not Perfect from your local bookstore, follow Poppy on Twitter and Instagram, and check out the Happy Not Perfect app in the Apple Store and Google Play. Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Listen to the podcast Breaking Glass at breakingglasspodcast.com/good. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a subscriber and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Growing — whether in our personal or professional lives — requires change. But change can be terrifying, no matter what stage in your life you're at. Fortunately, there are people who can help us deal with change — and show us how it can transform our lives and the communities around us. Josh Chambers has done it all. Prior to being an entrepreneur and the founder of the Moon March agency, he was an aid worker, an advertising executive, and a professional athlete. Now, with his agency, he helps people navigate change — and he helps businesses do good by helping them to their fullest potential. Whether he's helping brands show what they do best through thoughtfully executed campaigns or helping business owners grow into their brand identity, Josh sets an example of how to make change work in our favor. No matter how scary, change can be an opportunity for growth and thanks to his decades of experience, Josh is able to share exactly how that mindset has benefited him and others. This is a bonus episode! Guest: Josh Chambers, CEO of Moon March If you're looking for an agency that builds and designs brands and campaigns for good, check out MoonMarch.com. If you want to learn more about navigating change and coaching, visit JoshChambers.com. And if you feel like you're ready to make a change and sign up for coaching, you can email Josh at josh@joshchambers.com. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new Good Good Good website: goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Recycling glass turned this young founder into a TikTok star. Franziska Trautmann was at the end of her college career when her frustration at her city's (New Orleans, Louisiana) lack of a recycling program for glass boiled over. But rather than just stewing on it, she jumped into action and created the solution that she wanted to see. With the help of her friends, Franziska set out to change her city for the better with her company, Glass Half Full. Today, Glass Half Full is a company that collects glass in New Orleans and converts it to beach-like sand and glass cullet which is then used for disaster relief, eco-construction, new glass products, and so many other things. Glass Half Full reimagines recycling — and they collect all this glass for free with the help of volunteers too. Franziska Trautmann and Glass Half Full are making the world a better place one glass collection at a time. Guest: Franziska Trautmann, Founder and Co-Director of Glass Half Full Visit Glass Half Full and make a donation to support their work You can also follow Glass Half Full on Instagram at @glasshalffull.nola and TikTok at @glasshalffullnola and Franziska herself on Instagram at @franzeeska. Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Listen to the podcast Breaking Glass at breakingglasspodcast.com/good. → Get more Good Good Good at the all-new goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a subscriber and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Maggie Smith is an award-winning poet who shot to prominence in 2016 with her viral poem, Good Bones. Widely celebrated in the poetry community for her lyricism and her poetic style, Maggie's poems have appeared in publications such as The New York Times and The Paris Review. Her bestseller, Keep Moving: Notes on Loss, Creativity, and Change (2020), was a breakout collection of personal essays and affirmations which launched her to new heights. Returning with Goldenrod — a collection of poems that explore themes such as parenthood, love, memory, and solitude — Maggie reminds us all of the magic of the present moment, the virtues of staying grounded, and the importance of human connection. In this episode, Maggie talks about being a recovering pessimist, raising her kids in times of injustice, and how poems — like people — evolve. Guest: Poet Maggie Smith Pick up Goldenrod from your local bookstore and follow Maggie on Twitter and Instagram. Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Get 20% off wine from DrinkBev.com with code GOOD20 → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Petitions help people feel like they're making change in the world — but do they really make a difference? Stuart Perelmuter, the founder of OD Action and Atadvocacy, has worked for over a decade to keep hundreds and thousands of people informed and engaged in progressive politics through cause-related community development. From launching his own action network to working as a communications strategist on Capitol Hill, Stuart Perelmuter has partnered with various candidates and causes — including Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez — to create a better world. In this episode, Stuart Perelmuter shares his experience with petitions, why it's important to keep up the pressure after signing a petition, the importance of community-driven change, and how and why petitions — and the people who sign them — really do matter. Guest: Stuart Perelmuter, founder of OD Action and Atadvocacy Sign a petition or two at Atadvocacy: Tell the Olympics to stop targeting Black women Honoring Juneteenth is a good first step. Now, dismantle systemic racism Support school sports for all students, including trans youth Demand the Senate pass common sense gun safety laws Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Get 20% off wine from DrinkBev.com with code GOOD20 → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Pulitzer Prize winner Professor Annette Gordon-Reed has been celebrating Juneteenth her entire life. But in light of the global spotlight on the Black Lives Matter movement from last year's protests against police brutality, more and more people are aware of what Juneteenth represents for America. As well as a celebration of Black joy and liberty, Juneteenth is an opportunity to reflect on the history of emancipation—and how we can continue to fight for civil rights the other days of the year too. In this episode, Professor Gordon Reed—a notable American historian and Harvard professor—shares why she wrote On Juneteenth, her personal relationship to the federal holiday, and why this year's Juneteenth felt different than years before. Guest: Professor Annette Gordon-Reed Order On Juneteenth from your local bookstore Join The Neighborhood by becoming a Good Good Good Member today Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Get 20% off wine from DrinkBev.com with code GOOD20 → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Intervening when someone is being harassed feels scary. But a global, people-powered movement called Hollaback is making it easy to put an end to harassment — and they're seeing huge progress. The organization has grown to 14 countries, where it provides free trainings on conflict de-escalation, bystander intervention, resilience, and more. Through their simple, effective programming, Hollback is on a mission to empower people to take a stand against harassment and effect positive change. In this episode, Hollaback co-founder and executive director Emily May shares the disturbing story of harassment that inspired her to start Hollaback, why bystander intervention is important, how anyone can learn to be an effective bystander through Hollaback's five steps of bystander intervention, and why we can be hopeful about addressing harassment. Guest: Emily May, co-founder and executive director of Hollaback Sign up for a free training, donate, explore resources, read stories of bystanders intervening, and more on the Hollaback website. Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Get 20% off wine from DrinkBev.com with code GOOD20 → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

The nonprofit New Story is solving global homelessness with innovative and holistic solutions. By providing financing and creating innovative home designs and processes, New Story has built 26 communities in four countries, all while partnering with local builders using local resources. The organization prides itself on experimenting with new housing solutions — they even built the world's first 3D printed community in Mexico. Since 2015, New Story has funded more than 2,300 homes for more than 11,000 people. In this episode, Branden speaks with New Story's CEO, Brett Hagler, about the organization's experience with startup accelerator Y Combinator, how New Story is coming up with scalable, more efficient solutions for ending homelessness, and how New Story's latest project is helping improve financing access for families in Latin America. He also shares why we can be hopeful about the future of housing access. Guest: Brett Hagler, CEO of New Story Learn more and view their houses on New Story's website or make a donation. (P.S. They're hiring!) Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Get 20% off canned wine from DrinkBev.com with code GOOD20 → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Sarah Red-Laird is “the bee girl” who started the nonprofit The Bee Girl Organization to educate and inspire communities to conserve bees, their flowers, and our countryside. The nonprofit helps to regenerate soil, bees, and communities through educational programs and events for both kids and adults. They also partner with universities, public land managers, and private companies to conduct bee health and habitat research. In this episode, Sarah shares why bees are so important for agriculture and the environment, the problems facing bees, and simple action steps anyone can take to save bees. Guest: Sarah Red-Laird, founder and executive director of The Bee Girl Organization Learn more and make a donation on The Bee Girl’s website and follow @sarahbeegirl on Instagram. For more ways to make a difference, check out beegirl.org/helpourbees. Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Get 20% off canned wine from DrinkBev.com with code GOOD20 → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Terence Lester (Love Beyond Walls) is making a difference for people experiencing poverty, homelessness, and economic inequality. He founded Love Beyond Walls, an Atlanta-based organization that serves people experiencing homelessness. He returns to the podcast for the second time to discuss the power of change-making in the context of community and collaboration. He shares tips for reducing burnout and how to break down barriers that prevent us from taking action. Guest: Terence Lester, founder of Love Beyond Walls and author of “When We Stand: The Power of Seeking Justice Together” Buy Terence’s book on Amazon or Bookshop, donate to Love Beyond Walls, and follow @imterencelester and @lovebeyondwalls on Instagram. Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

There’s always good news if you know where to look. Every month, we publish a print newspaper called The Goodnewspaper, full of hope and ways to make a meaningful difference. In this episode, Branden sits with the managing editor of The Goodnewspaper, Kailey Thompson, to share our favorite good news stories from the first half of 2021. These stories will inspire you and challenge you to go out into the world and become good news. Get good news delivered to your doorstep each month by subscribing to The Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership Members get: - A print Goodnewspaper delivered each month - A beautiful centerfold poster featuring an inspiring quote each month - Access to exclusive discounts to do-good brands - And more coming soon Guest: Kailey Thompson, managing editor of The Goodnewspaper Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ people escape countries where they face imminent danger because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. The Canada-based organization works to solve a multi-layered problem that goes beyond LGBTQ+ persecution — they’re also responding to a global refugee crisis. Refugees already face mounting challenges, but anti-LGTBQ+ legislation only adds to the obstacles. The organization addresses both challenges together. The organization has been praised for helping 70 Chechen men resettle in response to anti-gay purges in Chechnya beginning in 2017. Since 2006, Rainbow Railroad has helped more than 800 persecuted LGBTQ+ people from 38 countries travel to safety. In this episode, Branden Harvey sits down with Rainbow Railroad executive director Kimahli Powell to learn about the extent of the persecution LGBTQ+ people face around the world and the inspiring ways the organization provides transportation and support to bring people to safety. Guest: Kimahli Powell, executive director of Rainbow Railroad Learn more about Rainbow Railroad’s work on their website, follow @rainbowrailroad on Instagram, and donate to Rainbow Railroad’s important work to bring LGBTQ+ people to safety Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

John Moe (“Depresh Mode,” “The Hilarious World of Depression”) is bringing humor to mental health. The writer and radio personality’s work often centers on his mental health journey, and his writing has appeared in numerous humor anthologies as well as The New York Times Magazine, McSweeney's, The Seattle Times, and many more publications. For two decades, he hosted nationally distributed public radio programs. Following decades of living with undiagnosed depression, John is now using his platform to break down the stigma of mental illness. In his new podcast “Depresh Mode,” he interviews comedians, musicians, authors, and actors about living with depression, anxiety, and other common disorders. Through their honest, relatable conversations, listeners can learn more about their options for facing mental illness and feel less alone. In this episode, John shares the power of sharing your story, how humor can make things less scary, and how we can all follow his example in breaking down mental health stigma by talking about it. Guest: John Moe, writer and radio personality Listen to John’s podcast, “Depresh Mode,” buy his book, “The Hilarious World of Depression,” and follow @johnmoe on Twitter Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Yonathan Moya grew up on the U.S./Mexico border and sought out a way to tell the stories of the people living there. Following a nine-day photographic journey in 2017, he launched an organization supporting families along the border. Border Perspective leads service-learning trips along the south Texas border to provide opportunities to support local immigrant ministries and to better understand the complexity of immigration. In this episode, Yonathan and Branden discuss what’s currently happening at the U.S./Mexico border, the nuanced and complex historical and political contexts of immigration, and opportunities to create solutions. Guest: Yonathan Moya, executive director of Border Perspective Learn more about Border Perspective’s work on their website, follow @borderperspective and @yonathanmoya on Instagram, and donate to Yonathan’s father’s memorial fund Show your support: Buy something from Border Perspective's Amazon Wish List to provide humanitarian relief to migrant families at the border. Volunteer with Border Perspective to support shelters that are overwhelmed by vulnerable migrant families navigating a lawful immigration process. Volunteer with Catholic Charities to care for unaccompanied minors in San Antonio. Take action through RAICES, the largest immigration legal services nonprofit in Texas. Donate to the United Nations Refugee Agency to support their work in solving the root causes within Central America that cause people to flee. Contact your representatives and tell them you want to see immigration reform that 1) respects people’s dignity and rights, 2) responds to both short-term and long-term problems, and 3) creates infrastructure that allows for a fair immigration process. Call 1-844-USA-0234 and enter your zip code to be connected with your representatives, or text RESIST to 50409. Learn more: Child migrants: What is happening at the US border? 9 questions about the humanitarian crisis on the border, answered Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD (and shop local bookstores online with Bookshop) Sponsor: Save 20% on Riff cold brew and sparkling energy drinks at LetsRiff.com with the code GOODGOODGOOD → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter

Gene Stone (author of “Forks Over Knives”) has spent the last decade writing about plant-based diets and their relationship to health, animal protection, and the environment. The former Peace Corps volunteer and journalist (Esquire, GQ, and Vogue) is a New York Times bestselling author who has written popular books including “Forks Over Knives,” “How Not to Die,” “The Secrets of People Who Never Get Sick,” “The Engine 2 Diet,” and “Eat for the Planet.” This episode, Gene shares his journey to adopting a vegan diet and simple action steps for transitioning to a plant-based diet to impact your health, animals, and the environment. Guest: Gene Stone, journalist and New York Times bestselling author Buy Gene’s new book, “72 Reasons to Be Vegan: Why Plant-Based. Why Now.” and check out his other books Background reading: Veganism is the “single biggest way” to reduce our environmental impact Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD Sponsor: Save 20% on Riff cold brew and sparkling energy drinks at LetsRiff.com with the code GOODGOODGOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

All over the world, mysterious signs have been popping up. They say messages like: “Don’t give up.” “You are worthy of love.” “Your mistakes don’t define you.” Today we’re introducing you to the woman behind these messages and the global movement: Amy Wolff. One weekend in 2017, Amy and her family anonymously staked in yards in their small town of Newberg, Oregon. They had just learned of suicide rates in their town and wanted to find a way to encourage community members. Little did they know that their project would turn into a global movement featured on Good Morning America, Yahoo, the Washington Post, NowThis, and on countless other media. Within days, Amy incorporated Don’t Give Up as a nonprofit, and products (which the organization sells at-cost) have shipped to all 50 U.S. states and 26 countries, including the Philippines, Rwanda, Costa Rica, and Zambia. Now the movement serves more than as a response to suicide — it’s also a comforting cancer patients, those enduring the loss of a loved one, and those recovering from sexual assault and inspiring people to have the courage to leave abusive relationships or overcome addiction. In this episode, Wolff tells the story of her neighborhood-project-turned-worldwide-movement and reminds us of the power of simple, kind words at the right place at the right time for the right person. Guest: Amy Wolff, founder of Don’t Give Up Order Amy’s book, “Signs of Hope,” buy a sign on dontgiveupsigns.com, and follow @dontgiveupsigns and @amynwolff on Instagram Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

At 22, Paige More (The Breasties) got a preventative double mastectomy before ever being diagnosed with cancer. At the time, she was working as a producer for Good Morning America and felt on top of the world, but she had just discovered she carried the BRCA 1 gene mutation that indicates a higher risk for developing breast, ovarian, and other types of cancer. While seeking resources, support, and guidance online, she was discouraged to find only stories of nightmare experiences and worst-case scenarios. But Paige’s experience was different from those stories. After her surgery, she felt strong and sexy, so she started sharing her story on Instagram and co-founded a hopeful, empowering community for other “previvors” and women affected by breast and gynecological cancers. This community, called The Breasties, is a nonprofit organization that hosts events and retreats and offers a positive alternative to the nightmarish stories for others facing similar situations. The Breasties is on a mission to increase access to reliable information, provide a safe and empowering community, and help women feel less alone. In this episode, Paige explains how sharing your story, giving yourself permission to be yourself, and showing up imperfectly but authentically are the keys to making an impact. Most importantly, when we work together in community, we have the power to make an even bigger difference. Guest: Paige More, co-founder of The Breasties Follow @paige_previvor and @the_breasties on Instagram and visit their site at thebreasties.org Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD (And choose an AAPI-owned bookstore to support here.) → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Photographer Aundre Larrow (@aundre) has worked with clients such as The North Face, Amex, Volcom, Lululemon, and the Warriors, and his work has been published in the New York Times and the Wall Street Journal. His work aims to show the fundamental value in each person and commonly captures the intersection of art and racial justice. He’s currently hosting an Instagram series called Equity Through Editing about how to edit photos to accurately portray skin tones. In this episode, Aundre shares the challenges he and other content creators of color face in the photography, art, and creator industries, including lack of opportunity, imposter syndrome, and racism. He also explains how he uses photography as a vehicle for social change to increase access and racial equality and how we can create a more equitable future for creators of color. Guest: Aundre Larrow, photographer Follow @aundre on Instagram and view his work on his website, aundrelarrow.com Sponsor: Get 50% off your first Datebox from Happily with the code GOODGOODGOOD Sponsor: Save 20% on Riff cold brew and sparkling energy drinks at LetsRiff.com with the code GOODGOODGOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Journalist and photographer KK Ottesen has photographed and interviewed the world’s most notable politicians and activists. She is a regular contributor to The Washington Post Magazine, and her work has appeared in many other international publications. Her new book, “Activist: Portraits of Courage” includes portraits of Stacey Abrams, John Lewis, Tarana Burke, Edward Snowden, Bernie Sanders, Cecile Richards, Al Sharpton, Gabrielle Giffords, Angela Davis, and many more. In her book, these world-changers recount the experiences that sparked their work in social justice and politics and share the beliefs that keep them going. In the first half of this episode, KK shares how through her interviews with them, she learned that most of the famous activists we know of today started their journeys simply by believing that a different world is possible, taking one small action step, and then committing to taking step after step. In the second half, she shares that anyone who has hope for a better future can be an activist. It’s more simple than you might think. Guest: KK Ottesen, author of “Activist: Portraits of Courage” Buy KK’s book and follow @kk.ottesen on Instagram Sponsor: Get 50% off your first Datebox from Happily with the code GOODGOODGOOD Sponsor: Save 20% on Riff cold brew and sparkling energy drinks at LetsRiff.com with the code GOODGOODGOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Expert writing coach Allison Fallon says writing can help you unlock your purpose. Allison is the author of “The Power of Writing It Down” and founder of the writing coaching company Find Your Voice. In Allison’s newest book, she shares why writing down your story is one of the most powerful tools you have at our disposal to see your life with clarity and generate positive change. In the first half of this episode, Allison shares why it’s important to sit with the obstacles, blocks, and pain we face in order to heal, understand, and relieve ourselves from the burdens of setbacks and frustrations of life and even anxiety or depression. In the second half, she shares how writing can help us make sense of a challenging world — and also make a bigger difference. The best news is you don’t have to be a “writer” in the traditional sense to tap into the power of writing it down. Guest: Allison Fallon, author of “The Power of Writing It Down” and founder of Find Your Voice Visit thepowerofwritingitdown.com and download the first chapter of her book for free, and follow @allyfallon on Instagram Sponsor: Get 50% off your first Datebox from Happily with the code GOODGOODGOOD Sponsor: Save 20% on Riff cold brew and sparkling energy drinks at LetsRiff.com with the code GOODGOODGOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

This teacher has turned to Instagram to combat misinformation. Sharon McMahon — who describes herself as “America’s (not boring) government teacher” — and her highly engaged Instagram community (self-described as Governerds) — just joined forces and raised enough money to forgive $50 million in medical debt — breaking records in just a matter of days. Sharon is a former high school government and law teacher on a mission to confront political misinformation and conspiracies. She uses her popular Instagram account to spread non-partisan information about government and democracy. Through her account and her workshops, called Government for Grownups, she teaches how to spot bias and decipher facts from conspiracies. In this episode, Sharon talks about paying attention to facts, how she carved out the best and most positive corner of the internet, and how we can actually make our country and world as thoughtful and generous as her community. Guest: Sharon McMahon, host of Government for Grownups Follow Sharon on Instagram to learn more about government and democracy Sponsor: Get 50% off your first Datebox from Happily with the code GOODGOODGOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Activist Leah Thomas created a platform to address the ways environmentalism impacts not only the planet, but the people on it, too. She calls the platform Intersectional Environmentalism, a movement that addresses and incorporates lawyer and scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw’s feminist framework of intersectionality.The platform Leah co-founded is now home to resources, information, and action steps to dismantle systems of oppression in the environmental movement. In the first half of this episode, Leah lays out how environmental issues affect different communities uniquely and how intersectional environmentalism addresses these differences. In the second half, Leah explains how we all can embrace intersectional environmentalism through simple, everyday actions. Guest: Leah Thomas, co-founder of Intersectional Environmentalist Follow Intersectional Environmentalist and Leah on Instagram Visit IE’s website to learn more and explore resources Background reading: Interview with Kimberlé Crenshaw and explanation of intersectionality Intersectional Environmentalist resources by community Intersectional Environmentalist resources by topic Minority and low-income communities are more likely to live in areas exposed to toxic waste, landfills, highways, and other environmental hazards (American Journal of Public Health, 2011). People of color have less access to clean air than their white counterparts (Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, 2019). Sponsor: Get 50% off your first Datebox from Happily with the code GOODGOODGOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

After working on Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton's presidential campaigns, Amanda Litman founded Run for Something, an organization dedicated to helping young and non-traditional candidates successfully run for office. Run for Something removes barriers to entry by providing assistance with behind-the-scenes mechanics, tactical and strategic support, advice, mentorship, training, and everything in between. Between 2017 and 2020, they’ve helped elect nearly 500 candidates in 46 states. In the first half of this episode, Run for Something co-founder and executive director Amanda Litman explains why anyone can run for office and why it truly makes a difference. In the second half, she lays out the steps for running for office — even if you aren’t sure what you want to run for yet. Guest: Amanda Litman, co-founder and executive director of Run for Something If you want to run for office, explore your options and get more information. You can also support people running for office by making a donation. Read Amanda’s book (with a foreword from Hillary Clinton) and listen to the Run for Something Podcast Sponsor: Get 50% off your first Datebox from Happily with the code GOODGOODGOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Is the world becoming more peaceful? Or less? How would we know if it was? In an effort to measure peace, entrepreneur and philanthropist Steve Killelea founded the Institute for Economics and Peace, a nonprofit global research institute that measures peace levels around the world. The Institute created the conceptual framework for “positive peace,” which describes the attitudes, structures and institutions that underpin and sustain peaceful societies. Hint: Peace includes more than just an absence of violence. The Institute’s work now informs influential institutions such as the United Nations and the World Bank. In the first half of this episode, Steve describes the difference between “positive peace” and “negative peace,” plus how the Institute developed the framework for positive peace. In the second half, Steve and Branden share good news from data the Institute has collected. Guest: Steve Killelea, founder and executive chairman of the Institute for Economics and Peace Read the Positive Peace Report and dive into stories about peace Read Steve’s book, Peace in the Age of Chaos Sponsor: Get 50% off your first Datebox from Happily with the code GOODGOODGOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Jedidiah Jenkins is a travel writer who lives with life with intention and purpose. He worked a dream job as a lawyer for the nonprofit Invisible Children before quitting to bike 10,000 miles from Oregon to Patagonia. He wrote a New York Times-bestselling book about his experience and has inspired thousands of people to engage their own lives with similar curiosity and passion. He is also the executive editor of Wilderness magazine. In this episode, Branden and Jedidiah talk about the nuance of purpose, how it’s different from what we imagine, and how we can find it — or at least get started in the right direction. Guest: Jedidiah Jenkins, author of “To Shake the Sleeping Self” and “Like Streams to the Ocean” Pre-order Jedidiah’s new book (out tomorrow!) and follow him on Instagram Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

This is the full-length, unedited version of our conversation with Jedidiah Jenkins. Jedidiah was one of our first-ever guests on the show when we launched Sounds Good five years ago. His episode remains one of our most popular episodes, so we thought it would be fun to release the full unedited conversation of our latest conversation together. Enjoy! Check out the previous episode in your feed for the shorter, edited version of this episode. Jedidiah Jenkins is a travel writer who lives with life with intention and purpose. He worked a dream job as a lawyer for the nonprofit Invisible Children before quitting to bike 10,000 miles from Oregon to Patagonia. He wrote a New York Times-bestselling book about his experience and has inspired thousands of people to engage their own lives with similar curiosity and passion. He is also the executive editor of Wilderness magazine. In this episode, Branden and Jedidiah talk about the nuance of purpose, how it’s different from what we imagine, and how we can find it — or at least get started in the right direction. Guest: Jedidiah Jenkins, author of “To Shake the Sleeping Self” and “Like Streams to the Ocean” Pre-order Jedidiah’s new book (out tomorrow!) and follow him on Instagram Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Dressember founder and CEO Blythe Hill is on a mission to use fashion to end human trafficking. What she started as a style challenge in 2009, she turned into a nonprofit with global reach. The challenge is simple: Every December, wear a dress (or tie) every day. It’s a great conversation starter, and it works to raise funds for trafficking prevention, intervention, and survivor protection. In the first half of the episode, Blythe tells the story of how she started Dressember and how it works so effectively as a fundraiser and conversation-starter. In the second half, she gets to the bottom of QAnon, trafficking misconceptions and misinformation, and how you can make a difference. Guest: Blythe Hill, founder and CEO of Dressember Sign up to participate in or donate to Dressember, and learn more about Dressember and human trafficking on their website. You can also follow Blythe and Dressember on Instagram. Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Echo chambers are a real problem in our news and media consumption. We follow, listen to, and read news from people who tell us what we already believe, so we run the risk of missing out on the truth or valuable perspectives. Our guest, Harleen Kaur, co-founded Ground News, a news comparison platform that promises to uncover your media blind spots by offering news for people from all political ideologies through their website, app, newsletters, and browser extension. In the first half of the episode, Harleen explains how our current media landscape came to be and the importance of uncovering our own blind spots, and in the second half she shares three things each of us should do every time we consume news. Guest: Harleen Kaur, co-founder and CEO of Ground News Visit Ground News on their website and download their app, sign up for their newsletters, and install their browser extension. Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Shane Claiborne is an outspoken critic of the death penalty. He’s a well-respected justice system reform activist and Christian faith leader, and he believes capital punishment needs to go for good in the United States — a country that’s in company with China, Iran, Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Egypt for countries with the highest execution rates. In the first half of today’s episode, Shane shares how he came to believe so passionately against the death penalty, lay out the most important facts, and celebrate progress that’s already been made, such as the abolition of the death penalty in some places and the growing conversation on the topic. He also casts a vision for what a future without the death penalty could look like. In the second half, Shane lays out how each of us can get involved. Guest: Shane Claiborne, activist and author Get involved in protesting against the death penalty at deathpenaltyaction.org, and learn more about Shane and his work at shaneclaiborne.com. Background reading: The Guardian wrote this article about Lisa Montgomery, whose execution is scheduled for tomorrow, January 12 Visit The Marshall Project’s ‘The Next to Die’ page for great journalism about death row and the death penalty Shane’s book, Executing Grace, talks about the death penalty from a faith perspective And Bryan Stevenson’s book, Just Mercy, is also a great and important read on the subject. He’s the founder of the Equal Justice Initiative. Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

The nonprofit Kids Boost empowers kids to become philanthropists and social entrepreneurs. With $100 in start-up funding, kids work with a one-on-one coach to raise funds for a charity they love. On average, participants turn the initial $100 into $1,850 for deserving charities. In the first half of this episode, Kids Boost founder Kristen Williams tells the story of a 12-year-old named Jared, who inspired her to start Kids Boost, and how participants creatively raise money for the causes they care about. In the second half, Kristen shares how everyone — kids and grown-ups alike — can make a difference by doing what they love. Guest: Kristen Williams, founder and executive director of Kids Boost Donate to Kids Boost and follow Kids Boost on Instagram Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership

Miles Adcox (Onsite Workshops, Unspoken Podcast) is passionate about emotional wellness. His company offers life-changing personal growth workshops, leadership retreats, and emotional treatment. He lives his life by three concepts: Empathy over action, love over agenda, and grace over advice. He also co-hosts a podcast, Unspoken, with friend of the show Ruthie Lindsey. In the first half of this episode, Miles explains what is and isn’t self-care, how to balance negative and positive emotions, and three steps to enhance emotional wellness. In the second half, Branden sits with Good Good Good’s managing editor, Kailey Thompson, to highlight the best news that came from 2020 and how we can be a part of the good in 2021. Guest: Miles Adcox, owner and CEO of Onsite Workshops Learn more about emotional wellness from Onsite, sign up for Rediscovering You or 30 Days of Living Centered, and follow Miles on Instagram. Background reading on the year’s top good news stories: Lockdowns caused a 17 percent drop in global carbon dioxide emissions. Levels of nitrogen dioxide — a key ingredient in smog — declined by an average of 27 percent in 12 major global cities 10 days after lockdowns were initiated. Books on anti-racism rose to best-seller lists this year. Following increased Black Lives Matter protests, the majority of people support the movement. Protests against racial injustice led to policy changes around the country. We also put together our top good news stories from 2020 on our Instagram. Check out all the good that 2020 brought. Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goodgoodgood/support

Danielle Coke (@ohhappydani) uses art to educate and inspire her Instagram followers about anti-racism and allyship. For many of us, this year has inspired big questions about how to meaningfully take action and make a difference in the realm of a lot of big problems — and especially systemic racism and racial injustice. These problems aren’t new, but this year has brought them to front of mind for many for the very first time. Dani’s work helps people understand racial justice work and how to get involved. In the first half of this episode, Dani guides us through five steps to allyship during a crisis, and in the second half Dani shares how we can maintain hope, despite how “bad” the year has been. Guest: Danielle Coke, advocate and illustrator using art for activism and education Follow @ohhappydani on Instagram to see Dani’s illustrations and shop her art Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goodgoodgood/support

Katherine Gehl says reforming our voting system is the solution to political division and gridlock. Our current political system makes polarization and incivility commonplace and compromise nearly impossible, but ranked choice voting promises to make efficient cooperation possible. Katherine founded Democracy Found and The Institute for Political Innovation, organizations that work to catalyze political change in America. In the first half of this episode, Katherine describes how increased political competition and changing our voting system can make politics better, and in the second half she offers simple steps we can take to make a better election system a reality. Guest: Katherine Gehl, co-founder of Democracy Found, founder of The Institute for Political Innovation, and co-author of “The Politics Industry: How Political Innovation Can Break Partisan Gridlock and Save Our Democracy” Get involved in implementing ranked-choice voting and order Katherine’s book. Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goodgoodgood/support

Terence Lester (Love Beyond Walls, Dignity Museum) is on the forefront of providing support for people experiencing homelessness — in Atlanta, Georgia and around the world. More than 500,000 people experience homelessness every single night — and their needs are made worse by COVID-19. It's a serious problem — in need of empathetic and creative solutions. In the first half of this episode, Branden sits down with Terence to discuss new solutions being created in response to coronavirus — and how Terence got into this work. And in the second half, Terence shares 3 common misconceptions about people experiencing homelessness and how we can help. Guest: Terence Lester, founder of Love Beyond Walls and Dignity Museum Donate to Love Beyond Walls, order Terence's book, preorder his new book, and subscribe to their podcast. Sponsor: Get 10% off your first month at BetterHelp.com/GOOD Sponsor: With Libro.fm, get 2 audiobooks for the price of 1 with the code GOOD → Get more Good Good Good at goodgoodgood.co → Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter → Become a Member and get the Goodnewspaper at goodgoodgood.co/membership --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goodgoodgood/support

The podcast that leaves you feeling more hopeful is coming back! Sounds Good hosts hopeful conversations with optimists and world-changers about the headlines we can be hopeful about — and how you can get involved and make a difference. Every week, Good Good Good founder Branden Harvey sits down with the people driving positive change against the world's greatest problems. Each episode will leave you with a sense of hope about the good in the world — and a sense of direction on how we can all be a part of that good. Episodes are released every Monday. Want to help support the launch? 1. Make sure you’re subscribed wherever you listen to podcasts (you may have been unsubscribed) 2. Tell a friend who loves celebrating good and doing good 3. Tag us when you share your excitement at @goodgoodgoodco — Get more good news at goodgoodgood.co Join 30,000 weekly Goodnewsletter readers at goodgoodgood.co/goodnewsletter --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/goodgoodgood/support

This week I share three stories with you of human kindness and ingenuity. I hope they warm your heart as they did mine and inspire you to seek out opportunities where you can help out.Theme music from Purple Planethttps://www.purple-planet.com/ 300 people pack courtroom to see boy adopted after 1,553 days in foster carehttps://abcnews.go.com/GMA/Family/300-people-pack-courtroom-boy-adopted-1553-days/story?id=69070571 Jimmy Carter Put Solar Panels on His Farmland and They're Now Powering Half of His Georgia Hometownhttps://people.com/politics/jimmy-carter-solar-panel-farm-powers-plains-georgia/?utm_source=The+Goodnewsletter&utm_campaign=0584ca2646-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_01_28_05_35_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b0e357ccff-0584ca2646-105218361&goal=0_b0e357ccff-0584ca2646-105218361&mc_cid=0584ca2646&mc_eid=a353de97ed Meet the veterinarian walking around the streets of California and treating homeless peoples' animals for freehttps://www.cnn.com/2020/02/25/us/veterinarian-homeless-animals-california-trnd/index.html?utm_source=The+Goodnewsletter&utm_campaign=0584ca2646-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_01_28_05_35_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b0e357ccff-0584ca2646-105218361&goal=0_b0e357ccff-0584ca2646-105218361&mc_cid=0584ca2646&mc_eid=a353de97ed Contact MeProofPositivePodcast@Gmail.com Where to find my podcastApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/proof-positive/id1468269668Google Play https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/I3sz6fk4kmj54qasoaw3jonnv5iSpotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2G1UHjBwyAyiqRTzAc50BSStitcher https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/stephen-c-plut/proof-positive?refid=stprTuneIn: Just ask Alexa to "Play the Proof Positive podcast"

I dedicated this weeks show to stories about animals and the people working to protect them. As this weeks quote says "you can tell a lot about the nature of a man by how he treats animals."If you can get involved yourself by volunteering at a shelter or working with a group dedicated to improving animal habitat.Theme music from Purple Planethttps://www.purple-planet.com/ Chiefs' Derrick Nnadi picks up adoption fee for 91 dogs at shelterhttps://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/28629181/chiefs-derrick-nnadi-picks-adoption-fee-91-dogs-shelterIn virus-stricken Wuhan, animal lovers break into homes to save petshttps://www.reuters.com/article/us-china-health-pets/in-virus-stricken-wuhan-animal-lovers-break-into-homes-to-save-pets-idUSKBN1ZX1I2?il=0&utm_source=The+Goodnewsletter&utm_campaign=ff3c0eb210-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_01_28_05_35_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b0e357ccff-ff3c0eb210-105218361&goal=0_b0e357ccff-ff3c0eb210-105218361&mc_cid=ff3c0eb210&mc_eid=a353de97edSydney Mines man keeping feral cats warm in winterhttps://www.capebretonpost.com/news/local/sydney-mines-man-keeping-feral-cats-warm-in-winter-405739/?utm_source=The+Goodnewsletter&utm_campaign=ff3c0eb210-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_01_28_05_35_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b0e357ccff-ff3c0eb210-105218361&goal=0_b0e357ccff-ff3c0eb210-105218361&mc_cid=ff3c0eb210&mc_eid=a353de97ed As part of its fundraising efforts, the society is hosting a Monte Carlo charity night on Feb. 13 at Casino Nova Scotia in Sydney. The cost is $25.For tickets or information phone Aucoin at 902-862-2144 or email susauc60@gmail.com Back from the brink: 7 good news wildlife conservation stories from around the worldhttps://www.wanderlust.co.uk/content/good-news-wildlife-conservation-stories/Contact MeProofPositivePodcast@Gmail.comWhere to find my podcastApple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/proof-positive/id1468269668Google Play https://play.google.com/music/listen#/ps/I3sz6fk4kmj54qasoaw3jonnv5iSpotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2G1UHjBwyAyiqRTzAc50BSStitcher https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/stephen-c-plut/proof-positive?refid=stpr TuneIn: Just ask Alexa to "Play the Proof Positive podcast

This week I share stories from around the world of good news and positive progress. Beyond making you feel better about the state of our world I hope it shows the cumulative effect of all the good that is happening. Our world despite what we read and hear is getting better and I"m confident this decade will be the best ever for mankind.Theme music from Purple Planethttps://www.purple-planet.com/ Texas Produced More Energy from Renewable Sources Than Coal Last Year https://www.dallasobserver.com/news/texas-produced-more-energy-from-renewable-sources-than-coal-last-year-11842205?utm_source=The+Goodnewsletter&utm_campaign=36e0d5f687-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_01_21_05_50&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b0e357ccff-36e0d5f687-105218361&goal=0_b0e357ccff-36e0d5f687-105218361&mc_cid=36e0d5f687&mc_eid=a353de97ed 'Snow angels' help drive hospital staff to work in winter weatherhttps://vancouverisland.ctvnews.ca/snow-angels-help-drive-hospital-staff-to-work-in-winter-weather-1.4769534?utm_source=The+Goodnewsletter&utm_campaign=36e0d5f687-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_01_21_05_50&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b0e357ccff-36e0d5f687-105218361&goal=0_b0e357ccff-36e0d5f687-105218361&mc_cid=36e0d5f687&mc_eid=a353de97ed Company Collects 80% of City’s Recyclable Plastics and Turns It All into Lumber https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/company-turns-citys-recyclable-plastics-into-lumber/ Global mountain gorilla population grows to 1,063https://phys.org/news/2019-12-global-mountain-gorilla-population.html?utm_source=The+Goodnewsletter&utm_campaign=09b2ce6bd4-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_12_30_09_31&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b0e357ccff-09b2ce6bd4-105218361&goal=0_b0e357ccff-09b2ce6bd4-105218361&mc_cid=09b2ce6bd4&mc_eid=a353de97ed Contact MeProofPositivePodcast@Gmail.com

Today's episode contains a series of articles providing Proof Positive that their are plenty of reasons to be optimistic about the future.Starting with the incredible story of Joe Burrow who led the LSU Tigers to a perfect 15-0 record this season culminating in the winning of the national championship. That's a great story by itself but Joe's comments after winning the Theismann trophy show how we all have the power to help others.Next is a story about a high school student who colllects books for prison inmates spurred by the incarceration of her own mother.Finally, an article entitled We just had the best decade in human history! That's a story you won't find on the evening news or read in the newspaper.Theme music from Purple Planethttps://www.purple-planet.com/ The Joe Burrow Lesson -From Peter King Football Morning in Americahttps://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2019/12/23/eagles-carton-wentz-nfl-playoff-picture-fmia-peter-king/ Athens County Food Pantryhttp://www.athenscountyfoodpantry.org We’ve just had the best decade in human history. Seriouslyhttps://spectator.us/just-best-decade-human-history-seriously/?utm_source=The+Goodnewsletter&utm_campaign=d7db62fbf3-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_12_13_04_14_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b0e357ccff-d7db62fbf3-105218361&goal=0_b0e357ccff-d7db62fbf3-105218361&mc_cid=d7db62fbf3&mc_eid=a353de97ed Kairos Prison Ministry Internationalhttp://www.kairosprisonministry.org/

Many talk about faith but leave out hope. Truth is you can't have one without the other. In fact, you'll find that when you have Faith and Hope, you'll find Happy Life right there in the middle of it...like a Happy Life Sandwich! The song we use in this episode is "Faith" by Stevie Wonder ft. Ariana Grande from the “Sing” movie Happy Links; Hopey Life: www.2911.org GoodNewsletter GoodGoodGood.co www.HappyLife.lol www.Facebook.com/HappyLifeStudios www.Instagram.com/HappyLife_Studios www.Twitter.com/HappyLifStudios www.YouTube.com/StevoHays www.PayPal.me/StevoHays

In this episode I'll provide evidence showing that all is not lost in regards to saving our planet. With stories from Penn State University to President Obama to a couple replanting a forest there is plenty of proof that things are not hopeless. In fact things are getting BETTER in a number of areas. You and I can help improve the planet on which we live. Theme music from Purple Planethttps://www.purple-planet.com/2040 Official Trailerhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p-rTQ443akEUS wind energy capacity is now more than 100 gigawatts, according to new reporthttps://www.cnbc.com/2019/10/31/us-wind-energy-capacity-now-over-100-gigawatts-says-new-report.html?__source=iosappshare%7Ccom.apple.UIKit.activity.MailBison back on new Badlands land for the first time since 1870.https://oilcity.news/general/2019/10/14/bison-back-on-new-badlands-land-for-first-time-since-1870-video/?utm_source=The+Goodnewsletter&utm_campaign=3156ff92cc-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_10_15_05_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b0e357ccff-3156ff92cc-105218361&goal=0_b0e357ccff-3156ff92cc-105218361&mc_cid=3156ff92cc&mc_eid=a353de97edPlastic bag use down 90% in England since 5p levyhttps://economia.icaew.com/news/august-2019/plastic-bag-use-down-90-in-england-since-5p-levy?utm_source=The+Goodnewsletter&utm_campaign=3156ff92cc-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2019_10_15_05_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b0e357ccff-3156ff92cc-105218361&goal=0_b0e357ccff-3156ff92cc-105218361&mc_cid=3156ff92cc&mc_eid=a353de97edCouple Spends 20 Years Planting an Entire Forest and Animals Have Returnedhttps://mymodernmet.com/sebastiao-salgado-forest/?fbclid=IwAR111330VZZUQS2vCoWYuhF_8_TREOJ0sBWe-iGcBKWRAqXjjgc-_Pa-a44How Penn State Is Cutting Greenhouse Emissions In Half — And Saving Moneyhttps://www.npr.org/2019/10/04/764637564/how-penn-state-is-cutting-greenhouse-emissions-in-half-and-saving-moneyContact MeProofPositivePodcast@Gmail.com

This is the first 'special' episode of Out of Line, where we explore what it feels like to be an American right now. The current political climate has created a great source of anxiety for many -- for others, there is intense grief experienced personally each time there is another mass shooting or drastic and inhumane immigration measure taken by the government. The angst is high, and yet, so are the levels of activism. More Americans are registering to vote, and choosing to use their voices to speak up about issues that matter to them. So how do we process our own emotions and experience in a way that will make us more effective citizens? How do we ensure that we are responding from a grounded place, and not just reacting and resisting. Afterall, as the saying goes, What you resist persists. This episode is a wild experiment in exploring these very questions. I, (Caroline) only got the idea to create this episode on Tuesday of this week, and created a call to action on my @teamwoodnote Instagram story, inviting guests to call in and record their own experiences. In a short 2 hour window, so many people called in that I could only be more sure that this conversation needed to happen. What you'll hear: first, some of your own voices. If you called in and answered one of the questions, (What does it feel like to be an American right now? What are your self care practices like to support you in coping? And, what role does social media play in your activism and/or mental health?) THANK YOU. I felt your anger, your embarrassment, your sadness. I also felt your trust in me -- allowing me to piece together this collective experience. Thank you. Next, I talk with two professionals who share their own takes on what is happening in the world, and, strategies on supporting yourself with health first. Some of my doctor friends have told me that 50-70% of their patients have mentioned an increase in anxiety and depression over the past 18 months, and so this needs to be talked about. Whatever your experience, and whether you have felt like you could share it with others or not, you are not alone. x Guests: Anna Kunnecke is a life coach that works to empower soulful women in finding their strength. Her business,  Declare Dominion, is based in Calgary, Alberta, Canada where she lives with her husband and their 5 kids. Anna was generous enough to hop on a Skype call with me and chat about strategies to process what’s going on in America and in our bodies, so that we can be more effective activists. Dr. Brittany Busse, is an occupational medicine specialist, and the Medical Director of Telehealth for Kura MD, Inc. She was willing to share her perspective on what is happening in America on a deeper neurological level. Resources: Boundaries [with Anna of Declare Dominion] Americans of Conscience Checklist [with Jennifer Hofmann] the Goodnewsletter [from Good Good Good]

Emily McDowell has been transforming the stationery industry since 2013 with her “greeting cards for the relationships we really have.” She's is a cancer survivor and the creator of Empathy Cards, a line of greeting cards for when you don’t know what to say. She’s also the co-author of her new book, There Is No Good Card For This. She has appeared on Good Morning America, NPR, and NBC, and featured in the New York Times, USA Today, and Women's Health. -- @EmilyMcDowell_: Instagram, Twitter, Facebook | emilymcdowell.com @BrandenHarvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook & Snapchat | brandenharvey.com Find show notes at soundsgoodpodcast.com Sign up for the Goodnewsletter at goodnewsletter.org

Nancy is the CEO of Crisis Text Line, a non-profit organization providing free crisis intervention via text messages and was the creator of Dress for Success, a non-profit organization that provides professional attire for low-income women, to help support their job-search and interview process. Her work has been recognized with all kinds of awards and honors including being named as one of Fortune’s “World’s 50 Greatest Leaders”, Marie Claire's "20 Women Changing the World”, and Schwab's "Social Entrepreneurs of the Year". She’s also a two-time TED speaker. -- @CrisisTextLine: In crisis? Text HELLO to 741741 | crisistextline.org @BrandenHarvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook & Snapchat | brandenharvey.com Find show notes at soundsgoodpodcast.com Sign up for the Goodnewsletter at goodnewsletter.org

Hannah Brencher is a writer, TED speaker, and a professional letter sender. In 2011, she founded The World Needs More Love Letters— a global community of over 20,000 individuals across six continents, fifty-three countries, and all fifty states who believe in the power of writing love letters. Hannah’s work has been featured in the Wall Street Journal, Oprah, Glamour, USA Today, the Chicago Tribune and dozens of other publications. She’s also the author of “If You Find This Letter.” -- @HannahBrencher on Twitter & Instagram | hannahbrenchercreative.com & moreloveletters.com @BrandenHarvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook & Snapchat | brandenharvey.com Find show notes at soundsgoodpodcast.com Sign up for the Goodnewsletter at goodnewsletter.org  

Matt Wertz is a singer-songwriter who's toured with acts like Hanson, Jason Mraz, Gavin Degraw, Five For Fighting, and Ben Rector. He’s also the host of the podcast Curiosity Habit. In this episode, Branden and Matt dive deep into Matt's background, his intentional curiosity, and growing self-awareness. -- @Matt Wertz on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook | mattwertz.com @brandenharvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook & Snapchat | brandenharvey.com Find show notes at soundsgoodpodcast.com Sign up for the Goodnewsletter at goodnewsletter.org

Grace Theisen is a singer-songwriter living in Nashville, TN and she’s the co-founder of a non-profit that uses music to fight human trafficking in the United States called Songs Against Slavery. Grace balances both of these pursuits while also battling with chronic pain every day. In this conversation Branden and Grace talk about ambitiously pursuing dreams and social justice while also fighting to overcome difficult physical and mental health. -- @GraceTheisen on Twitter, Instagram & Facebook | gracetheisen.com @SongsAgainstSlavery on Instagram & Facebook | songsagainstslavery.org @brandenharvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook & Snapchat | brandenharvey.com Find show notes at soundsgoodpodcast.com Sign up for the Goodnewsletter at goodnewsletter.org

Branden Harvey is a storyteller who uses photography, social media, and many other mediums to tell of the good in the world. He's the host of the Sounds Good Podcast and writes weekly about best things happening in the world in his Goodnewsletter. I had the chance to talk with Branden about his ever changing work, the importance of pivoting and adapting, and why he does what the does. It was a fantastic conversation. Show notes: http://themeaningmovement.com/episode6

Phil Martin is a photographer and EMT who also happens to be on the autism spectrum. He serves as a volunteer and advocate for Autism Speaks— the world's leading autism science and advocacy organization. Phil has a beautiful and powerful story and an especially great laugh. I can’t wait for you to get to know and learn from him. I know I’ve learned a lot from him. -- You can connect with Phil Martin on Instagram at @phil.martin and see his photography at www.dcportraits.org. You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. Learn more about Branden and subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com. You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at Gradient.is.

In 2012, Bonnie Kate happened to be watching a movie in Aurora, Colorado when a gunman stormed into the theater and began shooting. Bonnie Kate was shot, but lived. On this week’s episode of Sounds Good, Bonnie Kate and her now-husband Max share the beautiful and hopeful story of how they’ve redeemed such a terrible tragedy in their lives, how they fell in love, the experience of their story going viral online (Their short film, Wildflower, has 1 million views!), and what’s next for them. You’re not going to want to miss this. -- You can connect with Bonnie Kate on Instagram at @bonniekatez. You can connect with Max on Instagram at @belikethefox. Follow them together on YouTube and Instagram at Adventure Us. You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. Learn more about Branden and subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com. You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new Gradient.is.

Zach King is a short-form filmmaker, internet personality most known for his “magic vines”. Zach has been a guest on Ellen, just wrapped up a season of the Amazing Race, and has more than 22 million followers across the internet. In this week’s episode we talk about how Zach has been able to stay humble, why he and his wife have decided to take in a foster child, and what’s next for his career. -- You can connect with Zach King on Instagram, Vine, YouTube, and Twitter. You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. Learn more about Branden and subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com. You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new www.Gradient.is.

Timba Smits is an award-winning designer, artist, illustrator and part-time crime fighter based in East London. He's also the Creative Director of the magazines Little White Lies and Huck. In this episode Timba shares about his life growing up in Melbourne, Australia, working hard to accomplish his goals, and overcoming a difficult time in his life. -- You can connect with Timba Smits on Instagram and Twitter and see his work at www.timbasmits.com. You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. Learn more about Branden and subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com. You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new www.Gradient.is.

Elsie Larson is a brilliant blogger, entrepreneur and all-around creative person. Elsie runs the popular blog A Beautiful Mess with her sister and through A Beautiful Mess has launched a handful of bestselling apps, dozens of courses, a number of products, and of course thousands of blog posts. -- You can connect with Elsie Larson on Instagram and check out A Beautiful Mess on Instagram and Twitter and at www.abeautifulmess.com. (And get 20% off A Beautiful Mess’ blogging e-course at shop.abeautifulmess.com with ‘20OFFSOUNDSGOOD”) You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. Learn more about Branden and subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com. You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new www.Gradient.is.

Ryan O’Neal is the singer-songwriter and composer behind the band Sleeping At Last. Sleeping at Last’s music has been featured in and used by the Twilight Saga, the Fault in Our Stars trailer, Dancing with the Stars, Jane the Virgin, Super Bowl Commercials, Ellen DeGeneres, a million episodes of Grey’s Anatomy, So You Think You Can Dance, Kid President, and dozens of other shows. This week Branden talked with Ryan about how he got where he is, his creative process, and what inspires him. -- You can connect with Sleeping at Last on Instagram and Twitter at @sleepingatlast and listen to his music (and subscribe to his fun newsletter!) at www.sleepingatlast.com.   You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. Learn more about Branden and subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com/goodnewsletter.   You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new www.Gradient.is.

Nirrimi Firebrace is an award-winning Australian photographer who catapulted into the public eye when she was just a teenager. She runs an incredibly popular blog called Fire & Joy, where she’s shared her beautiful, sometimes heartbreaking, and always hopeful life story through photos and words since she was a young teenager. She’s shot for all kinds of brands and bands all over the world and everywhere she goes she loves people well. -- You can connect with Nirrimi Firebrace on Instagram at @fireandjoy and see her photos and read her blog at www.fireandjoy.com.   You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey.Learn more about Branden and subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com/goodnewsletter.   You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new www.Gradient.is.

In 2015 when protests broke out in Baltimore in response to the death of Freddie Gray, photographer and activist Devin Allen was one of the first photographers on the scene to share his photos with the world. His photos were quickly shared by celebrities like Rihanna and Beyonce and one of his most iconic photos landed on the cover of TIME magazine. Since then, it’s been a crazy year for him. Under Armour hired him to tour with Steph Curry around Asia shooting photos, Pope Francis was gifted a book that included some of his work, and he had some of his photographs shown at the Smithsonian. And now over a year after his rise to fame, Devin is helping change his community and the way it’s perceived for good. -- You can connect with Devin Allen on Instagram and Twitter at @byDVNLLN. And see his iconic TIME cover at www.brandenharvey.com/sounds-good/devin-allen   You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey.Learn more about him and subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com/goodnewsletter.   You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new www.Gradient.is.

You’ve almost certainly seen Dallas Clayton’s fun and positive Instagram photos or at the least, some Instagram photos inspired by him. When he’s not busy writing books (for children of all ages), touring the world, painting on buildings, or climbing trees, he is generally trying find happiness and share it with others. He’s been called the Dr. Seuss of the internet generation, Justin Timberlake is a big fan, and I think you’re really going to love this quirky and unconventional conversation. -- You can connect with Dallas Clayton on Instagram and Twitter at @dallasclayton. Check out his books and art at www.dallasclayton.com.   You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. Learn more about him and subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com.   You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new www.Gradient.is.  

Sammy Nickalls is an essayist and mental health advocate. She is a staff writer for HelloGiggles and the originator of the popular Twitter hashtag, #TalkingAboutIt. Sammy's work generally focuses on personal essays, feminism, and mental health awareness. -- You can connect with Sammy Nickalls and check out #TalkingAboutIt on Twitter at @sammynickalls.   You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey (with an -en at the end). And subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com.     You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new www.Gradient.is.

Victor Saad is an Egyptian-American living in Chicago who believes that relationships are the most powerful engines for change. After ditching grad school to create his own successful masters program called The Leap Year Project, Victor founded the Experience Institute, joining forces with industry leaders from Leo Burnett, Stanford, and Ideo to design a new type of higher education rooted in real-world experience. -- You can connect with Victor Saad on Instagram and Twitter at @victorsaad.Find out more about Experience Institute on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram at @ExpInstitute and www.expinstitute.com.   You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. And subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com.   You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new www.Gradient.is.

Cubby Graham is one of the happiest and most lovable people on the internet. With 750,000 Instagram followers and plenty more spread across other platforms, the whimsical and hopeful photos Cubby shares on a daily basis have the reach to make people smile all around the world. The most amazing thing about Cubby’s influence is that he uses it for good in all kinds of ways. On top of being a fun-loving internet celebrity— Cubby also works at the innovative non-profit, charity: water.  -- You can connect with Cubby Graham on Instagram and Twitter at @cubbygraham.   You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. You can subscribe to Branden’s weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com.   You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new Gradient.is.

Eryn Erickson is a musician turned entrepreneur living in Atlanta, Georgia. She’s the founder of So Worth Loving, a lifestyle brand focused on reminding people of their value. You’ve probably seen the words So Worth Loving on t-shirts, Instagram posts or all over Tumblr. So Worth Loving exists to dare people to live louder and love deeper. To remind people that they are valued. They are loved. They are worth fighting for. -- You can connect with Eryn Erickson on Instagram, and Twitter at @eryneddy. Find out more about So Worth Loving on Twitter, Instagram and www.soworthloving.com. You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. Subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com.   You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new Gradient.is.

Tyson Motsenbocker is a songwriter and guitarist living in San Diego, California. After the release of two EPs Until it Lands and Rivers and Roads, Motsenbocker defined himself as a mature lyricist and accomplished songwriter, sharing the stage with the likes of David Bazan, Vance Joy and James Bay. In 2013, after the death of his mother and hero, Motsenbocker walked the six hundred mile stretch of coastline to San Francisco in memory of her. His most recent album Letters to Lost Loves is based on his experience losing his mother and walking down the west coast. The album has been incredibly well received. NPR described it as “a strongly-formed debut album from someone who's been through the ringer spiritually, physically and emotionally.” -- You can connect with Tyson Motsenbocker on Instagram and Twitter and buy or stream his new album at www.tysonmotsenbocker.com.   You can follow along with Branden Harvey’s travels and adventures on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. Learn more about Branden and subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com.    You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new www.Gradient.is.

After pioneering anti-slavery initiatives in India with the International Justice Mission, John served as a federal prosecutor in the United States Department of Justice’s Human Trafficking Prosecution Unit for over a decade. It was here that he investigating and prosecuting labor and sex trafficking cases throughout the United States. Through his work combatting human trafficking, John has earned numerous awards and has served as an expert to the United Nations and the European Union as they too seek to fight human trafficking around the world. He has also trained judges, prosecutors, federal agents, law enforcement officers, NGOs, and international delegations on human trafficking. He recently left the Department of Justice to found the Human Trafficking Institute – which uses proven strategies to stop traffickers, rescue victims, and decimate the prevalence of slavery. Oh, and get this: The head of the FBI’s Human Trafficking Program called John “every trafficker’s worst nightmare" -- You can connect with John Cotton Richmond on Twitter and Facebook and learn more about his work and The Human Trafficking Institute at www.johncottonrichmond.com.   You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey. And subscribe to his freshly redesigned weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com.   You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new www.Gradient.is.

Joshua DuBois is a former assistant to President Obama and became the President’s friend and spiritual advisor. Often described as Pastor-in-Chief. He was named one of the top 100 most influential African Americans in the country by The Root and Ebony Magazine. He’s written four cover stories for Newsweek and has been featured by The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Fox News, CNN, and the Washington Post. Joshua is now the founder and CEO of Values Partnerships, a consultancy that has worked with Paramount Pictures, Oprah Winfrey, The History Network, and ABC’s Shark Tank. -- You can connect with Joshua DuBois on Instagram and Twitter and learn more about Joshua and buy his book at www.joshuadubois.com.     You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey.And subscribe to his freshly redesigned weekly Goodnewsletter at www.brandenharvey.com.    You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new Gradient.is.

Me Ra Koh has lived an incredible and diverse life. She’s spent time in a psychiatric ward, written several books, shot photos for some of the biggest brands in the world, and starred all over the television world. She’s recently starred on the Nate Berkus Show on the Oprah Winfrey Network, starred regularly on Disney, and is currently filming and producing a travel show with her amazing family of four all over the world. Me Ra is high-energy, full of intentionality, and loves to laugh. Today she shared about stepping into the unknown, being fully present in the moment, and the beauty of rejection and failure. -- You can connect with Me Ra Koh on Facebook and learn more about her at merakoh.com   You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey (with an -en at the end).Subscribe to Branden’s weekly Goodnewsletter at brandenharvey.com.    You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new Gradient.is.

Adam J. Kurtz, or ADAMJK is an artist, and author of 1 Page at a Time, which has been translated into more than a dozen languages. As an artist he’s worked with the New York Times, HP, Buzzfeed, Tumblr and Urban Outfitters. In this episode, Branden and Adam talk about optimism, depression, making opportunities happen, and how to take life day by day. --  You can connect with Adamjk on Instagram and Twitter at @adamjk and see his work at adamjkurtz.com. You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey (with an -en at the end).Subscribe to Branden’s weekly Goodnewsletter at brandenharvey.com.   You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new Gradient.is.

Kohl is the CEO and co-founder of Krochet Kids International, a non-profit using something as simple as crocheting to empower people around the world to rise above poverty. Today Branden talks with Kohl about the importance of travel, the secret to starting things, and how to change the world.  --  You can connect with Kohl Crecelius on Instagram, Snapchat, and Twitter at @kohlgreyson. Find out more about Krochet Kids International on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and krochetkids.com. You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook and Snapchat at @brandenharvey (with an -en at the end).And subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at brandenharvey.com.    You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new Gradient.is.

Maia and Alex Shibutani are Olympic figure skaters at the top of their game. The duo have been in the public eye for years because of their incredible talent at such a young age, but also because brother-sister teams are uncommon in the sport. With 12 years of skating together under their belts, these siblings have competed together all over the world. They just won the National Championship and are competing at the World Championships the moment this episode is going live. ESPN called them stunning. The US Olympic Team describes them as incredibly dynamic in and outside the rink. On top of all of this, I just think Maia and Alex are some of the most genuine, interesting, and fun people I’ve ever met. -- You can connect with Maia Shibutani on Instagram and Twitter at @maiashibutani. You can connect with Alex Shibutani on Instagram and Twitter at @alexshibutaniYou can connect with them collectively on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Snapchat at @shibsibs. You can connect with Branden Harvey on Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat at @brandenharvey (with an -en at the end).And subscribe to his weekly Goodnewsletter at brandenharvey.com. You can find more podcasts like Sounds Good at the all new Gradient.is.