Podcast appearances and mentions of Houston Food Bank

Abby Trahan is the Associate Director of Philanthropy at MD Anderson Cancer Center and one of two recipients of the 2025 Outstanding Young Professional award from the Association of Fundraising Professionals. In just five years, Abby has delivered transformational fundraising results—from growing monthly giving at the Houston Food Bank to securing major gifts and endowed support at the University of Houston Law Center. Now at MD Anderson, she brings her passion for equity, mentorship, and community-driven impact to one of the nation's leading cancer centers. We spoke with her live at ICON, the association's international conference in Seattle, Washington.

Monthly Giving Week is here! So how do you grow a recurring donor program from a trickle to over 5,200 committed supporters? In this powerful episode, Ashlyn Jones, the force behind Houston Food Bank's “Faithful Friends” program, shares how the organization invested in a full-time sustainer role. AND, why having someone solely focused on nurturing monthly givers has been a game changer for retention and revenue.Ashlyn walks us through how emergencies, storytelling, and strategic touchpoints helped build long-term donor loyalty. She dives into the campaigns and platforms they've used, including paid social ads, telefunding, and stewardship emails - and how simple things like phone calls and handwritten notes have moved the needle on retention.One of the most inspiring takeaways? Ashlyn's approach to storytelling and writing in a way that donors feel their impact immediately, leading to an increase in their monthly gifts. This episode is jam-packed with actionable advice for nonprofits ready to build a loyal base of recurring donors.Resources & LinksConnect with Ashlyn on LinkedIn and learn more about the Houston Food Bank on their website. This show is presented by LinkedIn for Nonprofits. We're so grateful for their partnership. Explore their incredible suite of resources and discounts for nonprofit teams here. Are you still dreaming about building your monthly giving program or refreshing your current one? Applications are now open for my “done with you” Monthly Giving Mastermind. 4 spots are open and we start in July. Click here to apply. My book, The Monthly Giving Mastermind, is here! Grab a copy here and learn my framework to build, grow, and sustain subscriptions for good.Let's Connect! Send a DM on Instagram or LinkedIn and let us know what you think of the show! Head to YouTube for digital marketing how-to videos and podcast teasers Want to book Dana as a speaker for your event? Click here!

In this episode of Rising Voices of Fundraising: The Emerging Leaders Podcast, our 2025 Outstanding Young Professional award recipients share the strategies that led to amazing fundraising results, as well as the personal career moves they've made that have set them up for success. Their advice serves as a blueprint for emerging leaders unsure of how to take their career to the next level.   Abby and Brian will be honored at AFP ICON 2025 in Seattle, April 27-29.  Guests: Brian Marquez, development officer at the Southern Scholarship Foundation: Starting as a development coordinator at Elder Care Services (ECS) in Tallahassee, Brian introduced initiatives such as a quarterly impact report that highlighted to donors the valuable role their contributions played in creating positive change at the senior service agency. These stewardship-focused efforts resulted in increased donor retention, including inspiring one donor to triple their gift from the previous year. As a queer Latino, Brian's leadership at ECS extended beyond fundraising. While chair of ECS's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, Brian launched an effort to translate materials into Spanish, and secured SAGE certification for ECS, ensuring the organization was a welcoming and affirming space for LGBTQ+ seniors. While the industry as a whole continues to struggle to retain and recruit new donors, Brian is defying trends with a focus on meaningful donor engagement that has contributed to a 5% increase in retention, a 7% increase in first-time donors, and a 17% increase in monthly donors. His use of automated, segmented campaigns celebrating donor milestones and personalized welcome campaigns for new donors reflect Brian's ability to embrace new technology in fostering relationships. Beyond his professional achievements, Brian has made a profound impact as a volunteer and advocate. As president of the AFP FL, Big Bend Chapter, he has significantly increased attendance and engagement by fostering collaborations with local nonprofit leaders. Additionally, he is deeply committed to advancing LGBTQ+ equality, serving on the board of Equality Florida and contributing to policy initiatives through the City of Tallahassee Mayor's LGBTQ+ Advisory Council. Abby Trahan, MPA, CFRE, development officer II, at the University of Houston: In her first professional role as annual giving coordinator for the Houston Food Bank, Abby grew the monthly giving program by 60%, generating $3 million in dependable annual revenue with a remarkable 96% donor retention rate. Beyond the numbers, she created a culture of gratitude and stewardship through innovations such as a new tool for tracking donor touchpoints and a cross-departmental letter writing day to personally thank donors. In her successive roles as development officer I and II for the University of Houston, Abby has significantly expanded the organization's capacity to attract and retain major donors, resulting in multiple six-figure gifts, including a $1 million commitment, as well as the University of Houston Law Center's first endowed professorship during the current dean's tenure. Her talents extend beyond major gifts, also facilitating a peer-to-peer campaign that raised $113,000—the highest in four years. As an active member of AFP since 2018, Abby has demonstrated her leadership at the chapter level, serving as communications chair for National Philanthropy Day and mentoring emerging professionals through the Greater Houston Chapter's Collegiate Chapters program. Abby also earned her Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE) credential just three years after joining the profession, showcasing her commitment to her future career in fundraising. Hosts:  Emily Leitzinger, CFRE, CNP, Director of National Leadership Giving, Cure SMA: Emily Leitzinger is a fundraising executive with over 15 years of experience driving organizational growth and sustainability through innovative fundraising strategies and donor engagement. She currently serves as the Director of National Leadership Giving at Cure SMA and is particularly proud of launching the first-ever Legacy Society for the organization. Emily is dedicated to advancing equity and inclusion in philanthropy, as noted in her Master's capstone. In this project, she examines the effects of donor influence on nonprofit operations and proposes frameworks for more balanced and ethical donor engagement. A chartering member and past president of the Mid-City, New Orleans Rotary Club, Emily is affectionately known as the Deputy Governor of "Yes" and is set to become the District Governor of District 6840. In addition to her professional achievements, she enjoys traveling, long-distance running, and craft beer, and is a huge fan of The Office.  She lives in New Orleans with her Elvis-impersonating husband, Mike.    Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier, CFRE, ACNP, GPC, CAP, Founder & CEO, AQP Consulting & Executive Director, ENP: Dr. Allison Quintanilla Plattsmier has fourteen years of experience in the nonprofit sector and has collectively raised approximately $5 million for over 75 organizations. She serves as Executive Director of ENP and runs her own nonprofit consulting firm, AQP Consulting, where she helps grassroots nonprofits with fundraising strategy, strategic planning, board development, and grant writing.  Allison is a vocal advocate for gender parity, closing the wage gap, and ending the motherhood penalty. With accolades such as AFP's Outstanding Young Fundraising Professional, NBJ's 40 Under 40, NBJ's Women of Influence, a National Latino Leader, and the Women Who Rock Nashville Social Justice Award, Dr. Quintanilla Plattsmier strives to serve and better her community every day. A dedicated AFP member for the last seven years, Allison currently chairs the Women's Impact Initiative (WII) Mentorship Program and serves on the LEAD Education Advisory Committee. When she is not out serving her community, she is spending time with her three kids, Quintan, Karina, and Kamren.

Welcome back to The Path Forward! In this episode recorded at TASA Midwinter 2025 Dr. Rick Fernandez reconnects with returning guest Dr. Tory Hill, Superintendent of Channelview ISD. Dr. Hill shares groundbreaking innovations for special education students, including a custom-designed tiny home "Living Learning Lab" and a workforce partnership with the Houston Food Bank. Learn how Channelview ISD creates an educational ecosystem where truly all students are empowered to thrive through innovative thinking, strategic partnerships, and a leadership philosophy that prioritizes student voice. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about breaking barriers and creating meaningful pathways to independence for every student!To learn more about PracticePlan visit their website at www.practiceplan.ioHost: Dr. Rick FernandezGuest: Dr. Tory Hill, Superintendent, Channelview ISDTime Stamps & Show Notes: (00:00 - 00:40) Introduction and Sponsor Message from Practice Plan (00:41 - 01:30) Guest Introduction: "Innovator Extraordinaire" (01:31 - 03:29) The Living Learning Lab: Tiny Home for Special Education Students (03:30 - 05:19) Genesis of the Tiny Home Project (05:20 - 06:49) "Innovative Bubbles": Creating Safe Spaces for Risk-Taking (06:50 - 08:49) Parent Reactions to the Special Education Innovations (08:50 - 10:49) Houston Food Bank Partnership for Work-Based Learning (10:50 - 12:19) Leadership Philosophy: "Hire Well and Get Out of the Way" (12:20 - 14:19) Student Voice and Meeting Individual Needs (14:20 - 15:39) Innovation as a Necessity in Today's Educational Landscape (15:40 - 17:39) Advice for New Superintendents: Know Yourself First (17:40 - 19:39) Channelview Students and Workforce Development (19:40 - 21:00) Closing Thoughts and Future CollaborationHashtags: #ChannelviewISD #EducationalInnovation #SpecialEducation #IndependentLiving #WorkforceDevelopment #StudentVoice #SuperintendentLeadership #InnovativeBubbles #SpecialServices #WorkBasedLearning #AllMeansAll #StudentSuccess #EducationalPartnership #TexasEducation #ThePathForward

 Leading the Houston Texans: A Conversation with Cal and Hannah McNair In this week's Team Never Quit episode, Marcus and Melanie sit down with Cal and Hannah McNair, the dynamic duo behind the Houston Texans. Cal McNair, the Chair and Chief Executive Officer of the Houston Texans, has been at the helm of the team since 2018, guiding them through remarkable achievements, including a 10-7 record in the 2023 season under a rookie head coach and quarterback. Under his leadership, the Texans secured their seventh division title and unveiled new fan-inspired uniforms in 2024. McNair attended The University of Texas at Austin, where he was a four-year member of the Longhorns' football team. He earned a master's degree in business administration from the Rice University Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Management. Cal shares his journey from his early career at Cogen Technologies to becoming the principal owner of the Texans in 2024. He discusses his vision for the team, the importance of community involvement, and the Texans Foundation's impact on Houston, which has raised over $48 million since its inception. Hannah McNair, a proud native Houstonian and University of Houston alum, joins the conversation to talk about their shared passion for philanthropy and, of course, the Houston Texans. With a background in business from the University of Houston and Rice University, Hannah has been deeply involved in numerous charities across the city, from the YMCA to the Houston Food Bank. She reflects on the couple's commitment to giving back, balancing life as parents of seven, and supporting the community that has given them so much. In This Episode You Will Hear: • [Cal] What I really enjoy is going into someone else's house, and beating them, and then seeing our fans, surrounded by the other team's colors, and they're wearing our colors in the stands , and when we win those games is my favorite [moment]. (3:27) • [Cal] We have fans that have had seats next to each other that didn't know each other, but because they came to the game and sat next to each other, they became friends. (4:29) • [Cal played football at] The University of Texas. (8:07) • [Cal] The team was [originally] awarded to Los Angeles, but it had a deadline and they didn't meet it. (9:07) • [Hannah] The interesting thing about twins is that you have had somebody who's had your back your entire life. (26:50) • [Hannah] I think team sports is one of the most important educational things you can teach kids. (34:53) • [Hannah] [In baseball] You fail most of the time. If you have an error, are you gonna just stop the game? Are you gonna run to your parents? Or are you gonna learn from it, and go to the next play. You can't just quick. (34:59) • [Hannah] If you can learn how to be part of a team and put your personal feelings aside for the greater good of the team, I think that's a valuable lesson, especially with youth today. (35:45) • [Hannah] With anything in the public eye, you try to use those [harassment in the stands] to create a better person in them, so that they're ready for whatever comes their way, (40:13) • [Hannah] You have to have God as your foundation. If you don't have that to turn to, you're lost already. (40:38) • [Hannah] You cannot go wrong by doing what's right. (45:48) • [Marcus] Q: What's the best piece of advice or wisdom you've got from somebody? [Cal] A: Never Quit. (47:52) • [Hannah] [CJ Stroud] is the CEO on the field. (48:32)

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Leading the Houston Texans: A Conversation with Cal and Hannah McNair In this week's Team Never Quit episode, Marcus and Melanie sit down with Cal and Hannah McNair, the dynamic duo behind the Houston Texans. Cal McNair, the Chair and Chief Executive Officer of the Houston Texans, has been at the helm of the team since 2018, guiding them through remarkable achievements, including a 10-7 record in the 2023 season under a rookie head coach and quarterback. Under his leadership, the Texans secured their seventh division title and unveiled new fan-inspired uniforms in 2024. McNair attended The University of Texas at Austin, where he was a four-year member of the Longhorns' football team. He earned a master's degree in business administration from the Rice University Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Management. Cal shares his journey from his early career at Cogen Technologies to becoming the principal owner of the Texans in 2024. He discusses his vision for the team, the importance of community involvement, and the Texans Foundation's impact on Houston, which has raised over $48 million since its inception. Hannah McNair, a proud native Houstonian and University of Houston alum, joins the conversation to talk about their shared passion for philanthropy and, of course, the Houston Texans. With a background in business from the University of Houston and Rice University, Hannah has been deeply involved in numerous charities across the city, from the YMCA to the Houston Food Bank. She reflects on the couple's commitment to giving back, balancing life as parents of seven, and supporting the community that has given them so much. In This Episode You Will Hear: • [Cal] What I really enjoy is going into someone else's house, and beating them, and then seeing our fans, surrounded by the other team's colors, and they're wearing our colors in the stands , and when we win those games is my favorite [moment]. (2:45) • [Cal] We have fans that have had seats next to each other that didn't know each other, but because they came to the game and sat next to each other, they became friends. (3:47) • [Cal played football at] The University of Texas. (7:27) • [Cal] The team was [originally] awarded to Los Angeles, but it had a deadline and they didn't meet it. (8:22) • [Hannah] The interesting thing about twins is that you have had somebody who's had your back your entire life. (29:24) • [Hannah] I think team sports is one of the most important educational things you can teach kids. (37:35) • [Hannah] [In baseball] You fail most of the time. If you have an error, are you gonna just stop the game? Are you gonna run to your parents? Or are you gonna learn from it, and go to the next play. You can't just quick.  (37:46) • [Hannah] If you can learn how to be part of a team and put your personal feelings aside for the greater good of the team, I think that's a valuable lesson, especially with youth today. (38:28) • [Hannah] With anything in the public eye, you try to use those [harassments in the stands] to create a better person in them, so that they're ready for whatever comes their way, (42:56) • [Hannah] You have to have God as your foundation. If you don't have that to turn to, you're lost already. (43:21) • [Hannah] You cannot go wrong by doing what's right. (50:11) • [Marcus] Q: What's the best piece of advice or wisdom you've got from somebody? [Cal] A: Never Quit. (52:16) • [Hannah] [CJ Stroud] is the CEO on the field. (52:56)  Socials: - IG:  houstontexans -  IG: team_neverquit , marcusluttrell , melanieluttrell , huntero13 - https://www.patreon.com/teamneverquit Sponsors:    - Navyfederal.org          - Tonal.com [TNQ]   - PDSDebt.com/TNQ   - drinkAG1.com/TNQ    - GoodRX.com/TNQ    - ghostbed.com/TNQ [TNQ]    - Shadyrays.com [TNQ]   - Hims.com/TNQ    - Shopify.com/TNQ   - mackweldon.com/utm_source=streaming&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcastlaunch&utm_content=TNQutm_term=TNQ   - PXG.com/TNQ   - Aura.com/TNQ   - Moink.com/TNQ    - Policygenius.com   - TAKELEAN.com [TNQ]   - usejoymode.com [TNQ]   - Shhtape.com [TNQ]

On Thursday's show: Houston Public Media reporters share updates on how residents are doing in the aftermath of Beryl.Also this hour: We talk with the American Red Cross Texas Gulf Coast, Houston Food Bank, and Interfaith Ministries for Greater Houston about their efforts to support Houstonians.Then, we discuss the effects of Beryl on local agriculture and the outlook for the future of farming in Texas with Froberg's Farm and Plant it Forward.And on the 10th anniversary of his film Boyhood, we revisit our 2014 conversation with director Richard Linklater.

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Doug talks hunting, fishing, and golf with callers, and gets some tips from Camillie Null on Kayaks. Doug interviews Lori Thurman with Hunters for the Hungry, a program partnered with the Houston Food Bank that gets fresh meat from donated field dressed game to hungry people.

The Texans recently held their 'Taste of Texans' benefit to help refill the pantries over at the Houston Food Bank....and a good Samaritan was on his way to work on the Southwest Freeway when we came across an officer who'd been shot - his quick actions may have helped save his life

On Episode 226, host Jen Barna MD welcomes Dr. Manizeh Mirza-Gruber to discuss how to connect heart, mind, body and spirit for healing, wellness and well-being, using Mind-Body Medicine and Mindfulness Meditation. Dr. Mirza-Gruber is a licensed board Certified Psychiatrist, Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, Certified Yoga teacher, and Certified Mind-Body Medicine Skills Facilitator. She describes herself as an individual, parent, and psychiatrist, and follows a holistic approach to life. She believes in connecting heart, mind, body and spirit for healing and wellness. She's been facilitating mind-body skills workshops and groups since January 2018 to bring healing in the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey, and through the coronavirus pandemic. Manizeh leads meditation groups and teaches mindfulness classes and workshops, and she leads a free weekly virtual guided meditation called Mindful Mondays. Please join Manizeh Mirza-Gruber, M.D. for her annual “Gather in Gratitude” virtual workshop on Sunday, November 19th from 10am – 11am CT to share space and gratitude practices together before the holidays. This year, in addition to donating 25% of the registration fee to the Houston Food Bank as is the tradition, Manizeh will also be donating 25% of the registration fee to the Houston SPCA so she can contribute to meals and shelter for animals in need. Please reach out to Manizeh at manizeh@mindfulinpractice.com for more information. The link to register is in the flyer on her website www.mindfulinpractice.com and Instagram page @mindfulinpractice and this is the direct link to the payment page: https://www.mindfulinpractice.com/paymentportal We invite you to explore well-being resources at http:/DocWorking.com/ You can find our Trusted Resources here: https://docworking.com/trusted-resources/ Find a coach to help you accelerate progress toward what matters most to you: https://access.docworking.com/coaches-directory/ If you enjoy this podcast, please help us by leaving us a 5 star review wherever you like to listen. Thank you for listening and for being part of the DocWorking Community!

Mexican Bingo is coming back for a chance to win FREE food over at Space City Birria Tacos and More....and Whataburger is offering up FREE burgers in exchange for $1 donations to the Houston Food Bank in the next few weeks!

On Tuesday's show: Political analyst Mark Jones of Rice University walks us through the findings of a survey about issues facing the city of Houston.  Also this hour: News 88.7's Dominic Anthony Walsh joins us for a mid-year check-in on the major developments so far in 2023 in the world of education. Then, it's time again for Houston Restaurant Weeks, the annual effort by many local restaurants to encourage you to dine out and raise money for the Houston Food Bank. In this month's installment of The Full Menu, local food writers share the details and their recommendations for some menus to check out. And we learn about the challenges of speaking in iambic pentameter while at least slightly buzzed as we go behind the scenes of Drunk Shakespeare.

Scotty has two guests this week on Horror from the High Desert. First, he sits down with author Holly Rae Garcia to discuss her short fiction, her novels "Parachute" and "Come Join the Murder," their mutual love of "Sons of Anarchy," and the Korean horror movie "I Saw the Devil." They also talk about "Table for 3," the new charity collection that Holly edited, which features three horror novellas about food scarcity from herself, Douglas Ford, and Rebecca Rowland. "Table for 3" releases TODAY, and all proceeds will go to benefit the Houston Food Bank. Click the link below to order your copy! Scotty also talks with actor, dancer, and director Alissa Hall about her new production of "Sweeney Todd" at Musical Theater Southwest here in Albuquerque. Alissa talks about the infamous story's deep roots in the horror genre, going all the way back to the "penny dreadfuls" of the 19th century, and she discusses the influence of modern slasher movies on her particular vision for this production. The interview with Holly starts at 0:2:30. The interview with Alissa starts at 1:44:46 To order your copy of "Table for 3," go to: https://www.amazon.com/Table-Anthology-Holly-Rae-Garcia/dp/1736943278/ To donate to the Houston Food Bank, go to: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/about-us/ To buy your tickets for "Sweeney Todd" at Musical Theater Southwest, go to: https://www.mtsabq.org This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

Amelia is out of town this week, so horror writer and editor Rebecca Rowland is back for another impromptu edition of A Weirdest Thing! This week she and Scotty talk about some of their earliest influences–from the movie "Time Bandits" (1981), to the darkest episode of The Smurfs and the grislier work of Clive Barker–and how it all informed their development as horror writers. To buy Rebecca's novella "Shagging the Boss," go to https://www.filthyloot.com/product/shagging-the-boss-rebecca-rowland/ To pick up her new anthology "American Cannibal," go to https://rowlandbooks.com/american-cannibal To pre-order the upcoming "Table for 3" anthology anthology and help support the Houston Food Bank, go to https://www.amazon.com/Table-Anthology-Holly-Rae-Garcia-ebook/dp/B0C2QKDZ68/

Taylor Swift did it again and made another huge donation to our Houston Food Bank (she also donated to the Houston Food Bank back in 2017 after Harvey)..... and a 14-year-old cancer patient was the lucky recipient of front row seats to Taylor's Sunday night show thanks to the generousity of another teenager

Paper Cuts LIVE! Episode 50 Conversation with authors Holly Rae Garcia, Douglas Ford, and Rebecca Rowland! In this episode we unveil the cover for the upcoming charity food shortage horror anthology TABLE FOR 3 edited by Holly Rae Garcia! Featuring novellas from authors Holly Rae Garica, Rebecca Rowland, and Douglas Ford. All proceeds from the anthology will go to benefit the Houston Food Bank. "Being constantly hungry can make a person desperate. These three authors explore what horrors could transpire in a society where everyone is hungry all the time-an all too real possibility given the climate crisis the world is grappling with." - Bev Vincent, author of Stephen King: A Complete Exploration of His Work, Life, and Influences The Houston Food Bank recognizes this as a work of fiction and does not condone or endorse any of the activities portrayed herein. If you need food assistance, please visit their website at https://www.houstonfoodbank.org Visit us at: https://www.papercutslive.com

Eric returns with another edition of What's Eric Eating, this week alongside frequent podcast co-host Matt Harris to talk about the latest news from the Houston restaurant and bar scene including Bun B finding a permanent home for Trill Burgers, Tatemo being named one of America's best new restaurants, and Houston Restaurant Weeks bringing in a large haul for the Houston Food Bank this year. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Louie's Italian American and Burger Bodega are featured. In the Guest of the Week section Eric is joined by John Reed of Ten Sushi and Bosscat Kitchen & Libations. John speaks with Eric about how much Bosscat Kitchen & Libations has grown in it's five years of operation, why now was the right time to bring Ten Sushi to Houston, the strengths of the menu at Ten Sushi, whether customers are mixing and matching with their items at Ten Sushi, the design of the new concept, how the restaurant has gone so far in it's early days of opening, why the Woodlands was the right choice for the next location of Bosscat, whether Ten Sushi could make it's way up to the Woodlands, what the future holds for their hospitality company, and much more! Follow Eric on Instagram and Twitter, plus check out some of his latest articles at Culturemap.com: Houston Rap Legend Bun B Claims Montrose Mainstay for First Trill Burgers Restaurant Houston's Corn-Obsessed Mexican Eatery Lands on Esquire's Prestigious Best New Restaurants List Houston Restaurant Weeks Serves Up Big 2022 Total for Local Charity These Are Our Favorite New Houston Restaurants of 2022 Houston's Nationally Acclaimed Viet-Cajun Restaurant Opens New Location in Farmers Market Houston's Legendary Frenchy's Chicken Opens Sizzling New Flagship Locale in Third Ward

Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, questions@townsquaretalk.org or @townsquaretalk. Thanksgiving is an opportunity to not only remind us of what we are thankful for, but also to give back to those less fortunate. We talk with a representative from the Houston Food Bank who explains what the organization is doing to distribute meals to food insecure families and how you can get involved to help.  One easy way is to volunteer, and there are a multitude of ways in which individuals and groups can volunteer. To register online to volunteer with the Houston Food Bank, click here. Given how stressful preparing a Thanksgiving dinner for your family can be, we talk with the Executive Editor of Equipment Testing and Ingredient Tasting from America's Test Kitchen, Lisa McManus. She shares advice on the best tools to help make preparing your meal a breeze and offers tips on how to put dinner on the table in a timely fashion.     Guests: Katherine “Kat” Tong Director of Volunteer Services, Houston Food Bank Lisa McManus Executive Editor of Equipment Testing & Ingredient Tasting, America's Test Kitchen Co-Host, “Gear Heads” YouTube Show Town Square with Ernie Manouse is a gathering space for the community to come together and discuss the day's most important and pressing issues. We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps

How effective is your monthly giving program? Too often, nonprofits take a “set it and forget it” approach. But by nurturing monthly donors, you can build reliable and consistent revenue for your organization that has the potential to make a million-dollar impact. In this episode, we talk with Abby Trahan, who served as the Annual Giving Coordinator at the Houston Food Bank from May 2020 to March 2022. In this role, she revamped the monthly giving program and used relationship-building tactics to more than double the number of monthly donors and increase the program's annual impact to $3 million. This success came at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic and during the winter storm that crippled Texas in February 2021. So, how did Abby do it? Most notably, she recognized that monthly donors are some of the most important and loyal donors an organization has. By treating this core group as partners who want to know their gift is making a difference, Abby built a solid community of donors with a retention rate you won't believe. Join us as we explore Abby's best strategies for acquiring new monthly donors, forging personal connections in innovative ways, and creating meaningful touchpoints that relate to your organization's mission. You'll also hear Abby's best advice for young fundraisers and why having someone dedicated specifically to cultivating monthly donors can make all the difference. Don't send your most consistent givers another tchotchke. This episode is chock-full of ways to show your monthly donors the full impact of their gift.

Food insecurity and hunger are known global challenges, and as a result, many people rely on local organizations to feed themselves and their families. As the largest food bank in the United States, the Houston Food Bank depends on its robust volunteer program to serve the Southeast Texas population, including home-bound individuals. As an Amazon Web Services (AWS) IMAGINE Grant winner, the Houston Food Bank developed a mobile application to streamline its home delivery service and, in turn, created a better volunteer and user experience. To learn more about the benefits of the cloud-based mobile app, the Fix This team sat down with Cara Gabris, director of distribution at the Houston Food Bank.

Rage giving? Social commerce? Data governance? You can be sure that there's no shortage of new concepts popping up in today's nonprofit marketing arena. But if you need a quick lesson on these trending concepts, you're in the right place. In this episode, we tackle these topics and more with industry insight consultant Nicholas Hedenkamp, who compiles the latest trends, stories, and curiosities in the fundraising and marketing world. Here are the headlines: - Donors everywhere are tightening their purse strings—especially regarding funding operations versus mission-critical work. As the immediate crisis-inspired giving resulting from the global pandemic wanes, is there a way nonprofits can communicate the continued need for support? The answer might be in harnessing the power of storytelling. - One way to ignite the donor spark to give is to tap into the phenomenon of “rage giving.” When people are fired up about something that matters, they take action however they can. Is righteous anger a sustainable motivation in today's fundraising landscape?  - Next, we talk personalization. Today's nonprofit constituent craves a personal connection more than ever. Hear how the Houston Food Bank used a simple approach to create a big impact with their monthly donors. - But while prospects desire a more tailor-made experience, they are also worried about their digital privacy. How can organizations find a careful balance between offering a personalized experience and creating confidence in how they handle personal information?  - Finally, we talk about the latest industry dud in social media marketing: social commerce. Learn why big platforms like Meta are pulling the plug on this once-promising strategy that focuses on in-app purchases.  Hear Nicholas's savvy insights about these timely topics and more in the latest episode of the Go Beyond podcast.

Brian Greene is President of Houston Food Bank, the largest food distribution bank in the nation. Greene, who once headed the New Orleans food bank, arrived in Houston on the tailwinds of 2005's Hurricane Katrina when his own Crescent City home flooded with water – only to be pummeled by Hurricane Harvey in 2017, where the first floor of his Houston home took on three feet of storm water. Join I SEE U Host Eddie Robinson as we reflect on one of Houston's costliest and most devastating natural disasters in the city's history, five years later, with Houston Food Bank CEO, Brian Greene. We'll discuss how food recovery operations in Houston and New Orleans compared to each other as well as how he managed to keep both his personal home and family needs in check while addressing major food distribution efforts during Harvey.

On this episode of HAR On The Move, Eric Sandler, Food Editor for CultureMap Houston and Amy Ragan, Chief Development Officer for the Houston Food Bank joined us to discuss Houston Restaurant weeks, it's impact on Houston-area communities, and how REALTORS can get involved! Are you an HAR MLS Platinum Subscriber? Join our Facebook Group! Click to join. Sign up for your free Inman Select Subscription here. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.

Whether we realize it or not, each of us benefits from the work of the nonprofit sector. A strong nonprofit sector is key to thriving communities. At Next Gen Nonprofit Leadership with Tommy Thomas, we are on a journey – a journey to play a small part in equipping the next generation of nonprofit leaders. Unlike similar shows where the guests often make their living writing, teaching, or speaking about leadership, our guests are seasoned leaders, and there is something we can learn from their experience that will make the nonprofit stronger and more effective. Every day, nonprofits feed, heal, shelter, educate, inspire, and nurture people of every age, race, and socioeconomic status. The common thread that runs through each nonprofit story is that the impact of the organization rises and falls on leadership – leadership throughout the organization and leadership at the board level. Join me, Dr. Tommy Thomas as we talk with David Williams about his leadership journey through the Houston Food Bank, Habitat for Humanity International, Make a Wish Foundation and currently – Shelters to Shutters.   Time Stamps 2:21 – David responds to the question “what's been the secret for staying with three organizations for over a decade each?” 5:24 – What's the most difficult part of working with David Williams? 7:05 – What's the most rewarding aspect of working for David Williams? 9:18 – David's early days with the Houston Food Bank 11:53 – Raising money for the Houston Food Bank 14:47 – The different competencies between the roles of Chief Operating Officer and Chief Executive Officer 17:23 – David discusses the role of Boards in different sized organizations 22:24 – Board Culture – what kind of culture makes for an effective Board 25:41 – The ideal Board Chair 30:00 – How long should the term be for a Board Chair? 32:00 – Evaluating Board Meetings 36:00 – The CEO Evaluation and the Board 41:00 – “If you had a do-over in your career, what would it be?”   Links and Resources JobfitMatters Website Next Gen Nonprofit Leadership with Tommy Thomas   Connect Tommy Thomas - tthomas@jobfitmatters.com Tommy's LinkedIn Profile Tommy's Twitter Profile David Williams' LinkedIn Profile

Katie Stone, President of Houston Restaurant Weeks, discusses the organization's annual fundraiser and culinary celebration benefiting the Houston Food Bank. Plus, Austin restaurateur Gabriela Bucio discusses plans to bring her flagship restaurant, Gabriela's, to Midtown Houston. The Houston Breakdown is a production of Community Impact Newspaper. This episode was produced by Olivia Aldridge and Connor McGovern with assistance from Holly Galvan and editing by Marie Leonard. Weather and allergy reports are sourced from www.weather.com and AccuWeather.

Town Square with Ernie Manouse airs at 3 p.m. CT. Tune in on 88.7FM, listen online or subscribe to the podcast. Join the discussion at 888-486-9677, questions@townsquaretalk.org or @townsquaretalk. Local residents are dining out for a good cause in support of Houston Restaurant Weeks August 1 - September 5, 2022.  Founded by the late “Diva of Dining” restaurant correspondent and philanthropist Cleverley Stone in 2003, Houston Restaurant Weeks spurs an annual citywide boom in restaurant revenues and contributions to the Houston Food Bank.  Today, we're live from B&B Butchers Restaurant to talk with several participating restauranteurs that say they're touched to be able to give back to the community during this event because it allows them to do something small, but impact people's lives in a big way. We also visit with Cleverley Stone's daughter, who shares what it means to carry on her mother's legacy.  Guests: Katie Stone President of the Cleverley Stone Foundation and Houston Restaurant Weeks Kiran Verma Chef and Owner, Kiran's Restaurant Alex Brennan-Martin Owner, Brennan's Houston Benjamin Berg CEO and Founder Berg Hospitality Group Owner, B&B Butchers Town Square with Ernie Manouse is a gathering space for the community to come together and discuss the day's most important and pressing issues. We also offer a free podcast here, on iTunes, and other apps.

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“Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind & The Machine” has returned to The John P. McGovern Museum of Health and Medical Science after its 2020 exhibition was interrupted by COVID-19 closures. The first traveling museum exhibition to focus on the reality and relevance of artificial intelligence, "Artificial Intelligence: Your Mind & The Machine" will be on display at The Health Museum until September 5, 2022. We talk to the Marketing Manager, Stephanie Wigginton for all the information. For more information, please visit https://www.thehealthmuseum.org/exhibit/ai-artificial-intelligence-your-mind-machine. Mr. Paul Newman is the Chef instructor at Houston Food Bank. He oversees a program offering Second Chances for offenders who'd like to learn culinary skills and earn a certification. He spoke with KG Smooth and I about sharing this information with our audiences on the community platform to help others in our community learn and earn for a better way of life.

During the month of May, PAVE's panels are focused on places where AVs are in action, being tested and deployed to serve the public good.Nuro is building and operating electric, autonomous delivery vehicles. Since 2019, Nuro has completed deliveries in Houston of groceries, prescriptions, and hot food in partnership with Kroger, Domino's, CVS, and the Houston Food Bank. Increasing food insecurity in Houston has highlighted the potential for autonomous delivery to help expand equitable access to goods for people that live in food deserts and for people with disabilities.Panelists from Nuro and the City of Houston joined us to discuss how the service works, the impact for local residents, and lessons learned.Guests:Kandace Cooks – Diversity, Inclusion and Belong Lead, NuroCouncil Member Edward Pollard – Houston City Council

There's a new tiny home (all fully furnished!) out in Galveston.....and our Houston Food Bank is in big need for volunteers

The Houston Food Bank is celebrating 40 years helping out our community....and the State of Texas has a website to check out to see if they owe you any money - both Dana and Jay found that they were owed!

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Today's guest has a big ole' platform, but even bigger is all that he's done with it. Back in 2020, he helped the Houston Food Bank raise $2 million during the FEEDHOU initiative. 2017 World Series champ Alex Bregman takes us through his off-season routine, the giant plans his charity, Bregman Cares, has in store and more.

David Williams is CEO of Shelters to Shutters, a national 501 (c) 3 organization that transitions individuals and families from homelessness to economic self-sufficiency by educating and engaging the real estate industry to provide employment and housing opportunities. David brings has 30 years of experience leading prominent nonprofit organizations. He has had a long career serving in key roles at some of the nation's most-respected non-profits with his most recent position as President & CEO of Genesys Works, a national youth career readiness program. Previous to Genesys Works, he served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of Make-A-Wish America. Under Williams' leadership, the organization realized record growth with national office annual revenue more than quadrupling.  He spent 11 years at Habitat for Humanity International, rising to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer after starting his nonprofit career as Executive Director of the Houston Food Bank. Here are some key insights from this week's show: Problems and solutions are both right in front of you, you just have to pause and listen. Success in a non-profit must have clearly defined ROU, as people invest their time and money in it. Why it is important to demonstrate the value of a non-profit at an individual level. Success in any organization comes from leading people to create a culture of a joyful and productive place to work in. Prefer to watch the video? Watch it here: https://youtu.be/7O6lKRYZZwU

We sat down this week with one of the kindest people in the beer business, Steve Vongrimm. Prior to working in craft beer, he worked in a group home and then for CPS. Steve shares how his past experiences inform his current position and how important empathy, authenticity, and relationships are to be successful and happy. Steve now works for Destihl Brewery, located in Normal, Illinois, and he covers their Texas accounts. At this year's GABF, Destihl was awarded a bronze medal for their Haze of the Dead and a gold medal for Tour Bus. Destihl is also known for making some of the best sours in the game. It was a pleasure getting to know Steve and hearing his insights on beer and life in general. Listen to the end to hear his unique road trip essential and last day on earth beer choice. He also invites you to Star Sailor Sunday, September 19th, starting at 3:00 pm for their End of Summer Charity BBQ. $20 gets you 2 BBQ meats and 2 sides, and all proceeds go to the Houston Food Bank. Thank you, Steve, for sharing your time with us. Thank you to our friends at The Cove on Hamblen for welcoming us on a Thursday. Visit 1886 Humble Backyard Saturday the 18th for the Humble Craft Beer Blowout. We met with them on our last episode. This festival is going to be a blast! Then visit Star Sailor Sunday the 19th for some delicious BBQ and to support the Houston community. Have a great weekend! Cheers! Follow Texas Beer Experience Facebook Instagram Twitter YouTube Texas Beer Collective Facebook Group Visit Our Website Leave Us A Message Music by Bad Child

SummaryIf we look, we can see missing hope in all kinds of places. Some parents lack hope because their child struggles with chronic illness, some families don't even know if they can buy groceries next week, and some don't even have a home. Throughout his career, David Williams has become an expert in giving people hope, and he'll share what he's learned so that all of us can be better at building hope in others and ourselves. About Our Guesthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/david-williams-18111760#:~:text=As%20the%20President%20%26%20CEO%20of,member%20national%20Board%20of%20Directors. (David Williams) has served as the Executive Director of the Houston Food Bank, COO of Habitat for Humanity, CEO of the national Make-A-Wish Foundation, and CEO of GenesisWorks. He currently works as CEO for Shelters to Shutters, a national organization addressing homelessness through the real estate industry. Useful Linkshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UNO9kPPE6_I (A minute with David Williams): David Williams discusses what it takes to deliver inspiration to families with children faced with illness. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0uPMqXU7NHA (What Melts Your Butter) is David Williams TEDx Talk about Hope. https://genesysworks.org/ (GenesysWorks:) GenesysWorks provides pathways to career success for high school students in underserved communities through skills training, meaningful work experiences, and impactful relationships. Our program consists of 8 weeks of technical and professional skills training, a paid year-long corporate internship, college and career coaching, and alumni support to and through college.  https://wish.org/batkid (Batkid Make-A-Wish): It all began with a new superhero who rallied the entire world as he confronted evildoers in San Francisco. Today Batkid is a symbol of everything that is right and good with the world. https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/ (Houston Food Bank: )Founded in 1982, the Houston Food Bank is a certified member of Feeding America, the nation's food bank network, with a four-star rating from Charity Navigator. We distribute fresh produce, meat and nonperishables and prepare nutritious hot meals for kids in our state-of-the-art Keegan Kitchen. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/makeawish-president-ceo-d_b_6037078 (National Make-A-Wish): An Interview With Make-A-Wish President &CEO David Williams. http://shelterstoshutters.org/our-team/ (Shelters to Shutters:) We seek to change the trajectory of those experiencing homelessness in our country by providing two critical components- housing and employment. https://scholar.google.com/scholar?hl=en&as_sdt=0%2C45&as_vis=1&q=snyder+hope+theory&btnG= (Charles Snyder) developed a psychological framework for hope, using ideas like pathways-thinking and agency-thinking. About Merit LeadershipLearn more about Merit Leadership and its offerings at: http://meritleadership.com (http://meritleadership.com) Pleasant Pictures MusicJoin the Pleasant Pictures Music Club to get unlimited access to high-quality, royalty-free music for all of your projects. Use the discount code HOWTOHELP15 for 15% off your first year. https://pleasantpictures.club (https://pleasantpictures.club)

After a week off, we are back with an extra long episode for you all! This week, we're talking about keeping up with the Gen Z style trends, the Meghan & Harry interview aftermath, the Bachelor finale drama and who was snubbed at the Grammys. Please see below for resources to support the Asian community and donate if you are able to! CONNECT WITH US: Instagram - @hertakepodcast Twitter - @hertakepod RESOURCES: Support Asian Communities: Stop AAPI Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Gold House: https://goldhouse.org/ Asia Society: https://asiasociety.org/ Instagram: @soyouwanttotalkabout Randy Park GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/in-memory-of-hyunjungkim-to-support-my-brother-i?qid=7b817a479b8726b73cc877ef9cf969d6 NAPA Women's Forum: https://www.napawf.org/ Southern Winter Storm Relief: Feeding Texas: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/peoplefirstfeedingtexas Houston Food Bank: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/ Additional Resources: https://www.nbcdfw.com/about-nbc-5/community/storm-relief-resources/2558691/ COVID Resources: NYS COVID-19 Hotline: 1 (833) 697-4829 COVID-19 Vaccination Info: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-vaccine/art-20484859 Anti-Racism Resources: Anti-Racism Resources: www.rachelricketts.com/antiracism-resources Anti-Racism Articles, Books, Films, Podcasts: docs.google.com/document/d/1BRlF2…KET_uxBDK_lmycRug Black Lives Matter Resources: blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/# Justice for Breonna Taylor: www.justicefor-breonnataylor.com Justice for Jacob Blake: https://www.justiceforall.org/black-lives-matter/justice-for-jacob-blake/

Matt, Mark and Robert dig into a new installment of Trash or Cash!. We have updates on Austin FC opening matches and more exciting news. Annah Hackett joins us to talk about how she fell in love with Soccer. Music by Hong Kong Wigs.Austin FC Updates Opening Matches - April 17 at LAFC, April 24 at Colorado, June 19 vs San Jose at Q2Official/announced preseason matches: March 19: vs. OKC Energy at St. Edward's University March 25: vs. Louisville City SC at St. Edward's University Player Numbers Assigned 1st national team callup: Žan Kolmanič Called Up to Slovenia U-21 National Team Uniform reveal: black shorts, black shoes, green trim First preseason press conferences with Josh Wolff and players  Anthem Updates / Upcoming Events Music practice at Circle Brewing next Wednesday March 24th 7pm - weekly moving forward. Outside, socially distant, musical talent optional, love of beer is an asset but not required Special joint music practice with Los Verdes, La Murga Saturday March 27 at Zilker, details to follow Away Travel and Watch Party in Austin Surveys sent out Volunteers still needed: Graphic Designers Art and Brand Leads Social Content Creators Our own Jorge Chavez, host of El Podcast de El Himno de Austin, is a contributor to Futbol En Vivo radio show that is on Wednesdays at 9pm on 91.7 HD3 Winter Sucks! These special edition scarves are a collaboration between Anthem, Dallas Beer Guardians, Texian Army, The Surge, 210 Alliance and Denton Harbingers to support Texas' food banks as we recover from the 2021 winter storm. All proceeds will be evenly distributed among the North Texas Food Bank, Houston Food Bank, San Antonio Food Bank, and Central Texas Food Bank. How I fell in Love with Soccer Major League Soccer Most Intriguing Opening weekend match that isn't Austin FC Our picks to win MLS Cup, and one dark horse team who could surprise everyone? CONCACAF Champions League Trash or Cash! Continued Feature / InterviewMake your picks Brighton v Newcastle - Potential relegation decider!Saturday 20th at 3pm CST NBCSN Celtic v Rangers - Auld Firm DerbySunday 21st March @ 7am on ESPN+ Wrap-up Austin Anthem is the Supporters Group for Austin FC. Catch-up with us online and become a member at AustinAnthem.org and on social media. Anthem merchandise is available on our online store. Free shipping of fantastic grackle gear for in the stands or around Austin. Merch money goes to fund our non-profit's operation. Today we close out the pod with a song by Austin's own 3-piece power band with one of our favorite names in recent history: Hong Kong Wigs.  They have been recently featured on KUTX and NPR's Live Sessions show, and have quickly gained fans from all over.  You can find out more on social platforms by searching for @hongkongwigsband.  The song is titled "Little Oceans" and we thank you for listening. If you'd like to send us music to use in the pod or know some musicians who might be interested, drop us an email at podcast@austinanthem.org. We'd love to showcase more Austin music and musicians to Austin soccer fans. This episode was hosted by Robert Avery, Mark Turner, and Matt Barbour with Special guest Annah Hackett. Remember to leave us a review and subscribe to the show. Send tips on how to make the show better to podcast@austinanthem.org Wear a mask. Stay safe.

Happy Day After International Women's Day, aka Still International Women's day! This week, we're talking about rebranding cancel culture to encourage education and growth, from Bachelor Nation to politicians and beyond. Plus, we give a few thoughts on the Meghan & Harry situation before the release of the Oprah interview. CONNECT WITH US: Instagram - @hertakepodcast Twitter - @hertakepod RESOURCES: Support Asian American Communities: Stop AAPI Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Gold House: https://goldhouse.org/ Asia Society: https://asiasociety.org/ Instagram: @soyouwanttotalkabout Southern Winter Storm Relief: Feeding Texas: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/peoplefirstfeedingtexas Houston Food Bank: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/ Additional Resources: https://www.nbcdfw.com/about-nbc-5/community/storm-relief-resources/2558691/ COVID Resources: NYS COVID-19 Hotline: 1 (833) 697-4829 COVID-19 Vaccination Info: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-vaccine/art-20484859 Anti-Racism Resources: Anti-Racism Resources: www.rachelricketts.com/antiracism-resources Anti-Racism Articles, Books, Films, Podcasts: docs.google.com/document/d/1BRlF2…KET_uxBDK_lmycRug Black Lives Matter Resources: blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/# Justice for Breonna Taylor: www.justicefor-breonnataylor.com Justice for Jacob Blake: https://www.justiceforall.org/black-lives-matter/justice-for-jacob-blake/

Happy March (or not)! Hard to believe it's been a nearly a full year of this weird limbo but we never fail to provide a new episode. Join us for a chat on our steps into adulthood, dating, and more Bachelor Nation news.  CONNECT WITH US: Instagram - @hertakepodcast Twitter - @hertakepod RESOURCES: Support Asian American Communities: Stop AAPI Hate: https://stopaapihate.org/ Gold House: https://goldhouse.org/ Asia Society: https://asiasociety.org/ Instagram: @soyouwanttotalkabout Southern Winter Storm Relief: Feeding Texas: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/peoplefirstfeedingtexas Houston Food Bank: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/ Additional Resources: https://www.nbcdfw.com/about-nbc-5/community/storm-relief-resources/2558691/ COVID Resources: NYS COVID-19 Hotline: 1 (833) 697-4829 COVID-19 Vaccination Info: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-vaccine/art-20484859

Happy Pisces Season and a congratulations on making it through another seven days of life on earth. On today's episode, you'll find: Things Men Can't Say A Fuckboi Named Nathan Nightmare Puppet Offers Discount Furniture Earth's Hottest Nightclub IS: Past Life Regression Therapy An excerpt from Chapter 3 of Only Love Is Real by my new fav, Dr. Brian Weiss --> Text 'ABC13' to 41444 to get a link to donate cash to the Houston Food Bank and support the folks in Texas!

Happy Pisces Season and a congratulations on making it through another seven days of life on earth. On today's episode, you'll find: Things Men Can't Say A Fuckboi Named Nathan Nightmare Puppet Offers Discount Furniture Earth's Hottest Nightclub IS: Past Life Regression Therapy An excerpt from Chapter 3 of Only Love Is Real by my new fav, Dr. Brian Weiss --> Text 'ABC13' to 41444 to get a link to donate cash to the Houston Food Bank and support the folks in Texas!

Howdy Her Take fam! This week we have our classic miscellaneous podcast episode, covering everything from Jackie's rough week to Kimye's divorce to everything in between. And spoiler alert, we have our first douchebag of the week on this episode. Check it out! CONNECT WITH US: Instagram - @hertakepodcast Twitter - @hertakepod PODCASTS/ARTICLES MENTIONED: The Vaccine Had to Be Used. He Used It. He Was Fired: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/10/us/houston-doctor-fired-covid-vaccine.html?searchResultPosition=1 Crime Junkie's Operation Fireball: https://crimejunkiepodcast.com/bwbrsa-operation-fireball/ RESOURCES: Southern Winter Storm Relief: Feeding Texas: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/peoplefirstfeedingtexas Houston Food Bank: https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/ Additional Resources: https://www.nbcdfw.com/about-nbc-5/community/storm-relief-resources/2558691/ COVID Resources: NYS COVID-19 Hotline: 1 (833) 697-4829 COVID-19 Vaccination Info: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/coronavirus/in-depth/coronavirus-vaccine/art-20484859 Anti-Racism Resources: Anti-Racism Resources: www.rachelricketts.com/antiracism-resources Anti-Racism Articles, Books, Films, Podcasts: docs.google.com/document/d/1BRlF2…KET_uxBDK_lmycRug Black Lives Matter Resources: blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/# Justice for Breonna Taylor: www.justicefor-breonnataylor.com Justice for Jacob Blake: https://www.justiceforall.org/black-lives-matter/justice-for-jacob-blake/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Pop open some champagne bottles and wear your best dress, Dean and Cas finally got hitched! Clare and Beau share their favorite moments from the reception, gossip about the attendees, and add some new memories to the Winchester wedding photo album. (A sound effect plays at 26:11) This episode was released in the third week of Black History Month, but this week we urge you to help support Texas residents through their current crisis: Texas Relief, one donation supports the Houston Food Bank, Haven for Hope, Food Bank of the Rio Grande Valley, Street Forum, & North Texas Food Bank Austin Disaster Relief Frontsteps, 24/7 Resources and Services to End Homelessness --- Clare (she/they): @doopliss27 on Twitter, @dooplissss on Tumblr, clareduncandesign.com Beau (he/they)   Follow us at @HellAintPodcast on Twitter @hellaintcomplicated on Tumblr Hell Ain't Complicated on Facebook Spotify Community fanmix Email us at hellaintcomplicated@gmail.com for questions, comments, ideas, etc. Sign up to be a guest here!   Links and sources mentioned: its not unattached drifter christmas anymore :') by crystaldye

Do you have a positive relationship with food? In this episode, Registered Dietitian Sarah Crulcich tells us how important it is to permit ourselves to have food and enjoy it. How important is it to have a dialogue when it comes to food? Sarah explains how food insecurity can bring toxic stress and have an impact on our immune systems, and on children, it can even impact their brain development. She also tells us how we give food big moral power depending on what culture it comes from, even if it doesn't impact badly our health. Sarah is a Registered Dietitian and the Health Promotion Coordinator at the Houston Food Bank where she addresses policy, systems, and environmental change strategies. She is the Houston Ambassador of Diversify Dietetics and was the 2019-2020 Texas Academy (SE Region) Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year. Prior to the food bank, Sarah was a fellow in Washington, D.C. where she worked on SNAP regulations, health disparities, and Child Nutrition Reauthorization. "Having a good relationship with food is not about weigh, and I would argue that the way we talked about weight is often what drives a poor relationship with food." In this episode, you will learn about: Sarah's journey into dietetics and her passion about it What a positive food language is and what outcomes are typically associated with positive self-talk around food Weight management impact on food language The trauma that food insecurity can bring The outcomes of negative internal dialogues How to shift your self-talk from negative to positive langue Tips to implement positive food talk How to deal with people making negative food comments Keynotes: [01:40] What brought Sarah into a career as a Registered Dietitian [02:57] Positive food language [03:55] Weight management impact on food language [05:06] Food insecurity and trauma [06:34] Negative internal dialogues [08:09] Shifting negative to positive language [12:00] Tips to implement positive food talk [12:59] Negative food comments Connect with Sarah! Instagram https://www.instagram.com/houstonfoodbank/?hl=en Facebook https://www.facebook.com/thehoustonfoodbank/ LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/in/sarah-crulcich Twitter https://twitter.com/HoustonFoodBank?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Website https://www.houstonfoodbank.org/ Connect with Yumlish: Website https://yumlish.com/ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/yumlish_/ Twitter https://twitter.com/yumlish_ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/yumlish LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/yumlish/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/yumlish/message

In this episode, Nolen discusses the inspiration behind breaking a World Guinness Record, how his businesses aligns with his life purpose, why giving freely catapulted him to where he is today, the importance of collaboration, what greatness looks like, the struggle of getting genuine support, learning to respect "the process", why you need to be cautious about judging others, having a mindset of being open to having multiple streams of income is key to exponential growth, and understanding that opportunity will never be perfect. Nolen Davis is a Guinness World Record Holder, Entrepreneur, and Philanthropist. With over two decades of motivational speaking, and most importantly, real-life, in-the-trenches business experience, Davis shares that Servant Leadership is a moment-to-moment choice and not about title, tenure or position. Leadership is for everyone, everyday. It's how we should live our life. Davis is sometimes referred to as “The Promoter” for his coaching skills that showcase people's superpowers and bring out the best in them. Davis is known for his practical, street-savvy style; his fusion of real-life stories, humor and his conversational techniques connect with his audience at an intimate, intense and individual level. Combining creative talents and Six Sigma Technology Davis has served as a Creative Director and Producer in TV and Video Production for Worldlink Services, and presently Vids, Inc. His successes include: Guinness Book world record holder for most TV interviews in a 24 hour period, Amazon's best #1 selling author, The Perfect Gentlemen TV show, radio host on KCOH Step Up To Greatness, and host of a multi-venue highly successful streaming network show, Up Social LIVE, getting thousands of views weekly. His client list includes; Microsoft, Todays Vision, 3 Men Movers, Oceaneering, major hospitals, and is a premier partner for Comcast, to name a few. Davis considers his greatest accomplishments his humanitarian efforts which include; donating thousands of pounds of food to the Houston Food Bank, donating a hundred pairs of shoes to children in need, speaking at local schools to unleash the potential in our youth, and sending groups of special needs children and their parents to Schlitterbahn and iFly. He also champions and supports local businesses and non-profits financially and through free exposure at Up Social LIVE and KCOH and the Step Up To Greatness radio show. You may contact Nolen at www.upsocialnetwork.com or www.nolendavis.com. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

As President and CEO of the Houston Food Bank, Brian Greene has spent 32 years in the food bank space.  Like an onion, we peel back the layers of some of the inner workings of the Houston Food Bank, to learn how through the food bank team, volunteers, and a lot of tenacity, over one million pounds of food gets to food insecure hands each day.

This special edition episode puts the magnitude of Hurricane Harvey in perspective. Hopefully by better understanding the size and scope of this natural disaster, you will be compelled to help in any way you can. As the Dalai Lama wisely shares, "Our prime purpose in this life is to help others." Opportunities to give: Houston Food Bank - http://www.houstonfoodbank.org/ JJ Watt's You Caring Fund - https://www.youcaring.com/victimsofhurricaneharvey-915053 Red Cross -  (Choose Harvey donation fund) For a more in-depth list of giving opportunities, visit: Contact: Connect: @brinkofmidnight (twitter, instagram, Facebook)