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Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast
S7 E8 Minelle Mahtani talks about capturing silence and the unspoken on the page

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2025 30:40


ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode, host Megan Cole talks to Minelle Mahtani. Minelle is the author of May it Have a Happy Ending, which is a finalist for the 2025 Hubert Evans Nonfiction Prize. On the episode, Minelle talks about how she found comfort in her non-linear story structure. And how she captured her mom's voice on the page. To find out more about May it Have a Happy Ending: https://bcyukonbookprizes.com/project/may-it-have-a-happy-ending/ To view the 2025 BC and Yukon Book Prizes shortlists: bcyukonbookprizes.com/2025/04/10/bc-…sts-announced/ ABOUT MINELLE MAHTANI: Minelle Mahtani is an author, scholar who studies mixed race identity and a former radio host. She has won several prizes for her work, including a Digital Publishing Award for an essay in The Walrus that became the basis for May It Have a Happy Ending, her debut memoir. She is an Associate Professor at the University of British Columbia and lives in Vancouver. Publisher's Website ABOUT MEGAN COLE: Megan Cole the Interim Executive Director for the BC and Yukon Book Prizes. She is also a writer based on the territory of the Tla'amin Nation. Megan writes creative nonfiction and has had essays published in Chatelaine, This Magazine, The Puritan, Untethered, and more. She has her MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of King's College and is working her first book. Find out more about Megan at megancolewriter.com ABOUT THE PODCAST: Writing the Coast is recorded and produced on the traditional territory of the Tla'amin Nation. As a settler on these lands, Megan Cole finds opportunities to learn and listen to the stories from those whose land was stolen. Writing the Coast is a recorded series of conversations, readings, and insights into the work of the writers, illustrators, and creators whose books are nominated for the annual BC and Yukon Book Prizes. We'll also check in on people in the writing community who are supporting books, writers and readers every day. The podcast is produced and hosted by Megan Cole.

Don't Come Here
Behind the Curtains: Live Treasure Coast Theater Magic

Don't Come Here

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2025 36:34


Tavis Smiley
Dexter Hall joins Tavis Smiley

Tavis Smiley

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2025 36:23


Interim Executive Director of the Providence Foundation, Dexter Hall, talks about the impact of Trump's recent executive order on homelessness and the risks of criminalizing those who suffer from poverty, mental illness and addiction.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast
S7 E7: Kayla Czaga talks about how she uses objects as portals in her poems

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2025 31:01


ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode, host Megan Cole talks to Kayla Czaga. Kayal is the author of Midway. Midway is a finalist for the 2025 Dorothy Livesay Poetry Prize. In this epiosde, Kayla talks about the challenges of writing grief poems, and the squishiness of time. To find out more about Midway visit: https://bcyukonbookprizes.com/project/midway/ To view the 2025 BC and Yukon Book Prizes shortlists: bcyukonbookprizes.com/2025/04/10/bc-…sts-announced/ ABOUT KAYLA CZAGA: Kayla Czaga is the author of two previous poetry collections—For Your Safety Please Hold On (Nightwood Editions, 2014), and Dunk Tank (House of Anansi, 2019). Her work has been shortlisted for the Governor General's Award for poetry and the Dorothy Livesay Poetry Prize. Frequently anthologized in the Best Canadian Poetry in English series, her writing also appears in The Walrus, Grain, Event, The Fiddlehead, and elsewhere. She lives with her wife on the traditional territory of the Lekwungen people, the Songhees and Esquimalt nations. Publisher's Website ABOUT MEGAN COLE: Megan Cole the Interim Executive Director for the BC and Yukon Book Prizes. She is also a writer based on the territory of the Tla'amin Nation. Megan writes creative nonfiction and has had essays published in Chatelaine, This Magazine, The Puritan, Untethered, and more. She has her MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of King's College and is working her first book. Find out more about Megan at megancolewriter.com ABOUT THE PODCAST: Writing the Coast is recorded and produced on the traditional territory of the Tla'amin Nation. As a settler on these lands, Megan Cole finds opportunities to learn and listen to the stories from those whose land was stolen. Writing the Coast is a recorded series of conversations, readings, and insights into the work of the writers, illustrators, and creators whose books are nominated for the annual BC and Yukon Book Prizes. We'll also check in on people in the writing community who are supporting books, writers and readers every day. The podcast is produced and hosted by Megan Cole.

Queer Voices
July 23rd 2025 Queer Voices - Brad Pritchett, Austin Colburn, and Town Meeting Art Exhibition

Queer Voices

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 59:41 Transcription Available


Send us a textIn the face of unprecedented legislative attacks, how does Texas's LGBTQ community forge ahead? This episode of Queer Voices delivers a masterclass in resilience, featuring Brad Pritchett, the Interim Executive Director of Equality Texas, who reveals the brutal realities of the recent legislative session where over 200 anti-LBGTQIA+ bills were filed—the highest number in state history. Deborah Moncrief Bell is the interviewer. "We managed to stop more than 95% of those bills from actually passing into law," Pritchett explains, highlighting the power of community organizing even in hostile political environments. He takes us behind the curtain of Texas politics, exposing how some lawmakers waste precious legislative time on bills based on fabricated scenarios (like the ridiculous "furries bill") rather than addressing genuine concerns affecting all Texans. We then journey from legislation to theater as Houston-native actor Austin Colburn shares his experience returning home from New York to star in "The Last Five Years" at Queensbury Theatre, which runs from July 23rd through the 27th. Austin reflects with Brett Cullum on his evolution from a dancer who "couldn't sing a single pitch" to a professional actor tackling one of musical theater's most challenging scores. His journey from local stages to New York callbacks offers a heartening counterpoint to the political struggles—a reminder that queer joy and artistic expression persist.The episode concludes with Melelani Petersen's powerful reflection on "Town Meeting 1978 to 2028," an art exhibition commemorating a pivotal 1978 gathering of 4,000 LGBTQ Houstonians that birthed vital community institutions. Ready to join this vibrant community conversation? Subscribe, share your thoughts, and become part of the ongoing story of LGBTQ resilience in Texas and beyond.Queer Voices airs in Houston Texas on 90.1FM KPFT and is heard as a podcast here. Queer Voices hopes to entertain as well as illuminate LGBTQ issues in Houston and beyond. Check out our socials at:https://www.facebook.com/QueerVoicesKPFT/ andhttps://www.instagram.com/queervoices90.1kpft/

WMAY Newsfeed
Patrick Pfingsten Talks with Larry Hunter Interim Executive Director of WSIU-TV

WMAY Newsfeed

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2025 13:26


Larry Hunter, the Interim Executive Director of WSIU-TV, which operates the former WSEC-TV in Springfield, joined Patrick to discuss federal cuts to public broadcasting and what it means to local programming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast
S7 E6: Loghan Paylor on learning to love your story's antagonist

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2025 25:44


ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode, host Megan Cole talks to Loghan Paylor. Loghan is the author of The Cure for Drowning. The Cure for Drowning is a finalist for the 2025 Jim Deva Prize for Writing that Provokes. In this epiosde, Loghan talks about how they approached the research for their book. They also talk about the folklore in the novel. To find out more about The Cure for Drowning visit: https://bcyukonbookprizes.com/project/the-cure-for-drowning/ To view the 2025 BC and Yukon Book Prizes shortlists: bcyukonbookprizes.com/2025/04/10/bc-…sts-announced/ ABOUT LOGHAN PAYLOR: Loghan Paylor is a queer, trans author who lives in Abbotsford, British Columbia. Their short fiction and essays have previously appeared in Room and Prairie Fire, among others. Paylor has a Master's in creative writing from the University of British Columbia, and a day job as a professional geek. The Cure for Drowning is their first novel. ABOUT MEGAN COLE: Megan Cole the Interim Executive Director for the BC and Yukon Book Prizes. She is also a writer based on the territory of the Tla'amin Nation. Megan writes creative nonfiction and has had essays published in Chatelaine, This Magazine, The Puritan, Untethered, and more. She has her MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of King's College and is working her first book. Find out more about Megan at megancolewriter.com ABOUT THE PODCAST: Writing the Coast is recorded and produced on the traditional territory of the Tla'amin Nation. As a settler on these lands, Megan Cole finds opportunities to learn and listen to the stories from those whose land was stolen. Writing the Coast is a recorded series of conversations, readings, and insights into the work of the writers, illustrators, and creators whose books are nominated for the annual BC and Yukon Book Prizes. We'll also check in on people in the writing community who are supporting books, writers and readers every day. The podcast is produced and hosted by Megan Cole.

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast
S7 E5: Deirdre Simon Dore on why we need messy and complicated protagonists

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2025 21:18


ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode, host Megan Cole talks to Deirdre Simon Dore. Deirdre is the author of A Reluctant Mother. A Reluctant Mother is a finalist for the 2025 Ethel Wilson Fiction Prize. In this epiosde, Deirdre how she came up with her protagonist, Frida. She also talks about why she wrote about memory and the perception of reality through Frida's story. To find out more about A Reluctant Mother visit: https://bcyukonbookprizes.com/project/a-reluctant-mother/ To view the 2025 BC and Yukon Book Prizes shortlists: bcyukonbookprizes.com/2025/04/10/bc-…sts-announced/ ABOUT DEIRDRE SIMON DORE: Deirdre Simon Dore is a Canadian writer. Her short fiction has won, among other awards, The Journey Prize and has been published in numerous journals and translated into Italian. Her plays have been produced in Vancouver and Calgary. Originally from New York and a graduate of Boston University, she has an MFA in creative writing from UBC. After homesteading on a remote island in BC, she moved inland where she acquired a woodlot license on which she planted trees and learned to use a chainsaw. She lives near a large lake in the interior of British Columbia with her husband, black lab and assorted livestock. She has two children. ABOUT MEGAN COLE: Megan Cole the Interim Executive Director for the BC and Yukon Book Prizes. She is also a writer based on the territory of the Tla'amin Nation. Megan writes creative nonfiction and has had essays published in Chatelaine, This Magazine, The Puritan, Untethered, and more. She has her MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of King's College and is working her first book. Find out more about Megan at megancolewriter.com ABOUT THE PODCAST: Writing the Coast is recorded and produced on the traditional territory of the Tla'amin Nation. As a settler on these lands, Megan Cole finds opportunities to learn and listen to the stories from those whose land was stolen. Writing the Coast is a recorded series of conversations, readings, and insights into the work of the writers, illustrators, and creators whose books are nominated for the annual BC and Yukon Book Prizes. We'll also check in on people in the writing community who are supporting books, writers and readers every day. The podcast is produced and hosted by Megan Cole.

Banking on KC
Susan Stanton of The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures: How Toys Shape Childhood and Reflect Culture

Banking on KC

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025 26:07


On this episode of Banking on KC, Susan Stanton, Interim Executive Director of The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures, joins host Kelly Scanlon to discuss how the museum's unique collections help visitors understand childhood development, culture and history through the lens of toys and miniatures.Tune in to discover:The fascinating story behind two women collectors who founded the museum.How toys support every stage of childhood development, from comfort to self-discovery.Why toys are a mirror of changing cultural and technological values across generations.Country Club Bank – Member FDIC

Rochester Rising
Episode 321: Pam Bishop, Interim Executive Director of Ignite MN

Rochester Rising

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2025


To kick things off, we're chatting with Pam Bishop, Interim Executive Director of Ignite MN. Thanks for listening! If you find value in this podcast, please consider donating and lending support to Collider's efforts to share the stories of Rochester entrepreneurs and inspire others on their journey.Ignite MN Donate

The Cathedral of St. Philip
Old Fashioned Sunday School (July 6, 2025) - Summer of Hope Series: Emmaus House, with the Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener

The Cathedral of St. Philip

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2025 42:42


Joe Iarocci, Interim Executive Director, and David-Lee Mattison, Chief Program Officer of Emmaus House will explain how Emmaus House benefits the community of Peoplestown and discuss the importance of the Freedom School summer program and its long-term impacts on students' literacy levels.Please join us for the outreach education series, “The Summer of Hope.”  We'll be hearing from representatives of our many Cathedral outreach initiatives about what is bringing them encouragement in these challenging times and about how we, too, can be agents of love, justice, and peace. 

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast
S7 E3: Mei Yu on how public libraries helped shape her as an author

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2025 31:18


ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode, host Megan Cole talks to Mei Yu. Mei is the author of Lost & Found: Based on a True Story. Lost & Found is a finalist for the 2025 Christie Harris Illustrated Children's Literature Prize. In this conversation, Mei talks about how art became a shared language when her family first immigrated to Canada. She talked about the important role libraries played in her art when she was growing up. To find out more about Lost & Foundvisit: https://bcyukonbookprizes.com/project/lost-found/ To view the 2025 BC and Yukon Book Prizes shortlists: bcyukonbookprizes.com/2025/04/10/bc-…sts-announced/ ABOUT MEI YU: Mei Yu is a multitalented artist, working and living in Vancouver, British Columbia. Mei's art channel on YouTube has 1.7 million subscribers, 900 videos, and 380 million views. Mei's success stories have been featured in Vancouver's major newspapers in English and Chinese, as well as on TV programs for CBC, Global News, and Breakfast Television, since 2004. With her positive attitude, strong work ethic, and unshakeable confidence, Mei continues to inform, entertain, and inspire millions with her art. Her creative artwork and cheerful personality are loved by kids and parents around the world. ABOUT MEGAN COLE: Megan Cole the Interim Executive Director for the BC and Yukon Book Prizes. She is also a writer based on the territory of the Tla'amin Nation. Megan writes creative nonfiction and has had essays published in Chatelaine, This Magazine, The Puritan, Untethered, and more. She has her MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of King's College and is working her first book. Find out more about Megan at megancolewriter.com ABOUT THE PODCAST: Writing the Coast is recorded and produced on the traditional territory of the Tla'amin Nation. As a settler on these lands, Megan Cole finds opportunities to learn and listen to the stories from those whose land was stolen. Writing the Coast is a recorded series of conversations, readings, and insights into the work of the writers, illustrators, and creators whose books are nominated for the annual BC and Yukon Book Prizes. We'll also check in on people in the writing community who are supporting books, writers and readers every day. The podcast is produced and hosted by Megan Cole.

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast
S7 E3: Julie Wilkins on how books and bookstores build community

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2025 27:28


ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode, host Megan Cole talks to Julie Wilkins. Julie is the author of We're Happy You're Here. We're Happy You're Here is a finalist for the 2025 Christie Harris Illustrated Children's Literature Prize. In this conversation, Julie talks about the story that inspired her book, and how books create opportunities to gather and build community. To find out more about We're Happy You're Here visit: https://bcyukonbookprizes.com/project/were-happy-youre-here/ To view the 2025 BC and Yukon Book Prizes shortlists: bcyukonbookprizes.com/2025/04/10/bc-…sts-announced/ ABOUT JULIE WILKINS: Julie Wilkins is a storyteller and entrepreneur. The owner of Gather Bookshop, an independent bookstore where her passion for inclusive and diverse literature comes alive on the shelves, Julie is excited to be finding her own voice as an author. We're Happy You're Here is her first book. Julie lives in Squamish, British Columbia. ABOUT MEGAN COLE: Megan Cole the Interim Executive Director for the BC and Yukon Book Prizes. She is also a writer based on the territory of the Tla'amin Nation. Megan writes creative nonfiction and has had essays published in Chatelaine, This Magazine, The Puritan, Untethered, and more. She has her MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of King's College and is working her first book. Find out more about Megan at megancolewriter.com ABOUT THE PODCAST: Writing the Coast is recorded and produced on the traditional territory of the Tla'amin Nation. As a settler on these lands, Megan Cole finds opportunities to learn and listen to the stories from those whose land was stolen. Writing the Coast is a recorded series of conversations, readings, and insights into the work of the writers, illustrators, and creators whose books are nominated for the annual BC and Yukon Book Prizes. We'll also check in on people in the writing community who are supporting books, writers and readers every day. The podcast is produced and hosted by Megan Cole.

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast
S6 Episode 38: Leslie Gentile on how music helped her explore her characters

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2025 25:34


ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode, host Megan Cole talks to Leslie Gentile. Leslie is the author of Elvis, Me and the Postcard Winter. Elvis, Me and the Postcard Winter is a finalist for the 2025 Sheila A. Egoff Children's Literature Prize. In this conversation, Leslie talks about the importance of representing the complexity and messiness of families in books for young readers. She also talks about how her music helped her write her books. To find out more about Elvis Me, and the Postcard Winter visit: bcyukonbookprizes.com/project/always-on-call/ To view the 2025 BC and Yukon Book Prizes shortlists: bcyukonbookprizes.com/2025/04/10/bc-…sts-announced/ ABOUT LESLIE GENTILE: Leslie Gentile is a singer/songwriter of Northern Salish, Tuscarora and Scottish heritage. She performs with her children in The Leslie Gentile Band, and with one of her sisters in The Half White Band. Her debut novel, Elvis, Me, and the Lemonade Stand Summer, won the City of Victoria Children's Book Prize and the Jean Little First Novel Award and was short-listed for the Forest of Reading Silver Birch Award, the MYRCA Sundogs Award, the SYRCA Diamond Willow Award, and many more. Gentile currently lives on Vancouver Island with her husband. ABOUT MEGAN COLE: Megan Cole the Interim Executive Director for the BC and Yukon Book Prizes. She is also a writer based on the territory of the Tla'amin Nation. Megan writes creative nonfiction and has had essays published in Chatelaine, This Magazine, The Puritan, Untethered, and more. She has her MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of King's College and is working her first book. Find out more about Megan at megancolewriter.com ABOUT THE PODCAST: Writing the Coast is recorded and produced on the traditional territory of the Tla'amin Nation. As a settler on these lands, Megan Cole finds opportunities to learn and listen to the stories from those whose land was stolen. Writing the Coast is a recorded series of conversations, readings, and insights into the work of the writers, illustrators, and creators whose books are nominated for the annual BC and Yukon Book Prizes. We'll also check in on people in the writing community who are supporting books, writers and readers every day. The podcast is produced and hosted by Megan Cole.

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast
S6 Episode 38: Marion McKinnon Crook on how mysteries helped her write memoir

Writing the Coast: BC and Yukon Book Prizes Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 31:14


ABOUT THIS EPISODE: In this episode, host Megan Cole talks to Marion McKinnon Crook. Marion is the author of Always On Call: Adventures in Nursing, Ranching, and Rural Living. Always on Call is a finalist for the 2025 Bill Duthie Booksellers' Choice Award. In this conversation, Marion talks about why she chose to write memoir after a long career of nursing, teaching and writing over 25 books that include non-fiction for teens, mysteries, and biographies. She also talked about the research she did to examine her own memories. To find out more about Always on Call visit: https://bcyukonbookprizes.com/project/always-on-call/ To view the 2025 BC and Yukon Book Prizes shortlists: https://bcyukonbookprizes.com/2025/04/10/bc-and-yukon-book-prizes-2025-shortlists-announced/ ABOUT MARION MCKINNON CROOK: Marion McKinnon Crook is a nurse, an educator, and the author of more than twenty-five books, including the bestselling Always Pack a Candle, which won the BC Historical Federation's Community History Book Award. In addition to her nursing degree, McKinnon Crook holds a master's in liberal studies and a PhD in education. Now a full-time writer, she also writes the British Book Tour mystery series under the name of Emma Dakin. She lives on the Sunshine Coast in BC. ABOUT MEGAN COLE: Megan Cole the Interim Executive Director for the BC and Yukon Book Prizes. She is also a writer based on the territory of the Tla'amin Nation. Megan writes creative nonfiction and has had essays published in Chatelaine, This Magazine, The Puritan, Untethered, and more. She has her MFA in creative nonfiction from the University of King's College and is working her first book. Find out more about Megan at megancolewriter.com ABOUT THE PODCAST: Writing the Coast is recorded and produced on the traditional territory of the Tla'amin Nation. As a settler on these lands, Megan Cole finds opportunities to learn and listen to the stories from those whose land was stolen. Writing the Coast is a recorded series of conversations, readings, and insights into the work of the writers, illustrators, and creators whose books are nominated for the annual BC and Yukon Book Prizes. We'll also check in on people in the writing community who are supporting books, writers and readers every day. The podcast is produced and hosted by Megan Cole.

WNHH Community Radio
LoveBabz LoveTalk: Kevin Ewing, Interim Executive Director, The International Festival of Arts & Ideas

WNHH Community Radio

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2025 31:47


LoveBabz LoveTalk: Kevin Ewing, Interim Executive Director, The International Festival of Arts & Ideas by WNHH Community Radio

STRS Ohio Podcast
Episode 6: Interim Executive Director Aaron Hood

STRS Ohio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2025 13:08


The Morning Blend with David and Brenda
Catholic Charities of Oregon: Election Of A New Pope

The Morning Blend with David and Brenda

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2025 10:25


How does the election of a new pope affect the work of Catholic Charities here in Oregon? Interim Executive Director of Catholic Charities of OR, Kaleen Deatherage, joins The Morning Blend to share how they share in the vision of Pope Leo XIV.Catholic Charities of Oregon.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

Business RadioX ® Network
Georgia Technology Summit 2025: Loretta Daniels with TAG Education Collaborative

Business RadioX ® Network

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025


Georgia Technology Summit brings together 1000+ Georgia-focused technologists to network, learn, and engage with the latest trends in Georgia innovation. This year's summit was held at the Woodruff Arts Center, a stunning and iconic cultural landmark located in the heart of Midtown Atlanta. Dr. Loretta Daniels, Interim Executive Director, Technology Association of Georgia', TAG-Ed and CEO and Managing Partner […]

Atlanta Business Radio
Georgia Technology Summit 2025: Loretta Daniels with TAG Education Collaborative

Atlanta Business Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025


Georgia Technology Summit brings together 1000+ Georgia-focused technologists to network, learn, and engage with the latest trends in Georgia innovation. This year's summit was held at the Woodruff Arts Center, a stunning and iconic cultural landmark located in the heart of Midtown Atlanta. Dr. Loretta Daniels, Interim Executive Director, Technology Association of Georgia', TAG-Ed and CEO and Managing Partner […] The post Georgia Technology Summit 2025: Loretta Daniels with TAG Education Collaborative appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Alternative Talk- 1150AM KKNW
Urban Forum NW 04-10-25

Alternative Talk- 1150AM KKNW

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 54:34


Today, Thursday, April10 on Urban Forum Northwest: *Kendra Liddell, Community Engagement Coordinator, Central District Community Preservation Development Authority (CDCPDA) aka the Reverend Dr. Samuel B. McKinney Center for Community and Economic Development invites you their Spring Forward:Brunch for Black Economic Brilliance that will be held on Saturday, April 19. *Former State Representative Velma Veloria is Chair of the King County International Airport Coalition, she will be joined by coalition members Alice Fong, Sameth Mell, and Jan Edrozo. They comment on the the environmental pollution that is harming residents in that part of the city/county. They will host a community meeting on Friday, April 11 at 4:00pm at the Duwamish River Community Hub. *Amani Harris is president of the Seattle Breakfast Group (www.breakfastgroup.org) and he will be joined by Andre Taylor, Committee Chair, Knowledge Exploration Exposure Program (KEEP) (www.keeprg.org), Andre' Taylor, Co Chair, KEEP, Jerome Hunter, Educator and Consultant, and Shawn Armour, Interim Executive Director, Project M. I. S. T. E. R: Male Involvement & Service To Encourage Responsibility (www.projectmister.org). The organization will sponsor their Annual "Tie One ON" Friday, April 11 at 10:30 am at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel. Seattle Schools Superintendent Dr. Brent Jones is the Key Note Speaker. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown are on the program. Jesse Jones will be the MC. Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on facebook. X@Eddie_Rye.

Into Africa
Advancing Change in Nigeria: Advocacy in Action

Into Africa

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 32:13


What does it take to influence meaningful change in Nigeria's governance landscape? In this episode of Into Africa, Udo Ilo, author of It Is Impossible: Influencing Change in Nigeria, joins to explore the complex landscape of social and political change in Nigeria. Drawing on his extensive experience in governance reform, civic engagement, and social innovation, Udo offers valuable insights into the challenges of driving democracy and political transformation in a country marked by entrenched political structures and security concerns. From his tenure as Interim Executive Director at the Center for Civilians in Conflict to his work as Nigerian representative with the Open Society Initiative for West Africa, Udo shares his perspective on what it takes to challenge the status quo and introduce innovative solutions for governance. The episode also highlights lessons from Nigeria's experience that can inform global policymakers and advocates working toward meaningful social change.  

Urban Forum Northwest
Former State Representative Velma Veloria and more

Urban Forum Northwest

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 0:01


Today, Thursday, April10 on Urban Forum Northwest:*Kendra Liddell, Community Engagement Coordinator, Central District Community Preservation Development Authority (CDCPDA) aka the Reverend Dr. Samuel B. McKinney Center for Community and Economic Development invites you their Spring Forward:Brunch for Black Economic Brilliance that will be held on Saturday, April 19.*Former State Representative Velma Veloria is Chair of the King County International Airport Coalition, she will be joined by coalition members Alice Fong, Sameth Mell, and Jan Edrozo. They comment on the the environmental pollution that is harming residents in that part of the city/county. They will host a community meeting on Friday, April 11 at 4:00pm at the Duwamish River Community Hub.*Amani Harris is president of the Seattle Breakfast Group (www.breakfastgroup.org) and he will be joined by Andre Taylor, Committee Chair, Knowledge Exploration Exposure Program (KEEP) (www.keeprg.org), Andre' Taylor, Co Chair, KEEP, Jerome Hunter, Educator and Consultant, and Shawn Armour, Interim Executive Director, Project M. I. S. T. E. R: Male Involvement & Service To Encourage Responsibility (www.projectmister.org). The organization will sponsor their Annual "Tie One ON" Friday, April 11 at 10:30 am at the Fairmont Olympic Hotel. Seattle Schools Superintendent Dr. Brent Jones is the Key Note Speaker. Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell and Washington State Attorney General Nick Brown are on the program. Jesse Jones will be the MC.Urban Forum Northwest streams live at www.1150kknw.com. Visit us at www.urbanforumnw.com for archived programs and relevant information. Like us on facebook. X@Eddie_Rye. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Down to Earth: The Planet to Plate Podcast
Federal fiasco for farmers

Down to Earth: The Planet to Plate Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 50:51


Since the new administration took office, programs benefitting farmers have been slashed, frozen, paused, and canceled––and the effect is leaving agrarians in a tough position. Carolina Mueller, Associate Coalition Director of the National Young Farmers Coalition, and Leah Ricci, Interim Executive Director of Quivira Coalition join us on today's podcast to talk about what they're hearing from folks on the ground, what resources are available to help people navigate, and what ordinary citizens can do to make their voices heard.

Down the Yellow Brick Pod
Matilda Joslyn Gage & the Fight for Women's Suffrage (Part 1)

Down the Yellow Brick Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 30, 2025 94:07


Send us a textHappy close to Women's History Month, listeners! Tara and EmKay dive into the rich history of women's suffrage, led in part by the incredible Matilda Joslyn Gage. Matilda worked closely with Susan B. Anthony and Elizabeth Cady Stanton in the fight for women's equality, but was unfortunately written out of history due to her radical goal of including ALL women in the fight. On top of all that, she was the mother-in-law of one L. Frank Baum! Join as Tara and EmKay break down Angelica Shirley Carpenter's biography of Matilda, "Born Criminal," and highlight the amazing Matilda Joslyn Gage Center in Fayetteville, NY.Stay tuned for an interview with Ciarrai Eaton, Interim Executive Director of the Matilda Joslyn Gage Center, dropping this Wednesday!Show notes:Author Talk: Born Criminal- Matilda Joslyn Gage, Radical SuffragistCommemorating 100 Years of Women's Right to Vote with Sue Boland - DTYBPBook Talk: Born Criminal: Matilda Joslyn Gage, Radical Suffragist Full EventBorn Criminal: Matilda Joslyn Gage, Radical Suffragist by Angelica Shirley CarpenterVera Bradley Wicked Collection@JoliCreates Instagram@JoliCreates Tik TokInstagram: @downtheyellowbrickpod#DownTheYBPTara: @taratagticklesEmKay: www.emilykayshrader.netPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/downtheyellowbrickpodEtsy: https://www.etsy.com/market/down_the_yellow_brick_podMusic by: Shane ChapmanEdited by: Emily Kay Shrader Down the Yellow Brick Pod: A Wizard of Oz Podcast preserving the history and legacy of Oz

Charity Therapy
133: We're All Pre-Fired | Hiring an Interim Executive Director with Roger Meyer

Charity Therapy

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2025 23:00


In this episode of Charity Therapy, let's talk nonprofit leadership transitions! I'm your host, Jess Birken, and I've teamed up with Roger Meyer from Mighty Consulting to tackle the big questions: What happens when your nonprofit's founder suddenly steps down? How do you keep the ship steady when it feels like the captain just jumped overboard? We'll chat about the crucial role of an interim executive director, who can swoop in like a superhero to keep everything from falling apart. We're also taking a hard look at nonprofit boards. Is YOUR board ready to step up?. We'll explore how boards can be ready for big changes, genuinely understand their organization's financial health, and avoid the chaos of unexpected leadership changes. Plus, Roger has some solid advice on why you shouldn't rush to promote the next person in line without a game plan. Finally, I want you to know you're not alone on this journey. We all need a little help sometimes, and this episode offers some guidance and support. Feel free to join our community by sharing your thoughts and questions, and help us keep this important conversation about nonprofit management going. Thanks for tuning in, and let's tackle these challenges together! In this episode, you will hear: What an interim executive director does, and how they can be the superhero of your next executive transition period Why the board needs to rally and realize their full power to keep things on track The reason board members need to truly care about the mission and not just be seat-fillers How the big question of money will affect leadership decisions Why rushing to fill the executive director role can lead to chaos Cost-effective solutions when you can't hire an interim ED  How to keep your cool and be intentional in the face of big change Resources from this Episode Learn About Roger & Mighty Consulting: mightyconsulting.org Sign up for the Birken Law Email list: birkenlaw.com/signup Facebook page: www.facebook.com/birkenlaw Follow and Review: We'd love for you to follow us if you haven't yet. Click that purple '+' in the top right corner of your Apple Podcasts app. We'd love it even more if you could drop a review or 5-star rating over on Apple Podcasts. Simply select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” then a quick line with your favorite part of the episode. It only takes a second and it helps spread the word about the podcast. Episode Credits If you like this podcast and are thinking of creating your own, consider talking to my producer, Emerald City Productions. They helped me grow and produce the podcast you are listening to right now. Find out more at https://emeraldcitypro.com Let them know we sent you.

Stage Whisper
Whisper in the Wings Episode 859

Stage Whisper

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 38:32


Fresh out of the oven and straight to you, it's a brand new Whisper in the Wings from Stage Whisper. And this time we were joined by the Interim Executive Director of Play On Shakespeare, Taylor Bailey. He stopped by to share his plans for this wonderful company, as well as fill us in more about the incredible works this organization is producing. So make sure you tune in and catch a Play On Shakespeare production at a theatre near you!Play on ShakespeareMore information is available at playonshakespeare.orgAnd be sure to follow Taylor and Play on Shakespeare to stay up to date on all their upcoming projects and productions:playonshakesspeare.org@playonshakes

Build Blue Podcast
Innovating Agriculture: Insights from Dr. Aaron Budge, Interim Executive Director of the School of Applied Agricultural, Food and Natural Resources at MSU

Build Blue Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 26:37


In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Aaron Budge the Interim Executive Director of theSchool of Applied Agricultural, Food and Natural Resources at Minnesota State University, Mankato, for a fascinating conversation about the future of agriculture, education, and innovation. From the college's cutting-edge programs to its commitment to sustainable practices, we explore how they're equipping students to address the challenges of modern agriculture and lead the industry forward.The mission and vision of the College of Applied Agricultural Sciences and its impact on the agricultural sector.How the college integrates technology, sustainability, and applied research into its curriculum.The importance of partnerships with industry leaders and local communities in agricultural education.Insights into key programs, from agronomy to agricultural systems management.Opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience and prepare for careers in agriculture.Located at Minnesota State University, Mankato, the School of Applied Agriculture, Food and Natural Resources is dedicated to preparing the next generation of agricultural leaders. Through innovative programs, real-world learning opportunities, and a focus on sustainability, the college fosters a deep connection between education and industry. Learn more atag.mnsu.edu.If you're passionate about the future of agriculture and the role education plays in shaping it, don't miss this episode. Subscribe, leave a review, and share it with friends in the ag community. Together, we can support the growth and sustainability of this vital industry.

Mornings on the Mall
How Trump Won Over Gen Z

Mornings on the Mall

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 34:03


2/10/25 Hour 3 Vince speaks with Matthew Continetti, Founding Editor of The Washington Free Beacon and Author of “The Right: The Hundred-Year War for American Conservatism” about his column “How America's oldest president became a Gen Z icon.” Donald Trump names Richard Grenell has been appointed as the Interim Executive Director of the Kennedy Center. Donald Trump strips Joe Biden’s security clearance and will stop his national security briefings. Donald Trump officially renames the Gulf of Mexico to the “Gulf of America.” Donald Trump doesn’t commit to JD Vance being his successor in 2028. For more coverage on the issues that matter to you, visit www.WMAL.com, download the WMAL app or tune in live on WMAL-FM 105.9 from 3-6pm. To join the conversation, check us out on social media: @WMAL @VinceCoglianese. Executive Producer: Corey Inganamort @TheBirdWords See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Steve Gruber Show
John Commerford, Gun Rights Election Victory Was No Accident

The Steve Gruber Show

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2024 11:00


John Commerford is the Interim Executive Director of NRA-ILA. Gun Rights Election Victory Was No Accident

Reimagining Government
Why work in government?

Reimagining Government

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 33:14


In every podcast episode, we meet people who work in government and public service. We're always impressed by their passion and commitment. But what drew them to their work, what drives them and why do they keep doing such a tough job? In this episode, we talk to real public servants about the joys and challenges of their work.  In this episode: Adrian Brown (host): Centre for Public ImpactPierre Berastain (host): Interim Executive Director, Centre for Public ImpactLeina'ala Nakamura, Administrator at City and County of Honolulu, HawaiiCouncil Woman Pierina Sanchez, 14th Council District, New York

The Morning Blend with David and Brenda
Catholic Charities of Oregon

The Morning Blend with David and Brenda

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 15:37


A new Interim Executive Director is leading Catholic Charities of Oregon. Kaleen Deatherage joins Brenda in studio to share her role at Catholic Charities and the future search for the new permanent Director.Subscribe to the Morning Blend on your favorite podcast platform.Find this show on the free Hail Mary Media App, along with a radio live-stream, prayers, news, and more.Look through past episodes or support this podcast.The Morning Blend is a production of Mater Dei Radio in Portland, Oregon.

Professors Talk Pedagogy
A World Where Teaching Matters with Lindsay Masland

Professors Talk Pedagogy

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 43:01


Today, our guest is Dr. Lindsay Masland. Dr. Masland currently serves as the Interim Executive Director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning for Student Success at Appalachian State University. In this role, Dr. Masland leads initiatives such as the Student Instructional Feedback Technique (SIFT) program, Course ReDesign, Agile Academy, and the Teaching and Student Success Lab (TASSL), while also facilitating book clubs and Appalachian Learning Communities. Dr. Masland is widely recognized for her expertise, providing teaching observations, consultations, and workshops on transformative teaching for individuals and programs. She also serves as a consulting editor for two prestigious journals, Teaching of Psychology and Scholarship of Teaching and Learning in Psychology. Dr. Masland's commitment to teaching excellence has earned her both university and national awards, including the Jane S. Halonen Teaching Excellence Award. We are delighted to have Dr. Masland on the join to discuss pedagogical values, the importance of context for teaching, and the tricky business of defining teaching excellence. Resources: “In Defense of Teacher-Centered Teaching” The Teaching Quality Framework at Appalachian State University, https://cetlss.appstate.edu/teaching-learning/teaching-quality-framework-0

The Rose Woman
The Meditative Marine and the Mission Within With Lt. Col. Jay Kopelman

The Rose Woman

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2024 70:46


In the new season of The Rose Woman Podcast, we'll explore the internal experience of being fully alive, engaging with the world, and integrating new scientific discoveries and spirituality. We are excited to welcome our guest, Jay Kopelman, a retired lieutenant colonel of the U.S. Marine Corps, current Interim Executive Director of the Mission Within Foundation, and business advisor for veteran entrepreneurs with Semper Fi & America's Fund.Jay brings a wealth of experience as a 21-year veteran of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps, with two combat deployments to Iraq. He has served alongside the highest levels of U.S. Special Operations, collaborated with the Iraqi army and border forces, and held executive roles in healthcare focused on improving patient outcomes. Jay is also a participant in The Mission Within's psychedelic-assisted therapy retreat, which uses ibogaine and 5-MeO-DMT to support healing.As a best-selling author of From Baghdad with Love and From Baghdad to America, Jay's stories and insights bring a unique perspective to our conversation. His current work with the Mission Within Foundation focuses on raising funds to provide scholarships for veterans and first responders to attend psychedelic-assisted therapy retreats.Listen in for a powerful and thought-provoking episode!In this episode, we cover:Introduction to a New Season OverviewLt. Col. Jay Coleman and his background in the military and transition to advocacy workDifficult realities of combat and its impacts like PTSD and traumatic brain injuryAdverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and how they can contribute to PTSD development in the militaryFinding The Mission Within organization and the transformative psychedelic-assisted therapy retreatThe unique properties of IbogainePreparation, safety protocols, and experience of the psychedelic retreatThe importance of self-love and how it enables deeper connections with othersHelpful links:Jay Kopelman - Executive Director of Mission Within Foundation & business advisor for veteran entrepreneurs with Semper Fi & America's Fund. Follow @jay_kopelman_usa on InstagramSupporting Mission Within Foundation on Nov 7Dr. Martin PolancoEpisode # 142 The Medicine of IbogaFind Rosebud Woman on Instagram as @rosebudwoman, Christine on Instagram as @christinemariemason Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Maui No Ka Oi Magazine & SilverShark Media podcast
Naomi Cooper (Maui Hotel & Lodging Association)

The Maui No Ka Oi Magazine & SilverShark Media podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 34:19


Jason Evans of SilverShark Media speaks to Naomi Cooper, Interim Executive Director of the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association.  In this podcast Naomi talks about her career path that led to her current position, the main goal of the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association, the importance of connecting local businesses in an island economy, how the approach of the MHLA has changed through the pandemic and fire recovery, how the MHLA offers scholarship and educational opportunities in local schools, the success of the annual Charity Walk and how that money raised is distributed back into the Maui community, details on the upcoming Rice for the Holidays & Na Kupuna Appreciation events, and how to learn more about the Maui Hotel & Lodging Association online. 

Blueprint for California Advocates
36. Where we go from here with guest Darcy Totten

Blueprint for California Advocates

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2024 35:07


There's 21 days left until election day - November 5th, 2024. It's a perfect time for me to share my compelling conversation with guest Darcy Totten, recorded some time back. We discuss the heavy weight of this political moment, what we can learn from billionaire preppers, and where we go from here. Darcy Totten is the Interim Executive Director at California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls. If you want to learn more about Darcy's work, you can find her on Twitter at @Miss_Mausie. "We are the ones we have been waiting for." - June Jordan Want to defeat Donald Trump, retake the House, and keep the US Senate? Now's the time to step up. Go to https://www.mobilize.us/ to find local, state and national races that need your help. Donate. Make phone calls. Send texts. Knock on Doors. Help in any way you can. Referenced in this episode: "The super-rich ‘preppers' planning to save themselves from the apocalypse" by Douglas Rushkoff, The Guardian, Sept 22, 2022. https://www.theguardian.com/news/2022/sep/04/super-rich-prepper-bunkers-apocalypse-survival-richest-rushkoff

American Dream Factory - An Innovation Collective Podcast
How a bank CEO balances a life of money and music

American Dream Factory - An Innovation Collective Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2024 69:24


Former Bank Executive and now... Interim Executive Director of the Spokane Symphony... Yes, that is what Russ Lee is doing in his "retirement" He took the bank he was leading through a $160M exit and now is leading a movement of music in the town he loves, Spokane, Wa. Listen as Russ tells stories of his childhood, career, and family. The honesty and humbleness of being clear about areas he wasn't good at as a young man are refreshing and insightful. Subscribe and share the episode. Check out the platform at www.BuildCities.com

Listen for REAL
A different kind of matching platform: connecting sexual assault survivors

Listen for REAL

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 69:44


We got passionate and informed in this episode.I had the honor of hosting @TracyDeTomasi, CEO of Callisto, a survivor-founded nonprofit that has been able to create an encrypted platform allowing sexual assault survivors to find others harmed by the same perpetrator, without requiring them to report or come forward publicly. With a match in the Callisto Vault system, survivors receive free and confidential legal options counseling. This is a win-win-win and yet – with all of the money and resources in the world - Callisto is at risk of closing their doors. How can this be?We dive into a very REAL conversation about what's at stake. Activist, educator and Jeffrey Epstein survivor, Jess Michaels, underscores the fact that surviving sexual assault is difficult on many levels - but it is made a bit easier when you aren't alone in it; Callisto is a force for healing in that sense.The three of us converse boldly about the REAL good being done and the voices and financial backing needed to continue that important work. Join me, Jess, Tracy and the team as we imagine a world in which survivors of sexual violence are supported and empowered to find healing and justice on their own terms. We hope you will join in this important  conversation…Resources mentioned in this episode:TED Talk: The reporting system that sexual assault survivors want | Jessica Laddhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orumugzJpt0Previous season episodes with guest, Jess Michaels:Surviving Epstein; Normalizing Our Response to Sexual Assault - part 1https://www.listenforreal.com/surviving-epstein-normalizing-our-response-to-sexual-assault-part-1/Surviving Epstein; Normalizing Our Response to Sexual Assault - part 2https://www.listenforreal.com/surviving-epstein-normalizing-our-response-to-sexual-assault-part-2/Our Guests:Tracy DeTomasiTracy has held leadership positions over the past 20 years, across the nonprofit sector, where she developed and implemented trauma-informed programming and curricula. She was instrumental in changing domestic violence laws in the US and has worked on projects globally with The Commonwealth of Nations, Ecuador, Australia, The United Kingdom, South Africa, and Ghana. Previously, Tracy was the Co-Founder of Good People Collective, the Interim Executive Director at NO MORE, and the VP of Domestic Violence Services at the YWCA.As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Tracy has extensive experience working in the field of gender-based violence, giving her a deep understanding of the ecosystem of survivors, offenders, and allies. She has consulted with organizations to develop tech-based tools, such as an app that educates users about violence against women, a smartphone device for sexual violence prevention safety, and virtual reality trainings to address Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Anti-Sexual Harassment.Website: https://www.projectcallisto.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callisto/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/callistoorgLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/callisto-tech-to-combat-sexual-assault/ Jess Michaels is a dance industry professional with 30 years experience as a performer, educator, and entrepreneur.She is also a 1991 survivor of sexual assault by Jeffrey Epstein and childhood sexual abuse. Shockingly, her healing journey began December 14, 2012, after she and her hometown of Newtown CT were devastated by the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Jess not only witnessed the impact of mass tragedy all around her but also experienced the full force of her past trauma catching up to her.  In 2015, Jess found immense purpose and hope when she joined Dylan's Wings of Change, a foundation dedicated to Dylan Hockley, one of the first-grade victims in the mass shooting. She helped develop the Wingman program for dance studios, sports, and schools and her work as a speaker & educator on empathy, inclusion, and community-building began. It was there in Newtown, teaching dance classes and working alongside brave parents who lost their children, Jess began to connect the value of shame-free, community-based early trauma intervention to the needs of sexual assault survivors.The 2019 arrest of Epstein motivated her to finally confront her past. Breaking her #MeToo silence, she channeled her own healing journey into action.Today, she's the founder and driving force behind 3Joannes SAFR—a groundbreaking Sexual Assault First Aid Certification Course and SA First Aid Kit (mobile app). Through her work, Jess equips communities with the tools to minimize the devastating long-term effects of sexual violence.Her ultimate goal? To ensure no one else loses decades shackled by the ghosts of unprocessed trauma, as she did.Website: https://www.jessmichaelsspeaks.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/jessmichaelsspeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessmichaelsspeaks?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app  About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.

Reading With Your Kids Podcast
Bringing Laughter to the Darkest Places: An Inside Look at Clowns Without Borders

Reading With Your Kids Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024 58:13


In this special episode of the "Reading with Your Kids" podcast, host Jed Doherty sits down with Tim Cunningham, the Interim Executive Director of Clowns Without Borders, to discuss the organization's mission of bringing laughter and joy to children and families experiencing adversity around the world. Cunningham explains how Clowns Without Borders sends professional performers - including clowns, actors, acrobats, and magicians - to war-torn regions, refugee camps, and areas impacted by natural disasters to provide a much-needed respite for children. He emphasizes the importance of allowing children to simply be kids, even in the midst of profound hardship. Doherty and Cunningham explore the challenges and impact of this work, highlighting research that shows the healing power of laughter and play. The conversation delves into the organization's efforts to bring clowning back home to the United States, focusing on vulnerable communities in cities like New York, Boston, and Chicago. Cunningham stresses the need to address the root causes of forced migration and provide laughter as a form of relief. Doherty underscores the positive impact of clowning on children, allowing them to experience joy and simply be kids. The episode also features an interview with author Katie Lockwood, who shares the inspiration behind her children's book "Everyone's Invited" and its focus on representing different disabilities. Lockwood discusses the importance of inclusive representation, the need for more disability-focused children's books, and her upcoming projects that aim to celebrate diversity and spread awareness. Throughout the episode, listeners are encouraged to support the work of Clowns Without Borders and Katie Lockwood's mission through donations and volunteering. The discussion emphasizes the power of laughter, play, and representation in fostering empathy, understanding, and healing for children and families facing adversity. Click here to visit our website – www.ReadingWithYourKids.com Follow Us On Social Media Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/readingwithyourkids Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/readingwithyourkids/ X - https://x.com/jedliemagic LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/reading-with-your-kids-podcast/ Please consider leaving a review of this episode and the podcast on whatever app you are listening on, it really helps!

Business RadioX ® Network
Fintech South 2024: Loretta Daniels with TAG Education Collaborative

Business RadioX ® Network

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024


Fintech South 2024, hosted by the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), took place on Aug. 27-28 at the Woodruff Arts Center and Atlanta Symphony Hall. This year's theme was "Fintech Lives Here!" Dr. Loretta Daniels, Interim Executive Director, Technology Association of Georgia', TAG-Ed and CEO and Managing Partner at Kendall and Kendrick Consulting Group, is […]

Atlanta Business Radio
Fintech South 2024: Loretta Daniels with TAG Education Collaborative

Atlanta Business Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2024


Fintech South 2024, hosted by the Technology Association of Georgia (TAG), took place on Aug. 27-28 at the Woodruff Arts Center and Atlanta Symphony Hall. This year's theme was "Fintech Lives Here!" Dr. Loretta Daniels, Interim Executive Director, Technology Association of Georgia', TAG-Ed and CEO and Managing Partner at Kendall and Kendrick Consulting Group, is […] The post Fintech South 2024: Loretta Daniels with TAG Education Collaborative appeared first on Business RadioX ®.

Effective Altruism Forum Podcast
“I have stepped aside from my role as Executive Director because I think it will help more animals” by KirstyHenderson

Effective Altruism Forum Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 13:39


This is a link post. Summary During the last four years, our work for animals in Anima International faced several big challenges. I took on the role of Executive Director to help cement the foundations of the organization. Now that we want to build on these foundations to achieve even more impact for animals, we need different skills at the helm. Anima International leadership has appointed Jakub Stencel as the new Interim Executive Director. I have moved from the role of Executive Director to that of President. After four years as Executive Director of Anima International, I pushed for my colleague Jakub Stencel to take over the role at the beginning of July. No, I'm not off chasing new opportunities or planning a quiet retreat. I'm not taking time off to be with my family (possibly my family are breathing a sigh of relief right now) And no [...] The original text contained 3 images which were described by AI. --- First published: September 3rd, 2024 Source: https://forum.effectivealtruism.org/posts/M9XCb4qExjceFGkXx/i-have-stepped-aside-from-my-role-as-executive-director --- Narrated by TYPE III AUDIO. ---Images from the article:Apple Podcasts and Spotify do not show images in the episode description. Try Pocket Casts, or another podcast app.

The Nonlinear Library
EA - I have stepped aside from my role as Executive Director because I think it will help more animals by KirstyHenderson

The Nonlinear Library

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2024 11:25


Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: I have stepped aside from my role as Executive Director because I think it will help more animals, published by KirstyHenderson on September 3, 2024 on The Effective Altruism Forum. Summary During the last four years, our work for animals in Anima International faced several big challenges. I took on the role of Executive Director to help cement the foundations of the organization. Now that we want to build on these foundations to achieve even more impact for animals, we need different skills at the helm. Anima International leadership has appointed Jakub Stencel as the new Interim Executive Director. I have moved from the role of Executive Director to that of President. After four years as Executive Director of Anima International, I pushed for my colleague Jakub Stencel to take over the role at the beginning of July. No, I'm not off chasing new opportunities or planning a quiet retreat. I'm not taking time off to be with my family (possibly my family are breathing a sigh of relief right now) And no, I wasn't forced out either. Instead, my colleagues and I came to the less dramatic but far more meaningful conclusion that this change would make us a stronger organization. My tenure Becoming Executive Director was never a goal of mine. I've always considered myself a 'reluctant' leader, often taking the lead when organizing games in primary school (elementary school for the Americans out there) only when no one else volunteered. Ever since deciding over a decade ago that I would dedicate my life to animals, I have simply tried to work wherever I was the most needed. Back in early 2020, I was most needed in the role of Executive Director. And boy, has it been a wild ride. I took the reins just one month after much of the world went into Covid lockdowns. This worldwide crisis turned people's thoughts away from animals. Shortly after, the full-scale invasion of Ukraine started. For years, we had been working to help build the foundations of the animal advocacy movement in both Russia and Ukraine, but the war put all of this work into question. Now, not only did we have to rethink our presence in both countries, but we needed to do all we could to ensure the safety of our colleagues. After lots of deliberation, we reluctantly decided to end our work in Russia, and while work in Ukraine continued for over a year despite the ongoing war, we eventually closed our operations there as well. Throughout all of these difficult moments, our mission to help animals didn't waiver. In Poland, an agricultural powerhouse, we continued to fight for hens - this included making sure that companies are implementing their cage-free policies. An example is our investigation into the largest caged-hen egg farm in the European Union, yet again showing the dreadful systemic abuse of animals. At the same time, we also worked with the private sector to introduce alternatives to animal-based products and pushed the current Polish parliament to be the most animal friendly to date. In Denmark and Norway, we continued to campaign for one of the most abused animals in the world - chickens. We managed to push a significant portion of the private sector to commit to end its worst practices. The impact from our campaigns led to the term 'Turbochicken' - which we introduced to describe breeds of chickens whose genes were selected for the drastically unnatural growth of their bodies - being added, in local vernacular, to the official dictionaries of Denmark and Norway. Furthermore, the Danish government declared they would stop purchasing fast-growing broiler breeds. These events illustrate how far we've pushed society to recognize the horrors of factory farming, a system within which chicks' internal organs collapse under their own weight. In countries where our operations are smaller, we still manage to ...

Elevate Your Career
41 | Davida Johnson | From Silicon Valley to the Classroom: A Powerful Career Shift

Elevate Your Career

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 56:31


In today's episode of the Elevate Your Career podcast, Nicole is joined by Davida Johnson, Interim Executive Director for the UCLA Office of Advanced Research Computing (OARC).During the conversation, Nicole and Davida explore the power of mentorship and its impact on career growth and personal development. You'll learn how strong mentors can significantly influence one's success, particularly when those mentors act as both advocates and coaches.You'll also discover the unique challenges and dynamics of working in highly competitive industries, where leadership and decision-making play pivotal roles in success. Davida shares personal experiences navigating a demanding and often ruthless work environment, and the need to stay true to one's values while contributing to business goals.This episode highlights the importance of aligning personal values with professional goals, offering a reminder that perseverance and passion can lead to fulfillment and lasting impact.Don't miss another episode of the Elevate Your Career podcast. Leave a review and subscribe today!What You Will Learn In This Show:How mentorship styles can differ between genders and how addressing these biases can create more balanced leadership development for both men and women.Insights into working in high-pressure industries where success can often depend on navigating office politics and maintaining integrity.The value of aligning your career with mission-driven work, as illustrated through a personal journey from corporate life to higher education and community service.How setting specific, long-term career goals and staying focused can lead to achieving your desired outcomes, even if the path takes time and persistence.And so much more...Resources:Davida's LinkedInIrvine Technology Corporation

Slices of Wenatchee
A look inside Numerica Performing Arts Center 2024-25 season

Slices of Wenatchee

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2024 26:14


https://numericapac.org/  Read our full story In this episode, Jessica Drake, the Arts and Entertainment reporter here at the Wenatchee World recently sat down with Katie Grove, the Interim Executive Director of the Numerica Performing Arts Center, to learn more about the dynamic lineup of shows, concerts, and events that are set to light up the stage over the next year. And later - Washington State University football fans in the Wenatchee Valley area now have a new way of getting to Pullman games as the Wenatchee Valley Shuttle is now offering round trips to the games.Support the show: https://www.wenatcheeworld.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The MindShare Podcast
Boost Your Brand: Leveraging the ORCF for Community Impact - with Special Guests – Board Chair, Amie Ferris and Executive Director, Shannon Ketelaars

The MindShare Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2024 71:41


She is the current Chair of the Ontario REALTORS® Care Foundation. A 3rd generation REALTOR® born and raised in Port Dover. Her and her husband are the owners of Erie's Edge Real Estate located in Norfolk County. She served as President of her local real estate board (the Simcoe and District Real Estate Board) from December of 2011 to 2013. She was the inaugural Chair of OREA's Young Professionals Network in 2011 and 2012. And she also served as the first International Representative to the National Association of REALTORS® Young Professionals Network in 2012, 2013, and 2014.Along side today – With more than twenty years experience leading fundraising and stewardship programs, she is instrumental in the implementation of the Foundation's new strategic plan. She is leading a team of two staff and working with a Board of twelve to make a difference in communities where Ontario REALTORS® live and work.She joins the ORCF from the Canadian Spondylitis Association where, as Interim Executive Director, she served as a consultant to the Board of Directors during the transformation of the association from a not-for-profit to a registered charity. Prior to that, she was part of the Executive team at Cystic Fibrosis Canada in the role of Chief Community Engagement Officer providing regional leadership and growth strategies for fund development.Joining me on this episode of The MindShare Podcast to talk about ' Boost Your Brand: Leveraging the ORCF for Community Impact ' are – ORCF Board Chair - Amie Ferris, and Executive Director – Shannon Ketelaars.7:36 *so Amie – can you tell us more about the Ontario REALTORS Care® Foundation, give us some background history about the foundation, and explain what the main objectives are?11:58 *Shannon - why “shelter-based charities… in fact what classifies as a “shelter based” charity… and what's the need like in Ontario?16:10 *how much did the Ontario REALTORS Care® Foundation raise in 2023?16:39 *how is the ORCF funded?20:52 *how do the funds get distributed?25:26 *why should Realtors be leveraging the ORCF, and how can this help increase their brand awareness withing their community?35:54 *we had the ORCF on the show back in September of 2023, how has the Foundation grown over this past year?42:05 *what is the Motorcycle Ride for Charity?51:58 *who can people contact as they're interested in signing up to ride, to pledge a Rider, or to sponsor the Motorcycle Ride for Charity?52:46 *the ORCF has a new slogan out there asking the question of “what's your passion?”… what does that mean?54:42 *beyond the motorcycle ride, what other kinds of events does the ORCF take part in… what have other Realtors done in the past which could be great ideas for fellow colleagues?58:16 *as we have interest in working with the ORCF to assist in making an impact in our community, where do we go, who can we contact?Thanks for tuning in to this episode of The MindShare PodCast with our special guests - ORCF Board Chair - Amie Ferris, and Executive Director – Shannon Ketelaars, as we talked about ' Boost Your Brand: Leveraging the ORCF for Community ImpactGet your FREE gift on my homepage at www.mindshare101.com just for tuning in!I'd also be really grateful if you could take a quick second to go www.ratethispodcast.com/mindshare101 to rate the show for me.And we haven't connected yet, send me a message!Facebook: facebook.com/mindshare101 Instagram: instagram.com/davidgreenspan101Youtube: youtube.com/@DavidGreenspanLinkedin: linkedin.com/in/mindshare101

Making Contact
Family Matters: What Helps Black Trans Kids Thrive

Making Contact

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 29:17


Kids are coming out as LGBTQ+ younger than ever before, making their identities more politicized than ever before. Hateful political rhetoric and discriminatory laws are likely contributing to the poor mental health documented among LGBTQ+ kids. In an effort to combat these struggles, researchers are studying what works to keep kids healthy, happy, and alive. In this episode, we discuss data around what might be working to prevent suicidality among Black trans youth, and we hear about a program helping parents learn how to support their LGBTQ+ kids through their own behavior changes. Learn more about the story and find the transcript on radioproject.org. Making Contact digs into the story beneath the story—contextualizing the narratives that shape our culture. Featuring narrative storytelling and thought-provoking interviews. We cover the most urgent issues of our time and the people on the ground building a more just world. EPISODE FEATURES: This episode features Dr. Myeshia Price, an Associate Professor at Indiana University in the Human Development program within the Department of Counseling & Educational Psychology and Associate Research Scientist with the Kinsey Institute; Flomichelle Battles, Interim Executive Director of Trans Solutions Research and Resource Center; and Dr. Caitlin Ryan, Director of the Family Acceptance Project. MAKING CONTACT: This episode is hosted by Amy Gastelum. It is produced by Anita Johnson, Lucy Kang, Salima Hamirani, and Amy Gastelum. Our executive director is Jina Chung.  MUSIC: This episode includes music from Jason Shaw, including “Bird in Hand,” “River Meditation,” and “Solo Acoustic Guitar.”  Available via WFMU Free Music Archive at https://freemusicarchive.org. Learn More: Gender Nexus Gender Expansive Kids and Company Trans Solutions Protect Our People LGBTQ services and support map from Family Acceptance Project and the Innovations Institute Family Acceptance Project The Kinsey Institute  

For People with Bishop Rob Wright
The Work of Dismantling Racism with The Rev. Greg Warren

For People with Bishop Rob Wright

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2024 26:52 Transcription Available


Dismantling racism is holy and life-giving work. It is hard work, especially in a society divided on the issues of racism, power, and privilege. We thank God for The Absalom Jones Center for Racial Healing, a unique and powerful expression of our commitment to becoming Beloved Community. In this episode, Bishop Wright has a conversation with The Rev. Greg Warren, Interim Executive Director of The Center for Racial Healing. They discuss Greg's purpose for stepping into his new call, new partnerships, and the work ahead. Listen in for the full conversation. The Rev. Greg Warren most recently served as the Rector at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Conway, Arkansas, while also being chair of the Board of The Diocese's Camp Mitchell. He also was part of The Diocesan Executive Committee for four years. Greg serves on the Board of the Seminary of the Southwest.Prior to ordination, Greg worked many years in corporate settings, developing strategic communications and advertising for some of the largest brands in the US and globally. His work also included work in marketing and diversity and inclusion. Immediately before beginning seminary, he served as Vice President for Diversity and Inclusion for Walmart.Support the Show.