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Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Nolan tackled all variety of questions!Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia's Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe's Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers.Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents' Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer.You can watch the original video version of this episode on Rouxbe.
In this inspiring episode of the ASVAB Domination Podcast, Mickey sits down with 1LT Sean Lundy of the Minnesota National Guard. Both returned Peace Corps Volunteers, Mickey and Sean dive deep into their eerily parallel journeys—from global service to leading soldiers. They talk about studying for the ASVAB as older, more life-experienced recruits, navigating the National Guard, emotional intelligence in command, and what Peace Corps teaches you that basic training never could. Topics covered: Studying for the ASVAB with a growth mindset Emotional intelligence as a leadership asset The Peace Corps mindset vs. the military structure Transitioning from idealism to service execution Officer-Enlisted relationships built on trust and learning The meaning of life (yes, Viktor Frankl gets a mention) Links: Connect with Sean Lundy: STLundy7@gmail.com | LinkedIn Profile ASVAB prep courses: GamonalTutors.com https://asvabdomination.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/LT-Lundy.mp3
Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Nolan tackled all variety of questions!Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia's Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe's Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers.Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents' Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer.You can watch the original video version of this episode on Rouxbe.
Some people seem to be born to help others. Rev. Dr. Monica L. Cummings is one of them. She has dedicated her life to being of service to others. Drawing on her experience as a college basketball player, Army Officer, Peace Corps Volunteer, parish and community minister, university faculty member, yoga and meditation instructor, and substance abuse counselor, Rev. Dr. Cummings supports those she works with with an inclusive, non-judgmental, compassionate, and relational approach to the healing process. In this podcast, she discusses her life's work, interests, the importance of community, and recovery. Information about Dr. Cummings and iRest yoga can be found at iRest Store. The views and opinions of the guests on this podcast are theirs and theirs alone and do not necessarily represent those of the host, Westwords Consulting or the Kenosha County Substance Abuse Coalition. We're always interested in hearing from individuals or organizations who are working in substance use disorder treatment or prevention, mental health care and other spaces that lift up communities. This includes people living those experiences. If you or someone you know has a story to share or an interesting approach to care, contact us today! Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and YouTube. Subscribe to Our Email List to get new episodes in your inbox every week!
Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Nolan tackled all variety of questions!Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia's Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe's Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers.Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents' Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer.You can watch the original video version of this episode on Rouxbe.
The Peace Corps concluded Peace Corps Week over the weekend by observing March 1, 1961, the day that President John Kennedy established the organization. Today, there are more than 3,000 Peace Corps Volunteers working in more than 60 countries in different disciplines. Sarah Morrison, a member of Friends of Liberia, a group of returned Volunteers who once served in the country, tells VOA's James Butty, their work not only helps to improve the countries where they have served but impacts the US as well.
On Daybreak Africa: More than 40 members of the Islamist al Shabaab armed group were eliminated in an operation by the Somali National Army and international partners. Plus, European leaders meet with Ukraine's president to discuss the war with Russia. President Trump plans to address a joint session of Congress Tuesday evening. We'll hear the views of some Kenyans on what they say President Trump and U.S law makers should know about Africa. UNICEF says worsening insecurity in DRC rebel-controlled cities is making it difficult to feed and care for thousands of children and women. Kenya's rebranded People's Liberation Party says it wants to “liberate” the country come the 2027 presidential election. we'll look at the impact of the work of returned Peace Corps Volunteers. For these and more, tune in to Daybreak Africa!
How do international schools get their start- in particular the original ones from so many years ago? Many of them had very humble beginnings, with a handful of students, a few parents (usually spouses of diplomats or business people who had moved overseas) and a large house or a few rooms where lessons could be held. At 71 years of age, The Lincoln School in Kathmandu, Nepal is one such school. In this “case study-style” interview, we were lucky enough to be able to speak with Barbara Butterworth, who was head of the school from 1998 - 2005. Barbara is an educator whose career originally took her to Nepal as a Peace Corps Volunteer, where she taught math and science. She also taught science education at two different colleges and served as a principal/director at four different schools: a private elementary school, a public elementary school, an international school, and a noted Nepali high school. From 1998 to 2005, she was the director of the Lincoln School, the American international school in Nepal. A graduate of Wellesley College, Cornell University, and Stanford University, Barbara's career in education has also included leading a major USAID teacher training project in Cambodia.Our Guiding Questions were, “At 71 years of age, Lincoln School is one of the “OG” international schools. How did the Lincoln School get its start and what makes the Lincoln School community a special place to be?”Here are a few of the topics covered in this episode:Lived values and characteristics of Lincoln School and its communityOrigin story of the school comparing to similar early international schoolsHow the Lincoln School and community deal with struggles and difficult timesHow some international schools celebrate their milestone anniversariesRecruiting during pre-internet timesResources mentioned in the episode:Lincoln School The show was recorded on February 10, 2025.Categories: School Life | Crisis Management | School Missions | RecruitingRemember to access our Educators Going Global website for more information or to subscribe to our newsletter!Email us with comments or suggestions at educatorsgoingglobal@gmail.com Follow us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram or YouTube.Listen on your favorite podcast app: connect from our share page.Music: YouTube. (2022). Acoustic Guitar | Folk | No copyright | 2022❤️. YouTube. Retrieved October 11, 2022, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOEmg_6i7jA.
Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Nolan tackled all variety of questions!Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia's Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe's Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers.Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents' Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer.You can watch the original video version of this episode on Rouxbe.
Julia Holtemeyer (MPP) is the Resource & Training Specialist for SPARC (the Stalking, Prevention, Awareness, & Resource Center), an AEquitas initiative. In her role, she provides training and technical assistance, develops original resources, and collaborates with partners to enhance the ability of multidisciplinary professionals to recognize and respond to stalking. Julia's work in gender-based violence began more than 15 years ago as a college student, when she worked at a rape crisis center and as a peer health educator. Since then, she has worked as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Tanzania, in gender integration in global health with USAID, and to improve how multidisciplinary professionals identify and respond to domestic and dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking.SPARC (Stalking Prevention, Awareness, & Resource Center) is a federally funded project providing education and resources about the crime of stalking. SPARC aims to enhance the response to stalking by educating the professionals tasked with keeping stalking victims safe and holding offenders accountable. To stay up-to-date on SPARC's resources and offerings, follow us on social media (Facebook, Instagram, X/Twitter) @FollowUsLegally and/or subscribe to our quarterly newsletter. SPARC does not provide direct services to victims. We recommend that stalking victims work with a local victim advocate, and the Victim Connect hotline can help connect victims with one. Local victim advocates can help plan for safety, discuss legal options, and connect victims with additional services. Victim Connect can be contacted at https://victimconnect.org/ for online messaging and information, and by phone at 1-855-484-2846. Local domestic violence and sexual assault support services/organizations often work with stalking victims/survivors, even when those victimizations are not part of the stalking. Unfortunately, there are no hotlines and few support service organizations that specifically work with victims/survivors of stalking.Hosts: MaryAnne Metheny, Ilene Shehan, and Tina JohnsonIf you are in an emergency, call or text 9-1-1.For information about our services and how Hope House can help, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 816-461-HOPE (4673) or the National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233.hopehouse.net
SummaryIn this conversation, Theresa Montenarello shares her journey from growing up in New York to becoming a teacher and entrepreneur in Aruba. She discusses her experiences in the Peace Corps, her transition to teaching at an international school, and the founding of Makerpedia with her husband. The conversation highlights the challenges of building a family business, the importance of involving their children in their work, and their commitment to innovation and community engagement.TakeawaysTheresa's journey began in New York and led her to Thailand and Aruba.Teaching at an international school allowed for creative freedom in education.Makerpedia started as summer camps and evolved into a social impact business.Navigating the shift from free services to charging for their offerings was challenging.Involving their children in their work fosters a sense of responsibility and empowerment.The couple balances each other's strengths and weaknesses in their business.Building partnerships was crucial for the growth of Makerpedia.The family values of production over consumption are instilled in their children.Theresa's master's in STEAM helped shape their educational approach.Innovation and community engagement are central to their mission. Full Episode Link: https://rogerosorio.com/thejourneytoreinvention/podcast/episode60/Other Linkshttps://www.facebook.com/Makerpediahttps://www.makerpedia.infohttps://www.linkedin.com/in/theresamontenarello/Instagram: @makerpediaAbout TheresaTheresa Montenarello is an innovative educator and skilled digital designer who thrives at the intersection of creativity and technology. Originally from New York, her educational journey has taken her from enriching young minds in Thailand as a Peace Corps Volunteer to her current role at The bina School. Her previous roles encompass curriculum design, ed-tech integration, and policy development, all aimed at fostering inclusive and empowering educational environments. Having once led the pioneering efforts at ISAonline, where she directed the integration of digital tools and project based learning into robust online learning frameworks, Theresa developed a passion for creating accessible and engaging learning environments. This experience has made her adept at tailoring educational content to diverse student needs across the globe, enhancing both engagement and learning outcomes.Theresa is also the co-founder of Makerpedia, a vibrant platform she launched with her husband to empower creators. At Makerpedia, she leads workshops in digital design and fabrication, supports start-ups and small businesses in enhancing their digital presence and spearheads professional development sessions that equip individuals and teams with cutting-edge technologies. Rooted in their core values of curiosity, collaboration, and lifelong learning, Theresa and her husband hope to inspire a generation of makers to reshape the future. Balancing professional achievements with personal roles, Theresa is also a proud mom of four empowered daughters. This role, her favorite role, fuels her drive to be the best version of herself personally and professionally so that she can be a role model for her daughters.Keywordseducation, entrepreneurship, family, teaching, makerspace, innovation, social impact, community, empowerment, reinvention
Join Chef Char Nolan in her virtual office as she welcomes all of your questions. From cooking techniques to course-specific questions, to how to turn your cooking passion into profit or simply hearing the perspective of a professional chef, Chef Nolan tackled all variety of questions! Char Nolan is a serious crusader for plant-based education, armed with a degree in public health from Philadelphia's Temple University. She teaches nutrition and plant-based cooking throughout Philadelphia, and in many underserved communities. Char holds a certificate in plant-based nutrition from eCornell and completed Rouxbe's Plant-Based Professional Certification course in 2015. In 2019, Char completed post-graduate course work in social media marketing at the University of the Arts. When she is not cooking or teaching, she manages social media accounts for several plant-based influencers. Char prides herself on learning everything she knows about cooking from growing up in her grandparents' Italian restaurant. Her favorite vegetables are Brussels sprouts and kale, of course. Char originally hails from Queens, NY, but has lived in Philadelphia most of her adult life. She is a former Peace Corps Volunteer. You can watch the original video version of this episode on Rouxbe.
Craig Storti, a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer, is an author and a trainer/consultant in the field of intercultural communications and cross-cultural adaptation. Eight of his books are on intercultural topics, while the two most recent—Why Travel Matters and especially The Hunt for Mount Everest—are for general audiences. He was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Morocco, which offered a unique experience that was crucial in promoting the concept that there are several world views and expanding his love of travel and the intercultural field. When President Kennedy established the Peace Corps in 1961, he had three goals to provide technical assistance, discuss America with your host country nationals and bring the experience home and share it. Main themes in intercultural training include your values, beliefs and assumptions, which may be different from someone else's, being more aware of your own culture when you travel and always being open minded.
Conor Barbieri is having the experience of a lifetime. He is currently in Nepal serving in the Peace Corps and is teaching English as a Second Language in an elementary school. With full immersion into a new culture and daily living, he is making impact with young learners while bringing technology and 21st century tools into their curriculum. Through his creative lesson planning and commitment to developing their young minds, he has successfully written grants that bring students' learning into a new dimension. As a alumni of George Washington University, Conor was looking for a challenge and way to give back that would be substantial and impactful. He trained for teaching ESL in the U.S. with beginner level adults newly arrived from Afghanistan. He feels this prepared him well for his Peace Corps duty. He is half-way through his 27 month commitment and continues to enjoy his host family, while making significant impact within the school community.
Phantom Electric Ghost Podcast With Gretchen Villegas: Global Development Executive Global social impact: How to impact the world? Gretchen Villegas is a seasoned Executive leader with 25+ years of experience specializing in mission-driven innovative program designs through partnership development, impact scaling, and revenue growth. She has professional experience in managing international country programs in vulnerable communities with a portfolio total of over $320M+ funded by both public and private donors. Gretchen has early experience as a Peace Corps Volunteer in South America, and a 15+ year career managing USG-funded programs in Latin America and Africa, working in partnership with communities, local and international private sector partners, philanthropists, impact investors, and governments to find sustainable solutions to poverty so that marginalized households realize a viable pathway to a resilient, dignified life. Gretchen has wide-ranging expertise in executive level leadership of global program portfolio effectiveness through evidence and data, intentional program design to optimize impacts for vulnerable children and their families, rigorous research to learn and adapt in program implementation, and revenue strategies to scale and enhance reach of programmatic initiatives. Link: https://www.gretchenvillegas.net/ Donate to support PEG free artist interviews: PayPalMe link Any contribution is appreciated: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/PhantomElectric?locale.x=en_US Support PEG by checking out our Sponsors: Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription. The best tool for getting podcast guests: Podmatch.com https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghost Subscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content: https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/ Donate to support PEG free artist interviews: Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRpr PEG uses StreamYard.com for our live podcasts https://streamyard.com/pal/c/6290085463457792 Get $10.00 Credit for using StreamYard.com when you sign up with our link RSS https://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rss
If there is one thing on our collective minds these days, it is the issue of politics. But for all the interest it piques, much of it remains a mystery to the American public. Bestselling author and journalist Casey Michel, who tackled the problem of financial corruption in his first book American Kleptocracy, sheds light on an issue that may be unknown to those outside the Capitol. In Michel's new book Foreign Agents: How American Lobbyists and Lawmakers Threaten Democracy Around the World, he details how one group has worked as foot soldiers for authoritarian, repressive regimes. In the process, they've not only established dictatorships and spread kleptocratic networks, but they've successfully guided U.S. policy without the rest of America being aware. And now, Michel asserts, some of them have begun turning their sights on American democracy itself. These Americans are known as foreign lobbyists, and many of them spent years laundering reputations and getting cozy in Washington with dictatorships. Michel writes of foreign lobbyists throughout history–including those who built alliances with Mussolini and the Nazis, but also contemporary Americans: in law firms and consultancies, among PR specialists and former lawmakers, and even within think tanks and universities. Foreign Agents illuminates these figures past and present and determines that they pose a threat to the future of American democracy. Casey Michel is an author, journalist, and director of the Combating Kleptocracy Program with the Human Rights Foundation. He is the author of American Kleptocracy, named by The Economist as one of the “best books to read to understand financial crime.” His writing on offshoring, foreign lobbying, authoritarianism, and illicit wealth has appeared in Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, Foreign Affairs, and The Washington Post, among other outlets, and he has appeared on NPR, BBC, CNN, and MSNBC, among other stations. He has also testified in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee on the links between illicit financial networks and national security. He received his Master's degree in Russian, Eurasian, and East European Studies from Columbia University's Harriman Institute, and served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in northern Kazakhstan. Foreign Agents is his second book. Dr. Katy E. Pearce is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication at the University of Washington and holds affiliations with the University of Washington's Ellison Center for Russian, East European and Central Asian Studies and the University of Washington's Center for an Informed Public. She is the chair of the Communication and Technology Division of the International Communication Association and is an associate editor at the Journal of Computer-Mediated Communication. Her research focuses on social and political uses of technologies and digital content in the transitioning democracies and semi-authoritarian states of the South Caucasus and Central Asia, but primarily Armenia and Azerbaijan. Buy the Book Foreign Agents: How American Lobbyists and Lawmakers Threaten Democracy Around the World The Elliott Bay Book Company
Glenn Blumhorst is a leader in the Peace Corps community and is currently heading the Peace Corps Foundation in its flagship initiative to establish the Peace Corps Park on the National Park Service site near Capitol Hill and the National Mall in D.C. Blumhorst, formerly president and CEO of the National Peace Corps Association from 2013-2022, served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Guatemala. He highlighted how President John F. Kennedy was a visionary by launching the US Peace Corps in 1961 to lend a hand to developing countries to enhance their infrastructure. Peace Corps' mission is to promote world peace and achieve the three goals which are to: train professionals to provide technical assistance in developing countries, help people overseas understand America better and to bring the unique Peace Corps experience back to the US, incorporate it into their lives and share it with policymakers, media and the public.
Melissa Breazile, a mindful outdoor guide and master naturalist, shares those early experiences of nature that inspired her creation of Wild Tree Collaborative, which offers outdoor experiences that reconnect people with themselves, each other, and the living earth. Breazile also talks about the wonder inherent in our natural world, including its spiritual and intimately healing effects in her own life.Melissa Breazile was born and raised in Southeast Nebraska and has called Omaha homebase for much of her adult life. Intrigued by the healing power of nature, she guides experiences to help participants find ease, embodiment, and connection with themselves and the living earth through her project, Wild Tree Collaborative. Breazile is a trained Mindful Outdoor Guide, certified by the Kripalu School of Mindful Outdoor Leadership, and is a Nebraska Master Naturalist. Her experience also includes communications and public policy work in the nonprofit and political sectors, and public health work as a Peace Corps Volunteer. Breazile earned a Master of Public Administration from University of Nebraska Omaha and bachelor's in digital media from Northwest Missouri State University.
Lisa discusses the significance of the "minority vote," swing states, and other topics that will impact the U.S. elections coming up in November. Dr. Carolyn Jefferson-Jenkins, Retired Ambassador Dr. Carlo Krieger, and U.S. Diplomat Meghan Dean share their thoughts on this week's show. Dr. Carolyn Jefferson-Jenkins observed the importance of having the right to vote in childhood, watching her Grandmother pick cotton in the morning and teach school in the afternoon so that people could learn how to write their names and therefore vote, once that law eventually came into place. Dr. Jefferson-Jenkins took up the baton to become a life-long advocate and activist for civil rights and social justice. She is a voice for under-represented populations and served two terms as the President of the League of Women Voters of the United States and Chair of the League of Women Voters Education Fund, the only woman of colour to have ever done so. Retired Ambassador Carlo Krieger served around the world: Brazil, China, Russia; and as Deputy in the Embassies of Washington D.C. and Vienna. His academic passion is social anthropology, and in this conversation we learn about Carlo's knowledge of how Native Americans are discriminated against when it comes to their right to vote. Meghan Dean is the U.S Embassy Luxembourg's spokesperson. She served as a Deputy Spokesperson for European Affairs and at the State Department Operations Center, the Secretary of State's 24-hour crisis management and communications centre in Washington, D.C. Meghan served at the U.S. Embassy in Skopje, North Macedonia and on the State Department's Ukraine Desk. Meghan is a returned Peace Corps Volunteer from Albania and Georgia. She talks about the Electoral College, the complexity of the American elections and that it's not one Federal election but 50 state elections. On the evening of Tuesday 8 October 2024, Dr. Carolyn Jefferson-Jenkins, was in Luxembourg at the behest of Miami University Luxembourg Foundation's inaugural event, supported by the US Embassy in Luxembourg.
Ambassador Ken Hackett was nominated by President Barack Obama on June 14, 2013 to serve as the U.S. Ambassador to the Holy See. The United States Senate confirmed Ambassador Hackett on August 1, 2013, and he was sworn in on August 20, 2013. Prior to his appointment, Mr. Hackett was President of Catholic Relief Services (CRS), an international humanitarian agency supported by the U.S. Catholic community, from 1993 to 2012. As President, Mr. Hackett led 5,000 CRS employees in over 100 countries. He joined CRS in 1972, starting his career in Sierra Leone. Mr. Hackett also held CRS assignments overseas in the Philippines and Kenya. As regional director for Africa, he led CRS's response to the Ethiopian famine (1984-1985) and supervised CRS's operations during the crisis in Somalia in the early 1990s. It was under his leadership that CRS responded to recovery efforts such as those following the Rwanda genocide, the Bosnian and Kosovo emergencies, the Asian tsunami, and the Haiti earthquake. Equally notable was CRS's work during his tenure as President on behalf of people living with HIV/AIDS. After a 40-year career with CRS, Mr. Hackett joined the University of Notre Dame's Institution for Global Development in 2012 where he served as an advisor. Prior to joining CRS, Mr. Hackett served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ghana. Mr. Hackett served on the Board of Directors of the Millennium Challenge Corporation (2004-2010), a U.S. foreign aid agency dedicated to fighting global poverty. He was also a member of the Global Poverty Task Force led by the White House Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships. From 1996-2004, Mr. Hackett was Vice President of Caritas Internationalis, the confederation of Catholic humanitarian organizations. He has also served as a Member of the Pontifical Council Cor Unum – the Vatican body that coordinates the Church's charitable work – and on the Boards of the Africa Society and Jesuit Refugee Services. Mr. Hackett holds many distinguished honors. In 2004, he was named a Knight Commander of the Equestrian Order of St. Gregory the Great, one of the highest papal honors. He holds 16 honorary doctorate degrees from various U.S. universities and was the 2012 recipient of the Laetare Award from the University of Notre Dame, the oldest and most prestigious award for American Catholics. Mr. Hackett has received recognition for his humanitarian work from foreign governments, including the National Order from the Republic of Benin (2008) and the National Medal of Honor from Sierra Leone (1998). Mr. Hackett, originally of West Roxbury, Massachusetts, earned his undergraduate degree from Boston College.
Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer, Rushion McDonald interviewed Ronnell Perry. Ronnell is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese and holds a master's degree in public policy & management from Carnegie Mellon University and a B.A. in International Business from Dillard University. Ronnell has more than 20 years of international travel and specializes in AfroLatin travel. Talking Points/Questions * - How did you grow from a travel blog and resource to a full-fledged profitable travel business- Why don't you consider yourself a travel agent?- There are Black people in South America? What does it mean to specialize in tourism in AfroLatin communities?-How did you move from virtual education project manager to tourism professional?- How did you turn your hobby into your full-time job?- You were laid off from your corporate job in 2022; tell us about how that impacted you. Ronnell has more than 20 years of international travel and community development experience. Ronnell is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, and holds a Master's Degree in Public Policy & Management from Carnegie Mellon University, and a B.A. in International Business from Dillard University. He served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Paraguay and Costa Rica, and has visited over 15 countries. Rounding out over six years of service, he recently served as chair of the board of directors for an international education non-profit. Ronnell also holds a certificate in Tourism & Hospitality Management from Florida Atlantic University. He splits his time between Atlanta, GA and Salvador da Bahia, Brazil. Evolved from a simple blog to a full blown bespoke travel company, AfroBuenaventura Transformative Travel is a pioneering travel service dedicated to offering immersive and culturally enriching experiences that celebrate the rich heritage and vibrant traditions of Afro-descendant communities. Our mission is to provide travelers with profound, transformative journeys that go beyond traditional tourism by deeply engaging with the history, culture, and contemporary life of African diaspora regions. We specialize in crafting personalized itineraries that highlight the unique contributions of Afro-descendant cultures, showcasing everything from historical landmarks and local festivals to art, music, and cuisine. Our curated experiences are designed to foster meaningful connections, promote cultural understanding, and support sustainable and ethical tourism practices. At AfroBuenaventura, we believe that travel has the power to inspire and transform. By focusing on authenticity and respect for local cultures, we create opportunities for travelers to gain a deeper appreciation of the global Afro heritage while contributing positively to the communities they visit. Whether you're exploring historic sites, participating in cultural events, or engaging with local artisans, our transformative travel experiences are designed to leave a lasting impact on both you and the places you visit. #AMI #BEST #STRAW #SHMS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer, Rushion McDonald interviewed Ronnell Perry. Ronnell is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese and holds a master's degree in public policy & management from Carnegie Mellon University and a B.A. in International Business from Dillard University. Ronnell has more than 20 years of international travel and specializes in AfroLatin travel. Talking Points/Questions * - How did you grow from a travel blog and resource to a full-fledged profitable travel business- Why don't you consider yourself a travel agent?- There are Black people in South America? What does it mean to specialize in tourism in AfroLatin communities?-How did you move from virtual education project manager to tourism professional?- How did you turn your hobby into your full-time job?- You were laid off from your corporate job in 2022; tell us about how that impacted you. Ronnell has more than 20 years of international travel and community development experience. Ronnell is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, and holds a Master's Degree in Public Policy & Management from Carnegie Mellon University, and a B.A. in International Business from Dillard University. He served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Paraguay and Costa Rica, and has visited over 15 countries. Rounding out over six years of service, he recently served as chair of the board of directors for an international education non-profit. Ronnell also holds a certificate in Tourism & Hospitality Management from Florida Atlantic University. He splits his time between Atlanta, GA and Salvador da Bahia, Brazil. Evolved from a simple blog to a full blown bespoke travel company, AfroBuenaventura Transformative Travel is a pioneering travel service dedicated to offering immersive and culturally enriching experiences that celebrate the rich heritage and vibrant traditions of Afro-descendant communities. Our mission is to provide travelers with profound, transformative journeys that go beyond traditional tourism by deeply engaging with the history, culture, and contemporary life of African diaspora regions. We specialize in crafting personalized itineraries that highlight the unique contributions of Afro-descendant cultures, showcasing everything from historical landmarks and local festivals to art, music, and cuisine. Our curated experiences are designed to foster meaningful connections, promote cultural understanding, and support sustainable and ethical tourism practices. At AfroBuenaventura, we believe that travel has the power to inspire and transform. By focusing on authenticity and respect for local cultures, we create opportunities for travelers to gain a deeper appreciation of the global Afro heritage while contributing positively to the communities they visit. Whether you're exploring historic sites, participating in cultural events, or engaging with local artisans, our transformative travel experiences are designed to leave a lasting impact on both you and the places you visit. #BEST #STRAW #SHMS Support the show: https://www.steveharveyfm.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer, Rushion McDonald interviewed Ronnell Perry. Ronnell is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese and holds a master's degree in public policy & management from Carnegie Mellon University and a B.A. in International Business from Dillard University. Ronnell has more than 20 years of international travel and specializes in AfroLatin travel. Talking Points/Questions * - How did you grow from a travel blog and resource to a full-fledged profitable travel business- Why don't you consider yourself a travel agent?- There are Black people in South America? What does it mean to specialize in tourism in AfroLatin communities?-How did you move from virtual education project manager to tourism professional?- How did you turn your hobby into your full-time job?- You were laid off from your corporate job in 2022; tell us about how that impacted you. Ronnell has more than 20 years of international travel and community development experience. Ronnell is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, and holds a Master's Degree in Public Policy & Management from Carnegie Mellon University, and a B.A. in International Business from Dillard University. He served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Paraguay and Costa Rica, and has visited over 15 countries. Rounding out over six years of service, he recently served as chair of the board of directors for an international education non-profit. Ronnell also holds a certificate in Tourism & Hospitality Management from Florida Atlantic University. He splits his time between Atlanta, GA and Salvador da Bahia, Brazil. Evolved from a simple blog to a full blown bespoke travel company, AfroBuenaventura Transformative Travel is a pioneering travel service dedicated to offering immersive and culturally enriching experiences that celebrate the rich heritage and vibrant traditions of Afro-descendant communities. Our mission is to provide travelers with profound, transformative journeys that go beyond traditional tourism by deeply engaging with the history, culture, and contemporary life of African diaspora regions. We specialize in crafting personalized itineraries that highlight the unique contributions of Afro-descendant cultures, showcasing everything from historical landmarks and local festivals to art, music, and cuisine. Our curated experiences are designed to foster meaningful connections, promote cultural understanding, and support sustainable and ethical tourism practices. At AfroBuenaventura, we believe that travel has the power to inspire and transform. By focusing on authenticity and respect for local cultures, we create opportunities for travelers to gain a deeper appreciation of the global Afro heritage while contributing positively to the communities they visit. Whether you're exploring historic sites, participating in cultural events, or engaging with local artisans, our transformative travel experiences are designed to leave a lasting impact on both you and the places you visit. #BEST #STRAW #SHMS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Two-time Emmy and three-time NAACP Image Award-winning, television Executive Producer, Rushion McDonald interviewed Ronnell Perry. Ronnell is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese and holds a master's degree in public policy & management from Carnegie Mellon University and a B.A. in International Business from Dillard University. Ronnell has more than 20 years of international travel and specializes in AfroLatin travel. Talking Points/Questions * - How did you grow from a travel blog and resource to a full-fledged profitable travel business- Why don't you consider yourself a travel agent?- There are Black people in South America? What does it mean to specialize in tourism in AfroLatin communities?-How did you move from virtual education project manager to tourism professional?- How did you turn your hobby into your full-time job?- You were laid off from your corporate job in 2022; tell us about how that impacted you. Ronnell has more than 20 years of international travel and community development experience. Ronnell is fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, and holds a Master's Degree in Public Policy & Management from Carnegie Mellon University, and a B.A. in International Business from Dillard University. He served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Paraguay and Costa Rica, and has visited over 15 countries. Rounding out over six years of service, he recently served as chair of the board of directors for an international education non-profit. Ronnell also holds a certificate in Tourism & Hospitality Management from Florida Atlantic University. He splits his time between Atlanta, GA and Salvador da Bahia, Brazil. Evolved from a simple blog to a full blown bespoke travel company, AfroBuenaventura Transformative Travel is a pioneering travel service dedicated to offering immersive and culturally enriching experiences that celebrate the rich heritage and vibrant traditions of Afro-descendant communities. Our mission is to provide travelers with profound, transformative journeys that go beyond traditional tourism by deeply engaging with the history, culture, and contemporary life of African diaspora regions. We specialize in crafting personalized itineraries that highlight the unique contributions of Afro-descendant cultures, showcasing everything from historical landmarks and local festivals to art, music, and cuisine. Our curated experiences are designed to foster meaningful connections, promote cultural understanding, and support sustainable and ethical tourism practices. At AfroBuenaventura, we believe that travel has the power to inspire and transform. By focusing on authenticity and respect for local cultures, we create opportunities for travelers to gain a deeper appreciation of the global Afro heritage while contributing positively to the communities they visit. Whether you're exploring historic sites, participating in cultural events, or engaging with local artisans, our transformative travel experiences are designed to leave a lasting impact on both you and the places you visit. #BEST #STRAW #SHMS See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Please join the Diversity and Leadership in International Affairs Project (DLIA) for the second episode of Driving Impact Season 2 with Peace Corps Director Carol Spahn. Hear about Director Spahn's journey from volunteering in Romania after the end of the Cold War to becoming the 21st Peace Corps Director and a renowned leader in the international development field.
From being an English teacher in Central Lesotho to being a Peace Corps Volunteer in Madagascar to working with the World Bank and the United Nations, Assistant Professor Molly Offer-Westort chose to experience various opportunities before embarking on an academic life. Now, she uses data science and statistical tools to understand people's online behaviors and help policymakers make better decisions. Tune in to hear Professor Offer-Westort talk about her childhood dreams and how her research now contributes to the public in understanding the 2024 U.S. Presidential Election.
In this episode of Soul of Travel, Season 5: Women's Wisdom + Mindful Travel, presented by @journeywoman_original, Christine hosts a soulful conversation with Annika Paradise.Annika caught the travel bug young, devouring maps like her peers did novels. As a Peace Corps Volunteer in Thailand, and later as a student travel guide with Where There Be Dragons, she witnessed the transformational power of cross-cultural immersion and wanted to share the experience with her family. She is also co-owner of Paradise Found Record Shop in Boulder, Colorado. Annika Paradise and her husband, Will, worldschooled their three children across three continents and twelve countries including Nepal, Laos, China, Cambodia, New Zealand, Costa Rica, Italy and Greece. With a cello.Christine and Annika discuss:· Early travels, including her time in Thailand in the the Peace Corps· Long-term family travel and world schooling experience· Some of the expected and unexpected outcomes from global family travelJoin Christine now for this soulful conversation with Annika Paradise.
Mark D. Walker, a Returned U.S. Peace Corps Volunteer from Guatemala, is an award-winning writer and President of Million Mile Walker. His recent book is “The Guatemala Reader: Extraordinary Lives & Amazing Stories”. Prior to that he wrote, “My Saddest Pleasures: 50 Years on the Road.” His Peace Corps experience totally changed his life. His publications include features of Guatemalan cultural and political leaders, as well as focus on the crisis of democracy which was spearheaded by the quest for cheap labor and to enrich the wealthy, which has been destructive for the majority of Indigenous Guatemalans. It is critical to learn more about countries in South and Central America, especially given their geo-political proximity to the US. In both Guatemala and the US, there has been a frontal assault on the freedom of expression, especially with books being banned by elected officials in states such as Florida and Texas.
Belonging in a word that is being thrown around a lot in the workplace, and in the world. What is the impact of not having community. I think we're seeing the backlash in some of the mental health statistics, crime, division and many other huge societal problems that we're seeing. Charles Vogl (https://www.charlesvogl.com/) is trying to change that, and help high stakes (and other) organizations build community so they can collaborate when lives are at stake! He has 3 amazing books on the topic, but in this episode he shares several of his strategies to help bring people together.In this episode we talk aboutThe time he spent living in a homeless shelter, and in Zambia with the Peace CorpsSome of the key components to creating genuine human connectionThe 3 promises that need to be understood for people to “stay in the room” and feel a part of and contribute to the community that's being created there. Want more from Charles? You can find it all on his website. www.charlesvogl.comCharles began his lifelong study of change making while a volunteer living in a Santa Ana, CA homeless shelter. He then worked on human rights in Sub-Saharan Africa as a Peace Corps Volunteer, and later built teams to create high social impact media as a NewYork documentary filmmaker. His PBS film work won several international awards, including the Amnesty International Movies that Matter Award. All the work served as crucibles in which to learn the importance of and how to bring people together around shared values and purpose.Charles teaches the wisdom and principles to build deep community and resilient relationships in the most lonely era in organizational history. His work draws on three thousand years of spiritual traditions to understand how individuals build loyalty, strengthen identity, and live out shared values.Building a deep community in turn builds organizational resilience, attracts and retains community members around shared purpose and values, and fosters innovation that disrupts industries and influences global change.He holds an M.Div. from Yale, where he studied spiritual traditions, ethics, and business as a Jesse Ball duPont Foundation scholar.Link:
Today my guest is Charles Vogl, one of the founding fathers of the community industry as we know it now, a person who influenced my professional journey a ton because of authoring The Art of Community and co-authoring Building Brand Communities with amazing Carrie Melissa Jones, a documentary filmmaker, who also produced a “New Year Baby” film that tells a story of his wife's family that survived Cambodian genocide, and avoided death at least 3 times and all of them while pursuing justice for local human rights as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Zambia in his 20's
From Moldova to Tajikistan, from Belarus to Uzbekistan: The Formulation and Flow of National Identity from the Late Czarist Times to Today Riordan will explore the formulation of identity over the past 150 years in Moldova, Tajikistan, Belarus and Uzbekistan. Drawing on decades of on-the-ground work and research across all four countries, Riordan will discuss his findings on the trajectory of national identity and how it continues to shape the political discussion in each country today. About the Speaker: John P. Riordan is a career Foreign Service Officer in the United States Agency for International Development (USAID). He currently serves as the Deputy Mission Director at USAID/Moldova. Prior to Moldova, he was on assignment as a Development Advisor to U.S. Special Operations Command (SOCOM) in Tampa, Florida (2017-2020). Riordan was the USAID Country Director in Uzbekistan (2014-2017), where he served for multiple, extended periods of time as acting Deputy Chief of Mission. He was also USAID's Country Director in Belarus (2009-2013). In both Belarus and Uzbekistan, Riordan pioneered the leveraging of Baltic partner expertise and regional knowledge in order to advance shared objectives. He was recognized in 2017 with a Diploma of Commendation from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Latvia for his decade contribution to fostering a close relationship between Latvia and the United States and in jointly providing support for Belarus and Central Asian countries. Riordan was the USAID Development Adviser to the command group at Combined Joint Task Force 101 and 82 in Bagram, Afghanistan (2008-2009). Riordan served two assignments in Iraq (2006 and 2008, respectively) as the Deputy Director of USAID's Governance and Provincial Reconstruction Team Office during the U.S. Government “surge,” and then helped to launch the Joint Interagency Task Force at Multi-National Forces-Iraq. He also served at the Agency's mission in Romania (2005-2006). Riordan was honored to be the first Foreign Service Officer selected for an academic year in the Advanced Military Studies Program at the Command and General Staff College at Ft. Leavenworth, Kansas (2007- 2008). While there, Riordan produced a monograph, Red D.I.M.E., which drew on original research on the Basmachi Resistance Movement against the fledgling Bolshevik forces of the Soviet Union in the Ferghana Valley region of Central Asia in order to apply historical and political lessons to irregular warfare in complex, adaptive environments. Before joining USAID, Riordan lived and worked in the Ferghana Valley region of Central Asia. He lectured at Ferghana State University and was the first American to conduct research in the Ferghana City archives as a Fulbright scholar in Uzbekistan. He also collected oral histories of Uzbek, Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Russian, and Tajik World War II veterans in order to better understand the formation of Soviet identity in Central Asia (2002-2003). He was also a Peace Corps Volunteer in the Ferghana Valley region of Kyrgyzstan (1998-2000), and worked as the Office Director of the State Department funded Freedom Support Act/Future Leader Exchange Program (FSA/FLEX) in Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan (2000-2001). Riordan earned a master's in military arts and sciences from the School of Advanced Military Studies at the Command and General Staff College at Ft. Leavenworth, Kan., and a master's in Russian, East European, and Central Asian studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He was awarded a Foreign Language Area Scholarship while at Wisconsin for the study of the Uzbek language and spent three summers on scholarship at Indiana University studying Russian, Uzbek, and Turkmen. He completed his undergraduate degree in Political Science at Marquette University, where he was selected for an internship on Capitol Hill via Marquette's Les Aspin Center for Government.
Born and raised in Vail, Brooke has witnessed a small ski town grow into a world-class resort. She is very familiar with the history, lifestyle, and ski areas across the Vail Valley. After high school, she left the Vail Valley to earn a degree in International Relations from Franklin College Switzerland. Post college, she spent 2 ½ years as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Asuncion, Paraguay. She is fluent in both Spanish and German. Her travels have taken her to over 50 countries, but Vail is her home and she is eager to make it your home as well!Her vast knowledge of the area coupled with her international experience allows her to assist all local, second home-owner, and international clientele alike. She recently earned The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing's Million Dollar Guild Recognition for experience, knowledge, and expertise in million-dollar and above residential properties. She is also a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist! That puts her in an exclusive group of Real Estate professionals who have completed The Institute's training and have a proven performance in the upper-tier market. When Brooke is not busy marketing luxury listings, she enjoys all the outdoor fun Vail provides –she is currently learning to play golf. She is an avid skier and hiker-she revels in all the activities the Rocky Mountains offer. Brooke enjoys spending time with her two young children and husband, Brett Gagnon, who is a PGA golf pro and an instructor at Beaver Creek Ski School. She has participated in over $165M in transactions representing all types of Real Estate across the valley floor. She is honored to be recognized consistently as a top producer by the Vail Board of Realtors for closed contracts, and she strives to put the “extra” in extraordinary.Learn more: https://www.YourVailHome.comElite Real Estate Leaders Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/elite-real-estate-leaders-podcastSource: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-brooke-gagnon-brooke-gagnon-realtor-keller-williams-mtn-properties
Born and raised in Vail, Brooke has witnessed a small ski town grow into a world-class resort. She is very familiar with the history, lifestyle, and ski areas across the Vail Valley. After high school, she left the Vail Valley to earn a degree in International Relations from Franklin College Switzerland. Post college, she spent 2 ½ years as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Asuncion, Paraguay. She is fluent in both Spanish and German. Her travels have taken her to over 50 countries, but Vail is her home and she is eager to make it your home as well!Her vast knowledge of the area coupled with her international experience allows her to assist all local, second home-owner, and international clientele alike. She recently earned The Institute for Luxury Home Marketing's Million Dollar Guild Recognition for experience, knowledge, and expertise in million-dollar and above residential properties. She is also a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist! That puts her in an exclusive group of Real Estate professionals who have completed The Institute's training and have a proven performance in the upper-tier market. When Brooke is not busy marketing luxury listings, she enjoys all the outdoor fun Vail provides –she is currently learning to play golf. She is an avid skier and hiker-she revels in all the activities the Rocky Mountains offer. Brooke enjoys spending time with her two young children and husband, Brett Gagnon, who is a PGA golf pro and an instructor at Beaver Creek Ski School. She has participated in over $165M in transactions representing all types of Real Estate across the valley floor. She is honored to be recognized consistently as a top producer by the Vail Board of Realtors for closed contracts, and she strives to put the “extra” in extraordinary.Learn more: https://www.YourVailHome.comElite Real Estate Leaders Podcasthttps://businessinnovatorsradio.com/elite-real-estate-leaders-podcastSource: https://businessinnovatorsradio.com/interview-with-brooke-gagnon-brooke-gagnon-realtor-keller-williams-mtn-properties
A 1960s Peace Corps volunteer revisits his two years spent in southern Africa.
Most families in the US do some form of combination feeding, using bottles and frequently breast pumps. The sheer volume of new pumps, bottles, and other feeding supplies is enough to overwhelm most IBCLC's. To stay current on new equipment means either many hours researching, or taking a course from someone who did all the research and work already. Jeanette Mesite Frem is known in the world of lactation to be that person. Jeanette has spent years specializing in all things pumping and bottle feeding, has nearly every breast pump and bottle, and can explain all the pros and cons of each! Listen as Katie Oshita and Jeanette Mesite Frem discuss Jeanett'es deep dive into pumping, her soon-to-be-released study on flange fitting, and what the FITS acronym means in the lactation world.Podcast guest: Jeanette Mesite Frem, MHS, IBCLC, RLC, CCE is an experienced childbirth educator, IBCLC-lactation consultant and retired birth doula. She started her career working with families while serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Côte d'Ivoire, West Africa in the early 90s. She loved that work so much she went on to receive a public health masters degree from Johns Hopkins School of Public Health, focusing her studies on nutrition for maternal and child health. Her two children were breastfed for more than 2 years each and Jeanette has experience pumping at work for both children and has supported thousands of families with feeding and pumping over the last 20 years.Jeanette provides prenatal childbirth and breastfeeding classes at her office in Northborough, Massachusetts, as well as providing virtual and office feeding consultations. She also enjoys leading workshops and speaking at conferences for lactation and perinatal health professionals and mentoring those who work with families. If you have questions, feel free to email jeanette@babiesincommon.com.Podcast host: Katie Oshita, RN, BSN, IBCLC has over 22 years of experience working in Maternal-Infant Medicine. Katie is a telehealth lactation consultant believing that clients anywhere in the world deserve the best care possible for their needs. Being an expert on TOTs, Katie helps families everywhere navigate breastfeeding struggles, especially when related to tongue tie or low supply. Katie is also passionate about finding the root cause of symptoms, using Functional Medicine practices to help client not just survive, but truly thrive. Email katie@cuddlesandmilk.com or www.cuddlesandmilk.com
The subject tonight is Love And for tomorrow night as well, As a matter of fact I know of no better topic For us to discuss Until we all Die! - Hafiz Crisis, war, injustice, and violence have a certain logic—and social change processes working to address these challenges carry a similar, reactionary logic. How can love help us to step out of the perceived reality of “what is possible” in building peace during conflict? Turning points in conflicts and crises are often mysterious, require acts of enormous creativity, and a willingness to risk. Social change is an artistic act, mobilizing love and prophetic imagination–and it requires us to step into the mystery of the unknown that lies beyond the far too familiar landscape of violence. In this series, join Host Serena Bian in speaking with three people who bear witness to the best and worst of humanity, holding a courageous moral imagination. Working and witnessing the front lines of injustice, war, climate change, these peacebuilders, mystics, storytellers hold space for the miraculous to emerge, refusing to be bound by a perceived reality of “what is possible.” Events in the serves Monday, April 29 | Deepa Patel Weds, May 29 | Aljosie Aldrich Harding Tues, June 25 | Kalyanee Mam Aljosie Aldrich Harding Reared in segregated North Carolina, Aljosie began learning, teaching, and building social justice skills along with organizing in the 1960s as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Lome, Togo, West Africa. She has been a servant-leader at the Institute of the Black World (Atlanta), a think tank and advocacy organization, and the Learning House (Atlanta) an independent Afrocentric freedom school. She has worked in community organizing in several southern and northern cities and in empowerment building with women's circles, organizations, and colleges. With her co-worker, partner, and late husband, Vincent Harding, she built intergenerational relationships with social justice and peace organizations across the United States and abroad. Her organizational links have included the Bruderhof, Soka Gakkai International, Young Adult Quakers, the Dorothy Cotton Institute, the Walter Rodney Symposium and Foundation, Tewa Women United, Kid Cultivators, and the Yale-National University of Singapore. As a spiritual guide (director) she shares healing justice practices in all her organizational work. Serena Bian Serena is pursuing a life that remains attentive to the tenderness of a snail's soft body and reverent to the miracle of its spiraled shell. Working with U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy, Serena serves as a Special Advisor and brings a spiritual and systemic understanding to the public health crisis of loneliness and isolation. As a chaplain-in-training, Serena is pursuing questions of how we chaplain the end of extractive systems that isolate communities from themselves and one another. She is involved with multi-generational, multi-spiritual communities like the Nuns and Nones, devoted to courage, peacebuilding, and love. She participates on the Board of Commonweal and CoGenerate. #newschoolcommonweal #commonweal #interfaith #peacebuilding #peace
Tonight Ryan and J sit down with Judge Jim Gray. Judge Gray has held a diverse career, including roles as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Costa Rica, a staff judge advocate and criminal defense attorney in the Navy JAG Corps, a federal prosecutor in Los Angeles, and a civil litigation attorney. He has also pursued political ambitions, running for Congress in 1998 as a Republican and for the US Senate in 2004 as a Libertarian. He talks about what it would take to give We the People competent leadership, slash taxes, fix healthcare, and end welfare as we know it. He talks about how prison systems should work and how even privatized prisons can work if done properly. So before you say "I'm All for Red or All for Blue," listen to the show with an open mind and you might check a different box this November! TikTok @cryptique_podcast YouTube @cryptiquepodcast X @podcastevil IG cryptiquepodcast Definitely check out our YouTube channel @cryptiquepodcast for the video version of the show with slides and videos of what we're talking about. Let us know about your worst nightmares at cryptiquepodcast@gmail.com For a small one-time donation, you can buy us a cup of coffee at buymeacoffee.com/cryptiquepi Cryptique is a podcast and YouTube channel that covers A.I., aliens, alternative dimensions, alternative history, astrology, bigfoot, black eyed kids, conspiracies and conspiracy theories, consciousness, cryptids, cults, extraterrestrials, fays, feral kids, flat earth, folklore, forbidden knowledge, ghosts, giants, ghouls, goblins, government cover ups, haunted items, hauntings, hat man, hidden archeology, hidden realms, indigenous cultures, lake monsters, men in black, mystic powers, near death experiences, nightmares, numerology, occult, paranormal, politics, psychic abilities, psy ops, psychedelic research and experience, reincarnation, religion, remote viewing, Sasquatch, shadow people, spirits, Tartaria, tarot, the afterlife, true crime, true stories behind horror movies, UFOS, ultraterrestrials, urban legends, yokai, Yowie.
In honor of National Volunteer Week April 21-27, three returned Peace Corps Volunteers from Kansas City shared what the Peace Corps experience was about for them.
“You're going to have to be defending people, sometimes publicly, for saying stuff that you find abhorrent and that you hate. But that's the gig.” says Alex Morey, director of campus rights advocacy at FIRE, on this week's episode of The Syllabus. Mark Oppenheimer digs deep with free speech defender extraordinaire Alex Morey, as they discuss the chilling effect of fear and censorship on college campuses—and what the law really has to say. Guest Bio: Alex Morey is an attorney and a journalist who leads FIRE's Campus Rights Advocacy program, a team of attorneys and advocates. Morey is a member of the First Amendment Lawyers Association. She has a J.D. from the University of Wisconsin Law School and a master's degree in broadcast journalism from Syracuse University's S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications, and has trained at the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. She attended the University of Arizona in her hometown of Tucson, majoring in journalism and French and graduating with honors. She was a Peace Corps Volunteer in Madagascar, where she taught English in rural, underserved schools. Stay informed about this podcast and all of AJU's latest programs and offerings by subscribing to our mailing list HERE If you'd like to support AJU and this podcast, please consider donating to us at aju.edu/donate
Melanie Mowinski likes paper, but she loves what goes ON paper. Paper becomes a vessel on which she prints, collages, draws, constructs, and more. Mowinski draws inspiration from the landscape of her Berkshire Hills home and residencies and travels to places like Iceland, Morocco, Tasmania, Venice, and most recently, from along the Camino de Santiago in Spain. She began her daily creative practice over 20 years ago as a Peace Corps Volunteer – what began as a way to document the “toughest job she would ever love,” evolved into one of the most important parts of her artistic practice. This practice formed the foundation of her book “Collage Your Life”, published by Storey Publishing in 2022. Her letterpress prints and artist books are in numerous collections, including the Tate Modern, Oberlin College, and the Clark Art Institute. She's taught workshops at Wells Book Arts Center, Williams College, and other art centers around the world. She holds master degrees from Yale University and The University of the Arts. Mowinski is a Professor of Art at the Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) in North Adams, MA and is the founder and director of PRESS: Letterpress as a Public Art Project.
Guest: Venchele Saint Dic Episode Name: Conversations with Venchele Saint Dic: Insights for Writers Episode Number: 242 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ About the guest Venchele Saint Dic (1990-Present) is a Boston-raised writer of Haitian descent, passionate about community service and global health. After earning a Bachelor of Arts in Public Health from Simmons College, she ventured to Granada, Spain, for further studies. Following her commitment to service, Venchele served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Senegal from 2012-2015, focusing on community health. She founded MESFAMI Care Inc., dedicated to empowering families in changing environments. Venchele's writing has been featured in various publications, including Peace Corps Press Release News, Thrive Global, and Medium, showcasing her commitment to sharing impactful stories and insights. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ In this insightful episode, Massiel engages in a candid conversation with Venchele Saint Dic, a seasoned book coach, to delve into the intricacies of the writing process. Venchele shares her expertise on custom-tailored coaching programs, addressing common challenges writers face, such as conflicting story arcs and writer's block. Emphasizing the importance of realistic timelines and self-care, Venchele highlights the psychological aspects of writing and encourages writers to focus on their journey rather than solely on the end product. With practical strategies and valuable insights, this episode offers guidance for writers at every stage, empowering them to navigate the writing process with clarity and confidence. ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Additional Resources Website - www.blackheartedstudios.com Freebie link - https://bit.ly/h2bebook Massiel Email - massiel@blackheartedstudios.com Massiel's Coach.Me site - https://www.coach.me/massielwrites Instagram - www.instagram.com/massielwrites LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/massiel-valenzuela-castaneda/ Facebook - www.facebook.com/howtowriteabookpodcast ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Are you feeling overwhelmed by your never-ending to-do list? Check out Paula, the Ultimate VA! https://pearlzconsulting11.wixsite.com/pearlz-va-services Discover the ultimate solution for regaining control with Paula, your dedicated virtual assistant. She'll help you manage your calendar, handle email, conduct research, social media management, and even mix and stitch together your podcast episodes. Don't let your to-do list overwhelm you any longer. Get started today! _________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Follow Venchele Venchele Saint Dic LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/venchele-saint-dic-mph-candidate-70480811 Venchele Saint Dic Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/venchelesaintdic __________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Like, share, or leave a review on Apple Podcasts and subscribe to our YouTube channel (Blackhearted Studios)
Today's Five-Star Guest is grant-writing expert Rachel Waterman.Rachel Waterman has over 25 years of community development and grant writing experience, is Grant Professional Certified (GPC), a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE), a Grant Professionals Association (GPA) Approved Trainer, and an expert in grant management. She holds a Master's degree in community and economic development with a concentration in applied social research from Illinois State University and a Bachelor's degree in international studies from Barry University.Her career has encompassed a broad spectrum of professional experiences, including serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer, nonprofit executive director, community organizer, city master planner, researcher, and Mayor of the city of Lake Worth Beach, Florida.Rachel is CEO and Founder of GDS Grants. She is responsible for client strategy, new program & budget development, data tracking systems, outcome measures and data analysis.Rachel also oversees the GDS Professional Development Program and personally coaches GDS interns, fellows and mentees. Reach out to Rachel:Website: Global Development Systems: https://www.gdsgrants.com/GEMS: https://www.grantmanagementmadeeasy.com/Email: rwaterman@gdsgrants.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelwaterman/Get on our waiting list for our new nonprofit & fundraising community filled with on-demand courses and live webinars that are exclusive to members! Learn all about what's in store to support you and your leadership team at www.DoGoodYOUniversity.com!Support This Podcast! Make a quick and easy donation here:https://www.patreon.com/dogoodbetterSpecial THANK YOU to our sponsors:Donor Dock - The best CRM system for your small to medium sized nonprofit, hands down! Visit www.DonorDock.com and use the Promo Code DOGOODBETTER for a FREE month!iTunes: https://apple.co/3a3XenfSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2PlqRXsYouTube: https://bit.ly/3kaWYanTunein: http://tun.in/pjIVtStitcher: https://bit.ly/3i8jfDRFollow On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoodBetterPodcast/Follow On Twitter: @consulting_do #fundraising #fundraiser #charity #nonprofit #donate#dogood #dogoodBETTER #fargo #fundraisingdadAbout Host Patrick Kirby:Email: Patrick@dogoodbetterconsulting.comLinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fundraisingdad/Want more great advice? Buy Patrick's book! Now also available as an e-book!Fundraise Awesomer! A Practical Guide to Staying Sane While Doing GoodAvailable through Amazon Here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1072070359
Today, panelists, Ashley Frost and James Maloney, Deputy Directors, Office of HIV/AIDS USAID, discussed USAID's localization initiative, locally-led development, and the importance of diversified local partners. They discuss USAID's Global Health work, how USAID supported PEPFAR and the successes it has enjoyed, including statistics of lives saved and changed. James Maloney and Ashley Frost share the new PEPFAR five-year strategy, the USAID Approach to HIV and Optimized Programming (AHOP). AHOP is a framework for USAID to employ assets through efficient, measured, and simplified programmatic approaches to ensure resilient and country-led approaches to the HIV response. The AHOP defines five critical pathways through which USAID will assist countries in sustaining epidemic control and accelerating progress in those that have not yet achieved the 95-95-95 goals. Each pathway outlines planned results and time-bound milestones. If this resonates with you, share successes with Congress to fund the five-year reauthorization of PEPFAR. IN THIS EPISODE: [00:32] Mike Shanley outlines key talking points regarding the accomplishments that PEPFAR has achieved over the last 20 years, delivering unprecedented impact in the global fight against HIV AIDS. [02:57] Ashley Frost and James Maloney describe their roles at USAID as Deputy Directors. [04:40] Discussion where funding originates, the investments they make at the primary healthcare level, and successes they have accomplished through PEPFAR, stating that USAID is the largest donor and they are advancing work in the HIV vaccine space. [11:00] James shares statistics of the impact made in the world attributed to PEPFAR and reflects on the history of growth and prevention. [14:50] Discussion of localization, local entities and partners and relationships within country-led staff and senior diplomats in their countries. [20:06] Looking forward to goals and objectives, James discusses the AHOP framework in response to HIV. [25:24] Ashley comments on the importance of keeping an open dialogue between all partners within the HIV AIDS space, and James outlines the importance of seeing the 5-year reauthorization of PEPFAR. KEY TAKEAWAYS: Oftentimes, hospitals and building new infrastructure is what gets a “ribbon cutting”, but in terms of buying the best health outcome with USAID's investments from U.S. taxpayers, the first area of importance is investments made at a primary care level, which will most impact healthcare outcomes, saving lives and supporting healthy lives. The second thing that drives a lot of USAID's investments across individual disease or health areas is health security. Much of PEPFAR's success lies in engaging with local partners. With regard to localization, the Office of HIV AIDS and the Global Health Bureau have been the front runners in the agency and have been able to guide our agency in these spaces. Right now, about 58 percent of our resources are implemented through local entities, and those sets of partners have been diversified. Small business engagement in the U.S. is essential and has much to offer to the work we can accomplish together. More significant international partners have specific skill sets that are necessary for USAID. As we think about localization, everyone needs to think outside the box and remember that one size does not fit all. By the end of 2025, the vision is to help countries reach what the USAID calls the global commitment of 95-95-95 goals. That means that 95 percent of those who have HIV know their status. 95 percent of those individuals are on treatment, and 95 percent of those individuals would be virally suppressed. The AHOP defines five critical pathways through which USAID will assist countries in attaining these goals. RESOURCES: Aid Market Podcast Aid Market Podcast YouTube Mike Shanley - LinkedIn James Maloney - LinkedIn USAID Approach to HIV and Optimized Programming BIOGRAPHIES: James Maloney has served as the Deputy Director for the Office of HIV/AIDS (OHA) within the Global Health Bureau at the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) since March 2020. OHA provides overall programmatic guidance for USAID's implementation of the U.S. President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) and oversight of $4 billion in 53 countries. In March 2022, following Russia's invasion of Ukraine, James was asked to support the National Security Council Global Health Development Directorate and serve as the Coordinator for the Ukraine and Regional Health working group. In October 2022, James was designated as the Senior Operations Official for the Global Mpox Response Team and has led coordination of the United States' global response to mpox. Previously, James led the Supply Chain for Health Division at USAID overseeing over $700 million per year in HIV commodity procurement and supply chain management to advance HIV epidemic control and strengthen the capacity of countries to manage health supply chains. Prior to joining USAID Washington, James served as Senior Technical Advisor from 2015 to 2018 with USAID Haiti managing primary health care and supply chain programs to improve the availability, quality and utilization of health services in the areas of maternal and child health, HIV and TB, reproductive health, nutrition, and WASH. Prior to Haiti, James worked in South Africa from January 2010 with the Department of State and served as the Country Coordinator for PEPFAR and lead the U.S. Government's interagency response to HIV/AIDS in South Africa. Ashley Frost joined the Office of HIV/AIDS (OHA) as Deputy Director in August 2023. As a Foreign Service Officer, she most recently served as Health Office Director for USAID/Southern Africa. Over the last decade, she has served as Deputy Director for Operations, Care and Treatment Lead, and Strategic Information (SI) Lead, supporting USAID's PEPFAR programming in South Africa, Zambia, and Guatemala/Central America. Ashley holds a Ph.D. in Sociology and Demography from Penn State University, and her academic work includes quantitative and qualitative research in HIV, reproductive health, and gender. Before joining USAID in 2011, she worked with Congressional staff members, international researchers, policymakers, and program managers to improve evidence-based decisions for public health outcomes. She served as an education Peace Corps Volunteer in Benin, West Africa. Fun Facts: Ashley has three sons (ages 12, 9, and 9), and they do many sports as a family! They spend their free time jogging, biking, hiking, and attending many soccer games. Ashley and her husband, Jason, are section hiking the Appalachian trail each year and have walked through Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee together. Degrees: MA, PhD in Sociology and Demography, Languages: English, Spanish, French (comprehension)
EPISODE 1923: In this KEEN ON show, Andrew talks to Casey Michel, author of the upcoming FOREIGN AGENTS, about the dirty overseas money sloshing around both sides of American politicsCasey Michel is an author, journalist, and director of the Combating Kleptocracy Program with the Human Rights Foundation. He is the author of American Kleptocracy, named by The Economist as one of the "best books to read to understand financial crime." His writing on offshoring, foreign lobbying, authoritarianism, and illicit wealth has appeared in Financial Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Atlantic, Foreign Affairs, and The Washington Post, among other outlets, and he has appeared on NPR, BBC, CNN, and MSNBC, among other stations. He has also testified in front of the Senate Judiciary Committee on the links between illicit financial networks and national security. He received his Master's degree in Russian, Eurasian, and East European Studies from Columbia University's Harriman Institute, and served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in northern Kazakhstan. Foreign Agents is his second book.Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best known broadcasters and commentators. In addition to presenting KEEN ON, he is the host of the long-running How To Fix Democracy show. He is also the author of four prescient books about digital technology: CULT OF THE AMATEUR, DIGITAL VERTIGO, THE INTERNET IS NOT THE ANSWER and HOW TO FIX THE FUTURE. Andrew lives in San Francisco, is married to Cassandra Knight, Google's VP of Litigation & Discovery, and has two grown children.
My guest for this episode is Dr. Marie Nazon, an initiated Mambo in the Vodun tradition of Haiti, a Priestess in the Yoruba tradition of Ifa, a clinical social worker with more than 30 years of experience, and professor emeritus with the City College of New York. Marie is also a returned Peace Corps Volunteer and former Fulbright Scholar in Senegal, and has led study abroad and international service learning courses in Africa and the Caribbean. She served on the executive committee of UNBUTU RISE, Revivers of Indigenous spirituality and Ecosystem; has been a member of Kunsi Keya Tamakoce, a Lakota sweat lodge/Sundance community in the United States for more than 20 years; is a Reiki Master; a graduate of Priestess Practicum of Triple Spiral of Dun na Sidhe, and Alisa Starkweather's Priestess Path experience.On this episode, we explore:The thru-line of the Divine Feminine that Marie has seen and experienced through her many initiationsHow her spiritual practice has literally saved her lifeThe misrepresentations so many of us have been exposed to related to Vodun and African spirituality, and why it's important to name them as suchMarie's secret Vodun family lineage and how she came to learn of itWhy she thinks the Goddess is not returning, but is already hereAnd so much more! Show NotesIf you'd like to know whose ancestral tribal lands you currently reside on, you can look up your address here: https://native-land.ca/You can also visit the Coalition of Natives and Allies for more helpful educational resources about Indigenous rights and history.Please check out Home to Her Academy, my school dedicated to seekers of Sacred Feminine wisdom! www.hometoheracademy.com. And while you're there, don't forget to sign up for my newsletter to stay up to date with upcoming classes.My book, “Home to Her: Walking the Transformative Path of the Sacred Feminine,” is available from Womancraft Publishing! To learn more, read endorsements and purchase, please visit https://womancraftpublishing.com/product/home-to-her/. It is also available for sale via Amazon, Bookshop.org, and you can order it from your favorite local bookstore, too.Please – if you love this podcast and/or have read my book, please consider leaving me a review! For the podcast, reviews on iTunes are extremely helpful, and for the book, reviews on Amazon and Goodreads are equally helpful. Thank you for supporting my work!You can watch this and other podcast episodes at the Home to Her YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@hometoherFollow me on Instagram @hometoher; Join the Home to Her group on Facebook; or contact me via www.hometoher.comYou can learn more about Marie and her work at her website: www.marienazon.com. You can also follow her on Instagram @marieayiti.Marie mentioned the movie Crazy Wise: https://crazywisefilm.com/watch-the-film/Related Episodes Exploring the Divine Feminine in African Traditional Religions with Lilith Dorsey When She Wakes with Gina Martin
Dana Okano from Hawai'i Community Foundation joins us today to talk about the needs of her home state Hawai'i, and the importance of giving back to the land that rejuvenates you. She dives into the ongoing challenge of supporting environmental and community needs. Dana and Sybil dig deeply into her freshwater initiative and many of the important priorities in Hawai'i in order to donate and support local organizations in a place that many people visit for rejuvenation.Episode Highlights:Tips and strategies for effective giving Leveraging local resources in a place that rejuvenates youFavorite grants and initiativesDana Okano Bio:Dana Okano, PhD, AICP, (she/her) is Director of the Natural Environment sector at Hawai‘i Community Foundation, and is responsible for programs such as the Hawai‘i Fresh Water Initiative, Holomua Marine Initiative, and co-chairs the Hawai‘i Environmental Funders Group. She is also Director of the EPA-funded Hawaiian Islands Environmental Finance Center, providing Technical Assistance to communities across Hawai‘i for their water needs.Prior to joining the Foundation, Dr. Okano worked for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Coral Reef Conservation Program and Coastal Zone Management Program in Saipan, CNMI. Dr. Okano also previously worked as a Planner at County of Hawai‘i Planning Department, and she began her career as a Peace Corps Volunteer serving in Benin, West Africa. Links:Holomua Marine Initiative: https://dlnr.hawaii.gov/holomua/ Hawai'i Makai Watch: http://pupukeawaimea.org/programs/makai-watch Hawai‘i Community Foundation https://www.hawaiicommunityfoundation.org If you enjoyed this episode, listen to these as well:https://www.doyourgood.com/blog/150-pooled-funds-that-protects-sharkshttps://www.doyourgood.com/blog/129-jim-enotehttps://www.doyourgood.com/blog/leveraging-public-dollarsCrack the Code: Sybil's Successful Guide to PhilanthropyBecome even better at what you do as Sybil teaches you the strategies and tools you'll need to avoid mistakes and make a career out of philanthropy.Sybil offers resources including free mini-course videos, templates, checklists, and words of advice summarized in easy to review pdfs. Check out Sybil's website with all the latest opportunities to learn from Sybil at https://www.doyourgood.com Connect with Do Your Goodhttps://www.facebook.com/doyourgoodhttps://www.instagram.com/doyourgoodWould you like to talk with Sybil directly?Send in your inquiries through her website https://www.doyourgood.com/ or you can email her directly at sybil@doyourgood.com
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Kathryn Wendell: The Case for Business Sustainability Kathryn Wendell brings more than 20 years of experience in global sustainability to the University of Colorado Boulder where she is the Executive Director of the Center for Ethics and Social Responsibility. Previously, she worked at Stanford University, Chevron, and the World Bank, and started her career as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ecuador. Welcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show for entrepreneurs, who want to achieve high sales and positively impact humanity! Join host, JV Crum III, as he goes inside the minds of conscious guests such as Millionaire Entrepreneurs and World-Class Business Experts. Like this Podcast? Get every episode delivered to you free! Subscribe in iTunes Download Your Free Money-Making Gift Now... "Born to Make Millions" Hypnotic Audio - Click Here Now! Please help spread the word. Subscribing and leaving a review helps others find our podcast. Thanks so much! Inc Magazine "Top 13 Business Podcasts." Conscious Millionaire Network has over 3,800 episodes that have been heard by over 100 million in 190 countries.
Kathryn Wendell: The Case for Business Sustainability Kathryn Wendell brings more than 20 years of experience in global sustainability to the University of Colorado Boulder where she is the Executive Director of the Center for Ethics and Social Responsibility. Previously, she worked at Stanford University, Chevron, and the World Bank, and started her career as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Ecuador. Welcome to the Conscious Millionaire Show for entrepreneurs, who want to achieve high sales and positively impact humanity! Join host, JV Crum III, as he goes inside the minds of conscious guests such as Millionaire Entrepreneurs and World-Class Business Experts. Like this Podcast? Get every episode delivered to you free! Subscribe in iTunes Download Your Free Money-Making Gift Now... "Born to Make Millions" Hypnotic Audio - Click Here Now! Please help spread the word. Subscribing and leaving a review helps others find our podcast. Thanks so much! Inc Magazine "Top 13 Business Podcasts." Conscious Millionaire Network has over 3,800 episodes that have been heard by over 100 million in 190 countries.
This week's episode features Michal Cohen, a psychedelic therapist who helps clients through therapeutic cannabis ceremonies and ketamine therapy. Michal explains how she got into this unique work through trainings in alternative modalities like ganja yoga. She sees immense value in psychedelics for mental health based on her own healing journey. As a traveling therapist, Mihael has figured out how to guide clients before and after ketamine experiences even when she's abroad long-term. She shares tips for therapist-travelers like vetting accommodations for strong WiFi, researching destinations thoroughly, and staying flexible when plans change. Mihael aims to model a sense of adventure in navigating the inevitability of travel mishaps. She provides an inspiring example of how therapists can blend travel and online work successfully. Michal grew up in a family that loved to travel! These early travel experiences shaped her to decide to pursue college in CA, even though she grew up in NJ. During college, she traveled to Aix-en-Provence for a semester abroad. Her experience as a student in France was so rewarding, she moved to Italy after graduating and lived there for a year teaching English. She then joined the Peace Corps and went on to serve as a Peace Corps Volunteer in both Madagascar and St. Lucia. It was her experience as a Peace Corps Volunteer that led her to pursue a Master's Degree in Social Work at Columbia University. 12 years ago, Michal decided to make her home in Honolulu, Hawaii, where she offers online therapy and in-person psychedelic cannabis journeys. Michal loves working as an online therapist because it has allowed her to resume travel as a way of life. This past year, she spent 5 weeks in Mexico and she is returning there for another month in October. Her favorite travel quote is from the movie The Sheltering Sky: "We're not tourists. We're travelers... Oh. What's the difference?... A tourist is someone who thinks about going home the moment they arrive, Whereas a traveler might not come back at all. https://michalcohen.squarespace.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the_take_a_trip_therapist/ Episode Key Points: Michal models flexibility when travel plans change, approaching mishaps with a sense of adventure rather than frustration. Michal entered psychedelic therapy through trainings in alternative modalities seeing immense value from her own mental health journey. As a traveling therapist, Michal meets ketamine clients remotely before and after clinic experiences or guides at-home oral ketamine journeys. Alma is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care by giving providers the tools they need to build thriving in-network private parties. When providers join Alma, they gain access to insurance support, teletherapy software, client referrals, automated billing and scheduling tools, and a vibrant community of clinicians that come together for education, training, and events. Learn more about Alma.
Let's dive into the intriguing world of legal cases involving former President Donald Trump. With a multitude of indictments, federal trials, and state investigations, it can be challenging to keep track of all the allegations and their implications. Our host is joined by special guest Rebecca Beitsch as they unpack the latest developments in these cases, including the controversy surrounding RICO conspiracy charges and the federal case relating to the 2020 election. They discuss the unique aspects of these cases, such as the involvement of a candidate for federal office and the legality of hush money payments. Jessica and Rebecca also examine the strategic decisions being made by defense attorneys, the upcoming trial dates, and potential implications for the former president. So, put on your legal thinking caps, because we're about to pass judgment on these complex and consequential legal battles. Don't miss the premiere of season 5! Meet Our GuestRebecca Beitsch is The Hill's national security and legal affairs reporter where her beat spans immigration, the intelligence community, and high-stakes legal battles, including investigations concerning former President Trump. She previously covered criminal justice and civil rights issues at Stateline and worked as a statehouse reporter in North Dakota and Missouri. She is a graduate of the University of Missouri and also served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Panama. Rebecca can be reached at rbeitsch@thehill.com.Follow Rebecca on X formerly known as Twitter @rebeccabeitsch Read more of Rebecca's articles here. Follow Jessica A. Levison on X formerly known as Twitter @LevinsonJessica
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