Podcasts about unseen heroes

What does shame stop you from doing?Have you ever felt ashamed of a condition you didn't choose?Comment below with your experience — your story may help someone else.Share this episode with someone who needs to hear they're not alone.Shame is powerful, insidious, and often invisible — especially for people living with PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and other mental‑health conditions. In this episode, Mark Brosnan asks a confronting question: Is shame a choice?Drawing from lived experience, Mark breaks down how shame operates, why it feels overwhelming, and how choosing not to carry it can become one of the most difficult but most transformative decisions of your life.If your condition is not your fault — illness, injury, trauma, aneurysm, neurological disorder — why carry shame for it? This episode challenges you to recognise your reality, acknowledge your condition, and begin reclaiming your identity from shame.#mentalhealth #shame #selfstigma #PTSD #OCD #bipolardisorder #schizophrenia #schizoaffectivedisorder #mentalillnessrecovery #emotionalhealing #identityandmentalhealth #overcomingshame #mentalhealthempowerment #MarkBrosnanPodcast

What does shame stop you from doing?Have you ever felt ashamed of a condition you didn't choose?Comment below with your experience — your story may help someone else.Share this episode with someone who needs to hear they're not alone.Shame is powerful, insidious, and often invisible — especially for people living with PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, and other mental‑health conditions. In this episode, Mark Brosnan asks a confronting question: Is shame a choice?Drawing from lived experience, Mark breaks down how shame operates, why it feels overwhelming, and how choosing not to carry it can become one of the most difficult but most transformative decisions of your life.If your condition is not your fault — illness, injury, trauma, aneurysm, neurological disorder — why carry shame for it? This episode challenges you to recognise your reality, acknowledge your condition, and begin reclaiming your identity from shame.#mentalhealth #shame #selfstigma #PTSD #OCD #bipolardisorder #schizophrenia #schizoaffectivedisorder #mentalillnessrecovery #emotionalhealing #identityandmentalhealth #overcomingshame #mentalhealthempowerment #MarkBrosnanPodcast

I tried something different: Lisa and Scott Brearley from Soulmates and Suitcases reached out, so I decided to switch roles and be the one answering the questions.I really enjoyed speaking with Lisa and Scott. The conversation was deeply meaningful to me.If you want to hear me answer the questions for a change, this is the place to go https://youtu.be/KDwJA3IAYswMore ways to connect with Lisa and Scotthttps://www.facebook.com/LisaDawnBrearleyhttps://www.facebook.com/scott.brearley.1YouTube – @TheBrearleyshttps://www.youtube.com/@TheBrearleys/podcastsSpotify – Soulmates & Suitcaseshttps://open.spotify.com/show/18ylZP0crUfncbAgkC82C0Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/soulmates-suitcases/id1815826960TRUEFANS.FMhttps://truefans.fm/soulmates-and-suitcases

This is one of the hardest conversations I've ever put behind a microphone. My daughter came to me with questions — real ones, heavy ones — and there was nowhere to hide from them.So we sat down, we opened the door to all of it, and we went exactly where the truth took us.Let's dive in, and you'll hear what unfolded.

There are conversations that scrape at old wounds, and then there are the ones that open them. Talking about suicide — your own, your child's, your family's — is one of the hardest things a parent can ever sit through.In this episode, my daughter Mikayla returns to Mark My Words to walk with me through some of the darkest chapters of our lives. We speak openly about my suicide attempt, her attempt, and her sister's attempt — not as headlines, not as cautionary tales, but as the lived reality of a family that has fought its way back from the edge more than once.I won't pretend I was composed. I wasn't. There were moments I could barely hold myself together. But this conversation matters. It's raw, it's painful, and it's full of the kind of truth families carry quietly for years.

There are conversations that scrape at old wounds, and then there are the ones that open them. Talking about suicide — your own, your child's, your family's — is one of the hardest things a parent can ever sit through.In this episode, my daughter Mikayla returns to Mark My Words to walk with me through some of the darkest chapters of our lives. We speak openly about my suicide attempt, her attempt, and her sister's attempt — not as headlines, not as cautionary tales, but as the lived reality of a family that has fought its way back from the edge more than once.I won't pretend I was composed. I wasn't. There were moments I could barely hold myself together. But this conversation matters. It's raw, it's painful, and it's full of the kind of truth families carry quietly for years.

You could be thinking that as an interviewer who has done over 500 interviews on live radio, spoken in front of thousands of people and also done 350 podcast episodes - that I wouldn't really get nervous before I do an interview. Normally you'd be correct - but not today.Today my guest is my own daughter. I can't hide from her. I can't pretend with her. She has seen me at my absolute worst. I'm nervous but excited to hear what she has to say.Today we discuss mental illness and addiction.

father and daughter talk mental illness and addiction | Mark MI WordsYou could be thinking that as an interviewer who has done over 500 interviews on live radio, spoken in front of thousands of people and also done 350 podcast episodes - that I wouldn't really get nervous before I do an interview. Normally you'd be correct - but not today.Today my guest is my own daughter. I can't hide from her. I can't pretend with her. She has seen me at my absolute worst. I'm nervous but excited to hear what she has to say.Today we discuss mental illness and addiction.

All books take a lot of time and effort to write. But how can it possibly 20 years from start to finish?When you put trauma on the table — real trauma — and add a CPTSD diagnosis, the delay makes sense. I had to get steady enough to face what the writing was dredging up. The truth is, when I started this book, I didn't even know I was carrying half the pain that eventually surfaced.BUMWIPER is a raw, unfiltered account of my time working in the disability care industry. It is brutal, confronting and honest.It is the hardest thing I ever wrote.BUMWIPER 18 Years working with people with disabilities is available now on AMAZON Amazon.com.au: Mark Brosnan: books, biography, latest update

All books take a lot of time and effort to write. But how can it possibly 20 years from start to finish?When you put trauma on the table — real trauma — and add a CPTSD diagnosis, the delay makes sense. I had to get steady enough to face what the writing was dredging up. The truth is, when I started this book, I didn't even know I was carrying half the pain that eventually surfaced.BUMWIPER is a raw, unfiltered account of my time working in the disability care industry. It is brutal, confronting and honest.It is the hardest thing I ever wrote.BUMWIPER 18 Years working with people with disabilities is available now on AMAZON ⁠Amazon.com.au⁠⁠: Mark Brosnan: books, biography, latest update⁠

As men, we have often been trained to try to ignore the pain of grief, the scars of a battle with cancer, the trauma of our own mental illness, and to never ask the big questions.David B Gourgues is a man who is determined to undermine and challenge these thought processes. He is facing his grief and trauma head on and challenging us all to seek more. To not be afraid and face life head on... questioning all the way.Sometimes the answer is the question.Connect with David at...✉ david@davidgourgues.com 

As men, we have often been trained to try to ignore the pain of grief, the scars of a battle with cancer, the trauma of our own mental illness, and to never ask the big questions.David B Gourgues is a man who is determined to undermine and challenge these thought processes. He is facing his grief and trauma head on and challenging us all to seek more. To not be afraid and face life head on... questioning all the way.Sometimes the answer is the question.Connect with David at...✉ david@davidgourgues.com 

What does stand-up comedy and suicide have in common you might ask? You may answer that only a lunatic would do it!Today I ask my guest, comedian and suicide‑prevention advocate Frank King, to explain how his two seemingly unrelated careers—professional stand‑up comedy and suicide‑prevention speaking—intersect and inform one another.So, is it too soon to laugh about suicide?When can we laugh about aspects of suicide?And above all, why should we talk about suicide?To connect with Frank go to thementalhealthcomedian.com✅ In the Line of Duty: Cops v's Mental illness | Mark MI Words

What does stand-up comedy and suicide have in common you might ask? You may answer that only a lunatic would do it!Today I ask my guest, comedian and suicide‑prevention advocate Frank King, to explain how his two seemingly unrelated careers—professional stand‑up comedy and suicide‑prevention speaking—intersect and inform one another.So, is it too soon to laugh about suicide?When can we laugh about aspects of suicide?And above all, why should we talk about suicide?To connect with Frank go to ⁠thementalhealthcomedian.com⁠✅ In the Line of Duty: Cops v's Mental illness | Mark MI Words

Before Bipolar Disorder struck at 25, Ioannis was thriving — a two‑time college graduate, fit, focused, and full of momentum. Then everything collapsed.At 25 he lost his first professional job and plunged into a severe depression, tormented by voices. With no health insurance, he spent two years in a State Mental Institution, trapped in a cavernous abyss that felt endless. Wrong medications battered him with brutal side effects; one even triggered Afib, turning survival into a daily fight.But after his release, the long climb back began. A chance encounter with Cuckoo's Nest star Jack Nicholson lit a spark. From the wreckage, Ioannis forged his Six Point Method — a way to live with an incurable condition without surrendering to it.Today Ioannis shares his story with us.You can find his contact information, his book and an outline of his 6 points here... ioannisskiotes.com▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS…✅ In the Line of Duty: Cops v's Mental illness | Mark MI Words

From cookoo's nest to living life - Ioannis Skiotes | VIDEO | Mark MI Words

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Liz Ortenburger CEO of Safe Nest is our guest today and she will share with us her wisdom gleaned from 10 years in the domestic violence space. You will be challenged and confronted by this conversation.This week's episode tackles one of the most urgent crises facing Australia — and the world: domestic violence. Women are being harmed and killed by the people meant to love and protect them, and the numbers are rising. I grew up believing a man's role is to safeguard his family, never hurt them, and that belief drives this conversation. This episode asks a simple, confronting question: What must good men do? And why staying silent is no longer an option.Domestic violence is tearing through Australia — and across the world — at a rate that should shock every one of us. Women are being assaulted and murdered by the very people who claim to love them, and the numbers are rising. This week, I sat down for what I believe is one of the most important conversations I'll have all year.I grew up with a simple belief: a man's job is to protect the people he loves, never harm them. The idea of hurting my partner or my children was unthinkable — something my own father would have confronted head‑on. That value shaped me, and it shapes the way I approach this issue.Years ago, during the height of the Me Too movement, I asked a panel of women a question: What can good men actually do? Not the performative stuff — the real actions that make a difference. Their answer was clear: call out harmful behaviour, refuse to tolerate abusive talk, and stand firm in spaces where disrespect is normalised. But the truth is, I've never surrounded myself with men who speak that way — but that doesn't mean the problem isn't everywhere.This episode is about responsibility, culture, and the role men must play in ending violence. It's about listening, learning, and refusing to stay silent.✅ In the Line of Duty: Cops v's Mental illness | Mark MI Words

This week's episode tackles one of the most urgent crises facing Australia — and the world: domestic violence. Women are being harmed and killed by the people meant to love and protect them, and the numbers are rising. I grew up believing a man's role is to safeguard his family, never hurt them, and that belief drives this conversation. This episode asks a simple, confronting question: What must good men do? And why staying silent is no longer an option.Liz Ortenburger CEO of Safe Nest is our guest today and she will share with us her wisdom gleaned from 10 years in the domestic violence space.You will be challenged and confronted by this conversation.Domestic violence is tearing through Australia — and across the world — at a rate that should shock every one of us. Women are being assaulted and murdered by the very people who claim to love them, and the numbers are rising. This week, I sat down for what I believe is one of the most important conversations I'll have all year.I grew up with a simple belief: a man's job is to protect the people he loves, never harm them. The idea of hurting my partner or my children was unthinkable — something my own father would have confronted head‑on. That value shaped me, and it shapes the way I approach this issue.Years ago, during the height of the Me Too movement, I asked a panel of women a question: What can good men actually do? Not the performative stuff — the real actions that make a difference. Their answer was clear: call out harmful behaviour, refuse to tolerate abusive talk, and stand firm in spaces where disrespect is normalised. The truth is, I've never surrounded myself with men who speak that way — but that doesn't mean the problem isn't everywhere.This episode is about responsibility, culture, and the role men must play in ending violence. It's about listening, learning, and refusing to stay silent.✅ In the Line of Duty: Cops v's Mental illness | Mark MI Words

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There are many of us out there living with mental illness that feal stuck. Caught up in an endless cycle of medication and constant failure.Dr Berg, an expert on how the brain functions, can help you, literally, change your mind - by finding new ways to alter behavior and challenge the notion that anyone is 'too broken to help'.We get the chance to chat to DR Brad today on Mark MI Words.Find out more about Dr Berg's work or request a FREE copy of his book 'Transform You' at encompassedpurpose.com▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS…✅ In the Line of Duty: Cops v's Mental illness | Mark MI Words

There are many of us out there living with mental illness that feal stuck. Caught up in an endless cycle of medication and constant failure.Dr Berg, an expert on how the brain functions, can help you, literally, change your mind - by finding new ways to alter behavior and challenge the notion that anyone is 'too broken to help'.We get the chance to chat to DR Brad today on Mark MI Words.Find out more about Dr Berg's work or request a FREE copy of his book 'Transform You' at ⁠encompassedpurpose.com⁠▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS…✅ In the Line of Duty: Cops v's Mental illness | Mark MI Words

Jesus heals a leper by touching him--even though leprosy is contagious! (Matthew 8:1-4; Mark 1:40-45) SH2 #kids, #storiesforkids, #bedtimestoriesforkids, #biblelessonsforkids, #biblestoriesforkids, #christianpodcastsforkids, #roncarriewebb, #fishbytes4kids, #jesusisgreater, #jesusourhealer, #jesushealedthemall, #healing

Can a smile save a life?That's the question our guest leaves us with today.The long walk to suicide a lonely one.Maybe your intervention, your love, can halt that walk in its tracks.Robb Kelly, PhD – The Recovery Expert – was born in Manchester England. He grew up in a family of musicians and developed a strong love for music at an early age. he managed to stay on a path of success with a PhD in psychology in prestigious University of Oxford. No one would have predicted, that he would be living on the streets of Manchester, an addict homeless and alone. He recalls the night where he had a staggering revelation when it came to his own alcoholism. Dr. Kelly has witnessed the miracle of recovery – he has worked with thousands of people living with mental illness and addiction, who appeared just as desperate and hopeless as he did, and he has helped lead them to the solution of permanent recovery.His personal slogan, “Step out of the disease, and into the Solution” was created from his own philosophy of recovery.You can connect with Rob @ robbkelly.com or try beathebox @ robbkelly.com/breathbox/▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS…✅ In the Line of Duty: Cops v's Mental illness | Mark MI Words

Can a smile save a life?That's the question our guest leaves us with today.The long walk to suicide a lonely one.Maybe your intervention, your love, can halt that walk in its tracks.Robb Kelly, PhD – The Recovery Expert – was born in Manchester England. He grew up in a family of musicians and developed a strong love for music at an early age. he managed to stay on a path of success with a PhD in psychology in prestigious University of Oxford.No one would have predicted, that he would be living on the streets of Manchester, an addict homeless and alone. He recalls the night where he had a staggering revelation when it came to his own alcoholism.Dr. Kelly has witnessed the miracle of recovery – he has worked with thousands of people living with mental illness and addiction, who appeared just as desperate and hopeless as he did, and he has helped lead them to the solution of permanent recovery.His personal slogan, “Step out of the disease, and into the Solution” was created from his own philosophy of recovery.You can connect with Rob @ robbkelly.com or try beathebox @ robbkelly.com/breathbox/▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS… ✅ In the Line of Duty: Cops v's Mental illness | Mark MI Words

Jesus defeats temptation by speaking God's Word. (Matthew 4:1-11) SH/Prince of Peace 1 #kids, #storiesforkids, #bedtimestoriesforkids, #biblestoriesforkids, #biblelessonsforkids, #christianpodcastsforkids, #christiankids, #storiesforchristiankids, #roncarriewebb, #fishbytes4kids, #jesus, #jesusisgreater, #overcomethroughgodsword, #godsword Music by YouTube Audio Library "Sneaky Snooper" by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Today on Mark MI Words we welcome Sgt Tom Lee.Tom has been shot at, lied about, fired, praised, rebuilt, broken, and redeemed — and somehow, he's still on the job.For more than twenty‑three years he's been on the front line of Texas law enforcement. University patrols, city policing, a Sheriff's Office Mental Health Sergeant — he's walked into the places most people cross the street to avoid. His work has taken him into the darkest corners of crisis and forced him to wrestle with the biggest questions of faith, purpose, and survival.Today, Tom is a mental‑health leader in law enforcement, president of a regional Critical Incident Stress Management team, and a speaker who talks about resilience, trauma, and redemption with the authority of someone who's lived every word.His memoir, Scars of the Badge, takes readers behind the uniform — into the wounds you carry, the politics that try to break you, and the faith that stitches you back together.You can find the book and connect with Tom @ ⁠www.scarsofthebadge.com⁠or @ www.facebook.com/tom.aubrey.lee▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS…✅ Unseen Heroes 2 - SGT Tommy Anderson | Mark MI Words

I have the privilege of speaking to police recruits about my mental illness — and about the moments when police have met me at my worst, in the middle of a mental health crisis.I don't give them theory. I give them a story.A real one. A raw one. One that shows what it feels like when the uniform arrives, when the world is spinning, and when the difference between escalation and safety comes down to a single human choice.This is that story…▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS… ✅ SO DO I - Bipolar Without Shame - Professor Pakesta Washington | Mark MI Words

Today on Mark MI Words we welcome Sgt Tom Lee.Tom has been shot at, lied about, fired, praised, rebuilt, broken, and redeemed — and somehow, he's still on the job.For more than twenty‑three years he's been on the front line of Texas law enforcement. University patrols, city policing, a Sheriff's Office Mental Health Sergeant — he's walked into the places most people cross the street to avoid. His work has taken him into the darkest corners of crisis and forced him to wrestle with the biggest questions of faith, purpose, and survival.Today, Tom is a mental‑health leader in law enforcement, president of a regional Critical Incident Stress Management team, and a speaker who talks about resilience, trauma, and redemption with the authority of someone who's lived every word.His memoir, Scars of the Badge, takes readers behind the uniform — into the wounds you carry, the politics that try to break you, and the faith that stitches you back together.You can find the book and connect with Tom @ www.scarsofthebadge.comor @ www.facebook.com/tom.aubrey.lee▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS…✅ Unseen Heroes 2 - SGT Tommy Anderson | Mark MI Words

Daniel continues to pray, even though it's against the law and then finds himself in a den of hungry lions as punishment. "My God sent His angel to shut the lions' mouths so that they would not hurt me..." Daniel 6:22 #kids, #storiesforkids, #biblestoriesforkids, #bedtimestoriesforkids, #biblelessonsforkids, #storiesforchristiankids, #roncarriewebb, #fishbytes4kids, #godsendshisangels, #courage, #overcomefear, #standupforgod, #prayer, #godsfavor, #godsprotection Music by YouTube Audio Library "Sneaky Snooper" by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/

In the Line of Duty Cops V's Mental illness | Mark MI WordsI have the privilege of speaking to police recruits about my mental illness — and about the moments when police have met me at my worst, in the middle of a mental health crisis.I don't give them theory. I give them a story.A real one. A raw one. One that shows what it feels like when the uniform arrives, when the world is spinning, and when the difference between escalation and safety comes down to a single human choice.This is that story…▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS…✅ SO DO I - Bipolar Without Shame - Professor Pakesta Washington | Mark MI Words

The prophet, Elijah, challenges wicked King Ahab and evil Queen Jezebel to a contest to prove that the One True God, Jehovah, is more powerful than the idol, Baal. #kids, #storiesforkids, #biblestoriesforkids, #bedtimestoriesforkids, #biblelessonsforkids, #storiesforchristiankids, #roncarriewebb, #fishbytes4kids, #standupforgod, #godsprotection, #godsfavor, #prayer, #godsendshisangels

It's not just the door kickers who served in the front lines that came home with invisible wounds. It was also the men and women who repaired their equipment and who ensured their weapons would work every time.They worked in the same dust and smoke as the door-kickers. They shared the same dangers, slept in the same hoochs and shred the loneliness away from their friends and families.They are the soldiers who have the hardest time accepting that they may have suffered the invisible wounds.SGT Tommy Anderson is one of these men. Today's he shares some of his experiences. His honesty and vulnerability shine through. If you are a soldier who wonders if you're alone in your pain - you need to listen today.▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS…✅ SO DO I - Bipolar Without Shame - Professor Pakesta Washington | Mark MI Words

It's not just the door kickers who served in the front lines that came home with invisible wounds. It was also the men and women who repaired their equipment and who ensured their weapons would work every time.They worked in the same dust and smoke as the door-kickers. They shared the same dangers, slept in the same hoochs and shred the loneliness away from their friends and families.They are the soldiers who have the hardest time accepting that they may have suffered the invisible wounds.SGT Tommy Anderson is one of these men. Today's he shares some of his experiences. His honesty and vulnerability shine through. If you are a soldier who wonders if you're alone in your pain - you need to listen today.▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS… ✅ SO DO I - Bipolar Without Shame - Professor Pakesta Washington | Mark MI Words

A behind the scenes look at Joseph's journey from favored son, to slave and eventually Vizier of Egypt as God sends His angels to protect Joseph and his family. UH2 #kids, #storiesforkids, #biblestoriesforkids, #bedtimestoriesforkids, #biblelessonsforkids, #storiesforchristiankids, #roncarriewebb, #fishbytes4kids, #joseph, #faithfulness, #godisfaithful, #godsprotection, #godsendshisangels, #prayer

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God sends His angels to the earth to protect His people when they pray and speak His Word in faith. UH1 #kids, #storiesforkids, #biblestoriesforkids, #bedtimestoriesforkids, #biblelessonsforkids, #storiesforchristiankids, #roncarriewebb, #fishbytes4kids, #godsendshisangels, #inthebeginning, #prayer, #believegodsword, #speakgodsword

This week, I want to talk a couple of conversations that have stayed with me in a way I can't shake. In the past couple of weeks, I've spoken with people living with mental illness who have survived significant abuse. And in both conversations, the most disturbing moment wasn't the trauma they described — it was when they told me they believed it was their fault.Hearing that hit me hard. Even though I've never experienced abuse myself, I know how powerful and destructive self‑blame can be. It's something we don't talk about enough, and it's something too many people carry alone.In this episode, I unpack why survivors so often internalise blame, how shame rewrites the story in their heads, and why these conversations matter for all of us — whether we've lived through abuse or not.It's an honest, necessary reflection on the weight people carry and the truth they deserve to hear.▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS…✅ SO DO I - Bipolar Without Shame - Professor Pakesta Washington | Mark MI Words

In this episode, I dive deep into the brutal power of negative self‑talk — the constant voice that tells people with mental illness they're worthless, hopeless, or broken. I share my own battles with self‑criticism, suicidal ideation, and the lies my mind tells me daily, and how mindfulness, awareness, and connection have helped me fight back.This isn't about “thinking positive.” It's about survival — learning to challenge the thoughts that can kill you. I talk about the woman who believed her trauma was her fault, the ways our minds sabotage success, and how I've learned to counter those dark voices with truth, love, and trust.Because self‑criticism doesn't define us — and I'll be here next week. I hope you will be too.▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS… ✅ 'Unseen Heroes' The Quiet Wounds - Lan Baker | ANZAC Day | Mark MI Words

In this episode, I dive deep into the brutal power of negative self‑talk — the constant voice that tells people with mental illness they're worthless, hopeless, or broken. I share my own battles with self‑criticism, suicidal ideation, and the lies my mind tells me daily, and how mindfulness, awareness, and connection have helped me fight back.This isn't about “thinking positive.” It's about survival — learning to challenge the thoughts that can kill you. I talk about the woman who believed her trauma was her fault, the ways our minds sabotage success, and how I've learned to counter those dark voices with truth, love, and trust.Because self‑criticism doesn't define us — and I'll be here next week. I hope you will be too.▶ WATCH MORE VIDEOS…✅ 'Unseen Heroes' The Quiet Wounds - Lan Baker | ANZAC Day | Mark MI Words

Discover the unseen world of long-term care in this revealing episode. We explore the powerful documentary, People Worth Caring About. Consequently, we dismantle common stereotypes about nursing homes and assisted living. For many, family caregiving feels isolating. Therefore, we shine a light on the incredible impact of professional caregivers. First, we discuss the severe staffing crisis facing the industry. Then, we look at the positive shifts happening nationwide. Moreover, you will hear firsthand accounts of the profound joy and dignity these careers offer. Our guest shares inspiring stories of young people drawn to this mission. Furthermore, we examine how advocacy and creative projects are driving change. We also delve into the critical need to elevate pay for professional caregivers. Ultimately, we offer ways former family caregivers, like me, can become advocates. This can help support the future of professional caregivers and the seniors they serve. Tune in to understand why this work is more vital than ever. Our Guests: Peter Murphy & Erin Hart Peter Murphy Lewis is the creator and host of People Worth Caring About, a docuseries that spotlights caregivers and reframes how we see long-term care. Erin Hart is Strategy Director at the Ohio Health Care Association (OHCA). She played a key role in bringing People Worth Caring About to life in Ohio, helping connect the stories of caregivers to the wider community. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Related Episodes: Navigating MCI - Not The End of The Road, Just A Bend in The Road Practical Strategies for Coping with Cognitive Changes ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Sign Up for more Advice & Wisdom - email newsletter. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Please help us keep our show going by supporting our sponsors. Thank you. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Make Your Brain Span Match Your LifeSpan Relevate from NeuroReserve With Relevate nutritional supplement, you get science-backed nutrition to help protect your brain power today and for years to come. You deserve a brain span that lasts as long as your lifespan. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Feeling overwhelmed? HelpTexts can be your pocket therapist. Going through a tough time? HelpTexts offers confidential support delivered straight to your phone via text message. Whether you're dealing with grief, caregiving stress, or just need a mental health boost, their expert-guided texts provide personalized tips and advice. Sign up for a year of support and get: Daily or twice-weekly texts tailored to your situation Actionable strategies to cope and move forward Support for those who care about you (optional) HelpTexts makes getting help easy and convenient. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ List of the Top 20 Alzheimer's Podcasts via FeedSpot! See where we rank. Join Fading Memories On Social Media! If you've enjoyed this episode, please share this podcast with other caregivers! You'll find us on social media at the following links. Instagram LinkedIn  Facebook Contact Jen at hello@fadingmemoriespodcast.com Or learn more atOur Website

Forget everything you think you know about fundraising events. There's a simple and creative way to get your donors excited to give, and it has nothing to do with a traditional gala. On this episode of Hey Nonprofits, host Trevor Nelson sits down with expert event planner Mary Davidson to discuss the most brilliant fundraising idea we've ever heard. Mary explains why simplifying your event with shorter, mission-centric programs and creative gamification leads to more engagement and bigger donations. She shares powerful insights on the importance of in-person connection, tips for collaborating with other leaders, and her own journey from a nonprofit employee to a successful business owner. If you want fresh, actionable strategies to make your next fundraiser a huge success, this is the conversation for you.

Former DEA Agent Steve Murphy reveals the untold story behind the manhunt for Pablo Escobar. From his early days as a police officer to going undercover in Miami and eventually being deployed to Colombia, Murphy walks us through the real events that inspired Netflix's Narcos. He shares what it was like tracking the world's most dangerous drug lord, how the day of Escobar's death really went down, and the truth vs. fiction in Hollywood's version of the story. If you think you know the story of Pablo Escobar, think again. #Narcos #PabloEscobar #DEAAgent #TrueCrime #SteveMurphy #LockedInPodcast #DrugWars #Colombia #Cartel #NetflixNarcos #EscobarTruth Connect with Steve Murphy: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEUxmx5tbdX1fI5Zx7NdldQ Website 1: https://gameofcrimespodcast.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GameOfCrimesPodcast Instagram: https://Instagram.com/gameofcrimespodcast TikTok: tiktok.com/@gameofcrimes Patreon: patreon.com/gameofcrimes LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stephenmurphydea Website 2: www.DEAnarcos.com Book: "Manhunters - How We Took Down Pablo Escobar" - available on Amazon, or can purchase autographed and personalized copies at www.DEAnarcos.com/shop - I ship those out myself. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Get 50% off the Magic Mind offer here: https://www.magicmind.com/IANB50. #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00:00 The Story of Steve Murphy: From Local Cop to DEA Agent 00:07:17 Early Influences on a Law Enforcement Career 00:14:45 Early Career in Law Enforcement 00:21:54 Transition to Norfolk: Career and Personal Life Changes 00:29:02 Tense Standoff and Police Response 00:36:11 Journey to Becoming a DEA Agent 00:43:41 Undercover Operation in Miami 00:51:00 Violence and Hierarchies in the Narco World 00:58:48 Pablo Escobar's Luxurious Prison Deal 01:06:56 Working with Colombian National Police 01:14:40 Daily Operations Against Pablo Escobar 01:22:21 Colombian High School Memories 01:29:47 The Final Pursuit of Pablo Escobar 01:36:52 Pablo Escobar's Family Confrontation 01:45:43 The Unseen Heroes of the Escobar Investigation 01:51:27 The Decision Against Glorifying Pablo Escobar 01:58:17 Embracing Change and Support Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former DEA Agent Steve Murphy reveals the untold story behind the manhunt for Pablo Escobar. From his early days as a police officer to going undercover in Miami and eventually being deployed to Colombia, Murphy walks us through the real events that inspired Netflix's Narcos. He shares what it was like tracking the world's most dangerous drug lord, how the day of Escobar's death really went down, and the truth vs. fiction in Hollywood's version of the story. If you think you know the story of Pablo Escobar, think again. #Narcos #PabloEscobar #DEAAgent #TrueCrime #SteveMurphy #LockedInPodcast #DrugWars #Colombia #Cartel #NetflixNarcos #EscobarTruth Connect with Steve Murphy: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEUxmx5tbdX1fI5Zx7NdldQ Website 1: https://gameofcrimespodcast.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GameOfCrimesPodcast Instagram: https://Instagram.com/gameofcrimespodcast TikTok: tiktok.com/@gameofcrimes Patreon: patreon.com/gameofcrimes LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stephenmurphydea Website 2: www.DEAnarcos.com Book: "Manhunters - How We Took Down Pablo Escobar" - available on Amazon, or can purchase autographed and personalized copies at www.DEAnarcos.com/shop - I ship those out myself. Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ Get 50% off the Magic Mind offer here: https://www.magicmind.com/IANB50. #magicmind #mentalwealth #mentalperformance Presented by Tyson 2.0 & Wooooo Energy: https://tyson20.com/ https://woooooenergy.com/ Use code LOCKEDIN for 20% OFF Wooooo Energy Buy Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop Timestamps: 00:00:00 The Story of Steve Murphy: From Local Cop to DEA Agent 00:07:17 Early Influences on a Law Enforcement Career 00:14:45 Early Career in Law Enforcement 00:21:54 Transition to Norfolk: Career and Personal Life Changes 00:29:02 Tense Standoff and Police Response 00:36:11 Journey to Becoming a DEA Agent 00:43:41 Undercover Operation in Miami 00:51:00 Violence and Hierarchies in the Narco World 00:58:48 Pablo Escobar's Luxurious Prison Deal 01:06:56 Working with Colombian National Police 01:14:40 Daily Operations Against Pablo Escobar 01:22:21 Colombian High School Memories 01:29:47 The Final Pursuit of Pablo Escobar 01:36:52 Pablo Escobar's Family Confrontation 01:45:43 The Unseen Heroes of the Escobar Investigation 01:51:27 The Decision Against Glorifying Pablo Escobar 01:58:17 Embracing Change and Support Powered by: Just Media House : https://www.justmediahouse.com/ Creative direction, design, assets, support by FWRD: https://www.fwrd.co Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join Brad Lowe in this heartfelt episode of "Your Weekly Calling" as he delves into the profound impact of consistency and faithfulness in our daily lives. Through the inspiring story of Henry, a humble janitor, Brad explores the unseen acts of service that truly matter. Discover how small, unnoticed actions can lead to a life of significance and honor in the eyes of heaven.Key Takeaways:The importance of what we do when no one is watching. Galatians 6:9 and the encouragement to not grow weary in doing good. The story of Henry, a janitor whose quiet faithfulness touched many lives. A call to identify areas where we can show up without seeking applause.Hashtags: #Faithfulness #Consistency #InspirationCall to Action: Reflect on where you can show up more consistently in your life and share your thoughts with us. Let's keep the conversation going!Follow the show here: https://www.instagram.com/thetgitpod/Checkout the new Hopecast website:https://thehopecastnetwork.com/Buy Merch here:https://www.bonfire.com/store/the-hopecast-network-swag/This show is brought to you by The Hopecast Networkhttps://www.instagram.com/hopecastnetwork/

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“So if you have not tapped into community members that you are serving, that you are working with, then you are missing a large, piece of the solution to your problems”. - Heather HeslepGentrification, displacement, the struggle for ownership... these are the challenges faced by many communities today. But what if art could be the key to preserving cultural heritage and building economic resilience? The panel discussion features Tamaira “Miss Tee” Sandifer, CEO & Founder of Studio T Arts & Entertainment, Arianna Chavez, Executive Director at Arte Americas, Roshaun Davis, Executive Director of CLTRE and Co-Founder of Unseen Heroes, and Heather Heslup, Director of Public Art Programs at Destination Crenshaw along with Nikko Kimzin, CEO + Lead Consultant at Kimzin Creative. Join us as we explore the challenges faced by marginalized communities in the arts and the importance of place keeping, ownership, and wealth redistribution. - Make a Donation: Support Voices of the Community, fiscally sponsored by Intersection for the Arts, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and enjoy tax deductions for your contributions. Stay Connected:- Participate: Join our next virtual and live in-person community dialogue event.- YouTube: Watch this episode on our YouTube channel- Newsletter: Sign up to stay updated on future episodes and events - Feedback: Share your thoughts and show ideas at george@georgekoster.com. Delve deeper into our Voices of the Community Series: explore episodes, speakers, organizations, and resources on our dedicated page. Watch and learn from all five series now!

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