Podcasts about volunteers

Matt Bruening @sportsfanaticMB breaks down 2026 WR Tristen Keys flipping from LSU to Tennessee. Keys will break records for the Volunteers!

Philip Taylor started FinCon because he was tired of talking to his spouse about business ideas that didn't quite land. He needed someone to really riff off of, someone who understood the mission.His first WordPress conference back in 2004 validated him as an entrepreneur in a way he didn't expect. The relationships he formed there? He still relies on some of them today. Philip gets real about walking into rooms where you don't know anyone and why that awkwardness might actually be the point.Conferences aren't inexpensive when you factor in flights, hotels, and all the extras. But Philip sees them as an investment and shares practical ways to cut costs, but he also talks about something we don't discuss enough: the lifetime value of those connections. He still laughs about memories from conferences years ago. What value can you place on that kind of connection?In this week's episode, Philip makes a case for why being busy actually makes conferences more valuable. It's a forcing function that pulls you out of the grind and puts you in CEO mode for a few days. That reset helps you see your business differently.If you think you're not far enough along yet, Philip has news for you. There are always people at conferences who don't have a blog, podcast, or YouTube channel yet. They're just there to soak it all up. Your job is to find those people.This conversation covers territory that anyone considering their first conference needs to hear, from someone who's created one of the biggest conferences in our space.Links & Resources:Ultimate Growth GuideJoin the Facebook groupFinCon Expo (Use code kelsa50 for $50 off!)Key Takeaways:Find your inner circle by choosing conferences where attendees share your mission because they're just as tired of talking to their spouse about ideas that don't land as you are.Volunteer at the event to bake in networking before the conference even starts. You'll meet speakers, organizers, and other volunteers while having a purpose beyond just attending.The lifetime value of one conference connection can pay for the entire trip. Philip still relies on relationships from his first WordPress conference in 2004.Too busy? That's exactly why you need the forcing function of a conference to pull you out of worker bee mode and into CEO mode for a few days.Google can't break down exactly how someone implemented their strategy, but the person sitting next to you at lunch can (and they might even pull up their laptop to show you).If you think you're not ready, find the other people who aren't ready either and form a mastermind together.Conference speakers update their slides last minute with cutting-edge information, so you're getting current strategies, not outdated online content.

When Hurricane Katrina made landfall 20 years ago, New Orleans East was especially hard hit. This part of the city is home to a large Vietnamese population, many of whom had experienced fleeing their home in the aftermath of the Fall of Saigon. Yet the Vietnamese community bounced back, in larger numbers, and at a faster rate than many other enclaves. Cyndi Nguyen is a New Orleans East resident and former city council woman who currently serves as the community outreach strategist for New Orleans Regional Transit Authority.  She tells us more about how this community recovered.In the immediate aftermath of Katrina, thousands of displaced people were looking for their missing relatives. Queries popped up on various websites, like Craigslist and Yahoo, but the posts were too scattered to be useful. That's when a group of tech-savvy volunteers came in, led by David Geilhufe. They compiled the information to create one centralized database to find the missing, called PeopleFinder. David joins us from California to discuss PeopleFinder and his work in the aftermath of the storm.Many people displaced from Hurricane Katrina came to Baton Rouge en masse. Faith groups of all kinds took the call to help their needs both spiritually and physically. Report for America corps member Alex Cox spoke with retired interfaith federation executive director Reverend Robin McCullough-Bade about how Katrina weighs on people's spirits to this day. ___Today's episode of Louisiana Considered was hosted by Bob Pavlovich. Our managing producer is Alana Schreiber. We get production support from Garrett Pittman and our assistant producer Aubry Procell.You can listen to Louisiana Considered Monday through Friday at noon and 7 p.m. It's available on Spotify, the NPR App and wherever you get your podcasts. Louisiana Considered wants to hear from you!  Please fill out our pitch line to let us know what kinds of story ideas you have for our show. And while you're at it, fill out our listener survey! We want to keep bringing you the kinds of conversations you'd like to listen to.Louisiana Considered is made possible with support from our listeners. Thank you!

In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson dives into the 7 common rookie mistakes non-profits make when managing volunteers and shares practical strategies to help volunteer managers reduce stress and rediscover the joy in their work. Tobi highlights the power of maintaining a positive mindset, setting clear boundaries, and focusing on community-building over paperwork. She also shares actionable tips for creating effective systems for delegation, engaging episodic volunteers for long-term impact, and prioritizing warm, relationship-driven recruitment strategies. Whether you're a seasoned volunteer manager or just starting out, this episode is packed with insights to make volunteer management more effective and more enjoyable. Full show notes: 177. Manage Volunteers Like a Pro: 7 Rookie Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Manage Volunteers - Episode Highlights [03:45] - Rookie Mistake #1: Not Minding Your Mindset [07:53] - Rookie Mistake #2: The Department of One Mentality [13:00] - Rookie Mistake #3: Choosing Paperwork Over People [16:39] - Rookie Mistake #4: Not Building a Community Before Asking for Volunteers [22:41] - Rookie Mistake #5: Not Setting Clear Boundaries [26:39] - Rookie Mistake #6: Focusing on Cold vs. Warm Recruitment [28:27] - Rookie Mistake #7: Not Building and Documenting Clear Systems Helpful Links Volunteer Management Progress Report VolunteerPro Impact Lab Volunteer Management Fundamentals Live! Volunteer Nation Episode #003: Moving From a Scarcity Mindset to Abundance Volunteer Nation Episode #168: Note to Nonprofit Execs – Supporting Volunteers is Everyone's Job  Volunteer Nation Episode #164: Moving from Volunteer Compliance to Building Your Nonprofit Community Volunteer Nation Episode #002: How to Recruit Volunteers by Building a Following First Volunteer Nation Episode #126: 8 Ways to Empower, Not Rescue Nonprofit Employees & Volunteers Volunteer Nation Episode #86: Converting Episodic Volunteers into Long-term Supporters Volunteer Nation Episode #046: Save Time with Better Volunteer Management Systems  ChatGPT (great for developing volunteer policies and procedures) Thanks for listening to this episode of the Volunteer Nation podcast. If you enjoyed it, please be sure to subscribe, rate, and review so we can reach more people like you who want to improve the impact of their good cause. For more tips and notes from the show, check us out at TobiJohnson.com. For any comments or questions, email us at WeCare@VolPro.net.

What happens when rigorous science meets the world of Reiki? In this illuminating conversation, host Andrea Kennedy sits down with Dr. Natalie Dyer—research scientist, Reiki Master, and President of the Center for Reiki Research—to explore the evidence behind energy healing and its place in the future of healthcare. From oncology wards to NICUs, Dr. Dyer reveals groundbreaking studies showing Reiki's impact on pain, anxiety, fatigue, and even inflammation—plus exciting new research on cancer cell models, mental health, and distance healing. She shares her vision for Reiki in every hospital, practical advice for practitioners wanting to volunteer or get paid roles in healthcare, and the global shift toward integrative medicine, including surprising insights from Turkey and Silicon Valley philanthropists. This is a hopeful, data-driven, and deeply human look at why Reiki works, how it's measured, and what's next for making it truly mainstream.✨ Learn more about Dr. Natalie Dyer https://drnataliedyer.com/Time Stamps:00:00 – Clinical improvements with Reiki in cancer care00:21 – Welcome and podcast introduction00:56 – Introducing Dr. Natalie Dyer01:22 – Dr. Dyer's background and Reiki research02:24 – The Center for Reiki Research: origins and mission04:47 – Reiki in hospitals and healthcare facilities09:03 – Volunteer vs. paid Reiki positions in hospitals13:24 – How to get involved with Reiki in hospitals22:51 – Research findings: Reiki's impact on symptoms27:03 – Moving toward disease outcome research32:33 – Challenges in Reiki research and holistic health39:34 – Reiki's role in mental health care44:05 – Distance Reiki: research and findings47:54 – How listeners can get involved in research53:07 – Center for Reiki Research: membership and resources54:50 – Learn more about Dr. Natalie Dyer56:54 – Closing remarks and show informationResources Center for Reiki Research – Membership, webinars, and full library of evaluated studies: https://centerforreikiresearch.com/ Center for Reiki Research Conference – Annual virtual gathering for researchers, practitioners, and healthcare providers (Oct. 4–5, 2025) https://centerforreikiresearch.com/conference-registration/ 

Episode 7 | Recruiting & Retaining Volunteers Leadership Lesson: Recruiting & Retaining Volunteers Allison Hix, Vision Strategist and Women's Lead at The Avenue Church in Delray Beach as well as part of the Women's Soul Care Leadership Team and Operations with Church United, shares her experience with recruiting and retaining volunteers in ministry—gospel teammates. Practical wisdom from years of experience. One Piece of Advice with John Bonner John Bonner, the founder and former director of Calvary Chapel Bible College Peru, shares his one piece of advice about the importance of helping people find their gifts. AJ Pierre Pastor Daniel talks with AJ Pierre, Pastor at Transformation Church in Riviera Beach, FL, about the value of matching people's gifts with ministry and watching them flourish.”Putting people in positions to win.”

AARP Staff, Mike Kulick, Office of Community Engagement, Rosalie Calarco, Associate State Director for AARP NC, Alan Ormsby, AARP Utah, and Scott Wegenast, AARP KY. They shared the many programs that are in place to support the AARP Staff and Volunteers in Rural communities. They also shared how to contact the Office of Community Engagement for more information. The OVE AARP Roost Team interviewer was Curtis Springstead, NJ Volunteer.

AARP Staff, Mike Kulick, Office of Community Engagement, Rosalie Calarco, Associate State Director for AARP NC, Alan Ormsby, AARP Utah, and Scott Wegenast, AARP KY. They shared the many programs that are in place to support the AARP Staff and Volunteers in Rural communities. They also shared how to contact the Office of Community Engagement for more information. The OVE AARP Roost Team interviewer was Curtis Springstead, NJ Volunteer.

Luke 18:18-3018 And a ruler asked him, “Good Teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 19 And Jesus said to him, “Why do you call me good? No one is good except God alone. 20 You know the commandments: ‘Do not commit adultery, Do not murder, Do not steal, Do not bear false witness, Honor your father and mother.'” 21 And he said, “All these I have kept from my youth.” 22 When Jesus heard this, he said to him, “One thing you still lack. Sell all that you have and distribute to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven; and come, follow me.” 23 But when he heard these things, he became very sad, for he was extremely rich. 24 Jesus, seeing that he had become sad, said, “How difficult it is for those who have wealth to enter the kingdom of God! 25 For it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God.” 26 Those who heard it said, “Then who can be saved?” 27 But he said, “What is impossible with man is possible with God.” 28 And Peter said, “See, we have left our homes and followed you.” 29 And he said to them, “Truly, I say to you, there is no one who has left house or wife or brothers or parents or children, for the sake of the kingdom of God, 30 who will not receive many times more in this time, and in the age to come eternal life.”

Wes Rucker of WBIR TV Knoxville sizes up Tennessee heading into their season opener with Syracuse. Chuck and Heath discuss whether Tennessee has a concern long term with star players in Josh Heupel's offense not finding NFL success.Josh Graham of WSJS radio in the Triad looks around North Carolina's four ACC teams.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A day that changes lives forever – that's how veterans describe their experience on the Honor Flight, a mission dedicated to honoring those who served by taking them to Washington D.C. to visit the memorials built in their honor.Flight Operations Director Jody McClain takes us behind the scenes of this remarkable program that has transformed the lives of over 5,000 veterans. With meticulous planning and coordination, Jody orchestrates every detail of these flights, from arranging transportation to ensuring veterans receive the recognition many never got when returning from service.The stories she shares are profoundly moving. A Vietnam veteran who couldn't approach the memorial wall for decades finally found healing through his service dog's support. Another veteran expressed, "I didn't know how broken I was. You helped fix me." These moments of closure are exactly why the Honor Flight exists – to give veterans the opportunity to process their experiences alongside fellow servicemembers who understand.Perhaps most emotional is the welcome home ceremony, where thousands gather at the airport with bands playing, flags waving, and thunderous applause. For many veterans, especially those who served in Vietnam, it's the first time they've ever been properly thanked for their service. The "mail call" tradition on the return flight, where veterans receive letters of gratitude, brings many to tears as they realize the impact of their sacrifice.The Honor Flight is completely free for veterans, with each flight costing approximately $135,000. There are 126 hubs across 44 states continuing this vital mission. Whether through donations, volunteering, letter-writing, or simply attending a welcome home ceremony, everyone can play a part in honoring those who served.Want to witness something truly special? Attend a welcome home ceremony. As Jody says, "You'll be all in by the end of the night." These are the moments that remind us of the importance of expressing gratitude and recognizing sacrifice – not just for veterans, but for everyone who has made a difference in our lives.Volunteer: https://dcwelcome.honorflight.org/Donate: https://www.honorflight.org/sponsorships/Contact Honor Flight: https://www.honorflight.org/#HonorFlight #Veterans #VeteranStories #MilitaryHeroes #WelcomeHome #Gratitude #NeverForget #HonorAndRemember #ServiceAndSacrifice #VeteranSupportI'd love to hear from you! Send a text message.Be the Best Leader You Know Perform with Power, Lead with Impact, Inspire GrowthTo sharpen your skills and increase your confidence, check out the Confident Leader Course: https://www.intentionaleaders.com/confident-leader

Temperatures can vary widely across a city, even in the same neighborhood. As the climate heats up, volunteers in Missoula are mapping hot spots in their community.

Kat Armstrong Kay Daigle Leaders are always on the hunt for good volunteers. The question is what to look for in a potential volunteer. The answer? Recruit gifted volunteers, in fact look for those  more gifted than you are. What does it look like practically? Kat Armstrong discusses with Kay Daigle why and how to find and empower such volunteers. As a leader, this episode will make you think about what gifts you need in the people working under and with you. Keep in mind that you need to recruit gifted volunteers, people who are even more gifted than you are! Recommended resources Recruit the right volunteers  with Kat Armstrong How Should I Structure My Women's Ministry Team? Maximizing volunteers This episode is available on video as well. TranscriptKay >> Hi, I'm Kay Daigle with Beyond Ordinary Women, and I am delighted to welcome you to a series of videos that I'm doing with Kat Armstrong, who is the founder of Polished Ministry, a nonprofit. And Kat is sharing lessons in leadership that she has learned through leading in Polished. And we have some others that we're discussing as well. But this particular session we're going to talk about seeking leaders that are more gifted than you. And so, Kat, there are probably people out there wondering why in the world you would want to seek leaders more gifted than you, because don't you want to sort of be the one who knows all the answers and, you know, you're sort of at the top of the food chain. Why not? Kat >> Well, yes, I used to think that way. I read this book by John Maxwell, probably 15 years ago called Developing the Leaders Around You. And that book changed my mind about this. And he said, “Think about your leadership on a scale with zero being not such a great leader, got to work on some things, and ten being really high capacity person. He said, “Let's say that we're seven maybe six-and-a-half. If you start recruiting eight, nines and tens in your organization, they're going to bring you up. They're only going to encourage you in leadership and make you a better leader. And I think Stephanie and I, when we co-founded this organization, really took that to heart. But I started to see quickly that if we were going to reach our peers with the gospel—young, professional women (I only had experience in sales and marketing), we needed women who were great in accounting and logistics and administration and technology. Things that I'm not going to be able to learn really quickly or efficiently. But they know how to do it. And so we just decided let's recruit the smartest, fastest, most efficient women we can think of. And it is a little intimidating. I walk into a leadership team meeting, and I think everyone in here is better educated and could do a lot of things better than I can. But it just makes our team really strong. Kay >> Absolutely. I totally agree with you about that. Do you have an example to share of someone or a group that really was just an amazing recruit? Kat >> Sure. If we look at our staff right now, I wish I could talk about all of them. We don't have time to do that. But I think if you just go to our website, look at the headquarters staff, they're incredible. Felicia Benton really stands out in my mind is someone I watched behind a microphone and I thought, wow, she is better at interviewing than I have gotten in a decade. And I've really been practicing. We've done over 200 events. I bet I've interviewed a slew of people and it was like magic to watch her behind a microphone. And then I watched her emcee an event, and I thought of all the things I've read in the training I've been to that is just raw, natural talent right there. It's and now she's joined our staff as the regional director, and she helps all of our directors and see and speak. And so she's training people on how to do that. But I think she probably stands out as a great example for that. Kay >> Well,

Send us a textThe beginning of the school year is a difficult time for teachers and parents alike. Volunteer and extra curricular requests come in, calendars fill up, and before you know it, you've reached your capacity and your calendar is in chaos. Today, I want to give you a head start to set yourself up for a peaceful school year, protecting your time, energy, and sanity. This week's episode 322 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about back to school, not back to chaos: 5 scripts for sanity this fall!In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I'm sharing 5 scripts to help you set boundaries around information, requests, and obligations that come in this school year, and a new metaphor for healthy boundaries: your personal “weather pattern”.Here are the scripts:Reset and transition boundaries: We're doing a slow start to the year—adding one thing at a time Academic and volunteer boundary: I'm not available to volunteer this semester, but I wish you a successful event Communication boundary: Please contact me via email instead of text for anything school-relatedSocial and peer boundaries: I'm not discussing other people's kids—that's private.Mental and emotional boundary: I won't be sacrificing my sleep for school-related stress anymore.The back-to-school season doesn't have to be chaotic. When you practice setting boundaries, you set yourself up for a peaceful semester ahead!Don't forget to sign up for my Back to School, Back to Sanity boundaries workshop for parents and teachers on August 28, 2025!Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Fragmented to Whole at https://higherpowercc.com/podcast/ Feeling drained? Take my free Boundaries Drain Quiz to find out where your energy is leaking and how to reclaim it. Start your quiz here: https://higherpowercc.com/drain/ CONNECT WITH BARB NANGLE:Subscribe to “Friday Fragments” weekly newsletterFree boundaries resourcesFacebookInstagramWork with Barb! Buy Barb a teaGet a free chapter of my upcoming book: Roadside Recovery Go to barbchat.net to learn more about coaching and access the free bonus.

Welcome to a very special episode of What's My Frame. Today I'm joined by Casting Director & Educator Jenny Ravitz Brightman. Jenny's authenticity, honesty and heart are evident throughout this episode. Jenny has a gift for meeting people where they are and empowering them. Jenny has lived with spondyloarthritis since her teens and is an advocate for artists with chronic pain. Jenny was named a 2024 Women in Motion honoree and the 2021 Volunteer of the Year by the Arthritis Foundation of New York. Notable casting credits include the hit NBC series Chicago PD, Chicago Fire, and Chicago Med, FBI: International (CBS), and indie film "Pretty People" (Tribeca Film Festival). She is currently working independently and recently cast projects for Powerhouse Theatre, Ars Nova, 5th Avenue Theatre, The Shed, and Paper Mill Playhouse. She is also a proud professor and alumnus of Shenandoah Conservatory, but her favorite job is serving as auntie to her favorite people: Abby, Olivia, and Jack. Now let's get to the conversation!Follow Jenny on Instagram Yellowbelly InterviewArthritis Foundation of New York-What's My Frame, hosted by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Laura Linda Bradley⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Join the WMF creative community now!Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@whatsmyframe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IMDb⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What's My Frame? official site⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠What's My Frame? merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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According to numbers from the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs, the number of volunteer firefighters have been reduced by over 2,000 since 2022. The chief of the Greenfield and District Volunteer Fire Department, Moyal Conrad, spoke with our colleague Meig Campbell about this.

Send us a textThe beginning of the school year is a difficult time for teachers and parents alike. Volunteer and extra curricular requests come in, calendars fill up, and before you know it, you've reached your capacity and your calendar is in chaos. Today, I want to give you a head start to set yourself up for a peaceful school year, protecting your time, energy, and sanity. This week's episode 322 of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast is about back to school, not back to chaos: 5 scripts for sanity this fall!In this episode of the Fragmented to Whole Podcast, I'm sharing 5 scripts to help you set boundaries around information, requests, and obligations that come in this school year, and a new metaphor for healthy boundaries: your personal “weather pattern”.Here are the scripts:Reset and transition boundaries: We're doing a slow start to the year—adding one thing at a time Academic and volunteer boundary: I'm not available to volunteer this semester, but I wish you a successful event Communication boundary: Please contact me via email instead of text for anything school-relatedSocial and peer boundaries: I'm not discussing other people's kids—that's private.Mental and emotional boundary: I won't be sacrificing my sleep for school-related stress anymore.The back-to-school season doesn't have to be chaotic. When you practice setting boundaries, you set yourself up for a peaceful semester ahead!Don't forget to sign up for my Back to School, Back to Sanity boundaries workshop for parents and teachers on August 28, 2025!Be sure to tune in to all the episodes to receive tons of practical tips on living a more whole life and to hear even more about the points outlined above.Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, take a screenshot of the episode to post in your stories and tag me!  And don't forget to follow, rate and review the podcast and tell me your key takeaways!Learn more about Fragmented to Whole at https://higherpowercc.com/podcast/ Feeling drained? Take my free Boundaries Drain Quiz to find out where your energy is leaking and how to reclaim it. Start your quiz here: https://higherpowercc.com/drain/ CONNECT WITH BARB NANGLE:Subscribe to “Friday Fragments” weekly newsletterFree boundaries resourcesFacebookInstagramWork with Barb! Buy Barb a teaGet a free chapter of my upcoming book: Roadside Recovery Go to barbchat.net to learn more about coaching and access the free bonus.

Esta semana en Islas de Robinson, retomamos nuestra senda de clásicos, que ya tocaba. Lo hacemos a lo grande, por supuesto. Suenan: NEIL YOUNG & CRAZY HORSE - "COWGIRL IN THE SAND" ("EVERYBODY KNOWS THIS IS NOWHERE" / LOVE - "AUGUST" ("FOUR SAIL", 1969) / JETHRO TULL - "FOR A THOUSAND MOTHERS" ("STAND UP", 1969) / MIGHTY BABY - "I'VE BEEN DOWN SO LONG" ("MIGHTY BABY", 1969) / MOBY GRAPE - "SEEING" ("MOBY GRAPE'69", 1969) / JEFFERSON AIRPLANE - "ESKIMO BLUE DAY" ("VOLUNTEERS", 1969) / TASTE - "BORN ON THE WRONG SIDE OF TIME" ("TASTE", 1969) / FREE - "SWEET TOOTH" ("TONS OF SOBS", 1969) / CREEDENCE CLEARWATER REVIVAL - "EFFIGY" ("WILLY AND THE POOR BOYS", 1969)Escuchar audio

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Update on the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB): The firm is actively educating clients on this fast-tracked legislation, which passed with drafting errors that may require technical corrections. Nonprofit Retirement Plan Credit: A new bipartisan bill proposes extending up to $5,000 in startup retirement plan tax credits to nonprofit organizations, similar to what's already available to for-profits. Roth IRA Conversions & RMDs: Listeners get clarity on converting pre-tax retirement funds into Roth IRAs, including the rule that Required Minimum Distributions (RMDs) must be taken before a Roth conversion is allowed. Taxability of Legal Settlements: The episode breaks down when lawsuit settlements are taxable, including distinctions between physical vs. emotional damages and the implications of gross settlements (taxed before attorney fees). Penalty Relief Through Reasonable Cause: Entrepreneurs learn how to pursue IRS penalty abatement by showing reasonable cause, acting in good faith, and behaving like a prudent taxpayer. Potential End of IRS Paper Refund Checks: The podcast closes with an update on the White House's push to eliminate paper refund checks—a change that likely won't happen by the proposed September 30th deadline. Room for All: How CAMP Rehoboth Builds Community That Lasts In this episode, Kim Leisey, Executive Director of CAMP Rehoboth, joins Keith Kahn to share how the organization is evolving while staying true to its mission of inclusion, advocacy, and connection in Southern Delaware. From volunteer programs to partnerships with local businesses, Kim lays out a blueprint for meaningful nonprofit impact. Key Takeaways: Rooted in Purpose: CAMP Rehoboth began as a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community and continues to welcome all who align with its mission. Smart Partnerships: Kim focuses on “intersections”—connecting with businesses and organizations through shared goals. Scaling With Heart: Even as events grow, CAMP Rehoboth prioritizes emotional safety, connection, and community-building. Mission-First Leadership: The team avoids “mission creep,” sticks to core values, and leans on transparent governance. Volunteers with Purpose: People are matched to meaningful roles that use their skills and deepen their connection. Businesses Wanted (Beyond the Check): Kim encourages business owners to engage—through board service, volunteering, and partnership—not just donations.

Welcome to Episode 184 of Inside The Line: The Catskill Mountains Podcast! Tonight, we hear a first-hand account of a Catskills rescue. Kate Henderson shares her story of fracturing her ankle on Dry Brook Ridge and what it was like to be carried out of the wilderness. Joining us is past guest Joanne, who witnessed the rescue and offers her own perspective. We'll also dive into the recent hiking ban in Nova Scotia and the new upcoming hunting season in Harriman that has a lot of people concerned. Make sure to subscribe on your favorite platform, share the show, donate if you feel like it… or just keep tuning in. I'm just grateful you're here. And as always... VOLUNTEER!!!!Links for the Podcast: https://linktr.ee/ISLCatskillsPodcast, Donate a coffee to support the show! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills, Like to be a sponsor or monthly supporter of the show? Go here! - https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ITLCatskills/membershipThanks to the sponsors of the show: Outdoor chronicles photography - https://www.outdoorchroniclesphotography.com/, Trailbound Project - https://www.trailboundproject.com/, Camp Catskill - https://campcatskill.co/, Another Summit - https://www.guardianrevival.org/programs/another-summitLinks: Jackson Petition, Send in your comments to DEC, NYNJTC Trail-a-thon, Nova Scotia bans hikers, Hunting to begin in Harriman, Rabies Vaccine to be dropped on Western NY, Send your comment for hunting in Harriman - info@pipc.orgVolunteer Opportunities: Trailhead stewards for 3500 Club -https://www.catskill3500club.org/trailhead-stewardship, Catskills Trail Crew - https://www.nynjtc.org/trailcrew/catskills-trail-crew, NYNJTC Volunteering - https://www.nynjtc.org/catskills, Catskill Center - https://catskillcenter.org/, Catskill Mountain Club - https://catskillmountainclub.org/about-us/, Catskill Mountainkeeper - https://www.catskillmountainkeeper.org/ Post Hike Brews and Bites - Hudson North, Hill Farmstead Brewing, Catskill Brewery#rescue #catskillsrescue #SAR #rangers #harriman #hike #hikethehudson #hudsonvalleyhiking #NYC #history #husdonvalley #hikingNY #kaaterskill #bluehole #catskillhiking #visitcatskills #catskillstrails #catskillmountains #3500 #catskills #catskillpark #catskillshiker #catskillmountainsnewyork #hiking #catskill3500club #catskill3500 #hikethecatskills #hikehudson

Two false shooter threats hit universities, Trump targets 55 million visas, has a fraud fine tossed, halts NIH grants on DEI, and patrols DC streets, all while the Pentagon seeks ICE volunteers and Kevin McCarthy melts down over California's redistricting.Villanova University-via NBC NewsTrump Reviewing Visas-via AP NewsTrump's Suit Tossed Out-via AxiosSOCUS Allows NIH Grant Freeze-via CNNPentagon Looking for Volunteers-via The GuardianTrump to Patrol DC-via CBS NewsKevin McCarthy, LOL-via CBS NewsTexas TribuneTake the pledge to be a voter at raisingvoters.org/beavoterdecember. - on AmazonSubscribe to the Substack: kimmoffat.substack.comAll episodes can be found at: kimmoffat.com/thenewsAs always, you can find me on Instagram/Twitter/Bluesky @kimmoffat and TikTok @kimmoffatishere

In this edition of Trend & Stimpy, Jack and Miles discuss ICE asking for volunteers, Trump entering his Batman era?, Trump quipping about cancelling 2028 elections, Drake's new Amazon storefront, the passing of very influential evangelical weirdo James Dobson, Netflix's 'Zodiac Watch List' and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Every finish line moment you've celebrated was made possible by someone who showed up before dawn, prepared water stations, or cheered when you needed it most. In this heartfelt episode, we pull back the curtain on race volunteering with insights from experienced volunteers who've supported events from local 5Ks to the Boston Marathon.Our volunteer panel—Ilyana, Steve, Kay, and Mike—share what motivates them to give their time, the behind-the-scenes work few runners see, and the special connections formed with participants during races. From setting up thousands of water cups hours before runners arrive to finding creative ways to encourage struggling participants, these stories will transform how you see the smiling faces along your race route."I want any runner that interacts with me to know that I'm there to help them in any way I can," explains Steve, capturing the generous spirit that defines the volunteer experience. Kay reminds us that volunteers are often the first to arrive and last to leave, asking nothing in return but the joy of supporting others' achievements.We're also joined by Mark Lane-Holbert, who shares his profound experience guiding a blind runner at the Boston Marathon and discusses his upcoming handbook on running therapy. His work with Achilles International highlights another dimension of the running community's supportive nature.The episode features a delightful conversation with five women who formed the "Joyful Runners" relay team for the Centennial 100K in Washington after meeting through our podcast community. Their story of strangers becoming teammates exemplifies how running creates meaningful connections.Whether you're a seasoned racer or preparing for your first event, this episode will deepen your appreciation for the volunteers who make our running journeys possible. Next time you pass a water station or cross a finish line, remember to share a smile or word of thanks—it means more than you know.Send us a textSupport the showRise and Run Podcast is supported by our audience. When you make a purchase through one of our affiliate links, we may earn a commission. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.Sponsor LinksMagic Bound Travel Stoked Metabolic CoachingRise and Run Podcast Cruise Interest Form with Magic Bound Travel Affiliate LinksRise and Run Amazon Affiliate Web Page Kawaiian Pizza ApparelGoGuarded

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It’s harvest time for many grape farmers and the vineyards are full. But there are not enough hands on farms to pick and many, many farmers are serving in the military reserves, some for hundreds of days. Volunteers are still needed to help. Farmer and winemaker Daniel Peretz has spent over 450 days in reserves since the war began. He put out a call for volunteers and dozens of Israelis showed up at dawn this week at his vineyard and picked six tons of grapes that will be made into his award-winning wine. (photo: Arieh O'Sullivan) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Volunteer Nation Podcast, Tobi Johnson discusses the importance of strategic volunteer appreciation. Moving beyond traditional gifts and certificates, she explores how to recognize and value volunteers in ways that are meaningful and aligned with core human needs and organizational goals.  Tobi provides 12 innovative appreciation ideas categorized into meeting volunteer needs for safety, connection, and purpose, and aligning with organizational goals such as program quality, DEIJ, and donor engagement. You'll learn how to create impactful and heartfelt recognition that sustains both volunteers and the mission of their organizations! Full show notes: 176. Beyond Pizza Parties: Innovative Appreciation Ideas for Volunteers Appreciation Ideas for Volunteers - Episode Highlights [02:00] - Why Recognition Must Go Beyond Trinkets [06:00] - Aligning recognition with Organizational Goals[14:10] - Aligning Appreciation with Organizational Goals [15:00] - Mission Awareness: Mission Ambassador Awards [16:00] - Recognition as a Change Management Strategy [17:00] - Program Quality Champions: Rewarding Volunteer-driven Improvements [18:00] - DEIJ Leadership Spotlights: Inclusivity & Serving Diverse Communities [19:00] - Growth Catalysts: Celebrating Expansion & Innovation [20:00] - Data Heroes: Connecting Volunteer Data to Grants, Funding, and Impact [23:00] - Why Random Giveaways and Trinkets Don't Work [24:30 - The Bottom Line: Strategic, Meaningful Recognition Helpful Links Volunteer Management Progress Report VolunteerPro Impact Lab Volunteer Nation Episode #024: The Best Volunteer Recognition is a Well-Run Program Volunteer Nation Episode #169: How to Meet 3 Core Volunteer Needs Right from the Start Thanks for listening to this episode of the Volunteer Nation podcast. If you enjoyed it, please be sure to subscribe, rate, and review so we can reach more people like you who want to improve the impact of their good cause. For more tips and notes from the show, check us out at TobiJohnson.com. For any comments or questions, email us at WeCare@VolPro.net.

In this episode of Creative Drive, I share a story about two speeches given at our Toastmasters club in McKinney, Texas. Both were centered on the same idea: measuring success. But the way they were delivered could not have been more different.One left people discouraged and hesitant to participate. The other reminded people that growth happens one percent at a time and that true success is measured by people, not checkboxes. The result was immediate. Members who had been quiet suddenly stepped up. Volunteers filled every role. The energy shifted.This episode is a real-time example of how leadership and encouragement shape culture. If you have ever wondered what makes people lean in versus shut down, you will want to hear this story.

A weekly magazine-style radio show featuring the voices and stories of Asians and Pacific Islanders from all corners of our community. The show is produced by a collective of media makers, deejays, and activists.   Important Resources: Asian Refugees United: Website | Instagram | Learn about the Disappearances of Bhutanese American refugees: Website | Toolkit Hmong Innovating Politics: Website | Instagram Lavender Phoenix: Website | Instagram Minjoona Music: Instagram   Transcript: Cheryl (Host): Good evening. You're tuned in to Apex Express. I'm your host, Cheryl, and tonight we're diving into the vibrant summer programming happening across the AACRE network. That's the Asian Americans for Civil Rights and Equality Network. AACRE is made up of 11 Asian American social justice organizations working together to build collective power and create lasting movements .  Throughout tonight's show, we'll be spotlighting a few of these groups [00:01:00] and the incredible work they're leading this summer. First up, we're joined by Pratik from Asian refugees United Pratik. Thank you so much for being here. Do you mind introducing yourself and to kick things off in the spirit of tonight's show, maybe share what's something that's been bringing you joy this summer? Pratik (ARU): Hello, namaste everyone. My name is Pratik Chhetri. He, him. I'm the program manager at ARU, Asian Refugees United in Pennsylvania. I'm originally from Nepal. I grew up in Nepal. I am an immigrant, came to the for college long time ago. And I've been working in social justice, health justice field for over 15 years now. Initially it was mostly around advocacy policy relating to access to medicines, issues, especially in lower and middle income countries, and the past six, seven. More than seven [00:02:00] years. I also started an organization, a nonprofit organization in Nepal, that works at the intersection of social, economic and climate justice. And with ARU, I got introduced to ARU back in 2020. So by that time I had some skills that I felt I could bring to the community. Even though I'm not from Bhutanese refugee community, I speak the language, I understand the culture to a certain extent. So I felt with the linguistic skill I could be of some help. I think right around that time COVID happened, everything and end of 2021 is when I reconnected with Robin and started talking about possibilities. For about two years, I was part of the CAMP for Emerging Leaders, the leadership program ARU has, and [00:03:00] starting last year, early this year formally, I am a staff, for ARU. I'm in charge of programs under wellness, education, and civic engagement largely but depending on time and resources, I become available for other programs as well. It's a joy working with ARU. I was just telling Cheryl earlier that it doesn't feel like work ‘ cause I enjoy it, working with people, getting to work on impactful programs, and being a part of an organization that has so much potential, so much responsibility, but also trying to find new ways to become, useful for the community. That's very exciting. Yeah.  Cheryl (Host): That's great. I'm glad that your work is what's bringing you joy this summer. That's so special. And before we get into some of that impactful programming that you've been running this summer, could you [00:04:00] tell us a little bit about, ARU, Asian Refugees United  Pratik (ARU): Sure. ARU started back in 2016 in California and back then all of the programs used to be in California. The community that ARU serves since then, and even to this day are Nepali speaking, Bhutanese refugee community and Vietnamese community, Korean and other Pan-Asian community. After the pandemic, there has been a lot of secondary migration of the Bhutanese folks from across the United States to two major locations. One being central PA around Harrisburg area and Pennsylvania, and the second one around Columbus, Ohio, and other major cities in Ohio. The secondary migration mostly to Pennsylvania triggered a, shifting of ARU programs, to Pennsylvania as well in addition to [00:05:00] California. So at this point in 2025, the Pennsylvania side of ARU caters to the Nepali speaking Bhutanese folks. And the California side of ARU works with Vietnamese, Korean, and other Asian communities. I work with the Pennsylvania, ARU, and here we have four different pillars around health and wellness, education, art and storytelling. And the fourth one is civic engagement, and that is the newest one. I can talk about programs under each of the pillars but for summer the programs that is bringing me joy, not only for me, but also ARU's staffs is this longitudinal five month long leadership program called Camp for Emerging Leaders, where we recruit Nepali speaking folks from all across United States, and they go through virtual sessions every other [00:06:00] week on, history to the story of displacement, intergenerational trauma. How it started, how it used to be back in Bhutan, how it used to be in the refugee camps in Nepal, and now how it is in the US and Canada, wherever they are. So end of summer, end of July, early August is when all of those cohort members, the youth leaders will come physically to Harrisburg and we'll spend a few days here connecting with each other, building that trust, but also working together to build projects for the community, addressing community challenges that's happening. And for that I think five or six of the ARU staff from California are also coming. We have guest speakers. I think one of them is coming from all the way from Australia. It's fun. Largely I think [00:07:00] I'm looking forward to meeting with all of these youth leaders who have so much potential to do, so much good, not only for Bhutanese community, Nepali speaking, south Asian community, but also, their potential goes beyond that, yeah.  Cheryl (Host): It is powerful to hear how ARU's work has evolved and now spans across the nation, and also how Camp for Emerging Leaders is creating space for Nepali speaking Bhutanese youth to reflect their community's history, build deep connections, and grow as leaders. You mentioned that during the summer youth leaders gather in Harrisburg to create community projects. Could you share more about what kinds of projects they're working on and what kind of issues they're hoping to address? Pratik (ARU): For education, one of the main ones that we just concluded is, so we started high school success program called First Step Forward. And the interesting thing, the exciting thing about this program [00:08:00] is the concept of First Step forward from one of the Camp for Emerging Leaders cohort from two years ago. And similarly so that's how most of ARU programs have been. The ARU Youth Center, the ARU Office, that concept also started from the camp for emerging leaders. There are a couple other programs ARU does. Youth Wellness Day. That started from the camp as well. For the First Step Forward, what we do is early winter of, I think January or February we accepted a cohort of 10. These were high school juniors and seniors, and largely the purpose of the program is to make sure that they are well equipped for college and for any other professional avenues they end up going even if higher education is not for them. We did a lot of like leadership sessions, public speaking [00:09:00] sessions, like how to write essays, how to apply for different scholarships. We just concluded it literally last Saturday, we went hiking and went to one of the Six Flags amusement parks. But learning from that program, we are scaling it up. We're taking 20 people next year, and we will do it a year long cohort. So starting from September up until May, June. We'll integrate college tours, not only for the kids, but also for their family because in Bhutanese community and Nepali speaking folks a lot of the times the parents do not understand how the system works, even with their best intent and best intention. So along with the students, it is very important for us to work with the family, the parents as much as possible to take them through the process, right? On education, we also do a lot of cultural navigation training to [00:10:00] different county level and different governance agencies. Some of the cultural navigation trainings that we did in the past year that I can think of is we did one for the. Panel of judges from Dauphin County, which is where Harrisburg is. We did similar thing for different school districts in Dauphin and Cumberland County, different nearby counties for juvenile probation unit, child and youth services. And while we do that, as an organization, it gave us a better sense of where the gaps are, especially for parents to run into difficulties. 'cause a lot of times, for example, if a kid is sent home with a sheet of paper, even when it's bilingual, because their movement happened from Nepal to Bhutan, such a long time ago, a lot of the folks in the community speak the language but do not understand how to read or write the [00:11:00] language. So there are double language barrier, right? When a kid is called into a meeting or a disciplinary meeting, the parents a lot of times don't even look at the sheet of paper or don't know where to show up or how to show up or what to expect. Based on those things we're using that knowledge and experience to design further programs in the future. That's just for education. With civic engagement, for example, this 2024 cycle was the first election for our community members to vote in their lifetime. Back in Bhutan they didn't have that opportunity and then they spent decades in refugee camps, and it took most of them some time to get the green cards and five years after Green card to secure their citizenship. So we saw a lot of even elderly folks show up to voting. That was their first time that they were voting. And when that happens, it's not [00:12:00] just generic voter education. It's teaching the community how to register, where to register, where to show up at the precincts. A lot of precincts we were seeing, 30 to 40% of the folks show up to the wrong precincts. So there's a lot of need, but also in 2024 we saw, unfortunately, a lot of folks fall victim to misinformation and disinformation. So there's that need to do something about that part as well in the future. One of the things we started doing under civic engagement work is not just teach folks where to register, how to register on voter education, but also preparing some of the community members to run for office.  Two or three weeks ago, mid-June, we did our first round of run for office training. We partner up with another organization called Lead PA. And even for the folks who showed up, all of us [00:13:00] are politically inclined, educated to a certain extent, and a lot of the things that were shared in that training, it was mostly new to us, especially around local government. Like what are the positions that they are and how so many important positions, people run unopposed and what kind of ramifications that might have for our daily lives. Right. Starting 2026 election cycle, we're hoping some of our trainees run for office as well, starting from school board to all the way, wherever they want to. And there are wellness focused events, youth wellness Day that I talked about, around mental health is one of the great needs for the community. One piece of data might be very important to mention, based on CDCs 20 12 data, there was a report out, the research was conducted in 2012, and the report came out in 2014, basically what it said [00:14:00] was, Bhutanese folks in the US have the highest of suicide in the whole nation, and that's something that has not received a lot of attention or resources because generally those numbers get mixed up with generic Asian data and the numbers get diluted. Right. So one of the things, what, as an organization, what we are trying to do is bring awareness to that number. And the other thing is like, it's been over 10 years since that study happened and there has not been a follow-up study. What we are seeing is previously how mental health and it's ramifications how it was affecting the community, it was mostly about 10 years ago, mostly affecting older folks. Now we are seeing a lot of younger folks commit suicide or suicidal attempts. So there is a lot of work in that respect as [00:15:00] well. These are also some of the very crucial topics to work on. But as an organization, we are taking baby steps toward being able to efficiently address the community needs. I missed some of them, but overall, our organizational goal is to empower the community in one way or the other. And one of the tools that we use is focusing on youths because youths in the community, similar to other immigrant communities, our youths are mostly bilingual, bicultural, and many times they're the translators and system navigators for their whole family. And in many cases their extended family as well. Yeah.  Cheryl (Host): Wow. There are so many layers to the work that you all do. From developing leaders to run for office, to supporting mental health, to helping folks navigate voting and helping folks access higher education or career pathways.[00:16:00]  That's such a wide scope, and I imagine it takes a lot to hold all of that. How do you all manage to balance so much, especially with a small team, is that right?  Pratik (ARU): Yes. Technically we only have one full-time staff. Most are part-time, but ranging from. 10% to 80%. Largely we rely on the community members, volunteers, and we pay the volunteers when we can. And other times, I think it speaks to how much time and effort and how genuinely, folks like Robin, who is the co ED of ARU and Parsu who is the office manager, and other folks in Harrisburg, connected with different community leaders, folks of different subgroups over the years. So. When ARU moved to Harrisburg, Pennsylvania post pandemic, it took them a while to get the hang of the community, the growing community. Back then it used to [00:17:00] be 10, 20,000 max in central PA and now our estimation is like 70, 80,000 in central PA. It took them a while to create space of trust, that ARU are people that they can come for when they run into problems. And even when we don't have a lot of resources, people show up. People volunteer. People volunteer their time, their spaces for meetings and events. Yeah. And that's how we've been running it. I feel like we do five or 10 x amount of work with the resources that we have, but that's largely because of the perception the community has about Robin, about Parsu, about other individuals, and about the organization.  Cheryl (Host): That's so amazing. ARU clearly has such deep community roots, not just through the incredible work that of course Robin, [00:18:00] Parsu and so many others you have named have done to build lasting relationships that now sustain the work in the organization, but also I think it's also evident in the examples you've shared through Camp for Emerging Leaders, how you all really listen to youth and learn from their experiences. And you all shape programs that respond directly to the needs that you're seeing. And in that same spirit of care and commitment that is reflected in ARU's amazing staff and volunteers. I'm curious, are there any moments or memories from camp for emerging leaders that stand out to you? I imagine there must be so many.  Pratik (ARU): Yeah. Many stories. I started attending and facilitating the sessions for the camp I from 2022 cohort and maybe even 23 cohort. I think this is the third one that I'm doing. I'll talk about Kamana. [00:19:00] Kamana joined the 23 cohort and at that time she was still in high school. But you know, she was bubbly, full of energy and she was one of the pretty active members of the cohort and eventually after the cohort, she ended up joining ARU as initially, I think as an intern, and now she is the lead of the education program. She will be a sophomore or rising junior, starting this fall. But now she'll be running the education program, First Step Forward. Primarily it was internally us staff, we see the growth in them with experience. But also I think one of the things that ARU does is we create a sort of non-hierarchical structure within our office space in the sense that anyone can [00:20:00] design a program or any idea, and they do not feel intimidated to speaking up. I think because of that, people like Kamana, I can talk about other folks like Nawal. Them growing within ARU space shows not just with experience, but also I think the kind of open and inclusive and non hierarchical space that we create they feel comfortable enough in leading. A lot of times when we have , X, y, and Z needs to be done in the group chat, people just volunteer. Even when they don't get paid, we see our staff, our volunteer base just show up time and time again. Yeah.  Cheryl (Host): Wow. ARU is such a special container. You've created this beautiful space where people can grow and then also have agency to shape that container in whatever way that they want. That is so special. How can listeners support your work this [00:21:00] summer? Whether that's showing up or donating or volunteering or spreading the word.  Pratik (ARU): One of the things is for the listeners, I feel like not a lot of folks know about Bhutanese community much. So yes, they speak Nepali. They sometimes they identify as Nepali because it's just easy. , Bhutanese folks normally identify as either Bhutanese or Nepali or American or any combination of those three identities. A lot of folks do not know, including folks from Nepal about the atrocity, the trauma that the community went through had to go through the forced persecution out of Bhutan and then living under very limited means while in the refugee camps in Nepal and even the number of challenges the community still [00:22:00] faces. I talked a little bit about mental health needs. There's. There are needs around, health seeking behavior and similar to other immigrant communities as well, but also, on education. Because of the historical division around caste and class and other demographic details, certain folks in the community are geared towards success versus others aren't. And we see that. We see the pattern quite distinct by their indigeneity, by their caste, by their last names. In our community you can tell what their caste is, what their ethnic background is with their last names. So I would invite the audience to learn a little bit more about this community and if you have that space and resources [00:23:00] to be, if you're a researcher, if you want to do some research studies, if you want to bring some programs. If you have scholarship ideas, if you want to create any scholarship for the kids in the community, or if you have means, and if you can donate, either or. It doesn't have to be just, financial resources. It can be sometimes being available as mentor to some of the kids to show them these are the possibilities. To summarize, learn more about the community if you don't know already including some of the new atrocities, the community's facing right now with ICE detention and deportation, even when the community was brought in to this country after years and years of approval through the process. And if you have resources and means help with knowledge sharing, being available or with [00:24:00] financial means either or. I just wanted to mention that I work with ARU and I work with the Bhutanese community, but like I said, I'm not from the Bhutan community. I grew up in Nepal. I speak the language, I understand the culture to a certain extent, but I definitely cannot speak for the experience of going and living as a refugee. So,, if you have any question, if you want to learn more about that, Cheryl and I, we are happy to put you in touch with folks with incredible stories, inspiring stories of resilience in the community. Cheryl (Host): Thank you so much. All of the links, whether to learn more, donate or get involved, as well as information about the disappearances impacting the Bhutanese American community will be included in our show notes. A huge thank you to Pratik from Asian Refugees United for joining us tonight. We're deeply grateful for the work you do and the love you carry for our [00:25:00] communities. To our listeners, thank you for tuning in. We're going to take a quick music break and when we come back we'll hear more about the summer programming happening across the AACRE network with folks from Lavender Phoenix, and Hmong innovating politics. So don't go anywhere. Next up, you're listening to a track called “Juniper” by Minjoona, a project led by Korean American musician, Jackson Wright. This track features Ari Statler on bass, josh Qiyan on drums, and Ryan Fu producing. Juniper is the lead single from Minjoona's newest release, the Juniper EP, a five track p roject rooted in indie rock, 60 throwback vibes, and lyric forward storytelling. You can follow Minjoona on Instagram at @minjoonamusic or find them on Spotify to keep up with upcoming releases. We'll drop the links in our show notes. Enjoy the track and we'll be right back. [00:26:00] [00:27:00] [00:28:00] [00:29:00] [00:30:00]  And we're back!!. You're listening to APEX express on 94.1 KPFA, 89.3 KPFB in Berkeley. 88.1. KFCF in Fresno and online@kpfa.org. That was “Juniper” by Minjoona.  Huge thanks to Jackson Wright and the whole crew behind that track [00:31:00] Before the break, we were live with Pratik from Asian Refugees United, talking about the powerful summer programming, supporting the Nepalese speaking Bhutanese community in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Now I'm joined by from Blair Phoenix. From Lavender Phoenix, who's here to share about her experiences as a summer organizer In Lav N'S annual summer in Lav N's annual summer organizer in Lav N'S annual summer organizing program. Hi Mar. Thank you so much for being here. Thank you so much for being here. Do you mind introducing yourself to our listeners? Okay. Mar, do you mind for our listeners out there who are just tuning in, do you mind introducing yourself? Mar (LavNix): Yes. Thank you, Cheryl. Hi, y'all. My name is Mar Pronouns, [00:32:00] she/siya/any! I come from the lands of the Ibaloi people in the Philippines or “Maharlika”. I am a queer Muslim and yeah, I'm just happy to be here. Cheryl (Host): Yay. We're so happy to have you here, mar! For those who might not be familiar, Mar is joining us from Lavender Phoenix as part of this year's summer organizing program. Mar,, could you start by giving our listeners a quick introduction to Lavender Phoenix? And then could you tell us a little bit about the summer organizing program and what it's all about? Mar (LavNix): Yeah, of course. Cheryl. Let's start with Lavender Phoenix. Lavender Phoenix is a really awesome nonprofit over here in the Bay Area who focus on trans queer, API. Work basically. I really love Lavender Phoenix because of their unwavering commitment to collective liberation [00:33:00] and the very specific focus and centering around trans queer API leadership because our leadership is often underrepresented and because there's so many intersections there, we need to have trans queer API leadership to be able to move the work. And so really fond of lavender Phoenix's ethos and mission values. This year for the summer 2025, I'm part of their summer organizer program, which is a cohort of organizers both emerging, established and wanting to learn, and we learn a lot of transformative interpersonal organizing skills, but also building our more technical skill sets alongside with that. So we're actually three weeks from graduation [00:34:00] nooooooooo!. Anyways, yeah, just really happy to be in this cohort. I'm feeling really aligned in that I am here and it is transforming me in the way I had intentions for when I applied for it. Cheryl (Host): Wow. It sounds like this was a really impactful program for you. I wanna know what kinds of projects are you all working on?  Mar (LavNix): Yeah, so it's really beautiful because it's not just like a single project the cohort works on, it's kind of a myriad of things. We have two folks who are doing projects with other organizations, and then we have the rest of the folks working on two projects within Lavender Phoenix's programming. And so for my group, my very awesome group, we are doing the River of Life Project, and the River of Life Project is a five week long cohort where we practice storytelling in a very vulnerable and honest way, and this is for the [00:35:00] purpose to really witness one another and to cultivate our storytelling skills because our stories and narratives is so important. There's whole states and governments trying to take that away from us, and so our project is to guide and facilitate this project and meet with members across rank. It's super cool seeing the different facets of lavender Phoenix come together and be down, to be in the act of vulnerability and honesty and that is their praxis for collective liberation. Yeah.  Cheryl (Host): Yeah. Yeah. That's so well said. And it's so important that we have these spaces to practice that vulnerability because we are so often punished for being who we are. Right. So, mm-hmm. These programs are so crucial as you have uplifted for us. I am so curious to learn more about this River of Life project, but [00:36:00] also before we even get to that, I wanna zoom out a little bit and focus on your growth and who are you now as you get closer three weeks from graduation?  Mar (LavNix): Ooh, that is such a beautiful question, Cheryl. Yeah. I've been really reflecting on how this program transformed me this summer and to bring us back to when I first applied. I first applied sometime in March, I believe. I remember 'cause it was around Ramadan. I was at a point in my life where I felt stagnant in my organizing journey. I would attend all these workshops, I would keep reading, but there was a disconnect in how my mind wanted to move next. So here we are in 2025, I was accepted into the program. I was like, yay, my people. And you know, [00:37:00] my expectations was met. In fact, it was exceeded. Very exceeded because I didn't know these things that i'm learning now. I didn't know how much I needed them until I learned them. In my time with Lavender Phoenix, as I'm reflecting to this point, graduation being three weeks out, I realized that before joining this cohort, my heart and my spirit was in a really bad place, and I think a lot of people could resonate. There's genocides, ethnic cleansings, and just terrible things happening all over the world, and there's like a dichotomy of people who are trying so hard and then there's a dichotomy of people who are unaffected by it. And so my spirit and my heart was so broken down seems really dramatic, but it wasn't being rejuvenated for sure. And so, being in this space and being in a [00:38:00] container that's just honesty and vulnerability and it's all rooted in each other's liberation really replenish that cup. The teachings and the knowledge and the wisdom that I'm getting, it's helping me add more to my North Star, which I'm really thankful of because I didn't know this is what I needed in March. Cheryl (Host): That is so beautiful. So much of what's going on right now by the systems that be, the powers that be, it's meant to isolate us and to make us feel exactly what you said. Capitalism isolates us and keeps us in that place because that's how it benefits . So Lavender Phoenix is summer organizing program, what I'm hearing from you is this revolutionary space that is counter to that. It's filled with hope and dreaming for a better world. So how is that being informed in River of Life, in the storytelling leadership development that you are developing within Lavender Phoenix's membership?  Mar (LavNix): Oh, yes. I'm [00:39:00] understanding the responsibility on how I move in this space. And so before the cohort of the River of Life project presents, it's actually gonna be me and another facilitator going to share our stories. And so we're also in the act of being vulnerable and honest and really wanting the others to witness us as we will witness them. We've removed kind of that superiority in that space. When I think of this, it brings me back to Freire's idea of an engaged pedagogy, but not necessarily like an educator and a student, but like removing hierarchies, which I think is really, a value that's rooted in, or lavender Phoenix is rooted in that value. There's no hierarchy, but there is ranks and we all see each other as equals. It's really beautiful to be able to see that and then know how I move in this [00:40:00] space to prepare our cohort. I hope that my storytelling, I can only hope, I do not know how it's gonna be received inshallah it's received super well. But I really do hope that they see how vulnerable I also get and how I'm doing this so that I could build deeper relationships with these people as I continue my journey with Lavender, Phoenix and to them as well. I hope these values, if not already present in our people, this project helps them cultivate that even further.  Cheryl (Host): I wanna ask what is something you want to share with our listeners who were in a similar space as you who felt lost and that they wanted something to grow in. What advice would you give?  Mar (LavNix): This is a really beautiful question [00:41:00] and So many things flooded my brain as you were asking this question, but i'm feeling more pulled and called to share this one thing . As I'm going through the summer organizer program, I really realized the importance of tending to myself so that I could show up for others. I have to be able to know how to advocate for my needs and what I need so that I can be in spaces with other people. It's so important that I know how to acknowledge my shame or whatever pain points I'm experiencing and let that not be a hindrance to the work, but integrate it in a way that I will tend to it, and by tending to it, I can continue doing the work. And I know it's really [00:42:00] hard to prioritize yourself when it feels like you should prioritize everything else in the world right now, but I am really learning that that's what I needed to do. When I say prioritize myself, I'm not saying oh, I need to go do this and I need to go drink all my water. Yes, also care for our physical bodies and our mental bodies, but also taking time to know who I am as a person and what I could offer to the movement, and knowing how to communicate to others in the movement so that I could show up as a better organizer. And so the final words that I will have to share is I hope everyone who's hearing this shows the love that they have for other people to themselves [00:43:00] too.  Cheryl (Host): That was so beautiful. What you just shared right now about tending to yourself that's part of the work too. And that's so counterintuitive, I feel. This project that you're leading, the river of life where the focus is so much on your story and honoring who you are, I think that is the true essence of what it means to be trans and queer. Showing up with your whole self and embracing that. And in turn, by doing that, you are holding everybody else too, that very practice. To find out more about Lavender Phoenix Mar, how can our listeners plug into Lavender Phoenix's work?  Mar (LavNix): Follow us on Instagram or check out Lavender, Phoenix website. We post a lot. Sign up for the newsletter. Volunteer. We're really cool. Or just look at the staff and see if anybody calls you and you wanna hit them up. We're so awesome. Cheryl (Host): Thank you for joining us on tonight's show, Mar, and for sharing your experiences on Lavender Phoenix's [00:44:00] summer organizing program with all of All of the links that Mar mentioned on how to stay in touch with Lavender Phoenix's work be available in our show notes as per usual. We are so grateful, thank you again, Mar! Next up, we're joined by Katie from Hmong Innovating Politics. Katie. Welcome, welcome. I'm so happy to have you on our show tonight. Would you mind introducing yourself to our listeners? Katie (HIP): Hi everyone. My name is Katie. I use she her pronouns. My Hmong name is ING and I mainly introduce myself as ING to my community, especially elders because one ING is my given name. Katie is like a self-assigned name. In my work with HIP I've been trying to figure out what feels more natural when, but I do catch myself introducing myself to my Hmong community. And yeah, I'm totally cool if folks referring to me as Katie Oring and my ask is just pronouncing my name correctly. Who are my people? Who's my community? I would say my community is my family. And then the young people that I work [00:45:00] with, the elders in my community, the ones who would like to claim me, my team. I would say Hmong women that I've met through some of the work that I do at my volunteer org, and oh my goodness, there're so many people. My friends, oh my gosh, if my friends are listening to this, my friends are my community, they're my people. They keep me grounded, alive and fun. My siblings. All of the folks in Fresno and Sacramento that have been a part of the spaces that I've shared at HIP and the spaces that we've created together.  Cheryl (Host): You are a community leader through and through . For folks who are listening and don't know, Hmong Innovating Politics is one of the AACRE groups and it has two different hubs basically in Central California, one in Sacramento, and one in Fresno. Katie, do you mind sharing a little bit about HIP and the work that you all do? Katie (HIP): Yeah. So, we are a power building organization and what does that mean, right? One is that we are [00:46:00] a part of empowering and supporting our community to become active change makers in their community. We believe that those who are most impacted by issues should also be the ones that receive resources and training to lead solutions and design, the dreams of their community. A framework that we use is called Belong Believe Become. We want to create space where young people feel their belongingness, know that they are rooted here in their community, and that they have a place. The believing part of our framework is that we want young people to also see themselves and see themselves as leaders. In their community and leadership can mean many forms, right? There's like passive and active leadership, and we want young people to know that there is enough space in this world for everyone in whichever capacity, they're choosing to show up in their community. The important piece of believing is that, believing that you also like matter and that your decisions are also impactful. And then become is that. [00:47:00] we share this framework and it's circular because we notice that some people can come into our space feeling like I know exactly who I'm gonna be. I know exactly what I wanna do, and feel really disconnected from their history and their, and the multiple parts of their identities. belong, believe become is cyclical and it's wherever you're at. And in this third piece of becoming it is that our young people know that they are leading the charge and transforming systems. That they are shifting the narratives of our community, that they get to own the narratives of our community, and that they are a part of the Power building our community as well. Cheryl (Host): Yeah, I love that . As we're talking, I'm noticing that you talk so much about young people and how so much of your work's framework is centered around young people. Do you mind giving context into that? So much of HIP's programming is on youth leadership, and so I'm wondering what does that look like programming wise and especially right now in the summer? Katie (HIP): Yeah, so it's more [00:48:00] recently that HIP has been identifying ourselves as a power building organization. Before we had claimed our work as base building, and this is through our civic engagement work for voter engagement and empowerment, and turning out the vote that, that is like what we, our organization was like centered on. Through that work, what we noticed was that like cycles and seasons after season, it was young people coming back and then they started asking are you all gonna have like consistent programming space for us, or is it just gonna always be around the election cycle? Through our civic engagement work, a framework that we use is the IVE model, integrated voter engagement. And that is that you are relationship building year after year, even outside of the election season. And so then it was how do we be more intentional about centering the people who are coming to us and centering the people who are shifting and challenging and pushing our leadership. And that was to [00:49:00] then move and prioritize the young people in our community. I think it's been maybe four or five years since this shift where we've really prioritized young people and really centered our work around youth justice. So then we had to create these spaces. Civic engagement work had primarily consisted of phone banking and canvassing and through that I think a lot of young people were then getting firsthand experience of this is like what it's like to be angry about these issue in my community. This is also what it's like to hold space for other people to go through and process their emotions. And then it was like, how do we train and skill up our young people to not only listen to their community, but be able to strategize and lead and take their ideas and dreams and put 'em into action. At the time folks working in our civic engagement programs were high school youth, college transitional age, young adults who are not in college. And we even had parent [00:50:00] age folks in our programs as well. In figuring out how do we better support our young folks was that a lot of young people were asking for more like designated space for youth that are in high school. The other request was can you all not be college based because not all young adults go to college in our community, yet we still wanted to access the programs. We had to strategize around these pieces. Also at the time when we were running civic engagement program, we were also building up our trans and queer work in the Central Valley and figuring out like what is HIP's place in this work? So that landed us into three programs. We have a program called Tsev which is TSEV. Um, and that means House in Hmong, but it's an acronym. It stands for Transforming Systems, empowering Our Village, and the reason why we named our youth program that is in the Hmong community, we refer to our community a lot “lub zos” which means village in English. And so that is why we wanted to name our program with something around the word village and then also [00:51:00] home, belongingness, right? We wanted our program to signify belonging. And so that is what landed us in this program. This program is based at a high school and we train cohorts of youth and the curriculum that we cover in all of our programs are pretty similar, but they are adjusted to be more relevant to the age group and the experiences that we are serving. So we have our high school program. We have our trans and queer young adult program called QHIP, queer Hmong intersectional Pride. And then we also have a young adult program called the Civic Engagement Fellowship, but I feel like we're gonna be revamping next year, so we might have a new name next year. And that one is, open to all young adults of all gender and sexuality. The projects that is focused in that is what's coming up on the election. So specific propositions and measures or whatever we are bringing to the ballot. And then with QHIP, it is very focused on intentionally building up leadership in the trans and queer community. [00:52:00] Yeah.  Cheryl (Host): You all tackle power building in so many different intersections, and I think that's so brilliant. You really tailor these spaces to the needs of your community and you're always listening to your community. That is honestly such a theme within the AACRE network. Could you tell us how these groups stay active during the summer?  Katie (HIP): Yeah! During the summer, we close off the cohort in June when the school year ends. And so we're actually in the assessment phase of this program right now. Our seniors throughout the summer go through a one-on-one exit with one of the staff in Fresno or Sacramento. After the senior exit closes out, then we'll be doing a overall annual assessment with all of the young people that were in the program this year. We're actually closing both these pieces out next week. We try to make things fun, right? So for the one-on-ones, we'll all come to the office and we'll have the one-on-one exit interviews and after that we'll go get lunch. somewhere cute, somewhere fun. Then with the end of the year evals, after we complete them for everyone, we'll just hang out. This [00:53:00] year we're planning to do like a paint by numbers night. And then we always somehow end up karaoking. For QHIP, our trans and queer young adult program we actually partner with Lavender Phoenix and have them attend the leadership exchange program that's happening right now. We did our own onboarding and then we celebrated the month of pride. And we also celebrated the trans march. Then after that transition into the leadership exchange program at Lavender Phoenix. After that program, I believe our lead members are going to be designing some projects this summer. And then they'll have the rest of the summer and hours to do their projects, and then we'll eventually close out with a retreat with them. Cheryl (Host): And for our listeners out there, do you mind giving a quick a preview on what lavender, Phoenix's leadership exchange program is and how you all work in tandem with each other?  Katie (HIP): Yeah. Okay. I know in the past, we've sent our more new to organizing leaders [00:54:00] to the leadership exchange program. This year the intention is that we wanted to send leaders from our community who might already have some organizing experience who have some experience in social justice and movement work. And so, during this I think some of my favorite things from the leadership exchange program is teaching folks how to ask for help. I think a lot of our young adults navigate their lives not knowing who to turn to for help and how to formulate and ask that is clear and supportive of their needs. So that's something that we really appreciate through the leadership exchange program. And another piece is mutual aid funding. Lavender Phoenix trains up leaders around fundraising support and that's something I'm really looking forward to our young people gaining. The other piece is ultimately training of trans and queer leaders in our community so that we can continue to sustain this movement and this lifelong work of trans and queer liberation. The leadership exchange program has been able to equip folks with very necessary skills so that they can continue to sustain trans and queer [00:55:00] leadership. I bring in the fundraising piece because, I think a lot of young people that I work with, they're so scared to ask for resource support, especially money. And I think a lot of it comes with our own family trauma around finances, right? So, I'm excited to see what they debrief about and what they reflect on.  Cheryl (Host): That's so amazing. It really sounds like all of these programs that you all do are really building up leaders for the long term of our movements. Asking for help is so related to navigating money, trauma and is so key in shaping liberatory futures. For folks out there who wanna get plugged into some of HIP's programming work, how can we stay in touch with you all? Katie (HIP): Our Instagram is the best spot. And then on our Instagram you can click on the little short link to sign up for our newsletter. We have some volunteer opportunities coming up in the month of August so if folks in the Central Valley wanna support with one of our community engagement [00:56:00] surveys, either to partake in the survey or to support us in doing the outreach and getting the word out so that folks complete the survey. There's two ways that you can participate with us. Yeah.  Cheryl (Host): Thanks, Katie, and of course all of those links will be available in our show notes. Thanks so much for coming on our show tonight, Katie, and thank you to our listeners for tuning in. We'll see you next time. 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RED FLAGS THAT MIGHT MEAN YOUR FRIEND ISN'T HAPPY FOR YOUWhen you have a personal win, you want to share it with your friends. But everyone doesn't always seem as happy for your successes. Here are a few things to watch out for the next time you're excitedly telling your friends about your latest win:They change the subject quicklyThey downplay your accomplishmentIt feels like they're competing with youBackhanded complimentsThey don't celebrate your successesIt seems like they're only there when you're having a bad timeThey're outright negative about your successesThey don't like talking about your achievements in publicFor every win you share, they mirror it with one of their ownWhen you need them most, they're nowhere to be foundThings Younger Generations Will Never GetMany Y2K trends are back, especially when it comes to fashion. But there are some trends from the ‘90s and early ‘00s that would totally blow the minds of those under the age of 25. "Downloading music off Limewire to iTunes, running to Walmart while it downloads, buying blank CDs, and burning them once it's downloaded. Then, thinking of a cool name for your new CD.""Playing literally one video game for the entire summer, no online walkthroughs. If you wanted a hint, you needed to buy a paper guidebook, hope your friend knew the tricks, or call a 900 number for help.""Not just having a landline, but SHARING a landline."“Buying ringtones”"Chain emails: I'd be so embarrassed to do that today...""Having to wait a week for 10 photos to be processed and printed.""If you missed a new episode of a TV show, you just missed it.""Waiting for songs to come on the radio so you could record them on a cassette tape, and getting mad if the DJ talked over the intro. Kids today will never know the struggle of timing it perfectly and still ending up with the DJ's voice at the beginning."“The simple act of being bored while waiting in a doctor's office, traveling, or attending family parties, etc."How To Eat Well On A BudgetSnag a $5 mystery dinner: Apps like Too Good To Go and Flashfood help you score a surprise bag of groceries worth $30 for just a few bucks. The only catch? You'll need to pick it up fast, so be ready to dash out the door when the alert comes in.Take a free cooking classMake friends with your freezer:  Buy items like meat, bread, and even milk in bulk when they're on sale, then freeze what you can't use right away. Pro tip: freeze herbs in olive oil in ice cube trays for instant flavor boosts in soups and pasta.Volunteer your way to free produce: Groups like the Society of St. Andrew organize “gleaning” crews, where volunteers harvest leftover crops from farms. You get to keep some of the bounty while the rest goes to local food banks. Pick up a rotisserie chicken:  It's already cooked, tasty, and versatile enough to stretch into several meals. Soup it up: Soups are budget superheroes because they turn simple, cheap ingredients into hearty, nutritious meals. Toss in beans, grains, and seasonal veggies.Shop at the right time. Grocery stores often mark down bakery items, meats, and produce at specific times of day; sometimes slashing prices by 30-percent or more. Host potluck nights.Second Date Update: Declan calls us about Soraya. They met on Bumble and decided to walk through Golden Gate Park together.  They even grabbed some dumplings afterward at one of his favorite hole-in-the-wall  places. It was simple, but he thought it was romantic. Soraya has disappeared and he needs our help to figure out what happened. 

This Day in Legal History: Economic Opportunity ActOn August 20, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed the Economic Opportunity Act into law, marking a major legal milestone in the federal government's efforts to address systemic poverty. The Act authorized $1 billion to fund a wide range of social programs aimed at improving education, employment, and economic security for low-income Americans. It was the legislative backbone of Johnson's "War on Poverty" and a cornerstone of his broader Great Society agenda.The law created the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) to oversee a suite of initiatives, including Job Corps, Head Start, and Volunteers in Service to America (VISTA). These programs sought to address poverty through direct services, job training, and community empowerment rather than traditional welfare.Legally, the Act reflected a dramatic expansion of federal authority in the realm of economic and social rights, shifting the understanding of poverty from a local issue to a national legal and policy concern. It encouraged the formation of Community Action Agencies, which brought poor communities into the policy-making process—a novel approach for federal law at the time.Critics challenged the constitutionality and effectiveness of the programs, with some arguing the Act encroached on states' rights and created administrative overreach. Nonetheless, the Economic Opportunity Act became a model for future federal social legislation.By institutionalizing anti-poverty efforts through law, the Act marked a turning point in American legal and political history. While many of its original provisions have since been revised or repealed, its legacy continues in modern public assistance and education programs.California Republican lawmakers have filed an emergency lawsuit with the state Supreme Court to block Governor Gavin Newsom's redistricting proposal, which would create five new Democratic congressional districts. The GOP legislators argue that the state constitution requires a 30-day review period for new legislation and that Democrats cannot legally move forward with the plan until September 18 unless both legislative chambers approve it by a three-fourths vote. The lawsuit seeks either a ruling on the merits by Wednesday or a temporary halt to the legislative process.Newsom's proposal is intended as a direct response to a controversial redistricting initiative in Texas, championed by Governor Greg Abbott and supported by President Donald Trump, which is expected to yield five new Republican congressional seats. With the GOP holding a narrow 219-212 majority in the U.S. House, the outcome of these redistricting efforts could have significant national political implications ahead of the 2026 midterms.California Democrats aim to pass the redistricting bills by August 22 in order to place the revised maps on a special November ballot. They justify bypassing the state's independent redistricting process, established by voters in 2008, as a necessary emergency countermeasure to what they describe as partisan manipulation in Texas. That state's plan, criticized for potentially disenfranchising minority voters, led to a dramatic walkout by Texas House Democrats. Upon their return, Republican leaders imposed restrictions requiring lawmakers to remain under state police escort during sessions, sparking further protest.California Republicans sue to block Democratic redistricting plan | ReutersA federal appeals court has sided with Elon Musk's SpaceX and two other companies, ruling that the structure of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is likely unconstitutional. The 5th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found that laws protecting NLRB board members and administrative judges from being removed at will by the president likely violate the Constitution's separation of powers. The court said these protections improperly restrict the president's authority over the executive branch.This decision is the first from a federal appeals court to challenge the NLRB's structure on these grounds, setting a precedent as similar lawsuits are pending. The ruling blocks the NLRB from continuing enforcement actions against SpaceX, Energy Transfer, and Aunt Bertha while the companies' constitutional challenges proceed. Circuit Judge Don Willett, writing for the panel, stated that the companies should not have to choose between following NLRB procedures and asserting their constitutional rights.The NLRB, an independent agency created by Congress, handles private-sector labor disputes, and its structure was designed to insulate it from political influence. However, this independence is now under scrutiny. The issue gained momentum after President Trump fired Democratic board member Gwynne Wilcox in January—a move that left the board without a quorum and marked the first time a sitting board member had been removed by a president.Musk, once an adviser to Trump, has a separate pending lawsuit against the NLRB related to another dispute. The court's panel consisted entirely of Republican-appointed judges.Musk's SpaceX, others win US court challenge to labor board's structure | ReutersNevada's Chief Justice Douglas Herndon is spearheading an initiative to establish a dedicated business court in the state, aiming to attract companies seeking an alternative to Delaware's Chancery Court. During a public hearing in Las Vegas, Herndon urged the state Supreme Court to approve a commission to draft rules for the new tribunal, which could begin hearing cases as early as 2026. The court would feature judges appointed by the chief justice to four-year terms from a vetted list, with input from legal, governmental, and business stakeholders.Currently, Nevada handles business cases through district courts in Las Vegas and Reno, where judges balance other civil and criminal matters. Herndon said the creation of a specialized court would streamline corporate litigation and provide data to inform future legislative reforms. While a constitutional amendment to establish a fully independent business court is underway, that process will take years. The commission's work would serve as an interim step.This move follows a broader trend of states competing for corporate incorporations. Nevada and Texas are positioning themselves as more business-friendly venues, especially for Big Tech and firms led by controlling shareholders. Companies like Andreessen Horowitz and AMC Networks have already opted to leave Delaware in favor of Nevada. Recent changes in Nevada law now allow companies to waive jury trials via their articles of incorporation, aligning the state more closely with Delaware's procedures.Delaware, while still the leading venue for corporate law, has faced criticism over judicial bias and repetitive judge assignments. In response, it has revised statutes and begun implementing judge rotation. Texas, meanwhile, launched its business court last year and issued its first final judgment in June. Judges there serve two-year terms and juries are allowed in some cases.Nevada's Top Judge Calls for Plan to Craft Business Court RulesInvestors suing Elon Musk over his delayed disclosure of a large Twitter stake in early 2022 are challenging his attempt to use an advice-of-counsel defense while withholding related legal documents. The plaintiffs, led by an Oklahoma firefighters pension fund, argue Musk is employing a “sword and shield” tactic—invoking legal advice to justify his actions while citing attorney-client privilege to avoid releasing relevant evidence.They've asked a federal judge in Manhattan to force Musk to formally declare whether he intends to rely on legal counsel or a good-faith defense before he testifies in late August and early September. If Musk invokes this defense, plaintiffs want access to communications with lawyers from Quinn Emanuel and McDermott Will & Emery, both of which advised Musk around the time he disclosed his 9.2% Twitter stake in April 2022.The lawsuit alleges Musk defrauded shareholders by delaying disclosure, causing them to sell stock at artificially low prices. Musk has denied wrongdoing, stating he misunderstood SEC disclosure rules and acted in good faith once he realized the mistake. Plaintiffs argue that if Musk refuses to share legal advice-related documents, the court should prevent him from using that defense at trial.A similar civil lawsuit by the SEC over the same issue remains pending. The outcome of this discovery dispute could shape the strength of Musk's defense in both cases.Musk's advice-of-counsel defense faces test in Twitter lawsuit | Reuters This is a public episode. 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Chuck has thoughts on Michigan's five star commitment from a running back. Patrick Brown of Go Vols 247 analyzes Tennessee after naming Joey Aguilar starting QB. David Lake of Inside the U previews Chuck's number 9 team Miami. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Oliver gives his preseason top 20 by catching up with experts from across the world of College Football! We start off by going through numbers 20-15 of Chuck's Top 20! 20. Arizona State: Chris Karpman from Sun Devil Source 19. Florida: Zack Goodall from Swamp247 18. Michigan: Trevor McCue from Maize and Blue Review 17. Tennessee: Russell Smith from Fox Sports Knoxville 16. Kansas State: Tim Everson from the Manhattan Mercury 15. South Carolina: David Cloninger from Charleston Post and CourierSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello Boys and Girls,Joining me today in the V-Twin Cafe is Dave Hawly of MotoAmerica. Dave is here to tell us all about the Volunteer program where he organizes the volunteers who work the tracks during MotoAmerica races.Website for MotoAmerica Tobacco Motorwear Go get yourself some riding jeans and other products for men and women from TOBACCO MOTORWEAR and tell them the Motorcycle Men sent you. Use the coupon code "MotoMen". Scorpion Helmets  For the past 15 years, ScorpionExo® has been DEDICATED to offering high quality, innovative motorcycle helmets and technical apparel at an incredible value. So check them out at Scorpion USA and tell them the Motorcycle Men sent you. Wild-Ass Seats:  You can improve your comfort and ability to stay in the saddle longer with a cushion from wild-ass seats. So, if you are tired of those painful pressure points and fatigue, go to wild-ass.com and get your cushion today. The Motorcycle Men Support David's Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation Help us help them. David's Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation and be sure and let them know you heard about it here on the Motorcycle Men Podcast.  Gold Star Ride:  If you would like to be a part of a great cause and get some heartfelt miles in, go to goldstarride.org and learn how you can participate in the next Gold Star Ride Don't forget to get over and check out the Ted Shed Video's over on the Motorcycle Men Channel and the RIDE WITH TED Channel Get a copy of “The Road Most Traveled” on the Motorcycle Men Website and save $8 and I'll even sign it for you!! OR on Amazon. The audiobook is also available on Audible. Thanks for listening, we greatly appreciate you support. Ride Safe and remember....    .... We say stupid crap so you don't have to.Support the show

What can fans expect from the Gamecocks and the Volunteers this year? Ben and Darren look at the upcoming season for both teams.

The Rotary Club in Rexburg needs more volunteers for its upcoming service projects including a dictionary giveaway for third graders. Student Reporter Cody Miller interviewed Brandon Tighe, the president of the Rexburg chapter.

State Farm and NVFC links as referenced by OneLegUpAlex Garrett About State Farm For over 100 years, the mission of State Farm has been to help people manage the risks of everyday life, recover from the unexpected and realize their dreams. State Farm and its affiliates are the largest providers of auto and home insurance in the United States. Its more than 19,000 agents and 67,000 employees serve over 91 million policies and accounts – including auto, fire, life, health, commercial policies and financial services accounts. Commercial auto insurance, along with coverage for renters, business owners, boats and motorcycles, is also available. State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Company is the parent of the State Farm family of companies. State Farm is ranked No. 39 on the 2024 Fortune 500 list of largest companies. For more information, please visit http://www.statefarm.com. About the National Volunteer Fire Council The National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) is the leading nonprofit membership association representing the interests of the volunteer fire, EMS, and rescue services. The NVFC serves as the voice of the volunteer in the national arena and provides critical resources, programs, education, and advocacy for first responders across the nation. Learn more at www.nvfc.org.

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Fall ministry is here — but is your church ready?In this episode of Practically Pastoring, we share practical church leadership tips to help pastors and ministry leaders plan fall ministry events, reengage volunteers after summer, prepare a church budget, and communicate vision effectively.Frank, Andrew, Tim, Jeff, and Delmar break down what they're doing to set their churches up for a successful fall ministry season. We'll cover church event ideas, community outreach strategies, Christmas service planning, and ways to keep your church momentum strong all the way to the end of the year.If you're a pastor, church planter, or ministry leader looking for fall ministry ideas, church event planning tips, or volunteer engagement strategies, this episode will give you tools you can use right now.Timestamps:00:00 – Cold open: School, football, pumpkin spice, and ChatGPT fact-checking sermons00:25 – Why fall is a natural ministry reset for churches01:57 – Attendance trends and on-ramp opportunities for new people06:06 – Big & small fall church event ideas that work13:24 – Using vision-focused gatherings to drive engagement15:10 – Three simple community outreach ideas for churches this fall22:04 – Navigating church budget season with vision and clarity27:37 – How to start planning your Christmas services in the fall32:01 – Volunteer reengagement & giving teams rest before the holiday sprint37:08 – Four steps to crush fall: Ruthless prioritization, 3D thinking, calendar blocking, and overcommunication44:50 – Why overcommunication matters and how to do it well48:05 – Closing encouragement & CTAsLinks from the show:

Joey Aguilar has been named Tennessee’s starting quarterback. Here’s why he won the job and how it impacts the Vols’ 2025 outlook.Adam Sparks and John Adams react to the decision and break down the long-term effects on Jake Merklinger, George MacIntyre and the 2026 starting job.

Lords: * Andrew * https://higcadence.online * Brandon * https://store.steampowered.com/app/1900250/Demonschool/ Topics: * My daughter's high school pep band playlist is full of bangers * https://embed.music.apple.com/us/playlist/lakeridge-pep-band/pl.u-LdbqENjt759ZJ * Why some actors can't carry a b-movie but others can * What do these white rings on the Microbrute mean? * https://mastodon.social/@mogwai_poet/114842907188616207 * Andrew wrote to Arturia support like a madman, and they got back to him to say that yes, the rings just mean "this knob is important" * Medley by Louis Phillips * https://www.futilitycloset.com/2025/06/29/medley/ * Things you can eat in your garden that you might not expect Microtopics: * Bringing the fact that you are now a Lord to everyone's attention. * Hitting 1700 nautical miles today. * Demonschool. (Wishlist it.) * Whether it helps to un-wishlist and re-wishlist a game on Steam. * The Hot Dog Plant. * Tiny stinky blobs that attach to each other. * What kind of marsh grasses rich people in the 80s would have in their house. * Calling an aesthetic "southwestern" even though it's to the east of you. * A pep rally band playing a Lil Nas X tune. * The band soundtracking your No Kings rally playing a medley of Blister in the Sun, When the Saints Go Marching In, and I Want You Back. * Transcribing music from Double Dragon 2 and slipping under the door of your high school band director. * Disasterpeace's score for Under the Silver Lake. * How many people it takes to compose a pop song. * What it means to be a producer. * Kyle MacLaughlan desperately trying to hold on to Elizabeth Berkeley. * Christopher Lambert being legally blind and accidentally stabbing everyone while filming Highlander. * A weird guy who goes "hheeehh" * Mean Guns. * Putting a b-movie guy in a b-movie and everyone is like "nice!" * The Recent Vampire Movie With Nicolas Cage. * The kind of movie you can follow without looking at the screen. * Someone who has at least one idea and a vision for how to achieve it. * Jean-Claude Van Damme pushing you aside so he can take over the editing suite. * Making a movie while making another movie. * The dwindling number of people getting weird chances. * What day they bury people in Ghana. * Art that's only good if a friend explains what's good about it first. * The comic relief witch doctor who is funny because he keeps screwing up. * Trying to type on a 25 key keyboard. * The three knobs that you have to be able to see best in a low light environment. * The ultrasaw: not as good as a supersaw. * Paying extra to get the one in red because of the kind of person you are. * Why buy an analog synthesizer in 2025? * The tactile wall of knobs. * The giant modular synthesizer at Mills college. * The tiniest patch cables. * Adamantium Rage's FM doom metal soundtrack. * Did you mean: I love Mickey Mouse? * Emailing Arturia Support. * The Pants That Said Maximum. * A poem with rotational symmetry around the center axis. * A poem where the whole point is the acrostic complaining about something. * Eating the leaves and stems of a squash blossom. * Allowing lettuce to bolt. * AeroLettuce. * Making pesto out of herbs other than basil. * The fragrance and the earth tones you get from a bay leaf. * Top garden plants you might not have thought of eating. * A hobby that is cool and fun to do. * Discovered two giant cucumbers you hadn't even noticed before. * Volunteer squash and wacky gourds. * Sharing the fruits of your garden with your neighbors. * When it's lemon season and everybody's trying to give everyone else lemons. * Some plants are in pots; some are in the ground. * Growing a plant that can give you something back. * mstdn.party

Pastor: Jordan Hansen Series: James 4:11-17 (10) Title: Out of Control Date: 2025.08.16+17 Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVQVNGAqiDEvWqTmWvCSWFe_gZ3CnCiFd   LINKS:

The Good Vibe Tribe: Volunteer At The World Cup! full 279 Fri, 15 Aug 2025 13:49:28 +0000 pLdXRosTjLCiS8ZXSG4vnCLnJMUY3amW society & culture Karson & Kennedy society & culture The Good Vibe Tribe: Volunteer At The World Cup! Karson & Kennedy are honest and open about the most intimate details of their personal lives. The show is fast paced and will have you laughing until it hurts one minute and then wiping tears away from your eyes the next. Some of K&K’s most popular features are Can’t Beat Kennedy, What Did Barrett Say, and The Dirty on the 30! 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Society & Culture False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-

In “Virginia Public Schools Serve Indigenous Cuisine,” Gravy producer Anya Groner takes listeners to the second annual Indigenous Peoples Feast at the College of William & Mary. The evening's menu showcases indigenous food–foraged wild rice, duck confit, acorn grits, and a four-corn stew. But these dishes aren't just for enjoying tonight. With the help of a USDA grant, they'll eventually be served at public school cafeterias in Virginia's coastal Tidewater Region. Coming up with the menu wasn't easy. Centuries of forced assimilation, land grabs, and genocide prevented cultural knowledge from being passed down through generations. Designed by Chef Diosa Hall from the Mohawk Nation and Chef Joe Rocchi from the Pamunkey Tribe, the meal combined native plants and fowl from the Eastern Seaboard with contemporary culinary trends, emphasizing the entire production process, from tiny seed to plated meal. Volunteers foraged herbs like plantain and bergamot. Hunters donated ducks. Growers harvested sustainably farmed vegetables. Scaling up the supply chain to make these ingredients available to hundreds of schools could take two or three decades. Dr. Troy Wiipongwii is the Director of Innovation and Entrepreneurship in Conservation at the College of William and Mary and a founding member of the Traditional Eastern Woodlands Foodways Alliance, the intertribal group leading this program. He says sustainable foods cost almost double to produce, but they're worth it. Agricultural systems like food forests not only rebuild ecosystems, but they also produce nutrient-dense food that's healthier to eat. Wiipongwii put together a K-12 curriculum integrating indigenous foodways into science, math, health, and humanities to change attitudes around food production. Chef Hall believes making native foods available in public schools will give indigenous students a sense of belonging. That's especially important because schools haven't always been welcoming places for Native children. For centuries, residential schools took children from Native families and forced them to learn European culture and adopt Christianity. Hall hopes the new menu she helped put together will reclaim some of the cultural practices targeted by the residential schools. Listen to find out what it will take to keep indigenous food traditions visible in the nation's cultural landscape—and how kids rate acorn grits and butternut squash against the typical school lunch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

When D.J. volunteers at a nursing home and meets Eddie, she’s exposed to the realities of Alzheimer’s disease. And, Jesse tries to prove that he can be pregnant for a day, but that “bun in the oven” shirt can only get him so far! Plus, Comet falls in love with a Gibbler?! It’s another memorable Full House episode and it’s all right here on How Rude, Tanneritos! Follow us on Instagram @howrudepodcast & TikTok @howrudetanneritosSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.