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Simple Acts, Big Impact

Simple Acts Guide

Natalie Silverstein, MPH, is an author, consultant, nonprofit founder, and passionate advocate for family and youth service. Her latest book, Simple Acts: The Busy Teens Guide to Making a Difference, was created to help adolescents and teens discover their passion and purpose through acts of kindness and service to others. She believes that you don"t need to change the whole world to make a big impact. Even the smallest stone thrown into the water creates a ripple. Teens CAN make a meaningful

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00:16:57

Marisa and Rania: Pages4Progress

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/10/01

Pages4Progress is a youth-led organization that is empowering incarcerated voices through literacy and learning. Founders Ranya and Marisa, along with co-founder Matthew, demonstrated incredible patience and perseverance in setting up this incredible effort. Pages4Porgress is helping to end recidivism and improve literacy among incarcerated people in New Jersey. Follow and learn more at @pages4progress_ and www.pages4progressnj.com

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00:17:49

Anya and Kendyll: Dancers Beyond Labels

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/09/24

TW: This episode talks about eating disorders High School seniors from Maryland, Anya and Kendyll, are dancers whose lives have been affected by eating disorders. They bonded over their shared experiences, and joined forces to launch Dancers Beyond Labels, a nonprofit organization which works to address the youth dancer mental health crisis by: engaging with dance company directors, instructors, and aspiring dancers; providing nutrition education;

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00:17:49

Anya and Kendyll: Dancers Beyond Labels

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/09/24

TW: This episode talks about eating disorders High School seniors from Maryland, Anya and Kendyll, are dancers whose lives have been affected by eating disorders. They bonded over their shared experiences, and joined forces to launch Dancers Beyond Labels, a nonprofit organization which works to address the youth dancer mental health crisis by: engaging with dance company directors, instructors, and aspiring dancers; providing nutrition education;

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00:13:54

Lauren and Proksha: Forget Me Not International

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2025/09/17

Intergenerational volunteerism is probably one of the most meaningful types of service. It is literally a win-win. Teens can learn so much from older adults and seniors get a tremendous emotional boost from spending time with young people. My guests today - Lauren and Proksha started ForgetMeNot International, a nonprofit that works to prevent cognitive decline in the elderly through conversation, music and art, while bridging the gap between generations

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00:13:54

Lauren and Proksha: Forget Me Not International

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/09/17

Intergenerational volunteerism is probably one of the most meaningful types of service. It is literally a win-win. Teens can learn so much from older adults and seniors get a tremendous emotional boost from spending time with young people. My guests today - Lauren and Proksha started ForgetMeNot International, a nonprofit that works to prevent cognitive decline in the elderly through conversation, music and art, while bridging the gap between generations

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00:13:46

Hunter G.: Food Rescue and A Taste of Home

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/09/10

My guest today, Hunter G. from Virginia, is a one-person food rescue warrior. He noticed that food at his local fast food restaurants and cafes was being thrown away, and asked if he could collect the food and get it to a local shelter where it would feed hungry neighbors. His commitment to food rescue - picking up after early morning swim practices - is inspiring, and a perfect example of how one person, committing to one simple act of kindness, can make

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00:13:46

Hunter G.: Food Rescue and A Taste of Home

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/09/10

My guest today, Hunter G. from Virginia, is a one-person food rescue warrior. He noticed that food at his local fast food restaurants and cafes was being thrown away, and asked if he could collect the food and get it to a local shelter where it would feed hungry neighbors. His commitment to food rescue - picking up after early morning swim practices - is inspiring, and a perfect example of how one person, committing to one simple act of kindness, can make

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00:15:28

Sophie K.: Chains of Hope

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/09/03

Welcome to the kickoff of Season Four! Sophie K. is a high school student from California whose recently launched organization, Chains of Hope, benefits charities supporting the people of Ukraine. As a first generation Ukrainian American, whose parents emigrated to the US after WWII, I was deeply touched by Sophie's heart for the Ukrainian people who continue to suffer after more than three years of conflict Sophie is also involved in environmental

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00:15:28

Sophie K.: Chains of Hope

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/09/03

Welcome to the kickoff of Season Four! Sophie K. is a high school student from California whose recently launched organization, Chains of Hope, benefits charities supporting the people of Ukraine. As a first generation Ukrainian American, whose parents emigrated to the US after WWII, I was deeply touched by Sophie's heart for the Ukrainian people who continue to suffer after more than three years of conflict Sophie is also involved in environmental

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00:20:07

Dylan Z.: Computers4People

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/06/04

Our Season Three Finale! I have interviewed more than 50 amazing young people this season, and we've covered a wide range of topics. I've learned so much, and continue to be inspired, every day, by the work of these changemakers. I'm ending the season on a super high note - Dylan Z. created Computers4People when he was only 15 years old, turning a hobby with friends into a social impact endeavor. Dylan's interest in refurbishing old computers evolved into

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00:20:07

Dylan Z.: Computers4People

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/06/04

Our Season Three Finale! I have interviewed more than 50 amazing young people this season, and we've covered a wide range of topics. I've learned so much, and continue to be inspired, every day, by the work of these changemakers. I'm ending the season on a super high note - Dylan Z. created Computers4People when he was only 15 years old, turning a hobby with friends into a social impact endeavor. Dylan's interest in refurbishing old computers evolved into

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00:15:38

Gwenevere P. The Persaud Foundation

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/05/28

California teen Gwenevere P. started the Persaud Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting the ocean through education, public involvement and conservation. Through online courses, an electronic newsletter and a podcast, she and her team raise awareness and share their love for marine biology. It is always so inspiring to speak to a young person who is on fire about an issue, and who has made a commitment, at such a young age, to make a meaningful

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00:15:38

Gwenevere P. The Persaud Foundation

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/05/28

California teen Gwenevere P. started the Persaud Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to protecting the ocean through education, public involvement and conservation. Through online courses, an electronic newsletter and a podcast, she and her team raise awareness and share their love for marine biology. It is always so inspiring to speak to a young person who is on fire about an issue, and who has made a commitment, at such a young age, to make a meaningful

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00:14:57

Vick and William: FishHut

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/05/21

As we move through Mental Health Awareness month, my guests today, brothers Vick and William from Minnesota, approach the issue from an entirely new perspective - one that we've never covered on the podcast before. Their nonprofit Fish Hut empowers youth to get outdoors and into nature, and provides the tools that young people need to learn how to fish - a pastime that has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety. Learn more at https://fishhut.org/ and

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00:14:57

Vick and William: FishHut

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/05/21

As we move through Mental Health Awareness month, my guests today, brothers Vick and William from New York, approach the issue from an entirely new perspective - one that we've never covered on the podcast before. Their nonprofit Fish Hut empowers youth to get outdoors and into nature, and provides the tools that young people need to learn how to fish - a pastime that has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety. Learn more at https://fishhut.org/ and

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00:17:19

Ananya D.: Replant

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/05/14

As we acknowledge Period Poverty Awareness week, I'm honored to share this conversation with Ananya D. a high school senior who cares deeply about women living in refugee camps, and is especially concerned about their ability to have what they need to care for themselves and to maintain their dignity during their menstrual cycles. Ananya's drive and tenacity are an inspiration. Learn more about her impressive work at https://www.helpreplant.org and follow

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00:17:19

Ananya D.: Replant

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/05/14

As we acknowledge Period Poverty Awareness week, I'm honored to share this conversation with Ananya D. a high school senior who cares deeply about women living in refugee camps, and is especially concerned about their ability to have what they need to care for themselves and to maintain their dignity during their menstrual cycles. Ananya's drive and tenacity are an inspiration. Learn more about her impressive work at https://www.helpreplant.org and follow

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00:16:45

Areen, Emily & Rachel: Generation Union

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/05/07

This conversation is the perfect way to honor Older Americans Awareness month, which is celebrated in May. Intergenerational volunteering is so incredibly powerful. My guests today, high school students Areen, Emily and Rachel, started Generation Union with the mission of bridging the gap between generations. They empower youth to engage with institutionalized seniors and other patients living with Alzheimers disease. With a robust chapter program,

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00:16:45

Areen, Emily & Rachel: Generation Union

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/05/07

This conversation is the perfect way to honor Older Americans Awareness month, which is celebrated in May. Intergenerational volunteering is so incredibly powerful. My guests today, high school students Areen, Emily and Rachel, started Generation Union with the mission of bridging the gap between generations. They empower youth to engage with institutionalized seniors and other patients living with Alzheimers disease. With a robust chapter program,

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00:16:33

Tanuj, Arjun and Shreyas: Mind4Matter

Simple Acts, Big Impact ·

2025/04/30

As we kick off Mental Health Awareness month, I'm delighted to share this conversation with three big-hearted young men who care deeply about the mental health of their class mates and other youth around the world. Arjun, Tanuj and Shreyas started their nonprfoit Mind4Matter last Fall after observing a need for a safe space for teens to talk about stress and mental health struggles. Mind4Matter is a youth-led nonprofit with a strong chapter model that

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