In this episode of Beyond the Count, we’re joined by Caroline Kruse, President and CEO of PDSA and Co-founder and Chair of the International ITP Alliance. Caroline shares how the Alliance began, why global collaboration matters in rare diseases, and how bringing together patient organisations from around the world is helping to raise awareness, share resources and strengthen support for people with ITP everywhere. We also examine some of the Alliance’s major milestones to date, includin...

Start Small, Do Something | A Conversation with Corinne Grimaldi 🎧 About the Episode: In this episode, Julia welcomes Corinne Grimaldi, Manager at Evans, Inc., where she leads corporate social responsibility (CSR) alongside organizational development, change management, and strategic planning. Raised with a service-first mindset, Corinne shares how those early experiences shaped a practical, people-centered approach to giving at work. Julia and Corinne dig into living your values loudly,

We share why Truman Charities has chosen the Salute Military Golf Association (SMGA) as the beneficiary for our upcoming Halloween event. You'll hear directly from SMGA Executive Director CJ Johnson and Veteran Jason David about the impactful work they do. Additionally, we'll provide details about the Halloween event itself, including some of our incredible raffle and auction items, costume prizes, and other exciting surprises! Register for our Halloween Charity Party Benefiting SMGA HERE Con...

In this follow-up episode, the Legacy Relief Project team reflects on their first mission to Haiti — an experience that revealed the depth of spiritual oppression across the island and the undeniable hand of God’s providence guiding every step.From their earliest days on the ground to a miraculous connection with the U.S. State Department, this episode captures how faith, obedience, and courage aligned to bring help and hope where it was needed most.You’ll hear how the team was called on short

In the second episode of Hibiku Kotoba, Kathleen interviews Mia Ayumi Malhotra, a Bay Area Yonsei poet, editor and author. They talk about Mia's journey in writing, poetry, its hardships and joys, and how she found a deeper connection with her Nikkei roots while working on her most recent publication, Mothersalt. In Mothersalt, Mia shares her experiences of motherhood from pregancy to child-rearing. Mia shares her poem, "To My Many Mothers, Issei and Nisei" from her book "Isako, Isako" to

Meet Timothy Stuetz — author, teacher, and creator of Fairy Tales of the Heart and the beloved Bliss Beary Bear. For over 40 years, Timothy has been weaving the magic of imagination, wisdom, and love into stories that help children (and parents) awaken their inner brilliance.In this episode of In the Groove with Todd & Jackie, Timothy shares how fairy tales can raise more creative, joyful, and empowered children — from inception to independence — and how stories hold the power to shape

I'm super energized to have this conversation on the heels of the massive No Kings protests of October 18th. The greatest mass mobilization to date against authoritarianism in this country.At the same time, I also understand that it’s really easy to feel overwhelmed with all of the bad things coming at us out of this administration. And how easy it is to feel like the actions of one person can't make that much of a difference. But in fact, nothing could be further from the truth.I was

What does it mean for a university to truly be global? In this episode, we explore how international partnerships and global engagement enrich both universities and the communities they serve. My guest, Dr. Paulo Mussi Agusto, and I share our experience co-creating the American Academy – a unique collaboration between the Pontifical Catholic University in Parana, Brazil and Kent State University that blends liberal arts education with cross-cultural learning. We discuss why global engagement ...

Good morning! On today’s show, Matt Swaim and Anna Mitchell welcome Jeff Cavins to discuss God’s covenant with King David. Other guests include Matt D’Antuono to discuss his new book of meditations on the cross, and Kris McGregor to reflect on a selection from the Office of Readings. Plus news, weather, sports, and a whole lot more… ***** Prayer of Pope St. John Paul II O God, You are our Creator . You are good and Your mercy knows no bounds . To You arises the praise of

Get ready for a warm and inspiring episode, friend, as we welcome the visionary leaders behind a truly groundbreaking moment: the phenomenal merger of Girl Rising and She's The First. We sit down with Christina Lowery, Nidhi Shukla, Kate Kiama, and Tammy Tibbetts, the women fearlessly charting this new course 💖 For years, these two powerhouses have been dedicated to transforming girls' education and leadership. Now, they've united their missions to create one mighty, global force for change

Dr. Williams was appointed to the post of Head of School of Trinity Christian Academy in Dallas, Texas July 2022. Originally from Dallas, Texas, Dr. Williams studied Christianity and Communications at Baylor University and Houston Baptist University. He later received his Master of Arts in Counseling from Denver Seminary and his Doctor of Education: Administration and Supervision from the University of Houston. He has held the post of Licensed Professional Counselor i...

In this episode of the Digital Innovator Circle, we sit down with Kristy Conley, Senior Manager of Education and Meetings at the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (ASCRS). Kristy shares how a specialized society of 4,900 members launched a sleek, modern, AI-powered content platform—ASCRS Ustream—in less than 3 months, and how that’s transforming engagement, CME access, and digital strategy across the board. Kristy shares: Why ASCRS knew it was time to shift from 60-minute videos t...

Life doesn’t always go according to plan, & sometimes the challenges we face shape us in ways we never expected. As a college student, Katie discovered she was pregnant, a shock that came with long-distance challenges, financial struggles, & the weight of judgment. Yet through it all, her faith, determination, & the support of loved ones carried her forward! Katie’s story is a powerful reminder that even in unexpected circumstances, it’s possible for your life to be filled with hope,

Stepping into leadership takes courage—and you’re right where you belong. In this episode, Nancy and Sarah talk about imposter syndrome—the voice that makes even the most capable leaders question themselves. They share why it shows up so often in nonprofit work and offer simple ways to quiet the doubt and lead with confidence. Question to consider: How has imposter syndrome affected you? How would naming and reframing imposter syndrome help you to do your job better? Enjoyed this ...

Host Susan Wallace sits down with Leilani Pelletier, Ohio's Long-Term Care Ombudsman, to explore the exciting changes with Ohio’s Ombudsman program and what it means to serve as a trusted voice for residents. Together, they reflect on the meaning of advocacy during Resident Rights Month and spotlight the newly launched Ohio Residents’ Rights Council, created to strengthen and elevate residents’ voices across the state.

How can an organization host a fundraising gala that reflects the tapestry of the communities they serve?In today’s episode, I talk with IM Houston's CEO Sheroo Mukhitar and Chief Development Officer Maria Magee, about the organization's upcoming signature fundraising event, The Tapestry Gala. The Tapestry Gala has long been known for drawing various parts of the Houston community together which aligns with the IM Houston's mission of bringing diverse faith traditions together for dialogue,

This week on Community in Focus Catholic Charities CEO Tim Ney sits down with Supervisor Joe Baca Jr. to share stories about growing up in the Inland Empire, lessons in resilience and service, and the power of partnership among local government, nonprofits, and the community. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about faith, family, and giving back.

In Episode 91 of Straight Talk, No B.S. with Matthew’s Hope, presented by Imagine Marketing, Pastor Scott and Tracy are joined by Ginger, the mother of Jacob who joined in the last episode to talk about his experience as a guest of Matthew’s Hope in the Moving Forward Program.Ginger gives her perspective of how her son became homeless in part due to addiction to alcohol and drugs. Hear how she made the decision that tough love was necessary in order to stop enabling Jacob. And finally, she shares