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]]> false Steve Norris mondonorris@gmail.com 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 better-place-project-with-steve-norris https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/1483687.rss episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1/show-cover.jpg https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ Better Place Project with Steve Norris https://feeds.acast.com/public/shows/6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 Christy Turlington Burns: On a Mission to Stop Preventable Deaths From Pregnancy and Childbirth Christy Turlington Burns: On a Mission to Stop Preventable Deaths From Pregnancy and Childbirth Tue, 02 Nov 2021 10:00:00 GMT 51:39 Buzzsprout-9465405 false https://www.buzzsprout.com/1483687/9465405 6185fe98191fd30013f5f55f 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 4 37 Every Mother Counts (EMC) founder Christy Turlington Burns’ work in maternal health began after experiencing a childbirth related complication in 2003—an experience that would later inspire her to direct and produce the documentary feature film, No Woman, No Cry, about the challenges women face throughout pregnancy and childbirth around the world. Under Christy’s leadership, Every Mother Counts has invested nearly $21 million in programs in Africa, Central America and Caribbean, South Asia and the United States focused on making pregnancy and childbirth safe for every mother, everywhere.

 Before founding Every Mother Counts, Christy received international acclaim as a model representing the world’s biggest fashion and beauty brands. She was the Founder of Nuala, a yoga lifestyle brand in partnership with Puma, co-founder of Sundari, a skincare based on the principals of Ayurveda, and author of the bestselling book, Living Yoga: Creating a Life Practice.

Christy has been featured on thousands of magazine covers, one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People, and among Glamour Magazine’s 2013 Women of the Year. In March 2016, EMC was recognized as one of Fast Company magazine’s Top 10 Most Innovative Not-For-Profit Companies.

In this episode, we chat with Christy about her childhood growing up in Northern California, a middle child raised by an Airline Pilot father and flight attendant mother from El Salvador.  She talks openly about her experience on that fateful day that changed the course of her life forever. We chat about the problems in maternal healthcare worldwide and here in the US, where a woman is twice as likely to die in childbirth now as her mother was decades ago.  We discuss the disturbing disparities in mortality rates in childbirth between women of color and white women, and why that is, as well as the amazing work that Every Mother Counts is doing in order to bring about change around the world.

To make a donation to EMC, or to learn more about their work, please visit:
EveryMotherCounts.org

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To learn more about pregnancy, and postpartum during the time of COVID-19, please visit justbirthspace.org 

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]]> Every Mother Counts (EMC) founder Christy Turlington Burns’ work in maternal health began after experiencing a childbirth related complication in 2003—an experience that would later inspire her to direct and produce the documentary feature film, No Woman, No Cry, about the challenges women face throughout pregnancy and childbirth around the world. Under Christy’s leadership, Every Mother Counts has invested nearly $21 million in programs in Africa, Central America and Caribbean, South Asia and the United States focused on making pregnancy and childbirth safe for every mother, everywhere.

 Before founding Every Mother Counts, Christy received international acclaim as a model representing the world’s biggest fashion and beauty brands. She was the Founder of Nuala, a yoga lifestyle brand in partnership with Puma, co-founder of Sundari, a skincare based on the principals of Ayurveda, and author of the bestselling book, Living Yoga: Creating a Life Practice.

Christy has been featured on thousands of magazine covers, one of Time’s 100 Most Influential People, and among Glamour Magazine’s 2013 Women of the Year. In March 2016, EMC was recognized as one of Fast Company magazine’s Top 10 Most Innovative Not-For-Profit Companies.

In this episode, we chat with Christy about her childhood growing up in Northern California, a middle child raised by an Airline Pilot father and flight attendant mother from El Salvador.  She talks openly about her experience on that fateful day that changed the course of her life forever. We chat about the problems in maternal healthcare worldwide and here in the US, where a woman is twice as likely to die in childbirth now as her mother was decades ago.  We discuss the disturbing disparities in mortality rates in childbirth between women of color and white women, and why that is, as well as the amazing work that Every Mother Counts is doing in order to bring about change around the world.

To make a donation to EMC, or to learn more about their work, please visit:
EveryMotherCounts.org

To send a quick email in support of the Build Better Act (discussed in this episode), which includes policies that improve maternal health and equity, please go to https://p2a.co/eydcbjc

To learn more about pregnancy, and postpartum during the time of COVID-19, please visit justbirthspace.org 

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]]> CNN Hero Woody Faircloth: Kindness Can Spread as Quickly as the Wildfire that Changed his Life CNN Hero Woody Faircloth: Kindness Can Spread as Quickly as the Wildfire that Changed his Life Tue, 21 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT 41:53 Buzzsprout-9230438 false https://www.buzzsprout.com/1483687/9230438 6185fe98191fd30013f5f560 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 36 CNN Hero Woody Faircloth is the founder of EmergencyRV.org, initially established in response to the massive and deadly November 2018 Campfire, which decimated the entire town of Paradise, California and left more than 50,000 residents traumatized and displaced.  It was the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in California history and the most expensive natural disaster in the world in 2018 in terms of insured losses.  

For Faircloth and his then six-year-old daughter Luna, watching events unfold on television from Denver was not enough. Determined to help, the father and daughter set out to raise funds to purchase an RV and deliver it by Thanksgiving to a family in need.

Word of their kind act spread quickly and within days, press requests, RV donations, offers of legal services, and funds poured in. Before the Faircloth’s knew it, they were delivering another RV and then another. Since then, EmergencyRV has helped hundreds of victims and expanded its mission to help many more victims of wildfire and other natural disasters.

For more information, and/or to donate or volunteer, please visit: EmergencyRV.org

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]]> CNN Hero Woody Faircloth is the founder of EmergencyRV.org, initially established in response to the massive and deadly November 2018 Campfire, which decimated the entire town of Paradise, California and left more than 50,000 residents traumatized and displaced.  It was the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in California history and the most expensive natural disaster in the world in 2018 in terms of insured losses.  

For Faircloth and his then six-year-old daughter Luna, watching events unfold on television from Denver was not enough. Determined to help, the father and daughter set out to raise funds to purchase an RV and deliver it by Thanksgiving to a family in need.

Word of their kind act spread quickly and within days, press requests, RV donations, offers of legal services, and funds poured in. Before the Faircloth’s knew it, they were delivering another RV and then another. Since then, EmergencyRV has helped hundreds of victims and expanded its mission to help many more victims of wildfire and other natural disasters.

For more information, and/or to donate or volunteer, please visit: EmergencyRV.org

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]]> <![CDATA[It Ain't Easy! Challenges of Trying to Make a Better World as Wildlife Thrives When the Humans Stay Home]]> Tue, 14 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT 30:43 Buzzsprout-9190846 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe98191fd30013f5f561 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 35 In this episode, Steve and Erin cover a variety of topics, starting with an update on the Paul Rusesabagina (The real-life hero of the movie “Hotel Rwanda") kidnapping and trial, and Steve does a deep dive on the  David Attenborough documentary “The Year Earth Changed,” which covers the many fascinating ways the pandemic has actually benefitted wildlife around the world.

 They then discuss challenges that they are encountering as they try to implement some of the things they’ve learned from guests on the show.  They chat about the difficulties in tackling forgiveness, the importance of practicing positive self-talk, of surrounding ourselves with positive people,  and making the difficult decision of cutting someone out of your life, and establishing boundaries. Steve tells a story about an encounter with a person experiencing homelessness, and how he still is learning and adapting, which leads to a discussion about the importance of empathy for our fellow humans.

 After Erin mentions that unplugging from technology and being present has been a big challenge for her, they talk about how they’ve learned the important lesson that making the world a better place does not necessarily just mean doing kind deeds for others.  It is just as important to focus on improving our own mental health, our own worldview, our own happiness, living a live of gratitude and kindness, living our truth, living an authentic, joyful and fulfilled life.  By doing these things, we are well on our way to helping make the world a better place. 

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]]> In this episode, Steve and Erin cover a variety of topics, starting with an update on the Paul Rusesabagina (The real-life hero of the movie “Hotel Rwanda") kidnapping and trial, and Steve does a deep dive on the  David Attenborough documentary “The Year Earth Changed,” which covers the many fascinating ways the pandemic has actually benefitted wildlife around the world.

 They then discuss challenges that they are encountering as they try to implement some of the things they’ve learned from guests on the show.  They chat about the difficulties in tackling forgiveness, the importance of practicing positive self-talk, of surrounding ourselves with positive people,  and making the difficult decision of cutting someone out of your life, and establishing boundaries. Steve tells a story about an encounter with a person experiencing homelessness, and how he still is learning and adapting, which leads to a discussion about the importance of empathy for our fellow humans.

 After Erin mentions that unplugging from technology and being present has been a big challenge for her, they talk about how they’ve learned the important lesson that making the world a better place does not necessarily just mean doing kind deeds for others.  It is just as important to focus on improving our own mental health, our own worldview, our own happiness, living a live of gratitude and kindness, living our truth, living an authentic, joyful and fulfilled life.  By doing these things, we are well on our way to helping make the world a better place. 

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]]> DJ/Co-Founder of Ecstatic Dance LA, Robin Parrish on Bridging the Mind-Body Connection and Unleashing your Unique Brilliance Within! DJ/Co-Founder of Ecstatic Dance LA, Robin Parrish on Bridging the Mind-Body Connection and Unleashing your Unique Brilliance Within! Tue, 07 Sep 2021 12:00:00 GMT 56:16 Buzzsprout-9150527 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com 6185fe98191fd30013f5f562 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 34 Robin Parrish is the Co-Founder of Ecstatic Dance LA where he has facilitated hundreds of events for thousands of participants encouraging self-expression, holistic wellness, and personal transformation through embodiment practices and community building experiences. He has built a community around the Ecstatic Dance movement, which is now world wide, and is also a frequent musical artist for the dance floor utilizing his skills as a multi-instrumentalist, percussion and DJ curating music for the Ecstatic Dance and transformational dance floor. He’s an avid educator, event producer, meditation guide, and coach; and bridges healing arts, self-development and music therapy - for community, corporate and performance art settings. 

Episode Links:
https://www.ecstaticdancela.com/
https://dharmacreationinstitute.com/

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]]> Robin Parrish is the Co-Founder of Ecstatic Dance LA where he has facilitated hundreds of events for thousands of participants encouraging self-expression, holistic wellness, and personal transformation through embodiment practices and community building experiences. He has built a community around the Ecstatic Dance movement, which is now world wide, and is also a frequent musical artist for the dance floor utilizing his skills as a multi-instrumentalist, percussion and DJ curating music for the Ecstatic Dance and transformational dance floor. He’s an avid educator, event producer, meditation guide, and coach; and bridges healing arts, self-development and music therapy - for community, corporate and performance art settings. 

Episode Links:
https://www.ecstaticdancela.com/
https://dharmacreationinstitute.com/

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]]> Freddie Fuller: The Singing Cowboy and The Power of Musical Last Wishes Freddie Fuller: The Singing Cowboy and The Power of Musical Last Wishes Tue, 31 Aug 2021 12:00:00 GMT 38:41 Buzzsprout-9113837 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com 6185fe98191fd30013f5f563 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 33 In this episode, we speak with Freddie about the power of music in our lives and his passion for playing musical last wishes;  singing and playing his guitar for those who are dying.

FREDDIE FULLER, also known as the “The Singing Cowboy,” is a singer, songwriter, musician and storyteller.  For decades, Freddie has performed before thousands at various functions, from house concerts to larger venues such as the famous Broken Spoke. Freddie entertained the troops in Iraq at the request of the commanding General.  As told by Reader's Digest, Freddie is also a frequent performer for Swan Songs, a non-profit that brings the gift of song to people at the end of life. 

Freddie created and has performed his “History of Texas Cowboy 1850-1900” educational programs to hundreds of public schools and colleges.  No stranger to the stage, Freddie has performed musical theater and appeared on local and national television and radio.  He was one of the recently featured performers at The Bastrop Farm Street Opry.   

For more information, please visit www.thesingingcowboy.net
https://www.rd.com/article/cowboy-plays-music-for-dying/

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]]> In this episode, we speak with Freddie about the power of music in our lives and his passion for playing musical last wishes;  singing and playing his guitar for those who are dying.

FREDDIE FULLER, also known as the “The Singing Cowboy,” is a singer, songwriter, musician and storyteller.  For decades, Freddie has performed before thousands at various functions, from house concerts to larger venues such as the famous Broken Spoke. Freddie entertained the troops in Iraq at the request of the commanding General.  As told by Reader's Digest, Freddie is also a frequent performer for Swan Songs, a non-profit that brings the gift of song to people at the end of life. 

Freddie created and has performed his “History of Texas Cowboy 1850-1900” educational programs to hundreds of public schools and colleges.  No stranger to the stage, Freddie has performed musical theater and appeared on local and national television and radio.  He was one of the recently featured performers at The Bastrop Farm Street Opry.   

For more information, please visit www.thesingingcowboy.net
https://www.rd.com/article/cowboy-plays-music-for-dying/

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]]> Holding on to Hope: A Conversation with Caroline Rose on Facing Stage 4 Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Head On! Holding on to Hope: A Conversation with Caroline Rose on Facing Stage 4 Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Head On! Tue, 24 Aug 2021 12:00:00 GMT 58:20 Buzzsprout-9076816 false https://shows.acast.com/better-place-project-with-steve-norris/episodes/6185fe98191fd30013f5f564 6185fe98191fd30013f5f564 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 32 Caroline Rose is a forty-three-year-old mom, wife, dog-lover, wine-loving, hope holding, three-time stage 4 cancer thriver. After being told there was no hope and that her cancer would eventually come back to take her life, Caroline did the only thing she knew to do; she took each day as it came and endured the brutal cancer treatments one by one. And then, one day, in the most unexpected of ways, hope came back to Caroline in the form of a young rescue dog named Riley Rose. And once she found her rediscovered hope in life, Caroline knew she was ready to grab on and never, ever let go.

Today, Caroline is enjoying her tenth year of living cancer-free. She travels the country speaking to approximately ten to fifteen thousand people each year. Her message of hope resonates universally, especially today. Since July of 2020, Caroline’s website traffic has increased by 884%. She is a highly requested podcast guest, and her blogs have gained up to 102,000 monthly viewers on Pinterest alone. The world is craving hope, and Caroline is happy to be the one to provide it.

Today, Caroline is married lives in San Antonio, Texas, with her two human children and her two four-legged fur babies. She spends her non-mom time on various cancer boards and volunteering with the local dog rescue. Caroline remains passionate about spreading hope and giving back to those who are still searching for their hopeful ever after.

For more information, please visit: https://dearrileyrose.com/

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]]> Caroline Rose is a forty-three-year-old mom, wife, dog-lover, wine-loving, hope holding, three-time stage 4 cancer thriver. After being told there was no hope and that her cancer would eventually come back to take her life, Caroline did the only thing she knew to do; she took each day as it came and endured the brutal cancer treatments one by one. And then, one day, in the most unexpected of ways, hope came back to Caroline in the form of a young rescue dog named Riley Rose. And once she found her rediscovered hope in life, Caroline knew she was ready to grab on and never, ever let go.

Today, Caroline is enjoying her tenth year of living cancer-free. She travels the country speaking to approximately ten to fifteen thousand people each year. Her message of hope resonates universally, especially today. Since July of 2020, Caroline’s website traffic has increased by 884%. She is a highly requested podcast guest, and her blogs have gained up to 102,000 monthly viewers on Pinterest alone. The world is craving hope, and Caroline is happy to be the one to provide it.

Today, Caroline is married lives in San Antonio, Texas, with her two human children and her two four-legged fur babies. She spends her non-mom time on various cancer boards and volunteering with the local dog rescue. Caroline remains passionate about spreading hope and giving back to those who are still searching for their hopeful ever after.

For more information, please visit: https://dearrileyrose.com/

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]]> <![CDATA[WOW Episode!: Words Of Wisdom Compilation of Guests Answering the Question "How Can We Make the World a Better Place?"]]> Tue, 17 Aug 2021 12:00:00 GMT 40:18 Buzzsprout-9040365 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com 6185fe98191fd30013f5f565 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 31 At the end of every episode, Steve and Erin ask each guest "What advice do you have for us and our listeners on how we can help make the world a better place?" In this inspiring WOW (Words Of Wisdom) episode, they revisit and play back past guests' answers to this question,  Hear perspectives and advice from world-renowned thought-leaders, mental health experts, scientists, psychiatrists, best-selling authors and more!

Here from Azim Khamisa, Missy Bellinger, Dr. Chloe Carmichael, Dr. Rich Blundell, Terence Lester, Dr. Christian Heim, Dai Manuel, Christian De La Huerta, Zach Correa, Eric Winters, and Dr. Shad Helmstetter.

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]]> At the end of every episode, Steve and Erin ask each guest "What advice do you have for us and our listeners on how we can help make the world a better place?" In this inspiring WOW (Words Of Wisdom) episode, they revisit and play back past guests' answers to this question,  Hear perspectives and advice from world-renowned thought-leaders, mental health experts, scientists, psychiatrists, best-selling authors and more!

Here from Azim Khamisa, Missy Bellinger, Dr. Chloe Carmichael, Dr. Rich Blundell, Terence Lester, Dr. Christian Heim, Dai Manuel, Christian De La Huerta, Zach Correa, Eric Winters, and Dr. Shad Helmstetter.

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]]> Special Edition: Better Place BadAsses of Season 3! Jon Bon Jovi is Way More Than a Rock Star and 5 Year-Olds Can Change the World! Special Edition: Better Place BadAsses of Season 3! Jon Bon Jovi is Way More Than a Rock Star and 5 Year-Olds Can Change the World! Tue, 10 Aug 2021 12:00:00 GMT 33:42 Buzzsprout-9001985 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe98191fd30013f5f566 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 30  In this 2nd Special Edition of Better Place Badasses Steve & Erin each select 5 special people from around the world and trade off stories about these inspirational badasses that are making the world a better place.  Included in the episode are Alex Stephany (Founder and CEO of Beam.org), Sikander Bizenjo (founder of Balochistan Youth Against Corona), Selah Thompson (8 year-old founder of empoweredreaders.org), Leng Ouch (Cambodian Environmental Activist), Simone Biles (Olympic Gymnast), Rock star Jon Bon Jovi (JBJ Soul Foundation - https://jbjsf.org/), Denny Ying (Raising awareness for military veteran suicide prevention and mental health), Carmen Carcelén (Ecuadorian fruit vendor who has provided refuge for 10,000 Venezuelans), Erica Cole (Founder of http://no-limbits.com), and David Attenborough (Broadcaster, historian and teacher of the wonders of the world - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64R2MYUt394).  

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]]>  In this 2nd Special Edition of Better Place Badasses Steve & Erin each select 5 special people from around the world and trade off stories about these inspirational badasses that are making the world a better place.  Included in the episode are Alex Stephany (Founder and CEO of Beam.org), Sikander Bizenjo (founder of Balochistan Youth Against Corona), Selah Thompson (8 year-old founder of empoweredreaders.org), Leng Ouch (Cambodian Environmental Activist), Simone Biles (Olympic Gymnast), Rock star Jon Bon Jovi (JBJ Soul Foundation - https://jbjsf.org/), Denny Ying (Raising awareness for military veteran suicide prevention and mental health), Carmen Carcelén (Ecuadorian fruit vendor who has provided refuge for 10,000 Venezuelans), Erica Cole (Founder of http://no-limbits.com), and David Attenborough (Broadcaster, historian and teacher of the wonders of the world - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64R2MYUt394).  

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]]> Dr. Shad Helmstetter: The Power of Neuroplasticity and Positive Self-Talk Dr. Shad Helmstetter: The Power of Neuroplasticity and Positive Self-Talk Tue, 03 Aug 2021 12:00:00 GMT 53:28 Buzzsprout-8965309 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f567 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 29 Shad Helmstetter, Ph.D., is the author of more than twenty books in the field of self-talk and personal growth. His books include the  classic self-talk best-seller, “What to Say When You Talk to Your Self,” "Negative Self-Talk & How to Change It,” and “The Power of Neuroplasticity.”  His books are published in more than 74 countries worldwide. Dr. Helmstetter has appeared on over 1200 radio and television programs, including repeat appearances on Oprah Winfrey, ABC, CBS, NBC, and CNN News.

or a free 30-day pass to listen to positive self-talk sessions, please visit https://www.selftalkplus.com/.

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]]> Shad Helmstetter, Ph.D., is the author of more than twenty books in the field of self-talk and personal growth. His books include the  classic self-talk best-seller, “What to Say When You Talk to Your Self,” "Negative Self-Talk & How to Change It,” and “The Power of Neuroplasticity.”  His books are published in more than 74 countries worldwide. Dr. Helmstetter has appeared on over 1200 radio and television programs, including repeat appearances on Oprah Winfrey, ABC, CBS, NBC, and CNN News.

or a free 30-day pass to listen to positive self-talk sessions, please visit https://www.selftalkplus.com/.

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]]> Eric Winters: Author of Swipe Right on Your Best Self: Simple Steps to a Bolder Life with Fewer Regrets Eric Winters: Author of Swipe Right on Your Best Self: Simple Steps to a Bolder Life with Fewer Regrets Tue, 27 Jul 2021 12:00:00 GMT 1:02:10 Buzzsprout-8926158 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f568 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 28 Eric is a self-leadership coach, black-belt hand-washer, speaker, and author with deep knowledge in the science of building courageous and emotionally intelligent mindsets. 
His know-how is a result of over 20 years of international corporate life, two masters degrees in human behavior change, and over 12 years helping leaders and their teams become their best selves to meet workplace challenges effectively. 

He spends much of his time developing authentically courageous leadership through keynotes, workshops, and individual coaching.  In this episode we discuss The human predicaments that cause most people to live smaller, timid lives. The critical foundations to being fit for purpose, The mindsets essential for courageous action

Eric is the author of Swipe Right on Your Best Self: Simple Steps to a Bolder Life with Fewer Regrets. For more information, please visit https://www.ericwinters.com.au/

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]]> Eric is a self-leadership coach, black-belt hand-washer, speaker, and author with deep knowledge in the science of building courageous and emotionally intelligent mindsets. 
His know-how is a result of over 20 years of international corporate life, two masters degrees in human behavior change, and over 12 years helping leaders and their teams become their best selves to meet workplace challenges effectively. 

He spends much of his time developing authentically courageous leadership through keynotes, workshops, and individual coaching.  In this episode we discuss The human predicaments that cause most people to live smaller, timid lives. The critical foundations to being fit for purpose, The mindsets essential for courageous action

Eric is the author of Swipe Right on Your Best Self: Simple Steps to a Bolder Life with Fewer Regrets. For more information, please visit https://www.ericwinters.com.au/

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]]> <![CDATA[NPR's How I Built This Finalist, LemonGRAFT CEO Zach Correa]]> Tue, 20 Jul 2021 12:00:00 GMT 53:22 Buzzsprout-8881453 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f569 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 27 Zach Correa, a finalist of NPR’s How I Built This Fellowship,  is the Founder and CEO of LemonGRAFT, built for the buying and selling of homegrown produce.  LemonGRAFT’s aim is to build a regenerative food system, build community and biodiversity, restore our ecosystem, improve our health, decentralize big agriculture and take food back into your own hands, by creating a sustainable food system.  For more info, or to become a founding member, please visit https://lemongraft.com/

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]]> Zach Correa, a finalist of NPR’s How I Built This Fellowship,  is the Founder and CEO of LemonGRAFT, built for the buying and selling of homegrown produce.  LemonGRAFT’s aim is to build a regenerative food system, build community and biodiversity, restore our ecosystem, improve our health, decentralize big agriculture and take food back into your own hands, by creating a sustainable food system.  For more info, or to become a founding member, please visit https://lemongraft.com/

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]]> Is There a Hero Inside You? Award Winning Author and TedX Speaker Christian de la Huerta Is There a Hero Inside You? Award Winning Author and TedX Speaker Christian de la Huerta Tue, 13 Jul 2021 12:00:00 GMT 1:03:42 Buzzsprout-8842495 false https://shows.acast.com/better-place-project-with-steve-norris/episodes/6185fe99191fd30013f5f56a 6185fe99191fd30013f5f56a 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 26 With 30 years of experience, Christian de la Huerta is a sought-after spiritual teacher, personal transformation coach and leading voice in the breathwork community. He has traveled the world offering inspiring and transformational retreats combining psychological and spiritual teachings with lasting and life-changing effects.  An award-winning, critically acclaimed author, he has spoken at numerous universities and conferences and on the TedX stage. His new book, Awakening the Soul of Power, was described by multiple Grammy Award–winner Gloria Estefan as “a balm for the soul of anyone searching for truth and answers to life’s difficult questions.”  More information about his work may be found at www.SoulfulPower.com.

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]]> With 30 years of experience, Christian de la Huerta is a sought-after spiritual teacher, personal transformation coach and leading voice in the breathwork community. He has traveled the world offering inspiring and transformational retreats combining psychological and spiritual teachings with lasting and life-changing effects.  An award-winning, critically acclaimed author, he has spoken at numerous universities and conferences and on the TedX stage. His new book, Awakening the Soul of Power, was described by multiple Grammy Award–winner Gloria Estefan as “a balm for the soul of anyone searching for truth and answers to life’s difficult questions.”  More information about his work may be found at www.SoulfulPower.com.

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]]> <![CDATA[The Future is Beautiful. Or There Isn't One: Dr. Rich Blundell and the Story of Oika]]> Tue, 06 Jul 2021 12:00:00 GMT 1:00:19 Buzzsprout-8816468 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f56b 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 3 25 Dr. Rich Blundell is an ecologist working at the interface of art, science, nature and culture. His research examines how transformation happens across the scales of person, place and planet. As a cultural communicator, Rich tells a scientific story of the universe that includes art and human creativity as natural phenomena. Dr. Blundell’s research and work has received numerous grants and awards including, The National Science Foundation grant for Science Out There, the Michael Brinkman Award, and The Deep Time Values video award for An Earth Story. Blundell’s creative video work has appeared on PBS, National Geographic and his art has hung in numerous galleries. 

For more information, please visit Oika.com. 
Click here to watch "An Earth Story." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vWpVSyRLoQ -

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]]> Dr. Rich Blundell is an ecologist working at the interface of art, science, nature and culture. His research examines how transformation happens across the scales of person, place and planet. As a cultural communicator, Rich tells a scientific story of the universe that includes art and human creativity as natural phenomena. Dr. Blundell’s research and work has received numerous grants and awards including, The National Science Foundation grant for Science Out There, the Michael Brinkman Award, and The Deep Time Values video award for An Earth Story. Blundell’s creative video work has appeared on PBS, National Geographic and his art has hung in numerous galleries. 

For more information, please visit Oika.com. 
Click here to watch "An Earth Story." https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0vWpVSyRLoQ -

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]]> <![CDATA[Dr. Chloe: A Clinical Psychologist and Author's Views on Anxiety, Relationships, Dating, and the #MeToo Movement]]> Tue, 18 May 2021 12:00:00 GMT 55:47 Buzzsprout-8539394 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f56c 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 24 Dr. Chloe Carmichael holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University.  She is the author of "Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety," and "10 Commandments of Dating: How to stop getting hurt, put yourself out there and find a relationship that lasts."  Dr. Carmichael has been featured as an expert on VH1, Inside Edition, ABC Nightline and other television; and has been quoted in the New York Times, Forbes, Vanity Fair, Shape, Cosmopolitan, Rolling Stone, and other print media. Listen in on our chat with Dr. Chloe about Anxiety,  Relationships, Dating in a post-pandemic world, the #MeToo Movement, and much more.  

For more info, please visit Drchloe.com.

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]]> Dr. Chloe Carmichael holds a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University.  She is the author of "Nervous Energy: Harness the Power of Your Anxiety," and "10 Commandments of Dating: How to stop getting hurt, put yourself out there and find a relationship that lasts."  Dr. Carmichael has been featured as an expert on VH1, Inside Edition, ABC Nightline and other television; and has been quoted in the New York Times, Forbes, Vanity Fair, Shape, Cosmopolitan, Rolling Stone, and other print media. Listen in on our chat with Dr. Chloe about Anxiety,  Relationships, Dating in a post-pandemic world, the #MeToo Movement, and much more.  

For more info, please visit Drchloe.com.

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]]> How to Be a Champion of Change: Award-Winning Thought Leader and Author, Dai Manuel How to Be a Champion of Change: Award-Winning Thought Leader and Author, Dai Manuel Tue, 11 May 2021 12:00:00 GMT 1:00:59 Buzzsprout-8497110 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f56d 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 23 Dai Manuel is a super dad, dating his wife, with a lead by example way of living and a contagious personality, who is on a mission to positively impact one million role models around the globe to lead a FUN-ctionally fit life through education, encouragement, and community.
He is an award-winning digital thought leader and author, Distinguished Toastmaster & keynote speaker, former partner and Chief Operating Officer of a multi-million dollar retail company, and a sought after lifestyle mentor and executive performance coach.

Dai knows the struggle of the juggle and keeping his health and happiness a priority. He models his work based on 5 F’s: Fitness, Family, Faith, and Finances with an overarching roof of FUN, built on a rock-solid foundation of Health. Nuggets of wisdom and inspiration (including his experience with Vipassana) to take action to be your best self are guaranteed when you connect with Dai! For more information, please visit: http://www.joinwlfm.com/  and DaiManuel.com.

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]]> Dai Manuel is a super dad, dating his wife, with a lead by example way of living and a contagious personality, who is on a mission to positively impact one million role models around the globe to lead a FUN-ctionally fit life through education, encouragement, and community.
He is an award-winning digital thought leader and author, Distinguished Toastmaster & keynote speaker, former partner and Chief Operating Officer of a multi-million dollar retail company, and a sought after lifestyle mentor and executive performance coach.

Dai knows the struggle of the juggle and keeping his health and happiness a priority. He models his work based on 5 F’s: Fitness, Family, Faith, and Finances with an overarching roof of FUN, built on a rock-solid foundation of Health. Nuggets of wisdom and inspiration (including his experience with Vipassana) to take action to be your best self are guaranteed when you connect with Dai! For more information, please visit: http://www.joinwlfm.com/  and DaiManuel.com.

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]]> Dr. Christian Heim: Award-winning Psychiatrist and Preventative Mental Health Expert Dr. Christian Heim: Award-winning Psychiatrist and Preventative Mental Health Expert Tue, 04 May 2021 12:00:00 GMT 1:00:29 Buzzsprout-8456200 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f56e 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 22 Dr. Christian Heim PhD is an award-winning Psychiatrist, Music Professor and Churchill fellow. During his 20 years as a doctor and 13 years as a psychiatrist, he has heard the stories of 1000s of people, so he listens a lot.  He gets lots of joy out of working as a consultant psychiatrist in psychotherapy. He speaks from a place of deep compassion and authority on Mental Health issues that are affecting us all in this new normal: anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, suicide, personality issues and relationship breakdown. 

His latest book "The 7 types of Love: navigating love in a fractured world" has just been released! He lives in Australia on the beautiful Sunshine Coast with his wife Caroline and loves taking long walks on deserted Australian beaches and eating celery. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Heim about preventative mental health, how Covid has played a role in our overall mental health, video games and social media's effect on our lives, the difference between men and women's brains, how to live a life of gratitude and much more!! 

For more info, please visit https://www.drchristianheim.com.

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]]> Dr. Christian Heim PhD is an award-winning Psychiatrist, Music Professor and Churchill fellow. During his 20 years as a doctor and 13 years as a psychiatrist, he has heard the stories of 1000s of people, so he listens a lot.  He gets lots of joy out of working as a consultant psychiatrist in psychotherapy. He speaks from a place of deep compassion and authority on Mental Health issues that are affecting us all in this new normal: anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma, suicide, personality issues and relationship breakdown. 

His latest book "The 7 types of Love: navigating love in a fractured world" has just been released! He lives in Australia on the beautiful Sunshine Coast with his wife Caroline and loves taking long walks on deserted Australian beaches and eating celery. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Heim about preventative mental health, how Covid has played a role in our overall mental health, video games and social media's effect on our lives, the difference between men and women's brains, how to live a life of gratitude and much more!! 

For more info, please visit https://www.drchristianheim.com.

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]]> Terence Lester: Activist, Writer, Storyteller and Founder of Love Beyond Walls Terence Lester: Activist, Writer, Storyteller and Founder of Love Beyond Walls Tue, 27 Apr 2021 12:00:00 GMT 49:40 Buzzsprout-8412197 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com 6185fe99191fd30013f5f56f 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 21 You are about to be inspired.  Terence Lester is a speaker, activist, author, and thought leader in the realm of systemic poverty. He’s known for nationwide campaigns that have been featured on MLK50, CNN, Good Morning America, and more. In 2013, Terence founded the non-profit “Love Beyond Walls” and has helped hundreds of individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty to rebuild their lives. In 2019, Terence launched the first museum in the U.S. representing homelessness, out of a shipping container, called Dignity Museum. He also holds four degrees and hosts a podcast called Narrative Shift.

Terence has written six books, and his new book, “When We Stand: The Power Of Seeking Justice Together,” is set to release on May 18th.

For more information or to make a donation, please visit https://www.lovebeyondwalls.org/ and http://terencelester.org/.

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]]> You are about to be inspired.  Terence Lester is a speaker, activist, author, and thought leader in the realm of systemic poverty. He’s known for nationwide campaigns that have been featured on MLK50, CNN, Good Morning America, and more. In 2013, Terence founded the non-profit “Love Beyond Walls” and has helped hundreds of individuals experiencing homelessness and poverty to rebuild their lives. In 2019, Terence launched the first museum in the U.S. representing homelessness, out of a shipping container, called Dignity Museum. He also holds four degrees and hosts a podcast called Narrative Shift.

Terence has written six books, and his new book, “When We Stand: The Power Of Seeking Justice Together,” is set to release on May 18th.

For more information or to make a donation, please visit https://www.lovebeyondwalls.org/ and http://terencelester.org/.

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]]> Missy Bellinger: Co-Founder of A Shelter for Cancer Families Missy Bellinger: Co-Founder of A Shelter for Cancer Families Tue, 20 Apr 2021 12:00:00 GMT 49:11 Buzzsprout-8367702 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f570 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 20  Missy Bellinger's late husband Tom was diagnosed with Sarcoma Cancer on their second wedding anniversary, and he sadly passed away eighteen months later.  After making a promise to Tom, and being inspired after welcoming an out of town cancer family into her home, Missy created the Amschwand Sarcoma Cancer Foundation, which later evolved into A Shelter for Cancer Families (ASCF).  In this episode, Missy shares her heartbreaking story, and how she went on to turn this horrible tragedy into a passion and life's work serving other families in their fight against cancer.  

Today ASCF is the only organization in the Texas Medical Center offering FREE tangible support to FAMILIES affected by cancer regardless of age, cancer type, treatment status or income, and in ways that respect the privacy, dignity and time of the families served.  

To learn more, volunteer or donate to this wonderful cause, please visit CancerFamilies.org.

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]]>  Missy Bellinger's late husband Tom was diagnosed with Sarcoma Cancer on their second wedding anniversary, and he sadly passed away eighteen months later.  After making a promise to Tom, and being inspired after welcoming an out of town cancer family into her home, Missy created the Amschwand Sarcoma Cancer Foundation, which later evolved into A Shelter for Cancer Families (ASCF).  In this episode, Missy shares her heartbreaking story, and how she went on to turn this horrible tragedy into a passion and life's work serving other families in their fight against cancer.  

Today ASCF is the only organization in the Texas Medical Center offering FREE tangible support to FAMILIES affected by cancer regardless of age, cancer type, treatment status or income, and in ways that respect the privacy, dignity and time of the families served.  

To learn more, volunteer or donate to this wonderful cause, please visit CancerFamilies.org.

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]]> Special Edition: Better Place BadAsses! Special Edition: Better Place BadAsses! Tue, 13 Apr 2021 12:00:00 GMT 24:36 Buzzsprout-8324617 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f571 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 19 In this week's Special Edition episode, Steve & Erin each select 5 special people from around the world and trade off stories about these inspirational badasses that are making the world a better place. Included are Adam Lowy (MoveForHunger.org), Malala (Malala.org), Dasia Taylor (Invented infection-detecting sutures), Missy Bellinger (CancerFamilies.org), Jane Elliot (JaneElliot.com), John, Kim, Samantha and Casey Weiner (PCRF-Kids.org), Miley Cyrus (Happyhippies.org), Amanda Morgan (TheAmandaGorman.com), Matthew McConaughey (JKlivinfoundation.org), Abigail Disney (DaphneFoundation.org), and Paul Rusesabagina (HrrFoundation.com).

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]]> In this week's Special Edition episode, Steve & Erin each select 5 special people from around the world and trade off stories about these inspirational badasses that are making the world a better place. Included are Adam Lowy (MoveForHunger.org), Malala (Malala.org), Dasia Taylor (Invented infection-detecting sutures), Missy Bellinger (CancerFamilies.org), Jane Elliot (JaneElliot.com), John, Kim, Samantha and Casey Weiner (PCRF-Kids.org), Miley Cyrus (Happyhippies.org), Amanda Morgan (TheAmandaGorman.com), Matthew McConaughey (JKlivinfoundation.org), Abigail Disney (DaphneFoundation.org), and Paul Rusesabagina (HrrFoundation.com).

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]]> Forgiveness: It Can and Will Change Your Life - Meet Azim Khamisa Forgiveness: It Can and Will Change Your Life - Meet Azim Khamisa Tue, 06 Apr 2021 12:00:00 GMT 50:48 Buzzsprout-8279427 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com 6185fe99191fd30013f5f572 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 18 Join us as we chat with Azim Khamisa about the healing power of forgiveness.  Azim lost his only son Tariq to a senseless gang-related murder in 1995. Azim chose the path of forgiveness and compassion rather than revenge and bitterness, and went on to mentor the gang member who killed his son Tariq, and forged a friendship with the Grandfather of his son's murderer.  This powerful choice led to the establishment of the Tariq Khamisa Foundation and the subsequent forgiveness movement which has reached millions. His foundation commits to end the continuing cycle of violence among youth. He also offers workshops to help others learn how they can free themselves through the power of forgiveness. 


Azim is a thought leader, peace activist, international inspirational speaker, and an author of 5 books. You may have seen him on his Ted Talk titled "What comes after tragedy? Forgiveness,” which has over 1 million views.  


For more information visit TKF.org and AsimKhamisa.com.

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]]> Join us as we chat with Azim Khamisa about the healing power of forgiveness.  Azim lost his only son Tariq to a senseless gang-related murder in 1995. Azim chose the path of forgiveness and compassion rather than revenge and bitterness, and went on to mentor the gang member who killed his son Tariq, and forged a friendship with the Grandfather of his son's murderer.  This powerful choice led to the establishment of the Tariq Khamisa Foundation and the subsequent forgiveness movement which has reached millions. His foundation commits to end the continuing cycle of violence among youth. He also offers workshops to help others learn how they can free themselves through the power of forgiveness. 


Azim is a thought leader, peace activist, international inspirational speaker, and an author of 5 books. You may have seen him on his Ted Talk titled "What comes after tragedy? Forgiveness,” which has over 1 million views.  


For more information visit TKF.org and AsimKhamisa.com.

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]]> Can Dancing Change Your Life? A Chat with Stephen Sayer and Chandrae Roettig Gomez Can Dancing Change Your Life? A Chat with Stephen Sayer and Chandrae Roettig Gomez Tue, 30 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT 57:23 Buzzsprout-8237868 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com 6185fe99191fd30013f5f573 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 17 The science is in!  In this episode, we chat with Steve and Chanzie about the joy that dancing has brought to their lives, and it can do the same for you! But we now know that not only can dancing provide you physical health benefits, but according to the New England Journal of Medicine's report, dancing can actually make you smarter and help you live a longer, more fulfilling life!  Plus, it's a blast!  

Stephen Sayer and Chandrae Roettig Gomez, also known as Chanzie, are dancers/instructors who specialize in LA/smooth style lindy and collegiate shag. While they have a love for all things that swing, their primary influences and inspirations come from the Los Angeles Jitterbugs of the 1940’s and 1950’s. Their partnership began in late 2010 and together Steve and Chanzie have taken First Place titles in several national swing competitions. You can find them teaching and performing all over the United States, Canada,  Europe, and Australia. They are committed to improving and pushing the limits of their own dancing as well as those who take their classes, while keeping their regional style of swing alive.  

Go to https://www.lajitterbug.com to learn more about Steve and Chanzie, and https://www.patreon.com/lajitterbug for online classes!

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]]> The science is in!  In this episode, we chat with Steve and Chanzie about the joy that dancing has brought to their lives, and it can do the same for you! But we now know that not only can dancing provide you physical health benefits, but according to the New England Journal of Medicine's report, dancing can actually make you smarter and help you live a longer, more fulfilling life!  Plus, it's a blast!  

Stephen Sayer and Chandrae Roettig Gomez, also known as Chanzie, are dancers/instructors who specialize in LA/smooth style lindy and collegiate shag. While they have a love for all things that swing, their primary influences and inspirations come from the Los Angeles Jitterbugs of the 1940’s and 1950’s. Their partnership began in late 2010 and together Steve and Chanzie have taken First Place titles in several national swing competitions. You can find them teaching and performing all over the United States, Canada,  Europe, and Australia. They are committed to improving and pushing the limits of their own dancing as well as those who take their classes, while keeping their regional style of swing alive.  

Go to https://www.lajitterbug.com to learn more about Steve and Chanzie, and https://www.patreon.com/lajitterbug for online classes!

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]]> Bailey Richardson: Instagram Stories, The Social Dilemma, and Ordinary People Building Extraordinary Things! Bailey Richardson: Instagram Stories, The Social Dilemma, and Ordinary People Building Extraordinary Things! Tue, 23 Mar 2021 12:00:00 GMT 55:16 Buzzsprout-8193124 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f574 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 16 Bailey Richardson has worked at IDEO, StoryCorps, Pop-Up Magazine and The California Sunday Magazine. She was one of the first employees at Instagram and has also been featured in the recent Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma. Bailey, along with her friends, Kai and Kevin, started People & Company – whose mission is to help people bring their people together. Over the past four years, their team has researched, coached, and collaborated with hundreds of different communities. She published a book called, Get Together, on how to build communities today and also hosts the podcast by the same name, Get together, a show about ordinary people building extraordinary communities. 

https://www.people-and.com/
http://baileyerichardson.com/

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]]> Bailey Richardson has worked at IDEO, StoryCorps, Pop-Up Magazine and The California Sunday Magazine. She was one of the first employees at Instagram and has also been featured in the recent Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma. Bailey, along with her friends, Kai and Kevin, started People & Company – whose mission is to help people bring their people together. Over the past four years, their team has researched, coached, and collaborated with hundreds of different communities. She published a book called, Get Together, on how to build communities today and also hosts the podcast by the same name, Get together, a show about ordinary people building extraordinary communities. 

https://www.people-and.com/
http://baileyerichardson.com/

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]]> The Future of News Media: A Conversation with Eric Maddox, Executive Director of Open Roads Media The Future of News Media: A Conversation with Eric Maddox, Executive Director of Open Roads Media Tue, 16 Mar 2021 13:00:00 GMT 1:13:51 Buzzsprout-8149182 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com 6185fe99191fd30013f5f575 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 15 As reported by NPR, Forbes, Reuters and many others, Eric Maddox is the Executive Director of Open Roads Media and the Founder and producer of Virtual Dinner Guest Project. He completed his undergraduate studies in Philosophy and Classic Literature and his MA in International Conflict Transformation.

After completing his graduate field research in the West Bank, Eric set up the very first Virtual Dinner Guest Project in Mexico in 2011. Since that time, Eric has traveled throughout the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia, and Europe to expand the network and the impact of The Virtual Dinner Guest Project and to promote what he believes to be the future of news media; collaborative production between local communities, on a global scale.

He currently resides in Spain where he continues to produce projects with Open Roads Media as he hosts Latitude Adjustment podcast that highlights underrepresented communities, places, and issues around the world. 

To learn more, please visit https://www.latitudeadjustmentpod.com and https://www.openroadsmedia.org/.

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]]> As reported by NPR, Forbes, Reuters and many others, Eric Maddox is the Executive Director of Open Roads Media and the Founder and producer of Virtual Dinner Guest Project. He completed his undergraduate studies in Philosophy and Classic Literature and his MA in International Conflict Transformation.

After completing his graduate field research in the West Bank, Eric set up the very first Virtual Dinner Guest Project in Mexico in 2011. Since that time, Eric has traveled throughout the Middle East, North Africa, South Asia, and Europe to expand the network and the impact of The Virtual Dinner Guest Project and to promote what he believes to be the future of news media; collaborative production between local communities, on a global scale.

He currently resides in Spain where he continues to produce projects with Open Roads Media as he hosts Latitude Adjustment podcast that highlights underrepresented communities, places, and issues around the world. 

To learn more, please visit https://www.latitudeadjustmentpod.com and https://www.openroadsmedia.org/.

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]]> Alan Graham - Founder and CEO of Mobile Loaves and Fishes Alan Graham - Founder and CEO of Mobile Loaves and Fishes Tue, 09 Mar 2021 13:00:00 GMT 50:15 Buzzsprout-8104612 false https://www.buzzsprout.com/1483687/website/background/edit 6185fe99191fd30013f5f576 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 14 Alan Graham Started Mobile Loaves and Fishes in 1998, a social outreach ministry that provides food and clothing, cultivates community, and promotes dignity to men and women in need.  He and four friends boldly answered their call to “love your neighbor” by delivering meals to men and women experiencing homelessness from the back of a green minivan. Since its founding, MLF volunteers have served more than 5 million meals with a side of hope to men and women living on the streets of Austin, and the organization has spawned similar food truck ministries in other cities across the U.S.

Alan also is the lead visionary behind MLF’s Community First! Village—a 51-acre master planned development in northeast Austin that provides affordable, permanent housing and a supportive community for men and women coming out of chronic homelessness. Alan is a published author of the book Welcome Homeless: One Man’s Journey of Discovering the Meaning of Home. He also is the host of the Gospel Con Carne podcast, which explores the woundedness of society through untold stories of individuals who have encountered homelessness.

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]]> Alan Graham Started Mobile Loaves and Fishes in 1998, a social outreach ministry that provides food and clothing, cultivates community, and promotes dignity to men and women in need.  He and four friends boldly answered their call to “love your neighbor” by delivering meals to men and women experiencing homelessness from the back of a green minivan. Since its founding, MLF volunteers have served more than 5 million meals with a side of hope to men and women living on the streets of Austin, and the organization has spawned similar food truck ministries in other cities across the U.S.

Alan also is the lead visionary behind MLF’s Community First! Village—a 51-acre master planned development in northeast Austin that provides affordable, permanent housing and a supportive community for men and women coming out of chronic homelessness. Alan is a published author of the book Welcome Homeless: One Man’s Journey of Discovering the Meaning of Home. He also is the host of the Gospel Con Carne podcast, which explores the woundedness of society through untold stories of individuals who have encountered homelessness.

For more information and/or to donate to this incredible organization, please visit: https://mlf.org/

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]]> The Kidnapping of Hotel Rwanda Hero Paul Rusesabagina The Kidnapping of Hotel Rwanda Hero Paul Rusesabagina Tue, 02 Mar 2021 13:00:00 GMT 1:04:01 Buzzsprout-8057382 false https://www.buzzsprout.com/1483687/website/background/edit 6185fe99191fd30013f5f577 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 2 13 Anaise and Carine Kanimba are the adopted daughters of Paul Rusesabagina, the humanitarian famous for saving 1,200 refugees during the 1994 Rwandan genocide, whose true story was told in the 2004 film, Hotel Rwanda. Since then, he’s published the autobiography, “An Ordinary Man” in 2006 and has received many humanitarian and civil rights awards, including a Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2005 from President George W. Bush.  Now Paul Rusesabagina, who angered the Rwandan government with his pointed criticism from exile in the years after the genocide, has gone on trial in a prosecution that has drawn broad international condemnation. In August 2020, he was seen in handcuffs in the Rwandan capital, Kigali, with no explanation from authorities as to how he had come to be there. Rusesabagina faces 13 charges including terrorism, complicity in murder, and forming an armed rebel group. He is facing trial with 20 alleged rebel fighters. In this conversation with Anaise and Carine, we discuss the current trials and how we can help free Paul Rusesabagina. 

To sign the petition for Joe Biden to demand the release of Paul Rusesabagina, please visit:
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]]> Anaise and Carine Kanimba are the adopted daughters of Paul Rusesabagina, the humanitarian famous for saving 1,200 refugees during the 1994 Rwandan genocide, whose true story was told in the 2004 film, Hotel Rwanda. Since then, he’s published the autobiography, “An Ordinary Man” in 2006 and has received many humanitarian and civil rights awards, including a Presidential Medal of Freedom in 2005 from President George W. Bush.  Now Paul Rusesabagina, who angered the Rwandan government with his pointed criticism from exile in the years after the genocide, has gone on trial in a prosecution that has drawn broad international condemnation. In August 2020, he was seen in handcuffs in the Rwandan capital, Kigali, with no explanation from authorities as to how he had come to be there. Rusesabagina faces 13 charges including terrorism, complicity in murder, and forming an armed rebel group. He is facing trial with 20 alleged rebel fighters. In this conversation with Anaise and Carine, we discuss the current trials and how we can help free Paul Rusesabagina. 

To sign the petition for Joe Biden to demand the release of Paul Rusesabagina, please visit:
https://actionnetwork.org/petitions/tell-president-to-demand-the-release-of-paul-rusesabagina?fbclid=IwAR3fAwlkiivvt3X--Ft3LtHcLfIPpcx-EQyVnx2KmL-yvsD_7jrjBP68uws

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]]> CNN Hero of the Year - Chad Pregracke CNN Hero of the Year - Chad Pregracke Tue, 02 Feb 2021 13:00:00 GMT 35:53 Buzzsprout-7467577 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f578 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 1 12 Season 1 Finale:  Chad Pregracke grew up near the Mississipi River in East Moline, Illinois. From his childhood experience and first job as a clam digger, he decided he wanted to do something about all of the trash collected in the river. At the age of 17, Chad started making calls to government agencies to notify them of the problem, assuming someone would take care of it.

But overtime, the problem only got worse. In 1997, Chad decided that if no one else was going to clean up the river, he would. In 1998 at the age of 23, Chad founded Living Lands & Waters. The crew averages nine states a year along the Mississippi, Illinois and Ohio Rivers, as well as many of their tributaries.

Most recently, Chad expanded the mission of the organization to include Student Educational Workshops, The MillionTrees Project, Adopt-a-River Mile, Invasive Species Removal and The Great Mississippi River Cleanup. He’s received an abundance of awards and honors over the years including the Jefferson Award or Public Service and he was named CNN’s hero of the year. Chad is also the author of From the Bottom Up: One Man’s Crusade to Clean America’s Rivers.

For more information, or to make a donation, please visit:
LivingLandsandWaters.org

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]]> Season 1 Finale:  Chad Pregracke grew up near the Mississipi River in East Moline, Illinois. From his childhood experience and first job as a clam digger, he decided he wanted to do something about all of the trash collected in the river. At the age of 17, Chad started making calls to government agencies to notify them of the problem, assuming someone would take care of it.

But overtime, the problem only got worse. In 1997, Chad decided that if no one else was going to clean up the river, he would. In 1998 at the age of 23, Chad founded Living Lands & Waters. The crew averages nine states a year along the Mississippi, Illinois and Ohio Rivers, as well as many of their tributaries.

Most recently, Chad expanded the mission of the organization to include Student Educational Workshops, The MillionTrees Project, Adopt-a-River Mile, Invasive Species Removal and The Great Mississippi River Cleanup. He’s received an abundance of awards and honors over the years including the Jefferson Award or Public Service and he was named CNN’s hero of the year. Chad is also the author of From the Bottom Up: One Man’s Crusade to Clean America’s Rivers.

For more information, or to make a donation, please visit:
LivingLandsandWaters.org

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]]> Clotilda: The Last Slave Ship Speaks - Part 2 Clotilda: The Last Slave Ship Speaks - Part 2 Tue, 26 Jan 2021 13:00:00 GMT 56:09 Buzzsprout-7466359 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f579 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 1 11 As seen on 60 Minutes, the Last Slave Ship, known as the Clotilda, is a mysterious story that can’t be told in a hurry. As a matter of fact, it’s taken 159 years to be told and is still not finished.

It started with simple people living simple lives in their ‘own’ African country, before being captured by a rival tribe, sold to a wealthy slave owner from America and forced to live in squalor on a two-month voyage across an unforgiving Atlantic Ocean.

And despite a then 50-year-old federal law against importing Africans, Clotilda and its cargo of 110 ‘human beings’ still dropped anchor at Mobile Bay on July 9, 1860…capping a gut-wrenching two-month plus voyage for those terrified captives. The Clotilda was burned and sunk in an Alabama River after bringing these slaves across the Atlantic in 1860. Two years ago, its remains were found. We had the honor of speaking with two descendants of slaves that were on that ship, as well as the captain’s descendent who brought the slaves from Africa to Alabama. Darron Patterson is the descendent of the slave, Polle Allen, and Gary Lumbers is the descendent of the slave, Cudjo Lewis. Mike Foster is the descendent of Captain William Foster who built and sailed the ship. The three of them have come together in an unlikely friendship to make sure the story of the Clotilda, and the legacy of the 110 slaves on board, lives on forever.

To learn more about this story and/or to make a donation please visit:
 https://theclotildastory.com/
https://www.cudjolewisfamily.org/gallery 

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Clotilda's on Fire by Shemekia Copeland

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]]> As seen on 60 Minutes, the Last Slave Ship, known as the Clotilda, is a mysterious story that can’t be told in a hurry. As a matter of fact, it’s taken 159 years to be told and is still not finished.

It started with simple people living simple lives in their ‘own’ African country, before being captured by a rival tribe, sold to a wealthy slave owner from America and forced to live in squalor on a two-month voyage across an unforgiving Atlantic Ocean.

And despite a then 50-year-old federal law against importing Africans, Clotilda and its cargo of 110 ‘human beings’ still dropped anchor at Mobile Bay on July 9, 1860…capping a gut-wrenching two-month plus voyage for those terrified captives. The Clotilda was burned and sunk in an Alabama River after bringing these slaves across the Atlantic in 1860. Two years ago, its remains were found. We had the honor of speaking with two descendants of slaves that were on that ship, as well as the captain’s descendent who brought the slaves from Africa to Alabama. Darron Patterson is the descendent of the slave, Polle Allen, and Gary Lumbers is the descendent of the slave, Cudjo Lewis. Mike Foster is the descendent of Captain William Foster who built and sailed the ship. The three of them have come together in an unlikely friendship to make sure the story of the Clotilda, and the legacy of the 110 slaves on board, lives on forever.

To learn more about this story and/or to make a donation please visit:
 https://theclotildastory.com/
https://www.cudjolewisfamily.org/gallery 

Music Credit:
Clotilda's on Fire by Shemekia Copeland

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]]> Clotilda: The Last Slave Ship Speaks - Part 1 Clotilda: The Last Slave Ship Speaks - Part 1 Tue, 19 Jan 2021 13:00:00 GMT 1:41:34 Buzzsprout-7366432 false https://www.buzzsprout.com/1483687/website/background/edit 6185fe99191fd30013f5f57a 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 1 10 The Last Slave Ship, known as the Clotilda, is a mysterious story that can’t be told in a hurry. As a matter of fact, it’s taken 159 years to be told and is still not finished.

It started with simple people living simple lives in their ‘own’ African country, before being captured by a rival tribe, sold to a wealthy slave owner from America and forced to live in squalor on a two-month voyage across an unforgiving Atlantic Ocean.

And despite a then 50-year-old federal law against importing Africans, Clotilda and its cargo of 110 ‘human beings’ still dropped anchor at Mobile Bay on July 9, 1860…capping a gut-wrenching two-month plus voyage for those terrified captives. The Clotilda was burned and sunk in an Alabama River after bringing these slaves across the Atlantic in 1860. Two years ago, its remains were found. We had the honor of speaking with two descendants of slaves that were on that ship, as well as the captain’s descendent who brought the slaves from Africa to Alabama. Darron Patterson is the descendent of the slave, Polle Allen, and Gary Lumbers is the descendent of the slave, Cudjo Lewis. Mike Foster is the descendent of Captain William Foster who built and sailed the ship. The three of them have come together in an unlikely friendship to make sure the story of the Clotilda, and the legacy of the 110 slaves on board, lives on forever.

To learn more about this story and/or to make a donation please visit:
 https://theclotildastory.com/
https://www.cudjolewisfamily.org/gallery 

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Clotilda's on Fire by Shemekia Copeland

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]]> The Last Slave Ship, known as the Clotilda, is a mysterious story that can’t be told in a hurry. As a matter of fact, it’s taken 159 years to be told and is still not finished.

It started with simple people living simple lives in their ‘own’ African country, before being captured by a rival tribe, sold to a wealthy slave owner from America and forced to live in squalor on a two-month voyage across an unforgiving Atlantic Ocean.

And despite a then 50-year-old federal law against importing Africans, Clotilda and its cargo of 110 ‘human beings’ still dropped anchor at Mobile Bay on July 9, 1860…capping a gut-wrenching two-month plus voyage for those terrified captives. The Clotilda was burned and sunk in an Alabama River after bringing these slaves across the Atlantic in 1860. Two years ago, its remains were found. We had the honor of speaking with two descendants of slaves that were on that ship, as well as the captain’s descendent who brought the slaves from Africa to Alabama. Darron Patterson is the descendent of the slave, Polle Allen, and Gary Lumbers is the descendent of the slave, Cudjo Lewis. Mike Foster is the descendent of Captain William Foster who built and sailed the ship. The three of them have come together in an unlikely friendship to make sure the story of the Clotilda, and the legacy of the 110 slaves on board, lives on forever.

To learn more about this story and/or to make a donation please visit:
 https://theclotildastory.com/
https://www.cudjolewisfamily.org/gallery 

Music Credit:
Clotilda's on Fire by Shemekia Copeland

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]]> Christy Harrison: Anti-Diet Author, Journalist, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor Christy Harrison: Anti-Diet Author, Journalist, and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor Tue, 12 Jan 2021 13:00:00 GMT 1:06:15 Buzzsprout-7244629 false https://www.buzzsprout.com/1483687/7244629 6185fe99191fd30013f5f57b 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 1 9 Christy Harrison, MPH, RD, CDN is an anti-diet registered dietitian nutritionist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and author of the book Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being, and Happiness Through Intuitive Eating (Little, Brown Spark 2019). She offers online courses and private intuitive eating coaching to help people all over the world make peace with food and their bodies. Since 2013 Christy has hosted Food Psych, a weekly podcast exploring people’s relationships with food and paths to body liberation. It is now one of Apple’s top 100 health podcasts, reaching tens of thousands of listeners worldwide each week. 

Christy began her career in 2003 as a journalist covering food, nutrition, and health, and she’s written for publications including The New York Times, SELF, BuzzFeed, WIRED, Refinery29, Gourmet, Slate, The Food Network, and many others. Learn more about Christy and her work at christyharrison.com.

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]]> Christy Harrison, MPH, RD, CDN is an anti-diet registered dietitian nutritionist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and author of the book Anti-Diet: Reclaim Your Time, Money, Well-Being, and Happiness Through Intuitive Eating (Little, Brown Spark 2019). She offers online courses and private intuitive eating coaching to help people all over the world make peace with food and their bodies. Since 2013 Christy has hosted Food Psych, a weekly podcast exploring people’s relationships with food and paths to body liberation. It is now one of Apple’s top 100 health podcasts, reaching tens of thousands of listeners worldwide each week. 

Christy began her career in 2003 as a journalist covering food, nutrition, and health, and she’s written for publications including The New York Times, SELF, BuzzFeed, WIRED, Refinery29, Gourmet, Slate, The Food Network, and many others. Learn more about Christy and her work at christyharrison.com.

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]]> <![CDATA[Global Storytelling Series: The "Graffiti Grandma," Irmela Mensah-Schramm]]> Tue, 05 Jan 2021 13:00:00 GMT 55:51 Buzzsprout-7117642 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f57c 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 1 8 In this Global Storytelling Series episode, we chatted with Irmela Mensah-Schramm and our friend and translator from Germany, Petra Nikol.

Irmela Mensah-Schramm is a 75-year-old activist who set out to erase symbols of hate in the world. Often referred to as “Graffiti Grandma", she’s spent the last 3 decades removing and covering up Nazi imagery and racist graffiti in Berlin, Germany. She was featured in the 2017 documentary, The Hate Destroyer, and has received several awards including The Göttingen Peace Prize and The Erich-Kästner-Prize . Irmela’s removed 88,300 Neo-Nazi stickers since 2007 and continues to fight against racism and discrimination. In this episode, Irmela describes her experiences growing up in post-World War II Germany and the events that led her to find purpose in removing racist and xenophobic graffiti. We hope that her extraordinary story will leave you feeling inspired as we begin the new year.

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Song credit for this episode: "Liebe" by German band Neufundland

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]]> In this Global Storytelling Series episode, we chatted with Irmela Mensah-Schramm and our friend and translator from Germany, Petra Nikol.

Irmela Mensah-Schramm is a 75-year-old activist who set out to erase symbols of hate in the world. Often referred to as “Graffiti Grandma", she’s spent the last 3 decades removing and covering up Nazi imagery and racist graffiti in Berlin, Germany. She was featured in the 2017 documentary, The Hate Destroyer, and has received several awards including The Göttingen Peace Prize and The Erich-Kästner-Prize . Irmela’s removed 88,300 Neo-Nazi stickers since 2007 and continues to fight against racism and discrimination. In this episode, Irmela describes her experiences growing up in post-World War II Germany and the events that led her to find purpose in removing racist and xenophobic graffiti. We hope that her extraordinary story will leave you feeling inspired as we begin the new year.

 If you wish to make a donation, visit www.hass-vernichtet.de

Song credit for this episode: "Liebe" by German band Neufundland

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]]> CNN Hero of the Year - Ibu Robin Lim CNN Hero of the Year - Ibu Robin Lim Tue, 29 Dec 2020 13:00:00 GMT 1:28:18 Buzzsprout-7013605 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f57d 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 1 7 Ibu Robin Lim CPM is a Filipino–American midwife, mother, grandmother, and founder of Yayasan Bumi Sehat a non-profit organization in Indonesia. Lim also serves on the board of Bumi–Wadah Philippines, where she is known as “Lola Robin.” Her Passion is Human Rights in Childbirth. She believes that each individual is an essential “Piece of Peace” therefore by protecting the mothers in childbirth and the newborns (our smallest citizens of Earth) we may build peace, one Baby, one Mother, one Family at a time.

Listen in as she tells the story of  how the tragic death of her sister during childbirth 30 years ago, led her to a life's work that is saving lives and changing how the world views childbirth.

To learn more about Ibu Robin, please visit https://bumisehat.org/

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]]> Ibu Robin Lim CPM is a Filipino–American midwife, mother, grandmother, and founder of Yayasan Bumi Sehat a non-profit organization in Indonesia. Lim also serves on the board of Bumi–Wadah Philippines, where she is known as “Lola Robin.” Her Passion is Human Rights in Childbirth. She believes that each individual is an essential “Piece of Peace” therefore by protecting the mothers in childbirth and the newborns (our smallest citizens of Earth) we may build peace, one Baby, one Mother, one Family at a time.

Listen in as she tells the story of  how the tragic death of her sister during childbirth 30 years ago, led her to a life's work that is saving lives and changing how the world views childbirth.

To learn more about Ibu Robin, please visit https://bumisehat.org/

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]]> <![CDATA[Global Storytelling Series: 27 Years in a Nigerian Prison for a Crime He Didn't Commit - A New Beginning with Dr. Clinton Kanu]]> Tue, 22 Dec 2020 13:00:00 GMT 48:47 Buzzsprout-6929600 false https://www.facebook.com/donate/384877106127293/128788139051736 6185fe99191fd30013f5f57e 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 1 6 Imagine being on top of the world as a young, bright successful 29 year-old entrepreneur living in Nigeria, with your whole world and your whole life ahead of you. And then one day, in almost the blink of an eye, you suddenly find yourself locked up behind bars, in an overcrowded, filthy, oppressively hot, rat infested, maximum-security prison, for a crime you did not commit. Imagine the torture of waiting 14 long years for a trial, only to then be sentenced to death by hanging or firing squad.

For most of us, this would be an unimaginable nightmare straight out of a fictional movie. For Clinton Kanu, this was just the first semester of his 27 years in prison. 27 lost years, for a crime he did not commit.

Last year, the Supreme Court of Nigeria finally acquitted and released Dr. Kanu. We say "Doctor," because while in prison, he earned his Bachelors, his Masters and not 1, but 2 PhDs. What’s equally astounding, is that in spite of losing so many years in the prime of his life, Dr. Kanu not only holds no resentment towards his captors and his government, known for its depth of corruption in its prison system, but is determined to dedicate the rest of his life towards helping others, both wrongfully accused, but also as he says, to help the “downtrodden, poor and forgotten people around the world.

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]]> Imagine being on top of the world as a young, bright successful 29 year-old entrepreneur living in Nigeria, with your whole world and your whole life ahead of you. And then one day, in almost the blink of an eye, you suddenly find yourself locked up behind bars, in an overcrowded, filthy, oppressively hot, rat infested, maximum-security prison, for a crime you did not commit. Imagine the torture of waiting 14 long years for a trial, only to then be sentenced to death by hanging or firing squad.

For most of us, this would be an unimaginable nightmare straight out of a fictional movie. For Clinton Kanu, this was just the first semester of his 27 years in prison. 27 lost years, for a crime he did not commit.

Last year, the Supreme Court of Nigeria finally acquitted and released Dr. Kanu. We say "Doctor," because while in prison, he earned his Bachelors, his Masters and not 1, but 2 PhDs. What’s equally astounding, is that in spite of losing so many years in the prime of his life, Dr. Kanu not only holds no resentment towards his captors and his government, known for its depth of corruption in its prison system, but is determined to dedicate the rest of his life towards helping others, both wrongfully accused, but also as he says, to help the “downtrodden, poor and forgotten people around the world.

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]]> Bonus Christmas Episode! Bonus Christmas Episode! Thu, 17 Dec 2020 13:00:00 GMT 39:58 Buzzsprout-6882473 false https://shows.acast.com/better-place-project-with-steve-norris/episodes/6185fe99191fd30013f5f57f 6185fe99191fd30013f5f57f 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 1 5 In this Christmas Bonus Episode, we chat about our own holiday traditions growing up and what we look forward to the most about the holidays. We even take a trip down memory lane and listen to clips of some Norris original Christmas songs from the 90s and early 2000s. That’s right, we have our own Christmas album. Pour yourself some eggnog or hot cocoa and enjoy this holiday special!

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]]> In this Christmas Bonus Episode, we chat about our own holiday traditions growing up and what we look forward to the most about the holidays. We even take a trip down memory lane and listen to clips of some Norris original Christmas songs from the 90s and early 2000s. That’s right, we have our own Christmas album. Pour yourself some eggnog or hot cocoa and enjoy this holiday special!

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]]> Dr. David Vaughan - The Eureka Mistake Dr. David Vaughan - The Eureka Mistake Tue, 15 Dec 2020 13:00:00 GMT 1:00:09 Buzzsprout-6810787 false http://plantamillioncorals.org 6185fe99191fd30013f5f580 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 1 4 The New York Times called it "The Eureka Mistake." Meet world renowned Marine Biologist Dr. David Vaughan, along with his daughter Dee Dee,  as we chat about his accidental discovery that is changing the world; changing the way we are regrowing our coral reefs that have been dying due to increasing ocean temperatures.  Coral reefs provide 25% to 40% of all the fisheries we enjoy, as well as play a role in the ocean's providing us the very oxygen that we breathe.  They also break the storm waves, the surges and hurricane damage that allows us to live near the coasts.  Simply put, we rely on healthy living coral reefs for our survival.  But unfortunately, since the 1970s, they have been dying off rapidly.

With techniques that Dr. Vaughan discovered and implemented, new coral can grow back in weeks, instead of years. Using this new method, he can grow a coral in 1-2 years that would normally have taken 15-25 years. We can now regrow our reefs at a rate that can make a difference!  Hear his remarkable story and the challenges he's had to overcome both before and since this incredible discovery.

To donate and/or to learn more, please visit http://plantamillioncorals.org

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]]> The New York Times called it "The Eureka Mistake." Meet world renowned Marine Biologist Dr. David Vaughan, along with his daughter Dee Dee,  as we chat about his accidental discovery that is changing the world; changing the way we are regrowing our coral reefs that have been dying due to increasing ocean temperatures.  Coral reefs provide 25% to 40% of all the fisheries we enjoy, as well as play a role in the ocean's providing us the very oxygen that we breathe.  They also break the storm waves, the surges and hurricane damage that allows us to live near the coasts.  Simply put, we rely on healthy living coral reefs for our survival.  But unfortunately, since the 1970s, they have been dying off rapidly.

With techniques that Dr. Vaughan discovered and implemented, new coral can grow back in weeks, instead of years. Using this new method, he can grow a coral in 1-2 years that would normally have taken 15-25 years. We can now regrow our reefs at a rate that can make a difference!  Hear his remarkable story and the challenges he's had to overcome both before and since this incredible discovery.

To donate and/or to learn more, please visit http://plantamillioncorals.org

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]]> Ryan Griffin - Read to Your Barber Literacy Program Ryan Griffin - Read to Your Barber Literacy Program Tue, 08 Dec 2020 14:00:00 GMT 55:05 Buzzsprout-6697669 false https://betterplaceproject.buzzsprout.com/ 6185fe99191fd30013f5f581 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 1 3 Meet the ever-inspiring Ryan Griffin, who started a program in his barber shop whereby kids get a discount if they read to him while getting their hair cut. He dropped off books at other barber shops in his small town to help encourage all kids to fall in love with reading.  His story, which began with that first child reading to him, has now spread around the world.

But, as we discovered in this conversation, the Read to Your Barber Literacy Program simply scratches the surface of who Ryan Griffin really is, what he stands for, and what he'd still like to achieve.  Join us as we chat about Black Lives Matter, race relations, and the "Black Wall Street Massacre," which happened 100 years ago in Tulsa, Oklahoma, yet is just now finally being talked about on a wide scale.

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]]> Meet the ever-inspiring Ryan Griffin, who started a program in his barber shop whereby kids get a discount if they read to him while getting their hair cut. He dropped off books at other barber shops in his small town to help encourage all kids to fall in love with reading.  His story, which began with that first child reading to him, has now spread around the world.

But, as we discovered in this conversation, the Read to Your Barber Literacy Program simply scratches the surface of who Ryan Griffin really is, what he stands for, and what he'd still like to achieve.  Join us as we chat about Black Lives Matter, race relations, and the "Black Wall Street Massacre," which happened 100 years ago in Tulsa, Oklahoma, yet is just now finally being talked about on a wide scale.

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]]> Rob Scheer - CNN Hero and Founder of ComfortCases.org Rob Scheer - CNN Hero and Founder of ComfortCases.org Tue, 08 Dec 2020 13:00:00 GMT 1:11:51 Buzzsprout-6683378 false http://Comfortcases.org 6185fe99191fd30013f5f582 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 full 1 2 Rob and Reece Scheer are the proud fathers of five children from the foster care system who arrived at their home with trash bags. Growing up in foster care himself, Rob remembered feeling disposable as a child carrying a trash bag to his foster home, and he wondered how this could still be happening 30 years later. 

In 2013, the Scheer family set out on a mission to eliminate the use of trash bags in the foster care system and provide children entering the system with brand new essential and comfort items. To date, Comfort Cases has impacted over 110,000 children in the foster care system.

Rob is currently the CEO of Comfort Cases, traveling the country to share his story and advocate for youth in foster care. He published his memoir in 2018: A Forever Family: Fostering Change One Child at a Time. Reece cares for their five children at home. They live on a farm in Darnestown, MD with 2 cats, 2 dogs, a bird, 3 goats, several chickens and ducks, and a pig named Penelope.

For more information about Comfort Cases and/or to make a donation, please visit:
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]]> Rob and Reece Scheer are the proud fathers of five children from the foster care system who arrived at their home with trash bags. Growing up in foster care himself, Rob remembered feeling disposable as a child carrying a trash bag to his foster home, and he wondered how this could still be happening 30 years later. 

In 2013, the Scheer family set out on a mission to eliminate the use of trash bags in the foster care system and provide children entering the system with brand new essential and comfort items. To date, Comfort Cases has impacted over 110,000 children in the foster care system.

Rob is currently the CEO of Comfort Cases, traveling the country to share his story and advocate for youth in foster care. He published his memoir in 2018: A Forever Family: Fostering Change One Child at a Time. Reece cares for their five children at home. They live on a farm in Darnestown, MD with 2 cats, 2 dogs, a bird, 3 goats, several chickens and ducks, and a pig named Penelope.

For more information about Comfort Cases and/or to make a donation, please visit:
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]]> An Introduction to Better Place Project with Steve Norris An Introduction to Better Place Project with Steve Norris Thu, 12 Nov 2020 18:00:00 GMT 11:43 Buzzsprout-6344773 false https://shows.acast.com/better-place-project-with-steve-norris/episodes/6185fe99191fd30013f5f583 6185fe99191fd30013f5f583 6185fe9164f92b00193fe6b1 trailer 1 1 Start here to get a quick introduction to Better Place Project with Steve Norris.  Meet Steve and his Co-Host/Daughter Erin as they discuss what this crazy podcast is all about! :)

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]]> Start here to get a quick introduction to Better Place Project with Steve Norris.  Meet Steve and his Co-Host/Daughter Erin as they discuss what this crazy podcast is all about! :)

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