253: The Pad Project - Melissa Berton
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Melissa Berton, Academy Award-winning producer, educator, and co-founder of —a nonprofit organization working to end period stigma and empower women and girls worldwide through access to menstrual products and education. Melissa’s story is one of purpose, passion, and powerful change. What began as a high school project with her students has evolved into a global movement, providing menstrual hygiene resources, launching pad-making enterprises, and advocating for menstrual equity around the world. Melissa is also the...
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252: Center for the Rights of Abused Children - Darcy Olsen
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Darcy Olsen — powerhouse advocate, author, and founder of the Center for the Rights of Abused Children — a nonprofit organization dedicated to defending the rights of abused, abandoned, and neglected children. Darcy’s journey is one of fierce determination, deep compassion, and relentless advocacy for our most vulnerable. A former foster mom, who adopted four of the children that she fostered, Darcy founded the Center after witnessing firsthand the injustices and systemic failures within the child welfare and...
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251: Wish Upon A Teen - Michelle Scerbo + Nancy Sovran
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Michelle Scerbo, founder of Wish Upon a Teen, and Nancy Sovran, the organization’s Executive Director — two incredible women who are bringing hope, comfort, and joy to teens facing serious medical conditions. Wish Upon a Teen is a nonprofit organization that provides creative, social, and emotional support to teenagers who are living with complex medical challenges. Michelle founded the organization in 2011 after recognizing a significant gap in care for teens in hospital settings. While many programs focus on young...
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250: GlamourGals - Rachel Doyle
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Rachel Doyle, founder of GlamourGals—a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring and organizing teen volunteers to provide companionship and beauty makeovers to elderly residents in senior homes. Rachel’s story is one of compassion, connection, and empowerment. What started as a simple idea to honor her grandmother has grown into a nationwide movement, bringing joy, dignity, and friendship to seniors while cultivating a new generation of empathetic young leaders. Through GlamourGals, teens across the country are...
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249: Special Bonus Episode - 'LIVE' from Rebel Nell's International Women's Day Event
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This is a very special episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast featuring our dear friend Producer Rachel (Giordano) and some really inspiring world-changing women at Rebel Nell's International Women’s Day event. A few weeks ago, Kate flew to New York City to appear on The Kelly Clarkson Show, and Producer Rachel filled in for this special episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast at Rebel Nell’s International Women’s Day event. When Kate first realized she wouldn’t be able to attend the Rebel Nell event, she called Producer Rachel, and she immediately jumped in to collaborate with us...
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248: Freedom and Fashion - Laverne Delgado
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Laverne Delgado, founder of Freedom and Fashion—a nonprofit organization dedicated to using fashion and the creative arts to empower survivors of trafficking, homelessness, and other injustices. Laverne’s journey is one of passion, purpose, and advocacy. Through Freedom and Fashion, she has created a powerful platform that not only provides survivors with creative expression and professional development but also helps them rebuild their confidence and reclaim their narratives. By leveraging fashion, art, and mentorship,...
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247: Backpack Buddies - Denise Bjurholm + Terri Bagen
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Denise Bjurholm, Executive Director of Backpack Buddies, and Terri Bagen, Founding Board Member of the organization—a nonprofit dedicated to fighting childhood hunger by providing weekend meals to children facing food insecurity. Backpack Buddies is making an incredible impact by ensuring that children who rely on school meals during the week don’t go hungry over the weekend. With a mission to serve and support children and families in need, Backpack Buddies partners with schools and community organizations to discreetly...
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246: Part 2 - 1 Girl Revolution's The Power of Her: A Celebration of Women Making History
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we’re back with Part 2 of The Power of HER: A Celebration of Women Making History – a historic live podcast recording featuring over 20 powerhouse women who are creating change and rewriting history. Hosted LIVE in Detroit, this unforgettable night was a vibrant celebration of women, resilience, and the incredible world-changing contributions women are making every single day. In honor of Women's History Month, we gathered some of Michigan's fiercest 1 Girl Revolution's to share their stories, their missions, and their heart for...
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245: Part 1 - 1 Girl Revolution's The Power of Her: A Celebration of Women Making History
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we’re bringing you Part 1 of The Power of HER: A Celebration of Women Making History—a historic live podcast recording featuring over 20 powerhouse women who are making a difference in the world. Hosted LIVE in Detroit, this unforgettable night was filled with inspiring stories, incredible women, and a powerful reminder of the impact we can make when we come together. We gathered many of the incredible 1 Girl Revolutions from Michigan—women who are making history and changing the world everyday—to share their stories, to...
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244: Picking Up the Pieces - Shana White
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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Shana White, founder of Picking Up the Pieces—a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping individuals and families transition out of homelessness through interior design and essential resources. Picking Up the Pieces is a beacon of transformative change, envisioning a future where every person moving from homelessness experiences the warmth and stability of a well-designed home. Shana’s story is one of resilience, transformation, and unwavering hope. She has dedicated her life to serving others and helping those in...
info_outlineOn this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Gina Spehn, co-founder of New Day Foundation for Families - a foundation that provides financial and emotional support to families facing cancer. Gina and her husband, Michael, founded New Day in 2007 at their kitchen table, driven by the legacies of their late spouses, Matt Kell and Cathy Spehn, their own experiences, and their desire to ease the burden of cancer for others. In this episode, Gina also reflects on the faith, hope, and love that have shaped her family's life and guided their commitment to the cancer community.
Gina and Michael’s story is beautifully captured in their New York Times bestselling memoir, The Color of Rain, which was adapted into a Hallmark Original movie in 2014. Gina and Michael have shared their message on national platforms, including The Today Show, ABC World News, TEDx Detroit, and more. Gina continues to serve as president of New Day Foundation, while Michael works in financial services as a CES specialist. Together, they’ve raised five children and are passionate about supporting Michigan families facing cancer through New Day’s financial aid programs, counseling resources, and grocery support.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
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Gina’s inspiring life story and her beautiful love stories;
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About Gina’s cancer journey with her late husband Matt and her son who was diagnosed with cancer as a teenager;
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How Gina and her husband Michael decided to start the New Day Foundation for Families;
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Stories of families and individuals who have been helped through the New Day Foundation for Families;
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The story of how Gina and Michael’s story became a NYT bestseller and a Hallmark movie;
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And so much more!
Tune in to hear more about Gina’s personal story, the foundation’s impact, and how the legacies of Matt and Cathy continue to inspire their work in the cancer community.
For more information on Gina and the New Day Foundation for Families, please visit: www.1GirlRevolution.com/GinaSpehn
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