Rooftop Revolution
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Discover the transformative power of green roofs as we explore their environmental, social, and economic impact on urban landscapes. Join us as we interview Tonya Gayle, Executive Director of Green City Force, and Amy Falder, Co-founder of New York Green Roofs, to learn about their innovative strategies and the inspiring stories behind this movement.
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Swift Intervention
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You knew a storm was coming but you never imagined it would be this bad. You climb to safe ground, but relief is temporary. Then you hear it. Our story starts here.
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Target
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For one man during COVID, his local park offered a virus-safe place to share time and camaraderie with others where few places existed. Armed with a frisbee and a few new friends, he found a calling to serve his diverse community in need of good clean (and green) fun. It’s called Target and our story starts here.
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Change Agent
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We want our kids (and ourselves for that matter) to emulate positive role models - people who inspire us to be better humans. Their influence affects the way we view the world around us and ultimately impacts decisions we make on how we conduct ourselves and live our lives. For one man growing up in the rural ghetto, he was drawn into a world of crime, quick cash, addiction, and incarceration. It’s a story about hard knocks, about finding unlikely role models in unlikely places, and about second chance
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Crēdo
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For one woman in Illinois watching the horrors of 9/11 on her television sparked her own personal call to action. Surely, she thought, New York City hospitals would be in great demand for blood donations and as a young, physically active mother of four – donating blood was the least she felt she could do. But an unexpected low-grade fever turned into something much worse, changing her life and bolstering her promise to help others in need. It’s called “Crēdo” and our story starts here.
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Rescued
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What animals bring to society – to our families, into our homes or our work – is priceless. But sometimes, their lives don’t start out or end up so great. From Houston to Wisconsin, for two women, their passions in life have come as a calling and they care for souls, both two and four-footed, with a love and patience focused to bring, heal or resurrect life. It’s called Rescued and our story starts here.
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Dumpster
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For one woman in Teton County, Wyoming, education exposed her to concepts and truths about nutrition’s roll in the health of our communities. A most unconventional date with a guy named Alex piqued her interest – refocusing her life’s work path to non-profit food rescue. It’s called Dumpster and our story starts here.
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The Jennie Effect
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For one couple, the quest for a little extra space turned into an improbable journey that centers around the tucked away history of a small house with a captain, and a very special young girl. This episode shares the benefits of historic preservation through the story of the Captain Timothy Hill House on Chincoteague Island, VA. It’s called The Jennie Effect and our story starts here.
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Take Me Home
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There is a group of passionate volunteers who feel SO strongly about the Mountain State finding hope that they are collectively writing a new narrative and bolstering their imagination from the inside out.
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Beehold
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From his work with local nuns looking for answers about their barren apple trees to his consulting with golf courses in natural habitat management to classrooms, and his own design workshop - he is a true beeliever in the good story - the gospel of abundance as taught by bees and he’s helping protect Wisconsin’s beloved pollinators. It’s called BEHOLD and our story starts here.
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This episode explores the challenges and opportunities faced by formerly incarcerated individuals re-entering society. We meet Philip Cooper, a force for good who is changing the reentry landscape through his organization, Operation Gateway.
Key Takeaways:
- Second Chances Matter: Philip's story highlights the importance of providing opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration for formerly incarcerated individuals.
- Barriers to Reentry: Returning citizens face numerous obstacles, including lack of housing, employment opportunities, and access to public services.
- The Power of Mentorship: Philip's experience with mentors in prison demonstrates the positive impact of peer support during recovery.
- Breaking the Cycle: Operation Gateway helps equip individuals with the resources and support needed to successfully re-enter their communities.
- We Can All Be Change Agents: This episode encourages us to shift our perspectives on reentry and advocate for change within the system.
Call to Action:
- Learn More: Follow Operation Gateway on social media
- Support Resources: Contact the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration National Helpline (1-800-662-HELP) or NAMI (text "HELPLINE" to 62640) for confidential support.
- Shift the Conversation: Talk about reentry and addiction with empathy and openness.
Special Thanks:
Special thanks to Ben Berry from Mtn Craft for nominating Operation Gateway and Philip Cooper for the show. We are grateful to Philip Cooper for sharing his powerful story and insights, and to Andrea Morris for her valuable perspective on addiction and recovery. We appreciate the musical contributions of GangstaGrass whose song "You Can Never Go Home Again" perfectly captured the essence of the episode.
Sponsors:
This episode of Impactually is brought to you by the generous financial support of April Collins Potterfield, JLB Images. And listeners like you! Thank you!
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