We all get a good feeling when we show up for others – whether it’s a family member, neighbor, or community organization. Giving is supposed feel good — and who couldn’t use more of that? On May 2 to 3, visit GiveBIGWa.org to discover and donate to nonprofits that are making good things happen in your community and around our state. Heidi Wills is the Executive Director of PAWS. PAWS is people helping cats, dogs and wild animals go home and thrive - whether home is the family room or the forest....
Apr 28, 2023•29 min
GiveBIG is an annual online fundraising event for more than 1400 nonprofits serving Washington. Joey Cohn is the General Manager of KNKX a public station in Seattle that plays Jazz. They depend on the donations of their listeners to operate. Nancy Long is the Executive Director of The 501 commons the governing non profit putting on "Give Big WA". On May 2-3. Visit GiveBIGWA.org to discover and donate to nonprofits that are making good things happen. The platform is open for Early Giving now. Go ...
Apr 21, 2023•26 min
Sharon McNeil talks about the mental and physical benefits of art for baby boomers. When people retire they often need something to challenge them to keep learning and continue or even begin being creative. Her art soiree is for beginners/novice artists who are open to giving it a try and learning something new. This is an incredible way to keep your mind engaged as you age. Sharon McNeil Art See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/priva...
Apr 14, 2023•26 min
In his first book, pastor David Peterson looks beyond the simple and surface-level understanding of why we need to forgive and instead helps us understand how. He also introduces us to God’s complex design and the biochemical workings of our brains that explain why it's so difficult to do. Neither clinical nor deeply theological, it's a practical, encouraging and relatively short read that helps readers break the process of forgiveness down into manageable steps when, oftentimes, it feels imposs...
Mar 31, 2023•25 min
Kyle Duncan author of Hope for Ukraine: Stories of Grit and Grace from the Front Lines of War. Part narrative, part wartime dispatch, Hope for Ukraine transports you into the gritty reality of war-torn Ukraine--and the front lines of faith, survival, and miraculous intervention. From scrambling to escape the bombs leveling their neighborhoods to fleeing sex traffickers in the chaos of border crossings to rescuing orphans trapped by Russian tanks, these stunning firsthand accounts tell the storie...
Mar 24, 2023•26 min
Geoff Bellville is a top earner globally in a network marketing company. He is here to bust some myths about network marketing and social selling. With the possibility of a recession on the horizon people are looking for answers and ways to create more income for their families. Contact Geoff Belleville See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Mar 17, 2023•26 min
Andrea Duffield CEO and Marketing Director Michael Campbell Danas with Bridgeways share the mission and work of the organization. Bridgeways’ mission is to provide services that promote quality of life for individuals living with mental illness in a manner that facilitates growth, independence, and a sense of community. Bridgeways carries out their mission each day through their manufacturing social enterprise and an array of programs; connecting adults living with mental illness to life-changin...
Mar 10, 2023•26 min
Jenny Slack Equine Directory and Kelsie McGladrey with Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center talk about their programs. Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center is a community where horses transform the bodies, minds, and spirits of people with disabilities. They talk about their amazing clients, volunteers and staff. They have an open house March 5th at 12:30pm at their facility 18675 NE 106th St Redmond, WA 98052. Stop by to see a demonstration. Little Bit See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/pr...
Mar 03, 2023•27 min
Claire Verity, Chairperson, Go Red for Women Puget Sound and President, Regence and Jia Wu, Go Red for Women Ambassador and survivor speaker talk about “Be the Beat”. Unite with women in our community and join the Go Red for Women movement. Make an impact in the fight against heart disease and stroke with the American Heart Association. Attend Be the Beat: A Reimagined Go Red for Women Experience on March 2nd in Seattle. Reserve your table at SeattleGoRed.heart.org. See Privacy Policy at https:/...
Feb 24, 2023•26 min
April Provost with Ideal Option talks about medically assisted treatment and stigma. Ideal Option is a national leader in office-based medication-assisted treatment for addiction to opioids, alcohol, and other substances. Ideal Option, a national leader in outpatient medication-assisted treatment for addiction, is partnering with Holman Recovery Center, Snohomish County Health Department, Marysville Police Department, EvergreenHealth Monroe, Providence, Catholic Community Services, A1 Lifeline, ...
Feb 17, 2023•31 min
Gabriela Condrea has created Tango Stride to teach tango to people with mobility issues. She says it increases mobility and boost confidence, one step at a time. The program is designed for people with mobility challenges who can bear weight and stand (with or without assistance). She says wheelchairs, walkers & canes welcome! TangoStrides Podcast See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Feb 10, 2023•27 min
V Ginny Burton has created a curriculum for people who are incarcerated, she says there is nothing more powerful than helping others when you have been there and done that. Her book "If I Can So Can You" is available to help people in recovery and all proceeds go to help fun her "OUT" program. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Feb 03, 2023•31 min
January is National Sex Trafficking Awareness Month. Jake Neeley, Executive Director of Malouf Foundation and Julie Whitehead, Survivor Leader and Advisory Board Member of the Malouf Foundation join us to talk about the I’m On Watch Training. Sex trafficking is happening right under our noses and if we know what to look for we might be able to save a life. The National Sex Trafficking Hotline is 1 888 373 7888 I am On Watch Training See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California ...
Jan 27, 2023•27 min
January is National Sex Trafficking Awareness Month. Dr. Jessica Peck Author of "Behind Closed Doors: a Guide to help parents and teens navigate through life's toughest issues" talks about sex trafficking. She says it has moved from the streets to the smart phones and parents need to know how to protect their children. She is also the host of the popular podcast DrNurseMama. Dr Jessica Peck See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy...
Jan 20, 2023•28 min
Nikki Wegner with Chinook Enterprises talks with us about opportunities for people with disabilities. Chinook Enterprises is a non-profit designed to operate as a business, but with a social mission: Supporting full participation in community life for people with disabilities or other barriers. Full participation must start with successful employment. Chinook Enterprises See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info...
Jan 13, 2023•27 min
Jacob Grillo MBA PA - C started his medical career as an Army combat medic where he served honorably for 4 years with one tour to Afghanistan. He is now the proud owner of Conquer Addiction PLLC and is passionate about making addiction medicine services available to all who need it by reducing as many barriers to care as possible. Conquer Addiction provides a range of evidence based treatment option, including medications, that have been proven to help people conquer and overcome their addiction...
Jan 06, 2023•26 min
Luke Minor with WA 529 tells us about the GET plan and all the college savings plans available for parents and grandparents. Save now for college later. Enrollment for the GET plan is open now. https://wastate529.wa.gov/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
Dec 22, 2022•26 min
Kyle Duncan Author of Hope for Ukraine: Stories of Grit and Grace from the Frontlines of War, joins us for an update. Since the book has been published he has been in touch with many of the people on the frontlines and is encouraging people to give to the war efforts in Ukraine. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info ....
Dec 02, 2022•26 min
The holidays are a great time to do a digital detox with your kids. Author Molly DeFrank talks about the benefits of getting your kids away from technology for awhile. Giving them a chance to connect with friends and family. She says any family can do this and it is so worth it. In her book Digital Detox she walks you through the steps of setting it up making it happen as well as tips on how to work with a reluctant partner. https://mollydefrank.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/priva...
Dec 02, 2022•29 min
Dr. Jessica Peck is the author of Behind Closed Doors: a guide to help parents and teens navigate through life's toughest issues. The book is a practical guide for parents guiding their tweens and teens through cultural change and modern day health threats. Jessica Peck, a longtime pediatric nurse practitioner and mom of four, helps parents escape the secrecy and shame surrounding challenging moments and engage in honest conversations with friends and peers. https://www.drnursemama.com/ See Priv...
Nov 28, 2022•30 min
C. Ryan Hensley is a 10-year Navy veteran, candidate for Certified Mental Performance Coach with the Association for Applied Sport Psychology and founder of Grace C. Ryan Performance (armoredgrace.com). She holds an advanced degree in performance psychology and spent 5-years with the team of cutting-edge researchers and clinicians at the University of Texas at Dallas’ Center for BrainHealth teaching High-Performance Cognitive Training to military veterans and their spouses and caregivers, active...
Nov 24, 2022•27 min
Luke Madsen a member of the Malouf Foundation, and Julie Whitehead a survivor of 31 years of abuse, including sex trafficking, join us to talk about On Watch. It was launched in 2020 by the Malouf Foundation™ and Safe House Project, OnWatch™ is a survivor-led and informed education platform that empowers people to spot, report and prevent sex trafficking in the United States. OnWatch™ is dedicated to increasing survivor identification and protecting future generations from victimization. To date...
Nov 15, 2022•26 min
How do we know when something is good or bad for us? As a rule of thumb, Dr. Monica Vermani, Clinical Psychologist, and author of A Deeper Wellness: Conquering Stress, Mood, Anxiety and Traumas, tell us that “when more days than not” don’t feel right either because there is fighting, cold silences, or passive aggression, then it’s time to make a change. https://www.drmonicavermani.com/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-n...
Nov 03, 2022•31 min
Health educator Dr. Julie Gatza is one of the nation's top chiropractic physicians with more than 30 years of clinical practice during which she assisted thousands of patients to resolve a wide variety of physical ailments. Using her understanding of the nervous system, nutrition, and alternative therapies, Dr. Gatza’s mission with each patient is to enhance their body's potential to heal itself. Dr. Gatza regularly lectures and educates audiences on how to achieve optimum health with a focus on...
Nov 03, 2022•24 min
On November 6, 2022, a team of 50 living with type 1 diabetes will race through the five boroughs of NYC and show the world what living beyond type 1 looks like Vince Carter Bellingham WA and Harry Sills Edmonds WA, talk about their journey from diagnosis to running a marathon. Type 1 diabetes is a chronic autoimmune condition that makes the body unable to produce insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar. Without insulin, our bodies cannot use the sugar in our bloodstream as energy, causi...
Oct 31, 2022•26 min
Paula Del Giudice Ex Director of Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center Joins us to talk about their programs and how they are changing lives one stride at a time. Little Bit Therapeutic Riding Center is a community where horses transform the bodies, minds, and spirits of people with disabilities. Paula tells us about their programs and their upcoming Holiday fundraiser. https://www.littlebit.org/ See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/pr...
Oct 28, 2022•26 min
On November 6, 2022, a team of 50 living with type 1 diabetes will race through the five boroughs of NYC and show the world what living beyond type 1 looks like Vince Carter Bellingham WA and Harry Sills Edmonds WA, talk about their journey from diagnosis to running a marathon. Type 1 diabetes is a chronic autoimmune condition that makes the body unable to produce insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar. Without insulin, our bodies cannot use the sugar in our bloodstream as energy, causi...
Oct 26, 2022•26 min
Dr. Vermani is a Clinical Psychologist, and author of A Deeper Wellness: Conquering Stress, Mood, Anxiety and Traumas. She tell us that “when more days than not” don’t feel right either because there is fighting, cold silences, or passive aggression, then it’s time to make a change. She has her book, a webpage with weekly tips and a podcast to encourage people to live their best life. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-no...
Oct 18, 2022•31 min
Cindy and Merle Meyers talk about an exciting new Chaplain resource Traumatic Grief Companioning Project. They will be speaking at an upcoming workshop about this. It is called Understanding Traumatic Grief November it is November 4, 2022 From 8am–5pm at Community Life Center 19820 Scriber Lake Road Lynnwood, WA 98036 to find out more or register go to www.support7.org. The workshop will cover a number of topics including: Timeline of Unnatural Loss, Impact of Traumatic Grief on Individuals and ...
Oct 13, 2022•29 min
October is Domestic Violence Action Month. Sheryl Kurland is on a mission to get lipstick to every Domestic Violence shelter and she could use a little help. For women, putting on lipstick gives us an instant boost. It’s magical! To a victim of domestic violence it means this and so much more. A new lipstick marks a new beginning and rediscovery of her voice, identity, and beauty inside and out – her “fabulosity.” The lipsticks we collect and give to domestic violence victims help set these wome...
Oct 06, 2022•27 min
