You voted (again), you protested (again), you posted on social media (again), yet you’re still reeling from all the terrible news. But…what else can you do? We’ll help you figure that out! Each week hosts Kelly Therese Pollock and Lila Nordstrom interview activists working on a range of issues, from national policy to local concerns, not about why but about how they took action: What got them started, who helped them along the way, and what they’d do differently if they had to do it all agai ...
…
continue reading
Everywhere We Go is a weekly podcast which is presented by Rebecca Kelly. Rebecca, a mother of you two girls opens up her home to her guests and brings you real stories from real people with topics that have impacted families all over Ireland, and their experiences will stay with you forever. Welcome to The Everywhere We Go Podcast. Please note that the content provided in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. The views ...
…
continue reading
Welcome to The Uncensored Empath! As an empath entrepreneur who has navigated 14+ years of chronic illness, I created this platform to share tools and insights I’ve learned healing my autoimmune disease and building a thriving spiritual wellness business. I'm here to support highly sensitives in creating a body, business, and life they love. Get ready for a unique blend of energy, neuroscience, spirituality, and intuition that will transform the way you think!
…
continue reading
1
“Government’s not the problem, it’s the prize.” (w/ DaMareo Cooper, co-Executive Director of Popular Democracy, formerly CPD)
37:12
37:12
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
37:12
Are you interested in learning more about coalition-building and how to contribute to the creation of a more representative government? This week we spoke to DaMareo Cooper, one of the co-Executive Directors of Popular Democracy (formerly the Center for Popular Democracy or CPD), about how different layers of individual involvement and action can h…
…
continue reading
1
Navigating Life and Independence: Tracy O’Keefe’s Resilient Journey from Separation to Self-Discovery
58:05
58:05
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
58:05
How does one navigate the tumultuous journey from a long-term relationship to personal independence? Tracy O'Keefe from Dunamid shares her transformative life story, from her vibrant childhood in Kilbarrick to the emotional challenges of separating in her early 40s. Tracy opens up about her upbringing, her early marriage, and the complex feelings s…
…
continue reading
1
“Work doesn’t feel like work when it’s fun.” (WCID Jr. w/ Joan Galat, author of Make Your Mark, Make a Difference)
25:11
25:11
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
25:11
It’s a special episode of What Can I Do Junior, hosted by Teddy and Arthur! Are you a young person looking to make a difference? Do you have kids in your life who are eager to make their voices heard? This week we spoke to Joan Galat, author of Make Your Mark, Make a Difference—A Kid’s Guide to Standing Up For People, Animals, and the Planet, about…
…
continue reading
1
Resilience in the Face of Adversity: Shauna Rice's Battle with Cancer and Triumph Over Challenges
1:18:31
1:18:31
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:18:31
What does it take to remain resilient amidst life's toughest challenges? Our guest, Shauna Rice from Ballyferma, has experienced more than her fair share of trials, and her story is nothing short of inspiring. Through laughter and memories, Shauna opens up about her childhood filled with warmth and the unbreakable bond with her mother and sisters. …
…
continue reading
1
"Find the joy in today." (w/ Dr. Deborah Vinall, psychologist, Author of Gaslighting and the Trauma Recovery Workbook for Teens)
26:38
26:38
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
26:38
Wondering how to protect your mental health during this election season? This week we spoke to Dr. Deborah Vinall, a psychologist and author based in Southern California, about how to engage in the political process in a way that’s both productive and protective of your mental health. She shared tips for how to check in with yourself as you do poli…
…
continue reading
1
Empowering Women: Sherin and Rachel's Path to Building Sister Sheds
1:20:03
1:20:03
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:20:03
What happens when your childhood is shaped by both Egyptian and Irish cultures and then disrupted by a sudden move across borders? Join us, Sherin and Rachel, as we share the candid and emotional stories of our upbringing, family separation due to religious conflict, and the profound bonds that have shaped our lives. Our reflections on growing up w…
…
continue reading
1
“In order to get there, you have to build out infrastructure.” (w/ Jane Kleeb, Chair of the Nebraska Democratic Party, author, and Climate Breakthrough Awardee)
31:31
31:31
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
31:31
Wondering how to do effective Democratic organizing in rural red states? This week we spoke to Jane Kleeb, the Chair of the Nebraska Democratic Party, about the innovative work she and the Nebraska Dems are doing to bring Democratic victories to supposedly deep red, rural states. We talked about how Democrats can reach out to rural voters, the simi…
…
continue reading
1
Raising a Medically Complex Child: Niamh's Unwavering Faith
1:07:14
1:07:14
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:07:14
What happens when life's challenges seem insurmountable, yet you find the strength to keep moving forward? Join us for an intimate conversation with Niamh O'Shaughnessy as she shares her deeply personal journey of resilience and hope. Growing up in the tight-knit community of Darndale, Niamh opens up about the strict household rules, childhood trau…
…
continue reading
1
“I listen to the people that these elections are truly life and death for.” (w/ Maggie O’Keefe, Chicago 40th Ward Committeeperson, community organizer.)
35:10
35:10
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
35:10
Wondering what canvassing for a candidate and organizing in-person voter outreach actually involves? This week we spoke to Maggie O’Keefe, a community activist who is part of a new generation of Democratic Committee members organizing the vote in Chicago. Have you been thinking of volunteering for a candidate but are nervous about the idea of knock…
…
continue reading
1
“Words mean things” (w/ Anat Shenker-Osorio, Host of Words to Win By, Principal of ASO Communications)
43:05
43:05
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
43:05
This week we spoke to Anat Shenker-Osorio, Democratic campaign consultant, messaging researcher, founder of ASO Communications, and host of the excellent podcast Words to Win By. In this episode Anat shares crucial wisdom on how to have meaningful conversations about our political future in real life and on social media. She examines common campaig…
…
continue reading
1
The FTA & Antiwar Protests in 1971 (Cross-Post from Unsung History)
47:31
47:31
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
47:31
While we gear up to bring you Season 3 of What Can I Do, focused on how to take action in a presidential election year, please enjoy this episode of Unsung History focused on antiwar activism. In 1971, a group of performers calling themselves the Free Theatre Associates (FTA), including Jane Fonda and Donald Sutherland, began putting on popular ant…
…
continue reading
1
Chasing Dreams and Embracing Change: Robyn's Journey from Stability to Influencer
1:02:20
1:02:20
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:02:20
Have you ever wondered what it takes to leave a stable job and chase your dreams? Robyn, an emerging influencer, shares her incredible journey of leaving her ten-year career at the HSE to pursue her passion full-time. With the support of her best friend Dean and her loyal French bulldog George, Robyn navigates the emotional and financial challenges…
…
continue reading
1
Cherished Memories and Comical Confessions with a Pair of Lifelong Pals
1:18:24
1:18:24
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:18:24
Ever found yourself reminiscing about those good old days when life was less about deadlines and more about the next laugh? Well, pull up a chair, because on our latest episode, we're catching up with Hughie Legget, the man who took the leap from Coolock to New Hampshire, and our delightful guest Natalie, straight from the courts. We're tearing ope…
…
continue reading
1
A Journey of Courage: How One Dublin Mother Fought Cancer and Championed Maternity Rights
58:56
58:56
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
58:56
Facing the unimaginable, Erica Tierney of Rathcoole, Dublin, opens up about her poignant journey through pregnancy while battling cancer. Her vivid recollection transports us into the heart of a small village where childhood memories intertwine with the resilience required to confront life's harshest trials. The laughter of Dublin's quirky traditio…
…
continue reading
1
Life's Toughest Storms and the Hope that Follows
1:13:32
1:13:32
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:13:32
Have you ever walked through the streets of your hometown and felt the weight of a thousand stories pressing in around you? Our guest Shauna Finnegan knows this sensation intimately, sharing with us his journey from the humble beginnings in Tallaght to overcoming the obstacles of family life marred by addiction. Her stories of local landmarks, the …
…
continue reading
1
Harmony and Heritage: Sharyn Ward Sings the Traveller's Tale of Resilience and Joy
1:05:23
1:05:23
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:05:23
As the embers of a campfire illuminate the faces of a family bound by song and story, Sharyn Ward steps forward to share a melody that has echoed through generations of her Traveller heritage. In our latest episode, Sharyn, a beacon of hope from the Traveller community, lets us into her world, revealing the strength and beauty of her culture, the r…
…
continue reading
1
From Dublin to the Limelight A Performer's Tale with Johnny Ward
1:34:46
1:34:46
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:34:46
When the echoes of a childhood steeped in music blend with tales of stage and screen, you get the captivating story of Johnny Ward. From the streets of Walkinstown, Dublin, Johnny has danced through life's highest highs and its lowest lows, all while maintaining a tune that's uniquely his own. This episode promises an emotional symphony as we explo…
…
continue reading
1
Embracing Vulnerability and Love with Paula Johnston
1:51:23
1:51:23
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:51:23
As the strains of a troubled marriage echo through the threads of Paula Johnston's life story, we're reminded that the journey to healing is as complex as the heart itself. In an episode layered with raw emotion, Paula peels back the layers of her past, revealing the resilience forged in the Strand Flats of North Strand and the fierce love of a wid…
…
continue reading
1
Courage in the Face of Challenge: Insights into Bullying and Molar Pregnancy Survival
1:18:03
1:18:03
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:18:03
Finding 'home' can often be a journey paved with trials and self-discovery. Shauna's tale takes us from the winding streets of Drimnagh to the cozy nooks of Kingswood in Tally, where the echoes of her past, marked by bullying and the ongoing quest for self-identity, collide with her present. She bravely opens up about the scars left by her childhoo…
…
continue reading
1
Resilience Amidst the Storm: Paloma's Journey Through Cyberbullying and the Triumph of Recovery
59:28
59:28
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
59:28
When the screen turns against you, where do you turn? Our courageous guest, Paloma from Peer Street, opens up about the dark side of social media. She recounts the whirlwind of online trolling that ensued after posting a simple gym video, revealing the emotional toll such unexpected backlash can take. Through her story, we peel back the curtain on …
…
continue reading
1
Rising from the Ashes: Healing After Domestic Violence and the Power of Self-Identity
52:54
52:54
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
52:54
When we extend a hand of friendship, we can unintentionally become a lifeline. Our latest episode features a raw and moving conversation with Caitlin, who bravely shares her journey of escaping the shadows of domestic violence and childhood trauma. Our talk begins with a chance encounter that flourished into an alliance, offering Caitlin a sanctuar…
…
continue reading
1
Navigating Life's Storms: Grief, Resilience, and the Healing Power of Community Support with Louise
1:21:26
1:21:26
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:21:26
Louise's return to our podcast brings a profound exploration of life's unpredictable challenges and the transformative power of community support. Through her heartfelt narrative, she guides us from the joyous moments of family life by the coast to the harrowing experiences of sudden loss, illness, and the murky depths of grief. The tapestry of her…
…
continue reading
1
Embracing Friendship and Going Viral! From Eastenders to The Kardashians
58:57
58:57
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
58:57
When Suzanne and Fiona, the dynamic duo from Dublin, decided to combine mismatched socks and pitas, little did we know we'd be in for such a rollicking ride. Step into the world of Slice Of Naples, where these two entrepreneurs share infectious laughs, recount viral mishaps involving sunglasses and an enigmatic Craig, and reveal the often comedic t…
…
continue reading
1
The Shocking Truth or Digital Predators: Orla's Journey of Resilience and Healing
1:08:49
1:08:49
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:08:49
Imagine waking up every few years to a different backdrop, speaking a new language, and making new friends. Orla has lived this life, and she joins us to weave a narrative of her multicultural upbringing, revealing the profound effects of her nomadic childhood on her family dynamics and personal identity. As we journey through Orla's experiences, f…
…
continue reading
1
“What can we do as community to protect each other?” (w/ Angela Ferrell-Zabala, ED of Mom’s Demand Action)
30:17
30:17
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
30:17
Are you looking for some hope and next steps when it comes to combatting gun violence in your community and nationally?This week we spoke to Angela Ferrell-Zabala from Mom’s Demand Action to dig into the seemingly intractable issue of gun violence and learn about how Mom’s Demand Action, their affiliated organization Students Demand Action, and the…
…
continue reading
1
Journey into Heartbreak: Personal Experiences of Dealing with Loss
2:00:24
2:00:24
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
2:00:24
Have you ever wondered how individuals navigate the bumpy road of grief and sorrow? Have you ever felt the urge to discover stories of resilience and heartbreak, stories that reveal the human spirit's incredible ability to heal and find connection amidst the most profound pain? If so, tune in as we, your hosts, engage in an intimate conversation on…
…
continue reading
1
“There's somebody in every town who is a busybody.” (w/ Carla Nordstrom, Retired Teacher and Community Activist)
47:23
47:23
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
47:23
Are you retired and looking for a way to get involved?A few weeks ago we heard from a listener looking for information about how to approach activism as a retired person. She was sick of postcarding and other activities that don’t feel effective, so we decided to chat with the busiest retired activist we know…Lila’s mother, Carla Nordstrom! In our …
…
continue reading
1
"Can I actually bring something to this work to this fight? That is going to add value?" (w/ Hannah Fried, Executive Director of All Voting is Local)
31:46
31:46
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
31:46
Are you interested in aiding in the fight to make the vote more accessible in your state or community?Hannah Fried is a lawyer by trade who worked for the campaigns of Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama before founding All Voting is Local, a non-profit that works in eight states to protect the vote at the local level. She talks us through the foundin…
…
continue reading
1
From Fear to Fulfilment: Yasmin Coakley's Road to Empowerment
59:43
59:43
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
59:43
Have you ever wondered what stories we tell ourselves to shield from pain? Join us as we sit down with Yasmin Coakley, who shares her riveting journey from a playful childhood in Eastwell, to facing the trials of teen motherhood and bullying. Yasmin opens up about the impact of her father's abandonment, the profound influence of her mother’s unwave…
…
continue reading
1
The Lighter Side of Death: A Discussion on Funeral Direction with Grace from Stafford's funeral home
1:18:42
1:18:42
เล่นในภายหลัง
เล่นในภายหลัง
ลิสต์
ถูกใจ
ที่ถูกใจแล้ว
1:18:42
Ever wondered what it's really like to be a funeral director? Ever pondered about the process of arranging a funeral? Meet Grace, our guest today, who's not only a female funeral director but also a comforting pillar for grieving families at Stafford's funeral home. In her world, dealing with varying cultural and religious practices, planning funer…
…
continue reading