Vicki Sokolik refuses to be an Ostrich. Her son brought to her attention the crisis of unhoused youth — youth unhoused, not living with a parent/guardian, and not in foster care — in America, and she has been fighting to support this vulnerable population every since. Most active in Tampa Bay, Florida, Vicki is the founder and CEO of the nonprofit Starting Right, Now, which removes barriers for unaccompanied homeless youth to cultivate long-term well-being and self-sufficiency. She is also the author of the new book, “If You See Them: Young, Unhoused, and Alone in America.” Vicki Sokolik joined host Jay Ruderman to discuss the many ways unhoused youth fall through the cracks in our society, how her organization helps them, and also how to build trust with people who could use your help. Episode Chapters (00:00) Intro (01:10) Vicki’s origin story (02:40) What is “unhoused youth?” (06:40) What should a person do if they worry they see an unhoused youth? (08:19) How have conversations around unhoused youth changed in Vicki’s 20 years working with them? (11:02) How do people get the word out and help unhoused youth? (14:55) Vicki’s new book (16:48) How Vicki builds trust (20:10) What do students receive at Starting Right, Now? (22:58) How does Vicki balance advocacy and direct support? (27:53) Starting Right, Now alumni (29:10) Goodbye For video episodes, watch on www.youtube.com/@therudermanfamilyfoundation Stay in touch: X: @JayRuderman | @RudermanFdn LinkedIn: Jay Ruderman | Ruderman Family Foundation Instagram: All About Change Podcast | Ruderman Family Foundation To learn more about the podcast, visit https://allaboutchangepodcast.com/…
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Chasing Rainbows Author Interviews Podcast
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Chasing Rainbows Author Interviews Podcast
Rachelle Van Ryssen Host
This series is based on the book, "Chasing Rainbows" Finding beauty in life's storms. Bi-Weekly interviews with the contributors of the book and special guests. Rachelle Van Ryssen lives with Multiple Sclerosis, a brain tumour and has survived cancer. She has compiled several stories of hope and is excited to share the encouraging, inspiring and miraculous with her viewers! If you are looking for stories that lift spirits and make your soul smile, than "Chasing Rainbows," is the Podcast for you!
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Chasing Rainbows Author Interviews Podcast
Rachelle's Testimony of living 9 years past her expiry date and living healed from MS, and a brain tumour! Choose to live fully every day, even when you don't feel like it! God can carry you when you are weak and He will strengthen you to be able to go further and live better than you ever can without Him.…
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Societal expectations versus God's will. I have Autism? With Khristien Van Ryssen and Rachelle Van Ryssen
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"Chasing Rainbows" Podcast Episode Description: Welcome to another heartwarming episode of "Chasing Rainbows" with Rachelle and her daughter, Khristien Van Ryssen. In this episode, they delve into the intriguing topic of societal expectations versus God's will. Rachelle humorously struggles with the phrase "societal expectations," leaving Khristien…
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Chasing Rainbows Author Interviews Podcast
Title: In this Podcast: Chasing Rainbows with Rachelle and Garrett Van Ryssen Description: Welcome to In this Podcast: Chasing Rainbows, a captivating journey into the realm of serendipitous encounters orchestrated by a higher power. Join Rachelle and Garrett Van Ryssen as they explore the profound impact of what they term "Divine Appointments." In…
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Chasing Rainbows Author Interviews Podcast
Delve into the ancient world of the Bible and explore the profound meanings behind the names of its earliest figures. In this captivating podcast, we embark on a journey through the first 20 individuals mentioned in the Bible, unraveling the linguistic and cultural significance embedded in their names. From Adam to Zillah, each name carries a story…
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"🌈 Join Rachelle Van Ryssen on The Chasing Rainbows Podcast as we embark on a mesmerizing journey through the ancient mysteries of the Nephilim, giants, and celestial realms! 📜 Explore the biblical narrative, delve into the Book of Enoch, and ponder the reliability of this ancient text. Could mythical beings from global myths be connected to the 'h…
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Welcome to "Chasing Rainbows," a podcast hosted by the inspiring Rochelle Van Ryssen. In the midst of life's storms, Rochelle opens up about the challenges many of us face in the daily juggle of being part of the sandwich generation—balancing the needs of aging parents and emerging adults. Tune in for heartfelt conversations and relatable stories, …
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Chasing Rainbows Author Interviews Podcast
Title: Chasing Rainbows: Stories of Faith and Resilience In this episode a short encouraging word for Rachelle: "Chasing Rainbows" is a deeply inspirational podcast that celebrates the strength and faith of women who have weathered life's storms. Hosted by a compassionate guide, each episode takes listeners on a journey through the lives of remarka…
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Karen deBlieck, author and poet. Karen's interview is based on her chapter in "Chasing Rainbows", Finding Beauty in Life's Storms. Karen's Chapter is called, "Fractured Rainbows". Karen is a breast cancer survivor, a mom and wife, she is a beautiful woman of colour who talks about navigating being black in a white family and community as a child an…
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Chasing Rainbows Author Interviews Podcast
Wendy Noll, Wendy is a pastor, an author of the book "Ashes to Beauty" and contributor to "Chasing Rainbows", Finding Beauty in Life's Storms. Wendy shares a miraculous story of healing a day in her life that neither her or her husband Dale will forget. It all started with a text message from Dale saying, "I'm in the hospital". From that moment on …
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Chasing Rainbows Author Interviews Podcast
Chasing Rainbows Author Interviews ( Finding Beauty in Life's Storms) Jill is the survivor of a Saddle pulmonary embolism (SPE) is a rare type of acute pulmonary embolism (PE) that can lead to sudden hemodynamic collapse and death. The definition of SPE is a visible thrombus located at the bifurcation of the main pulmonary artery, and a diagnosis o…
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Chasing Rainbows Author Interviews Podcast
The Eye of the Storm by Chasing Rainbows Contributing Author/ Ann Reid. Ann shares the true harrowing testimony of not only surviving a huge storm on Lake Erie with her Brother David , a friend, her husband Jonathan and their 3 children. Find out how Ann found beauty in one of the most terrifying moments of her life. From the book "Chasing Rainbows…
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Chasing Rainbows Author Interviews Podcast
Rachelle Van Ryssen / CEO of Sisters Ignited Media and Publishing Inc. "Chasing Rainbows Podcast" Greetings! My name is Rachelle Van Ryssen, and I would like to introduce you to the first of a series of stories called, “Chasing Rainbows.” based on the book of the same name. I am inspired to say that we are blessed to be able to bring you this amazi…
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