Tangential Inspiration
180 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 6 ratingsWe are two ordinary moms that are looking for inspiration anywhere we can find it. Our journey will cover people, groups, and even sometimes animals, that inspire us by making the world a better place. Our search for inspiration can sometimes take us on a bit of an unexpected trip, off on a tangent if you will. Everyone can use some inspiration, come join us.
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Episodes
Episode 168: Luma Mufley - The Power of Belonging
July 19, 2024 22:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MBWe have a great episode for you, guaranteed to bring you some inspiration. Teresa starts off talking about of all things, mushrooms, and their power to help clean up toxic waste. Then she tells the story of how one refugee to America joins a whole community together through soccer, changing the life for many other refugees and townsfolk alike. Finally, the world lost two dear people last week, Dr. Ruth Westheimer and Richard Simmons, so we have a little tribute to their amazing lives. Le...
Episode 167: Jamie Kern Lima - Everybody is Worthy
July 07, 2024 19:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MBWelcome back to the Tangential Inspiration Podcast! This is a quick episode today, but the stories come tightly packed with inspiration. Teresa will first talk about a man who is bringing the laundromat to homeless populations in Atlanta. Then she dives into the amazing Jamie Kern Lima, the founder of It Cosmetics, and an amazing reminder of the power of tenacity, passion, and compassion. And she finishes up with a school in Iowa that rewards students with school credit for helping other...
Episode 166: Bob Moore - People Before Profits
July 02, 2024 07:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MBArrrrgh. We were all set to get this podcast out on time, and then our dumb cat escaped and led us on a merry chase through the neighborhood. Anyways, this is a great episode. Lots of inspiration to be found. We start with a woman who is ensuring that Black children get the same opportunities to learn to the life saving ability to swim. Then we get into Bob Moore, who with his wife Charlee, created an international company out of an old mill and showed their employees that people were m...
Episode 165: Marilyn and Ella - An Unlikely, But Wonderful Friendship
June 24, 2024 07:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBStill trying to lock down a new schedule, but this is an episode you do not want to miss. Hear about a UK foundation that is taking inner-city kids on wilderness expeditions around the world, the amazing story of the friendship between Marilyn Monroe and Ella Fitzgerald, and the inspiring non-profit Rahabs-Sisters.org that is helping women recover from trauma. There is something for everybody to find inspiring. Have a listen. #BeKind Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear from y...
Episode 164: The Determined Srikanth Bolla
June 15, 2024 23:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBWe are slowly getting back into the swing of things. This episode overflows with inspiration. First, an unlikely runner stuns all of Australia with an amazing feat of determination. Then you will hear the awesome story of Srikanth Bolla, a blind entrepreneur who is changing how business is done in his company in India. Finally, there is a heartwarming story about a grandma and her grandson who heal their relationship as they tour national parks. You are going to love this episode. #BeK...
Episode 163: Her Royal Deepness, Sylvia Earl
June 07, 2024 22:00 - 24 minutes - 16.7 MBStill working out the timing on getting episodes out, but here is an episode that will bring you some hope and inspiration. First, hear about an Uber driver who changed the life of a passenger with an amazing and selfless gift. Next, hear about one of my new heroes, Dr. Sylvia Earl, a marine scientist who is helping to save our oceans. And finish up with a sweet story about how celebrities get to play fair godparent to young women around the world. Come refresh your spirit in under 24 mi...
Episode 162: Dave Grohl - the Nicest Man in Rock
May 17, 2024 21:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBNeed a dose of inspiration? Join us and hear about a female hockey hero, dogs who go to school, a kindhearted boy, and the nicest man in rock, Dave Grohl. There is something for everyone in this episode. #ChooseKindness Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected] or give us your comments on our website, TangentialInspiration.com. Follow us on our social media: Website: https://t...
Mother's Day Bonus Episode
May 12, 2024 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBWelcome back to the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. We have been gone for a bit as life happens, but we will be returning. This is a bonus episode, and is a bit shorter than normal. We will be getting back to regular episodes shortly. In this bonus episode, we have an update on the Imagination Library, Native Americans doing great things in Oregon, and two women athletes who have helped bring some formerly male-dominated sports to women! Have a listen! And to all the mothers out there ...
Episode 161: Lola Greene Baldwin - One of America's First Female Police Officers
January 25, 2024 05:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MBFinally out of the snow and ice and back to good old rain in the Pacific Northwest. In this episode, you will hear about the trailblazing Lola Greene Baldwin who was one of the first female police officers in the United States. She helped open the door for women into what was exclusively a male profession. Colleen is going to tell you two stories about airports and airplanes. Hint, there are babies and fluffy animals involved, so you will want to hear about them. Enjoy some inspiration!...
Episode 160: Fast and Furious Inspiration - A Bunch of Short Stories
January 11, 2024 04:00 - 29 minutes - 20.6 MBWe hope everyone's 2024 is getting off to a good start. We have a little different format this week. Instead of two shorts and a long story, we have a bunch of short stories that will inspire you. It is a tornado of happiness coming at you. #BeKind Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected] or give us your comments on our website, TangentialInspiration.com. Follow us on our soc...
Episode 159: Arnold Schwarzenneger Says Be Useful
January 04, 2024 06:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBWelcome to 2024! We have a great episode to start off the new year. Colleen gives some tips on New Year's intentions (don't say resolutions) and Teresa talks about Arnold Schwarzenneger's book Be Useful. You will come away inspired. #HappyNewYear Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected] or give us your comments on our website, TangentialInspiration.com. Follow us on our socia...
Episode 158: Finding Mike - A Story About Hope and Kindness
December 21, 2023 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.6 MBIt's almost Christmas! Teresa and Colleen wish everyone a very merry holiday season and some peace on earth. We could really use that right now. But to help you get inspired for the season of giving, we have three great stories for you. Teresa talks about a teen who is giving new life to Legos and actor/director Henry Winkler, who really is just a great guy. Colleen tells the amazing tale of one man's search for his brother on Mount Everest and how despite it not going as planned, stil...
Episode 157: The Real Supremes - Women of the Supreme Court
December 13, 2023 15:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBHello and welcome to another episode of Tangential Inspiration. This episode is a long one, but oh so good and inspiring. Colleen talks about bone marrow transplants and how someone can help give the gift of life and Teresa talks about the incredible women of the U.S. Supreme Court. These are some amazing women! Come have a listen. #PeaceOnEarth Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at tangentialinspiration...
Episode 156: The Super Christopher Reeve
December 01, 2023 16:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBYep, we are late with this episode. Such a busy time of year. But don't despair, there is a lot of inspiration to be found in this podcast. Colleen talks about the amazing life of actor and activist Christopher Reeve and how a Superman still did super things after being paralyzed from the neck down. Teresa talks about a young man who brought power to his African village and about a little known hero in World War II, who saved Jews despite being the little brother of the Number 2 ranked N...
Episode 155: The Boys in the Boat
November 22, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutes - 30.9 MBHappy Thanksgiving! Time to gather with family and friends and be thankful for what we have. We are thankful for all of our listeners! We hope that this episode will brighten your holiday. Colleen talks about a rapper who runs a daycare and how Jeopardy fame is helping fight pancreatic cancer. What is awesome? Teresa talks about the story of the Boys in the Boat, and the struggles and triumph of a rowing team from Washington going to the 1936 Olympics in Hitler's Germany. It's a great...
Episode 154: A Less Stress Thanksgiving
November 15, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21.3 MBNext week is Thanksgiving and we are excited! Time to share our gratitude and spend time with family. Colleen is coming at you with some helpful tips on how to make your holiday preparations more enjoyable at Thanksgiving. Thanksgiving does not have to be stressful! Teresa has some stories about some "superheroes" that you are going to love and one about a brave boy who despite his disabilities is doing something amazing to help others. Come and have a listen! #WorldPeaceNow Send us ...
Episode 153: Diana Nyad Never Ever Gives Up
November 08, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBThree very inspirational stories this week. First Colleen talks about how Lego MRI machines are making hospital visits less scary. Teresa talks about Diana Nyad, the first person to swim from Cuba to the Florida Keys, through shark-infested water, without a shark cage, at 64. Her never give-up attitude is contagious. And Colleen finishes with a story about Source America, an agency that helps disabled people find jobs. Join us and find your inspiration! #WorldPeaceNow Send us a Text M...
Episode 152: AMBER Alerts Saving Lives
November 01, 2023 07:00 - 42 minutes - 28.9 MBWe hope everyone had a great Halloween last night. Now that the spooky is over, we can focus on inspiring stories. Sadly, we lost Matthew Perry over the weekend, so Teresa has a bit of a memorial for this very funny Friend, who did more than make people laugh. Then Colleen talks about the tragic start for AMBER Alerts, and how it these alerts are making a difference and saving lives, as well as the other alerts inspired by AMBER alerts. Then Teresa wraps it up with a story about three br...
Episode 151: Ana's Story - Finding Hope in the Darkness
October 25, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBIt's starting to get dark out early. As winter settles in, there is just more darkness. But if you look for it, you can find the light. Whether it is a nice cozy fire or a friend's smile, there is light to find. We are bringing the light with three stories this week. First, Colleen tells a tale of community and friendship, as a town takes care of their own. Teresa then talks about Ana's Story, a book by Jenna Bush, that shows that even in some of the darkest of circumstances, holding o...
Episode 150: The Inspiring Astronauts of Space X's Inspiration 4 Mission
October 18, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBWow! 150 episodes. It has gone by so fast. This is a wonderful episode. Colleen talks about the civilian astronauts of Space X's Inspiration 4 mission and how that mission raised millions for St. Jude's Childrens Hospital. You will love this story! It has all the good feels to it! Teresa tells the tale of how tragedy sometimes leads to good things with a story that starts with an act of evil and turns into a positive and uplifting program, and then talks about two amazing stories comi...
Episode 150: The Astronauts of Space X's Inspiration 4 Mission
October 18, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBWow! 150 episodes. It has gone by so fast. This is a wonderful episode. Colleen talks about the civilian astronauts of Space X's Inspiration 4 mission and how that mission raised millions for St. Jude's Childrens Hospital. You will love this story! It has all the good feels to it! Teresa tells the tale of how tragedy sometimes leads to good things with a story that starts with an act of evil and turns into a positive and uplifting program, and then talks about two amazing stories comi...
Episode 149: Oogy - The Inspirational Story About A Dog and His Forever Family
October 11, 2023 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MBWelcome to another episode of the Tangential Inspiration Podcast! Some great stories for you this episode. Colleen shares two stories about people sharing with others. The first is a little girl who shares her love of books with senior citizens, and the second is about a group of friends that get together to give extraordinary tips to unexpecting servers. Teresa shares the story of Oogy, which starts off tragically but then gets so good. Oogy and his forever family is just such a great ...
Episode 148: Freeing Yourself With Boundaries
October 04, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBHello, and welcome to another episode of the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. So glad you are joining us. In this episode, Colleen talks about setting healthy boundaries and gives six great tips on how boundaries can make life better. Teresa talks about how new farming practices may be a powerful tool to combat climate change and how a failed suicide set a man on a mission to help others who are facing mental health challenges. It is a great episode- come get inspired. #WeStandWithUkrain...
Episode 147: From Video Game to Professional Racer - Jann Mardenborough
September 21, 2023 03:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBWhat a great week for inspiration! Teresa brings you the amazing story of Jann Mardenborough, a video gamer who was so skilled at racing games, he actually became a successful racecar driver. The movie currently in theaters, Gran Turismo, is about this amazing young man. Colleen has two awesome stories. One is a heartwarming story about some college folks who paid back an older co-worker for all the love and support she has provided them. The other is about José M. Hernández, who went f...
Episode 147: From Video Gamer to Professional Racer - Jann Mardenborough
September 21, 2023 03:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBWhat a great week for inspiration! Teresa brings you the amazing story of Jann Mardenborough, a video gamer who was so skilled at racing games, he actually became a successful racecar driver. The movie currently in theaters, Gran Turismo, is about this amazing young man. Colleen has two awesome stories. One is a heartwarming story about some college folks who paid back an older co-worker for all the love and support she has provided them. The other is about José M. Hernández, who went f...
Episode 146: The Amazing Dancing Life of Fred Astaire
September 13, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBWhat a great week this is for inspiration. Colleen tells the story of Fred Astaire, one of the most famous and talented dancers of all time. Teresa tells the story of a kindergarten kid who is making a difference for the victims of the Maui Fires, and the story of Scout, a determined dog who is also making a difference with seniors. This is a fun episode. Come have a listen! #WeSupportUkraine Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your ow...
Episode 145: Peace Pilgrim's Walk of Love
September 06, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.5 MBThis episode is all kinds of inspirational. First, you have Colleen talking about one of my favorite stories, Musa Motha, an incredible one-legged dancer. If you haven't seen him dance, watch the YouTube video link below. You will be in awe! Colleen also talks about a special camp that is set up to help kids with missing or different limbs learn to cope with their differences in a positive way. Teresa then talks about Peace Pilgrim. Yep, that's her name and you can kind of guess she i...
Episode 144: Mindfully Moving into Fall
August 30, 2023 07:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBThis week as been a little cooler, particularly after the scorching weeks we have had recently. Doesn't seem like Fall is just around the corner, but it is. Colleen has some great tips on how to mindfully transition into Fall and hacks on surviving the holidays. Teresa is going to talk about the creator of Barbie and a mom who turned a horrible tragedy into a mission to make things better for others. These are some great stories, and this episode is a fun trip down memory lane for anyone...
Episode 143: Heroes of the Maui Fires
August 23, 2023 07:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBWe are back! Just a short little break to get some summer fun in. In this episode, Teresa will talk about the heroes out of the Maui Fires. Colleen will talk about the town who so lovingly honored the town milkman when he retired, happy tears! And then she talks about a restaurant that is taking a chance on kids and doing amazing things in their lives! Come have a listen in the twilight summer evening, #WeStandWithUkraine Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear from you. Send u...
Episode 142: The Unsinkable Molly Brown
August 12, 2023 17:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBYep, we're late this week. Sometimes summer just gets in the way. But we have a great episode that was worth the wait. Colleen talks about the Titanic survivor and all-around girl-powered Molly Brown and Teresa talks about a recent advance in the fight against the deadly disease malaria and a chef who is doing amazing things for others. Come have a listen! We will be taking next week off for summery things, but back August 23rd. #WeStandWithUkraine Send us a Text Message. We would lo...
Episode 141: Navy SEAL Admiral William H. McRaven Says Make Your Bed - Part II
August 02, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBYay! Colleen is back to Tangential Inspiration. And this is a great episode. Colleen talks a little bit about her recent surgery and the process of getting a Cochlear implant to restore hearing in one of her ears, and later she talks about Dr. House (not the tv one) who invented the Cochlear implant and pioneered some other hearing-related treatments. Teresa continues her deep dive into Navy SEAL Admiral William McRaven and his amazing life and world perspective. This is the guy who org...
Episode 140 - Navy SEAL Admiral William H. McRaven Says Make Your Bed - Part I
July 26, 2023 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.5 MBHello there! Welcome to the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. Another solo episode with Teresa as Colleen recovers. We hope Colleen will be back next week. Teresa has a healthy serving of inspiration this week, with two stories about amazing medical stories you will surely enjoy and Part I of a two-part look at Navy SEAL Admiral William McRaven, who is a pretty amazing guy. Considering all of the incredible things he has done in his life, he has some pretty interesting life lessons, that ...
Episode 139: The US Secret Weapon of World War II - The Navajo Code Talkers
July 19, 2023 07:00 - 26 minutes - 18 MBWe are missing Colleen this week who is out for a surgery, but she will be returning soon. Teresa still brings the inspiration this week, starting off with a story of how two women changed an unhoused man's life after 17 years on the streets. Then Teresa does her deep dive on the amazing Navajo Code Talkers who were instrumental in winning the War in the Pacific during World War II. And finally, Teresa ends with otters, and their incredible comeback and how they are repairing their ecosys...
Episode 138: Tina Welling and How Journaling Set Prisoners Free
July 12, 2023 07:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBLoving the summer weather here in the Pacific Northwest. Beautiful skies, not too hot, and of course, our home state of Oregon is beautiful. Something about all that blue sky puts a smile on my face and makes a little more room to be inspired. This week, Teresa talks about Tina Welling and how she helped prisoners learn about themselves through journaling, and how it helped her find herself. Colleen talks about a cool program that uses restoring cars as a way to keep kids off the streets...
Episode 137: A Guide to Finding Inspiration
July 06, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBYes, we are a day late. 4th of July put us a little behind, but that doesn't mean there isn't a fabulous episode awaiting you. This week, Teresa talks about the Vietnamese Mother Teresa, a basketball-playing spelling bee machine, and a rock climber who won't let a little thing like being in his 90s stop him. And then Colleen is going to give us an amazing guide to finding inspiration (when your favorite podcast is a day late and you really need your inspiration fix!) 😜 It's a great episo...
Episode 136: The Invisible Girls by Sarah Thebarge
June 28, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.2 MBWe are back from a little rest and ready to inspire once again! Colleen is going to talk about her trip to Arlington, Virginia, and her visit to the historic Torpedo Factory. It is 100% not what you are thinking. It's so cool! She also talks about an Instagram and YouTube project that gives voices and comfort to differently-abled people, that started with a classroom project and now is huge. Teresa is going to tell an amazing story of strength and compassion, where a woman who seemed to...
A Brief Intermission
June 21, 2023 07:00 - 7 minutes - 4.95 MBWe are taking the week off with college students coming home and graduations to celebrate. Teresa has a quick story about an Oregon artist who is celebrating an early Black Oregon pioneer just to keep the inspiration flowing until we return next week! Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected] or give us your comments on our website, TangentialInspiration.com. Follow us on our soc...
Episode 135: Clara Hale - America's Mother Teresa
June 14, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBNeed an inspiration break? Here it is. Three great stories to inspire you and to remember the good in the world. Colleen shares a story about a grumpy cat that inspired her owner to help elderly pet owners and the author of the Mitford series, who against the odds became a New York Times Best Selling Author, and created the charming people of Mitford. Teresa talks about Clara Hale, who took in babies nobody wanted, reunited families, and pioneered a new way to deal with drug-addicted mot...
Episode 134: More than Just a Chef: Julia Childs
June 07, 2023 07:00 - 35 minutes - 24.5 MBYou know Colleen loves a good cookbook. So this episode Colleen covers one of the pioneers of the modern cookbook, and an amazing modern woman, Julia Child. You won't believe this woman's amazing life before she even set foot in the kitchen. Teresa has two stories of two incredible young people. One is a burn victim who is creating a movement to help other burn victims and prevent new ones. The other is a doll doctor who is selflessly "healing" dolls that go on to help children who need...
Episode 133: Chris Nikic - 1% Better All the Way to the Finish Line
May 31, 2023 07:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBDespite the Tangential Inspiration crew having the plague this week, we have a great podcast for you. We may sound a little sick, but our spirits were soaring with these great tales of inspiration. Colleen has two very interesting stories about archeology of all things- the mysterious Nazca Lines and King Tut's tomb. Teresa does a story about Chris Nikic, a young man with Down's Syndrome who has completed two Iron Man triathlons and is doing amazing things. His goal, be 1% better each d...
Episode 132: Interview with Jon Slifka - His Disability Does Not Define Him
May 24, 2023 07:00 - 49 minutes - 34.3 MBWe were lucky enough to be able to interview Jon Slifka. You probably haven't heard of him, but you will, and for good reason. Jon is an amazing advocate for the disabled community in Connecticut and elsewhere. In a wheelchair himself, Jon has used his experience to help improve access and quality of life for other people with disabilities. And the part we love best about Jon is his amazing attitude. He has made his disability a strength and is using it to help others. An up-and-coming...
Episode 131: Finding a Little Thing Called Happiness
May 17, 2023 07:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBHello, fellow inspiration enthusiasts! This episode is short, but packed with inspiration. Hear Teresa tell the stories of two young men who are helping others in some creative ways. Then Colleen talks about eight common traits of people who have found happiness and you can do it too! It is a great episode and you are going to feel good listening from start to finish! #WeStandWithUkraine Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own ins...
Episode 130: Charles Schulz - Four Frames of Wholesomeness
May 10, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25.3 MBIn a world where there is so much just negative and trashy stuff, it's nice to find some kindness, decency, and wholesomeness. We found some and we are willing to share it with you. Starting off, Jerry Seinfeld's wife, Jessica Seinfeld, is not only a superstar in the kitchen, with a lot of great cookbooks, but she is also helping young families in need in New York City. Some of our younger listeners may not be familiar with Charlie Brown and Snoopy, but our older listeners no doubt have s...
Episode 129: Theodore Roosevelt - Father of Our National Parks
May 03, 2023 07:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBTheodore Roosevelt- President, Rough Rider, Soldier and . . . nature lover? Of all the US Presidents, Theodore Roosevelt may have the most macho image, but he was also thinking about preserving the beauty and resources of the United States for future generations. This guy is really very interesting. We also have a story about a cat, reunited across the globe, with the little girl who had to leave him behind when the Russians invaded Ukraine. The number of people who made the effort to en...
Episode 128: Saving My Enemy - A Story of Forgiveness and Healing
April 26, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBHello, fellow seekers of Inspiration. You have found what you are looking for, inspiration is inside. Teresa starts off with the story of two deaf mountain climbers whose next adventure is Mt. Everest. Then Teresa tells the tale of two soldiers on opposite sides of a war who decades later help each other heal and find forgiveness for each other and themselves. It is a beautiful story. And then Colleen talks about the absolutely amazing men and women of Bletchley Park where the unbreakab...
Episode 127: Matt Damon - Bringing Water to the World
April 19, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.3 MBYou always hear about the scandals and dirty laundry of Hollywood celebrities. But what about the good guys out there trying to improve the world with the gifts they have been given? Let's start off with Jeremy Renner, who is using his Marvel celebrity to take decommissioned city vehicles to make mobile centers that are helping out communities all over the world. Then there is the adorable Matt Damon- who as Teresa points out, loves his mom- that is helping bring water to impoverished com...
Episode 126: Elderly Athletes - Age Isn't Stopping Them From Being Beasts!
April 12, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBAlright. I admit it. That is not a great title. But I am super tired and it's late. So it is what it is. That does not mean that the stories aren't first-rate and inspiring. Colleen talks about the Home Edit ladies, which is not just a story about being organized, but a story about some pretty amazing strength. And speaking of strength, Teresa talks about elderly athletes, some over 100 years old, that are still making most of us look like wimps. Hard not to be inspired by these ama...
Episode 125: Teen Angel, Cancer Warrior - Olivia Newton John
April 05, 2023 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBIt's really Spring- everything is in bloom and allergies abound!! We love this time of year, nature is waking up and the sun is shining a bit more. A great time to go outside, take a deep breath, and listen to some inspiring stories. While you check out those new blooms, think about the honeybees, and how they need our help. Teresa will talk about a way to help the bees using some science and easier methods as well. Colleen talks about her teen idol, the amazing Olivia Newton John, who ...
Episode 124: Life Changing Music from Garbage - The Landfill Harmonic
March 29, 2023 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBSpring is in the air and so is inspiration! Teresa starts off with the amazing story of Birute Galidakas, who lived in the jungles of Borneo for years studying and helping to protect the wild orangutans. Then there is the magic of the Landfill Harmonic, a group of children from Paraguay, who use instruments made out of landfill garbage, to play incredible music around the world. And Colleen talks about the wonder and comfort of the Danish tradition of Hygee (sounds like HOO-GA). You will...
Episode 123: Patsy Mink - The Small But Fierce Equality Warrior
March 22, 2023 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.1 MBWelcome to Inspiration Country! In this episode, we are going to be exploring Title IX, the law that requires educational institutions that receive Federal funds to not discriminate in educational or sports activities. I know, I know - sounds dry as toast, but let me tell you it isn't! Especially when you talk about Patsy Mink, the fiesty Congresswoman behind Title IX. What an incredible story about this woman's very interesting life. Colleen is also going to get you excited about captu...