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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Episode 75: The Poetic Powerhouse - Maya Angelou
April 06, 2022 07:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MBHappy April! Let's dive right in because we have some incredible stories this week. Amy tells a story about a community in Detroit that is bringing back its neighborhood on their own using the power of the sun and the strength of its women! You won't believe how much you don't know about the incredible Maya Angelou. This lady could do it all and do it with style. It's an amazing story. Then Teresa tells the story of an Oregon librarian who has traveled the world following her love of e...
Episode 74: Valerie Bertinelli - Self Image Is Not a Number on the Scale
March 30, 2022 07:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MBSo this week we have some great stories! We start off with a story that is straight out of a horror story but ends as an incredible tale of forgiveness and giving. Then Amy deep dives on actress Valerie Bertinelli, who struggled with weight over her decades-long career, going from diet to diet, only to learn self-image and self-love does not come from numbers on a scale. This is an incredible lesson about loving yourself! Finally, Amy tells the inspiring tale of a lawyer, who turned her ...
Episode 73: Remy Wines: An Interview About Innovation
March 23, 2022 07:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MBEpisode 73 is a little different than most of our other episodes. In this episode, Teresa interviews Remy Drabkin and John Mead. Remy is the owner of Remy Wines in McMinnville, Oregon, a winery that is on the cutting edge of not only environmental sustainability but also social consciousness. Remy, with the help of John Mead of Vesuvian Forge, is building a sustainable winery and using a new type of concrete that may help combat climate change. And on top of all of this, Remy makes some ...
Episode 72: The Brilliant Shirley Ann Jackson
March 16, 2022 07:00 - 27 minutes - 19.2 MBWith the horrors of war going on in Ukraine, everyone can use some inspiration and a little bit of hope. In the dark, light shines brighter. Teresa starts off with two great companies that are using different means to help keep homeless people warm. Then Amy does a deep dive on Shirley Ann Jackson, an absolutely brilliant woman who was one of the first black female students at M.I.T. and who has been making waves in the world of science ever since. Amy finishes up with the story of a co...
Episode 71: Volodymyr Zelenskyy- The Spirit of Ukraine
March 09, 2022 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.1 MBThis past week has been brutal with all the news coming in from Ukraine. But this is the time we need to find the light in the dark, foster hope, and share our hearts. Teresa starts with a story of an amazing project that is helping keep waste out of landfills and helping our homeless population. Then Teresa takes a look at the current war in Ukraine and how the people of Ukraine and their President have kept the spirit of their country alive as they defend against the Russian invasion. ...
Episode 70: Trevor Noah - Molded by His Mother
March 02, 2022 08:00 - 44 minutes - 30.7 MBMarch is here! And we have another batch of inspirational stories to feed your soul. First, a dad creates Autcraft for his autistic son to create a safe space for children with autism to play Minecraft. Then Teresa talks about comedian and Daily Show Host, Trevor Noah's, difficult childhood in South Africa and how his mom molded him into the man he is today. Finally, Teresa brings it home with Paralympian swimmer, Jamal Hill, and his amazing journey in competitive swimming. Have a list...
Episode 69: Bravey- Alexi Pappas
February 23, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBStill Black History Month and so we are going to start off with the history-making Olympic athletes: speedskater Erin Jackson and barrier-breaking Debi Thomas. Then Teresa dives into runner and filmmaker, Alexi Pappas, and her lessons on the importance of mental health. Amy wraps it up with skier Lindsey Vonn and actress Goldie Hawn who are both helping others deal with mental health. These are some great stories. Find a comfy spot, throw some headphones on, and take some time to get ins...
Episode 68: Skinny House - An Uncommon Home History
February 16, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBIt's already the middle of February 2022! Pandemic time is flying by while seemingly standing still. Days are getting a little longer, even seeing some buds starting on some trees meaning Spring is just around the corner. In this episode, Teresa talks about two different ways people are tackling waste in our communities, Amy talks about Skinny House a historic building that is also the history of a Black family, and then Amy talks about Jocelyn Rice, a fashion designer that is making wave...
Episode 67: The Princess of the Press Ida B. Wells
February 09, 2022 08:00 - 43 minutes - 29.9 MBFebruary is Black History Month and we are going to share some amazing and inspiring stories to celebrate! Teresa starts off with the story of Bessie Coleman, the first female black pilot and a pioneer in flight. Then she brings you Ida B. Wells, virtually a force of nature, she brought much-needed attention to murders and lynchings in the post-slavery South. This story is a tough one to hear, but Ida B. Wells is an unsung hero and a person everyone should know. Amy finishes off with tw...
Episode 67: The Unbeatable Ida B. Wells
February 09, 2022 08:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBFebruary is Black History Month and we are going to share some amazing and inspiring stories to celebrate! Teresa starts off with the story of Bessie Coleman, the first female black pilot and a pioneer in flight. Then she brings you Ida B. Wells, virtually a force of nature, she brought much-needed attention to murders and lynchings in the post-slavery South. This story is a tough one to hear, but Ida B. Wells is an unsung hero and a person everyone should know. Amy finishes off with tw...
Episode 66: The Author with a Child-Like Heart - Beverly Cleary
February 07, 2022 03:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBOk- we have been away for a couple of weeks. Some technical issues on top of Covid has put us a bit behind, but we have so many inspiring stories to get out so we will be playing catch-up. One of the unfortunate sides of Covid is that we are doing the podcast remotely, so sorry that the audio quality is a little off. We are working on trying to improve it. Anyways, still some fantastic stories this week. Teresa starts off with the story of a motel owner who is using his motel to help th...
Episode 65: The Humor and Heart of Betty White
January 19, 2022 08:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBInspiration is in the air. Amy gives us some quick updates on some of the subjects of prior episodes. Teresa then goes through the life and passions of the Amazing Betty White, who we lost just a few days ago. Everyone loves Betty White, and you will love her and be inspired by her even more after you hear this podcast. Finally, we love animals just like Betty White, and so we have two animal stories that might tug on your heartstrings a bit. Have a listen, take some deep breaths and le...
Episode 64: Julie Rodgers - Outlove
January 12, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBOk. Just to be upfront, this episode includes puppies in bowties. PUPPIES IN BOWTIES! How can you get more adorable than that? By having a young man sew them to help get pets in shelters adopted. Our main story is not quite so light, dealing with overcoming the damaging effects of so-called "gay conversion therapy". Julie Rodgers bravely tells her story of how she went from the face of gay conversion camps to an outspoken activist against the practice that has traumatized far too may ...
Episode 64: Julie Rogers - Outlove
January 12, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBOk. Just to be upfront, this episode includes puppies in bowties. PUPPIES IN BOWTIES! How can you get more adorable than that? By having a young man sew them to help get pets in shelters adopted. Our main story is not quite so light, dealing with overcoming the damaging effects of so-called "gay conversion therapy". Julie Rogers bravely tells her story of how she went from the face of gay conversion camps to an outspoken activist against the practice that has traumatized far too may y...
Episode 63: Lenny Kravitz - Let Love Rule
January 05, 2022 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBOur first podcast of 2022! We are so excited for what the New Year brings! So much inspiration to be found. Amy starts off with a fun new cookbook that does not require you to be a great chef to make yummy meals. It encourages the exploration of food with family. Then Amy talks about the amazing Lenny Kravitz and how the love of so many people shaped his life and inspired his music. Teresa brings the warm fuzzies with two teenagers who are using their own special interests to help othe...
Episode 62: Ringing in the New Year with Julia Childs
December 29, 2021 08:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBWow- the last week of 2021! Where has the year gone? We are finishing 2021 with a bang- three great inspiration stories. Teresa starts us off with Verônica Silva Hipólito, the amazing para-athlete who has overcome so many challenges but never gives up. Her story is simply amazing! Then Amy deep dives on the amazing life of Chef Julia Childs. This Chef's love of bringing the joy of cooking to so many people has changed the world and is probably the progenitor of all of the cooking shows...
Episode 61: It's a Wonderful Life
December 22, 2021 14:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBYay! Our first Christmas episode! The holidays can be filled with so much joy, but they can also be a time people struggle. This episode is all about finding hope in the holidays and a reminder that everyone makes a difference. We start off with Amy talking about The Thirteen Gifts, a story of tragedy that leads to hope and kindness for a family and how they pay that forward in love. Then Teresa deep dives into the holiday classic, It's a Wonderful Life, and the story of George Bailey, ...
Episode 60: Denzel Washington: Planting Seeds
December 15, 2021 08:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBEpisode 60! This is a great episode- so much inspiration to be found. We start off with a local Portland woman who is helping those in need with scarfs for the homeless. Then Denzel Washington inspires with stories of those mentors who made a difference in a young person's life. Finally, there is a medley of people who are choosing to spread kindness in a variety of different ways. Lots of great stories to brighten your week. Join us! Send us a Text Message. We would love to hear fro...
Episode 59: Tuesdays with Mitch Albom
December 08, 2021 08:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MBSome really great stories for you on today's podcasts. Amy starts off with the heartwarming story of a young man who uses his Make-a-Wish wish to bring joy to other sick children. Then there is the story of Mitch Albom of Tuesdays with Morrie fame, and his new book Finding Chika which covers more incredible lessons of love, living, and loss. This guy really has an amazing perspective. Teresa wraps it up with a story about how urban farms are making a difference for Black neighborhoods in...
Episode 58: Jacinda Ardern - The Progressive Prime Minister
December 01, 2021 08:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBIt's already December. The days are rocketing by now and 2022 is just around the corner. This week we get some updates on previous podcasts, and then Amy tells us how a group of women is fighting the effects of climate change in Bangledash. Then we learn about the amazing Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand who is fighting the pandemic as well as helping children and families. One of the youngest Prime Ministers ever, Jacinda Arden is making a difference for New Zealanders. Te...
Episode 57: The Inner Beauty of Lizzie Velasquez
November 24, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBTomorrow is Thanksgiving here in the US. A time when we reflect on our lives and express gratitude for what we have. We at Tangential Inspiration are thankful to share our stories with you and hope that along the way you find some inspiration that sparks action, hope, and kindness. This week, we share some stories about people who share with others in different ways. Amy starts off with Edesia, a non-profit company that makes life-saving Plumpy'Nut, feeding millions of hungry children ar...
Episode 56: The Indivisible Nate Boyer
November 17, 2021 08:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBJust one more week until Thanksgiving. November is moving fast! Time to take a moment to slow down, breathe deep, and find some inspiration. This week, Amy starts off with a contest set up by famous documentary filmmaker, Ken Burns, which celebrates hometown pride. Teresa does a deep dive on Green Beret and football play Nate Boyer who is using football to tell the story of one America and help close the divide between Americans by listening to what we have in common rather than what set...
Episode 55: Sutton Foster - Overcoming Crisis One Craft Project at a Time
November 10, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBOk- now it is just dark and wet in the Pacific Northwest. What better time to bundle up inside and get inspired by a podcast. Let's get the ball rolling with Vanessa Severo, a Brazillian writer, and actress who is telling the amazing tale of Frieda Kahlo, the famed Mexican artist, on the stage. Then there is another stage performer, Broadway star Sutton Foster, who has written Hooked, How Crafting Saved My Life. This book explains how the simple pleasure of crafting can be a mental healt...
Episode 54: The Deliciously Generous Paul Newman
November 03, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBNovember is here. The leaves are almost all down and in the Pacific Northwest, we are getting ready for a few months of wet and cold weather. Halloween is over and Mariah Carey's All I Want for Christmas is about to start playing non-stop. Where can you find some inspiration as the weather turns all gloomy? Right here. Teresa tells you the story of how music can change the lives of people living with dementia, and how they can even compose their own music. Amy tells the fascinating tal...
Episode 53: Tig Notaro - the Luckiest Unlucky Person
October 27, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBJust days out before Halloween, Fall is in full swing and here in the Pacific Northwest, when it's not dumping rain, the trees are gorgeous! Some great stories for you this week. Amy tells the story of Club Kindness, an organization that is doing amazing things, that grew out from the love of a young man who brought hope to others even though he was terminally ill. Teresa talks about comedian Tig Notaro, who despite going through a series of tragedies, still looks to bring laughter to ot...
Episode 52: John Pavlovitz -Hope is a Superpower
October 20, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBThis week we start off with a plethora of inspiring stores- short hits on inspiring people. Then Teresa talks about the unconventional John Pavlovitz who preaches love and hope as superpowers that we can all use to fight the darkness. Amy talks about a couple who opens their homes to dozens of college students to build community and give the students a taste of home by providing home-cooked meals. There is a quick Q&A round with Amy to wrap things up. I know I say this every week, but th...
Episode 51: Craig Melvin- Breaking the Cycle
October 13, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBWe have some fantastic stories for you this week. We start off with a young (and I mean young) lady, Sofie Cruz, who is standing up for keeping immigrant families intact. Amy tells the story of Craig Melvin, a news anchor on the Today Show, and how he has broken the cycle of alcoholism in his family and really leaned into the role of father for his children. Amy also shares two short stories about a gym that helps people fighting addiction and a brand of water that gives 50% of its profit...
Episode 50: Atticus- The Mighty Little Mountain Dog
October 06, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MB50 episodes! We can't believe we have already done 50 episodes. Thank you to all those who have listened to us! We LOVE, LOVE, LOVE our listeners! Our 50th episode is really great. First, we have the amazing Betty Soskin- the hundred-year-old National Park Ranger who has been dropping historical truth bombs and challenging the politically correct history for years. Then there is the heart-warming story of Atticus, the miniature schnauzer who conquered hundreds of mountains with his own...
Episode 49: Momma Smash - Serena Williams
September 29, 2021 07:00 - 40 minutes - 27.6 MBWe are closing out September and closing in on episode 50!. This week, we start off with two just amazing stories loosely connected to some amazing food, but directly connected to happy hearts. These bring the warm fuzzies. Then it is all about Momma Smash- the amazing indomitable spirit of of Serena Williams. Not only is she a powerhouse on the tennis court, she has an amazing heart! Amy brings some more happy vibes as she talks about an amazing young man whose passion for racing led h...
Episode 48: The Happiest Man on Earth- Eddie Jaku
September 22, 2021 14:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBFall is definitely in the air in the Pacific Northwest. We have had some much-needed rain and it certainly is cooling off and getting darker earlier. And while we will be missing all that sunshine, we can still find the light. This week, Teresa starts us off with two short stories about young men who are doing great things in their community to help others. Then, Amy tells the harrowing but amazing story of Eddie Jaku, who survived the Nazi concentration camps and now inspires others wi...
Episode 47: The Maverick McCains
September 15, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MBIt's already the middle of September, where is the time going? Amy brings us some incredible cafes that are doing a lot more than serving coffee- they are serving hope and kindness. Teresa shares some really inspiring stories about John and Cindy McCain and their unique way of navigating life and politics where the focus is on doing what is right, not what is popular. Teresa also talks about some heartwarming stories of community kindness that are going to make you feel good for the rest ...
Episode 46: The High Flying Simone Biles
September 08, 2021 16:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBSo September is our mental health awareness month, and many of our stories will feature people overcoming mental health issues or raising awareness of this important, but often not talked about issue. We start off with a 3rd-grade teacher who has incorporated singing as a way to increase math test performance and journaling to help kids prosper emotionally. Teresa deep dives into two celebrities raising mental health awareness with Dwayne the Rock Johnson and Olympian and groundbreaking gy...
Episode 45: Checking In with Michelle Williams
September 01, 2021 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.4 MBWe have a few Olympic hold-overs, starting off with the Special Olympics Athletes finally getting the same financial rewards as Olympic Athletes for medaling and the heart-warming s story of Polish Olympian, Maria Andrejczyk. This one may make you cry a few happy tears. Amy brings in our theme this month with mental health awareness and the incredible Michelle Williams, who candidly talks about her struggles with mental health despite being an incredibly successful singer and actress, and ...
Episode 44: David Chang's Momofuku
August 25, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBAs we move into September, we are going to do a few stories on mental health and mental health awareness. Mental health is a huge issue worldwide and more needs to be done to help those who are suffering as well as more intervention to help prevent mental illness and eliminate the stigma of mental health issues. In this episode, we start off with New York's Trash Walker who is bringing awareness to the massive waste going on in our cities and what can be done to divert unused goods from o...
Episode 44: David Chang's Momofuku
August 25, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MBAs we move into September, we are going to do a few stories on mental health and mental health awareness. Mental health is a huge issue worldwide and more needs to be done to help those who are suffering as well as more intervention to help prevent mental illness and eliminate the stigma of mental health issues. In this episode, we start off with New York's Trash Walker who is bringing awareness to the massive waste going on in our cities and what can be done to divert unused goods from o...
Episode 43: The Unsinkable Refugee- Yusra Mardini
August 18, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutes - 26.8 MBThe Olympics may be over, but August is still our Olympics month, and there is still some inspiration to be squeezed out of the Games. Teresa starts off with the compelling story of the world's fastest blind man and his amazing running partner. Then Teresa introduces us to a teenage refugee who risked her life fleeing from war-torn Syria, only to find herself become an Olympic swimmer. Then Amy has two short stories of inspiring rowers. One rower continues to row, despite his body failin...
Episode 42: The Relentless Missy Franklin
August 11, 2021 14:00 - 48 minutes - 33.6 MBSo the Olympics have come to a close. We were definitely inspired by so many of the Olympic stories, both past and present. This episode is CRAMMED with inspiring athletes. First, though, Teresa tells the tale of Grandma Gatewood, who in her mid-sixties, hiked the 2,050 mile Appalachian Trail on her own, and followed it up by doing the Oregon Trail by herself! Amy does a deep dive into Olympic swimming with the relentless spirit of Missy Franklin, who with the support of her parents, fou...
Episode 41: Skating Legend Scott Hamilton
August 04, 2021 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBThe Olympics are still going strong, and so is our passion to inspire! Amy brings us two short stories- Dinner in White and a 96-year-old nurse who just retired after caring for who knows how many thousands of patients. Teresa sticks with our Olympic Theme with former Olympic Gold Medalist, Scott Hamilton, who is still doing amazing things. Teresa also covers the Peter Westbrook Foundation, which helps train young kids how to fence with a sword and have self-esteem and confidence for life...
Episode 40: Eunice Kennedy Shriver and the Special Olympics
July 28, 2021 07:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBThe Olympics are still going strong and so is the inspiration. Teresa starts of with Anthill Creations, a non-profit making playgrounds out of upcycled materials in the poorest parts of India. Next up is a deep dive on Eunice Kennedy Shriver, who despite many family tragedies, focused on improving the lives of special needs individuals and created the Special Olympics as a celebration of what amazing things they can achieve. Amy digs into the Boys in the Boat, an amazing tale of the US Ol...
Episode 39: Ibtihaj Muhammad - The Faithful Fencer
July 21, 2021 07:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBWe are still focused on the Summer Olympic Games, scheduled to start on July 23, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan. First, Amy starts off with some hometown heroes in Portland, Oregon who are making a difference in their community by helping others. Then Amy shares the amazing story of Ibtihaj Muhammad, a US Olympic fencer who has held tightly to her faith as she pursues her dreams. Next, Teresa takes us on a weirdly connected series of running and cycling events that all bring out the best in their ...
Episode 38: Olympic Surfer Carissa Moore
July 14, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MBStill some Olympic fever going on as we approach the Summer Olympics in Japan. But first, Guiseppe Paterno shows us it is never too late, graduating from college at the age of 96. Amy gives us a lesson on surfing and the amazing Olympian, Carissa Moore, who is surfing towards Gold in Japan when surfing becomes an Olympic sport for the first time. And keeping with the Olympian theme, Amy tells the tale of Paralympian, Craig Blanchett, who broke 21 world records, despite being confined to a...
Episode 37: The Blazing Fast Wilma Rudolph
July 07, 2021 13:00 - 33 minutes - 23.2 MBAmy and Teresa have Olympic Fever this week. As we approach the 2001 Summer Olympics, we look towards current and past athletes for some inspiration. At the starting block is the My Hero Project, which highlights extraordinary people making a difference. Lapping the competition is the inspiring story of Black Olympian and the first woman to win three Gold Medals in a single Olympics, William Rudolph! Coming down the home stretch is the story of rising gymnastics start, Jordan Chiles, who...
Episode 36: Thirsty Scott Harrison
July 01, 2021 14:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MBDespite the heatwave hitting the Pacific Northwest right now, this episode is a bit damp. We start off with Amy telling us about surfers getting together to help bring clean water to the world. Then there is a deep dive on Scott Harrison, a nightclub promoter who turned his talents to bringing water to Africa. It's an amazing story! And the last story, well it has a few happy tears, so there is a water connection. Teresa covers some really heartwarming graduation stories. As a bonus- t...
Episode 35: The Heart of Team Hoyt
June 23, 2021 07:00 - 30 minutes - 20.8 MBWhat a great week! Amy tells us about Arielle Estoria, spokeswoman, model and poet. You need to see this woman rhyme. Teresa talks about Team Hoyt, an inspiring story of a dad's love for his son, and their amazing race career. Teresa also talks about former president, George W. Bush's amazing book of portraits and stories of immigrants and their impact on America. And as a bonus, there is quick-fire question session with Amy in the hot seat! Come learn a bit, laugh a bit, and get inspi...
Episode 34: Bishop Michael Curry
June 16, 2021 07:00 - 31 minutes - 21.8 MBJune is full swing- everything is blooming, a bit more sun, and school is finishing up. Father's Day is this month so we are celebrating Father's for the month of June. Amy starts off with the website www.allprodad.com which is helping give fathers more ways to connect with their kids. Also in this episode, Teresa gets into Bishop Michael Curry, the head of the Episcopal Church, and his inspiring message of love for all. And finally, Teresa covers the rapper Common who is helping give ho...
Episode 33: Michael J. Fox
June 09, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22 MBWhat a great week for inspiration! Amy deep dives on the unstoppable Michael J. Fox, who stays optimistic despite his fight against Parkinson's Disease. Teresa talks about "Jeff's Camp" which will help get homeless military veterans access to mental health treatment, substance abuse rehabilitation, and vocational training while providing them a safe home. Amy shares about a book (and associated course) that aims to prove that humor in the workplace has its place, and may in fact increase...
Episode 32: The Peacebunny Island Interview- Caleb Smith
June 02, 2021 13:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBOur first interview episode! And its with the owner of Peacebunny Island, Caleb Smith, who Amy first discussed in Episode 17. For those not familiar, Peacebunny Island is an actual island, where Caleb Smith raises bunnies to be used for birthday parties, schools, old folks' homes, and even as comfort animals following tragedies like school shootings. Amy hits Calebs 10 key values, which we can all learn from, we have our interview with Caleb. Sorry for the audio quality, we had to change...
Episode 31: Jon and Tracey Stewart
May 26, 2021 20:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBClosing out May and just in time for Memorial Day, Teresa deep dives on comedian and former Daily Show Host, Jon Stewart, and his fight for health care for the heroes of 9/11. He of course is supported by Tracey Stewart, his wife, and an amazing animal activist on her own. Additionally, Teresa covers an innovative way to help clean up homeless encampments while providing much-needed resources to the homeless population. Amy shares about Hilarity for Charity, a non-profit run by Seth Rogan...
Episode 30: Erin French- The Comeback Chef
May 22, 2021 20:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBEpisode 30! Can't believe we are already here. Inspiration abounds! Amy does a deep dive on Chef Erin French, who despite some pretty major setbacks, she fought to get her son and her restaurant back only to become a world-renowned dinner destination that gets so many reservation requests, she has to hold a lottery. Then there is Tiquette Bramlett and Vidon Vineyards. Tiquette is the first black vineyard president in a major U.S. vineyard region. Tiquette is planning on bringing more d...
Episode 29: Alecia Moore - PINK!
May 21, 2021 21:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBMay is still Mother's Month here at Tangential Inspiration. We are focusing on moms who do amazing things- and few moms rock more than Alecia Moore, better known as Pink! Teresa does her deep dive on this musical powerhouse as she is a mother and a role model for her kids. Amy also covers a company that makes quilts out of t-shirts that focuses on hiring hearing-impaired employees to do these really cool bed coverings. Teresa talks about Gal Gadot's short-form documentary series Impact w...