Believe In People

Meet Stacey Powells. Stacey is someone a lot of you will have something in common with. After all, stress. kids, broken marriages, and breakdowns have all become a part of our daily life. But, Stacey has confronted all of those challenges and has survived them ... and more ... she now helps others by wriitng about hope that keeps her (and others) going. With October being Mental Health Awareness month what better time to sit down with Stacey to learn more about her story.

Meet Jacqueline Hollows. From a trauma informed childhood, to author, to social entrepreneur, Jacqueline founded Beyond Recovery in 2015, where her work within the criminal justice system has positively impacted thousands of lives. Beyond Recovery is about looking beyond the idea of merely surviving and existing, to moving forward, with hope, resilience and purpose in life.

Christa Campsall is an educator and the creator of My Guide Inside Curriculum. This innovative program is built upon timeless principles, a simple blend of new and known, with a focus on discovering well-being and understanding how we operate while also developing academic skills and competencies. https://www.myguideinside.com

Meet Dajohn White. Dajohn is the founder of Rebels For Peace. An organization that wants to spread their message of bringing hope and faith back to the community of Chicago, and the world. "No matter what city your from, your color, your religion, or your gender - you have the power to be and make the change you want to see in the world. It may be harder for some people - but it's still possible for anyone. We are born with that power and nobody can take that away from us." - Dajohn White

Meet Maurrie Sussman. Maurrie and her sister Rebecca Clarke (Becky) are the founders of Sisters On The Fly, offering empowerment and sisterhood through outdoor adventures. To think, it all started from fly fishing.

Meet Jeffrey Gibbs. He creates and leads projects and organizations focused on securing and restoring our living planet, and supports the rights of indigenous peoples. He’s also a photographer and public speaker. At the age of 16 he founded a charitable environmental organization fro Canadian teenagers that focused on protecting the ancient temperate rainforests of Haida Gwaii, an archipelago located in the North Pacific Ocean. Since then, he continues to live up to his motto "action for hope."

"Out of the hard times in life comes rebirth. Out of the hard times in life we grow." Those are the words of this episodes guest, award winning singer/songwriter, Coco Love Alcorn. During the pandemic Coco used her music to help others by creating an on-line choir called the Wonderland Singers. It was then that she discovered the healing power of music.

Meet Cheryl Jensen, the driving force behind the Vail Veterans Program and veteran Colonel Gregory Gadson who's life changed drastically in 2007, and how Cheryl's program came to the rescue for he and his family. This is a remarkable story of vulnerability, strength and community.

Meet Eirik Olsen & Mara Gleason-Olsen. They are the founders of One Solution Global. They are working to solve large-scale global challenges by helping individuals, communities and systems to change from within, and they believe that educating people about the mind so they can reconnect to their innate well-being, resilience and capacity for new ideas is the most efficient and sustainable solution to any problem. Find out how ...

Meet Gidon Lev & Julie Gray on BELIEVE IN PEOPLE. Gidon was just 6 years old when he entered a concentration camp. He is a witness, survivor, and so much more. In fact he's even a TikTok sensation. Julie is the writer who introduced the world to this remarkable man. This is a story or survival, hope and love.

Meet Yitzi Weiner. He is an entrepreneur, and author, and the founder of Authority Magazine, devoted to sharing in-depth, and interesting interviews, featuring people who are authorities in Business, Pop Culture, Wellness, Social Impact, and Tech. Yitzi is also a Rabbi. Find out what motivates Yitzi to want to inspire others.

Meet Jack Pransky, PhD. He is the founder of the Center For Inside-Out Understanding. He is an author, trainer and practitioner with numerous accomplishments in the field of prevention. Apart from all that Jack does, he is also the recipient of the Vermont Prevention Pioneers Award.

At the age of 21, Howard Kaplan was sent on a mission into the Soviet Union to smuggle a dissident’s manuscript on microfilm to London. He’s now turned his derring-do into a series of thrillers set in the Middle East and in particular, Syria Howard joined us to discuss his work, and the current events that drive his passion. This episode of Believe In People is dedicated to Canadian Peace Activist, Vivian Silver.

Meet Steve Sarowitz. Steve is a billionaire. He made a lot of money at a young age, and made the decision to invest in the betterment of others. He is a philanthropist, a promoter of unity, a filmmaker, and an active member and teacher of the Bahai'i faith.

Meet Tim Elmore, PhD. Tim is the founder and CEO of Growing Leaders, an Atlanta-based, non-profit organization created to develop emerging leaders. Through Growing Leaders, Elmore and his team provide public schools, state universities and corporations with the tools they need to help develop young leaders who can impact and transform society. Tim has written more than 25 books, including the bestselling Habitudes®: Images that Form Leadership Habits and Attitudes, Artificial Maturity, Generation iY, Life Giving Mentors and Nurturing the Leader Within Your Child. Today we talked about Gen Z and why they are the most anxious and unhappy generation to-date..

Meet Vernon Jackson. There is something noble and beautiful taking place in Cincinnati, and it's all happening at the Noble Barber and Beauty Salon. That's where owner and barber, Vernon Jackson sets aside time to connect and provide fun and fashionable haircuts to kids with special needs. Join us to learn how Vernon's child whispering abilities create an atmosphere of love and compassion. Truly inspiring.

Meet Linda Groocock. Linda is a semi-retired Registered Veterinary Technician who never thought in a million years that she would be rallying a community near Digby, Nova Scotia in what is called the Annapolis Basin to rescue a pod of Dolphins stuck in the mud as the tide was going out. ... And what happened next is nothing short of a miracle.

Meet O'Keiya Dinnall the Founder of With My Sisters. It all started with a conversation around a dinner table, and has grown into an annual event. Together, a group of women started offering support and femaleship to help other women achieve their goals. They believe that; We believe all women can embrace who they are, can define their future, and can change the world. On a side note: We were sorry that Darlene Frink was unable to join us on the day of the recording.

Meet Elaine Goldsmith-Thomas. To make it big in Hollywood you've got to be smart, savvy, and quick, but you also have to be tough. Elaine just happens to be all those things. She is both Jennifer Lopez and Halle Berry's producing partner. Elaine was one of the top agents in the industry, guiding the careers of actors such as Julia Roberts, Tim Robbins, Madonna, Susan Sarandon, Patrick Dempsey, Jennifer Connelly, Matt Dillon, Darren Star, Spike Lee, and others. So how does a high-profile producer, writer, and agent maintain sanity and an even keel? We're about to find out ...

Meet SHEletta Brundidge. She's a fireball that shines so bright as an advocate for children with autism. Three of SHEletta's four children are on the autism spectrum ... or at least they were ... SHEletta has made it her goal to represent them and others through her activism. And along the way ...

Meet Daphne Fuller. The founder of Black Minds In Meditation. Daphne is an Integrative Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. She is also a Certified Yoga Instructor, Life Coach, Reiki and Sound Practitioner, Certified Daring Way Facilitator, Speaker, Consultant and Author. Daphne specializes in therapy for women with an emphasis on spirituality, yoga, somatics and wellness. Daphne creates safe spaces for joy, healing, self-love and transformation. Discover what she does to help others 'be in the moment.'

Meet Dr. Bryan Robinson Bryan is a Psychotherapist, expert in work addiction recovery, and writes extensively on work-life balance with his most recent book, CHAINED TO THE DESK IN A HYBRID WORLD. In this day and age people make light of being 'chained to the desk.' Working 80 hour weeks as a badge of honor. But what many of us don't acknowledge, or want to talk about, is the fact that overachieving may do more harm than good. Being addicted to work can lead to other addictions, burnout, family problems and for what? Find out ....

Meet Robert Pasin. Chief Wagon Officer @ Radio Flyer A company started by his grandfather in 1917. Radio Flyer is an iconic brand that holds a special place in people's hearts because it instantly transports you to a happy time — to the best parts of childhood. The product line has expanded beyond the iconic Little Red Wagon™ and yet remains true to its past and relevant in todays world. Robert is the Emmy winning producer of the animated short film, Taking Flight.

Meet Jane Sibbett. Jane is a traveller, actor, and soul seeker. From her role as Ross's wife on the hit series FRIENDS to her role as a spiritual prayer dancer, Jane's life is a journey. Today that journey brings her to us ...

Meet Amy Ferris. She's an author, screenwriter, playwright, journalist, goddess, badass and a whole lot more. Amy has been honored by Women's eNews as one of its 21 Leaders for the 21st Century for her activism, passion, and commitment to women's voices. Want to learn what being vulnerable is? Here you go ...