Lead The Way with Anna Gouker

In this episode we learn about Beth Larson and her amazing backgound as a musician and leader. Anna goes in depth about Beth's upbringing and what led her to her role with Habitat For Humanity of Dane County. 

To learn more about how you can get involved with Habitat For Humanity of Dane County please visit: https://habitatdane.org/

In this episode Anna Gouker speaks with Cliff and Yvonne Hooks of Barneveld Cafe. An amazing couple who share there love for the community through good food and free jokes.

The Hook's run a non profit cafe that is open to the public, creating a space for all to enjoy the luxury of going out to eat. They run the cafe completely free of charge, setting an astounding example for community outreach. We home you enjoy this episode of Lead The Way with Anna Gouker as it was one of our favorite conversations to date. 

*Mentioned in this episode Cliff an Yvonne Hooks did end up having to move away from Barneveld and they can be found volunteering daily in there local comunity now. 

In this Episode we learn from Joy Willenbrink-Conte about the many benefits of music therapy. Joy goes in depth on her background and what led her to becoming a music therapist. 

For those unfamiliar with music therapy she explains it well- 

"Music therapy can be a space to foster creativity, empower, and build connections, therefore boosting your resilience in response to pain, conflict, loss, and trauma." Joy Willenbrink-Conte

There is much to learn in this episode and we hope you enjoy! 

In this episode we learn about the amazing mentoring programs they have avialable at Big Brother Big Sisters of Dane County. Sandy Morales goes in depth on her background and what led her to her position at Big Brothers Big Sisters. Listen to learn more about getting involved and how they work "to clear the path to a child’s biggest possible future."

https://www.bbbsmadison.org/

In this Episode we learn from Amy Kerwin and the amazing work she has done with Primates Inc.

Founded in 2004 Amy was able to take and learn from her experiences at the University of Wisconsin with rhesus monkeys. She found that these humble animals deserve sanctuary and an enriching life through retirement. Through many barriers Amy was able to create an amazing sanctuary. Not only does Primates inc. provides space for retirement but also acts as a prototype for other communities.

We all have much to learn from her work and the rest of the team at Primates inc. 

primatesinc.com

www.girlsontherunscwi.org

Find them on Facebook!

Anna talks with Jaclyn Eitrem and Justin L’Abbe of Just Bakery (a JustDane initiative).

Just Bakery is a 12 week educational and vocational training program. The program works with individuals who are experiencing significant barriers to employment (homelessness, justice involved, lack of education, and/or a lack of work history or skills).

Visit justdane.org to learn more.

Facebook & Instagram: @justbakeryMSN

Anna talks with Karla Thennes, Executive Director of Porchlight. They discuss a wide range of topics, including how Karla originally discovered her passion for working with people experiencing homelessness and Karla's journey of fighting self-doubt as she's grown in her profession.

Visit porchlightinc.org to get involved!

Arthur Aston is Executive Director of Build Jake's Place, Founder of OurView, and host of the OurView podcast. Anna and Arthur discuss the work of promoting inclusion of people with disabilities and what it requires of them both personally.

**This interview was recorded during the summer of 2021. Please excuse any reference to the "hot weather" that is incongruent with the temperature outside right now.**

Build Jake's Place: www.buildjakesplace.org

OurView: www.our-view.com

Anna has a wide ranging conversation about domestic violence with Outreach Specialist, Cia Siab Vang, and LGBTQ and Youth Program Director, Cody Warner, of End Abuse Wisconsin. 

www.endabusewi.org