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Welcome to Project Give Back Connects,This is an extension of Project Give Back in the classroom.We are dedicated to inspiring young students to become more empathetic, understanding and community... more
FAQs about Project Give Back Connects:How many episodes does Project Give Back Connects have?The podcast currently has 46 episodes available.
March 18, 2026PGB Connects S5 E1, The Power of MindfulnessWelcome to Project Give Back Connects, Season 5, Episode 1. In this episode you meet a pioneer and legend in the field of Mindfulness. Dr. Ellen J. Langer is the first woman to be tenured at Harvard University. She is famously regarded as 'The Mother of Mindfulness'. Her epic and groundbreaking research demonstrates how our thoughts and beliefs directly influence our health. She says, "When we change what we think, we change what is possible." A massive Project Give Back Connects welcome to the one and only, Dr. Ellen J. Langer. ...more22minPlay
December 13, 2023PGB Connects S4 E4 Connecting to CalmThis episode is dedicated to finding a way to slow down our inner selves when life is racing on. We have some spectacular experts who will teach us accessible techniques to help us connect to calm. I can’t wait to fill up my tool kit with more tricks to help when I am scared and worried. I know these will help you too. An episode for all ages....more37minPlay
December 12, 2023S4 E3 Food For ThoughtThis Episode, "Food for Thought," features the CEO of The Daily Bread Food Bank, Neil Hetherington. He will share the How Why and What we can do, regarding food insecurity in our city. This episode we will be treated to a song by the extremely talented Halle Burnett. We also have a challenge by Lianne and Cassandra from our Kindness Corner segment. And surprise co- host Riley....more24minPlay
November 03, 2023Project Give Back Connects S4 E2 The Puddle JumperGrief can be overwhelming. It hits us all, whether we are 8 or 88. In this episode, we will meet Lisa Robinson, the grief counsellor who helped our family at our lowest and most vulnerable time. She will guide us through techniques and coping mechanisms that can help us as we grieve. We will also be serenaded by the dynamic sister duo of Abby and Sarah. Beverly and I will read our newly published, The Puddle Jumper, a children’s book to help navigate the confusing feelings of grief and loss....more31minPlay
September 29, 2023PGB Connects S4E1 The LaunchThis season promises to continue to bring you doses of inspiration from heroes in our community who are making such an impact. In this episode, you will meet Rachel Chernos Lin, Chair of the Toronto District School Board. You will also be treated to a song by the very talented Ethan Young. We are thrilled to introduce you to Kindness Corner’s new hosts, Lianne and Cassandra....more20minPlay
June 14, 2023S3 E8 Leading By ExampleThis episode features community leaders who lead by example. We are so lucky to learn from them as they share their priceless wisdom and lessons with us. We welcome Michael Kalles (President of Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage), Jay Rosenzweig (Founder of Rosenzweig and Company), Dr. Jeremy Friedman (Associate Pediatrician-in-Chief at SickKids Hospital, and Lily Librach, (singer, dancer, and actress). Lindsay from One 2 Give TO will be here as well....more34minPlay
April 27, 2023Finding Your Inner ChampionThis episode has three exceptional guests. You will meet Luke Anderson, Co Founder and Executive Director of StopGap Foundation. Wait until you hear Luke’s life altering story.You will also meet one of the stars of the new feature film, ‘Champions’. The extremely talented and engaging Madison Tevlin will be here to share her phenomenal story.Next, we will be serenaded by the exceptional CJ Capital. I can’t wait for you to meet this outstanding artist....more23minPlay
March 31, 2023Unwrapping KindnessWelcome to Season 3 Episode 6. These experts know a thing or two about leading with kindness and they are here to lead us through some valuable lessons. You will meet Jon Levy, VP of Strategic Transactions, Head of Ventures (Toys) at Spin Master Ltd. Our dynamic, young, shining star this week is Ryann Fineberg. We will also be treated to performance by SAGE. Lindsay is back with a Kindness Corner segment to wrap it all up....more32minPlay
February 23, 2023PGB Connects S3 E5 Stand Up and Make Positive ChangeWelcome to Episode 5 where our first guest is Michael Levitt, President and CEO of Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center, Canada’s leading human rights organization devoted to Holocaust education and fighting antisemitism and other forms of racism. You will also meet the resilient Star Jackson, Boxer and Coach. Next, singer/songwriter Seth Zosky will perform a song for us. Our young shining star is the inspiring Cole Florence....more29minPlay
January 26, 2023PGB Connects S3 E4 Finding Your Shining LightPlease join us for our next Connects! These fascinating guests have truly found their unique voices and wait until you learn what lessons they have in store for us. You will meet the fabulous Marcia Agius, Founder of Inspire Always. Next you will meet the dynamic YouTube and TikToc sensation, Carla Rockmore. The extremely talented Tyler Simmons will perform for us. You will be inspired by Robert Hume and Amy Janes, Queen's University Students who are truly making a difference. And Lindsay from @one2giveto is back with our newest challenge....more34minPlay
FAQs about Project Give Back Connects:How many episodes does Project Give Back Connects have?The podcast currently has 46 episodes available.