Tangential Inspiration

Still 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 inspired.

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It'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

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February 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 two stories about local groups that are making a huge difference for seniors and the hungry of Portland.  Come learn a little and get inspired in the process!

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Ok- 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 the less fortunate.  Amy talks about a beloved children's author, Beverly Cleary, who wrote fantastic stories for children, all centered around Portland.  And then Amy finishes with the story of an 8-year-old graphic novelist who got his start in an unusual and creative way.  Have a listen, hear some great stories, and find something to inspire you!

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Inspiration 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 let the inspiration flow into you!

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Ok.  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 young people.  Check out her book, Outlove: A Queer Christian Survival Story.  Amy then lightens the mood with the heartwarming story of how two nurses are bringing birthday celebrations to kids that might otherwise not have a birthday.  These ladies are awesome and doing so much good in the world.  This episode has a little bit of everything, plus puppies in bowties.  What are you waiting for?  Have a listen.

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Our 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 other children in need.  2022 is starting off awesome.  Join us in the new year with some inspiring stories!

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Wow- 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 we now enjoy.  Her passion for food is contagious!  Amy continues her streak of crocheting stories, but with a twist.  Senior citizens are using crocheting to make a difference for homeless people all around the country while giving themselves purpose.  There is one last question and answer session to close out 2021!

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Yay!  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, a man that is given the gift of seeing a world where he never existed and shown how much impact even the little things he did made in the lives of the people around him.  It is such a great reminder that everyone makes a difference!  Then there is the story of the miraculous Christmas Truce, where for one brief Christmas Day in 1914, there was hope in one of the most grisly fields of combat in World War I.  There is a quick-fire question-and-answer session with Amy to top off the holiday theme. 

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Episode 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!

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