Tangential Inspiration

Some 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 Detroit with the help of grassroots organizations that are making the ownership of these vital food sources possible.   It's a bit of a hodgepodge of inspiration, but everyone can find some here.  Come take a listen.

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Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

It'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 Bangladesh.  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.  Teresa reports on some recent studies that show one path to happiness is helping others.  Acts of kindness can help make you happy!  How awesome is that?    Take a listen, get inspired, help someone out, and get happy!

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Tomorrow 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 around the world and giving the gift of life and a chance at education to some of the poorest children.  Teresa tells the heartwrenching story of Lizzie Velasquez, who has overcome so much hardship and heartache but lives her mission of kindness to others and helps lead a movement to end bullying.  Teresa also talks about Mr.Beast, who searches for fame and followers like other YouTube superstars but does it through amazing acts of generosity and kindness.  There is a bounty of inspiration laid out to feast upon.  Dig in!

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Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

Just 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 sets us apart.  Finally, Teresa talks about 52 Lives, a group that picks one person or family each week and asks the community to change their lives.  Whether it is making a child's last few days magical or helping a student's dream of going to college, communities come together to make something amazing happen.  It's a beautiful story, and something we should recreate here in the US.  There is a Thanksgiving-themed QandA with Teresa.  Wrap up in a warm blanket of inspiration and find a little Zen.

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Ok- 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 health anchor in your life.  Teresa, in recognition of Veteran's Day, tells the story of Julia Parsons and her role as a secret codebreaker during World War II and how she just celebrated her 100th birthday.  Teresa asks Amy some Thanksgiving questions to round out this November podcast.  Come on in, snuggle up with a warm drink, and find a little inspiration. 

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Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

November 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 tale of how actor Paul Newman started his Newman's Own brand of salad dressing and the amazing things they have done with all those profits.  And then Amy tells the sweet story of her memories of her father as we approach Veterans Day on November 11.  Capping off the episode there is a quick Q&A with Amy.  It may be getting dark and gloomy outside, but in here, it's sunshine and inspiration!

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Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

Just 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 others.  And Teresa tells the story of the American Dream of Sonia Sotomayor, who grew up a poor Puerto Rican girl and through hard work and determination became a US Supreme Court Justice.  This is an amazing story.  This week is full of inspiration to help you launch into November with a happy heart.

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We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].

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Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

This 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 there is a lot of inspiration trapped in 41 minutes and 41 seconds. 

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We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].

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Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

We 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 profits to funding rehabilitation for addicts who can't afford it on their own.  There is a short Q&A with Teresa to round things off.  There is inspiration for everyone here.  Take a listen!

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We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].

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Website: tangential-inspiration.com

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1

Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

50 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!

#BeKind

#WeStandWithUkraine

We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].

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Website: tangential-inspiration.com

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Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1

Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek