Tangential Inspiration

During May we are celebrating awesome moms who are making a difference in the world, not just for their kids, but for everyone.  A lot of people know the image of Princess Diana, but not the substance of her compassionate, giving heart.  Amy discusses how Diana the mother, passed those qualities down to her sons, William and Harry, and through them, her legacy of helping others continues in a big way.  Amy also talks about how her mother and mother-in-law have shaped her and her family and Teresa talks about Operation Smile which is changing the world for hundreds of children one face at a time.  Everybody needs a little inspiration, you can find some here.

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All month during the month of May, we are going to focus on stories of moms that have done spectacular things or have made great impacts on our world.  This week, Teresa does a deep dive on Irena Sendler.  Never heard of her?  Well, you need to change that.  This remarkable mom saved 2,500 infants and children during Hitler's reign of terror in Poland during World War II.  Also, hear about The Boys Who Challenged Hitler, a group of young saboteurs, written about by Phillip Hoose (see Episode 1).  Hear about a coffee company that hires 80% of its workforce from the developmentally disabled community and Amy covers the heartwarming story of the power of multigenerational moms.  There is a lot to learn in this episode and the stories are pretty dang amazing- you don't want to miss this episode.

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Happy Mother's Day!  We hope that you have a wonderful Mother's Day.  We know for some of you it is a hard day- and we would love to hear from you about your mothers too.  This week's episode is of course mother centered.  But first, Amy talks about some little tidbit stories highlighting how so many of the stories we share come back to us in interesting ways.  Teresa talks about a company trying to grow that is making earth-friendly compostable tooth flossers which would help solve one of Teresa's pet peeves and help the planet rid another single-use plastic.  Then Teresa gives us a bit of history on Vera Peters, the mother of the modern mastectomy, and who improved cancer treatments both medically and emotionally for patients.  Finally, Teresa talks about how her life has been and continues to be shaped by her two moms.

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May is about Mothers and Mother's Day!  We will be focusing on amazing mothers with inspiring stories.  Starting off this week, it's Teresa with Malahi Abidi's fun and vivid art that celebrates women who are trendsetters, visionaries, activists, and trailblazers.  Amy does an overview of the incredible and inspiring life of former First Lady, Laura Bush.  Finally, not everyone has a mother, and this incredible charity, empowerHER, connects girls and young ladies who have lost a mother to help cope with the loss and connect with others who have experienced this pain and create a community of support.  Have a listen, then chat about it with your mother.  You know she'd love to hear from you, whether or not she is still with us.

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So this is our longest episode yet, but that is because it is full of great stories of inspiration.  It's Earth Month, so we will be continuing to focus on stories related to helping our planet.  First off, is Edgar McGreggor, who single-handedly has cleaned a 192-acre park.  Then Amy tells the fascinating story of Julia "Butterfly" Hill, who lived in a tree for two years to protect an old-growth forest- it sounds crazy, but it's really a great story.  And finally, Amy talks about Abby's Closet, which gives prom dresses a second chance and gives other girls a chance to go to prom.  Amy and Teresa also give you a few updates about things they have going on.  Join us for a bit of inspiration and a lady in a tree.

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This week Teresa and Amy talk about a 70-year-old rower who traveled 3,000 miles to help people with Alzheimer's, Cristina Zenato who reaches into the mouths of wild sharks to help them out (plus lots of shark facts), and two companies that are helping the environment while making cool and fashionable products.  Plus Teresa and Amy give a few updates on some of their ongoing projects!

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A police dog that consoles victims of tragedy, a man who lovingly wrestled crocodiles, and a bunch of angry moms taking on air pollution- what more could you want?  Amy kicks off with Officer Clarence, a St. Bernard, police K9 who comforts people after tragedy strikes.  Teresa dives deep into the croc-infested waters that gave the world Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter, and his amazing family that carries on his Wildlife Warrior spirit.  Finally, there is the Moms Clean Air Force, which organizes community involvement to fight pollution in the air and promote a cleaner planet.  Jump on in, the water is . . . full of crocs?  Something like that.

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This week Amy tells us about Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams start a free grocery store and foodservice feeding thousands each month.  Then Amy tells the incredible story of scientist and nature writer Rachel Carson whose writings help lead to modern chemical and environmental regulations.  And finally, Teresa talks about the dangers of plastic waste and discusses new and innovative ways we might be able to safely dispose of it.   Get ready for inspiration, give it a listen.

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Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

April is Earth Month and we are still celebrating with inspirational stories of people making an impact on our planet.  Our first story is about a persuasive grade-schooler who is going to get pockets for young girls.  Amy does a deep dive on Emily Penn, who besides being a totally girl-power explorer, is a true Plastic Warrior.  Teresa then covers the Forest Man of India who has spent 30 years building his own forest that has attracted worldwide attention.  Have a listen, take home some inspiration!

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Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

We are celebrating April as Earth Month on Tangential Inspiration.  In this episode, we announce the launch of our website, Tangential-Inspiration.com, Amy tells us about a teen on a mission to rid the ocean of an unexpected pollutant- golf balls; Teresa does her deep dive on Wangari Maathai, an African woman who has taught generations of Africans, through word and deed, about the power of conservation; and Teresa talks about 4Oceans, a company that using the sale of its products to fund ocean clean up.  Get inspired to take care of our planet.

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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