The Change Maker

In this inspiring episode of The Change Maker Podcast, host Deke Copenhaver sits down with his dear friend and newly elected Commissioner for Augusta’s District 6, Tamika Bean. Together, they explore the parallel lines between their political journeys, proving that a positive, inclusive, and grassroots-driven campaign rooted in deep faith can still resonate—and win big—two decades apart.

Tamika shares how her upbringing in a military family and 30-year background in cosmetology, youth mentoring, and community leadership shaped her commitment to a servant's heart. The two unpack their hands-on work with the Greater Augusta Long-Term Recovery Team, detailing how shifting from a "scarcity mindset" driven by fear to an "abundance mindset" driven by faith has allowed them to rapidly restore homes and hope in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Tune in to discover the ultimate blueprint for change-making leadership: putting faith first, modeling compassion for the next generation, and breaking the traditional political mold to unify a community.

Welcome to today's episode of the Change Maker Podcast. Join Deke as he talks with his guest, Eduardo Gomez.

Eduardo was born in Colombia and moved to the USA as a young man. Eduardo graduated with a BA in Economics, and an MSW from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee where he started sculpting. Later, he completed his art major in sculpture at the University of Arkansas, Little Rock and received a post-baccalaureate degree in sculpture.

ln 2009 a book was published about his work titled “Eduardo Gomez : Silent Messages”. This work is available in an e-book format at amazon.com.

Eduardo has exhibited in various Museums and international juried art shows. His work is collected internationally. For the last 9 years, Eduardo has taught at the Lighthouse Art Center School in Tequesta, Florida. His sculpture studio is located in Jensen Beach, Florida where he also teaches privately.

Eduardo has completed multiple private and public commissions. Two of his public commissions can be appreciated locally at the Distinguished Service Memorial Park in Stuart Florida.

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Welcome to today's episode of the Change Maker Podcast. Join Deke as he talks with his guest, Heather Hackett. Heather is the founder and Executive Director of the Local Relief, a Florida-based 501(c)(3) and social platform build specifically for severe-weather disaster and recovery.

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Welcome to today's episode of the Change Maker Podcast. Join Deke as he talks with his guest, Daniel Geraci. Daniel works for United in Crisis, whose mission is to develop, train, and equip networks of churches in cities across the world to effectively shepherd crisis survivors, meeting their long-term emotional, spiritual, and physical needs.

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Welcome to today's episode of the Change Maker Podcast. Join Deke as he talks with his guest, Bob Gossom. The LA writer Bob Gossom is known for his distinctive poetry and love of music, movies, books, hiking, body surfing, and tap dancing. His new projects are avidly anticipated by a band of fanatic and loyal followers, who appreciate his clarity of voice and the sophistication layered beneath it.

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Welcome to today's episode of the Change Maker Podcast. Join Deke as he talks with his guest, Charles Knox. Charles is a deacon in the Global Methodist Church, and, with his wife Julia, are following the Holy Spirit's call to minister to today's youth.

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Welcome to today's episode of the Change Maker Podcast. Join Deke as he talks with his guest and our show's producer, Ethan Balducci. Ethan is a young professional born and raised in Augusta, GA. He is the production manager at Get Up Productions, and is also a musician, having played in a number of bands and musical projects, including Village Sticks, The Dusty Angels, his own project Alto Pablo, and for Wesley United Methodist Church.

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Welcome to today's episode of the Change Maker Podcast. Join Deke as he talks with guest, Mayor Tim Kelly. Tim Kelly is serving as the 66th Mayor of Chattanooga, recently winning re-election by an 85% margin running as an independent.

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Welcome to today's episode of the Change Maker Podcast. Join Deke and his guest, Nicole Jansen. Nicole is a transformational business coach with 35 years of experience developing and empowering leaders, transforming their lives, and helping them achieve extraordinary results in business. Nicole is also the host of the Leaders of Transformation podcast, which showcases those inspiring individuals who change the world.

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Welcome to today's episode of the Change Maker Podcast. Join Deke and his guest, Mike Thomas, the 28-year-old host of the Forever Forward podcast, as they discuss the power of podcasts today and the importance of meaningful conversations.

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