The Love Does Podcast

Join Jody as she sits down with Bob and Maria to explore their inspiring journey as well the foundation and future of Love Does. Bob and Maria share personal stories about navigating marriage, life’s challenges, and some whimsical adventures—including our upcoming giraffe sanctuary! They also discuss the hope, generosity, and community that drives the Love Does team. Lean in with us and let’s discover together how love and whimsy can create lasting change.

Find the full video podcast on the Love Does YouTube channel. Learn more about our work and discover how you can get involved by visiting lovedoes.org

In this episode, Jody is joined by Janina Hofer from the Love Does school in Tijuana. The school serves families seeking asylum at the largest refugee camp in Mexico. With over 1,500 people living at the camp, the school serves as a safe place for displaced children to learn and grow. Tune in to hear how the school’s efforts are transforming the lives of children and  their families as they seek asylum and hope for a brighter future.

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This episode of the Love Does podcast was recorded inside San Quentin State Prison. Jody sits down with three incarcerated men (Tommy, Jay, and Sergio) who have made the decision to transform their lives and the lives of those around them in incredible ways. These men, along with the many others we have the pleasure of working with at San Quentin, are truly remarkable and the Love Does family would not be the same without them. We hope you are as inspired by their stories as we are.

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In this episode, Jody is joined by Samar who leads the Love Does school in Cana. The school strives to educate and empower the children of Cana especially during this time of conflict. Samar shares a bit about her background, what life is like for the children living through the Israel-Hamas War, and how her hope for a brighter future fuels her passion for education.

We recognize that current events evolve daily within Israel. This podcast was recorded in early September.

Don't forget to subscribe to the Love Does YouTube channel for more inspiring episodes. Learn more about our work and discover how you can get involved by visiting lovedoes.org.

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In this episode, Jody is joined by Annemarie Vanlangendonck to discuss the realities of the war in Ukraine and how life has changed for those displaced by the conflict. Annemarie shares heartwarming stories of the resilience and hope being nurtured in the refugee children at the Love Does school in Warsaw, Poland. They also explore the exciting plans for the upcoming Love Does boutique, which will provide support and empowerment to refugee mothers in Poland. This conversation is filled with inspiration and compassion—one we know you won’t want to miss!

In this episode, Jody sits down with Estera Jurczyk to discuss the ongoing crisis in Ukraine and the incredible impact the Love Does school in Warsaw, Poland is having on Ukrainian refugee children. Estera shares her personal journey and how it led her to a leadership role at the school. She also tells an inspiring story about how the book Love Does changed her life in a remarkable way. We hope you find this conversation as uplifting and insightful as we did!

His Royal Highness, Richard Apire, the 26th King of his Acholi clan in Northern Uganda has been a friend for over 20 years. We recently had the chance to catch up and reflect on what has been going on in Uganda, his hopes for the country, and the university Love Does is hoping to begin building.

Restore University will not only transform the lives of a generation of students but it also sends a message to the entire region that a land once decimated by war will now be the birthplace of this country’s future leaders.

To learn more and get involved, visit lovedoes.org/university.

Disclaimer: Some of the topics that we talk about in this episode are heavy. We're discussing some of the ways we're helping women find alternatives to prostitution. These are real issues and we certainly do not want to gloss over them, but we don't want you to be caught off guard either.

In this episode we are joined by our incredible friend, Megan Ratnam, who has gone above and beyond to develop a healing and empowering community in the Dominican Republic where women find support, children receive education, and everyone gets a chance to rewrite their stories. We're not just talking about the problems; we're celebrating the solutions.

For more information about Love Does, our mission, or how you can get involved please visit lovedoes.org

We hope you enjoy this conversation with our inspiring friend, Aref Dostyar. Aref is a brilliant Afghan diplomat whose life epitomizes service and dedication. Discover the richness of Afghan hospitality, the fortitude of its women, and the transformative power of education.

Join us for a conversation with our friends Suzy Ornee and Kristin Dreesen, where we discuss ways to support single mothers. Find inspiration in the stories of resilience and learn how you can contribute to uplifting the courageous women we’re serving through the Love Does home and boutique.