What if the future of conservation is hiding on top of a landfill? In this fascinating episode of the We’re Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee learns how Sustainability Matters Executive Director Andrea McGimsey and Rappahannock County Administrator Garrey Curry are testing a bold hypothesis: can closed landfills become thriving habitats for butterflies, pollinators, and native plants while still meeting critical soil erosion and safety requirements? Discover how this innovative partnership is blending science, sustainability, and community action to create a model that could transform landfill management—and environmental stewardship—across America. Learn more www.weregood.net. 

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What does a German immigrant brewer, a Victorian mansion, and the future of the American Dream have in common? In this episode of the We’re Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee takes you inside Washington D.C.'s historic Heurich House Museum to uncover a story of immigration, innovation, entrepreneurship, and community that helped shape the city we know today. From hidden histories and revived beer recipes to a groundbreaking exhibit asking what America’s next 250 years should look like, this fascinating conversation with Executive Director Alex Fraioli and curator Philippa Pham Hughes will change the way you see one of D.C.’s most extraordinary hidden gems. Follow the We’re Good Podcast. www.weregood.net. 

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In this episode of the We’re Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee reunites with CEO, Nene Spivy and Community Programs Manager, Sue Fajer to get behind the scenes of the $120 million Northern Virginia Science Center. From its grassroots beginnings to the Children’s Science Center Lab, this story reveals the sometimes challenging journey to expand STEM education and hands-on learning. Discover how this new resource with large scale immersive exhibits and increased access for Title I schools will help shape innovation, workforce development, and opportunities for all across the region. 

At this year’s Community Foundation for Northern Virginia's Impact Celebration, We're Good Podcast host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee uncovers extraordinary stories hidden in plain sight. Meet donor Jackie Plein and scholarship awardee Norah McCormick, whose passion for environmental science is protecting wildlife and investing in future researchers. Hear how Dr. Luis Ortiz and the Virginia Climate Center help communities prepare for climate challenges, and how Dr. Stan Jones and Action in Community Through Service (ACTS) work to alleviate hunger, homelessness, and stop domestic violence proving that everyday heroes are transforming Northern Virginia with the help of generous funding. Learn more www.weregood.net. 

What if a second chance could change everything?

In this powerful episode of the We’re Good Podcast, sponsored by Clark Construction host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee is on-location inside Cornerstone Craftsman, where founder Roberto Gomez is transforming the lives of at-promise youth through paid trade apprenticeships. From a gripping courtroom moment that saves a teen from prison to hands-on training that leads to real careers, this story reveals how opportunity and mentors with hard earned experience, can rewrite futures. But with a growing waitlist, the question remains: how many more lives can be changed? Listen in and find out today. Follow the We’re Good Podcast. www.weregood.net. 

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In this powerful episode of the We’re Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee speaks with AALEAD leaders Siu Cheung Rossmark and Arti Bhatt about the hidden mental health crisis facing Asian American and Pacific Islander youth. From immigrant family struggles and the “model minority myth” to mentorship, education, and suicide prevention, this emotional conversation reveals how AALEAD is transforming lives across the DMV. A must-listen story about resilience, identity, youth empowerment, and the life-changing power of community support. Listen now and learn more at weregood.net.

In the We’re Good Podcast’s second episode at the Inova Saville Cancer Screening and Prevention Center, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee goes deeper with Dr. Rebecca Kaltman and Liz Stark to explore how their mobile screening bus delivers life-saving care to underserved communities—improving outcomes through early detection and expanding access to clinical trials. From firefighter screening programs to personalized prevention strategies, this episode highlights innovative, equitable cancer care—and why this conversation could save your life or the life of someone you love. Knowledge is power – learn more about the free Inova Saville Cancer Screening & Health Fair Saturday, May 16, 2026.  Registration is recommended via Inova's event page. Find us at www.weregood.net

In this episode of the We’re Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee explores the innovative work at the Inova Saville Cancer Screening and Prevention Center. Featuring Executive Director, Dr. Rebecca Kaltman and Director of Community Health, Liz Stark, the episode highlights a gem in our region, one of only four in the country: personalized cancer risk assessments, prevention strategies, and emerging early-detection blood tests. With up to 40% of cancers preventable, this center empowers proactive health decisions based on your individual factors. Register here and don't miss the free Inova Saville Cancer Screening & Health Fair on May 16, 2026, in Fairfax, VA. Tune in to learn more. Find us at www.weregood.net

What if you couldn’t tell a doctor what hurts or understand a teacher’s note your child brought home? In this episode of the We’re Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee explores how Executive Director of the English Empowerment Center, Roopal Mehta Saran and Volunteer Teacher, Kathleen McCleary are helping immigrants across Northern Virginia build confidence, connection, and opportunity through language. Through powerful stories—a wife unable to communicate in an emergency room to a trained surgeon working in construction learning English to rebuild his life—this conversation reveals how learning English opens doors and changes lives. Listen to learn more and find us at weregood.net.

What if the biggest threat to the environment is already growing in your own backyard? In this powerful outdoor episode, We’re Good Podcast host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee visits Earth Sangha to uncover how native plants, invasive species, and local conservation efforts are shaping the future of our parks, wildlife, and neighborhoods. With moving stories of mentorship, community, and purpose across generations, this episode will change how you see the land around you—and show how ordinary people can help restore it. Learn more at weregood.net.