In this on-location episode of the We’re Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee steps inside Horton’s Kids’ podcast studio in Washington DC– as We’re Good returns to its very first guests—and discovers just how far the story has traveled. Executive Director Erica Ahdoot and Chief of Staff Rahaman “Kil” Kilpatrick reflect on the seeds planted during that first podcast —seeds that inspired the powerful documentary Kil and the Kids. Kil shares the emotional reality behind the film, the loss, and the “third option” kids need and HK provides to help stop the cycle of violence.

You’ll also hear how this organization is responding to today’s challenges with a Financial Resilience Fund providing direct emergency cash support and the growing Community Caregiver Collective strengthening parents through connection and the Nurturing Parenting Program. It’s honest, urgent, and deeply hopeful—listen and watch what long-term commitment really sounds and looks like.

In this powerful episode of the We’re Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee sits down with foster, adoptive, and kinship parents from Formed Families Forward for a raw, hope-filled conversation about love, struggle, and community. Presented with the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia, the episode explores isolation, resilience, and a groundbreaking new FASD resource hub. If you’ve ever cared for a child—or someone who has—this story will move you to listen, reflect, and share.

Step inside the warm, welcoming kitchen of Together We Bake in Alexandria, Virginia in this powerful episode of the We’re Good Podcast—where handmade cookies and granola are just the beginning of something special. This uplifting episode reveals how women overcoming major obstacles in life find healing through shared stories and community. In the bakery, they work alongside others who’ve walked the same road—while earning credentials that open doors to jobs and stability. Listen and find out how. Follow us at weregood.net.

What if you woke up tomorrow and couldn’t drive anymore—no errands, no appointments, no independence? In this can’t-miss episode of the We’re Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee meets Beth Kilgore-Robinson and volunteer Barry Wickersham from the Shepherd Center of Fairfax-Burke, a CFNOVA grantee quietly making thousands of lives better. They’ve delivered 51,000+ rides—but the real story is what happens inside the car: unexpected friendships, healing moments, and a “circular caring continuum” you’ll want to try in your own life. Tune in to hear the secret sauce.

In this heart-stirring episode of the We’re Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee visits Higher Achievement in Washington, DC—where mentoring transforms futures. CEO Lynsey Wood Jeffries and Board Member and alumni Mitchell Brooks share how this 50-year legacy of connection, turns middle school years into launching pads for college and purpose. Mitch - who now leads a multimillion-dollar firm— says he’s living proof that mentors help their mentees stretch, this episode proves talent is everywhere, and mentorship can change everything.

In this uplifting episode, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee spotlights Community Foundation for Northern Virginia 2025 grantee Girls on the Run of Northern Virginia—more than a running program, it fuses movement with life lessons for 3rd–8th graders. Jaimi Taylor and Sammy Carr share an evidence-based “Go-To Toolbox” (star power, happy pace, breathe-and-reset) that builds confidence during a critical time of girls’ development. The 5K finish-line tears, cheers, and nicknames make this an emotionally uplifting episode! CFNOVA’s grant removes cost barriers while trained coaches fuel mentorship and positive futures.

As We’re Good wraps an unforgettable year, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee pulls back the curtain on what’s coming in 2026—and it’s powerful. From emotional finish lines with Girls on the Run, to life-changing mentorship at Higher Achievement, to neighbors showing up through the Shepherd’s Center, this episode teases stories of courage, connection, and everyday brilliance. New on-location episodes. New voices. Deeper impact. If you’re craving hope, heart, and proof that good is happening—this is your moment to tune in and join the movement. Go to www.weregood.net and subscribe.

Season One of the We’re Good Podcast wraps with a powerful reflection on the moments that made us laugh, cry, and believe even more deeply in the good happening around us. From emotional stories at Jill’s House and Horton’s Kids to surprising revelations at College Track, Year Up United, DC SCORES, and more, this episode captures the heart of community: belonging, resilience, and everyday brilliance. Plus, Dr. Christina Prather’s wisdom on aging leaves listeners inspired for the year ahead.

The season-one finale of the We’re Good Podcast is filled with gratitude and full of reveals! The We’re Good team peels back the curtain to share what we learned, loved, and heard from you—like “wait, what?” moments: a public–private fix for affordable housing, a neighbor’s call that saved a woman’s future, and a young man’s independence (and cookies) through a program we thought we knew. Behind the cameras, lights and microphones, a movement is emerging to celebrate the good work happening all around us. Come curious, leave connected, share with a friend, and tell us what you think at weregood.net.

In this episode of the We’re Good Podcast, Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee interviews a local geriatrician– Dr. Christina Prather MD –  to reveal ways to age well and lower dementia risk. Learn why some memory slips are normal, the 10 p.m. ritual that helps your brain “take out the trash,” and the two-word mantra—“motion is lotion.” She decodes study hype, previews biomarkers and therapies, reframes dementia as an “odyssey,” equips caregivers, and shows how micro-communities—friends and habits—protect brain health. So listen and watch for a hopeful mindset. Find this episode and learn more at weregood.net