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

In this heartfelt episode of the We’re Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee is joined by co-founder Tanya Ruiz La Force as they spotlight Insight Memory Care and open up about how Alzheimer’s and dementia have touched their own families. This honest episode includes testimony from Mary Jo Ammon, whose husband Steve was diagnosed with Lewy body dementia. Through humor and grace, Mary Jo reveals how Insight Memory Care helped them rediscover purpose and dignity in the face of change. A must-listen for anyone navigating caregiving, aging, or love that endures through every season. Watch and listen now. Find us at www.weregood.net.

In this episode of We’re Good, DC SCORES takes center stage—a transformative after-school program fusing soccer, poetry, and service to empower youth across Washington, D.C. Meet 13-year-old poet-athlete Kayla Nelson, whose words now live in the Library of Congress, and Tony Francavilla, a passionate leader of the movement. When teachers are also after-school coaches, trust deepens, lives change and a family is formed. From soccer fields to poetry slams, DC SCORES is building confidence, community, and the next generation of changemakers. Find us at www.weregood.net

In this uplifting episode of the We're Good Podcast, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee speaks with two outstanding Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington “Youth of the Year” participants. Discover how Nola transformed personal trauma into strength through her powerful brand, "Strong as a R.O.C.K.," and how Vera stepped boldly out of her sisters' shadows. Hear how these neighborhood-based clubs foster resiliency, leadership, and family becoming cherished second homes for countless youth. Find us at www.weregood.net

In this inspiring We're Good episode, host Lee Ann Necessary Brownlee speaks with Dr. Minnie Annan from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Washington. Dr. Annan shares success stories, from BGCGW alumni thriving in careers on Capitol Hill and at Amazon, to young people overcoming adversity and discovering new pathways through club opportunities. Dr. Annan shares her personal journey, and highlights the Youth of the Year leadership program that is helping prepare tomorrow’s leaders today. Listen in! Find us at www.weregood.net

In Part II of We’re Good at the Durant Center, Wanda Durant—mother of NBA star Kevin Durant and President of the Durant Family Foundation—gets deeply personal. She opens up about overcoming self-doubt, the power of faith, and a young girl’s words that reignited her purpose. Hear how the Durant Center builds lasting impact through trust, mentorship, and love. This episode is a powerful reminder that legacy starts with showing up. Watch and listen now—you’ll leave inspired. Find us at www.weregood.net