Bob Gould's research on the myelin sheath and nervous system aids recovery models for spinal injuries. The myelin sheath protects nerve fibers and enables communication through electrical impulses. Damage can disrupt this communication due to injuries or diseases like multiple sclerosis, potentially halting impulses entirely.

Before COVID-19, advocate Javier Robles fought for people with disabilities. The pandemic revealed issues in accessing essential services like medical care and transportation. Disabilities affect everyone regardless of demographics. Javier, disabled from a young age, has long advocated for these services but notes their voices were overlooked during the pandemic.

It’s 2021 and I am back with the podcast and new episodes. This episode provides Your Positive Imprint Podcast's 2021 updates. 

Fr. Ray Kelly shares his journey to the priesthood, leaving a stable Civil Service job for his calling. He later auditioned on Britain’s Got Talent with REM's "Everybody Hurts," earning a standing ovation and touching Simon Cowell.

"Everybody Hurts" by REM is a hopeful song performed by Fr. Ray Kelly, a renowned singing priest from Ireland in this special Christmas episode. Fr. Ray, is famous for his "Hallelujah" wedding rendition and Britain's Got Talent performance. Music arrangements by legendary pianist Chris Nole, including "Oh Holy Night."

We are global citizens, especially evident in 2020 as we look to 2021 with hope. Michael Pereira, living in France exemplifies positivity during the COVID pandemic, inspiring others with his belief that "the universe can dream a bigger dream for you." Prepare to be inspired by Michael as we approach a new year filled with hope.

Merle Powell taught students essential baking and home economics skills, focusing on household management and family life. Deeply rooted in her upbringing, she observed a decline in baking values due to modern demands but now sees a resurgence in baking's importance, emphasizing that seniors represent our history.

Anne M. Jensen is an archaeologist who recently unearthed human remains and artifacts in Alaska, dating back to 1000 AD or even earlier. The swift recovery was prompted by the eroding and melting ice, highlighting the alarming reality that our history is disappearing before our eyes.

Twenty-year-old Kehkashan Basu, despite facing death threats, advocates for children's rights and supports vulnerable groups like orphans and child laborers. She educates children in Syrian refugee camps, promotes women’s rights, and combats climate change through education. Recently named one of Canada's 25 most influential women.