How can we go from contributing to the problem to becoming the solution? In this episode, we talk with our special guest, Austin Puca, a human services manager in housing and community development in the city of Tucson! Austin Puca (she/her) lives in Tucson with her partner and two daughters. She is actively involved in a variety of community groups and graduated from the University of Arizona wit[...]
Are you ready to give a hoot to the chicks who are a hoot? Today, we have not one but two special guests: Mary & Jill, the incredible minds behind Girls Mentorship! They have found their higher purpose in educating young women and girls with life and development skills they need to know. Jill Petersen is a serial optimist with a bubbly personality and animated expressions. She is a wife, mother[...]
How can you serve your community in the best way possible? Our special guest today is Darcy Hill, the Director of Development and Communications at Rosie’s House! Darcy works with philanthropists in nonprofits to serve clients and impact communities in need. In this episode, we will talk about nonprofit organizations, modern philanthropy, and advocacy, and what we can do to get involved and make[...]
How does creating more spaces for mental wellness empower those around us? More importantly, how does it empower you? Today, we are joined by Lauren Carson, the executive director and founder of Black Girls Smile Inc., a non-profit organization focused on mental health education for Black girls and women! Through her work with Black Girls Smile Inc.and as a Mental Health Advocate and Speaker, Laur[...]
What do a podcaster, chicken farmer, and founder of a global fair trade fashion brand have in common? In this case they all happen to be today’s guest, Liz Bohannon! Liz is here sharing her journey from graduating with her degree in journalism, to testing out careers she felt curious about (yes including starting a chicken farm) and finding a surprising passion for creating a sustainable fashion[...]