True Stories of Good People

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Neil Shah: Spreading Compassionate Response Mar 14, 2019

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Neil Shah is the CEO of a Bay Area organization called Concrn, which works to provide a 911 alternative to homeless individuals experiencing mental health crises. People can submit reports to Concrn using an app, and then Neil's team of compassionate responders travel on-location to help diffuse the situation, and connect the individual with whatever services would be serve their current situation. Neil himself has struggled with mental health issues and addiciton in the past, which keeps him grounded and close to the mission of his work.

Todd Oldfield & Wendall Gill: A Community Comes Together Mar 07, 2019

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When Todd Oldfield found out that Wendall Gill, a sweet 85-year-old man who worked at the local Lexington McDonalds for 40 years, had recently lost the love of his life, Todd knew he had to do something to help. He started off with a modest goal of helping Wendall pay off his car. What ended up happening changed both of their lives.

Mike & Nick Fiorito: Delivering Blankets of Hope Feb 28, 2019

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Have you ever had that feeling that maybe you're supposed to be on a different path in life, but you didn't know exactly what to do about it? Our guests today had that exact same feeling, but they did something drastic - they both walked into work and quit their jobs to search for what that new path might be, and it ended up becoming something bigger than they ever dreamed.

Frederick Joseph: Empowering Kids at the Movies Feb 21, 2019

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When Frederick Joseph first saw the previews for Marvel's Black Panther, he knew he wanted to help kids go see the movie, who might not have had the chance otherwise. He never dreamed that one simple action would turn into a worldwide movement.

Max Schachter: Safe Schools for Alex Feb 14, 2019

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February 14th, 2019, marks exactly one year since the horrible shooting took place at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, Florida, which killed 17 students and staff members, and injured 17 others. It remains the deadliest high school shooting in United States history.

Many family members who lost loved ones that day have spent the past year fighting for change. On this episode, we are joined by one of those family members to talk about his experience, and to share his incredible efforts to create a safer world.

Scott & Liam Hannon: Liam's Lunches of Love Feb 07, 2019

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Liam Hannon is an 11-year-old boy who has impacted his community in a profound way. He started a program called "Liam's Lunches of Love", which works to hand out free lunches to the homeless individuals in the city of Cambridge. What started out of a little garden wagon has now grown into an impressive operation, serving thousands of meals to those in need.

Mallory Brown: Walking a Mile with Women Around the World Feb 07, 2019

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Mallory Brown is a self-described impact storyteller and travels all over the world meeting amazing people and helping to tell their stories. Her new project, "Walk a Mile" will take her to 26 locations around the globe where she'll amplify the stories of hardworking women, and partner with local charities to raise awareness and support. Hear about miles 1 and 2 on the podcast, and find out why this work is so close to Mallory's heart.

Season 2 Teaser - True Stories of Good People Jan 29, 2019

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Hear a teaser episode for Season 2 of True Stories of Good People, full episodes out February 7th.

Glenn O'Neill: Saving Eliza Sep 10, 2018

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When Glenn O'Neill's beautiful daughter, Eliza, was diagnosed with Sanfilippo Syndrome at the young age of 4, he and his wife were devastated. They discovered that there was a gene therapy trial that had been underway for over a decade that might help Eliza, but no funding available for a clinical trial. So, he launched a campaign to raise the money himself, with a goal that seemed nearly impossible: 2.5 million dollars

Taylor & Toni Richardson: The Importance of Representation Sep 03, 2018

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Taylor Richardson might only be 14 years old, but she has accomplished so much. Aside from training to be an astronaut, she is also a fierce advocate for representation for girls, and particularly girls of color in the STEM field. With the help of her mom, Toni, she launched an effort to help girls realize their dreams in a very impactful way.

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