True Stories of Good People

Latest Episodes:

The Nerdettes: An All-Girls Robotics Team Inspiring their Community Jun 30, 2022

Show notes

When a high school all-girls robotics team from Huntsville, Alabama landed a seat at the Tech Challenge World Championships, they weren't sure they would be able to afford to compete. Lucky for them, their local community came to the rescue. Their presence at the competition made history, and they continue to inspire other young women & girls in their community by showing there is a seat at the table for them in the world of robotics & STEM fields as a whole.

The Violin That's Making History: Anne Harris & Amanda Ewing Jun 16, 2022

Show notes

When a chance encounter on the internet brought together Anne, a Black female professional fiddle player, and Amanda, the only Black female violin maker in the United States, the serendipity wasn't lost on them. They immediately knew that with the help of their community, they could make history—and inspire others to live out their dreams.

Creating Connection for LGBTQ+ Youth: Laurenzo Jun 02, 2022

Show notes

As a non-binary content creator, Laurenzo knows first-hand the struggles that LGBTQ+ youth face and how important it is to have a place where everyone can feel like they belong. That's why they started the Laurenzo Community, a space for LGBTQ+ people to find and connect with each other online. Laurenzo starts a new GoFundMe each month to cover the membership fee for applicants who can't afford to join the Laurenzo Community—but this Pride Month, Laurenzo is doing something even bigger.

The Power of Stories: Joseph Gutierrez May 19, 2022

Show notes

When Joseph Gutierrez moved to Nashville in 2017, he started to ask himself some honest questions about his new city. He wasn't sure what the city meant to him, and vice versa. To explore these questions further, he started to have conversations with other local folks from the Asian and Pacific Islander community, and realized there was an existing lack of awareness and understanding about their cultures and identities. In response to the rising anti-AAPI hate crimes following the pandemic, Joseph and his community felt compelled to do something to help—and they believed the power of stories had the opportunity to make a big difference.

Creating Community Through Food: Alex Hanesakda May 05, 2022

Show notes

While in a refugee camp as a child, Chef Alex Hanesakda watched his father cook meals for friends, family, and even strangers. It was in those moments when he learned how food could break down barriers and bring communities together. Now, years later, Alex has started his own restaurant that honors the refugee experience, gives back to the community—and most importantly, brings people together.

The Landless Farmer Feeding Her Community: Chloe Moore Apr 21, 2022

Show notes

In communities that lack access to fresh food, healthy eating options are limited. To Chloe Moore, the solution runs just as deep as the roots of the problem. She works at Southside Community Farm, a small urban food space that provides access to fresh produce to those living in Asheville's historically Black Southside neighborhood. And with plans to create more services that bring healthy food access to more people, Chloe also aims to change the narrative around agriculture in Black communities.

The Confident Girl Project: Taylor McCowan Apr 07, 2022

Show notes

Taylor McCowan always knew that confidence is key, but one day while she was volunteering in her community, that phrase took on a new meaning. Taylor identified a surprising need in her local unhoused community—a lack of access to menstrual products, something that affects millions of people worldwide. In response, she decided to start a community service project in hopes of giving people much more than just confidence.

How to Use Your Birthday for Good: Kai Martin Mar 24, 2022

Show notes

Not many kids get exactly what they want for their birthday for ten years in a row. But since Kai Martin was five years old, that's exactly what's happened. However, he never asks for what a typical kid his age might ask for; all he wants for his birthday, year after year, is for people to donate to a cause that has had a significant impact his family.

#PatrioticKenny: Kenny Jary and Amanda Kline Mar 10, 2022

Show notes

US Navy Veteran Kenny Jary – or "Patriotic Kenny" as he's come to be called in his community – knows what it's like to rely on a mobility scooter for even the most simple of freedoms. So when his own scooter broke down, his friend Amanda Kline started a GoFundMe to help raise funds for a new one. After receiving more help than they expected, Kenny realized he wanted to pay it forward. Using Kenny's sizable TikTok following, the two set out to help other veterans and were blown away by what happened next.

A Bookstore on Wheels: Latanya DeVaughn Oct 29, 2021

Show notes

Latanya DeVaughn believes that every neighborhood deserves a bookstore—even if it's just for one day.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

True Stories of Good People

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected