In this episode of Conversations Around Good we hear from the Director of The Bridge Impact Center, Marcus Jackson. His past experiences, giving a TedX Talk and creating music for rap artist LeCrae, have opened up opportunities for Marcus that he wants to recreate for kids. The center strives to be a bridge to help students find their "thing" through pathways of growth. So much goodness here, enjoy!
Snippet of Good with Marcus Jackson of The Urban Bridge
In this Snippet of Good we hear from the Director of The Bridge Impact Center, Marcus Jackson. He shares about the many services that they offer. The wide aspects of support to help teens succeed. Your mind will be blown! Come back on Friday to catch his entire Conversations Around Good Podcast. Enjoy!
Conversations Around Good - Carol Herrick of the OKC Dodgers Foundation
Removing barriers is not something you usually hear from a baseball organization but it’s just a normal day for the OKC Dodgers. Carol Herrick, Executive Director for the OKC Dodgers Foundation, shares the many ways they choose to invest in their communities. Anything from covering little league team costs; to hosting "Step Up to the Plate" events; to utilizing their staff's skills to add value to non profits. You will be inspired even if you are not a baseball fan. But, you will definitely leave a OKC Dodgers fan. Enjoy!
Snippet of Good with Carol Herrick of the OKC Dodgers
In this Snippet of Good we hear from Carol Herrick, Executive Director for the OKC Dodgers Foundation. She shares how, over the last year, the Dodgers chose to be innovative in their community involvement. Brainstorming new ways to connect, and to give back to their communities. Catch the full episode when it drops on Friday.
Conversations Around Good - Dr. Nathan Proud - Proud Dental
In this episode we hear from Canadian born Dr. Proud of Proud Dental. He is an entrepreneur who cares deeply about his community. He invests in his town in many ways including local events, free clinics, sports teams and more. His university, Loma Linda,'s motto is "Service is our calling". He puts it into action daily. Community to him means to be a part of something bigger than self. Enjoy!
Snippet of Good with Dr. Nathan Proud
Dr. Proud (husband; dad; tri-athlete; dentist) of Proud Dental shares what community means to him. Come back Friday to catch his entire Conversation Around Good podcast.
Conversations Around Good - Dr. Deb Shropshire of OK Child Welfare
May is National Foster Care Month, which is a time to acknowledge families and professionals who help children and youth in foster care find permanent homes and connections. Dr. Deb Shropshire, the director of Child Welfare for OK Department of Child Services, shares about the incredible support Oklahoman foster families have not just from DHS but from a plethora of community organizations. She also shares how more homes are needed. This is an inspiring conversation and quite possibly the sign you have been looking for to take the next step.
Snippet of Good with Dr. Deb Shropshire of DHS
May is National Foster Care Month which makes it the perfect time to hear from Dr. Deb Shropshire. She is the director of Child Welfare for OK Department of Child Services. In this Snippet of Good Dr. Deb talks about the desperate need for more therapeutic foster homes. Stay tuned to catch her entire Conversations Around Good podcast that drops on Friday.
Snippet of Good with Abigail Cabello of Federal Focus Credit Union
In this Snippet of Good we hear from Abigail Cabello, Community Development Officer of Focus Federal Credit Union. She shares what community means to Focus and about their CDFI accommodation programs including: Fresh Start Program; second chance checking accounts; financial literacy classes and more. Stay tuned to catch the entire Conversations Around Good episode that drops on Friday.
Conversations Around Good - Sebastian Sanders of Sanders Hands
“Youth Principle” Sebastian Sanders began the community minded, non profit Sander’s Hand in his teens as a way to help young people better prepare themselves for life and success. His book The Art of Giving came to him at the age of 13 when his dad taught him the joys of giving to others. Now at the ripe old age of 24, he compares community to a good gumbo. It is so much better when there are a lot of different ingredients in the mix. Sebastian also defines success by how many lives he has impacted. From teaching an ESL class in college, to being a community leader and youth advocate, Sebastian has a TON of Stories of Good and you know how that makes us feel. Enjoy!
Snippet of Good with Sebastian Sanders of Sanders Hand
There are few people in the world who are as dedicated, motivated and talented as Sebastian Sanders. He began the community minded, non profit Sander’s Hand in his teens as a way to help young people better prepare themselves for life and success. In this Snippet of Good hear what challenges Sebastian sees our kids facing and what he believes in the solution. Catch his full Conversations Around Good on Friday.
Conversations Around Good - Jeff Moody Big Brother & Big Sisters
All of our guests are passionate about their Good, but Jeff Moody of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Norman takes the cake! He LOVES his job, says it’s his dream role. From dressing up like Elf to Miley Cyrus there isn't much he wont do to help the cause. Hear tidbits like how you don’t have to be perfect to make a BIG difference in the life of a child (See what we did there?); how little moments make Big magic; and that it just comes down to being present consistently. Trust us, you will want to sign up as a volunteer after hearing Jeff's call to action. Enjoy!
Snippet of Good - Jeff Moody Big Brothers Big Sisters
In this Snippet of Good hear how small moments make a BIG difference. Learn from the Norman Area Director, Jeff Moody of Big Brothers Big Sisters , says community volunteers are transforming the lives of children by just being available and consistent. Catch the full Conversation Around Good episode on Friday.