In this episode we hear from the creator of the Pine Pantry, Aley Cristelli. She shares her vision of the pantry and how its beautiful simplicity feeds hundreds.
Snippet of Good with Aley Cristelli of the Pine Pantry
In this Snippet of Good Aley Cristelli, creator or the Pine Pantry, shares why she believes businesses should share their Stories of Good. Come back on Wednesday to hear her entire Conversations Around Good.
Snippet of Good with John Bobb Simple
Snippet of Good with Rosalind Bluestone of Goods for Good
In this Snippet of Good we hear from Rosalind Bluestone, founder of Goods for Good UK. She shares how they specialize in distributing goods donated by industry donors to those in need around the world. Thus far they have helped 3 million people, and saved 500 tons of waste from going into landfills. She shares their Genesis moment and how it all began at her dinner table. Enjoy!
Snippet of Good with Hannah Schmitt of The Treasury
In this Snippet of Good we hear from Hannah Schmitt, Co Founder of The Treasury, a co working space for women. She shares her "why" and the vision for starting The Treasury. This is a clip from 2019 and The Treasury is daily living the vision and helping entrepreneurial woman reach their goals. Come back on Friday to catch the full, throwback, episode. Enjoy!
Conversations Around Good - Jill Castilla Citizens Bank of Edmond
There are many ways to describe Jill Castilla, President & CEO of Citizens Bank of Edmond. Banker, soldier, C-suite, wife, and mother. We would add; overcomer, fierce fighter, no nonsense, brilliant, and determined. Her efforts during the pandemic helped tens of thousands businesses keep their doors open. Her life struggles, of which there have been many, have given her a heart to help and an empathy to understand their pain. You will discover surprising facts about her including her love for rap music, but you will also be blessed by her vulnerability. 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.
Snippet of Good with Ben Knockles of Common Place Books
Please, do yourself a favor, take the 9 minutes and listen to this Snippet of Good with Ben Knockles- Common Place Books. He shares what it looks like for Common Place to give back to their communities. How it’s about caring for people and shepherding moments. How no one leaves empty handed, but that has very little to do with buying books. Enjoy!
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Conversations Around Good - Nicol Ragland - Regenerate Oklahoma
In this episode we talk to Nicol Ragland of Regenerate Oklahoma (imagery craft specialist of 18+ years; environmental scientist; film maker and world traveler). She shares how her interest in "regenerative farming" began, and how it is much more than just organic, it's about actually healing the land. She also talks about how she traveled the world to discover what makes us us. That community isn't based on language or location. It comes down to connection. This episode will inspire you to make changes in your shopping habits, and provides tips on healing soil in your own back yard. Enjoy!
Conversations Around Good - Madeline LeBlanc - On Board
This episode highlights Canadian Female Elite Paddle Boarding Champion Madeline LeBlanc. She shares how she fell in love with the sport while on vacation with her family and how that moment grew into a career in the SUP industry. In 2017 she claimed the Ontario SUP Series overall Open Female Category winner, as well as the ‘MVP’ (most valued paddler) award for her On Board efforts. At the end of the season she signed on as a team rider with ‘Starboard’ one of the worlds leading SUP companies. In 2018 she made an even bigger statement winning the overall Elite Female Category with the Ontario SUP Series, as well as taking the overall win and the yellow jersey at the 2018 and 2019 Mammoth Race in Toronto. She is also university student currently working on her master degree while congruently training the the world champion event. Hear how tragically losing two friends to cancer inspired her to create On Board, cancer research fundraiser which is now in its 7th year.
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 - Rachel Mathew of Polston Tax
In this episode we hear from attorney; accountant; public speaker; author and more, Shiny Rachel Mathew of Polston Tax. She shares how Polston fervently fights for the “little guy”, and how giving is part of the Polston culture. All employees receive a quarterly paid day off to volunteer with an organization of their choice. They have also volunteered together with the Regional Food Bank, painting an elementary school, to helping a cancer patients family move. So much goodness here. Enjoy!
Snippet of Good #2 with Rachel Mathew of Polston Tax
In this Snippet of Good Rachel Mathew of Polston Tax shares a few tax tips for businesses. She didn’t become a nun, as she planned as a teen, but that hasn’t stopped her from living her life for others. Catch her full episode of 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.
Conversations Around Good - Dr. Nathan Brown of Custom Dental
Becoming a dentist wasn't what Dr. Nathan Brown of Custom Dental thought he would be doing with his life, but after one day of following his father around his practice, he was hooked. What Nathan did know is that he wanted to live his life in the service of others. Listen in to hear how an all state golfer; Young Dentist of the Year award winner; Oklahoma Sports Hall of Fame inductee; chose to build his practice in his home town to make a difference locally.
Snippet of Good with Dr. Nathan Brown of Custom Dental
In this short snippet we hear why Dr. Nathan Brown of Custom Dental chooses to give back to his community. “We strive to be a pillar in the community because when you have been blessed a lot you can give a lot.” Full episode drops on Friday.
Snippet of Good #2 with Cody Merrill of Socialwyze
In this Snippet of Good we hear about Socialwyze's "Startup House". How living together has been exceptionally beneficial to their growth. Hear how this group of highly motivated entrepreneurs often find themselves excitedly cheering at 1am about how Socialwyze is changing the way people see homelessness; food insecurity; recidivism; and underemployment. Catch the full Conversations Around Good episode on Friday.
Snippet of Good - Tyler Green - Flourish OKC Foundation
Tyler talks about what Restorative Justice means and how Flourish chose it as their focus for investing in 2020. Flourish is a Hobby Lobby initiative.
Conversations Around Good - Benton Service Center
Family businesses can be tricky. Not for the owners, Don and Lance Benton, of Benton Service Center. In this episode, hear how the Benton family has worked together successfully for almost 30 years. How they invest in their community; love to watch their customer's kids grow; and have a blast together in the process.