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Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 40 - 2025 RecapThe show goes back to its roots! No guests, as the hosts recap 2025 for the podcast, as well as New Hope's accomplishments and what to look forward to heading into what should be an exciting 2026.
2025-12-2346 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 39 - Kristy Andrews, HBOT4Heroes, Veterans, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy, Mental Health, Suicide PreventionUnder the sponsorship of The Steel Network and as a direct result of her relationships and experience at Extivita-RTP, in 2023 Kristy Andrews embraced an opportunity to spearhead a novel and impactful endeavor - HBOT4Heroes, a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to helping our veterans heal naturally.At HBOT4Heroes, the objective is to restore the brain health of our American heroes with Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT). Veterans can receive 40 funded HBOT treatments through HBOT4Heroes’ preferred clinic, Extivita-RTP in Raleigh, NC, allowing them the unique opportunity to increase oxygen levels to a therapeutic level of intense healing th...
2025-11-1459 min
Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastHope Grown - Lorraine BetheaWe speak with our Admissions Coordinator, Lorraine Bethea, to learn all about the intake process, the complexities and challenges, opportunities and successes. The intake process is one of the first steps on a youth's journey at New Hope, and Ms. Lorraine is often one of the first faces that a child will see. It's an uncertain and confusing time for many, but Lorraine's calm demeanor and reassurance is a a vital first step.
2025-11-0430 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 38 - April Simpkins, Suicide Prevention, Mental Health, Author, BookApril Simpkins is a dynamic HR leader with over 30 years of experience in executive business strategy and multiple HR certifications. After eighteen years, April successfully sold her consulting practice to focus on her career as a professional speaker. Recognized for her expertise, she is a sought-after international keynote speaker who has spoken at many conferences, including Fortune 500 corporate events, and on the campuses of several Ivy League universities.April's leadership extends beyond her professional duties. She has served as the Board Chair for the York County Regional Chamber and is an active member of the South Carolina...
2025-10-211h 04
Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastHope Grown - Sitina DigbySitina Digby has been a part of the New Hope family for almost 30 years!! One of our longest tenured employees and someone that has perhaps the closest connection to the building itself. She has moved around quite a bit in her time with us and is now assisting in the PQI department.
2025-10-0716 min
Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastHope Grown - Kim Hudson, Autism, Growth, Compassion, Success, Personal Journey, PassionOn our first Hope Grown with a current staff, we welcomed on the ever effervescent Ms. Kim Hudson. She was named as the building’s third Residential Director in January, 2024, tasked with overseeing the Learning Enriched Autism Program (LEAP). After just four years at New Hope serving in various roles, her tenacity, persistence, attention to detail and dedication to excellence allowed her to advance in her career.Ms. Kim is considered a force of positivity and creativity. Her compassion and understanding of the residents are unquestionable and well known throughout all at New Hope. Ms...
2025-09-1724 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 37 - Mary Ferreri, Recovery High School, Addiction, Substance Use, HopeMary is the Executive Director of Emerald School of Excellence, an accredited recovery high school in Charlotte dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive environment for students struggling with substance use disorders and other mental health challenges. The school offers a comprehensive range of services designed to support both academic success and personal recovery.The nonprofit opened its doors in September 2019. Founded in 2017, the school was created to provide a safe, supportive environment where teens in recovery from substance use and mental health challenges can heal, grow, and succeed....
2025-09-1059 min
Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastHope Grown, Episode 3 - Nathan SimmonsOur Mental Health Ambassador, Kiara Grace Nalle was joined by a recent graduate of New Hope. Nathan Simmons completed his treatment a few years ago and is now living in Seattle, Wash. He is currently working in the mental health space, giving back to kids that had a similar upbringing and face similar battles.
2025-08-1511 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 36 - Ian Fee, Alcohol Addiction, Author, Business Owner, Gratitude, FamilyIan once embraced the “work hard, play harder” mentality, diving head first into a lifestyle that celebrated excessive drinking. He started sipping beer at the age of 1, bartended in the middle of nowhere at 13, built a business from the ground up in 2003, endured two failed marriages, and ultimately sold his company in 2016 while fat and drunk in Vegas. Ian then reached a breaking point and began his journey to reclaim his life. This time, he rebuilt everything—his relationships, his business, and his sense of purpose—without relying on the crutch of martini lunches or wine dinners.Today, I...
2025-08-0555 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastHope Grown - Nathan BarnetteIntroducing a new series to the STM channel! Hope Grown features New Hope success stories. This highlights a former resident turned current employee! Nathan graduated from New Hope several years ago. He discusses his childhood, upbringing, some of the struggles he was face with both prior to entering into New Hope's care and then after as well. He and Kiara dive into the impact that being back at New Hope has had on him and the impact he is making on the kids being served. This is the definition of FULL CIRCLE!
2025-07-1758 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 35 - Victor Armstrong, Suicide Prevention, Mental Health, North CarolinaVictor Armstrong - Vice President for Health Equity & Engagement at The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. He is a nationally recognized speaker on issues regarding health equity and access to healthcare, particularly as it relates to individuals living with mental health challenges. Victor previously served as North Carolina DHHS’s inaugural Chief Health Equity Officer, with responsibility for leading the overarching strategy and operational goals to promote health equity, diversity, and inclusion.Victor also served as Director of NC Division of Mental Health, Developmental Disabilities, and Substance Abuse Services (Mental Health Commissioner). Prior to this role Victor served as Vice Presi...
2025-06-181h 12Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 34 - Kim Sanders, Ukeru Systems, Restraints, Interventions, Mental Health ServicesWe speak with the Executive Vice President and COO of Grafton Integrated Health and the President of Ukeru Systems, Kim Sanders.00:02:30-00:14:28 – All about Ukeru.00:14:29-00:27:14 – Outcomes and datasurrounding Ukeru.00:28:58-00:38:33 – Ukeru’s approach toprevention with proactive interventions.00:38:35-00:44:24 – The reaction to Ukeru’ssystem from the residents, kids, youth.00:47:20-00:51:51 – How Ukeru is gettingapproved and how far the reach is, with more than 1000 schools and facilities utilizing the system throughout the globe. 00:51:52-00:58:08 - How long it took for Kimto see the benefits and impact Ukeru could have and the r...
2025-06-031h 01Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 33 - Dr. Cynthia Persily, West Virginia, Mental Health, Youth ServicesDr. Cynthia Persily at the site of one of our West Virginia transition homes. We held an Open House with 50+ providers, partners and stakeholders in the state. Dr. Persily recently served as the Cabinet Secretary, West Virginia Department of Human Services. She has years of experience on boards, working in hospital settings and also spent 20 years at West Virginia University. We discuss her accomplishments in the state and the need for what New Hope will be providing, which is a chance to keep West Virginia's youth home.Subscribe and like, you can also watch full episodes on...
2025-05-2148 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 32 - Dr. Stephen Trzeciak, Compassion, Hope, ResearchStephen Trzeciak, MD, MPH is a physician scientist, the Edward D. Viner Endowed Chief of Medicine at Cooper University Health Care, and Professor of Medicine at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University in Camden, New Jersey. Dr. T, or Steve as he so graciously allowed us to call him during this episode, is a practicing intensivist (specialist in intensive care medicine), and a clinical researcher with more than 100 publications in the scientific literature. Of those publications, there are two books in which Steve is the co-author. Wonder Drug: 7 Scientifically Proven Ways That Serving Others Is the Best Medicine for...
2025-04-2159 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 31 - Dawn Johnson, Youth Haven Services, Grief, Tragedy, Trauma, Mental Health, Resilience, StrengthWe are joined by the CEO and Clinical Director of Youth Haven Services, Dawn Johnson. Dawn is also the author of the book, I Survived...So Far, which outlines her incredible story as a mother who has endured the unimaginable pain of burying two of her children and a grandchild. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in child mental health, she offers a unique perspective that intertwines professional expertise with personal experience. Her journey through grief is not just a tale of sorrow but a testament to resilience and determination. Her story is a powerful illustration of the...
2025-03-3151 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 30 - Clinton Reynold, Schools, Education, Communities, Mental HealthEpisode 30! We’ve made it, and we’ve officially made it to March, which celebrates many things including Women’s History Month which you can hear throughout this episode, National Social Work month and the first day of Spring. With that comes a busy time for students across the country, so we were honored to welcome on Clinton Reynolds, Vice President of Programming at Communities in Schools of Charlotte-Mecklenburg, or CIS for short.Clinton is a servant leader in the education and mental health community who chooses to connect daily with his inner teacher and mentor. He has a...
2025-03-1150 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 29 - Brant Evans, Wilderness Therapy, Therapeutic ConsultingWe're back! We kick 2025 off with Brant Evans. He is a therapeutic consultant and author. He helps connect kids and families to services, having gained a ton of experience and knowledge from his work in Wilderness therapy programs. He was very observant and taught himself different techniques, practices, preparing himself for more of a leadership role. He went on to work as an Executive Director for a recovery program, co-author his book co-author of Gods, Heroes, and Groups, to explore how timeless stories offer powerful insights into modern therapy and leadership. Brant is now a therapeutic consultant at Stucker...
2025-02-1758 min
Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastKiara's Corner, Ep. 4 - The Impacts of Social Media, Pt. 1The first of three parts! Kiara is joined by her friend, the first guest on KC, to discuss the impacts of social media, particularly on ones mental health. There are certainly some drawbacks and negatives, but there are also a lot of positives and uplifting content being posted that can really help in your life.
2025-01-2907 min
Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastKiara's Corner Ep. 3 - Therapy IS For EveryoneKiara’s Corner is a real and relatable new series that will touch on various topics as it relates to mental health, wellness, and healing. Get deep with host, Kiara Grace, and embark on a journey to healing through the experiences life brings all of us.
2024-11-2105 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Ep. 28 - New Hope's Owner and Chairman, Jay Orvin(00:01:36-00:16:13) Talks about his dad, our founder, Dr. George H. Orvin. His recollections of how New Hope began and the stories of the early chapters of the company. What made New Hope unique and a true trailblazer in our space when it first launched.
(00:16:14-00:22:36) How Dr. Orvin influenced Jay as a leader.
(00:24:33-00:33:29) How the vision that Dr. Orvin had when he started this organization match up with where it is today. How it matches with the vision that Jay had when he succeeded him. Over the years, some of the accomplishments, milestones, successes...
2024-11-1851 min
Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastKiara's Corner Ep. 2 - Real and Authentic FriendshipsKiara’s Corner is a real and relatable new series that will touch on various topics as it relates to mental health, wellness, and healing. Get deep with host, Kiara Grace, and embark on a journey to healing through the experiences life brings all of us.
2024-10-1806 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastLIVE AT NAMIWALKS 2024We were live at this past weekends annual NAMIWalks event at Cherry Park in Rock Hill. Our very own Mike O’Connor was on hand, as he spoke with various leaders and staff of New Hope, NAMI Piedmont Tri-County, in addition to other members of the community as well as friends and family who were there to walk and simply show their support. Everyone had the same goal in mind, to join together for mental health awareness. As a wise man once said, and may have even said that same morning, why walk alone when you can walk together. To...
2024-10-0916 min
Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastKiara's Corner Ep. 1 - Allowing Them to HelpKiara’s Corner is a real and relatable new series that will touch on various topics as it relates to mental health, wellness, and healing. Get deep with host, Kiara Grace, and embark on a journey to healing through the experiences life brings all of us.
2024-10-0403 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 27 - Charles BradleyCharles Bradley, a Child welfare leader and Annie E. Casey Foundation Children and Families Fellow with more than 20 years of collaborative management and keen business acumen in large, public child welfare organizations. He started his own consulting firm in August of 2023. He has demonstrated ability to manage complex tasks, competing priorities, develop collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve measurable results, creative solutions, and successful projects. Effective team builder, ensuring a diverse, energizing, and supportive work culture dedicated to developing future leaders. Committed to racial equity and inclusion strategies to achieve equitable outcomes for children and...
2024-10-011h 01Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 26 - Darryl Rodgers, Substance Abuse Prevention, Addiction, Peer SupportDaryl Rodgers is a Family Recovery Coach, Speaker, and Author. But his life was completely different 10 years ago. Darryl was a pilot, a loving father of two sons and a husband. His oldest son, Chase, was having some issues and exhibiting early signs of what became a rather long and difficult battle with addiction and substance abuse. It began in college, where Chase started getting into drugs, not only affecting his grades but his life in general. He dropped out in the second semester and returned home where the issues persisted. Darryl and his wife tried several treatment options...
2024-09-161h 21Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 25 - Emma White, Suicide Prevention, Nonprofit, Mental Health
Emma is an Author, Speaker, Podcast host, Founder and President of the Life Is Worth It Organization, and Mental Health Expert whose passion is in suicide prevention, total life wellness and overall health education. With lived experience as a suicide survivor and loss survivor, Emma advocates for youth mental health and education while specializing in collaborative efforts to develop, implement and evaluate prevention strategies through workshops, communication and safe messaging on local, state, and federal levels. Emma’s many accomplishments include being named USA Today’s Woman of the Year Nevada, as well as being selected as the 2022 Winner of t...
2024-09-0351 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 24 - Richard SandovalRichard Sandoval is the Senior Director of Community Programs at Hope Incorporated. That doesn’t even come close to describing who he is and what he’s about. Richard grew up in a large family in Arizona and was subjected to a drug dealing father as a child. Upon graduating high school, he enlisted in the marine core and served to deployments which began shortly after the events of 9/11. When he left the military in 2006, the traumas that he was faced with carried into his personal life went undiagnosed and untreated for several years. Richard fell into substance abuse, felo...
2024-08-0546 min
Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastGoshfather LIVE1. NFL Theme Song - Rawtek Remix
2. YMCA (Ayur Tsernov Remix) - The Village People
3. Surround Sound [Goshfather x Eche Palante Remix] - JID, 21 Savage
4. Afraid To Feel (Majestic & Jay Robinson Bootleg) - LF System
5. Never Too Much (Never Dull Remix) - Luther Vandross
6. Think You The Shit (Never Dull Remix) - Ice Spice
7. Saving Up (LF System Remix) - Dom Dolla
8. Tearin' Up My Heart x Soy Candela (Lenox Mashup) - NSYNC x Kitone
9. Create Something - Goshfather x Paperboy the Prince
10. R.E.S.P.E.C.T (aretha franklin dub)
11. Touch The Sky (Bvnquet Dub) - Kanye...
2024-07-211h 30
rheingerufen - Der Podcast für den Amateurfußball im Fußballverband Mittelrhein mit Christian KreuerEM Spezial rheingerufen "Op Jöck" mit den Gästen Jupp Farkas, Patrick Friesdorf-Weber & Mario PuzzoDie ersten Spiele sind gespielt, Stefan und Chris haben es sich nicht nehmen lassen um mit drei Fussballverrückten/Bekannten aus dem FVM Gebiet über die Anfänge der EM 2024 zu sprechen.
Was Jupp, Patrick und Mario zu den ersten Spielen an -meinung haben, wer begeistert hat, wer enttäuscht hat. All das besprechen die vier in den kommenden 90 Minuten.
(𝗘𝗻𝘁𝘀𝗰𝗵𝘂𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗴𝘁 𝗕𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲 𝗱𝗶𝗲 𝗧𝗼𝗻 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘁ä𝘁, 𝘄𝗶𝗿 𝗺𝘂𝘀𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝗹𝗲𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻)
#rheingerufen #podcast #fotos #interviews #amateurfussball
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„𝙀𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙠𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙣𝙡𝙤𝙨𝙚 𝙈ö𝙜𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙝𝙠𝙚𝙞𝙩, 𝙪𝙣𝙨𝙚𝙧𝙚 𝙎𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙣𝙜 𝙯𝙪 𝙪𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙨𝙩ü𝙩𝙯𝙚𝙣, 𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙁ü𝙣𝙛-𝙎𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙚-𝘽𝙚𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙜 𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙚 𝙍𝙚𝙯𝙚𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙪𝙛 𝘼𝙥𝙥𝙡𝙚 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩𝙨/𝙎𝙥𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙛𝙮/𝘼𝙢𝙖𝙯𝙤𝙣 𝙯𝙪 𝙝𝙞𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙡𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙣.𝘿𝙖𝙢𝙞𝙩 𝙠𝙖𝙣𝙣𝙨𝙩 𝙙𝙪 𝙪𝙣𝙨 𝙨𝙖𝙜𝙚𝙣, 𝙬𝙖𝙨 𝙙𝙞𝙧 𝙖𝙣 𝙙𝙚𝙧 𝙎𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙪𝙣𝙜 𝙜𝙚𝙛ä𝙡𝙡𝙩, 𝙪𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙣 𝙝𝙚𝙡𝙛𝙚𝙣, 𝙨𝙞𝙚 𝙖𝙪𝙘𝙝 𝙯𝙪 𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙙𝙚𝙘𝙠𝙚𝙣.“
2024-06-191h 36Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastEpisode, 23 - Saul Malek, Gambling Addiction, Mental Health,We talk to Saul Malek - Storyteller & promoter of mental health, resilience & hope, sharing lessons from his journey with gambling addiction through public speaking. Saul was, like many, a big sports fan. As a college student, he was on the radio calling games, followed teams, enjoyed watching and rooting for outcomes. However, when he was introduced to daily fantasy sports and gambling websites in 2017, he started looking at sports much differently. His interest slowly turned into a hobby before ultimately turning into an obsession and an addiction. He went through a series of emotions when he wasn’t betting on...
2024-06-121h 05Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 22 - Thompson Charles, Founder & CEO of Envesti SolutionWe’re back! We had a nice conversation with Thompson Charles, the Founder & CEO of Envesti Solutions, located in Charlotte. Thompson has worked with kids with the same goal as New Hope, the ensure a better future for our youth. He has held several roles such as Director of Programming with Eckerd Kids, Program Manager and Learning and Development Specialist at Thompson Child & Family Focus. Thompson learned a lot over the years, including what makes a qualified employee able to work in this space. That insight and knowledge allowed him to start Envesti Solution in October of 2019. Envesti Solutions ha...
2024-06-0454 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 21 - Brandon Guffey, SC House of Representatives, Suicide Prevention, Mental Health, Digital Safety, Youth AdvocateWe talked with Brandon Guffey, who is on the South Carolina House of Representatives. In his few short years as an elected official, Brandon has made significant changes to the state and his impact has been felt like few that have come before him, passing transformative bills at a rapid pace and putting into effect new policies and laws to combat some of the most delicate issues in this country such as the mental health crisis, digital safety and suicide prevention. Brandon wasn’t always into politics, however. Up until a few years ago, he was enjoying a career fu...
2024-04-011h 04Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 20 - Kevin Hines, Suicide Survivor, Director, Suicide Prevention AdvocateWe were graced by the presence of a friend of New Hope, and now friend of the podcast, Kevin Hines. Kevin’s story is one that is well-documented. If you’re just hearing his name for the first time, Kevin was born to two biological parents who suffered from depression, alcoholism and drug addiction. He entered into the foster care system as a child and later became diagnosed with bipolar disorder and depression as a teen. His mental health struggles were so severe that he attempted to take his own life by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge, where only...
2024-02-1349 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 19 - Shameka Smith, Second Round Boxing, Youth Services, TraumaWe're joined by Shameka Smith, the Program Coordinator for Second Round Boxing, which is part of Haven House Services in Raleigh. Second Round is one of 10 unique services that is offered to more than 1,200 youth, boys and girls, each year.
(00:01:58-00:14:06) – What Second Round Boxing is.
(00:14:07-00:18:57) – When she started to notice just how impactful second round boxing was for the youth, how confidence and communication is a point of emphasis while in the program.
(00:20:53-00:20:40) – How the kids engage with one another, coming from different backgrounds and schools, but sympathizing with one anothe...
2024-02-071h 01Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 18 - Fonda Bryant, Mental Health Advocate, Motivational Speaker, Suicide Survivor and PreventionOn today’s episode we’re joined by Fonda Bryant – Motivational Speaker, Mental Health Advocate, and suicide survivor. Having overcome a long past filled with depression, she turned around her life completely almost 10 years ago to the day. She’s now a QPR Suicide Prevention Instructor, Mental Health First Aid Instructor for Youth, and a NC Certified Peer Support, training thousands of people globally on how to become certified Gatekeepers.
She’ll be celebrating her 29th year of surviving that attempt on her life on Valentine’s day of this year, Feb. 14.
(00:01:44-00:18:57) We talk about her ba...
2024-01-231h 12Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 17 - Erica Reid, Friends of the Children, Simone BilesWE'RE BACK! We begin 2024 with Erica Reid, the Senior Director of Program Implementation at Friends of the Children.
(00:01:41-00:36:59) Friends of the Children, her background, collaborating with the families, how families receive the service that is offered. The interview process, finding the mentors or actual "friends of the children" and what qualities are identified when looking for the ideal candidate.
(00:40:47-00:46:59) Partnership with Simone Biles and other famous ambassadors that do work with the organization, as well as success stories that came from Friends of the Children.
(00:47:00-00:50:32) Erica’s excitement on the cu...
2024-01-1654 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 16 - Jenn Drummond, World Records, Mount Everest, Resilience, Mountaineering, MotherhoodJenn Drummond was living a rather successful and normal life as a business owner and mom. Until a horrific car accident in 2018 changed everything. It should have ended her life, but it instead gave her a new perspective and new ambition on life, as she turned that near fatal experience into perhaps the biggest turning point. She set out to change who she was and how she lived her life. With the help and motivation of her kids, she set several goals for herself living a new and improved life, one of which was to start climbing mountains. Not...
2023-12-1258 min
Whatever with Matt & DavePatrick Gallo: An Offer You Can’t RefuseDave and Matt welcome Patrick "Frank" Gallo to the pod.
Patrick has 1 son. Patrick claims he doesn't like to be recorded but that didn't stop him from not only barging in to say hello and also playing an incredible (almost unbelievable piano solo. Patrick is an actor, most recently seen in the Paramount+ mini-series, The Offer, where he played Mario Puzzo, author of The Godfather. Patrick has also appeared in The Irishman, The Deuce, and Boardwalk Empire (among many other credits). We had a great chat about how our kids achieve success without too much interference from...
2023-12-051h 19Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 15: Niki Miller, Fight Against Human TraffickingNiki Miller is the Assistant Director for Shield. She’s an advocate for the vulnerable in the fight against human trafficking. Niki was a little nervous at first making her podcast debut, but she was highly insightful and passionate about the work she does.
00:01:36-00:13:22 What Shield is, how she got started working in this space. Design For Joy, an organization employing women that were once victims of trafficking.
00:13:23-00:23:43 – She dispels some myths associated with human trafficking and presents some of the facts and data.
00:25:08-00:42:36 – We pick her brain regarding some outsid...
2023-12-051h 02Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 14 - Nina Nalle Robinson: Parent Perspective, Mental HealthOn this episode, we take you into the life of a parent whose child has dealt with mental health and someone who has navigated the system. The perspective comes from Nina Nalle-Robinson, the mother of former New Hope resident and ultimate success story, Kiara Grace-Nalle. Kiara has donated plenty of her time giving back to New Hope, having spoken to staff and current residents twice, she was our fourth guest on this podcast back in August. Her mom graciously shared her experiences and her own journey. We dive into it all, from first becoming Kiara’s mother living in Ma...
2023-11-2153 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 13 - Danya Perry: Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Youth DevelopmentWell if you’ve been missing us, we’re back after a couple weeks off with the strong and powerful message of Danya Perry. Danya is currently the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Wake County in Raleigh. He has had the pleasure of serving as an education and community advocate for the last 20 years. We talk about how he got into working with kids in the community, spearheading statewide initiatives aimed at school violence prevention, dropout prevention, disproportionate minority confinement, and community mobilization. We also discuss how he has assisted many organizations in their mission to ensure acad...
2023-11-141h 04Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 12 - Dan Nash: Human Trafficking, Drug TraffickingDan Nash is the founder of Human Trafficking Training Center. After serving 27 years in law enforcement working patrol, narcotics, violent crime and anti-human trafficking, Dan had a revelation that completely changed his outlook on the epidemic that is still a major issue in the US and worldwide to this day. We talk about his background, some of the misconceptions he became aware of, the stats and key numbers, the experience which ultimately changed his perspective and view on human trafficking changing. We dive into the intersection between human trafficking, drug trafficking, and trafficking crimes. Dan also shares what kind...
2023-10-1858 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 11 - Keith Howard, Circle of Care, Foster Care, Adoption, LeadershipKeith Howard is the CEO at Circle of Care. He’s a speaker and advocate for leadership development, innovation and work culture. Keith discusses his background, Circle of Care and the service they provide in Oklahoma. We talk about the transition he made into becoming a CEO and leader, the child welfare and foster care system, of which he holds very near and dear. He opens up about he and his wife’s journey fostering four children, whom he eventually adopted and welcomed into his family. Keith also sheds some light onto his faith the impact his relationship with God...
2023-10-1059 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 10 - Kati Durkee, NAMI, Mental Health Awareness, Mental IllnessOn today’s episode of Stuff that Matters, we give some love to a fellow Rock Hill, S.C. member. Kati Durkee, the Marketing and Outreach Coordinator at NAMI Piedmont Tri-County joins us on the show. For those that don’t know, NAMI is the National Alliance on Mental Illness. It’s an organization of families, friends and individuals whose lives have been affected by mental illness. Together, they advocate for better lives for those individuals suffering from a mental illness. Kati explains how she was impacted by mental illness, as her children experienced hardships at a young age. She di...
2023-10-031h 07Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 9 - Gordy PyperWe speak with Gordy Pyper, a leader in the Child Welfare space. Gordy is a longtime friend and former coworker of Stuff that Matter’s own, Mike O’Connor. The two go way back to their time working together with the Eckerd Wilderness program. Gordy discusses his history and professional journey, his experiences with the wilderness program and that space as whole (00:01:43-00:32:14).
We discuss some of the things that could be done differently as it pertains to mental health treatment, the process and services that are provided (00:33:39-00:48:38).
Another part of his journey that is e...
2023-09-261h 15Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 8 - Keith CartwrightOn this episode of stuff that matters, we’re joined by Keith Cartwright. He’s the Adverse Childhood Experiences Coordinator with the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. He also works part-time as the Alcohol and Drug Education Coordinator at Randolph-Macon College. He has his own blog, rkcwrites.com, where you can follow his experiences and his story. It’s a story that Keith wasn’t always comfortable with and one in which he didn’t always know how to tell. But through his life, the challenges he faced and different paths he followed shaped who he is today...
2023-09-191h 28Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 7 - Ricky Johnson: Marine Veteran, Public Speaker, Mental Health and Substance AbuseRicky Johnson is a five-year Marine veteran and a public speaker. Just last year alone he presented close to 100 sessions. speaking in jails, prisons, schools, churches, with law enforcement, active-duty military and veterans, conferences and treatment facilities. He spoke to our staff and residents at New Hope about a year ago. But his story goes much deeper than that. We talk about his upbringing and childhood, joining the marine core and having a son while he was a senior in his high school, some of the challenges he faced which included addiction and substance abuse, his son taking his...
2023-09-121h 02Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 6 - Kevin Poirier: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Mental Health, School Safety, Social Media.On today’s episode of stuff that matters, we kick off September with Kevin Poirier, the assistant principal at Charlotte Mecklenburg Schools. Now that we’re post Labor Day, kids are back in school across the nation, so class was in session, as Kevin taught us some valuable lessons sharing his experiences. He discusses how he got his start as a teacher, coming to the East Coast after graduating from UCLA in 2012, and his first role at West Charlotte High School. It wasn’t all A+’s however, Kevin nearly resigned in his first year, but decided to stick it out a...
2023-09-0555 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 5 - Katie Church: Homelessness, Poverty Alleviation, Affordable Housing, Social InjusticeKatie Church, Director of Shared Housing at Roof Above joins us. (00:01:29 - 00:21:26) Katie walks us through her story and professional journey, Roof Above and Urban Ministries and what they’re doing for the Charlotte community. She discusses the state of the homelessness and housing crisis in America on a broader scale as well as in the local communities (00:22:51 - 00:48:19). (00:51:15 - 1:00:01) Katie gives us some insight into a common scenario that many people face daily, as she explains, rather uniquely, how to treat a basic human situation, what to do in the event you pass by someone at a traffic li...
2023-08-291h 10Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 4 - Kiara Grace Nalle: Former Resident, Struggle with Depression, Suicide, Resiliency, Strength and HopeOn this episode of Stuff that Matters, we’re joined by former New Hope resident, Kiara Grace Nalle. Kiara is the epitome of a success story, having entered New Hope as a last resort during her mental health journey and battles she faced (00:01:25-00:16:48). She not only won those battles but has become an inspiration for many that were in her shoes. Kiara has been gracious enough to return to New Hope twice to speak with the youth, and like she has done to a live audience, she did on this podcast, sharing her story of hope, resilience, struggle, an...
2023-08-2256 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters, Episode 3 - Sandra Rettis, Chief Executive Officer at Victory Family Counseling, Immigration, LGBTQ CommunitySandra Rettis is the Chief Executive Officer and Founder at Victory Family Counseling. She has 15 years of experience in the human services field and four years of clinical experience in the mental health field. She has worked with Latin families and children in healthcare, education, domestic violence cases, and foster care. Her story of coming to America at the age of 17, being afforded tremendous opportunities and making the most of it is truly inspiring. It’s a story of family, strength, love, hard work, and motivation. And it’s a story that is full circle. Her experiences shaped who she...
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2023-08-0804 min2023-08-0805 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastEpisode 2 - Jenni Lord: Chief Executive Officer at Chosen, Public Speaker, Advocate and VenturerJenni Lord is the Chief Executive Officer at Chosen, a public speaker, advocate and venturer, healing children and restoring families with a transformational approach. We talk to Jenni about her story, her family adopting a son when she was 19 and how that changed the course of her life (1:24-12:31). We dive into what Chosen is all about (12:31-40:43).
We discuss the state of Child Welfare, what has her encouraged and discouraged (42:40-58:38). She share what the Foster Care “Heat Map” (58:38 – 1:04:40). Jenni forecasts where she sees Chosen going in five years (1:04:40-1:09:39) and provides the stuff that really matters (1:11:05). Subscribe and li...
2023-08-071h 13Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastEpisode 2 - Jenni Lord Sneak PeakA preview of our interview with founder of Chosen, childcare and adoption trauma expert and activist, Jenni Lord.
2023-08-0402 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastEpisode 1 - Beth Tyson: Childhood Trauma, Motherhood, Her Best-Selling Children's BookWe're very excited to welcome on public speaker, childhood trauma expert and best-selling author Beth Tyson. Beth talks about her background and how she got started, dealing with her
own personal traumas, engaging with parents and families in their homes (00:01:20-00:28:30). She discusses a video series and organization she’s part of called Connect our Kids (00:28:31-00:35:33). Beth dives into becoming a mom herself and how that impacted her personal life and
her life as a professional (00:35:34 - 00:50:17). She discusses her children's book (00:50:18-01:06:51) and what she would tell a parent whose child discloses to them they are experiencing tr...
2023-08-011h 13Stuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastEpisode 1 - Beth Tyson Sneak PeakA sneak peak of our interview with Beth Tyson.
2023-07-2002 minStuff That Matters - A New Hope PodcastStuff that Matters TrailerMatt Simon and Mike O'Connor explain what the podcast is all about, and what stuff is going to matter to us, and hopefully all of you.
2023-06-2801 min
Strong SongsFrom Bach to Miles Davis, with Emily ReeseKirk sits down with musician and podcaster Emily Reese to talk about the beauty of Bach's "Goldberg Variations," the distinct sound of Davis/Evans/Mulligan's "Birth of the Cool," the joys of the Knight Rider theme, and her podcast Level with Emily Reese, which focuses on the wide world of video game music. FEATURED/DISCUSSED:Emily's music podcast Level with Emily: https://www.levelwithemily.com"Singin' the Blues" feat. Frankie Trumbauer on C Melody Sax"Move," by Miles Davis and "Jeru," "Rocker," and "Venus de Milo" by Gerry Mulligan, arr Gil Evans from Birth of the C...
2023-02-171h 18CoresUPSeason 2, Episode 1 - William Mosely PreviewSneak peak of our interview with actor William Mosely.
2023-01-0902 minCoresUPSeason 2, Episode 2 - Griff McGarry PreviewSneak peak of the interview with top-five Phillies prospect, RHP Griff McGarry.
2023-01-0901 min
CoresUPSeason 2, Episode 2 - Phillies RHP Prospect Griff McGarryOne of the top top prospects in the Phillies organization, RHP Griff McGarry joins the show. We talk with Griff about his offseason thus far, getting to watch the Phillies run to the World Series, his fast rise through the farm system going from A in 2021 when he was drafted in the 5th round out of Virginia, to his promotion all the way up to AAA by the end of the 2022 Minor League season. We also learn about his favorite stadiums and cities to play in, his favorite off season activities, plus more.
2023-01-0828 min
CoresUPThe CoresUP Podcast TrailerA little about the show and what we're all about. Enjoy the interviews and be sure to like and share.
2023-01-0803 min
CoresUPSeason 1, Episode 9 - Brian BarnabyHost on the Sports Port as part of Downtime TV, Brian Barnaby joins us to talk - you guessed it - sports. Also the work he does on his show, how he got started, plus more.
2022-10-1732 min
CoresUPSeason 2, Episode 1 - William MoselyActor William Mosely joins us and talks about his start in the business, working on the Chronicles of Narnia, movies and other actors he grew up watching and looking up to, those he has worked with in the past who he has learned a lot from. He discusses a couple of current roles, passion projects and more.
2022-10-1741 min
CoresUPSeason 1, Episode 8 - Mark PattersonSenior guard on the Baylor Men's Basketball team Mark Patterson joins us fresh off his team's national championship victory over Gonzaga. Mark talks about his career and path as a walk-on, earning a scholarship, his teammates and experience during March Madness.
2022-10-1729 min
CoresUPSeason 1, Episode 7 - Marco Gutierrez & Nick LongDirector of Athlete Relations with PSI Sports Management INC., Marco Gutierrez, and Manager of Ballpark & Event Operations with the Pittsburgh Pirates, Nick Long, join the show to talk the start of a new MLB season, fondest memories of attending a game and more.
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CoresUPSeason 1, Episode 6 - DJ MC WhiteMitchell "DJ MC" White joins the show ahead of the Super Bowl in Tampa Bay to talk about the vibe of the city, the events he has worked leading up, his work for the Tampa Bay Rays and the University of South Florida, plus more.
2022-10-1732 min
CoresUPSeason 1, Episode 5 - Greg GolsonFormer MLB player Greg Golson joins the show and talks about what it was like being a first round selection in 2004, coming up through the minors, the work he put in and getting the chance to play with the Yankees, Phillies and Rangers.
2022-10-1754 min
CoresUPSeason 1, Episode 4 - JABORecording artist JABO joins us to talk about his musical inspiration, who he grew up listening to, the adversity he faced growing up which shaped him into the man he is today.
2022-10-1731 min
CoresUPSeason 1, Episode 3 - Layne HarperRecording artist, producer and entrepreneur Layne Harper joins us to talk about his business ventures, shows and songs he has performed, beats he has produced, his clothing line brand and more. He also talks about fatherhood and shares some inspiration.
2022-10-1754 min
CoresUPSeason 1, Episode 2 - Erin AlveyCountry music artist Erin Alvey joins us to talk about her career and how she got into music. Her acting stints, a little about her personal life and some holiday traditions, plus much more.
2022-10-1747 min
CoresUPSeason 1, Episode 1 - Nancy NewmanYES Network studio host Nancy Newman joins the show to talk Yankees, Nets, her career path thus far and more.
2022-10-1739 min
Killer Casting073 The OfferWe got a show ya can't refuse...all about THE OFFER series streaming on Paramount +, the behind the scenes take on the making of The Godfather movie. Some iconic characters come to life brilliantly in the show, despite some fast and loose re-telling of the facts. Our good friend Patrick Gallo is a delight as Mario Puzzo, Matthew Goode wears the Robert Evans role like a well-cut suit, and I can't even remember what Francis Ford Coppola really looks like because I can only imagine Dan Fogler. But first we pay tribute to a paisan...
2022-06-091h 01Killer Casting073 The OfferWe got a show ya can't refuse...all about THE OFFER series streaming on Paramount +, the behind the scenes take on the making of The Godfather movie. Some iconic characters come to life brilliantly in the show, despite some fast and loose re-telling of the facts. Our good friend Patrick Gallo is a delight as Mario Puzzo, Matthew Goode wears the Robert Evans role like a well-cut suit, and I can't even remember what Francis Ford Coppola really looks like because I can only imagine Dan Fogler. But first we pay tribute to a paisan...
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Send Help: The PodcastSend Help: The Podcast, Episode 1 - The Pilot EpisodeThis is the Send Help: The Podcast with hosts Nick Roy and Patrick Puzzo. We talk sports, we talk mens lifestyle, we do it all. Segments include: This or that?! and Guess the odds! We talk football, Yankees baseball, some Astros cheating and more. Listen in!
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