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Beyond The BlogDiscovering Our Shared Aspirations Through The New Civic Path Book Circles with Cheri CoryeaRich Harwood's manifesto, The New Civic Path: Restoring Our Belief in One Another and Our Nation, boldly lays out a new path forward by which Americans might come together, amid our real divides, and create change. He's not a politician. But he's on a campaign to spread this message to every corner of the country. In this podcast, TPF Fellow, Andrew Spector, talks with Cheri Coryea, Initiative Lead for Aspirations to Actions and Digital Access for All at The Patterson Foundation, about why The Patterson Foundation is hosting book circles for The New Civic Path in Charlotte, DeSoto, Manatee...2025-07-1821 min
Derate The HateRestoring Our Belief in Each Other: A New Civic Path for Healing America- DTH Episode 272 with Rich HarwoodSend Wilk a text with your feedback! Restoring Our Belief in Each Other: A New Civic Path for Healing America – Episode 272 with Rich Harwood In Episode 272 of Derate The Hate, Wilk welcomes Rich Harwood, founder of The Harwood Institute, to discuss how civic engagement, shared aspirations, and community agency can overcome toxic division in America. Drawing on decades of experience revitalizing communities, Rich explains how we can reject the ugliness of politics and embrace the dignity of building together. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to restore connection, purpose, and hope in t...2025-07-1637 minBeyond The BlogRestoring Hope Through The New Civic Path with Rich HarwoodRich Harwood's manifesto, The New Civic Path: Restoring Our Belief in One Another and Our Nation, boldly lays out a new path forward by which Americans might come together, amid our real divides, and create change. He's not a politician. But he's on a campaign to spread this message to every corner of the country. In this podcast, TPF Fellow Andrew Spector talks with Rich about why he wrote The New Civic Path and his hopes for what people will do after reading it.Note: With the release of The New Civic Path, The Patterson Foundation is...2025-07-0857 min
The Sages Among UsRich Harwood, Author and Civic Engagement ExpertHost Brian Buckley talks with author and civic engagement consultant Rich Harwood about his life's work in providing tools and advice to organizations to bridge divides, build capacity and overcome shared challenges.2025-07-0230 min
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Creating a truly soundproof, sonically rich space for saxophone practice isn’t easy—especially when you're working with concrete walls, tight dimensions, and a modest footprint. But that’s exactly what we set out to do. This project combines smart soundproofing principles, acoustic finesse, and design-forward thinking to create a space where a saxophonist can practice any time, without disturbing family or neighbors.
Here’s a look inside the process, from construction to acoustics to airflow—and...2025-06-1618 min
Outrage Overload: Rethinking politics, division, and media66. What It Really Takes to Fix the Division in America – Rich HarwoodWhy are we so divided — and what can we really do about it? In this episode, Rich Harwood, founder of The Harwood Institute and author of The New Civic Path, returns to the show to share how communities across America are rebuilding trust and taking action — without waiting on Washington.We talk about how to bring people together, restore belief in each other, and start healing our divided country from the ground up.If you're tired of outrage, political fighting, and feeling stuck, this episode offers a new path forward.Topics include:2025-06-1129 min
Excited About the GospelPoor in Spirit (DC 56)Is it worse to be rich or poor? Is either of them really bad? How do I make sure I'm ok no matter how much the Lord has blessed me with? We look at it all with a focus on Doctrine and Covenants 56. Jason Harwood was a seminary and institute teacher and is an EFY, FSY, and BYU Education Week instructor. Check out additional resources: https://patreon.com/user?u=40871248&utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLink Sources: 1986–A:25, Russell M. Nelson, In the Lo...2025-05-2636 minBeyond The BlogDiscover DeSoto: Bridging Hope, Leading Change, and Cultivating Community with Karissa RoosaIn this episode of Discover DeSoto, we sit down with Karissa Roosa, Director of All Faith’s Food Bank Food and Resource Center in DeSoto and a passionate Public Innovator. From connecting neighbors to essential resources to building collaborative partnerships and community-led solutions, Karissa shares her journey, leadership philosophy, and the heart behind her work. Tune in for an inspiring look at how one leader is helping DeSoto grow stronger together.Key Podcast ThemesCommunity Impact Through Local Leadership – Karissa Roossa shares how her work through All Faiths Food Bank is deep...2025-05-0932 minSoundproof Your StudioFrom Bare Basement to Pro Podcast Studio – INSANE Transformation!FREE Soundproofing Workshop: https://www.soundproofyourstudio.com/workshopAre you dreaming of a professional podcast setup—right in your basement? Turning an unfinished space into a fully soundproofed podcast studio isn’t just possible—it can be efficient, stunning, and high-performing if done right.
In this guide, we’ll walk you through the exact steps to transform a raw, echoey space into a soundproof, acoustically treated podcast studio. These are real techniques we use in our client projects, backed by design software and expert know-how.
Step 1: Start with a Solid Plan2025-04-1425 min
North Star StoriesJonathan Thunder: Sovereignty of JoyIn this episode of North Star Stories, Darek DeLille sits down with artist Jonathan Thunder to explore his solo exhibit at Gamut Gallery. Jonathan discusses how storytelling and personal experiences shape his pieces, offering listeners a deeper understanding of his art. Join Darek and Jonathan for a rich conversation that explores the heart of Jonathan’s creative process, the messages he shares through his art, and a unique behind-the-scenes look at the world of this gifted and experienced Indigenous artist.2025-03-3105 min
Uncomfy: Sticking with Moments That Challenge UsBONUS – How to Make the Most of Those Uncomfy Holiday Moments.In this special bonus drop, four of our 2024 Uncomfy guests give some advice on how to stick with the discomfort that can come around the holidays. From potentially uncomfortable encounters with relatives to dealing with mental health struggles, we hope this advice helps you to get Uncomfy during this festive season.
Featured Guests: Vanessa Otero (Ad Fontes Media), Erik DaRosa (From Survivor to Thriver), David French (The New York Times), and Rich Harwood (The Harwood Institute)
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Outrage Overload: Rethinking politics, division, and media54. How Local Communities Are Quietly Healing America’s Political Divide - Rich HarwoodWhy Building Together Is the Key to Healing Divided CommunitiesHow can communities overcome disconnection, address anger, and rebuild trust in today’s polarized and often overwhelming world? In this episode of Outrage Overload, Rich Harwood, founder of The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation, discusses the roots of civic disconnection and how media-driven outrage and social media algorithms fuel division. Drawing from his groundbreaking report, Civic Virus: Why Polarization is a Misdiagnosis, Rich sheds light on how deeply entrenched political differences and distorted news narratives have created fear and anxiety among voters, driving them apart....2024-12-1834 min
Rethinking CommunicationEp 139: Rich Harwood | 'You have to decide what you're going to see'Rich Harwood, President and Founder of The Harwood Institute, joins me on this episode. Over the past 35+ years, Rich has used his philosophy and practice of how community leaders can solve shared problems and deepen people’s civic belief worldwide to tackle some of the most deeply divisive issues. As Rich explains, we need a better way to communicate through change, where we get out of the cul-de-sac of toxicity and step into our shared narratives of being builders, creators, and producers. Rich's philosophy is grounded in what he...2024-10-281h 03
Anxiety Simplified - Beyond Traditional PsychologyEpisode # 219 Anxiety From Politics- 4 Strategies to Use to Work on Common Goals American Psychiatric Association research found 57% of Americans said they feel stressed out by the political climate. 66% of Country is worried about the future. Rich Harwood found workable, effective solutions in Florida to effectively navigate culture wars. Confidence Building Counseling sessions, courses, videos of the podcast with the links for Joanne Williams, LCSW :https://linktr.ee/joannewilliamslcsw For Serraphine Coate's Soul Work from Self Love: https://linktr.ee/serraphine.soul 2024-09-2723 min
Derate The HateStep Out, Step Forward, On a Better Path Forward... DTH Episode 229 with Rich HarwoodSend Wilk a text with your feedback!Step Out, Step Forward, On a Better Path ForwardJoining me today is Rich Harwood, a man whose work and life experience have shaped the way communities across the country—and the world—solve problems and come together. Rich is the founder of The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation, and for more than 30 years, he’s been leading the charge to help communities rebuild trust, solve shared problems, and deepen people’s civic faith. But Rich’s journey begins with something deeply personal: growing up with a chronic...2024-09-1848 min
Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting TeenagersEp 303: The Secret to Raising Securely Attached TeensEli Harwood, author of Raising Securely Attached Kids, dives into connection-focused parenting, exploring how parents can maintain strong bonds with teens, even as they become more independent.Full Show NotesParenting teens can be incredibly rewarding, but it’s also a time fraught with challenges and rapid changes. Just when you think you’ve got a strong connection, everything can start spiraling out of control seemingly overnight. Emotional outbursts can replace casual conversations, and mutual understanding can feel like a distant memory. So, how can parents keep their relationship with their teens strong and resilient duri...2024-09-0124 minBeyond The BlogMaking The Invisible Visible Featuring Rich Harwood (Part II)In Part II of this podcast, President and Founder of The Harwood Institute, Rich Harwood, continues his conversation with Kiarra Louis, illustrating how The Harwood Institute and The Patterson Foundation are making the invisible visible through authentic conversations, ongoing engagement, and more. If you missed Part I, you can watch it here.Key ThemesCatalyzing and unleashing a chain reaction of actions Progress takes TimeChange Happens at the Speed of Trust Timestamps 2:20 – The importance of being seen and heard 4:05 – Not arriving with the answer 6:50 – What’s next8:30 – Strengthening the community’s civic culture 2024-08-0714 minBeyond The BlogUnderstanding Where The Community Stands Featuring Rich Harwood (Part I)DeSoto County is a peaceful, unique, and caring community. People love the small-town feel and step up to care for each other, especially in times of crisis. The area is dealing with various challenges and is facing a fundamental choice: Will the community remain stifled and separated, or will it come together and tap its shared capacity to build a brighter future? President and Founder of The Harwood Institute, Rich Harwood, joins Kiarra Louis to discuss the work leading to the recently released report DeSoto County Coming Together: Unleashing the Community’s Potential and share the main the...2024-08-0724 min
Uncomfy: Sticking with Moments That Challenge UsA Town Faced a Terrible Tragedy. Could He Help Them Rebuild? – Rich HarwoodJust a few months after the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre, the people of Newtown, CT, needed to decide what to do with the old school building. Rich Harwood, the president and founder of the Harwood Institute, was called in to help. Harwood questioned whether he was up to this enormous task, but ultimately accepted the assignment. But the complexity of making that decision was beyond what anyone could have imagined.
We’d love to hear about an Uncomfy moment you’ve experienced. Can you think of a time when you felt your perspective or worldview challenged and instead of gett...2024-08-0721 min
Beauty Full LivesJoseph HarwoodIn this episode, Madeleine is joined by Joseph Harwood, a British model and artist, who talks about their childhood growing up in a church with a Grandad who was a preacher, about how they parlayed success on Myspace into modelling for McQueen, and about turning the inevitable disappointments that pepper every career into something better.There's also a fair bit of love for sentimental products, with Joseph talking especially about MAC and Max Factor.The episode was produced by Rich Jarman, with artwork by Sung Lee. Hosted on Acast. See...2024-08-0247 min
Courageous Conversations About Our SchoolsRich Harwood Rocks My World! (Ep. 29)Rich Harwood knows a thing or two about depolarizing communities. He’s been doing it—successfully—for over 30 years, which is why I wanted to probe his thinking about the widening divides and the worrisome rise of culture wars that are threatening our public schools.Let me simply say, Rich rocked my world! Despite the extensive reading I’ve done on the subject and the interviews I’ve conducted with several conflict experts, I learned something new about the dynamics of conflict. And, more importantly, I learned some practical strategies one could use to help build stronger, healthier...2024-07-3051 min
CivicCastEpisode 3 - Richard Harwood "Enough. Time to Build."Today we are joined by Rich Harwood, president and founder of The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation. Richard has devoted his career to revitalizing the nation’s hardest-hit communities, transforming the world’s largest organizations, and reconnecting institutions like newsrooms and schools to society.Over the past 35 years, he has developed a philosophy and practice of how communities can tackle shared problems, create a culture of shared responsibility, and deepen our civic faith.He has written six books, including the Amazon bestseller Stepping Forward and Unleashed: A Proven Way Communities Can Spread Change and Make Hope...2024-03-0827 min
The Whole Parent PodcastAttachment 101 (with @attachmentnerd Eli Harwood) #013For all things Whole Parent including the email list CLICK HEREClick here to purchase Eli's Attachment Workbook Attachmentnerd.com This episode promises to enrich your parenting toolkit with the insightful wisdom of Eli Harwood (@attachmentnerd), a seasoned therapist and mother of three, who joins me to unravel the complexities of creating secure attachments with our kids. Together, we walk you through the transformative journey of recognizing and meeting the emotional needs of your little ones, while also acknowledging the importance of addressing our own unhealed wounds to prevent passing on insecurities.2024-02-2958 min
And Now For Something Completely MachinimaS4 E118 Slapstick: 100 Ways to Die in Starfield (Feb 2024)100 Ways to Die in Starfield is wonderful stuff - whether you are 15 or 50! For all those who have distant memories of seeing classic slapstick comedy featuring Charlie #chaplin in B&W, well now you can see a contemporary interpretation in the incredible #starfield universe - and enjoy it with the grandkids! @mans1ay3r has a rich stream of work to his name - others in the 'ways to die' series include #rdr2 and #starwars. Importantly, given the game environment in which this has been made has been less well received than expected, the success of this short exemplifies t...2024-02-2919 min
Collage with F. Willis JohnsonTime to BuildRich Harwood, president & founder of the Hardwood Institute, joins Johnson for a conversation on the power of citizen engagement across and launch of his latest campaign, Enough Time to Build.2024-01-2320 min
Future HindsightBuilding the Public Square: Rich HarwoodRich Harwood is the president and founder of The Harwood Institute, who just launched a campaign to reclaim the public square from the most divisive voices and build it into a place that can make hope real for all. The public square is a noisy and messy place where society disagrees, argues, and also finds solutions. It’s through working out expectations, engaging in the work to be on the right path forward, and holding ourselves accountable to our goals that we engender hope. Acknowledging what has already been accomplished, no matter how small, both to...2023-12-2139 minFuture HindsightBuilding the Public Square: Rich HarwoodRich Harwood is the president and founder of The Harwood Institute, who just launched a campaign to reclaim the public square from the most divisive voices and build it into a place that can make hope real for all. The public square is a noisy and messy place where society disagrees, argues, and also finds solutions. It’s through working out expectations, engaging in the work to be on the right path forward, and holding ourselves accountable to our goals that we engender hope. Acknowledging what has already been accomplished, no matter how small, both to...2023-12-2139 min
Fine Answers#62 – Community, Courtrooms, and Cakes - Bridgette Kelly, Principal Harwood Andrews Family Law Bridgette Kelly, Principal at Harwood Andrews, joins Jay on today’s episode of Fine Answers. Bridgette, an accomplished family lawyer with a rich background in community involvement and a passion for philanthropy, shares her professional journey, her commitment to the community, and her passion for baking! Raised in Geelong, Bridgette reflects on her evolution in the legal field, her specialisation in family law and her recent promotion to Partner at Harwood Andrews. She discusses the complexities of handling cases with commercial interests and her approach to achieving equitable resolutions outside the courtroom. ...2023-11-1637 min
Resident Strangers4 | Who is God?This week on Resident Strangers Steve and Rich do their best in answering a pretty big question: who is God? This is the second item that appears on the Doctrinal Statement of Desert Springs Community Church (you can click to link below to view the full doctrinal statement). Right away Rich gets into what the trinity is. Whether you've heard the egg analogy, water analogy or any other kind of analogy about the trinity you will hopefully be able to better comprehend each part of who God is on a holistic level. He is The Father, The Son and...2023-08-2922 min
Extremely Casual Gamers - With Ellie, Chris & GuyEpisode 5: Blast-Arse Unlocked!!On the show this week - Guy has a quick discussion on the affordability of video games at the moment (rich from the dude who gets sent them for free). Chris has studied the whole team and created Perks & Stats if they were video game characters. And Ellie is looking for kindred spirits who also suffer from motion sickness while playing games. Follow us on our socials and you can win prizes!Instagram - Click here!TikTok - Click here!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on A...2023-08-2359 min
Impact Boom Podcast - Social Enterprise & DesignEpisode 355 (2022) Rich Harwood on Future Opportunities For Communities To CooperateOn Episode 355 of Impact Boom, Rich Harwood of The Harwood Institute discusses future opportunities for communities to facilitate progress through innovative businesses and social change organisations.2022-11-1227 min
Harwood Half HourState of the Union Scorecard, a Tool You Can UseLearn how you can use the report findings from Rich Harwood’s groundbreaking report, Civic Virus: Why Polarization Is a Misdiagnosis, to evaluate President Biden’s upcoming State of the Union address and the Republican response. You’ll walk away with a tool to help you make sense of what you hear during the speech. Learn more about the report here: https://theharwoodinstitute.org/civic-virus-report2022-02-2828 min
Harwood Half HourAspirations in an Upside-Down WorldAt a time when the world seems upside down, and we feel isolated or even alone, we need to reawaken to who we are, reground ourselves, and be clear about what we want to achieve in our communities. In this energizing and hopeful episode, Rich Harwood discusses three questions we can each engage with to discover our shared hopes for a better tomorrow and practical ideas to get in motion in the new year.2022-01-1423 min
In Service of Humanity#Changemakers: Good Leadership is Humble Leadership (Rich Harwood MPA ’84)As the president and founder of the Harwood Institute of Public Innovation, Rich Harwood MPA '84, is passionate about seeing communities do their best. The Harwood Institute’s mission is to empower communities with the tools to bridge divides, build capacity, and tackle shared challenges. His newest book, "Unleashed: A Proven Way Communities Can Spread Change and Make Hope Real for All,” focuses on promoting civic culture and creating positive, lasting impacts. In this episode, Rich discusses what makes for an effective leader and how Princeton SPIA influenced his career. #Changemakers is a podcast series featuring the many Princeton SPIA...2021-07-1927 min
In Service of HumanityGood Leadership is Humble Leadership (Rich Harwood MPA ’84)As the president and founder of the Harwood Institute of Public Innovation, Rich Harwood MPA '84, is passionate about seeing communities do their best. The Harwood Institute’s mission is to empower communities with the tools to bridge divides, build capacity, and tackle shared challenges. His newest book, "Unleashed: A Proven Way Communities Can Spread Change and Make Hope Real for All,” focuses on promoting civic culture and creating positive, lasting impacts.
In this episode, Rich discusses what makes for an effective leader and how Princeton SPIA gave him a "can-do" spirit he's used throughout his life.
#Changemakers is a podc...2021-07-0127 min
Harwood Half HourLaunch of Rich Harwood's New Book, UnleashedOn this episode, Rich Harwood shares four critical takeaways from his latest book, Unleashed: A Proven Way Communities can spread change and make hope real for all. Tune n to learn about what it really takes to tackle societal fault lines and strengthen civic culture.2021-06-2333 min
People Helping PeopleRich Harwood of the Harwood Institute Shares How to Wield the Power of Community ConversationSend us a textRich shares how the Harwood Institute helps you to collaborate in your local communities to create effective long term change. He founded the Harwood Institute in 1988 with work centered around developing community change-centered conversations. A philosophy of civic faith and community-driven solutions fueled this initiative’s efforts for more than 30 years.Read the full transcript and show notesVisit People Helping PeopleVisit theharwoodinstitute.org 2021-04-1646 min
Designers at HomeMark Weaver with Dacia Harwood and Chris Ervin of The Santa Barbara Historical MuseumJoin Mark Weaver with with Dacia Harwood, Deputy Director of the Santa Barbara Historical Museum, and archivist Chris Ervin.
We will begin the talk with a live tour of the museum's new transitional exhibit, Sala, featuring artist Henry Chapman Ford.
Founded in 1932 the Santa Barbara Historical Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting an appreciation and understanding of Santa Barbara regional history. The museum’s rich collection includes over 100,000 objects including art, ethnographic and ceremonial objects, furniture and decorative arts, textiles, costumes, musical instruments, saddles and other artifacts.
To learn more about Th...2021-03-1929 min
Compassionate Las Vegas Podcast with Will RuckerBet on Vegas | Interview with Rich HarwoodRich Harwood
President & Founder, The Harwood Institute
Author, Speaker, Innovator
After working on more than 20 political campaigns and two highly respected non-profits, Rich Harwood set out to create something entirely different. He founded what is now known as The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation in 1988, when he was just 27 years old. Soon after, he wrote the ground-breaking report Citizen and Politics: A View from Main Street, the first national study to uncover that Americans did not feel apathetic about politics, but instead held a deep sense of anger and disconnection.
Over the past 30 years, Rich has innovated and developed a...2021-03-1242 min
The Village at Gainesville ConnectionsConnect with Alexis Harwood, Director of Community RelationsJoin us and meet Alexis Harwood, the talented Director of Community Relations at The Village at Gainesville, a beautiful senior living rental community. She shares a glimpse into the wonderful and enriching lifestyle residents enjoy every day with The Village at Gainesville podcast host Christopher MacLellan. She explains the many benefits of the amenity-rich community on a 104-acre campus which epitomizes “Living Well.” Tune in to upcoming podcasts featuring community residents and associates.
To learn more about The Village at Gainesville and how you can be part of this enriching lifestyle, please call 352.354.3089 or visit TheVi...2021-02-2307 min
Two Bald GuysEpisode #28 - Can We Heal the American Divide?Social change expert Rich Harwood discusses healing during national division
On this episode we discussed how the United States can bridge social and political divides. We will were joined by Rich Harwood, president and founder of The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation. Harwood has over 30 years of experience helping communities pivot from trauma and despair to healing hope. He shares lessons from this work in his latest book, “Stepping Forward: A Positive, Practical Path to Transform Our Communities and Our Lives.”
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Harwood Half HourPost-Inauguration: Will You Walk Toward the Light?Following Wednesday’s inauguration, some are saying President Biden’s vision for the country is naive and others believe unity is not possible. So what does this mean for us and how we move forward together? Rich Harwood tackles the question: Will you walk toward the light? Watch or listen below as he unpacks this question and what it means for you and your work.2021-01-2217 min
Harwood Half HourAgainst the Insurrection: What do you stand for?On this Special Harwood Half Hour, Rich Harwood discusses the insurrection in our nation’s capital yesterday. Today, he addresses “How do we make sense of what happened? Where are we as a country? How do we move forward from here?”2021-01-0719 min
Employer Content MarketingEmployer branding during a pandemic and a global rebrand + Content opportunities in 2021, with Richard Gordon - Employer Brand Manager at Entain [formerly GVC]In this episode I chat with Richard Gordon, Employer Brand Manager at Entain, formerly known as GVC.
Entain is one of the world’s largest sports-betting and gaming groups, operating both online and in the retail sector. The Group employs a workforce of more than 24,000, in 20 offices across five continents.
Rich leads the employer brand at Entain. Rich and his team are responsible for employer brand content across their employer marketing channels and work closely to employee engagement.
We chat about what it's like managing an employer brand during a pandemic and also duri...2020-12-1438 min
Harwood Half HourWhy We're Here: Civic FaithOn this Special Election 2020 Series, Rich Harwood discusses Civic Faith, why we’re here, and what drives how we see and relate to one another. This is Part 4 of 4, coming to you each Tuesday at 4PM ET.2020-12-1132 min
Harwood Half HourHow We’ll Get There: 4 Key Mantras for Taking ActionOn this Special Election 2020 Series, Rich Harwood discusses 4 key mantras you can use to get local communities and the nation to move forward. This is Part 3 of 4. This podcast was recorded on December 1, 2020. 2020-12-0433 min
Harwood Half HourWhere We're Going: How to Shift Your FocusIn order to get our communities and our country on a better path, we need to shift our focus. On this week’s episode, Rich Harwood discussed how one community in Winchester, KY is taking steps to build a new future - and how you can take these four steps, too. This podcast was recorded on November 24, 2020.2020-11-2738 min
Organizing for Change46- How to Bring Us Together When We Are Divided with Rich HarwoodIf you would like to be an insider to the Organizing for Change Podcast, join our email list. You will be the first to know about upcoming episodes and you will get a summary after each episode with links to anything we have talked about emailed right to your inbox. Just click on the link in the notes to join our community today!
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Harwood Half HourWhere We Are: Overcoming An Impasse2020 has been a tough year and the election showed how much work we have ahead of us to create a more inclusive, equitable, just and hopeful society. So now the question is: Where do we go from here? Rich Harwood is going live on Facebook at 4 p.m. ET for a new 4-part series: Special Election 2020 Series: How We Move Forward from Here. During the first episode, Rich discusses how the nation is at an impasse and how we can move forward from here. This is Part 1 of 4, coming to you each Tuesday at 4 p.m. ET...2020-11-2030 min
Harwood Half HourBeing Accountable to Our Communities - with Lisa Attygalle of The Tamarack Institute As communities grapple with a global pandemic and systemic racism, civic leaders must step forward and be accountable to their communities in order to build trust and create real, lasting change. In this special edition of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood speaks with Lisa Attygalle of the Tamarack Institute, a leading non-profit committed to community change, about showing accountability to our communities. Rich will also discuss key lessons from the Institute’s work in places like Mobile, AL, and Jackson, MS - lessons that show why turning outward is critical for healthy communities and a healthy democracy. This episode was record...2020-07-1057 min
Harwood Half HourShowing Up For Yourself and Others TodayAt an unprecedented time when we are in the midst of multiple crises, Rich Harwood discusses why it's so important to show up for yourself and others today, and offers three steps you can take to show up in a more impactful way in your work and in your life. This episode was recorded on June 24, 2020.2020-06-2626 min
Harwood Half HourGetting Real About What Happens Next in CommunitiesThe change happening in our society is significant, rapid, and unprecedented. Our country is dealing with four crises: systemic racism, an economic crisis, a public health crisis, and a political crisis. In this special edition of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood discusses how we must get real if we are to make the transformation we need in communities to bring about significant progress. This episode was recorded on June 10, 2020.2020-06-1232 min
Harwood Half HourReminding Ourselves Who We Are–and Can BecomeOur nation is in crisis. Now, more than ever, we must remind ourselves who we are—and can become. On this special edition of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood reflects on the current state of our country, and asks us to remind ourselves of some basic tenets of who we are and who we can become. This episode was recorded on June 3, 2020.2020-06-0526 min
Harwood Half HourSafeguarding Our Dignity TodayIn The Harwood Institute's nationwide questionnaire, many people are raising concerns about dignity and disparities in our society. On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses how we can safeguard our dignity during this divisive and uncertain time. This episode was recorded on May 27, 2020. To take the questionnaire, visit www.surveymonkey.com/r/harwoodcivicleaders2020-05-2931 min
Harwood Half HourBeyond Reopening: What We Must Do to Come Out StrongerAs the nation reopens, we face a fundamental choice: will be focus on getting back to normal, or back to better? On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses how we can come out stronger than when the pandemic began. He highlights a new Institute initiative, Engaging Frontline Civic Leaders in Responding to COVID-19 and a new questionnaire you can take here: www.surveymonkey.com/r/harwoodcivicleaders This episode was recorded on May 21, 2020.2020-05-2235 min
Harwood Half HourCOVID-19: Personal Rejuvenation for Public InnovatorsAs the pandemic continues, it can be difficult to stay upbeat and engaged even when you have so much you want to achieve. On this special edition of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood shares 3 steps for how to rejuvenate yourself in order to achieve what really matters to you. Download a copy of our new tool here: https://www.theharwoodinstitute.org/covid19resources2020-05-0828 min
Harwood Half HourCOVID-19: From Where Am I to Here I AmAs you wrestle with uncertainty and self-doubt during this time period, it’s important to consider what it means to show up for ourselves, our colleagues and our communities. On this special episode of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood sharea 3 concrete steps for how you can move from Where Am I to Here I Am. This episode was recorded on April 29, 2020.2020-05-0118 min
Harwood Half HourCOVID-19: Reimagining Your Role in Community As the pandemic continues, and uncertainty abounds, how should you be thinking about the role of your organization, entity or group in your community? On this episode of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood discusses 3 steps you can take to reimagine your role in community. This episode was recorded on April 22, 2020. To sign up to be part of our growing network, go to: www.theharwoodinstitute.org/sign-up 2020-04-2430 min
Harwood Half HourCOVID-19: Finding a New Way to HopeAs the COVID-19 pandemic persists, our sense of loss and frustration, even anger, grow and we can lose hope. On this special episode of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood discusses 3 steps you can take to find a new way to hope. This episode was recorded on April 15, 2020.2020-04-1721 min
Harwood Half HourCOVID-19: Our Pearl Harbor?During this global pandemic called COVID-19, it's easy to talk about the task before us as a "war" we must win. On this special edition of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich reflects on the US Surgeon General's comparison of the COVID-19 pandemic to Pearl Harbor and outlines 3 steps you can take to have a more human, less wartime, response to this pandemic.2020-04-1024 min
Harwood Half HourCOVID-19: From Grief to Hope - How to Lift Each Other UpDuring this global pandemic called COVID-19, we are all trying to manage the tension between grief and hope and what we can do to keep going. On this episode of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood discusses how we can lift each other up to help move ourselves and our communities from grief to hope. He draws on his experience from working in communities like Newtown, CT and Flint, MI and discusses 4 steps you can take in these trying times. This episode was recorded on April 1, 2020.2020-04-0332 min
How Do We Fix It?Moving Beyond Fear. Turning Outward. Rich HarwoodThe coronavirus pandemic has lead many to fear, panic, anger, profound loneliness and isolation. Realizing that we are all in this crisis together, how can we cope in a more hopeful and creative way?"We need to make a fundamental choice that the only way we get through this is if we act and engage as a community together," says Rich Harwood, President and Founder of The Harwood Institute. His group teaches and coaches people in local communities to move forward by bridging divides and creating a culture of shared responsibility. "The more we s...2020-04-0227 min
Harwood Half HourCOVID-19: Being Intentional When You're Afraid During this pandemic, our fear can get the best of us, but there are steps you can take to put yourself on a more hopeful, confident path. On this special edition of Harwood Half Hour, TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood discusses the coronavirus and what it means to be intentional when you're afraid. This episode was recorded on March 25, 2020. Join with others who are stepping forward, turning outward, and working to solve the toughest challenges facing our society by joining our network: https://theharwoodinstitute.org/sign-up 2020-03-2719 min
Harwood Half HourCOVID-19: We Need Community NowDuring this global pandemic, we face a fundamental choice: will we turn against one another or will we turn outward towards one another? On this episode of the Harwood Half Hour, Rich Harwood discusses the coronavirus and what it means for our communities and our country. This podcast was recorded on March 18, 2020.2020-03-2025 min
Harwood Half HourRebuilding Belief in America TodayHow can we make sense of what is happening in our country today? Three days after Super Tuesday, we know one thing for sure: there is profound and troubling anxiety running throughout America today. On this special episode, Rich Harwood talks about patriotism, and how we can rebuild our love, trust, and belief in our country by starting in our local communities. Stay tuned for a special message at the end of the episode! This previously aired episode was recorded on March 14, 2019. Read Rich's accompanying blog post: The United States of Anxiety.2020-03-0623 min
Harwood Half HourWith Malice Toward NoneIn the midst of a bitter political election, impeachment proceedings, toxic tweets, and political power grabs, what will it take for us to act with “malice towards none?” On this episode of Harwood Half Hour, following President’s Day, Rich Harwood reflects on the second inaugural address of his favorite president, Abraham Lincoln, and offers 3 questions for you to consider about the American promise, dignity, and the unfinished work in our country. This episode was recorded on February 18, 2020. Read Rich’s accompanying blog post here: https://theharwoodinstitute.org/richs-blog-posts/2020/2/17/presidents-day-message-with-malice-toward-none2020-02-2115 min
Harwood Half HourOne Step at a Time in Clark County, KY – with Jen Algire, CEO of the Greater Clark FoundationJen Algire, CEO of the Greater Clark Foundation in Winchester, KY, sat down with Rich to discuss how the Greater Clark Foundation and Clark County, KY have worked together to produce transformational change - not just in their work, but also in their community, and the way people and organizations work together. This podcast was recorded on December 6, 2019. Read more about Clark County's story in our new report, One Step At A Time: Winchester and Clark County Seizing the Moment.2020-02-0720 min
Harwood Half HourOur Urgent Need for a New Civic CovenantFollowing MLK Day, Rich Harwood discusses lessons from our work in Jackson, Mississippi, and the kind of civic covenant our communities - and our country - need to move forward. He outlines three questions you can ask yourself to begin creating a civic covenant in your community. Download our newest report, A New Civic Covenant: Jackson Ready to Step Forward, to learn more about how leaders in Jackson are Stepping Forward. This podcast was recorded on January 21, 2020.2020-01-2420 min
Harwood Half HourThe Lesson for America from Des Moines, IA – with Nikki Syverson, Director of Capital CrossroadsNikki Syverson, Director of Capital Crossroads, sat down with Rich Harwood in Des Moines, IA to discuss how the growing Des Moines community can address underlying challenges of affordable housing, rural-urban divides, and inequalities while continuing to build momentum. They also discuss what Des Moines can teach us about the American promise. This podcast was recorded on December 12, 2019.2020-01-1016 min
Harwood Half HourStepping Forward: Special Preview of Rich's Newest BookOn this special episode of Harwood Half Hour, Rich Harwood discusses his newest book - Stepping Forward: A Positive, Practical Path to Transform Our Communities and Our Lives. The book is part of a two-year campaign, launching on October 1, where Rich is engaging people across the nation on how we can make real progress amid our differences and divisions. To get involved, visit steppingforwardbook.org.2019-08-0519 min
Harwood Half HourYour Role in Acts of Loving KindnessAcross the country, people feel we have lost our connection to one each and to our shared humanity. What will it take to break through the situation we’re in today? On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses how you can engage in acts of loving kindness to rewaken ourselves and re-engage in our shared public life. This episode was recorded on July 16, 2019.2019-07-1817 min
Harwood Half HourBecoming Ruthlessly StrategicWe all struggle with hard choices. What can you do if you feel overwhelmed, pulled in all directions or fatigued? On this episode, Rich Harwood outlines 4 steps you can take to become more ruthlessly strategic and more relevant, significant, and impactful. This episode was recorded on June 18, 2019.2019-06-2520 min
Harwood Half HourConfronting Our Civic StainsAcross the country, people say that dealing with our civic stains, whether historical or more recent, will further divide our communities and raise more prejudice and fears. On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses 3 ideas on how we can gain strength by stepping forward together and confronting our civic stains. This episode was recorded on June 4, 2019.2019-06-0728 min
Harwood Half HourWhy "Small Efforts" Matter NowMany of us often feel that our small efforts do not make a difference in the face of the tumultuous times we live in. In this episode, Rich Harwood offers 3 reminders of how your small efforts are critical to creating change and hope today. This podcast was recorded on May 22, 2019.2019-05-2418 min
Harwood Half HourWhy We Need A Civic MessageIn the midst of historic political campaigns heating up, Americans are hungry for a different and distinct civic message. On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses the civic message we need. This podcast was recorded on May 8, 2019.2019-05-1417 minHarwood Half HourBecoming More IntentionalWe each have choices to make in our lives and work….on what basis will you make them? On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses two clear steps you can take to become more intentional and develop more purpose and meaning in your life and your work. This episode was recorded on April 25, 2019.2019-04-3021 min
Harwood Half HourThe Case for Grace in Public LifeIs there room for grace in public life today? At a time when our country is so divided, and so many of us are hunkered down, Rich Harwood discusses 3 steps that you can take find grace in your public life today.2019-04-0221 min
Harwood Half HourA New Patriotism for Bad TimesOn this episode, at a time when our country is so divided and polarized, Rich Harwood lays out three steps you can take to to exercise a new patriotism - a love of country - especially in these bad times. This podcast was recorded on March 14, 2019.2019-03-1521 min
Seth Harwood AudiobooksMarch Office Hour - Craft of Fiction and Book LaunchHere we started out talking about the new book, my copies, and sending them out! The Maltese Jordans is here!We also discussed: Research - Fun and OverloadSlowing Down / Getting CloseThe BeehiveAnd... the ultimate trick to writing! You'll definitely want to check this one out.And, missed your chance to grab a copy of the book here on Patreon? You can snap it right up here: sethharwood.com Enjoy!Thanks to Rich, Sandy, Lynn, Nell and Alyce for joining me!
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Audio Fiction of Seth HarwoodMarch Office Hour - Craft of Fiction and Book LaunchHere we started out talking about the new book, my copies, and sending them out! The Maltese Jordans is here!We also discussed: Research - Fun and OverloadSlowing Down / Getting CloseThe BeehiveAnd... the ultimate trick to writing! You'll definitely want to check this one out.And, missed your chance to grab a copy of the book here on Patreon? You can snap it right up here: sethharwood.com Enjoy!Thanks to Rich, Sandy, Lynn, Nell and Alyce for joining me!2019-03-0559 min
Harwood Half HourA New Path to Race ReconciliationOn the heels of controversy in Virginia, Rich Harwood discusses 4 steps you can take to authentically deal with racial reconciliation today. This podcast was recorded on February 28, 2019.2019-03-0422 min
Harwood Half HourThe Role of Love in Public LifeAs we celebrate Valentine’s Day, Rich Harwood discusses the role of love in public life. Listen for three ideas that will help you imagine love for those you do not know. This podcast was recorded on February 14, 2019.2019-02-1515 min
Harwood Half HourThe Power of Public KnowledgeOn this episode of Harwood Half Hour, Rich Harwood offers a few tips on remaining relevant, impactful, and trustworthy in your community by utilizing public knowledge. Learn how to take community engagement to the next level by leveraging the power of Public Knowledge. This podcast was recorded on January 31, 2019.2019-02-0424 min
Harwood Half HourMLK and Our WallsThe week before Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Rich Harwood discusses Dr. King’s legacy, and the lessons we must use to refocus our public discourse from building walls and government shutdowns, back to people and creating new paths to one another. This podcast was recorded on January 16, 2019.2019-01-2525 min
Harwood Half HourCreate Your Own Personal CovenantIn this episode, Rich Harwood walks through the Personal Covenant tool, an exercise that can help you clarify why you do this work and understand what's required of you to step forward in a strong, positive way. This podcast was recorded on December 20, 2018. Download the Personal Covenant tool here: http://ow.ly/kHzR30ne1Mv2019-01-0823 min
Harwood Half HourHow to Get Past Your FearsThe topic of this episode of the Harwood Half Hour is fear - and how you can get past your fears to become more present and impactful in your community and your life. This podcast was recorded on December 13, 2018.2019-01-0422 min
Harwood Half HourWhy We Need LibrariesOn this special edition of Harwood Half Hour, Rich Harwood delivers a keynote address at the MCLS - Midwest Collaborative for Library Services Community Engagement Summit. He talks about why we need libraries now more than ever. This podcast was recorded on December 6, 2018.2019-01-0436 min
Harwood Half HourGratitude - Not just for ThanksgivingJust days after celebrating Thanksgiving, Rich Harwood is talking about gratitude. It’s not just for Thanksgiving. Rich also discusses how you can be grateful in a Turned Outward way. This podcast was recorded on November 29, 2018.2018-12-0421 min
Harwood Half HourShared Responsibility - What it Takes and Why We Need ItOn this episode, Rich Harwood discusses Shared Responsibility - what it takes, why we need it and why we’re ready for it now more than ever. This podcast was recorded from Hawaii on November 15, 2018.2018-11-2616 min
Harwood Half Hour5 Steps to Engender HopeOn the heels of the nasty midterm elections, Rich Harwood outlines 5 practical steps that you can take to engender hope in these divisive times. This podcast was recorded on November 8, 2018.2018-11-2011 min
Harwood Half HourTurning Outward in Turbulent TimesFollowing a week of maddening violence and turbulence in the U.S., Rich Harwood outlines the practical steps you can take to Turn Outward and bridge divides to come together with others. This podcast was recorded on November 1, 2018.2018-11-2014 min
Harwood Half Hour3 Reasons to Celebrate Our 30th AnniversaryRich Harwood, President and CEO of the Harwood Institute, explains 3 reasons why we’re celebrating the Harwood Institute’s 30th Anniversary--and it’s not to toot our own horn. It’s about putting a stake in the ground about society’s challenges moving forward and how the Institute can support you in addressing them. This podcast was recorded on October 25, 2018.2018-11-2011 minSeth Harwood AudiobooksFebruary Office HourThis month's office hour had a specific topic: how to use the Scrivener program to work on long-form projects fiction or non-fiction. I took a few writers through my process in how I use the program for The Maltese Jordans and showed how I would start a new project in Scrivener by migrating content from Microsoft Word. If that's where my work was.Thanks to all who attended and especially to Rich Katz for offering up his work Every Dog as our migration demo.Thanks Rich!
2018-02-2453 minAudio Fiction of Seth HarwoodFebruary Office HourThis month's office hour had a specific topic: how to use the Scrivener program to work on long-form projects fiction or non-fiction. I took a few writers through my process in how I use the program for The Maltese Jordans and showed how I would start a new project in Scrivener by migrating content from Microsoft Word. If that's where my work was.Thanks to all who attended and especially to Rich Katz for offering up his work Every Dog as our migration demo.Thanks Rich!2018-02-2453 min
Turn on Full Audiobook in Mysteries & Thrillers, SuspenseEclipse Quartet: 4 Psychological Thrillers by Charles Jay Harwood | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Eclipse Quartet: 4 Psychological Thrillers
Author: Charles Jay Harwood
Narrator: Violet North
Format: Unabridged
Length: 32 hrs and 17 mins
Language: English
Release date: 10-08-15
Publisher: CJH Publications
Genres: Mysteries & Thrillers, Suspense
Summary:
Here are four psychological thrillers where love and shame collide, creating a warped kind of sexual chemistry. Abduction, paranoia, addiction, and obsession thicken the mix.
The Shuttered Room
Jessica Fraser would appear to have everything: money, a devoted husband, a lively son, and a fulfilling career. But her life takes a nasty turn when she's taken hostage and...2015-10-088h 17Audio Fiction of Seth HarwoodRich Katz reads Heavy DutyRich Katz busts the great story.2015-09-1656 minSeth Harwood AudiobooksRich Katz reads Heavy DutyRich Katz busts the great story.
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