The Harmony Goal Podcast: Recent Episodes
Tom Dearth
Today you’ll hear from Ethan Hemming, President & CEO of Warren Village is a Colorado nonprofit serving unhoused and unstably housed low-income single-parent families in the Denver area. https://warrenvillage.org/
Dr. Bill Bissell, DDS and Patti Nelson, Hygienist share about their work in offering Indigent Dental Care globally for the past 32 years. https://bisselldentalgroup.com/
Today our guest is Tamra Ryan, CEO of Women's Bean Project, a social enterprise providing transitional employment in its food manufacturing business to women attempting to break the cycle of chronic unemployment and poverty. https://www.womensbeanproject.com/
Jill Tupper shares about her recent global experiences in the Ukraine. She explains how she used her corporate experience to train lay people in the rewiring of the mind. They are building an organization that is both scalable and sustainable using neuroscience to calm the battlefield of the mind. https://www.global-warrior.org/
James Evans-Ortiz is the Development Coordinator at the Metro Community Church (MCC) Community Food Pantry. Learn about this organization and how they are serving those in need in the metro-Denver area in regards to food and nourishment.
Hospice care is difficult to talk about and it is an area that people need help. Learn how Lyn Esbenson had her own experience with hospice care and has since made it her mission.
Today you'll hear from Kristen Blessman, who is the President and General Manager of PBS12.
PBS12 is a different kind of PBS station. We’re your neighbor. We’re rooted in independence and diverse viewpoints. We champion diverse voices, celebrate community, delight audiences, and expand perspectives for all Coloradans. We promise to be PBS in a whole new way.
Listen to this podcast to learn about CNDC with Melinda Higgs, President and CEO of the Colorado Nonprofit Development Center. If you have a non-profit venture idea, learn how CNDC can support you.
Today we have the distinct pleasure of hearing from Erin Pulling, the President and CEO of Food Bank of the Rockies. Erin was named the Food Bank CEO of the Year in 2022 and Most Admired CEO/Titan by Denver Business Journal.
Today we will hear from Laurie Lazar who shares how a major turnaround in life put her on a career path that she was chosen for doing victim impact work. She offers a 2-day program called The Art of Being Human in Colorado jails. Listen to this inspiring journey. https://www.realnessproject.org/
Today we hear from Jon Ewing who is the Communications Manager for Volunteers of America. The mission of Volunteers of America Colorado is to identify and serve the basic needs of the most vulnerable individuals and families within the community. Learn more at https://www.voa.org/
Today we are going to be hearing from Executive Director Don Moseley of Ralston House Child Advocacy Center, an advocacy center for young children and teenagers who have been involved in physical or sexual abuse or witnessed some traumatic event.
Chef Kim Brazile shares about the SAME Cafe based in Denver CO since 2006. SAME Café Denver is a volunteer & donation-based, fair exchange nonprofit restaurant that serves healthy food to everyone, regardless of ability to pay. Their mission is to create community through healthy food access. They believe in healthy food, community, and dignity for everyone. http://samecafedenver.org
Colorado-based music icon Hazel Miller has a reputation for "Bringing it" whether the event is a club setting, concert, festival, or non-profit fundraiser. Hazel Miller is an American blues, pop and gospel singer. Originally from Kentucky, she has performed in the Denver, Colorado area since 1984. She is known for her singing and for being a force of nature when it comes to making a difference.
Colorado-based music icon Hazel Miller has a reputation for "Bringing it" whether the event is a club setting, concert, festival, or non-profit fundraiser. Hazel Miller is an American blues, pop and gospel singer. Originally from Kentucky, she has performed in the Denver, Colorado area since 1984. She is known for her singing and for being a force of nature when it comes to making a difference.
Learn more about the Denver Rescue Mission as Public Relations Manager, Steven Hinkel, joins us in this episode. He shares what this 131+ year old organization does in the Colorado community towards homelessness.
Hear about volunteering and being of help and service through the eyes of Rev. Josh Reeves & Rev. Jackie Harris from Mile High Church. You’ll hear about the Make a Difference Program who is partnered with the Action Center.
Today we’ll hear from Pam Claeys. She shares the message of St. Margaret’s House.
St. Margaret’s House is a day center that welcomes women and children who live in economic poverty. They provide meals, address immediate needs, and offer assistance through programs. Together, they work to break down barriers of isolation while discovering the unique talents and gifts of everyone who walks through our doors.
The Glenn Garcelon Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which exists to improve the quality of life of brain tumor survivors, caregivers and their families by providing emotional and financial support.
Meet Denali and Rich! Rich Legner is a dog lover! He is a dog therapy handler. He learned about being a Dog Handler through this Veterinarian. He is trained through Go Team Therapy. He travels to 3 organizations through the association of Alliance of Therapy Dogs.
Denali, is a 9 year old Fox Red Labrador Retriever that meets and greets everyone. She is a beautiful, gentle soul. She loves meeting people and if she likes you well enough, you might be able to give her a tummy rub. Denali was born to be a therapy dog! Their first goal together is to bring a smile.
Barbara Barton has been interested in self improvement all her life. She has a passion for seniors and specializes in end of life transitions. She is a certified End of Life Doula. She assists and cares for people holistically in the last phase of life in the physical, emotional and spiritual realms.
Chris Michlewitz & Eric Gostenik have a passion for sustainable eco-friendly farming container farms that use less resources & land than traditional farms. Farm Box Foods shares educational and promotional opportunities all throughout the world.
Benny Samuels is the Executive Director of the AYA Foundation. The AYA Foundation is leading the Economic Revolution for the Black community in Colorado and beyond. We are working toward a world in which our children do not face the same struggles that we’ve been through, and where future generations have equity and generational wealth.
Today we’ll hear from Co-Directors of the Lotus Network, Lisa Cook and Leslie Heins. Hear how this non-profit was formed in 2018 by these Colorado natives and how they are helping women rediscover their potential. It is never too late to have purposeful living.
“It‘s hard to find any family that isn’t impacted by dementia right now!” Today we’ll hear from Certified Dementia coach, consultant, trainer, and speaker, Kay M. Adams.
Her organization, Compassion Works, LLC enthusiastically engages care partners and organizations impacted by dementia through coaching, consulting, education and training, so they are empowered to effectively face challenges with confidence, clarity and connection.
Doug Good Feather is the Founder of the Lakota Way Healing Center since 2006. He shares how the center got started from a powerful vision after having served as a combat veteran. Through his experiences and his connections with them he is able to serve others today with Lakota philosophies.
Jay Millar is the Founder of My Virtual Dad and works with men to stop the overwhelm of life to help them be the best husband, father, provider or any other role they play.
Today, you'll hear from Retired Oil & Gas Consultant, Dennis Oliver. Dennis learned about and fell in love with volunteering from his mother as a middle school student. Hear how he has come to be named the "guy who just can't say no" as you listen in today.
Today we'll learn from Jake Dresden about a Colorado-based non-profit called A Little Help. A Little Help enables older adults to continue taking pride in their homes and yards. Volunteers are there to offer help with yardwork, organizing, light cleaning & handy help tasks. You can find them at https://www.alittlehelp.org/
Gwen Crawford and Dan Jacobson started a forum to help people communication more effectively & harmoniously by starting a Conversation Salon.
Penn Street is our guest today and she talks about her journey of living with vision impairment after a snake bite as a young girl and how she lives harmoniously in everyday life.
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Patty Luckenbach, a minister at Mile High Church in Lakewood, CO for over 30 years. She is a Research Associate in Existential Metapsychiatry and has a passion for building community & creating ministry of service opportunities.
Listen to part 3 of this series. The Action Center is a critical force in bringing out the best of our community. Together we weave a fabric of strength, kindness and compassion that permeates and strengthens our community. Find them at http://theactioncenter.org/
The Action Center is a critical force in bringing out the best of our community. Together we weave a fabric of strength, kindness and compassion that permeates and strengthens our community. Find them at http://theactioncenter.org/
The Action Center is a critical force in bringing out the best of our community. Together we weave a fabric of strength, kindness and compassion that permeates and strengthens our community. Find them at http://theactioncenter.org/
Listen in as we talk to Amber Dobkins today about her new book, "Sacred Legacy: Empowered Generational Healing" co-authored with Angela D. Billings and Jewelia Dobkins.
Listen to this special episode with Trudy Olson. Listen in to hear how she has lived a life full of serving others and, in turn, changed the lives of others.
In this episode we will talk about family harmony as we chat with Dr. Barry Ebert, a Certified Trainer in Love and Logic & Youth Group Minister at Mile Hi Church. Learn how you can parent from a place of harmony. You can learn more and connect with Dr. Barry at https://barryebert.com/
John Marx served in law enforcement for 23 years. He served as an officer in both the Municipal Police Departments and the County Sheriff's office. His experience is in Police Administration, Patrol, Investigations, and Community Service. He was a Hostage Negotiator and Negotiations Team Leader for 19 years. He was the Administrator of the community policing project: Community Oriented Governance. He is currently the Founder/Executive Director of the (Law Enforcement Survival Institute (LESI), and two-time Author. Hear his views on creating harmony in our communities and world.
Learn how Jenny Armstrong went from hopelessness and despair to a place of harmony, hope and is thriving in her career, home and helping others.
In a world that appears to be filled with negativity & distrust, it's easy to feel helpless & frustrated. How about stories about everyday people doing good things for people around them? How can we bring more harmony into this world today?
In specifically addressing the question, "What can one individual do to make a change in the world?", remember, we are all empowered to create more harmony in the world, one smile at a time.
Warmly, Tom