Join hosts Gordon McDade and Nicola McGuinness in this podcast where they explore the complexities of change, why change is both challenging and inevitable, and why we have different perspectives on embracing it. Get set for conversations with individuals who have navigated profound transformations. Shedding light on the resilience, courage, and insights that fuel their personal stories of change. Credit: Music by Denys Kyshchuk from Pixabay
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Inspiring conversations with pioneers, change makers and social entrepreneurs who are creatively making a difference in their communities. Listen in as Rob Schellert talk with friends from around the world as they share their stories and reflect on their experiences and what they have learned along the way in doing good on the Rumors of Doing Good podcast. These conversations feature everyday heroes who are often making a difference away from the limelight.
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Every week, comedian Luke Mones and his friends solve the mysteries of the world and themselves. Also they talk about other stuff as well.
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Bank Goblin w/ Raanan Hershberg | Luke Mones Explained | Episode 20
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1:00:16This week's guest is the hilarious Raanan Hershberg. Luke and Raanan talk about everything. This is an important episode in the Great American Songbook. See Luke on tour: punchup.live/lukemones Connect with Raanan: Tickets: https://punchup.live/raanan Instagram: http://instagram.com/raanancomedy X: https://twitter.com/RaananComedy YouTube: http://y…
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Suitcase Full of Bagels w/ Ian Fidance | Luke Mones Explained | Episode 19
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44:19More Luke Mones Explained. This week we have return guest Ian Fidance (Bein' Ian with Jordan). The Delaware Demon aka Poor Hunter Biden. Things get weird. But everything is okay. It's a good time. This was a few months ago so the Luigi talk seems not so fresh but hey what can ya do. See Luke on tour: punchup.live/lukemones Connect with Ian: Tickets…
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Pod of Gold w/ Joe List | Luke Mones Explained | Episode 18
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1:01:58We're back with Joe List. The triumphant return of Joe and the podcast. The fellas talk Joe spilling on his seatmate, 9/11 and Santa Claus, and much more. Go see Joe's new special SMALL BALL in theaters May 21st, and his documentary TOM DUSTIN: PORTRAIT OF A COMEDIAN also in theaters everywhere. See Luke on tour: punchup.live/lukemones Connect with…
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BONUS EPISODE: Stitching Warmth - A Girl Scout Story of Compassion
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23:10Bonus Episode – What happens when creativity meets compassion? In this special conversation, I sit down with my daughter Gwen to talk about a project she and her Girl Scout troop took on — knitting blankets for people experiencing homelessness. It started as a small idea, but quickly became a meaningful way to offer warmth, dignity, and human conne…
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Ep 6: "At the end of the day we're human beings, not doings, and who are you being in the world?" - Roslyn Bell
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31:46Roslyn Bell is a serial Entrepreneur with a multi-million-pound property empire, a survivor, inspirational speaker, business coach, author and recently trained as a Menopause Coach to educate and guide women to embrace this change in their lives. Roslyn’s message is one of courage, self-belief and determination to embrace change and realise dreams.…
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Ep 5: "That split second stopped me from taking my own life" - Chris Ross
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33:17Chris Ross is a qualified personal trainer and has spent 18 years in the commercial insurance industry, working in senior roles for some of the world’s biggest companies. Driven by the belief in "a healthy body, healthy mind" he completed some of the UK’s most physically and mentally demanding challenges, mastering the art of pushing his limits. Ch…
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Ep 4: "I realised the power of mentorship and learning from others and I've never looked back" - Mairead Mackle
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34:36Mairead Mackle is the Founder and CEO of Tarasis Enterprises. She is a multi-award-winning entrepreneur, philanthropist, activist, investor, non-executive board member and a loving mother. A passionate voice in values based leadership, female empowerment and using business for good, Mairead is actively working and collaborating to make an impact in…
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S4 E10 Her Leadership, Our Lives: Celebrating the Role of Women in Our Lives
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22:34In the season four finale of Rumors of Doing Good, Ken Loyd returns to chat with Rob about the remarkable female leaders who have shaped their lives. Together, they reflect on the significant impact these women have made and emphasize the importance of making room for their unique gifts and perspectives in a world traditionally dominated by men. Th…
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S4 E9 Ray Motsi - Fostering Nonviolence Across Zimbabwe’s Tribes
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37:00In today's conversation, I'm joined by Ray Motsi from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Zimbabwe has a complex history, marked by significant violence stemming from the colonial rule of the British Empire and the subsequent fight for independence in the 1960s through the 80s. This history has deeply influenced the culture, where violence often became the preferr…
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S4 E8 Gordon McDade - Being a Peacemaker in a Divided City
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55:12In today’s conversation, I’m joined by my good friend Gordon McDade, who hails from Belfast, Northern Ireland, where he still resides. Growing up, Gordon directly experienced and witnessed the conflict between those advocating for an independent Ireland and those loyal to the United Kingdom—an era known as The Troubles. In this tumultuous environme…
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Ken Loyd returns to the Rumors of Doing Good podcast to talk with Rob about their experiences of dealing with mainstream churches, organizations and leaders who don’t always appreciate or take the time to understand those who are trying to do good in the margins. Listen in as they share wisdom they have learned on how to navigate a world that doesn…
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Cash and Beans w/ Brendan Sagalow | Luke Mones Explained #17
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1:06:25Brendan Sagalow is back the pod this week to discuss seeking justice, Bam Margera, and wearing diapers to the club. Thank you for supporting this, it is art. Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Connect with Luke! Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LukeMones Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/LukeMones Youtube…
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Ep 3: "No-one sets out to be an addict" - Vicky Midwood
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37:49Vicky Midwood is a Health Coach & Addiction Eliminator, Author & Podcaster and creator of the ‘Infinite Freedom’ and ‘Freedom Unleashed’ programmes. Vicky is passionate about helping professional women over 40 liberate themselves from compulsive eating, alcohol dependence, over-exercising & weight obsession so they can finally live the life they wa…
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Someone Get Me A Stick of Butter! W/ Tommy McNamara | Luke Mones Explained #16
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1:04:50It's Luke Mones Explained. Our guest this week is the legendary comedian and man of the people Tommy McNamara (@TommyMcNamaraComedy). This is the greatest hour in the history of American media. Connect with Luke! Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LukeMones Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/LukeMones Youtube: http://…
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Ep 2: "I had no idea what the point of me was" - Lianne McCooey
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39:14Lianne McCooey is a former waitress, barista, and reluctant business owner. These days, she is spinning a number of different plates - all with the same common theme of communication, emotion, and understanding. We cover a lot in this episode including what change means to Lianne.https://www.instagram.com/be_heard_therapy/https://www.instagram.com/…
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S4 E6 Eagle Spits - Punk Rock Solidarity with Street Children
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39:31In today’s conversation, I'm joined by my friend Eagle Spits from Nottingham, England. As a teenager, Eagle discovered his passion for punk rock. In 2009, he had a profound experience with Jesus. Inspired by the writings and stories of Dorothy Day of providing radical Christian hospitality towards the poor, Eagle began organizing punk shows in 2010…
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Planet of the Bass, Butt-dialing the Jonas Brothers, and "I'm Shmacked" w/ Kyle Gordon | Luke Mones Explained #15
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55:57It's Luke Mones Explained folks. This week Luke is joined by his buddy, comedian/ Eurodance superstar Kyle Gordon. They talk Planet of the Bass, bombing in broad daylight, early 2010s college rap, and much more. As James Lipton would ask, "Can I speak to DJ CrazyTimes?" Connect with Luke! Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: https://www.inst…
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Meet your hosts Gordon & Nicola, find out about their respective journeys and what their hopes for the podcast. Follow here: https://www.nicolamcguinnesscoaching.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolamcguinness/https://www.gordonmcdade.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/gordon-mcdade-9a43482b/By Gordon McDade and Nicola McGuinness
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Writing for the Tom Brady Roast, Finding a Human Foot, and Having A Smooth Brain w/ JP McDade | Luke Mones Explained #14
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54:09It's Luke Mones Explained. Luke is joined by his old pal, the hilarious JP McDade. Check out JP's special, produced by Stavros Halkias, on Youtube in a few weeks. On this episode, the fellas talk about JP writing for the Tom Brady roast on netflix, Luke finding out he was born with a smooth brain (actually), the Five Point Palm Exploding Heart Tech…
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The Chair is Poetic w/ Tom Thakkar | Luke Mones Explained #13
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1:01:25Episode 13 of Luke Mones Explained. Tom Thakkar is here. He is hilarious. It's an all timer. This is in the Katt/ Shannon pantheon. We won't spoil it anymore in the description. Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Get tickets to see Luke Live in LA for the Netflix is a Joke Fest, Friday May 10: https://www.netflixisajokefest.com/artists/lu…
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S4 E5 Ariatna Karlet - Participating in the Rebuilding of Venezuela by Starting a Clothing Business
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15:37In today’s conversation, I am joined by Ariatna Karlet, a 24 year old remarkable entrepreneur from Colonia Tovar, Venezuela. Ariatna started Monos, a casual clothing company in the midst of recent social, political and economic turmoil of Venezuela. Through her business, Ariatna hopes to provide quality clothing as well as jobs while supporting her…
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Waingro w/ Jace Avery | Luke Mones Explained #12
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53:09Episode 12 of Luke Mones Explained. Jace Avery (lemonparty podcast) is back and the fellas get to chatting about everything. Two buds and one of the great moments in the history of American media. Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Get tickets to see Luke Live in LA for the Netflix is a Joke Fest May 10: https://www.netflixisajokefest.com…
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Your Sniffer's Broken | Luke Mones Explained #11
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55:58Episode 11 of Luke Mones Explained. Solo episode folks. Return guest (in the sense that Luke is there every episode). Luke discusses his restaurant gripes, the 2024 election, disturbing celebrity facts, people who answer the Quora questions, and much more. Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Get tickets for Luke's Netflix show in LA May 10…
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S4 E4 Eric Knox - Mentoring Students of Color & Why It Matters
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32:03In today’s conversation, I’m joined by my friend Eric Knox from Portland Oregon USA. As a former pastor, Eric noticed how students of color often lacked role models of color within the Portland school system. As a result Eric started the HOLLA Foundation in 2013 with the goal of providing mentors for students of color in response to the lack of rep…
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Guy Curtain w/ Ismael Loutfi | Luke Mones Explained #10
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59:19Episode 10 of Luke Mones Explained. It's another return guest. We are building a cinematic universe. Consider this episode our "Rogue One". Ismael Loutfi is back Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Connect with Luke: Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LukeMones Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/LukeMones You…
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S4 E3 Johanna Puirava - Providing A Mobile Resting Place for Vulnerable Folks in Helsinki
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35:06In today's conversation we are joined by Johanna Puirava from Helsinki, Finland where she started Levähdyspaikka (Finnish for Resting Place), a mobile outreach program for those struggling with homelessness and substance abuse out of the back of her Volvo. The underlying vision of Levähdyspaikka is the idea that every person is created and precious…
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We Love Holes! w/ Mike Recine & Brendan Sagalow | Luke Mones Explained #9
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1:02:11It's Luke Mones Explained. Mike Recine and Brendan Sagalow. First two guest show. Last two guest show? Time will tell...no it was fun Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Watch Mike Recine's special "I'm Normal": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fjt3mkpvquw Connect with Luke: Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: https://www.instagram.…
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Sanny Boo Boo w/ Caitlin Peluffo | Luke Mones Explained #8
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1:05:51It's Episode 8 of Luke Mones Explained. Caitlin Peluffo! Here we go! Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Connect with Luke! Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LukeMones Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/LukeMones Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/@LukeMones Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LukeMones Connect …
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S4 E2 The Joys & Struggles of Seeing Our Disabilities as a Gift
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24:32Navigating life with a disability presents profound challenges, often catching us off guard. We all tend to take our health for granted—until it’s gone. Then, it’s all too easy to obsess over what we’ve lost. But while we can’t wish away our limitations, we can change the way we think about our disabilities. Join us as we reflect on our growing awa…
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The Parmesan Question w/ Ismael Loutfi | Luke Mones Explained #7
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1:07:49Now it's Episode 7 of Luke Mones Explained. Luke talks to his good pal, comedian Ismael Loutfi. This is a life-changing episode and frankly, a monumental moment in the history of American media. Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Connect with Luke! Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LukeMones Tiktok: htt…
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Legacy Media w/ Michael Turner | Luke Mones Explained #6
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53:59Woah! More Luke Mones Explained. Luke and his buddy, comedian Michael Turner, chat about peaking in tee ball, having giant heads, the power of late 90s pop music, and more. Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Connect with Luke! Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LukeMones Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/Lu…
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S4 E1 Life Is a Series of Transitions and This Is One of Them
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16:49Rob & Ken kick off season four of Rumors of Doing Good with a short but poignant conversation about navigating life's transitions such as stepping into new opportunities and recent health challenges. Reflecting on the mantra of never letting the pressure exceed the pleasure, they share about the need to sometime make changes in their lives in order…
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Hey Lady w/ Ian Fidance | Luke Mones Explained #5
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55:50It's another Luke Mones Explained. Luke chops it up with comedian Ian Fidance (Bein' Ian with Jordan). They talk about Luke getting into moshing, Joe Biden saving Ian's school, dressing like Santa, and much more. Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Connect with Luke! Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/Luk…
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Wilhelm Scream w/ Brendan Sagalow | Luke Mones Explained #4
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51:31Okay. It's episode 4 of Luke Mones Explained. Luke and his old pal, comedian Brendan Sagalow talk about a wealth of topics, including: if Joe List truly loves Brendan, respecting mimes, and unexplained noises that terrorize entire towns. Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Connect with Luke! Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: http…
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From Fuddruckers w/ Jace Avery | Luke Mones Explained #3
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45:35It's Episode 3 of Luke Mones Explained. Luke talks to his old pal, comedian and artist Jace Avery. They chat about the night they met, vile group chats, Tarare the French Glutton, and more. Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Connect with Luke! Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LukeMones Tiktok: https://…
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Poison Factory w/ Jordan Jensen | Luke Mones Explained #2
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49:58Here we are. Episode 2 of Luke Mones Explained. Luke is joined by his friend, comedian Jordan Jensen. They discuss worrying about each other, having matching scars, Jordan growing up in a creek, and more. Also, Jordan bites the producer. Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Connect with Luke! Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: http…
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A Big Get w/ Joe List | Luke Mones Explained #1
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1:10:18Wow. It's Episode 1 of Luke Mones Explained. Luke is joined by comedian and pal Joe List. They talk about knowing missing people, receiving giant checks, the hunt for Whitey Bulger, and more. It's a doozy. Come see Luke live: http://LukeMones.komi.io Connect with Luke! Twitter: https://X.com/LukeMones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LukeMones …
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Throughout Season 3 of Rumors of Doing Good, Ken and Rob have been taking time to answer a few questions from listeners they have received over the last few years. In today’s season three finale, Rob and Ken takes the time to answer the question of what advice they would give to their younger selves and those who are looking to start doing good in …
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S3 E11 Deborah Loyd - Helping Folks on the Edge Find Their Voice and Meaning in Life
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33:55In today’s conversation Rob and Ken are joined by Deborah Loyd who you might have guessed is Ken's partner. In 1998 at an invitation from a friend, they moved to Portland Oregon USA and helped start a church called The Bridge with those in the subcultures. The Bridge offered refuge and a safe space for those who did not fit in but nevertheless love…
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S3 E10 Andrea Campanale - Coming Alongside Spiritual Seekers & Steampunks at Green Fairs
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31:03In today’s conversation Rob and Ken are joined by Andrea Campanale from Kingston upon Thames, in Southwest London, England. In 2005 a friend approached Andrea with an unexpected spiritual experience. Andrea found it difficult to find the words to help her friend, and connect the experience with her own faith. Becoming more aware of spiritual seeker…
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In today’s conversation, we reflect on how not everyone has had a positive experience with those who are seeking to do good such as faith based communities, the foster care system, the police and so on. What if every interaction you had with someone trying to do good was painful, what if every interaction you had with a person in the support system…
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S3 E8 Sesay Abdul Rashid - Caring for Orphans Devastated by the Ebola Epidemic in Sierra Leone
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28:27In today’s conversation Rob and Ken are joined by Sesay Abdul Rashid from Makeni Town, Sierra Leone where he and his family noticed hundreds of children living out on the streets, having lost their families due to the Ebola Epidemic in 2014. Previously a teacher, Sesay and his family began to recognize the knock-on effects of Ebola. Parents were dy…
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S3 E7 Elizabeth Sparks - Opening the Doors of Hospitality and Creating Community with Folks without Homes
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35:23In today’s conversation Rob and Ken are joined by Elizabeth Sparks from Tacoma, Washington USA where she lives and works with the Catholic Worker community for the past seven years. Since 1983, the Tacoma Catholic Worker seeks to build community defined by deep respect and mutal belonging with their houseless neighbors. They do this by providing a …
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S3 E6 What Keeps You from Giving up on Yourself?
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22:55Throughout Season 3 of Rumors of Doing Good, Ken and Rob will be taking time to answer a few questions from listeners they have received over the last few years. In today’s conversation, Rob and Ken takes the time to answer the question of what keeps them from giving up on themselves when doing good becomes hard. Listen in to their candid conversat…
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S3 E5 Vivian Labib Nouer - Empowering Folks in the Margins through Social Entrepeneurship
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37:16In today’s conversation, Ken and Rob are joined by Vivian Labib Nouer, an award winning artist and social entrepreneur from Cairo, Egypt. Initially an interior designer, she decided to combine her skills in marketing and interest in the arts to start up Charisma Arts in order to showcase local artists who were struggling to market themselves. Howev…
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How we make sense of our world is shaped by the culture in which we find ourselves. In contrast, uncommon sense can be described as thinking outside of the box that culture presents us with. In today’s conversation, Ken and Rob talk about how the prevailing common sense of Western culture may not always be helpful in seeking to engage or trying to …
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S3 E3 Peter & Liz Digitale Anderson - Re-imagining Justice and Safety in Light of George Floyd's Murder, Part II
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25:01In today’s episode, Ken and Rob continue their conversation with Peter and Liz Digitale Anderson who happen to live a few blocks away from where George Floyd was murdered by a white male police officer in Minneapolis Minnesota. As community peacebuilders, Liz and Peter decided to journey with their neighbors towards healing and justice in light of …
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S3 E2 Peter & Liz Digitale Anderson - Re-imagining Justice and Safety in Light of George Floyd's Murder, Part I
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24:53In today’s conversation, Rob and Ken are joined by Peter and Liz Digitale Anderson who happen to live a few blocks away from where George Floyd was murdered by a white male police officer in Minneapolis Minnesota. Within days the protests spread all over the world as Floyd’s murder inspired a global reckoning with racism. As community peacebuilders…
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Throughout Season 3 of Rumors of Doing Good, Rob and Ken will be taking time to answer a few questions from listeners they have received over the last few years. In today’s conversation, Ken and Rob will be taking time to answer the question of how their childhood experiences have influenced who they are and what they are passionate about today. It…
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S2 E12 Josh Hawk - Partnering with the City To House Folks without Homes
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31:24In today's final conversation of season two of Rumors of Doing Good podcast, Ken & Rob are joined by Josh Hawk who helps lead St. Johns Church in Portland Oregon which was born when two local churches merged together when they realized they were better together than apart. With limited resources, they made a decision to partner with the city of Por…
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