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Acts of Impact
Welcome to Acts of Impact, the show where we discuss those who are making a positive difference in the world around us. Season 2 is live now, and is all about Historical Impact! Tune in now to hear about those who made a difference during crucial moments in history. Learn more at http://www.actsofimpact.com
Episodes
44 episodes
Paws On Ground Zero: The Rescue Dogs Of 9/11
On September 11th, 2001, a group of Al Qaeda terrorists hijack four passenger airplanes and carry out suicide attacks against major U. S. targets, including the World Trade Center in New York City. What followed was one of the largest search-an...
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Always Ready: The U.S. Coast Guard Rescue of the FCA Alaska Ranger
When the Alaska Ranger sent a distress call to Communications Station Kodiak in the early hours of March 23, 2008, it set in motion a daring and dangerous rescue mission. Amidst daunting sea and wind conditions, the Coast Guard Cutter Mun...
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Ignaz Semmelweis, Savior of Mothers
On today's episode, we'll explore the story of Dr. Ignaz Semmelweis, an obstetrician from the 19th century who discovered the importance of hand-washing for preventing Childbed Fever and started a campaign to change the behavior of the en...
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Jesus Garcia and the Train of Dynamite
On today's episode, we'll explore the incredible story of Jesus Garcia, a Mexican Railroad Engineer credited with saving the entire town of Nacozari, Sonora in 1907 when he sacrificed himself to drive a train of dynamite away from the town befo...
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Swansea Jack and the North Dock Rescues
On today's episode, we'll explore the incredible story of Swansea Jack, a Welsh rescuer credited with saving the lives of 27 people and 2 dogs from the North Docks of Swansea in the 1930s. For this episode, I had the privilege of i...
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Jack Foley and the Sound of Cinema
On today's episode, we'll explore the incredible story of Jack Foley, a film-maker whose inventive style of creating sound effects for movies revolutionized Hollywood. We'll discuss the unique history of how sound effects came to t...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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21:07
Alice Harris and the King of the Congo
On today's episode, we'll explore the incredible story of Alice Harris, a Victorian missionary whose chilling photographs and relentless advocacy work took down the king of the Congo, King Leopold II. For this episode, I had the pr...
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Episode 3
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Irena Sendler and the Children of the Warsaw Holocaust
On today's episode, we'll explore the incredible story of Irena Sendler, the Polish social worker who risked everything to save 2,500 Jewish children during the Holocaust. She worked with secret organizations, rose to the top of the Gestapo's m...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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1:24:29
Harold Lowe and the Sinking of RMS Titanic
This year, 2023, marks the 25th Anniversary of one of the most awarded movies of all time, James Cameron's 'Titanic'. On today's episode, we'll explore the life and legacy of Titanic survivor and Fifth Officer Harold Lowe, and the positive impa...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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Stories of Impact - Elaina Garcia And The Great Mermaid Rescue
On today's episode, we dive into a unique story involving the rescue of a struggling scuba diver by three... mermaids? Along the way, we’ll learn all about the world of professional mermaiding with our guest, Elaina Marie Garcia. Elaina is owne...
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Episode 35
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23:36
Stories of Impact - Dave Jordan and the Case of The Missing Police Medal
On today's episode, we dive into a unique story involving a retired police officer, a magnet fisherman, and a missing retirement medal. Along the way, we'll learn about magnet fishing and the importance of improving the environment around us.&n...
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Episode 34
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How 'Unbound' Empowers Those Living in Poverty By Connecting Them With Direct Financial Sponsors
Today we interview Tara Hefner. Tara is Market Development Director for Unbound, a non-profit organization that partners with families living in poverty, providing direct cash sponsorship and special funding programs. We’ll talk about the benef...
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Episode 33
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39:20
How 'Wolf Park' Supports the Research, Education, and Conservation of Wolves
Today we interview Karah Rawlings. Karah is the Executive Director of Wolf Park, a non-profit organization dedicated to the research, education, and conservation of wolves. We’ll learn about the value wolves provide to our environment, discuss ...
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Episode 32
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32:20
How 'Project Safe' Works to End Domestic Violence Through Intervention, Education, and Support
Today we interview Joan Prittie. Joan is Executive Director of Project Safe, a non-profit organization that is working to end domestic violence. Project Safe believes that everyone deserves to be safe in their homes and in their relationships, ...
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Episode 31
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38:32
How 'Silent No Longer Tennessee' Empowers Survivors of Sexual Violence Through Creative Expression
Today we interview Greta McClain. Greta is Executive Director of Silent No Longer Tennessee, a non-profit organization empowering survivors of sexual assault to share their story in creative and powerful ways. We’ll talk about the challe...
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Episode 30
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24:42
How 1,200+ Men’s Sheds Across Australia Provide Social Support, Camaraderie, and Improved Health for Men
Today we interview David Helmers. David is Executive Officer for the Australian Men’s Shed Association, a non-profit organization that supports the men’s shed movement across Australia. We’ll talk about the challenges men face when it comes to ...
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Season 1
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Episode 29
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27:33
How 'EduBall' Uses Soccer to Keep Ugandan Children in School
Today we interview Kenneth Oroma. Ken is an alumnus of the Teach For Uganda Fellowship and co-founder of EduBall, a community-based organization that uses the game of Soccer to improve educational outcomes for children in Uganda. We’ll talk abo...
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Season 1
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Episode 28
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23:03
How Sangyu Xi's New Dyson-Award-Winning Scoliosis Brace Grows With Its Wearer
Today we interview Sangyu Xi. Sangyu is a designer and programmer who has just received a national Dyson award for her design of an adjustable scoliosis brace named Airy. Airy is the first scoliosis brace to grow with the patient, allowin...
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Episode 27
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28:31
How the 'TU/ecomotive' Student Team Created a Car That Cleans The Air While Driving
Today we interview Nikki Okkels. Nikki is an industrial design student of the Eindhoven University of Technology and member of the TU/ecomotive student team, which has just created ZEM, a new car that cleans the air while driving. We’ll talk ab...
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Episode 26
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20:31
How Mike Young And His Volunteer Crews Have Flown Over 8,000 Puppies to Permanent Homes
Today we interview Mike Young. Mike is a dog rescue pilot who has flown over 8000 puppies by private plane from rescues and shelters in the rural south to large urban areas to be put up for adoption. We’ll talk about why these flights are...
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Season 1
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Episode 25
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36:28
How 'Habitot Children's Museum' Helps Parents Raise Creative, Curious, and Confident Children
Today’s guest is Gina Moreland. Gina is Founder and Executive Director for Habitot Children’s Museum, a hands-on discovery museum designed specifically for children under 5 years old. We’ll talk about how parents can connect with their children...
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Episode 24
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34:44
How 'Wonders and Worries' Helps Children Navigate Parental Illness
Today we interview Meredith Cooper. Meredith is the Co-Founder of Wonders and Worries, a non-profit organization dedicated to helping children and families navigate the challenges of parental illness. We’ll talk about what those challenges are,...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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24:11
How 'Population Connection' Advocates Progressive Action to Stabilize the World Population
Today we interview Hannah Evans, Senior Analyst of Population Connection, about stabilizing the world population at a level that can be sustained by Earth’s resources. We’ll talk about the dangers of unchecked population growth, the connection ...
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Episode 22
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29:46
How Tamara Blazquez Uses Photography to Advocate for the Wildlife Of Mexico City
Today, we interview Tamara Blazquez about her work as a wildlife conservation photographer. We’ll discuss the wildlife of Mexico City, the Zoo Crisis, the protection of land (such as the threatened lake areas of Xochimilco), and how Tamara once...
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Episode 21
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35:14
How 'GREY2K USA Worldwide' Is Ending The Cruelty of Greyhound Racing
Today we interview Christine Dorchak, Co-founder and General Counsel for GREY2K USA Worldwide, about their work fighting the cruelty of dog racing. We’ll talk about the dangers of racing for these Greyhounds, its rise and ongoing downfall in th...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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29:51