Tangential Inspiration

Episode 214: The Man Who Composed the Soundtrack to America

Welcome to Episode 214 of the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. We will take a short break over the holidays and be back with new inspirational stories. This week we have three great stories for you. First we will talk about a book that is your guide to finding joy, then we talk about the incredible life of composer Irving Berlin, and finally, a story about ways animal shelters are finding forever homes for their animals. This episode is full of inspiration, you can just kind of roll around in it.
 
 
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Episode 213: Shaquille O’Neal: The Kindness Giant

This is Episode 213 of the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. This episode is all about kindess and we are going to focus on three remarkable people who have something to share about kindness. We start off with world record traveller, Renee Bruns, who travels the world on her own, in a wheelchair. Then we will talk about the legendary Shaquille O'Neal, and not about his prowess on the courts, but his amazing generosity and mission of kindness. Finally, we talk about Frank Shankwitz, one of the founders of the Make-A-Wish program and his mission to bring some joy to gravely ill children. Yes, there may be a few tears in this episode, but I promise you they are worth it. Come have a listen and find your kind.
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Episode 212: Unleashing the Power of the Young

This is Episode 212 of the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. It is filled to the brim with inspiration. We start off with some advice from some famous coaches, that is not just for winning games, but winning in life. Then we talk about some young people who are making a huge difference in the world. Finally, we talk about Minnie Spotted Wolf, the first indigenous woman to join the U.S. Marines. There is something here to inspire everyone. Join us!#BeKind#WeStandWithUkraineWe would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at tangentialinspiration@gmail.com.Follow us on our social media:Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspirationTwitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 211: Hope in a Hopeless Place

This episode is full of inspiration and encouragement to let that little light of yours shine. We have a furniture maker in India who has taught more than 10,000 people to swim, some young people in the slums of Kenya who are finding ways to bring hope to themselves and others, and a World War II spy, who risked her life to bring the Allies valuable information that was used to help plan D-Day. There is definitely something that will inspire you in this episode.#BeKind#WeStandWithUkraineWe would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at tangentialinspiration@gmail.com.Follow us on our social media:Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspirationTwitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 210: Nelson Mandela - The Power of Leaving Hate Behind

Welcome to Episode 210 of the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. There is a truckload of inspiration in this episode. First we talk about some amazing ways people are recycling old fishing nets and turning them into products we can use everyday. Then we talk about Nelson Mandela, an activist that spent 27 years in prison, before becoming President of South Africa and a symbol of peace to the world. We finish off this episode talking about the importance immigration has played in America. There is a lot here to digest and it will fuel your inspiration.#BeKind#WeStandWithUkraineWe would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at tangentialinspiration@gmail.com.Follow us on our social media:Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspirationTwitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 209: Lessons of Hope From Stray Dogs

Welcome to Episode 209! Lots of inspiration lurking about this episode. The kind response to the SNAP crisis, young girls building confidence on a mountain bike, and a man who's mission is to save the dogs of Thailand. Have a listen, you will walk away inspired.#BeKind#WeStandWithUkraineWe would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at tangentialinspiration@gmail.com.Follow us on our social media:Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspirationTwitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 208: Jon Cena Never Gives Up on Giving to Others

Welcome to Episode 208 of the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. Sorry for the delay, but Teresa has been recovering from surgery. During her down time she has read lots of books that will show up in future episodes. This episode is bursting with inspiration. Teresa starts off with a book called Not That Wheel, Jesus that talks about regaining faith after being betrayed by your church. Then Teresa talks about John Cena and his amazing humanitarian efforts, particularly his incredible participation in the Make A Wish program. Finally, we talk about two philanthropists who have made life changing donations to minority college students. There is so much light in this episode, come join us.#BeKind#WeStandWithUkraineWe would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at tangentialinspiration@gmail.com.Follow us on our social media:Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspirationTwitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 207: Small Doses of Powerful Inspiration

We just got back from our annual trip to a National Park, so we are doing another fast and furious episode of short inspirational stories this week while we catch up. We have a teen fighting for the survival of orangutans, some of the first female park rangers, the rebirth of the Tuskegee air program, and a project that helps keeps kids in hospitals connected with their friends and family. Come get inspired!#BeKind#WeStandWithUkraineWe would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at tangentialinspiration@gmail.com.Follow us on our social media:Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspirationTwitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 206: Colleges and Universities- The Cutting Edge of Medical Technology

Welcome to Episode 206 of the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. It has been a difficult week here in the United States, so the perfect time for inspiration. Let inspiration act as a beacon of light in the darkness, and let hope overcome fear. We have three great stories for you. First, there is a woman who is making a huge difference in the lives of the homeless people in her area, then there is a story about how important it is to support colleges and universities as they make huge advances in medical science, and finally, a story about a former rugby player who continues to ascend to greater heights following a devastating injury. There is something for everyone in this episode, let's get inspired!#BeKind#WeStandWithUkraineWe would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at tangentialinspiration@gmail.com.Follow us on our social media:Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspirationTwitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 205: Fast and Furious - More Inspiration Coming Fast

Another fast and furious inspiration episode. Instead of our usual two shorts and a long, we have four shorts for you that will be sure to inspire. First there are some heartwarming stories about dogs. Who doesn't love a good dog story? Then there is a story about young people in Montana using the courts to ensure that their rights to a livable world are protected. We have a story about the power of meals and how it can form a sense of community, and finally, the story of how one woman, who was struck with a horrific illness is making the best of her life and is thriving! This is a quick episode, but it packs a powerful punch of inspiration.#BeKind#WeStandWithUkraineWe would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at tangentialinspiration@gmail.com.Follow us on our social media:Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspirationTwitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.