Tangential Inspiration
Just a mom looking for inspiration anywhere I can find it. My journey will cover people, groups and even animals that inspire me by making the world a better place. My search for inspiration often includes a number of tangents, but always focuses on finding goodness and kindness. Everyone can use some inspiration, come join us.
Episodes

Mar 23, 2026
Mar 23, 2026
46 min
Episode 223 is full of inspiration. We have a young woman feeding thousands of school kids in Africa, several incredible civilian heroes of Ukraine, and a double amputee triathlete who is a champion on and off the course. There is something here that will inspire everyone. Have a listen and get a heavy dose of inspiration.
#BeKind #WeStandWithUkraine We 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: Website: tangential-inspiration.com Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1 Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

Mar 16, 2026
Mar 16, 2026
39 min
Welcome to Episode 222. So much inspiration in this episode, plus otters! Who doesn't love an otter. We also have the hilarious Holderness Family, and the tragic but inspiring story of Viola Liuzzo. Its tough out there, come find a moment of peace and inspiration to recharge your batteries.
#BeKind #WeStandWithUkraine We 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: Website: tangential-inspiration.com Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1 Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

Mar 9, 2026
Mar 9, 2026
43 min
So much inspiration is contained in this podcast. We have a marine biologist who is helping people understand the importance of sharks, four incredible Paralympian athletes from the 2026 Winter Games, and a landfill that is helping solve food scarcity in a truly unique way. There is a lot to cover, so come have a listen!
#BeKind #WeStandWithUkraine We 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: Website: tangential-inspiration.com Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1 Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

Feb 16, 2026
Feb 16, 2026
31 min
Welcome to Episode 220 of the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. We have three stories that are sure to help fill you with inspiration. Teresa talks about a jungle guardian in Equador who is on a mission to save endangered plants. Then there is the story of Pauli Murray, a brilliant legal mind who worked behind the scenes to fight racism and sexism. And finally, there is the heartwarming story of Pim, who is on her way to selling the most Girl Scout cookies in history, and she is only 6 years old. Come and refresh your soul, with a quick dip into our pool of inspiration.
#BeKind #WeStandWithUkraine We 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: Website: tangential-inspiration.com Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1 Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

Feb 9, 2026
Feb 9, 2026
39 min
Welcome to Episode 219 of the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. We celebrate Black History Month with our story about the quiet educator, Septima Poinsette Clark, who helped power the Civil Rights Movement. We also share the story of 5 Time Olympian, Elena Meyers Taylor, who is a hero on and off the bobsled track, and Teresa shares the stories behind two books you do not want to miss, The Many Lives of Mama Love and The Sun Does Shine. Take a little time to relax and refill your inspirational reserves.
#BlackHistoryMonth
#BeKind #WeStandWithUkraine We 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: Website: tangential-inspiration.com Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1 Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

Feb 2, 2026
Feb 2, 2026
30 min
Welcome to Episode 218! This episode is dripping with some serious girl powered inspiration. We have a young woman who is changing how mental health cared for and viewed in Laos. Then there is Lina AbiRafeh who has a different and powerful approach to feminism. And to finish up, Teresa talks about two women who recently died, but left a powerful legacy behind. So much inspiration to be found in this episode, come have a listen!
#GirlPower
#BeKind #WeStandWithUkraine We 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: Website: tangential-inspiration.com Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1 Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

Jan 26, 2026
Jan 26, 2026
34 min
Welcome to Episode 217! There is a lot of inspiration paced into 35 minutes. We have a family that made a radical lifestyle change to help others. There is the story about one of the most important Civil Rights activists you probably never heard of, and then there is the story about a woman from Mexico who is using the tradition of her people to win ultra marathons around the world. Come have a listen.
#BeKind #WeStandWithUkraine We 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: Website: tangential-inspiration.com Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1 Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

Jan 19, 2026
Jan 19, 2026
31 min
Here we are with Episode 216 of the Tangential Inspiration Podcast. There is so much inspiration in this episode. Teresa tells a few quick stories from her home state of Oregon, talks about an incredible new book written by Malala Yousafzai, tells the story of the courageous helicopter pilot and hero Hugh Thompson, Jr., and finally talks about two young brothers who are making a difference for the planet. Its a great day to find a sunny spot near a window and fill your soul with inspiration.
#BeKind #WeStandWithUkraine We 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: Website: tangential-inspiration.com Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1 Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

Jan 12, 2026
Jan 12, 2026
27 min
Welcome to Episode 215, our first episode in 2026. Happy New Year to our longtime and new listeners alike. This episode is full of inspiration to kick of 2026. We have the amazing story of how St. Jude Children's Research Hospital was founded; the incredible story of American astronaut and Senator, Mark Kelly; some monks who are trying to send a message by walking cross country; and finally, a book about living your life without regrets. Our cup overfloweth with inspiration.
#BeKind #WeStandWithUkraine We 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: Website: tangential-inspiration.com Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1 Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek

Dec 24, 2025
Dec 24, 2025
27 min
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.
#BeKind #WeStandWithUkraine We 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: Website: tangential-inspiration.com Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1 Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek







