May 15, 2022 •
Wow- it’s already May. Just going to jump right in- some truly inspiring stuff happening here. Teresa starts off with an amazing tale of survival that ends up a love story. Then Teresa deep dives into the incredible and inspiring life of Jane Goodall, known for living with the chimps,…
Here in the States, we just celebrated Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. This amazing civil rights leader is well-known around the world. What is not as well known is the story of Coretta Scott King, MLK’s wife. This woman is so inspiring and played a huge role in Martin Luther King’s success and the civil…
Read MoreThree great stories for you this week! First, the story of Nancy Russell and her amazing efforts to preserve the scenic Columbia Gorge, then a deep dive on Bono, the singer for the band U2, and his amazing work fighting for impoverished people throughout the world, and third, a story of how a school in…
Read MoreHappy New Year and welcome to the first episode of Tangential Inspiration for 2023. We start off talking about New Years’ Resolutions and how we can impact others with our resolutions. Then Teresa does a deep dive on the book An Invisible Thread by Laura Schroff- it is an amazing story you will want to hear…
Read MoreHappy Holidays to everyone. While we celebrate Christmas, there are 14 religious holidays in the month of December, Christian, Catholic, Buddhist, Jewish, Islamic, Wiccan, and others. So we wish you the best for you and yours in whatever manner is right for you! Come join us as Amy and Teresa discuss holiday memories, holiday favorites,…
Read MoreThis is our favorite time of year, coming up on the Holidays! We have the gift of inspiration to share. Amy starts off with the story of a gym owner in the U.K. who is using his time to train people with disabilities and the elderly in order to give them a better quality of…
Read MoreBrrrr. Beautiful Fall leaves, cold crisp air, and sunlit azure skies. Rain is right around the corner, but today is a magnificent day. And just as we can bask in a beautiful Fall day to prepare for the darkness of Winter, we can take in some inspiration to insulate us from some of the darkness…
Read MoreHalloween is over. Let the non-stop Mariah Carey All I Want for Christmas begin! We have some stories to inspire this week! Amy talks about an incredible teacher that literally goes to great lengths to help her students afford college. Teresa dives into Inky Johnson, whose promising football career was cut short by a freak accident, and…
Read MoreFall has hit hard this week in Oregon. We went from 80-degree days to cold and wet in the blink of an eye. Perfect soup weather. Time to serve up a steaming hot bowl of inspiration. Amy talks about the kindness and compassion of Martha’s Vineyard towards the Venezuelan migrants caught up in some political…
Read MoreFall has hit hard this week in Oregon. We went from 80-degree days to cold and wet in the blink of an eye. Perfect soup weather. Time to serve up a steaming hot bowl of inspiration. Amy talks about the kindness and compassion of Martha’s Vineyard towards the Venezuelan migrants caught up in some political…
Read MoreWe have some great stories for you this week. Teresa starts off with a story about GiveBackBox.com, a great way to donate to charities using boxes and free mailing labels. Then Amy shares a touching story about Heather Lende, a woman in a small Alaskan town who shares life lessons learned from writing obituaries and…
Read MoreIt’s October! We are already pulling out the Halloween decorations as the temperature starts to drop and the leaves start to turn their brilliant colors. Morning is the perfect time to take a walk or a run, breathe in the crisp air, and listen to a podcast to get inspired for your week. Amy talks…
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It’s the 100th episode of Tangential Inspiration. This episode does not follow our usual format, but we will be talking about our vision boards, what inspires us, our favorite quotes, and our favorite episodes. We wouldn’t have a podcast without our listeners, so come celebrate with us!
Read MoreIt’s a crazy world we live in and so many things going on right now. Sometimes you need to just slow down, turn off the noise, and focus on yourself. Give yourself a little time to recharge and get inspired to go out and do battle again. Here is some fuel for you this week…
Read MoreStarting to feel a little bit like Fall around here, but we aren’t quite ready to give up Summer yet. Sometimes you have to hold on to something a bit longer. And that is what we try to do each week, find a few stories to hold onto hope, love, and inspiration. It’s what we…
Read MoreSome crazy things going on in the world right now. It is good to take a mental break and find some inspiration. You don’t have to change the world, just leave it better than you found it. Every little bit of hope and love matters. This week, Amy shares the heartwarming story of a young…
Read MoreSummer is winding down here in Oregon. Looking forward to some slightly cooler weather. What isn’t cooling off is the inspiration we are serving up this week. Amy starts us off with how garbage and waste can be used to make useful items and even beautiful art. Teresa takes us on a swim-bike-run adventure with…
Read MoreEveryone has experienced feeling down and getting hit with one more thing. Imagine your whole life being a continuous downward fall, where you see rock bottom as you pass it by going 100 miles per hour. That was Jesse Thistle’s life. How this guy kept surviving is insane! Learn about how it’s never too late…
Read MoreSo like much of the world, we are suffering through a heatwave this week. Every year it is just getting hotter and hotter. Our planet is on fire (in some places literally). We need to muster all the positive energy we can so we must seek out the good and the light. This week, we…
Read MoreSummer is going full blast! Well at least here in the Pacific Northwest, and apparently the UK- weird. Well anyway, it’s hot. But we do have some fantastic inspiring tales this week. Teresa starts off with the story of a father that gave his son a gift that was 10 years in the making, and…
Read MoreThe war in Ukraine still wages on, with countless people dying from the Russian invasion. Whenever we can, we like to highlight the bright spots in this tragic war. We have touched on Chef José Andrés before, but this guy deserves a lot more attention. Amy does a deep dive on this Chef who travels…
Read MoreSo we have something special for you this week- an interview with Amy Lobben, one of the owners of Terra Pacem Winery. Amy with her husband Andrew Marcus opened Terra Pacem Winery to help provide a place for their developmentally disabled son and other people with intellectual disabilities to have a community. Besides making delicious…
Read MoreSo many dark things taking up everyone’s attention. It is too easy to be swallowed up in the darkness, so we must seek the light and the hope. Things can get better and change will come, but we got to make it through to the other side. Here are some stories that will help…
Read MoreOur first 2 part episode! Not only was Jackie Robinson a superstar baseball player and the first Black major league player, but he was also an important civil rights activist. There is just too much inspiration to contain in one episode so we are doing it in two. Amy starts off with a fantastic story…
Read MoreOk- so we did Bob Goff in episode 14, but we find him so inspiring we are doing it again. And this one we are doing it a little differently. We are tag-teaming this episode as we discuss Bob’s latest book Undistracted. This book is all about love and being in the moment with those you…
Read MoreGetting back to our regular schedule after a bout of Covid! Time to bring the inspiration! Amy leads off with a wonderful story about an amazing surfer with Asperger’s Syndrome who is now sharing his love of surfing with young people with the same condition. Teresa follows up with the story of Terry Fox, who…
Read MoreSo we had a slight COVID-induced break, but we will be back on schedule soon. The downtime was just an opportunity to find more and more inspiring people and stories. This week, Teresa starts us off with Kechi Okwuchi, the Nigerian-American singer who made it as a finalist on America’s Got Talent despite having been…
Read More2022 is going by so fast- we are already closing out May! And while there is so much negativity in the news right now- so much pain and death, we need to search for the bright spots. It is too easy to fixate on the bad of this world and miss all the beauty. Here…
Read MoreIt’s not only people who can inspire- our furry friends can be a fabulous source of comfort, companionship, love, and yes, inspiration. We have got some great animal stories in this episode, but first, Teresa kicks it off with two stories about ordinary people doing some extraordinary things to help the people of Ukraine. Then…
Read MoreSpring has sprung. Flowers are in bloom. And lawns are overgrown. But inspiration is also blossoming. Teresa starts off with some quick-hit stories about celebrities who are making a difference for others. Then Teresa deep dives into the remarkable Jane Goodall, famous for living with the chimps, but has done so much more for the…
Read MoreWow- it’s already May. Just going to jump right in- some truly inspiring stuff happening here. Teresa starts off with an amazing tale of survival that ends up a love story. Then Teresa deep dives into the incredible and inspiring life of Jane Goodall, known for living with the chimps, but also a tireless advocate…
Read MoreIt’s already the last week of April- and hopefully, all of the showers we have had will bring lots of flowers next month. We are serving up some incredible stories that will fill you with inspiration. First, Teresa brings you the bitter-sweet story of a man, who despite having ALS that has paralyzed him and…
Read MoreWe are excited to have just hit 50,000 downloads. Thank you to our listeners for all the support! We love our listeners! This week, we have some fantastic stories to share. We start off with the mother of an autistic child who is reaching out to other parents about raising children on the spectrum and…
Read MoreSo we are having a very weird week, with snow in April. Hasn’t happened in Portland since 1934. So, while we huddle in for the Spring sleet and snow, we bring gifts of inspiration. Amy tells about a construction company that not only employs people who need a second chance, they also provide temporary lodging…
Read MoreHappy April! Let’s dive right in because we have some incredible stories this week. Amy tells a story about a community in Detroit that is bringing back its neighborhood on their own using the power of the sun and the strength of its women! You won’t believe how much you don’t know about the incredible…
Read MoreSo this week we have some great stories! We start off with a story that is straight out of a horror story but ends as an incredible tale of forgiveness and giving. Then Amy deep dives on actress Valerie Bertinelli, who struggled with weight over her decades-long career, going from diet to diet, only to…
Read MoreEpisode 73 is a little different than most of our other episodes. In this episode, Teresa interviews Remy Drabkin and John Mead. Remy is the owner of Remy Wines in McMinnville, Oregon, a winery that is on the cutting edge of not only environmental sustainability but also social consciousness. Remy, with the help of John…
Read MoreWith the horrors of war going on in Ukraine, everyone can use some inspiration and a little bit of hope. In the dark, light shines brighter. Teresa starts off with two great companies that are using different means to help keep homeless people warm. Then Amy does a deep dive on Shirley Ann Jackson, an…
Read MoreThis past week has been brutal with all the news coming in from Ukraine. But this is the time we need to find the light in the dark, foster hope, and share our hearts. Teresa starts with a story of an amazing project that is helping keep waste out of landfills and helping our homeless…
Read MoreMarch is here! And we have another batch of inspirational stories to feed your soul. First, a dad creates Autcraft for his autistic son to create a safe space for children with autism to play Minecraft. Then Teresa talks about comedian and Daily Show Host, Trevor Noah’s, difficult childhood in South Africa and how…
Read MoreStill Black History Month and so we are going to start off with the history-making Olympic athletes: speedskater Erin Jackson and barrier-breaking Debi Thomas. Then Teresa dives into runner and filmmaker, Alexi Pappas, and her lessons on the importance of mental health. Amy wraps it up with skier Lindsey Vonn and actress Goldie Hawn who…
Read MoreIt’s already the middle of February 2022! Pandemic time is flying by while seemingly standing still. Days are getting a little longer, even seeing some buds starting on some trees meaning Spring is just around the corner. In this episode, Teresa talks about two different ways people are tackling waste in our communities, Amy talks…
Read MoreFebruary is Black History Month and we are going to share some amazing and inspiring stories to celebrate! Teresa starts off with the story of Bessie Coleman, the first female black pilot and a pioneer in flight. Then she brings you Ida B. Wells, virtually a force of nature, she brought much-needed attention to…
Read MoreOk- we have been away for a couple of weeks. Some technical issues on top of Covid has put us a bit behind, but we have so many inspiring stories to get out so we will be playing catch-up. One of the unfortunate sides of Covid is that we are doing the podcast remotely, so…
Read MoreInspiration is in the air. Amy gives us some quick updates on some of the subjects of prior episodes. Teresa then goes through the life and passions of the Amazing Betty White, who we lost just a few days ago. Everyone loves Betty White, and you will love her and be inspired by her even…
Read MoreOk. Just to be upfront, this episode includes puppies in bowties. PUPPIES IN BOWTIES! How can you get more adorable than that? By having a young man sew them to help get pets in shelters adopted. Our main story is not quite so light, dealing with overcoming the damaging effects of so-called “gay conversion…
Read MoreOur first podcast of 2022! We are so excited for what the New Year brings! So much inspiration to be found. Amy starts off with a fun new cookbook that does not require you to be a great chef to make yummy meals. It encourages the exploration of food with family. Then Amy talks about…
Read MoreWow- the last week of 2021! Where has the year gone? We are finishing 2021 with a bang- three great inspiration stories. Teresa starts us off with Verônica Silva Hipólito, the amazing para-athlete who has overcome so many challenges but never gives up. Her story is simply amazing! Then Amy deep dives on the amazing…
Read MoreYay! Our first Christmas episode! The holidays can be filled with so much joy, but they can also be a time people struggle. This episode is all about finding hope in the holidays and a reminder that everyone makes a difference. We start off with Amy talking about The Thirteen Gifts, a story of tragedy that…
Read MoreEpisode 60! This is a great episode- so much inspiration to be found. We start off with a local Portland woman who is helping those in need with scarves for the homeless. Then Denzel Washington inspires with stories of those mentors who made a difference in a young person’s life. Finally, there is a medley…
Read MoreSome really great stories for you on today’s podcasts. Amy starts off with the heartwarming story of a young man who uses his Make-a-Wish wish to bring joy to other sick children. Then there is the story of Mitch Albom of Tuesdays with Morrie fame, and his new book Finding Chika which covers more incredible lessons of love, living,…
Read MoreIt’s already December. The days are rocketing by now and 2022 is just around the corner. This week we get some updates on previous podcasts, and then Amy tells us how a group of women is fighting the effects of climate change in Bangledash. Then we learn about the amazing Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of…
Read MoreTomorrow is Thanksgiving here in the US. A time when we reflect on our lives and express gratitude for what we have. We at Tangential Inspiration are thankful to share our stories with you and hope that along the way you find some inspiration that sparks action, hope, and kindness. This week, we share some…
Read MoreJust one more week until Thanksgiving. November is moving fast! Time to take a moment to slow down, breathe deep, and find some inspiration. This week, Amy starts off with a contest set up by famous documentary filmmaker, Ken Burns, which celebrates hometown pride. Teresa does a deep dive on Green Beret and football play…
Read MoreOk- now it is just dark and wet in the Pacific Northwest. What better time to bundle up inside and get inspired by a podcast. Let’s get the ball rolling with Vanessa Severo, a Brazillian writer, and actress who is telling the amazing tale of Frieda Kahlo, the famed Mexican artist, on the stage. Then…
Read MoreNovember is here. The leaves are almost all down and in the Pacific Northwest, we are getting ready for a few months of wet and cold weather. Halloween is over and Mariah Carey’s All I Want for Christmas is about to start playing non-stop. Where can you find some inspiration as the weather turns all gloomy? Right…
Read MoreJust days out before Halloween, Fall is in full swing and here in the Pacific Northwest, when it’s not dumping rain, the trees are gorgeous! Some great stories for you this week. Amy tells the story of Club Kindness, an organization that is doing amazing things, that grew out from the love of a…
Read MoreThis week we start off with a plethora of inspiring stores- short hits on inspiring people. Then Teresa talks about the unconventional John Pavlovitz who preaches love and hope as superpowers that we can all use to fight the darkness. Amy talks about a couple who opens their homes to dozens of college students to…
Read MoreWe have some fantastic stories for you this week. We start off with a young (and I mean young) lady, Sofie Cruz, who is standing up for keeping immigrant families intact. Amy tells the story of Craig Melvin, a news anchor on the Today Show, and how he has broken the cycle of alcoholism in…
Read MoreOur 50th episode is really great. First, we have the amazing Betty Soskin- the hundred-year-old National Park Ranger who has been dropping historical truth bombs and challenging the politically correct history for years. Then there is the heart-warming story of Atticus, the miniature schnauzer who conquered hundreds of mountains with his owner in the name…
Read MoreWe are closing out September and closing in on episode 50!. This week, we start off with two just amazing stories loosely connected to some amazing food, but directly connected to happy hearts. These bring the warm fuzzies. Then it is all about Momma Smash- the amazing indomitable spirit of Serena Williams. Not only is…
Read MoreFall is definitely in the air in the Pacific Northwest. We have had some much-needed rain and it certainly is cooling off and getting darker earlier. And while we will be missing all that sunshine, we can still find the light. This week, Teresa starts us off with two short stories about young men who…
Read MoreIt’s already the middle of September, where is the time going? Amy brings us some incredible cafes that are doing a lot more than serving coffee- they are serving hope and kindness. Teresa shares some really inspiring stories about John and Cindy McCain and their unique way of navigating life and politics where the focus…
Read MoreSo September is our mental health awareness month, and many of our stories will feature people overcoming mental health issues or raising awareness of this important, but often not talked about issue. We start off with a 3rd-grade teacher who has incorporated singing as a way to increase math test performance and journaling to help…
Read MoreWe have a few Olympic hold-overs, starting off with the Special Olympics Athletes finally getting the same financial rewards as Olympic Athletes for medaling and the heart-warming s story of Polish Olympian, Maria Andrejczyk. This one may make you cry a few happy tears. Amy brings in our theme this month with mental health awareness…
Read MoreAs we move into September, we are going to do a few stories on mental health and mental health awareness. Mental health is a huge issue worldwide and more needs to be done to help those who are suffering as well as more intervention to help prevent mental illness and eliminate the stigma of mental…
Read MoreThe Olympics may be over, but August is still our Olympics month, and there is still some inspiration to be squeezed out of the Games. Teresa starts off with the compelling story of the world’s fastest blind man and his amazing running partner. Then Teresa introduces us to a teenage refugee who risked her life…
Read MoreSo the Olympics have come to a close. We were definitely inspired by so many of the Olympic stories, both past and present. This episode is CRAMMED with inspiring athletes. First, though, Teresa tells the tale of Grandma Gatewood, who in her mid-sixties, hiked the 2,050 mile Appalachian Trail on her own, and followed it…
Read MoreThe Olympics are still going strong, and so is our passion to inspire! Amy brings us two short stories- Dinner in White and a 96-year-old nurse who just retired after caring for who knows how many thousands of patients. Teresa sticks with our Olympic Theme with former Olympic Gold Medalist, Scott Hamilton, who is still…
Read MoreThe Olympics are still going strong and so is the inspiration. Teresa starts of with Anthill Creations, a non-profit making playgrounds out of upcycled materials in the poorest parts of India. Next up is a deep dive on Eunice Kennedy Shriver, who despite many family tragedies, focused on improving the lives of special needs individuals…
Read MoreWe are still focused on the Summer Olympic Games, scheduled to start on July 23, 2021, in Tokyo, Japan. First, Amy starts off with some hometown heroes in Portland, Oregon who are making a difference in their community by helping others. Then Amy shares the amazing story of Ibtihaj Muhammad, a US Olympic fencer who…
Read MoreAmy and Teresa have Olympic Fever this week. As we approach the 2001 Summer Olympics, we look towards current and past athletes for some inspiration. At the starting block is the My Hero Project, which highlights extraordinary people making a difference. Lapping the competition is the inspiring story of Black Olympian and the first woman…
Read MoreDespite the heatwave hitting the Pacific Northwest right now, this episode is a bit damp. We start off with Amy telling us about surfers getting together to help bring clean water to the world. Then there is a deep dive on Scott Harrison, a nightclub promoter who turned his talents to bringing water to Africa. …
Read MoreDespite the heatwave hitting the Pacific Northwest right now, this episode is a bit damp. We start off with Amy telling us about surfers getting together to help bring clean water to the world. Then there is a deep dive on Scott Harrison, a nightclub promoter who turned his talents to bringing water to Africa. …
Read MoreWhat a great week! Amy tells us about Arielle Estoria, spokeswoman, model and poet. You need to see this woman rhyme. Teresa talks about Team Hoyt, an inspiring story of a dad’s love for his son, and their amazing race career. Teresa also talks about former president, George W. Bush’s amazing book of portraits and…
Read MoreJune is full swing- everything is blooming, a bit more sun, and school is finishing up. Father’s Day is this month so we are celebrating Father’s for the month of June. Amy starts off with the website www.allprodad.com which is helping give fathers more ways to connect with their kids. Also in this episode, Teresa…
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In Episode 33, Amy talks about making Laura Bush’s Cowboy Cookies with her daughter. We were lucky enough to get to try these yummy cookies. You can taste why Laura Bush’s cookies finally dethroned Hilary Clinton’s chocolate chip cookies as the best First Lady bake-off recipe. Oats, coconut, pecans – this cookie has it all….
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Photo: Muhammad Ali and Michael J. Fox testified before a Senate Committee about the importance of funding to combat Parkinson’s Disease. What a great week for inspiration! Amy deep dives on the unstoppable Michael J. Fox, who stays optimistic despite his fight against Parkinson’s Disease. Teresa talks about “Jeff’s Camp” which will help get homeless…
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Our first interview episode! And its with the owner of Peacebunny Island, Caleb Smith, who Amy first discussed in Episode 17. For those not familiar, Peacebunny Island is an actual island, where Caleb Smith raises bunnies to be used for birthday parties, schools, old folks’ homes, and even as comfort animals following tragedies like school…
Read MoreClosing out May and just in time for Memorial Day, Teresa deep dives on comedian and former Daily Show Host, Jon Stewart, and his fight for health care for the heroes of 9/11. He of course is supported by Tracey Stewart, his wife, and an amazing animal activist on her own. Additionally, Teresa covers an…
Read MoreMarch is National Women’s Month, so this the first episode focusing on inspiring stories about amazing women, not that Claudette, Amanda and Kamala aren’t amazing women in their own right (See Episodes 1, 2 and 4). Here’s what we cover this week: Amy brings us the Mask Tree Lady who is surprising people with handmade…
Read MoreEpisode 30! Can’t believe we are already here. Inspiration abounds! Amy does a deep dive on Chef Erin French, who despite some pretty major setbacks, she fought to get her son and her restaurant back only to become a world-renowned dinner destination that gets so many reservation requests, she has to hold a lottery. Then…
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May is still Mother’s Month here at Tangential Inspiration. We are focusing on moms who do amazing things- and few moms rock more than Alecia Moore, better known as Pink! Teresa does her deep dive on this musical powerhouse as she is a mother and a role model for her kids. Amy also covers a…
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During May we are celebrating awesome moms who are making a difference in the world, not just for their kids, but for everyone. A lot of people know the image of Princess Diana, but not the substance of her compassionate, giving heart. Amy discusses how Diana the mother, passed those qualities down to her sons,…
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All month during the month of May, we are going to focus on stories of moms that have done spectacular things or have made great impacts on our world. This week, Teresa does a deep dive on Irena Sendler. Never heard of her? Well, you need to change that. This remarkable mom saved 2,500 infants…
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On this past Mother’s Day, we held our first of what we hope to be many, Tangential Inspiration Food Drive. Since single mothers are particularly hit hard by food scarcity, we thought Mother’s Day would be an appropriate day. We got donations from a number of people and we wanted to thank all those who…
Read MoreHappy Mother’s Day! We hope that you have a wonderful Mother’s Day. We know for some of you it is a hard day- and we would love to hear from you about your mothers too. This week’s episode is of course mother centered. But first, Amy talks about some little tidbit stories highlighting how so…
Read MoreMay is about Mothers and Mother’s Day! We will be focusing on amazing mothers with inspiring stories. Starting off this week, it’s Teresa with Malahi Abidi’s fun and vivid art that celebrates women who are trendsetters, visionaries, activists, and trailblazers. Amy does an overview of the incredible and inspiring life of former First Lady, Laura…
Read MoreSo this is our longest episode yet, but that is because it is full of great stories of inspiration. It’s Earth Month, so we will be continuing to focus on stories related to helping our planet. First off, is Edgar McGreggor, who single-handedly has cleaned a 192-acre park. Then Amy tells the fascinating story of…
Read MoreFor Mother’s Day, we thought we would help our community by organizing a food drive to support our local area. Why on Mother’s Day you might ask? Good question. But there is a good answer, too. Food insecurity is a major problem throughout the world and in the U.S. Food insecurity is a lack of…
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So last Friday, inspired by Greta Thunberg (see Episode 17), we held our first of what may be many Friday for the Future protests outside the downtown library (that was the location, we weren’t protesting the library). We held signs, waved at cars, and generally enjoyed each other’s company. Below we have some pictures and…
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This week Teresa and Amy talk about a 70-year-old rower who traveled 3,000 miles to help people with Alzheimer’s, Cristina Zenato who reaches into the mouths of wild sharks to help them out (plus lots of shark facts), and two companies that are helping the environment while making cool and fashionable products. Plus Teresa and…
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So this isn’t a story on our podcast, mainly because it requires some visuals to really appreciate the heroics of the situation. Originally, I saw the video related to Mayur Shelke risking his own life to rescue a six-year-old boy who had fallen off a railroad platform and onto the tracks in front of an…
Read MoreEpisode 6 is the source of one of our new favorite sayings about having a huge windshield (looking forward) and a tiny rearview mirror (looking back). Your focus should be on where you are going, but you should remember where you have been. Here is what we covered in Episode 6: Amy talks about the…
Read MoreA police dog that consoles victims of tragedy, a man who lovingly wrestled crocodiles, and a bunch of angry moms taking on air pollution- what more could you want? Amy kicks off with Officer Clarence, a St. Bernard, police K9 who comforts people after tragedy strikes. Teresa dives deep into the croc-infested waters that gave…
Read MoreThis week Amy tells us about Brad Paisley and Kimberly Williams start a free grocery store and foodservice feeding thousands each month. Then Amy tells the incredible story of scientist and nature writer Rachel Carson whose writings help lead to modern chemical and environmental regulations. And finally, Teresa talks about the dangers of plastic waste…
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Tangential Inspiration is planning its own neighborhood food drive in Beaverton, Oregon for Mother’s Day 2021. In setting up this food drive we have done some research on what food banks actually want and need. We all remember from school canned food drives, that people like to give garbanzo beans, corn, and string beans. Not…
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April is Earth Month and we are still celebrating with inspirational stories of people making an impact on our planet. Our first story is about a persuasive grade-schooler who is going to get pockets for young girls. Amy does a deep dive on Emily Penn, who besides being a totally girl-power explorer, is a true…
Read MoreWe are celebrating April as Earth Month on Tangential Inspiration. In this episode, we announce the launch of our website, TangentialInspiration.com, Amy tells us about a teen on a mission to rid the ocean of an unexpected pollutant- golf balls; Teresa does her deep dive on Wangari Maathai, an African woman who has taught generations of…
Read MoreIt’s February and Black History Month on Tangential Inspiration. Here’s what’s in Episode 5: Do you ever wonder what baked goods have to do with the Civil Rights Movement? Well, wonder no longer, as Amy tells the tale of how pie sales helped fund the Civil Rights Movement, particularly raising money to help with the…
Read MoreIts our fourth episode, and we are starting to get things together. We have our audio issues sorted out. Still a bit nervous, but so excited to talk about Kamala Harris, and frankly a lot about Kamala Harris’ mom. Here’s what’s in the show: The sweet story of Michael Gardner, a single dad who sews…
Read MoreThis show was done in February of 2021, during Black History Month. No Black History Month can be complete without discussing the civil rights powerhouse, John Lewis. We had to cover Senator Lewis and his many accomplishments. We are still “finding our sound” in this one, but the heart of John Lewis will inspire you….
Read MoreThis one is still a bit rough. It’s Episode 2, and we are still having audio issues and are really nervous. However, Amanda Gorman is AMAZING! You really need to hear about this awesome young woman. Here is what we covered in this episode: The remarkable story behind Bernie Sander’s Inauguration Mittens. 00:27 The amazingly…
Read MoreOur first episode, and it shows. We were very nervous. Neither of us had ever done a podcast, let alone much public speaking. The audio is a bit wonky on this, our nerves are showing, but we get better over time. Thankfully we have gotten better. Its still worth a listen. In this show, we…
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Our Inspiration Links page is up and running. Take a look at links featured in our podcasts to find some fantastic organizations and ways to help others. It’s a great way to learn about how you can get involved with some great causes or donate as a powerful and important way to impact change. Maybe…
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April is Earth Month, where we turn our focus on stories about people and groups helping the natural world. Whether it is cleaning up garbage, planting a forest, or highlighting the danger of climate change, we will be featuring planet earth heroes. Everybody can do their part. Get educated, get a plan, and get out…
Read MoreThis week we are taking a look at not only a story about one man’s struggle against plastic garbage in India and figuring out what the heck “plogging” is, but we are focusing on kindness.Our deep dive is about Leon Logothetis and his trip around the world relying only on the kindness of strangers, and…
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Welcome to April, Earth Month. This month we are focusing on inspiring stories of people and organizations that help nature and our environment or put focus on the critical issues that impact our planet. Big and small- everyone can do something. This week our main story is the Swedish firecracker that is Greta Thunberg, a…
Read MoreAs we close out March, National Women’s Month, we cover the musical phenomenon, Lady Gaga, and her mission to spread kindness and acceptance for those with mental illness. Also, we take a quick look at a mom who is trying to remove the stigma associated with mental illnesses through theater and a millionaire who is…
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This week we dive into Eleanor Roosevelt, an amazing First Lady and just an overall feisty and intelligent woman. There are also the inspirational stories of Sister Jean, the 101 year-old Basketball Nun and Wesley Hamilton, who is Disabled, But Not Really. These people are guaranteed to inspire you, or your money back.
Read MoreInspiration abounds! In this episode, Amy and Teresa talk about a group in Oregon building shelters for the homeless; Bob and Maria Goff’s incredible passions, love, and whimsy; and stories of how food can make such a huge impact for those in need.
Read MoreWe are still in our celebration of National Women’s Month and we have some great stories about women who have overcome barriers to do amazing things in normally male-dominated arenas. There is Kim Ng, the first woman to be the general manager for a Major League Baseball team. Next, there is a plethora of stories…
Read MoreOkay, we are still on National Women’s Month. This week we are teaming up some amazing women and we have a bunch of animals thrown in as well. Teresa and Amy discuss an Elephant woman, the fierce female Black Mamba rangers of Africa, the first female NFL referee, and as a bonus, the story of…
Read MoreIt’s still March and we are still celebrating amazing women doing great things in the world. Our inspiring stories this week are awesome Pandemic Volunteers, the crusading philanthropist Melinda Gates, and the compelling story of the founder of Breaking Cycles.
Read MoreWe are so excited about National Women’s Month. This week, we have some hopeful stories about kids providing help and hope in the time of COVID-19, the shining light that is Dolly Parton (even if you don’t like country music, you will love her), and the World Reader organization, spreading reading all over the world.
Read MoreContinuing our National Women’s Month Theme, Teresa and Amy talk about DoSomething.org which gets kids involved in helping others and the earth, the amazing Kelly Clarkson charitable generosity, and Mariah Taylor an 81 year-old dynamo.
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National Woman’s Month continues with inspiring women doing amazing things. Teresa and Amy start off with the Birthday Cake Lady spreading joy, professional surfer and all-around badass Bethany Hamilton, and the Beautifully Flawed Liv Stone.
Read MoreMarch is National Women’s Month and we are kicking it off with three inspiring ladies. Amy and Teresa will start off with the Mask Tree Lady, followed by the amazing story of paratriathlete Melissa Stockwell, and the ambitious Keah Brown.
Read MoreAmy and Teresa continue to dig for stories that provide hope and inspiration. This week it is the notOK app, fitness trainer Shaun T., and Bikers Against Child Abuse.
Read MoreThis week our inspiring stories are about Civil Rights Pies, celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson, and a KFC Guardian Angel.
Read MoreFebruary has been Black History Month, full of inspiring Black role models and inspiring stories. This week we have a Sewing Dad, the first woman to become Vice President, and a Breast Cancer Box that may help thousands detect breast cancer early.
Read MoreAnother episode celebrating Black History Month! This week, Amy and Teresa talk about the F.E.A.R. running group, civil rights icon John Lewis, and Black Equestrians.
Read MoreContinuing our Black History Month theme, we are discussing Bernie Sander’s Inaugural Mittens, Youth Poet Laureate Amanda Gorman, and illustrator and animator Christian Robison.
Read MoreOur first podcast! And it shows a bit. The sound is a bit wonky and we are very nervous, but still, lots of inspiration to be had. Amy and Teresa discuss a Gamestop Stock Good Samaritan, Claudette Colvin (the inspiration for Rosa Parks), and author Phillip Hoose.
Read MoreLet’s face it, with all that is going on in the world, it is sometimes hard to find something to inspire us. There is such a constant bombardment of negative news, finding the light in all that darkness can be difficult. We created this podcast as our little project to find the light, to find…
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