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Food Resilience in San Diego
This November, as our community navigates important changes to Medi-Cal and CalFresh, we are taking a closer look at how food access truly drives health and wellness! Tune in to our latest episode, hosted by Anthony Avalos and Diane Moss, for a vital conversation on building healthier, more resilient communities from the ground up.
In this episode, Anthony sits down with Sona Desai, Co-Executive Director at the San Diego Food System Alliance and leader of the Local Food Economy Lab. With over 25 years of experience fighting for sustainable, equitable food systems, Sona shares powerful insights on supporting small-scale black and brown farmers, defining the Good Food District, and leveraging the power off placemaking to achieve true food sovereignty in food-insecure neighborhoods.
Interested in how assistance programs affect local food economies? This is a must-listen episode! Discover how community-led placemaking are transforming our region, one meal at a time!
Click the link to explore the Good Food District today!
This November, as our community navigates important changes to Medi-Cal and CalFresh, we are taking a closer look at how food access truly drives health and wellness! Tune in to our latest episode, hosted by Anthony Avalos and Diane Moss, for a vital conversation on building healthier, more resilient communities from the ground up.
In this episode, Anthony sits down with Sona Desai, Co-Executive Director at the San Diego Food System Alliance and leader of the Local Food Economy Lab. With over 25 years of experience fighting for sustainable, equitable food systems, Sona shares powerful insights on supporting small-scale black and brown farmers, defining the Good Food District, and leveraging the power off placemaking to achieve true food sovereignty in food-insecure neighborhoods.
Interested in how assistance programs affect local food economies? This is a must-listen episode! Discover how community-led placemaking are transforming our region, one meal at a time!
Click the link to explore the Good Food District today!
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Behavioral Health and Homelessness in San Diego
From Homelessness to Homeownership, a beautiful story that shows strength and resilience!
Check out this month's podcast, Homelessness in San Diego, featuring father-son duo Tracy and Caleb. Tracy previously shared his experience with homelessness, living in his car, and struggling with PTSD. After facing the challenges that came with his mental health and housing instability, Tracy entered Interfaith's Recuperative Care Program and began taking steps toward rebuilding his life.
Now, in this new episode, Tracy and Caleb are back with incredible news: they bought a house together! Once a milestone that felt out of reach, in this episode, Tracy reflects on his journey through homelessness, the impact PTSD had on his life, and the support that helped him move forward.
Click the link to listen to Tracy's story and hear how his journey has taken him from living in his car to becoming a homeowner!
From Homelessness to Homeownership, a beautiful story that shows strength and resilience!
Check out this month's podcast, Homelessness in San Diego, featuring father-son duo Tracy and Caleb. Tracy previously shared his experience with homelessness, living in his car, and struggling with PTSD. After facing the challenges that came with his mental health and housing instability, Tracy entered Interfaith's Recuperative Care Program and began taking steps toward rebuilding his life.
Now, in this new episode, Tracy and Caleb are back with incredible news: they bought a house together! Once a milestone that felt out of reach, in this episode, Tracy reflects on his journey through homelessness, the impact PTSD had on his life, and the support that helped him move forward.
Click the link to listen to Tracy's story and hear how his journey has taken him from living in his car to becoming a homeowner!
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Healthy Aging & Exercise!
The month of September recognizes healthy aging!
Check out this 15-minute podcast from the Parkinson's Association of San Diego, PASD Microcast #99 – Dr. Anna Halbeisen.
In this episode, the host is joined by Dr. Halbeisen, a triple board-certified doctor in emergency medicine, sports medicine, and neuromusculoskeletal medicine. Listen to learn about how movement and exercise is incredibly important, specifically for those with Parkinson's disease.
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PASD Microcast #99 – Dr. Anna… - Parkinson's Association of San Diego Podcast - Apple Podcasts
The month of September recognizes healthy aging!
Check out this 15-minute podcast from the Parkinson's Association of San Diego, PASD Microcast #99 – Dr. Anna Halbeisen.
In this episode, the host is joined by Dr. Halbeisen, a triple board-certified doctor in emergency medicine, sports medicine, and neuromusculoskeletal medicine. Listen to learn about how movement and exercise is incredibly important, specifically for those with Parkinson's disease.
Click the link below to listen and join the conversation by letting us know what you think!
PASD Microcast #99 – Dr. Anna… - Parkinson's Association of San Diego Podcast - Apple Podcasts
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Support Groups for Caregivers Navigating Grief
August 30th is National Grief Awareness day!
In a 53-minute podcast episode from the Experiences in Caregiving show by the Alzheimer's Association, support groups are the topic of conversation. Learn about why support groups are necessary for caregivers, their benefits, and realistic personal experiences.
Listen to the All About Support Groups episode to hear an insightful discussion form Susan, a facilitator at the Alzheimer's Association San Diego chapter, and other caregivers who have first-hand experience utilizing support groups.
Click the link below to listen and join the conversation by letting us know what you think! ⬇️🔊
All About Support Groups - Experiences in Caregiving - Apple Podcasts
August 30th is National Grief Awareness day!
In a 53-minute podcast episode from the Experiences in Caregiving show by the Alzheimer's Association, support groups are the topic of conversation. Learn about why support groups are necessary for caregivers, their benefits, and realistic personal experiences.
Listen to the All About Support Groups episode to hear an insightful discussion form Susan, a facilitator at the Alzheimer's Association San Diego chapter, and other caregivers who have first-hand experience utilizing support groups.
Click the link below to listen and join the conversation by letting us know what you think! ⬇️🔊
All About Support Groups - Experiences in Caregiving - Apple Podcasts
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Making Nature Accessible
Happy National Parks and Recreation month! 🌲🏞️
Check out this 28-minute podcast from Nature Unplugged, focusing on How to Get More Green Time and cultivating consciousness while in the digital age.
In this episode, podcast hosts and Executive Directors of Nature Unplugged, Sebastian Slovin and Sonya Mohamed, discuss the benefits of nature and resources about how to enjoy the outdoors more often. Accessibility is important in making time for nature, so listen to this podcast to gain some tips for incorporating more of it into your life!
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Episode 049: How to Get More G… - Nature Unplugged Podcast - Apple Podcasts
Happy National Parks and Recreation month! 🌲🏞️
Check out this 28-minute podcast from Nature Unplugged, focusing on How to Get More Green Time and cultivating consciousness while in the digital age.
In this episode, podcast hosts and Executive Directors of Nature Unplugged, Sebastian Slovin and Sonya Mohamed, discuss the benefits of nature and resources about how to enjoy the outdoors more often. Accessibility is important in making time for nature, so listen to this podcast to gain some tips for incorporating more of it into your life!
Click the link below to listen and join the conversation by letting us know what you think! ⬇️🔊
Episode 049: How to Get More G… - Nature Unplugged Podcast - Apple Podcasts
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Brain Health and Aging
It's Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month!
Take a few moments to listen to this podcast from the Southern Caregiver Resource Center (SCRC), featuring Jocelyn Protopappas, Manager of Special Projects at SDSU’s Center for Excellence in Aging & Longevity (CEAL).
In the 21-minute episode, Jocelyn Protopappas joins Martha Ranñón and Roberto Velasquez to discuss important elements of aging, including inclusive city planning, caregiver empowerment, and social connection.
Click the link below to listen to receive insight, resources, and education about aging. ⬇️🔊
Redefining Aging: What does aging mean in our community?
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It's Alzheimer's and Brain Awareness Month!
Take a few moments to listen to this podcast from the Southern Caregiver Resource Center (SCRC), featuring Jocelyn Protopappas, Manager of Special Projects at SDSU’s Center for Excellence in Aging & Longevity (CEAL).
In the 21-minute episode, Jocelyn Protopappas joins Martha Ranñón and Roberto Velasquez to discuss important elements of aging, including inclusive city planning, caregiver empowerment, and social connection.
Click the link below to listen to receive insight, resources, and education about aging. ⬇️🔊
Redefining Aging: What does aging mean in our community?
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Mental Health Stigma and Advocacy
Happy Mental Health Month! 🧠
Check out this 31-minute podcast from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), featuring their CEO and podcast host, Daniel H. Gilson Jr., in conversation with Carnie Wilson, a founding member of Wilson Philips.
Wilson shares her personal journey with mental health growing up and delves into the advocacy work that she does today. She is especially passionate about reducing stigma surrounding the effects of tardive dyskinesia (TD).
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Happy Mental Health Month! 🧠
Check out this 31-minute podcast from the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), featuring their CEO and podcast host, Daniel H. Gilson Jr., in conversation with Carnie Wilson, a founding member of Wilson Philips.
Wilson shares her personal journey with mental health growing up and delves into the advocacy work that she does today. She is especially passionate about reducing stigma surrounding the effects of tardive dyskinesia (TD).
Click the link below to listen and let us know what you think! ⬇️🔊
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Climate Connection and Public Health Resilience
Happy Public Health Week! 🌍
Tune into this insightful podcast episode from the San Diego State University School of Public Health featuring Darbi Berry, Director of the San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative Nonprofit and Professor at San Diego State University.
In this 43-minute conversation, Darbi Berry explores how social structures intersect with climate change and environmental vulnerability. She focuses on the importance of community, as well as ways that we can adapt to both climate and public health challenges by using an "equity first" approach.
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If I Could Change One Thing: D… - If I Could Change One Thing - Apple Podcasts
Happy Public Health Week! 🌍
Tune into this insightful podcast episode from the San Diego State University School of Public Health featuring Darbi Berry, Director of the San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative Nonprofit and Professor at San Diego State University.
In this 43-minute conversation, Darbi Berry explores how social structures intersect with climate change and environmental vulnerability. She focuses on the importance of community, as well as ways that we can adapt to both climate and public health challenges by using an "equity first" approach.
Click the link below to listen and let us know what you think! ⬇️
If I Could Change One Thing: D… - If I Could Change One Thing - Apple Podcasts
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Feeding San Diego Works to Battle Food Insecurity
March is National Nutrition Month! 🥕🍎
Listen to this 22-minute podcast from The Coast News Group partnering with Feeding San Diego to learn about food insecurity within neighborhoods of San Diego and how the organization is redistributing food into said areas.
Mark Loretta is a former MLB player and now one of Feeding San Diego's board members. In this podcast episode, he discusses the mission of Feeding San Diego and the ways in which they are working to achieve a hunger-free San Diego. Not only are they a food bank, but a distributor that efficiently connects food from partners to consumers. Loretta explains the misconception of affluence in areas of San Diego and why Feeding San Diego's services are needed in the County.
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Feeding San Diego: An Interview with Mark Loretta by The Coast News Podcasts
Let us know what you think!March is National Nutrition Month! 🥕🍎
Listen to this 22-minute podcast from The Coast News Group partnering with Feeding San Diego to learn about food insecurity within neighborhoods of San Diego and how the organization is redistributing food into said areas.
Mark Loretta is a former MLB player and now one of Feeding San Diego's board members. In this podcast episode, he discusses the mission of Feeding San Diego and the ways in which they are working to achieve a hunger-free San Diego. Not only are they a food bank, but a distributor that efficiently connects food from partners to consumers. Loretta explains the misconception of affluence in areas of San Diego and why Feeding San Diego's services are needed in the County.
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Feeding San Diego: An Interview with Mark Loretta by The Coast News Podcasts
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Damar Hamlin- From a Survivor to an Advocate
The podcast episode 'At the Heart of it' with Nancy Brown features "Damar Hamlin- From being a survivor to Advocate". It focuses on damar Hamlin's remarkable journey after a life-threatening cardiac arrest on the football field.
Hamlin talks about how his heart stopped during a Monday Night Football game, how he survived due to the fast action by medical assistant, and the ways in which his experience changed him personally and professionally.
Damar himself is using his own platforms to raise awareness to people about heart health, the importance of CPR and cardiovascular prevention.
This is a 20 min video, let us know what you think!
Question: After hearing Damar Hamlin’s story of survival and advocacy, what’s one takeaway that inspired you the most—and how do you think we can all play a role in promoting heart health and CPR awareness?
The podcast episode 'At the Heart of it' with Nancy Brown features "Damar Hamlin- From being a survivor to Advocate". It focuses on damar Hamlin's remarkable journey after a life-threatening cardiac arrest on the football field.
Hamlin talks about how his heart stopped during a Monday Night Football game, how he survived due to the fast action by medical assistant, and the ways in which his experience changed him personally and professionally.
Damar himself is using his own platforms to raise awareness to people about heart health, the importance of CPR and cardiovascular prevention.
This is a 20 min video, let us know what you think!
Question: After hearing Damar Hamlin’s story of survival and advocacy, what’s one takeaway that inspired you the most—and how do you think we can all play a role in promoting heart health and CPR awareness?
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