Volunteering in political campaigns provides a unique learning experience in civic processes. Kevin Wall discusses how engaging with diverse viewpoints enhances understanding and builds essential skills like communication and leadership. The key takeaway is that campaign volunteering fosters personal growth and active citizenship, encouraging deeper involvement in democracy.

Kevin Wall Worcester MA | Campaign Volunteering: A Firsthand Civic Lesson

In this episode, James interviews two Year 12 students on their work experience placement at Phase at the end of the summer term. Both Vicky and Dylan have volunteered on the Phase GROW and Step Up programmes this year. 

Listen to find out why they got involved, what challenges they've faced and how they've grown through their experience as young leaders. 

This episode is perfect for any young person considering a volunteering role or taking on new responsibilities or challenges. We hope it leaves you feeling inspired! 

Teen Talk: Lessons from Young Leaders (Ep27)

Witnessing the deadly impact of the Russian attacks on Ukraine had a profound impact on Simon Doyle. Last year, the Coffs Harbour principal flew to southeastern Ukraine to volunteer with Hopefull, a UK mobile charity serving pizzas to civilians displaced by the ongoing war.  Simon spoke to Newsworthy's Ebony Casagrande about what he saw, the Ukrainians’ sense of community and their ongoing fight to maintain their language and cultural identity. 

Serving up pizza and support: Simon Doyle on volunteering in Ukraine

Use promo code 09POD to save 30% on Disciplining Democracy:
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For over a decade, David Busch has worked as an educator and program administrator in both academic and public settings. He now teaches at Cuyahoga Community College (Cleveland, Ohio), where he directs a summer humanities program.

We spoke to David about why the conventional wisdom that universities are hotbeds of political transformation is in fact wrong, why universities actually discourage political activism in favor of volunteering and service learning, and some promising new models for promoting engaged citizenship that could better serve students, universities, and our democracy as well.


1869, Ep. 173 with David Busch, author of Disciplining Democracy

This interview first aired on Friday the 3rd of October, 2025  on ONE FM 98.5 Shepparton.

One FM announcer John Painter interviews Lolene James from GV Health's Extended Care Auxiliary about their upcoming charity fashion parade.

If you would like to get involved go to http://rotarymooroopna.com.au/ or the Rotary Mooroopna Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/rotarymrp.  

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Lolene James from GV Health's Extended Care Auxiliary about their upcoming fashion parade

Don't miss our catchy "Volunteering With Kindness Song" that reminds kids to spread kindness through volunteerism. Get ready for a fun and educational adventure in spreading kindness and making the world a better place, one small act at a time!

Volunteerism with Kindness Song - SunBeam Buddies

Bob Griffith explores the essential role of volunteers in church communities. He emphasizes the importance of aligning volunteer roles with individual talents and fostering a culture of appreciation and communication. The episode highlights practical steps for churches to engage and empower their volunteers effectively.

Pastor Bob Griffith, Virginia | Empowering Church Volunteers

The East Cork Songwriting Group is a beautiful community of creatives and musicians who meet regularly in Cobh, Co Cork. 
Founded by Eavan O'Leary and Yvonne Redmond, the group is a safe, supportive, collaborative  place.
Check them out on Instagram and Facebook....better again, join them.
Thanks folks for making me welcome.
Cobh Library is warm and cosy and looks out to Cork harbour.  Where the bells of the cathedral softly bounce their chimes off the cosy walls.  Cobh Library isn't  just a cozy gateway to learning,  it  is the  archway to songs,  stories and community.

EAST CORK SONGWRITING GROUP

Heart2Heart — “The Value of Wrinkles: Meaning, Presence, and Intergenerational Connection” (with Isabel Tom)
Recorded February 12, 2026 • Airs February 16, 2026 • 40–45 minutes

What if we stopped treating aging like a problem to solve—and started honoring it as a story to receive?

In this episode of Heart2Heart, I’m joined by Isabel Tom, author of The Value of Wrinkles: A Young Perspective on How Loving the Old Will Change Your Life and creator of the Grandkid Investigator Kit (a practical, joy-filled tool that helps spark real conversations between kids and grandparents). Together, we talk about the quiet power of presence, the courage it takes to truly listen, and the ways our culture subtly teaches older adults they are “in the way”—and how we can push back with love, attention, and authentic connection.

We explore:

>The story behind The Value of Wrinkles and what the title really means
>Why “good care” starts with the right attitude and heart
>How listening transforms both the person being heard and the person doing the listening
>Reframing older adults as whole people with depth—past, present, and future
>Why presence matters more than productivity in volunteering and care communities
>How the Grandkid Investigator Kit translates beautifully to companion volunteering

About our guest: Isabel Tom is a mom, wife, daughter, and retired granddaughter. She grew up in a multigenerational household and helped care for her grandparents, “Mama” and “Yeye,” who lived to 98 and 102. Isabel has worked professionally in senior living and hospice care and holds a Master of Public Health from the University of Maryland. She has been featured on ABC 7’s Good Morning Washington and on podcasts including Building Relationships with Dr. Gary Chapman and AARP’s Take on Today.

Learn more about Isabel’s work: https://valueofwrinkles.com

Learn more about NALTCV and Companion Volunteer training: https://naltcv.org

One hour, one visit, one heart—can truly change a life.

The Value of Wrinkles: Meaning, Presence, and Intergenerational Connection with Isabel Tom

Do you want to have a positive impact in your neighborhood? Listen to the story of Victoria Scholz, who helps people get more included in the society by walking her dog Riva with them.

Reha e.v. offers a wide range of services in the areas of disability assistance, psychosocial services, and child and youth welfare. In addition, reha e.v. is the sole shareholder of a workshop for people with disabilities, operates a training center, and runs special-purpose enterprises. It currently employs around 300 people at more than 30 locations in Berlin and Brandenburg.

Links: 
Die Reha e.v. https://diereha.de/
Freiwilligenagentur Pankow https://www.ehrenamt-pankow.berlin/
Mitte https://freiwilligenagentur-mitte.de/
Marzahn-Hellersdorf https://aller-ehren-wert.de/
Steglitz-Zehlendorf https://freiwilligenagentur.info/
https://landesfreiwilligenagentur.berlin/
https://oskar.berlin/
https://nez-neukoelln.de/
https://www.die-freiwilligenagentur.de/wordpress/



Stick Together: die reha e.v. // 21.02.2026

Join Miss Sunshine and her colorful cast of animated friends on an exciting journey through the magical world of SunBeam Buddies! As they embark on captivating adventures, young viewers ages 2-4 will delight in discovering fundamental learning concepts taught by industry experts. Every episode is a captivating blend of fun and education, sparking curiosity and imagination in every child.

Kevin Wall is a Worcester-based professional with experience in education, civic programming, youth development, and nonprofit community outreach.

Dr Robert Griffith, also known as Pastor Bob Griffith, is a Virginia professor, author of Fostering Jesus, and minister who equips churches, supports foster care work, and teaches leadership.

One FM Community Radio Station airs a range of programs, including  "Ethnic Programs"  (in languages other than English), specialist interview programs such as "Shepplife" and health programs (So Much More)which are podcast here.  We also podcast a range of local sports programs as part of our Super Saturday Sports Show.  
Goulburn Valley Community Radio Station  Inc. (One FM 98.5) podcast site operates under APRA AMCOS (Australasian Performing Rights Association and Australasian Mechanical Copyright Owners Society) and ACMA (Australian Communications Media Authority) Licence Number  1385226/1.

The programs are recorded and first aired at One FM 98.5 Community Radio Station in Shepparton (Victoria, AUSTRALIA), and produced with the assistance of the Community Broadcasting Foundation or the National Ethnic and Multicultural Broadcasters' Council.

All intro and outro music for So Much More podcasts are taken from Beneplacito Boogaloo composed by Terry Barbossa and Matt Holland.

Podcast series from Cornell University Press. Changing the world one book at a time.

Preparing young people for the complexity of teenage life. Growing young people’s resilience and mental wellbeing.

The National Association of Long-Term Care Volunteers (NALTCV) is a not-for-profit organization that provides training for people who volunteer in a long-term care community. In addition, the NALTCV will seek out and promote resources and programs that support the people living in long-term care communities.

Many long-term care communities do not have the staff or resources to train the people that are volunteering in their community. The NALTCV will work to develop and make widely available a training package for people wanting to volunteer using input provided by professionals working in the field of long-term care.

In addition to providing training for volunteers, the NALTCV will develop and make available resources for the people managing volunteers in their communities, including recruiting materials, webinars, and in-person classes.

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