Be the change. Podcast

Thomas Grimwood

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 07:39:15 +0100

Change comes when you find your wildcats. Thomas Grimwood is the host of Performing Passions and Super Summers, which are both podcasts produced by Be the change. Media Network. In addition to his podcasting, Thomas is a fundraiser for the National Autistic Society.

To get connected with Thomas, find him on Instagram.

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Change Comes Through Challenge

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:40:02 +0100

Change comes through challenge. In (another) solo episode, I reflect on the last six years of Be the change. Podcast and shares a vision for its next six.

After spending the past year immersed in a community of changemakers, social impact leaders, and purpose-driven storytellers, I took some time to ask myself some difficult questions:

What is the purpose of Be the change. Podcast? What about Be the change. Media Network?
What happens when we surround ourselves only with people who share our values?
Am I truly practicing the openness, curiosity, and dialogue that I encourage in others?

Using Tommy Robinson's appearance at The Oxford Union as a catalyst, I explore the dangers of echo chambers, the growing polarization of public discourse, and why meaningful change often requires engaging with ideas that challenge us.

To be clear, this episode is not about defending controversial viewpoints. It is about defending the importance of conversation, critical thinking, and intellectual curiosity.

As Be the change. Podcast enters its seventh year, I announce a new direction for the podcast: creating space for thoughtful, respectful conversations with people whose perspectives differ from my own. Rather than debates, clickbait, or "gotcha" moments, this new era will focus on listening, learning, and understanding across disagreement.

If you've ever changed your mind, held an unpopular opinion, or wondered how we can bridge divides in an increasingly polarized world, this episode is an invitation to you. Come join me on this podcast... I want to hear from you!

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Six Years of Be the change. Podcast

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:58:49 +0100

The first episode of Be the change. Podcast was released on June 2, 2020, and this episode marks six years since that first episode.

I've spent six years asking my guests: "Lots of young people want to make change but might not know where to get started. What is your advice for those people who might be listening?"

So, I devoted this anniversary episode to answering that question myself.

Thank you so much to my family, friends, guests, and listeners because, without all of you, there is no way Be the change. Podcast would still be around six years later. Keep being the change you wish to see in the world!

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Zander Moricz, Kahlil Greene, Anita Okunde, and Michael-Akolade Ayodeji with VoxPop

Fri, 22 May 2026 15:09:16 +0100

This episode features Anita Okunde, Michael-Akolade Ayodeji, Zander Moricz, and Kahlil Greene.

On 14 May 2026, Zander Moricz, founder and executive director of SEE Alliance, and Kahlil Greene, also known as the Gen Z Historian, debated at The Oxford Union, where I recorded a live interview with them.

The debate was sponsored by VoxPop, which is an app that teaches young people about politics, as well as encouraging them to get involved in politics. I also interviewed Anita Okunde and Michael-Akolade Ayodeji, who are the co-founders of the app to learn more about their work.

To learn more about VoxPop, visit: https://www.voxpopco.org/

To get connected with Anita Okunde, find her on Instagram and on LinkedIn.

To get connected with Michael-Akolade Ayodeji, find him on Instagram and on LinkedIn.

To get connected with Zander Moricz, find him on Instagram and on LinkedIn.

To get connected with Kahlil Greene, find him on Instagram and on LinkedIn.

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Dyar Hussain

Fri, 15 May 2026 16:47:02 +0100

Change comes when you incorporate your creativity. Dyar Hussain is YouthTheGap's Director of Education and Knowledge Exchange, as well as the host of Legacies Lost & Found.

Legacies Lost & Found launched on Be the change. Media Network on March 24, 2026, so you can listen now via wherever you get your podcasts.

To get connected with Dyar, find him on Instagram and LinkedIn.

To learn more about YouthTheGap, you can listen to Episode 270 of Be the change. Podcast featuring Kaia-Allen Bevan or visit: https://youththegap.uk.

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Cosima Wiltshire

Wed, 06 May 2026 19:49:46 +0100

Change comes when you vote... again! Cosima Wiltshire is an advocate who is building bridges between youth, tech, and politics to create a digital world for and by young people. She joined me on the podcast ahead of the 2026 UK elections on May 7th, 2026 to reflect on her advocacy journey, share some advice for other changemakers, and most importantly, talk about why it's important to vote!

To get connected with Cosima, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn.

To learn more about Shout Out UK, visit: https://www.shoutoutuk.org.

To learn more about FlippGen, visit: https://www.flippgen.com/.

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Olivia Krawczyk

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 19:05:17 +0100

Change comes when you avoid putting yourself into a box. Olivia Krawczyk is the founder of OneKind Creative, which is an award-winning design studio committed to bridging the gap between graphic design and social impact.

To get connected with Olivia, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn.

To learn more about OneKind Creative, visit: https://www.onekindcreative.co.uk.

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Nika Stastny

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 23:59:14 +0100

Change comes when you see things on the brighter side. Nika Stastny is a biomedical researcher pursuing a PhD in global health, as well as the host of Global Health Talks: On the Brighter Side.

Global Health Talks: On the Brighter Side launched on Be the change. Media Network on April 21, 2026, so you can listen now via wherever you get your podcasts.

To get connected with Nika, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram.

For more updates on Global Health Talks: On the Brighter Side, follow the podcast on Instagram.

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Dany Shibu and Dani Onyewuenyi of Migrant Democracy Project

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:34:57 +0100

Change comes when we vote. Dany Shibu and Dani Onyewuenyi are spokespeople for Migrant Democracy Project, which is an organization that believes in the power of democracy and wants migrants across the UK to be able to leverage their vote for a just immigration system.

The deadline to register is 11:59pm on 20 April 2026, in order to vote in local government elections across the UK, Scottish Parliament elections, Senedd Cymru elections, and mayoral elections in England on 7 May 2026.

To learn more and get involved with Migrant Democracy Project's work, you can visit their website or connect with them on LinkedIn or on Instagram.

To get connected with Dany Shibu, find him on Instagram and on LinkedIn.

To get connected with Dani Onyewuenyi, find her on Instagram and on LinkedIn.

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Emerging Leaders of Anthropy 2026

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 17:31:04 +0100

Change comes when we take up space. This special episode takes you inside Anthropy 2026, a gathering of leaders and organizations working toward a more united future for the United Kingdom.

Recorded live from the Rainforest Biome at the Eden Project in Cornwall, this episode features clips from conversations with Anthropy's Emerging Leaders, who are all between the ages of 18 and 30.

The format may be a little different from the typical Be the change. Podcast episode, but these conversations from Anthropy are powerful, personal, and joyful. Plus, how many podcast episodes have you listened to that were recorded in a rainforest? That right there is enough of a reason to listen!

To learn more about Anthropy and the Emerging Leaders Program, visit their website: https://anthropy.uk/

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World Autism Awareness Day Special

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 16:09:49 +0100

Change comes when we celebrate what makes us unique. Today is World Autism Awareness Day, and this special episode features a conversation with the following members of Be the change. Media Network:

Thomas Grimwood: Host of Performing Passions
Tom Spare: Host of Spare a Thought Podcast and co-host of The Political Dispatch

Throughout this episode, we discuss our thoughts on this year's World Autism Awareness Day theme (Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value), how we can better support people with autism in our lives, and advice for young people who might want to get started with campaigning and making change.

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Rameen and Mahnoor from Daak Chithi

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 23:37:07 +0000

Change comes through creativity and community. Rameen Bajwa and Mahnoor Rehan are part of the team developing Daak Chithi, which is a global youth organization that is bringing back the age-old, golden tradition of letter writing and adding a modern twist.

To get connected with Rameen and Mahnoor, find them on Instagram at @meenanator and @smearedwithcrimson.

To learn more about Daak Chithi, visit: https://daakchithi.org.

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Lilah McKim

Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:12:24 +0000

Change comes when we all play a part. Lilah McKim is an activist, and this episode focuses on her climate activism.

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International Women's Day Special

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 19:05:39 +0000

Change comes when you pass the mic. Today is International Women's Day, and this special episode features a conversation with the following members of Be the change. Media Network:

Zarin Khan: Host of This Stays Between Us
Keyari Page: Host of Shadow and Light
Nika Stastny who is developing a podcast on Be the change. Media Network
Natasha Pavey: Host of The Imperfect Activist
Thomas Grimwood: Host of Performing Passions
Tom Spare: Host of Spare a Thought Podcast and co-host of The Political Dispatch
Eden Byrne: Host of Sports for All

Throughout this episode, we discuss our experiences as women in male-dominated fields, our advice for young women, our advice for men about how to be more supportive of women in their lives, and more.

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Lauren Bennett and AMPLIFY 2026

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 20:18:34 +0000

Change comes when you dare to deserve. This special episode of Be the change. Podcast features interviews from AMPLIFY 2026, which is the University of Bath's student-led International Women's Month Summit.

To learn more about AMPLIFY, find them on Instagram.

To get connected with Lauren, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn.

To get connected with Kita, find her on LinkedIn.

To get connected with Kirsten, find her on LinkedIn.

To get connected with Antonia, find her on LinkedIn.

To get connected with Tammy, find her on LinkedIn.

To get connected with Ruqia, find her on LinkedIn.

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Jack Walters

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 23:43:58 +0000

Change comes when you try new things and take risks. Jack Walters is the CEO and co-founder of HapWare, which is a company providing people with disabilities more information in social interactions using AI and haptic technology through wearables.

To get connected with Jack, find him on Instagram and LinkedIn.

To learn more about HapWare, visit: https://hapware.com/.

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Arissa Roy

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 10:35:55 +0000

Change comes through collaboration and community. Arissa Roy is the founder and CEO of Project Power Global, which is a non-profit committed to spreading awareness about lack of access to education and to addressing the problem by directly supporting communities in need.

To get connected with Arissa, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn.

To learn more about Project Power Global, visit: https://www.projectpowerglobal.org/.

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Le'Shaé Woodstock

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 17:44:02 +0000

Change comes when you believe in your sense of what’s right and what’s wrong. Le'Shaé Woodstock is a registered midwife and an activist dedicated to reducing maternal health inequalities and advocating for workers’ rights.

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Lucy Grimshaw

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 23:51:15 +0000

Change comes when you understand that your voice counts. Lucy Grimshaw is a Case Manager at the Fathers & Families Support Center in St. Louis, Missouri. She is also a Fulbright alumni, who earned her MRes in Criminology from the University of Manchester.

To get connected with Lucy, find her on Instagram and LinkedIn.

To read Lucy's Prism article, visit: https://prismreports.org

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Cici Manwa

Wed, 07 Jan 2026 23:03:36 +0000

Change comes when you’re proactive. Cici Manwa is a public speaker and one of the youngest elected councillors in the United Kingdom.

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A Year of Hope, A Future Filled with Community

Thu, 01 Jan 2026 03:10:18 +0000

Change comes through community. As 2025 comes to a close, I'm taking a moment to pause, reflect, and look ahead to 2026.

In this special New Year’s Eve episode, I'm stepping away from my usual interviews with changemakers to record a solo episode reflecting on a year shaped by political uncertainty, personal and professional growth, and an enduring commitment to hope.

In this episode, I reflect on why “hope” was my guiding word for 2025 and how that belief shaped a year of small, intentional actions and meaningful change. Looking ahead to 2026, I explore my new guiding word, “community", as well as my vision for Be the change. Media Network.

This episode is a reminder that, while the work of creating change can feel heavy sometimes, none of us are meant to do it alone.

Click here to listen to "Evergreen Strong: Lessons from Tragedy, Healing Together, and Building a Better Future" with my dad, Chad Mott.

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Puneet Singh Singhal

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 21:32:59 +0000

Change comes when you’re open to sharing your story. Puneet Singh Singhal is working at the intersections of disability, the climate crisis, inhumane urbanization, and mental health.

To get connected with Puneet, find him on Instagram and LinkedIn.

Learn more about Green Disability here: https://linktr.ee/GreenDisability.

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Molly Taylor and Nathaniel King

Wed, 10 Dec 2025 23:12:31 +0000

Change comes when you’re ready to listen and learn. Molly Taylor and Nathaniel King joined me to talk about their experiences as estranged students, following Estranged Students Solidarity Week 2025.

Content warning: This episode features personal experiences of domestic abuse. Listener discretion is advised.

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Simon Klinga

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 22:32:40 +0000

Change comes when you love your work. Simon Klinga is the CEO of LASAR. LASAR is based in the Czech Republic and was founded by a team of high school students to develop advanced laser systems for orbit cleanups and satellite recovery.

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Millicent Wenlock

Wed, 26 Nov 2025 13:40:56 +0000

Change comes when you’re willing to listen. Millicent Wenlock is an advocate for social justice, sustainability, and inclusivity. Millicent is also an estranged and care-experienced young person, so she joined me for Estranged Students Solidarity Week to discuss her experiences and her advocacy.

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Beata Jonite

Thu, 20 Nov 2025 00:19:18 +0000

Change comes from being on the right side of history. Beata Jonite is a policy expert on gender-based violence and human trafficking, who is based in Latvia.

Beata has been heavily involved in organizing protests, following a recent vote by Latvian Members of Parliament to withdraw from the Istanbul Convention. Despite Latvian Members of Parliament voting 56 to 32 to leave the treaty, Latvia did not withdraw from the Istanbul Convention, which is aimed at protecting women from violence, including domestic abuse.

This episode was recorded on November 12th, 2025.

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Kaz ChuFoon

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 15:12:07 +0000

Change comes when you cause a little bit of mischief. Kaz ChuFoon is a youth voice activist and a Member of UK Youth Parliament for Essex, as well as being involved with FlippGen, Bite Back, the Epping Forest Youth Council, the Jack Petchey Foundation, and other organizations.

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Kaia Allen-Bevan

Wed, 05 Nov 2025 23:31:34 +0000

Change comes when you recognize that your dream was placed in your heart for a reason. Kaia Allen-Bevan is a racial justice advocate, public speaker, the founder and director of YouthTheGap, and a director at Edge of Difference.

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To learn more about YouthTheGap, visit: https://youththegap.uk

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Lewis Swire

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 13:06:30 +0000

Change comes when you take a chance. Lewis Swire is an award-winning social entrepreneur and the founder of Reel It In, which is a youth-led campaign committed to raising awareness about social media addiction and fighting for ethical tech legislation.

To get connected with Lewis, find him on LinkedIn and Instagram.

To learn more about Reel It In, visit: https://www.reelitin.uk/

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Ricky Yao

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 22:41:30 +0100

Change comes when you take action and take action fast. Ricky Yao is a content creator, who is passionate about turning ambitious Gen Z individuals into confident and resilient leaders.

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Paddy Crump is Back

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 23:59:15 +0100

Change comes when you put yourself out there. Paddy Crump is a mental health campaigner, as well as the host of Now We're Really Talking on Be the change. Media Network. Now We're Really Talking launched on Be the change. Media Network on October 6, 2025, so you can listen now via our website.

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Giuliano Sarubbi

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 22:02:15 +0100

Change comes when you embrace your uniqueness. Giuliano Sarubbi is a youth leader from Paraguay, who is currently making change in Taiwan.

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Jodie Bailey-Ho

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 23:37:43 +0100

Change comes when you say "yes" before you’re ready. Jodie Bailey-Ho is a climate justice campaigner, who is based in the UK.

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Evergreen Strong: Lessons from Tragedy, Healing Together, and Building a Better Future

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 12:30:32 +0100

On September 10th, a shooting took place at Evergreen High School in Evergreen, Colorado. Two students were injured, and countless other students, teachers, and community members were left shaken by an event that has become tragically familiar across the United States.

In this episode of Be the change. Podcast, I sit down with my dad, Chad Mott, who has taught at Evergreen High School for 21 years. Together, we reflect on what happened that day, the history and causes of school shootings and political violence in America, and explore the changes we need to keep schools safe and protect future generations.

This conversation is about more than the events in Evergreen on September 10th, 2025; it’s about a national crisis. With more than 100 incidents of gunfire on school grounds already in 2025, we explore how we got here, what families, schools, and communities can do to protect young people, and what policies and cultural shifts are urgently needed to prevent further tragedies.

Above all, this episode is about community, empathy, and the power of education to make change.

Resources to Learn, Support, and Take Action:

Resilience 1220: Offering one-on-one counseling, community drop-in listening circles and public presentations.
Colorado Healing Fund: Donate to support the victims and the needs of the Evergreen community.
Everytown for Gun Safety: America’s largest gun violence prevention organization, advocating for stronger laws and community-based solutions.
Sandy Hook Promise: Trains students and adults to recognize warning signs and intervene to prevent gun violence before it happens.
Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence: Works to enact and enforce gun laws and promotes awareness to end gun violence.
March For Our Lives: A youth-led movement pushing for legislative action and cultural change to reduce gun violence.
Giffords: Fighting to end gun violence through policy, education, and community engagement.

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Eduarda Zoghbi

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 21:01:22 +0100

Change comes when you turn your feelings of loneliness into a community. Eduarda Zoghbi is a climate and energy specialist, as well as the founder of MPower Brasil.

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Ashleigh Streeter-Jones

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 23:59:07 +0100

Change comes when you're married to the problem, not the solution. Ashleigh Streeter-Jones is an activist, founder, speaker, writer, and advisor, who is working to close gender inequality gaps locally, nationally and internationally.

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Zarin Khan

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:24:23 +0100

Change comes when you hold onto that voice that says “you can do it.” Zarin Khan is the host of This Stays Between Us, which she describes as “more than just a podcast. A mic for the girls at the back.”

This Stays Between Us launched on Be the change. Media Network on August 15, 2025, and you can listen now via our website.

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Amanda Amaeshi

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 23:42:06 +0100

Change comes when you take advantage of opportunities. Amanda Amaeshi is an award-winning activist, campaigner, and writer, specializing in gender equality, anti-racism, and youth voice and political participation.

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Ging Chen Sow

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 20:13:37 +0100

Change comes when you balance your “one for you, one for me” ratio. Ging Chen Sow is a production designer and art director, and we discussed his role as the production designer for the short film, Obligatory.

Set during the oppressive military rule in Greece in the early 1970s, Obligatory follows a young prison guard, who is tasked with executing his former college professor. You can watch Obligatory now on Youtube and follow the film on Instagram for more information.

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Paddy Crump

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 23:37:20 +0100

Change comes when we’re brave. Paddy Crump is a mental health campaigner from the United Kingdom who is working with a variety of organizations, including YoungMinds and The Hero Project, to make change.

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Sandra Martyna Rowińska

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 15:56:51 +0100

Change comes when we do it ourselves. Sandra Martyna Rowińska is the host of Formula Amateur, which is your podcasting destination to learn everything you need to know about Formula 1 racing from another amateur. Formula Amateur launched on Be the change. Media Network on January 25, 2025, so you can listen now via our website.

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Keyari Page

Wed, 09 Jul 2025 22:40:15 +0100

Change comes when we ask the question: is it really historic or are we just repeating? Keyari Page is the host of Shadow and Light, which offers a historic podcast experience taking listeners on a poetic journey, time-traveling to reclaim forgotten narratives. Shadow and Light launched on Be the change. Media Network on July 4, 2025, so you can listen now via our website.

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Muminah Koleoso

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 23:41:08 +0100

Change comes when you make use of the resources that you have. Muminah Koleoso is the host of Sister Station, which is a podcast that amplifies the voices, stories, and lived experiences of Black and Muslim women, and women of colour. Sister Station launched on Be the change. Media Network on June 22, 2025, so you can listen now via our website.

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Saskia Coomber

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 21:03:12 +0100

Change comes when you see what you can do. Saskia Coomber is the host of The B Side, a podcast which takes an honest look at the UK music industry. The B Side launched on Be the change. Media Network on June 17, 2025, so you can listen now via our website.

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Lubelihle Audrey Mazithulela is Back

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 22:58:43 +0100

Change comes when you write something down, and you share the vision with others. Lubelihle Audrey Mazithulela is the founding president of Girl Up Bulawayo, a mental health advocate, and the host of the Beyond #10 October podcast.

Beyond #10 October launched on Be the change. Media Network on May 28, 2025, so check out the podcast and listen now via our website.

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Five Years of Be the change. Podcast

Wed, 04 Jun 2025 23:59:39 +0100

Change comes when you pass the mic. The first episode of Be the change. Podcast was released on June 2, 2020, and this episode marks five years since that first episode.

Thank you to everyone who has listened to, supported, and/or been a guest on Be the change. Podcast over the last five years. This podcast wouldn't be possible without you!

Also, thank you to Troy, Skylar, Eden, Saskia, and Tom for joining me for this episode! Click on their names to check out their podcasts on the Be the change. Media Network website.

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Skylar Jackenthal

Wed, 28 May 2025 23:44:13 +0100

Change comes when you positively impact one person’s life. Skylar Jackenthal is a co-founder of Live Like Sam and the host of the Good Grief: Life After Loss podcast.

Good Grief launched on Be the change. Media Network on May 15, 2025, so check out the podcast and listen now via our website.

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Lucy Brodure

Wed, 14 May 2025 23:09:45 +0100

Change comes when you’re a troublemaker (in a positive way). Lucy Brodure is a Youth Development Coordinator at UK Youth and a children's rights advocate, who is passionate about youth empowerment and sports for social change. Lucy is also a host of The Imperfect Activist, which launched on Be the change. Media Network on May 9th, 2025.

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Skye Morgan and Tricia Walker

Wed, 07 May 2025 23:17:14 +0100

Change comes when you go for it and when you say it. Skye Morgan and Tricia Walker are the co-hosts of Youth Voice, which is a series launching on The Forgotten Generation Podcast on Be the change. Media Network on May 8th, 2025.

To get connected with Skye, find them on Instagram. To get connected with Tricia, find her on Instagram.

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Natasha Pavey

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:43:46 +0100

Change comes when you find what’s close to your heart. Natasha Pavey is a theater maker, creative producer, climate justice activist, and a host of The Imperfect Activist, which is a podcast launching on Be the change. Media Network on May 9th, 2025.

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Vaish Kash

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 23:13:28 +0100

Change comes when you find your support group. Vaish Kash is the host of The Track Record on Be the change. Media Network, which is a podcast that digs into the music that moves culture, shapes identity, and stirs up conversation.

You can listen to The Track Record now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or other podcasting platforms. You can also watch The Track Record on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hz-xu7LQObg.

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Ishaa Asim

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:55:13 +0100

Change comes when you are ready for the criticisms and compliments. Ishaa Asim is a youth social justice activist who has worked on local, national, and international campaigns.

To get connected with Ishaa, find her on LinkedIn and Instagram. You can also visit her blog: https://www.little-i.org/.

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Chase Hartman

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 23:59:15 +0100

Change comes when you reach out and get connected. Chase Hartman is the founder of Eco Brothers and an award-winning book distribution project called “read.repeat.”

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Naabil Khan

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 22:36:41 +0100

Change comes when you fit into your own box. Naabil Khan is a medical student, an activist, and a campaigner working on addressing health inequalities.

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To learn more about Skin for All, visit: https://skinforall.co.uk/

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Stefano Di Rico

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 20:31:13 +0000

Change comes when you get involved. Stefano Di Rico is a student and mental health campaigner based in the UK.

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To learn more about Ben West's work, find him on LinkedIn and Instagram.

To learn more about Dr Mark Cox's work, find him on LinkedIn and Instagram.

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Reese Wong

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 22:04:22 +0000

Change comes when you become a sponge. Reese Wong is a changemaker, community builder, and public speaker, who is originally from Hong Kong and now lives in London, England.

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Richard Lee-Thai

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 23:35:49 +0000

Change comes when you think about curiosity and contribution. Richard Lee-Thai is a connection expert and the founder of Excuses to Connect.

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Leah Nolan

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 22:10:15 +0000

Change comes when you have the confidence to start. Leah Nolan is a netball coach and an advocate for young people to get more involved in sport and social action.

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Hayley Biley

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 18:20:41 +0000

Change comes when you find your own "Bob from the Estate". Hayley Biley is a board member at Croydon Commitment, a creative changemaker, and an activist who is passionate about creating spaces and experiences that connect people.

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David Seaton

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 22:35:58 +0000

Change comes when you find your helpers. David Seaton is a political activist and podcast host based in the United States.

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Annabelle Woghiren

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 20:00:28 +0000

Change comes when you understand your mode of learning and your mode of action. Annabelle Woghiren is an anti-racism activist, a social justice activist, and a human rights advocate.

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Pratika Katiyar

Wed, 29 Jan 2025 12:22:05 +0000

Change comes when you start small to have a big impact. Pratika Katiyar is an activist and a writer focusing on a variety of issues, including human rights, free speech, and technology policy.

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To read and learn more about Pratika's work, visit her Linktree.

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Jade Barnett

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 20:09:59 +0000

Change comes when you apply for any opportunities that give you a chance. Jade Barnett is a co-founder of Power2Prevail Community CIC, as well as a public speaker, workshop facilitator, and more.

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Shomy Hasan Chowdhury

Wed, 15 Jan 2025 22:36:13 +0000

Change comes when we understand that we are not superhumans. Shomy Hasan Chowdhury is a water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) activist and a co-founder of Awareness 360, which is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering young people across 70+ countries in advancing the UN Global Goals.

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Helen Cooper

Wed, 08 Jan 2025 23:50:20 +0000

Change comes when you keep learning. Helen Cooper is an #iwill Ambassador who is passionate about disability equity.

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EsaBella Anna Karena Strickland

Wed, 01 Jan 2025 23:58:33 +0000

Change comes when you take things day by day. EsaBella Anna Karena Strickland is a multi-award-winning filmmaker, producer, screenwriter, published author, a Ted-Ed Speaker, and more.

To get connected with EsaBella, find her on Instagram (@orabellatheoracle or @esabellakarena) or on LinkedIn.

For more information about EsaBella's book, visit: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/57017289-then-and-there-here-and-where.

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Lánre Adeleye

Wed, 25 Dec 2024 10:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you just start talking about the things that you care about. Lánre Adeleye is, among many other things, a co-founder of The Junior, which is an organization committed to making change in the creative industry.

To get connected with Lánre, find him on Instagram or LinkedIn. For more information about The Junior, visit: https://www.the-junior.com/.

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Millie Nicholson

Wed, 18 Dec 2024 19:41:24 +0000

Change comes when you realize that it’s so much easier than you think it’s going to be. Millie Nicholson, along with her co-host Hannah Whitfield, is the newest member of Be the change. Media Network and the host of "Monday Mornings with Millie" on the (no longer) Legally Detained podcast.

To get connected with Millie, find her on Instagram. Tune in to Monday Mornings with Millie episodes every Monday Be the change. Media Network.

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Hannah Whitfield

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 20:54:31 +0000

Change comes when you love your whole self. Hannah Whitfield is a neurodivergent creative activist and the newest member of Be the change. Media Network.

To get connected with Hannah, find her on Instagram. Tune in to Hannah's podcast episodes every Monday and Thursday on Be the change. Media Network.

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Colin Brown is Back

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 21:54:39 +0000

Change comes when you knock on that first door. Colin Brown is a grassroots organizer with Grassroots Central Mass, and he returned to Be the change. Podcast to share his experience campaigning in elections throughout 2024.

For more information about Grassroots Central Mass, visit: https://grassrootscentralmass.org. To get connected with Colin, find him on Instagram and LinkedIn.

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Benjamin Glover

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 21:21:26 +0000

Change comes when we make use of our time. Benjamin Glover is a member of the UK Youth Parliament for Merton.

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Anna Calvert

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 20:44:06 +0000

Change comes when you go and get it. Anna Calvert is a social activist raising awareness about a variety of issues, including the accessibility of CPR and first aid training.

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Eden Byrne

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 20:41:28 +0000

Change comes when you find balance with the external and internal pressures. Eden Byrne is a youth social activist from Northern Ireland.

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Pelumi Fatayo

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 17:49:49 +0100

Change comes when you advocate for yourself. Pelumi Fatayo is a content creator, podcast host, and #iwill Ambassador.

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Reem Zidiah

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 20:58:49 +0100

Change comes when we take an interest in our fellow human beings. Reem Zidiah is an activist from Gaza who is raising awareness about the conflict that displaced her family from their home in Palestine.

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Tom Spare

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 23:05:27 +0100

Tom Spare is, among other roles, the host of a new podcast on Be the change. Media Network. The first episode of Tom's podcast, Spare a Thought, will be released on October 1st, 2024.

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Reuben Byfield

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 18:26:08 +0100

Change comes when you follow the passions you have with the spare time you have. Reuben Byfield is a youth activist raising awareness about knife crime and the food system in the UK.

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Henry Hughes

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 19:34:31 +0100

Change comes when you understand the power of your own story. Henry Hughes is a Deaflympican, a trustee, and an advocate.

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Troy Njenje-Mbanga

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 19:53:00 +0100

Troy Njenje-Mbanga is a youth activist who is advocating for young people with special educational needs and disabilities. Troy is also the newest member of Be the change. Media Network, and the first episode of his podcast, The Forgotten Generation, will be released on September 5th, 2024.

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Rowan Jones

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 21:31:34 +0100

Change comes when you realize the worst thing they can say is “no”. Rowan Jones is a disability advocate and activist who is raising awareness across the UK.

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Ishaan Shah

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 20:06:41 +0100

Change comes when you make your voice heard. Ishaan Shah is the founding director of Stolen Dreams, a co-founder of the Youth for Freedom Collective, and an advisor to UN Women, the UN Youth Office, the UN Network on Migration, and other entities within the UN. He was also the United Kingdom’s first Youth Delegate to the UN’s Commission on the Status of Women.

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Angel Akpovi

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 20:08:22 +0100

Change comes when you recognize the way you make others feel. Angel Akpovi is Miss Teen Nigeria UK and an activist working with different organizations and groups to make change.

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Lubelihle Audrey Mazithulela

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 23:09:58 +0100

Change comes when you just write something down. Lubelihle Audrey Mazithulela is the club president and founder of Girl Up Bulawayo based in Zimbabwe.

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Noëlla Lidvine

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 23:59:34 +0100

Change comes when you figure out why you’re doing what you’re doing. Noëlla Lidvine is a sexual and reproductive health advocate from Rwanda.

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Elishia Alleyne

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 23:29:52 +0100

Change comes when you realize that every change that you make, no matter how small, is important. Elishia Alleyne is, among many other things, a Youth Advisor for ReachOut2All CIC. ReachOut2All CIC, which is the sponsor of this episode, is a social enterprise that inspires and equips young people with the personal development skills they need to become confident in amplifying their voices.

To get connected with Elishia, find her on LinkedIn. To learn more about ReachOut2All CIC, visit their website: https://reachout2all.co.uk. You can also find ReachOut2All CIC on Instagram, X, Facebook, TikTok, and LinkedIn.

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Celeste Durve

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 20:46:19 +0100

Change comes when you figure it out. Celeste Durve is the owner and founder of VIPER which offers custom staffing solutions for live events, venues & brand marketing.

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Emmaryn Leuzzi

Wed, 03 Jul 2024 23:38:10 +0100

Change comes when you find the middle ground. Emmaryn Leuzzi is a climate advocate and PhD candidate from Ghana.

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Joe Seddon

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 06:04:44 +0100

Change comes when you recognize that there’s no such thing as an overnight success. Joe Seddon is the founder of Zero Gravity which is a technology company supporting students from low-opportunity areas with attending universities and getting started with their careers.

To get connected with Joe, find him on Instagram at @whatjoedid and LinkedIn. To learn more about Zero Gravity, visit: https://www.zerogravity.co.uk/.

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Toini Amutenya

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 18:08:31 +0100

Change comes when you make mistakes and go back to the drawing board. Toini Amutenya is a climate action leader and ambassador from Namibia.

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Henriette Paulus

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 21:28:25 +0100

Change comes when you dream for something and go for it. Henriette Paulus is a medical student and UNESCO 03 Ambassador from Namibia.

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Four Years of Be the change. Podcast

Wed, 05 Jun 2024 16:45:01 +0100

Change starts with community. The first episode of Be the change. Podcast was released on June 2, 2020, and this episode marks four years since that first episode.

This episode features inspiring stories and advice from the following past guests of the podcast: Selin Ozunaldim, Cameron Samuels, Jeeva Senthilnathan, Beth Dennis, Joshua Gabriel Oluwaseyi, Anushka Joshi, Sam Demma, Saoirse Exton, Kylie Montigney, Samuel Rubin, Zandy Wong, María José Pérez Aguirre, Shiva Rajbhandari, Saadia Abubaker, William He, and Shawntel Nieto.

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Mya-Breyana Morton

Wed, 29 May 2024 21:18:20 +0100

Change comes when we work backwards. Mya-Breyana Morton is a director, cinematographer, and a co-founder of The Production Circle.

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Checking In with Stephan Abrams

Fri, 24 May 2024 23:15:52 +0100

Episode 20 of Checking In with Changemakers features Stephan Abrams who is Team ENOUGH's National Chapter Organizer. We talked about Stephan’s work raising awareness about gun violence with Team ENOUGH and the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence, his plans for the future, and his advice for young changemakers!

To get connected with Stephan, find him on Instagram at @stephanabrams. To learn more about Team ENOUGH, visit: https://www.teamenough.org/.

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Conor Warren

Wed, 22 May 2024 20:27:10 +0100

Change comes when we create our ideal world. Conor Warren is the founder and CEO of Spark UK which is mental health organization run by young people for young people.

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On Air with Make Listening Safe Campaign UK

Sat, 18 May 2024 13:37:00 +0100

The Make Listening Safe Campaign UK aims to make headphones safer for users by raising awareness about their risks to people's hearing and offering ways to prevent those risks.

To learn more about the Make Listening Safe Campaign UK, visit: https://www.makelisteningsafecampaign.com/. The Make Listening Safe Campaign UK is also on TikTok, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

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On Air with Matilda Durant and AJ Lumley

Fri, 17 May 2024 22:13:54 +0100

Matilda Durant and AJ Lumley are the LGBTQ+ Officers at Cardiff University Students' Union.

To get connected with Matilda, find her on Instagram at @lgbtqplusofficercsu. To get connected with AJ, find him on Instagram at @lgbtqtranscsu.

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Checking In with Pareen Mhatre

Thu, 16 May 2024 23:12:36 +0100

Episode 19 of Checking In with Changemakers features Pareen Mhatre who is an immigration advocate and member of the Improve the Dream Board of Directors. We talked about the work Pareen has done since we last talked, her hopes for the future of immigration legislation, and her advice for young changemakers.

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Ilana Cohen

Wed, 15 May 2024 21:45:40 +0100

Change comes when you find how you want to contribute. Ilana Cohen is a climate activist, a co-founder of Campus Climate Network, and a Fulbright Scholar in Peru.

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On Air with Molly Fenton

Sat, 11 May 2024 11:36:28 +0100

Molly Fenton is the founder of Love Your Period, an EveryWoman Festival Ambassador, and an award-winning activist raising awareness about life with a brain tumor, ending period stigma, and more.

To get connected with Molly, find her on Instagram at: @mollfenton.

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S. Rupsha Mitra

Wed, 08 May 2024 22:33:13 +0100

Change comes when you inspire yourself. S. Rupsha Mitra is a student, poet, and writer from India.

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On Air with Cardiff Students' Union Sabbatical Officers

Fri, 03 May 2024 18:48:10 +0100

Cardiff University Students' Union is committed to ensuring that every student has opportunities to raise their voice through debate, providing feedback, and suggesting ideas. Noah Russell served as the Vice President Undergraduate Students for the 2023-2024 academic year, and Micaela Panes served as the Vice President Postgraduate Students this year. Micaela was re-elected to her position for the 2024-2025 academic year.

To get connected with Noah, find him on Instagram at @vpundergraduatecsu. To get connected with Micaela, find her on Instagram at @vppostgradcsu.

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Ishita Mann

Wed, 01 May 2024 20:34:44 +0100

Change comes when you optimize both your strengths and your weaknesses. Ishita Mann is a changemaker and entrepreneur who is focused on helping young individuals navigate their futures with clarity and confidence. She is also the first Indian-female president of the University of Saskatchewan's Students' Union.

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On Air with Teddy Bear Hospital Cardiff

Fri, 26 Apr 2024 19:04:41 +0100

Teddy Bear Hospital Cardiff is a student-led society at Cardiff University committed to reducing children’s fears of hospitals, doctors, and dentists through play.

To get connected with Teddy Bear Hospital at Cardiff University, find them on Instagram at @tbh_cardiff.

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Hannah Walton

Wed, 24 Apr 2024 20:29:09 +0100

Change comes when you get a “no” and keep going. Hannah Walton is an education and mental health advocate based in Manchester, UK.

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Checking In with Audrey Pe

Tue, 23 Apr 2024 23:56:03 +0100

Episode 18 of Checking In with Changemakers features Audrey Pe who is the founder of WiTech which is an organization committed to educating, inspiring, and empowering young people to break gender stereotypes and make a difference using technology. We talked about Audrey’s process to develop WiTech, how the organization has grown around the world, and Audrey’s advice for other young changemakers.

To get connected with Audrey, find her on Instagram at @audreyisabelpe. To learn more about WiTech, visit: https://wi-tech.org/.

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Kianna Pete

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 15:50:25 +0100

Change comes when you tell your story. Kianna Pete is a graduate student at Teachers College at Columbia University and an Indigenous education and policy advocate.

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Checking In with Olivia Clarke

Fri, 12 Apr 2024 14:56:59 +0100

Episode 17 of Checking In with Changemakers features a live conversation with Olivia Clarke who is a changemaker based in Manchester, UK. We talked about Olivia's work with Young Manchester, her involvement in the new "Give an X" campaign led by My Life My Say, the #iwill Movement, and Shape History, and her plans for the future.

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Metzli de la Cruz Oviedo

Wed, 10 Apr 2024 22:17:55 +0100

Change comes when you have the will to make something better. Metzli de la Cruz Oviedo is an education activist from Tabasco, Mexico.

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Memphis Ayoade

Fri, 05 Apr 2024 13:40:20 +0100

Change is made through delayed gratification. Memphis Ayoade is an author, an advisor for Building Pathways CIC, a director for Reachout2All CIC, and more. I recorded this episode of Be the change. Podcast live with Memphis on April 3, 2024.

To get connected with Memphis, find him on LinkedIn or on Instagram at @memphisayoade. You can find Memphis's book, The Nature of Hard Work, on Amazon here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/nature-hard-work-Hard-Motivation-ebook/dp/B085429H18.

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Olivia Clarke

Wed, 03 Apr 2024 23:15:00 +0100

Change comes when you get feisty. Olivia Clarke is a changemaker and activist based in Manchester, United Kingdom.

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Liv Marshall

Fri, 29 Mar 2024 18:43:47 +0000

Change comes when you put yourself out there. Liv Marshall is a climate activist and campaign organizer at Teach the Future.

To get connected with Liv, find her on Instagram at @livmarshalluk. To learn more about Teach the Future, visit: https://www.teachthefuture.uk/.

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Checking In with Selin Ozunaldim

Thu, 28 Mar 2024 20:50:05 +0000

Episode 16 of Checking In with Changemakers features Selin Ozunaldim who is a gender equality activist from Turkey. We talked about Selin’s experience balancing her activism and academics, her upcoming projects, and her advice for young changemakers.

To get connected with Selin, find her on Instagram at @selinozunaldim. You can also reach Selin by email at selin.ozunaldim@gmail.com.

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Xixi Wang

Wed, 27 Mar 2024 20:58:58 +0000

Change comes when you stick to your own timeline. Xixi Wang is the founder and creative director of Asians for Sex Positivity which is a digital organization encouraging people to embrace a sex-positive outlook by welcoming all sexualities and gender identities, deconstructing fetishization, and dismantling sexual shame.

You can connect with Xixi on Instagram at @imxixiwang or @xixiwangartist. To learn more about Asians for Sex Positivity, find the organization on Instagram at @asiansforsexpositivity.

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Checking In with Sierra Marie Bonn

Tue, 26 Mar 2024 20:26:37 +0000

Episode 15 of Checking In with Changemakers features Sierra Marie Bonn who is the founder of Let's Go Full STEAM Ahead! which is an organization that empowers innovators through STEAM education, engagement, and scholarships to address inequity and underrepresentation. We talked about Sierra’s work to develop Let's Go Full STEAM Ahead!, her plans for the future, and her advice for young changemakers.

To get connected with Sierra, find her on Instagram at @sierramariebonn. To learn more about Let's Go Full STEAM Ahead!, check out the organization on Instagram at @letsgofullsteamahead.

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Abdirahman Ahmed

Fri, 22 Mar 2024 17:14:20 +0000

Change comes when your heart is in the right place. Abdirahman Ahmed is the founder of Urban Rise which is a social enterprise raising awareness about financial literacy. I recorded this episode of Be the change. Podcast live with Abdirahman on March 20, 2024.

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Checking In with Rida Yumn Ahmed

Thu, 21 Mar 2024 18:58:39 +0000

Episode 14 of Checking In with Changemakers features Rida Yumn Ahmed who is a liberty advocate from Delhi, India. We talked about Rida’s work building international partnerships, her upcoming projects, and her advice for young changemakers.

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Aiva Furfaro

Wed, 20 Mar 2024 13:10:08 +0000

Change comes when you have fun doing it. Aiva Furfaro is a 10-year-old environmental activist who is raising awareness about pollution.

To get connected with Aiva, find Aiva's mom, Rachela Farella, on Instagram at @fearlesslykindgirl_facilitator.

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Checking In with Fatimata Cham

Tue, 19 Mar 2024 19:00:21 +0000

Episode 13 of Checking In with Changemakers features Fatimata Cham who is a poet and human rights activist. We talked about Fatimata’s experience balancing activism and school, her experience filming Dear… on Apple TV, and her advice for young changemakers.

To get connected with Fatimata, find her on Instagram at @fatimatacham__.

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On Air with Heledd Roberts

Fri, 15 Mar 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Heledd Roberts is a journalist, presenter, content creator, and public speaker raising awareness about endometriosis and other issues.

To get connected with Heledd, find her on Instagram at @heledd__.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

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Checking In with Kait Ahern

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 19:29:02 +0000

Episode 12 of Checking In with Changemakers features Kait Ahern who is the vice president of Pennsylvania Young Democrats. We talked about Kait’s path to getting involved in politics, her work with Pennsylvania Young Democrats, and her future plans.

To get connected with Kait, find her on Instagram at @la.vie.en.kait.

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Anoushka Sinha

Wed, 13 Mar 2024 21:11:37 +0000

Change comes when you take failure as a way to relearn, rethink, and redirect yourself. Anoushka Sinha is a feminist and gender equality activist who is working to ensure that young people in the Global South have access to education, mentorship, and economic opportunities.

To get connected with Anoushka, find her on Instagram at @anoushkaasinha. For more information about Anoushka's work, visit: https://anoushkasinha.net/.

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Checking In with Angeles Ponpa

Tue, 12 Mar 2024 23:59:38 +0000

Episode 11 of Checking In with Changemakers features Angeles Ponpa who is a bilingual political commentator. We talked about Angeles’s experience working in politics, her thoughts on upcoming elections in the USA, and Angeles’s plans for the future.

To get connected with Angeles, find her on Instagram at @angelesponpa.

On Air with Daisy Tipping

Fri, 08 Mar 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Daisy Tipping is the Cardiff University Students' Union Women's Officer.

To get connected with Daisy, find her on Instagram at @womensofficercsu or @daisyetipping.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Checking In with David Onilude

Thu, 07 Mar 2024 19:23:00 +0000

Episode 10 of Checking In with Changemakers features David Onilude who is a digital literacy advocate, the founder and executive director of Tech Now Global, and the founder of Beere Agency. We talked about the development of Tech Now Global and Beere Agency, David’s commitment to helping young people access quality education, and his plans for the future.

To get connected with David, find him on Instagram at @david_onilude. To learn more about Tech Now Global, visit: https://technowglobal.org.ng. To learn more about Beere Agency, visit: https://beereagency.com.

Checking In with Changemakers features young activists, advocates, and changemakers who have previously been featured on Be the change. podcast. Each episode of Checking In with Changemakers airs live on Be the change. Media Network's Instagram account.

Tommy Wan

Wed, 06 Mar 2024 19:40:00 +0000

Change comes when you get in the loop. Tommy Wan is the program director for AliefVotes which seeks to empower youth civic engagement in Alief, Texas through civic education, leadership opportunities, and youth-led community projects.

To get connected with Tommy, find him on Instagram at @tommycwan. For more information about AliefVotes, visit: https://www.aliefvotes.com.

Checking In with Lily Painter

Tue, 05 Mar 2024 23:54:00 +0000

Episode 9 of Checking In with Changemakers features Lily Painter who is an Indigenous multidisciplinary creative, advocate, student, and organizer. We talked about Lily’s work with NDN Girls Book Club, her plans for the future, and her advice for young changemakers.

To get connected with Lily, find her on Instagram at @herculilz.

On Air with Cardiff STAR

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Maria Ioannidou and Raghad Al-Muslamani are the co-presidents of Cardiff STAR which stands for Student Action for Refugees.

To learn more and get involved with Cardiff STAR, find them on Instagram at @cardiffstar.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Checking In with Hannah Grady Williams

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:58:00 +0000

Episode 8 of Checking In with Changemakers features Hannah Grady Williams who is the “Chief Rebel” of d'Skills. We talked about the development of AI technologies, Hannah’s work with d’Skills, and some of the upcoming d'Skills bootcamps and events.

To get connected with Hannah, find her on Instagram at @hannahgradywilliams. To learn more about d'Skills, find them on Instagram at @getdskills.

Beth Dennis

Wed, 28 Feb 2024 18:47:00 +0000

Change comes when you make a positive difference in one person’s life. Beth Dennis is an activist who is involved in so many different organizations including the #iwill Movement, My Life, My Say, and more. To get connected with Beth, find her on Instagram at @iwill_beth.

Checking In with Ziyaan Virji

Tue, 27 Feb 2024 22:16:00 +0000

Episode 7 of Checking In with Changemakers features Ziyaan Virji who is the CEO and founder of For the Menstruator and Leaders of Today. We talked about the development of Leaders of Today, Ziyaan’s plans for the future, and his advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and changemakers.

To get connected with Ziyaan, find him on Instagram at @ziyaanvirji.

On Air with Millie-Mae Adams

Fri, 23 Feb 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Millie-Mae Adams is Miss Wales 2023, a medical student, the founder of StreetDoctors Exeter, a Yale Young Global Scholar, and an ambassador for Calan DVS.

To get connected with Millie-Mae, find her on Instagram at @milliemae_adams. To follow along with Millie-Mae's experience as Miss Wales, find her on Instagram at @miss_wales_official.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Checking In with Paxton Smith

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 21:01:00 +0000

Episode 6 of Checking In with Changemakers features Paxton Smith who is an abortion activist, a musician, and a student. We talked about Paxton's background in abortion activism, her go-to self-care practices, her music, and more.

To get connected with Paxton, find her on Instagram at @paxtonasmith.

Aadya Chaudhary

Wed, 21 Feb 2024 05:01:00 +0000

Change comes when you believe in yourself. Aadya Chaudhary is a co-founder of uEmpower which is an organization working on connecting young girls to women who are leaders in various industries. To get connected with Aadya, find her on Instagram at @aadyachaudhary_.

Checking In with Kylie Montigney

Tue, 20 Feb 2024 22:48:00 +0000

Episode 5 of Checking In with Changemakers features Kylie Montigney who is a podcast host, founder, speaker, and more. We got to talk about Kylie’s work with @talkoffamepod, @nepa_story, @empowergirlsorg_, @wholesomeinterviews, @breakingnews_podcast, and her plans for the future.

To get connected with Kylie, find her on Instagram at @officialkyliemontigney.

On Air with Lizzie O’Brien

Fri, 16 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Lizzie O’Brien is a co-founder of the Cardiff Refugee Health Project which is a student-led project raising the profile of refugee and asylum-seeker health through education and advocacy.

To learn more and get involved with the Cardiff Refugee Health Project, find them on Instagram at @cardiffrefugeehealthproject.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Checking In with Seika Brown

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 18:57:00 +0000

Episode 4 of Checking In with Changemakers features Seika Brown who is a global mental health researcher. We talked about Seika’s work raising awareness about mental health at Cornell University, her plans for the future, and more.

To get connected with Seika, find her on Instagram at @seikabrown.

Santiago Mayer

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 19:09:00 +0000

Change comes when you empower others. Santiago Mayer is the executive director of Voters of Tomorrow which is a Gen Z-led organization focused on engaging and representing young Americans in politics and government. To get connected with Santiago, find him on Instagram at @ssantiagomayer. For more information about Voters of Tomorrow, visit: https://votersoftomorrow.org.

Checking In with Joshua Gabriel Oluwaseyi

Wed, 14 Feb 2024 08:40:00 +0000

Episode 3 of Checking In with Changemakers features Joshua Gabriel Oluwaseyi who is a climate storyteller and environmental activist. We talked about Joshua’s work with LEARNBLUE, Our African Climate Story, and more.

To get connected with Joshua, find him on Instagram at @joshgseyi.

Checking In with Samuel Schwartz

Thu, 08 Feb 2024 19:05:00 +0000

Episode 2 of Checking In with Changemakers features Samuel Schwartz who is a gun violence prevention activist and gun violence survivor. We talked about his work raising awareness about gun violence, the importance of voting, and more.

To get connected with Samuel, find him on Instagram at @samuellschwartz.

Patience Adesominu

Wed, 07 Feb 2024 09:07:00 +0000

Change comes when you just start it. Patience Adesominu is the founder of Teens Discuss which is a platform for teenagers to talk about issues, learn, and explore opportunities. To get connected with Patience, find her on Instagram at @pace_patience. To learn more about Teens Discuss, find the platform on Instagram at @teens_discuss_td.

Checking In with Srijanita Maurya

Tue, 06 Feb 2024 19:14:00 +0000

Episode 1 of Checking In with Changemakers features Srijanita Maurya who is the founder of The Animal Patronage. We talked about Srijanita’s life as an international student in the UK, some of her plans for future projects, and more.

To get connected with Srijanita, find her on Instagram at @srijanitamaurya.

On Air with Cadence from Students for Organ Donation

Fri, 02 Feb 2024 05:00:00 +0000

Cadence is on the committee of Students for Organ Donation at Cardiff University which is a student-run society working to educate people and start conversations about organ donation.

To learn more and get involved with Students for Organ Donation, find them on Instagram at @sfodcardiff.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Colin Brown

Wed, 31 Jan 2024 22:08:00 +0000

Change comes when you stick your neck out. Colin Brown is working with Grassroots Central Mass which is a political organization that advocates for issues affecting Central Massachusetts. For more information about Grassroots Central Mass, visit: https://grassrootscentralmass.org. To get connected with Colin, find him on Instagram at @olibrown13.

Ananya Banerjee

Wed, 24 Jan 2024 18:07:00 +0000

Change comes when you get bothered by something. Ananya Banerjee is a mental health advocate and a director of Sarthi which is an organization that is committed to raising awareness about female foeticide, mental health, climate change, education, menstrual hygiene, and more. To get connected with Ananya, find her on Instagram at @ananya_vbanerjee.

Saoirse Exton

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 20:33:00 +0000

Change comes when everyone becomes an activist. Saoirse Exton is an Irish climate justice activist and the youngest advisor to the Secretary-General of the United Nations. To get connected with Saoirse, find her on Instagram at @saoirse_exton.

Ana Morris

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 17:15:00 +0000

Change comes when you stay true to yourself. Ana Morris is the host of The Wake Up Conservative podcast on which she discusses current events, politics, and media through the Word of God. To get connected with Ana, find her on Instagram at @thewakeupconservative. To listen to The Wake Up Conservative podcast, visit: https://siteid-1937758.univer.se.

William He

Fri, 29 Dec 2023 22:48:00 +0000

Change comes when you do all the good you can, for all the people you can, for as long as ever you can. William He is the founder and CEO of Dream For America which is a Gen Z movement focused on mobilizing a new generation of democracy defenders. To get connected with William, find him on Instagram at @williamhe06. For more information about Dream For America, visit: https://dream4america.org.

Ashwath Narayanan

Wed, 27 Dec 2023 17:31:00 +0000

Change comes when you realize that no one really knows what they’re doing. Ashwath Narayanan is a co-founder and CEO of Social Currant which is an agency and platform that helps nonprofits, impact organizations, and issue-focused organizations collaborate with creators to reach audiences more effectively. To get connected with Ashwath, find him on Instagram at @ashwathhhh. For more information about Social Currant, visit: https://socialcurrant.co.

Claire Muhlawako Madzura

Wed, 20 Dec 2023 22:16:00 +0000

Change comes when you find what gets you up in the morning. Claire Muhlawako Madzura is a storyteller, activist, student, researcher, film director, and more who is based in the UK. To get connected with Claire, find her on Instagram at @clairemmadz.

On Air with Amira Hayat

Fri, 15 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Amira Hayat is an aspiring journalist, a poet, and an activist from Cardiff who is raising awareness about human rights, the availability of mental health resources, and more.

To get connected with Amira, find her on Instagram at @mirahayatx.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Eugenia Doreen Wallace

Wed, 13 Dec 2023 10:18:00 +0000

Change comes when you show up and do the work. Eugenia Doreen Wallace is a foster youth advocate, motivational speaker, businesswoman, and pageant queen holding the title of Miss Black Missouri USA. To get connected with Eugenia, find her on Instagram at @eugenia.doreen.

On Air with Agathe Dijoud

Fri, 08 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Agathe Dijoud works at the Wales Millennium Centre's Radio Platfform which is a youth-led radio station based in Cardiff.

To get connected with Agathe, find her on Instagram at @agathe_dijoud. For more information about Radio Platfform, visit: https://www.wmc.org.uk/en/your-visit/our-spaces/radio-platfform.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Chiara Longo

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you become aware that your voice is powerful. Chiara Longo is an Italian climate change activist and gender equality advocate. She is also the founder of Plug in the World which is an organization that connects and empowers young women. To get connected with Chiara, find her on Instagram at @chiaralongo_04. For more information about Plug in the World, visit: https://www.plugintheworld.org.

On Air with Saadia Abubaker

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Saadia Abubaker is a motivational speaker, workshop facilitator, podcaster, and author who is committed to giving young people the tools and resources to achieve their aspirations.

To get connected with Saadia, find her on Instagram at @saadiaspeaks. For more information about Saadia Speaks, visit: https://www.saadiaspeaks.com/.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Rachel Janfaza

Wed, 29 Nov 2023 16:16:00 +0000

Change comes when you uplift other people’s stories across the spectrum. Rachel Janfaza is a journalist covering youth political culture, as well as the founder and writer of The Up and Up which is a newsletter focused on Gen Z political news and insights. To get connected with Rachel, find her on Instagram at @racheljanfaza. For more information about The Up and Up, visit: http://theupandup.us.

On Air with Millie Welch

Fri, 24 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Millie Welch is the president of the Cardiff University Boob Team which is affiliated with the organization, CoppaFeel. CoppaFeel is dedicated to educating, encouraging, and empowering young people to ensure breast cancer is diagnosed early and correctly.

To learn more and get involved with the Cardiff University Boob Team, find them on Instagram at @ubtcardiff. For more information about CoppaFeel, visit: https://coppafeel.org/.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Noah Harris

Wed, 22 Nov 2023 14:41:00 +0000

Change comes when you leave an experience better than you found it. Noah Harris is a Truman Scholar and a public servant, as well as the first Black male student body president at Harvard. To get connected with Noah, find him on Instagram at @noah10harris.

On Air with Ishani Patwal and Sharon Ng’ang’a

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Ishani Patwal and Sharon Ng'ang'a are the co-presidents of the Cardiff University Feminist Society which is an organization committed to raising awareness and promoting gender equality.

To learn more and get involved with the Cardiff University Feminist Society, find them on Instagram at @cufeminists. To get connected with Ishani, find her on Instagram at @ishanipatwal. To get connected with Sharon, find them on Instagram at @_thoughtsbyshaz.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Millie Gould

Wed, 15 Nov 2023 21:12:00 +0000

Change comes when you put the “act” in activism. Millie Gould is a climate activist, a student at the University of Warwick, and the president of Climate Reality Warwick. To get connected with Millie, find her on Instagram at @milliekeara.

On Air with Sophie Griffiths

Fri, 10 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Sophie Griffiths is a co-president of the Friends of David Nott Foundation (FDNF) at Cardiff University. The FDNF raises awareness about the David Nott Foundation's work to train doctors to surgically treat patients and save lives around the world.

To learn more and get involved with the FDNF at Cardiff University, find them on Instagram at @fdnf.cardiff. To learn more about the David Nott Foundation, visit: https://davidnottfoundation.com/. To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Shiva Rajbhandari

Wed, 08 Nov 2023 12:53:00 +0000

Change comes when you just jump in. Shiva Rajbhandari is a climate justice organizer with the Sunrise Movement and the first student to be elected to a school board in Idaho. For more information about the Sunrise Movement, visit: https://www.sunrisemovement.org.

On Air with Darcey Corria

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 05:00:00 +0000

Darcey Corria is Miss Wales 2022, a Black rights activist, a Dementia Friend working to change people's perceptions about dementia, and more. Darcey has used her platform as Miss Wales to raise awareness and make change in Wales.

To get connected with Darcey, find her on Instagram at @darceycorria. To listen to Be the change. On Air live at 5pm GMT, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Peren Tiemann

Wed, 01 Nov 2023 13:39:00 +0000

Change comes when you support others. Peren Tiemann is an activist who is passionate about gun violence prevention, LGBTQIA+ rights, voter registration, suicide prevention, and more. For more information about Students Demand Action, visit: https://studentsdemandaction.org. To get connected with Peren, find them on Instagram at @peren.tie.

On Air: Introduction

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 05:01:00 +0100

Be the change. On Air is a weekly live show airing on Xpress Radio Station in Cardiff, Wales. Each Wednesday at 5pm, I feature young activists, advocates, and changemakers who are making a difference in Cardiff, around Wales, and across the UK.

To listen to Be the change. On Air live, visit: https://player.broadcast.radio/xpress. A recording of each live show will be published as a podcast on this feed every Friday.

Angela Busheska

Wed, 25 Oct 2023 12:30:00 +0100

Change comes when you take advantage of the global village. Angela Busheska is a student, social entrepreneur, and climate activist from North Macedonia. For more information about the EnRoute app, visit: https://www.enroute-app.com.

Phoebe L. Hanson

Wed, 18 Oct 2023 09:40:00 +0100

Change comes when you do something that scares you every day. Phoebe L. Hanson is a climate advocate, student, coordinator of Mock COP, co-founder of Teach the Teacher, and more. For more information and to get connected with Phoebe, visit: https://phoebelhanson.wordpress.com.

Joshua Gamilla

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 11:42:00 +0100

Change comes when you seize the day. Joshua Gamilla is an entrepreneur developing a few "passion projects", including Sugar and Crumbs and Dopamine Coffee Company. To get connected with Joshua and check out his gourmet cookies, visit: https://www.sugarandcrumbs.ca.

Selin Ozunaldim

Wed, 04 Oct 2023 21:27:00 +0100

Change comes when you ask yourself, “If not me, then who?” Selin Ozunaldim is a gender equality activist and the founder of a few organizations based in Turkey, her home country. To get connected with Selin, find her on Instagram at @selinozunaldim.

Samuel Schwartz

Wed, 27 Sep 2023 20:37:00 +0100

Change comes when you stick with it. Samuel Schwartz is a gun violence survivor and gun violence prevention activist. To get connected with Samuel, find him on Instagram at @samuellschwartz.

Srijanita Maurya

Wed, 20 Sep 2023 12:38:00 +0100

Change comes when you utilize the Internet. Srijanita Maurya is the founder of The Animal Patronage which is a youth-led organization working to promote animal welfare. To get connected with Srijanita, find her on Instagram at @srijanitamaurya.

María José Pérez Aguirre

Wed, 13 Sep 2023 06:01:00 +0100

Change comes when you find a supportive community. María José Pérez Aguirre is a feminist and activist from Oaxaca, Mexico who has worked with the United Nation Foundation's Girl Up initiative and other organizations to raise awareness. To get connected with María José, find her on Instagram at @majoperezaguirre.

Sam Demma

Wed, 30 Aug 2023 23:49:00 +0100

Change comes when you take small consistent actions. Sam Demma is an author and speaker who is committed to helping individuals unpack their beliefs, redefine their self-worth, and embrace their authentic selves. For more information about the Empty Your Backpack Tour, visit: https://emptyyourbackpack.ca.

Emily Bach

Wed, 23 Aug 2023 23:42:00 +0100

Change comes when you recognize who makes your community run. Emily Bach is a co-founder of Stories of Consent which is is a digital project sharing real, community-sourced stories about consent. For more information about Stories of Consent, visit: https://storiesofconsent.online.

Christine Wincentaylo

Wed, 16 Aug 2023 22:57:00 +0100

Change comes when you go with your gut instinct. Christine Wincentaylo is the founder of A Tin A Day, as well as a mental health and climate change advocate. For more information about A Tin A Day, visit: https://atinadayatad.wixsite.com/website.

Renata Koch Alvarenga

Thu, 10 Aug 2023 04:17:00 +0100

Change comes when you do what you can. Renata Koch Alvarenga is a Brazilian ecofeminist and the founder and director of EmpoderaClima, an organization that is focused on raising awareness about the disproportionate impacts of climate change on girls and women in the Global South. To get connected with Renata, find her on Instagram at @renatakochalvarenga.

Jimin Lee

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 04:29:00 +0100

Change comes when you have confidence in yourself. Jimin Lee is the founder and executive director of SELFidence which is a youth-led organization focused on improving students’ self-confidence and raising awareness about mental health. For more information about SELFidence, find the organization on Instagram at @self_idence. To get connected with Jimin, find her on Instagram at @jim.jimlee.

Elijah Mckenzie-Jackson

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 19:09:00 +0100

Change comes when you speak the unspoken. Elijah Mckenzie-Jackson is a civic artist and climate justice activist. To get connected with Elijah, find him on Instagram at @elijahmckenziejackson.

Hannah Grady Williams

Wed, 19 Jul 2023 19:15:00 +0100

Change comes when you develop d’Skills. Hannah Grady Williams is the founder of d’Skills Community which is an online community to encourage Gen Z to use ChatGPT. For more information about d'Skills Community, visit: https://www.dskills.io.

Edha Gupta

Wed, 12 Jul 2023 17:37:00 +0100

Change comes when you break the silence. Edha Gupta is a student activist who worked with the Panther Anti-Racist Union to raise awareness about book banning in her local schools. To get connected with Edha, find her on Instagram at @edhagupta.

Sam Weinberg

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 19:26:00 +0100

Change comes from discomfort. Sam Weinberg is the executive director of Path to Progress which is a group working to develop the future of progressive policy while shifting and building political power for young Americans. To get connected with Sam, find him on Instagram at @samweinberg.

Armita Hosseini

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 03:20:00 +0100

Change comes when you look for people who have done this work before you. Armita Hosseini is the founder of Empower Econ and the author of the book, Roadmap to Financial Literacy. To learn more about Empower Econ, visit: https://www.empowerecon.com.

Cameron Samuels

Wed, 14 Jun 2023 18:52:00 +0100

Change comes when you fight for a seat at the table. Cameron Samuels is an activist who is raising awareness about a variety of issues, including censorship. To get connected with Cameron, you can find them on Instagram at @cameronjsamuels.

Risha Chaurasia

Wed, 07 Jun 2023 20:13:00 +0100

Change comes when you pursue your passions. Risha Chaurasia is the author of Tales of Twinkling Tweens and TRUCE: Novis Initiis, a blogger, and a literature advocate. To get connected with Risha, visit: https://rishachaurasia07.wixsite.com/website-1.

Three Years of Be the change. Podcast

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 01:55:00 +0100

Change comes over time. The first episode of Be the change. Podcast was released on June 2, 2020, and this episode marks three years since that first episode. This episode features some of the most memorable guests from the last three years including: Sophie Beren, Kahlil Greene, Francesca Reicherter, Paxton Smith, Dineo Mya Serame, Isaias Hernandez, Angeles Ponpa, Natalie Magness, Ellis Lloyd Jones, Ideja Bajra, Sophie Sandberg, Marlow Baines, Aaliyan Khan, Bianca Hayles, Hailey Rodgers, Alisha Aslam, Ransom Fox, Rebecca Joseph, Ruhani Walia, Seika Brown, and Austen Wyche. Thank you for listening to the podcast! To get connected with me, please email me at lily@bethechangepodcast.org.

Samuel Rubin

Wed, 24 May 2023 22:30:00 +0100

Change comes when you realize that not everyone can do everything. Samuel Rubin is a co-founder of YEA! Impact which is working to produce high-level events, campaigns, and content rooted in the power of grassroots community organizing. For more information about YEA! Impact, visit: https://www.yeaimpact.com.

Maria Tracy

Thu, 18 May 2023 04:36:00 +0100

Change comes when you stick with it. Maria Tracy created an app called Tell Their Stories with the purpose of raising awareness about the issue of period poverty around the world. For more information about Tell Their Stories, visit: https://youtu.be/mSnQECt1J8o.

Ritika Saraswat

Wed, 10 May 2023 15:34:00 +0100

Change comes when you figure out what you can do better than anyone else. Ritika Saraswat is the founder of Re-Defined which is an organization focused on fostering inclusivity and recognizing diversity. To learn more about Re-Defined, visit: https://redefinednpo.wixsite.com/re-define.

Anushka Joshi

Wed, 03 May 2023 16:53:00 +0100

Change comes when you create for yourself. Anushka Joshi is the founder and CEO of Gen-Zine which is a global, grassroots community for young voices rewriting the future. For more information about Gen-Zine, visit: https://www.gen-zine.com.

Isabella Hanson

Wed, 26 Apr 2023 22:08:00 +0100

Change comes when you seek out opportunities. Isabella Hanson is the founder of "I Matter" which is an international poetry and art competition. For more information about the "I Matter" competition, visit: http://www.nationalyouthfoundation.org/i-matter/.

Lily Painter

Wed, 19 Apr 2023 11:33:00 +0100

Change comes when you realize that advocacy looks different for different people. Lily Painter is an indigenous advocate and organizer, and one of the issues she addresses is missing and murdered indigenous women. To get connected with Lily, find her on Instagram at @herculilz.

Saba Mehrzad

Wed, 12 Apr 2023 20:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you make connections. Saba Mehrzad is the founder of iFeminist which is a digital platform focused on highlighting unknown and underrepresented women in history through research projects developed by young contributors. For more information about iFeminist, visit: https://ifeminist.org/index.html.

Davida Padi

Wed, 05 Apr 2023 18:55:00 +0100

Change comes when you focus on filling the gaps. Davida Padi is the founder of Eve's Corner and Zachary's Corner. Davida developed Eve's Corner as a digital platform for Black girls to access scholarship opportunities, mental health services, and other resources. For more information about Eve's Corner, visit: https://eves-corner.org.

Kevin Patel

Wed, 29 Mar 2023 11:01:00 +0100

Change comes when we amplify unheard voices. Kevin Patel is the founder of OneUpAction which is an intersectional organization providing resources to youth advocates around the world who are tackling the climate crisis. For more information about OneUpAction, visit: https://oneupaction.org. To get connected with Kevin, visit: https://www.imkevinjpatel.com.

Alexandra Hamilton

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you go out and do it. Alexandra Hamilton is the founder of Youth in Politics which is a youth-led, student-run organization that is focused on amplifying student voices in politics. To learn more about Youth in Politics and to check out the organization's content, visit: https://youth-in-politics.weebly.com.

Kellyanna Brooking

Wed, 15 Mar 2023 10:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you never change your authenticity for approval. Kellyanna Brooking is the youngest ambassador for Turning Point USA, a political strategist, a youth campaign advisor, and the host of her own show. To get connected with Kellyanna, visit: https://kellyannabrooking.com.

Swetha Tandri

Thu, 09 Mar 2023 02:50:00 +0000

Change comes when you don’t force it. Swetha Tandri is the founder of Melodies for Math which is an organization focused on making math more relatable and engaging through music. For more information about Melodies for Math, visit: https://www.melodiesformath.org.

Gianella Bejar

Wed, 01 Mar 2023 11:01:00 +0000

Change comes when it is sustainable. Gianella Bejar is the founder of EVE (Educate, Voice, Empower) which is an organization working to teach young people the power of presence and perspective, to create advocates for social equality, and to empower people of all genders. For more information about EVE, visit: https://eveadvocate.org/index.html.

Olivia Seltzer

Wed, 22 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Change comes when we focus on moderation. Olivia Seltzer is the founder and sole writer of The Cramm which is a daily newsletter tailored to Gen Z readers to give them the scoop on current events. For more information about The Cramm, visit: https://www.thecramm.com.

David Onilude

Wed, 15 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you find your structure. David Onilude is the founder of a nonprofit called Tech Now Global which is dedicated to eradicating digital illiteracy in underserved communities. To get connected with David, find him on Instagram at @david_onilude.

Megan Chen

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you make it manageable. Megan Chen is an environmental activist and the founder of The Urban Garden Initiative (TUGI) which is a nonprofit working to inspire and empower youth to achieve urban sustainability through a gardening-based educational program. For more information about TUGI, visit: https://www.theurbangardeninitiative.org.

Geertika Jeyaganesha

Wed, 01 Feb 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you put in the effort. Geertika Jeyaganesha is a co-founder of Nurtured Youth Community which is an organization working to bridge the gap between minors in unsupportive households and helpful resources. For more information about Nurtured Youth Community, visit: https://www.nurturedyouthcommunity.com.

Audrey Pe

Wed, 25 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Change comes when we focus on collaboration and not competition. Audrey Pe is the founder of WiTech (Women in Technology), which is an organization that began in the Philippines with the mission of achieving gender equality in the tech industry. For more information about WiTech, visit: https://wi-tech.org.

Vaishnavi Jaiswal

Wed, 18 Jan 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Change starts at home. Vaishnavi Jaiswal is the founder of a nonprofit called Salubrious, as well as a social entrepreneur, an innovator, and a gender equity activist. To get connected with Vaishnavi, find her on Instagram at @vaishnavijaiswalll.

Rhiannon Osborne

Wed, 11 Jan 2023 17:40:00 +0000

Change comes when you’re in it for the long haul. Rhiannon Osborne is a health justice advocate who believes that health is political and ecological. To get connected with Rhiannon, find her on Instagram at @osborne_rhiannon.

Bethany Handley

Wed, 04 Jan 2023 12:57:00 +0000

Change comes when you celebrate your own voice. Bethany Handley is an internationally published poet and disabled people’s rights activist from Wales. To get connected with Bethany, find her on Instagram at @scoutforculture. To read some of Bethany's poetry, visit: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poets/bethany-handley and https://poetrywales.co.uk/bethany-handley-how-i-wrote-cling-film/.

Brooke Yoakam

Wed, 28 Dec 2022 19:11:00 +0000

Change comes when you believe and own it. Brooke Yoakam is a co-founder and the CEO of GiftPocket which is an app to digitally store, exchange, and send gift cards. For more information about GiftPocket, visit: https://www.giftpocket.com.

Raini Sydney

Wed, 21 Dec 2022 15:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you aren’t working for an award. Raini Sydney is a multi-dimensional storyteller and Girl Rising fellow who is focused on sharing stories about agriculture and conservation. To get connected with Raini, find him on Instagram at @orsydney.

India Ysabel

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 12:01:00 +0000

Change comes when you do what you need to do. India Ysabel is an intersectional feminist, content creator, activist, and a co-founder of The Speak Up Space which is a listening and signposting space for survivors of sexual violence. For more information about The Speak Up Space, visit: https://thespeakupspace.format.com/home.

Yara Ghanem

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 02:19:00 +0000

Change comes when you invest in every opportunity. Yara Ghanem is a social development advocate who is raising awareness about feminism, human rights, and other issues in her home country of Syria and around the world with the United Nations Foundation Girl Up initiative. To get connected with Yara, find her on Instagram at @yara_ghanem_.

Santiago Eulmesekian

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 03:13:00 +0000

Change comes when you’re a dreamer. Santiago Eulmesekian is a climate change activist working with Jóvenes por el Clima in his home country of Argentina. For more information about Jóvenes por el Clima, visit: http://jovenesporelclima.com.

Gabriela Daza

Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you work on solving a problem your younger self faced. Gabriela Daza is the director of partnerships at Policorner which is an organization working to make internships and jobs in politics, law, and public service more accessible. For more information about Policorner, visit: https://www.policorner.org.

Ideja Bajra

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you take the tiny steps of a ladder. Ideja Bajra is the founder of Based In Science which is an organization working to encourage more youth to pursue STEM-related careers. For more information about Based in Science, visit: https://basedinscience.wordpress.com.

Austen Wyche

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 02:10:00 +0000

Change comes when you make your voice heard. Austen Wyche is the National Director of Advocacy at Encode Justice, a Courage Fellow for Giffords, and the founder of The Teen View. To get connected with Austen, find him on Instagram at @austenwyche.

Kalpana Arias

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 01:25:00 +0000

Change comes when you figure out what makes you joyful. Kalpana Arias is a climate activist and urban gardener based in the United Kingdom. To get connected with Kalpana, find her on Instagram at @ariasaleja.

Julieta Martínez

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 01:17:00 +0100

Change comes when you use your anger, frustration, and sadness. Julieta Martínez is a Chilean feminist and the founder of Tremendas which is an organization committed to connecting, promoting, and making visible a network of girls and young women from around the world. For more information about Tremendas, visit: https://tremendas.org.

Ellis Lloyd Jones

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:38:00 +0100

Change comes when you become who you want to be. Ellis Lloyd Jones is a Welsh TikToker who is working with the Welsh government to raise awareness about issues in his country. To get connected with Ellis Lloyd Jones, find him on Instagram at @xellislloydjonesx.

Shawntel Nieto

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 01:40:00 +0100

Change comes when you create leaders out of everyone. Shawntel Nieto is promoting sustainability and providing food, water, and other resources through her work with several organizations based in her home country of the Philippines. To get connected with Shawntel, find her on Instagram at @shawntelnieto.

Liam Elkind

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 00:43:00 +0100

Change comes when you find the overlap between your greatest passions and the world’s greatest needs. Liam Elkind is a co-founder and the CEO of Invisible Hands Deliver and a 2022 Rhodes Scholar. For more information about Invisible Hands Deliver, visit: https://invisiblehandsdeliver.org.

Mert Kumru

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 01:55:00 +0100

Change comes when you’ve fallen at least once or twice. Mert Kumru is a former United Nations Youth Representative for the Netherlands as well as a human rights and climate justice advocate. To get connected with Mert, find him on Instagram at @mertkumru_vn.

Dineo Mya Serame

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 01:44:00 +0100

Change comes when you’re in it for the right reasons. Dineo Mya Serame is a Rhodes Scholar studying biomedical engineering at the University of Oxford as well as an activist and the founder of Blackout Africa. For more information about Blackout Africa, visit: https://www.blackoutafrica.com.

Macy Lee

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 02:11:00 +0100

Change comes when you put your heart and effort in. Macy Lee is a Filipina speaker and writer as well as the founder of a few organizations including Worlds Through Minds. To learn more about Worlds Through Minds, visit: https://www.worldsthroughminds.com.

Laura Gomezjurado González

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 02:44:00 +0100

Change comes when you consider what’s relevant to you. Laura Gomezjurado González is a Teen Advisor for the United Nations Foundation's Girl Up initiative as well as an activist in her home country of Colombia. To get connected with Laura, find her on Instagram at @lauragomezjurado_.

Zaqiya Cajee

Wed, 31 Aug 2022 22:11:00 +0100

Change comes when we work together. Zaqiya Cajee is the founder of SwopItUp which is a volunteering program for young people in the UK to get involved in tacking climate change and fighting against fast fashion. For more information about SwopItUp, visit: https://www.swopitup.org.

Baylie Jean Beard

Wed, 24 Aug 2022 20:21:00 +0100

Change comes when you chase a mission instead of a dollar. Baylie Jean Beard is the host of the Gen Z Boss podcast on which she talks with her guests about a variety of topics including business, finance, education, and careers. To get connected with Baylie Jean, find her on Instagram at @missbayliejean.

Cyn Gómez

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you do the dance between the ritual space and the virtual space. Cyn Gómez is an intersectional activist working to educate others and raise awareness about LGBTQ, Latine, disability, and other issues. To get connected with Cyn, find them on Instagram at @thecyngomez.

Kylie Montigney

Wed, 10 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you realize that if they can then you can. Kylie Montigney is the host of Talk of Fame Podcast and the founder of Empower Girls which is an organization dedicated to ending gender bias and promoting inclusion in the media. For more information or to get connected with Kylie, find her on Instagram at @officialkyliemontigney.

Saadia Abubaker

Wed, 03 Aug 2022 10:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you ask yourself what’s bothering you right now. Saadia Abubaker is a speaker, podcaster, workshop facilitator, and a student at Swansea University in Wales. For more information about her work or to get connected with Saadia, visit: https://www.saadiaspeaks.com.

Ampai Thammachack

Wed, 27 Jul 2022 21:49:00 +0100

Change comes when you find your zone of genius. Ampai Thammachack is a co-founder of The Glass Slipper Organization and the founder of Step Above Stigma. To learn more about The Glass Slipper Organization, visit: https://theglassslipperorganization.com. For more information about Step Above Stigma, visit: https://www.stepabovestigma.com/#/.

Agha Haider

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 07:28:00 +0100

Change comes when you become passionate about an issue. Agha Haider is the founder of the Education Collaborative which is working on breaking down the the socioeconomic barriers in education. For more information about the Education Collaborative, visit: https://www.educollaborative.org.

Aarna Dixit

Wed, 13 Jul 2022 08:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you treat everything as a learning experience. Aarna Dixit is an activist working in many issues including sexual violence prevention, reproductive rights, sexual health, and mental health. She is also the co-host of the podcast, Dirty Talk, on which she discusses "all things sex and sexuality". To get connected with Aarna, find her on Instagram at @aa.rnaa.

Aimée Okotie-Oyekan

Wed, 06 Jul 2022 21:36:00 +0100

Change comes when you combine your interests and your passions. Aimée Okotie-Oyekan is an artist, city planner, researcher, and organizer, just to name a few of her roles. Her work focuses on the intersections between public health, the environment, and inequality. To get connected with Aimée, find her on Instagram at @omoecology.

Pareen Mhatre

Wed, 29 Jun 2022 22:49:00 +0100

Change comes when you never lose hope. Pareen Mhatre is on the Board of Directors and working with Improve the Dream which is an organization committed to advocating for Documented Dreamers. For more information about Improve the Dream, visit: https://www.improvethedream.org.

Eno Oduok

Wed, 22 Jun 2022 21:54:00 +0100

Change comes when you just start, and that’s the Tweet. Eno Oduok is working to amplify the voices of others through her work in communications and public relations. To get connected with Eno, find her on Instagram at @eno.xo.

Ava Hedeker

Wed, 15 Jun 2022 17:58:00 +0100

Change comes when you take the time to learn. Ava Hedeker is using social media platforms and publishes articles in an online magazine to raise awareness about climate change. To get connected with Ava and to see her content, find her on Instagram at @envirocoach.

Samir Chowdhury

Wed, 08 Jun 2022 20:42:00 +0100

Change comes when you think globally but act locally. Samir Chowdhury is an environmentalist and the founder of Youth Climate Action Team Inc. To get connected with Samir, find him on Instagram at @samiracle02 and find Youth Climate Action Team Inc. on Instagram as well at @youthclimateinc.

Happy 100th Episode!

Wed, 01 Jun 2022 21:44:00 +0100

Change comes when you remember that to whom much is given, much is expected. On this special 100th episode of "Be the change.", I take a walk down memory lane to highlight some of my favorite quotes, moments, and guests over the past two years of recording the podcast. If you are interested in listening to the full episode featuring any of the guests included in this episode, you can find the list of guests, their "Be the change." episode number, and the time that they appear in this episode below:

Allie Soper - Episode 20 - 1:52 to 3:07

Aaliyan Khan - Episode 56 - 3:07 to 4:05

Hannah Alper - Episode 40 - 4:05 to 4:56

Sophie Beren - Episode 57 - 4:56 to 6:24

Aalayah Eastmond - Episode 21 - 6:24 to 7:42

Victoria Garrick - Episode 22 - 7:42 to 8:16

Riya Goel - Episode 61 - 8:16 to 9:37

Eli Samson - Episode 24 - 9:37 to 11:19

Adam Friedman - Episode 73 - 11:19 to 13:02

Ruhani Walia - Episode 28 - 13:02 to 14:10

Kaylee Tyner - Episode 29 - 14:10 to 15:28

Seika Brown - Episode 74 - 15:28 to 16:12

Serene Singh - Episode 38 - 16:12 to 16:37

Rania Harrara - Episode 78 - 16:37 to 18:09

Isaias Hernandez - Episode 81 - 18:09 to 20:13

Paxton Smith - Episode 90 - 20:13 to 20:56

Francesca Reicherter - Episode 86 - 20:56 to 22:01

Sierra Marie Bonn - Episode 93 - 22:01 to 23:16

Charlie Hillman - Episode 99 - 23:16 to 25:12

Rebecca Joseph - Episode 94 - 25:12 to 26:09

Ransom Fox - Episode 85 - 26:09 to 27:59

Thank you so much for listening! For more information or to get connected with me, please email lily@bethechangepodcast.org or find me on Instagram at @bethechangepodcast.

Charlie Hillman

Wed, 18 May 2022 20:39:00 +0100

Change comes when you realize that you don’t need to change the world tomorrow. Charlie Hillman is a creator who has dabbled in poetry and writing but is now working on educating members of Gen Z about the importance and use of Non-Fungible Tokens or NFTs.

Sia Minhas

Wed, 11 May 2022 20:47:00 +0100

Change comes when you lean in to your fears. Sia Minhas is the founder of Zenerations Long Island and an advisory board member of The Conversationalist. For more information or to get connected with Sia, find her on Instagram at @siaminhas.

Raquel Perry

Wed, 04 May 2022 21:31:00 +0100

Change comes when you become comfortable with the uncomfortable. Raquel Perry is an activist who is using poetry and spoken word as her medium to make a change. For more information or to get connected with Raquel, find her on Instagram at @rockysopoppy.

Denia Smith

Wed, 27 Apr 2022 21:14:00 +0100

Change comes when you recognize the beauty of community. Denia Smith is a youth advocate committed to fighting for gender and racial equity on a local, national, and international level. To get connected with Denia, find her on Instagram at @deniasmith_.

Annmarie Gajdos

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 18:04:00 +0100

Change comes when you’re open to any and all experiences. Annmarie Gajdos is a youth activist, content creator, podcast host, and aspiring lawyer who is committed to learning about others and sharing stories. For more information or to get connected with Annmarie, visit: https://www.annmariegajdos.com.

Rebecca Joseph

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 10:04:00 +0100

Change comes when you refuse to take no for an answer. Rebecca Joseph is the founder and co-executive director of Women in Politics which is an organization dedicated to making politics a more tangible career path for young women. For more information about Women in Politics, you can find the organization on Instagram at @womeninpolitics_.

Sierra Marie Bonn

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 11:48:00 +0100

Change comes when you reflect on what it means to be your authentic self. Sierra Marie Bonn is the founder of an organization called Let's Go Full STEAM Ahead! which is devoted to educating young women about pursuing careers in science, technology, engineering, art, and math. For more information or to get connected with Sierra, visit: https://sierrabonn.com/.

Joshua Gabriel Oluwaseyi

Wed, 23 Mar 2022 10:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you focus on your why. Joshua Gabriel Oluwaseyi is an environmental activist and the founder of LEARNBLUE working to inspire Gen-Z individuals to create sustainable solutions to global issues. For more information about LEARNBLUE, visit: https://learnblue.org.

Ryann Fineberg

Wed, 16 Mar 2022 21:29:00 +0000

Change comes when you start small. Ryann Fineberg is an animal rights and environmental activist who started her work after being inspired by a protest against the fur industry. To get connected with Ryann, you can find her on Instagram at @ryann.fineberg.

Paxton Smith

Wed, 09 Mar 2022 20:07:00 +0000

Change comes when you have an open mind. Paxton Smith is a reproductive rights activist, the author of A War on My Body: A War on My Rights, and an artist. To get connected with Paxton, you can find her on Instagram at @paxtonasmith.

Bruna Tavares

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 22:47:00 +0000

Change comes when you become comfortable with who you are and what you care about. Bruna Tavares is an intersectional activist who has a special passion for working in schools and advocating for education reform. To get connected with Bruna, you can find her on Instagram at @brunadtavares.

Eshan Vishwakarma

Wed, 23 Feb 2022 20:53:00 +0000

Change comes when you build up your personal skills. Eshan Vishwakarma is the founder of the docuseries Outspoken Narrative and is creating documentaries to educate people about pressing issues. For more information about Outspoken Narrative, visit http://outspokennarrative.org.

Rochelle Prasad

Wed, 16 Feb 2022 20:15:00 +0000

Change comes when you aren't afraid to ask for help. Rochelle Prasad is, among many other roles, the founder of the nonprofit, SPARK Foundation, an author, and an educator. For more information and to get connected with Rochelle, visit: https://www.rochelleprasad.net.

Francesca Reicherter

Wed, 09 Feb 2022 21:17:00 +0000

Change comes when you realize that your true self is your superpower. Francesca Reicherter is a mental health advocate and the founder of Inspiring My Generation. For more information about Inspiring My Generation, visit: https://inspiringmygeneration.org.

Ransom Fox

Wed, 02 Feb 2022 20:04:00 +0000

Change comes when you put the energy out and put the work in. Ransom Fox is involved in many different projects including the Hot Takes segment of The Conversationalist. For more information or to get connected with Ransom, follow him on Instagram at @ransomfoxdc.

Vasundhara Chaudhary

Wed, 26 Jan 2022 10:33:00 +0000

Change comes when you focus your work around helping humanity and the world. Vasundhara Chaudhary is a mental health advocate and the founder of Inspire Dose working to combat the stigma around mental health in India. For more information about Inspire Dose, visit: https://inspiredoseindia.wixsite.com/website.

Estella Struck

Wed, 19 Jan 2022 20:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you get as many people involved as possible. Estella Struck is using social media to educate people about sustainability, capitalism, and other issues related to environmentalism. You can find Estella on TikTok at @estellastruck2 to view her content.

Jonathan Lam

Wed, 12 Jan 2022 15:21:00 +0000

Change comes when you stay authentic. Jonathan Lam is an immigration rights and racial justice advocate based in New York. For more information or to get connected with Jonathan, follow him on Instagram at @lamjonathan_.

Isaias Hernandez

Wed, 05 Jan 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Change comes when we focus on unlearning and relearning. Isaias Hernandez is an environmental educator and content creator running the account @queerbrownvegan on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and Youtube. For more information or to get connected with Isaias, visit https://queerbrownvegan.com.

Jeeva Senthilnathan

Wed, 29 Dec 2021 15:25:00 +0000

Change comes when you take advantage of every opportunity. Jeeva Senthilnathan is, among many other titles, a mechanical engineering student and former political candidate who is combining her passions to make a change. To connect with Jeeva, find her on Instagram at @jeeva.senthilnathan.

Seth Breland

Wed, 22 Dec 2021 23:54:00 +0000

Change comes when you just lead. Seth Breland is a candidate for NY Assembly District 26 and could become one of the youngest elected officials in the history of New York. For more information about Seth's campaign, visit https://sethforny.com.

Rania Harrara

Wed, 15 Dec 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you become the hero that you needed when you were younger. Rania Harrara is an activist working with Girl Up Morocco to inspire girls to become a force for gender equality and social change. For more information about the United Nations Foundation's Girl Up initiative, visit https://girlup.org.

Sarah McGough

Wed, 01 Dec 2021 10:22:00 +0000

Change comes when you help the helpers. Sarah McGough is the founder of the Positive Change Project and is working to change the world by spreading kindness, positivity, and inspiration. For more information about the Positive Change Project, visit https://www.positivechangeproject.net.

Phoebe Omonira

Wed, 24 Nov 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you lean into your strengths. Phoebe Omonira is an empathy advocate, community organizer, and the Community Outreach Director for GenZ Girl Gang. For more information about GenZ Girl Gang, visit https://genzgirlgang.com.

Millie Bevan

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 09:51:00 +0000

Change comes when you make a difference for yourself. Millie Bevan is the founder of Our Happy Notes which began as an outlet for random acts of kindness and became a platform for Millie's mental health advocacy. For more information about Our Happy Notes, visit https://ourhappynotes.com.

Seika Brown

Wed, 10 Nov 2021 10:27:00 +0000

Change comes when you do the next best thing. Seika Brown is the founder of YLG Research through which she explores the state and definition of mental health across cultures. For more information or to get connected with Seika, visit https://www.seikabrown.com.

Adam Friedman

Wed, 03 Nov 2021 11:17:00 +0000

Change comes when you know the value of your work. Adam Friedman is an intersectional activist and an Executive Council member for Brady's Team ENOUGH working to end gun violence. For more information about Team ENOUGH, visit https://www.teamenough.org.

Bianca Hayles

Wed, 27 Oct 2021 20:17:00 +0100

Change comes when you realize that things are not always black and white. Bianca Hayles is a youth justice advocate and the founder of The Hidden Youth Campaign. For more information about The Hidden Youth Campaign or to get connected with Bianca, follow @thycampaign or @biancahayles on Instagram.

Shalmali Jadhav

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 09:20:00 +0100

Change comes when you spend time with yourself. Shalmali Jadhav is the founder of Empathy For You, a mental-health awareness organization, and You Lead which is focused on supporting young entrepreneurs. For more information or to get connected with Shalmali, find her on Instagram at @shalmaliee.

Poonam Rahman

Wed, 13 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you surround yourself with a great team. Poonam Rahman is the founder of two international nonprofits: Virtue Mental and Shattering Bias in STEAM. For more information about Virtue Mental, visit https://www.virtuemental.org. For more information about Shattering Bias in STEAM, visit https://www.shatterbias.org.

Natalie Magness

Wed, 06 Oct 2021 10:00:00 +0100

Change comes with passion and perseverance. Natalie Magness is working to empower young people to become leaders and advocate for their interests in her home country of Qatar. To connect with Natalie, follow her on Instagram at @nataliem.piano.

Stephan Abrams

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 23:21:00 +0100

Change comes when we prioritize saving lives. Stephan Abrams is the National Chapter Coordinator and the Brady Fellow for Team ENOUGH working to educate and mobilize young people in the movement against gun violence. For more information about Team ENOUGH, visit: https://www.teamenough.org.

Rida Yumn Ahmed

Wed, 15 Sep 2021 20:56:00 +0100

Change comes when you become the leader that creates more leaders. Rida Yumn Ahmed is a Gen Z growth hacker and a STEMinist working to make STEM fields more inclusive, particularly for women. To connect with Rida, follow her on Instagram at @the.renaissance.womxn.

Godwin Kevin

Wed, 08 Sep 2021 21:32:00 +0100

Change comes when you find what is important enough to you. Godwin Kevin is the founder of Inspire for Greatness which is an organization working to empower young people in Africa and around the world. For more information about Inspire for Greatness, visit https://www.inspireforgreatness.org.

Ranjana Iyer

Wed, 25 Aug 2021 20:51:00 +0100

Change comes when we prioritize what's important. Ranjana Iyer is the host of a podcast called Gen Z Voice as well as a reproductive rights advocate. For more information about Ranjana or to connect with her, find her on Instagram at @ranjanaiyer.

Zandy Wong

Wed, 18 Aug 2021 20:25:00 +0100

Change comes when we celebrate our differences. Zandy Wong is an advocate working to shatter inequities faced by people with disabilities. For more information about Zandy or to get connected with her, visit her Instagram at @zandy_wong.

Kiara Williams

Wed, 11 Aug 2021 19:37:00 +0100

Change comes when you put yourself first. Kiara Williams is one of the co-founders and now the president of Warriors in the Garden which is a collective of activists committed to non violent protest. For more information about Warriors in the Garden, visit https://warriorsinthegarden.org.

Alisha Aslam

Wed, 04 Aug 2021 23:37:00 +0100

Change comes when you stay consistent. Alisha Aslam is an intersectional activist focusing on educating people about Islamophobia. To get connected with Alisha, check out her Instagram at @alishaaslam_.

Riya Goel

Wed, 28 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100

Change comes at the intersections. Riya Goel is the author of The Gen-Z Book: The A to Z About Gen-Z as well as an intersectional activist. To check out Riya's book, visit https://www.amazon.com/Gen-Z-Book-about/dp/1636768261.

Anjali Chadha

Wed, 14 Jul 2021 08:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you look inward. Anjali Chadha is the founder of the nonprofit Empowered which is teaching young women of color technology skills while helping businesses. For more information about Empowered, visit https://getempowered.co.

Angeles Ponpa

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 13:45:00 +0100

Change comes when you empower people to think for themselves. Angeles Ponpa is the host of the podcast Politics with Angeles and the founder of Medea News. For more information about Angeles or to get connected with her, follow her on Instagram @angelesponpa.

Sarah LeClair

Wed, 30 Jun 2021 15:47:00 +0100

Change comes when you do your best. Sarah LeClair is an intersectional activist who organizes across a range of issues including LGBTQ rights. For more information or to get connected with Sarah, follow her on Instagram at @hecking_activist.

Sophie Beren

Wed, 23 Jun 2021 13:10:00 +0100

Change comes when you become a better conversationalist. Sophie Beren is the founder and CEO of The Conversationalist which is an online Gen Z community with the mission of unifying our generation through conversations. For more information about The Conversationalist, visit https://www.theconversationalist.com/.

Aaliyan Khan

Wed, 16 Jun 2021 09:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you make one person's day. Aaliyan Khan is the founder of The Positivity Project, co-host of the See Me Show podcast, and an aspiring life coach. For more information about Aaliyan or to connect with him, follow his Instagram @aaliyanskhan.

Natalie Salvatierra

Wed, 09 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you spread sunshine. Natalie Salvatierra is the founder of Solely Sunshine, an international mental health organization, and the author of the children's book “Do Not Worry, Little Donkey.” For more information and to check out Solely Sunshine, visit https://www.solelysunshine.com.

Trisha Beher

Wed, 02 Jun 2021 10:00:00 +0100

Change comes through artivism. Trisha Beher is an intersectional activist and the founder of The Art Shine Foundation which is working to foster leadership, service, and creativity through art in GenZ and their communities. For more information about The Art Shine Foundation, visit https://www.artshinefoundation.org.

Micah Dawanyi

Wed, 26 May 2021 09:00:00 +0100

Change comes when we let the seriousness of these issues inspire us. Micah Dawanyi is a civil rights activist, speaker, coach, and the published author of "Step Into My Shoes: Memoirs From the Other Side of America" which is a collection of his experiences as a young black man. To read Micah's book, visit https://www.amazon.com/Step-Into-My-Shoes-Memoirs-ebook/dp/B08DWKQ8P4.

Stephanie Hu

Wed, 19 May 2021 23:55:00 +0100

Change comes when you are receptive to feedback and want to do better. Stephanie Hu is the founder and executive director of Dear Asian Youth which is an an organization promoting intersectional activism through their digital platform, grassroots organizing, and community-based advocacy. For more information about Dear Asian Youth, visit https://www.dearasianyouth.org.

Jana Amin

Wed, 12 May 2021 10:00:00 +0100

Change comes when we let the world dance for everyone. Jana Amin is a girls' education activist working to change the narrative around Muslim women in America and around the world. For more information about Jana, visit https://www.janaamin.com.

Mimi Cole

Wed, 05 May 2021 14:54:00 +0100

Change comes when we start with self-reflection and discovery. Mimi Cole is the host of the podcast "The Lovely Becoming" as well as a therapist-in-training focusing on eating disorders and OCD. To listen to The Lovely Becoming and for more information about Mimi, visit https://mimi-cole.com.

Fatimata Cham

Wed, 28 Apr 2021 10:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you show up for yourself. Fatimata Cham is an organizer, activist, and poet who is using her own identity and experiences to shape her work. For more information about or to connect with Fatimata, visit https://www.fatimatacham.org.

Sam Gerry

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 11:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you navigate uncomfortable spaces. Sam Gerry is a mental health and suicide prevention activist as well as the co-founder of Kick It For A Cause. For more information about Kick It For A Cause, visit https://kickitforacause.org/#home-section.

Maddison Tory

Wed, 14 Apr 2021 21:10:00 +0100

Change comes when you use your own experiences to help others. Maddison Tory is a motivational speaker, health advocate and the founder of HUGS. For more information about Maddison or to support her projects, visit https://maddisontory.com.

Sophie Sandberg

Wed, 07 Apr 2021 09:00:00 +0100

Change comes through creativity. Sophie Sandberg is the founder of Catcalls of NYC and Chalk Back working to combat gender based violence, particularly catcalling and street harassment. For more information about Sophie's work and organizations, visit https://www.sophiesandberg.com.

Anthony David Jr.

Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0100

Change comes when you focus on you and your community. Anthony Davis Jr. is a gun violence prevention activist and member of Team ENOUGH which is the youth-led initiative by the Brady Campaign to Prevent Gun Violence. For more information about Team ENOUGH, visit https://www.teamenough.org.

Kacey Lee

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you pursue the issues that really matter to you. Kacey Lee is a racial equality and anti-sexual violence advocate, and we talked about the attacks in Atlanta on March 16th. To connect with Kacey, follow her on Instagram at @kceylee.

Adam Ashley

Wed, 17 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you're ready to learn. Adam Ashley is the co-founder and president of The Greater Good Initiative which is a youth-led policy think tank with the mission of promoting youth engagement and mobilization in the policy-making process. For more information about GGI, visit https://www.thegreatergoodinitiative.com.

Tyler Newman

Wed, 10 Mar 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you just do it. Tyler Newman is the creator of Afro Puff Chronicles and The Year of Mastery. To check out Afro Puff Chronicles, visit https://afropuffchronicles.com or follow the account on Instagram at afropuffchronicles.

Hailey Rodgers

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 09:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you rest in the knowledge that you are enough. Hailey Rodgers is a mental health activist and published author attending Queens University in Ontario, Canada. For more information about Hailey, visit https://haileyrodgers.com.

Hannah Alper

Wed, 24 Feb 2021 11:00:00 +0000

Change comes from finding an issue and adding your gift. Hannah Alper is a Canadian blogger, activist, published author, and so much more. Visit https://callmehannah.ca to check out her blog and follow Hannah on Instagram at thathannahalper.

Sarvani Kunapareddy

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you choose to fight for other people. Sarvani Kunapareddy is an immigration advocate and one of the founders of The Hidden Dream. For more information about The Hidden Dream, visit https://thehiddendream.org.

Serene Singh

Wed, 10 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you find your unique beauty. Among many other things, Serene Singh is a pageant queen, the founder of a nonprofit called The Serenity Project, and the University of Colorado's first female Rhodes Scholar. For more information about The Serenity Project, visit https://www.theserenityproject.org.

Andrea Alejandra Gonzales

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Change comes out of necessity. Andrea Alejandra Gonzales is a self-proclaimed "radical lover" and queer mestiza advocate. To follow along with Andrea, check out her Instagram at mestizawomanist.

Nick Kimble

Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you listen in order to understand others. Nick Kimble is an education activist in his home state of New Jersey, and he also runs his own business making custom watches. To connect with Nick, follow him on Instagram at nickimble. For more information about Civic Wave, visit https://civicwave.org.

Kait Ahern

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you realize that anyone can make a difference. Kait Ahern has worked on many different political campaigns including, most recently, Senator Jon Ossoff's in Georgia. To connect with Kait, follow her on Instagram at la.vie.en.kait.

Kahlil Greene

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 10:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you take the time to educate yourself about important issues. Kahlil Greene was the first Black student body president at Yale University, and we talked about his work in student government and about the insurrection at the US Capitol on January 6th. To connect with Kahlil, follow him on Instagram at kahlil.greene.

Karina Popovich

Wed, 06 Jan 2021 14:57:00 +0000

Change comes when you believe in yourself. Karina Popovich is using her superpower of 3D printing in the fight against COVID-19 by creating PPE for healthcare workers and others in need. To learn more about Makers for COVID-19, visit https://www.makersforcovid19.com.

Dustin Liu

Wed, 30 Dec 2020 12:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you figure out what you’re good at and what makes you feel like flying. Dustin Liu is the ninth US Youth Observer to the United Nations and represents youth voices at the UN General Assembly and other events.

Hannah Lucas

Wed, 23 Dec 2020 16:04:00 +0000

Change comes when you remember all of the people that you’re doing it for. Hannah Lucas developed the notOK app to serve as a panic button for people who may be struggling with mental health issues. For more information about the notOK app, visit https://www.notokapp.com.

Ziyaan Virji

Wed, 16 Dec 2020 15:46:00 +0000

Change comes when you use your privilege. Ziyaan Virji is the founder and CEO of For the Menstruator which is an organization working to create a world of menstrual equity. For more information about For the Menstruator, visit https://www.flow.page/forthemenstruator..

Kaylee Tyner

Wed, 09 Dec 2020 14:46:00 +0000

Change comes with bravery. Kaylee Tyner is a gun violence activist and the founder of #MyLastShot which provides stickers for students to place on their licenses and ID's authorizing photos of their bodies to be published if they die in a shooting. For more information about Team ENOUGH, visit https://www.teamenough.org.

Ruhani Walia

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 16:22:00 +0000

Change comes when you do the unsexy work. Ruhani Walia is a 17 year old activator who is working on a project to end maternal mortality in Nigeria. For more information about Ending Maternal Mortality, visit https://emm.health.

Em Odesser

Wed, 25 Nov 2020 14:20:00 +0000

Change comes when you take the hard route. Em Odesser is a writer, feminist, sex educator, and mental health advocate focusing on the intersections of sex, history, technology, and feminism. For more information about Em, visit http://www.emilyodesser.com.

Ela Gokcigdem

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 16:12:00 +0000

Change comes when you do what feels right. Ela Gokcigdem is an environmental activist with an organization called Youth Environmental Society through which she developed a baseline environmental curriculum for high school students. To get connected with Ela, follow her on Instagram @elagokcigdem.

Jack O’Connor

Wed, 11 Nov 2020 13:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you are an idealist in vision and a pragmatist in execution. Jack O'Connor is the founder of Moyo Nua, a sustainable business to benefit farmers in least-developed countries, and Ireland's former Youth Delegate to the United Nations. To read Jack's article I mention in the episode, visit https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/7-things-id-tell-my-burnt-out-self-jack-o-connor?trk=public.

Eli Samson

Wed, 04 Nov 2020 16:35:00 +0000

Eli Samson is the social chair of his fraternity, a peer counselor, and a community service leader at Washington and Lee University in rural Virginia where the student body is predominantly white, wealthy southerners. He is also a Filipino American, and he came out on October 11th to celebrate National Coming Out Day. To reach out to Eli, follow him on Instagram at eli_samson.

Supermajority

Wed, 28 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0000

Change comes when you make it your turn. Supermajority is an organization committed to affirming women's power through activism to build a more equitable future for all women... which starts at the ballot box now! For more information about Supermajority, visit https://supermajority.com.

Victoria Garrick

Wed, 21 Oct 2020 11:51:00 +0100

Change comes when we share our stories. Victoria Garrick is a mental health and body image advocate and the founder and CEO of The Hidden Opponent which raises awareness about student-athlete mental health. For more information about Victoria, follow her on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok, watch her Youtube videos, or listen to episodes of Real Pod.

Aalayah Eastmond

Wed, 14 Oct 2020 12:20:00 +0100

Change comes when you remember who you're fighting for. Aalayah Eastmond is an Executive Council Member at Team Enough and a Co-Founder of Concerned Citizens DC. For more information about Team Enough, visit https://www.teamenough.org.

Also, I apologize for the clicking sounds in Aalayah's interview; I guess Zoom didn't like me this week!

Allie Soper

Wed, 07 Oct 2020 11:36:00 +0100

Change comes when you find something you're passionate about. Allie Soper started a memorial fund, created a documentary, and became a drug awareness advocate following her brother's death when she was fourteen years old. For more information about the Clay Soper Memorial Fund, visit https://www.claysopermemorialfund.com.

BYP100

Wed, 23 Sep 2020 12:19:00 +0100

Change comes when we put our anger into action. BYP100 is an organization dedicated to creating economic, social, political, and educational freedom for all black people. For more information about BYP100, visit https://www.byp100.org.

Tay Anderson

Wed, 16 Sep 2020 12:29:00 +0100

Change comes when we create the future that we want to see. At 22 years-old, Tay Anderson is the youngest African American elected to office in Colorado history. To follow along with Tay's work on the Denver Public Schools Board of Education, follow him on Instagram and Twitter at tayandersonco.

The Lincoln Project

Wed, 09 Sep 2020 12:44:00 +0100

Change comes when you do what you know is right. The Lincoln Project is an organization of Republicans and former Republicans who are committed to defeating President Trump and Trumpism at the ballot box this November. For more information about The Lincoln Project, visit https://lincolnproject.us.

Dominic Onyekachi

Wed, 02 Sep 2020 11:49:00 +0100

Change comes when you get started. Dominic Onyekachi is the Co-founder and CEO of Akiddie, and his mission is to share socially conscious and representative African stories with African children and other young readers around the world. For more information about Akiddie, visit https://akiddie.com.ng.

Brittney Rodas

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 12:24:00 +0100

Change comes when we're courageous in our decision-making. When her father passed away after being denied Medicaid over $7, 25-year-old Brittney Rodas started her campaign for Pennsylvania State Representative. For more information about Brittney and her campaign, visit https://rodasforpa.com.

CovEducation

Wed, 19 Aug 2020 16:58:00 +0100

Change comes when we give back. CovEducation is a nonprofit committed to continuing K-12 education in the US during the COVID-19 outbreak. For more information, visit their website at https://www.coved.org.

RISE Colorado

Wed, 12 Aug 2020 14:30:00 +0100

Change comes through empowerment. RISE Colorado is an organization working to educate, engage, and empower low-income families and families of color to become change agents for educational equity in the most diverse school district in Colorado. For more information, visit http://www.rise-colorado.org.

Rachel Balkovec

Wed, 05 Aug 2020 17:43:00 +0100

Change comes when we step up to the plate. Rachel Balkovec is the first woman to be hired as a full-time hitting coach in the history of Major League Baseball. For more information about Rachel, visit https://www.rachelbalkovec.com.

Better Make Room

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 15:56:00 +0100

Change comes when we educate ourselves. Better Make Room’s mission is to provide a support network and resources for students applying to college and higher educational opportunities after high school. For more information, visit https://www.bettermakeroom.org.

Braven

Wed, 22 Jul 2020 13:14:00 +0100

Change comes when you find the cause that inspires you. Braven’s mission is to support underrepresented college students in securing their first jobs after graduation. For more information, visit https://bebraven.org.

Changeist

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 17:19:00 +0100

Change comes from strong relationships. Changeist's mission is to develop a community of young people who are passionate about creating a more just society based in Los Angeles and Stockton, California. For more information, visit https://changeist.org.

Marlow Baines

Wed, 08 Jul 2020 13:58:00 +0100

Change is made when we show up. Marlow Baines is the Youth Director of Earth Guardians which is an organization committed to inspiring and training environmental and social justice activists. For more information, visit https://www.earthguardians.org.

The Do Better Campaign

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 14:14:00 +0100

Change comes when we listen. The Do Better Campaign is an organization committed to raising awareness about gender-based violence on college campuses around the country. For more information, visit their website at https://www.dobettercampaign.org or connect with them on Instagram @thedobettercampaign.

Heritage, History, and Human Lives

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 01:18:00 +0100

Change will come when we agree that protecting human lives is more important than honoring heritage. This is my personal account of the June 22, 2020 protests in Washington DC.

The Community Enrichment Project

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 13:48:00 +0100

Change starts with civic education. The Community Enrichment Project is an organization focused on enhancing underserved communities in Washington DC by teaching young people about civic engagement. For more information, visit their website at https://www.thecepdc.org or connect with them on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook at thecepdc.

Concerned Citizens

Mon, 15 Jun 2020 14:06:00 +0100

Change comes from concern. Concerned Citizens of DC is an organization formed by young people who met at the protests at The White House and joined together to voice their common concerns. To read their list of demands mentioned in the episode, check out this link: https://justpaste.it/3bzvi.

Voices of the 2020 March on Washington

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 17:59:00 +0100

Change is coming. Hundreds of thousands of people attended the protests in Washington DC on Saturday, June 6th, and I want to share some of their stories as well as my own account of the events.

Aaron Covington

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 18:27:00 +0100

Change is organic. Aaron Covington and his friends started walking down the streets of Washington DC and found themselves leading a massive march through the city to the Lincoln Memorial on Tuesday, June 2nd.

DC Protests

Tue, 02 Jun 2020 16:13:00 +0100

Change takes guts. This is my personal account of the George Floyd protests in Washington DC on June 1st.