Best Homegrown Heroes Podcasts (2024)

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Special Report: Homegrown By Heroes Veterans farmers Market 56:30

7h ago56:30

56:30

For the People spent a recent weekend proudly patronizing the Homegrown by Heroes Farmer’s Market at Guardians Farm in Southbury. We took the opportunity to meet and chat with a number of inspiring and aspiring veteran farmers along with representatives of several agencies supporting the cause. So, check out our conversations with the Guardian Farm…

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United Way of Connecticut - 988 Anniversary 17:06

3d ago17:06

17:06

We're checking in with United Way of Connecticut, which is celebrating 988 - the National Suicide Prevention hotline. We'll learn why callers to 988 in Connecticut connect to caring, well-trained intervention and support specialists, as well as a wealth of resources that can help address the very issues causing callers' anxiety and hopelessness.…

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Career Resources, Inc. - 'Thor Tour' 20:31

4h ago20:31

20:31

Listen in as we take a call from the Iowa / Wisconsin border to speak with a cross country cyclist and board member for Career Resources, Inc. who is pedaling from Norwalk to Oregon to raise over $100,000 to support the job training, workforce development, and second-chance career opportunities for thousands of qualified individuals in the region.…

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All Our Kin 19:19

4h ago19:19

19:19

We're thrilled to bring back the co-founder of All Our Kin, a national nonprofit organization training, supporting, and sustaining family child care educators. There's lots to chat about as All Our Kin turns 25 years old, celebrates its latest career training class graduates, and prepares for their upcoming first-ever gala.…

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All Our Kin - Career Resources, Inc. 'Thor Tour' - United Way of Connecticut 988 Anniv. 59:04

5h ago59:04

59:04

We're thrilled to bring back the co-founder of All Our Kin, a national nonprofit organization training, supporting, and sustaining family child care educators. There's lots to chat about as All Our Kin turns 25 years old, celebrates its latest career training class graduates, and prepares for their upcoming first-ever gala. Then, we'll take a call …

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New Haven Legal Assistance Assoc. 16:34

4h ago16:34

16:34

We're catching up with the New Haven Legal Assistance Association - celebrating 60 years of providing legal advice, brief service, and full representation to qualified individuals; while strategically prioritizing legal work to make systemic improvements benefitting low-income people; all while engaging in community education and outreach.…

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AARP Connecticut 20:57

4d ago20:57

20:57

We're continuing our conversations with AARP Connecticut, unveiling seven organizations throughout the state receiving 2024 Community Challenge grants. We'll also prep you for a new round of grants available to implement quick-action projects to help communities like yours become more livable by improving public places; transportation; housing; dig…

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Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter 20:21

4h ago20:21

20:21

Branford's Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter is a temporary home to guinea pigs, chinchillas, rabbits, dogs, puppies, cats and kittens, who would love to be part of your family. But the shelter is also facing unique challenges that could use your help - so along with educating you on their work, we'll be inviting you out to the shelter's upcoming Music &…

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How Philanthropy Shapes Communities: Insights from Monique Barrie 37:33

3h ago37:33

37:33

Monique Barrie discusses her journey on the #CanadianPodcast with ZAK from dentistry to entrepreneurship, philanthropy, and the #AlbertaFilmIndustry.She shares insights on leadership, delegation, and the importance of community engagement. The conversation also touches on the arts, culture, and the impact of childhood experiences on personal and pr…

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Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter - AARP Connecticut - New Haven Legal Assistance Assoc. 1:00:05

16d ago1:00:05

1:00:05

Branford's Dan Cosgrove Animal Shelter is a temporary home to guinea pigs, chinchillas, rabbits, dogs, puppies, cats and kittens, who would love to be part of your family. But the shelter is also facing unique challenges that could use your help - so along with educating you on their work, we'll be inviting you out to the shelter's upcoming Music &…

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Connecticut Clean Energy Industry Report 15:46

20d ago15:46

15:46

This segment dives into another aspect of our environmental health - specifically the state' clean energy industries - which continue to multiply their reciprocal returns to the tune of $7.68 billion to the state’s Gross Regional Product. We'll bring in a principal from the firm that put the report together to unpack what it all means, so tune in!…

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CT Rides Climate Challenge 21:39

20d ago21:39

21:39

We're heading to the intersection where transportation meets environmental health - as we bring in a panel talking about the Connecticut DOT 2024 CT Rides Climate Challenge. During the Challenge, residents across Connecticut united to reduce their carbon footprint by choosing sustainable travel options rather than driving alone.…

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Closer to Free Ride 2024 22:52

20d ago22:52

22:52

Our first program of July introduces you to an invested "spokesperson" to chat about how you can get involved in the 2024 Closer to Free Ride fueling research and care at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center while giving riders of all levels the chance to experience five professionally designed and fully supported routes ranging from 10 to…

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Closer to Free Ride 2024 - CT Rides Climate Challenge - Connecticut Clean Energy Industry Report 1:02:20

23d ago1:02:20

1:02:20

Our first program of July is going to introduce you to an invested "spokesperson" to chat about how you can get involved in the 2024 Closer to Free Ride fueling research and care at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center while giving riders of all levels the chance to experience five professionally designed and fully supported routes ranging…

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Northwest Region Workforce Investment Board (NRWIB) 16:22

27d ago16:22

16:22

For the People is connecting with the boss from the Northwest Region Workforce Investment Board (NRWIB) - which has a lot to celebrate lately as they facilitate the launch of a number of programs fortifying our state's high-tech manufacturing businesses, our state environmental protection agency, and providing opportunities for youth and adults to …

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CatalystCT 21:32

27d ago21:32

21:32

Tune in and learn about the new name and stepped up mission of a long-tenured and extremely vital human services organization: RYASAP is now CatalystCT, and For the People is chatting with its President and CEO to discover what's behind this new image and how the agency is stepping-up its game supporting underserved and marginalized youth, families…

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Connecticut Foodshare 19:35

27d ago19:35

19:35

While summer offers a great break - especially for many young people and college-age students - it's also the time of peak hunger, putting increasing pressure on hundreds of food pantries and other agencies. So, For the People is bringing in the Connecticut Foodshare's CEO to explain why and what you can do about it.…

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CTFoodshare - CatalystCT - Northwest Region Workforce Investment Board 59:40

30d ago59:40

59:40

While summer offers a great break for many young people and college-age students, it's also the time of peak hunger and visits to the hundreds of partners working with CTFoodshare. That's right, our state's hunger crisis goes into overdrive every summer, and we're bringing in the CEO from CTFoodshare to explain why and what you can do about it. The…

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Pride Month Series Pt. 4 - Triangle Community Center 17:28

1M ago17:28

17:28

Our Pride Month Series continues with new voices representing a long-established LGBTQ support agency - Norwalk's Triangle Community Center. Meet the agency's two top leaders who have each recently arrived in those jobs bring with them a wealth of professional and life experiences to help propel Triangle to do even more to welcome and support our L…

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CT Humanities 19:58

1M ago19:58

19:58

Check out our chat with the director of Connecticut Humanities about a very important session he will be part of at this year's International Festival of Arts & Ideas, as well as his team's work encouraging curiosity, understanding and critical thinking by producing programs throughout the state connecting people and ideas.…

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CT Housing Partners 20:23

1M ago20:23

20:23

Connecticut's "housing crisis" isn't a sensational catch phrase - it's a fact. And the combined shortage of housing units and lack of affordable places to live for our families and workforce is negatively affecting our economy and even the quality of life in many communities across the region. So, we're bringing back Connecticut Housing Partners to…

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CT Housing Partners - Triangle Community Center - CT Humanities 1:00:00

1M ago1:00:00

1:00:00

Connecticut's "housing crisis" isn't a sensational catch phrase - it's a fact. And the combined shortage of housing units and lack of affordable places to live for our families and workforce is negatively affecting our economy and even the quality of life in many communities across the region. So, we're bringing back Connecticut Housing Partners to…

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Make Music CT / CT Office of the Arts 16:35

1M ago16:35

16:35

And we'll close getting you ready to hear or make music right in your own community or neighborhood. Make Music Day Connecticut is this Friday, so we'll chat about it with our State Troubadour and a rep from the CT Cultural Coalition. We'll also brief you on how to apply to be our next State Troubadour or Poet Laureate - and the upcoming round of g…

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Swim Across America-Fairfield County 18:51

1M ago18:51

18:51

Whether you want to swim, boat, paddle, or just hang out on dry land and be part of the festivities and fundraising for critical, groundbreaking cancer research, there's a place for you as part of the upcoming 18th Swim Across America-Fairfield County. Tune in and learn all about how to get involved!…

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Pride Month Series Pt. 3 - Greater Bridgeport Pride 21:20

1M ago21:20

21:20

The next segment in our Pride Month series features Greater Bridgeport Pride - an organization 14 years strong raising awareness of the vibrant local LGBTQ+ community, offering a platform for creative expression, and connecting the community to work opportunities for queer creatives. There's big news and a huge celebration planned for Pride Week st…

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Swim Across America-Fairfield County - Greater Bridgeport Pride - Make Music Day / CT Office of the Arts 58:50

1M ago58:50

58:50

Whether you want to swim, boat, paddle, or just hang out on dry land and be part of the festivities and fundraising for critical, groundbreaking cancer research, there's a place for you as part of the upcoming 18th Swim Across America-Fairfield County. Tune in and learn all about how to get involved! Then, the next segment in our Pride Month series…

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Pride Month Series Pt. 2 - EqualityCT 14:24

2M ago14:24

14:24

Where can the LGBTQ+ community in greater Waterbury and statewide turn for statehouse leadership - as well as growing social and support networks? For the People is picking up on our Pride Month series introducing @EqualityCT - a queer-led, grassroots organization rooted in social justice values, advocating for progressive change, celebrating Conne…

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AARP-CT's Legislative Lookback 22:18

2M ago22:18

22:18

Did this year's General Assembly session produce any legislation aimed at the state's rapidly aging population that benefits all of us? For the People is going to start unpacking some of the results of the 2024 General Assembly session with our colleagues from @AARPCT. Hear about new legislation that may be affecting you - whether you are old enoug…

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Meet CT's Director of Tourism! 21:18

2M ago21:18

21:18

Who wants to @VisitConnecticut - or even 'stay-cation' here, you ask? Well - last year Connecticut welcomed 68 million travelers exploring the state, generating over $1.1 billion in revenue across our 169 cities and towns. How are we going to beat that in 2024 and beyond?? We'll clue you in as For the People chats up Connecticut's new uniquely expe…

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CT's Director of Tourism - Equality CT - AARP Legislative Lookback 1:00:15

2M ago1:00:15

1:00:15

Who wants to come to Connecticut - or 'stay-cation' here, you ask? Well - last year Connecticut welcomed 68 million travelers exploring the state, generating over $1.1 billion - with a 'B' - in revenue across our 169 cities and towns. How are we going to beat that in 2024 and beyond?? We'll clue you in as we bring in Connecticut's uniquely experien…

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Pride Month Series Pt. 1 - State Rep Dominique E. Johnson 18:22

2M ago18:22

18:22

June is here - and that means it's Pride Month - so listen in as we participate in an engaging and empowering conversation with Connecticut State Rep Dominique E. Johnson - proudly serving Norwalk and Westport. After being out for over three decades, hear how Rep. Johnson advocates for some of the youngest and most marginalized members of our LGBTQ…

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Pride Month '24 w State Rep Dominique E. Johnson - Epilepsy Foundation of CT / BioHaven - Read to Grow 1:00:10

2M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

It's the first weekend of June and that means it's Pride Month, so listen in as we participate in an engaging and empowering conversation with Connecticut State Rep Dominique E. Johnson - proudly serving Norwalk and Westport. After being out for over three decades, hear how Rep. Johnson advocates for some of the youngest and most marginalized membe…

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Read to Grow 18:51

2M ago18:51

18:51

Over nearly the past quarter century, Read to Grow has helped promote and sustain healthy reading habits and literacy for tens of thousands of children and families. Stay tuned and learn how you can get involved.By For the People

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Epilepsy Foundation of CT / BioHaven 21:51

2M ago21:51

21:51

Tune in and learn more about a health issue impacting over 30,000 individuals across the state - epilepsy - with two knowledgeable reps from the Epilepsy Foundation of CT touting their upcoming golf tourney and this summer's Camp Courage - and we'll meet a rep from BioHaven who will help see if you are qualified for that company's two latest epilep…

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BHCare / A Chance to Shine 14:00

2M ago14:00

14:00

We want to lure you out to Oxford on June 1 for one of the Naugatuck Valley and Shoreline's biggest celebrations benefiting BHCare - A Chance to Shine. The funds raised at this huge family event and the online auction happening now will help countless children, adults and families in your community as they strive to recover from mental illness, sub…

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BHCare / A Chance to Shine - Epilepsy Foundation of CT / BioHaven - Read to Grow 55:20

2M ago55:20

55:20

Today we're going to open luring you out to Oxford on June 1 for one of the Naugatuck Valley and Shoreline's biggest celebrations benefiting BHCare - A Chance to Shine. The funds raised at this huge family event and the online auction happening now will help countless children, adults and families in your community as they strive to recover from me…

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CT Main Street Center 20:31

2M ago20:31

20:31

Are you loving your downtown? We're chatting about the teachers and tireless cheerleaders for Connecticut’s downtowns and village centers who are part of CT Main Street Center. Recognizing our downtowns serve as the social and economic heart of our communities, find out how this agency is helping others understand the significant impact thriving ma…

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CT Council on Environmental Quality 15:18

2M ago15:18

15:18

We're turning our attention to our water, air, our open spaces, and our environment as we review some of the high points of the latest Annual Report issued by Connecticut's Council on Environmental Quality. How are we doing? There's a few surprising new developments - some not so good.By For the People

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Girl Scouts of Connecticut 20:29

2M ago20:29

20:29

Girl Scouts of Connecticut just welcomed a new chief executive officer, and we connected to bring you one of her first media interviews! Listen to what this accomplished attorney and human resources executive has to say, learn about her lifelong connections to the Girl Scout movement, and how she plans to put her unique stamp on its leadership here…

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Girl Scouts of Connecticut - CT Council on Environmental Quality - CT Main Street Center 58:40

2M ago58:40

58:40

Girl Scouts of Connecticut just welcomed a new chief executive officer, and we connected to bring you one of her first media interviews! Listen to what this accomplished attorney and human resources executive has to say, learn about her lifelong connections to the Girl Scout movement, and how she plans to put her unique stamp on its leadership here…

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Yoga in Our City 14:36

3M ago14:36

14:36

Are there any free local and public facing exercise programs available where I live this summer? For the People wants to give you a great reason to better maintain or kick-start a healthier, happier life right down the street. Yes, the 2024 season of Yoga In Our City is ramping up now - so stick around and learn how you can be part of this popular …

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The 29th International Festival of Arts & Ideas 20:14

3M ago20:14

20:14

How many cool, must-see and free events are being provided at the International Festival of Arts & Ideas this year? For the People is heading to New Haven, because it's almost time for the main events of the 29th International Festival of Arts & Ideas. We'll catch up with the festival's very busy executive director to brief you on all the highlight…

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RYASAP - Recovery-friendly Workplaces 22:19

3M ago22:19

22:19

Could your employer do a better job at - or benefit from - retaining and supporting workers in recovery? For the People is circling back to discuss how workplaces are continuing to play a growing role in the successful recovery of folks fighting to escape from addiction and substance use disorder. Our reps from RYASAP - the Regional Youth Adult Soc…

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RYASAP Recovery Friendly Workplaces - 29th International Festival of Arts & Ideas - Yoga In Our City 59:25

3M ago59:25

59:25

Today we're talking about how workplaces are playing a growing role in the successful recovery of individuals fighting the good fight to escape from addiction and substance use disorder. Our reps from RYASAP - the Regional Youth Adult Social Action Partnership - will join us to talk about how your workplace can be part of the solution when it comes…

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Goodwill of Western/Northern CT 23:44

3M ago23:44

23:44

How can you de-clutter, get a tax write off, and help alternately-abled folks overcome homelessness or employment challenges? Batting clean-up for the first For the People of May is the new Co-CEO from Goodwill of Western & Northern CT. She'll be reminding everyone why getting your spring cleaning done can help job seekers, support homeless veteran…

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10th Annual ACS Women Leading the Way to Wellness Luncheon 20:09

3M ago20:09

20:09

How did a group of women and cancer survivors establish a decade-long tradition of recognizing heroes in the fight against cancer? For the people called on a couple of organizers for the 10th annual Women Leading the Way to Wellness Luncheon luncheon benefiting the American cancer Society and delivering important information to attendees about awar…

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Impact Fairfield County 18:08

3M ago18:08

18:08

Which local nonprofits will be learning this week if they are receiving up to $100k in transformational grants? On May 8, Impact Fairfield County - one of the County’s leading female giving organizations - will be awarding five finalists transformational grants for as much as $100,000. So, tune in and learn more about these nonprofits and this coll…

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Impact Fairfield County - 10th Annual WLWW Luncheon - Goodwill of Western/Northern CT 1:04:09

3M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

On May 8, Impact Fairfield County - one of the County’s leading female giving organizations - will be awarding five finalists transformational grants for as much as $100,000. So, tune in and learn more about these nonprofits and this collective giving organization whose mission is to empower women to engage in local philanthropy. Then, meet a coupl…

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AAA Northeast Seasonal Update 21:04

3M ago21:04

21:04

For the People is welcoming back our source at AAA Northeast to focus on the rapidly increasing incidents of pedestrian / cyclist tragedies, legislative initiatives related to traffic safety, EV trends, gas price escalation, and some good news about getting you the air travel refunds you may have coming.…

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CT Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas 21:49

3M ago21:49

21:49

As Connecticut charts its course toward election season, For the People caught up with Secretary of the State Stephanie Thomas to discuss civics education, civic engagement and several things voters need to know as they consider participating in early voting for the August 13th primaries and November Presidential Election.…

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