Dream of quitting your day job to become an entrepreneur? Making any big change? Get real, down & dirty advice from two real (awesome) women on how (and how not) to start your own business, deal with huge change & search for balance. Jenna Goodman and Nancy Jackson took the leap and quit their jobs as successful fundraisers to go all-in on Generous Change, their nonprofit fundraising consulting company. Come with them on their wacky entrepreneurial journey! Get inspiration to be more product ...
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Unsilencing Stories is a podcast reflecting the voices and experiences of people in smaller centres in B.C. and Alberta who have lost loved ones to fatal opioid overdoses. Across Canada, more than 30,000 people have died from toxic drug poisoning since 2016. In small towns and communities, the risk of overdose is much higher than in urban areas, because of a lack of harm reduction services and stigma about substance use. In this podcast, you will hear people in Cranbrook, Prince George, and ...
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Episode 27: Joseph Unterschute in Cranbrook, B.C. Remembers his Cousin Travis
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In this episode, you will hear Peter Eugene speaking with Joseph Unterschute in Cranbrook, B.C. about Joseph’s cousin Travis Paxton who experienced a fatal overdose.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 30: Shane Matthis Remembers his Friend Scotty
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In this episode, you’ll hear Colin Goddard interviewing Shane Mathis in Cranbrook, B.C. about Matthis' friend Scotty from Windermere, B.C., who died of liver disease related to alcoholism.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 29: Cameron Gauthier in Cranbrook, B.C. Remembers his Uncle
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In this episode, you will hear Cameron Westcott interviewing Cameron Gauthier in Cranbrook B.C. about Gauthier's uncle who experienced a fatal opioid overdose.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 28: Peter Eugene in Cranbrook, B.C. Discusses his own Non-Fatal Opioid Overdose
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In this episode, you will hear Joseph Unterschute and Peter Eugene speaking in Cranbrook, B.C. about Peter’s experience with his own non-fatal opioid overdose.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 19: Santana Jones Remembers her Ex-Partner Craig
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In this episode, you will hear Roland Soobotin speaking with Santana Jones in Cranbrook B.C. about her ex-partner, Craig, who died of an opioid overdose at age 28.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 20: Marianne Ryan in Cranbrook, B.C. Remembers her Friend Jarred
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In this episode, you will hear Jerome Desmarchais-Vogt speaking with Marianne Ryan in Cranbrook B.C. about her friend Jarred who both died from an opioid overdose.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 16: Amy Goodon in Cranbrook, B.C. Remembers her friend Brendan
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In this episode, you will hear Ben Vanloon speaking with Amy Goodon in Cranbrook, B.C. about her friend Brendan who experienced a fatal opioid overdose.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 17: Stacey Andrew in Cranbrook, B.C. Remembers her Ex-Boyfriend
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In this episode you will hear Rihanna Lopez speaking with Stacey Andrew in Cranbrook B.C. about Stacey's ex-boyfriend who experienced a fatal overdose.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 21: Colin Goddard in Cranbrook, B.C. Remembers a Friend
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In this episode, you will hear Shane Mathis interviewing Colin Goddard in Cranbrook, B.C. about his friend who died from an opioid overdose or drug-related accident.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 18: Roland Soobotin Remembers his Friend Frank
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In this episode you will hear Santana Jones speaking with Roland Soobotin in Cranbrook B.C. about his childhood friend, Frank, who died of alcoholism at age 49.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 22: Jaime Berg in Cranbrook, B.C. Remembers her Ex-Partner Timothy
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In this episode, you will hear Cory Hirt interviewing Jaime Berg in Cranbrook, B.C. about her ex-partner Timothy Atkinson who died from an opioid overdose in Edmonton, Alberta.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 23: Clinton Gravelle in Cranbrook, B.C. Remembers his Cousin
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In this episode, you will hear Sydnee Trasca interviewing Clinton Gravelle in Cranbrook, B.C. about his cousin who died from an opioid overdose.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 24: Sydnee Traska in Cranbrook, B.C. Remembers her Uncle
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In this episode, you will hear Clinton Gravelle interviewing Sydnee Traska in Cranbrook, B.C. about her uncle who experienced a fatal overdose.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 25: Bowe McDonald in Cranbrook, B.C. Remembers his Friend John
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In this episode, you will hear Myles Toddington and Bowe McDonald speaking in Cranbrook, B.C. about Bowe’s friend John who experienced a fatal opioid overdose at age 22.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 26: Myles Toddington in Cranbrook, B.C. Remembers his Friend Steve
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In this episode, you will hear Bowe McDonald speaking with Myles Toddington in Cranbrook, B.C. about Myle’s friend Steve who experienced a fatal opioid overdose.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 15: Juls Budau in Prince George, B.C. Remembers Her Friend Blair Lauren
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In this episode, you'll hear Rachael McKerracher in Fort St. James, B.C., speaking with Juls Budau, a harm reduction worker based in Prince George, B.C.. Budau speaks about their mutual friend, Blair Lauren, who died at age 34 in Montreal, QC in November 2021.
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Episode 11: Ramsey Whitfield in Prince George, B.C. Remembers His Friend Riley
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In this episode, you’ll hear Loriana Cahoose speaking with Ramsey Whitfield in Prince George, B.C. about his friend Riley who experienced a fatal overdose at age 38.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 12: Stephanie Norton in Prince George, B.C. Remembers Her Former Partner
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In this episode, you’ll hear Shauna Russell speaking with Stephanie Norton in Prince George, B.C. about Stephanie’s former partner who experienced a fatal overdose.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 13: Shauna Russell in Prince George, B.C. Remembers Her Friend
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In this episode, you’ll hear Stephanie Norton speaking with Shauna Russell in Prince George, B.C. about her friend who experienced a fatal overdose in 2016.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 14: Monique Gognou Remembers Her Brother
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In this episode, you’’ll hear Terrance West speaking with Monique Gognou in Prince George, B.C. about her brother who died from an opioid overdose at age 42.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 8: Lisa Gundlach in Prince George, B.C. Remembers Her Friend Edmond
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In this episode, you’’ll hear Curtis Rajacich speaking with Lisa Gundlach about her friend Edmond who died from a fatal overdose.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 9: Curtis Rajacich Remembers His Friend Michael
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In this episode, you’’ll hear Lisa Gundlach speaking with Curtis Rajacich about his friend Michael who experienced a fatal overdose at age 41.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 10: Rachael McKerracher in Fort St. James, B.C. Remembers Her Friend Blair Lauren
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In this episode, you'll hear Juls Budau, a harm reduction worker based in Prince George, B.C., speaking with her friend Rachael McKerracher in Fort St. James, B.C. McKerracher remembers their mutual friend Blair Lauren who died at age 34 in Montreal, QC in November 2021.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 7: Taija McLuckie in Courtenay, B.C. Remembers Her Cousin Brandon
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In this episode, you’ll hear Tiffany Vaughan interviewing Taija McLuckie who lives in Courtenay, B.C. about her cousin Brandon who experienced a fatal overdose at age 26.
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Episode 6: Tiffany Vaughan Remembers Her Brother Cory
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In this episode, you’ll hear Taija McLuckie interviewing Tiffany Vaughan who lives in Turney Valley, Alberta about her brother Cory who experienced a fatal overdose in October 2021 in Medicine Hat, Alberta at age 48. Tiffany's podcast, Hard Beautiful JourneyBy Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 5: Charlene Vermeer and Elizabeth Sawatzky in Chilliwack, B.C. Remember Their Son and Partner, Kevin Sawatzky.
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In this episode of Unsilencing Stories, you will hear Charlene Vermeer and Elizabeth Sawatzky in Chilliwack, B.C, remember their son and partner, Kevin Sawatzky, who experienced a fatal opioid overdose in June 2020, two weeks before he would have turned 46.By Unsilencing Stories
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Episode 3: Rhonda Watt speaks with Tamerel Richard in Lloydminster, Alta about her brother Tyrone Hickey
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In this episode, you’ll hear Rhonda Watt speaking with Tamerel Richard in Lloydminster, Alta. about her brother Tyrone Hickey.
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Episode 2: Kari Ursulescu in Medicine Hat, Alberta Remembers her Partner Riley Dawson
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In this episode of Unsilencing Stories, you’ll hear Kym Porter interviewing Kari Ursulescu in Medicine Hat, Alberta about her partner Riley Dawson who experienced a fatal opioid overdose in 2016.
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Episode 4: Rhonda Watt in Lloydminster, Alta. remembers her son Eric
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Episode 1: Kym Porter in Medicine Hat, Alberta Remembers her Son Neil
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In this episode of Unsilencing Stories, you’ll hear Kari Ursulescu interviewing Kym Porter in Medicine Hat, Alberta about her son Neil Balmer, who died from fentanyl poisoning at age 31 in 2016.
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On day 1656, it’s part two of “What’s in a name?” We dig into the “Generous” in Generous Change. It’s amazing how many things one little word can mean. For us, generosity lies in time, attention and opinion. What does “generous” mean to you? When do you feel most generous? When have other people been generous to you? For bonus points, what’s the op…
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More than 1627 days ago, we chose to name our business (and our podcast!) Generous Change. Coming up with a name was crazy hard! So, we're reflecting on its meaning, how much Generous Change represents not only our business, but who we are and who we want to be for the amazing people we serve. In this episode, we're tackling the "Change" in Generou…
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Leaders eat last. Lead from every seat. Leaders are made not born. When it comes to leadership, you can find plenty of corporate jargon and coffee mug slogans. What we forget is a leader is someone people follow - for good or for bad. On day 1607 of entrepreneurship, we're digging into what leadership really means to us and the kind of leadership w…
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We're still here! But it's been a minute...or six months...since our last podcast. On day 1593 of entrepreneurship we're going behind-the-scenes on where we've been, lessons we've learned, painful personal growth 2022 has forced us into, and where we're goin' if the universe allows it. There's some expletives, hard topics and a few tears, so buckle…
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How do you recenter? Refocus? Recharge? For us, it’s a RETREAT! What better way to reaffirm your purpose, restate your core values and reignite your excitement than a beautiful getaway? This year, we headed to Santa Fe for great food, a tough hike, a spa experience and 4 days of focused, creative time together . Whether you’re a business-owner, tea…
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WE’VE HIRED! As we eek ever-closer to 4 years of entrepreneurship, we’ve hired our very first Chief Growth Officer for Generous Change. We were blown away by the awesome applicants who responded to our job posting. If you’re experiencing any part of The Great Resignation - whether you’re on your own job search or you’re trying to hire someone amazi…
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We closed for one whole month?! If you’ve ever dreamed of a little sabbatical or at least more than the standard 2-weeks of vacation per year, we’re right there with you! In our high hopes to prioritize vacation, we’re exploring how closing the business for 30 days worked…and didn’t. On day 1415 of entrepreneurship, we’re still learning big lessons…
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On day 1275 of entrepreneurship, we're at the very edge of launching our brand new major gifts course for small nonprofits called Raise Money. Check it out and register here! Warning: there's a bit of rambling in the first 8 minutes of this long-delayed podcast because we just needed a dang break! After brainstorming, writing, rewriting, filming an…
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You know that feeling when you've been thinking on something so hard your brain actually hurts? You've just been chewing on it and churning it over and over in your mind and then...wham!...you have a breakthrough 💡. And it feels like freedom and lightness and sunshine ☀️. On day 1219 of entrepreneurship, we're exploring the pain and the satisfactio…
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This winter has been brutal! If you're feeling like a starving, sleepy bear coming out of hibernation, you're not alone. On day 1191 of entrepreneurship, we're overly excited about spring and exploring 4 ways we're experiencing renewal - physically in our diet and exercise 🏋️♀️ (here's a sweet dance class that'll leave you smiling and sweaty), emo…
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If the phrase "the new normal" makes you puke a little 🤢, you're not alone. On day 1176 of entrepreneurship, we're calling it "the new better." The pandemic has caused us all to go through a forced elimination diet in our lives. We had to cut out flying, restaurants, parties, live music, holidays and worst of all, hugs. 😢 As you edge toward the pos…
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Planning?! 2020 blew up so many of our best-laid plans. So far, 2021 isn't exactly easy breezy, either. When so much feels out of control, what's the point of planning? What if your plans are less about improving yourself and checking the boxes and more about how you want to feel? On day 1142 of entrepreneurship, we're exploring a different kind of…
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2020 may have been the most tumultuous year on record. Generous Change crashed, burned and was reborn. This year shaped us in ways we never expected and, on day 1115 of entrepreneurship, we're reflecting on the good and the terrible. With insane gratitude, a new-found humility and dogged determination, we're asking big questions to make the most of…
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SLIMY, SMARMY, AGGRESSIVE: When author, Dan Pink, asked 5000 people for the first word that came to their minds when they thought of sales, these were the top three. But, the truth is we are ALL selling EVERY DAY. You sell project ideas to your boss, restaurant choices to your partner and picking up toys to your kids. On day 1087 of entrepreneurshi…
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WINTER IS COMING. On day 1077 of entrepreneurship, it's getting cold here in Kansas. Which means it's dark way too early and there's less time outside. Which just plain sucks. But we're not letting winter bring us down! This episode is all about winterproofing. What are the little things you can do to protect yourself from the winter blues? Can you…
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On day 1058, just a few days after our 3-year business-iversary, we're still experiencing firsts. Nancy just bought and moved into her very own beautiful home! Jenna just bought her very first set of wireless headphones (which don't sound as good on the ol' podcast, but sure are comfy on Zoom). The older we get, the less we experience firsts. When'…
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In the Halloween spirit, we're digging deep into tricks: What tricks do you play on yourself to get through the day, the week or just plain old tough times? What good and bad things have you tricked yourself into believing? And treats: What are your favorite Treat Yo Self moments? Where were you? Who were you with? What can you do now, during this …
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On day 1037, our 3-person start-up is just 2 months away from being three years old. We're doing grown-up business things like an 8-month review for our fabulous COO, Kelsey. Despite Kelsey's dislike of reviews, we all recognized the power of this one for our company. After many of the scariest months in our lives and the life of this business, we …
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Why is September always so busy? Is it the start of school? Is it because it's the end of summer, so we all feel like we're supposed to get down to business? We’ve heard from so many amazing ladies that they're feeling stretched thin right now. And honestly, always. This feeling of never-enough, has Nancy and me obsessing over this tough question: …
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On day 1009, Generous Change has gone wild! After a magical time in the mountains, we're feeling recharged, calm and oddly free. Listen for the birds in the background as we explore what makes us feel wild and free. When have you felt most free? What does nature mean to you? When's the last time you did something hard and scary? When, where and wit…
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