BONUS: SOUND OF HOPE: The Story of Possum Trot

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In our second installment of the Small Business Starter Kit series - we’re tackling a topic that’s sometimes tricky, sometimes confusing, but ever-present: taxes. Hosts Austin and Jannese have an insightful conversation with entrepreneur Isabella Rosal who started 7th Sky Ventures , an exporter and distributor of craft spirits, beer, and wine. Having lived and worked in two different countries and started a company in a heavily-regulated field, Isabella is no stranger to navigating the paperwork-laden and jargon-infused maze of properly understanding taxes for a newly formed small business. Join us as she shares her story and provides valuable insight into how to tackle your business’ taxes - so they don’t tackle you. Learn more about how QuickBooks can help you grow your business: QuickBooks.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

about a year ago 45:31

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The fight for children starts July 4, 2024.

In this bonus episode of the We Are Children's Division Podcast, our hosts are joined by Shasta Miller and Jessica Huckstep, the hosts of the Call to Foster Podcast, and Rebekah Weigel, Writer and Producer of "SOUND OF HOPE: The Story of Possum Trot". Hear from Rebekah about the writing process, the characters, and the true story of Possum Trot, Texas, as well as her experience as a foster parent and social worker. Rebekah has great advice and practical solutions that you need to hear. You don't want to miss this movie - get your tickets today!

Want more information about how you can host a private showing of this film? Learn more on the Angel Studios website.

39 episodes

BONUS: SOUND OF HOPE: The Story of Possum Trot

We are Children's Division

published about a year ago

MP3•Episode home

The fight for children starts July 4, 2024.

Want more information about how you can host a private showing of this film? Learn more on the Angel Studios website.

39 episodes

#Society #Government #Missouri Department Of Social Services #Politics #Child Welfare #Foster Care #Adoption #Child Abuse And Neglect #Childrens Division #Social Work #Child Safety

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Meet Deputy Director of Field Operations Pam Alston 43:33

11 weeks ago43:33

43:33

Children's Division has a new Deputy Director of Field Operations, Pam Alston. We are so excited to have this new position and Pam to fill it. Pam is enthusiastic about how this new role can support the regions and help improve outcomes for the families and children served by the Children's Division. Pam has been featured as a guest on past podcasts. In case you missed it, you can hear her introduction as a Regional Director with Lisa Crawford and her story as an adoptive parent on The Call to Foster Podcast.…

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BONUS EPISODE: Meet Interim Children's Division Director Kayla Ueligger 49:52

16 weeks ago49:52

49:52

Get to know the Interim Children's Division Director, Kayla Ueligger! Kayla shares her journey to and through Children's Division, her heart for serving others, and her deep and meaningful "why" for doing this work! She has a personal connection to Children's Division and experience on the frontlines of child welfare that informs her day-to-day work. You don't want to miss this episode!…

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BONUS: Farewell, Darrell 1:09:53

23 weeks ago1:09:53

1:09:53

All things must come to an end...and with that, what better way to send our host, Darrell, off to his next great adventure but a podcast? In this episode, Darrell shares his hopes for the future of Children's Division and reminds us of the 10 Directives. In true Darrell fashion, prepare yourself for heartfelt words, stories, and an emotional goodbye.…

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Conversations around Safe Sleep 55:15

24 weeks ago55:15

55:15

This month we met with Alison Jacobson, the current CEO of First Candle. As a SIDS mom, Alison knows the pain of losing an infant to a sleep-related death firsthand. Also joining us for this conversation was Haylee Musso and Misty Allen from our DSS team. While we cover trend data, experience and other great information, the whole podcast boils down to these two things: No two families are the same, so there will never be a "one-size-fits-all" solution to safety Having the courage to engage in a real conversation about safe sleep could save a life! Learn more about First Candle: https://firstcandle.org/…

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Safe Haven Baby Boxes 41:17

29 weeks ago41:17

41:17

Listen in on a conversation with the Founder and current CEO of Safe Haven Baby Boxes, Monica Kelsey. Safe Haven Baby Boxes' (SHBB) mission is to prevent the illegal abandonment of newborns through education, raising awareness of the safe haven law, and offering the only anonymous option, the Baby Box. Monica talks about how the organization got started, where the idea came from, and the impact of the boxes across the United States. Currently, Missouri has one box in Mehlville, MO, and several other Missouri communities trying to raise the appropriate funding to acquire a box. Learn how you, a child welfare worker, can work with SHBB to continue keeping kids safe!…

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Program Improvement Plan (PIP) 36:05

34 weeks ago36:05

36:05

Ashton Kever hosts this episode with guests Julie Starr and JoDene Bogart. Learn all about the findings of the CFSR and how they are implemented in the Program Improvement Plan (PIP), how that plan is used to make improvements in practice, and a few actionable tips for you to start tweaking your work to better serve the children and families of Missouri.…

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BONUS: SOUND OF HOPE: The Story of Possum Trot 45:31

40 weeks ago45:31

45:31

The fight for children starts July 4, 2024. In this bonus episode of the We Are Children's Division Podcast, our hosts are joined by Shasta Miller and Jessica Huckstep, the hosts of the Call to Foster Podcast , and Rebekah Weigel, Writer and Producer of " SOUND OF HOPE: The Story of Possum Trot ". Hear from Rebekah about the writing process, the characters, and the true story of Possum Trot, Texas, as well as her experience as a foster parent and social worker. Rebekah has great advice and practical solutions that you need to hear. You don't want to miss this movie - get your tickets today! Want more information about how you can host a private showing of this film? Learn more on the Angel Studios website.…

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A Successfully Reunified Parent Shares Her Story 38:51

41 weeks ago38:51

38:51

This month, Darrell and Ashton sit down with Crystal Wenger and Katie Murphy. Katie is a parent who successfully reunified with her children. In this episode, she shares her story of overcoming addiction and hard times in order to become the parent her children needed. You'll also hear from Crystal about what Children's Division is working on to create a supportive environment for more families to stay together and reunify.…

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Advice from the Older Youth 52:34

46 weeks ago52:34

52:34

Ana and "T" share a bit about their stories and the impact foster care has had on their lives. These young adults are passionate and articulate in sharing their advice to those working in the child welfare space. They also talk with Darrell and Rene Brinkman about Child Advocacy Day 2024.

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Children's Division Prevention Team 57:45

51 weeks ago57:45

57:45

In this episode, you'll hear from the dedicated Primary Prevention Team at Children's Division. They discuss how they all got started with the division, where their interest sparked in prevention work, and what's going on now with the quickly growing and evolving world of prevention in the division.

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Child Welfare As Seen on TV 1:01:19

1 year ago1:01:19

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In this episode, Darrell and the Deputies react to the portrayal of Child Welfare/Social Workers in the movies! Listen along as they talk about the stereotypes and situations shown in King Richard, Lilo and Stitch, Mrs. Doubtfire, and Instant Family. If you haven't watched these movies, you can find the clips being referenced below. DISCLAIMER: We do not own the rights to the clips or movies being referenced. They are being used for demonstration purposes only. King Richard: https://youtu.be/0BhApPQ0AxU?si=dOjr3o6wk3gUhSHB Lilo and Stitch: https://youtu.be/f17jPzxwtNI?si=nj3EAX6-wbQyFRHu Mrs. Doubtfire: https://youtu.be/5BjuZI0G-2I?si=6AkfJndOIzQ3PAGp Instant Family: https://youtu.be/7-5kYQLJnFw?si=xYOFPuBHUkbI8hLW…

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2024 Legislative Session 38:08

1 year ago38:08

38:08

Listen along as Darrell has a conversation with Director Robert Knodell, CFO Pat Luebbering, and Legislative Director Ryan Conway. These four department leaders sit down to discuss what team members can expect this legislative season along with expressing their appreciation to team members for their continued work in empowering Missourians.…

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Department of Mental Health Services and Resources 55:58

1 year ago55:58

55:58

Darrell, Danielle, and Ashton speak with Rachel Jones from the Missouri Department of Mental Health (DMH) in this episode. Hear what DMH does for families and how the work they do overlaps with Children's Division's work. Learn how you can get involved and enjoy Rachel's passion as she discusses her big dreams for the future of our work together.…

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Faith-Based and Community Partnerships 55:38

1 year ago55:38

55:38

Listen along as Darrell and Ashton have a conversation with Vickie Stoneberger and a couple of our partners at the Missouri Baptist Children's Home, David Burch and George Fulgham. These passionate gentlemen share how they got involved with charitable work and ministry, the ways they work with Children's Division to support the families and children in their area, and dream big for what connections with Children's Division could look like in the future. You can help be a catalyst in your community by recruiting local faith-based and community organizations in your circuit to partner with Children's Division!…

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National Adoption Month 2023 44:16

1 year ago44:16