Snippets of Good Podcast

Episode 47 Mandella

He spent 27 years in a cell—and came out ready not for revenge, but for peace.” A man who taught us that forgiveness can be more powerful than revenge… and that serving others sometimes means suffering with grace.
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Episode 46 Doing Less

If you’ve been running on empty, this episode is for you.
If your to-do list feels heavier than your body, this episode is for you.
And if the idea of “doing less” makes you feel nervous or guilty…this episode is especially for you.
Today we’re talking about why slowing down doesn’t mean giving up—and how choosing a lighter version of your life might be the most loving thing you can do.
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Episode 45 Just Serve App

Do you want to serve but don't know where to start? Check out the Just Serve app or the website justserve.com Sometimes finding a way to help is the hardest part.
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Episode 44 Write A Note

In today’s Snippet of Good, we’re talking about the quiet power of a handwritten note… and how something so small can mean more than you ever realize.
It doesn’t cost anything.You don’t need special skills.You don’t even have to leave your house.
All it takes is a few words—written with intention.
 

Episode 43 The Kind Of Mother In Law Everyone Wants

I know mother-in-law stories don’t always come with a happy ending, and if that’s been your experience, I’m really sorry. That can be hard.But sometimes, you get lucky. Sometimes you meet someone who serves quietly, loves fiercely, and shows up in a hundred small ways that change everything.This is a story about that kind of good—the kind that doesn’t make noise, but somehow holds a whole family together.

Episode 42 From Grief to Growth

This episode of Snippets of Good tells the story of women who lost their husbands to tiger attacks and were left not only with grief, but with stigma. Instead of turning away from the forest, these women chose a different path—working alongside conservationists to restore mangrove ecosystems that protect both villages and wildlife.
This is a story about resilience, dignity, and how small acts—like planting a tree—can become powerful acts of healing.
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Episode 41 Service in Action

Today I have two short stories to share. First, a group of friends got together to make taco soup kits for families in need. The second is a tribute to a classmate who recently passed away. It's about the dreaded ninth-grade gym class. I share how he helped me through a difficult time.

Episode 40 January Service Challenge

This month’s service challenge is simple—but powerful.
Donate to a thrift store.
Not as an afterthought.Not as a clean-out rush.
But as an intentional act of service.
Because the things we no longer need can become exactly what someone else is looking for. And sometimes, doing good begins when we choose to let go.
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Episode 39 Hope in Small Packages

In the summer of 1948, a young pilot noticed a group of children watching planes land in a struggling, divided city. What followed was a small promise, a creative idea, and a reminder that kindness—no matter how simple—can lift spirits and leave a lasting legacy. This episode explores how one small act became a symbol of hope, and why little things still matter today. There is no such thing as too small.
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Episode 38 Pull up a Chair

Sometimes, doing good doesn’t mean having the right words—it means being present. In today’s episode of Snippets of Good, I share the heartwarming story of the Grandma Stand, where volunteer grandmas offer a listening ear to strangers who need connection, comfort, or simply someone to hear them out. This simple idea reminds us of the wisdom of our elders and the healing power of being truly heard.