The Compassion Delivered Podcast

Episode 19 – Beyond the Hospital: A Nurse’s Perspective on the Gaps in Care Guest: Susan As a nurse, Susan has seen firsthand that what patients need doesn’t always end when they leave the hospital or clinic. In this episode, she talks about the gaps she encountered while caring for patients and why she ultimately chose to become a volunteer with Compassion Delivered. We explore what happens when...

Episode 18 – Listening Beyond the Hospital: How Health Care Systems Put Patients at the Center of Care with Chris Remark Guest: Chris Remark What happens when a healthcare system truly listens to what patients need—not just while they’re in the hospital, but after they go home? In this episode, Chris Remark, longtime Aultman Health System leader, shares what he learned about building a healthcare...

Episode 17 – Healthcare from the Inside: What Patients Still Need After Discharge Guest: Denzel What happens when you leave the hospital but still don’t feel ready to recover? In this episode, Denzel—a registered nurse, veteran, and Compassion Delivered board member—offers an inside look at healthcare and the gaps patients and families can experience after leaving the hospital. We talk about what...

Episode 16 – The True Cost of Being Sick: Food, Nutrition & Preventative Health with Lori Stern Guest: Lori Stern What if we stopped thinking about food simply as something we eat and started seeing it as part of how we care for the body? In this episode, Lori Stern explores the connection between nutrition, chronic illness, inflammation, and long-term wellness—and why being intentional about...

Episode 15 – Healing Herself First: Lori Stern’s Journey to Naturopathic Medicine Guest: Lori Stern What happens when your own health journey becomes the catalyst for a completely new calling? In this episode, Lori Stern shares the personal story that led her to become a board-certified naturopath and discover a new way of understanding health, healing, and the human body. Lori opens up about the...

Episode 14 – The Future of Compassion Delivered Guests/Hosts: Amanda & Daniel Anschutz In this heartfelt season finale, Daniel and I sit down to reflect on how far Compassion Delivered has come and where we’re going next. From humble beginnings to a growing movement of love and service, this episode is a behind-the-scenes look at the vision shaping our future. We talk candidly about: The early...

Episode 13 – Preparing for the Unexpected: A Family Story of Resilience Guests: Ted & Coni (Amanda's parents) Host: Amanda Anschutz In this deeply personal episode, I sit down with my parents, Ted and Coni, to talk about how our family has navigated unexpected challenges with unwavering strength and compassion. From medical emergencies to emotional pivots, we share what it means to stay gr...

Episode 12 – Stories of Compassion: Real-Life Impact of Compassion Delivered Guest: Amanda Fisher Host: Amanda Anschutz In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with Amanda Fisher, a client of Compassion Delivered, as she shares her powerful story of receiving care during one of the hardest seasons of her life. Amanda’s words are a testament to the life-changing power of kindness and how small, consi...

Episode 11 – Navigating Grief: Holding Space for Healing Guest: Johnna Host: Amanda Anschutz In this tender and deeply honest episode, I sit down with Johnna to talk about the life-altering experience of losing someone you love. Together, we explore what it means to sit with sorrow, allow space for healing, and honor the emotions that come in waves. We talk about: The raw and real moments that com...

Episode 10 – Not Today, Maybe Tomorrow: Self-Care for the Caregiver Guest: Melissa Host: Amanda Anschutz In this deeply moving episode, I sit down with Melissa, a mother whose son battled cancer, to talk about the often invisible emotional weight caregivers carry and what it means to care for yourself while caring for someone you love. We open up about: The emotional toll and silent burnout of car...

Episode 9 – Invisible Strength: Service Above Self Guest: Principal Ryan Kumpf Host: Amanda Anschutz In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Principal Ryan, a quiet force of compassion in his school and community. We talk about the impact of showing up for others and how small acts of kindness create lasting change. Together, we explore: How a compassionate school culture transforms students an...

Episode 8 – Working With Your Spouse: Leading with Love in a Mission-Driven Business Guests/Hosts: Amanda & Daniel Anschutz In this candid and heartfelt episode, Daniel and I get real about the highs and hurdles of working together at Compassion Delivered. Leading a mission-driven organization is never easy, but doing it alongside your spouse brings a whole new layer of connection, conflict, a...

Episode 7 – Development with Purpose: Why Fundraising Matters Guest: Dawn Host: Amanda Anschutz In this episode, I sit down with Dawn, a seasoned fundraising professional, to talk about what it really takes to sustain a nonprofit mission over time. We explore how clarity, compassion, and purpose are the foundation of lasting support, and why fundraising is about so much more than dollars. We dive...

Episode 6 – Legacy of Love: Fundraising is Messy But a Must Guests: Brett & Colleen Host: Amanda Anschutz In this honest and inspiring episode, I sit down with board members, Brett and Colleen, to unpack the messy but meaningful world of nonprofit fundraising. We dive into the emotional side of asking for support, and why it’s ultimately an act of love, vision, and legacy. Together, we explore...

Episode 5 – Building Your Circle: Why Support Systems Matter Guests: Amanda Anschutz (host), Jenny & Amy In this heartwarming conversation, I’m joined by two of my closest friends—Jenny and Amy—to talk about the power of support systems during caregiving, grief, and life’s hardest seasons. Together, we open up about: Why deep friendships are essential in seasons of loss The role of faith, laug...

Episode 4 – The Men’s Support Group: Finding Strength in Community Guest: Chad Host: Amanda Anschutz In this powerful episode, Chad joins me to talk about the role of men’s support groups in navigating grief, healing, and personal growth. Together, we explore how vulnerability and community can break the silence many men feel after loss. We discuss: The power of male friendships and brotherhood in...

Episode 3 : When You’re the One Left Behind: Grief After Losing a Parent Guest: Andrew, Board Member and Friend of Compassion Delivered Host: Amanda Anschutz What happens when the world keeps moving, but your heart feels stuck? Board member and longtime friend Andrew joins me for a vulnerable and honest conversation about losing a parent, and what it means to live with the quiet ache of grief that...

Guests: Blake Babcock & Haley Seifert, Board Members of Compassion Delivered Host: Amanda Anschutz What makes a nonprofit board not just effective, but enjoyable? In this episode, we’re diving into the heart of nonprofit leadership with two of Compassion Delivered’s amazing board members: Blake and Haley. Together, we talk about: Why a strong shared vision is the foundation for board success H...

Show Notes: Welcome to the very first episode of The Compassion Delivered Podcast , where stories of caregiving, faith, illness, and healing are shared with honesty and heart. In this inaugural episode, host Amanda Anschutz is joined by her husband and co-founder, Daniel Anschutz, as they take listeners behind the scenes of how Compassion Delivered began. Rooted in their family’s personal journey...