Real Hope with Glenn Cranfield

Host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with April Calvin, Executive Director, Office of Homeless Services in Nashville . Glenn and April discuss what the Office of Homeless Services does, the goals of the OHS, and how they work with Nashville Rescue Mission on the issue of homelessness in Nashville.      To learn more about the services offered at Nashville Rescue Mission, visit: https://nashvill...

Host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with Krystle Knight to discuss her truly inspiring story. Krystle's story is one of redemption and restoration, all which started at Nashville Rescue Mission. To learn more about Nashville Rescue Mission's Life Recovery Program, visit: https://nashvillerescuemission.org/services/life-recovery-program/   Support Nashville Rescue Mission: Donate:  nashvilleres...

Host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with Cheryl Chunn from Nashville Rescue Mission to discuss the new Women & Children's Campus and what's gone into the prepping, planning and partnerships of making it happen. Glenn and Cheryl share the planning process that started in 2018, the improved footprint of the new campus, and the key partnerships that made the new campus vision a reality. To learn...

Host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with Denise Aikoriegie, Holly Cowherd, and Jean Lazenby from Nashville Rescue Mission to discuss the new face of homelessness in Nashville—women and children. Denise, Holly, and Jean share the complex factors which lead women to come to the doors of Nashville Rescue Mission, the resources and services the Mission offers to help women and children secure inde...

Host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with Kim Bretz to discuss how isolation, struggles with infertility, and alcohol abuse led her down a road of hopelessness. Now, 19 years sober and the Director of the Women's Life Recovery Program at Nashville Rescue Mission, Kim shares her story and how God has used the Mission to help answer her prayers. To learn more about Nashville Rescue Mission's Life...

Host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with Jessica and Gabe Roberson to discuss their truly inspiring story. The Roberson's story is one of love, hope, and restoration—all which started at Nashville Rescue Mission. To learn more about Nashville Rescue Mission's Life Recovery Program, visit: https://nashvillerescuemission.org/services/life-recovery-program Support Nashville Rescue Mission: Donate...

Host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with Melinda Davenport, MA, LPC, LPE, and Jon McKinnon, MA , from Nashville Rescue Mission to discuss the psychology and science around addiction and how Nashville Rescue Mission's Life Recovery Program helps someone struggling with addiction with a whole person approach. Melinda and Jon share the contributing factors of addiction and homelessness, therapies...

In this episode of Real Hope, host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with Nicole Minyard, Founder and Executive Director at Daybreak Arts in Nashville, TN, to discuss how Daybreak Arts provides artistic, economic opportunities, and creative resources for those experiencing homelessness. As of today, they have served more than 100 artists and paid out more than $54,000 to artists experiencing hous...

In this episode of Real Hope, host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with Kim James, Executive Director at Young Leaders Council (YLC) in Nashville, TN, to discuss how her team trains the next generation of nonprofit board members. YLC trains over 165 professionals every year and they are dedicated to both genuine and intentional future leaders. To learn more about Kim's work at Young Leaders Cou...

In this episode of Real Hope, host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with Marie Williams, Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, to discuss: the department's 1,849 full-time positions that assist individuals to secure treatment and recovery services for serious mental illness, serious emotional disturbances, and substance abuse disorders. To learn...

Host Glenn Cranfield has a conversation with Emma Beers from Community Solutions to discuss the nonprofit's "Built For Zero" initiative: a movement of more than 90 communities using data to radically change how they work and the impact they can achieve. Their work has shown that it IS possible to make homelessness rare and brief. For this initiative, Emma is the Interim Strategy Lead, Impact and I...

Glenn Cranfield welcomes the President and CEO of The National Housing Conference, David Dworkin, to discuss the need for a multi-faceted approach to addressing homelessness in America. Dworkin argues that the greatest changes come when the government, private sector, and local communities work together to end economic and chronic homelessness.   Support Nashville Rescue Mission: Donate:  nashvill...

Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host, Glenn Cranfield, talks with Becca Stevens, Founder and President of Thistle Farms, about her work with women affected by trauma and the gifts of empowerment and community that can result from life's most difficult challenges.  Learn more about Becca Stevens and Thistle Farms: Website: https://thistlefarms.org/   Support Nashville Rescue Mission: Don...

Glenn Cranfield sits down with Cornelius Vanderbilt Chair and Vanderbilt's Department of Human and Organizational Development Professor Dr. Beth Shinn. They discuss Dr. Shinn's nationwide research conducted on homelessness, what has caused the homelessness crisis we're seeing today, and if we'll ever see an end to homelessness. Support Nashville Rescue Mission: Donate: nashvillerescuemission.org T...

On this episode of the Real Hope Podcast, Nashville Rescue Mission CEO, Glenn Cranfield, talks with Tari Hughes, CEO of the Center of Nonprofit Management. They discuss how nonprofits can expand their impact, the value of fresh perspectives, and what the future holds for nonprofits in the aftermath of COVID-19. Learn more about the Center for Nonprofit Management at cnm.org Follow Glenn Cranfield:...

On this special episode celebrating the One Year Birthday of the Real Hope Podcast, Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host, Glenn Cranfield, talks with 3 members of the NRM team about what led them to the Mission, what capacity they serve in, and why they do what they do.    Support Nashville Rescue Mission: Donate: nashvillerescuemission.org Twitter: @nashvillerescue IG: @nashvillerescue...

Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host, Glenn Cranfield, talks with Travis Claybrooks, Founder & CEO of Raphah Institute, about the concept of restorative justice and the powerful work being done by Raphah Institute.    Learn more about Raphah Institute:  Website: https://raphah.org/   Instagram: @RaphahInstitute Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/raphahinstitute   Twitter: @RaphahInstitu...

Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host, Glenn Cranfield, talks with Dr. Dan Boone, President of Trevecca Nazarene University, about his life of ministry and his work to raise up young leaders and shine a light of love in the heart of Nashville. Learn more about Dr. Boone and Trevecca Nazarene University: Website: https://www.trevecca.edu/ Follow Glenn Cranfield: Website: glenncranfield.co...

Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host, Glenn Cranfield, talks with the Founder of Gigi's Cupcakes and Pies by Gigi, Gigi Butler, about her journey as an entrepreneur and how she has used her success to help and inspire others. Learn more about Gigi Butler and her various ventures: Website: ​https://gigibutler.com/ Follow Glenn Cranfield: Website: glenncranfield.com Facebook: ​facebook.co...

Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host, Glenn Cranfield, talks with award-winning photographer, artist and entrepreneur, Jeremy Cowart, about how he uses his many creative gifts to serve the homeless and hurting communities of Middle Tennessee and around the world. Learn more about Jeremy Cowart: Website: https://www.jeremycowart.com/   Follow Glenn Cranfield: Website: glenncranfield.com...

Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host, Glenn Cranfield, talks with Sean Henry, President & CEO of the National Hockey League's Nashville Predators, about being a successful leader of his team both on and off the ice, and championing the work of the Nashville Rescue Mission.    Learn more about Sean Henry & the Nashville Predators: Website: https://www.nhl.com/predators     Follow Glenn C...

Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host, Glenn Cranfield, talks with former politician and musician turned legendary record company executive and philanthropist, Mike Curb, about his expansive career, journey to Nashville and the "why" behind he and his wife Linda's passion to serve the hurting and homeless communities.   Learn more about Mike Curb: Website: www.mikecurb.com     Follow Gle...

Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host, Glenn Cranfield, talks with country music superstar, Tracy Lawrence, about his life, career, and the annual Mission:Possible Turkey Fry and Concert event that provides Thanksgiving meals for thousands of our homeless friends and hurting families in Nashville.  Learn more about the Annual Mission:Possible Turkey Fry & Concert Event: Website: www.turk...

Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host, Glenn Cranfield, talks with John Ashmen, President of Citygate Network, about the effects the events of 2020 are having on the homeless community across the country and practical ways we can all play a part in serving them. Learn more about John Ashmen and Citygate Network: Citygate Network Website: www.citygatenetwork.org Twitter: @citygatetweets F...

Nashville Rescue Mission CEO and Real Hope host Glenn Cranfield talks with New York Times best-selling author and speaker, Bob Goff , about what it means to truly love our neighbors, what love looks like in action, and how doing and being love isn't always easy, but is always possible.   Learn more about Bob Goff and the Love Does Foundation: Bob's Website: www.bobgoff.com    IG: @bobgoff Twitter:...