Together For Good

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Cody Knowlton sits down with board member Dr. Ken Kemp, who serves the San Antonio community as both a pulmonologist and the pastor of Antioch Missionary Baptist Church. Drawing from his background in military medicine and ministry, Dr. Kemp shares how physical healthcare and spiritual wellness naturally complement each other, offering insightful advice on pulmonary health, faith, and the holistic...

Coming soon to a laundromat near you-- healthcare screenings that can put you in charge of your health. Dr. Jack Tsai and Taylor Downs of UT Health Houston School of Public Health share about a new public health project that's launched in San Antonio. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One night, Gabriella Torres had a dream that her parents had lots of money and gave it away to families who needed help. After Gabriella passed away at 6 years old, her family took up that charge and built a nonprofit that brings hope and healing to children with cancer and their families. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cody is joined by Gladys Gonzalez from Catholic Charities. They chat about the cycle-breaking work teen moms face and the support they receive from Seton Home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former San Antonio Mayor and SAISD Trustee Ed Garza joins Together for Good to share how his non-profit, Urban Champions Academy, uses soccer to connect with local youth and guide them toward higher education and personal development.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brian Lopez from Down Syndrome Association of South Texas shares with Cody the joys and struggles of life with Down Syndrome. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can a community be a home for young people suffering trauma and loss? New Braunfels Angels' Executive Director Greg Casillas discusses this with Cody. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cathy Valdez from Project MEND joins Cody to discuss the importance of meeting the equipment needs of children and adults with disabilities. Project MEND helps fill this gap through refurbishing and distributing medical equipment, and they discuss the challenges and wins of this work. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What does it mean to be a neighbor? West Avenue Compassion is creating a collaborative model for improving their community, and Dr. Eric Buell joins Cody to discuss how that works. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can a community help support each other meet their mental health needs? Amanda Hunt from River City Advocacy joins Cody to talk about their intentional, creative programming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

San Antonio was already short on inpatient mental health spaces, and recent developments have made those shortages exponentially worse. Jessica Knudsen of Clarity Child Guidance Center and Mary Garr of Family Service talks about the consequences San Antonio may face. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Roger Caballero, CEO of the Madonna Center, shares with Cody about a community and a community center that has shaped his career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Ruth Eby, Director of Nursing at Texas Lutheran University, talks to Cody about the challenges and rewards of a nursing career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part two of a conversation between two newly appointed CEOs, Chelsea Steele and Ada Saenz, on what it looks like to maintain a legacy while also bringing fresh ideas into a nonprofit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part one of a conversation between two newly appointed CEOs, Chelsea Steele and Ada Saenz, on what it looks like to maintain a legacy while also bringing fresh ideas into a nonprofit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the 1st anniversary of the catastrophic July 4 Hill Country floods, Pastor John Wheat and Cody reflect back on the year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Together for Good, host Cody Knowlton sits down with Dawn White-Fosdick, President and CEO of Christian Assistance Ministry (CAM). Dawn discusses the deep intersection of chronic homelessness and severe mental illness in San Antonio, and how CAM’s innovative new program, CAM Passion Care, is breaking down barriers by bringing low-barrier, psychiatric care directly to the u...

In this episode of Together for Good, host Cody Knowlton sits down with Tiffany Quiring, Executive Director of the CRRC of Canyon Lake (Community Resource and Recreation Center). Tiffany sheds light on the often-invisible struggles of rural living—from skyrocketing property values and a lack of upward mobility to the logistical hurdles of a massive 81-mile shoreline with limited public trans...

What does it truly mean to love your neighbor? In this episode of Together for Good, host Cody Knowlton sits down with the Reverend Carrie Guerra, rector of St. Francis Episcopal Church, to explore how a small congregation in San Antonio’s Medical Center area is making a massive impact on the city’s refugee population. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Domestic violence is a pervasive issue that often remains hidden until it spills into the public. In this episode of Together for Good, host Cody Knowlton sits down with Rhonda Williamson, Executive Director of Safer Path Family Violence Shelter, to shed light on the complex realities of abuse. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Join Cody for a "cool" chat with the Co-Founder of Ability Skateboarding & Action Sports! Andrew Garcia tells us more about his vision for capturing the fun of skateboarding for all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Two Hill Country-based organizations discuss the recovery that's taken place since last year's July 4 floods, and what the community is looking forward to this summer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cody Knowlton has a great conversation with one of San Antonio's influential former mayors, the Honorable Phil Hardberger. They discuss Hardberger Park, Haven for Hope, and the importance of green spaces for public health. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.