Inspired Changemakers Podcast

About the Episode In this episode of Inspired Changemakers, Julia Healey sits down with Svetlana Makarova for a timely conversation about artificial intelligence, human expertise, and leading responsibly in an increasingly automated world. Svetlana is the AVP of AI Technical Product Management at IKS Health, where she leads the development of an agentic AI platform used by hospitals, physician gro...

About the Episode: In this episode of Inspired Changemakers, Julia Healey sits down with Josh Powell for a powerful conversation about resilience, fatherhood, faith, and finding purpose beyond the game of basketball. With a distinguished career spanning more than two decades in professional basketball, Josh Powell won two NBA Championships with the Los Angeles Lakers and a EuroLeague Championship...

About the Episode: In this episode of Inspired Changemakers , Julia Healey welcomes back Hannibal Navies, Vice President of Development for United Charitable and Athletes Charitable, for a conversation about philanthropy, social entrepreneurship, and building a legacy beyond the game. A former NFL linebacker with a nine-year career spanning the San Francisco 49ers, Cincinnati Bengals, Green Bay Pa...

About the Episode: In this episode of Inspired Changemakers , Julia Healey sits down with Tina Johnson for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, community, and empowering women in business. Tina has been an entrepreneur for over 35 years, launching numerous successful businesses, including her event management company, JP Events & Consulting. In 2020, driven by a passion for helpin...

About the Episode: In this episode of Inspired Changemakers, Julia Healey sits down with Carrie Sheffield for a powerful conversation about resilience, healing, and purpose. Carrie Sheffield is a writer, broadcaster, and musician in Washington, D.C. Carrie serves as Program Manager of Healthy Faith at United Charitable, and authored the bestselling book Motorhome Prophecies: A Journey of Healing a...

About the Episode: In this episode of Inspired Changemakers , Julia Healey sits down with Jason Diamond, President of Diamond Consultants, to explore how the role of the financial advisor is evolving and why education and adaptability are key to long-term success. With experience at both Merrill Lynch and Morgan Stanley before starting Diamond Consultants, Jason brings a unique perspective shaped...

About The Episode:  In this episode of Inspired Changemakers , Julia Healey sits down with Annoica Ingram, Executive Director of Girls on the Run of the Shenandoah Valley, to explore how confidence, resilience, and leadership are built in young girls through movement, mentorship, and community. What began as a simple volunteer opportunity turned into a lifelong passion for Annoica. One that now im...

Beyond the Portfolio | A Conversation with Sarah Baker, CFP 🎧 About the Episode: In this episode, host Julia Healey sits down with Sarah Baker, CFP®, Senior Financial Planner at Mason Investment Advisory Services, to explore how philanthropy becomes transformational when it’s fully integrated into financial planning. Sarah shares how her early exposure to service shaped her belief that wealth sho...

Control What You Can Control | A Conversation with Garry Gilliam (Part 2) About the Episode In part two of this two-part conversation, Julia Healey continues her discussion with Garry Gilliam as he shares the next phase of his journey from an outstanding Pro Day performance at Penn State to going undrafted and navigating the realities of entering the NFL as a free agent. Garry walks through the em...

Control What You Can Control | A Conversation with Garry Gilliam (Part 1)  About the Episode In Part One of this two-part conversation, Julia Healey sits down with Garry Gilliam — former NFL player, Penn State graduate, and founder of The Bridge Eco Village — to explore how adversity, structure, and belief shaped his path from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, to national impact. Garry reflects on growing...

Beyond the Checkbook | A Conversation with Rick Peck 🎧 About the Episode: In this episode, Julia sits down with Rick Peck, an independent philanthropic advisor and founder of The Philanthropy Guy, to talk about what really moves giving from good intentions to meaningful impact. Growing up in a service-minded family and later working in fundraising, healthcare, and community foundations, Rick shar...

Start Small, Do Something | A Conversation with Corinne Grimaldi 🎧 About the Episode: In this episode, Julia welcomes Corinne Grimaldi, Manager at Evans, Inc., where she leads corporate social responsibility (CSR) alongside organizational development, change management, and strategic planning. Raised with a service-first mindset, Corinne shares how those early experiences shaped a practical, peop...

🎧 About the Episode: Rodney McLeod Jr. is a recently retired NFL safety, Super Bowl champion with the Philadelphia Eagles, and 2024 Art Rooney Sportsmanship Award nominee. After going undrafted in 2012, Rodney built a 13-year career across four teams, earning recognition not only for his play but for his community service, including the NFLPA Alan Page Community Award. With his wife Erica, he co-...

🎧 About the Episode: Dr. Natasha T. Brison, JD, PhD, is a tenured associate professor in the College of Hospitality, Retail and Sport Management at the University of South Carolina, an accomplished attorney, and a leading voice in sport and entertainment law. With professional experience in contracts, licensing, copyrights, trademarks, and sponsorship agreements, Natasha expanded her practice to...

Stories That Spark Action: A Conversation With Jill Kubit Don't forget to subscribe to the Inspired Changemakers Podcast to stay updated with the latest stories of visionaries transforming lives and shaping a better future. Your support helps us continue sharing inspiring stories like Jill’s! About the Episode Jill Kubit is a social entrepreneur, climate communicator, and the visionary behind...

About the Episode Sophia Chang is a screenwriter, author, and music industry legend who has managed icons like RZA, GZA, and D’Angelo—and now she’s building something even bigger. As the founder of Unlock Her Potential , a mentorship program for women of color, Sophia is creating the kind of support system she never had. In this episode, Sophia sits down with United Charitable CEO Julia Healey to...

Building Community Through the Game | A Conversation with Mike Brown & Evan Makle Don't forget to subscribe to the Inspired Changemakers Podcast to stay updated with the latest stories of visionaries transforming lives and shaping a better future. Your support helps us continue sharing inspiring stories like Mike’s and Evan’s! About the Episode In this episode, Julia Healey sits down with...

Leading with Action: A Conversation with Wayne Applewhite and Sheila Baerenz Don't forget to subscribe to the Inspired Changemakers Podcast to stay updated with the latest stories of visionaries transforming lives and shaping a better future. Your support helps us continue sharing inspiring stories like Wayne and Sheila’s! About the Episode Leadership isn’t a title—it’s a practice, a mindset,...

From Adversity to Advocacy: A Conversation With John Heath Don't forget to subscribe to the Inspired Changemakers Podcast to stay updated with the latest stories of visionaries transforming lives and shaping a better future. Your support helps us continue sharing inspiring stories like John’s!   About the Episode John Heath, adaptive CrossFit athlete and Marine Corps veteran, turned a challen...

Empowering Athletes Beyond the Game | A Conversation with Hannibal Navies Don't forget to subscribe to the Inspired Changemakers Podcast to stay updated with the latest stories of visionaries transforming lives and shaping a better future. Your support helps us continue sharing inspiring stories like Hannibal’s! 🎧 About the Episode: Hannibal Navies is a 9-year NFL veteran, social entrepreneu...

🎧 About the Episode: Anthony Flynn is a seasoned leadership advisor, CEO mentor, and accomplished author who has worked with Fortune 100 companies like Coca-Cola, FedEx, and Pfizer. Raised in Memphis, Tennessee, Anthony overcame significant challenges in his youth, from economic struggles to personal trauma, to become a leader driven by purpose, discipline, and adaptability. In this episode, Anth...

Breaking Silos, Building Community | A Conversation with Staci Reidinger Don't forget to subscribe to the Inspired Changemakers Podcast to stay updated with the latest stories of changemakers who are transforming lives and shaping a better future. Your support helps us continue bringing stories of impactful changemakers like Staci to light! 🎧 About the Episode: Staci Reidinger is a 24-year U...

Don't forget to subscribe to the Inspired Changemakers Podcast to stay updated with the latest stories of changemakers who are transforming lives and shaping a better future. Your support helps us continue bringing stories of impactful changemakers like Tina Stevens-Culbreath to light! 🎧 About the Episode: Join host Julia Healey on the Inspired Changemakers podcast as she sits down with Tina...

From Burnout to Balance | A Conversation with Dr. Joy Don't forget to subscribe to the Inspired Changemakers Podcast to stay updated with the latest stories of changemakers who are transforming lives and shaping a better future. Your support helps us continue bringing stories of impactful changemakers like Dr. Joy to light! 🎧 About the Episode: Join host Julia Healey on the Inspired Changema...

🎧 About the Episode: Join host Julia Healey on the Inspired Changemakers podcast as she sits down with Eti Lazarian, a dynamic entrepreneur and philanthropist. Eti Lazarian is a former Staff Sergeant in the Israeli Defense Forces and currently the General Operations Director overseeing real estate projects at Insignia LLC. Beyond her successful career, she's a passionate philanthropist, insp...