Compassion in Motion, A podcast of Inspiring Stories of helping others.

What does it mean to truly witness life with the people you love? In this heartfelt episode of  Compassion in Motion , photographer, author, teacher, and speaker Nancy Borowick shares the deeply personal story behind  The Family Imprint —a moving portrait of her parents' journey as they both faced Stage IV cancer, underwent chemotherapy together, and passed away just 364 days apart. Through in...

Ted Yoannou isn’t just a friend and tennis buddy—he’s a criminal defense attorney who approaches his clients in a way that’s rare in the legal world: with genuine compassion and respect. Inspired by what his wife Pam shared about the care he brings to his work, I knew I had to sit down with him. In this conversation, Ted shares how he sees the people behind the charges, how every stakeholder can p...

In this episode of  Compassion in Motion , I sit down with Larry Nouvel, author of the  Quiet Valor  series, whose life story is a powerful reminder that purpose is lifelong. After a remarkable career as a scientist and inventor, Larry found himself reinvigorated with a new calling, one rooted not in laboratories, but in storytelling. Through his writing, he shines a light on everyday individuals...

In Episode 9, of  Compassion in Motion , Sunny shares her personal story of volunteering in the NICU and the babies who forever changed her understanding of compassion. What began as a simple act of holding and soothing newborns became a powerful lesson in grace, empathy, and releasing judgment. Through moments of quiet, cries for comfort, and unexpected connection, Sunny reflects on how love in i...

In this inspiring episode of  Compassion in Motion , I sit down with author and midlife mentor  Dana Waters  to explore her empowering philosophy from  Life on the Fifth Floor  and her Thrive movement. Dana reminds us that thriving isn’t about slowing down—it’s about caring for ourselves, pursuing our passions, and living with purpose. We discuss how nurturing our own well-being creates the energy...

In this special episode of  Compassion in Motion , my sister, Leslie Bolton and I share our journey of service in the aftermath of September 11th. Just 40 days after the tragedy, we volunteered with the Salvation Army and a food bank near Ground Zero, offering support and compassion to the residents of lower Manhattan. Together, we reflect on the incredible resilience of the community, the healing...

Pamela Garmon Johnson, Vice President at the American Heart Association, has built her life around the values of family, service, and community—principles instilled in her by her parents. She’s passionate about expanding our circles, embracing lifelong learning, and truly understanding one another’s backgrounds. In this conversation, Pamela shares how aligning your values with where you choose to...

In this special episode, I sit down with my husband, Ed, as he reflects on a powerful moment he witnessed on the street. Ed shares the story of seeing a woman fall face forward on the street and the surprising steps his daughter, Julia, took to make sure she was okay. Though Ed feels a deep sense of regret for not being the one to initiate the help, he’s moved by the compassion and quick thinking...

Kimberly Novod turned the loss of her son, Saul into a shining beacon of light for Louisiana families who have babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICU). Kimberly left her teaching career behind because she was called to be a voice and take action for her community. She started Saul's Light, a New Orleans based non-profit. She hadn't done this before, but her determination and commitment...

Just eight weeks ago, my friend and colleague Kellie gave a piece of herself — a kidney — to someone she had never met. She was called to donate her spare kidney and give new life through the kidney match program. Listen to our conversation about her journey, her unknown recipient and a deepening in her soul. Kellie's spirit is delightfully refreshing and will ignite you to think about your gift t...

Join me in recounting my personal stories about helping people recover from hurricane damage in Louisiana. The power of community is real and each one of us plays a part in taking care of our neighbor.

In a world of negativity, especially in the crime riddled metropolis of South Florida, forty-two year police veteran, Mike Walley shares a heart warming story of an entire police department caring for a homeless man back in the 1970's. How is Homer Hill still in people's hearts decades after his passing? Could this same act of kindness happen in today's society? I would like to think that it would...