Inside Austin Podcast

Tina and Derek Lee, Circle of Hope Executive Director and Communications Director, talk about the drive through food pantry, the partnership with the Food Bank and other resources offered.  We also talk about how you can help Circle of Hope fulfill their mission.

Comfort Crew for military kids is an organization that helps military kids shoulder the burdens of their parents' service.  Cofounder, Trevor Romain, talks about specific programs, the impact on the kids and how you can help.

John-Michael Krakoski and Sass from Austin Clubhouse talk about what this local non-profit offers its members, the benefits to joining and how you can take part, take a tour or get more information.

We Are Blood’s Nick Canedo talks about the new “Stick With Me” campaign, how to donate blood and more and why we should consider making a donation to the Central Texas Blood supply.

The Source is a full service women’s health clinic empowering Austin and Central Texas women with better choices.  CEO Mary Whitehurst talks about the services available, eligibility and how you can help support the mission.

Scott Blech, Board President - Capital City Village, talks about what it means to age in place and how his organization enables ATX seniors to do that and the various programs available to members.

Mobile Loaves and Fishes President, Amber Fogerty, talks about the causes of homelessness and how The Community First Village is moving people off Austin streets into permanent housing.

The Barton Creek Elementary Booster Club talks about what they do to support the students, staff and teachers.  We also talk about upcoming events, Parents Night Out and how you can take home a new Equinox from Capitol Chevrolet.    

Lee Clippard, Executive Director at Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center, joins Inside Austin to talk about the history, mission and vision as well as ongoing programs and upcoming events.

President Abby Rogers talks about McKinney Falls, the features of the park, activities available, why people visit and how Friends of McKinney Falls coordinates with the state to keep it amazing.

Earth Day with Bronson Griscom of Natural Climate Solutions 

Mary Ellen Isaccs with Literacy First talks about this Austin non profit organization that’s helping Central Texas kids improve their reading skill, why it’s important to start them early and how you can help make a difference.

The Austin Parks and Recreation Department has about 1000 positions to fill for the upcoming summer season for both summer camp and lifeguards.  PARD’s Sarah Squyres and Callahan Smith join Inside Austin to talk about what makes these opportunities great, the flexible schedule as well as pay and potential bonuses.

Ion Art founders Greg and Sharon Keshishian tell us what we’ll see at The Surreal Garden this year, the inspiration for the experience and some of their other iconic work in Austin. ZBG board member Jennifer Orr talks about the mission and history of Zilker Botanical Garden and how this collaboration came to be.

Heather Kuhlken, founder and executive director of Families in Nature joins Inside Austin to talk about how to get your family outside, why you should and a few of the upcoming opportunities on the FIN calendar.  

ABC Home and Commercial Services’ Bobby Jenkins talks about the return of Kite Fest to Zilker Park this year.  He shares his reasons for becoming involved, what we can expect and what’s new this year.

Pease Park Conservancy CEO Heath Riddles-Sanchez joins Inside Austin to talk about Squirrel Fest, we talk about Pease Park’s role in the community and we revisit the recent $10 Million expansion.

Ascension Seton’s Dr. Lowell Roberts and Executive Director of the SIMS Foundation, Patsy Bouressa,  join Inside Austin to talk about mental health for Austin’s musicians and what resources are available.

Elizabeth Dickey, principal of AISD's Rosedale School, talks about the 28th Annual Rosedale Ride, what makes the school special and how ATX can help with the mission.

Allen Schroeder, the founder of Save the Food, talks about diverting food away from landfills and to people in Austin.  We talk about the inspiration and history of Save the Food, how he got grocery stores to participate and what Save the Food needs to continue to succeed and grow.

Mark Sloat, Program Manager of Austin’s Animal Center, joins Inside Austin in studio to talk about the overcrowding crisis, kitten season and why people still aren’t having their pets fixed.

Tyler Campbell with the Pro Player Foundation talks about the upcoming BBQ and Boots, his relationship with MS, growing up in a football household and his pivot away from the NFL.  We also talk about his new book.

Rebecca Farrell with NAMI talks about mental health and mental illness and some of the programs offered by the National Alliance on Mental Illness in Central Texas  

Kelly Worden, Executive Director, Art from the Streets talks about the unique service and opportunity they offer Austin’s homeless population by providing a creative outlet, space and supplies to make art and a chance to sell their art.

Amplify Austin Day is the biggest day of giving in Central Texas and it is coming up March 2-3.  I Live Here I Give Here CEO Courtney Manuel talks about how you can maximize your gift, the importance of the day for Austin organizations and why giving is good business.