Stand4Kind Podcast

What if suicide prevention requires a broader perspective? In this episode, Shara Park interviews Dr. Hilary Coon, Professor of Psychiatry at the University of Utah, about her research into genetic and physical factors that contribute to suicide risk. Dr. Coon shares how expanding our understanding could lead to better prevention and support. Learn more about Dr. Coon’s work: https://healthcare.ut...

Teaching isn’t just a profession — it’s where dignity is rebuilt, potential is unlocked, and lives are changed forever. Today on The Stand4Kind Podcast, we sit down with one of Utah’s most inspiring educators — Seyyed Sharifi, a special education teacher and Utah Teacher of the Year finalist who is redefining what inclusion and innovation look like in education. The son of Afghan refugee teachers...

Shara Park sits down with Jason Dunnigan, known to millions online as The Modern Dad. Jason has built a platform by doing something many people are afraid to do: showing up authentically and unapologetically as himself. From overcoming embarrassment and self-doubt to learning how to celebrate his own progress, Jason shares the lessons he's learned about confidence, self-care, and personal gro...

Imagine going from sleeping on the streets of Salt Lake City to standing on an Olympic podium in front of your hometown crowd. Shara Park sits down with three-time Olympian and Olympic silver medalist Bill Schuffenhauer to share a story that seems almost impossible. Raised in a home marked by addiction, uncertainty, and hardship, Bill spent part of his childhood homeless and facing odds that sugge...

Sadie Hull may be preparing for Miss Utah, but her story goes far beyond the stage. In this episode of The Stand4Kind Podcast , Sadie shares the unexpected path from achieving her childhood dream of becoming Miss Pleasant Grove 2025 to stepping into a much bigger opportunity with Miss Utah. Along the way, she opens up about overcoming fear, dealing with bullying, and learning to keep moving forwar...

What does it really take to lead when the spotlight is relentless, expectations are sky-high, and every misstep is visible? Welcome to the second episode of The Stand4Kind Podcast with Shara Park —a space built to share real stories of inspiration, resilience, and growth. In this episode, we sit down with Coach Eric Kjar as he steps into a defining new chapter—his first year as head coach of the W...

Brody Young, a Utah State Park Ranger and author of Nine Miracles, shares the night he was ambushed and shot nine times, and the “choice point” that helped him survive. A powerful conversation about resilience, purpose, fear, and forgiveness. Subscribe to stay up to date. A new episode drops every Thursday.

Welcome to Stand4Kind with Shara Park. This is what you can expect: honest conversations with everyday people choosing kindness, plus practical takeaways that remind us small acts can create big change. First episode drops tomorrow morning. Subscribe to stay up to date. A new episode drops every Thursday.