Talking Rotary Zones 28 & 32

Meet PDG Shirley-Pat Gale, my friend and mentor. In this episode, you will learn about our paths into Rotary. We talk about leading innovatively to create safe, inclusive spaces for the diverse voices in Rotary. Content warning: The following episode discusses suicide and may be distressing for some listeners

Meet Dwight Brown, Rotarian and community builder from the Rotary Club of Kanata. We talk about the impact of Rotary, supporting our communities and the role it plays in our lives.

Meet Lizzy Martin, Past President of Rotary CNY, and a third-generation Rotarian.  We talk about developing a new District, building membership and doing big things,

Martine Babineau is a proud member of the Rotary Club of Atlantic International Passport. Martine and her fellow Rotarians support the Humanity Project, which provides housing and programming for those in need in Moncton, New Brunswick. A great example of the impact of People of Action.

Andrés Briceno, a Venezuelan Rotaractor, shared his journey from leaving Venezuela due to political unrest to starting a Rotaract Club in The Woodlands, Texas. He detailed a life-changing car crash on June 25, 2023, which left him in a coma for two weeks and required three surgeries. Despite the severe injuries, including a brain hemorrhage and fractures, Andrés credited his Rotary family for supp...

What is "positive peace" and how do we achieve it? Joe asks Chenai Kadungure, a Rotary Peace Fellow from Zimbabwe, now living in Toronto, and a founding member of the Rotary Club of Global Partners in Peace.

Joe Solway interviews Rotary super couple Valarie and Mark Wafer.  They talk about their lives together, their lived experiences with diversity, equity and inclusion and their commitment to Rotary. It is a great listen!

Sonam Choeden, a refugee from Tibet, shared her journey from India to Canada, highlighting her parents' escape from Tibet and her upbringing in India. She discussed her transition to New York, the challenges of selling Tibetan carpets, and the loss of her husband and father. Sonam's involvement with Rotary began in Toronto, where she joined the Rotary Club of Toronto Forest Hill and late...

Rotary leaders in Canada clarify the misleading news headlines and shed light on the current legal battle by Ms. McEachern over the will of her husband, a long-time Rotarian who named Rotary as a beneficiary in his estate.

Host Joe Solway talks with polio survivor Ramesh Ferris. DGE Ramesh has dedicated his life to eradicating polio. His work has taken him around the globe. Discover his story. You will be glad you did.

Talking Rotary is back with a bang! This episode will feature Rotary International President  Stephanie Urchick in conversation with guest host Joe Solway. Recorded earlier this summer, they talk about her rise in Rotary and the year ahead. It is a fascinating and insightful conversation. Please find it on your favourite podcast host. You will be glad you did!

Joe speaks with Ken Masson of the Rotary Club of World Disability Advocacy and Jagwe Muzafaru of Blind Football Uganda about an amazing football program.

On the first episode of season 4, Joe Solway interviews Malaravan Balachandran. This young Rotarian from the Rotary Club of Scarborough is passionate about growing Rotary. Their conversation covers many membership-building initiatives - alternative club formats and strengthening our connection to Rotaract and Interact members.  If you are a Rotarian or are interested in the good works of Rotary In...

We talk with Rotarian David Humphries about public image, the Rotary family and making Rotary more diverse.

Beverly James and I talk about  our Rotary careers aboutbeing recognized and finding your place in Rotary. 

Joe Solway is a retired broadcaster and a proud Rotarian. His passion is feeding people in need. That is why Joe is producing the 6th annual Concert to Feed the Need. Learn Joe's story and how to support the concert on this episode.

In this episode we talk with Kieran Moolchan. Kieran is a Winnipeg based mental health advocate. Kieran shares his mental health journey, his advocacy for system changes and the role that service clubs can play.

On this episode of Talking Rotary we talk with change maker Evan Burrell. We talk about building the Rotary brand, telling your stories and finding your tribe.

We talk to PDG Stephanie Meyer about her generosity, her life saving gift and her love of Rotary.

We talk with Gary Ananda President of the Rotary Club of Gachie. They have used a Global Grant to improve more than thirty schools in their area of Kenya. They are looking for more Rotary partners so that they can continue to do this work.

Guest host Joe Solway, from the Bowmanville Rotary Club, interviews podcast co-host Peter Tonge, prior to Peter's appearance at the Rotary  International Convention. The wide ranging interview talks about life, the law, para sports, DEI and Rotary.

On this episode of Talking Rotary we meet Pallav Pant. Pallav is in Katmandu Nepal. Pallav has developed a mobile app to help people with disabilities communicate during times of emergency or disaster. He is seeking funding and technical expertise to grow the project. Pallav also belongs to the Rotary club with the coolest name and location, the Rotary Club of Mount Everest.

Eira Braun Labossiere and Martin Labossiere are proud members of the Satellite Club of Winnipeg Charleswood Virtual. We talk about the benefits of having a virtual club, doing Rotary in a new way and the important work of this innovative club.

The Rotary Club of Eziama Sunrise in Aba Nigeria is working to improve the lives of people with disabilities. Rotarian Zubi Akamnou talks about this work and their plans for the future.

On this episode we talk with Sara Surani proud Rotarian and the co-founder of She is the Universe. In this inspiring conversation we talk about empowerment, steminism and hope. Learn more about Sara and She is the Universe here: https://www.sheistheuniverse.org/