The Ripple Effect Podcast

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome special guest Gary Rhinebarger from Rhine Hall. ️ What began as a passion for restoring a historic building has grown into one of Kokomo's most unique entertainment venues. Gary shares how Rhine Hall is bringing live music, comedy shows, community events, weddings, a...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome special guest Jenny Young from Pregnancy Resource Center. What started as a conversation about pregnancy support quickly revealed just how much the Pregnancy Resource Center offers our community. From free medical services and parenting education to mentoring, materi...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Ben Rutz from the Kokomo Howard County Public Library. Think the library is just about books? Think again. Ben shares how the Kokomo Howard County Public Library is helping the community through technology support, creative maker spaces, digital medi...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome special guest Drew Durham from Center Township. Drew shares how Center Township is helping local families through utility and housing assistance, a growing food pantry, back-to-school programs, community events, and other resources designed to fill critical gaps when...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Leanne Fogg from Habitat for Humanity. Leanne shares exciting updates about Habitat for Humanity's upcoming home build for a local veteran, how the organization selects families, and the incredible impact volunteers, donors, and community partners ha...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Kim Graves and Jessica Ausbrook from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome special guests Keith and Jay from the Kokomo Park Band Did you know the Kokomo Park Band is celebrating its 124th season this summer?✨ In this episode, Keith and Jay share the incredible history behind one of Kokomo's longest-running traditions, how music continues...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Mary Reinhart from Kokomo Pride Revived Mary shares the heart behind Kokomo Pride, upcoming Pride Month events, and the organization's mission to create a more welcoming and supportive community for everyone. From Pride Fest and community programs to...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome special guest Anne Shaw from the Howard County Historical Society for a conversation all about preserving the stories, artifacts, and history that make Howard County so special. ✨ From family treasures hidden away in attics to unique local traditions and exhibits, A...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome special guests Jeff and Jake Stout of Stout & Son Funeral Homes.️ Together, they dive into the incredible 135‑year legacy of their family business, the deeply human side of funeral service, the importance of compassion on someone's hardest day, and the powerful c...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, host Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Assistant Principal Brian Moon from Taylor Community School Corporation! ️ From launching a brand‑new Solidarity ATM inside Taylor High School, to empowering students through the Titan Financial Academy, this episode dives into how real-world financia...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Jennifer from the Kokomo Symphony Orchestra From celebrating over 50 years of live music in Kokomo to bringing in talented musicians from across the region, this episode highlights how the symphony continues to create powerful, shared experiences for...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Jamey Henderson from Samaritan Caregivers From the fan-favorite Chocolate Celebration to the powerful, behind-the-scenes impact on seniors in our community, this episode is equal parts sweet and meaningful. Jamie shares how Samaritan Caregivers provi...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Naketa Catchings from Helping Our Homies From her powerful recovery journey to serving meals and essentials to those in need each week, Naketa shares how Helping Our Homies is creating real impact through connection, consistency, and compassion. What...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Laura Martin from Foster the Need Laura shares the heart behind an organization serving foster children across Howard County and beyond; from providing emergency duffel bags for kids entering new homes to creating a boutique experience where children...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, host Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Kasey Vincent from 100 People Who Care Howard County, to talk about making a real impact locally. They break down how a simple commitment can turn into thousands of dollars going directly to local nonprofits—no middleman, no red tape, just real...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Lisa from 4C Health. ️ They dive into how 4C Health has expanded over the past 50 years to provide critical mental health and substance use services across seven counties, including therapy, psychiatric care, school-based support, mobile crisis respo...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Shannon Spencer from Ainsley's Angels They talk about what it truly means to “borrow your legs” so a child can feel the wind in their hair and hear a crowd cheering their name. From the powerful 4x4x48 challenge to pushing riders through...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Miriam O'Mally-Long from DSI Together with Bona Vista, to talk about inclusion, employment, and empowering individuals with disabilities across Indiana. With over 65 years of impact in Howard County and services now reaching 63 counties statewide, Bo...

The latest episode of The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Beverly Forrey from HOPE Behavioral Services. With more than 20 years of experience in the autism field, Beverly shares how HOPE is transforming lives through applied behavior analysis therapy, transition to school programs, and hands on sup...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Nate White from First City Recovery Center. Nate shares his powerful personal journey through addiction and recovery, and how that lived experience fuels First City's mission to provide real, local support for addiction and mental health right here i...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Mark Sutton from the Kokomo YMCA! They dive into how the YMCA is redefining wellness in Kokomo with exciting new amenities like the Rehab and Recovery Room, hydro massage beds, Pilates reformers, and inclusive programs that truly serve all ages and a...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Steve Hughes from Kokomo Civic Theatre, for an inspiring conversation about the power of the arts in our community. ✨ From the upcoming February production, The Revolutionists, to musicals, volunteer opportunities, and the behind-the-scenes work it...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, host Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Joey Bennett from Valley of Grace ️ Joey shares his powerful personal journey and how it led to the creation of Valley of Grace, a local, faith-based recovery center changing lives right here in our community. This conversation dives into hope, second...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, hosts Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Libby McClure from Food Finders Food Bank, for a powerful and eye opening conversation about food insecurity right here in Howard County. They dive into what food insecurity really looks like, why one in four local children are affected, and how Food...

This week on The Ripple Effect Podcast, host Jessica Ausbrook and Kim Graves from Solidarity Community Federal Credit Union welcome a special guest, Patti Stage of the Suicide Prevention Coalition of Howard County. This episode dives into the tough conversations many people avoid but desperately need. Patti shares why talking openly about suicide saves lives, how everyday people can recognize warn...