Your Positive Imprint

Sustainability of your belongings and of the earth is exceedingly necessary.  Repair Cafe  encourages repair over disposal, allowing anyone globally to participate. Jackie Carter explains its operation: fix it instead of throwing it away.

Climate change is a massive shift of our planet. Our civilization is built on the climate we've had for thousands of years. Principal Investigator Josh Willis of Nasa’s Oceans Melting Greenland (OMG) shares his studies and research measuring the oceans and ice and how they change over time. 

 Misty Compton transitioned from criminal justice to writing as a freelance writer and TikTok creator, focusing on supporting those feeling vulnerable or dealing with anxiety. 

For more than thirty years, Costa Rica has actively preserved and protected its natural lands, resources, and wildlife, leading to a thriving ecosystem. While nature holds immense value, its condition remains delicate and vulnerable, even in Costa Rica. Species such as the jaguar face significant risks. Justice for Nature with Alena Bendová.

Alena Bendová from the Czech Republic works with Justice for Nature, primarily on saving the critically endangered Sumatran Tiger in Indonesia. The pandemic has made wildlife conservation efforts more challenging.

Opportunities abound! Fill your life with action and endeavor! Dr. Bob Parks transitioned from his precision and accuracy of sports medicine to creative art using a paintbrush. This talented and professional artist started with zero experience and is now legendary! How did he do it? For Bob it’s the art of retirement. 

Sports medicine and podiatry have rapidly evolved over the past few decades. Bob Parks played a key role in developing lower extremity sports medicine as a podiatrist, contributing to research on sports injuries and modifications to running shoes, becoming a legend in biomechanics.

 David Royce and Michael Boyd have been captivated by glassblowing's authentic artistry since childhood. They are inspired by the combination of water, fire, and breath involved in the craft. Both share their experiences as glassblowers and discuss the importance of sustainability in reducing the carbon footprint.

Traffic is a major concern for commuters. Drivers often rely on local reporters for alternate routes. In São Paulo, traffic reporter Débora Mendonça helps thousands of drivers navigate safely and efficiently each day.

Danish furniture artisan Hans Jørgen Wiberg had a remarkable vision— 'Be My Eyes.' Hans perceives the world without borders and introduced a concept aimed at uniting people visually impaired through the power of helping eyes.

 Inspiration Monday! Human rights activists showcase their worldwide efforts, featuring highlights and quotes from their complete episodes of Your Positive Imprint.  “Human rights. What if…?”

 Join friends and family for Alex Lu’s board game,  Dogs Bond , which aims to promote multicultural experiences and change the narrative around animal shelters and adoptions. Its ultimate goal is to help dogs find loving homes. Add  Dogs Bond  to your game collection and support dog adoption.

We often overlook our human connections in the ‘offline world.' What do you notice when you venture out into the real world? Take a moment to pause and allow your soul to reconnect. Humanitarian Danny Brown emphasizes the importance of human connections.

With global temperatures rising as a result of climate change, agriculture must adapt to meet new challenges. But how can we achieve this? Today is Inspiration Monday, focusing on “Sustainable Agriculture Across the World and for the World.” This is global food security on a planet where climate change is affecting food supplies.

Honey bee researcher and beekeeper Melanie Margarita Kirby discusses queen bee selection and the importance of royal jelly. Honey bees have their role as pollinators and historical ties to plants. Her goal is to sustain pollination through queen bee breeding and to reconnect with the origins of our food, particularly from seeds.

 Melanie Margarita Kirby shares her experience with the Peace Corps, focusing on her work with honey bees. In this first episode, she discusses the history of honey bees and her journey to becoming a sustainable beekeeper in Paraguay.

Jerry the Bear was Dad’s imagination. His imaginative bear was used to weave lessons through storytelling which began when Jerry was born in a cave and started living his adventures. Later Rozier Sanchez turned to philosophical lessons using navigation and constellations to teach the circle of life.

Jennifer Hunter is an award-winning artist celebrated for her storytelling through painting. Recently, she faced her fear of surgery due to a spinal cord injury, which may impact her ability to paint again.

Rhythm and blues pop singer-songwriter Christopher Marciano inspires change through his music. His song "Runaway" features emotional lyrics addressing significant issues. Writing aids his healing from stress, and he hopes to promote recovery in others. 

The episode "Mental Health Awareness: Recovery and Healing Using Lyrics" features R&B artists Rawiri James and Christopher Marciano. Rawiri, an advocate and recovering addict, shares his story through his song "Lost Boy," emphasizing the value of storytelling. Christopher expresses his emotions in his lyrics, addressing important topics while maintaining a positive outlook as he moves forward...

Education often involves agendas and disagreements about student instruction, prompting questions about parents' roles. Punam Saxena, with a special education background, stresses the importance of parents understanding their child's academic needs. A shift is needed to empower parents as partners in education.

 As the host of this podcast, it's incredibly exciting to have my mom, Victoria Sanchez, share her positive influences, which embody our family values. She reflects on the importance of family togetherness and the principles that have united us.

 Leaders Should Get It Right Instead of Trying To Be Right. We often take on leadership roles to inspire action but without answers to many of humanity's questions. Dr. Michael Gerharz, an executive coach, is making a difference through his impactful words and actions.

What is your reality? Our realities change throughout life. People are rising to the challenge.

Mmabatho Portia Morudi is a sustainable honey farmer in South Africa, fostering habitats for honey bees in Africa's endangered forests. With deforestation and harmful agricultural practices threatening bee populations and wildlife, Portia offers villagers alternatives to mitigate these issues. Her efforts are protecting honey bees, village crops, forests, and even elephants.