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Empowering Community Growth: SBCCI Funding with Karen Soltau Episode Number: (No episode number) Episode Summary:In today’s episode, we're unpacking the transformative impact of funding for Black-led, Black-focused non-profit organizations. I had the pleasure of speaking with Karen Salto, head of the SBCCI Tropicana Community Services, who enlightened us on the success of the program, the benefits to the community, and the importance of taking advantage of this opportunity.Guest Bio:Karen Salto is the head of the SBCCI at Tropicana Community Services, leading an initiative that provides critical funding for capacity building in Black Canadian communities. Her work focuses on empowering grassroots organizations to achieve sustainable growth and create lasting impact.In This Episode, You’ll Learn:The goals and growth of the SBCCI program since its inception in 2020.The importance of funding for capacity building in Black-led non-profit organizations.Real-life examples of how SBCCI grants have made a difference

Summer is a great time to tackle your to-do list, but where do you start? Some projects can wait, but there are a few that should be completed now. I recently interviewed Home Care Expert Bailey Carson, Head of Book Now with ANGI for her expertise on this subject!We chatted about:• Home maintenance improvement projects that should be top priority• How to budget and prioritize home maintenance projects• Priorities for new homeowners• When to decide to DIY or go with a proShoutout to Bailey for sharing her home improvement knowledge with us!This episode is brought to you by ANGIRecorded June 23, 2021

Dr Mike Dow, psychotherapist and author of The Brain Fog Fix, Healing the Broken Brain and Diet Rehab joins the show to chat about how travel, even a quick trip, can boost one's mental health. (recorded prior to increased restrictions)Dr Mike Dow Links:https://drmikedow.com/InstagramFacebookTwitterThis episode is brought to you by:Hotwire

I had taken a bit of a hiatus, and on this episode I explain why. Everything is still a work in progress but I'm excited to see how it all evolves!

I recently had the opportunity to attend a travel destinations conference and as a con list I spoke on the topic of representation this car cast it’s just a quick summary of that passion

Did You Know…Too Much Time Indoors Could Have a Major Impact on a Child's Vision?A new study conducted by The Centre for Ocular Research & Education (CORE), the University of Waterloo’s School of Optometry & Vision Science and the Canadian National Institute for the Blind, reveals myopia is a global epidemic with prevalence rates in Canadian children increasing at an alarming rate. So why is there so much attention around nearsightedness now? Other than a child needing to wear glasses or other vision correction, why should we be concerned? Joining me to talk about this problem and ways to help combat this issue is Dr. Deborah Jones, Clinical Scientist and member of the research team at CORE.BIO: Dr. Jones graduated in Optometry from City University in London, England. She is a fellow of the British College of Optometrists, holds a UK Diplomate in Contact Lens Practice and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry.RESOURCE: http://fightmyopia.ca

PegCityLovely chats with Amanda Aerin about home improvement trends this year!Instagram: @amanda.aerin.style and @wpghomeshowsWebsite: http://Amanda-Aerin.com

PegCityLovely chats with Dr. Lauren Streicher about some of the myths and common questions about estrogen and hormone therapy.Ever since the 2002 Women's Health Initiative (WHI) report, women have been cautious about the use of estrogen therapy. Many women endure years of uncomfortable symptoms of perimenopause and menopause without relief. When taken at the right time, and in the right way, estrogen therapy can reduce vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes) due to menopause.Http://drstreicher.com

Every new school year presents new opportunities. With high hopes, parents aim to do things differently. They plan to lay their kid's clothes out the night before. To wake up earlier. To eat healthier and be more patient with the kids. We all pledge our School Year's Resolutions... Then reality kicks inTo find out what the back-to-school morning hustle is really like for parents, Kellogg's Nutri-Grain surveyed parents about their routines and the results were surprising!Natalie chats with dynamic YouTube duo Cat and Nat about those crazy back to school mornings, how to minimize mishaps and lists great tips for transitioning back to routine.Recorded: Wed Aug 29/18PegCityChat with Nat podcast show: https://www.spreaker.com/show/pegcitychat-with-natWith seven kids between the two of them, Cat & Nat know just how lonely and isolating motherhood can be. With honesty and humor, Cat & Nat rewrite the paradigm of "the perfect mom" and dismantle the unrealistic portrayals of motherhood that are often presented

As students prepare to head back to school, families are spending big bucks on supplies and tuition, placing an increased financial burden on parents and students alike. PegCityLovely chats with Doyle Williams, Executive Vice President of COUNTRY Financial to talk simple steps on how to maintain back-to-school costs.Http://takesimplesteps.com

Plants and the "green collar" industry that thrives on them are powering our lives in ways we never thought possible, creating new jobs that not only help our economy, but also make our world, and our lives, better! There have never been more opportunities to change the world through plants than there are today, but awareness of the industry that sustains them, known as "horticulture" is at an all-time low. The more we know about plants, the more we can make a difference today. By empowering today's youth - the next generation of game changers and dreamers - to unlock the potential of their natural world, BLOOM! is opening their eyes to opportunities they never knew possible and, in the process, seeding their future and ours.Join PegCityLovely as she chats with Susan E. Yoder, IOM, the Executive Director of Seed Your Future - a national movement to promote horticulture and encourage more young people to pursue careers working with plants. They discuss opportunities for young people and share unique insights i

Just me chattin about relationships from my car! LolWho are your cheerleaders in your life?

As the days slowly begin to grow longer, more Americans may start thinking about vacation, something recent research suggests they don't take nearly enough of. A survey commissioned by British Airways found that 68% of employed adults have unused vacation days at the end of the year, mainly because work is too busy to take time off.Americans have long been known as workaholics, but the results of the study show that vacation time is suffering in a major way. 29% of respondents said they were saving up vacation days, which they ultimately didn't use.On the rare occasion that people find time to get out of the office, nearly half (48%) of Americans feel refreshed and recharged after a vacation. This is despite the majority of respondents feeling as though they failed to properly disconnect from work while on break.PegCityLovely chats with Dr Jaime Kulaga (http://drjaimek.com) about tips and strategies on how to manage workload and truly disconnect when on vacation.

Real Talk with Coach V of Higher Level Fitness and Natalie of PegCityLovely.Vernis and Natalie discuss the strategies one needs in life and health to overcome complacency.Coach V - instagram.com/higher_level_fitness, website: higherlevelfitness.netPegCityLovely - instagram.com/pegcitylovely, website: pegcitylovely.com

Americans are giving to charity more than ever. In light of the most recent natural disasters and the holiday season approaching, there’s a new sense of urgency to charitable giving. But how many of us really know how our donations are being spent – and that they’ll make a difference?Before making donations, donors should do their research to ensure they’re choosing wisely. Evaluators such as Charity Navigator offer charity ratings and in-depth analysis of U.S.-based charities, with criteria including financial management and accountability. Givers should also understand the cause they’re trying to support, and look for charities that effectively address the causes they’re passionate about.

Natalie from PegCityLovely chats with Crystal Thompson, founder/owner of Flourish Into You, a wonderful life coaching program for women that focuses on diet culture.Flourish Into You Online Details:- Website: http://flourishintoyou.com- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flourishintoyou/- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/flourishintoyou/- Book a Call: https://flourishintoyou.com/connection-call-application/Upcoming Event: Sat Oct 28, 2017Diet Culture Dropoutshttp://dietculturedropouts.com

With overscheduled days and never-ending to-do lists, it’s impossible to avoid the stress that comes with working hard. And, when it’s time to rest, getting enough good quality sleep is one of the most important things you can do for your health. But the growing sleep debt in shows that’s easier said than done.PegCityLovely chats with Dr. Sujay Kansagra (pronounced Soo-jay Kahn-sahgrah) who joins us live from Raleigh, NC, this morning with findings from a new survey showing how stress may be affecting your ability to get a good night’s sleep.

Back to School planning is well underway and a new survey by Total Wireless finds that 63% of moms find planning for this is more stressful than planning for the holidays!PegCityLovely chats with actor, host, entrepreneur and of course mom Tamera Mowry-Housley about how to stay connected like a true boss mom this back to school season.

It’s not always easy to have a candid conversation with your eye doctor. It can be difficult deciding what’s important to bring up or even realizing something might be wrong in the first place. Doctor-patient dialogue can help you understand what is considered normal and help your doctor diagnose any chronic conditions that might benefit from treatment.PegCityLovely chats with ophthalmologist Dr. Neda Shamie on how to have those conversations.