Look for the Helpers
Grace interviews Jade Walker and Dianne Crowley in a heartening episode that explores curating positive stories and community efforts to uplift one another. Jade discusses her newsletter 'A Bit of Good News' which highlights positive global stories, while Diane shares her experiences of community support in disaster recovery, including organizing events like Rocktoberfest and a charity concert with Edwin McCain. This episode delves into the impactful actions people take to bring hope and aid in challenging times.
00:00 Introduction to Frogmore's Toon
00:20 Meet Jade Walker: A Night Owl Journalist
00:54 The Birth of 'A Bit of Good News'
02:00 Choosing Stories of Positivity
02:41 Balancing Fear and Hope in Journalism
05:16 The Impact of Historical Events
09:02 Maintaining Mental Health as a Journalist
11:07 Jade's Feline Family
12:08 Introducing Diane Crowley
12:25 Introduction to Diane and Wild Wing
13:26 Diane's Connection to Western North Carolina
13:58 Impact of Hurricane Helene
14:49 Community Response and Relief Efforts
16:24 Rocktoberfest Fundraiser Event
18:09 Edwin McCain's Generous Contribution
20:09 Details of the Fundraiser Event
21:57 Conclusion
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