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On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Tayler Jones — actress, director, teaching artist with Detroit Creativity Project, and founder of Beauty of Detroit Box. Tayler is a proud product of Detroit Public Schools, a multi-talented theatre artist, and a passionate advocate for the power of art and creativity—especially in the lives of young people. She received her BFA in Acting from Wayne State University, her MFA in Applied Drama from Eastern Michigan University, and studied Advanced Actor Training at the Moscow Art Theatre School. Tayler’s impressive career spans stage, screen, and the classroom, but her greatest work may be the impact she’s having on the next generation. Through her work with Matrix Theatre Company and the Detroit Creativity Project, Tayler teaches improv and life skills to youth in Detroit—using theatre as a powerful tool to build confidence, resilience, and connection. In this episode, you’ll hear: ➡️ Tayler’s journey from childhood performer to professional actress and educator ➡️ How the Detroit Creativity Project is transforming young lives through improv and creativity ➡️ The story behind Beauty of Detroit Box and how it builds community and supports local businesses ➡️ A heartfelt conversation on miscarriage and infant loss, and how Tayler is honoring her baby’s legacy ➡️ More about the amazing organization Remembering Cherubs and their mission to support grieving parents ➡️ Why art, music, theatre, and creativity matter now more than ever ➡️ And so much more! 🎭 Support the mission: Learn more about the life-changing work of the Detroit Creativity Project and get involved. 💛 Connect with Remembering Cherubs and support families experiencing miscarriage and infant loss: rememberingcherubs.org 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: Don’t miss this inspiring, emotional, and joy-filled episode—and so many others! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Join the movement to empower girls and change the world, one story at a time! For more information on 1 Girl Revolution, please visit: 1GirlRevolution.com

14 Mai 1h 1min

On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Deb Ellinger, founder of Elli’s House—a nonprofit organization based in Detroit that works with women and girls in the city and also supports women and girls across the country who are experiencing homelessness or who have been impacted by addiction, human trafficking, abuse, and more. Deb’s story is one of strength, compassion, and relentless action. After spending years working in law enforcement, Deb witnessed firsthand the heartbreaking realities of human trafficking, abuse, and addiction. Driven by a deep desire to make a difference, she began meeting women where they were—offering food, hygiene kits, and hope from the back of her car. That grassroots effort grew into Elli’s House, a full-scale nonprofit that now provides 24/7 street outreach, a drop-in center, and one of Detroit’s only long-term residential programs for women exiting trafficking or homelessness. In this episode, you’ll hear: ➡️ Deb’s inspiring personal and professional journey—from law enforcement to nonprofit founder ➡️ The powerful story behind Elli’s House and how it’s changing lives in Detroit and beyond ➡️ How Elli’s House supports women and girls with street outreach, shelter, mentorship, and more ➡️ The realities of trafficking and addiction in our own communities—and what we can do to help ➡️ Why showing up with love, dignity, and consistency makes all the difference ➡️ And so much more! 🛒 Help Elli’s House: Support their work by donating through their Amazon Wishlist – every item goes directly to a woman in need. For more information on Elli’s House, visit: www.ellishouse313.com 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: Don’t miss this powerful and heartfelt episode—and so many others! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Join the movement to empower girls and change the world, one story at a time! For more information on 1 Girl Revolution, please visit: 1GirlRevolution.com

7 Mai 45min

On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Elza Spaedy, founder of Healed and Restored—a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping women and girls who are survivors of abuse, trafficking, domestic violence, and other forms of trauma. Elza’s story is one of courage, healing, and hope. As a survivor herself, Elza understands the deep wounds that trauma can cause—and she’s made it her life’s mission to walk alongside other women and girls on their journey to restoration. Through Healed and Restored, she is building a supportive community and providing vital resources, mentorship, and programming to empower survivors and help them reclaim their lives. In this episode, you’ll hear: 💙 Elza’s powerful personal story of survival and transformation; 💙 The inspiration behind Healed and Restored and how it’s changing lives; 💙 How the organization supports women and girls recovering from abuse, exploitation, and trauma; 💙 Why healing in community is so important—and what that looks like in practice; 💙 How mentorship, life skills, and personal empowerment are key components of the healing journey; 💙 And so much more! For more information on Healed and Restored, visit: www.healedandrestored.org 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: Don’t miss this empowering and heartfelt episode—and so many others! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Join the movement to empower girls and change the world, one story at a time! For more information on 1 Girl Revolution, please visit: 1GirlRevolution.com

1 Mai 50min

On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Melissa Berton, Academy Award-winning producer, educator, and co-founder of The Pad Project—a nonprofit organization working to end period stigma and empower women and girls worldwide through access to menstrual products and education. Melissa’s story is one of purpose, passion, and powerful change. What began as a high school project with her students has evolved into a global movement, providing menstrual hygiene resources, launching pad-making enterprises, and advocating for menstrual equity around the world. Melissa is also the executive producer of the Oscar-winning documentary Period. End of Sentence.—a compelling and inspiring film that sparked international conversation and action around menstrual health. In this episode, you’ll hear: 🩸 How Melissa and her students sparked a global movement to end period poverty; 🩸 The incredible journey behind Period. End of Sentence. and its historic Oscar win; 🩸 How The Pad Project is creating sustainable solutions to menstrual health in underserved communities; 🩸 Stories of resilience, empowerment, and entrepreneurship from women and girls around the world; 🩸 The importance of talking about periods—and how it can lead to systemic change; 🩸 And so much more! For more information on The Pad Project, visit: www.thepadproject.org Learn more about Melissa and her work: www.melissaberton.com Watch the documentary Period. End of Sentence. on Netflix 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: Don’t miss this powerful and inspiring episode—and so many others! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Join the movement to empower girls and change the world, one story at a time! For more information on 1 Girl Revolution, please visit: 1GirlRevolution.com

24 Apr 46min

On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Darcy Olsen — powerhouse advocate, author, and founder of the Center for the Rights of Abused Children — a nonprofit organization dedicated to defending the rights of abused, abandoned, and neglected children. Darcy’s journey is one of fierce determination, deep compassion, and relentless advocacy for our most vulnerable. A former foster mom, who adopted four of the children that she fostered, Darcy founded the Center after witnessing firsthand the injustices and systemic failures within the child welfare and family court systems. Her mission: to give children a voice, an advocate, and the opportunity to thrive. Darcy and her team have started a revolution that is dedicated to supporting children, their protection and safety, and their inalienable rights. The Center for the Rights of Abused Children works tirelessly to reform broken systems, pass life-changing laws, and fight for children’s rights in court. In this episode, you’ll hear: 💛 Darcy’s powerful personal journey that led her to founding the Center for the Rights of Abused Children; 💛 How her experience as a foster mom opened her eyes to the urgent need for reform; 💛 The heartbreaking realities faced by children in foster care and in our world today — and the hope-filled solutions her organization is working toward; 💛 How the Center is changing laws, policies, and lives through advocacy and legal action; 💛 Inspiring stories of resilience, healing, and transformation; 💛 And so much more! For more information on the Center for the Rights of Abused Children, visit: www.thecenterforchildren.org 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: Don’t miss this inspiring and empowering episode—and so many others! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Join the movement to empower girls and change the world, one story at a time! For more information on 1 Girl Revolution, please visit: 1GirlRevolution.com

16 Apr 48min

On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Michelle Scerbo, founder of Wish Upon a Teen, and Nancy Sovran, the organization’s Executive Director — two incredible women who are bringing hope, comfort, and joy to teens facing serious medical conditions. Wish Upon a Teen is a nonprofit organization that provides creative, social, and emotional support to teenagers who are living with complex medical challenges. Michelle founded the organization in 2011 after recognizing a significant gap in care for teens in hospital settings. While many programs focus on young children, teens are often overlooked — and Michelle decided it was time to change that. From hospital room makeovers and personalized gifts to inclusive prom experiences and special outings, Wish Upon a Teen helps teens feel seen, celebrated, and empowered. Their signature Design My Room® program transforms sterile hospital rooms into personalized sanctuaries that reflect each teen’s unique personality and style — offering comfort, control, and a sense of home during extended hospital stays. In this episode, you’ll hear: ✨ Michelle’s inspiring journey from working in adolescent development to founding Wish Upon a Teen; ✨ How Nancy became involved and why this work is so personal to her; ✨ The impact of the Design My Room® program and how it transforms the hospital experience for teens; ✨ How Wish Upon a Teen is creating joyful, empowering experiences for teens during the hardest times of their lives; ✨ The challenges of running a nonprofit and how the organization continues to grow; ✨ Heartwarming stories of the teens and families who have been touched by Wish Upon a Teen; ✨ And so much more! For more information on Wish Upon a Teen, visit: www.wishuponateen.org 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: Don’t miss this inspiring and empowering episode—and so many others! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Join the movement to empower girls and change the world, one story at a time! For more information on 1 Girl Revolution, please visit: 1GirlRevolution.com

9 Apr 59min

On this week’s episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast, we welcome Rachel Doyle, founder of GlamourGals—a nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring and organizing teen volunteers to provide companionship and beauty makeovers to elderly residents in senior homes. Rachel’s story is one of compassion, connection, and empowerment. What started as a simple idea to honor her grandmother has grown into a nationwide movement, bringing joy, dignity, and friendship to seniors while cultivating a new generation of empathetic young leaders. Through GlamourGals, teens across the country are bridging the generational gap, learning the power of service, and making a lasting impact in their communities. In this episode, you’ll hear: 💄 Rachel’s inspiring journey from a high school student with a vision to the founder of a national nonprofit; 💄 How GlamourGals is creating meaningful connections between young people and seniors; 💄 The transformative impact of beauty, kindness, and companionship in senior homes;  💄 Challenges Rachel has faced in growing her organization and how she continues to expand her mission; 💄 Heartwarming stories of the friendships and lives changed through GlamourGals; 💄 And so much more! For more information on GlamourGals, visit: www.glamourgals.org 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: Don’t miss this inspiring and empowering episode—and so many others! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on #ApplePodcasts, #Spotify, #YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with our latest episodes. Join the movement to empower girls and change the world, one story at a time! For more information on 1 Girl Revolution, please visit: 1GirlRevolution.com   Special thanks to The Kelly Clarkson Show for highlighting 1 Girl Revolution + GlamourGals on the same episode - so we could connect and collaborate on this episode!

2 Apr 51min

This is a very special episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast featuring our dear friend Producer Rachel (Giordano) and some really inspiring world-changing women at Rebel Nell's International Women’s Day event. A few weeks ago, Kate flew to New York City to appear on The Kelly Clarkson Show, and Producer Rachel filled in for this special episode of The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast at Rebel Nell’s International Women’s Day event. When Kate first realized she wouldn’t be able to attend the Rebel Nell event, she called Producer Rachel, and she immediately jumped in to collaborate with us on this special episode. Producer Rachel went to Rebel Nell’s International Women’s Day event, microphone in hand, and interviewed some absolutely incredible women—women who are changing the world in so many ways. While we couldn’t fit all of the interviews into this episode, what you’re about to hear is a powerful snapshot of these world-changing women, their voices, and their stories. In this episode, you’ll hear from: ✨ Amy Peterson – Founder of Rebel Nell, a social enterprise that empowers women through employment and education. 📲 Follow: @rebelnell | @petersoneh ✨ Delphine Klaput – Original Rosie the Riveter, and Bette Kenward, Rosie the Riveter Organization Leader. 📲 Follow: @bette_kenward ✨ Amanda Sweet – Emcee of the event, Creative Fairy Godmother, and founder of Re.Vamp Detroit. 📲 Follow: @amandasweetlive | @re.vamp.detroit ✨ Ber-Henda Williams – Soul Coach and Poet, who delivered the opening remarks for the event. 📲 Follow: @berhenda | YouTube ✨ Jenny Feterovich – Previous guest on The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast and inspiring leader. 📲 Follow: @jennyfeter This episode is a celebration of women’s strength, resilience, and impact, and we’re so honored to share it with you! 🎧 Listen and Subscribe: Don’t miss this inspiring and empowering episode—and so many others! Listen to The 1 Girl Revolution Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Make sure to subscribe so you never miss an episode! 💡 Support Our Mission: If you believe in the power of storytelling and the mission of 1 Girl Revolution, consider making a donation to help us continue sharing these important stories with the world. 🔗 Follow us on social media and share this episode! Let’s grow the revolution together! For more information on 1 Girl Revolution, visit: 1GirlRevolution.com

31 Mar 41min