Hosted by Andy Harris · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 66 episodes
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A deep dive into why connections matter for all of us, told through the inspiring, engaging and thought-provoking stories of guests ranging from community organizers to coaches to former inmates to authors to photographers and more. Their journeys and insights highlight the awesome impact of meaningful connections, barriers we face in developing community and what happens we do – and don’t – have it in our lives. Settle in, think, laugh and listen as we help you be the connection for your world.
Andy Harris hosts Be The Connection, a society show with 66 episodes published.
In the second half of our closer look at a key study on loneliness and the internet, researcher Andrew Smith shares more on the value of social networks vs. social media and how cultural differences play into the way peo
We kick off our series on loneliness and isolation with a researcher who co-authored an impactful study on internet and social media usage and the effect it has on real, tangible connections in times of challenges and st
Dan Page's journey from battling addiction starting at the age of 12 to derailing his life as an adult on to becoming a counselor and building community for those walking the same path he's walked has developed an immens
Jim, one of our first guests, is back with Frannie Hohman and together, they lead a two-year restorative justice program for inmates at San Quentin State Prison. Hear the amazing community that develops and helps bring h
Connection and community are vital, but where do solitude and isolation fit in the mix for a healthy life and mindset? Our new series will explore that question and we set up the awesome conversations ahead with this kic
From a small town to being on the air covering a range of communities around her native Northeast Ohio, Sarah White has learned what community means in a range of ways and she brings that perspective and insights to a co
Chris has been vital to building communities in the music world and now helps businesses make community the center of their internal operations and their relationship with those outside their walls. He joins to share val
Ed has spent nearly three decades rooted in the high school sports community and as a cancer survivor, he's a part of that special community as well. He's dishing out valuable lessons learned and shining a light on how t
Homelessness is a bigger issue in the U.S. with each passing day, but what does community look like for individuals facing being homeless, not just living on the street, but when they have a chance to find housing and mo
The Bateleurs are a fantastic community of 200 diverse pilots who donate their aviation services to conservation and environmental groups in their native South Africa and neighboring areas. Leader Steve McCurrach shares
Revisiting the wise words of our past eight guests so we don't lose their insights on community and connection by zooming on to the next piece of content. This time around, we go back to the thoughts of: Ep. 36 - Claire
Season 2 launches with the story of a guy who went from 400-plus pounds and on the verge of dangerous health issues to someone who's found fitness, community and a new direction for his life thanks to his own drive and t
What lasting lessons on connection, community and relationships has our first season taught us? We look back on a year of BTC and also look ahead to see what's next as we keep chasing better connections and community tha
Raymond Green's story is one of working to empower those who feel excluded in their communities and his passion for community stems from the hard lessons learned from his time in prison and reintegrating into society aft
Bridge the Village is all about uniting those who build communities and removing divisions to create room for growth and unity. Executive director DeJuana Waters-Herald leads this bold effort and shares what truly drives
A veteran teacher, professor and leader of a new school where he's part of creating a thriving educational community, Dr. Steven Hyatt is an expert on culture and its importance within all types of communities. He shares
With a nonprofit built on sneaker culture and focused on building community, connecting with the community at large and showing students a brighter future where they're the creators of amazing designs and products, Akron
Dr. Therese Lueck speaks powerfully on how to find great community in a transient setting like a college campus, the power journalism still has to create community and how an invitation to appear on this podcast sent her
How do we build, sustain and grow the type of communities that help us thrive and live all-around healthier lives? Jillian Racoosin goes in-depth to answer that question and to explain how stronger communities depend on
Let's circle back to the powerful words and wisdom our guests shared in Ep. 36-44 so we can keep those in mind, apply them to our lives and live them out. It's time to Pause and Refresh on one central piece of wisdom fro
Dr Andrew Smith
scholar in Philosophy and Environmental Studies · The Association of Dental Support Organizations (ADSO)
1 appearance on this show
Sarah White
Personal Branding and Visibility Mentor, Speaker and Networking Host · Jean Hailes for Women’s Health
1 appearance on this show
Chris Catania
1 appearance on this show
Deena Kastor
Olympic medalist · Olympian
1 appearance on this show
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