Quick Bits: Honouring a Helper, New Video Episode with Recovery Queen Deb Borsos, and a Live Teaser

Send us Fan MailIn this Quick Bits update, Tim shares a deeply personal reflection following the recent passing of his mother, Carol Conrad, after a long journey with Alzheimer’s. Through stories from his childhood, Tim explores how his mother’s decades of volunteer work with the Canadian Red Cross shaped his own lifelong commitment to helping people during their hardest moments.This short episode is both a tribute and a reminder: volunteers and helpers often never see the full impact of their work — but it matters, sometimes decades later.Key ThemesRemembering Carol Conrad, a dedicated Canadian Red Cross volunteerChildhood memories of the equipment loan program and community helpersHow early exposure to volunteerism shaped Tim’s crisis communications pathThe quiet, often unseen impact of community volunteersGratitude for helpers everywhere - past, present, and futureA brief pause in new episodes and what’s coming nextA special sign‑off dedicated to his mom: “with ice cream and strawberries.”Featured Episode Mention🎨 Nobody Talks Recovery Like Her with Deb Borsos Now available on the Butterfly Effect Communications YouTube channel, including visual aids to enhance the viewing experience.How to Get InvolvedShare your story or pitch a guest idea: www.communicationspodcast.comLeave a review or connect with past guests - your appreciation goes a long wayWatch for upcoming live broadcasts on YouTube and LinkedInIn Memory of Carol Conrad For those wishing to make a donation in her honour, please consider supporting:Alzheimer Society of CanadaTerry Fox FoundationVisit www.communicationspodcast.com for more detailed show info including photos and videos.