WEEKEND: Mom and Pop Alliance Helping Small Business | RIZE Prevention Empowers Teens (Ep 461)

Just the Truth | WEEKEND Join us for an inspiring conversation with Martine Helou-Allen, Founder and Executive Director of RIZE Prevention, Inc., the nonprofit on a mission to empower teens to resist drug use and make healthy lifestyle choices. (rizeprevention.org). Together, we explore the birth of RIZE Prevention in June 2021 and the development of its flagship iRIZE program—a comprehensive, school-based approach that equips 6th-8th graders with the knowledge, skills, and resilience they need to thrive. Martine shares powerful stories of transformation, the importance of addressing the root causes of teen substance use, and the role every community member can play in “loving teens into greatness.” Whether you’re an educator, parent, policymaker, or simply passionate about youth well-being, this episode will leave you with actionable insights and a renewed sense of hope. Tune in to learn how RIZE is changing mindsets—one teen at a time—and discover how you can help bring this life-saving work to your schools and neighborhoods. For more information or to get involved, visit rizeprevention.org.   Meet Diane Hardy, the franchise owner behind two thriving Nothing Bundt Cake shops and the driving force of the Mom and Pop Alliance. In this candid interview, Diane breaks down the realities of scaling a specialty bakery—from fine-tuning your product lineup to building a loyal local following. Beyond the Bundts, Diane channels her on-the-ground small-business know-how into the Mom and Pop Alliance, a grassroots organization she founded to amplify the voices of independent business owners. She shares practical tips on navigating red tape, leveraging community partnerships, and influencing policy at the municipal level. Whether you’re dreaming of opening your first storefront or looking to supercharge your local advocacy efforts, Diane’s journey offers actionable strategies and hard-earned wisdom. Tune in to discover how she’s turning sweet success into a platform for lasting change—and how you can join the movement to empower Main Street.  To become a member of Mom and Pop visit MomandPopAlliance.org        Join our mailing list at joeyhudson.com and also subscribe to our YouTube Channel.  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joeyhudsononline/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/joeyhudson Your texts are always welcome on the Firmin Ford text line 864-477-JOEY(5639) and you can also leave a voice message to be aired on a future podcast.