Good Works in the Heartland
by Nick Carswell
Audio-Reader's "Good Works in the Heartland" podcast celebrates the organizations and individuals improving the lives of others throughout Kansas, Missouri and the Midwest. Each episode focuses on one community group, non-profit or social service organization that provides essential services to those in need, enriching lives and connecting communities across the Midwest.The Audio-Reader Network is an audio information service for blind, visually impaired, and print disabled individuals. We provide access to a wide range of content including newspapers, magazines and books, on the air, on the internet and over the telephone 24 hours a day. Services are offered free of charge to anyone who is unable to read standard printed material.
Episodes
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The Beacon 08-20-2026: Simple or oversimplified? Missouri prepares to grade schools on an A-to-F scale
The Beacon 08-20-2026: Simple or oversimplified? Missouri prepares to grade schools on an A-to-F scale by Nick Carswell
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The Leaven 06-12-2026
The Leaven 06-12-2026 by Nick Carswell
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The Leaven 02-27-2026
The Leaven 02-27-2026 by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 11 Worthy Cause Raising Funds for Veterans
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 11 Worthy Cause Raising Funds for Veterans by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 12 Still Serving Always
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 12 Still Serving Always by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 09 Persian Gulf War
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 09 Persian Gulf War by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 17 Book Corner
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 17 Book Corner by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 19 Day of Service
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 19 Day of Service by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 18 Vets in Focus
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 18 Vets in Focus by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 15 Member Corner
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 15 Member Corner by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 04 Now Hear This
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 04 Now Hear This by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 16 Member Benefits
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 16 Member Benefits by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 02 Command Post
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 02 Command Post by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 01 Table of Contents
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 01 Table of Contents by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 06 Washington Wire
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 06 Washington Wire by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 07 Why Would I Go Anywhere Else
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 07 Why Would I Go Anywhere Else by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 08 Big Step Forward for Gulf War Vets
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 08 Big Step Forward for Gulf War Vets by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 13 Honoring VFW's Forefathers
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 13 Honoring VFW's Forefathers by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 03 Mail Call
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 03 Mail Call by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 05 Issues Up Front
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 05 Issues Up Front by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 14 VFW in Action
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 14 VFW in Action by Nick Carswell
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VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 10 Harlem Hellfighters Recognized
VFW Magazine Jan/Feb 2026 - Part 10 Harlem Hellfighters Recognized by Nick Carswell
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Better Senior Living - January 2026 - Articles
Better Senior Living - January 2026 - Articles by Nick Carswell
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Better Senior Living - January 2026 - Events
Better Senior Living - January 2026 - Events by Nick Carswell
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The Fabulous Fifties Promo
The Fabulous Fifties Promo by Nick Carswell
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The Leaven 12-18-2025
The Leaven 12-18-2025 by Nick Carswell
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The Leaven 12-12-2025
The Leaven 12-12-2025 by Nick Carswell
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Good Works S04 EP04 - VisualEyes Access
Imagine having a trusted camp buddy by your side—someone who’s always there to help you navigate and explore with confidence. That’s what our Visual Interpreter Pro (VIP) Service is all about! Backed by years of experience in visual interpreting and support for blind and low-vision individuals,...
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Good Works S04 EP03 - Insightful Publications
Founded in 2009 by Christine Chaikin, Insightful Publications publishes State Resource Handbooks that provide information, resources and a user-friendly platform for the blind and visually impaired community. The state resource handbooks are for consumers and professionals and valuable for...
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Good Works S04 EP02 - Council of Citizens with Low Vision International
CCLVI is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization and a Special Interest Affiliate of the American Council of the Blind. We are an international nonprofit organization and community of individuals who understand low vision needs and experiences. CCLVI is here to provide support, resources, education,...
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Good Works S04 EP01 - Safety Positive
Safety Positive Foundation believes blindness should not be a barrier between you and your personal safety. We've got the resources to help. Amy SP Wilson, the trailblazer behind the Safety Positive Foundation, is revolutionizing personal safety for the blind and visually impaired community.…
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Good Works S03 Ep10 - SEK Library System and Talking Books
Martha interviews Cynthia Chalker with SEK Library Systems about their programs and Kansas Talking Books.
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Good Works S03 Ep09 - Your Senior Resource Center + Medicare Enrollement
Good Works S03 Ep09 - Your Senior Resource Center + Medicare Enrollement by Nick Carswell
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Good Works S03 Ep08 - NFB Kansas
The NFB of Kansas is the Kansas state affiliate of the NFB. This organization allows Kansans to participate in and support the NFB's programs locally. Our purpose is to integrate the blind of Kansas and our nation in to society on a basis of equality with our sighted neighbors. We're…
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Good Works S03 Ep07 - Children's Center for the Visually Impaired
Children’s Center for the Visually Impaired exists to serve blind and visually impaired children, their families, and the community. CCVI’s comprehensive program model provides specialized education and therapy services designed to help their students and families succeed by meeting them where…
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Good Works S03 EP06 - NBBA Beep Ball World Series
Martha & Nick report from their visit to the National Beep Baseball Association's World Series in St Louis this past July. The National Beep Baseball Association is an organization committed to fostering competition and camaraderie through the game of beep baseball for the blind and visually...
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Good Works S03 EP05 - Independence Inc.
Since 1978, Independence, Inc. has served as a resource in Lawrence and Northeast Kansas through our mission to maximize the independence of people with disabilities through advocacy, peer support, training, transportation and community education. As an Independent Living Center, we work with...
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Good Works S03 EP04 - Usher Syndrome Coalition
The Usher Syndrome Coalition is the core of the global Usher syndrome community, working to connect those living with Usher syndrome to resources, research, and each other. The Coalition uses the power of two data collection tools to build the community, leading to a better understanding of Usher...
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Good Works S03 EP03 - Wyandotte & Leavenworth Counties Area Agency on Aging
Area Agency on Aging is responsible for planning, coordinating, funding and advocating for programs and services which meet the needs of Wyandotte and Leavenworth County residents. Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) provides unbiased, reliable information and counseling to individuals of...
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Good Works S03 EP02 - Platte Senior Services
Platte County Senior Services enables seniors to live full and independent lives by providing nutrition services as well as opportunities to interact with others and socialize in activities throughout the community. PSSI is a 501C 3 nonprofit agency serving Platte County seniors, age 60 and…
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Good Works S03 EP01 - Care Patrol
For our first episode of our 3rd series, Audio-Reader Communications Coordinator Martha Kehr talks with Kisha Steineger of Care Patrol. Kisha Steineger is a Senior Care Consultant from Care Patrol of Northeast Kansas. CarePatrol senior care advisors and assisted living consultants are committed…
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Good Works S02 EP11 - Lawrence Author Clenece Hills
This episode of Good Works in the Heartland, we chat with Clenece Louise Roberts Hills, author, radiohost and educator. In her unique memoir, Saturday's Child: 75 Years of Learning on the Job, Clenece Louise Robert Hills captures her memories through the lens of 75 years of employment – including...
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Good Works S02 EP10 - Medicare Open Enrollment with Your SRC
Medicare Open Enrollment is live now! Health Resources Coordinator for the Senior Resource Center for Douglas County (YourSRC) Lori Phillips joined us to talk about changes to this years plans, and share resources to help with Medicare enrollment. Senior Health Insurance Counseling for Kansas...
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Good Works S2 EP09 - Meals on Wheels
Lawrence Meals On Wheels (LMOW) serves hot, nutritious meals to the homebound elderly and/or disabled Monday through Friday, with the exception of several holidays, such as Christmas. The meals are purchased from Lawrence Memorial Hospital (LMH). LMH prepares the meals to meet the individual...
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Good Works S2 EP08 - Kansas City Area Transportation Authority
The Kansas City Area Transportation Authority connects people to opportunities through safe, reliable public transportation. KCATA is a bi-state agency charged with serving the transportation and development needs of the Kansas City region.
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Good Works S2 EP07 - Kansas Talking Books
Kansas Talking Books provides personalized library support and materials in a specialized format to eligible Kansas residents to ensure that all may read. This no-cost library service features: Audio books, audio magazines, braille books, and braille magazines mailed directly to your house and...
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Good Works S2 EP06 - Kansas Advocates for Better Care
Founded in 1975 as Kansans for Improvement of Nursing Homes, our mission continues to be “Advocating for Quality Long-Term Care for residents of licensed adult care homes.” KABC is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization, funded by members, contributors and grants for special purposes....
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Good Works S2 EP05 - Foundation Fighting Blindness
The urgent mission of the Foundation Fighting Blindness is to drive the research that will provide preventions, treatments and cures for people affected by retinitis pigmentosa, macular degeneration, Usher syndrome and the entire spectrum of retinal degenerative diseases....
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Good Works S2 EP04 - Visiting Nurses Association
Audio-Reader's Martha Kehr is joined by Jill Craft with Douglas County Visiting Nurses Association. Since 1969 Visiting Nurses has been dedicated to ensuring every patient in need receives necessary medical care regardless of their ability to pay. We take pride in our history of service and...
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Good Works S2 EP03 - The Whole Person
Audio-Reader's Communications & Listener Services Coordinator Martha Kehr speaks with Kirby Hough and Bayleigh Walker from The Whole Person. The Whole Person connects people with disabilities to the resources they need by supporting independent choice and advocating for positive change in the...
About this show
Audio-Reader's "Good Works in the Heartland" podcast celebrates the organizations and individuals improving the lives of others throughout Kansas, Missouri and the Midwest. Each episode focuses on one community group, non-profit or social service organization that provides essential services to those in need, enriching lives and connecting communities across the Midwest.The Audio-Reader Network is an audio information service for blind, visually impaired, and print disabled individuals. We provide access to a wide range of content including newspapers, magazines and books, on the air, on the internet and over the telephone 24 hours a day. Services are offered free of charge to anyone who is unable to read standard printed material.
Hosted by
Nick Carswell