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Harwood Half Hour
by Rich Harwood
On the Harwood Half Hour podcast, Rich Harwood, President and CEO of the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation, discusses what it takes to create a more hopeful society. At the Harwood Institute, we've developed a philosophy of civic faith and the practice of Turning Outward. Our approach has spread to all 50 U.S. states and 40 countries. On this podcast, we'll share what we've learned so you can make hope real in your community and in your life.
Episodes
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State of the Union Scorecard, a Tool You Can Use
Learn how you can use the report findings from Rich Harwood's groundbreaking report, Civic Virus: Why Polarization Is a Misdiagnosis, to evaluate President Biden's upcoming State of the Union address and the Republican response. You'll walk away with a tool to help you make sense of what you hear...
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Aspirations in an Upside-Down World
At a time when the world seems upside down, and we feel isolated or even alone, we need to reawaken to who we are, reground ourselves, and be clear about what we want to achieve in our communities. In this energizing and hopeful episode, Rich Harwood discusses three questions we can each engage...
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Launch of Rich Harwood's New Book, Unleashed
On this episode, Rich Harwood shares four critical takeaways from his latest book, Unleashed: A Proven Way Communities can spread change and make hope real for all. Tune n to learn about what it really takes to tackle societal fault lines and strengthen civic culture.
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Post-Inauguration: Will You Walk Toward the Light?
Following Wednesday's inauguration, some are saying President Biden's vision for the country is naive and others believe unity is not possible. So what does this mean for us and how we move forward together? Rich Harwood tackles the question: Will you walk toward the light? Watch or listen below…
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Against the Insurrection: What do you stand for?
On this Special Harwood Half Hour, Rich Harwood discusses the insurrection in our nation's capital yesterday. Today, he addresses "How do we make sense of what happened? Where are we as a country? How do we move forward from here?"
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Why We're Here: Civic Faith
On this Special Election 2020 Series, Rich Harwood discusses Civic Faith, why we're here, and what drives how we see and relate to one another. This is Part 4 of 4, coming to you each Tuesday at 4PM ET.
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How We'll Get There: 4 Key Mantras for Taking Action
On this Special Election 2020 Series, Rich Harwood discusses 4 key mantras you can use to get local communities and the nation to move forward. This is Part 3 of 4. This podcast was recorded on December 1, 2020.
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Where We're Going: How to Shift Your Focus
In order to get our communities and our country on a better path, we need to shift our focus. On this week's episode, Rich Harwood discussed how one community in Winchester, KY is taking steps to build a new future - and how you can take these four steps, too. This podcast was recorded on…
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Where We Are: Overcoming An Impasse
2020 has been a tough year and the election showed how much work we have ahead of us to create a more inclusive, equitable, just and hopeful society. So now the question is: Where do we go from here? Rich Harwood is going live on Facebook at 4 p.m. ET for a new 4-part series: Special Election…
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Being Accountable to Our Communities - with Lisa Attygalle of The Tamarack Institute
As communities grapple with a global pandemic and systemic racism, civic leaders must step forward and be accountable to their communities in order to build trust and create real, lasting change. In this special edition of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood speaks with Lisa Attygalle of the...
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Showing Up For Yourself and Others Today
At an unprecedented time when we are in the midst of multiple crises, Rich Harwood discusses why it's so important to show up for yourself and others today, and offers three steps you can take to show up in a more impactful way in your work and in your life. This episode was recorded on June 24,...
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Getting Real About What Happens Next in Communities
The change happening in our society is significant, rapid, and unprecedented. Our country is dealing with four crises: systemic racism, an economic crisis, a public health crisis, and a political crisis. In this special edition of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood discusses how we must get...
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Reminding Ourselves Who We Are–and Can Become
Our nation is in crisis. Now, more than ever, we must remind ourselves who we are—and can become. On this special edition of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood reflects on the current state of our country, and asks us to remind ourselves of some basic tenets of who we are and who we can…
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Safeguarding Our Dignity Today
In The Harwood Institute's nationwide questionnaire, many people are raising concerns about dignity and disparities in our society. On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses how we can safeguard our dignity during this divisive and uncertain time. This episode was recorded on May 27, 2020. To take...
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Beyond Reopening: What We Must Do to Come Out Stronger
As the nation reopens, we face a fundamental choice: will be focus on getting back to normal, or back to better? On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses how we can come out stronger than when the pandemic began. He highlights a new Institute initiative, Engaging Frontline Civic Leaders in...
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COVID-19: Personal Rejuvenation for Public Innovators
As the pandemic continues, it can be difficult to stay upbeat and engaged even when you have so much you want to achieve. On this special edition of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood shares 3 steps for how to rejuvenate yourself in order to achieve what really matters to you. Download a copy...
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COVID-19: From Where Am I to Here I Am
As you wrestle with uncertainty and self-doubt during this time period, it's important to consider what it means to show up for ourselves, our colleagues and our communities. On this special episode of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood sharea 3 concrete steps for how you can move from Where…
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COVID-19: Reimagining Your Role in Community
As the pandemic continues, and uncertainty abounds, how should you be thinking about the role of your organization, entity or group in your community? On this episode of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood discusses 3 steps you can take to reimagine your role in community. This episode was...
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COVID-19: Finding a New Way to Hope
As the COVID-19 pandemic persists, our sense of loss and frustration, even anger, grow and we can lose hope. On this special episode of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood discusses 3 steps you can take to find a new way to hope. This episode was recorded on April 15, 2020.
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COVID-19: Our Pearl Harbor?
During this global pandemic called COVID-19, it's easy to talk about the task before us as a "war" we must win. On this special edition of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich reflects on the US Surgeon General's comparison of the COVID-19 pandemic to Pearl Harbor and outlines 3 steps you can take to...
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COVID-19: From Grief to Hope - How to Lift Each Other Up
During this global pandemic called COVID-19, we are all trying to manage the tension between grief and hope and what we can do to keep going. On this episode of TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood discusses how we can lift each other up to help move ourselves and our communities from grief to...
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COVID-19: Being Intentional When You're Afraid
During this pandemic, our fear can get the best of us, but there are steps you can take to put yourself on a more hopeful, confident path. On this special edition of Harwood Half Hour, TURNING OUTWARD TOGETHER, Rich Harwood discusses the coronavirus and what it means to be intentional when you're...
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COVID-19: We Need Community Now
During this global pandemic, we face a fundamental choice: will we turn against one another or will we turn outward towards one another? On this episode of the Harwood Half Hour, Rich Harwood discusses the coronavirus and what it means for our communities and our country. This podcast was…
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Rebuilding Belief in America Today
How can we make sense of what is happening in our country today? Three days after Super Tuesday, we know one thing for sure: there is profound and troubling anxiety running throughout America today. On this special episode, Rich Harwood talks about patriotism, and how we can rebuild our love,...
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With Malice Toward None
In the midst of a bitter political election, impeachment proceedings, toxic tweets, and political power grabs, what will it take for us to act with "malice towards none?" On this episode of Harwood Half Hour, following President's Day, Rich Harwood reflects on the second inaugural address of his...
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One Step at a Time in Clark County, KY – with Jen Algire, CEO of the Greater Clark Foundation
Jen Algire, CEO of the Greater Clark Foundation in Winchester, KY, sat down with Rich to discuss how the Greater Clark Foundation and Clark County, KY have worked together to produce transformational change - not just in their work, but also in their community, and the way people and…
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Our Urgent Need for a New Civic Covenant
Following MLK Day, Rich Harwood discusses lessons from our work in Jackson, Mississippi, and the kind of civic covenant our communities - and our country - need to move forward. He outlines three questions you can ask yourself to begin creating a civic covenant in your community. Download our...
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The Lesson for America from Des Moines, IA – with Nikki Syverson, Director of Capital Crossroads
Nikki Syverson, Director of Capital Crossroads, sat down with Rich Harwood in Des Moines, IA to discuss how the growing Des Moines community can address underlying challenges of affordable housing, rural-urban divides, and inequalities while continuing to build momentum. They also discuss what…
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Stepping Forward: Special Preview of Rich's Newest Book
On this special episode of Harwood Half Hour, Rich Harwood discusses his newest book - Stepping Forward: A Positive, Practical Path to Transform Our Communities and Our Lives. The book is part of a two-year campaign, launching on October 1, where Rich is engaging people across the nation on how…
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Your Role in Acts of Loving Kindness
Across the country, people feel we have lost our connection to one each and to our shared humanity. What will it take to break through the situation we're in today? On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses how you can engage in acts of loving kindness to rewaken ourselves and re-engage in our…
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Becoming Ruthlessly Strategic
We all struggle with hard choices. What can you do if you feel overwhelmed, pulled in all directions or fatigued? On this episode, Rich Harwood outlines 4 steps you can take to become more ruthlessly strategic and more relevant, significant, and impactful. This episode was recorded on June 18, 2019.
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Confronting Our Civic Stains
Across the country, people say that dealing with our civic stains, whether historical or more recent, will further divide our communities and raise more prejudice and fears. On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses 3 ideas on how we can gain strength by stepping forward together and confronting…
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Why "Small Efforts" Matter Now
Many of us often feel that our small efforts do not make a difference in the face of the tumultuous times we live in. In this episode, Rich Harwood offers 3 reminders of how your small efforts are critical to creating change and hope today. This podcast was recorded on May 22, 2019.
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Why We Need A Civic Message
In the midst of historic political campaigns heating up, Americans are hungry for a different and distinct civic message. On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses the civic message we need. This podcast was recorded on May 8, 2019.
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Becoming More Intentional
We each have choices to make in our lives and work….on what basis will you make them? On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses two clear steps you can take to become more intentional and develop more purpose and meaning in your life and your work. This episode was recorded on April 25, 2019.
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The Case for Grace in Public Life
Is there room for grace in public life today? At a time when our country is so divided, and so many of us are hunkered down, Rich Harwood discusses 3 steps that you can take find grace in your public life today.
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A New Patriotism for Bad Times
On this episode, at a time when our country is so divided and polarized, Rich Harwood lays out three steps you can take to to exercise a new patriotism - a love of country - especially in these bad times. This podcast was recorded on March 14, 2019.
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A New Path to Race Reconciliation
On the heels of controversy in Virginia, Rich Harwood discusses 4 steps you can take to authentically deal with racial reconciliation today. This podcast was recorded on February 28, 2019.
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The Role of Love in Public Life
As we celebrate Valentine's Day, Rich Harwood discusses the role of love in public life. Listen for three ideas that will help you imagine love for those you do not know. This podcast was recorded on February 14, 2019.
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The Power of Public Knowledge
On this episode of Harwood Half Hour, Rich Harwood offers a few tips on remaining relevant, impactful, and trustworthy in your community by utilizing public knowledge. Learn how to take community engagement to the next level by leveraging the power of Public Knowledge. This podcast was recorded…
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MLK and Our Walls
The week before Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Rich Harwood discusses Dr. King's legacy, and the lessons we must use to refocus our public discourse from building walls and government shutdowns, back to people and creating new paths to one another. This podcast was recorded on January 16, 2019.
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Create Your Own Personal Covenant
In this episode, Rich Harwood walks through the Personal Covenant tool, an exercise that can help you clarify why you do this work and understand what's required of you to step forward in a strong, positive way. This podcast was recorded on December 20, 2018. Download the Personal Covenant tool...
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How to Get Past Your Fears
The topic of this episode of the Harwood Half Hour is fear - and how you can get past your fears to become more present and impactful in your community and your life. This podcast was recorded on December 13, 2018.
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Why We Need Libraries
On this special edition of Harwood Half Hour, Rich Harwood delivers a keynote address at the MCLS - Midwest Collaborative for Library Services Community Engagement Summit. He talks about why we need libraries now more than ever. This podcast was recorded on December 6, 2018.
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Gratitude - Not just for Thanksgiving
Just days after celebrating Thanksgiving, Rich Harwood is talking about gratitude. It's not just for Thanksgiving. Rich also discusses how you can be grateful in a Turned Outward way. This podcast was recorded on November 29, 2018.
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Shared Responsibility - What it Takes and Why We Need It
On this episode, Rich Harwood discusses Shared Responsibility - what it takes, why we need it and why we're ready for it now more than ever. This podcast was recorded from Hawaii on November 15, 2018.
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5 Steps to Engender Hope
On the heels of the nasty midterm elections, Rich Harwood outlines 5 practical steps that you can take to engender hope in these divisive times. This podcast was recorded on November 8, 2018.
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Turning Outward in Turbulent Times
Following a week of maddening violence and turbulence in the U.S., Rich Harwood outlines the practical steps you can take to Turn Outward and bridge divides to come together with others. This podcast was recorded on November 1, 2018.
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3 Reasons to Celebrate Our 30th Anniversary
Rich Harwood, President and CEO of the Harwood Institute, explains 3 reasons why we're celebrating the Harwood Institute's 30th Anniversary--and it's not to toot our own horn. It's about putting a stake in the ground about society's challenges moving forward and how the Institute can support you…
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On the Harwood Half Hour podcast, Rich Harwood, President and CEO of the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation, discusses what it takes to create a more hopeful society. At the Harwood Institute, we've developed a philosophy of civic faith and the practice of Turning Outward. Our approach has spread to all 50 U.S. states and 40 countries. On this podcast, we'll share what we've learned so you can make hope real in your community and in your life.
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