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The Upstate Impact Podcast
by Jordan Floyd and Elizabeth Weaver
The Upstate Impact Podcast exists to recognize people who wake up every day with a goal, passion, and mission to make Upstate South Carolina an even better place to call home. Many of these people work in relative anonymity and don't get the recognition or support they deserve. The Upstate Impact Podcast will spotlight those who are striving to make a lasting impact on the Upstate area. We're going to help these amazing people tell their stories so that we can connect them with a wider audience while helping encourage others who may share a common passion to join their cause.
Episodes
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Episode 16 - Jen Carter of Jen Carter Coaching
In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan chat with Jen Carter of Jen Carter Coaching. They discuss her personal journey, as well as what exactly a "life coach" is and how she wants people to see the best version of themselves.
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Episode 15 - Taryn Gibson of Day Before the Rainbow Rescue
In this episode, Jordan and Elizabeth chat with Taryn Gibson of Day Before the Rainbow Rescue. She discusses the joys and challenges of animal rescue and what she has learned over the last several years running her own rescue. She emphasizes her desires to rise above the "drama" that often...
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Episode 14 - Jessica Sharp of Sharp Brain Consulting
In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan chat with Jessica Sharp of Sharp Brain Consulting about her role as an educator and social justice advocate. Jessica shares the details of her personal story as well as her perspective on the events of the last several months including what has changed, and...
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Episode 13 - Brian Knox of B. Knox Photography
In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan chat with Brian Knox of B. Knox Photography about his passion for capturing memorable moments in life and what led him on his recent entrepreneurial journey. He also discusses where his seemingly endless positivity comes from and why he thinks we should all…
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Episode 12 - Cam Hill of Eleos Ministry
In this episode, Jordan and Elizabeth chat with Cam Hill of Eleos Ministry about his passion and calling to serve adolescents in an underserved community here in the Upstate. He shares the "why" behind his story and how pickup basketball turned into relational ministry.
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Episode 11 - Chris Egan
In this episode, Jordan and Elizabeth chat with Chris Egan, who has a huge heart for serving children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities in the Upstate. Chris has been involved with numerous programs and ministries including Mosaic (Grace Church), Young Life Capernaum, Night to Shine,...
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Episode 10 - Jerry Blassingame of Soteria Community Development Corporation
In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan chat with Jerry Blassingame, an expert in helping men and women who have been released from prison with his faith-based program that provides housing, training, and much-needed structure. Jerry is a devoted advocate for prison and criminal justice reform, and...
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Episode 9 - Holly Callaway of Powerhouse Consulting
In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan speak with Holly Callaway of Powerhouse Consulting about her own entrepreneurial and self-discovery journey, as well as what inspired her to step up and create gift boxes to support local small business during the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Episode 8 - Kim Mogan of GirlUp GVL
In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan chat with Kim Mogan of GirlUp GVL about what led her to start her own organization that focuses on mentoring at-risk middle school and high school girls in the Upstate. Kim opens up about her adolescence and how it led her to want to make a difference in the...
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Episode 7 - Lindsey Hesketh of Fostering Great Ideas
In this episode, Jordan and Elizabeth chat with Lindsey Hesketh of Fostering Great Ideas, and they discuss the unique issues surrounding foster care. Fostering Great Ideas tries to bring an innovate approach to an industry that is often overworked, stressed, and lacking feasible ideas for change...
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Episode 6 - Pam Dorsey
In this episode, Elizabeth and Jordan speak with Pam Dorsey of Pam Dorsey Enterprises about the power of self-affirmation and the role that plays in self-discovery. Pam is an endless source of energy and positivity and is a great example of our ability to change if we embrace our calling.
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Episode 5 - Travis Morris
In this episode, Elizabeth and I take a break from our typical format to address the topics of racial inequality and reconciliation with Travis Morris. We tried to cover all angles of the issues facing our nation today and present thoughtful dialogue without holding back. We hope you enjoy this...
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Episode 4: Jonathan Parker, President/CEO of All Good Things, Inc.
In the fourth episode of The Upstate Impact Podcast, Jordan and Elizabeth welcome Jonathan Parker of All Good Things, Inc. Jonathan is commonly known for his work with Hymns and Hops, and we discuss that, among many other things in this episode. Jonathan tells some great stories and shares his...
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Episode 3: Deb Richardson-Moore, Senior Pastor of Triune Mercy Center
In the third episode of the Upstate Impact Podcast, Jordan and Elizabeth chat with Deb Richardson-Moore of the Triune Mercy Center. Her church and its ministries are one of the most impactful forces in the fights against addiction and homelessness in the Upstate. In addition to her work with…
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Episode 2: Elizabeth Weaver, Co-Founder of the Upstate Impact Project
In the second episode of the Upstate Impact Podcast, Jordan Floyd interviews Elizabeth Weaver with the goal of helping the listeners get to know the hosts a little better. They discuss a wide range of topics including Elizabeth's personal discovery journey, her passion for connection, and her...
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Episode 1: Jordan Floyd, Co-Creator of The Upstate Impact Project
In the first episode of the Upstate Impact Podcast, Elizabeth Weaver interviews Jordan Floyd with the goal of helping the listeners get to know the hosts a little better. They discuss a wide range of topics including Jordan's passion for seeing changes made to the American healthcare system…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Upstate Impact Podcast exists to recognize people who wake up every day with a goal, passion, and mission to make Upstate South Carolina an even better place to call home. Many of these people work in relative anonymity and don't get the recognition or support they deserve. The Upstate Impact Podcast will spotlight those who are striving to make a lasting impact on the Upstate area. We're going to help these amazing people tell their stories so that we can connect them with a wider audience while helping encourage others who may share a common passion to join their cause.
HOSTED BY
Jordan Floyd and Elizabeth Weaver
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The Upstate Impact Podcast exists to recognize people who wake up every day with a goal, passion, and mission to make Upstate South Carolina an even better place to call home. Many of these people work in relative anonymity and don't get the recognition or support they deserve. The Upstate Impact...
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