12 episodes
Make the Leap Ross Education
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5.0 • 2 Ratings
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Make the Leap focuses on the many economic hurdles facing college students, lower-income individuals, and those striving to move up the social ladder. Host George Grayeb pays special attention to social mobility, career opportunities and the support that people need along the way.
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Intersection of Poverty, Domestic Violence, and Health
Can financial stress and limited resources turn homes into battlegrounds for those already struggling to make ends meet? Listen as we unravel the complex web linking poverty, domestic violence, and health. We spotlight the heightened risks faced by women in disadvantaged groups and dissect how economic disparities in relationships can be weaponized by abusers. Kristen Beal, our insightful guest, delves into the multifaceted forms of abuse and the compounded hurdles marginalized individuals en...
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The Expendables - Foster Kids in America
Have you ever considered the silent struggles of America's foster children, hidden in plain sight until a dire headline seizes our attention? Together with our passionate guest, Kristen Beal, who has tirelessly worked with juvenile offenders and advocated for child victims, we peel back the layers of the foster care system to reveal the intricate challenges faced by nearly 400,000 young souls. As Kristen shares her insights from her roles in the Delaware Peace Collaborative and Friends of CAS...
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A Journey: From Medical Assistant to Student Advocate
Host George Grayeb is joined by Rochelle Hoskins to discuss Rochelle's journey to becoming a Medical Assistant, career path after graduation, passion for student success, and desire to help people find the resources they need to succeed.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
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A Complex Triangle: The Intersection of Religion, Education and Poverty
Host George Grayeb is joined by Randy Wassink, a co-leader at Keystone Community Church in Ada, MI. The pair discuss the intersection of religion, education and poverty.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
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Child Poverty- Education Against All Odds
Host George Grayeb is joined by Danielle Millman, President at Otter Learning, to discuss the importance of education in overcoming poverty and the education obstacles that impede social mobility.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
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When a Good Thing Goes Bad: College Students and Digital Poverty
Ross' George Grayeb is joined by Kathy Lueckeman, a higher education professional, Salesforce MVP, and experienced leader in closing the digital divide. The pair discuss multiple aspects and obstacles faced by students lacking digital resources.We’d love to hear from! Send us a message or topic idea.Stay up to date on Make the Leap by following us on our website, rosspodcast.com, Facebook and LinkedIn.
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