Welcome to Better Days! Our goal is to uplift you, encourage you and provide you with knowledge and insight through our life, lessons, experiences and laughter. Join us as we walk this path of life and share what we've learned along the way,
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Imagine a world where communities thrive, curiosity sparks change, and hope fuels action. Welcome to The World We Want, the NAAEE podcast that's bringing a better future to life, one inspiring story at a time. Join us as we chat with people across continents and cultures who care about education and the environment—the trailblazers, visionary leaders, and everyday heroes making a difference. Learn more at https://naaee.org/podcast.
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Who do you call when life gets real? When the good news hits, the heartbreak lands, or you're just having one of those days—you call a friend. That’s the heartbeat of Call Me Friend—a feel good biweekly podcast that drops you into the kind of conversations that remind us who we are, where we belong, and why friendship matters. Hosted by former network news anchor, wife, mom, and Airbnb host Daryn Kagan, Call Me Friend is your weekly reminder of the joy, laughter, and healing that come with c ...
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Overcoming Tourette Syndrome, Trauma, & Triumph: CBS News’ David Begnaud on Friendship, Resilience, & Storytelling
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What does it take to rise from childhood bullying, Tourette syndrome, and the fear of never making it to national television, to becoming one of the most beloved Contributor in America? In this episode of Call Me Friend, host Daryn Kagan sits down with CBS News contributor David Begnaud to explore his extraordinary journey of resilience, authentici…
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Love as the Root of Impactful Nature-Based Education with Sean Southey
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What does it mean to fall in love with nature—and why does that love matter for the future of our planet? In this episode of The World We Want: The NAAEE Podcast, host Gerry Ellis sits down with Sean Southey, CEO of the Canadian Wildlife Federation and longtime champion of nature-based education, to explore how love and connection form the foundati…
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Two Single Dads, One Powerful Friendship After Loss
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Two dads share raw stories of grief, single fatherhood, and healing while building friendship and hope after loss. In this episode of Call Me Friend, host Daryn Kagan connects with David McClain and Jamal Jones, two fathers who each lost their wives to cancer and her husband Trent, who walked a similar path. Together, they open up about parenting t…
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From CNBC to Money Rehab: Nicole Lapin’s Story of Financial Resilience & Rebuilding After Loss
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From CNBC to Money Rehab, Nicole Lapin brings a powerful story of financial resilience, personal finance mastery, and rebuilding after loss. In this episode of the Call Me Friend podcast, host Daryn Kagan sits down with Nicole to explore her journey from becoming the youngest anchor at CNBC to privately battling debt, making financial literacy acce…
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From Lightning Strike Survivor to Changing Lives: Richard Rogers & Alberto’s Second Chance Story
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Second chances, lightning strike survival, and overcoming adversity take center stage in this powerful episode of the Call Me Friend Podcast. Host Daryn Kagan welcomes Richard Rogers, a lightning strike survivor who faced death and lived to share his inspiring second chance story. Joined by Alberto, founder of West Texas Barber Academy, they share …
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Why Deborah Norville Really Left Inside Edition and the Surprise That Changed Everything
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Deborah Norville reveals the real reason she left Inside Edition after 30 years and what sparked her most unexpected career transition yet. In her most in depth and revealing conversation to date, Deborah sits down with longtime friend and fellow broadcaster Daryn Kagan to share what really happened behind the scenes. Was it truly her choice? What …
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Sisters, Secrets & The Nazi Past: Uncovering The Man Who Calculated Death
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Two American sisters. Their mother's plea from her deathbed to finish her memoir leads them shockingly to their Nazi-linked grandfather. A Gracie Award-winning podcast. In this unforgettable Call Me Friend episode, host Daryn Kagan talks with Suzanne and Stephanie Rico about their gripping podcast The Man Who Calculated Death, exploring family lega…
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TV Co-Anchors to Lifelong Friends: Bill Hemmer & Daryn Kagan Reunite
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From CNN anchors to lifelong friends, Daryn Kagan and Bill Hemmer reunite to toast decades of broadcast journalism, newsroom camaraderie, and life lessons. What happens when your “arranged marriage” at work turns into a real friendship? In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Call Me Friend, host Daryn Kagan reconnects with her former CNN co-anc…
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Through the Lens: Environmental Education Efforts from the South Side to San Antonio
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How can environmental education (EE) serve as a bridge in our increasingly fractured society? Filmmakers James Parker and Juliet Grable are exploring a powerful question through their upcoming documentary, In Our Nature. Drawing on their previous work documenting rural Oregon communities adapting to a changing climate, James and Juliet have discove…
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What do gay boyfriends, heartbreak, and funnel cake have in common? They led to a real life love story about friendship, second chances, and finally finding a husband. This friendship podcast and love story podcast is about dating after heartbreak, single parent dating, and a real love story worth sharing. This episode of Call Me Friend is both a f…
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Young Widower Saves the Life of New Wife’s College Roommate
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They were both widowed young, left to raise children alone, carry the weight of grief, and somehow start again. But through love and one selfless act set off a butterfly effect that would forever reshape three families. This friendship podcast and organ transplant story shares how kidney donation, grief recovery, and resilience reshaped three famil…
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From TV Fame to Rock Bottom: Leon Harris on Addiction, Recovery & Redemption
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Leon Harris on Addiction, Recovery & Redemption. In the powerful premiere of Call Me Friend, Emmy-winning anchor Leon Harris sits down with host and former CNN co-anchor Daryn Kagan for his first interview since the very public incident last November that ended his TV news career. This raw, redemptive conversation dives deep into what it means to f…
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Earth Day Special Episode with NAAEE's Judy Braus
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In this special Earth Day episode of The World We Want, host Gerry Ellis is joined by Judy Braus, Executive Director of NAAEE and longtime leader in the environmental education field, to talk about how education fuels action, connection, and a sense of possibility in the face of our biggest challenges. Access the resources, webinars, and podcasts r…
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Who do you call when life gets real? When the good news hits, the heartbreak lands, or you're just having one of those days—you call a friend. That’s the heartbeat of Call Me Friend—a feel-good weekly podcast that drops you into the kind of conversations that remind us who we are, where we belong, and why friendship matters. Hosted by former networ…
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Nature and Belonging: Fostering Meaningful Youth Mentorship with CJ Greco
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For many teens, finding a place where they truly belong can be life-changing. CJ Greco knows this firsthand. Having grown up in zoo education programs and after a voyage of self-discovery halfway around the world, CJ has found a safe space to explore, learn, and be herself. Now, as a teen program manager at Lincoln Park Zoo, CJ is creating that sam…
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Global Voices: Lessons from Young African Leaders on Climate and Sustainability with Harrison Ashangwa and Richard Tusabe
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Turning universal challenges into local solutions through environmental education, two young African leaders, Harrison Ashangwa and Ritchie Tusabe, are keeping EE relevant and thriving through youth-led initiatives. Harrison and Ritchie both grew up in African countries where environmental education is part of daily life—as knowledge passed down fr…
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Outdoor Classrooms and Digital Tools: Reimagining Education for Today’s Students with Stefan Moss
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How can a student’s future be impacted when a scientist passionate about education steps into the classroom? Stefan Moss, an environmental scientist and educator, joins host Gerry Ellis to discuss how he transforms complex science principles into engaging, hands-on learning experiences, fostering both hope and awe in young learners. From his early …
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Transforming Environmental Education from Knowledge to Action with Kathy McGlauflin and Gus Medina
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Delve into how environmental education programs have evolved from lessons of awareness to calls to action. Join host Gerry Ellis in this thought-provoking conversation with Kathy McGlauflin and Gus Medina, examining how these shifts, along with the changes in methods and technology, have shaped the field and what it means for connecting people to n…
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Teaching Through Laughter: A New Bridge to Climate Conversations with Esteban Gast
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How can humor break down barriers and ignite hope in the face of climate change? Join comedian and climate educator Esteban Gast as he reveals how comedy can inspire climate awareness and action. From navigating diverse audiences to building bridges through laughter and shared experiences, Esteban and his cohort of comedians bring fresh perspective…
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Shattering Assumptions About the Rules of Conservation Education with Dr. Kathayoon Khalil
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How can we rethink the role of nonformal education and conservation spaces to build deeper connections with the world around us? In this episode of The World We Want, Dr. Kathayoon Khalil shares how breaking barriers, building connections, and fostering empathy can create a brighter future for people and the planet. She also discusses the value of …
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When You Wonder, You're Learning: A Legacy of Learning with Authors Gregg Behr and Ryan Rydzewski
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Effective education doesn't happen accidentally. Fred Rogers, beloved educator, television personality, and friend to millions through the TV screen, knew this. His thoughtful approach to Mister Rogers' Neighborhood was grounded in science, pedagogy, and a deep understanding of children’s emotional and intellectual needs. In this episode of The Wor…
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Exploring the Healthy Heart of Environmental Education with Dr. Vik Mohan
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Dr. Vik Mohan speaks of his lifelong journey of stewardship, healing, listening, and community building in this episode of The World We Want: the NAAEE Podcast. Find out more about Vik's work in Madagascar, across Africa, and within, as he and host Gerry Ellis discuss what it takes for meaningful partnerships and on a personal level, the well-being…
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Cultural Warmth Fueling Climate Impact with Joy Hayley Munthali
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A key component of effective environmental education is working with the communities you're helping, even letting them lead. Joy Munthali, founder of Green Girls Platform, speaks to the process that has led to meaningful and longlasting partnerships both with communities and funders. "We need education that works for young people, education that wo…
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Environmental Education in the Urban Wilderness with Jaime González
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Explore the urban wilderness with conservation educator Jaime González as he talks about the evolution of the conservation field as well as his own growth as an educator. Having grown up in Houston, Texas, Jaime shares about the impact a "nature-deprived" community has on our perception of where beauty, wonder, and yes, conservation can take place.…
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To our beautiful listeners! We'll be taking a short break, and during this time we will be working on making this podcast better. We're so grateful of your support of us thus far, and we hope that you will continue to be with us once we re-launch! Thank you & Much love BDL3By Better Days: Life Lessons & Laughter
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Natasha wanted to discuss sleep this week and helped Shelby and Olivia figure out what is good and bad about their sleeping.How do you sleep? Do you sleep under or on top of the flat [email protected] Better Days: Life Lessons & Laughter
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The girls are following in Oprah's footsteps (minus the free gifts) and listing off some of our favourite places to shop, favourite Netflix shows and our guilty pleasures when it comes to TV. What are some of your favourite things? [email protected] Better Days: Life Lessons & Laughter
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Olivia has been working on her time management and decided to see if Shelby and Natasha had areas for improvement as well!Tune in - chime [email protected] Better Days: Life Lessons & Laughter
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