Best Quinn Tempest Podcasts (2025)

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Purpose Over Pressure: Sustainable Marketing with Quinn Tempest 19:34

6d ago19:34

19:34

Send us a text In this episode, we explore how purpose, clarity, and sustainability can shape the way we show up as nonprofit storytellers and marketers. Our guest, Quinn Tempest, is a business and brand strategist and the founder of Create Your Purpose®, a movement that empowers women entrepreneurs to build meaningful, sustainable businesses witho…

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From Frazzled to Focused in your Solo Business [Free Training] 1:16:27

14d ago1:16:27

1:16:27

Stuck in overwhelm, but ready to grow your business? On April 9th, I led this free training for 50+ solopreneurs, and it's now available for listening! In this session, you'll learn how to break free from burnout, ditch the "throw spaghetti" strategy to business growth, and refocus your energy with a clear, purpose-driven plan for growth. Want to s…

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The Courage To Stand Up and Speak Out with Vu Le 30:18

21d ago30:18

30:18

Send us a text In this episode, we navigate how nonprofit leaders can speak up with courage during politically divided times. Our guest today, Vu Le, a bold voice in the nonprofit sector, combines humor with unflinching honesty to challenge systemic issues. In this candid and vulnerable conversation, we'll explore the real costs and consequences of…

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Dismantling the White Coat: Reshaping Mental Health Care with Dr. Neeru Bakshi 26:51

1M ago26:51

26:51

Send us a text In this eye-opening episode, Maria talks with Dr. Neeru Bakshi, a psychiatrist who's shaking things up in mental healthcare. Neeru, a South Asian woman, works in a field dominated by Western viewpoints. She offers insights on why diverse voices in leadership roles matter for mental health care. Neeru shares stories of questioning the…

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The Evolution of Ethical Storytelling with Carly Euler 34:02

2M ago34:02

34:02

Send us a text Join Maria Bryan and Carly Euler, Marketing Director at MemoryFox, to explore the insights from the hot-off-the-press 2024 Ethical Storytelling Report. As nonprofits navigate the delicate balance between sharing compelling stories and respecting the dignity of those they serve, this conversation takes a deep dive into the evolving la…

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Breaking the Invisibility Tax: The Science Behind Who Gets Heard with Chloé Nwangwu 27:22

2M ago27:22

27:22

Send us a text When brand scientist Chloé Nwangwu discovered that crucial Yemen voices were excluded from peace talks during its civil war, she realized something profound: brands teach others how to treat you. This revelation led her to develop groundbreaking research on what she calls the "invisibility tax" - the hidden costs that under-recognize…

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Ethical Calls to Action: Moving Beyond Manipulation in Nonprofit Storytelling 19:27

3M ago19:27

19:27

Send us a text Gone are the days of guilt-driven appeals and false urgency in nonprofit marketing. In 2025, we are embracing trauma-informed storytelling that empowers, not exploits. In this episode, we unpack why ethical calls to action matter and how they can inspire meaningful engagement without manipulating emotions. We explore the harm caused …

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Can You Tell This Story? Legal Considerations with Attorney Allie Levene 32:46

3M ago32:46

32:46

Send us a text As nonprofit storytellers, navigating the legal landscape of consent, privacy, and story ownership is daunting. In this episode of When Bearing Witness, we sit down with attorney Allie Levene to answer your most pressing questions about storytelling and the law. What elements should a media consent form include to truly protect both …

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Lessons Learned in Trauma-Informed Storytelling: Reflections for 2025 18:11

4M ago18:11

18:11

Send us a text In this reflective solo episode kicking off season two of When Bearing Witness, Maria Bryan shares valuable insights gained from a transformative year of conversations about trauma-informed storytelling. Join us as we reflect on lessons from the past year and tackle big questions: How do we move beyond surface-level discussions to fo…

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Finding Balance and Joy in Nonprofit Storytelling with Kishshana Palmer 26:19

4M ago26:19

26:19

Send us a text In this episode of When Bearing Witness, we talk with Kishshana Palmer, a dynamic international speaker, coach, and author, to discuss her new book, Busy Is a Four-Letter Word: A Guide to Achieving More by Doing Less. Kishshana’s candid insights offer a much-needed pause for nonprofit professionals and storytellers navigating the rel…

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Humanizing Environmental and Conservation Justice with Melissa Romero 24:04

5M ago24:04

24:04

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Melissa Romero, Associate Director of Marketing at The Nature Conservancy, to explore the critical intersection of environmental advocacy and trauma-informed storytelling. We delve into how environmental and conservation challenges profoundly impact communities, revealing the human stories often hidd…

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The Realities of Storyteller Vicarious Trauma with Àmáká Òkóyè 22:06

5M ago22:06

22:06

Send us a text Crisis journalist Àmáká Òkóyè has witnessed some of the most harrowing conflicts and atrocities in Nigeria’s recent history. And her commitment to elevating the human stories behind the headlines came at a heavy personal cost. In this powerful episode, Àmáká bravely opens up about her mental health crisis after immersing herself in c…

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Using Empathy to Foster Social Impact with Joseph Cope 31:09

6M ago31:09

31:09

Send us a text In an era where social change often feels like one step forward and two back, this impactful conversation with "The Empathy Guy," Joseph Cope, offers a fresh perspective on how we can move the needle on significant social issues. Thanks to Joseph, leaders around the country have begun to discover one of the keys to authentic human co…

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Exploring Ancestral Trauma with Meenadchi 26:53

6M ago26:53

26:53

Send us a text Meenadchi is many things, including being a somatic healing practitioner, TEDx speaker, and communications expert whose work centers on social change and embodied transformation. She also helps folks clear ancestral trauma to create intergenerational healing. Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of generational healing, off…

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Becoming an Anti-Ableist Storyteller with Tiffany Yu 28:03

7M ago28:03

28:03

Send us a text In this episode, we sit down with Tiffany Yu, disability rights advocate and author of the groundbreaking new book The Anti-Ableist Manifesto, as she shares her journey from a childhood car accident to becoming a leading voice in disability inclusion. For storytellers, content creators, and anyone looking to make their work more incl…

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Rx for Storyteller Wellness with Therapist Shulamit Ber Levtov 32:13

7M ago32:13

32:13

Send us a text In this episode, I sit down with Shulamit Ber Levtov, "The Entrepreneurs' Therapist," to address a critical issue in the nonprofit world: the mental health of storytellers who bear witness to challenging narratives. In the nonprofit sector, many of us wear multiple hats - we're not just storytellers but also fundraisers, advocates, p…

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Beyond Sensationalism: Navigating Human Trafficking Stories with Matthew Fairfax 40:12

8M ago40:12

40:12

Send us a text Join us as we explore the complex world of human trafficking storytelling with Matthew Fairfax, co-founder of the Justice and Soul Foundation. Content warning: This episode discusses sex trafficking and sexual violence. Please be mindful of your emotional capacity while listening. Matthew's journey from salon owner to advocate is bot…

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Sensory Story Gathering with Madeleine St. John 27:25

8M ago27:25

27:25

Send us a text In this episode Imagine if story gathering wasn't just about words on a page or voice-to-voice. What if we could capture narratives through the stroke of a paintbrush, the sculpting of clay, or the graceful movements of dance? In this fascinating episode, we dive into this very realm with Madeleine St. John, whose vocation spans from…

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Safely Telling Youth-Centered Stories with Janelle Suzanne 38:49

9M ago38:49

38:49

Send us a text In this episode In this episode, we have the pleasure of speaking with Janelle Suzanne, the managing partner and chief marketing officer at Louder Agency. Janelle and I take on the complex topic of youth-centered storytelling, offering valuable insights into the delicate balance between sharing impactful narratives and protecting vul…

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Painful Stories in Public Defense with Sy Hoekstra 41:04

9M ago41:04

41:04

Send us a text In this powerful episode, former public defender Sy Hoekstra shares his experiences working in family court, shedding light on the often-overlooked challenges within the child welfare system. A system where both families and public defenders have no choice but to tell incredibly traumatic stories. Content Warning: Sy describes the tr…

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Creating Trauma-Informed Spaces with Frank Velásquez Jr. 26:39

10M ago26:39

26:39

Send us a text Are you ready for a masterclass in trauma-informed space holding? In this episode of When Bearing Witness, we are joined by Frank Velásquez Jr., founder of 4 the Hood and creator of the Ascending Leaders in Color Fellowship program. Frank pulls back the curtain on how he creates protected spaces for leaders of color to connect, grow,…

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Lessons From a Social Justice-Driven Oral Historian with Cliff Mayotte 33:05

10M ago33:05

33:05

Send us a text Cliff Mayotte, a seasoned oral historian and co-author of the book Say It Forward: A Guide to Social Justice Storytelling shares invaluable insights from his experiences as a social justice-centered storyteller. Cliff's journey began with a deep love for theater and a transformative encounter with Studs Terkel's oral histories, which…

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Building an Inclusive and Values-Driven Brand with Crystal Whiteaker 23:34

11M ago23:34

23:34

Send us a text In this episode, Crystal Whitaker, an inclusive branding and leadership development consultant, shares her insights on creating authentic, values-driven brands that foster a sense of belonging. Crystal delves into the fine line between intentional inclusion and performative actions, stressing the need for consistent, year-round effor…

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Overcoming Fundraiser Fatigue with Micah James 25:34

11M ago25:34

25:34

Send us a text Fundraising is a calling fueled by a passion for important causes. However, the weight of connecting resources to meet overwhelming needs can lead to burnout for even the most dedicated fundraisers. In this candid discussion, veteran fundraiser Micah James opens up about the unique stresses faced by those tasked with championing non-…

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Exploring Storyteller Self-Care with Liz Jackson 28:37

12M ago28:37

28:37

Send us a text As a development director at NAMI, Liz Jackson is immersed in the powerful and often painful stories of those impacted by mental illness. In this episode, she shares her journey of learning the critical importance of self-care for storytellers bearing witness to trauma. Liz openly discusses the warning signs that she was approaching …

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Emotionally Health Activism with Jonathan Walton 35:08

12M ago35:08

35:08

Send us a text In the first episode of our special series on mental health in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, we discuss maintaining emotional health while continuing your activism. Many activists burn out quickly due to compassion fatigue, secondary traumatic stress, and a lack of emotional self-care. In this episode, Jonathan Walton opens…

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Body Scan Meditation for Storyteller Wellness With Carol Flanagan 19:02

12M ago19:02

19:02

Send us a text Carol will guide us through a 20-minute body scan meditation. The body scan is a practice of systematically bringing gentle attention to each part of the body. It helps us become more present and aware of the physical sensations we often ignore or tune out. With this awareness, we can release areas of tightness or tension. Before you…

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Human-Centered AI and Data with Meena Das 33:16

1y ago33:16

33:16

Send us a text AI has seemed to blow in like a tornado this past year. The rapid development of AI has brought both excitement and concerns around potential biases and inequities. In this episode, data equity expert Meena discusses why we need to be intentional about centering humans and promoting inclusivity as AI becomes more ubiquitous. Meena em…

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When Telling Your Story with Marti Statler 24:44

1y ago24:44

24:44

Send us a text Giving voice to our stories, especially the painful chapters, can be a daunting yet profoundly healing journey. Many of us hold back, grappling with self-doubt and the fear of revisiting trauma. However, as Marti Statler, CEO of Rebel Queen Books, passionately shares, bravely articulating your narrative through writing can be a trans…

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Unconditional Love As A Principle of Trauma-Informed Care, with Rev. Sanghoon Yoo 27:01

1y ago27:01

27:01

Send us a text Reverend Sanghoon Yoo has walked an incredible journey - from a social worker dealing with trauma and crisis to becoming a pastor and experiencing his own period of trauma and burnout. This led him to the trauma-informed care movement over a decade ago. In this episode Rev. Yoo shares how principles of unconditional love and creating…

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Why Trauma-Informed Language Matters With Cody Hays 35:07

1y ago35:07

35:07

Send us a text The way we communicate about traumatic experiences matters deeply. This episode dives into the importance of using trauma-informed language with nonprofit marketing expert Cody Hays. The discussion explores how word choices can inadvertently re-traumatize individuals or marginalized groups. Cody shares strategies for communicating ab…

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The Complexities of Cross-Cultural Storytelling with Christy Kern 43:59

1y ago43:59

43:59

Send us a text The most compelling yet exploitative stories often caricature complex experiences. When we know better, we can do better. Ethical storytellers build connections and go deeper into issues. They leave room for nuance, get permission, and make sure stories enlighten people rather than just expose them. The result? Story owners are digni…

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Informed Consent Conversations with Diana Farias Heinrich 39:19

1y ago39:19

39:19

Send us a text When it comes to nonprofit marketing, personal stories are powerful. But we need to be careful—not every story is ours to tell. Diana Farias Heinrich, founder of Habrá Marketing, joins us on the podcast to tell us how she learned this the hard way when a story she shared had unexpected consequences for the young woman involved. Motiv…

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The Brilliant Body: Unpacking Trauma and Its Impact with Katie Kurtz 43:56

1+ y ago43:56

43:56

Send us a text In this interview with trauma expert Katie Kurtz, listeners can expect to come away with an expanded understanding of trauma and what it means to operate through a trauma-informed lens. Katie provides clarity around key trauma definitions and outlines competencies ranging from basic awareness to active trauma responsiveness, empoweri…

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Maria’s Journey to Trauma-Informed Storytelling with Rain Bennett 39:51

1+ y ago39:51

39:51

Send us a text In the inaugural episode of her "When Bearing Witness" podcast, host Maria Bryan is interviewed by veteran podcaster Rain about becoming a trauma-informed storyteller. Listeners can expect to learn Maria's origin story of arriving at this work after a student asked a pivotal question about incorporating trauma-informed practices into…

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The Trailer 1:16

1+ y ago1:16

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Send us a text Welcome to The When Bearing Witness Podcast! This is an invitation to explore trauma-informed storytelling, a safe and healthy process of gathering and telling difficult stories. Join me as I engage in thought-provoking conversations with trauma-informed experts and social-good storytellers coming together to shape the intersection o…

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10 Women Share How they’re Growing Purposeful Businesses 51:53

1+ y ago51:53

51:53

Business feel slow lately? You're not alone 💜 Come inside my Create Your Purpose Collective for a special discussion about how real-world women entrepreneurs are scoring more clients without sacrifing their values, well-being, or sense of purpose. Plus, hear about the changes our Collective members have made since joining and get a feel for what it…

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Planning for a Purposeful 2023 (+ My 3 Rituals!) 40:05

2+ y ago40:05

40:05

Working IN your business helps you survive, but working ON your business helps you *thrive.* To protect your big ideas and move them forward, you have to build guardrails: simple rituals and habits to help you prioritize what you work on, plan ahead, and take strategic action. Listen to this episode** where I take you behind the scenes of my 3 busi…

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My 2023 Word of the Year 30:54

2+ y ago30:54

30:54

It’s that time of year when everyone on social media declares their "Word of the Year." Is it just a trend or does it have the power to change the trajectory of your business (& your life)? Tune in to hear how my own "Word of the Year" helped me shift my entire business model, develop a new (& meaningful!) profitable offer, AND create space to star…

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Is Instagram Worth it Anymore? 49:33

2+ y ago49:33

49:33

There is an elephant in the room we need to discuss: Instagram! Is it worth staying on this platform anymore? Can you actually see biz results from it? Or should you give up and head over to TikTok? I answer all these questions and more in this episode where you'll hear my "hot take" on Instagram right now and how the echo chamber of haters can oft…

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Komal Shah's Pilgrimage to Purpose 56:32

2+ y ago56:32

56:32

[From the archive] This conversation was the 3rd-ever episode of this podcast! That's why I'm bringing it back so you can hear from the ever-inspiring Komal Shah - education consultant, author, and longtime Create Your Purpose Collective member! Tune in to hear the full story of how - while on a holy pilgrimage in India - Komal met a child that cha…

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When Business Meets Baby with Kate Rosenow 1:00:22

2+ y ago1:00:22

1:00:22

Tomorrow is a big day: my due date!! Whether bébé has arrived yet or not, I think this topic will help those of you who are considering starting a family or already navigating motherhood & entrepreneurship. If motherhood is NOT part of your journey, I honestly still think you'll get so much out of this episode because the heart of our chat is reall…

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The Anti-Purpose Marketing Myth That Must Die! 28:25

2+ y ago28:25

28:25

What a dramatic title, huh?! But this topic seriously gets me riled up! "Consistency" in marketing is often equated with how often you post/email/create content, but it's also a recipe for BURN OUT! What's the alternative, you wonder? Tune into this episode to hear it! You'll get my candid thoughts on why marketing gurus need to be more nuanced in …

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Crush your Money Goals with Bernadette Joy 53:17

2+ y ago53:17

53:17

Does even thinking about your biz bank account make your knees quake? You're not alone! Getting familiar with your numbers can help you take big leaps forward as an entrepreneur. That's why I invited Bernadette Joy, debt-free money coach, to talk about how you can move towards financial independence in your business (and what FI *really* means). Tu…

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Responding & Reacting to Failure in Business with Laura Kelly 57:21

2+ y ago57:21

57:21

Get ready to channel your inner cheerleader! Laura Kelly is a confidence coach who brings some pep to the podcast that I wasn't even prepared for (but delighted nonetheless). Listen to hear about the time she launched a brand new offering in her business only to "fall flat on my face, not once, but TWICE." Even more importantly, we talk about how s…

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How to Sell More without Selling Out with Erika Tebbens 58:28

2+ y ago58:28

58:28

We're in a season of talking marketing & sales on the podcast - those tactical things you can do this fall to build momentum & drive REAL results by the end of the year. So, I invited Erika Tebbens - an expert on sleaze-free sales - to share actionable tips along with her insights on the more subtle, internal shifts that will help you *actually* fe…

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The 5 Stages of Business, Explained! 57:26

2+ y ago57:26

57:26

You didn't start your own biz to feel overwhelmed & joy-less. You wanted to feel LIT UP by your work! Let me introduce you to something that will make it EASIER to know *exactly what to focus on* (& invite back in your sparkle): The 5 Stages of Business. Are you a Curious Carole? Or a Scaling Sam? Listen to hear the backstory of why I created the s…

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Bed-bound & Building a Business with Lisa Spring 52:05

2+ y ago52:05

52:05

3 years ago, Lisa Spring suddenly became severely disabled. While grieving the loss of her vocation, she found herself questioning how she could possibly "create her purpose" while relegated to bed. Lisa and I talk frankly about the dark days of her illness (and how Spotify playlists got her through it!) and how adjusting her expectations to meet r…

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A Brave Conversation about Race with Bryana Clover 52:06

3y ago52:06

52:06

From a young age, Bryana was aware of often being the only Black person in predominantly white communities. That sparkled her passion to help organizations & individuals create BRAVE spaces to have tough conversations about race, and this purpose has driven her business decisions ever since. This was my 2nd-ever episode of this podcast and it deser…

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The Big Business Idea I Let Go Of 18:22

3y ago18:22

18:22

Way back when this was a lil' baby podcast with a small group of listeners, I released this solo episode about the travel magazine idea I thought would become my entire business. That is UNTIL I let that idea die... So, I decided to dust off this audio from the archive to share it with more of you! Listen to hear the backstory of how I decided to g…

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