The Bridge to Kindness Podcast

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By: River Radio Ministries

Do you love exceptional stories that motivate you to become a better version of yourself? Do you enjoy being challenged to identify ways you can be a difference maker and make an impact, e.g., either in yourself, your family, your business, or your community? If these types of stories move you – then you too will be inspired by listening to The Bridge to Kindness Podcast.  Each week we will feature 5 different non-profit organizations in the Columbus Region and how you can get involved!  A new episode airs each Saturday, at 1pm.  Meet you on the Bridge on The River!

Season 2 EP17 - RESET Inc. - Alicia Dunlap
Yesterday at 5:00 PM

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 17 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this Episode you will hear from the following organization:

RESET Inc. - Alicia Dunlap, Executive Director                                       00:00 - 30:30

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out about The...


Season 2 EP16 - Tunnels to Towers 5k Race - Linda Morelli
05/09/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 16 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this Episode you will hear from the following organization:

Tunnels to Towers 5k Race - Linda Morelli, Co-Director                         00:00 - 25:30

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also fin...


Season 2 EP15 - The Donor Changing Landscaspe
05/02/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 15 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this Episode you will hear from the following organization:

Dickerson/Bakker - Andrew Olsen - "Changing donor landscape"        00:00 - 24:30

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can...


Season 2 EP14 - Michael Neece, Author, In Kind: Consciously Craft a Meaningful Life and Career
04/25/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 14 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this Episode you will hear from the following organization:

Michael Neece, Author - In Kind:  Craft a Meaningful Liife            00:00 - 14:15


Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturda...


Season 2 EP13 - "Good Guys, Doing Good" Special Edition courtesy of EPS
04/18/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 13 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this Episode you will hear from the following organization:

Mr. Joe Carter - Science Teacher - Bloom Carroll High School              00:00 - 22:30

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You c...


Season 2 EP 12 - Measurement Resources Company, Christy Farnbaugh
04/11/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 12 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this Episode you will hear from the following organizations:

Measurement Resources Company - Christy Farnbaugh                        00:00 - 18:15

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out about...


Season 2 EP11 - Charitable Roundtable, Frank Agin
04/04/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 11 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this Episode you will hear from the following organizations:

Charitable Roundtable - Frank Agin                                     00:00 - 17:45

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out about The Bridge t...


Season 2 EP10 - EPS - Corporate Social Responsibility
03/28/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 10 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this Episode you will hear from the following organizations:

EPS - Kaitlyn Wilde, and Rocky Rodriguez                                    00:00 - 22:15

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out about T...


Season 2 EP9 - SPECIAL EDITION - For Columbus
03/02/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 9 SPECIAL EDITION of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this Episode you will hear from the following organizations:

For Columbus - Shane Tucker, Network Director                                    00:00 - 16:00

Learn about a Special Event happening in Columbus, on March 5, 2026 to bring together the faith based community in the Columbus Region 

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project sen...


Season 2 EP8 - Pathway Spotlight - IMPACT60
02/28/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 9 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this Special Episode you will hear from the following organizations:

Pathway Spotlight - IMPACT60 -                                                            00:00 - 20:45

Lavona See - Executive Director, IMPACT60

Chelsea Hatton - Community Engagement Coordinator, IMPACT60

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episo...


Season 2 EP7 - Grace Haven - Hannah Swift, Three Leafs - Ron Stokes
02/21/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 7 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following organizations:

Grace Haven (Youth for Christ) - Hannah Swift                                   00:00 - 19:00

Three Leaf - Ron Stokes                                                                          20:00 - 32:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out abou...


Season 2 EP6 - Philanthropia-Jessica Schmitt, Fairfield Area Humane Society-Kerri Taylor, Rocky Rodriguez
02/14/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 6 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following organizations:

Philanthropia  - Jessica Schmitt                                                             00:00 - 11:00

Fairfield Area Humane Society - Kerri Taylor, Rocky Rodriguez       11:00 - 24:30

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can...


Season 2 EP5 - Tithe Lending-Mark Greaves, The River-Bill Montgomery
02/07/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 5 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following organizations:

Tithe Lending and Tithe Foundation - Mark Greaves                          00:00 - 14:00

The River Radio Station - Bill Montgomery                                           14:00 - 23:30

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

...


Season 2 EP4 - FutureCom Technologies-Jeanne Gokcen, Flag Lady's Flag Store-Lori Watson
01/31/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 4 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following organizations:

FutureCom Technologies - Jeanne Gokcen                                         00:00 - 13:00

Flag Lady's Flag Store - Lori Watson                                                     13:30 - 37:30

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out ab...


Season 2 EP3 - Dress for Success-Habiba Bangston, Victory Ministries-Jeremy Borsos
01/24/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 3 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following organizations:

Dress for Success - Habiba Bangston                                                    00:00 - 13:00

Victory Ministries - Jeremy Borsos                                                          13:30 - 23:30

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out about The Bri...


Season 2 - EP2 - GRIN - Brenda Johnston, MagLiteracy - John Mennell
01/17/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 2 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following organizations:

GRIN (Gahanna Residents In Need - Beth Johnston                            00:00 - 11:00

MagLiteracy -John Mennell                                                                       11:30 - 28:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out about Th...


Season 2 - EP1 - EPS-Rocky Rodriguez, YWCA-Caroline Woliver
01/10/2026

Welcome to Season 2 - Episode 1 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following organizations:

EPS - Rocky Rodriguez                                                                               00:00 - 19:00

YWCA - Caroline Woliver                                                                           19:30 - 41:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out about The Bridge to Kindness Project by visiting our w


EP15 - Give to Gahanna-Christian Peck, Femergy-Christina Vera
12/20/2025

Welcome to Episode 15 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following organizations:

Give to Gahanna - Christian Peck                                                              00:00 - 14:00

Femergy - Christina Vera                                                                              14:15 - 28:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out about The Bridge to Kindness Project by visiti


EP14 - Voice Corps-Mark Jividen, Mannerisms-Pastor Charlie Davis, The Gahanna Gift Shop-Pastor Joel Trainer
12/13/2025

Welcome to Episode 14 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following organizations:

Voice Corps - Mark Jividen                                                                          00:00 - 15:00

Mannerisms - Pastor Charlie Davis                                                              15:30 - 26:30

Gahanna Gift Shop - Pastor Joel Trainer                                                   26:30 - 38:15

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out about Th


EP13 - Lutheran Social Services-Rachel Lustig, Alo Civitas Consulting-Faith Rivera, TriNet-Dean Bishop, Bryan Williams
12/06/2025

Welcome to Episode 13 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following organizations:

Lutheran Social Services - Rachel Lustig                                                 00:00 - 17:00

Alo Civitas Consulting - Faith Rivera                                                          17:30 - 25:15

TriNet - Dean Bishop, Bryan Williams                                                       25:45 - 44:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also f...


EP12 - Blue Technologies-Jessie Dynia, Cait Seckel,Boundless-Dominique Fernandez,Nature Dads Conservation Fund-Brian C. Mayer
11/22/2025

Welcome to Episode 12 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following organizations:

Blue Technologies - Jessie Dynia, Cait Seckel                                        00:00 - 15:00

Boundless - Dominique Fernandez Thobaben                                        15:00 - 30:30

Nature Dads Conservation Fund - Brian C. Mayer                                  30:30 - 50:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at...


EP11-Lew Griffin Insurance-Lew Griffin, Sanctuary Night-Hannah Estabrook, Adaptive Sports Connection-Doug Wolfe 11-15-25
11/15/2025

Welcome to Episode 11 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following non-profits:

Lew Griffin Insurance - Lew Griffin                                                           00:00 - 13:30

Sanctuary Night - Hannah Estabrook                                                       13:30 - 25:00

Adaptive Sports Connection - Doug Wolfe                                           25:00 - 38:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also fin...


EP10 - MAC Construction-Steve McEmery, Small Biz Cares-Nevin Bansal, Key Bank-Erin Ressa, Mollard Consulting-Kerri Mollard 11/8/25
11/08/2025

Welcome to Episode 10 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following non-profits:

MC Construction - Steve McEmery                                                            00:00 - 15:30

Small Biz Cares - Nevin Bensal, Key Bank - Erin Ressa                          15:30 - 27:30

Mollard Consulting - Kerri Mollard                                                             27:30 - 39:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Sat...


EP9 - Festa - Kim Emch, TURN - Ashleigh Lindsay, PopWe - Joe West - 11/1/25
11/01/2025

Welcome to Episode 9 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following non-profits:

Festa - Kim Emch                                                                                            00:00 - 15:00

T.U.R.N. - The Ultimate Resource Network - Ashleigh Lindsay-Behnke  15:00 - 22:00

Pop We - Pastor Joe West                                                                              22:00 - 33:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1p...


EP8 - Adult Teen Challenge - Linda Hercenberg, Flourish Communities - Wendy McWherter, Prime Movers - Sam Koon, 10/25/25
10/25/2025

Welcome to Episode 8 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following non-profits:

Adult Teen Challenge - Linda Hercenberg                                           00:00 - 8:30

Flourish Communities - Wendy McWherter                                         08:30 - 20:30

Prime Movers - Sam Koon                                                                       20:30 - 35:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out about...


EP7 - CRU - Mike Slagle, Harambee Christian School - Michael Larson, Joseph's Coat - Michael Bouchard, 10/18/25
#7
10/18/2025

Welcome to Episode 7 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following non-profits:

CRU - Mike Slagle                                                                                      00:00 - 8:30

Harambee Christian School, Michael Larson, Brandon Grant          08:30 - 20:00

Jospeh's Coat - Michael Bouchard                                                         20:30 - 31:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out abou...


EP6 - Charley's Foundation - Hilary Sloat, Kingdom Dads - Michael Mattes, Grace Haven - Hannah Swift, 10/11/25
#6
10/11/2025

Welcome to Episode 6 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following non-profits:

Charley's Kids Foundation - Hilary Sloat                                               00:00 - 14:20

Kingdom Dads - Michael Mattes                                                             14:30 - 23:00

Grace Haven - Hannah Swift                                                                   23:00 - 31:00

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturdays.

You can also find out about The Bridge


EP5 - Life Care Alliance - Claire Eastman, 5 Points Apostolic Network- Scott Kelso, Africa's Light - Shannon Kerr, Design Outreach - Greg Bixler, 10/4/25
10/04/2025

Welcome to Episode 5 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following non-profits:

Life Care Alliance - Claire Eastman                                                       00:00 - 10:30

5 Points Greater Columbus Apostolic Network - Scott Kelso           10:30 - 19:00

Africa's Light - Shannon Kerr                                                                   19:00 - 27:45

Design Outreach - Greg Bixler                                                                27:45 - 42:30


Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com.  Thanks for listening!  Ne...


E4 - Neighborhood Bridges - Rick Bannister, FCA - Aaron Quinn, Baton Exchange - John Scoggins, Christ Cocoons - Paul Worksmaster, Youth for Christ - Monika Hahn 9/27/25
#4
09/27/2025

Welcome to Episode 4 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following non-profits:

neighborhood bridges - Rick Bannister                                                 00:00 - 07:40

Fellowship of Christian Athletes - Aaron Quinn, Rye D'Orazio           07:40 - 20:00

The Baton Exchange - John Scroggins                                                  20:00 - 27:20

Christ's Cocoons  - Paul Workmaster                                                     28:00 - 38:35

Youth for Christ - Monika Hahn                                                               38:35 - 51:00

          


Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region.  To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKi...


EP3 - Neighborhood Bridges - Rick Bannister, Stowe Mission - Joshua Shortridge, HEART - Cheryl Wooten, The Refectory - Kamal Boulus, Lower Lights - Emmalyn Jerome 9/20/25
09/19/2025

Welcome to Episode 3 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following non-profits:

neighborhood bridges - Rick Bannister                                                 00:00 - 8:00

Stowe Mission - Joshua Shortridge                                                         08:00 - 18:00

HEART - Cheryl Wooten                                                                             18:00 - 26:30

The Refectory Restaurant - Kamal Boulus                                              26:30 - 36:30

Lower Lights - Emmalyn Jerome                                                           36:30 - 51:30

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region. To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com. Thanks for listening! New episodes air each week at 1pm on Saturday...


EP2 - Neighborhood Bridges - Rick Bannister, Rise Up Now - Ellen Cathers, A Kid Again - Brianne McFarland, Lifewise Academy - Vince Coleman, NAMI - Karen Cousins 9/13/25
09/13/2025

Welcome to Episode 2 of The Bridge to Kindness Project Podcast.

On this episode you will hear from the following non-profits:

neighborhood bridges - Rick Bannister                                                 00:00 - 8:20

Rise Up Now - Ellen Cathers                                                                     08:20 - 16:00

A Kid Again - Brianne McFarland, Chelsea                                             16:00 - 24:20

Lifewise Academy - Vince Coleman                                                        24:20 - 31:00

NAMI - Karen Cousins                                                                                31:00 - 38;30

Each episode features interviews on how you can be involved, volunteer, donate and make a difference being a part of these non-profits in our region. To learn how your organization can become a part of The Bridge to Kindness project send an email to theBridgetoKindness@gmail.com. Thanks for listening! New episodes air each week at 1pm on Satur...


EP1 - neighborhood bridges - Rick Bannister, Oasis Church - Alfred Taygo, Mid-Ohio Food Collective - Mike Hochron, My Village Ministries - Phil Krause, Habitat for Humanitiy - Brandi Al-Issa 9/6/25
09/06/2025

Welcome to the first episode of The Bridge to Kindness.  Each week we will interview and share about 5 different non-profits in the Columbus Region.

This weeks guests include:

neighborhood bridges - Rick Bannister - 00:00 - 14:10

Oasis of Love Community Church - Pastor Alfred Taygo - 14:11 - 26:49

Mid-Ohio Food Collective - Mike Hochron - 26:50 - 35:03

My Village Ministries - Phil Krause, Melody Marshall - 35:04 - 43:29

Habitat for Humanity Mid Ohio - Brandi Al-Issa 43:30 - 50:00



Each episode features interviews on how y...