Welcome to season 4, episode 11 of the Today is the Day Changemakers Podcast.

In this episode Patty shares about some very challenging times in her life including when she was a stay at home Mom who was suddenly left by her then husband leaving her with two little girls and no income coming in . She talks about all the ways she lifted herself up to continue to ensure that her and her children were able to not just keep the lights on but thrive. She rejoined the workforce and after a few roles working for others, she opened an empanada shop and then with some support opened a restaurant. She found love 12 years ago and was married over a year ago. Now, she is thriving as a real estate agent working for nest seekers a game changing firm in the rapidly expanding global real estate marketplace.

During Covid she started seeing a significant change in the way her youngest daughter was acting. From marijuana cards to much stronger drugs Patty has had to watch as her daughter struggled through some very difficult times always being there to support her with love, tough love, and honesty.

Now, Patty is using her voice to share her experience with other parents who may be going through these same challenges. If you or someone you know is dealing with addiction there is help and ongoing support for you. Alcoholics Anonymous - aa.org, Narcotics Anonymous - usa.na.org or contact Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services hotline: 800-662-h-e-l-p. For those in need know that there is hope and help available.

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Welcome to season 4, episode 11 of the Today is the Day Changemakers Podcast.

This week my guest is Nick Cucci, Executive Director, Recording Academy.

It is not often you meet someone who has worked with the likes of David Bowie, Christina Aguilera, Jessica Simpson, Dixie Chicks, Soul Asylum, Harry Connick Jr, Kate Bush, KISS, and the list goes on and on. Nick Cucci started his career working for college radio in NJ. In this episode you will hear how Nick went from local college radio to being the Senior Executive Director for the New York Chapter of the Recording Academy. The Recording Academy does so much for the music industry – the one thing you may recognize is that the Recording Academy produces the Grammy Awards. Before the Recording Academy he held senior positions at Rough Trade Records, Columbia Records, RCA Records and MTV.

Nick understands and has seen first-hand the impact that music has on all of our lives. It helps people through difficult times, we listen to it to celebrate milestones, and it is part of our everyday life. Nick has spent his career helping those whose passion and love of the music get their voices and instruments heard by the masses. This story truly is one that proves you really have no idea where your path will lead you and who you will meet along the way. What I loved most about this interview is that you can truly hear how much Nick loves the work he does. It is not just a job or career. Music is embedded in his soul.

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Welcome to season 4, episode 9 of the Today is the Day Changemakers Podcast.

This week I am joined by special guest co-host, Fred Wasiak, President & CEO of the Food Bank of South Jersey. Together they interview Megan LoBue, Grant Writing Specialist for the Food Bank of South Jersey. Megan was a guest in season 1, episode 15.

We talk about Megan's new role at the Food Bank of South Jersey. It continues to be an amazing journey watching Changemaker podcast guests get to know each other and work together.

Megan and Fred share about food insecurity and how things have actually gotten worse since the pandemic.

We find out some things we all have in common. We also talk about the joy it is to surround yourself with like-minded people trying to make the world a better place.

I hope you find a nugget of information that you can take with you in your day.

Remember today is the day! You can't go back to yesterday and you do not yet own tomorrow. So, my question to you, the listener is - what steps small or large are you going to take today to get yourself closer to your goals.

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