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S3E2 Speaking Their Language: Appreciation Across Abilities and Generations
Exploring how the five languages of appreciation can be used not just in the workplace, but in personal lives and caregiving relationships, featuring real stories and practical tips for building…
S3E1 Beyond Recognition: How to Build a Culture of Appreciation in Human Services
A deep dive with Dr. Paul White into the difference between recognition and authentic appreciation, and how these concepts can radically improve engagement, retention, and well-being for both…
S2E14 The Currency of Trust: Lessons for Human Service Leadership
In human services, trust isn’t optional—it’s everything.In this solo episode of A Side of Hope, Melanie explores Stephen M.R. Covey’s The Speed of Trust through the lens of human service leadership.…
S2E13 Home, Choice, and Belonging: A Conversation with Beth Gallagher
In this episode of A Side of Hope, Melanie sits down with Beth Gallagher, CEO of Life Works in San Diego County. Beth leads an organization committed to providing customized supports for people with…
S2E12 Person-Centered Thinking: More Than a Form
We’ve all heard the phrase person-centered thinking—maybe in trainings, maybe on forms, maybe in passing. But what if it’s more than a professional concept?In this solo episode of A Side of Hope,…
S2E11 Full Circle: Joe on Supported Living, Family, and Building a Legacy of Hope
Melanie sits down with Joe, co-founder of Choices, to talk about supported living, mentoring new agencies, and his journey from provider to parent. Together, they explore partnership with families,…
S2E10 Can Gratitude Make You Resilient?
Gratitude isn’t just a feel-good idea—it may be one of the most powerful tools we have for resilience. In this solo episode of A Side of Hope, Melanie reflects on how gratitude has profoundly shaped…
S2E9 Why Social Capital Might Matter More Than a Service Plan
In this episode of A Side of Hope, Melanie reconnects with longtime colleague and keynote speaker Al Condeluci, whose work has inspired the human services field for decades.Together, they explore a…
S2E8 What Hot Dogs and Disneyland Taught Me About Privilege
When Melanie first entered the world of human services, she was fueled by passion and a deep desire to help—but she also found herself learning on the fly, making mistakes, and navigating the…
S2E7 Humor as a Bridge: Breaking Down Disability Stereotypes with Zach Anner
Melanie Bazile is joined by Zach Anner—writer, comedian, disability advocate, and storyteller—who shares his journey with humor, heart, and deep insight. From the mountain hike where friends carried…
S2E6 The unexpected leadership superpower
In this solo episode, host Melanie Bazile gets personal about her early days in human services—where passion met inexperience, and leadership was full of stumbles, growth, and grit.With honesty and…
S2E5 You Can’t Fake Culture: Hard Truths from Danny Silk
With decades of experience in leadership development, Danny has empowered countless leaders to build cultures of trust, accountability, and connection.As a renowned speaker, author, and consultant,…
S2E4 Post-Pandemic Reflections
Melanie Bazile is a longtime leader in the human services field, known for blending honesty, grit, and hope. With decades of experience navigating the messiness of people work, she brings sharp…
S2E3 Innovation in Human Services
A few years ago, Sarah found herself feeling lost—unsure of her direction or purpose. She had big dreams but wasn’t certain how to bring them to life. That all changed when she discovered techniques…
S2E2 Innovation
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S2E1 Interview with Peter Liedy
Peter Leidy is a consultant, speaker, teacher, and singer/songwriter with a background in support and inclusion for people with disabilities. He works with families and organizations throughout the…
S1E7 From Theory to Practice: Bridging Academia and Human Services with Dr. Andy
Andy has been a social worker since 2008 after he received his master of Social Work degree from CSU Chico. He worked as a Clinical Social Worker for 4 years specializing in addiction and recovery…
S1E6 The Power of Support: Jenelle’s Perspective on Social Work
In this episode of A Side of Hope, Jenelle shares powerful insights and wisdom drawn from her personal experience receiving Supported Living Services (SLS). Her story is a must-listen for anyone…
S1E5 Caregiving with Humor and Heart: An 18-Year Journey in Human Services
Guest Bio: Aaron Zint works as as a Payroll Manager by day and an author and coach by night. He has grown up in the Human Services field starting out as a caregiver at the age of 18. Aaron shares…
S1E4 Disrupting the Norm: An Unconventional Approach to Excellence in Human Services
Eric is the CEO of Compass, an agency that supports adults with disabilities in California. He joined the mission of Compass when he saw that Sadie’s (his wife) dream would need to be a family…
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A Side of Hope has published 23 episodes since August 2024, covering topics in Business, Careers.
A Side of Hope is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 42m.
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