Action 2 Impact Podcast with Gwen Jones

Gwen Jones

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Episodes 306

Avg. Duration 49m

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Since Oct 2019

Latest Episode Mar 2026

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About This Podcast

Since 2019, host Gwen Jones — a proud Rotarian — has been sharing powerful stories of extraordinary people who turn bold ideas into meaningful impact. While many guests are Rotarians making a difference through service, the heart of the Action 2 Impact Podcast goes far beyond any one organization. Each episode spotlights inspiring individuals from around the world who took a single step to make life better for others — and ended up changing communities, and sometimes the world.

Listeners will discover uplifting stories, practical inspiration, and proof that real change doesn’t require perfection or permission — just action. Because impact isn’t reserved for a select few. It starts with one person, one idea, and one step.

Listen, subscribe, and get inspired to turn your own actions into impact.

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S2E2 Action 2 Impact Podcast Season 2 EP.2 When Women Lead, Rotary Grows with Celia Cruz De Giay

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S8E10 ENCORE SHOW: I'm A Rotarian Podcast Season 8 EP.10 POA Champions of Inclusion Award Winner, Anderson Zerwes

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Send a textTHIS MONTHS ENCORE SHOW : Out of 1.4 million Rotarians six were chosen by RI as "People of Actions, Champions of Inclusion" and one of those six Rotary members is our friend Anderson…

S2E2 Action 2 Impact Podcast Season 2 EP.2 Time to learn about "Bedlessness" with Sleep in Heavenly Peace founder Luke Miklenson

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Send a textTime to learn about "Bedlessness" maybe a made up word, but it's not a made up problem, kids with no beds, or safe places to sleep. Luke joins me to tell of how a simple project in his…

S2E1 Action 2 Impact Podcast Season 2 EP.1 Catching up with Stephanie Urchick!

Feb 11, 2026 51m

Send a textWelcome to Season Two of the Action 2 Impact podcast and round two for 2024/25 RI President Stephanie Urchick. She's BACK!Stephanie is back to talk about her life as RI President, what…

S1E24 Action 2 Impact Podcast Season 1 EP. 24 Rotary is Growing in Africa...WHY?

Feb 04, 2026 50m

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S1E23 Action 2 Impact Podcast Season 1 EP. 23 Meet Russian Rotarian Anna Tumanova

Jan 21, 2026 1h 4m

Send a textRotary has Rotary clubs and Rotarians in Russia? Yes,Yes we do! And they are doing great work all over the world.Today meet Anna Tumanova, as she tells me about all thge wonderful work…

S1E22 Action 2 Impact Podcast Season 1 EP. 22 A Polio Drop Adventure with Nancy Barbee and Mary Shackelton

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S1E20 Action 2 Impact Podcast Season 1 EP. 20 RI Director for Zones 28&32 Chris Etienne

Dec 17, 2025 57m

Send a textChris Etienne may be known for her trademark black glasses, but she is much more then that. Join me as i talk to Chris about her Zone job, and as she wraps up her position, what is…

S1E19 Action 2 Impact Podcast Season 1 EP. 19 Past RI Vic-President and Truly Amazing Rotarian Dean Rohrs

Dec 10, 2025 48m

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S1E18 Action 2 Impact Podcast Season 1 EP. 18 Rotary E-Club of World Peace founding member Rudy Westervelt

Dec 03, 2025 46m

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Nov 19, 2025 44m

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S1E16 Action 2 Impact Podcast Season 1 EP. 16 Humberto Silva and the Rotary HEP Project

Nov 12, 2025 44m

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S1E15 Action 2 Impact Podcast Season 1 EP. 15 Rotary Environmental Fellowship

Nov 05, 2025 56m

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Action 2 Impact Podcast with Gwen Jones have?

Action 2 Impact Podcast with Gwen Jones has published 306 episodes since October 2019, covering topics in Documentary, Leisure.

Is Action 2 Impact Podcast with Gwen Jones still active?

Action 2 Impact Podcast with Gwen Jones is currently highly active with new episodes weekly. Average episode length is 49m.