Good at Heart

Tim and Gretchen Teran found purpose through Plebeian Helpers, a volunteer group delivering humanitarian aid to Ukrainians affected by the ongoing war.

Teaching is often called a calling, but it’s also increasingly challenging. In this episode of Good at Heart, host Randye Kaye speaks with two Connecticut educators about what it takes to teach students in today’s world.

Greenwich High School student Vihaan Kamath started Cookies for a Cause to support families with children who are blind, need prosthetics, or are fighting cancer. He spoke with Good at Heart’s Randye Kaye about baking cookies in his home kitchen and donating 100% of the proceeds to help kids.

Gorgeous by Glam Beauty Academy in Bridgeport, Connecticut, nurtures students to become financially independent and viable entrepreneurs. Founder Marelne Correa worked her way out of an abusive marriage and economic uncertainty to help others. Good at Heart host Randye Kaye spoke with Marlene and her daughter, Lily Chavez, to find out how they transform lives.

The Bradley Street Bicycle Co-op in New Haven has two main goals: to bring people together by rehabbing bicycles and matching bicycles to the people who need them. Good at Heart host Randye Kaye speaks with the co-op's General Manager, Kyle Anthony, about how they boost their community with bikes.

The Monroe Summer Orchestra brings musicians together to share the joy of music with their community. Good at Heart host Randye Kaye speaks with the co-founders and identical twins, Anand and Avinash Veeraraghav, about their mission.

The Long Island Museum helps people with memory loss and their caregivers creatively connect with art. Good at Heart host Randye Kaye speaks with the museum's education director, Lisa Unander, about their In The Moment program.

Nearly half of Americans report feeling lonely. Project UnLonely uses the arts to foster connection and healing. WSHU's Randye Kaye speaks with the foundation’s president and founder, Dr. Jeremy Nobel, about healing the crisis of loneliness.

A stroke left Garrett Mendez paralyzed at 19. After recovering at Gaylord Hospital, he returned 20 years later as a rehab aide. WSHU's Randye Kaye spoke to Garrett about his journey in this episode of Good at Heart.

Support that sustains. Support that endures. Kids Paradise Foundation helps children and families affected by poverty and conflict. Board President Dylan Connor speaks with Good at Heart host Randye Kaye about advocating for children in crisis.