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Exploring Opportunities for Self-Reliance Around the Globe

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There are over 10.4 million single mother families in the US. Women with children earn 10-15% less than women without children. It is no exaggeration to say that many, many single mothers are in a precarious financial state.... more

Allowing farmers to prosper creates an ecosystem that serves both farmer and consumer. Loaning them the tools and resources takes one more stumbling block to turning a profit out of the way. Our guest is Eric Pohlman. Eric Pohlman,... more

How can you make dreams come true for young people -- especially those that are homeless? Dream Catalyst offers opportunities to do just that. Our guest is Erik Lehmann. Erik Lehmann, Dream Catalyst Spending almost two months in... more

How can you combine your passions with the ability to help others? Our guest is Bob Debbas. Bob Debbas, MyQoopon Bob Debbas is a Professor of Marketing and E-Marketing, and the CEO of several online companies including... more

How do you eradicate poverty? If you're part of the Ugandan paper bead industry, you do it one bead at a time. Our guest is Devin Hibbard. Devin Hibbard, Bead for Life Devin is co-founder and Executive Director of the Colorado-based... more

What's the solution to poverty? If we look towards business, we might find the answer in unexpected ways. Our guest is Mal Warwick. Mal Warwick, The Business Solution to Poverty Mal Warwick is an author, impact investor, and... more

Giving makes the world a better place, and it benefits both those who give and those who receive. There are many ways that you can help others by giving. Our guest is Harvey McKinnon. Harvey McKinnon, The Power of Giving Harvey... more

How many times have you had to rebuild your life after a big challenge? And how many times have you done it on purpose -- just to test yourself and teach others? Our guest is Te-Erika Patterson. Te-Erika Patterson, Rebuild Your Life Project... more

When women are beaten, children raped and both dying as a result, what can be done to stop it? What can be done to help those victims become survivors that thrive? Our guest is Patricia Melnice. Patricia Melnice, Tough Angels Patricia... more

What kinds of tools best help us achieve self-reliance? Certainly education, information, resources and awareness can help. But what about actual real tools, like hammers and saws? Our guest is Sarah Ingleby. Sarah Ingleby, Tools for... more

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