Springboard: Sparking Real Conversations

Lindsey Connors is a well-known, strong, independent community leader. In this episode, Lindsey tells her own very personal story about her experience as a Wellspring client and abuse survivor. Lindsey shares her story to help others understand how an abusive relationship starts, what it looks like, and what life is like after leaving. Her story proves that abuse can happen to anyone. 

Have you heard the big news? We're bringing Megan Twohey, NY Times investigative journalist and co-author of 'She Said' to Skidmore! In this episode we're talking about the stigma surrounding sexual assault, victim blaming and settlements as we prep for the big night with Megan. 

We are bringing it back to our first ever episode and talking all things consent. This time around we're going to tell you how you can wade through the discomfort and put these conversations into practice. 

In this episode we talk with Shana Gourdine, author, speaker and abuse survivor on how she launched her career in empowering people to learn their true self regardless of their past. 

In this episode we talk with Integrative and Functional Nutritionist, Mary Beth McCue, on how food sustains, rebuilds and renews the body, wading through some habits that can support mind-body health especially after trauma. 

In this episode, we talk with Men with Wellspring volunteer, Sholom, on the group's "Raising the Bar" coaster initiative and the ripple effect it created. 

In this episode we wade through some of the obstacles women face when advancing in their careers and how these Elks members were able to break through barriers to become women in leadership.

In this episode we submerge ourselves in the basics of money management and get some tips on how to avoid drowning in debt. 

In this episode we take a plunge in high school health class discussing all things consent, healthy relationships and boundaries. 

In this episode, we sit down with C.R.E.A.T.E. Community Studios' founders Heather Hutchison and Julie Lewis to discuss how creative expression is an invaluable tool when on the healing journey. 

In this episode, I speak with Megan Veltman of Indian Ladder Farms Cidery and Brewery about how one social media post led to a global collaboration within the craft brewing industry. Focusing on providing inclusive and safe environments, the cidery and brewery along with Unified Beerworks and Bound by Fate Brewing brought "Brave Noise" to the Saratoga County community. 

The holidays can be a difficult time for some. In this episode we invite a former Wellspring employee to give her rendition of a client story inspired by the types of things we hear. We are hoping her story can be one of inspiration. Happy Holidays from the Wellspring team to you and yours. 

Ohhhh the taboo topic everyone avoids; the birds and the bees conversations parents cringe through and the chats that bring on some serious blushing. But why are we so uncomfortable talking about sex? In this episode we are going to dive in to the importance of chugging through the discomfort and some ways you can approach the subject with the people in your life who need to hear it most.