Stuff That Matters - A New Hope Podcast

Stuff that Matters is an interview-based show centered around important voices in the broader human services space that have something to say about something...that matters.Primarily long-form, occasionally short-form, free flowing interviews. The focus is not only on the guests themselves, but also the issues they represent. Ranging from mental health, childcare, substance abuse, healthcare and various hard-hitting topics. This podcast can truly be a game-changer and great outlet for so many. Hosts: New Hope Treatment Center's (Rock Hill, SC) Matt Simon, Mike O'Connor and Patrick Puzzo.

Stuff That Matters - A New Hope Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 62 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Unknown Host hosts Stuff That Matters - A New Hope Podcast, a health show with 62 episodes published.

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  Episode #46

  Stuff that Matters, Ep. 46 - Mike Leach, Foster Care, Child Welfare, South Carolina DSS, Families, Youth

  Jul 20, 202646 min

  Mike Leach is the Chief External Engagement Officer for Think Of US. He's the Principal for Leach Consulting Group, LLC, a partner at Momenta Advisors, Senior Fellow at Center for the Helping Professions and the former State Director at South Carolina DSS. (00:01:23-00:14:58) - His background – gettinginto child welfare and into the South Carolina DSS space. (00:14:59-00:41:07) – A birds eye view of the childwelfare system; what states are doing things well. A look at the frontline staff, and ultimately what is needed to help families stay together. How things have changed post pandemic in the last few years, specifically pertaining toolder adolescents. (00:41:08-00:45:51) – Child welfare and juvenilejustice systems acquiring investments and receiving funding to improve the care that can be provided. The stuff that matters. Subscribe and like, rate and review. You can watch full episodes on YOUTUBE . Check out our to learn more about New Hope on our WEBSITE .

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  Episode #45

  Stuff that Matters, Ep. 45 - Michael Prelaske, Digital Game Based Learning, Teaching, Education, Engagement

  Jun 11, 202656 minS0

  <p>Michael Prelaske is a high school social studies teacher in Wake County, NC, a Graduate Research Assistant at NC State, and founder of 1347 Games, where he designs immersive, multiplayer simulations for classroom learning. His work challenges the traditional model of passive instruction by exploring how digital game-based learning can improve engagement, deepen understanding, and increase long-term retention.</p><p>Michael’s research focuses on the efficacy of game-based instruction, particularly how well knowledge transfers beyond the game environment and sticks with students over time. He is especially interested in how interactive systems can make abstract or complex content—like glob...

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  Episode #44

  Stuff that Matters, Ep. 44 - Michael Chavis, Law Enforcement, Mental Health, Rock Hill Police, Services, Community, Response, Care, Safety

  May 18, 20261h 8mS0

  <p>Officer Michael Chavis, a Police Lieutenant for the Rock Hill Police department. Coming up on nearly 25 years of service, Officer Chavis has seen it all. Serving as a police officer, detective, a sergeant, lieutenant, public information and an executive officer. We discuss how he got into law enforcement, what role the Rock Hill PD has pertaining to mental health, substance abuse, homelessness and suicide prevention. The changes that he has seen over the years, and so much more. Officer Chavis, like much of the Rock Hill PD, has been a friendly face and resource in the community, attending various...

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  Episode #43

  Stuff that Matters, Ep. 43 - Ben Ingraham, Therapy, Veterans, Marine Corps, Mental Health, Suicide Prevention

  Apr 1, 20261h 8mS0

  <p>Ben Ingraham is a clinical social worker specializing in trauma-focused care for individuals in high-stress, high-responsibility professions, including military service members, veterans, first responders, and medical professionals. With over 12 years of clinical experience in the medical field both in the civilian realm as well as the military, his work centers on helping clients understand, process, and recover from the lasting effects of trauma in a way that is practical, respectful, and sustainable.</p><p>Ben's commitment to trauma work is deeply personal. Prior to entering the clinical field, he served as a Hospital Corpsman in the United States Navy...

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  Episode #42

  Stuff that Matters, Ep. 42 - Carlos Grant, Rock Hill Schools, Learning, Students, Programs, Mental Health

  Mar 17, 202639 minS0

  <p>Carlos Grant is the Executive Director of Alternative Programs in Rock Hill Schools. He has the responsibility of leading efforts across all five of the district's alternative programs that support mental health services, virtual learners, and students at the elementary, middle, high school.</p><p>(01:15-17:44) -His background and what the vision was when he became the Executive Director of Alternative Programs. The biggest changes he has seen in the school systems pertaining to mental health awareness and resources for students.</p><p>(19:31-30:37) – Phones in schools, the downfalls, promoting more socialization. The advantages of technology and progression of AI...

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