(Y) Connect Podcast

Welcome to The (Y) Connect Podcast. As the heartbeat of the community, the Y is a connector where people of all ages and walks of life come together to elevate their health, wellness, education, and essential life skills. Join hosts Allison, Zarinah and Robert as they have authentic conversations with individuals sharing personal connections and stories of what connects them to the Y.For 164 years, the YMCA of Metro Atlanta has built programs that foster community, address critical needs, and empower individuals to achieve their full potential. This work is only possible with our Y community. Together we champion communities where everyone belongs and would love for you to be part of it. Let's keep the conversation going about what the Y means to you and where you can find one near you. Please visit us at ymca atlanta dot org and subscribe to our Healthy Together newsletter.Biography: Robert Wright has 20 years of experience encouraging and motivating individuals in the human and s

(Y) Connect Podcast is a health podcast hosted by Unknown Host, with 139 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.

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  Episode #85

  Ep. 85 A Pause and What Comes Next

  Jun 3, 202634 minS0

  <p >At its heart, (Y) Connect has always been about connection.</p> <p >Over the past four years, hosts Allison Toller, Robert Wright, and Zarinah Winston have had the privilege of sharing conversations with Y members, volunteers, staff, partners, and community leaders whose stories reflect the power of belonging, service, and community.</p> <p >In this special episode, the three hosts come together one last time to reflect on the journey. They revisit favorite moments, discuss the conversations that have stayed with them, and share what they've learned about connection through the people and stories featured on the podcast.</p> <...

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  Fan Favorite: Connecting Family, Community, and Impact at the Y

  May 20, 202634 minS0

  <p >Today, we're revisiting our conversation with someone who wears a couple of hats in her connection to the Y—Lindsey LeFaivre. Lindsey is not only a passionate Y member and mom who participates in programming for her young children at multiple Ys across the city, but she's also the Vice President of Customer Success with AchieveIT. This software company helps the YMCA track and measure the success of our strategic plan. In this episode, we'll explore how Lindsey's family benefits from the Y, what it's like to be part of a community serving people of all ages, and how he...

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  Turning Retirement into a Mission: Expanding Access to Camp

  May 6, 202626 minS0

  <p >Today, we're joined by Darrell Edquist, a member of the Community Engagement Board at the Isakson/Alpharetta Family YMCA, who has turned his retirement into something incredibly meaningful. Darrell set a personal goal to help 4,000 children—kids who might not otherwise have the opportunity—experience summer camp at the Y. And he didn't just set the goal—he got to work. As of last week, he's already raised enough support to send 74 kids to camp this summer.</p> <p >It's a powerful reminder of what's possible when someone decides to use their time, their relationships, and their energy to make a...

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  Fan Favorite: Dr. Lori Duckett on Inclusion & Impact at the Y

  Apr 22, 202625 minS0

  <p >Today on (Y) Connect, we're honored to welcome Dr. Lori Duckett—physician, advocate, and proud member of the Andrew & Walter Young Family YMCA. Dr. Duckett is a passionate supporter of inclusive sports and has been instrumental in introducing Special Olympics programming to the Y. Her leadership is helping to ensure that athletes of all abilities feel seen, supported, and celebrated.</p> <p >In today's episode, we'll hear how Dr. Duckett's medical background, personal experiences, and unwavering belief in equity have shaped her journey—and how the Y community is growing stronger and more inclusive because of it.</p> <p >IN T...

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  Episode #83

  Y Member Trinity Smith Helps Teen Girls Thrive

  Apr 8, 202640 minS0

  <p >Today, we're joined by Trinity Smith, a high school senior and member of the East Lake Family YMCA who is already making an incredible impact in her community. Through her nonprofit Roots In Her Health, Trinity leads weekly wellness sessions for middle school girls at the Y, creating a space where they can slow down, talk openly, learn about their health and well-being, and build confidence in who they are.</p> <p >Her work was inspired by her own experience growing up with a chronic illness and learning how important it is for young people to understand their bodies...

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