ChangeMakers
The ChangeMakers Podcast presented by cityCURRENT shares personal stories and insights from those who are giving back and making a difference so we can learn and do the same. We cover life lessons, business advice, passion, and purpose. Share the ways you're making a difference using #changemakers.
- Update frequency
- every 29 days
- Average duration
- 51 minutes
- Episodes
- 106
- Years Active
- 2016 - 2025
Courtney Johnson Founder & CEO of Culinary Care on Serving Hope with Every Meal: Nourishing Cancer Patients Through Culinary Care
What if a single meal could nourish more than just a body—but also a soul?
In this powerful episode of the ChangeMakers Podcast, host Andrew Bartolotta sits down with Courtney Johnson, the heart and v…
Shelby Mounts on Building a Career After the Military—and Helping Others Do the Same with NextOp Veterans
Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Shelby Mounts, who reflects on his 25 years of service with the US Navy and highlights the leadership lessons learned and his journey to becoming Executive Director of …
Mike Pohlman of Pickering Firm, Inc. reflects on 45+ years of leadership and service in the community
Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Mike Pohlman, who has been a driving force at Pickering Firm, Inc. for more than 45 years, shaping the company's growth, culture and leadership. After graduating from C…
Why Community Support is Essential for Survivor Recovery with Kathy Mull - Executive Director of The Cocoon
This episode of the ChangeMakers podcast, produced by CityCURRENT and powered by Higginbotham Insurance and Financial Services, features an insightful conversation with Kathy Mull, the Executive Dire…
How Authenticity, Consistency, and Proximity Create Opportunity to Transform Lives with Monnie Bush - Founder & CEO, V1CTORY PROJECT
During the interview, Monnie talks about how growing up in Dayton, Ohio, and spending summers working on a family farm in Kentucky, picking tobacco and baling hay, helped form a work ethic that conti…
The Power of Play on Early Childhood Development with Dr. Stewart Burgess, CEO - Children's Museum of Memphis
In this episode of the ChangeMakers Podcast, host Andrew Bartolotta sits down with Dr. Stewart Burgess, CEO of the Children's Museum of Memphis (CMOM). With over 25 years dedicated to childhood devel…
Taylor and Carter English - How Faith, Family, Football, and Insurance Led to Launching a School
In this heartfelt and inspiring episode of the ChangeMakers Podcast, host Jeremy C. Park sits down with Taylor and Carter English, co-founders of The Rise School of San Antonio, to explore the transf…
Dr. Kenneth Robinson - How Intertwining Medicine and Ministry Led to Driving The Dream
This 100th ChangeMakers Podcast episode honors the legacy, career, and calling of Dr. Kenneth S. Robinson, who has been intertwining medicine and ministry for decades to transform lives and communiti…
Gabrielle Thompson, President and CEO of IDEAS - Stepping Into Hard Moments: How Saying Yes Can Transform the World
Host Jeremy C. Park talks with ChangeMaker, Gabrielle Thompson, President and CEO of IDEAS (International Development and Educational Associates), who shares her personal and professional journey, hi…
Chris Powers of Fort Capital and The Fort Podcast - The Intersection of Mentorship and Business Growth
Host Jeremy C. Park talks with Chris Powers, Founder and Executive Chairman of Fort Capital and host of The Fort Podcast, who shares his personal and professional journey and highlights the intersect…
Dr. Chris Lambert, Founder and CEO of Life Remodeled - Transforming Communities: Sustainable Strategies for Nonprofit Success
On this episode, we have the pleasure of diving into the world of community transformation with Dr. Chris Lambert, a visionary who's redefining nonprofit success and neighborhood revitalization.
Dr. …
Dr. Molly M. Harris Vice President of Community Engagement, Grayson College From Classroom to Career: The Role of Community Colleges in Fostering Civic Leaders
Welcome to this inspiring episode of the ChangeMakers Podcast, where we dive into the importance and power of community colleges, civic engagement, and mentorship with one of host Jeremy C. Park's cl…
Jerry Carleton, Principal / Attorney with Immix Law Group - How a Pursuit of Learning Leads to Pivots and Purpose
During the interview, Jerry talks about growing up in Northern California and going through traumatic experiences with his family. He shares how he was able to move forward in college and work with a…
Leigh Mansberg, President & CEO of Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South - Every Child. World Ready.
Host: Jeremy C. Park
Guest: Leigh Mansberg, President and CEO of Junior Achievement of Memphis and the Mid-South
Episode Overview:
In this enlightening conversation, host Jeremy C. Park sits down with L…
Alma McLemore, Executive Director, African American Heritage Society - Preserving History and Building Community in Franklin, Tennessee
Episode Summary: In this inspiring episode of the ChangeMakers Podcast, host Jeremy C. Park sits down with Alma Lee Alexander McLemore, Executive Director of the African American Heritage Society of …
Tammy Alvarez from Career Winners Circle - Love every Monday by becoming the CEO of your career
ChangeMakers podcast host Jeremy C. Park talks with Tammy Alvarez, CEO and founder of Career Winners Circle, professional keynote speaker, and author of "Escaping the Career Trap: Transform Your Apat…
Zach Montroy – Building Brave Workplace and Healthy Teams
During this episode of our ChangeMakers Podcast, host Jeremy C. Park talks with Zach Montroy, who is a People, Team, and Organizational Strategist and the Founder and CEO of The Intention Collective,…
Mike Berry - President of Hillwood, the developer of AllianceTexas: Transforming Fort Worth, Texas into an Economic Powerhouse
In this episode of the ChangeMakers Podcast, hosted by Jeremy C. Park and powered by Higginbotham Insurance and Financial Services, the spotlight is on Mike Berry, President of Hillwood, the develope…
Jeremy C. Park - CEO, cityCURRENT: How Becoming a SPARK to Power The GOOD Can Transform Your Life and Community
In a reversal of roles, normal ChangeMakers podcast host and producer, Jeremy C. Park, is the guest on this special episode, which is hosted by Dr. Sarah Petschonek, Founder and CEO of Volunteer Odys…
Dr. Sarah Petschonek - Founder & CEO, Volunteer Odyssey: Creating New Pathways for Corporate Engagement & Meaningful Volunteer Experiences
Host Jeremy C. Park catches up with Dr. Sarah Petschonek, Founder and CEO of Volunteer Odyssey, who was one of the original ChangeMakers podcast interviews (episode 5) back in 2016.
During the interv…