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Making Hope Happen - Podcast

Making Hope Happen

We're not just telling stories—we’re igniting a movement. Every week, we bring you inspiring tales of resilience, perseverance, and transformation alongside deep dives into the issues that shape our lives. Hope isn’t just a feeling; it’s a powerful force for change. Join us as we make hope happen, sparking success and joy in our community.

Shows are aired in the San Bernardino area on X95.7 and KQLH 92.5 on Sundays at 9:00 AM and 7:00 AM, respectively.

All of our Uplift San Bernardino Radio Show episodes are in this feed. The new look and focus were launched on September 4, 2024. 

Do you have a story you want to tell? Please send me an email at [email protected]


Follow us on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/makinghopehappenradio/

Hope Society & Culture
Update frequency
every 8 days
Average duration
57 minutes
Episodes
162
Years Active
2021 - 2025
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Nurturing Hope: Pediatric Health, Parenting, and Resilience with Dr. Neha Vaghasia

Nurturing Hope: Pediatric Health, Parenting, and Resilience with Dr. Neha Vaghasia

In this episode of the Making Hope Happen Radio Show, host Erin Brinker interviews Dr. Neha Vaghasia, a pediatric oncologist and pediatrician. They discuss Dr. Vaghasia’s inspiring journey into medic…

00:58:58  |   Fri 29 Aug 2025
Inspiring Journeys: Gloria Macias Harrison’s Legacy & Community Hope in San Bernardino

Inspiring Journeys: Gloria Macias Harrison’s Legacy & Community Hope in San Bernardino

In this encore episode of the Making Hope Happen Radio Show from 2022, host Erin Brinker sits down with Gloria Macias Harrison, renowned educator, community leader, and former president of Crafton Hi…

00:58:27  |   Sat 09 Aug 2025
From Manuscript to Bestseller: Inside the World of Publishing with Conni Francini

From Manuscript to Bestseller: Inside the World of Publishing with Conni Francini

Join host Erin Brinker and publishing expert Conni Francini as they dive deep into the evolving world of book publishing. Discover the secrets of successful authorship, learn about the challenges wri…

00:59:47  |   Mon 04 Aug 2025
Unleashing Hope: A Teacher's Journey from Trauma to Transformation

Unleashing Hope: A Teacher's Journey from Trauma to Transformation

In this powerful episode of the Making Hope Happen radio show, Dr. Donita Grissom shares her remarkable journey from legal assistant to passionate educator and hope researcher. After experiencing pro…

00:59:15  |   Fri 25 Jul 2025
Men’s Health Matters – with Dr. Robert Sallis

Men’s Health Matters – with Dr. Robert Sallis

Why is walking one of the most powerful prescriptions in medicine? Dr. Robert Sallis, team physician for the LA Clippers and clinical professor at Kaiser Permanente, joins Erin Brinker to break down …

00:58:40  |   Fri 18 Jul 2025
Engaging Dialogue on America’s Founding with Esteemed Historians

Engaging Dialogue on America’s Founding with Esteemed Historians

Join us for a deep dive into America’s founding with two distinguished experts:

Jeff Lowe: A master teacher with accolades from the James Madison Memorial Foundation where he is a Senior Fellow, the A…

00:59:18  |   Mon 07 Jul 2025
Heart-Centered Leadership with Cynthia Rivard

Heart-Centered Leadership with Cynthia Rivard

In this episode, Erin Brinker sits down with Cynthia Rivard, an accomplished executive leader and visionary thinker, to explore the transformative power of heart-centered communication and egoless le…

00:59:48  |   Fri 30 May 2025
Breaking the Silence: A Conversation on Mental Health with Dr. Ashley Zucker

Breaking the Silence: A Conversation on Mental Health with Dr. Ashley Zucker

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, Erin sits down with Dr. Ashley Zucker, a board-certified psychiatrist with Kaiser Permanente, to explore the importance of mental health care, the stigma th…

00:59:45  |   Fri 23 May 2025
Building Vibrant Health: IEHP Foundation's Greg Bradbard on Equity, Advocacy, and Collective Action

Building Vibrant Health: IEHP Foundation's Greg Bradbard on Equity, Advocacy, and Collective Action

Greg Bradbard, CEO of the IEHP Foundation, joins Erin to discuss building healthier communities through advocacy, nonprofit leadership, and place-based health initiatives like the Blue Zones Project.…

00:59:46  |   Sat 10 May 2025
Thriving Through Menopause: Expert Advice from Dr. Marisol Flores

Thriving Through Menopause: Expert Advice from Dr. Marisol Flores

Get ready for an empowering conversation! Erin is joined by Dr. Marisol Flores, a board-certified OB/GYN from Kaiser Permanente in San Bernardino County. Together, they dive into how to plan, what to…

00:59:10  |   Sat 26 Apr 2025
Power, Potential, and the Journey to Mental Wellness: A Conversation with Dustin Dean & Mick Myers

Power, Potential, and the Journey to Mental Wellness: A Conversation with Dustin Dean & Mick Myers

What if the mental health system focused on thriving instead of just surviving? In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Erin welcomes Dustin Dean, PMHNP-BC, and Mick Myers, PMHNP-BC, co-founder…

00:59:45  |   Sat 19 Apr 2025
Where Purpose Meets Philanthropy: Insights from Fundraising Expert Jack Alotto

Where Purpose Meets Philanthropy: Insights from Fundraising Expert Jack Alotto

Fund development connects people with their purpose. Erin is joined by Jack Alotto, MA, CFRE, a Certified Fundraising Executive and trainer. Jack is a seasoned fundraising professional with a rich ba…

00:59:46  |   Fri 11 Apr 2025
Healing the Healers: Dr. Pamela Buchanan on Burnout, Resilience, and the Human Side of Medicine

Healing the Healers: Dr. Pamela Buchanan on Burnout, Resilience, and the Human Side of Medicine

In this episode, Erin welcomes Dr. Pamela Buchanan — board-certified physician, powerful storyteller, and passionate advocate for healing and human connection. 


Drawing from her own journey and the st…

00:58:44  |   Thu 03 Apr 2025
Early Starts, Lasting Change: Celebrating First 5 San Bernardino

Early Starts, Lasting Change: Celebrating First 5 San Bernardino

Erin sits down with two rockstars in early childhood—Karen Scott, Executive Director of First 5 San Bernardino, and Dr. Gwen Dowdy-Rodgers, longtime Commissioner and fierce community advocate—to talk…

00:59:35  |   Fri 28 Mar 2025
Gut Check: What You Need to Know About Colorectal Cancer

Gut Check: What You Need to Know About Colorectal Cancer

🎙️ March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and we’re getting straight to the gut of it! Erin sits down with Board-Certified Gastroenterologist Dr. Timothy Jenkins to talk prevention, early detect…

00:59:11  |   Fri 21 Mar 2025
Bridging Education and Industry: The Tomorrow’s Talent Revolution

Bridging Education and Industry: The Tomorrow’s Talent Revolution

The traditional school-to-career pipeline is broken—but Tomorrow’s Talent is changing that in Southern California. Today, Erin sits down with Tomorrow's Talent Founder and Visionary, Dr. Dale Marsden

00:59:46  |   Thu 13 Mar 2025
Heart Health Matters: Preventing America’s #1 Killer with Dr. William Mosley

Heart Health Matters: Preventing America’s #1 Killer with Dr. William Mosley

Your heart health is in your hands! Dr. William Mosley, Interventional Cardiologist at Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, joins Erin for a vital conversation about preventing heart disease—the…

00:59:42  |   Fri 07 Mar 2025
Breaking Barriers: How Time for Change Foundation Empowers Women to Rebuild Their Lives

Breaking Barriers: How Time for Change Foundation Empowers Women to Rebuild Their Lives

Erin is joined by Vanessa Perez and Rosie Plancarte from Time for Change Foundation for an inspiring conversation about transformation and resilience. They share how the organization empowers women t…

00:56:30  |   Mon 03 Mar 2025
From Homelessness to Heroism & Breaking Free from Codependency

From Homelessness to Heroism & Breaking Free from Codependency

In this episode, Erin Brinker welcomes two distinguished guests for insightful discussions on transformation and personal growth.


First, she speaks with Tiger Todd, founder of Hero School, about his g…

00:59:01  |   Sat 15 Feb 2025
Investing in Health & Hope: Dr. Alberto Yanez on Kaiser Permanente’s Impact in San Bernardino

Investing in Health & Hope: Dr. Alberto Yanez on Kaiser Permanente’s Impact in San Bernardino

This week, Erin sits down with Dr. Alberto Yanez, Kaiser Permanente’s Assistant Area Medical Director, for an inspiring conversation about health, community, and impact. A Baldwin Park native with an…

00:58:34  |   Mon 03 Feb 2025
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