In this episode of The Social Impact Podcast, Bree talks with Molly Morgan, Texas State Director for the Trust for Public Land (TPL), about how parks and green spaces are essential infrastructure for health, equity, and community life. Molly shares her journey from studying studio art and landscape architecture to becoming a community-focused designer and then a statewide leader. She explains that her work centers on community-designed park spaces shaped by residents’ needs and stories, rather than just professional plans.

Molly walks through TPL’s work in Texas, especially in Dallas, including:

• The Five Mile Creek urban greenbelt—an 80-year-old city vision being realized as a trail and park system.
• Turning vacant public lots into small, affordable neighborhood parks.
• Preserving Big Cedar Wilderness, nearly 300 acres of nature inside Dallas city limits.

Throughout the conversation, she highlights the mental and physical health benefits of green spaces, including reduced stress and cortisol levels, improved outcomes for children’s mental health and test scores, mitigation of extreme heat, and even faster recovery after illness. She and Bree also explore temporary and creative solutions, such as pop-up parks, potted plants, painted asphalt, and green alleys, that can quickly bring relief to communities, like fire-impacted schools with no play space.

The episode closes with Molly’s advice for aspiring impact professionals and community members:

• You don’t have to be an “environment person” to help—nonprofits need skills in finance, web, marketing, and operations.
• Small actions, like simply showing up to a local park, can make others feel safer and more welcome.
• Everyone deserves “a place to breathe,” and parks are a powerful way to give that to communities under stress.

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In this episode of The Social Impact Podcast, host Bree Jensen sits down with Jayce Newton, Director of Impact at Liquid I.V., to explore how a simple hydration product has grown into a global force for good.

From his early days teaching in Morocco to leading impact initiatives at USAID and Liquid I.V., Jayce shares how purpose, travel, and listening to communities shaped his career in humanitarian relief. Together, Bree and Jayce dive into Liquid I.V.’s mission to provide clean water access for 2 million people by 2026, their groundbreaking Confluence program funding 16 U.S. water organizations, and their role in disaster relief—from wildfires in California to communities around the world.

Listeners will learn what it takes to build community-first impact, the importance of knowing your role during crises, and how corporations can lead through sustainable purpose.

💡 Key themes:

• Community-based clean water solutions
• How corporate social impact can be built into culture
• Lessons from disaster response and global development
• The intersection of philanthropy, business, and sustainable change

🎧 Listen to discover how Liquid I.V. is turning hydration into humanity and creating a ripple effect of global change.

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After enduring nine pregnancy losses before the birth of her son, Rachelle M. Dumas, a registered nurse and founder of A Light After Nine, turned her pain into purpose. In this powerful conversation, Rachelle and host Bree Jensen dive deep into maternal health, medical gaslighting, and the urgent need for patient advocacy, especially for Black women.

Rachelle shares how she transformed her personal experiences into a mission-driven nonprofit and a life-saving app that empowers patients to navigate the healthcare system with confidence. From political advocacy to emotional healing, this episode is a raw and hopeful reminder that storytelling and self-advocacy can change lives.

🎙️ "Nobody knows your body better than you. Your story is powerful—and it can save lives." — Rachelle M. Dumas

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In this episode of The Social Impact Podcast, host Bree Jensen sits down with Aurora Archer, visionary leader, cultural strategist, and Founder and CEO of The Opt-In, a certified B Corporation transforming workplace cultures through equity-centered leadership.

Aurora shares her journey as a first-generation Afro-Latina from Texas and Mexico, reflecting on how her upbringing, values, and family shaped her work in advocacy, business, and belonging. Together, Bree and Aurora discuss the power of self-awareness, the importance of rest in sustainable advocacy, and how imagination can guide social change.

Aurora also speaks about her role as an advisor for Latinas in Beauty, a nonprofit expanding representation and leadership opportunities for Latina entrepreneurs and executives in the beauty industry.

Listen to learn:

• How to lead with love and integrity
• What it means to “opt in” to your humanity
• The power of values, courage, and curiosity in building authentic impact

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What does it truly take to drive social change — locally and globally?

In this powerful live-recorded episode of The Social Impact Podcast, host Bree Jensen moderates a conversation with four inspiring leaders at Pepperdine University’s Social Enterprise Collective in Washington, D.C. Together, they unpack the real meaning of advocacy, how change begins, and how to stay in the fight even when the issues feel overwhelming.

Featured Speakers:

• Demara Catlett – Executive Vice President, Bryson Gillette Advocacy
• Allison Wheeler – Senior Director of Global Health Advocacy, United Nations Foundation
• Isabel Carlotta Robbie – Senior Staff Attorney for Latin America, Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights
• Allison Gilmore – Program Manager, John Lewis Young Leaders, Robert F. Kennedy Human Rights
• Moderator: Bree Jensen – Host, The Social Impact Podcast and Founder of The Social Impact Firm

Topics include grassroots activism, global health policy, youth-led advocacy, strategic litigation, and real-world case studies ranging from Brazil’s Indigenous movement to corporate accountability campaigns. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your impact, this conversation offers practical advice and powerful encouragement.

Presented in partnership with:
Pepperdine University’s Master’s in Social Entrepreneurship and Change

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In this episode of The Social Impact Podcast, we sit down with therapist, writer, and DEI advocate Carla Haskins to discuss the evolving landscape of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and how to keep pushing forward despite challenges. Carla shares insights from her time at Rice University’s School of Architecture, her journey in mental health counseling, and the intersection of social change and resilience.

We explore the importance of radical consistency in living our values, the power of community building, and why now is the time to mobilize for justice, not retreat. Carla also offers practical advice on navigating difficult spaces, avoiding burnout, and staying committed to equity work—no matter the obstacles.

Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation on breaking barriers, building bridges, and owning your brilliance in every space.

🎧 Listen now and join the movement for meaningful change!

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In this episode, guest host Arielle Estoria sits down with Bree Jensen, founder of The Social Impact Firm, who shares a deeply personal account of loss and recovery after the Eaton fire claimed her family home. Bree details the emotional and logistical challenges of delayed FEMA housing, insurance complications, and the financial strain of temporary living—all while highlighting the unwavering resilience of the Pasadena community.

Their candid conversation underscores how neighbors, local businesses, and community leaders are uniting to rebuild and foster long-term disaster preparedness.

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In this episode of The Social Impact Podcast, host Bree Jensen interviews Simone Price, a seasoned leader in social impact and an advocate for equity and access. With over 15 years of experience across technology, entertainment, and media arts education, Simone shares her career journey, which spans nonprofit work and corporate social responsibility (CSR) at top organizations.

Simone discusses her early education and how she discovered her passion for CSR through mentorship while at university. She reflects on the landscape of social impact in 2008 and the evolution of CSR as companies began to recognize the importance of integrating social responsibility into their core missions.

Throughout the conversation, Simone emphasizes the growing trend of aligning social impact roles with business functions, highlighting opportunities for professionals to contribute to meaningful corporate change. She also addresses the importance of education in fostering the next generation of innovators, advocating for more integrated career technical education and partnerships between schools and industries.

As the episode wraps up, Simone offers valuable insights for nonprofits looking to establish connections with larger corporations, emphasizing the importance of relationships and strategic outreach. Listeners leave with a deeper understanding of the evolving landscape of social impact and the critical role education plays in shaping future leaders.
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