In this episode of The Hope Matrix Podcast, host Kathryn Goetzke sits down with Elad Talmor, a cognitive behavioral psychologist based in Israel, to discuss his work in empowering and teaching teens about Hope amidst challenging circumstances, like war. Elad shares insights from his experience working with teenagers in Israel, who are grappling with the aftermath of the October service massacre and ongoing tensions in the region.

Through his workshops and counseling sessions, Elad helps these young people cultivate hope by teaching them practical skills to navigate stress and adversity. He emphasizes the importance of personalized goal-setting and resilience-building techniques, highlighting the positive impact it has on the teenagers he works with,

Join Kathryn and Elad as they explore the power of hope in the face of adversity and the transformative potential of empowering youth to create change in their own lives and communities.

Learn about the Hopeful Minds Program at https://hopefulminds.org/.

Get a copy of the Hopeful Minds Teen Hopeguide: https://theshinehopecompany.com/teen-hopeguide/

This is a special episode of The Hope Matrix Podcast featuring Zoya Awan, Director of Public Affairs at Walmart. Zoya Awan directs the strategic outreach and engagement strategy for Walmart’s strategic partnerships within multicultural and minority communities including People with Disabilities, Native Americans, and Emerging Generations across communities.

In this episode, Zoya and Kathryn Goetkze had a Chai Chat, and shared the progress of the International Day Of Hope and discussed its significance in promoting mental well-being. They also discussed how to Shine Hope, and why it is important to activate in diverse communities.

This recording was done in partnership with Walmart's #CreateSparks, which is a platform imagined by Walmart to inspire leaders to take action.

Recorded at the Sam’s Club Home Office Studio, we extend our gratitude to Sam’s Club for making this episode possible, along with our appreciation to Zoya and Walmart for their invaluable contributions to activating hope, both within their workplace and on the International Day of Hope.

More about Zoya Awan:

Prior to Zoya’s work at Walmart, Zoya worked at Microsoft in Government Affairs, in the State Department’s office of the Special Representative for Afghanistan and Pakistan and various non-profits. Zoya has an MBA from Georgetown University and her B.A. in International Affairs and Communication Studies from American University.

Zoya is a proud Pakistani-American Muslim woman and an explorer who loves to travel and explore all things in the world. Zoya is passionate about giving a voice to the voiceless and building partnerships to work across sectors to make an impact in communities. Born and Raised in Long Island, New York a longtime Washingtonian Zoya currently resides with her family in New York.

Discover more about Walmart and Sam's Clubhouse initiatives:

• Walmart: corporate.walmart.com
• Sam's Clubhouse: corporate.walmart.com/about/samsclub/clubhouse

Join the movement and activate hope with the International Day of Hope:

• https://internationaldayofhope.org/

In this episode of The Hope Matrix Podcast, we explore the inspiring journey of Grace Ramirez, a chef, dedicated humanitarian, educator, author, and TV personality.

Chef Grace Ramirez takes us on a captivating journey from her humble beginnings to becoming a trailblazer in higher education representation with Latina Cuisine. She shares her experiences, highlighting the importance of trust, perseverance, and seizing unexpected opportunities. Emphasizing mentorship, divine inspiration, and inclusivity, Chef Grace reveals how she creates space at the table for others.

Discover Chef Grace's remarkable story of hope, determination, and unwavering commitment to making a difference. Through her work, she not only transforms recipes but also lives, empowering individuals to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams.

Host Kathryn Goetzke reflects on the significance of Chef Grace's narrative in activating hope and empowering individuals, particularly young Latina women. Tune in to uncover the transformative power of passion, purpose, and unwavering belief in making a positive impact on the world.

Chef Grace was part of the production team behind the first-of-its kind Day of the Dead celebration at Times Square, and was awarded the “Excellence in Philanthropy” recognition at the Grace Awards 2023 by St. Anne’s Corner of Harm Reduction. She was also featured by CherryBombe's 100 most Influential Women in Hospitality, People En Español’s Most Powerful Latina in 2021, recognized as a Covid-19 Hero by the City of New York, and honored by the Puerto Rican Bar Association with the Distinguished Latina Star Award for volunteer efforts with World Central Kitchen.

Find out more about Chef Grace Ramirez: www.chefgraceramirez.com

Get a copy of her Cookbook: https://amzn.to/4d19iFA

Learn more about World Central Kitchen: https://wck.org/