Do Something More Podcast

09/01/2026

The other day my 9 year old told me matter of factly, “Mom I’m pretty sure you’re the most famous person in our whole family.”

I replied, “Oh really? Why do you think that?”

And then he said, “Well every time we go somewhere you always say hi to somebody. And you have your podcast.”

😆😀 Oh man, I love that kid.

I do say hi to people a lot but, while it is slowly growing, I don’t think my podcast is making me famous any time soon. And that’s ok. :)

I say on the podcast all the time that even small acts of kindness and service matter, that we should never discount what we have to offer even if it feels tiny, and that we really can make a difference in our own circles every day.

I absolutely believe that and I try to live it too. Especially with my podcast.

It warms my heart to see I have people listening from all over. But I also loved seeing this stat because two of my top cities in 2025 (Payson and Salem) are right where I live and I know it’s because there are many people who know me who choose to listen to my podcast. What a blessing to have the people you interact with so willing to support the good you’re trying to do.

I hope you can see that in the good you are trying to do too! It makes a difference. It matters.

And thank you for every listen and download, it truly means the world to me. ♥️

08/01/2026

What if your New Year’s resolutions focused less on doing more for yourself and more on doing a little more for others?

In this first episode of 2026, I’m sharing why service-focused resolutions matter—and simple, sustainable ways to give back without overwhelm. From slowing down in daily interactions to using your words, time, and talents for good, these small shifts can make a big difference.

If you’re looking for meaningful goals, simple ways to serve, or a fresh perspective on giving and receiving, this episode is for you. 🤍

23/12/2025

The next couple weeks will be fun and busy for most of us. Whether you’re cleaning in preparation for visitors, baking in the kitchen, or traveling to visit family…having a good podcast to listen to can make it even better! 🙂

Here are some options for you with the 5 most listened to episodes this last year for the ‘Do Something More’ podcast. If you haven’t heard them yet, they are all great organizations and people I loved learning from, and I know you will too.

You can find any of them by searching for ‘Do Something More’ wherever you get your podcasts.

Let Grow
My Story Matters
Utah County Sheriff Search and Rescue

21/12/2025

Merry Christmas! 🎄🎁

18/12/2025

After the first performance of the Messiah, a patron came up and complimented Handel on the ‘excellent entertainment’, and this was Handel’s response.

I think it’s a perfect Christmas message too. In all the to do lists, and traditions, and going going going, I hope I can remember the true ‘reason for the season’. To share the hope and message of Christ’s love through it all.

If you want to hear more about the story behind Handel’s Messiah and the good that first performance really did accomplish, you can listen to my latest episode of the podcast. Find it through the links in my social media or by searching for ‘Do Something More’ wherever you get your podcasts.

16/12/2025

My latest podcast episode will get you in the Christmas spirit as you hear the story behind Handel’s Messiah. My guest, Connie Manwaring, beautifully shares so many fascinating details, along with the fact that the original performance of this oratorio was done to completely benefit charity.

Connie continues this tradition today with her nonprofit the Nebo Holiday Chorus and Orchestra. They perform the entire Messiah every Christmas season, and invite those who come to donate to the local charity the chorus sponsors each year.

Listen to the podcast to learn more! You can find it through the links in my social media or by searching for ‘Do Something More’ wherever you get your podcasts.

11/12/2025

This episode will get you in the Christmas spirit!

I sat down with Connie Manwaring, Manager and President of the Nebo Holiday Chorus and Orchestra, to talk about the incredible charitable history of Handel’s Messiah and how this nonprofit continues that legacy today.

From raising money for local needs to creating community, their work is a beautiful reminder that service can sound a lot like music. 🎶

Nebo Holiday Chorus and Orchestra

Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/do-something-more-nonprofit-spotlights-ways-to-serve/id1676139918?i=1000740883885

09/12/2025

My latest episode of the podcast is really educational and eye-opening as my guest, Hayley Smith, the Founder and CEO of Lifting Hands International, shares about the realities many refugees face and how her nonprofit works to help lift affected communities and families.

Listen to hear the heartfelt story of why Hayley decided to start this nonprofit and more about the good humanitarian work they do.

You can find it through the links in my social media or by searching for ‘Do Something More’ wherever you get your podcasts.

07/12/2025

05/12/2025

Make your favorite nonprofit’s Christmas dreams come true this year with this one simple gesture. ☝️

I loved this tidbit my guest on the podcast shared this week. You can hear more and learn about the good work she does with refugees around the world through her nonprofit Lifting Hands International. Listen through the links in my social media or by searching for ‘Do Something More’ wherever you get your podcasts.

04/12/2025

In this week’s podcast episode I sit down with Hayley Smith, founder and CEO of Lifting Hands International, a nonprofit dedicated to providing meaningful, needs-based aid to refugees around the world.

Hayley shares the eye-opening story of how a two-week volunteer trip to Greece opened her eyes to the realities of the global refugee crisis and inspired her to begin an organization that now supports displaced families in multiple countries. From chaotic camps in Greece to community-centered livestock programs in Jordan, Hayley takes us inside the world of humanitarian work, refugee support, and what it truly means to offer help in ways that actually matter.

This conversation is both educational and deeply inspiring, and I also loved how Hayley reminds us at the end that even small, regular donations to nonprofits can make a difference.

Listen here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/do-something-more-nonprofit-spotlights-ways-to-serve/id1676139918?i=1000739733536

Lifting Hands International

01/12/2025

This picture is from the latest meeting of the Utah Valley chapter of ‘100 Women Who Care.’ At these meetings, we listen to three nonprofits present and vote on one to donate the over $10,000 we collect in donations. Each member of the chapter commits to donating $100 each quarter, and collectively those come together to create a big impact for many nonprofits in our community.

This last quarter we heard from , , and Utah County Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 31. We also heard from , last quarter’s winner.

I’m resharing the podcast episode this week I did on ‘100 Women Who Care’. It’s what convinced me to join, and might do the same for you. :)

You can give it a listen through the links in my profile or by searching for ‘Do Something More’ wherever you get your podcasts.