What becomes possible when we stop waiting for permission to make a difference and start believing in the power of our own voices? In this episode of Love on Record, Pooja Tilvawala, founder of Youth Climate Collaborative, shares how her family's history of activism, her passion for community development, and a desire to create a better world inspired her to build a global movement empowering young people to take action on climate change.

Pooja takes us inside the work of Youth Climate Collaborative, an organization dedicated to equipping individuals and communities with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become effective climate advocates. She highlights the organization's media training initiative during New York Climate Week, where, with support from a Let's Choose Love grant, participants gained valuable tools to communicate climate issues and inspire action within their communities. She also reflects on the importance of having people believe in your vision, sharing how an early $60,000 funding opportunity helped transform an idea into an organization reaching communities around the world.

Throughout the conversation, Pooja challenges the belief that young people must wait until they have more experience, recognition, or resources before creating meaningful change. From navigating the uncertainties of founding a nonprofit in her twenties to learning how to overcome self-doubt and external expectations, she reminds listeners that impact isn't always measured by the size of an audience or the applause received. Sometimes, the greatest change begins with one conversation, one courageous decision, or the willingness to keep showing up when the results aren't immediately visible.

Pooja leaves us with a powerful reminder: "Don't say no to yourself." Whether it's applying for an opportunity, sharing an idea, or standing up for something you believe in, she encourages us to give ourselves permission to try. It's a conversation about courage, community, self-belief, and recognizing that choosing love also means caring for the planet and the generations who will inherit it.

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Follow Youth Climate Collaborative to learn more about their global climate initiatives, youth leadership opportunities, media training programs, and ways to get involved in creating a healthier, more sustainable future.

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What becomes possible when we stop defining success by how far someone goes and start celebrating the courage it takes simply to show up? In this episode of Love on Record, Andrew Florence shares how nearly 13 years of working with young people in the foster care and child welfare space led him to combine two things he deeply values: helping people feel well and creating meaningful experiences through outdoor adventure.

Andrew takes us inside the work behind Miracle Heights Adventures and the development of its Adaptive for Allprogramming, where individuals with varying physical abilities are given opportunities to participate in climbing, ropes courses, zip lines, and other adventure experiences. With support from a Let’s Choose Love grant, his team was able to purchase specialized adaptive equipment designed to remove barriers and create more accessible opportunities for participants. Pasted text

Throughout the conversation, Andrew challenges the idea that accomplishment has to look the same for everyone. Whether someone puts on a harness, reaches the top of a climbing wall, rides the zip line three times, or simply discovers that heights are not for them, every experience offers an opportunity for growth, self-discovery, and celebration. He also introduces the powerful idea of “challenge by choice,” reminding us that people deserve the agency to decide what challenge looks like for them.

Andrew leaves us with an unexpected lesson about love: stay curious. He shares how curiosity can help move us away from fear and toward exploration, connection, and possibility. It’s a conversation about accessibility, agency, courage, and creating spaces where people are reminded that what has happened to them does not have to determine what happens next.

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Follow Crossnore Communities to learn more about their work supporting children and families, creating opportunities for healing and growth, and expanding access to meaningful experiences through programs like Miracle Heights Adventures.

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Pregnancy and birth can be some of life’s most beautiful experiences, but no one should have to navigate them feeling unheard, unsupported, or alone. In this episode of Love on Record, Lakisa Muhammad, founder and CEO of Black Birth Equity Now and a retired midwife, shares how her own experiences as a mother became the catalyst for more than two decades of advocacy, education, and service in maternal health.

From learning to advocate for herself during a high-risk twin pregnancy to supporting families as a birth worker and midwife, Lakisa reveals why informed consent, shared decision-making, compassionate care, and community are so important throughout the birthing journey. She also shares the heart behind the Love Notes Project, an initiative supported by Let’s Choose Love that transformed handwritten messages of encouragement from community members into 50 bundles of love for Black birthing families.

It’s a powerful conversation about turning lived experience into purpose, creating systems of care where families feel seen and supported, and remembering that even the smallest expression of love can have a lasting impact. Lakisa leaves us with a simple but powerful reminder: give love freely, because the more love we put into the world, the more it has the opportunity to multiply.

Stay Connected with Black Birth Equity Now

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Follow Black Birth Equity Now to learn more about their work supporting culturally relevant care, workforce development, community-based research, advocacy, and healthier outcomes for Black birthing families.

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What happens when one moment of courage grows into a movement?

In this episode of Love on Record, we sit down with Evan Mawarire, a Zimbabwean movement builder, changemaker, and founder of the #ThisFlag Citizens Movement. What began with a four-minute video speaking out against poverty, corruption, and injustice grew into a movement that helped everyday citizens find their voices, overcome fear, and organize nonviolently for change.

Evan shares what it means to choose courage in the face of uncertainty, to build something bigger than yourself, and to serve without needing recognition or anything in return. From organizing peaceful campaigns to facing arrest and imprisonment, his journey reminds us that some of the most powerful movements begin with one person deciding that a moment cannot simply pass without action.

This conversation explores purpose, sacrifice, courage, community, and the deep fulfillment that comes from knowing your life has been useful beyond yourself.

Love on Record is a call to action for a movement to embrace empathy, cultivate kindness, and spread love in our own communities. Let’s turn up the volume and make love the soundtrack of our lives. Join us on Love on Record and be part of the movement!

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Most companies overlook their most powerful growth potential by sticking to routine approaches. Dan Miller, founder of Fifth Pillar Consulting, reveals a refreshing, game-changing strategy rooted in experiential learning, music, and joy - one that fuels both personal transformation and community impact. In this episode of Love on Record, Dan shares how years of outdoor adventure, music, and facilitation shaped his unique approach to leadership and education, emphasizing contribution over consumption and joy over conformity. You’ll discover how experiential environments can unlock hidden talents, foster empathy, and spark positive change in yourself and others. Dan also breaks down the power of invitation, how to move through fear and vulnerability, and why emotional intelligence is essential for creating lasting, human-centered impact.

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Connect With Dan Miller

Website: fifthpillarconsulting.com

Email: dan@fifthpillarconsulting.com

LinkedIn: Dan Miller

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Welcome to Love on Record, where we share inspiring stories from everyday heroes. Each episode, we chat with amazing folks making a difference through acts of kindness. From volunteers to educators, we show how love shines in our world. Love on Record is a call to action for a movement to embrace empathy, cultivate kindness, and spread love in our own communities.

Most teenagers don’t launch a global nonprofit before their 18th birthday - but Maya Hammoud did just that, transforming her passion for neurodiversity into a movement that has impacted more than 365,000 lives across 20 countries. At just 17, Maya shares the unstoppable power of youth-led social impact, and how she and her sister built affordable, scalable sensory rooms that are changing perceptions and reducing bullying everywhere from Michigan schools to international community centers. In this episode of Love on Record, you’ll discover the groundbreaking model behind their work, lowering sensory room costs by an astonishing 96.7% and making neurodiversity-affirming spaces accessible worldwide. Maya also reflects on how a simple friendship with Dylan, a classmate with autism, sparked a movement that has grown into hundreds of sensory kits, inclusive events, and curriculum initiatives introducing thousands of children to neurodiversity at a young age. It’s an inspiring conversation about empathy, innovation, and what’s possible when young people choose love and lead with purpose.

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Learn more and connect with us @ ⁠letschooselove.org⁠

Welcome to Love on Record, where we share inspiring stories from everyday heroes. Each episode, we chat with amazing folks making a difference through acts of kindness. From volunteers to educators, we show how love shines in our world. Love on Record is a call to action fora movement to embrace empathy, cultivate kindness, and spread love in our own communities.

Unlock the transformative power of fatherhood and how a single belief can change countless lives. When one man came to believe that every child deserves a loving, present father, he dedicated his life to making that vision real. In this episode of Love on Record, Dr. Glenn Warren shares his deeply personal journey, from growing up with a strong father figure, to witnessing the devastation caused by father absence, to stepping into the role himself as a single dad. His story is a powerful testament to how love, perseverance, and innovative programs can rebuild the foundation of families and communities, one dad at a time. Dr. Warren also unpacks the staggering statistics around father incarceration, the ripple effects on children, and why addressing this root issue can reduce crime, school dropouts, and violence. It’s a moving conversation about responsibility, healing, and choosing love where it’s needed most.

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Connect With Dr. Glen Warren

Website: afatherforever.com

Email: glenwarren@afatherforever.com

Facebook: Fathers Forever

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Learn more and connect with us @ ⁠letschooselove.org⁠

Welcome to Love on Record, where we share inspiring stories from everyday heroes. Each episode, we chat with amazing folks making a difference through acts of kindness. From volunteers to educators, we show how love shines in our world. Love on Record is a call to action fora movement to embrace empathy, cultivate kindness, and spread love in our own communities.

The key to transforming lives in education isn’t just about resources - it’s about passion, resilience, and truly understanding the underserved. Dr. Shanika Jackson shares how her relentless drive, shaped by her journey from Chicago’s Englewood neighborhood to founding Off to College, Inc, is changing what’s possible for students nationwide. In this episode of Love on Record, Dr. Jackson walks us through the real, behind-the-scenes impact of her work - helping students earn scholarships, complete college, and navigate the often-overlooked hurdles of higher education. Along the way, you’ll hear powerful insights on community involvement, tracking educational outcomes, and how small, intentional acts of care can lead to life-changing impact. It’s an inspiring conversation about persistence and choosing love through education.

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Connect With Dr. Shenika Jackson

Website: offtocollegeinc.org

Email: sjackson@offtocollegeinc.org

LinkedIn: offtocollegeinc

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♡ Brought to you by Let's Choose Love ♡

Learn more and connect with us @ ⁠letschooselove.org⁠

Welcome to Love on Record, where we share inspiring stories from everyday heroes. Each episode, we chat with amazing folks making a difference through acts of kindness. From volunteers to educators, we show how love shines in our world. Love on Record is a call to action fora movement to embrace empathy, cultivate kindness, and spread love in our own communities.