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- 4 days ago59 min
The Forgotten Grievers with Evelyn Wald
Evelyn Wald joins this episode of Listen to the Helpers to share about her role as a grief support specialist with Tides Programs.Learn more about Tides Programs at https://tidesprogram.org/.Find grief support in your area through https://nacg.org/.Discover FRI resources around talking about difficult things and information about FRI speaking engagements at https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/resources.
- Aug 20, 202641 min
A Sense of Community
Join Sarah Goehring and Kenzee Knott for a reflection on the 2026 Work of Fred Rogers Conference.Learn more about the Work of Fred Rogers Conference at https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/the-work-of-fred-rogers-a-conference-on-his-context-and-legacy. Explore resources mentioned in this episode at https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/files/resources/160/sn2ep10.pdf.
- Aug 6, 202624 min
Kindness is Free with Alecko Fekos
Alecko Fekos, graduating senior from Saint Vincent College, joins this episode of Listen to the Helpers to share about his experience as a Fred Rogers Scholar and his plans to become a helper in law enforcement post-graduation. Learn more about the Fred Rogers Scholars Program at https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/fred-rogers-scholars-program.
- Jul 23, 20261h 0m
Legacy of Faith with Dr. Clarence E. Wright
Dr. Clarence E. Wright joins this episode of Listen to the Helpers to share his experiences as the Fred Rogers Institute and Pittsburgh Theological Seminary’s Fellow in Theology and Ministry, along with his many other roles as a helper. Learn more about the Fred Rogers Archive at https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/archiveExplore blog posts from Dr. Clarence E. Wright and other helpers at https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/fred-rogers-institute-publications
- Jul 9, 20261h 0m
Appreciation is a Holy Thing with Nathaniel Pettit
On this episode of Listen to the Helpers, Nathaniel Pettit explains his experiences as a researcher and Montessori educator, and explores ways that Fred Rogers has inspired his own work.Learn more about Educators’ Neighborhood at https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/educators-neighborhood.
- Jun 25, 202656 min
Creative Energy with Emily Uhrin
On this episode of Listen to the Helpers, Fred Rogers Archivist Emily Uhrin joins us for a conversation around creative energy inspired by an artifact from the Fred Rogers Archive. Learn more about the Fred Rogers Archive and contact Emily Uhrin with research requests at https://www.fredrogersinstitute.org/archive
- Jun 11, 202632 min
Play is the Real Therapy with Jennifer Sims
Jennifer Sims joins this episode of Listen to the Helpers to explore what it means to be a play therapist and opens up about her personal connection to the life and work of Fred Rogers. Learn more about The Redwood Center for Children and Families at https://www.theredwoodcenter.org/
- May 28, 202637 min
Doing the Quiet Work with Michael Tusay
Michael Tusay, Executive Director of Latrobe Art Center, joins this episode of Listen to the Helpers to talk about his role as a helper in the Latrobe community.Learn more about Latrobe Art Center at https://www.latrobeartcenter.org/. Learn more about visiting Latrobe during Mister Rogers Family Days at https://misterrogersfamilyday.org/. Find the Fred Rogers Trail at https://www.latrobeartcenter.org/fred-rogers-trail.Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1IGWEDJo32b6YdMoXskP6w?si=GHNmz_15SmacfsVpMOqjJgListen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/listen-to-the-helpers/id1853905504
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The Fred Rogers Institute advances the legacy of Fred Rogers by investing in the strengths of families and caring adults to support the healthy development of children. Join us as we elevate the voices of helpers to share their stories, while grounding conversation in the work of Fred Rogers.
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