Season 1
Jan. 30, 2024
Courage, Compassion, Change: Navigating the Season of Nonviolence
Welcome back to Fostering Compassion, the podcast that goes beyond thoughts and prayers to provide real support. In this episode, we dive into the power of nonviolence just in time for the Season of Nonviolence. Our last epi…
Jan. 23, 2024
Unpacking Poverty
In this episode focused on Poverty Awareness Month, Tibby discusses insights from Matthew Desmond's book " Poverty by America ," highlighting the cyclical challenges people who live in poverty face. The episode emphasizes th…
Jan. 16, 2024
Making a Difference: Finding Your Passion in Volunteer Work
In this engaging episode, Tibby takes you on a journey to discover the perfect volunteer opportunity that aligns with your values and interests. From sharing personal experiences with CASA to providing practical tips on choo…
Dec. 19, 2023
The Kids Aren't Alright
In this episode, Tibby discusses her personal experience and thoughts on the foster care system. She highlights the shortage of foster homes, unsuitable living conditions in some foster homes, and the issue of children slee…
Dec. 12, 2023
Our Capacity for Compassion & Nervous System State
Host Tibby Starks interviews guest Sarah Buffie, MSW, LSW of Soul Bird Consulting to discuss her five core convictions that have completely changed how she approaches relationships. These convictions include the understandin…
Dec. 5, 2023
The 75th Anniversary of The Declaration of Human Rights
December 10th marks the 75th anniversary of the Declaration of Human Rights. In this episode, host Tibby Starks interviews DEI, policy expert, and Master of Human Rights Dalveer Hargobind Kaur about her life and work. Togeth…
Nov. 28, 2023
Why Compassion?
Welcome to the first episode of Fostering Compassion! If you're looking for a podcast that bridges the gap between “sending thoughts and prayers” to actually providing support that people need, you've found the right one! In…
Nov. 28, 2023
Unhoused Youth
Hey ya'll, welcome back to Fostering Compassion! Did you know Homeless Youth Awareness Month is just wrapping up? In this episode, host Tibby Starks shines a light on this issue while dispelling a few myths about homelessnes…
Oct. 5, 2023
Fostering Compassion Trailer
Fostering Compassion is a radically compassionate show that inspires a community of listeners to practice daily compassion. We challenge ourselves to grow awareness in an effort to make a positive impact on our communities a…