From Issues to Action

Phillipe: Inequality, bigotry, violence, epidemics, climate change. ⁓ so many so much ⁓ bad news. may find yourself dreading the next headline or social media post. You want to stay informed. but you also want to stay sane. What if you could be informed and inspired? One way is by hearing stories about the positive difference people are making in the world. I've been an educator for many years. A question that students ask repeatedly is, what can we do? I've come to realize that when they ask that question, students aren't just looking for answers. They are looking for hope. I now make sure that every issue we cover includes examples of people taking action to address it. What I've found is that these stories are therapeutic. It occurred to me that many are asking the same question as my students. A new podcast, From Issues to Action, aims to bring what I've been doing in the classroom to a wider audience. I'm your host, Philippe Copeland. Each month, starting on May 1st, 2026, From Issues to Action will feature conversations with scholars, educators, leaders, artists, and everyday people. We'll explore what we can do about the issues we face. I've seen the power of these stories. I look forward to sharing that power with you.