Make the Leap
Make the Leap focuses on the many economic hurdles facing college students, lower-income individuals, and those striving to move up the social ladder. Hosts George Grayeb, Brad Constant, and Kristen Beal pay special attention to social mobility, career opportunities and the support that people need along the way.
Podcasting since 2022 • 20 episodes
Make the Leap
Latest Episodes
Persistence: Making the Leap When Everything Works Against You
Persistence isn't just about pushing through minor inconveniences—sometimes it's about walking four miles to work when you can't afford bus fare, studying during lunch breaks, and refusing to let homelessness define your children's future.<...
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Housing Insecurity and Homelessness: Changing The Narrative
Ever wondered how the United States can better address the homelessness crisis? This episode of "Make the Leap" promises eye-opening insights as we welcome Kelsey Fox, the dedicated Director of Housing and Community Solutions at the United Way ...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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Empowering Foster Children: The Ross Last-Dollar Grant for Foster Children
Curious about how a debt-free education could transform the lives of foster children? In this episode of "Make the Leap," Brad Constant, George Grayeb, and Kristen Beal introduce the Ross Last-Dollar Grant for Foster Children, a last-dollar gra...
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Our Foster Care Journey: The Inspiring Story of Beth Dock-Henschen
What if the shortage of foster homes could be solved by one inspiring story? Join us as we tackle the foster care crisis, sharing the compelling journey of Beth Dock-Henschen. Learn how a close friend's impact led Beth to open her heart and hom...
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The Net Below the Net: Millions in America Count on Free Medical Clinics
How do free and charitable medical clinics manage to provide essential healthcare services to millions of Americans with little to no federal or state funding? Join us on this episode of Make the Leap as we uncover the invaluable role these cli...
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