The Savvy Giving Gal Podcast

Written by: Melissa Turilli Smith
  • Summary

  • The Savvy Giving Gal Podcast features inspiring conversations with community changemakers and explores the defining moments of their lives! You'll hear stories, practical advice, and tips you won't find anywhere else.​ Each week, I sit down with influential entrepreneurs, philanthropists, creators, and experts whose careers or passion projects have made a meaningful impact on their communities and the people they serve. Together, we explore the power of generosity and uncover the secrets of positivity. The challenge for everyone is to find small acts of kindness in your life and spread them to others. Get ready to laugh, cry, find true meaning, be shocked at times, and come away feeling energized with the notion that you, too, can make a difference in the world around you.

    © 2024 The Savvy Giving Gal Podcast
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Episodes
  • Dr. Karrie Heneman, PhD - Prioritizing Family Meals, Embracing Nutrient-Dense Foods, and Teaching Kids Healthy Choices
    Dec 16 2024

    I was thrilled to sit down with the incredible Dr. Karrie Heneman for this episode! Dr. Karrie, a PhD in nutrition with a deep passion for healthy living, shares her wisdom and enthusiasm about leading a healthier, more fulfilling life.

    We discuss her impactful work teaching nutrition to moms in the food stamps nutrition education program and how she continues her mission to help families eat nutritiously and affordably through her platform, Family Meals First. Grounded in Karrie's values of kindness, community, and eating well, this resource supports families nationwide and reflects her dedication both in one-on-one sessions and her online community.

    Karrie emphasizes the power of gathering around the table with loved ones and the human connection fostered through family meals. She passionately reminds us to nourish our bodies with wholesome food, prioritize our health, and surround ourselves with people who uplift and inspire us. If you're eager for simple, practical steps to nurture your well-being and create a life filled with positivity and fulfillment, this episode is for you!

    To connect with Dr. Karrie Heneman, PhD click HERE

    To connect with Family Meals First click HERE

    To connect with Melissa Turilli Smith click HERE

    Read more about the show on the Savvy Giving Gal website click HERE

    Dr. Heneman is also generously offering a 20% discount off a 1:1 session with her. This includes a one hour chat, follow up email, and membership to my online community. Use the code SAVVY when booking an appointment on her website www.familymealsfirst.com.

    This episode is sponsored by eCosmetics. Shop eCosmetics and use the code SAVVY at checkout for 25% off your purchase

    This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp, is an online therapy service that makes it easy to get the help you, or your family, needs from the comfort of your own home. For listeners of the Savvy Giving Gal Podcast, you’ll get 10% off your first month of therapy when you use the link betterhelp.com/savvy

    This episode is sponsored by All Business Class. Book travel using the promo code SAVVY, they will include complimentary black car airport transfers, letting you reach your destination in style.

    To connect with my Associate Producer Tanya Dublin click HERE

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    50 mins
  • Shani Hall - Turning Celebrations Into Opportunities for Giving: Party In-Kindness, Golden Vibe Events, and Navigating Life’s Changing Tides
    Dec 2 2024

    In this inspiring episode, I sit down with Shani Hall, the co-founder of Party In-Kindness and owner of Golden Vibe Events. Shani is a mother, creative visionary, and an advocate for meaningful community impact through events that inspire and empower.

    Together, Shani and I, along with the Party In-Kindness community, have made a profound difference, donating over 45,000 essential items to local nonprofits in the Bay Area. We’ve raised more than $160,000 to provide food, toys, clothing, toiletries, backpacks, and more to those in need. Through transforming 261 celebrations into opportunities for giving, hosting 79 fundraising events, and organizing 40 family volunteer activities, we’ve touched the lives of over 800 children, fostering a new generation of givers.

    In this conversation, we delve into how personal and professional growth intertwines with a passion for giving. Shani shares her journey, including the milestones and challenges that have shaped her path. We’ll also discuss practical ways to incorporate kindness into daily life, offer advice for navigating life’s changes, and reflect on how motherhood has profoundly influenced our approach to philanthropy and personal development.

    This episode is a testament to the power of community, creativity, and compassion to inspire lasting change. Tune in for heartfelt stories, actionable insights, and a golden vibe that will leave you feeling uplifted and motivated, like it has me for years!

    To connect with Shani Hall click HERE

    To connect with Golden Vibe Events click HERE

    To connect with Party In-Kindness click HERE

    To connect with Melissa Turilli Smith click HERE

    Read more about the show on the Savvy Giving Gal website click HERE

    This episode is sponsored by eCosmetics. Shop eCosmetics and use the code SAVVY at checkout for 25% off your purchase

    This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp, is an online therapy service that makes it easy to get the help you, or your family, needs from the comfort of your own home. For listeners of the Savvy Giving Gal Podcast, you’ll get 10% off your first month of therapy when you use the link betterhelp.com/savvy

    This episode is sponsored by All Business Class. Book travel using the promo code SAVVY, they will include complimentary black car airport transfers, letting you reach your destination in style.

    To connect with my Associate Producer Tanya Dublin click HERE

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    42 mins
  • Andi Callaway - Transforming Pain into Purpose, Building a Community of Support, and Inspiring Future Generations
    Nov 18 2024

    In this week’s episode, I sit down with Andi Callaway, president and founder of The Nephrotic Syndrome Foundation, a nonprofit born from a deeply personal mission after her son Wilson’s diagnosis. Recognizing a crucial need in her community, Andi embarked on a journey to offer meaningful support and encouragement to patients and families navigating Nephrotic Syndrome, creating transformative programs that now benefit people around the world.

    We delve into Andi’s background, her experiences in the nonprofit sector, and her personal connection to Nephrotic Syndrome, uncovering the ways these have shaped her incredible ability to rally a community for a cause.

    Throughout our conversation, you’ll see how Andi’s organization has grown to touch countless lives, all fueled by her unwavering dedication to her son and those affected globally. You’ll be inspired by Andi’s practical insights on uniting family, friends, and community to drive lasting, positive change in the lives of those around you.

    To connect with Andi Callaway click HERE

    To connect with Nephrotic Syndrome Foundation click HERE

    To connect with Melissa Turilli Smith click HERE

    Read more about the show on the Savvy Giving Gal website click HERE

    This episode is sponsored by eCosmetics.

    Shop eCosmetics and use the code SAVVY at checkout for 25% off your purchase

    This episode is sponsored by All Business Class

    Book travel using the promo code SAVVY, they will include complimentary black car airport transfers, letting you reach your destination in style.

    To connect with my Associate Producer Tanya Dublin click HERE

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    51 mins

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