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This podcast has
238 episodes
Language
EnglishPublisher
Teresa WymetalekExplicit
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Date created
2021/03/18
Latest episode
2026/10/19
Average duration
39 min.
Release period
15 days
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Just a mom looking for inspiration anywhere I can find it. My journey will cover people, groups and even animals that inspire me by making the world a better place. My search for inspiration often includes a number of tangents, but always focuses on finding goodness and kindness. Everyone can use some inspiration, come join us.
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Episode 237: Jacque Cousteau's Underwater World
2026/10/19
We are so behind on everything. Sorry for such a big delay in episodes. This episode though, is worth the wait. We talk about a triathlete who continues on despite a fatal diagnosis. Then we dive into the amazing world of explorer and activist, Jacques Cousteau. And finally, we talk about the Greensboro Four and how they helped the Civil Rights Movement spread across America. So much inspiration in this episode to top off your inspiration reserves.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
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Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 236: Liz Hauck and the Power of Cooking a Meal
2026/09/19
Welcome to Episode 236. There is a whole lot of inspiration waiting here for you in this episode. We talk about a Portland Police Office, Rashida Saunders, and her book Permission to Break which discusses that sometimes they is power in vulnerability. Then we look at LIz Hauk's book, Home Made, about the power of preparing a meal and showing up. Finally, we talk about a retired Japanese police officer who is still saving lives and making a difference. Prepare for inspiration!
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
Follow us on our social media:
Website: tangential-inspiration.com
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 235: The Unstoppable FTD Brothers - A License to Live
2026/09/12
Welcome to Episode 235. This is a big one, with lots of inspiration. A word of warning, you may want some tissues nearby, it's a bit of an emotional one, but all three stories will inspire. We start off with our send-off of the incredible Dolly Parton, then we talk about two brothers who are making it their goal to raise money and awareness to combat dementia, and finally, we talk about two sisters, who risked their lives to help Jews escape from Nazi Germany. There is a lot to unpack in this episode, but you will be glad you listened to it.
#EndALZ
#FightDementia
#DementiaAwareness
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
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Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 234: The Real Horse Whisperer - Buck Brannaman
2026/08/28
It's been a heck of a summer. We have a lot of inspiration to throw your way. We start off with a cheerleadering team that is defying stereotypes and doing amazing things (check out the Youtube link below). Next we talk about the incredible Buck Brannaman, a modern day cowboy who is helping change how people relate with their horses, and maybe each other. And finally, we share some lessons from a 3rd grade drop out that shows that wisdom and kindness do not have to be learned in school. It is a great way to refill your cup with some inspiration.
Brandon Gray and Ashlyn Pinner Video Link (MUST WATCH)!
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/y9xETH5YVwY
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
Follow us on our social media:
Website: tangential-inspiration.com
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 233: Chuck Yeager - Breaking Boundaries
2026/07/20
Hey we are back. Life has been crazy, but we wanted to get out an epsiode to give you a boost of inspiration. This episode is a little bit different, we are focusing on just one person, but this man's amazing life is certainly enough to carry an episode on its own. We are going to share about the amazing life of aviation pioneer, Chuck Yeager. This is an episode you won't want to miss.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
Follow us on our social media:
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 232: Saving the Planet with Arctic Reflections
2026/06/27
It has been a crazy week, so we are getting out this episode much later than we intended. But it is worth the wait! In this episode we will cover a round the world bike trip, a company using Arctic ice to cool the planet, and a follow up on Christina Tosi and her incredible attitude. Put those earphones in and take some time to refill your cup of inspiration.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
Follow us on our social media:
Website: tangential-inspiration.com
Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 231: The Unrelenting Erin Brockovich
2026/06/15
Summer is upon us. FInd a shady spot and cool off while getting inspired. We have some truly inspirational stories this week. We deep dive on the amazing advocacy of Erin Brockovich, who is still going strong. We also have a few more stories about celebrities speaking candidly about mental health and also things ordinary people are doing to help save endangered species. There is something for everyone in this episode.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
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Website: tangential-inspiration.com
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 230: Metallica - Charity is All Within My Hands
2026/06/06
You will love this episode, so much inspiration to be found. Teresa shares about a young girl who started changing the world when she was only four years old, the hard rocking metal band Metallica who has been a charity juggernaut for decades, and a retired school teacher who is quietly changing lives through bicycles. This episode is sure to refill your inspiration reserves and put a smile on your face.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
Follow us on our social media:
Website: tangential-inspiration.com
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 229: Celebrities Using Their Platforms to Support Mental Health
2026/05/23
Episode 229 is full of inspiration. We have the story of Sara Chapman and the Match Girl Strike which changed the world for workers. Then we have a smattering of celebs who are using their platforms to promote mental health and help eliminate the stigma of seeking help from mental health conditions. Finally, the bittersweet story of a mom who keeps running in memory of her daughter and is helping others along the way. There is a lot of inspiration to be found in this episode.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
Follow us on our social media:
Website: tangential-inspiration.com
Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 228: The Masaka Kids Africana - Dancing for Joy and Hope
2026/05/01
Welcome to episode 228! We have some great inspiration for you in this episode. We are still working out some sound issues, and hope to have that dialed in soon. This episode is filled with kids. We talk about some foster family success stories, a young man who started speaking out against bullying at the age of eight and is still going more than 15 years later, and the Masaka Kids Africana, a group of African children whose dance videos are funding a home for more than 200 children in Uganda. This episode will inspire you, but you also have to watch these kids dance. I guarantee it will put a smile on your face. You can find out more and see some of their dance videos at
www.masakakidsafricana.com.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 227: Robert Putnam and the Power of Joining
2026/04/24
Oh this is a good one. We have stories of people overcoming tragic backgrounds, an underdog Olympian who stunned the world, and the fascinating work of Robert Putnam and how joining a group can help improve your happiness, health, and even democracy. There is a lot of inspiration crammed into this episode.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
Follow us on our social media:
Website: tangential-inspiration.com
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 226: Cupcake Brown: A Story of Hope and Redemption
2026/04/17
Welcome to Episode 226! There is a lot to be inspired by in this episode. We have people doing amazing things to revive and protect coral reefs. We have the story of a woman's three decade long search for her missing son. Finally we have the story of Cupcake Brown (yes that is her name) who despite an incredibly hard life made something out of herself and now inspires others to do the same.
Warning: the Cupcake Brown story is not for little ears and may be triggering for some. But I promise it has a happy ending.
Come have a listen and walk away with some inspiration.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
Follow us on our social media:
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 225: The Hidden Power of Neurodivergence
2026/04/09
Sorry for the delay, we had some technical problems, which have impacted sound quality a little. Hopefully it is not to noticeable, because this episode has so much powerful inspiration. We are going to cover a life changing book and the story of a Black man who is dismantling the KKK one member at a time, then a bit about neurodivergence and how it can help change the world, and finally, the story of actor Gary Sinise and the incredible use of his fame to help wounded veterans and first responders. There is a lot in this episode, and you are sure to find something that will inspire you.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
Follow us on our social media:
Website: tangential-inspiration.com
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 224: Artemis 2 - The Heroic Return to Deep Space
2026/03/30
Need some inspiration? Come listen to this episode. You will find inspiration. We talk about a cookbook that celebrates the stories of imigrants told through food, then we talk about the Artemis 2 NASA program and the brave astronauts who are returning to the moon, and finally, we talk about actress Viola Davis whose harsh childhood memories have fueled her work as an activist against hunger.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
Follow us on our social media:
Website: tangential-inspiration.com
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
Episode 223: The Heroic Citizens of Ukraine
2026/03/23
Episode 223 is full of inspiration. We have a young woman feeding thousands of school kids in Africa, several incredible civilian heroes of Ukraine, and a double amputee triathlete who is a champion on and off the course. There is something here that will inspire everyone. Have a listen and get a heavy dose of inspiration.
#BeKind
#WeStandWithUkraine
We would love to hear from you. Send us your comments or even your own inspirational stories at [email protected].
Follow us on our social media:
Website: tangential-inspiration.com
Instagram: tangentialinspirationpodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tangentialinspiration
Twitter: https://twitter.com/TangentialInsp1
Produced and Edited by Craig Wymetalek
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This podcast will help me get through the dark days of the Trump administration. A breath of hope that there is still good in the world.
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