The Raw Vibe Podcast, host Chuck Tuck sits down with Suzanne Smith for a powerful conversation on philanthropy, community, and social impact in a digitally driven world. Together, they challenge the myth that giving back is reserved for the wealthy and show how everyday acts of gratitude, kindness, and local activism can create meaningful social change.

This episode explores the emotional cost of doom scrolling, the importance of genuine human connection, and the concept of social alchemy—understanding community needs before attempting solutions. Chuck and Suzanne also discuss how to identify trustworthy nonprofits, why social change requires patience, and how businesses can play a vital role in giving back and driving positive change.

If you care about community, activism, nonprofits, and making a real difference—this conversation will inspire you to choose connection, compassion, and purpose in your daily life.

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00:00 Introduction to Philanthropy and Giving Back

01:18 The Importance of Community Connection

03:59 The Impact of Technology on Social Interaction

06:33 Practical Ways to Give Back

09:09 The Role of Gratitude in Philanthropy

11:42 Social Alchemy: Architecting Change

14:41 Finding Trustworthy Nonprofits

17:05 Addressing Big Social Issues

19:57 The Slow Process of Social Change

22:56 Activism and Community Engagement

25:26 Encouraging Philanthropy in Business

28:03 The Ripple Effect of Kindness

31:06 Conclusion: Choosing Connection and Light

In this powerful episode of The Raw Vibe Podcast, we dive deep into the transformative power of personal stories, exploring how sharing our experiences can illuminate the universal nature of pain, resilience, and healing. Through an honest and heartfelt conversation, we examine why every story—no matter how big or small—holds value and can help us better understand ourselves and others.Listeners are invited to embrace vulnerability as a strength, recognizing their scars as symbols of bravery, growth, and self-acceptance. This episode is a reminder that healing is not linear, and true strength often comes from acknowledging our struggles and allowing them to shape us in meaningful ways. Tune in for an inspiring dialogue that encourages deeper reflection, emotional courage, and a renewed commitment to mental and emotional well-being.A True Story of Pain, Faith, & Redemption00:00 Childhood Trauma and Resilience00:34 NEWCHAPTER03:59 The Fire Incident and Its Aftermath06:50 Adoption and New Family Dynamics09:22 Faith and Spirituality in Healing12:24 Abuse in the Adoptive Family15:32 The Impact of Isolation and Abuse18:28 Forgiveness and Moving Forward21:28 The Importance of Sharing Stories24:25 Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts🎧 Tune in to The Raw Vibe Podcast for open, real, and transformative conversations that matter.⁠visit: TheRawVibe.comvisit the guest: www.avonleylightsttone.com

On the day he graduated from college, he didn’t get a job offer or a celebration trip.
He got a draft notice.
Within 30 days, he would trade his cap and gown for a flight suit, and step into a war he thought would be over long before he ever saw combat.

By 1972, he was flying A-6 jets out of Thailand into Vietnam every single day—bombing by day to protect troops on the ground, and hunting supply trucks by night.
Seven of his closest squadron buddies never came home.
Fifty-five thousand Americans died, and when it all ended, it felt like the country simply walked away.

He came back from Vietnam bitter, silent, and carrying memories he rarely shared with anyone.
And then, years later, his mother got cancer.
On a visit home to Iowa, he asked her a simple question:
‘Mom… did you ever save any of those letters I sent you from the war?’

What she told him next—and what he found in a dusty box in the attic—changed the way he remembered everything.
This is Letters to Mom.

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