Dr. Moody talks with Major Michelle Lovegrove-Huggins, Mission Director at Strawberry Field in Liverpool. Strawberry Field has been in the care of The Salvation Army since the 1930s as a place that supports vulnerable young people and a site of spirituality and inspiration. This legacy continues with the current mission at Strawberry Field, which strives daily to give young people with learning disabilities and barriers to employment the chance to succeed, and honour the site that inspired John Lennon. For more info about the Programmes at Strawberry Field or how you can directly help the organization through Donations, please visit their website at strawberryfield.salvationarmy.org.uk. Guest intro provided by long-time friend of the Host, Mr. Michael Hunt.

Dr. Moody presents the final installment of the Spring ’26 cohort of episodes in his “Student Discovery” series which highlights selected student interviews from his Community Development & Leadership course that stand out for their depth and alignment with the themes of community leadership and engagement. This episode is the optimistic tale of how empathy and social bonding on the softball field help spread a little happiness throughout the community. Guest introduction is again presented by Mr. Josh Jones, Assistant Director of Student-Athletic Development at the University of South Alabama.

Dr. Moody presents the next installment of his “Student Discovery” series which highlights selected student interviews from his Community Development & Leadership course that stand out for their depth and alignment with the themes of community leadership and engagement. This episode is the optimistic tale of how empathy and social bonding on the softball field translates to leadership in the community. Guest introduction is presented by Mr. Josh Jones, Assistant Director of Student-Athletic Development at the University of South Alabama.

Dr. Moody presents the fourth installment of his recently created “Student Discovery” series which highlights selected student interviews from his Community Development & Leadership course. The episodes chosen for the Student Discovery series stand out for their depth and alignment with the themes of community leadership discussed in his course. This episode is the optimistic tale of how the luxury of time allows us to heal the land together in rebuilding our communities. Guest introduction is presented by Ms. Joni Hendee, Director of Marketing & Public Relations at DWCC.

Dr. Moody presents the 3rd installment of his newly created “Student Discovery” series--highlighting selected student interviews from his Community Development & Leadership course. The episodes chosen for the Student Discovery series stand out for their depth and alignment with the themes of community leadership discussed in his course. This episode is the optimistic tale of humility, patience, and a willingness to learn from the very people we are trying to support thru community engagement. Guest introduction is provided by E. Moody, II.

Dr. Moody presents the second installment of his newly created “Student Discovery” series which highlights selected student interviews from his Community Development & Leadership course. The episodes chosen for the Student Discovery series stand out for their depth and alignment with the themes of community engagement and empathy discussed in his course. This episode is the optimistic tale of a compassionate teacher, whose 20+ years of experience has provided her unique insights into the vital role she plays in her community. Guest introduction is provided by Mrs. Single, a PreK-1st ELD teacher from Louisiana.

Dr. Moody presents the inaugural episode of his newly created “Student Discovery” series which highlights selected student interviews from his Community Development & Leadership course. The episodes included in the Student Discovery series reflect unique understandings of what community engagement actually means and truly deserve a broader audience. This episode is an optimistic tale of an inspiring, young adult who, from an early age, exemplified a deep, personal passion for improving her community.

Dr. Moody talks with Mike "Rizzo" Eruzione, the Director of Special Outreach at Boston University and the legendary Captain of the 1980 Winter Olympics US national hockey team. While Mike’s name is forever linked to one of the greatest moments in sports history, this conversation goes beyond the scoreboard. Mike discusses his role in the iconic Miracle on Ice game against the Soviet Union team and how the values he forged on the ice translate into a life of service, leadership, and community impact. This episode marks the third installment of the “Beyond the Acts” series, an ongoing collaboration with Mr. Todd Shriver of North White Middle-High School in Monon, Indiana. Also joining the conversation is 80s historian and author, Chris Clews.