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The 1334 Podcast: where stories ignite change! It's not just a show, it's a movement for positive transformation in the nonprofit world. Each episode highlights causes that deserve attention, shining a light on voices that need to be heard.

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November 2, 202615 min

5 Ways to Grow Your Nonprofit: Marketing, Fundraising & Burnout

Running a nonprofit is about more than having a good mission. You have to find ways to get your message in front of people, attract donors, raise money, and keep yourself from burning out along the way.In this episode of the 1334 Podcast, I'm answering some of the questions you've sent in about nonprofit marketing, fundraising, and organizational growth.We discuss:- How to avoid burnout while running a nonprofit you're passionate about.- Why going back to your organization's original purpose can help you regain perspective.- The importance of organic social media growth and building genuine connections.- Why nonprofits need to show up in their local communities.- Creative fundraising ideas, including merchandise, raffles, tournaments, and recurring donor programs.- How nonprofits can think differently about competing for people's attention and donations.- The potential of monetizing content through platforms like YouTube and Facebook.My hope is that this episode gives smaller nonprofits some practical ideas they can take back to their organizations and put into action.**1334 Media** exists to provide free media services to other nonprofits and tell stories that inspire people and help organizations do more good.Support our mission: https://givebutter.com/1334mediaHave a question you'd like answered in a future episode? Leave a comment!

October 19, 202617 min

From Motorcycle Clubs to Reuniting Communities | Motorcycle Marvin

On this episode of the 1334 Podcast, Marvin Thomas joins us to talk about his community outreach work in Albany, Georgia, and why he's passionate about helping people who are struggling. Whether it's helping someone who has run out of gas, bringing motorcycle clubs together to support families in need, or simply stopping to ask a stranger if they're okay, Marvin believes that small acts of kindness can have a much bigger impact than we realize. We talk about why he started his nonprofit, how different organizations and community leaders can work together, why he records and shares his acts of service, and why the good happening in communities like Albany deserves more attention. We also get into something we don't talk about enough: the importance of simply noticing the people around us. You never know what someone is going through, and sometimes a small interaction can make a bigger difference than you could ever know. You don't need a huge organization, a massive budget, or thousands of volunteers to get started. You just need to get out there and help. **In this episode:** - Why Motorcycle Marvin started doing community outreach - How motorcycle clubs and nonprofits can work together - Why helping one person can create a ripple effect - The debate over recording and sharing acts of kindness - Why the good happening in Albany deserves more attention - How to start making a difference in your own community The 1334 Podcast exists to tell stories that inspire people and teach other nonprofits. Through 1334 Media, we want to help more people discover the good being done in their communities and learn how to do good themselves. If this episode inspires you, share it with someone who needs the reminder that their actions matter. Support 1334 Media and help us tell more stories that matter: https://givebutter.com/1334media #1334Podcast #CommunityOutreach #Nonprofit

October 5, 202614 min

10 Questions Every Nonprofit Should Ask About Marketing

In this solo episode of the 1334 Podcast, Blake answers some of the most common questions nonprofits have about marketing, social media, storytelling, consistency, branding, and podcasting.How do you market a nonprofit with little or no budget? Do you really need to be on every social media platform? What should your nonprofit actually post? How often should you post? Should the organization be the brand—or should the people behind it build personal brands? And does your nonprofit really need a podcast?The answer to many of these questions comes down to one simple idea: **your organization is already creating content. You just have to capture it.**Your success stories, the people you're helping, the work you're doing today, and the impact you're making in your community are already your best marketing.You don't necessarily need expensive cameras, a huge advertising budget, or a massive marketing team. You need to tell your story, show your work, and do it consistently.That's what 1334 Media is all about—helping nonprofits tell the stories of the incredible work they're already doing.

September 28, 20261 hr 1 min

7oh, Kratom, to Heroin What does addiction treatment look like now?

In this episode of the 1334 Podcast, Taylor LeBlanc from Aspire joins me for an in-depth conversation about 7-OH, fentanyl, opioid use disorder, withdrawal, treatment, recovery, and the rapidly changing world of addiction.Taylor explains why 7-OH has created new challenges for addiction-treatment providers, how different substances can produce dramatically different withdrawal experiences, and why treatment protocols have had to change so quickly.We also talk about the difference between traditional kratom and synthetic 7-OH products, what Taylor is seeing in patients who didn't realize what they were taking, why addiction doesn't fit neatly into the stereotype of the homeless drug addict, and what recovery can actually look like.One of the biggest themes of the conversation is seeing the person instead of simply seeing "the addict."Taylor shares what she sees beneath addiction, why support matters so much in recovery, how Aspire approaches treatment, and some of the incredible transformations she has witnessed in people who came through the program.We also discuss:• 7-OH and the rapidly changing opioid landscape• Fentanyl and why treatment became more complicated• Kratom vs. concentrated and synthetic products• Withdrawal and dependence• Medication-assisted treatment• Abstinence and long-term recovery• Why addiction affects people from every background• The role of mental health in addiction• Why support systems matter• The stigma surrounding addiction• What Aspire provides to people seeking help• The importance of education and informed decisions• Why seeing the person—not just the addiction—mattersThis conversation is educational and based on Taylor's experience working directly with people struggling with substance use and recovery. It is not medical advice.If you or someone you know is struggling, seek help from a qualified healthcare or addiction-treatment professional.This episode is part of the 1334 mission: telling stories that matter and helping people understand the issues affecting their communities.

September 14, 20261 hr 14 min

How Fitness Changes the Way You Lead | Colton Glover

Fitness, leadership, discipline, faith, community, vulnerability, and health are all connected. In this episode of the 1334 Podcast, Colton Glover joins us to talk about how physical fitness can transform the way we lead, handle stress, serve others, and live for the long term.We talk about why community may matter more than results, why vulnerability is often harder than physical suffering, how jiu-jitsu teaches emotional control, why leaders need to take care of their own health, and why the habits you build today are deposits for your future self.Colton shares the philosophy behind building a fitness community around community, culture, and results, and why the goal isn't simply to build stronger bodies—but stronger people and stronger relationships.We also talk about faith, purpose, fatherhood, doing hard things, longevity, walking, creating non-negotiable time for your health, and the example we set for our children simply by the way we live.One of the biggest themes of the conversation is simple:Your family is watching what you do.The workouts you do today may not change your life today. But they can change the person you become 10, 20, or 30 years from now—and the example your children grow up watching.In this episode:00:00 — Your workouts are deposits for your future self00:37 — Why community comes before results04:10 — Why every leader needs relationships08:00 — What does real strength mean?11:18 — Picking up your cross and doing hard things14:24 — Why vulnerability is harder than violence18:13 — The hardest part is taking the first step21:39 — How far should you push yourself?24:44 — Putting hard things on the calendar26:18 — Your kids are watching your standard30:40 — Teaching children to do hard things34:19 — Delayed gratification and stewardship36:18 — How jiu-jitsu changed a real-life reaction39:03 — Fitness as therapy40:33 — Getting out of your head and into your body44:10 — Why walking is underrated45:40 — Making your health non-negotiable48:02 — The ultimate fitness movement list52:10 — Why the mind is the most undertrained muscle54:55 — Training for longevity instead of vanity57:24 — Fitness coaches are doing more than fitness1:11:54 — How to get startedSubscribe to the 1334 Podcast for conversations about leadership, faith, nonprofits, community, health, and the people trying to make their communities better.

September 7, 202617 min

The Truth About Homelessness in Albany, Georgia | Every Person Has a Story

Homelessness in Albany, Georgia is more complicated than the statistics make it seem. Rod Collins of People Helping People of Southwest Georgia joins the 1334 Podcast to talk about homelessness, human dignity, addiction, poverty, outreach, and the stories behind the people we often walk past.Rod and his team are on the streets every day, meeting people where they are and building relationships—not just handing out supplies and leaving. He shares the story of a young homeless woman who is working every day, trying to rebuild her life, and still sleeping outside. He also explains how one relationship with a homeless man led him to begin reaching others living in the woods and on the streets.This conversation challenges some of the assumptions we make about homelessness. Not every person has the same story. Not every person struggling with homelessness is there for the same reason. And behind every statistic is a human being with a history, relationships, struggles, hopes, and a story we may never know.Rod also shares his vision for Southwest Georgia: creating places where people experiencing homelessness can access basic necessities like water, food, showers, and community—and ultimately helping make Albany a better place.00:00 - Introduction00:27 - People Helping People of Southwest Georgia00:47 - What makes their outreach different?02:11 - Building relationships through simple acts of kindness02:42 - The story of a young homeless woman04:28 - Working while still homeless05:12 - Are homeless people really just addicts or mentally ill?06:08 - What Rod has learned from outreach07:04 - How People Helping People started08:52 - How long the outreach has been happening09:16 - Every homeless person has a different story10:23 - The stories behind Albany's statistics11:00 - Why some people choose homelessness11:43 - Why social media changes how we see homelessness12:31 - Giving homeless people a voice12:52 - What People Helping People needs right now13:33 - What homelessness has taught Rod about humanity14:14 - We all need food, water, support and love15:20 - How people can help16:35 - Rod's vision for Albany and Southwest GeorgiaIf you'd like to support 1334 Media and telling stories like this, visit:https://givebutter.com/1334media

August 31, 20261 hr 5 min

Why Smart People Still Fail: The Hidden Key to Great Leadership | Baylee Young

Emotional intelligence, emotionally healthy leadership, temperament, personality, self-awareness, Christian leadership, and healthy relationships are at the center of this conversation with Baylee Young. We talk about how to become an emotionally healthy leader, understand your temperament, manage your emotions, build better relationships, and grow in your faith without allowing emotions or personality to control your decisions.What does it actually mean to be emotionally healthy?Baylee Young joins the 1334 Podcast to talk about emotional intelligence, leadership, temperament, self-awareness, relationships, faith, and the ways we can learn to manage ourselves better.We talk about why emotional intelligence can matter more than intelligence alone, why anger is often a secondary emotion, and why some of the most capable people still struggle because they refuse to lean on other people.Baylee also explains the difference between temperament and personality and breaks down the five temperaments used in the temperament counseling she practices. We talk about how understanding the way you're wired can affect your leadership, marriage, friendships, family relationships, and relationship with God.The conversation eventually turns toward something much more practical: how to honestly assess yourself, receive criticism, identify your blind spots, use accountability, and make changes instead of simply blaming other people.We also talk about journaling, controlling your thought life, addiction and recovery, building healthy guardrails, and why nobody can really do life alone.If you're interested in emotional health, Christian leadership, personality and temperament, personal growth, relationships, or becoming a better leader, this conversation is for you.00:00 — Nobody Can Do Life Alone00:00 — What Is Emotionally Healthy Leadership?01:15 — Can Emotional Health Be Learned?01:48 — Is EQ More Important Than IQ?03:05 — Understanding Anger and Secondary Emotions04:31 — Breaking the Cycle of Thoughts, Actions and Emotions05:39 — Why Some Leaders Fall Apart06:57 — The Foundation of Emotional Health09:10 — The Lie High Performers Tell Themselves11:35 — What Is Temperament Counseling?12:29 — Understanding How We're Wired14:33 — The Five Temperaments16:18 — Inclusion, Control and Affection18:31 — Blended Temperaments26:55 — Healthy vs. Unhealthy Temperament28:48 — Temperament and Leadership29:08 — The Temperaments Explained Through Marvel Characters31:17 — How Your Temperament Affects Your Relationship With God32:56 — Knowing Your Strengths and Weaknesses34:44 — Understanding Other People35:57 — Temperament Testing in the Workplace37:28 — What Drives Different Leaders?43:53 — Loving People Despite Their Differences44:59 — Becoming the Person You Want to Become46:12 — How to Start Becoming Emotionally Healthier48:02 — Learning to Receive Criticism48:48 — Why Criticism Is So Difficult51:32 — Asking People to Expose Your Blind Spots52:36 — Temperament vs. Personality53:51 — When Your Personality Doesn't Match Your Wiring54:56 — Is Journaling Actually Helpful?56:29 — Taking Your Thoughts Captive57:47 — What the Psalms Teach Us About Processing Emotions59:13 — Addiction, Recovery and Support Systems01:00:45 — Why Nobody Can Do Life Alone01:02:04 — Church, Counseling and Accountability01:03:05 — Restructuring Your Habits01:03:31 — Boundaries and Building Guardrails01:04:35 — Questions for Baylee Young

August 24, 202659 min

Fighting AI data centers in small town America | Albany Georgia

What happens when ordinary people finally realize they haven't been paying attention? In this conversation, Lauren Dorminey talks about secret rezoning, AI industrilization, and the harms of data centers.She talks about the moment she realized how important it is for people to become involved in their local communities and government—and what happens when communities begin pushing back.We also get into the rapid growth of AI and the technological changes coming with it. Lauren argues that humans may eventually reject some of the technology that is replacing real human interaction, from automated customer service to increasingly impersonal businesses.But underneath all of it is a bigger question:What happens when technology moves faster than our communities, our institutions, and our ability to decide what kind of world we actually want?Lauren believes there will eventually be a push toward preserving humanity, jobs, education, and meaningful human connection.And perhaps most importantly, this conversation is a reminder that you don't fight something because you know you're going to win.You fight it because it's worth fighting for.---If you'd like to support 1334 Media and help us continue telling stories like this, visit:https://givebutter.com/1334media#AI #DataCenters #Community #Technology #ArtificialIntelligence #LaurenDorminey #1334Media

August 17, 202650 min

The Truth About the Quiet Revival: Why Young People Are Running Back | Jaden Myler

In this episode of the 1334 Podcast, I sit down with Jaden Myler to talk about something happening among young people that isn't always visible on social media: a growing hunger for Jesus, authenticity, truth, and something deeper than what modern culture is offering. Jaden believes we're seeing a revival—not necessarily the loud, highly visible kind, but a quieter movement of people opening their Bibles, asking questions, seeking genuine community, and running toward Jesus. We also talk about something much more personal: purpose. Why do so many people feel like they're meant to do more? How do you know whether something is God's calling or simply your own ambition? And what happens when you know what you're supposed to do but you're too afraid to actually start? Jaden shares how it took her nearly two years to finally begin her podcast because she was afraid of being seen, judged, and failing. She also talks about looking back at her younger self and realizing that God wasn't finished with her—even when she thought she was too broken to be used. One of the biggest lessons from this conversation is simple: You don't have to understand the entire journey before you take the first step. Sometimes finding your purpose begins with something as simple as loving God, loving people, serving others, and being willing to say yes. If you've ever wondered what your purpose is, felt like you've missed your calling, or been afraid to take the next step, I think this conversation is for you. Tags: Christian podcast, Christian podcast 2026, quiet revival, revival in America, young people and Christianity, Gen Z Christianity, Gen Z revival, young Christians, faith podcast, Christian faith, finding your purpose, God's purpose, Christian purpose, following God's calling, hearing God's voice, Christian testimony, Christian encouragement, Christian motivation, Jesus Christ, Christianity, Bible, Christian women, authentic Christianity, faith and social media, Christian social media, 1334 Podcast, Jaden Miller, New Day Podcast, Christian revival

August 10, 202656 min

Human Trafficking 2026: Glori Coronati Exposes the Truth

Human trafficking doesn't always look like a kidnapping in a parking lot.Sometimes it looks like a child sitting in the same classroom as yours.Sometimes it begins with addiction, family dysfunction, neglect, an abusive parent, or a stranger who finds a vulnerable child online. And sometimes the victim doesn't even understand that they're being trafficked until years later.In this episode of the 1334 Podcast, Glori Coronati from Free Indeed joins me to expose what human trafficking actually looks like in Albany, Georgia, rural communities, and across America.Glori shares what she's learned from helping trafficking survivors escape dangerous situations, including why victims often can't simply "leave," why getting someone physically away from their trafficker can be critical to long-term recovery, and what happens when someone needs to be rescued immediately.We talk about:• Why Hollywood's version of human trafficking can make victims harder to identify• How trafficking can begin through family members or romantic relationships• How traffickers exploit vulnerable children online• Why victims don't simply "leave"• What an emergency rescue actually looks like• Why survivors sometimes need to be transported far away from where they were trafficked• The importance of safe-home programs• Justice, forgiveness, and the people who commit these crimes• What recovery looks like after someone escapes• Survivors graduating safe-home programs and building new lives• How ordinary people can actually helpOne of the most powerful stories Glori shares is about a survivor who had been praying for God to send her a "basket" to rescue her from her situation.When Glori and several organizations finally got her out using an armored vehicle, the survivor looked around and said, "This is my basket."It's a powerful picture of what rescue can look like.Glori also explains how Free Indeed had helped its 15th girl reach a safe home since January at the time of this recording, and why something as simple as a brand-new pair of black athletic pants can become part of a survivor's first step toward healing.If you've ever thought human trafficking was something that happened somewhere else, this conversation is for you.The problem may be bigger than any one person can solve.But every survivor is one person.And every person matters.**00:00 — The reality of human trafficking****01:00 — Why misconceptions about trafficking are dangerous****02:00 — Justice, forgiveness, and traffickers****04:00 — When family members become traffickers****07:00 — How close is the average American to trafficking?****10:00 — What ordinary people can actually do to help****11:25 — What an emergency rescue looks like****14:00 — The cost of getting survivors to safety****18:00 — Building a nationwide network of resources****20:00 — What makes the work worth doing****20:30 — Survivors graduating and rebuilding their lives****23:00 — Seeing survivors experience the happy moments of life****25:00 — Finding joy while doing difficult work****27:20 — The survivor who prayed for a "basket"****30:30 — A woman trafficked from childhood****35:00 — Addiction and human trafficking****37:50 — How traffickers are using the internet****39:00 — How predators identify vulnerable people****40:00 — How you can help****40:20 — Why brand-new clothing matters****44:30 — 15 survivors helped since January****45:00 — Why victims don't simply leave****47:00 — When someone was never given a first chance****51:30 — Why rescue requires more than a quick fix****52:25 — Why distance can make a difference****53:10 — How few trafficking survivors are actually identified****54:00 — Why every individual life matters**