The Makin’ It Happen Podcast

We build resilient communities through meaningful conversations that spark impactful change! Join us for our two segments: Connection Conversations and Life of A Teen!

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Episodes

8 hours ago

What does effective advocacy really look like? Sarah Cain and Kate Frey join us to unpack the who, what, and why of advocacy and the mission behind New Futures. Tune in to hear how granite staters are making change and how you can get involved!
Check out New Futures here:
https://new-futures.org/

Friday Mar 06, 2026

Season 2 of Connection Conversations begins with a powerful conversation about homelessness in Manchester. We’re joined by Erica Diamond of Families in Transition and Owen Love of the City of Manchester to break down the Continuum of Care, the Point-in-Time Count, and what these efforts mean for our community.

Tuesday Mar 03, 2026

Season 2 of Life of a Teen kicks off with a conversation about New Hampshire’s new bell to bell cell phone ban, a statewide policy prohibiting students from using mobile devices during the school day.
What does this mean for students? Is it helping or hurting?
Hear Starah Adrien and Lucia Murillo, seniors at Manchester Central High School, share their take on the legislation from a student’s perspective.

Friday Apr 11, 2025

If you loved Part 1 of our mirror episode of Connection Conversations, you will want to tune in for Part 2! Join us as we dive into what it means to be a Recovery Ready Community and the unique initiatives Makin’ It Happen’s Recovery Ready Communities focus area offers to create supportive, stigma-free environments for our communities!

Thursday Apr 03, 2025

Join us for Part 1 of this mirror episode as we unpack what resilience truly means, how it impacts mental health, why it is essential for everyone, and the unique opportunities Makin’ It Happen’s Resiliency Essentials Team offers to foster it!

Thursday Mar 27, 2025

Juggling school, work, passions, and life? We’re diving into the real story with Goffstown High School teen, Hadley Vitale! Tune in and get inspired!

Thursday Mar 20, 2025

Join us as we delve into the incredible world of therapeutic equine programs with Karen Kersting and Allison McCully of UpReach Therapeutic Equestrian Center! From building confidence and resilience to fostering emotional growth, equine therapy is changing lives in ways you wouldn't expect!

Thursday Mar 13, 2025

Join us as we delve into the incredible world of therapeutic equine programs with Karen Kersting and Allison McCully of UpReach Therapeutic Equestrian Center! From building confidence and resilience to fostering emotional growth, equine therapy is changing lives in ways you wouldn't expect!

Thursday Mar 06, 2025

Join us for this feature episode of Connection Conversations: The Final Post: A New Chapter Begins with Makin’ It Happen’s Kayshauna Montaño! We talk about her public health journey, her time at Makin’ It Happen, and what the future holds in her next endeavor.

Thursday Feb 27, 2025

Join us for this engaging episode where we dive into Better Life Partners' programs, discuss accessible treatment and care, and more with Rachel Miller and Larry Watson!

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