Inspire Global Radio

Curiosity over control: sitting with grief and embracing change

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2464282/fan_mail/new] Ashley and Lopa return to begin a new season with no script—just honest conversation. They dive into the realities of grief, the challenges of redefining identity in medicine, and the tension between productivity and presence in today’s world. From hospice care to AI in healthcare, this episode explores how we can remain grounded, compassionate, and connected—even as everything around us rapidly changes.

Caring for the Second Victim: A Conversation with Dr. Albert Wu

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2464282/fan_mail/new] Dr. Albert Wu joins Inspire Global Radio to talk story about what it means to care for the people who care for others. He shares how the concept of the “second victim” came to be—and how it grew into the RISE program at Johns Hopkins, a peer support model for healthcare workers after unexpected patient outcomes. We also explore his community work in Baltimore through Project Connect, bridging hospitals and frontline voices. This conversation touches on medical error, grief, honesty, apology, and the healing power of simply being seen and heard.

When Aid Ends: Honoring the Voices of USAID's Local Staff

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2464282/fan_mail/new] When USAID was dismantled this year, more than 4,000 people around the world lost their jobs. But what was truly lost goes far beyond positions and programs—it was the dedication, wisdom, and humanity of those who poured their lives into building healthier, more equitable communities. In this episode, we honor and thank four extraordinary local staff—K’voi (Vietnam), Ferreira Ferreira (Mozambique), Dra. Argentina Wate (Mozambique), and Thanh Pham (Vietnam)—for their years of service. Their stories remind us that true aid is never just about institutions. It’s about humility, resilience, and love lived out in relationships, community, and the courage to serve. To K’voi, Ferreira Ferreira, Dra. Argentina Wate, and Thanh Pham—we offer our deepest gratitude for your service, and for teaching us what aid really looks like at the human level. #Resilience #GlobalHealth #InspireGlobalRadio #USAID #ThankYou

What Matters Most: Life After the Lahaina Wildfires

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2464282/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Inspire Global Radio, we sit down with Christine, a retired teacher and survivor of the 2023 Lahaina wildfires. She shares her experience of escaping the fire, healing from burn injuries, and adjusting to life in a new city after losing her home. With honesty and perspective, Christine reflects on what it means to start over later in life, the importance of community support, and how her values shaped her path through recovery. This conversation explores resilience, dignity, and the quiet strength it takes to begin again—offering insight not only into one person’s journey, but into what it means to care for ourselves and each other in times of crisis.

ʻĀina-Based Education with Kuʻuleianuhea Awo-Chun

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2464282/fan_mail/new] Kuʻuleianuhea Awo‑Chun, Director of Education and Culture‑Based Learning at the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, joins us to talk story about ʻāina‑based education, identity, and healing. Drawing from her decades in Hawaiian‑focused charter schools, she reflects on how land teaches reciprocity, how to center children's potential, and why belonging matters in education and healthcare. A grounding conversation on kuleana, community, and remembering who we are.