Advocates from three women's rights causes — financial feminism, the Equal Rights Amendment, and clinic defense — share actions you can take to help women.

Welcome to Series 2 of The Plural of You

Nov 1st, 2018 1m 15s

The Plural of You is back with a new series and a new format, but Josh needs your help.

Documenting the “Wounded Healers” – David Freudberg (POY 47)

Mar 15th, 2018 23m 2s

David Freudberg made his career documenting America's caregivers for public radio. Josh talks with him about why and asks how he copes with negativity.

Protecting Small Farmers and Their Land – Jillian Hishaw (POY 46)

Dec 15th, 2017 22m 11s

Jillian Hishaw offers legal aid to America's small farmers as they age. She's also helping them feed families in need across the Southeastern US.

STORIES: Lights in a Dark Place / The Turkey Sandwich (POY 45)

Nov 15th, 2017 24m 42s

To celebrate The Plural of You's third anniversary, Josh invites two people to share stories of the nicest things strangers have done for them.

The Little Free Pantry – Jessica McClard (POY 44)

Oct 15th, 2017 24m 18s

Jessica McClard founded The Little Free Pantry with a simple model: take groceries when you need, leave them if you can. Now the concept has gone worldwide.

Want to Contribute to POY? Let’s Talk About It!

Sep 15th, 2017 1m 24s

Josh here. I'd like to open The Plural of You for your contributions! Mind taking a 5-minute survey to start the process?

A Tragedy Given Purpose – Pardeep Kaleka (POY 43)

Aug 15th, 2017 23m 6s

Pardeep Kaleka grew up near Milwaukee's toughest ZIP code. After a horrific event changed his life, he dedicated himself to uniting with others in service.

Changing Conversations on Health Care – #IamMedicaid (POY 42)

Jul 15th, 2017 23m 35s

Christy Cain and Evey Bell Owen started the #IamMedicaid campaign to protect public health care funds in Alabama. Now they're taking it nationwide.

Getting Back to Sleep – Keith Cushner of Tuck (POY 41)

Jun 15th, 2017 22m 33s

Keith Cushner founded Tuck to build one of the best websites on sleep health. Here's his advice on how to sleep well and to help others sleep.

A Manual for Building Community – Neighborhood Playbook (POY 40)

May 15th, 2017 25m 42s

Kevin Wright and Joe Nickol wrote The Neighborhood Playbook to unite community developers and everyone else around common goals, starting in Cincinnati.

Using Journalism to Bridge Divides – Spaceship Media (POY 39)

Apr 15th, 2017 26m 10s

Eve Pearlman and Jeremy Hay founded Spaceship Media to convince opposing sides to talk. They're using journalism to reconnect Americans and restore trust.

Awakening Compassion at Work – Monica Worline (POY 38)

Mar 15th, 2017 35m 58s

Monica Worline has co-authored a book about the benefits of compassion at work, and about how we can make our workplaces better for everyone.

Feeling Powerless? Try Family Dinners – Lynn Barendsen (POY 37)

Feb 15th, 2017 36m 46s

Lynn Barendsen directs The Family Dinner Project at Harvard, where she and her team help American families gather around their dinner tables again.

Our Right to Fair Repair – Gay Gordon-Byrne (POY 36)

Jan 15th, 2017 33m 19s

Gay Gordon-Byrne directs The Repair Association, a group of repair professionals and advocates fighting to make the products we buy easy to repair again.

How Your Slow Cooker Can Change a Life – Crescent City CrockPot (POY 35)

Dec 15th, 2016 30m 16s

Aaron Taylor and Rosie Nolan co-founded Crescent City CrockPot in New Orleans to slow-cook meals for those who are homeless. Here's why it matters to them.

Overcoming Fear of the Future – Yisroel Roll (POY 34)

Nov 15th, 2016 34m 35s

Yisroel Roll is a psychotherapist and rabbi from Baltimore. He's helped hundreds of people overcome fear, anxiety, and depression to find their true selves.

Healing the Sickness of Our Secrets – Cheri Speelman (POY 33)

Aug 15th, 2016 37m 26s

Cheri Speelman leads The AIDS Outreach Project near Seattle, helping those at risk for drug-related afflictions. Here she shares her compassionate outlook.

Violence Can Be Stopped – Tony Barksdale (POY 32)

Jul 1st, 2016 30m 26s

Tony Barksdale is a retired commissioner from the Baltimore Police Department. He believes violence can be solved, and he's committed to see that happen.

Defending the Earth from Asteroids – Danica Remy (POY 31)

Jun 15th, 2016 23m 39s

Danica Remy is the COO at B612, an organization out to detect and deflect asteroids before they can impact the Earth. Here she shares their unique mission.

Bringing Local Government & The Public Together – Kirsten Wyatt (POY 30)

Jun 1st, 2016 30m 36s

Kirsten Wyatt co-founded ELGL to bring government employees together and to inspire confidence in local government. Listen as she shares what motivates her.

The Search Engine for Social Services – Selina Sosa (POY 29)

May 15th, 2016 28m 11s

Selina Sosa directs Community Outreach at Aunt Bertha, the Texas B Corp offering a search engine for social services. Listen as she shares their mission.

How to Award Politeness Points – Bill Durkin (POY 28)

May 1st, 2016 29m 7s

Bill Durkin gives cards, or Politeness Points, to thank polite train riders in Boston. He and Josh talk about how this simple idea can spread empathy.

Touch Awareness & Sculptures of Hugs – Bonnie Kemske (POY 27)

Apr 15th, 2016 35m 28s

Bonnie Kemske creates sculptures mimicking hugs using touch research. Her goal is to raise awareness of the benefits of touch and bring people together.

Building Community with Local Homestay Programs – Julie Knopp (POY 26)

Apr 1st, 2016 34m 12s

Julie Knopp directs City Stay, which offers local homestay programs in Minnesota. Listen as she compares this one-of-a-kind idea to study abroad education.