{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"AmeriCorps Connections","title":"Get Off the Beat and Path with Dual Service Member Justin Hargesheimer 🛣️","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/4abd4530\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2630,"description":"Life-Changing Journeys: AmeriCorps and Peace Corps InsightsIn this compelling episode of AmeriCorps Connections, host Nicki Fiocco delves into the inspiring journeys of individuals who have served both in AmeriCorps and the Peace Corps. Joined by Justin Hargesheimer, the episode explores how service in these transformative programs fosters leadership, global empathy, and cultural humility. Justin reflects on stepping out of comfort zones and the skills developed through advocacy and action-oriented service. In a world where virtual volunteering and global connectivity are reshaping how we engage, this conversation highlights the critical role of collaboration and inclusivity in creating meaningful societal impact. From building personal resilience to addressing urgent humanitarian issues, this episode offers insights on how service empowers individuals to become advocates for systemic change, both locally and globally.If you like this content - please become a Patreon of the Podcast 😁 Get your name/organization as a supporter on every episode! Right now, I am a solopreneur paying for all of the back end tools to create and distribute this content. 😎  00:00 Introduction to AmeriCorps and Peace Corps00:50 Welcome to the AmeriCorps Connections Podcast01:19 Meet the Host and the Podcast's Impact02:38 Introducing the Special Series and Guest02:56 Justin's Service Journey Begins04:11 Leveraging AmeriCorps for Education06:30 Hands-On Experience with Operation Fresh Start10:00 From AmeriCorps to Habitat for Humanity12:54 Reflections on the AmeriCorps Experience16:21 Returning to AmeriCorps as a Team Leader17:57 AmeriCorps Journey: Year Two18:26 NCCC Projects and Experiences21:38 Lessons in Team Management24:20 Transition to Peace Corps25:08 Peace Corps Masters International Program27:55 Serving in Guatemala28:55 Reflections on Peace Corps Impact34:58 Empathy and Global Connections36:23 Final Thoughts and Takeaways🔁🔁🔁🔁🔁🔁United For Impact: AmeriCorps and Peace Corps Forge...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/c4sc2-uOGbHbwtPQX335ur5oQHYsLQ6rDBkAM2hvRNU/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9zaG93/LzQwMjg4LzE2OTIz/OTQ2NzctYXJ0d29y/ay5qcGc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}