Act to Impact with Brandi DeVries
This show will fuel your fire within to make an impact in the world. It will ignite action to become aware of your untapped gifts, connect with causes close to your heart, and inspire you to take action to make a lasting impact. Brandi is a long-time advocate and fundraiser for a national non-profit and is dedicated to introducing you to stories of hope, resilience, and community from the pediatric cancer community and impact makers around the world that will inspire your purpose to make an impact.
Episodes
14 episodes
No Act Too Small: Turning a Family’s Cancer Journey into Community Impact
In this powerful episode of Act to Impact, Brandi visits with Lori, a passionate advocate and mother of childhood cancer survivor, Thomas. Lori shares her family’s emotional journey through Thomas’s high-risk acute myeloi...
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Episode 9
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31:39
Twice the Battle, Twice the Strength: Lindsey’s Story of Love and Resilience
In this powerful episode of Act to Impact, Brandi DeVries sits down with Lindsey Wenngatz, a resilient mother who has walked the unimaginable journey of childhood leukemia—twice—with her son, Alex. Lindsey opens up about the emotional ...
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Episode 8
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38:17
From Tinder to Teamwork: Turning Love into Action and Impact
In this heartwarming bonus episode of Act to Impact, Brandi DeVries is joined by her husband Cole as they open up about their relationship, their passion for giving back, and their shared mission to inspire change. From meeting on Tind...
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26:50
Turning Fear into Fuel: Brandi’s Personal Formula for Change
In this BONUS episode of Act to Impact, host Brandi DeVries steps behind the mic to share her own story—from a shy girl growing up on a North Dakota farm to a purpose-driven leader and advocate for children’s cancer research. Brandi op...
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25:07
From Diagnosis to Impact: Vanessa’s Breast Cancer Journey & Podcasting Mission
In this deeply inspiring episode of Act to Impact, Brandi DeVries sits down with Vanessa, a breast cancer survivor, advocate, and podcast host, to discuss her journey from diagnosis to empowerment. Vanessa opens up about ...
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Episode 7
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40:48
Raising a Survivor: Mindy Dykes on Resilience, Independence & Advocacy
In this emotional and inspiring episode of Act to Impact, Brandi DeVries sits down with Mindy Dykes, a mother, advocate, and dedicated supporter of Children’s Cancer Research Fund (CCRF). Mindy shares the harrowing...
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Episode 6
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43:45
Women Supporting Women: Marie Corcoran on the Power of Mentorship
In this episode of Act to Impact, Brandi DeVries sits down with Marie Corcoran, a leader at 3M and a passionate advocate for women’s mentorship. They discuss how mentorship plays a vital role in personal and...
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Episode 5
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26:58
Cereal for a Cause: Parker Brook on Giving Back & Fighting Childhood Cancer
In this episode of Act to Impact, Brandi DeVries welcomes Parker Brook, founder of Lovebird Foods, a purpose-driven cereal company committed to clean ingredients and fighting childhood cancer. Parker shares his inspiring ...
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33:54
Turning Pain into Purpose: A Mother’s Fight for Pediatric Cancer Awareness 🎗️💛
How would you respond to a parent's worst fear—a childhood cancer diagnosis? Today's guest, Bekah Hauert joins Act to Impact to share her daughter Addison’s inspiring survival story, the challenges of childhood cancer, and how she beca...
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53:37
How Rock Music and Education Transform Heart Health Awareness | Amy Johnson
In this episode, Brandi interviews Amy Johnson, co-founder of Rock From the Heart, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness about heart health through music and community engagement. Am...
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29:25
HOW CREATIVITY IMPACTS CHILDHOOD CANCER WITH JAMES ORIGO
The episode highlights the inspiring work of James Origo and the Big Dreams program at Children's Cancer Research Fund, which turns children's imaginations into joyful, larger-than-life experiences during their battles with cancer. By providing...
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Episode 1
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42:54
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN AND WHO ARE THE GUESTS?
In this second trailer for the Act to Impact Podcast, Brandi DeVries shares how the show will inspire listeners through compelling interviews with two types of guests: individuals making an impact in their communities and pediatric can...
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Trailer: Act to Impact with Brandi DeVries
This is a show dedicated to introducing you to stories of hope, resilience, and community from the pediatric cancer community and impact makers around the world that will inspire your purpose to take action and to make lasting impact.
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WHAT IS THE ACT TO IMPACT PODCAST AND WHY SHOULD YOU LISTEN?
The Act to Impact Podcast is your guide to transforming the fire within you into meaningful action and positive impact. Hosted by Brandi DeVries, this podcast brings inspiring stories of hope and resilience from pediatric cancer famili...
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