Inspiring Advertising Businesses are repurposing their advertising and marketing budgets and instead spending that money to create inspiring advertising uplifting stories that help make the world a better place. The following ad from WestJet is an example. Video About The above video was originally published to YouTube on 3 Nov 2014 by Canadian airline WestJet. For decades,… Continue reading Inspiring Story About High School Teacher Bruce Farrer Who Transforms Lives Decades After Graduation
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An End to Bullying – An Inspiring Story of Transformation, Hope, and Acceptance
Inspiring Advertising Businesses are repurposing their advertising and marketing budgets and instead spending that money to create inspiring advertising uplifting stories that help make the world a better place. The following ad from WestJet is an example. After being bullied, Josh decided to make a change that ultimately had a dramatic impact on his life… Continue reading An End to Bullying – An Inspiring Story of Transformation, Hope, and Acceptance
Tiny Houses: Big Opportunities and Second Chances
According to a recent report by the Sentencing Project, in the United States approximately 100 Million people have a criminal record and over 2 million people are currently in jail or prison. For these people, having even a minor criminal record, such as a misdemeanor or even an arrest without conviction, can create an array of… Continue reading Tiny Houses: Big Opportunities and Second Chances
“I consider the media to be indispensable to democracy.” ~ George W. Bush, 27 Feb 2017
Introduction In the Today show video interview below with Matt Lauer from 27 Feb 2017, George W. Bush talks about the free press, immigration ban, the Iraq war, Islam, and freedom of religious expression. In Part 2 of the video, at about the 5 minute mark, there is an interview with George W. Bush and some injured… Continue reading “I consider the media to be indispensable to democracy.” ~ George W. Bush, 27 Feb 2017
“Portraits of Courage” by George W. Bush – Paintings of Wounded American Veterans
Introduction One focus of President George W. Bush is to help injured veterans transition back to civilian life. As part of that, Portraits of Courage is a project that helps raise awareness, support, and funding for veterans. The book, Portraits of Courage is available on Amazon. [view] Hannity Show Sergeant Daniel Casara discusses being one… Continue reading “Portraits of Courage” by George W. Bush – Paintings of Wounded American Veterans
Brothers of Climbing – Challenging Stereotypes – Rock Climbers and Diversity
Inspiring Advertising Brothers of Climbing is an organization tackling diversity in rock climbing. “We believe there should be more inclusion, better representation, and a tighter community.” Watch the video below to learn more. To watch more videos like this one, see our Inspiring Advertising page.
Deaf Man is Encouraged by People in Community Using Sign Language – Inspiring Commercial from Samsung Turkey
Inspiring Advertising The following ad from Samsung Turkey has had over 14 million views since it was first posted to YouTube on 10 Feb 2015. It shows a deaf man being surprised as everyone he encounters in his community seems to know sign language. It’s a well choreographed surprise that took a month to prepare for.… Continue reading Deaf Man is Encouraged by People in Community Using Sign Language – Inspiring Commercial from Samsung Turkey
EVENT: Joshua Becker – “Becoming Minimalist” – 9 March 2017
Becoming Minimalist: Invigorate Your Life, Because the Best Things In Life Aren’t Things. Thursday, March 9, 2017 The Marriott, Cedar Rapids Event Schedule Registration: 7:30 a.m. Breakfast & Networking: 8-8:30 a.m. Keynote Presentation: 8:30-9:30a.m. Cost $40 per person or $350 Table of 10 Program Click here to download the event program in PDF format. Don’t Settle… Continue reading EVENT: Joshua Becker – “Becoming Minimalist” – 9 March 2017
EDUCATION – Ellen DeGeneres Visits With Teacher Ekhlas Ahmed
Originally a refugee from Darfur, Sudan, Ekhlas Ahmed learned English by watching Ellen’s show, and is now a teacher, grad school student and activist. After hearing her moving story, Ellen couldn’t wait to help her continue on her amazing path! AmeriCorps Service Video
Black Bloc Anthem – “You Are Not Alone” by Alan Walker (Music Video)
On 1 Dec 2016, Norwegian record producer and DJ Alan Walker launched “You Are Not Alone” as what seems to be a Black Bloc Anthem. In two months, the video has had 164 million views which is expected to climb. Walker’s music video “Faded” has had 932 million views, making his cumulative reach for two videos… Continue reading Black Bloc Anthem – “You Are Not Alone” by Alan Walker (Music Video)
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ATTN: Paying Attention Video Series with Bill Maher, Robert Reich, George Take, Connor Fanta, Keith Ellison, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren
Summary Courtesy of ATTN, below is the full Paying Attention video series with host Matthew Segal. Show guests include Bill Maher, Robert Reich, George Take, Connor Fanta, Keith Ellison, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren (in that order). The video series below begins with the Elizabeth Warren episode posted on 9 Feb 2017. This video is an embedded playlist, so… Continue reading ATTN: Paying Attention Video Series with Bill Maher, Robert Reich, George Take, Connor Fanta, Keith Ellison, and Sen. Elizabeth Warren