https://simplecast.com Chatting with Changemakers A girl-led podcast from Girl Scouts of Maine exploring topics that are important to them as they make the world a better place. 2024 en Mon, 7 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000 Mon, 7 Apr 2025 04:00:15 +0000 https://passion-to-action.simplecast.com Chatting with Changemakers https://image.simplecastcdn.com/images/3f2b0141-9422-4990-a37a-77aa8240abb7/f7d57e60-7e19-476a-8d2e-2635a54133df/3000x3000/podcast-art.jpg?aid=rss_feed https://passion-to-action.simplecast.com episodic A girl-led podcast from Girl Scouts of Maine exploring topics that are important to them as they make the world a better place. Helen Ruhlin false https://feeds.simplecast.com/rI2ppq4Y Helen Ruhlin hruhlin@gsmaine.org 3446dff1-a00a-4aa0-8c18-054644d7ad2b Careers in Banking In today’s episode, Samantha and Paige, employees at the First National Bank reflect on their careers in banking. Discover how careers in banking are not always all about dealing with money and numbers and learn about the different roles they offer. This episode details how the women ended up in their roles and how they have been able to grow within their company. Listen for advice about what to look for in a career and hear all about what they have accomplished. 

From Samantha’s role as an Employee Relations Manager to Paige’s role as Assistant Branch Manager hear all about what their day-to-day work schedule looks like. Together, with former Girl Scouts of Maine Marketing and Communications Specialist Helen Ruhlin, the women discuss how they are leaving their mark and how they have been able to grow in their careers. Also, hear about the different opportunities Girl Scouts of Maine has to offer where STEM is highlighted and how you can get involved. 

This episode offers a unique blend of wisdom and storytelling, leaving listeners with a renewed appreciation for the power of leadership, the impact of Girl Scouts, and the countless ways in which girls can inspire change. Whether you’re a current Girl Scout, a parent, or someone simply interested in the power of intergenerational leadership, this episode will leave you with valuable insights and a fresh perspective on what it truly means to be a change maker!

Laura & Isabel’s Email

  • Laura's Email: lgenese@gsmaine.org
  • Isabel’s Email: ihaglund@gsmaine.org

Girl Scouts of Maine Social Media:

Donate to support Girl Scouts of Maine: 

www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/support

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

]]> Mon, 7 Apr 2025 04:00:00 +0000 hruhlin@gsmaine.org (Helen Ruhlin) https://passion-to-action.simplecast.com/episodes/careers-in-banking-Yc0pOgnA In today’s episode, Samantha and Paige, employees at the First National Bank reflect on their careers in banking. Discover how careers in banking are not always all about dealing with money and numbers and learn about the different roles they offer. This episode details how the women ended up in their roles and how they have been able to grow within their company. Listen for advice about what to look for in a career and hear all about what they have accomplished. 

From Samantha’s role as an Employee Relations Manager to Paige’s role as Assistant Branch Manager hear all about what their day-to-day work schedule looks like. Together, with former Girl Scouts of Maine Marketing and Communications Specialist Helen Ruhlin, the women discuss how they are leaving their mark and how they have been able to grow in their careers. Also, hear about the different opportunities Girl Scouts of Maine has to offer where STEM is highlighted and how you can get involved. 

This episode offers a unique blend of wisdom and storytelling, leaving listeners with a renewed appreciation for the power of leadership, the impact of Girl Scouts, and the countless ways in which girls can inspire change. Whether you’re a current Girl Scout, a parent, or someone simply interested in the power of intergenerational leadership, this episode will leave you with valuable insights and a fresh perspective on what it truly means to be a change maker!

Laura & Isabel’s Email

  • Laura's Email: lgenese@gsmaine.org
  • Isabel’s Email: ihaglund@gsmaine.org

Girl Scouts of Maine Social Media:

Donate to support Girl Scouts of Maine: 

www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/support

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

]]> Careers in Banking Helen Ruhlin 00:37:40 In today’s episode listen to Samantha and Paige, employees at First National Bank, discuss their roles. Learn something new about banking and hear how careers in finance don’t always need to involve numbers. Listen to how they ended up in their positions and what they’re roles look like day-to-day. This episode gives Girl Scouts advice about what to look for in a career and talks about some of the different opportunities Girl Scouts of Maine has where STEM is highlighted. In today’s episode listen to Samantha and Paige, employees at First National Bank, discuss their roles. Learn something new about banking and hear how careers in finance don’t always need to involve numbers. Listen to how they ended up in their positions and what they’re roles look like day-to-day. This episode gives Girl Scouts advice about what to look for in a career and talks about some of the different opportunities Girl Scouts of Maine has where STEM is highlighted. false full 5 82503731-4d69-4f4e-81f7-6463a500668f Savor Every Gelato In today’s episode, Girl Scouts Viola and Sarah, reflect on their years in the organization, from camping adventures to transformative international trips across Europe. Discover how Girl Scouts has shaped their paths, created lifelong friendships, and changed their lives. Their journeys showcase that girls in Girl Scouts are community changemakers and are turning their passion into purpose. This episode proves Girl Scouts isn’t just cookies, it’s a path for leadership, global citizenship, and shows how girls are making their mark. 

From their favorite badges they’ve earned to the major takeaways they’ve learned at camp, Viola and Sarah, tell us all about their experiences. Together, the girls discuss how their troops have helped them build connections and they reflect on the trips they have taken while giving advice to other Girl Scouts on what to look out for when traveling. Listen now and find out what Viola and Sarah wish other people knew about Girl Scouts. 

This episode offers a unique blend of wisdom and curiosity, leaving listeners with a renewed appreciation for the power of leadership, the impact of Girl Scouts, and the countless ways in which young girls can inspire change. Whether you’re a current Girl Scout, a parent, or someone simply interested in the power of intergenerational leadership, this episode will leave you with valuable insights and a fresh perspective on what it truly means to be a change maker!

Laura & Isabel’s Email

  • Laura's Email: lgenese@gsmaine.org
  • Isabel’s Email: ihaglund@gsmaine.org

Girl Scouts of Maine Social Media:

Donate to support Girl Scouts of Maine: 

www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/support

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

 

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

]]> Thu, 6 Mar 2025 22:22:47 +0000 hruhlin@gsmaine.org (Helen Ruhlin) https://passion-to-action.simplecast.com/episodes/a-conversation-with-two-girl-scouts-7J1Lggbw In today’s episode, Girl Scouts Viola and Sarah, reflect on their years in the organization, from camping adventures to transformative international trips across Europe. Discover how Girl Scouts has shaped their paths, created lifelong friendships, and changed their lives. Their journeys showcase that girls in Girl Scouts are community changemakers and are turning their passion into purpose. This episode proves Girl Scouts isn’t just cookies, it’s a path for leadership, global citizenship, and shows how girls are making their mark. 

From their favorite badges they’ve earned to the major takeaways they’ve learned at camp, Viola and Sarah, tell us all about their experiences. Together, the girls discuss how their troops have helped them build connections and they reflect on the trips they have taken while giving advice to other Girl Scouts on what to look out for when traveling. Listen now and find out what Viola and Sarah wish other people knew about Girl Scouts. 

This episode offers a unique blend of wisdom and curiosity, leaving listeners with a renewed appreciation for the power of leadership, the impact of Girl Scouts, and the countless ways in which young girls can inspire change. Whether you’re a current Girl Scout, a parent, or someone simply interested in the power of intergenerational leadership, this episode will leave you with valuable insights and a fresh perspective on what it truly means to be a change maker!

Laura & Isabel’s Email

  • Laura's Email: lgenese@gsmaine.org
  • Isabel’s Email: ihaglund@gsmaine.org

Girl Scouts of Maine Social Media:

Donate to support Girl Scouts of Maine: 

www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/support

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

 

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

]]> Savor Every Gelato Helen Ruhlin 00:30:14 In today’s episode, Viola and Sarah reflect on their years as Girl Scouts from camping adventures to transformative international trips across Europe. Discover how the organization shaped their paths, created lifelong friendships, and changed their lives. Their journeys prove that Girl Scouts are community changemakers and are turning their passion into purpose. This episode proves Girl Scouts isn’t just cookies, it’s a path for leadership, global citizenship, and shows how girls are making their mark in their communities and the world. In today’s episode, Viola and Sarah reflect on their years as Girl Scouts from camping adventures to transformative international trips across Europe. Discover how the organization shaped their paths, created lifelong friendships, and changed their lives. Their journeys prove that Girl Scouts are community changemakers and are turning their passion into purpose. This episode proves Girl Scouts isn’t just cookies, it’s a path for leadership, global citizenship, and shows how girls are making their mark in their communities and the world. false full 4 234f0e19-44dc-4fd1-ac9d-a7484a58e320 Intergenerational Voices In today’s episode, Belle, a passionate Girl Scout Brownie, takes the lead in a dynamic conversation on leadership in action with a very special guest, Mara Robinov-Moorhead, the CEO of Girl Scouts of Maine (GSME). Together, they dive deep into what it means to lead with intention, embrace change, and make a lasting impact. The episode explores the essence of Girl Scouts, highlighting how the program empowers young girls to step up as leaders, change makers, and agents of positive transformation in their communities.

Mara reflects on her personal journey to becoming the CEO of GSME, sharing her insights and experiences that shaped her leadership style. Belle offers a fresh and curious perspective, drawing from her own journey as a Brownie, and some of her favorite activities within the Girl Scouts. Together, they explore the values of leadership, the importance of being a change maker, and how the Girl Scout experience shapes members into confident, purposeful individuals.

This episode offers a unique blend of wisdom and youthful curiosity, leaving listeners with a renewed appreciation for the power of leadership, the impact of Girl Scouts, and the countless ways in which young girls can inspire change. Whether you’re a current Girl Scout, a parent, or someone simply interested in the power of intergenerational leadership, this episode will leave you with valuable insights and a fresh perspective on what it truly means to be a change maker!

Laura & Helen's Email

  • Laura's Email: lgenese@gsmaine.org
  • Helen's Email: hruhlin@gsmaine.org

Girl Scouts of Maine Social Media:

Donate to support Girl Scouts of Maine: 

www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/support

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

]]> Mon, 30 Dec 2024 19:15:00 +0000 hruhlin@gsmaine.org (Helen Ruhlin) https://passion-to-action.simplecast.com/episodes/intergenerational-voices-odDmZ9CM In today’s episode, Belle, a passionate Girl Scout Brownie, takes the lead in a dynamic conversation on leadership in action with a very special guest, Mara Robinov-Moorhead, the CEO of Girl Scouts of Maine (GSME). Together, they dive deep into what it means to lead with intention, embrace change, and make a lasting impact. The episode explores the essence of Girl Scouts, highlighting how the program empowers young girls to step up as leaders, change makers, and agents of positive transformation in their communities.

Mara reflects on her personal journey to becoming the CEO of GSME, sharing her insights and experiences that shaped her leadership style. Belle offers a fresh and curious perspective, drawing from her own journey as a Brownie, and some of her favorite activities within the Girl Scouts. Together, they explore the values of leadership, the importance of being a change maker, and how the Girl Scout experience shapes members into confident, purposeful individuals.

This episode offers a unique blend of wisdom and youthful curiosity, leaving listeners with a renewed appreciation for the power of leadership, the impact of Girl Scouts, and the countless ways in which young girls can inspire change. Whether you’re a current Girl Scout, a parent, or someone simply interested in the power of intergenerational leadership, this episode will leave you with valuable insights and a fresh perspective on what it truly means to be a change maker!

Laura & Helen's Email

  • Laura's Email: lgenese@gsmaine.org
  • Helen's Email: hruhlin@gsmaine.org

Girl Scouts of Maine Social Media:

Donate to support Girl Scouts of Maine: 

www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/support

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

]]> Intergenerational Voices Helen Ruhlin 00:16:34 In today’s episode, Belle, a Girl Scout Brownie, leads the conversation on leadership in action with a special guest interview featuring GSME CEO, Mara Robinov-Moorhead. The two cover the meaning of Girl Scouts, leading with intention, and what it truly means to be a change maker! Through Mara’s meaningful reflection and Belle’s curious attitude, this episode is sure to leave you with a new perspective on Girl Scouting. In today’s episode, Belle, a Girl Scout Brownie, leads the conversation on leadership in action with a special guest interview featuring GSME CEO, Mara Robinov-Moorhead. The two cover the meaning of Girl Scouts, leading with intention, and what it truly means to be a change maker! Through Mara’s meaningful reflection and Belle’s curious attitude, this episode is sure to leave you with a new perspective on Girl Scouting. false full 3 88bb63b7-1c6e-4d82-890b-caa41b69a15e A Legacy of Leadership Today we are introducing our first official truly girl-led podcast episode, hosted by a Girl Scout herself!

Say hello to two very special guests today: Sarah and Anne! Sarah is a Girl Scout Senior from New Gloucester, and a member of our new Girl Scout media collective called the Media Squad. Anne is Sarah’s mother and happens to be one of her troop leaders as well, allowing the two to spend additional quality time together. Listen in as they discuss the value of a mother-daughter bond within an empowering organizing like the Girl Scouts, and the experiences they’ve been able to share thus far. 

With a generational gap between the two, Sarah and Anne reflect upon the similarities and differences they have observed throughout their Girl Scout careers, and the differing perspectives they each hold. Both guests have experienced significant social and life skills growth thanks to the many events, programs, and activities they have taken part in within the organization and in this episode, they break down those benefits.

We are excited to take this new leap in a more girl-led, girl-empowered podcast format that truly lends the microphone to Girl Scouts, and we hope you’ll join us in listening!

Links to Check Out:

Laura & Helen's Email

  • Laura's Email: lgenese@gsmaine.org
  • Helen's Email: hruhlin@gsmaine.org

Girl Scouts of Maine Social Media:

Donate to support Girl Scouts of Maine: 

www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/support

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

]]> Wed, 13 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000 hruhlin@gsmaine.org (Helen Ruhlin) https://passion-to-action.simplecast.com/episodes/sarah-and-anne-tEDR_n4b Today we are introducing our first official truly girl-led podcast episode, hosted by a Girl Scout herself!

Say hello to two very special guests today: Sarah and Anne! Sarah is a Girl Scout Senior from New Gloucester, and a member of our new Girl Scout media collective called the Media Squad. Anne is Sarah’s mother and happens to be one of her troop leaders as well, allowing the two to spend additional quality time together. Listen in as they discuss the value of a mother-daughter bond within an empowering organizing like the Girl Scouts, and the experiences they’ve been able to share thus far. 

With a generational gap between the two, Sarah and Anne reflect upon the similarities and differences they have observed throughout their Girl Scout careers, and the differing perspectives they each hold. Both guests have experienced significant social and life skills growth thanks to the many events, programs, and activities they have taken part in within the organization and in this episode, they break down those benefits.

We are excited to take this new leap in a more girl-led, girl-empowered podcast format that truly lends the microphone to Girl Scouts, and we hope you’ll join us in listening!

Links to Check Out:

Laura & Helen's Email

  • Laura's Email: lgenese@gsmaine.org
  • Helen's Email: hruhlin@gsmaine.org

Girl Scouts of Maine Social Media:

Donate to support Girl Scouts of Maine: 

www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/support

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

]]> A Legacy of Leadership Helen Ruhlin 00:32:33 In today’s episode, we learn about the generational connection and legacy of leadership that’s shared between Sarah, a Girl Scout Senior from New Gloucester, and her mother, Anne, a Girl Scout volunteer who happens to be Sarah’s troop leader. The two discuss the similarities, differences, and memorable moments that they have experienced throughout their Girl Scout journeys, additionally reflecting on the sacred bond they have formed as a mother-daughter duo within the same troop. In today’s episode, we learn about the generational connection and legacy of leadership that’s shared between Sarah, a Girl Scout Senior from New Gloucester, and her mother, Anne, a Girl Scout volunteer who happens to be Sarah’s troop leader. The two discuss the similarities, differences, and memorable moments that they have experienced throughout their Girl Scout journeys, additionally reflecting on the sacred bond they have formed as a mother-daughter duo within the same troop. false full 2 c18b1a40-a4e2-448d-8177-d2929f675dbe The Next Chapter Introducing the Girl Scouts of Maine’s new Media Squad initiative. Designed to empower Girl Scouts to share their experiences with peers and become active spokespeople across various media channels, this opportunity will equip participants with the skills and platforms to effectively promote the values, benefits, and experiences of being part of the organization.

True to the - girl-led, learning-by-doing, and cooperative learning - tenets that are embedded into the structure of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, we will be moving the Passion to Action series into the hands of the girls.

As part of the Media Squad Brand Ambassador Program, we will teach girls how to host, produce, edit, and distribute podcasts, Livestreams, and other content associated with the series - over the course of 2024. 

Today we’ll be speaking with Laura Genese, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the Girl Scouts of Maine, and Helen Ruhlin, Marketing and Communications Specialist for the Girl Scouts of Maine. 

We are excited to tell you more about the GSME Media Squad and the exciting changes coming up for the Passion to Action series. 

Links to Check Out:

Laura & Helen's Email

  • Laura's Email: lgenese@gsmaine.org
  • Helen's Email: hruhlin@gsmaine.org

Girl Scouts of Maine Social Media:

Donate to support Girl Scouts of Maine: www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/support

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

]]> Wed, 6 Nov 2024 05:00:00 +0000 hruhlin@gsmaine.org (Helen Ruhlin) https://passion-to-action.simplecast.com/episodes/media-squad-2EXCoMp6 Introducing the Girl Scouts of Maine’s new Media Squad initiative. Designed to empower Girl Scouts to share their experiences with peers and become active spokespeople across various media channels, this opportunity will equip participants with the skills and platforms to effectively promote the values, benefits, and experiences of being part of the organization.

True to the - girl-led, learning-by-doing, and cooperative learning - tenets that are embedded into the structure of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience, we will be moving the Passion to Action series into the hands of the girls.

As part of the Media Squad Brand Ambassador Program, we will teach girls how to host, produce, edit, and distribute podcasts, Livestreams, and other content associated with the series - over the course of 2024. 

Today we’ll be speaking with Laura Genese, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the Girl Scouts of Maine, and Helen Ruhlin, Marketing and Communications Specialist for the Girl Scouts of Maine. 

We are excited to tell you more about the GSME Media Squad and the exciting changes coming up for the Passion to Action series. 

Links to Check Out:

Laura & Helen's Email

  • Laura's Email: lgenese@gsmaine.org
  • Helen's Email: hruhlin@gsmaine.org

Girl Scouts of Maine Social Media:

Donate to support Girl Scouts of Maine: www.girlscoutsofmaine.org/support

To learn more about how you can get involved with Girl Scouts visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org.

]]> The Next Chapter Helen Ruhlin 00:32:23 Kicking off our new-and-improved Chatting with Changemakers podcast with a bang, in this episode we are beyond excited to introduce our brand-new Girl Scout ambassador group: the Media Squad! Today we’ll hear from Media Squad organizers, Laura Genese, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the Girl Scouts of Maine, and Helen Ruhlin, Marketing and Communications Specialist for the Girl Scouts of Maine. Get ready to learn more about how the group came to be, how to join, and the countless ways that Girl Scouts are stepping up to the microphone! Kicking off our new-and-improved Chatting with Changemakers podcast with a bang, in this episode we are beyond excited to introduce our brand-new Girl Scout ambassador group: the Media Squad! Today we’ll hear from Media Squad organizers, Laura Genese, Senior Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the Girl Scouts of Maine, and Helen Ruhlin, Marketing and Communications Specialist for the Girl Scouts of Maine. Get ready to learn more about how the group came to be, how to join, and the countless ways that Girl Scouts are stepping up to the microphone! false full 1