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Finding Memories in the Mud: Taylor's Journey
May 3, 2026

Finding Memories in the Mud: Taylor's Journey

In the wake of Hurricane Helene's devastation in Asheville, North Carolina, Taylor Schenker took it upon herself to salvage fragments of lost lives. Finding photographs amidst debris, she created an Instagram page called Phot...

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From a Simple Meal to an Empire of Kindness
April 26, 2026

From a Simple Meal to an Empire of Kindness

Matthew McInnis shares a heartfelt story of kindness involving Patricia Fordney, a mother struggling to cope with her husband away on military duty. Her observant neighbor, a retired Navy chief, recognizes her need for suppor...

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Jimmy's Lesson: Kindness Without Limits
April 19, 2026

Jimmy's Lesson: Kindness Without Limits

The latest episode of the podcast features a narrative that sets a powerful example of selflessness. Dr. Muhammad Basha recounts an encounter with his patient, Jimmy, who, only minutes after being told he has pancreatic cance...

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Season 2 Hiatus
April 12, 2026

Season 2 Hiatus

We're getting ready for Season 2, so bear with us while we work out details. Remember to share, and remember to send me your experiences of kindness, large or small. matthew@theempireofkindness.com

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