The Intersection of Kindness, Inclusion & Opportunity Artwork

Today is the Day Changemakers

Through connecting with and highlighting changemakers, self-starters, and those who are disrupting the status quo, Jodi Grinwald’s ‘Today is the Day Changemakers’ channel will provide content that will connect listeners to real stories, from real people who are making a real difference in their corner of the world. These intimate interviews with inspiring and relatable guests will act as an opportunity for you to peer inside the minds of the latest gamechangers and creators. Changemakers believe in the greater good. They identify a specific issue or challenge and give themselves permission to do what is needed. Learn more about their tenacity, determination, motivation, and their innate ability to move past the challenges even when it is not easy. Every Wednesday a new interview will be released. Remember....Today is the day! You cannot go back to yesterday and you do not yet own tomorrow! Please follow on social media @todayisthedayliveit or email jodi@todayisthedayliveit.com.

All Episodes

Today is the Day Changemakers

The Intersection of Kindness, Inclusion & Opportunity

March 12, 2025 • Jodi • Season 5 • Episode 7

Welcome to the Today is the Day Changemakers podcast.

In this episode Jodi welcome Angela Calzone, President and CEO of Inroads to Opportunities. Angela shares the inspiring work her organization is doing to create meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with different abilities.

Inroads to Opportunities is more than just a workforce development program—it’s a movement toward inclusivity, empowerment, and opportunity. From job coaching and skills training to direct job placement, the organization ensures that individuals with disabilities are not only prepared for the workforce but also supported every step of the way. Retail businesses, companies, and organizations are encouraged to open their doors to these determined, hardworking individuals—offering internships and employment opportunities backed by Inroads to Opportunities’ mentorship and coaching programs.

Angela also shares her personal journey—where she started, how she came to lead this incredible organization, and why she believes kindness should be at the core of humanity. That is at the core of who she is as a person.

She speaks passionately about the dedication, drive, and reliability of individuals in the program, proving that when given the opportunity, they thrive and contribute in impactful ways.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that when we create space for everyone to succeed, we all benefit. Get inspired, learn how you or your organization can make a difference, and visit https://inroadsto.org to take action.

Tune in now for an episode that will leave you motivated to champion inclusivity and kindness in your own life.

Today is the Day Changemakers has launched a workshop series. Coming up on March 25, 2025 join us for this free virtual event titled, How to Live a Fun, Healthy, & Fulfilling Life Into Your 90's and Beyond with Celebrity Trainer, Malin Svensson of Nordic Body. To register for this free virtual event go to bit.ly/TodayIsTheDayMoveForLife.

Please subscribe to the Today is the Day Changemakers YouTube channel and follow us on Facebook and Instagram at Today is the Day Live It.

Have a great week everyone!

People on this episode

Jodi Hope Grinwald

Host