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Optimistic Tales

Optimistic Tales

By: Dr Eric M. Moody
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Join your host, Dr. Eric M. Moody, in his continuing search for a more humbled and empathetic world. It's been said the key to the future of the world, is finding the optimistic stories and letting them be known. "Optimistic Tales" presents a medley of noteworthy and influential plebeian elite from around the world--from local and international community leaders to celebrity philanthropists. Dr. Moody's wide range of interdisciplinary insights, experience and expertise provides the background for his always rhapsodic and enthusiastic interviews.Dr Eric M. Moody Social Sciences
Episodes
  • S9 | E5 | Changing the Community thru Tough Love (the Student Discovery series)
    May 15 2026

    Dr. Moody presents the second installment of his newly created “Student Discovery” series which highlights selected student interviews from his Community Development & Leadership course. The episodes chosen for the Student Discovery series stand out for their depth and alignment with the themes of community engagement and empathy discussed in his course. This episode is the optimistic tale of a compassionate teacher, whose 20+ years of experience has provided her unique insights into the vital role she plays in her community. Guest introduction is provided by Mrs. Single, a PreK-1st ELD teacher from Louisiana.

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    9 mins
  • S9 | E4 | Ripples in the Pond (the Student Discovery series)
    May 14 2026

    Dr. Moody presents the inaugural episode of his newly created “Student Discovery” series which highlights selected student interviews from his Community Development & Leadership course. The episodes included in the Student Discovery series reflect unique understandings of what community engagement actually means and truly deserve a broader audience. This episode is an optimistic tale of an inspiring, young adult who, from an early age, exemplified a deep, personal passion for improving her community.

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    16 mins
  • S9 | E3 | "Do you believe in miracles? YES!"
    May 1 2026

    Dr. Moody talks with Mike "Rizzo" Eruzione, the Director of Special Outreach at Boston University and the legendary Captain of the 1980 Winter Olympics US national hockey team. While Mike’s name is forever linked to one of the greatest moments in sports history, this conversation goes beyond the scoreboard. Mike discusses his role in the iconic Miracle on Ice game against the Soviet Union team and how the values he forged on the ice translate into a life of service, leadership, and community impact. This episode marks the third installment of the “Beyond the Acts” series, an ongoing collaboration with Mr. Todd Shriver of North White Middle-High School in Monon, Indiana. Also joining the conversation is 80s historian and author, Chris Clews.


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    39 mins
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