#BeTheGift Connections

About #BeTheGift Connections

#BeTheGift Connections is a series of monthly programs designed to inform and connect the public to lifesaving stories of organ donation and transplantation. Episodes feature real-life conversations with donor hero families, living donors, transplant recipients, and healthcare professionals directly involved in the recovery and transplant of organs/tissues. Each episode tackles a specific aspect of donation and the challenges facing those waiting for their lifesaving gift. We hope these episodes will inform and inspire others to be the gift and save lives by registering at BeTheGiftToday.com.

Publisher

Tennessee Donor Services

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

31 Jan 2022

Latest episode

28 Jul 2026

Latest episodes

91 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   28 Jul 2026

   #BeTheGift Connections: A Little Book with a Big Message

   We're excited to spotlight a new children's book written by one of our Donate Life Ambassadors on #BeTheGift Connections! Andrea Davis joins us along with her husband, Robert, to talk about the inspiration behind writing "David Gets a Kidney" and why starting conversations about organ donation with children can truly help save lives.

2. 

   16 Jun 2026

   #BeTheGift Connections: Running on Generosity

   We are just days away from the 2026 Transplant Games of America and are excited to spotlight a member of Team Tennessee competing in the inaugural Living Donor Division! 💙💚 Megan Conner is a singer/songwriter, personal trainer and marathon runner based in Nashville, TN. On January 16, 2025, she made the selfless decision to become a living donor for her friend, Kim. She joins us on this segment of #BeTheGift Connections to share why donating a kidney was one of the most meaningful decisions of her life.

3. 

   11 Jun 2026

   #BeTheGift Connections: One Liver Going for Gold

   We're warming up for the upcoming 2026 Transplant Games of America on #BeTheGift Connections! 💙💚 In one week, liver recipient Tom Satkowiak will be one of an estimated 3,000 athletes gathering in Denver, Colorado, to celebrate the impact of donation and showcase what's possible after transplantation. Tom joins us on this segment to share his inspiration for joining this year's Transplant Games and what the competition means to him as a recipient.

Podcast Authority Score: 44 / 100

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Quality

76

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

27

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