by Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach
Changemakers & Champions, a podcast by Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach, shares powerful stories of resilience, compassion, and community across the Lowcountry. Hosted by Jermaine Husser, each episode highlights the neighbors, volunteers, and partners creating lasting change. Join us as we celebrate the people behind the progress — the changemakers and champions who remind us what’s possible when we serve with heart. 💙 Produced by: Marnie Bonn
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11/7/2025
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July 6, 2026
<p>In Episode 10 of Changemakers & Champions, host Gerald sits down with longtime friend and community leader Mickey Bakst for a candid conversation about the heart behind his giving.</p><p>Mickey shares the personal journey — from a service-driven upbringing, to overcoming addiction, to nearly losing his life — that shaped him into one of Charleston's most impactful philanthropists. His message is simple and powerful: <strong>wealth is not a factor.</strong> Time, energy, and care are enough to make a difference.</p><p></p>
May 20, 2026
<p>Host Jermaine Husser sits down with Navy veteran, wealth manager, and community leader Michael Cole for an honest conversation about faith, service, and living with purpose.</p><p>Michael reflects on the God-ordained path that brought him to Charleston, how Rotary helped shape his life after the military, and why serving others doesn’t end when one chapter closes — it simply takes on a new form.</p><p>Together, they explore meaningful questions about sacrifice, generosity, and impact: What does service truly cost? How do you choose where to give your time, talent, and treasure? And are you giving from emotion or from a deeper sense of purpose?</p><p>Michael also shares his perspective on creating sustainable change, the importance of investing in people, and the legacy he hopes to leave behind long after his work is done.</p><p></p>
April 28, 2026
<p></p><p>In this episode, we sit down with two of Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach's most dedicated long-term volunteers — Ron and Maryanne Su. Originally from New Jersey, Ron and Maryanne made Johns Island their home in 2018 and haven't stopped giving back since.</p><p>From staffing the front desk and carrying food boxes to seniors, to teaching financial literacy to elementary schoolers and caring for toddlers in childcare — this dynamic duo truly does it all. Ron shares a heartwarming story from his financial literacy class that left the entire room in tears, and Maryanne reflects on what it means to be the face volunteers see when neighbors walk through the door.</p><p>Their commitment, warmth, and passion for community is exactly why we are proud to honor them as this year's <strong>Love Your Neighbor Award</strong> recipients at our annual Love Your Neighbor Celebration.</p><p></p>
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Changemakers & Champions, a podcast by Our Lady of Mercy Community Outreach, shares powerful stories of resilience, compassion, and community across the Lowcountry. Hosted by Jermaine Husser, each episode highlights the neighbors, volunteers, and partners creating lasting change. Join us as we celebrate the people behind the progress — the changemakers and champions who remind us what’s possible when we serve with heart. 💙
Produced by: Marnie Bonn
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