Welcome to Girl Scouts Amplified Voices — where stories of courage, confidence and character come to life, one voice at a time.
Join us for exclusive interviews with Girl Scouts, troop leaders, alumnae and more. Our new podcast is your front-row seat to stories that highlight their experiences.
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Troop leader and volunteer Chris Dougher shares stories of her 50 years of volunteering for the Girl Scouts.
A troop leader for the Brownies for 50+ years and former Girl Scout, Christine Dougher discusses how the organization has changed since the 1970s. She also notes that the transferrable skills she gained as a troop leader volunteer helped her get a promotion at her day job in human resources.
2 Sept 2025
Marketing exec Amy Beamer Murray draws parallels between her experience in Girl Scouts and her adult life
GSHPA board member, chief operating officer of Pavone Marketing Group, and former Girl Scout Amy Beamer Murray says Girl Scouts is more needed than ever. She discusses how the program has impacted her life, reminding listeners that Girl Scouts allows girls to be anything and anyone they want to be.
5 Aug 2025
Josephine and Jeanette Varassa talk about their journey to Our Chalet in Switzerland
Sisters Josephine and Jeannette Varrassa share their once-in-a-lifetime Girl Scout trip to Our Chalet. With mom Michelle, they talk travel, sisterhood, and snow-filled adventures.
10 Jun 2025
Troop Leader Heidi Hippey shares advice on how to travel overnight with 15 Girl Scouts
Troop Leader Heidi Hippey details her experience traveling overnight with fifteen Girl Scouts, offering advice on comfort levels and meal planning in this interview.
29 Apr 2025
Marci Mowery, President of the PA Parks & Forests Foundation, explores the power of the outdoors
As camp season kicks into high gear and we all soak up that fresh outdoor beauty, we’re chatting with Marci Mowery, former Girl Scout and current champion of conservation! She talks about her love of Girl Scouts, shares why protecting our wild spaces matters (hint: it’s kind of a big deal) and why carving out time to volunteer isn’t just good for the world, it’s good for YOU too. Spoiler alert: volunteering is basically a health boost in disguise!
1 Apr 2025
Jessica and Ella of Troop 70674 talk bucket lists and service projects in Hawaii
Girls in Troop 70674 in Lancaster County are a testament to patience. They spent almost two years fundraising and planning a service-learning trip to Hawaii. On this episode, Troop Leader Jessica and Cadette, Ella, share their experience and tips for other troops looking to take a once-in-a-lifetime trip.
5 Mar 2025
Sammie and Elena of Troop 70356 discuss their troop’s Bronze Award, honoring a classmate, and helping pediatric cancer patients.
After a classmate passed away from cancer, members of Troop 20365 in York County were inspired to turn grief into action. The girls created Kota Bear Kare Packages to distribute to pediatric cancer patients at Penn State Children's Hospital, earning their Bronze Award in the process.
11 Feb 2025
Beth and Annabelle Valentin share how Girl Scouts has impacted their lives
Beth, a Lancaster County Girl Scout leader and her daughter, Annabelle, a Cadette Girl Scout, share their experiences camping, working on Highest Awards, and what they’ve learned from Girl Scouts.
16 Jan 2025
Maria Hendriksma highlights opportunities for women in manufacturing
Maria Hendriksma of the Central PA chapter of Women in Manufacturing provides insights into the industry and related opportunities for Girl Scouts.
17 Dec 2024
Finding Her Voice: Mara’s Journey with Girl Scouts and Autism
Becca and Mara Thiec share a heartfelt conversation about how Girl Scouts has helped Mara, who has autism spectrum disorder, connect with others and experience personal growth.
3 Dec 2024
Jennifer and Sylvia Benner share their mother-daughter Girl Scout experiences
Jennifer Benner and her daughter Sylvia share their mother-daughter Girl Scout experiences, highlighting Jen's leadership and practical advice for volunteers.
19 Nov 2024
Kathy Ledzinski talks about the historical importance of Foxfire House
Lifetime Girl Scout, Kathy Ledzinsk,i highlights the circa-1810 Foxfire House at Camp Furnace Hills in Lancaster County and its historical significance in the community.
4 Nov 2024
Jenifer Starr discusses her daughter going for Gold
Jenifer Starr shares details about her daughter's Gold Award project and how caregivers can help girls publicize their Highest Awards. This is part two of a two-part interview.
22 Oct 2024
Jenifer Starr on being a busy Girl Scout mom
Girl Scout mom, Jenifer Starr, talks about how the movement helped her daughter develop independence and confidence, and how she balanced single motherhood while keeping Girl Scouts a large part of her daughter's life. This is part one of a two-part interview.
8 Oct 2024
Flora Poulos shares traditions, history and travel
Take a stroll back in time as Lancaster County, Pennsylvania resident, Flora Poulos, shares stories of travel, traditions and her Girl Scout trek from Brooklyn, New York, to southcentral Pennsylvania. Flora has spent 75 years involved with and supporting Girl Scouts and we are excited to be sharing her life story.
24 Sept 2024
Meilynn Poletti on making music and going Gold
Girl Scout and future leader Meilynn Poletti is bringing music to your ears, literally. Learn more about this Gold Award Girl Scout, her commitment to community, and how Girl Scouts helped her hone her leadership skills when you tune in to our inaugural episode of “Girl Scouts Amplified Voices.”
5 Sept 2024
Trailer | Girl Scouts Amplified Voices
An introduction to the mission of Girl Scouts Amplified Voices, a podcast produced by Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania, from its President and CEO, Janet Donovan.
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