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About Impact: Project Periwinkle
What is the impact nonprofit organizations have on the community and those touched by their missions? How is impact measured, what’s the story behind the why, and how are charities challenging the status quo? Project Periwinkle is a global 501c3 nonprofit organization based in the US focused on advancing stomach cancer research and disease awareness. In this podcast, we share insights into the organization, present views and stories by those involved and impacted, and highlight how we are consistently innovating, leading, and advancing work that is making the world a better place.
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- Project Periwinkle
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- business
- Language
- en
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- First episode
- 26 Jul 2023
- Latest episode
- 4 Mar 2026
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4 Mar 2026
A Conversation w/ Amara Enciso
Join us as we explore the inspiring journey of Amara Enciso, a chef and yoga teacher in Juneau, Alaska. Discover her insights on food sovereignty, traditional indigenous foods, and the transformative power of yoga for health and community impact. Christine & Ben loved this conversation, and hope you will too! Here are some of Amara's favorites on yoga: Autobiography of a Yogi (https://www.amazon.com/s?k=autobiography+of+a+yogi&i=stripbooks&crid=1PTJXOSCC1W06&sprefix=yogi%2Cstripbooks%2C219&ref=nb_sb_ss_p13n-expert-pd-ops-ranker_ci_hl-bn-left_2_4) The Yoga Sutras of Patanjali (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1938477073/?bestFormat=true&k=yoga%20sutras%20of%20patanjali&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-bk-v2_k0_1_14_de&crid=3GDYRDFVWRV2R&sprefix=yoga%20patanjali) One Simple Thing: A New Look at the Science of Yoga and How It Can Transform Your Life (https://www.amazon.com/One-Simple-Thing-Science-Transform/dp/0865478392) Yoga: The Spirit and Practice of Moving into Stillness ( https://www.amazon.com/Yoga-Spirit-Practice-Moving-Stillness/dp/0671534807) Amara's Favorites on food and health: The Mind-Gut Connection: How the Hidden Conversation Within Our Bodies Impacts Our Mood, Our Choices, and Our Overall Health (https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-mind-gut-connection-emeran-mayer/1123390508?ean=2940176093612) Nourishing Recipes for Balance & Rejuvenation - Written by Mrs. Gita Ramesh (https://www.kairaliproducts.com/products/the-ayurvedic-wellness-cookbook?variant=44995169976495&country=US¤cy=USD&utm_medium=product_sync&utm_source=google&utm_content=sag_organic&utm_campaign=sag_organic&srsltid=AfmBOopXBVLwzexkT11mqnnjomNo6S80ORpuyQ-MYdXIuYKvhdW_zMEbNXE) Jennifer Fisher: Trust Your Gut: Anti-Inflammatory Recipes for Feeling Unstoppable (https://www.williams-sonoma.com/products/jennifer-fisher-trust-your-gut-anti-inflammatory-recipes/?catalogId=79&sku=8394425&cm_ven=PLA&cm_cat=Google&cm_pla=Cooks%27%20Tools%20%3E%20Cookbooks&cm_ite=8394425_14571727833_pla-1664574710364&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=14571727833&gbraid=0AAAAADrs9cG8qwHnD0UcBIU5UH7fbIKl8&gclid=CjwKCAiAh5XNBhAAEiwA_Bu8FdgAAMO1MLX2pSnkG8iJWrlqBwb06pxSFo1-mcYjEHSq-7UdbgU_SBoCZmcQAvD_BwE) Additional Links from Amara: Ayurveda Beginner's Guide: Essential Ayurvedic Principles and Practices to Balance and Heal Naturally (https://www.amazon.com/Ayurveda-Beginners-Guide-Essential-Principles/dp/1939754178?adgrpid=185328955904&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=748008426930&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3668154519222251815&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9214225&hvtargid=dsa-1595363597442&hydadcr=&mcid=&hvocijid=3668154519222251815--&hvexpln=m-dsad&tag=googhydr-20&hvsb=Media_d&hvcampaign=dsadesk) The yoga school attended (https://www.yogkulam.org/) Information about Rishikesh India (https://wikitravel.org/en/Rishikesh) Amara's Business Website (https://www.bravabespokechef.com/) Amara's Yoga Alliance Certification (https://app.yogaalliance.org/teacherpublicprofile/003TR00001S0dlYYAR/amara-enciso) Amara's Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/bravabespokechef/?hl=en) Looking to get involved? Visit www.projectperiwinkle.org (www.projectperiwinkle.org) or email us at giving@projectperiwinkle.org Text Periwinkle to 50155 Follow Us: Instagram: @ProjectPeriwinkle Facebook: @ProjectPeriwinkle Visit us online: www.projectperiwinkle.org Donate: www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate (http://www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate) Impact is produced and published by Project Periwinkle. Executive Producers and Co-Hosts: Christine Southall (Board Member and Chief Community Officer) & Ben Broghammer (Chairman and Chief Executive Officer) Project Periwinkle is a registered trademark Resources are linked, and their link does not mean an endorsement.

31 Dec 2025
The Meaning Of Impact
On this episode, Christine and Ben sit down (together in person!) and are joined by Project Periwinkle’s Chief Operating Officer and Vice Chair Kathy Broghammer, former Board Member Alex Eanes (2015-2021), and Board Member Jean Crudden to discuss their takes on the meaning of impact, how Project Periwinkle is defining it, and a look ahead for young people looking to get involved and make their mark on the world. Looking to get involved? Visit www.projectperiwinkle.org (www.projectperiwinkle.org) or email us at giving@projectperiwinkle.org Text Periwinkle to 50155 Follow Us: Instagram: @ProjectPeriwinkle Facebook: @ProjectPeriwinkle Visit us online: www.projectperiwinkle.org Donate: www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate (http://www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate) Impact is produced and published by Project Periwinkle. Executive Producers and Co-Hosts: Christine Southall (Board Member and Chief Community Officer) & Ben Broghammer (Chairman and Chief Executive Officer) Project Periwinkle is a registered trademark

9 Nov 2025
November in Periwinkle: Awareness, Research, and What’s Next
It’s awareness month for stomach cancer and hosts Ben and Christine take you inside Project Periwinkle’s latest happenings—from powerful awareness initiatives to standout research breakthroughs of the year. Discovery the stories behind the science, get a sneak peek at our new merch line, upcoming business sponsorships, and hear a very small glimpse of what’s in store for 2026. Join us for an episode full of hope, progress, and purpose as we continue making an Impact together. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram, and learn more at www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org

1 Aug 2025
S3, E1: Season 3 Is Here!
Season 3 is here! In this episode, Christine and Ben chat with Julia Callahan, Board Member, Secretary & Chief Transformation Officer of Project Periwinkle, to discuss and announce the theme of season 3, Julia's involvement and what drives each of us as we look to make an impact. Follow Us: Instagram: @ProjectPeriwinkle Facebook: @ProjectPeriwinkle Visit us online: www.projectperiwinkle.org Donate: www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate (http://www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate)

22 Jun 2025
S2, E7: A Look Back On A Decade of Progress
In this episode of Impact, Ben and Christine discuss our recent 10 Year Anniversary Gala in Saint Louis, MO, take a look back on the past decade, Project Periwinkle's growth, successes and what's coming for the organization. Follow Us: Instagram: @ProjectPeriwinkle Facebook: @ProjectPeriwinkle Visit us online: www.projectperiwinkle.org Shop the Merch: www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop (http://www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop) Donate: www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate (http://www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate) 15% Off Merch with code IMPACTS2 at checkout

26 Mar 2025
S2, E6: Washington, D.C.
Welcome back to the pod! In this episode, Ben and Christine chat about Ben's recent trip to the Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. advocating for stomach cancer research funding. Project Periwinkle is a global 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the U.S. with the mission of funding and advancing stomach cancer research programs. As a 100% volunteer based nonprofit, every dollar raised for cancer research goes further in shaping progress. Follow Us: Instagram: @ProjectPeriwinkle Facebook: @ProjectPeriwinkle Visit us online: www.projectperiwinkle.org Shop the Merch: www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop (http://www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop) Donate: www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate (http://www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate) 15% Off Merch with code IMPACTS2 at checkout

13 Feb 2025
S2, E5: All About Food
Christine takes the podcast on a tour around the plate, and her and Ben chat about clean eating and the small details that make a big difference in the kitchen. Project Periwinkle is a global 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the U.S. with the mission of funding and advancing stomach cancer research programs. As a 100% volunteer based nonprofit, every dollar raised for cancer research goes further in shaping progress. Follow Us: Instagram: @ProjectPeriwinkle Facebook: @ProjectPeriwinkle Visit us online: www.projectperiwinkle.org Shop the Merch: www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop (http://www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop) Donate: www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate (http://www.projectperiwinkle.org/donate) 15% Off Merch with code IMPACTS2 at checkout

28 Nov 2024
S2, E4: Awareness Month, Advocacy, and What's To Come!
Christine and Ben chat about stomach cancer awareness month, its importance, Project Periwinkle’s involvement, and what’s to come for advocacy work and our organization in the coming months. Project Periwinkle is a global 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the U.S. with the mission of funding and advancing stomach cancer research programs. Follow Us: Instagram: @ProjectPeriwinkle Facebook: @ProjectPeriwinkle Visit us online: www.projectperiwinkle.org Shop the Merch: www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop 15% Off Merch with code IMPACTS2 at checkout

3 Oct 2024
S2, E3: Conversation w/ Christine Southall
*Recorded at the end of August 2024* In Episode 3, Danielle and Ben welcome Christine Southall to the podcast, and we discuss her involvement with Project Periwinkle, the recent introduction of H.R.9304 (Stomach Cancer Prevention and Early Detection Act) in Congress, recap and react to Episode 2 which detailed our supported work at MD Anderson, give a sneak preview of November’s awareness month, share opportunities for how people can become more INVOLVED, and more! Impact is co-hosted by Danielle Murphy, Chief Impact Officer and Board Member, and Ben Broghammer, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board. Project Periwinkle is a global 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the U.S. with the mission of funding and advancing stomach cancer research programs. Follow Us: Instagram: @ProjectPeriwinkle Facebook: @ProjectPeriwinkle Visit us online: www.projectperiwinkle.org Shop the Merch: www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop 15% Off Merch with code IMPACTS2 at checkout

21 Jun 2024
S2, E2: Conversation w/ Dr. Naru Ikoma, MD Anderson Cancer Center
We are honored and excited to have a very special guest this episode. Dr. Naruhiko Ikoma, surgical oncologistat The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, joins us to share what Project Periwinkle has helped make possible at MD Anderson over the past five years and give updates on recent work in gastric cancer research. Project Periwinkle has supported work at MD Anderson since 2019, with four financial gifts contributing to or starting gastric cancer research studies. As a result, incredible outcomes, additional secured funding from other sources, and several detailed medical publications have become a reality. Impact is co-hosted by Danielle Murphy, Chief Impact Officer and Board Member, and Ben Broghammer, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board. Project Periwinkle is a global 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the U.S. with the mission of funding and advancing stomach cancer research programs. Follow Us: Instagram: @ProjectPeriwinkle Facebook: @ProjectPeriwinkle Visit us online: www.projectperiwinkle.org Shop the Merch: www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop 15% Off Merch with code IMPACTS2 at checkout

20 May 2024
S2, E1: Welcome to the New Season!
Welcome back to Impact: Project Periwinkle! We are excited to kick off Season 2, with special guest, Julia Callahan, Project Periwinkle's Chief Transformation Officer, Secretary and member of the Board of Directors. In this episode, we recap our latest fiscal year, which ended April 30, talk about our most recent event, and offer a sneak peak into the new season! Impact is co-hosted by Danielle Murphy, Chief Impact Officer and Board Member, and Ben Broghammer, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board. Project Periwinkle is a global 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in the U.S. with the mission of funding and advancing stomach cancer research programs. Follow Us: Instagram: @ProjectPeriwinkle Facebook: @ProjectPeriwinkle Visit us online: www.projectperiwinkle.org Shop the Merch: www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop 15% Off Merch with code IMPACTS2 at checkout

19 Oct 2023
6: Conversation w/ Kristopher Miranda
In this special episode, Ben sits down with Kristopher Miranda, who is a stomach cancer survivor and supporter of Project Periwinkle. Kristopher shares his story, how he found Project Periwinkle, what the organization means to him, how he is spreading awareness in his own way, and his take on our work.

16 Oct 2023
5: Conversation w/ Mike Babcock
After a short break, we are back! Join us for episode 5, where we sit down with Mike Babcock, who is a member of our Board of Directors and serves on a number of committees, including Events and Budget & Finance. Mike shares how he got involved and what our mission means to him. *Episode recorded in September 2023*

16 Aug 2023
4: Conversation w/ Kathy Broghammer
This is a very special episode as we sit down with Ben's mom, Kathy Broghammer, and discuss her perspective and insights on Project Periwinkle. Kathy is on the Board of Directors and also serves as Project Periwinkle's Chief Operating Officer, and has been involved since the beginning. She talks about what it was like seeing first hand the building of this organization from a dream, to launch, the early days, and everything since that has brought us to where we are today. Thanks for joining us! Our website: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/dashboard/www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org) Donate: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/donate (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/dashboard/www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/donate) Get In Touch: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/contact-us (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/dashboard/www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/contact-us) Get Project Periwinkle Branded Merch! Visit www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop (https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/dashboard/www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop) and use code "IMPACT15" at checkout for 15% off your order! Project Periwinkle is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Project Periwinkle is a registered trademark.

9 Aug 2023
3: Conversation w/ Julia Callahan
Welcome back! In this episode, we welcome our first guest to the podcast, Julia Callahan who is on our Board of Directors and also serves as Project Periwinkle's Secretary. We discuss the organization from Julia's perspective, the connections found in community, and the drive that is elevating our organization and moving progress forward. Our website: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org (www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org) Donate: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/donate (www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/donate) Get In Touch: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/contact-us (www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/contact-us) Get Project Periwinkle Branded Merch! Visit www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop (www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop) and use code "IMPACT15" at checkout for 15% off your order! Project Periwinkle is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Project Periwinkle is a registered trademark.

2 Aug 2023
2: Research Insights & Engagement
Welcome back! In this episode, we discuss more details around the research programs we are supporting, Project Periwinkle 2025, our Ambassador Program, and how those who follow us are getting involved! Visit www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org. We are excited to have you listening! Our website: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org (www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org) Donate: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/donate (www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/donate) Get In Touch: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/contact-us (www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/contact-us) Get Project Periwinkle Branded Merch! Visit www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop (www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop) and use code "IMPACT15" at checkout for 15% off your order! Project Periwinkle is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Project Periwinkle is a registered trademark.

26 Jul 2023
1: Welcome to the Pod!
In this first episode, we give an introduction to Project Periwinkle, how we started and what we are doing to advance stomach cancer research. Join us for our introductory episode! Interested in learning more about Project Periwinkle, our work, and getting involved? Visit www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org. We are excited to have you listening! Our website: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org Donate: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/donate Get In Touch: www.ProjectPeriwinkle.org/contact-us Get Project Periwinkle Branded Merch! Visit www.projectperiwinkle.org/shop and use code "IMPACT15" at checkout for 15% off your order! Project Periwinkle is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Project Periwinkle is a registered trademark.
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