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TSM25-29 Christine Olson Founder of Tiffs Initiative’

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Their Story Matters with Sara Troy and her guest Christine Olson, on air from July 22nd

TIFF (To Inform Families First) is a groundbreaking initiative designed to save lives by ensuring first responders can access emergency contact information directly from a person’s driver’s license or state ID. By embedding emergency contacts into DMV records, TIFF drastically reduces the time it takes for families to be notified.

TIFF, To Inform Families First, is a first of its kind emergency contact program born from the personal tragedy my family experienced involving my then 22-year-old daughter Tiffiany Marie Olson. It aims to bridge the critical information gap between law enforcement and families in emergency situations by including designated emergency contacts in a driver’s license or state issued I.D. that can be used within minutes at the scene of your emergency being by accident or medical. Reducing the national average from 6 hours to minutes.

“I cannot change what happened to me, but with TIFF, I know
I’m making a difference. This program saves lives.”

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Christine Olson moved from Milwaukee Wisconsin to Anna Maria Island in 1999 following her brother, her son and then joined by Tiffany shortly thereafter. Living on a 7-mile-long barrier island located on the Gulf of Mexico seemed like a dream until the evening of December 7th 2005 when a drunk driver ran a stop sign, killing Tiffany and her boyfriend on impact. The fear, panic, chaos and timeline of the 6 ½ hours it took before hearing the words, “She’s gone” has led me for the last 19 years on a campaign driven to change that national average so my story does not become yours. With over 21 million Floridians now registered and 18 states following in Florida’s footsteps, great success has been made…. But not enough. The goal is to take TIFF national by October 2nd 2026, my 20th anniversary of beginning my journey.

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TSM25-17. Chiara Barbera, Assaggio Traditions

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Their Story Matters with Sara Troy and her guest Chaiara Barbera, on air from April 29th

The importance of maintaining traditions and celebrating the people who continue them, through recopies from the past.

Chiara Barbera is on a mission to continue Italian traditions. Assaggio is her heartfelt project dedicated to preserving Italian traditions by bringing the warmth, wisdom, and traditions of Italian grandparents (Nonni) to life through engaging online experiences. Born in Brisbane to four Italian grandparents, Chiara was raised on stories and the deep values that define Italian culture. Her grandparents’ courage to leave Italy for a better life laid the foundation for her own path—one that now brings her back to their homeland with a mission to give something meaningful in return. More recently, her work has extended to the motherland with Vera Italia, a platform that offers travellers the chance to engage with Italy’s living heritage through in-person encounters with artisans, farmers, and families. Together, these projects form a love letter to her roots—a calling she believes was guided by faith, and a legacy that she is determined to honour, preserve, and pass on.

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Chiara Barbera is the founder of Vera Italia, a mission-driven platform connecting travelers with the true spirit of Italy through cultural and culinary experiences. Born in Brisbane to four Italian grandparents, Chiara grew up surrounded by stories, recipes, and values deeply rooted in her heritage. Her grandparents’ courage to leave Italy in search of a better life laid the foundation for her own journey—a return to the homeland they once left, with the hope of giving something back.

Now dividing her time between Italy and Australia, Chiara begins this journey in Calabria, Italy’s hidden gem, to connect with the Culture Creators—artisans, farmers, cooks, and families—who keep the spirit of Italy alive. Through Vera Italia, she helps others discover the beauty of these traditions, not only to experience them but to ensure they continue for generations to come.

Her work is a love letter to her roots, a calling she believes was guided by faith, and a legacy that she is determined to honour, preserve, and pass on.

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https://experience-assaggio.com

 www.veraitalia.it 

benvenuto@veraitalia.it 

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https://instagram.com/veraitalia

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TSM25-14. Lacy Fewer & “Yankeeland”

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Their Story Matters with Sara Troy and her guest Lacy Fewer, on air from April 8th

Inspired by the real-life discovery of hundreds of letters between her grandmother in Ireland and her great aunt, who emigrated to America, revealing family secrets from a century ago.

Imagine uncovering generations of family secrets hidden in two mailbags filled with letters and postcards—some never opened for 70 years. That’s what happened to Lacy Fewer in Ireland when she inherited the belongings of her late grand aunt. Through the correspondence between two sisters—one in Ireland, one in America—Fewer unearthed a moving family saga shaped by hope, silence, and struggle. She discovered the painful truth of her great-aunt’s 30-year institutionalization for being unable to conceive, a tragic reflection of how mental health and womanhood were misunderstood in the early 20th century. Now, decades after first reading the letters and with her own experience of growing up with siblings facing mental health challenges, Fewer has penned Yankeeland, an award-winning novel inspired by these revelations. Her story reflects the immigrant dream shadowed by stigma and hardship, capturing not only what was, but what might have been.

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Lacy Fewer, born and raised in Ireland, has nearly three decades of experience working in the financial services sector. Fewer started out as mortgage consultant and then became mortgage specialists. She went on to work for six years as a premier wealth planner at the Bank of Ireland. She then spent 15 years as an area manager for Ulster Bank Financial Planning.
She earned numerous degrees and certifications, including QFA from the Institute of Bankers; CFP Master Degree from them as well; and a Master of Science in Financial Planning and Services, and then a professional diploma in Fintech, both from University of College in Dublin. She recently earned a Certificate in ESG Investing from CFA.

Fewer enjoys the theatre, travel, reading literature, storytelling, and studying history. She resides, with her husband, in a small village close to Dublin City, County Meath. They have three children.

 Literary Titan says: “Yankeeland is a sweeping tale of hope, resilience, and transformation that weaves through decades and continents. Centered on Brigid Kelly’s journey from a stifling Irish village to the promise-filled shores of America, the novel explores family dynamics, societal expectations, and personal ambition. Brigid’s dreams clash with her father’s traditions and her stepmother’s rigid control, culminating in her determined escape to the New World with her husband, Ben. What unfolds is a compelling narrative of immigrants grappling with love, identity, and survival in a land where opportunities are as abundant as the challenges.

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TSM25-11. Pamela Blake’s Tribute to her Husband

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Their Story Matters with Sara Troy and her guest Pamela Blake, on air March


Collection of 5 Novels Published Posthumously as a Tribute to her husband by Pamela Blake who Receives Critical Acclaim

Pamela talks about:

Grief and the journey of finding the best way to honor a loved one who has passed is a profound theme explored in his work. Each of his books presents intriguing storylines and themes that captivate readers, making them relevant even decades after being written. His coming-of-age novel, A Map of the Edge, set in 1969, delivers a powerful message about self-discovery and transformation. Looking ahead, his dystopian novel Tomorrowville imagines what the world might look like in 2088, offering a thought-provoking glimpse into the future. Blending mysticism with mystery, Things Unseen adds a unique twist to the murder-mystery genre. Notably, the cover of Things Unseen received recognition, winning the BIBA 2024 Fiction Book Cover Award.

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Pamela Blake, PhD, is the CEO of Utamatzi Inc, an independent publishing imprint dedicated to bringing creative, high-quality fiction to readers in the global marketplace. 

Prior to forming Utamatzi several years ago, Dr. Blake was a Technical Fellow with The Boeing Company, from which she retired in 2020, after twenty years of employment. She is an expert in quantified performance assessment of imaging sensors and in the development and application of algorithms that exploit the underlying physics and phenomenology for automated feature and object recognition.

She holds a BA in Physics from Willamette University in Salem, OR, and MS and PhD degrees in Geology/Geophysics from the University of Hawaii, Manoa. Dr. Blake resides in Huntington Beach, California.

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TSM24-48. Amina Mohamed, Cameras For Girls

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Their Story Matters with Sara Troy and her guest Amina Mohamed, on air from November 26th

My family and I came to Canada as refugees from Uganda when I was just three years old, fleeing the violence and uncertainty of Idi Amin’s regime. Growing up in Canada gave me opportunities and freedoms I’ll always be grateful for, and those experiences shaped my desire to give back to my home country.

I founded Cameras For Girls as a way to empower young women in Africa through photography and storytelling, giving them a voice and a means to step into media roles traditionally dominated by men. I’ve seen firsthand how these tools can break down barriers and open doors, enabling these young women to overcome cultural and gender biases and make an impact in their communities.

My “Why” is rooted in resilience, generosity, and social justice—values Canada gave to me and that I carry into this work. Through Cameras For Girls, I want to ensure that every young woman has the chance to realize her potential, regardless of her background. It’s about creating pathways to opportunity, breaking cycles of poverty, and showing that even the smallest gestures of support can transform lives.

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Amina Mohamed, founder of Cameras For Girls, empowers young women across East Africa with photography and business skills, helping them secure jobs in male-dominated media. Her initiative provides cameras and a year-long curriculum, fostering ethical storytelling. Amina, a coveted speaker, champions gender equality and amplifies women’s voices.


https://www.camerasforgirls.org

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