Yes, you are seeing that right. Deanna is back, and along with her is Debbie, her mentor. The two have been walking together since Deanna's exit out of the sex industry. Debbie is an absolute gem and their relationship is one we can all learn from when it comes to coming alongside and creating community with the vulnerable in our lives. We all want to see people set free, but how do we support them along the way? Give this episode a listen - and spoiler alert, it's not as complicated as you think!
FREEDOM CAFE TICKETS!
Limited seats available, so don't wait!
RESOURCES:
www.wildgingercoffee.com
@wildgingercoffee
@wildandfreecafe
Hey friends, remember Jen and Phil from our very first episode in 2021? If not, go check it out, and then listen in on this convicting conversation with them and their dear friend Wellington. Wellington and his wife Deanna have been with Jen and Phil as they've walked alongside women on the streets of Brazil since almost the very beginning. Although you will normally find Wellington behind the scenes figuring out all the technology or studying the Bible, we managed to get him to show his face and my goodness - get ready to be convicted ya'll! This episode will catch you up on what Hope Ministries, the coffee company you helped fund, and make you squirm in your seat (in the best way!)
CONNECT with Hope Ministries
www.hopeministries.ca
@hopeministres.ca
@jen_snell_
@snell.philip
@wellingtonfilho
CONNECT with Wild Ginger Coffee / Donate to the Cafe Kickstarter
@wildgingercoffee
@wildandfreecafe
www.wildgingercoffee.com
wildgingercoffee@gmail.com
This episode kicks off our Ethical Shopping Series - and no, it's not a mistake that we are heading into one of the most commercialized seasons of the year! Christy is the owner and lead designer of Paper Baristas - a fair trade paper and stationary "roastery". Their love for all things coffee and freedom is how this business was launched and their products are BEAUTIFUL! Listen to hear how they are cleaning up the paper supply chain, supporting front line organizations working with survivors of human trafficking, AND stick around all the way to the end for a special promo code so you can get your greeting cards from them this season (and all the seasons!)
RESOURCES:
World Fair Trade Organization | Home of Fair Trade Enterprises (wfto.com)
CONNECT:
@paperbaristas
www.paperbaristas.com
@wildgingercoffee
@wildandfreecafe
www.wildgingercoffee.com
Want to give toward our kickstarter and get one of Christy's beautiful cards for free (among other perks?):
This episode is a BIG DEAL but needs little introduction, you just have to listen for yourself. Basically, not only do you get to meet the inaugural winner of The Golden Bean Award - THE Donovan Gerber - but you also get the inside scoop on the opening of The Wild and Free Cafe (I KNOW!!!) and how you can help. You do NOT want to miss this!
GIVE TOWARDS THE CAFE:
https://donorbox.org/cafe-kickstarter
WATCH OUR KICKSTARTER VIDEO:
www.wildgingercoffee.com
@wildgingercoffee
Trisha Baptie is a mamma, survivor, friend, advocate and so much more. She sits on several anti-trafficking boards and committees and was given journalistic credentials to cover the Robert Picton Trial from the perspective of a former prostitute, even with just a grade 6 education. We both shed tears in this one and I bet you will, too!
*TRIGGER WARNING*
As always, our stories often contain mature and even mildly graphic content. Please listen with a parent or mentor that you trust so that all of our conversations can be helpful and not hurtful.
RESOURCES:
Follow Trisha and her work @trishabaptie @abolition_eve
If you are currently being exploited, you want out or just just need help, here are some people and places to reach out to in Canada:
Human Trafficking Hotline, Canada, 24/7: 1-833-900-1010
Waterloo/Wellington Human Trafficking Department: intel.ht@wrps.on.ca
CONTACT WILD GINGER COFFEE/THE WILD AND FREE PODCAST:
www.wildgingercoffee.com wildgingercoffee@gmail.com @wildgingercoffee
The first episode in our Summer Stories Series is here! Katarina and Deidre are a mother daughter duo and today on the podcast they share their story together walking through Katarina's 15 years being sexually exploited and abused in various ways, how she got out and Deidre's experience as a daughter being right there through it all! You'll find out the amazing ways they are reaching out to women now and get a good dose of hope for broken relationships, too! Yes, you'll need a couple hours for this one - but I promise, it's worth it!
RESOURCES:
Human Trafficking Hotline, Canada, 24/7 - 1 833 900 1010
Waterloo/Wellington Human trafficking department - intel.ht@wrps.on.ca
CONTACT Katarina or Deidre directly:
contact Katarina by email at info@risingangels.net
Rising Angels Website: www.risingangels.net
Facebook: @risingangelscanada
IG Tag: @risingangelsrestorative
YouTube: Rising Angels Awareness & Restorative Care
If you want to see some of the things Deidre & Brody are up to check out their website: brodyanddeidrehaight.com
If you want to follow more of Deidre’s creative journey check out her IG @courageouslycreativelife
CONTACT US:
www.wildgingercoffee.com
@wildgingercoffee
wildgingercoffee@gmail.com
In today's episode, we chat with my new friend Julie, an army BRAT who has lived all over the world and gained much experience in the areas of social enterprise and working with and for the vulnerable and those on the margins. In fact, she owns and operates two social enterprises currently in Vietnam and this conversation is rich in wisdom learned from lived experience including mistakes and victories. She’s passionate about the power of business to transform the lives of people on the margins through skills development and dignified work. And, much like myself, she is solar powered and would love a tiny home by the beach (who wouldn't). Enjoy!
RESOURCES:
Email: Julie@simplegroupco.com
www.imagowork.com
www.wildgingercoffee.com
@wildgingercoffee
This conversation is about as long-winded and hilarious as our friendship. Anna Dickerson and I go way back and not only is this coffee company her fault, but she has taught me everything I know about coffee and she continues to volunteer her excellent services at our pop up events and now in this conversations, bringing you tips and tricks to get your best cup of coffee AT HOME! Yeah, you're welcome. Besides being our resident Barista, Anna grew up on a dairy farm and now lives in Kitchener with her husband, Guy, and baby Leo who joined the family in June of 2021 - He's honestly the cutest! In the summer, Anna and Guy are usually outside -- canoeing, camping and swimming, and so naturally Leo had done all three of these before he was one month old! Her other hobbies include snowboarding, running, exploring new places and making (and drinking) specialty coffee. She is excited to return to her day job as a tour developer after her maternity leave and we certainly hope she'll still have time to make you amazing drinks when that happens! The episode is full of laughter and helpful coffee tips so clear your schedule - you need to hear this conversation with my dear friend, Anna.
RESOURCES:
To ask Anna (or us) a question - email wildgingercoffee@gmail.com
To order Wild Ginger Coffee - visit www.wildgingercoffee.com
For a PDF of all these tips and tricks visit www.wildgingercoffee.com and click on COFFEE!
This episode could not be more timely for Human Trafficking Awareness Month and it brings the issue right close to home in this conversation with Jason - the head of the Human Trafficking Department for Waterloo Region Police. We had a few technical issues with this one, but there is so much to learn here including how prevalent it is in our own backyards, how to spot the signs and what to do if you see something or find yourself in a situation that is questionable or down right not ok -- we HAD to use it, just bear with us. Jay has a ton of experience across many departments in the police force which he has worked for since 2001. In his downtime, he enjoys anything outdoors and travelling whenever possible.
RESOURCES:
If you see something:
- email the Human trafficking department general email: intel.ht@wrps.on.ca
Save it to your contacts so you have easy access if you have something to report.
- You can also always call crime stoppers
What to say when you report something:
- communicate what you hear and see in as much detail as you are able
- the location
- it can be anonymous, but if you are willing, leaving a call back number is always helpful should they have questions for you.
Welcome to this simultaneously hilarious and insightful conversation with Long Miles Coffee founders Ben and Kristy. Long Miles is where we at Wild Ginger Coffee source our Burundi roast that you all love so much and once you listen to this episode, you won't need to wonder why we chose them! There's even a surprise connection in the middle that we didn't even know was coming and it's a bit of a spoiler for some potential future roasts (love when that happens) Ben and Kristy care so much for their farmers and the impact coffee farming has on the community. You'll find out exactly where our specific roast comes from and why transparent trade and your purchase of this coffee is so important in an industry that is known for being unethical. (Also, you'll learn that none of us are very good at twitch).
Go give Ben and Kristy some love and learn more :
www.longmilescoffeeproject.com
@longmilescoffee
@longmilesben
Access their most recent impact report here:
https://www.longmilescoffeeproject.com/wp-content/themes/long-miles/docs/impact-report-2021-long_miles-m_cultivo.pdf
To order this delicious Burundian coffee and make an impact toward fighting the injustice of human trafficking -- head to www.wildgingercoffee.com and follow us @wildgingercoffee to learn more.