Wings To Neverland

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Wings To Neverland

A Chance In Life

11 episodes

2 weeks ago

In this special episode, Peter and Wendy take us behind the scenes of A Chance In Life’s 80th Anniversary Gala—a magical evening inspired by L’Isola che non c’è, or Neverland, “the island that doesn’t exist.” Together, they reflect on how this theme captures the heart of A Chance In Life’s mission: guiding vulnerable young people toward a world of care, opportunity, and hope. Listeners will relive the celebration’s most inspiring moments, hear stories of impact shared from program graduates, ...

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Episodes (11/11)

Wings To Neverland

Celebrating 80 Years of Magic: A Chance In Life’s Annual Gala

2 weeks ago

21 minutes

Wings To Neverland

Back To School Around The World

In this heartwarming episode of Wings to Neverland, Peter and Wendy explore the many faces of back-to-school season and how it shapes children’s futures across the globe. They begin in Staten Island, New York, where A Chance In Life’s annual Back to School Distribution ensures hundreds of children step into the classroom with brand-new backpacks, supplies, and—most importantly—the confidence to succeed. From there, they journey to Emdibir, Ethiopia, where girls from rural communities are gain...

2 months ago

21 minutes

Wings To Neverland

Zero Hunger to Climate Action: The SDGs in Focus

In this inspiring episode of Wings to Neverland, Peter and Wendy dive into five of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals—Zero Hunger, Good Health and Well-Being, Quality Education, Gender Equality, and Climate Action—and explore how they are shaping a more just and sustainable future for children everywhere. They share eye-opening stories about communities and programs supported by A Chance In Life, from the soup kitchen at Colegio Sagrada Familia in Venezuela that’s boosting...

3 months ago

32 minutes

Wings To Neverland

Exploring Positive Youth Development

In this inspiring and heartwarming episode of Wings to Neverland, Peter and Wendy dive into the transformative power of Positive Youth Development—a philosophy that believes every young person has the potential to lead, grow, and give back. With stories from A Chance In Life’s global programs and a spotlight on Ivana, a once-shy teen who found her voice through The Youth Leadership Workshop, this episode brings to life what happens when young people are seen not as problems to fix, but as lea...

4 months ago

21 minutes

Wings To Neverland

India – 12 Things You (Possibly) Didn't Know

In this vibrant episode of Wings to Neverland, Peter and Wendy take you on an unforgettable journey through India—the land of festivals, sacred rodents, twin villages, and 1.4 billion stories. This is the second stop in our ongoing series, “12 Things You (Possibly) Didn’t Know About…”, where we explore the wild, wonderful, and little-known facts about the countries where A Chance In Life works. Did you know India has a floating post office? Or a road where cars appear to roll uphill? Or a vil...

5 months ago

40 minutes

Wings To Neverland

Ethiopia – 12 Things You (Possibly) Didn’t Know

In this eye-opening and laughter-filled episode of Wings to Neverland, Peter and Wendy take you on a journey to the heart of Ethiopia—a country that’s not just ancient, but absolutely extraordinary. This is the first installment of our new series, “12 Things You (Possibly) Didn’t Know About…”, where we uncover wild, wonderful, and unexpected facts about the countries where A Chance In Life works. Did you know Ethiopia has a different calendar and tells time differently? That it’s the only Afr...

7 months ago

23 minutes

Wings To Neverland

Celebrating Women Who Change the World

In this special episode of Wings to Neverland, Peter and Wendy celebrate International Women’s Month by diving into the history, impact, and legacy of extraordinary women throughout time. They explore the origins of International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month, highlighting why these global celebrations matter and how they continue to push for gender equality, education, and empowerment for women and girls everywhere. Then, they embark on a fun, insightful, and inspiring countdown of t...

7 months ago

43 minutes

Wings To Neverland

Love, Service, and the Secret to Happiness

Happy Valentine’s Day from Wings to Neverland! In this special episode, Peter and Wendy look deeper at love—not just the flowers-and-chocolates kind, but the kind that changes lives. Inspired by Monsignor John Patrick Carroll-Abbing’s powerful words—"The great lesson of life, the secret of happiness, is to love. And the essence of love is to serve."—they explore how love, when combined with service, creates lasting impact. Join them as they share inspiring stories of how A Chance In Life cont...

9 months ago

17 minutes

Wings To Neverland

80 Years of Magic: The Journey to Neverland IPO

In this exciting third episode of Wings to Neverland, hosts Peter and Wendy celebrate a major milestone: the 80th anniversary of A Chance in Life! With their signature mix of playfulness and heart, they dive into the organization's inspiring history, which has been transforming the lives of vulnerable youth since 1945. Peter and Wendy introduce the innovative Journey to Neverland Campaign, a creative and ambitious initiative to raise $2.5 million through an Initial Philanthropic Offering (IPO...

9 months ago

11 minutes

Wings To Neverland

The Lost Boy From Rome

In this touching second episode of Wings to Neverland, hosts Peter and Wendy dive into the transformative journey of Daniele, a young man from Italy who recently shared his powerful story at A Chance In Life's 79th Annual Gala in New York City. From his challenging early years in Rome, struggling with a broken family and his mother’s battle with depression and alcoholism, Daniele felt like a lost boy with no hope. But everything changed when he was welcomed into La Repubblica dei Ragazzi...

1 year ago

13 minutes

Wings To Neverland

Finding Neverland

In this debut episode of Wings to Neverland, hosts Peter and Wendy introduce listeners to the heart and mission of A Chance In Life, an organization dedicated to empowering at-risk youth around the world. Peter and Wendy explore the connection between Neverland—the magical place where lost boys and girls find hope—and the real-life transformation happening through this organization. They share how A Chance In Life helps young people discover their wings and take flight towards a brighter futu...

1 year ago

13 minutes