GRIT
GRIT
Delta Dental
Welcome to Grit, a monthly podcast focused on stories of grit and greatness from the streets to the suites. Grit is a forum for stories about people who possess uncommon work ethic, drive and passion. They are movers. Shakers. Role models. Overachievers who are under the radar. Host, Margaret (MarGRIT) Trimer, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships for Delta Dental of Michigan, Ohio, and Indiana, has studied, cultivated and curated grit over her 30-year career including stints in the newspaper business, education, non-profit management and now corporate leadership. At Delta Dental, Trimer directs corporate giving to build healthy, smart, vibrant communities for all—the places where people want to live, work and play. These are the places where true grit can be found.
Looking back on lessons learned from ‘Grit’
Margaret Trimer reflects on the past two years of interviews with inspirational individuals like Vaughn Arrington, Saunteel Jenkins, Deanna Alexander — and more.
Dec 15, 2022
25 min
Beyond Giving Tuesday: Making your donations count in 2022
Rachel Decker of Detroit Philanthropy shares tips on how metro Detroiters can make the most of their charitable giving.
Nov 21, 2022
28 min
Detroit public health expert talks racial disparities in maternal/infant health
Vernice Davis Anthony talks with Margaret Trimer about her tireless efforts to improve health in the black community, including implicit bias and equity training for medical providers.
Oct 17, 2022
22 min
Lessons from a Delta Dental intern
Listen in on a conversation between two Delta Dental interns as they reflect on their experiences, lessons learned and the impact an internship program can have on both the organization and young professionals.
Sep 16, 2022
18 min
A space for healing in the motor city
Listen to a conversation on how Rachel Frierson of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy is creating a safe, welcoming space for all who visit the number one river walk in the U.S.
Aug 15, 2022
22 min
How Dr. Kwane Watson is providing door-to-door dental care in Detroit
Dr. Kwane Watson, a Louisville-based dentist and serial entrepreneur had a vision to bring comprehensive, concierge mobile dental services to residents in his home state through his business, Kare Mobile. Catch up with Dr. Watson to see how he's helping Detroiters access dental services.
Jul 19, 2022
23 min
Why you don’t have to be an ‘artist’ to benefit from art therapy
Shazia Siddiqi is a board-certified art therapist who specializes in facilitating therapeutic workshops in corporate settings, schools and more. Hear from Siddiqi how art can heal those who are experiencing situations related to traumatic events, workplace burnout and more.
Jun 24, 2022
26 min
How Communities in Schools is building a support network in Dearborn
Amal Qayed, a lead student supports coordinator based at Salina Elementary school, shares stories about her rewarding role on the latest episode of Grit.
May 15, 2022
25 min
Accepting losses as lessons: Insights from a U.S. diplomat in-the-making
Cydney Gardner-Brown talks about her experience at Midnight Golf, a life-skills training program that helps prepare students for college through the game of golf, and her journey and lessons learned during and after college.
Apr 18, 2022
20 min
Separating the behavior from the person: How the Student Advocacy Center is helping Michigan schools
Student Advocacy Center strives to create a safe environment for Michigan students and teachers. Dive into the full conversation on this month’s episode, “Separating the behavior from the person: How the Student Advocacy Center is helping Michigan schools,” which examines the challenges of supporting students and their families.
Mar 14, 2022
26 min
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