Today's interview highlights an ordinary citizen who uncovered an extraordinary truth. It's a story of courage, determination, and grassroots mobilization that rallied more than 25,000 people. Sandy Rosenthal changed the national conversation about the deadly flooding in New Orleans during Hurricane Katrina—proving that one person can make a powerful difference. She may be an everyday woman with two small dogs, Twinkie and Cupcake, but her passion for justice shows what's possible when a "David" decides to stand up to the "Goliaths." Despite facing powerful opposition, Sandy persevered, drawing on expert input, bold communication, and an unshakable belief in her mission. Her award-winning book, Words Whispered in Water, chronicles how she challenged the system — and won. Full article here: https://goalsforyourlife.com/katrina-uncovered

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 - Sandy Rosenthal Changed the National Conversation
01:16 - Power of After: Midcareer Insights
01:46 - Introduction to the Discussion
03:44 - Hurricane Katrina's Impact on Career Path
07:18 - Igniting Moment: Becoming a Community Mobilizer
12:41 - Education's Role in Disaster Prevention
14:04 - Importance of Inquiry and Questions
19:38 - Learning from Criticism and Feedback
22:24 - Staying Motivated in Advocacy
26:50 - Navigating Self-Doubts and Setbacks
29:37 - Advice for Aspiring Change-Makers
30:17 - Steps to Start a Movement
35:55 - Overcoming Challenges in Activism
41:09 - Reflections: What Would You Do Differently?
42:59 - Future Plans for Sandy Rosenthal
45:24 - Connecting with Sandy Rosenthal
47:30 - Conclusion and Outro