Dumpster Diving Mama

Watch the video and answer the questions below.

  1. What initially inspired Tiffany to try dumpster diving, and what is her motivation for continuing this activity full-time?
  2. What are the challenges and benefits of Tiffany’s decision to quit her job and rely on dumpster diving as her primary source of income?
  3. The video mentions the large dumpster diving community in Texas. What do you think drives the growth of such communities, and what are the benefits of being part of one?
  4. Why do companies throw away brand new items, such as pet products or food, instead of selling or donating them? What environmental and economic implications does this have?
  5. How do you feel about stores prosecuting dumpster divers, and what are their motivations for doing so?
  6. What is the most satisfying aspect of dumpster diving for Tiffany?
  7. Tiffany sees herself diving until she can’t “jump in the dumpster anymore” or becomes a millionaire. What are the long-term prospects of pursuing dumpster diving as a lifestyle or career?
  8. What are the potential risks and safety concerns associated with dumpster diving?
  9. How do you think Tiffany’s story and her passion for dumpster diving might inspire others to explore unconventional paths and pursue their interests, even if they deviate from traditional career choices?
  10. In your opinion, is dumpster diving a sustainable and viable way of life, or is it more of a temporary or niche activity?

The People Walker

Watch the video and answer the questions below.

  1. What is the concept of the “people walker”, and how does Chuck McCarthy describe his role and business?
  2. Why do you think some people consider the idea of a people walker as “silly”? Do you agree or disagree with this perception?
  3. One person in the video mentions that walking with Chuck “broadens their horizons.” In what ways do you think walking with someone can broaden your horizons?
  4. Chuck mentions the therapeutic aspect of walking and talking with his clients. How do you think walking and talking can be therapeutic?
  5. How has Chuck benefited from his role as a people walker when he says, “I’ve gotten as much out of this as any of the people”?
  6. The video touches on the physical benefits of walking, such as weight loss and exercise. How do you think walking compares to other forms of exercise, and what unique advantages does it offer?
  7. What are some potential social and psychological benefits of engaging in conversation while walking? How might walking facilitate better communication and connection between people?
  8. In your opinion, does the idea of “walking and talking” with a companion seem like a “no-brainer” in terms of its potential benefits, as Chuck suggests?

Must Love Bugs

Watch the video and answer the questions below.

  1. How did Lois and Charlie meet, and what role did their shared interest in entomology play in their relationship?
  2. What is special about their collection?
  3. How long have they been married?
  4. How many countries have they been to?
  5. What institution are they donating the collection to and why?
  6. How long did they use to work, and how long do they work now?
  7. Lois touches on the fact that many entomologists end up divorced. Why do you think this is, and what factors may have contributed to Lois and Charlie’s successful partnership as both entomologists and a married couple?
  8. What advice do Lois and Charlie have for individuals who want to pursue a career in entomology and insect collection?
  9. Do you have any collections? If not, what would you like to collect?

Harpist brings warmth to hospital patients

Watch the video and answer the questions below.

  1. What type of music does Karen Stowe not do? 😉
  2. What effect does the harp have on people?
  3. What did Karen use to be?
  4. What do you think Karen means when she says, “When you start playing the harp, everything just kind of melts a little bit”?
  5. Karen Stowe says, “I’m the only person that can be stressed at home and come to work to relax.” Can you think of other occupations that share a similar feeling?
  6. What do you think are the upsides and downsides of a job like Karen’s?
  7. What effect does music have on you?
* a Certified Music Practitioner (CMP) is a specially-trained musician who provides live acoustic music at bedside, one-on-one, for therapeutic purposes

Because Kindness Keeps The World Afloat

Watch the video (stop at 5:07) and make a list of all the main characters. Then watch the video again and make a list of all the objects that play an important part in the sequence of events.

Answers

QUESTIONS:

  1. What is a random act of kindness?
  2. Are random acts of kindness doable in life?
  3. Have you done any small or big acts of kindness?
  4. Are random acts of kindness worth the effort?
  5. When you are kind to people and they are not, what policy do you adopt?
  6. Can being kind really make a difference in a person’s life?
  7. Is it possible for individuals to change the world?
  8. In small groups, discuss the question “If you were to do an act of kindness, what would it be?”