The RightWay Podcast

The RightWay Foundation supports former foster youth as they age out of the foster care system. The RightWay Podcast features Executive Director Franco Vega and guests discussing the issues faced by former foster youth and what RightWay is doing to end the cycle of trauma.

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Welcome back to The RightWay Foundation Podcast - Pain to Power!  Join us in this episode our Founder and CEO Franco Vega, shares the compelling journey behind why we started this podcast. This series we will dive deep into into the transformative stories of youth impacted by the childcare and legal system. We're happy to be back!

09-05
11:18

The RightWay Podcast - Keith Johnson, co-founder of Falcons Youth and Family Services

Franco Vega sits down with Keith Johnson, co-founder of the Falcons Youth and Family Services. Keith shares his story and how his life experiences shaped him and the work that he does to empower disadvantaged and under-served youth to excel in life. 

08-10
11:50

Pain to Power - Johna Episode 3

Johna, an alumni of The RightWay Foundation, joins us on the podcast and talks about how she was able to turn her pain into power and updates us on what she is up to now!   🎙️ Welcome to the Pain to Power Podcast  Brought to you by The RightWay Foundation — where we turn pain into purpose and power. Tune in as we sit down with incredible guests to talk about overcoming trauma, mental health, foster care, and building a better future. 📲 Follow Us on Social Media:  Instagram:   / therightwayfoundation    Facebook:   / therightwayfoundation    🌐 Learn More or Support Us:  Visit our website: https://www.therightwayfoundation.org Ten bucks a month = one life changed at a time. It’s that simple. #PainToPower #RightWayFoundation #FosterYouth #MentalHealth #Podcast #CommunitySupport

11-21
10:21

Pain to Power - Johna Episode 2

🎙️ Welcome to the Pain to Power Podcast Brought to you by The RightWay Foundation — where we turn pain into purpose and power. Tune in as we sit down with incredible guests to talk about overcoming trauma, mental health, foster care, and building a better future. 📲 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therightwayfoundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRightWayFoundation/  🌐 Learn More or Support Us: Visit our website: https://www.therightwayfoundation.org Ten bucks a month = one life changed at a time. It’s that simple. #PainToPower #RightWayFoundation #FosterYouth #MentalHealth #Podcast #CommunitySupport

11-14
09:58

Pain to Power - Johna Episode 1

Johna, an alumni of The RightWay Foundation, joins us on the podcast and shares her powerful story as she talks about the dark ins and outs of her time in foster care. 🎙️ Welcome to the Pain to Power Podcast Brought to you by The RightWay Foundation — where we turn pain into purpose and power. Tune in as we sit down with incredible guests to talk about overcoming trauma, mental health, foster care, and building a better future. 📲 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therightwayfoundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRightWayFoundation/ 🌐 Learn More or Support Us: Visit our website: https://www.therightwayfoundation.org Ten bucks a month = one life changed at a time. It’s that simple. #PainToPower #RightWayFoundation #FosterYouth #MentalHealth #Podcast #CommunitySupport

11-07
10:39

Pain to Power - Watson's Celebrity Softball Event

🎙️ Welcome to the Pain to Power Podcast Brought to you by The RightWay Foundation — where we turn pain into purpose and power. Tune in as we sit down with incredible guests to talk about overcoming trauma, mental health, foster care, and building a better future. 📲 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therightwayfoundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRightWayFoundation/  🌐 Learn More or Support Us: Visit our website: https://www.therightwayfoundation.org Ten bucks a month = one life changed at a time. It’s that simple. #PainToPower #RightWayFoundation #FosterYouth #MentalHealth #Podcast #CommunitySupport

10-10
10:02

Pain to Power - Neftaly Episode 2

Neftaly, a former foster youth, shares her inspiring story of overcoming the foster care system and battling mental health challenges. Today, she’s a thriving young woman who turned her pain into power. Watch her journey of resilience, healing, and hope.   🎙️ Welcome to the Pain to Power Podcast Brought to you by The RightWay Foundation — where we turn pain into purpose and power. Tune in as we sit down with incredible guests to talk about overcoming trauma, mental health, foster care, and building a better future.    📲 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram:  / therightwayfoundation   Facebook:   / therightwayfoundation     🌐 Learn More or Support Us: Visit our website: https://www.therightwayfoundation.org Ten bucks a month = one life changed at a time. It’s that simple.   #paintopower #therightwayfoundation #fosteryouth #mentalhealth #podcast #communitysupport Explore the podcast

09-26
06:26

Pain to Power - Neftaly Episode 1

🎙️ Welcome to the Pain to Power Podcast Brought to you by The RightWay Foundation — where we turn pain into purpose and power. Tune in as we sit down with incredible guests to talk about overcoming trauma, mental health, foster care, and building a better future.   📲 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therightwayfoundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRightWayFoundation/    🌐 Learn More or Support Us: Visit our website: https://www.therightwayfoundation.org Ten bucks a month = one life changed at a time. It’s that simple. #PainToPower #RightWayFoundation #FosterYouth #MentalHealth #Podcast #CommunitySupport

09-19
12:41

Pain to Power - TyTy

TyTy, a proud RightWay alum, is proof that pain can be transformed into power.   🎙️ Welcome to the Pain to Power Podcast Brought to you by The RightWay Foundation — where we turn pain into purpose and power. Tune in as we sit down with incredible guests to talk about overcoming trauma, mental health, foster care, and building a better future.    📲 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therightwayfoundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRightWayFoundation/   🌐 Learn More or Support Us: Visit our website: https://www.therightwayfoundation.org Ten bucks a month = one life changed at a time. It’s that simple.   #paintopower #RightWayFoundation #FosterYouth #MentalHealth #Podcast #CommunitySupport

09-12
11:05

Pain to Power - Adrian Episode 2

Adrian Veliz, Director of Workforce Development at The RightWay Foundation, shares his powerful journey of turning pain into power. In this episode, he opens up about resilience, hope, and how he’s inspiring transition-age foster youth to build brighter futures.   🎙️ Welcome to the Pain to Power Podcast Brought to you by The RightWay Foundation — where we turn pain into purpose and power. Tune in as we sit down with incredible guests to talk about overcoming trauma, mental health, foster care, and building a better future.    📲 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram:   / therightwayfoundation   Facebook:   / therightwayfoundation     🌐 Learn More or Support Us: Visit our website: https://www.therightwayfoundation.org   Ten bucks a month = one life changed at a time. It’s that simple.   #paintopower #RightWayFoundation #FosterYouth #MentalHealth #Podcast #CommunitySupport

09-05
11:33

Pain to Power - Adrian Episode 1

Adrian Veliz, Director of Workforce Development at The RightWay Foundation, shares his powerful journey of turning pain into power. In this episode, he opens up about resilience, hope, and how he’s inspiring transition-age foster youth to build brighter futures. 🎙️ Welcome to the Pain to Power Podcast Brought to you by The RightWay Foundation — where we turn pain into purpose and power. Tune in as we sit down with incredible guests to talk about overcoming trauma, mental health, foster care, and building a better future. 📲 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therightwayfoundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRightWayFoundation/ 🌐 Learn More or Support Us: Visit our website: https://www.therightwayfoundation.org Ten bucks a month = one life changed at a time. It’s that simple. #paintopower #RightWayFoundation #FosterYouth #MentalHealth #Podcast #CommunitySupport

08-29
11:14

Pain to Power - How RightWay Plans on Ending the Foster Care to Homelessness Pipeline

On today's episode, Franco Vega talks about some big news that is going on here at The RightWay Foundation, and how this is one large step to ending foster care homelessness. 🎙️ Welcome to the Pain to Power Podcast Brought to you by The RightWay Foundation — where we turn pain into purpose and power. Tune in as we sit down with incredible guests to talk about overcoming trauma, mental health, foster care, and building a better future. 📲 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/therightwayfoundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRightWayFoundation/ 🌐 Learn More or Support Us: Visit our website: https://www.therightwayfoundation.org Ten bucks a month = one life changed at a time. It’s that simple. #paintopower #TheRightWayFoundation #fosteryouth #mentalhealth #podcast #communitysupport

08-15
10:19

Pain to Power - Omar Episode 2

Omar, a participant in The RightWay Foundation, comes on to talk about his childhood, his upbringing, and his time in foster care.   🎙️ Welcome to the Pain to Power Podcast Brought to you by The RightWay Foundation — where we turn pain into purpose and power. Tune in as we sit down with incredible guests to talk about overcoming trauma, mental health, foster care, and building a better future.   🔗 Watch More Episodes: 🎧 Full Podcast Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLM-bdAmNM0EsUGMMSryegRFV4ANmEj20k   📲 Follow Us on Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therightwayfoundation/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRightWayFoundation/   🌐 Learn More or Support Us: Visit our website: https://www.therightwayfoundation.org   Help us support foster youth transitioning into adulthood by donating today. Ten bucks a month = one life changed at a time. It’s that simple.   #PainToPower #RightWayFoundation #FosterYouth #MentalHealth #Podcast #CommunitySupport

08-08
10:27

Pain to Power - Episode 1

Omar, a participant in The RightWay Foundation, comes on to talk about his childhood, his upbringing, and his time in foster care.

08-01
10:25

Pain to Power - Jimmie Episode 3

In this episode, Jimmie opens up about his 36 years in prison, sharing raw, powerful stories that paint a vivid picture of life behind bars. From survival to self-reflection, his journey is one of resilience and redemption.

07-25
10:52

Pain to Power - Jimmie Episode 2

After serving 36 years in prison, Jimmie is now a Job Developer at The RightWay Foundation, helping opportunity youth find jobs and stability. In this episode, he shares about his childhood and traumatic experience changed his life.

07-18
10:30

Pain to Power - Jimmie

After serving 36 years in prison, Jimmie is now a Job Developer at The RightWay Foundation, helping opportunity youth find jobs and stability. In this episode, he shares how he turned pain into power!    If you want to see how The RightWay Foundation helps and supports transition-age foster youth, you can check us out at: www.therightwayfoundation.org   You can also follow us at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therightway... Facebook:   / therightwayfoundation   Linkedin:   / the-rightway-foundation   Transcript

07-14
09:35

Pain to Power - Juan Episode 3

In this episode of Pain to Power, we wrap up our conversation with Juan. We see how he was able to turn his own pain into power in his own personal life! If you want to see how The RightWay Foundation helps and supports transition-age foster youth, you can check us out at: www.therightwayfoundation.org You can also follow us at: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therightway... Facebook:   / therightwayfoundation   Linkedin:   / the-rightway-foundation  

07-14
08:10

Pain to Power - Juan Episode 2

In this episode Juan talks about his time in prison and his experience after he got out. Listen to how he was able to turn his PAIN INTO POWER!

06-13
10:07

Juan - Part 1

In this powerful episode, Juan, an alumni turned staff member at The RightWay Foundation, shares how he turned his pain into power. From being separated from his family to finding purpose in his healing journey, Juan opens up about the experiences that shaped him and how he's now helping others do the same.

06-06
09:24

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