In this inspiring episode, Becky Tsadilas, COO of the Poverty Solution, sits down with Rachael Corry—an Eligibility Counselor for the Tennessee Department of Human Services and a member of the Families First Community Advisory Board—to talk about her powerful personal journey from surviving poverty to serving those still in it. Rachael shares what it was like growing up on public assistance, becoming a young single mom in rural Tennessee, and navigating the system she now helps others through. With raw honesty and deep compassion, she talks about the "benefits cliff," the stigma of poverty, and why breaking generational cycles requires more than programs—it takes people who care. If you've ever wondered what it really takes to move from crisis to stability—or how we can transform our systems to uplift rather than trap families—this conversation is for you. Here's what you can expect:  Rachael's lived experience with poverty Challenges of rural single motherhood The power and pitfalls of public assistance Why local leadership matters in system reform Insights for employers, policymakers, and advocates This episode is a must-listen for anyone who believes real change starts with real people—and courageous conversations.  

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