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Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Austin FC and Q2 Announce Good Grief as the 2025 Dream Starter Competition Winner
Austin-based support platform designed for those facing the challenges of illness and loss to receive $100,000 in funding to accelerate its business and mission AUSTIN, Texas, May 28, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Good Grief was announced as the winner of the 2025 Austin FC Dream Starter Competition presented by Q2 Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: QTWO). Good Grief will receive $100,000 in funding to accelerate its business and mission as part of the Austin FC Dream Starter business initiative, which supports Austin entrepreneurs. Good Grief makes a profoundly difficult time more manageable by supporting individuals and families facing the challenges of caregiving or loss of a loved one. The platform provides expert guidance and community connection, along with personalized support for an individual's loss journey, comprehensive resources for managing illness and loss, and practical tools to help navigate each day with confidence. "Alongside our partners at Q2, we're excited to announce Good Grief as this year's Dream Starter winner," said Austin FC President Andy Loughnane. "Their platform is unique and innovative and we're hopeful that with the Dream Starter funds they will be able to broaden their impact." "Our mission is to build strong and diverse communities by strengthening their financial institutions," said Q2 Chairman & CEO Matt Flake. "Good Grief's work providing essential resources for those experiencing grief and loss is both meaningful and deeply impactful. We're proud to support their mission alongside Austin FC through the Dream Starter program and excited to see how it will help expand their reach in Central Texas and beyond." "We are incredibly honored and grateful to be selected as the winner of the 2025 Dream Starter Competition! We understand how overwhelming and painful it is to navigate the caregiving process and the loss of a loved one. Good Grief is dedicated to easing these challenging times by providing essential resources, support, and guidance," said Good Grief Founder & CEO Veronica Pulido. "This incredible opportunity will be transformative, helping us launch our all-in-one platform to provide experts, tools, and support to millions facing life's toughest movements—so that no one has to go through it alone." The Austin FC Dream Starter Competition combines Q2's mission with Austin FC's inclusivity through equity community pillar. The aim is to connect entrepreneurs with the resources needed to build profitable, high-growth companies. The "Dream Starter" funds will aid Good Grief in overcoming financial barriers to achieve success. In addition to Good Grief, the 2025 Dream Starter finalists included Helados La Azteca, JUCO ai, Safely, and RichesArt Gallery. The five finalists participated in a pitch contest on May 22 at Q2 Stadium. A diverse group of representatives from Austin FC, Q2 Holdings, Inc., and the Austin entrepreneurial community evaluated each finalist's presentation and ultimately selected the winner. Good Grief will be honored with a check presentation during halftime at the Austin FC vs. Real Salt Lake match today, May 28. Previous Dream Starter winners include: 29Eleven the Salon, SocialNote, CDL Changing Lanes Driving School and At Ease Rentals Corporation. About Austin FC Austin FC joined Major League Soccer (MLS) as the League's 27th club in January 2019. Austin FC officially began competing in MLS in April 2021 and will play its fifth season in 2025. Austin FC plays its home matches at Q2 Stadium, a 100% privately financed, state-of-the-art stadium which earned certification as a zero-waste venue in 2024. Austin FC sold out all 70 MLS home matches it played at Q2 Stadium during its first four seasons in the league, including two home MLS Cup Playoff matches in 2022 as the team reached the Western Conference Final. Austin FC also operates Austin FC II, a professional-level development team competing in MLS NEXT Pro which won the league title during its inaugural season in 2023. In addition, Austin FC operates Austin FC Academy which is the fully funded developmental academy representing the highest level of competition for elite youth soccer players in Central Texas, while serving as the exclusive developmental pathway to MLS for the region's most talented young players. Combined, Austin FC II and Austin FC Academy teams complete the pro player pathway between elite youth soccer (MLS NEXT) all the way to MLS, and allow for players to develop, improve, and move up to Austin FC or Austin FC II. About Q2 Holdings, Inc. Q2 is a leading provider of digital transformation solutions for financial services, serving banks, credit unions, alternative finance companies, and fintechs in the U.S. and internationally. Q2 enables its financial institutions and fintech customers to provide comprehensive, data-driven digital engagement solutions for consumers, small businesses and corporate clients. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, Q2 has offices worldwide and is publicly traded on the NYSE under the stock symbol QTWO. To learn more, please visit Follow us on LinkedIn and X to stay up to date. View source version on Contacts MEDIA CONTACTS: Cameron Koubek, Communications and Media Director, Austin FCC: 301.526.1542 / E: ckoubek@ Gwen Hernandez, Brand Communications Coordinator, Austin FCC: 646.717.3196 / E: ghernandez@ Carly Baker, Marketing Communications Specialist, Q2C: 210.391.1706 / E:
Yahoo
28-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
New Book "Good Grief" Offers a Roadmap from Devastation to Joy
LOS ANGELES, May 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Grief is universal, but healing is deeply personal. In Good Grief: The Journey from Grief to Joy (available May 28th wherever books are sold), transformational coach and intuitive healer Dr. Devin DeGreif shares the powerful story of how she found her way out of unimaginable tragedy—and invites readers to do the same. After the brutal murder of her mother, DeGreif faced unspeakable darkness. Rather than turning away from the pain, she walked straight into it—and in the process, discovered a path toward resilience, empowerment, and joy. Part memoir, part self-help guide, Good Grief blends raw, vulnerable storytelling with expert therapeutic tools, offering readers not only a witness to their pain but also a hand to hold as they move forward. With deep compassion and insight, DeGreif helps readers process the emotions that accompany loss and learn how to live again—with purpose, connection, and a renewed sense of self. "Healing isn't about forgetting what we've lost," says Dr. DeGreif. "It's about rediscovering our capacity for love, connection, and fulfillment." Powerful for readers of all ages and walks of life—Good Grief is a must-read for anyone navigating grief, supporting a loved one through loss, or seeking hope after hardship. "I wrote this book to show people that even after the deepest pain, joy is still possible," adds DeGreif. "Good Grief is my invitation to anyone ready to turn their grief into the foundation of a stronger, more empowered life." Good Grief: The Journey from Grief to Joy is available on Amazon and in bookstores nationwide. Learn more about Dr. Devin DeGreif and her work at Media Contact:Emily Florence395788@ 387-3311 View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Devin DeGreif Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Netflix announces new "wild ride" crime series with "truly chaotic family story"
A "wild ride" crime series from Schitt's Creek star Dan Levy is coming to Netflix. The comedy series, which is as-yet-untitled, will also star The Four Seasons' Taylor Ortega and Lady Bird and Hacks star Laurie Metcalf. It is set to tell the story of "two deeply incapable siblings who are blackmailed into the world of organized crime". Following his feature directorial debut with Good Grief, Levy will act as showrunner and executive producer on the project alongside Bottoms' Rachel Sennott. Speaking to Tudum, Levy said: "I'm so excited to be bringing this truly chaotic family story to life with Netflix. I'm thrilled with the team we're building both behind the scenes and in front of the camera. Related: "Taylor Ortega is going to become a household name, and it's been my life's mission to get to call Laurie Metcalf 'mother'. Looking forward to getting to share this with everyone." Sharing the news on Instagram, he added: "This show has taken me on a truly wild ride and I am so f**king excited to finally share it with youuuuu. Follow through, pals. You'll be glad you did." Ortega has recently appeared in Netflix comedy series The Four Seasons as well as Anna Kendrick and Blake Lively's Another Simple Favour. The Four Seasons was recently renewed for a second season, alongside the likes of Bridgerton, Love on the Spectrum, and The Diplomat. Related: Metcalf is set to star in the third season of Ryan Murphy's Netflix series Monster, which will focus on the crimes of Ed Gein. The Roseanne actor will appear as the mother of Ed Gein, Augusta, alongside Tom Hollander as Alfred Hitchcock and Olivia Williams as Alma Reville. Sons of Anarchy star Charlie Hunnam is set to star as Gein, a suspected serial killer and body snatcher whose crimes gained worldwide notoriety when it was discovered he had exhumed corpses and fashioned items out of their skin and bones. Digital Spy's first print magazine is here! Buy British Comedy Legends in newsagents or online, now priced at just £3.99. at £328.00 at at EE at £49.99 at at at Audible£18.99 at at Amazon at EE£54.98 at at at at at at at at at at Amazon£29.98 at at at Game at Sky Mobile at EE at at at Pandora at at at at at at at at Three at at Game at Pandora at at at at at at at £1199.00 at AO at £199.99 at Fitbit$15.00 at at at at at at at at at at at at at John Lewis at at at at at at at £90.00 at at at at at at John Lewis at at John Lewis & Partners at at at Amazon£6.62 at at Amazon at Fitbit£119.99 at at Amazon£184.00 at John Lewis & Partners at Three at at at at at at at at at at at at Apple£699.00 at at Amazon£293.81 at at at at Three at at at at John Lewis at at at at at at EE at at Audible at at at at at at at at EE at £449.00 at John Lewis£32.99 at Amazon at at at at at Apple at at Microsoft at at Samsung at at at Apple at Three£229.00 at John Lewis at at John Lewis at at at at Samsung at crunchyroll£1199.00 at AO at at Amazon at at at at John Lewis & Partners£299.00 at Microsoft at at Microsoft£92.98 at at at at Amazon£269.99 at at John Lewis at at at at at John Lewis & PartnersShop now at at at Microsoft at at at at at at John Lewis at at at at £6.65 at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at at You Might Also Like PS5 consoles for sale – PlayStation 5 stock and restocks: Where to buy PS5 today? IS MISSION: IMPOSSIBLE 7 THE BEST IN THE SERIES? OUR REVIEW AEW game is a modern mix of No Mercy and SmackDown
Hamilton Spectator
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hamilton Spectator
Netflix orders new comedy series from Dan Levy and Rachel Sennott
Dan Levy is set to join a new TV family. Netflix has ordered a still-untitled sibling crime comedy from the Toronto actor and writer-director. The streaming giant announced the project during its 2025 upfront presentation on Wednesday. Levy co-created the series with 'Shiva Baby' actress Rachel Sennott, and will also star in it alongside Taylor Ortega and Laurie Metcalf. The logline for the series reads, 'Two deeply incapable siblings are blackmailed into the world of organized crime.' 'I'm so excited to be bringing this truly chaotic family story to life with Netflix. Thrilled with the team we're building both behind the scenes and in front of the camera,' Levy said in a statement. 'Taylor Ortega is going to become a household name and it's been my life's mission to get to call Laurie Metcalf 'mother.' Looking forward to getting to share this with everyone.' This will be the first scripted series Levy has created since his Emmy-winning comedy 'Schitt's Creek,' which ran from 2015 to 2020. The new series continues Levy's deal with Netflix via his Not a Real Production Company banner that saw the release of his directorial debut, 2023 dramedy 'Good Grief.' Levy has kept busy in the last five years, hosting the 76th Emmy Awards with his father Eugene Levy and appearing in shows including Netflix's 'Sex Education' and HBO's 'The Idol.' This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 14, 2025.
Irish Independent
09-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Independent
Comedian Aoife Dunne: ‘Coming to terms with my mother's death helped me live closer to life'
Dunne (38), from Kinvara, Co Galway, is set to perform at the Ambassador Theatre in Dublin in September with her show Good Grief, after only a year-and-a-half of gigging. She has recently performed at the Brighton Fringe Festival, with plenty of comedy clubs and storytelling events under her belt. It is a special moment for the self-proclaimed 'talker' who dreamed of being on stage as a child. But, as she put it: 'My life hasn't been just a barrel of laughs.' She has an arts degree and a master's in human rights law and trained in acting until she was 19, but Dunne felt stuck in life for many years after a family tragedy. While backpacking in South America at 23 years old, she received the worst phone call imaginable. Her mother had died suddenly at the age of 53. In a letter she wrote to her younger self, which she incorporates into her shows, she explains that time is the greatest healer. I know how bad it can be and I know how dark things can be 'I know this sounds weird, but Mom dying and me coming to terms with death has helped me live closer to life. And it wasn't this immediate, 'oh my God, life's amazing'. It's hard,' she said. 'When someone tells me they're going through any kind of grief, it's so important to say, this is awful. I think we have this tendency when someone tells you something sad to try to either push it to the side or have this tendency to say, 'don't cry'. 'Those are good things too. But in the moment, it's important to be sad.' Dunne's father had left the family years before, although she has since reconciled with him. ADVERTISEMENT But the single-parent household meant that in her early 20s, she suddenly became the stand-in parent to her two younger brothers and her older sister with an intellectual disability. Her shows are full of laughter as well as stories of her struggles. 'I am so present with things, and I think that's only because I know how bad it can be and I know how dark things can be. And so that's made me understand the lightness even more, she said. A stand-out moment in our chat was when she recalled putting tan on her brother Féidhlim, who was competing in a bodybuilding competition at 19. 'I went to this conference at Limerick University with Féidhlim. And I just walked around, seeing all these grown men and women tanned up to see all their muscles. He looked incredible, my brother really put a lot of work into it,' she said. 'But his bum needs to be tanned beforehand to show up the muscle, so there I am tanning his gluteal muscle thinking OK, this is my life now, and one of my friends who I studied acting with [Nicola Coughlan] is in Bridgerton. 'I didn't realise it's like an All-Ireland hurling final, people stand up and they're screaming. I realise he has no one else here to support him, but I don't necessarily want to be like screaming to my half-naked brother. 'But I also thought how Mom's not here to do it now. So, I jump up shouting 'Come on, Féidhlim'.' I know this sounds strange, but this is destiny Dunne's new tour is about life's absurdities, the mistakes we all make and why the path you're on is the right path. She took hold of her own path at 35 when she started therapy and began focusing on making her dream a reality. Then in 2023, she spoke at a storytelling event before attending a four-day storytelling course in Dún Laoghaire. Opportunities began to snowball from there. 'I posted one of my stories online and then Katie Boyle [a US-based Irish comic] got in touch and asked if I wanted to do a story in New York. After New York, I was asked to do the Galway Comedy Festival,' she said. 'What I say to people is that after that, every time I did something, another door flung open. All I could think was, I know this sounds strange, but this is destiny.' Dunne plays the Ambassador Theatre, Dublin, on September 20, along with Cyprus Avenue, Cork, on September 27 and the Limelight, Belfast, on October 11. She will also be performing at the Galway Arts Festival in July. Check out @aoife_is_never_dunne on Instagram.
