In this special episode of Unseen Impact, Rory and Kerrie take a walk down memory lane to share how they met as Peace Corp volunteers in Guatemala in 2002. From building stoves in remote mountain communities to designing water systems after hurricanes, their stories highlight lessons in trust, adaptability, and listening that continue to shape their lives and careers. They also reflect on how these experiences influence their family today, the friendships they’ve maintained, and the ways Peace Corp service continues to impact their work at Rory Law.

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Here are some key moments of the conversation:
00:00:00 - How Rory and Kerrie Met in the Peace Corp
00:01:34 - What the Peace Corp Does and Who It Serves
00:03:33 - Adapting to Community Needs Beyond the Training
00:05:34 - Kerrie’s Path to Joining the Peace Corp
00:07:01 - Rory’s Path to Joining the Peace Corp
00:08:42 - Stove-Building Projects and Health Impacts
00:09:52 - Designing Water Systems in Remote Communities
00:13:28 - Connecting Villages to Bridge-Building Programs
00:14:43 - Lessons in Listening and Building Trust
00:18:57 - The Lasting Impact on Family, Career, and Community Ties

In this special episode of Unseen Impact, Rory and Kerrie take a walk down memory lane to share how they met as Peace Corp volunteers in Guatemala in 2002. From building stoves in remote mountain communities to designing water systems after hurricanes, their stories highlight lessons in trust, adaptability, and listening that continue to shape their lives and careers. They also reflect on how these experiences influence their family today, the friendships they&rsquo;ve maintained, and the ways Peace Corp service continues to impact their work at Rory Law.
Listen to more episodes at <a href="olasmedia.com">olasmedia.com</a> Need help? Contact Rory and the team at <a href="rorylaw.com">rorylaw.com</a> for a free consultation.
Here are some key moments of the conversation: 00:00:00 - How Rory and Kerrie Met in the Peace Corp 00:01:34 - What the Peace Corp Does and Who It Serves 00:03:33 - Adapting to Community Needs Beyond the Training 00:05:34 - Kerrie&rsquo;s Path to Joining the Peace Corp 00:07:01 - Rory&rsquo;s Path to Joining the Peace Corp 00:08:42 - Stove-Building Projects and Health Impacts 00:09:52 - Designing Water Systems in Remote Communities 00:13:28 - Connecting Villages to Bridge-Building Programs 00:14:43 - Lessons in Listening and Building Trust 00:18:57 - The Lasting Impact on Family, Career, and Community Ties

Rory Pendergast, Lead Attorney at Rory Law, discusses the unseen impact and ripple effects on victims of various injuries in "The Unseen Impact"  

Unseen Impact with Rory Pendergast explores the ripple effects of personal injury cases, shedding light on the hidden ways accidents, negligence, and injustice shape lives and explores the economic, physical, and emotional damages endured.

Each episode features mental health, physical injury, and industry professionals to examine the widespread effects of various injuries on individuals, families, and communities. 

Rory Pendergast, a California-based attorney originally from Montana, hosts a show where he discusses the unseen impact and ripple effects on victims of various injuries. He advocates in court on behalf of victims of revenge pornography (non-consensual pornography), physical and mental injury, and property destruction.

<a href="https://rorylaw.com/">Rory Pendergast</a>, Lead Attorney at Rory Law, discusses the unseen impact and ripple effects on victims of various injuries in "The Unseen Impact"&nbsp;&nbsp;
Unseen Impact with Rory Pendergast explores the ripple effects of personal injury cases, shedding light on the hidden ways accidents, negligence, and injustice shape lives and explores the economic, physical, and emotional damages endured.
Each episode features mental health, physical injury, and industry professionals to examine the widespread effects of various injuries on individuals, families, and communities.&nbsp;
Rory Pendergast, a California-based attorney originally from Montana, hosts a show where he discusses the unseen impact and ripple effects on victims of various injuries. He advocates in court on behalf of victims of revenge pornography (non-consensual pornography), physical and mental injury, and property destruction.

Unseen Impact 

Unseen Impact is a podcast that looks beyond legal headlines to explore how personal injury truly affects people’s lives. Hosted by Rory Pendergast—a legal marketing strategist with over a decade of experience in the justice space—the show examines the real-world consequences of accidents, negligence, and systemic failures. Each episode features conversations with professionals in mental health, physical rehabilitation, and law—as well as those with lived experience—to shed light on the emotional, physical, and financial aftermath of personal injury. Rory brings a thoughtful, trauma-informed lens to each interview, creating space for guests to share insights that help educate, humanize, and advocate.

Unseen Impact is a podcast that looks beyond legal headlines to explore how personal injury truly affects people&rsquo;s lives. Hosted by Rory Pendergast&mdash;a legal marketing strategist with over a decade of experience in the justice space&mdash;the show examines the real-world consequences of accidents, negligence, and systemic failures. Each episode features conversations with professionals in mental health, physical rehabilitation, and law&mdash;as well as those with lived experience&mdash;to shed light on the emotional, physical, and financial aftermath of personal injury. Rory brings a thoughtful, trauma-informed lens to each interview, creating space for guests to share insights that help educate, humanize, and advocate.

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