A Side of Hope Podcast
A Podcast for Human Service Professionals
If you are a human service professional, social worker, or one in the making, you’re in the right place. We’re here to help you navigate the messiness of human services with inspiration, tools, and support. Join our podcast community and listen today.


Melanie Bazile
I’m Melanie Bazile, a long-time professional in the human services arena. It seems like just yesterday when I was getting my serendipitous start in human services discovering the messiness that comes with working with people. Years of challenges and learning led to the emergence of hope and grit. I have experienced a spectrum of human service organizational culture, finally landing at the work family and career home that I was destined for. At Compass, we created A Side of Hope to give you inspiration, tools, and support as you navigate your career in human services.
Season 2
Season 2 is almost here!
We’re bringing bold ideas, inspiring voices, and game-changing conversations to Side of Hope. New season, new voices, same mission. Join us as we unpack the power of inclusion, leadership, and personal growth with incredible guests like Peter Leidy, Sarah Manuel, and Danny Silk!
Season 2 Sneak Peek
- Peter Leidy – Using music and humor to champion inclusion
- Sarah Manuel – How vision shapes reality
- Danny Silk – Building leadership cultures that last
- Zach Anner – Humor, resilience, and embracing challenges.
