Keshav: Pipes for the People

Episode 34 • April 22, 2026 • 00:17:35
Keshav: Pipes for the People
Simple Acts, Big Impact
Keshav: Pipes for the People

Apr 22 2026 | 00:17:35

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Hosted By

Natalie Silverstein, MPH

Show Notes

Over the four years of doing this podcast, I have had the privilege of learning about some incredible social impact projects that take a unique approach to solving a difficult problem, but my guest today has one of the most interesting stories I've heard.  Keshav, a high school junior from Houston Texas, started playing the bagpipes in 2nd grade. After making a connection between lung capacity and the practice of blowing into the bagpipes, he created Pipes for the People to help children and adults who live with cystic fibrosis and other lung diseases.

Learn more at www.pipesforthepeople.com

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