Inspiring Episodes

1,391 | Luke Mickelson Shares the Mission Behind 370,000 Beds DeliveredLuke Mickelson is the founder of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, the global nonprofit built on one powerful promise: No kid sleeps on the floor in our town.Raised on a farm in Kimberly, Idaho, Luke grew up with service woven in…

1,389 | M.E. Torrey on Writing With Purpose and Global ImpactM.E. Torrey has been captivated by words since childhood. By age eleven she was devouring classic literature, and after spending much of her youth living in France, England, and Germany, she developed a deep appreciation for culture, …

1,384 | Elizabeth De Sevo on Choosing Moments That Shape Your LifeElizabeth De Sevo is a New Jersey native turned Madrileña who lives between the United States and Spain. An author, speaker, and global producer, she has managed the careers of Olympic figure skaters and produced live sporting ev…

1,368 | Mark Victor Hansen Shares the Mindset Behind 59 #1 BestsellersMark Victor Hansen is best known as the co-author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series and brand, a global phenomenon that has sold more than 500 million books worldwide. His work has achieved fifty-nine #1 New York Times …

1,349 | Dr. Lisa Christie on Living With Integrity, Compassion, and FaithDr. Lisa Christie is a singer, nutritionist, and Christian counselor whose journey reflects grace, strength, and unwavering faith. From being crowned Mrs. America and Mrs. New York to inspiring audiences worldwide, Lisa’s …

1,339 | Candi Usher Shares a Joyful Approach to Life and GrowthCandi Usher is a Navy veteran, BookFest award-winning author, minister, teacher, and doctorate student in Clinical Psychology. An omnivert with a passion for learning, she blends her love for literature, science, and history with a …

1,333 | Chris Orcutt on Why Authentic Writing Always WinsChris Orcutt is an award-winning novelist and professional writer with more than thirty years of experience and over a dozen meticulously crafted books to his name.Born in Maine and based in New York’s Hudson Valley, he graduated summ…

1,330 | Matteo Esposito on Turning Autism Into Artistic PurposeMatteo Esposito is an Autistic playwright, props designer, actor, and singer-songwriter from Canada whose work celebrates creativity, inclusion, and the transformative power of theatre and music.His acclaimed play Sorting It Out…

1,329 | Tewabech Genet Stewart Shares a Hopeful Framework for Child Welfare ReformTewabech Genet Stewart is a visionary leader, abolitionist, and advocate dedicated to reimagining child welfare and creating a world where families are strengthened, not separated.After spending 22 years insid…

1,316 | Teresa Phillips Helps Others Reconnect With Their LightTeresa Phillips is a musician and singer whose journey through trauma has become a powerful source of healing and inspiration. Through her music, she transforms pain into purpose, using song and storytelling to uplift others on thei…

1,307 | Tracy Smaldino Talks About Building a Safe Space for SurvivorsTracy Smaldino is the creator and host of Trauma Rock Stars, a podcast dedicated to turning pain into purpose and helping others find light through healing.A survivor of a devastating childhood accident and years of traum…

1,305 | Dr. Lisa Christie Explains How to Lead a Life Rooted in CompassionDr. Lisa Christie is a singer, nutritionist, and Christian counselor whose life embodies purpose, resilience, and faith. From being crowned Mrs. America and Mrs. New York to inspiring audiences worldwide as a performer, s…

1,288 | Equity, Leadership, and Heart: Dr. Cynthia Rapaido’s Education FrameworkDr. Cynthia Rapaido is an award-winning educator, leadership coach, and author dedicated to shaping inclusive and transformative learning environments. With over 30 years of experience in K–12 education, she has ser…

1,278 | Kevin Hipes on Surviving, Reinventing, and Laughing Through It AllKevin Hipes is a born storyteller, lifelong entrepreneur, and proud New Yorker with a personality as big as the adventures he’s lived. Often called “the New York Forrest Gump,” Kevin’s life has taken him from the streets …

1,273 | Heidy De La Cruz on Why Immigrant Stories Matter Now More Than EverHeidy De La Cruz is a podcaster, speaker, and podcast coach passionate about amplifying immigrant voices and empowering Latina women to share their stories. She is the host of the two-time award-winning podcast “The Amer…

1,258 | Jaze Bordeaux on Cinema’s Power to Change HistoryJaze Bordeaux (pronounced “JAYZ bor-DOE”) is a Canadian filmmaker, writer-director, producer, and creative entrepreneur who builds films with a clear, practical playbook. An award-winning storyteller, he unites rigorous craft with bold, g…

1,251 | How Dr. Josh McConkey Inspires the Next Generation of LeadersDr. (Colonel) Josh McConkey is a best-selling, award-winning author and esteemed Emergency Physician with over 20 years of clinical experience. A former Duke University professor and Board-Certified Emergency Medicine physicia…

1,248 | The Power of Self-Worth: Deborah Weed’s Inspiring StoryDeborah Weed is a creative whirlwind and motivator. As the Founder of the Self-worth Initiative, her mission is to foster self-worth through creative IP’s and to elevate our world with stories that have a message.Deborah's raiso…

1,234 | How to Inspire Commitment and Deep Connection with Valerie GreeneValerie Greene is a unique relationship mentor, author, and speaker who helps women to inspire their man to fulfill their deepest needs and desires. A highly successful alternative to relationship therapy, Valerie helps wo…

1,223 | Marilyn Raichle on Caregiving, Creativity, and ConnectionMarilyn Raichle, author of Don’t Walk Away, grew up in the shadow of Alzheimer’s. Nearly everyone in her father’s family and many in her mother’s developed the disease. Her mother Jean told her, “When we get Alzheimer’s, walk away…

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1,217 | Kate Castro on Music, Healing, and Finding Awe in LifeKate Castro, a Singer/Songwriter from Spokane, Washington. I started singing at the age of 5 and at age 15 began performing at ceremonial functions and city sporting events. I was a member of choirs and women's quartets in high schoo…

1,204 | How Tricia Parido Transforms Perfectionists Into Emotionally Agile LeadersTricia Parido is an Emotional Agility Strategist and the founder of Turning Leaves, where stressed-out, high-functioning perfectionists learn how to stop surviving and start living with clarity, calm, and emotiona…

1,201 | How Christine Sadry Dedicated Her Life to Service at the United NationsChristine Sadry was born in Krasne, Poland, and was adopted in 1964 by a Polish American couple who lived in the United States. After graduating from West Catholic girls high school in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Chr…