Happiness & Hope

Need a pick-me-up? These feel-good tales of people changing the world for the better will restore your confidence in humanity and put a spring in your step.

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Carbon Isn’t the Villain?! Change How You See the World with Paul Hawken (Episode #212)

Entrepreneur and climate change innovator Paul Hawken joins us for a warm, candid chat as much about the poetry of life as it is about the science of carbon. Paul may be an expert in his field, but in this podcast episode we’re just two ordinary people, unraveling the mysteries of the universe together.

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You’re One Question Away from a Better Life – with Marc Champagne (Episode #210)

You’re One Question Away from a Better Life – with Marc Champagne (Episode #210) Marc Champagne, author of Personal Socrates, joins us in this episode to explore how asking the right questions can shift our mindset, unlock possibilities, and help…

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Generations of Love Sewn into the Quilts of Gee’s Bend

In a tiny community tucked in a bend in the Alabama River, quilters are carrying on a tradition over a century old. In the past few decades, their quilts have moved from bedroom cupboards to the walls of museums across America! Here's their beautiful story.

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Driving 3,000 Miles For A Better Type of Business: The Gratitude Economy with Corrin Thompson

This week we’re diving into a movement you might already be part of without even realizing it: the Gratitude Economy. Our guest, Corinne Thompson, co-owner of Thompson’s RV, shares how her family’s business is thriving by prioritizing trust, care, and connection over transactions.

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Image: A rubber ducky wearing sunglasses floating in a pool; just like the rubber ducky you could use to practice positive self-talk.

Best Friend or Bully? The Power of Positive Self-Talk

Talking to yourself. Is it a sign of intelligence? Does it make you appear insane? Maybe a little of both. We’re breaking down fact from fiction about the different types of self-talk, and uncovering why the words we say to ourselves hold such immense power around our personal happiness.

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This Forester’s Radical Ideas Could Save Our Ecosystems! with Ethan Tapper

This Forester’s Radical Ideas Could Save Our Ecosystems! with Ethan Tapper The title of Ethan Tapper’s book, ‘How to Love a Forest,’ would lead one to believe that it is, in fact, about forests, but there is so much more…

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The Joy of Sharing Ageless Wisdom with the Next Generation

Whether you're just starting out on your journey or you've become a master of your craft, you can be a part of a cycle that goes back millennia. What is this ancient cycle and how can it apply to our lives today? Let's head to the hills of Colorado and find out!

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No Need to “Fix Yourself” – The Journey of Being Human with Flint Sparks

What do therapy and Zen Buddhism have in common? In this episode, psychologist, Zen master Flint Sparks shares how growing up (emotionally) and waking up (spiritually) can transform our everyday lives. If you’re curious about how to handle life’s messiness with a little more grace and a lot more ease, you won’t want to miss this conversation. It’s practical, uplifting, and refreshingly real!

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Swimsuit Heroines: Meet the Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage!

Let’s dive in and learn how Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage are making a splash cleaning up Cape Cod’s ponds, and beyond!

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The Art of Growing Bigger Than Your Problems with Dr. Srikumar Rao

Dr. Srikumar Rao, a global thought leader in wisdom traditions, joins me today to share how to reframe stress, redefine success, and uncover meaning in every moment.

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How to Bridge Generational Divides

This piece was originally published as a part of the Goodness Exchange’s Friday Newsletter. Click here to subscribe! Did you know that this is the first time in modern history when four different generations are coming to the workplace together?…

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A Music Icon’s Guide to Staying Hopeful in Uncertain Times with Noel Paul Stookey (Episode #202)

We’re thrilled to welcome Noel Paul Stookey, legendary musician and social activist best known as part of the iconic folk trio Peter, Paul, and Mary—creators of such classic songs like “If I Had a Hammer,” “Blowin’ in the Wind,” and “Puff the Magic Dragon.” For over six decades, Stookey has stood as a beacon of resilience and optimism, using his music and his philosophy of 'Big Love' to inspire hope and unity.

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