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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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!

1 h 9 min watch

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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!

1 h 5 min watch

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?…

58 min watch

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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