The Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast is designed to give you more joy, less fear, and no end to the evidence that a bright future is possible. Each episode, we help you make sense of the world by introducing you to people tackling some of the world’s most difficult problems and show you why they still think the future is bright.
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.
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.
AJ Crabill, a top expert in education leadership, joins us with a fresh, transformative approach to unlocking every child’s potential. He shares why our current system misses the mark—and how it could create a radically better future for us all.
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.
Sascha Mayer is the founder of a company called Mamava, the Vermont business behind an entirely new product that stands out, not only for its brilliance, but also for its retroactively obvious necessity: Private pods for breastfeeding mothers.
Let’s turn our backs on the fear and worst-case-scenarios of artificial intelligence for a minute, and allow ourselves to get curious about the positive potential! Tech expert Arthur Zards is here to teach us just how (and why) we need to learn to ‘vibe’ with AI in our everyday lives!
Kaaren Oldfield is a true unsung hero in Urban conservation. She’s helped preserve over 40,000 acres of green space around Chicago by spearheading 14 voter-approved referendums, raising more than $1 billion for forest preservation—creating a healthier, happier place to live in more ways than you’d expect.
Enock Glidden is an unstoppable outdoorsman and athlete, and a champion of breaking barriers. Born with spina bifida and paralyzed from the waist down, Enock has tackled challenges most of us wouldn't dream of—like climbing Yosemite’s legendary El Capitan! His “How can I?” mindset has turned obstacles into adventures, and his resilience and love for the outdoors are inspiring others to reimagine what’s possible.
John Sabraw is an artist whose work has captured the interest of TIME Magazine. Together with Dr. Guy Riefler, he is transforming toxic mining waste into beautiful paint pigments, showing us how we can heal the environment through creativity and community—and how teamwork makes problem-solving not just effective, but amazingly fun.
Whether you want to like the way you look in photos, or just want to feel better in your own skin, body image expert and best-selling author Teri Hofford has the tools to lift you up. With her warm, refreshingly honest personality and insightful tips, she’s helps us celebrate ALL our unique shapes and sizes (and expose those pesky beauty standards!)
Kendra Bergman is the founder of Coastal Connections, an amazing organization protecting the coastal habitats in Indian River County, Florida—with a special focus on sea turtle conservation. Bergman and her 150 dedicated volunteers not only educate the community, but also organize hands-on conservation trips—including journeys to Costa Rica, to safeguard sea turtles there.
We’re honored to have astronaut Nicole Stott join us for a follow-up to her last appearance, where she explains the success of day-to-day life on the International Space Station. After spending 100 days in space, Stott has brought back some terrific insights, including tools that we can use to succeed right here on Earth—together.
Frank White is renowned for coining the term "overview effect" to describe the profound and transformative experience astronauts have when they view Earth from space, recognizing its fragility and interconnectedness.
CEO Cheldin Barlatt Rumer is the powerhouse behind the 'This Is It Network,' a global female-and-minority-owned digital streaming entertainment and education platform. Known for her dynamic insights on personal branding, networking, storytelling, and empowerment, Cheldin shares her journey helping others "scream their dream." Whether you're an entrepreneur, or simply looking for some motivation to find what’s next for you, this is one conversation you won't want to miss.
Dr. Jack Gilbert is a luminary in the hidden world of our microbiomes—the trillions of tiny organisms that live in and on our bodies. Dr. Gilbert's groundbreaking research has shed light on how the makeup of this ecosystem on our bodies is shaping our health; from personalized medicine to mental health, to chronic disease response, his work is unlocking the secrets that will change our shared future.
Flint Sparks, a Zen teacher and licensed psychologist of 40 years, shares some practical but transformative practices, blending Eastern philosophy with Western psychology to navigate life's challenges. We talk about the barriers we might be unknowingly putting up against our own happiness, and how we can break them down to give ourselves a boost of clarity and connection.