Dream Big Podcast with Bob Goff and Friends AccessMore

In this conversation, Bob catches up with his friend John Michael Talbot, a prolific author and musician who lives in a monastery. John Michael shares his journey from being a musician in a band to living a monastic life. He talks about his conversion to Christianity and his exploration of different faith traditions. John Michael also discusses the daily life in the monastery and the importance of community. He encourages listeners to find or create their own communities and to live a life of purpose and intention.
Late Have I Loved You is his 59th album
Connect with John Michael Talbot and listen to his 59th album, “Late Have I Loved You”: www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com
Connect with Bob: @bobgoff
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Bob stumbled upon McKinnon Galloway through social media, where she teaches basic sign language. As a teenager, she was diagnosed with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2), a rare and incurable genetic disorder that causes tumors to grow on nerves throughout the body, leading to her deafness. McKinnon has a beautiful ambition of bridging the gap between the hearing and deaf communities, which led her to start the Deaf District—a community where deaf or hard of hearing individuals can find resources, support, and a sense of belonging. Join us for an inspiring conversation about the challenges she has faced, the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive people, and the power of words.
Connect with McKinnon: @thatdeafchickmk
Learn more about Deaf District: www.deafdistrict.com
Connect with Bob: @bobgoff
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Come join Bob and some of his friends for a workshop this fall! Visit bobgoff.com/events to learn more.

In this episode, my friend, Jose Arellano, shares his journey from joining a gang and experiencing incarceration to finding hope and purpose at Homeboy Industries. He discusses the impact of gang culture and the violence that comes with it. Jose also reflects on the death of his mother and how it led to a shift in his perspective. He highlights the importance of creating opportunities for individuals to reshape their hearts and lives.
Connect with Jose: instagram.com/josearellanoofficial
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https://homeboyindustries.org/
Connect with Bob: instagram.com/bobgoff

Kevin Kelly shares his journey from a life of crime and incarceration to finding faith and serving the poor and marginalized. He emphasizes the importance of meeting and learning from people in difficult circumstances, as they can be our teachers. Kevin and his wife Molly run Basic Ministry, a nonprofit that feeds and supports the homeless in Los Angeles. They also work with The Last Mile, teaching coding and audio-video production to incarcerated individuals to help them gain marketable skills. Kevin's ultimate goal is to continue serving the poor and expanding Basic Ministry's impact.
Connect with Kevin on Instagram: @brotherboston
Basic Ministry: @basic.137
Connect with Bob: @bobgoff

Today I’m with my new friend, Emmanuel Acho. Emmanuel is a former NFL linebacker, modern thought leader and New York Times bestselling author. We chat about his background, faith journey, and his work in embracing uncomfortable conversations. He talks about the pressure to conform and the importance of leading with delight. Emmanuel emphasizes the importance of creating safe spaces for dialogue and encourages us to take a genuine interest in others. Be sure to check out Emmanuel's series on YouTube and his newest book release called “Uncomfortable Conversations with a Jew”.
Connect with Emmanuel: @emmanuelacho
Connect with Bob: @bobgoff

Today I get to sit down with a longtime friend of mine, Carey Nieuwhof. Listen in with us as we discuss the importance of optimism and how we might rebuild our optimism after having experienced burnout. We chat about the value of friendship, curiosity, and the intentional pursuit of shared experiences. We also talk about the role of leaders in empowering others and building community, and the importance of taking action and activating our faith.
Check out Carey's Art of Leadership Academy
Connect with Carey: @careynieuwhof
Connect with Bob: @bobgoff