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2024-08-08

Greatest Hits: Os Guinness and Signals of Transcendence, Coming to Faith and Habits to Stay Centered

In this episode, I had the privilege of having a conversation with Os Guinness. Os is an author, social critic, and the great-great-great grandson of Arthur Guinness, the Dublin brewer. Os has spoken at many of the world’s major universities and at many political and business conferences across the world. He lives with his wife Jenny in the Washington DC area. Os shares about his early childhood in China during World War II, signals of transcendence, coming to faith, and practical ways to stay centered on our call.

2024-08-08

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43 min
19 maj

Shola Richards on Practicing Kindness in an Unkind World

In this episode, Tommy sits down with Shola Richards, known as The Kindness Extremist and Brother Teresa, to talk about what kindness actually looks like when life gets hard. Shola shares his story of moving from bullying, burnout, and a near tragic moment on an LA freeway to building a global mission around freakishly practical kindness. The conversation gets into the real difference between niceness and kindness, how to handle the toxic people in your life, and why the hardest person to be kind to is usually yourself. What You'll Hear in This Episode: Why kindness takes more courage than most people realizeShola's story of being highly sensitive, bullied, and burned out, and the moment that redirected his lifeThe clear difference between being nice and being kindSix warning signs of a truly toxic person versus someone just having a bad dayThe Just Like Me practice for staying open when you would normally judgeWhy forgiveness is an act of kindness toward yourself, not the person who hurt youA simple courtroom framework for cross-examining your own negative self-talkBox breathing, knowing your triggers, and other tools for staying responsive instead of reactive Timestamps: (0:00) Intro (4:01) Shola's Story (8:28) Making kindness freakishly practical (14:05) Why kindness takes real courage (16:30) Niceness vs kindness (19:00) Six warning signs of a toxic person (26:23) Are we part of the flood (29:18) The 'Just Like Me' practice (33:24) What forgiveness really means (42:25) Boundaries as a backdoor kindness (45:47) Turning kindness toward yourself (49:29) The courtroom of the mind (55:47) Where to find Shola Resources / Next Steps: Shola's website, thesholarichards.comThe Kindness Extremist PodcastShola on Substack and LinkedInCivil Unity by Shola RichardsGo Together Global

19 maj

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59 min
2025-02-13

Rediscovering Yourself Through Physical Fitness with Vic Marchetti

In this episode of 'Space for Life,' Tommy introduces Vic Marchetti, his personal trainer of two years, to discuss the profound interconnectedness of physical wellness with mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. The host shares his journey of achieving physical fitness and emphasizes how it has positively impacted various aspects of his life. Vic Marchetti talks about his background, including his transition from competitive soccer to bodybuilding and eventually to a career in personal training. He elaborates on foundational concepts like progressive overload, frequency versus intensity, and exercise snacking for beginners. The conversation explores practical steps for those new to fitness, stressing the importance of consistency over intensity. Both highlight the unexpected benefits of physical fitness on overall life satisfaction and offer ways for listeners to get started on their wellness journey. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://tommythompson.org Contact Vic at www.nextformfit.com or www.catalystfitrva.com

2025-02-13

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2021-05-20

Shawn Boyer: The Story Behind Snagajob (Part 2)

In this episode, Tommy sits down with Shawn Boyer – the founder of America’s #1 hourly marketplace, Snagajob. Shawn continues the story of his own journey and gets into how he is living into his purpose now.

2021-05-20

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22 min
2023-10-12

Friends & Enemies of Intimacy

Tommy and Patricia sit down to talk about intimacy and the importance of fulfilling relationships. Whether you are seeking relationships in marriage or friendship, we are made to have intimacy. In this episode, you will learn about what kind of enemies can get in the way of intimacy, as well as what can create more space for intimacy. Listen to how creating containers, establishing boundaries, and having discipline will lead to more close, intimate relationships in your life. Host: Tommy Thompson Website, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, & Twitter Co-Host: Patricia Clarke Website, Instagram, & Podcast “Lifted by Love” We not only naturally desire intimacy, but are created for intimate relationships.

2023-10-12

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52 min
2024-03-14

Find a Mentor, Be a Mentor

In this episode of 'Space for Life,' the topic revolves around the significance of adopting a long-term perspective on personal development and growth, focusing on becoming the person you wish to be over decades. Tommy encourages listeners to think beyond short-term gains and introduces the idea of mentorship as a life-enriching practice. Special attention is given to the role of mentors in various aspects of life, such as career, marriage, and personal growth, offering insights on finding a mentor and embracing the role of being a mentor to others. The episode shares practical advice on initiating mentorship relationships, benefiting from them, and contributing to others' lives, ultimately suggesting mentorship as a lifestyle for profound personal and communal growth. 00:00 Introduction to the Long Game in Life 00:55 Recap of Phenomenal Episodes and Their Impact 03:16 The Core Practice of Finding and Being a Mentor 06:41 Defining Mentorship and Its Importance 12:36 How to Find a Mentor: Strategies and Tips 18:05 The Transformative Power of Being a Mentor 22:23 Taking Action: A Challenge to Engage in Mentorship 24:50 Conclusion and Encouragement to Share the Episode

2024-03-14

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26 min
2021-05-13

Shawn Boyer: The Story Behind Snagajob (Part 1)

In this episode, Tommy sits down with Shawn Boyer – the founder of America’s #1 hourly marketplace, Snagajob. Shawn shares his own journey and the story behind creating Snagajob.

2021-05-13

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40 min
2025-10-23

Navigating the Future of Bible Translation with Wycliffe’s Meg Hunt

In this episode of Space for Life, host Tommy Thompson sits down with Meg Hunt, Senior Director of Strategic Services at Wycliffe Bible Translators USA, to explore how faith, technology, and community intersect in the mission to make God’s Word accessible to every language on Earth. Meg shares Wycliffe’s incredible progress toward its Vision 2025 goal—ensuring every language community has a Bible translation project in progress—and explains how AI is transforming translation work while maintaining a deep commitment to faithfulness and human oversight. Their conversation moves from the global mission of Wycliffe to personal reflections on faith, technology, and how communities can navigate the opportunities and challenges of AI together. Key TopicsWycliffe’s mission to make God’s Word available to every language and communityOver 7,000 languages worldwide, with more than 560 still without ScriptureThe story behind Vision 2025 and its bold goalHow AI supports translation while keeping humans at the centerPartnerships with local churches and communities worldwideBalancing innovation with integrity in faith-based workThe role of community and the church in navigating technologyHow AI can be both a tool for good and a challenge for discernmentPractical and personal reflections on using AI in daily lifeTimestamps:00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Episode 04:30 Meg’s Journey to Wycliffe and Church Planting in Orlando 12:10 The Mission and History of Wycliffe Bible Translators 19:45 Vision 2025: Every Language, Every Community 27:15 How AI is Changing Bible Translation 36:40 Faithful Translation and the Importance of Human Oversight 43:55 AI, Creativity, and Overcoming Global Barriers Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://tommythompson.org

2025-10-23

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50 min
2025-08-07

Greatest Hits: The Art and Joy of Journaling with Weezie Thompson

In this episode of 'Space for Life,' Tommy invites his wife of 42 years, Weezie, to discuss their shared passion for journaling. They explore how they've developed their unique journaling practices over the years and the profound impact it has had on their lives. Weezie breaks down her journaling process, including the tools she uses and the type of content she writes, emphasizing the importance of keeping the practice fun and personalized. The couple also reflects on how journaling has helped them navigate significant life challenges, such as their daughter's cancer diagnosis and the ensuing grief. They offer practical advice for those new to journaling, underscoring the importance of consistency and personal enjoyment. The episode aims to inspire listeners to start their own journaling journeys, providing them with various methods and approaches to make the practice a meaningful part of their lives. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! http://tommythompson.org

2025-08-07

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59 min
2025-12-11

Our Favorite Golf Games for Getting Better and Having More Fun

In this episode, Tommy and Joe walk through a wide range of golf games—both team-based and solo—that make golf more fun while also sharpening your skills. From classics like Nassau, Wolf, Skins and Bingo Bango Bongo to creative solo formats like forward-tee rounds, back-tee rounds and reverse scrambles, these games help sharpen strategy, create pressure, practice smarter, and bring creativity back to the course. They also explore how mixing up formats reveals weaknesses, builds confidence, and keeps golf fresh and enjoyable. Whether you're playing with friends or testing yourself alone, these games give you structure, focus, and a way to practice the mental game in real time. (0:00) Intro (3:15) Golf Games Glossary (11:53) The Benefit of Golf Games (13:33) Nassau (18:24) Wolf (26:19) Skins (28:29) Bingo Bango Bongo (34:13) 3 Sixes (36:10) Getting Creative with Formats (39:09) Solo Games (40:00) Playing from the Forward Tees (45:09) Playing from the Back Tees (47:11) Self-Scramble / Best Ball (52:29) Reverse Scramble (54:53) Final Thoughts Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!

2025-12-11

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59 min

Tommy offers messages of encouragement to help people grow in all areas of their life.

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Greatest Hits: Os Guinness and Signals of Transcendence, Coming to Faith and Habits to Stay Centered

Shola Richards on Practicing Kindness in an Unkind World

Rediscovering Yourself Through Physical Fitness with Vic Marchetti

Shawn Boyer: The Story Behind Snagajob (Part 2)

Friends & Enemies of Intimacy

Find a Mentor, Be a Mentor

Shawn Boyer: The Story Behind Snagajob (Part 1)

Navigating the Future of Bible Translation with Wycliffe’s Meg Hunt

Greatest Hits: The Art and Joy of Journaling with Weezie Thompson

Our Favorite Golf Games for Getting Better and Having More Fun

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