181 episodes
Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast Goodness Exchange
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4.9 • 22 Ratings
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More joy, less fear, and no end to the evidence that a bright future is possible. Hosted by Dr. Lynda Ulrich, co-founder of the Goodness Exchange, 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.
Find more good news at the Goodness Exchange, a media outlet helping you cut through today’s negative noise, saving your time and sanity with instant access to positive news, fresh insights, and uplifting perspectives.
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180. Transforming Stressful Spaces with Nature Photography with Ernesto Rodriguez
Ernesto Rodriguez is using a lifetime of experiences bridging art, science, and nature to create healing environments, and he can teach us how to combine our own unique life experiences to create real impact in remarkable ways. During this interview, you may see a path for yourself appear: one that allows you to live with joyous energy to the very end.
Chapters
00:00 – Intro & Welcome
04:20 – Origins of Ernesto’s Projects
08:55 – Ernesto’s Journey
15:05 – The Psychological Benefits of Trees
23:21 – Break
25:38 – Listen to the Universe
34:20 – A Lesson in Perseverance in Innovation
40:15 – The Importance of Nature
44:02 – Closing -
179. Save the Sloths and You Save Everything Else with Dr. Rebecca Cliffe
Dr. Rebecca Cliffe is the founder of one of the world’s largest organizations for the conservation of the endearing, always-smiling sloth. Sloths aren’t just the latest trendy, adorable animal: Dr. Cliffe is here to inform us that they are worth every moment of constant attention and adoration, and to help us understand how we can assist this remarkable wildlife partner.
Chapters
00:00 – Intro & Welcome
03:58 – Slow & Steady Wins the Race
06:15 – The Issues Sloths Face
09:05 – Dr. Cliffe’s Finds Her True Calling
14:45 – Celebrate the Wins No Matter What
18:17 – Break
20:35 – The Sloth Conservation Foundation’s Mission
23:45 – Travel Savvy Tips For Ethical Animal Treatment
31:25 – Creating a Sloth-Friendly Urban Environment
38:27 – The Need for Greater Sloth Research
45:25 – The Importance of Sloths in Their Ecosystems
48:44 – Future Goals for The Sloth Conservation Foundation
51:10 – How to Support the Sloths
56:35 – Closing -
178. Looking to Nature to Solve Complex Problems with Katie Losey
Did you know that many of the design and engineering problems we face today have already been solved through millions of years of evolution, by nature itself? Katie Losey, a science writer, is passionately advocating for the use of biomimicry—the study and application of nature’s hidden genius—in modern problem-solving.
Chapters
00:00 – Intro & Welcome
03:08 – What is Biomimicry?
09:27 – The Earth Calendar Analogy
12:24 – Ways Biomimicry Can Lead to True Progress
18:50 – The Elegant Simplicity of Nature
22:55 – Break
25:12 – Katie’s Journey into Biomimicry
32:15 –Biomimicry’s Regenerative Solutions
36:00 – Carl Sagan’s Quote About Stardust
41:22 – We Are Nature
44:36 – What Should People Do Next?
48:30 – Closing -
177. Why Optimism Is Your Greatest Survival Skill with Bill Burke
Bill Burke is the former CEO of The Weather Channel, and former President of the TBS Superstation. His long life at the highest echelons of media leadership has made him a master at choosing his own perspective, and he considers optimism to be one of our greatest superpowers. In this episode, he shares his insights about how it’s possible to harness the power of optimism with a few key strategies.
Chapters
00:00 – Intro & Welcome
2:28 –Why Bill Started Advocating for Optimism
4:32 – Bill’s Definition of Optimism
7:30 – The Science of Optimism
17:05 – Break
19:22 – Challenging Sociology Studies
22:19 – Challenges Left by Past Generations
30:41 – Pessimism is the Evil Twin of Cynicism
32:15 – Gen Z Will be the Greatest Generation in Human History
34:55 – You See What You Look For
40:23 – Our Responsibility to Lead Others Up
49:17 – The Blue Sky Podcast
53:05 – David Von Drehle’s Cardinal Story
57:01 – How the News Skews Our Perceptions
59:35 – Our Outlook is a Choice
1:01:50 – Closing -
176. Finding Common Ground, No Matter How Far Apart We Stand with Kyle Dodson
Kyle Dodson is a master when it comes to building bridges that know no bounds within communities. He can turn almost any negative notion on its side, inspect it from a fresh angle, and transform it into a source of positive ripple effects—and in that rare talent, he shows us how to invite others into a place of possibility.
Chapters
00:00 - Intro & Welcome
03:15 - The Power of Intention
05:15 - Community Crossroads
11:50 - Kyle's Story
23:00 - Show Up With Grace
30:44 - Break
33:00 - Do the Work
41:48 - A Story of Doing Work in Unheralded Ways
46:57 - The Power of Community
51:00 - A Few Caring People Can Change the World
56:50 - Choose Where You Direct Your Energy
1:05:00 - The Power of Curiosity and Relationship
1:09:53 - Closing -
175. Here’s Your Permission Slip to Embrace Your Individuality with Abby Wren & Wade Holland
Our guests today, Abby Wren and Wade Holland, are pushing back the edges of what’s “acceptable” and thereby opening up a whole new landscape for people who’d like to celebrate their uniqueness more. If your inner light is being dimmed (even a little) by the pressure to fit in or some life circumstance feels like a limitation, you will love this episode.
Chapters
00:00 – Intro & Welcome
03:05 – Exploring Creative Journeys and Advocacy
07:59 – The Significance of Authentic Connections
11:25 – Embracing Vulnerability and Personal Growth
17:26 – Cultivating a Positive Impact Through Social Media
25:25 – Navigating Personal and Professional Growth
33:08 – Embracing Change and New Opportunities
41:00 – Break
43:15 – The Role of Community and Support Systems
49:58 – Future Aspirations and Continuing the Journey
57:03 – Concluding Thoughts
Customer Reviews
Why Optimism — why not!
Another Grand Slam podcast full of incredible info and resources to dig into. This is a must listen to for everyone. Thank you Lynda
The Conspiracy of Goodness
It is indeed challenging to be a positive person in this world. It seems that from the time we’re born until we pass, negativity surrounds us. From every corner of our environment, the media, TV, internet, our work environment, our friends, family and even ourselves, be it purposeful or subtle, can be a source or influence for negativity.
Therefore it is also indeed a great breath of fresh air for someone like Dr. Lynda and her group to show and share in the potential for good each of us can make if we are willing to work for it.
Dr. Lynda and the Conspiracy for Goodness podcast brings forth and unite individuals from around the world who are changing the world for the better and but just as important, challenging us to do the same. I applaud your work!
Dan Fritts
A joyous listening experience
This is one of my very favorite podcasts. So grateful to have discovered the Goodness Exchange and be treated with so many uplifting and inspiring messages from Dr. Lynda and her guests. Sometimes my whole day just seems brighter from having listened. Thank you!