100 episodes

We tell inspiring stories about people who do amazing things for others.

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    • Society & Culture
    • 4.9 • 224 Ratings

We tell inspiring stories about people who do amazing things for others.

    Kimi Culp: Learning the Generosity of Resilience, Leaving Behind Oprah and Network TV, and Finding Your Personal Mission

    Kimi Culp: Learning the Generosity of Resilience, Leaving Behind Oprah and Network TV, and Finding Your Personal Mission

    Kimi was a successful television producer working with the biggest networks, like CNN, NBC and Oprah. But a mountaintop revelation led her to leave it all behind. Today she’s the voice behind what might be the world’s first “one for one” charitable podcast. Her show features people who’ve survived terrible ordeals. In this interview, she shares the inspiring lessons she’s learned from them.

    Follow Kimi’s show on Instagram @allthewiserpodcast

    We discuss: 
    What makes a great story — and how to tell it well
    The overarching lessons Kimi has learned from her guests on the show
    Her work on the excellent documentary Gleason, which captures the experience of an NFL player battling against Lou Gehrig’s disease — and which is I think just an outstanding tribute to human courage and faith
    The toughest story Kimi has ever told on her podcast
    And lastly, toward the end of our interview, you’ll hear a special surprise we have for Kimi 
     

    • 32 min
    Amy O’Dell of Jacob’s Ladder: Turning Obstacles into Joy and Hope for Kids

    Amy O’Dell of Jacob’s Ladder: Turning Obstacles into Joy and Hope for Kids

    In a conversation made possible by listeners like you, Amy shares the story of how medical experts wrote off her son Jacob – but she refused to accept it. Instead, she gave up everything to help him. And along the way, she developed a method that’s not only helped Jacob thrive, it today helps hundreds of other kids develop at their school, Jacob’s Ladder. 
    Follow them on Instagram @jacobsladder407.  
    We discuss: 
    What happened on the day Amy walked off her job to care for Jacob full-time  How her work with Jacob started in the kitchen  The first child Amy assisted other than her own son (and how it grew to more than 4,000 kids to date)  The first thing children with neurodevelopmental disorders need  Jacob’s life today  A story showing why hard things are worth persevering through  What keeps Amy from becoming exhausted  

    • 51 min
    Bob Goff: How to Live an Undistracted Life

    Bob Goff: How to Live an Undistracted Life

    In this unpredictable and fun conversation, Goff – who’s a best-selling author and philanthropist – answers questions from you, our listeners. Along the way he explains how “air distracts him” and what he’s learned to do fix that. Follow him on Twitter or Instagram @bobgoff.  
    We discuss: 
    Bob’s journey from high-powered lawyer to popular speaker and writer.  Curious tactics for staying focused, including a countdown clock for your life.  What Bob learned from being 10,000 miles away from any other person.  The magic of “small beginnings,” and how you can do better at turning intention into action. 

    • 44 min
    Kim Scott: On Radical Candor and Ruinous Empathy

    Kim Scott: On Radical Candor and Ruinous Empathy

    Scott, a management expert who’s led teams at Google and coached high-profile CEOs, shares a groundbreaking framework for delivering better feedback to others. Follow her on Twitter @kimballscott 
    We’ll discuss: 
    How people in different generations can offer more candid and effective feedback to each other.
    The new realities of leading a team in the digital age, where every video call can become permanent record. 
    Why Kim is optimistic about the future, and thinks the class of 2020 might solve some of our most pressing problems. 
     

    • 45 min
    The Return on Generosity, with Shannon Cassidy

    The Return on Generosity, with Shannon Cassidy

    A high-profile executive coach, author and podcaster explains why generosity is a state of mind, and how you can shape a more generous life through observation and practice. 
     

    • 39 min
    Ryan Backmann: Helping Those Left Behind By “True Crime” Mysteries

    Ryan Backmann: Helping Those Left Behind By “True Crime” Mysteries

    His father’s murder went unsolved. But Backmann did not give up. Today his organization, Project: Cold Case, assists families and keeps memories alive.

    • 31 min

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4.9 out of 5
224 Ratings

224 Ratings

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This podcast consistently brings uplifting messages about people doing good for others. It immediately improves my day by thinking about how I can help others. Thank you for putting this positivity out into the world!

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Thank you Frank and team for bringing us these episodes. It’s inspiring to hear the acts of goodness others make, big or small. It’s comforting to know people truly are good, care and are kind. These stories make a difference. Beyond Grateful!

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