53 episodes
It's Not All Bad Stewart Devine
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- Society & Culture
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5.0 • 18 Ratings
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This podcast is created and hosted by Stewart Devine. He is an international traveler, former US Diplomat, imperfect, and an avid consumer of news and politics
Stewart does solo and with guest episodes to discuss real issues of everyday life, including politics, humor, and human relations. Listeners will also gain insight into themselves, and latest issues in the US and internationally.
He strays off the well-worn path of thoughtless banter. Some show topics are lighthearted while others are truly deep and thought provoking. Listen in wherever you download your podcasts.
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Who Knows Why, But We Continue On.
As you know, it's good for us to reflect on life every now and then. Of course, all of us do this just a matter of having life on this planet. I discuss some aspects of reflection during this short episode. Nothing too deep, but deep enough to maybe cause some to pause and think "hmm."
The goal of my podcast is to discuss interesting topics either in solo episodes or with guests and guest-hosts. Sharing thoughts on different issues, especially those that are humorous, thoughtful, and thought-provoking, meaningful, insightful, and even heartwarming at times.
**Comments and/or opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own**
You can listen to and subscribe to, "It's Not All Bad," that's available from the following platforms and others wherever you listen to your podcasts:
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*Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-not-all-bad/id1574392751?uo=4
*Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0X6Gn9zC85iEyfKbNmpINM
*Pocket Casts - https://pca.st/beu5r0lv
*RadioPublic - https://radiopublic.com/its-not-all-bad-WDjRy7
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Drum Major Instinct, and Life’s Blue Print – Our Better Selves
Every now and then, we need to remind ourselves of our humanity and needed humility. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. King was a philosopher, minister, husband, parent, and activist for social justice. His focus on racial equality for African Americans is known the world over. But there's even more to Dr. King than social activism, many of his messages and speeches also focused on various aspects of interpersonal and international relations, the destructive nature of egos gone awry, and the importance of taming our worst interpersonal emotions and desires.
This episode isn't about race or ethnic turmoil. It's about human nature and his thoughts on how to avoid the trap of some who believe everyone else is worthy of respect except themselves. I've also included audio excerpts from some of his speeches and sermons. I hope you find it interesting, and if you do, please consider sharing this episode with family, friends, acquaintances, and colleagues.
The goal of my podcast is to have interesting guests share their thoughts on different issues, have guest co-hosts to discuss various topics (especially those that offer humor), and even share short episodes in which I discuss thoughtful and even heartwarming issues.
**Comments and/or opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own**
You can listen to and subscribe to, "It's Not All Bad," that's available from the following platforms:
*Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy82MDYwNGQ2MC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==
*Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-not-all-bad/id1574392751?uo=4
*Breaker - https://www.breaker.audio/its-not-all-bad
*Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0X6Gn9zC85iEyfKbNmpINM
*Pocket Casts - https://pca.st/beu5r0lv
*RadioPublic - https://radiopublic.com/its-not-all-bad-WDjRy7
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Self-Reflection - Don't Resist It!
This is one my shortest episodes. It's a simple conversation about the potential positive outcomes of self-reflection, including the positive boost a person may get when taking in the brightness of witnessing others sharing positive humor, laughter, and each other's company. It's actually easy to do and almost a must do if resist the daily pressures of work, relationships, and the many loops life throws in the path of all of us.
The goal of my podcast is to discuss interesting topics either in solo episodes or with guests and guest-hosts. Sharing thoughts on different issues, especially those that are humorous, thoughtful, and thought-provoking, meaningful, insightful, and even heartwarming at times.
*LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stewart-devine
**Comments and/or opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own**
You can listen to and subscribe to, "It's Not All Bad," that's available from the following platforms and others wherever you listen to your podcasts:
*Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c30a8c47-7e48-4bed-8ffb-402079d82a4d/it's-not-all-bad
*Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy82MDYwNGQ2MC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==
*Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-not-all-bad/id1574392751?uo=4
*Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0X6Gn9zC85iEyfKbNmpINM
*Pocket Casts - https://pca.st/beu5r0lv
*RadioPublic - https://radiopublic.com/its-not-all-bad-WDjRy7
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What’s Important? You Decide.
I realize I frequently discuss liberal democracy, voting, encouraging voters to research the issues, and decide on which candidate and political party supports the ideal our democracy is important and actually is quite fragile in today's hyper polarized political environment. I discuss some various aspects that you may consider important for people of the United States as we consider who we are as a country during this critical point in time. Thanks for listening.
The goal of my podcast is to discuss interesting topics either in solo episodes or with guests and guest-hosts. Sharing thoughts on different issues, especially those that are humorous, thoughtful, and thought-provoking, meaningful, insightful, and even heartwarming at times.
*LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stewart-devine
**Comments and/or opinions expressed by the host and guests are their own**
You can listen to and subscribe to, "It's Not All Bad," that's available from the following platforms and others wherever you listen to your podcasts:
*Amazon - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/c30a8c47-7e48-4bed-8ffb-402079d82a4d/it's-not-all-bad
*Google Podcasts - https://www.google.com/podcasts?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy82MDYwNGQ2MC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw==
*Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-not-all-bad/id1574392751?uo=4
*Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0X6Gn9zC85iEyfKbNmpINM
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Aware - That's a Good Thing
Being aware of what we say and do are important. Of course, this word "aware" is now often associated with the new word, "Woke," and it's thoroughly weaponized to the point many people are offended at others who are "aware" or "woke" to slights and even injustices. This is especially true concerning racial and ethnicities, gender issues, religion, and even against people who have physical and emotional challenges. This short episode is about this topic. I find peace in being aware or woke to the plight of others. I hope this is the same with many of my listeners.
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Bigotry is Out In The Open and Appears Almost Fashionable Again - Disgusting!
Various social media outlets and some podcasts openly foment bigotry, racism, antisemitism, islamaphobia, and spew anti LGBTQ hatred. To be certain, this kind of thinking has been, is, and will always be. But there was a time when openly and brazenly spouting this hate-filled garbage would have been relegated to the darkness of maybe close family and friends, or some obscure publication. No more, it's on Twitter and all manner of other media outlets. Indeed, there's even a major cable news network via which some of its hosts traffic in and encourages dislike or even hatred of people of color and the LGBTQ community.
It's gotten to the point where a White nationalists/racist and a Black antisemite can dine with a former US president, without major coordinated condemnation or repudiation from that president's political party.
Just as we have a problem with mass shootings that's normal in American society, it's now normal for bigotry to be out in the open with plenty of people jumping on that disgusting train of society-destroying bile. As I discuss in this episode, whether White, Black, Jew, Muslim, Christian, Asian, faith-based or atheist, all must speak out against this senseless hatred. Don't give anyone, regardless of race or gender or religion, a free pass to divide us as a nation and as a people.
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Customer Reviews
Stop and breath
“Let’s take it slow this time” episode was a good reminder that a person’s simple positive action can have a big impact on someone’s day. Even a simple smile and thank you.
Edifying
This is a consistently thoughtful and uplifting listen. Topics and guests are varied and diverse. The host is a great interviewer and conversationalist. Each episode leaves me with a more positive view of the world and my colleagues.
Just in time!
Just in time! Amazing enthusiasm from the host. Incredible guests. Uplifting topics. Thanks so much!