Learning to apply positive psychology doesn’t mean changing your mindset overnight. This week, hear from Scott Glassman, PsyD, on how to start your journey into prioritizing positivity with small, manageable steps. That’s how he built the seven-week A Happier You program, now available as a book. In this episode, Dr Glassman explains why gratitude helps us feel connected to the world even when we’re alone, and how to counter the human tendency towards the negative by creating an upward spiral.

Being kind has never been cooler for businesses. In this episode, I speak to Chris Gale, current Head of Social Impact for eBay UK, and former Head of Social Mission Strategy in Europe for Ben & Jerry’s. Learn why he believes corporations really can be a tool for positive change — if leaders’ hearts are in the right place. We discuss the pros and cons of businesses getting involved with social missions, mistakes to avoid, and how to balance the desire to do good with the drive for profit.

Many of us prioritize compassion for others, but what about compassion for ourselves? This week, hear from a pioneer on mindful self-compassion, Kristin Neff. is a bestselling author, co-founder of the Center for Mindful Self-Compassion, and an Associate Professor at the University of Texas at Austin. Learn about growing a practice of self-compassion, the psychology behind the benefits of compassion, and why being kinder to ourselves can change our lives.

By combining traditional Buddhist philosophies with modern science and psychology, bestselling author and meditation teacher Mingyur Rinpoche excels at making the practice of meditation accessible to students everywhere. He teaches incredible lessons that offer listeners a new perspective on our lives and minds. In this episode, you’ll gain so much wisdom from this mindfulness master.

This week, I chat with Tami Simon, the founder of Sounds True—an internationally recognized wisdom-based multimedia company with a mission to wake up the world. Sounds True publishes work from game-changing authors, teachers, and mindful leaders with topics like meditation, mindfulness, psychology, trauma therapy, leadership, neuroscience, and more. We talk about how Tami about why emotional intelligence is a critical trait for strong leaders, and the ups and downs of running a values-based...

Few foreigners have lived in Bhutan longer than Matt DeSantis, the founder of MyBhutan, the nation’s elite travel outfit. He is also deeply committed to the cultural preservation and economic development of Bhutan. Learn about DeSantis’ insights on this unique, isolated, and very happy nation and what it has taught him about leading with compassion.

Dr. Karma Phuntsho is a leading intellectual from the tiny, fascinating nation of Bhutan. Dr. Phuntsho strives to bring modern education and entrepreneurship into traditional communities, like his own, while carefully preserving their heritage and cultural integrity for future generations. Dr. Phuntsho drives these initiatives as the president and founder of the Loden Foundation. He is also a prolific writer and speaker on social entrepreneurship, Bhutanese culture, Buddhism, leadership, and...

Vince Tullo has over 47 years working in high-tech business development and leadership, mostly General Electric. Tullo worked his way up the corporate ladder ultimately culminating into top positions including VP and General Manager of Factory Automation and VP of Global Sales for Grid Automation. This week, we discussed his brilliant insights on strategic business and organizational practices, advice on growing a startup, how to mentor aspiring business leaders, the future of...

Dr. Jim Loehr is a renowned performance psychologist, co-founder of the Human Performance Institute, and a New York Times bestselling author. His 30 years of work and research have revealed the power that connection, kindness, and self-care leads to greater personal fulfillment. He has guided 1000s of elite clients including world-class athletes, corporate executives, and the FBI to use their energy resources for success. With just the right balance, any leader can achieve more while...

Before representing Alabama in Congress, Sen. Jones served as the United States Attorney in the Clinton Administration. He also prosecuted the former Klansmen responsible for bombing the 16th Street Baptist Church that killed four girls in 1963. Rob talks with Sen. Jones about our divisive political system, current race relations in the U.S., and how leaders from all sides can come together and find common ground.

Amazing education shouldn’t exist as a one-size-fits-all system according to Pawan Gupta. Pawan has been an advocate for quality education tailor-made for each unique community and every student. As the founder SIDH, an NGO based in the Himalayas of India, Pawan turned away from mainstream educational practices and built alternative schools that integrate the aspirations, ecology, demographics, and culture of these communities.

Is conscious leadership the key to a healthy, energetic, and sustainable business? Jim Dethmer believes so! As a leadership coach, speaker, and founding partner at The Conscious Leadership Group, Jim has guided CEOs and their organizations in supporting cultures of conscious leadership. This week, learn what conscious leadership is, how it makes businesses stronger, and why the best decisions are made together with your head, your heart, and your gut.

As creator of the Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program, Jon is largely credited with bringing mindful practices into the mainstream. In our conversation, Jon talks about how mindfulness and meditation can heal issues with stress, anger, and anxiety, why mindfulness and business success go together, and insights on living the vibrant life that you were always meant to lead. As he says—“Before you die, are you actually alive?”

Sharon Salzberg is a pioneer in making meditation accessible for those looking to live with peace, stability and kindness. Hear her wisdom in this podcast.

Tom Rippin is the CEO and Founder of On Purpose, a social enterprise that develops business leaders who are focused on building an economy that works for all. Working within the private, public, and non-profit sectors, Tom has spent his career exploring how organizations can solve the world’s biggest problems together.

Anne Wicks strives to create a better education system for kids, parents, and the leaders that support them. As Director of Education Reform at the Bush Institute, Anne develops and oversees policy, research, and engagement work of the Institute’s Education Reform team. She discusses why strong leadership is integral to a thriving educational system, what challenges leaders in education face both before and during the COVID-19 pandemic, and how we can all better support every student.

Not left. Not right. Forward! Nancy Jacobson is the founder and CEO of No Labels, an organization that advocates for finding nonpartisan solutions within our toughest political challenges. At a point in history when the divide between parties feels nearly insurmountable, this conversation couldn’t come at a better time.

Uncover the reality of those facing homelessness with Daniel Roby, the CEO of the Austin Street Center, the largest free emergency homeless shelter in Dallas, Texas. In this fascinating conversation, Daniel talks about his role in supporting unhoused people in his city, what common misconceptions many have about the homeless population, which small gestures can positively impact the lives of those facing homelessness, and so much more.

With a career that spans from the Scottish parliament to the White House and beyond, Jennifer Erickson creatively leads change for those who need it most. Today, much of her work focuses on ending the organ transplant waiting list which would save innumerable lives and tens of billions of dollars. She also advocates for inclusive entrepreneurship which can benefit both the individual and society as a whole.

The idea of technology and social media influencing a presidential election would’ve once sounded ridiculous. Today, it’s a reality that raises questions about the tech industry’s ethical responsibility. Casey Fiesler is an expert on tech ethics and in this episode explains why it’s so important in modern society. She also digs into how inclusion in tech can create a better world and much more.

Mindfulness is about much more than meditation. It’s about living a purpose-filled life focused on the present moment—and few people understand this like Shantum Seth, a world-renowned Zen teacher, and international mindful leader. In our conversation, Shantum explains how this time of isolation and uncertainty is the perfect moment to practice living life in the now and finding joy in things we too often take for granted.

Such a powerful conversation about gratitude, compassion and respect with Roshi Joan Halifax Ph.D—an author, Zen teacher, longtime social activist, and the Abbot of the Upaya Zen Center. Roshi shares her wisdom on why these values are essential to great leadership as well as being better to yourself and to those around you. She also explains how we can enjoy more mindful lives filled with integrity despite the inevitable challenges, fears, and failures along the way.

Listen to a short bonus “nugget of wisdom” from Rob’s interview with Kelly Rutherford. In this clip, Kelly talks about how she tries to show up every day, even if she’s less than perfect at always doing so. Kelly has beautiful insights on finding energy and gratitude during any moment of our lives.

You might know Kelly Rutherford as Lily Van der Woodsen on Gossip Girl, Megan Lewis on Melrose Place, or her many other Hollywood roles. But there’s more to Kelly than her acting ability. She also has a mind filled with wisdom about living a better, fuller life by embracing gratitude and always pursuing a more positive tomorrow. Listen to Kelly’s beautiful lessons on finding appreciation when times are tough, focusing on the good things and getting closer than ever to our true selves.

Blair Kirchner believes that business leaders have the ability—and the responsibility—to create positive change in the world. Learn how businesses can be a vehicle for social good no matter the industry, the importance of values-based organizations and why business success shouldn’t be about winning the game of Capitalism but perpetuating it for everyone.