Best Rowan and Joy Podcasts (2025)

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Human Summit Advisor Jon Pinney on Radical Authenticity and Spreading Messages of Kindness 36:23

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In this episode of Our Future is Kind Podcast, Michael sits down with Jon Pinney, a life coach, identity architect, and the founder of Valltees--a positive apparel brand that helps people spread joy and connection through simple, powerful messages. Jon shares his moving journey of spending 20 years in the closet, learning to love himself, and creat…

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Melody Ann Owen on Publishing for a Kinder Future 41:19

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Melody Ann Owen, founder of Author Nation, joins Michael to discuss storytelling, kindness, and helping nonfiction authors create a lasting legacy. From surviving a traumatic childhood to helping experts publish books with heart, Melody shares how curiosity, mercy, and courage shape her life and work. 🚀🚀🚀 Connect with Melody Ann Owen 🚀🚀🚀 https://Au…

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Jenny Biglands & Vicky Broadbent – Therapy, Nature and the Wild Within (N353) 1:50:34

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In this conversation, Joy sits down with eco-therapists Jenny Biglands and Vicky Broadbent to explore the growing field of ecotherapy, where nature itself becomes a partner in the healing process. Jenny and Vicky reflect on their faith journeys, what led them into therapeutic work, and how moving outdoors has transformed their practice. They explor…

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Nicole J. Phillips: Why Kindness is Contagious 48:46

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Meet Nicole J. Phillips. She is a speaker, author, chaplain, and host of The Kindness Podcast. She joins host Michael G. Neece to talk about the power of reframing your thoughts, practicing kindness during crisis, and her move from North Dakota to North Carolina after a major life shake-up. Nicole opens up about her early battles with depression, h…

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Jill Lublin on The Profit of Kindness and Building Meaningful Visibility 28:42

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In this episode of Our Future Is Kind, Michael welcomes Jill Lublin, international speaker, media coach, and bestselling author of The Profit of Kindness. Together, they unpack what it means to consciously choose kindness every day—at home, in business, and in the broader world. Jill shares the story behind her globally attended Kindness Circles, w…

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Selina Stone - Power Unmasked, Faith Reimagined (N352) 2:01:01

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In this conversation, womanist theologian Selina Stone reflects on the hidden ways power is shaped by theology — and how theology, in turn, can be shaped by power. Drawing on her book A Heavy Yoke: Theology, Power and Abuse in the Church, she explores how divine calling, servant leadership, and spiritual authority can all become tools of control, e…

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The Business Case for Kindness - Linda Cohen on Leadership, Legacy, and a Joyful Future 41:32

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Linda Cohen, the Kindness Catalyst, shares how compassion and connection are not only human essentials but strategic business advantages. From workplace leadership to personal rituals of joy, this episode will recharge your heart and reframe your sense of impact. Kindness challenge: • Choose one small, intentional act of kindness today—like helping…

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Rachel Rowan on Kind Leadership, Trans Allyship & Workplace Humanity 34:25

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In this deeply personal and thoughtful episode of Our Future Is Kind, Michael welcomes Rachel Rowan, Chief of Content at the leadership consultancy founded by Kristen Hadeed. Together, they explore what it means to build workplaces where people truly feel they belong—and how those environments transform not just productivity, but lives as well. Rac…

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Lesa Edwards on Job Search, Leadership, and Building Kinder Workplaces 40:02

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In this episode of Our Future Is Kind, Michael welcomes Lesa Edwards, certified executive coach, master resume writer, and host of The Exclusive Career Coach and The Exclusive Career Podcast. With warmth, clarity, and humor, Lesa shares her approach to transforming careers through intentionality, emotional intelligence, and setting healthy boundari…

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Halima Gosai Hussain & Giles Goddard - Two Faith Traditions, One Journey Toward Love and Justice (N351) 1:23:21

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Halima Gosai Hussein is the former chair of the Inclusive Mosque Initiative. Giles Goddard is an Anglican priest and author of Generous Faith. On paper, their backgrounds could hardly be more different. But their paths converged through a shared commitment to inclusion — Giles in the work of building an open and affirming church, Halima through her…

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The ROI of Kindness Brian Biro on Leadership and Breakthroughs 52:21

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Michael sits down with America’s Breakthrough Speaker, Brian Biro for a high-energy conversation on transformational leadership, the science and strategy behind kindness, and how humility and gratitude can elevate individuals and organizations alike. Brian shares the four W’s that turned a struggling hospital unit into a model of excellence, his vi…

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Brian McLaren - Spirituality at the End of the World (N350) 1:27:05

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In this episode, Tim chats with author and activist Brian McLaren about his new novel The Last Voyage, a provocative and emotionally rich exploration of what might happen when the powerful elite try to escape a dying Earth and build a new civilisation elsewhere. Drawing on decades of theological reflection and his recent work on collapse and ecolog…

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How Joy Can Heal the World Shari Alyse on Truth, Presence and Kindness 36:47

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What if joy isn't something you find, but something you practice? In this uplifting episode, Michael welcomes Shari Alyse—TV host, bestselling author, and America's Joy Magnet—to explore the deeper truth behind lasting joy. Shari shares her five pillars of joy (connection to self, others, nature, creativity, and purpose), her daily joy rituals, and…

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Everyone is Needed | Dr. Alison Thompson on Volunteering Without Fear 34:10

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In this episode, we feature Dr. Alison Thompson, a full-time global humanitarian and founder of Third Wave Volunteers. She shares her remarkable journey from Wall Street and filmmaking to disaster zones around the world. What began as a response to 9/11 became a lifelong mission: to bring light—literally and figuratively—to areas affected by crisis…

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Kira Austin-Young - Compassion and Complexity: Faith and Reproductive Freedom (N349) 1:28:05

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In this episode, Tim speaks with Episcopal priest and author Kira Austin-Young, about the moral, theological, and pastoral dimensions of abortion. Together, they reflect on the silence in progressive churches, the complexity of personhood, biblical texts often used in the debate, and how Christians might begin to hold space for compassion and moral…

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How Kindness Heals Burnout--Lara Heacock on Leading with Care and Accountability 32:57

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What if being kind could save you from burnout—and help you lead better? In this episode, Michael sits down with Lara Heacock, a leadership coach who fuses kindness and accountability to help people show up more fully at work and at home. Lara shares her personal journey through burnout, the healing power of micro-kindnesses, and how therapy, self-…

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Nikki Groom: Leading with Authenticity and Building a Kinder Future 33:58

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In this episode, Michael Neece sits down with Nikki Groom, CEO of Raised Voices, to explore the power of authentic leadership and personal branding for speakers. Nikki shares how showing up as your true self creates deeper connection and impact, and how slowing down to practice curious compassion can transform conflict into understanding. They disc…

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Richard Beck - The Joy of Moving Beyond Yourself (N348) 1:41:29

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In this episode, Tim chats with psychologist and theologian Richard Beck about his book The Shape of Joy, which explores the idea that much of modern misery stems from a life turned inward—and that joy comes when we shift our attention beyond ourselves. Drawing on ancient theology, modern psychology, and lived experience, Richard challenges the dom…

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Dina Meyers Explores Justice, Equity, and Kindness in Live Entertainment 45:03

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Dina Meyers Explores Justice, Equity, and Kindness in Live Entertainment | #LiveEntertainment In this episode, Michael Neece welcomes Dina Meyers, a live entertainment expert who shares insights on kindness and respect in a challenging industry. She highlights honoring all roles and building trust through kindness. Dina discusses advocating for her…

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Reclaim Your Courage: Kindness & Self-Forgiveness with Brendan Bernat 41:06

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In this episode of Our Future is Kind Podcast, Michael Neece welcomes Brendan Bernat, a program manager, writer, speaker, and financial association professional with over two decades of experience. Brendan shares his heartfelt insights on kindness, leadership, and the courage it takes to build better workplaces and communities. He reflects on his j…

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Trans Parent: A Dad Talks About his Daughter and How Curiosity and Compassion Win Every Time 32:46

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Trans Parent: A Dad Talks about his Daughter and how Curiosity & Compassion Win Every Time Michael G. Neece speaks with Kevin Huntting about being father to a transgender daughter, what he's learned, how **not** scary trans people are, and advice to other fathers. Kevin is founder of The Human Summit and Michael is co-founder. Learn more about the …

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How Julie Goldberg Uses Energy Healing to Ignite Kindness and Personal Transformation 47:09

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In this episode of Our Future is Kind, host Michael G. Neece welcomes energy healer and trauma-informed coach Julie Goldberg. Julie shares her journey in inner child healing, embodiment, and soul-level transformation through ancient healing modalities rooted in the modern mystery school. Discover how kindness is more than niceness—it’s truth in act…

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Joy Brooks - Faith’s Shadow Side: Facing Spiritual Bypassing (N347) 1:32:09

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In this episode, we speak with therapist Joy Brooks about spiritual bypassing—how well-meaning spiritual beliefs and practices can sometimes mask or avoid the difficult emotions and wounds we all carry. Drawing on psychology, contemplative traditions, and Joy’s own journey out of charismatic Christianity, the conversation uncovers why confronting p…

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Space Kindness: Exploring the American Space Program w/Emily Carney & Bruce McCandless III 38:08

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Join host Michael G. Neece for a fascinating conversation with space historians and authors Emily Carney and Bruce McCandless III about their new book Starbound: A Beginner's Guide to the American Space Program. Dive into stories from early rocketry to bold future predictions, including insights on the “overview effect” astronauts experience and ho…

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Rowan Williams - Christianity After Certainty (N346) 1:35:57

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In this episode, we speak with former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams about his vision of faith as attentiveness, not answers — a path not of mastery, but of mystery. Drawing on themes from his book Discovering Christianity, Rowan reflects on the difference between faith and toxic religion, and explores how trust, not certainty, might be th…

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Belonging Starts with Listening: Bernadette Smith on Inclusive Leadership & Courage 40:46

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Belonging Starts with Listening: Bernadette Smith on Inclusive Leadership & Courage | #leadership What if creating a more inclusive workplace started with just listening? In this powerful episode of Our Future is Kind, Michael interviews Bernadette Smith—CEO of the Inclusive 360° consulting firm, TEDx speaker, and champion for inclusive leadership.…

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Lamorna Ash - Faith on the Edges (N345) 1:41:54

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In this episode, we speak with writer Lamorna Ash about her two-year immersion in Christianity—an unexpected journey that took her from conservative Bible studies and charismatic worship to Quaker silence, Jesuit retreats, and the poetry of mystical experience. Inspired by the sudden conversions of two close friends, Lamorna set out to understand w…

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Lead with Kindness Live with Purpose: John Neral on Owning Your Career Journey 28:25

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Lead with Kindness Live with Purpose: John Neral on Owning Your Career Journey | #Career What if the kindest thing we can do in today’s fast-paced world is to simply pause? In this episode of Our Future is Kind, Michael welcomes John Neral—career coach, podcast host, and advocate for mid-career professionals navigating change. John shares powerful …

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Kindness at Work Isn't Fluff | Charlie Saffro on Leadership, Empathy, and Brave Culture 36:05

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Kindness at Work Isn't Fluff | Charlie Saffro on Leadership, Empathy, and Brave Culture | #inspiration Join Michael as he sits down with Charlie Saffro—CEO of CS Recruiting, TEDx speaker, and leadership visionary—for a powerful conversation about building workplace cultures rooted in kindness, empathy, and authenticity. In this episode of Our Futur…

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Dan McClellan - Does the Bible Say Jesus is God? (N344) 1:47:16

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In this episode we speak with Bible scholar Dan McClellan about one of Christianity’s most foundational claims: the divinity of Jesus. Drawing from his deep engagement with biblical scholarship, Dan invites us to consider whether the Bible actually presents Jesus as God in the way later doctrine insists. He explores how early Christian texts reflec…

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Jeff Harmon: My Impossible Journey, Values-Based Leadership, and Building a Kinder Future 43:09

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On this Our Future is Kind Podcast episode, guest Jeff Harmon speaks about his inspiring journey. Diagnosed with a neurological condition that has reshaped his life, Jeff has embraced his own "impossible" by using a wheelchair and setting out to conquer Mount Kilimanjaro—a testament to his message that what seems impossible is often the starting li…

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Gareth Higgins - A Little Lower Than the Angels (N343) 51:56

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In this special Easter meditation, writer and storyteller Gareth Higgins invites us into a deeper experience of reality—one rooted not in fear, despair, or division, but in love. With characteristic warmth and clarity, Gareth reflects on the challenges of our time: overwhelming empathy, collapsing certainties, and the temptation to believe that lov…

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Kindness Is a Leadership Strength: Hardeep Kaur on Emotional Intelligence & Leading Change 43:23

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In this episode of Our Future is Kind, Michael sits down with Hardeep Kaur, a global change manager, leadership expert, and communications strategist with over 25 years of experience in the pharmaceutical industry. Hardeep shares transformative insights on how kindness, emotional intelligence, and cultural empathy are essential tools for leading or…

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Shane Meyer-Holt - Unlearning Capitalism: Learning to Care, and Be Cared For (N342) 1:57:07

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In this episode we speak with Shane Meyer-Holt—writer, speaker, and co-host of In the Shift podcast—about the impact of capitalism on our understanding of ourselves, our relationships and our need for care. Drawing from his own experiences of parenting, community and faith shifting, Shane reflects on the way neoliberal values have colonised our liv…

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From Fortune 500 to Kindness Summit: Kevin Huntting’s Vision for a Kinder Future 50:44

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In this episode of Our Future is Kind® Podcast, host Michael G. Neece interviews Kevin Hunting, a transition expert with over 20 years of corporate marketing experience. Links below for the full podcast. Please visit our website to get more information: http://ourfutureiskind.com/ 💬 We dive deep into: ✔️ The importance of kindness as an intentional…

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Chine McDonald - Unmaking Motherhood: Faith, Family, and Feminism (N341) 1:34:09

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What happens when the idealised image of motherhood meets the lived reality? In this episode, we sit down with Director of Theos, Chine McDonald to explore the complexities of motherhood and faith. Chine shares her personal journey, from growing up in evangelical churches with rigid gender roles to navigating the expectations and challenges of moth…

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Empathy is a Reliable Path to Profit and Success at Your Workplace, with Erin Herman 35:13

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Empathy is a Reliable Path to Profit and Success at Your Workplace! #emotional | Speaker and Corporate Strategist Erin Herman Talks about Secrets of Building Strong Organizations through Mindful Leadership Practices Does your organization have command and control leadership that breaks trust, keeps colleagues siloed, and causes delays and poor outc…

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