The Future is Golden

In this episode, Ruthie Kim and Ale Siekmeier dive into the complexities of navigating the modern dating landscape and the importance of fostering authentic connections beyond dating apps. Ale shares her insights on how to cultivate emotional vulnerability, transparency, and openness in relationships, and why these qualities are essential for building deeper, more meaningful connections. Ale and R...

In this episode, Tiana Spencer joins us to explore the power of courageous life change, the process of letting go, and trusting God through life's most challenging seasons. Tiana shares her personal journey of emotional healing and how it became a catalyst for discovering greater purpose and fulfillment. She discusses the deep inner work required to move through pain and the transformation that ha...

In this episode, Ruthie Kim and Jessica Skupien dive into the transformative power of the Enneagram, exploring how each type can embrace courage in their daily lives. Jessica shares her expertise on recognizing personal strengths and challenges, and how to leverage this understanding to break free from feeling stuck. Jessica Skupien is a Leadership Coach who helps mid-career professionals clarify...

In this episode, Ruthie Kim and Eileen Lee explore the power of embracing specificity and identity as a creative. Eileen shares her courageous journey of stepping into spontaneity and how it can ignite inspiration and open new pathways for growth. She discusses overcoming the feeling of being stuck, revealing practical strategies for carving out a personal path forward. Eileen Lee is a visionary d...

In this episode, Ruthie Kim and Jieun Lee dive into Jieun's transformative journey of embracing authenticity in both life and leadership. Jieun shares invaluable insights on the courage it takes to advocate for oneself and how those bold steps can open doors to unexpected opportunities and personal growth. She discusses the importance of setting boundaries, learning to say no, and recognizing when...

In this catalyzing episode, Ruthie explores the profound theme of courage in the face of uncertainty. As she reflects on the human instinct to cling to control—or at least the illusion of it—she invites you to consider the significance of identity, particularly for women navigating uncharted territory. Ruthie acknowledges the messiness of creation, the discomfort of not knowing, and the bravery it...

In this unique episode, Ruthie steps away from the usual format to dive deep into a thoughtful exercise centered on courage. Whether you’re waking up or winding down, grab a pen and join her for a guided reflection. Together, you’ll explore the power of looking back at your experiences to inform your future choices. Ruthie will provide prompts designed to help you connect with moments of courage i...

In this episode, Ruthie Kim sits down with Jasmine Bellamy, Founder and Spiritual Director of Love 101 Ministries, to explore the profound journey of cultivating love and connection in our lives. Jasmine unpacks the Love framework and provides insight into what might be holding you back from being a loving leader. Jasmine Bellamy is a love scholar-practitioner who is a catalyst for business and cu...

In this episode, Denise Lee Yohn and Ruthie Kim explore how Denise has learned to embrace rest within the context of a very committed and full life. They discuss the balance between being driven and finding time for renewal, with Denise openly sharing her journey toward deciding to take a sabbatical and how that impacted her life. Denise Lee Yohn is the Co-Founder & Co-Executive Director of th...

In this episode, Ruthie sits down with Praise Santos McKenna, founder of the branding studio ComePlum. Praise openly shares her take on failure and the importance of being vulnerable with your community. With her work featured in Vogue and Forbes, and workshops led for high-profile teams like the Golden State Warriors Dance Team, Praise brings a wealth of experience to the table. Tune in as she di...

In this episode, Ruthie interviews Erin Canino, former SF-based attorney now working with IJM in the Philippines to explore the impact coaching had on her life. Erin reflects on her work with Ruthie and how it has helped her take steps towards her future. This conversation covers the grief we face when life doesn't go the way we planned, seasons of waiting, and the power of crafting vision for you...

In this episode, Joseph King Barkley and Ruthie Kim discuss Ruthie's own coaching journey. Together, they pull back the curtain on how Ruthie has wrestled with playing small, what has helped in her growth journey, and highlight key insights that will help anyone who is ready to explore what they are capable of. Joseph Barkley is the President of the Meta Performance™ Institute, a master trainer, e...

In her first solo episode, Ruthie dives into her own resistance to launching this podcast, why the podcast is titled The Future is Golden, and what to reach for when confidence isn't accessible. Connect with Ruthie: https://www.ruthiekim.com/ @thefutureisgolden_ @ruthiekim

The Future is Golden podcast is a place where we explore what it looks like to step fully into your purpose, potential, and influence. On this podcast, you'll hear from me, Ruthie Kim, as well as my friends, colleagues, clients, and broader community—all who have powerful stories to tell and expertise to offer. Join us for the first season, where we will explore courage and the many different ways...