Conspiracy of Goodness Podcast

What if higher education measured success not only by grades and job placement — but by whether students are actually flourishing ? Marjorie Malpiede, editor in chief of LearningWell magazine and host of LearningWell Radio, explains how a committed group of colleges and universities helping students build belonging, resilience, purpose, agency, and lifelong wellbeing in their students. Chapters 00...

When we know our neighbors, the world feels more human and much less scary. Michael Wood-Lewis is the co-founder of one simple, moderated platform that has helped rebuild trust, reduce loneliness, and strengthen communities in every town in Vermont. With 250,000 active members in a state of roughly 270,000 households, Front Porch Forum offers a hopeful model for how technology can bring us back to...

The voice in your head is what’s shaping your entire experience…but what if it wasn’t telling the truth? Master storyteller Tom Schlesinger reveals how the stories we repeat to ourselves can quietly limit—or liberate—and he offers a simple, surprisingly powerful way to step out of mental loops and back into a life that feels more present, grounded, and alive. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 0...

Most of us have more abundance than we realize, and we are storing (often stuffing) all that we’ve collected without really putting it to good use anymore. This episode invites us to rethink generosity—not as charity, but as stewardship. Kenny Williams , executive director of the Arkansas nonprofit Pedal It Forward, shares how bikes become pathways to freedom, health, and dignity—and how letting g...

What if the antidote to stress, overthinking, and constant mental chatter has been quietly walking beside us all along? Today we have a conversation with a master storyteller, consultant to the likes of Pixar, LucasFilms and Disney - Tom Schlesinger, on quieting the noise, returning to the body, and rediscovering joy. All through the lens of how dogs can remind us how to lead our best lives. Chapt...

What if the darkest places on Earth are not empty, but teaming and alive with light, quiet beauty, and wonders that can help our planet thrive? In this luminous conversation with Edith Widder , we slip beneath the surface of our planet to explore glowing oceans, hidden migrations, and the astonishing ways life seems near magical, where sunlight never reaches. This episode is an invitation to feel...

The universe has been talking for billions of years—and we’re finally learning how to listen. Now, if we become “all ears” we can each enjoy a worldview of wonder! Astrophysicist Dr. Macarena García Marín joins us to explore how the James Webb Space Telescope is expanding our view of the cosmos—and why it matters. Chapters 00:00 – Introduction & Welcome 05:32 – Career path and following scient...

Most of us don’t realize how much time, money, and mental energy our digital lives are quietly draining from us until we pause: overflowing inboxes, forgotten subscriptions, and hundreds of old online accounts still following us around. In today’s Conversation with Chris Zeunstrom— founder of Yorba.co - we get a Glimpse of a Lighter Digital Future, This isn’t about quitting technology or living in...

We’re skimming through life—and it’s costing us hope. In this wide-ranging, deeply grounding conversation, forester and award-winning author Ethan Tapper shows how forests teach us to slow down, notice complexity, and recognize healing in motion. From the wisdom of old trees—and the life in fallen ones—to birds as messengers of possibility, this episode is an invitation to see the world, not as br...

Katie Losey has traveled the world with a rare blend of awe and responsibility, and she’s here to show us how to do the same. This conversation is about avoiding overcrowded destinations, supporting local communities, and letting wonder guide our choices and it will change how you think about adventure — and how gently you can move through the world. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 03:40 – Tr...

Mohini Bhavsar of Grand Challenges Canada went from being a young innovator herself to becoming a champion for them, including several whose solutions are projected to impact 750 million people by 2035 . We explore how courage grows with support, why proximity matters in problem-solving, and how small, locally-led ideas can scale to transform lives. Chapters 0:00 – Intro & Welcome 3:57 – Intro...

Inside a phone-free kitchen in Hartford, teens prepare beautiful meals for neighbors in health crises—and, mentored by patient adults, discover confidence, belonging, and voice. Healing Meals Founder Sarah Leathers shares the five simple practices that turned service into community transformation. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 05:18 – How Healing Meals Supports Teens and Families 11:12 – Me...

Feeling stuck—or hungry for a community that builds things? In this episode, we visit Beth White’s Habitat for Aviation in Vermont—home of Women Build Planes —where an airplane hangar creates life-long skills, mentors, and belonging. This life-changing organization delivers a welcome roadmap that anyone can use to reignite purpose, start or join a project with zero experience, open doors for teens...

In this powerful episode, Detective Rich Wistocki shares the exact playbook he and his team use to stop school shootings and threats—often within hours. You’ll walk away with a simple five-step checklist anyone can use, and a reminder that compassion and vigilance can change outcomes. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 04:50 – School Shooting Stats 08:05 – A Bomb Threat in Real Time 20:50 – Teac...

What if your passions weren’t competing but could actually make you better at each one? In this episode, Dr. Latif Murji shows us how to weave work, art, and relationships into a life that feels whole. You’ll hear practical ways to avoid burnout, spark empathy, and stay connected while still doing meaningful work. If you’ve ever wondered how to define “enough” and create seasons for your gifts, th...

Brad Walsh, host of the Empowerography Podcast , joins me to swap insights we’ve gathered from our combined 900+ guests who turned pain (and wonder) into purpose, and setbacks into fresh possibility. Together, we unlock a treasure chest of wisdom about resilience, curiosity, and the power of story. Come sit by the campfire with us—you’ll leave with pearls you can use today. Chapters 00:00 – Introd...

Ever feel like you and the people you love are having the same fight on repeat ? You’re not alone—our guest Andy Chaleff has spent 20 years helping people break free from those cycles in their relationships. In his new book, The Connection Playbook, and through his playful new game Cool It! , Andy shows us how conflict can actually become a bridge to deeper trust and connection. Chapters 00:00 – I...

Ever notice how you’ll drive farther, pay more, and stay loyal to the businesses that really “get you?” That’s the Gratitude Economy at work—where connection, trust, and genuine care matter much more than price tags. In this episode, you’ll discover why this shift is happening, how to spot it as a customer, and how to thrive in it as a professional or business. Chapters 00:00 – The Gratitude Econo...

What if we could design buildings that last 1,000 years—structures that evolve, inspire, and serve generations to come? Visionary architect Craig Applegath is helping us reimagine what’s possible in the built world, blending ancient wisdom with cutting-edge innovation. From mass timber towers to cities designed for resilience and connection, this episode is full of surprising, hopeful solutions. A...

What if the next generation is already changing the world… and we just haven’t been paying attention? If you need proof that the future is in good hands, this conversation will fill your cup. For 25 years, Dr. Jane Thompson has awarded college scholarships to some of Canada’s most promising young changemakers—and her front-row seat to their brilliance will leave you inspired. These aren’t just stu...

What if the next breakthrough in global health and safety didn’t come from Silicon Valley…but from a whiskered hero with banana breath? Neuroscientist Dr. Cindy Fast takes us into the astonishing work of APOPO—a nonprofit organization training African giant pouched rats to do life-saving work across the globe. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Welcome04:06 – Hero Rats History07:08 – TB Detection14:20 –...

What if you could outsmart online predators, protect your kids’ mental health, and prevent school violence—all by understanding a few key digital tools and conversations? Internet safety expert Rich Wistocki, who’s helped stop over 50 school shootings and trained thousands of parents and educators, has a hopeful, practical guide to raising safer, wiser kids in a digital world—without fear. Chapter...

Phyllis Everette is sealing cracks instead of applying band-aids, helping women rise in ways that defy expectations. As founder of the Saffron Trust Women’s Foundation, Phyllis is transforming lives through trust, not transactions, offering a relational model of change that’s as bold as it is effective. Could this be the blueprint for how we rise together? Chapters 00:00 – Intro & Welcome 04:0...

National Geographic photographer and TEDx speaker DeWitt Jones shares one transformative perspective after another. We explore how to stay grounded in uncertain times, why outrage isn’t sustainable, and how to reframe change, scarcity—and even the news. From “repeatable miracles” to using curiosity and celebration as superpowers and bridges, get ready to see life through a new lens. Chapters 00:00...

Diversity, equity, and inclusion aren’t just buzzwords—they’re powerful tools for making every workplace more human, innovative, and successful. In this episode, social entrepreneur Emiliano Void unpacks how identity, curiosity, and belonging impact everything from team performance to job satisfaction. Whether you’re a leader or a team member, you’ll come away with eye-opening insights on unconsci...