Episodes

What does it take to build champions without breaking people? Coach Malek Ben-Musa shares a leadership philosophy forged through immigration, adversity, and decades on the field from Europe to Austin and into the world of MLS...

How does a small show with a big heart grow into a movement? Host Yogesh Patel takes you behind the scenes of Spirit of Gratitude’s first year, from an Anthem Awards finalist nod to a packed gratitude gala celebrating real co...

What can a 120-year-old car teach about passion, perseverance, and giving back? Master restorer Alan Travis shows how restoring history is about more than cars, it’s about inspiring others, sharing knowledge, and living with gratitude. 🧠 What You Will learn: How mentoring students and sharing resto…

What makes sports more than a game? Damon Bruce, a voice woven into two decades of Bay Area sports talk, shares how a broadcast can become a bond connecting families, generations, and communities. 💡 What you will learn: How s...

What if one teacher’s belief could change your entire story? Assistant principal and 2020 Teacher of the Year Santosh Kumar shares how empathy, courage, and gratitude shaped his journey from bullied student to educator and co...

What happens when one man lives out two dreams, one in the NFL and one on the Motown stage? Sydney Justin, former defensive back and lead singer of The Miracles, shares a life shaped by perseverance, prophecy, and love. 💡 Wha...

When technology transforms overnight, how do you stay human while keeping up? Michael Earls reveals how gratitude, grit, and growth helped him guide companies from traditional data centers to cloud computing and now AI-powere...

What does it take to rise from a struggling student who flunked first and second grade to a 10th-degree black belt martial arts master? Great Grandmaster Ernie Reyes Sr . reveals the story behind his legendary journey and the...

What happens when embodying characters becomes a path to self-discovery? Actress Alaina Huffman shares how her roles, from Black Canary to Abaddon, have shaped her perspective on strength, vulnerability, and gratitude. 💡What ...

Gratitude has the power to turn challenges into strength. Last Saturday, August 9, 2025, host Yogesh Patel held his first annual Spirit of Gratitude Gala, inviting all previous guests (14 attended) in celebration of the podca...

What happens when you leave decades of corporate success to follow a mission that moves your soul? Top YouTuber Jen Hardy from the "Fabulous Over 50" podcast interviews the host, Yogesh "Yogi" Patel, on his own podcast, sharing more of his journey from tech sales at Apple and Dell to creating YoggN…

What does it look like to bring your whole self to work? Can self-awareness and even astrology help bridge communication gaps? Business coach and author Stephany Poe shares how to create healthier, more human workplaces in 20...

How did a bullied kid grow up to lead one of California’s most visionary architecture firms? What if the way we design our homes, offices even our cities could reflect our deepest truths? Gary Nichols doesn’t just build buildings; he builds meaning. In this powerful episode, the founder of Revel Ar…

How can leadership in the boardroom teach us the true power of gratitude and family care? Host Yogesh Patel engages with Nancy May, CEO of Boardroom Bench LLC, on the intersection of corporate governance and family dynamics. Nancy, a seasoned governance expert, delves into the emotional and financi…

After 45 episodes of spotlighting remarkable guests, YoggNation: Spirit of Gratitude flips the script. For the first time, host Yogesh Patel shares his story, taking center stage to share the story behind the podcast. In this...

In an era where Gen Z is often misunderstood or written off, Tanish Doshi is the quiet counter-narrative. As a high school graduate headed to Yale University , Tanish brings a level of depth, gratitude, and inner clarity rare...

What if the key to rising above bullying and bias isn’t just toughness but empathy, community, and a fire lit from within? Host Yogesh Patel sits down with Gilbert Martin —Latino tech entrepreneur, executive, and mentor—to ex...

What happens when high-level corporate storytelling collides with deep inner clarity? In this episode of YoggNation: The Spirit of Gratitude , host Yogesh Patel welcomes Steve Multer —Fortune 500 brand storyteller, keynote sp...

What do you do when life takes a turn you never asked for? In this moving episode of YoggNation: The Spirit of Gratitude, retired law enforcement officer and Podcaster Michael Herst shares the raw truth behind the pain, trauma, and unexpected moments that shaped his life. From losing both parents w…

How do you go from fighting to survive each day… to inspiring others with your voice? Jen Hardy, YouTuber, Podcaster, and CEO of Hardy House Media, opens up about her journey from a turbulent childhood marked by bullying, trauma, and chronic illness to becoming a powerful advocate for emotional int…

What does it take to truly know yourself and lead with heart? In Part II of this Best of Reels episode from the YoggNation: Spirit of Gratitude Podcast, host Yogesh Patel revisits more powerful guest moments that dive deep into self-awareness, leadership, mental health, and personal growth. This co…

In this special, two-part Best of Reels episode of YoggNation: Spirit of Gratitude , host Yogesh Patel revisits the most powerful moments from past guests, offering new reflections, behind-the-scenes commentary, and a deeper ...

How adversity and sister Katherine shaped the Wright brothers and the stories we’ve never been told. USA Today and International Bestselling author Tracey Enerson Wood uncovers the hidden narratives that shaped our world from the overlooked brilliance of Katherine Wright (sister of the Wright Broth…

What if the challenges you face as a young adult weren’t setbacks but stepping stones? What if the pressure from social media, your family background, and daily doubts were actually forging your inner spirit instead of breaki...