Episodes
Can Martial Arts Really Bring Inner Peace?
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...
From Villains to Heroes: Alaina Huffman's Journey Through Character
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. đź’ˇWhat ...
Transforming Life Through the Practice of Gratitude
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...
Turning Life Challenges Into Service: The Story of Yogesh Patel
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 Adversity Taught Stephany Poe About Life and Success
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...
The Architecture of Healing: Gary Nichols on Space, Spirit & Self-Love
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…
From Boardroom to Family Room: Leadership & Gratitude Secrets with Na…
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…
Finding Purpose Through Podcasting — Host Yogesh Patel Steps Into the…
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...
Redefining Gen Z: A Yale-Bound Teen Speaks the Truth About Tech, Iden…
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...
Resilience Over Rejection: Gilbert Martin on Bullying, Identity & the…
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...
Fortune 500 Storytelling Meets Inner Spirit | Steve Multer on Leading…
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...
From Law Enforcement to Life Reimagined: Healing After It All Fell Ap…
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…
From Rebellion to Resilience: YouTuber and Podcaster Jen Hardy on Par…
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…
“Wisdom You Can’t Unhear.” Best of Reels Part II. Episodes 31 thru 40
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…
"Wisdom You Can't Unhear." Best of Reels Part I - Episodes 21 thru 30
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 ...
When Bullies Spark Brilliance: A Hidden History from USA Today and In…
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…
The Mind of a Young Leader: Graduating High School Senior David Faria…
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...
Healing Through Gratitude: Seema Mathur’s Journey from CNN to Self-Aw…
What if your greatest setback was actually your superpower in disguise? Former CNN, CBS & ABC journalist Seema Mathur joins YoggNation: Spirit of Gratitude to share a deeply personal and transformative journey—one that began in newsrooms and unfolded across operating rooms, war zones, and spiri…
Don’t Settle for Crumbs: NYT Bestseller Mateo Askaripour on Power, Pu…
Mateo Askaripour — New York Times bestselling author of Black Buck — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a bold, no-holds-barred conversation about breaking free from society’s boxes, reclaiming your story, and refusing to settle f...
Gratitude Isn’t Pretty — It’s Power: Fox Business Veteran Tobin Smith…
Tobin Smith — CEO of Transformity Research and former Fox Business Network "Bulls and Bears" panelist — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a raw, no-fluff conversation about transformation, resilience, and owning your truth. He breaks down how real success isn’t about chasing validation or fixing yourse…
From Bullied to The Biggest Loser: Roberto Hernandez on Gratitude, Gr…
What happens when gratitude meets grit — and transforms an entire life? Roberto Hernandez — high school teacher, father, and Season 17 winner of NBC’s The Biggest Loser — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a powerful conversation on self-awareness, bullying, and reclaiming your inner spirit in an era of…
Embracing Your Flaws: 2016 Phoenix Business Person of the Year Jenny …
What if the very things that made you feel small as a child became your greatest sources of power? Jenny Poon — entrepreneur, public speaker, and CEO — joins Spirit of Gratitude to share her transformative journey from shy, bullied child to bold founder and community builder. Born to Vietnamese ref…
Empowering Youth in Crisis: Boys Town’s Oscar Gonzalez on Leadership,…
What if one phone call could change the entire trajectory of a young person’s life? Oscar Gonzalez — U.S. Army Veteran and National Hotline Director at Boys Town — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a heart-centered conversation on bullying, crisis response, and the transformative power of community. Fr…
Justin Wright: From Viral Influencer to Impactful Leader!
What if the secret to career success wasn’t ambition, but emotional intelligence and gratitude? Justin Wright — viral influencer, executive coach, and leadership strategist — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a transformative conversation on how self-awareness, emotional intelligence, and the practice …