Episodes

What if your deepest pain became the very foundation of your strength? Fayruz Benyousef — philanthropist, warrior, and two-time cancer survivor — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a soul-stirring conversation on resilience, faith, and the transformational power of gratitude. From losing her father at a…

What if your wildest adventures — from law enforcement to Hollywood — still couldn’t compare to the lessons learned in your backyard? Dave Salem — former police officer, helicopter pilot, and surprise actor in Transformers 4 ...

What if real strength wasn’t about what you hold in — but what you’re willing to release? Jeff Fink — leader in The ManKind Project and advocate for authentic masculinity — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a courageous conversation on mental health, vulnerability, and what it truly means to grow as a …

What happens when survival becomes a daily battle — but purpose keeps you alive? Bill Carter — award-winning filmmaker, author, and humanitarian — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a gripping conversation about resilience, war, and the power of storytelling to heal and connect. In the heart of the 1990…

What if the real power in politics came not from persuasion, but from purpose and self-awareness? Tom Campbell — former five-term U.S. Congressman and current Professor of Law and Economics at Chapman University — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a compelling conversation on public service, self-aware…

What if mastering your emotions was the real key to mastering your life? Judge Lynn Toler — television icon, author, and voice of emotional clarity — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a deeply insightful conversation on emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and the daily discipline of gratitude. With…

What if breaking the cycle of poverty started with one choice — to believe in yourself? Joe Aguilar — media executive, entrepreneur, and author — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a powerful conversation on resilience, faith, and building community through storytelling. From growing up in poverty in Sa…

What if the most powerful name you carried was your own character? Matthew Earl Jones — Arizona Film Commissioner and younger brother of cultural icon James Earl Jones — joins Spirit of Gratitude for an intimate conversation on legacy, identity, and the choice to lead with merit over name. As the s…

What if surviving disaster gave you the blueprint to rebuild not just your life — but your community? Richard Gammage — founder of Team24 and passionate youth mentor — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a powerful conversation rooted in resilience, self-awareness, and the healing power of purpose. From …

What if the pain of your past became the power behind your voice? In this special episode of Spirit of Gratitude, host Yogesh Patel sits down with University of Arizona students for a raw, emotional, and eye-opening conversation on bullying, self-awareness, and resilience. These young adults courag…

Reflecting on the podcast launch since August 8, 2024, join host Yogesh Patel on the second part of the 2-part Series as he recaps his favorite Reel from guests 11 to 20 as he shares the impact their wisdom/perspective has ha...

Reflecting on the podcast launch since August 8, 2024, join host Yogesh Patel on a 2-part Series as he recaps his favorite Reel from each of his first 10 guests as he shares the impact their wisdom/perspective has had on him....

What if the smallest act of kindness could ignite a global movement of hope and healing? Richard Nungesser — founder of Bread of Life International — joins Spirit of Gratitude for an inspiring conversation on compassion, purpose, and the ripple effect of showing up with love. What began as a simple…

What if the quietest place in your community held the loudest lessons on kindness, literacy, and self-awareness? Mychal Threets — viral library advocate and mental health champion — joins Spirit of Gratitude for an uplifting ...

What if the very thing you were bullied for became the voice that empowers others? Riyani Patel — teen author, Tourette’s advocate, and daughter of host Yogesh Patel — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a deeply personal and powerful conversation about growing up with Tourette Syndrome, facing bullying,…

What if overcoming bullying didn’t just build strength, but awakened your inner spirit? Cliff Starks — retired professional fighter, MMA Hall of Famer, and co-host of the Bully This podcast — joins Spirit of Gratitude for an inspiring conversation about resilience, self-discovery, and the power of …

What if you could build your life the way you build a video game avatar — with grit, wisdom, and kindness? Tyler Coperhaver — serial entrepreneur, philanthropist, and co-host of the Bully This podcast — joins Spirit of Gratit...

​​What if the key to winning wasn’t luck, but learning how to adapt when life knocks you down? Gene Podsiadlo — former Wall Street executive at Warburg Pincus and current venture capitalist — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a gripping and insightful conversation on resilience, reinvention, and the le…

What if the stories we hide are the very ones that set us free? Denene Millner — six-time New York Times bestselling author and literary force — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a soulful, deeply honest conversation on self-awareness, identity, and the power of storytelling to heal, connect, and trans…

In Part II of this powerful conversation, Yogesh Patel sits down with Pandit Manuj Dutt, a practicing Hindu priest, to explore the timeless relevance of Hinduism and Vedic philosophy in today's complex world. Together, they u...

What if ancient wisdom held the key to navigating today’s chaos, with grace and purpose? Pandit Manuj Dutt — Hindu priest, astrologer, and spiritual guide — joins Spirit of Gratitude for Part I of a transformative two-part conversation on Vedic philosophy, Dharma, and the search for inner clarity. …

What if raising confident kids started with teaching them how to use their voice — and their heart? Rennu Dhillon — founder of Genius Kids and a pioneer in early childhood education — joins Spirit of Gratitude to explore how communication, compassion, and self-awareness shape not only great student…

What if the key to resilience wasn’t toughness, but vulnerability and self-awareness? Brian Dawson — technologist, speaker, and advocate for diversity in sports — joins Spirit of Gratitude for an honest, moving conversation about growing up Black in Palo Alto during the early days of the tech revol…

What if your second chance at life became your calling to help others truly live? Danny Bader — bestselling author and inspirational speaker — joins Spirit of Gratitude to share the extraordinary story of how he survived a tragic electrocution accident that claimed the life of his friend. What foll…