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Season 1

March 4, 2025

Redefining Manhood: Jeff Fink on Healing, Growth & The ManKind Project

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 …

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Feb. 11, 2025

Elevating the Inner Spirit with Judge Lynn Toler and her Guide to Emo…

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…

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Feb. 4, 2025

Media Executive Joe Aguilar’s captivating story on breaking the cycle…

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…

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Jan. 28, 2025

Forging a Legacy: Lessons Beyond the Family Name with Matthew Earl Jo…

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…

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Jan. 21, 2025

From Surviving Katrina to Leading Change: Ruben's Journey of Resilien…

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 …

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Jan. 14, 2025

"Man on the Street" interviews from students at the University of Ari…

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…

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Jan. 7, 2025

Reel Compilation - The Best from Each Guest, Part II

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...

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Jan. 1, 2025

Reel Compilation - The Best from Each Guest, Part I

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....

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Dec. 24, 2024

CHRISTMAS SPECIAL. Rescuing the Forgotten with Richard Nungesser, Fou…

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…

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Dec. 17, 2024

An open conversation with Literacy and Mental Health Advocate Mychal …

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 ...

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Dec. 11, 2024

Tackling Bullying with Courage, Resiliency and Optimism from Teen Aut…

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,…

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Dec. 3, 2024

Former UFC Fighter and Mixed Martial Artists Cliff Starks on his “Fig…

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 …

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Nov. 26, 2024

Serial Entrepreneur and Philanthropist Tyler Copenhaver "Wants to Bui…

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...

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Nov. 19, 2024

Being Grateful. 'Money' Lessons from Gene Podsiadlo, former Wall Stre…

​​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…

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Nov. 12, 2024

Six-time New York Times Best Selling Author Denene Millner on the "Se…

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…

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Nov. 8, 2024

More of my In-Depth Conversation with Pandit Manuj Dutt on Vedic Mora…

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...

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Nov. 5, 2024

Part I. Discovering Vedic Wisdom: Dharma, Self-Awareness and our Inne…

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. …

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Oct. 29, 2024

A Guide To Raising 'Genius Kids' with Leading Educator and Woman Empo…

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…

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Oct. 22, 2024

"Protecting Your Identity and Spirit" with Tech Visionary Brian Dawson

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…

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Oct. 15, 2024

Lessons from the Edge: Applying Near-Death Insights to Everyday Life …

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…

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Oct. 8, 2024

The Transgender Experience: The Power of Growing Up Trans with Nicole…

What if embracing who you are wasn’t just brave, but life-saving? Nicole Talbot — singer, actress, and transgender advocate — joins Spirit of Gratitude to share her deeply personal journey of self-discovery, bullying, and the power of living your truth. From finding her voice on stage at age five t…

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Oct. 1, 2024

The Power of Gratitude and Appreciation" with Jonathan Karl, ABC News…

What does gratitude look like when you're sitting front row to history — and holding power to account? Jonathan Karl — Chief Washington Correspondent for ABC News and author of Front Row at the Trump Show and Betrayal — joins Spirit of Gratitude for a thoughtful conversation on journalism, humility…

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Sept. 24, 2024

Revolutionizing Social Media. Introducing One2Gration (“The Netflix o…

What if the next big social platform wasn’t built for clout — but for healing and purpose? Jeff McKinney — founder and CEO of One2Gration — joins Spirit of Gratitude to discuss how technology can be used not to divide, but to unify. His platform is a bold answer to the growing mental health crisis:…

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Sept. 17, 2024

Authenticity and Opportunity: Unleashing Your Potential with NFL Lege…

What does it take to stand alone, with everything on the line — and still lead with heart? Nick Lowery — former Kansas City Chiefs kicker and all-time leading scorer, Dartmouth graduate, and Hall of Fame philanthropist — joins Spirit of Gratitude for an unforgettable conversation on courage, self-a…

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