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FORWARD

19 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 months ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings

Hosted by bestselling author, Seth Adam Smith, FORWARD is a motivational podcast filled with stories, ideas, and awe-inspiring interviews of people who refused to quit.

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Have Faith and Move Forward || C.S. Lewis's Profound Advice

July 29, 2023 00:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Welcome to a brand new season of FORWARD! If you're worried about the future, this episode is a compelling reminder to hold onto faith and move forward with courage. With mental health issues on the rise and a prevailing sense of hopelessness, author Seth Adam Smith shares the timeless, inspirational wisdom of C.S. Lewis. Through an impactful reading of Lewis's essay "On Living In An Atomic Age," listeners are encouraged to reflect on their fears and embrace faith in an uncertain future. ...

An Introduction to FORWARD

December 07, 2022 23:00 - 1 minute - 1.25 MB

My name is Seth Adam Smith and this is FORWARD. If you’re feeling stuck in life then this podcast is for you. I’ve spent the past two decades gathering inspirational content—interviews, quotes, books, and stories—things that inspire people to move forward. So, if you’re feeling exhausted with life—or even struggling to find a reason to live—I invite you to subscribe to this podcast and then do whatever you can to move forward.  In the words of Sir Winston Churchill: “What is the use of li...

Looking For Light || Nate Mitchell of Anasazi Foundation || Ep 006

December 07, 2020 16:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

An interview Nate-Mitchell, one of the co-directors of Anasazi Foundation. In this episode of FORWARD, Nate and I talk about the "gift of choice" and our inherent ability to find light and move forward. "One of the things that I really find fascinating is that FINDING light is not the necessary piece. The act of LOOKING for light—THAT'S when the change has already happened. Just the fact that I'm LOOKING for light changes my heart. I use that gift of choice to walk forward and I become an a...

Looking For Light || Nate Mitchell of Anasazi Foundation

December 07, 2020 16:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

An interview Nate-Mitchell, one of the co-directors of Anasazi Foundation. In this episode of FORWARD, Nate and I talk about the "gift of choice" and our inherent ability to find light and move forward. "One of the things that I really find fascinating is that FINDING light is not the necessary piece. The act of LOOKING for light—THAT'S when the change has already happened. Just the fact that I'm LOOKING for light changes my heart. I use that gift of choice to walk forward and I become an a...

"It's like in the great stories..." || Sean Astin and the Story Behind The Two Towers Speech || Ep 005

October 20, 2020 03:50 - 12 minutes - 5.71 MB

In this episode of FORWARD, I share a portion of my interview with Sean Astin, a philanthropist and actor most famous for his roles in The Lord of the Rings, The Goonies, Rudy, and many other movies! During our interview, Sean shared some pretty profound thoughts about what makes a good story. He then shared the story behind that inspirational speech from The Two Towers. SPEECH BY SAMWISE GAMGEE IN THE TWO TOWERS: “It's like in the great stories, Mr. Frodo. The ones that really mattered. ...

"It's like in the great stories..." || Sean Astin and the Story Behind The Two Towers Speech

October 20, 2020 03:50 - 12 minutes - 5.71 MB

In this episode of FORWARD, I share a portion of my interview with Sean Astin, a philanthropist and actor most famous for his roles in The Lord of the Rings, The Goonies, Rudy, and many other movies! During our interview, Sean shared some pretty profound thoughts about what makes a good story. He then shared the story behind that inspirational speech from The Two Towers. SPEECH BY SAMWISE GAMGEE IN THE TWO TOWERS: “It's like in the great stories, Mr. Frodo. The ones that really mattered. ...

A Series of GOOD Ghost Stories || Jonathan Stroud, Author of Lockwood & Co.

October 02, 2020 12:00 - 21 minutes - 9.68 MB

"You have to have faith in yourself—in what you're trying to do. You just have to keep the fire burning." -Jonathan Stroud In this episode of FORWARD, I share a portion of my interview with Jonathan Stroud, author of the bestselling Bartimaeus Sequence and (my personal favorite) the Lockwood & Co. series. ABOUT JONATHAN STROUD: Lockwood & Co. The Bartimaeus Sequence Visit JonathanStroud.com to learn more about Jonathan, his books, and upcoming projects. ABOUT SETH: Check out my blog a...

A Series of GOOD Ghost Stories || Jonathan Stroud, Author of Lockwood & Co. || Ep 004

October 02, 2020 12:00 - 21 minutes - 9.68 MB

"You have to have faith in yourself—in what you're trying to do. You just have to keep the fire burning." -Jonathan Stroud In this episode of FORWARD, I share a portion of my interview with Jonathan Stroud, author of the bestselling Bartimaeus Sequence and (my personal favorite) the Lockwood & Co. series. ABOUT JONATHAN STROUD: Lockwood & Co. The Bartimaeus Sequence Visit JonathanStroud.com to learn more about Jonathan, his books, and upcoming projects. ABOUT SETH: Check out my blog a...

The Best Commercial EVER || Holly Christensen of The Magic Yarn Project

September 30, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 8.13 MB

The Magic Yarn Project and how one *seemingly* small act of service can change the world... A couple of years ago, I cried after watching a State Farm commercial. There. I admitted it. The commercial, if you must know, was not your typical buy-our-insurance-because-something-bad-might-happen-to-you-and-you-can-trust-us-because-we-are-friendlier-than-our-competition type of commercial. No. THIS commercial was actually about four minutes long and shared the story of The Magic Yarn Project—...

The Best Commercial EVER || Holly Christensen of The Magic Yarn Project || Ep 003

September 30, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 8.13 MB

The Magic Yarn Project and how one *seemingly* small act of service can change the world... A couple of years ago, I cried after watching a State Farm commercial. There. I admitted it. The commercial, if you must know, was not your typical buy-our-insurance-because-something-bad-might-happen-to-you-and-you-can-trust-us-because-we-are-friendlier-than-our-competition type of commercial. No. THIS commercial was actually about four minutes long and shared the story of The Magic Yarn Project—...

Sometimes State Farm Commercials Make Me Cry || Holly Christensen of The Magic Yarn Project

September 30, 2020 12:00 - 17 minutes - 8.13 MB

The Magic Yarn Project and how one *seemingly* small act of service can change the world... A couple of years ago, I cried after watching a State Farm commercial. There. I admitted it. The commercial, if you must know, was not your typical buy-our-insurance-because-something-bad-might-happen-to-you-and-you-can-trust-us-because-we-are-friendlier-than-our-competition type of commercial. No. THIS commercial was actually about four minutes long and shared the story of The Magic Yarn Project—...

I'm Optimistic About The End of the World || Seth Adam Smith || Ep 002

September 28, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutes - 6.23 MB

Some people think that it's the end of the world. If so, I'm pretty optimistic... “The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.” -Marcus Aurelius "The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek." -Joseph Campbell "For each of us comes a time when we must be more than what we are." -Lloyd Alexander RECOMMENDED BOOKS The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holliday The Hero With A Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell Check out my blog at SethAdamSmith.c...

I'm Optimistic About The End of the World || Seth Adam Smith

September 28, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutes - 6.23 MB

Some people think that it's the end of the world. If so, I'm pretty optimistic... “The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.” -Marcus Aurelius "The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek." -Joseph Campbell "For each of us comes a time when we must be more than what we are." -Lloyd Alexander RECOMMENDED BOOKS The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holliday The Hero With A Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell Check out my blog at SethAdamSmith.c...

I'm Optimistic About The End of the World

September 28, 2020 12:00 - 13 minutes - 6.23 MB

Some people think that it's the end of the world. If so, I'm pretty optimistic... “The impediment to action advances action. What stands in the way becomes the way.” -Marcus Aurelius "The cave you fear to enter holds the treasure you seek." -Joseph Campbell "For each of us comes a time when we must be more than what we are." -Lloyd Alexander RECOMMENDED BOOKS The Obstacle Is The Way by Ryan Holliday The Hero With A Thousand Faces by Joseph Campbell Check out my blog at SethAdamSmith.c...

Introducing FORWARD || A Podcast by Seth Adam Smith || Ep 001

September 23, 2020 19:16 - 1 minute - 898 KB

In this podcast, Seth Adam Smith shares stories, thoughts, and interviews meant to inspire people to move forward. Because—in a very literal way—taking just a few steps forward can change your life—and quite possibly change the world. FORWARD is written, produced, and narrated by Seth Adam Smith. Seth's Books: https://amzn.to/3Kiueet Seth's Website: https://www.SethAdamSmith.com © 2020-2023, Fire Fish Media, All Rights Reserved.

Introducing FORWARD - A Podcast by Seth Adam Smith

September 23, 2020 19:16 - 1 minute - 880 KB

In this podcast, Seth Adam Smith shares stories, thoughts, and interviews meant to inspire people to move forward. Because—in a very literal way—taking just a few steps forward can change your life—and quite possibly change the world.

Introducing FORWARD || A Podcast by Seth Adam Smith

September 23, 2020 19:16 - 1 minute - 898 KB

In this podcast, Seth Adam Smith shares stories, thoughts, and interviews meant to inspire people to move forward. Because—in a very literal way—taking just a few steps forward can change your life—and quite possibly change the world.

The Commercial That REALLY Got Me || Holly Christensen, Founder of The Magic Yarn Project

September 21, 2020 02:51 - 17 minutes - 8.11 MB

CONFESSION: A couple of years ago, I cried after watching a State Farm commercial. The commercial, if you must know, was not the typical buy-our-insurance-because-something-bad-might-happen-to-you-but-we-are-friendlier-than-our-competitors type of commercial. No. THIS commercial was about four minutes long and shared the story of how The Magic Yarn Project began. To learn more about The Magic Yarn Project, please visit their website at http://www.themagicyarnproject.com (Based on my own e...

The Wigs That BROKE My Heart AND Gave Me Hope || Holly Christensen, Founder of The Magic Yarn Project

September 21, 2020 02:51 - 17 minutes - 8.11 MB

CONFESSION: A couple of years ago, I cried after watching a State Farm commercial. The commercial, if you must know, was not the typical buy-our-insurance-because-something-bad-might-happen-to-you-but-we-are-friendlier-than-our-competitors type of commercial. No. THIS commercial was about four minutes long and shared the story of how The Magic Yarn Project began. To learn more about The Magic Yarn Project, please visit their website at http://www.themagicyarnproject.com (Based on my own e...

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