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Kinder Spirits

25 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratings

A Podcast to help you create Moments of Mass Optimism, Daily.

Having a hard time seeing the silver linings today, or maybe you just want some uplifting interviews & anecdotes?

Welcome to Kinder Spirits.

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Episodes

24 - A Hiatus Explained...

December 01, 2021 06:00 - 37 minutes - 34.7 MB

Well hello again everyone! I bet you've been wondering where I've been...   Well, if you take a listen to this episode, it may give you a GREAT understanding of what kept me away from spreading the kindness via radio waves!   Also, what is something that you've been doing to show kindness in the world these past few weeks?! I'd love to hear it!   Listen up to this week's episode of Kinder Spirits for more information! Please feel free to reach out to me on all the social media platf...

23 - Interview with a Rock5tar! (Josafat Emiliano)

October 13, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 58 MB

Holy Cow... You all are just not ready for the level of goofs that you're going to hear! Encouraging Words, Anecdotes and even Bathroom Humor...   Let's welcome our guest.... the Host of "Hey Rock5tar!": Mr Josafat Emiliano! Hey Rock5tar! can be heard and found here: https://www.facebook.com/HeyRock5tar/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNYLrBaI3y1DejHBw1oVMDQ https://www.instagram.com/heyrock5tar/

22 - Who is Your "Best Friend"?

October 06, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MB

CALLING ALL CARS! CALLING ALL CARS! We need to know Who Your Best Friend is STAT!   Hey no but seriously... Let me talk to your best friend for a second... Ok? Cool. Now that I'm talking to them, PLEASE TREAT YOURSELF BETTER!   We cover How to Stand Up for yourself, how to relax instead of constantly grinding, and how to tell if you're Superman (Trick Question... you're not!).     Please feel free to reach out to me on all the social media platforms @kinderspiritspodcast! Our Sponso...

21 - Prioritize Your Life!

September 29, 2021 05:00 - 39 minutes - 36.3 MB

"... BUT ALEX!..." (you may say) "What should I do if I'm burning the candle at more ends than it has?!" "Well..."  (I say questioning) "That is a bit of a Paradox... but you should probably Prioritize Your Life to be the most Kind you can!" To find the best opportunity for you to succeed, you need to set yourself up for success... that means... Prioritizing YOU first. Please feel free to reach out to me on all the social media platforms @kinderspiritspodcast! Our Sponsors this Month are...

20 - Opening Up... (Help Me Learn?)

September 22, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 39.5 MB

Alright Ladies and Gentlemen! Is there anyone who wants to learn a bit about themselves and learn how to be more kind in the world? Let's open up... and learn a little bit on this week's episode of Kinder Spirits! HUGE thank you to those of you who helped me see where I can grow and be better. If you'd like to help broaden our perspective, I think it would be TREMENDOUSLY helpful. Please feel free to reach out to me on all the social media platforms @kinderspiritspodcast! Our Sponsors t...

19 - Everybody Has an Iceberg!

September 15, 2021 05:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MB

Sometimes we need to adjust how we show our Aggressive Kindness... That's right... we need to show the level of kindness to what we're given. Don't forget... we need to show kindness as best as the others can receive it. That may seem a bit confusing... but when you realize that Everyone Has An Iceberg... Then you'll know that everyone needs a little bit of kindness with what they're hiding below the surface. This one is kinda heavy... but then again... so are Icebergs! Our Sponsors this ...

18 - You've Gotta be Strong to be Sorry.

September 08, 2021 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.5 MB

This one was a difficult one to muster, Ladies and Gents... and a lot of my thoughts were just pouring out of me. I really think that this may be a multi-part episode talking about the Strength you need to find... if you're going to be sorry.   Let's all Grow together shall we?! Our Sponsors this Month are the Rock and Roll Revivalists: The Vindys based out of Ohio and ready to ROCK AND ROLL! You can check them all out here: https://www.thevindys.com/ I do love the song "Bugs" but I thin...

17 - Celebrate the Small Victories (Part 2: Break Those Barriers!)

September 01, 2021 05:00 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MB

Oh Man Oh Man... I know I say this every week... but you all are just NOT ready.   You're gonna get a smidge of the following: Blogs, Bands, and BUGS! THAT'S RIGHT! BUGS ARE INCLUDED! (But you don't have to see them... just listen to them...) "Alex are you CRAZY?!" - You, Probably. *Shrug?*   I'm so proud of my friends for doing big things with the Call to Action so get together and listen to some amazing Celebrations where we break down barriers!   I love you all and am so friggin pr...

16 - Celebrate the Small Victories (Part 1)

August 25, 2021 05:00 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MB

THIS IS AN AGGRESSIVE KINDNESS CALL TO ACTION! Get ready for our first Two Part episodic review of why we need to celebrate the small victories!   Are you someone who struggles with believing you've responded to a text when you haven't? Are you someone who wants to compliment your friends when you're not sure what to say? Are you someone that Is actually awesome and I'm gonna compliment you anyway because you deserve it? If you've said Yes to any of these you may be entitled to a ........

15 - Its What We Do...

August 18, 2021 05:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MB

Ok... This one is a Doozy! Are you ready to create a movement? How about a Culture of Kindness? There's something about this episode that feels like it hit home? I'm not ENTIRELY sure how.   Get ready to find out not only WHEN we are kind, but WHY we are kind... and the answer may be as easy as you think it is! Because its... well... you'll have to listen to find out!   Also SHOUTOUT in our Ad section to Jim Garrity! Jim has a Youtube Channel that shows ways to improve your Health, We...

14 - Let Me Compliment You, Dangit!

August 11, 2021 05:00 - 47 minutes - 43.7 MB

HEY! THIS IS A LONG EPISODE, BUT IT IS ONE OF MY FAVORITES THAT I'VE RECORDED!   This is the epitome of how I show my aggressive kindness to my friends... and also how they show it to me! Get ready to learn how to make sure that there is always ONE way to encourage someone and make them feel the compliments galore!   THATS RIGHT! We're breaking through that glass ceiling! We're not gonna go quietly into that dark.... uhm... thought? NO SIR! We're gonna compliment the h*ck out of our fr...

13 - Runnin' Through Mud (Even When Its Tough...)

August 04, 2021 05:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

Ever lose your shoe when you're walkin through a puddle of mud? No... Not the Band... Welp! We talk about that A LOT! This one was a bit rough to admit, but we talk about why you gotta keep going... even when it's tough!   I know you can do it... and I know you may have heard my Lobster parable before... but gosh darnit! You're gonna hear it again with more Vigor! LET'S GO!   Shout out to the Podcast of the Week!   Natural Friends Podcast got a Major Shoutout before (@naturalfriendsp...

12 - ... BE LOUD!

July 28, 2021 05:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MB

GET YOUR EARPLUGS READY! WE'RE GONNA BE LOUD TODAY!   If you aren't ready for some #AggressiveKindness in the form of Shouting Encouragement... Do you think Kindness is just for Backstage? H*CK NO! It's needed front and center for those in the Audience.   ... But... Loud Doesn't Always Mean RIGHT! How can we bring Kindness to a LOUD volume and Front and Center?! LISTEN TO THIS LOUD GUY!     Also, check out the Femme Regard Podcast that is pitched in this episode! They're AMAZING...

11 - Change Your Inner Dialogue...

July 21, 2021 05:00 - 35 minutes - 32.1 MB

What can I say? This month just hits home on a LOT of sensitive topics... but who said that is a bad thing?! In this week's episode, we touch base on how a different conversation can lead to more confidence! We also hear about a few local artists who are AMAZING, and deserve to have shout outs WAY more than they do. This involves a few Artists and Motivational Leaders in Pennsylvania, Alabama, Georgia, and right here in Nashville! I'll link their pages in the Notes Section.... so you can.......

10 - Let My Mind Be Weird!

July 14, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MB

The Notes really say it all! Btw: Shout out to all the Yinzers that Inspire Me for Radio-esque personality in Pittsburgh. 102.5 WDVE 105.9 The X Mikey & Big Bob of 96.1 KISS Fm Billy Gardell, Himself! And anyone else that remembers B-94! TREMENDOUS SHOUTOUT to our Ad Break Featured Podcast for this week:  THE POTENTIAL PODCAST! https://open.spotify.com/show/1xPFfzFngge8tKib10tBHQ?si=LDwI1OSqSkmo9RUaqfbpZA&dl_branch=1 Please understand, that they are the best form of weird... and I love t...

09 - Welcome Mats are NOT Welcome Here!

July 07, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

Didn't the summary say it all?!

08 - Little by Little... (Feat. Drew Langhals)

June 30, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MB

Ladies and Gentleman... welcome to the episode of our FIRST INTERVIEW! *TREMENDOUS AND UPROARIOUS APPLAUSE* Sometimes our tasks can be a bit overwhelming... I mean... It can almost make it feel like you're at your breaking point. Don't Fret! There's a way to get through it! You just need to approach it Little by Little. How many times have you heard "One Day at a Time"? Well there's a reason why that is a lifestyle mantra! IT WORKS! Sit back and just remember that you can do this... One da...

07 - Dont Be Bitter... Be Better!

June 23, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MB

Oh Man Oh Man Oh Man! Ever feel like you were just going through hard times for no reason? Well guess what? It was to make you BETTER! Find out how I learned motivation through the Aggressive Kindness of my Chefs! They taught me not to be bitter but... SHHHHHH! I don't want to give it away in the summary! Also, we have a Shoutout to a Fitness Guru this week! Brenna Raelynn is the spot for the ads showing us that we can grow stronger in ourselves when we focus on... well... ourselves. Finall...

06 - Don't Pick That Scab! (Toxic Positivity)

June 16, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MB

Are you confused if my Aggressive Kindness is really Toxic Positivity in Disguise? Well its not... And this episode will explain why! Wanna hear a really gross metaphor for not allowing yourself to heal? *PICK* up on what I mean while you listen! Also, I give a HUGE shoutout to a Nashville Artist, Personality, Entertainer, and Encourager this week! Anth, I'm so thankful for you brother. Finally The MOMO is an Anecdote from my wistfully whimsical and sleep deprived weekend! Cross-generati...

05 - Passion Pays Off...

June 09, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 25.7 MB

"I'm not kind... I'm Passionate." said a friend who didn't realize how kind he truly is! Don't worry... I'm gonna jump in and let him know how thankful for him I am... and explain how sometimes you just gotta LISTEN to be Kind. Also, His podcast is HILARIOUS. #ReRollExpectations #SmokeyBreakfastSausage Also a reference to a John Mulaney joke (Please don't sue me). The MOMO this week is sentimental and I'm SUPER proud of my friend. It gives me hope and I hope it does to you as well!

04 - The Little Things Make Life Worth Living...

June 02, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 29.6 MB

Whoa Nelly.... Buckle Up for some DEEP conversations about how a little bit goes a LONG WAY! Are Deadpool references out of bounds? NOPE! Wanna hear how a friendship that started over 16 years ago can influence my life to this day? Well you will... and how a Little kindness goes a long way.

03 - Kindness does NOT equal Weakness!!!

May 26, 2021 06:00 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MB

Oh Boy Oh Boy Oh Boy! Alex get's a bit fired up on this one! Ever feel like you're someone else's welcome mat? "Sure Guys! Just walk all over me because I'm Kind." Not anymore... Time to see how STRONG you really are. This week's Podcast Shoutout and MOMO are thanks to "No Time To Game" podcast! Host, Devan, helps me remember kindness growing up!

02 - Don't Talk About My Friend Like That!

May 19, 2021 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MB

Get ready to unleash my inner beagle with this week's Aggressive Kindness!  You all are AMAZING for listening!  Especially Jenny D for that MOMO!  This week's Podcast Shoutout comes from the wonderful Co-Hosts (and sisters) at CreepyTales!  T heir podcast is Creepy and my story of a Haunted house is just embarassing...

01 - Work in Progress (Aren't We All?)

May 12, 2021 22:46 - 21 minutes - 20 MB

Alright... Are you ready for some "Aggressive Kindness"? No? Too Much? Whoops... Well we're going to talk about what it takes to be kind in todays world. Also, what in the world is a "MOMO"?! Tune in, Connect, and Be Kinder!

Kinder Spirits Trailer

October 22, 2019 17:21 - 2 minutes - 2.08 MB

First off, Kindness is not a Buzzword. Second, You’re not alone. Updates on when you can expect the next few episodes. Check out our silver linings and stories that inspire, uplift, and motivate to show that we’re bigger than the darkness out there today. Put your worries aside and become part of the family… I’m Alex Tinker. Welcome to Kinder Spirits.