Latest Liveinspired Podcast Episodes
Will You Reach Out in Love? (Monday Moment ep. 599)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - September 04, 2023 08:05 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsAt age 10, a painful experience revealed how broken, disabled, and imperfect I was. A conversation with my mother afterward, though, challenged me to never believe lies that cheapen the blessing of my life. And heeding her advice positively changed my life. Let me explain.
Turning Challenges into Comedy Gold: Zach Anner (ep. 598)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - August 31, 2023 08:05 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsZach Anner is an award-winning comedian, TV writer, disability advocate and viral sensation (with over 100 millions views on social media!). After winning "Oprah's Search for the Next TV Star" competition, Zach hosted a travel show called Rollin' with Zach on the OWN network. In the show, he tra...
Someone Who Can Never Repay You (Monday Moment ep. 597)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - August 28, 2023 08:05 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsIt is in our smallest gestures that the biggest difference can sometimes be seen. This week, look for a chance to do something for someone who can never repay you. Pay attention at the grocery store, at work, in the school pickup line or across your fence and wait for that ripple effect.
Finding Joy in the Midst of Transition: Bruce Feiler (ep. 596)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - August 24, 2023 08:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsFor more than two decades, Bruce Feiler has explored the intersection of families, relationships, health, and happiness, and is one of America’s most thoughtful voices on contemporary life. He is the author of seven New York Times bestsellers, including Life is in the Transitions, The Secrets of...
Four Questions to Help You Find Joy in Your Day (Monday Moment ep. 595)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - August 21, 2023 08:05 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsAfter a summer of buses and teachers and students hibernating, can we create the space where our young people share more honestly and expansively their experiences, their thoughts, and their feelings? How can we connect more closely with the little ones that matter most to us, and in doing so ...
How to Break Bad Habits and Overcome Anxiety | Dr. Jud Brewer (ep. 594)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - August 17, 2023 08:05 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsAs the New York Times bestselling author of Unwinding Anxiety and The Craving Mind, Dr. Jud Brewer is an expert in addiction, anxiety and modifying unhealthy behaviors to establish new, positive habits. With more than 20 years of rigorous research at Brown University, Dr. Jud uses his proven, ev...
Nothing More Prized Than Friendship (Monday Moment ep. 593)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - August 14, 2023 08:05 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsEight years ago, I had the privilege of sharing the stage with Brené Brown and speaking to the leadership team at Southwest Airlines. Visiting with Brené was a once in a lifetime experience. Having lunch with Southwest President and CEO Herb Kelleher was an honor. But one of the greatest gifts f...
Country Music Star Granger Smith | Surrender, Redemption and the Power of Faith (ep. 592)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - August 10, 2023 08:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsCountry music star Granger Smith is known for his chart-topping hits that include “Backroad Song” and “Happens Like That”, but on a sunny June day in 2019, Granger faced a devastating loss that is every parent’s worst nightmare. While outside playing with his three children, Granger’s youngest s...
Ripple Effects of Love (Monday Moment ep. 591)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - August 07, 2023 08:05 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratings"Just as ripples spread out when a single pebble is dropped into water, the actions of individuals can have far reaching effects that change the world" -Dalai Lama Today, be reminded of the magnificent power of your life to influence change for good. It turns out regardless of our age, status ...
Rewrite Your Narrative: How Lara Love Hardin Went From Addiction to Success (ep. 590)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - August 03, 2023 08:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsLara Love Hardin is a four-time New York Times bestselling collaborative writer… yet for years, she lived in constant fear that someone would Google her and uncover her checkered past. When a worsening addiction from prescribed painkillers lead to smoking heroin, Lara began stealing neighbors’...
Doing Little Bits of Good...Together (Monday Moment ep. 589)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 31, 2023 08:05 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsFor those desiring it, evidence is everywhere of heroes, of possibility, of beauty, and of the power of a unified community being used for good. Flourishing individually, encouraging others, and connecting in community is what we strive to foster at Live Inspired. It is likely why you listen t...
National Geographic's Jeff Jenkins: Life Begins Where Your Comfort Zone Ends (ep. 588)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 27, 2023 08:05 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsTravel journalist Jeff Jenkins didn't step foot on a plane until he was 20 years old, but once he did, he started living by his mantra: "Life begins where your comfort zone ends." As the host of the new National Geographic show Never Say Never, Jeff travels the world testing the limits of his ...
An Example of Radical Generosity (Monday Moment ep. 587)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 24, 2023 08:05 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratings“What’s the kindest thing someone did for you…who didn’t even know you?” I was asked this unusual question during a recent interview. Although the interviewer likely thought I’d share some story from my time in the hospital, the answer that came to mind actually occurred a decade after the ac...
Recipe for Success: Katie Collier’s Path to Culinary Excellence (ep. 586)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 20, 2023 08:05 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsKatie Collier is a renowned chef, entrepreneur and true visionary behind the award-winning Italian concept restaurant known as Katie's Pizza and Pasta Osteria. At 24 years old, Katie fearlessly embarked on a mission to introduce handcrafted, artisanal Neapolitan pizza to the vibrant city and h...
The Importance of Showing Up (Monday Moment ep. 585)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 17, 2023 08:05 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsBrené Brown reminds us that the willingness to show up changes us by making us a little braver each time. It also makes us a little more compassionate to others, a little more grateful for gifts and a little more cognizant of what matters most. My friends, I can’t say no to my mom. And that’...
Imagine Heaven with John Burke (ep. 584)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 13, 2023 08:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsWhat happens when we die? Is there another life? Why are we here? These are questions we’ve wrestled with since the dawn of humanity. As the author of the New York Times bestselling book Imagine Heaven, John Burke has spent more than three decades studying firsthand accounts of individuals who...
Want a Do-Over? (Monday Moment ep. 583)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 10, 2023 08:04 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsOne of my favorite expression all kids use is: “I want a Do-Over.” I hear it after beating my kids in a fierce match of ping pong, or after one of my sons beats another in an intense game of basketball, or after Grace beats her brothers in a friendly (frequently turning violent) game of Sorry....
Because I Said I Would | Alex Sheen (ep. 582)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 06, 2023 12:57 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsAlex Sheen is on a mission to better humanity through promises made and promises kept. As the founder of the social movement and nonprofit “because I said I would,” Alex believes individuals can create a world where promises are kept, fostering trust, empathy, and positive change. Inspired by ...
Let the Parade Begin! (Monday Moment ep. 581)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 03, 2023 08:05 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsMy friends, tomorrow you and I will have the opportunity to participate fully once again in life. March with me, will you? Choose to not merely watch passively, but to engage actively. Choose to put your swimsuit back on and jump into the pool. Choose to lift your voice, sing your song and m...
3x Tour de France Champion Greg LeMond (ep. 580)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 28, 2023 15:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsGreg LeMond has revolutionized the sport of cycling. As one of the most iconic cyclists in history, Greg is the sole American to clinch the Tour de France, not just once but three times. Today, Greg takes us on a journey behind the scenes of his life and career, unveiling his intense rivalries...
How To Be a Hero (Monday Moment ep. 579)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 26, 2023 08:05 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratings“Who’s your favorite?” Several years ago my boys asked me this question while I was driving them to school. They were talking about superheroes and sharing their favorites. The boys shared names like Green Lantern, Batman and a little rodent with a big mouth named Rocket Raccoon (don’t ask!). ...
The Path to Getting Unstuck | Britt Frank (ep. 578)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 22, 2023 08:05 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsBritt Frank is a trauma specialist, licensed psychotherapist, and author of The Science of Stuck. Committed to unraveling the myths that keep us stuck and stressed, Britt offers a fresh perspective on mental health and well-being. Drawing from her personal story of struggle, insightful clini...
My Dad, My Hero (Monday Moment ep. 577)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 19, 2023 08:05 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratings“An arch consists of two weaknesses, which, leaning on each other becomes a strength.” -Leonardo da Vinci With yesterday’s celebration of Father’s Day, I’d like to celebrate the man who was strength for me when I was weak, the model of love he radiated so brilliantly and the reason my family a...
Advocating for a Safer Future: Chris Didier’s Journey to End Fentanyl Deaths (ep. 576)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 15, 2023 08:05 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsChris Didier is turning his own heartbreak and pain into heartfelt purpose. In 2020, Chris’ son Zach was a 17-year-old star athlete, exceptional student, friend to everyone, and above all, a loving son. After being contacted by a drug dealer on the social media app Snapchat, Zach consumed wh...
The Best of Summer (Monday Moment ep. 575)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 12, 2023 08:15 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsIt has long been an axiom of mine that the little things are infinitely the most important.” -Sir Arthur Conan Doyle What are you most looking forward to this season of summer? Big moments worthy of celebrating, indeed. Yet, as we step into this season of summer and further down the path thr...
A Servant-Minded Approach to Music Management | Scott Brickell (ep. 574)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 08, 2023 08:15 - 46 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsAiming to serve others, Scott Brickell has spent more than three decades guiding some of my favorite artists to develop successful and long-lasting careers. From successful Christian bands like MercyMe and Switchfoot to solo artists like Phil Wickham, Micah Tyler and Matthew West, Scott’s arti...
Do You Have What It Takes to Be a Railsplitter? (Monday Moment ep. 573)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 05, 2023 09:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsIf you know my story, you know baseballs carry a special meaning to me. It seems whenever a baseball shows up in my life, it brings with it a lesson to apply. Such was the case earlier this year, when yet another ball landed in my mailbox. This one wasn’t off the bat of a major leaguer or sign...
Ivan Maisel: A Father's Journey to Demystifying Grief and Loss (ep. 572)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 01, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsIvan Maisel is a longtime sports journalist for ESPN known for his insightful analysis, compelling storytelling, and in-depth knowledge. With his ability to blend statistical analysis while highlighting the human side of the game and capturing the emotions and experiences of athletes, coaches, a...
A Memorial Day Challenge (Monday Moment ep. 571)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 29, 2023 09:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratings“Here men endured that a nation might live.” -Herbert Hoover Although all of us will enjoy celebrating the federal holiday of Memorial Day today, many of us may not know the origin of it. Understanding it reminds us not only of the profound sacrifice others made for our country in the past, bu...
Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness with Dr. Marc Schulz (ep. 570)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 25, 2023 09:00 - 57 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsDr. Marc Schulz is the author New York Times bestseller The Good Life and associate director of the Harvard Study of Adult Development, the longest scientific study of happiness ever conducted. Since 1938, this study has tracked three generations of families to uncover what contributed to thei...
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