Sparks of Gratitude
Biweekly episodes. Gratitude saves lives, let it save yours. Ignite the fire of positive change with the Sparks of Gratitude. Randy Sparks hosts this podcast with interviews from amazing and inspiring people sharing wisdom and experience and how gratitude has impacted their lives. We believe gratitude can change and save lives. Ignite the fire inside you with the sparks of gratitude.
Episodes
In this episode of the Sparks of Gratitude Podcast, Randy Sparks welcomes back bestselling author and leadership expert Chester Elton for a powerful conversation on gratitude, resilience, and the life-changing lessons he learned from his father.
From choosing happiness in hard times to the impact of small acts of kindness, this episode is a reminder that how we respond to life shapes everything.
Ch...
In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude Podcast, host Randy Sparks talks with Mark Richard, a missionary in Guatemala dedicated to restoring mobility for people with disabilities.
Mark shares the story behind Beeline Wheelchairs, which began with helping one woman without a wheelchair and grew into a mission that has changed thousands of lives. Together, they discuss gratitude, faith, and how o...
In this heartfelt episode of the Sparks of Gratitude Podcast, host Randy Sparks connnect with James Kellock, Founder of All We Can Foundation, to explore the quiet yet powerful force of kindness, and how making it visible can change lives.
James shares his personal journey and the inspiration behind All We Can, revealing why kindness is a habit that can be practiced, taught, and shared. Together, they discu...
In this meaningful episode of the Sparks of Gratitude Podcast, host Randy Sparks sits down with renowned scholar and bioethicist Professor Stephen G. Post to explore the science and spirituality of Pure Unlimited Love.
Through powerful stories, research, and lived experience, Professor Post shares how love, gratitude, and compassion can transform our lives when we learn to slow down, notice, and live with i...
In this powerful episode of the Sparks of Gratitude Podcast, host Randy Sparks sits down with legendary high school coach and leadership speaker Coach Jim Johnson, the man behind the unforgettable “J-Mac Game” that inspired millions around the world.
Coach Jim shares the extraordinary story of that miraculous night, the unseen hours that made it possible, and the deeper lessons of leadership, clarity, vulne...
In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude Podcast, host Randy Sparks sits down with Randy McNeely, Captain Kindman, to explore how Courageous Kindness can heal division, strengthen connection, and transform lives.
A survivor and lifelong advocate for intentional kindness, Randy shares personal stories, pivotal moments that shaped him, and practical frameworks, including The Courageous Kindness Sh...
In this inspiring episode of Sparks of Gratitude, host Randy Sparks talks with Eric Ayers, an optimist, thought leader, and human-centric coach dedicated to helping others rediscover their potential and become their best selves.
Eric opens up about his journey from burnout as a pediatric nurse to renewal through gratitude, courage, and connection. His story reminds us that even in our darkest moments, we ca...
In this uplifting episode of Sparks of Gratitude, host Randy Sparks welcomes Jacqueline Way, founder of @365give, to explore how one mother’s desire to raise a kind, compassionate child grew into a global movement of giving and joy.
Jacqueline shares her deeply personal journey, from adopting her son and beginning a “365 days of giving” challenge, to witnessing how small, intentional acts of love can transf...
In this inspiring episode of Sparks of Gratitude, host Randy Sparks welcomes Cheryl Rice, founder of the You Matter Marathon, to share how two simple words, "You Matter", ignited a global movement of kindness and human connection.
What began with one small act of compassion in a grocery store has reached millions across more than 100 countries, reminding people everywhere of their worth and the po...
In this inspiring episode of Sparks of Gratitude, host Randy Sparks welcomes Kevin Smith, founder of Kindness Worldwide, to share how a single lost wallet on Good Friday sparked a global movement of compassion. Together, they explore how small acts of kindness can create powerful ripple effects that change lives, heal communities, and even save them.
From his roots working on his grandfather’s farm to honor...
In this empowering episode of Sparks of Gratitude, host Randy Sparks welcomes Jill Schulman, a former U.S. Marine, leadership expert, and author of The Bravery Effect, to explore the true meaning of bravery. Together, they dive into how fear holds us back, why courage is built through daily habits, and how embracing discomfort can unlock growth, resilience, and joy.
From lessons learned in the Marine Corps ...
In this inspiring episode, Randy Sparks, a lawyer and host of the Sparks of Gratitude, joins Dr. Andreea Vanacker on her podcast to share powerful insights on gratitude, resilience, kindness, and finding joy through life’s challenges. From daily gratitude practices to lessons learned as a father, husband, and professional, Randy offers wisdom on how gratitude can transform our perspective and ripple out into the wor...
In this heartfelt episode of the Sparks of Gratitude Podcast, host Randy Sparks talks with Robin Weeks, Founder of My Pivotal Point, Certified Caregiver Coach, and Grief Facilitator. Robin shares her unexpected journey into caregiving after losing her father and brother, and how it reshaped her perspective on grief, identity, and gratitude.
🔥 You’ll learn
💡 What caregiving really means
🧠 The many...
In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks welcomes Kevin Clayson, author of Flip the Gratitude Switch, professional speaker, and Co-Founder of DFY, for a powerful conversation on transforming life’s frustrations into fuel for happiness and growth. From moments of deep personal struggle to rebuilding life and business with purpose, Kevin shares how active gratitude became the key...
In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks welcomes Women’s Health Coach and Positivity Practitioner Jade Sterling for a powerful conversation on healing from the inside out. From hitting rock bottom to igniting her “internal pilot light,” Jade shares how gratitude, breathwork, and reframing thoughts helped her reclaim peace, connection, and purpose.
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In this powerful episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks sits down with Christian author and speaker Megan Fate Marshman to explore how gratitude can transform even the deepest grief. Megan opens up about losing her husband to a heart attack and shares vulnerable insights from her book Relaxed: Walking with the One Who Is Not Worried About a Thing.
🔥 You’ll learn:
🌿 How grief can become a door...
In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks welcomes Ruchi Shah, an Industrial-Organizational Psychologist, intuitive coach, and creator of the groundbreaking book We Humans. Together, they unravel one of the most universal questions of our time: Why is humaning so difficult?
Ruchie shares how leaving corporate life led her to a deeper understanding of what it means to be...
In this deeply moving episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, we welcome Brian Coleman—healthcare veteran, purpose-driven leader, and the heart behind A Heart 2 Help, a global care-sharing app connecting those in need with those ready to serve. With over 33 years in surgical healthcare and a life shaped by quiet sacrifices, Brian shares the profound story behind his mission: to create a world where kindness is a...
In this soul-stirring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, we welcome Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir—an Icelandic author, filmmaker, speaker, and visionary behind InnSæi, the global movement and documentary exploring the deep power of intuition. With a career spanning over 30 diverse roles—from UN leader in post-war Kosovo to poet and activist—Hrund shares her deeply personal story of burnout, healing, and how reconn...
In this inspiring episode of the Sparks of Gratitude podcast, host Randy Sparks sits down with Scott Wozniak—CEO of Swoz Consulting, former Chick-fil-A executive, global leadership advisor, and author of Make Your Brand Legendary. With a journey that spans from child actor to consultant for Fortune 500 companies and Silicon Valley unicorns, Scott shares powerful lessons on identity, failure, and personal transformat...
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