In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Josh Green, TEDx speaker, entrepreneur, and mindset coach who teaches individuals and organizations how to transform negative self-talk into a catalyst for growth.

Josh has lived many lives: actor, stand-up comic, yoga instructor, business founder, and creative storyteller. But behind every chapter was a deeper internal battle — imposter syndrome, people-pleasing, and the fear of being seen. Today, he helps others face those same inner critics with compassion, humor, and practical tools that move people from self-doubt to self-leadership.

In this conversation, Josh opens up about the moment he realized the voice in his head wasn’t the enemy — it was a messenger. He shares how awareness, connection, and taking one small brave step can rewrite your identity and unlock the confidence you’ve been avoiding your whole life. From men’s circles to keynote stages, Josh’s work is reshaping how we talk to ourselves and how we show up in the world.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re playing small or stuck inside your own mind, this episode will give you a new way forward.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Learn how to transform negative self-talk into a tool for growth instead of a barrier.

⭐️ Discover practical strategies for overcoming imposter syndrome and taking bold action.

⭐️ Understand why awareness is the foundation of personal and leadership development.

⭐️ Explore how connection and vulnerability accelerate long-term mindset change.

⭐️ Hear how one small step can shift your identity and help you stop playing small.

& more...


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Website

https://joshuaowengreen.com/

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/joshuaowengreen/?hl=en

LinkedIn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuaowengreen/

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In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Aaron Marcus, a full-time actor, author, and coach with over 40 years in the industry and nearly 1,300 bookings — including a memorable role alongside Tom Hanks in A Man Called Otto.

Aaron opens up about his unexpected journey into acting, how generosity shaped his life philosophy, and why he believes true success comes from helping others. From his humble beginnings to becoming a global mentor, Aaron’s story is a masterclass in perseverance, humility, and purpose.

He also shares what inspired him to teach over 800 workshops across three continents, his approach to eliminating competition through self-awareness, and how giving freely has transformed his career and life.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Learn how Aaron Marcus turned decades of acting experience into a mission to mentor others worldwide.

⭐️ Discover why eliminating competition and focusing on personal growth leads to greater fulfillment.

⭐️ Explore how generosity and humility can transform both your career and relationships.

⭐️ Find out how Aaron’s workshops and coaching have helped hundreds break into acting and modeling.

⭐️ Be inspired by Aaron’s belief that kindness, honesty, and helping others can change the world.

& more...


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Follow: instagram.com/aaronrmarcus

Friend: facebook.com/howtomodel

Follow: twitter.com/aaronrmarcus

Subscribe: youtube.com/c/aaronmarcusactingandmodelingquicktips

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In this episode, Rick shares a personal and heartfelt update on the evolution of I Spark Change, reflecting on its origins, its global growth, and the powerful milestone of releasing Voices of Impact: Stories from Social Impact Heroes.

He takes listeners back to 2020, when I Spark Change began as a simple act of service during a time of uncertainty. What started with gratitude posts on social media grew into a worldwide community, a top-ranked podcast, and now an Amazon-bestselling book featuring 17 extraordinary changemakers.

Rick opens up about the journey—from writing 12 Hours of Heaven, to producing more than 170 podcast episodes, to building the framework for the world’s first social-impact-driven social media platform. He also shares an honest update about the future: a shift in focus, a season of transition, and continued faith that the ISC community will carry the movement forward.

This episode is both a celebration and a closing chapter. It honors the power of one person to spark change—and the collective strength of a community united by purpose, service, and love.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Learn how I Spark Change grew from one book into a global social impact movement.

⭐️ Discover the story behind Voices of Impact becoming an Amazon bestseller in multiple categories.

⭐️ Understand why gratitude and service were the foundation of ISC’s creation and mission.

⭐️ Hear Rick’s candid reflection on transitioning leadership, community growth, and the next chapter.

⭐️ Explore how one person—and one story—can spark meaningful, lasting change in the world.

& more...

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In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Luke Mickelson, the Founder and Executive Director of Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP) — a global nonprofit ensuring that no child sleeps on the floor in their town.

From humble beginnings as a small-town farm kid in Idaho to becoming a CNN Hero and national changemaker, Luke’s story is one of faith, humility, and action. What began as a simple act of kindness — building a bunk bed for a child in need — has grown into an international movement impacting hundreds of thousands of children.

Luke opens up about his personal journey of purpose, the moment that sparked SHP, and how service and community can transform lives. He also shares how one small decision to help others can ignite a ripple effect that changes entire communities — and the world.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Discover how Luke Mickelson turned a single act of kindness into a global nonprofit movement.

⭐️ Learn how Sleep in Heavenly Peace builds hope — one bed and one child at a time.

⭐️ Explore how small-town values, service, and community can spark global change.

⭐️ Be inspired by how faith and compassion can transform ordinary people into changemakers.

⭐️ Find out how you can get involved in SHP’s mission to ensure no child sleeps on the floor.

& more...


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• Luke’s personal Instagram
• Luke’s Personal LinkedIn
• SHP’s Facebook
• SHP’s LinkedIn
• SHP’s Instagram
• SHP’s Facebook

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In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Carmen Sample, Founder and CEO of Sample Supports, a groundbreaking social enterprise redefining what it means to create impact in the social services industry.

Carmen is a visionary leader, licensed social worker, and fierce advocate for individuals with disabilities, mental health challenges, and those often overlooked by traditional systems. Through Sample Supports, she’s proving that profit and purpose can coexist—and that innovation, empathy, and courage can change the way we serve vulnerable communities.

In this inspiring conversation, Carmen opens up about her early life in an alcoholic household, how those experiences shaped her empathy and resilience, and why she decided to disrupt the nonprofit model to build sustainable, human-centered care. From employing individuals with disabilities in restaurants and retail to creating housing opportunities for high-risk adults, her story is a masterclass in compassionate entrepreneurship and social change.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Discover how Carmen Sample is transforming the social services industry with a sustainable, for-profit model for good.

⭐️ Learn how personal hardship and resilience can shape purpose-driven leadership.

⭐️ Explore the power of combining business strategy with social impact to create lasting change.

⭐️ Understand how empowering individuals with disabilities can strengthen entire communities.

⭐️ Be inspired by how compassion, innovation, and courage can redefine what it means to serve others.

& more...


Know more about Carmen:

https://changeitanyway.com/f/the-humanity-toll-of-marco-rubio%E2%80%99s-foreign-aid-cuts

https://www.samplesupports.com/our-story.html

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In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Sean Meyers, host of the Level Up and Live Podcast, entrepreneur, coach, and faith-driven leader dedicated to helping others reach their full potential in life and business.

Sean shares his remarkable journey from corporate burnout to spiritual awakening, revealing how vulnerability, self-awareness, and faith transformed his leadership, his marriage, and his mission. Today, through his Level Up and Live Mastermind and Podcast, he empowers others to design lives of purpose, service, and fulfillment.

This conversation dives deep into what it truly means to level up—not just in business, but in character, mindset, and heart.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Discover how faith and self-awareness can unlock your untapped potential.

⭐️ Learn how to turn life’s setbacks into fuel for growth and transformation.

⭐️ Understand the power of vulnerability and connection in leadership.

⭐️ See why serving others is the key to finding your true purpose.

⭐️ Explore how to build a life and business that you’ll never grow to hate.

& more...


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Website: Levelupandlive.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088594897735

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/level_up_and_live?

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In this episode, Rick shares an exciting announcement about Voices of Impact: Stories from Social Impact Heroes — the new book born from the heart of the

I Spark Change Podcast.

He reflects on the journey of I Spark Change, from its beginnings in 2020 with his first book 12 Hours of Heaven: Lessons for a Better World, to nearly 170 inspiring podcast episodes featuring extraordinary changemakers who are reshaping the world through kindness, courage, and purpose.

This episode is a celebration of how stories unite us and ignite transformation. Rick reveals how Voices of Impact honors 17 incredible co-authors — from visionary leaders to everyday heroes — each sharing their personal journey of creating meaningful change. More than just a book, it’s a movement reminding us all that one story, one voice, and one action can spark ripples of impact around the world.

Tune in to hear how this new chapter of I Spark Change invites YOU to be part of a growing community of impact heroes. 💙

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Voices of Impact is a new book inspired by the I Spark Change Podcast, featuring 17 social impact heroes from around the world.

⭐️ Rick shares how storytelling can be one of the most powerful ways to create global change.

⭐️ Learn how I Spark Change evolved from one book and an idea into a worldwide movement for positive impact.

⭐️ Discover the connection between sharing your voice and igniting change in your community.

⭐️ The episode invites listeners to join the Voices of Impact live launch event and become part of the movement for social good.

& more...

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In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Logan Altman, Chief Impact Officer at Doing Good Works—a certified social enterprise turning branded merchandise and event activations into life-changing outcomes for people with lived experience in foster care.

He discusses building a “world-class transaction → tangible transformation” model, the rise of Doing Good Works from startup to 2× Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Business, and why he believes doing good is good for business. Logan—named to Greater Irvine’s 2024 “40 Under 40” and the 2020 Bess Cohn Humanitarian of the Year—details the Foster Greatness platform, the 10/20/30 impact framework, and how lived-experience leadership, community, and practical skills shift youth from survival to thriving.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Branded merchandise can fund measurable foster care impact.

⭐️ Foster Greatness connects lived-experience youth to local resources, mentors, and jobs.

⭐️ The 10/20/30 model ties profit, volunteer time, and hiring to social outcomes.

⭐️ Purpose-driven purchasing boosts CSR and marketing ROI.

⭐️ Lived-experience leadership + community support creates sustainable transformation.

& more...


Know more about Logan:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/loganjayaltman/

https://calbaptist.edu/alumni-spotlight/logan-altman

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