Spontaneous Moments

My guest this week is the author of Kindness - The Little Thing that Matters Most and founder of 52 Lives, Jaime Thurston. 52 Lives, is a charity that aims of change a life every week of the year with the help of almost 100,000 kind strangers. She has created a global movement of people who come together each week to spread kindness and change lives. If you are a fan of mine, then you are going to LOVE Jaime and her work. This is a kindness-centric conversation and what it truly means to be kind and live kind.  

Consolee Nishimwe is a survivor of the 1994 genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda and lived through the horrors of that genocide at the age of fourteen. Consolee suffered insurmountable physical and emotional torture for three months, hiding from place to place to evade capture and certain death. In the end, she miraculously survived with her mother and younger sister, but her father and three young brothers were savagely murdered. Consolee's miraculous and inspiring story of survival is a grim testament of hope and faith triumphing over tragedy and provides lessons that will help anyone who is grappling with difficulties in their life. She is a committed speaker on the genocide, a defender of global women's rights, and an advocate for other genocide survivors. This conversation contains very difficult topics, so be aware. I also want to make you aware of the darkness around us, as it can lead us to understand the light. This powerful conversation will move you and show you that even in the darkest times, hope can be a light to guide us.

Scott Fifer is the founder and CEO of GO Campaign. GO Campaign is an incredible organization that gives opportunities to children worldwide and empowers local heroes. Some of their ambassadors include Ewan McGregor, Robert Pattinson, and Lily Collins. GO Campaign's work is global and local, not just the “charity hotspots” we see in the media. This conversation dives into how Scott got inspired to create GO Campaign and the truth about charity. I feel I've made a new friend in Scott, as he genuinely understands that making others feel seen is the GREATEST power we can deploy in the world. Please check out GO Campaign and see if they are doing something in your local area. The world is still recovering after the past few years and you may be able to change a life. Website - http://gocampaign.org Follow Scott on IG @gofifer and say Hi and that Leon sent you!

A spontaneous conversation about spirituality, letting spirit in, and being Greek! This was a wonderful introduction to Agapi Stassinopoulos. Agapi is a best-selling author and speaker who inspires audiences around the globe. In her latest book, Speaking with Spirit: 52 Prayers to Guide, Inspire, and Uplift You, she presents a non-denominational guide to harnessing this power of prayer in your life. I've been on a journey, looking for spirit for many years, and to have an in-depth conversation about it with someone on the same path was exhilarating. I hope you leave this conversation as inspired as I was.

Do you sometimes find it hard to forgive yourself? If so, you're not alone. In this episode, Leon Logothetis, and leading speaker and author, Chris Singleton, discuss the power of forgiveness. This fascinating conversation will explore the science of forgiveness and how it can help you to overcome past hurts, achieve greater emotional clarity, and create a more fulfilling life. Listen as Leon and Chris discuss the benefits of forgiveness and how it can help you to live a life of happiness and peace. Chris Singleton is a former minor league baseball player drafted by the Chicago Cubs, speaker, and author. He became a nationally-renowned speaker with a message of resilience, forgiveness, and unity following the loss of his mother in the 2012 Mother Emanuel Church Tragedy in Charleston, SC. Y ou can learn more about Chris at https://www.chrissingleton.com/

My guest this week is photographer and adventurer Sue Flood. Her passion is for the Polar regions and her photography of it is jaw-dropping. She's worked with Sir David Attenborough on The Blue Planet and Planet Earth shows, as well as a number of other productions. What I took away most from Sue was her daily love for what she does. It's inspiring and I hope you find that thing in life that lights you up inside, like the polar for Sue. Learn more about Sue at www.sueflood.com

If you could travel anywhere in the world right now, where would you go and why? Rolf Potts (@rolfpotts) is a travel writer, podcaster, and author of the bestseller Vagabonding: An Uncommon Guide to the Art of Long-Term World Travel. His latest book is The Vagabond's Way: 366 Meditations on Wanderlust, Discovery, and the Art of Travel. I have always said travel is the most mind-expanding thing a person can do. Rolf, a serial traveler, reinforces this in our conversation this week. I've known of Rolf for a long time but we never met until this very moment. Learn more about Rolf Potts - rolfpotts.com/

Sterling Hawkins is an author, speaker, and founder of the #NoMatterWhat movement.
 Sterling shares how embracing discomfort, or in his words, “hunting discomfort”, is the key to living a more fulfilled life and achieving greater results.

 This was a fascinating conversation that at times felt like therapy for me. I guarantee you leave this episode feeling fired up and looking for areas in your life where you can lean into that discomfit to grow. 
 You can learn more about Sterling at www.sterlinghawkins.com

A.J. Jacobs is a bestselling author, journalist, and human guinea pig. He has written a number of New York Times bestsellers, including Thanks a Thousand (for which he went around the world and thanked every person who had even the smallest role in making his morning cup of coffee) and The Year of Living Biblically (for which he followed all the rules of the Bible literally for a year). His TED talks have over 10M+ views combined. This spontaneous conversation was an absolute blast! A.J. shared why he does these extreme experiments in society and how curiosity is a superpower. He also shares an amazing story of searching for a man who saved his life over 30 years ago!

Ultramarathon Runner and Author Charlie Engle joins me for a spontaneous conversation about: → Overcoming Addiction → His work with Deepak Chopra → Running across the Sahara with zero preparation → How to fully accept who we are If you are going through any challenges in your life, this episode will give you the strength to get through it. Learn more about Charlie - https://www.charlieengle.com/

Leah Goldstein is World Kickboxing Champion, former Israeli Commando Instructor, and Ultra Endurance Cyclist. She was the first woman to ever win the Race Across America overall solo. This was a remarkable conversation about how Leah went from being a super spy to becoming one of the toughest women in the world. Leah continues to break world records and if you're looking for inspiration to take on anything in life, Leah is for you!

This week, I want to share a speech I recently gave about the secret to feeling less alone. I talk about my journey from being depressed and alone, to a more fulfilled and joyful life. Kindness, compassion, and empathy are superpowers we all have to not only change our lives, but the lives of those around us. I hope you take something away from this speech and please share it with those you feel could use it.

Are we alone? Is there life out there? I ponder these questions almost daily and am obsessed with finding out the answers. My guest this week is Seth Shostak from SETI (Search for extraterrestrial intelligence) where I bombard him with all the questions I've always wanted to ask about space, aliens, and what would happen if we found intelligent alien life today Learn more about SETI Institute - https://www.seti.org/

Rabbi Binny Freedman survived a terrorist attack in downtown Jerusalem in August 2001 which killed 15 people. He was kind enough to open up and share his experience in incredible detail. I have never been moved to tears during an interview like this as you'll see. It was a profound conversation with many life lessons. I hope it inspires you to connect to your humanity and to connect with the humanity around you. Please enjoy this conversation.

Robert Baer is a New York Times bestselling author and one of the most accomplished agents in CIA history. He's an intelligence and security analyst for CNN, a Time's intelligence columnist, and has contributed to Vanity Fair, The Wall Street Journal, and The Washington Post. This is a jaw-dropping conversation about the reality of the world today, from what's happening in Russia, and what's happening in the United States, to some chilling predictions. As you can hear in my questions, I was very intrigued and quite frankly shook by some of his answers. Robert has just released his new book 'The Fourth Man: The Hunt for a KGB Spy at the Top of the CIA and the Rise of Putin's Russia' which is a fascinating read and I highly recommend it. Buy the book here - https://amzn.to/3JNgSpd

Magic was captured in this conversation. Tracy Litt is an author, awe-inspiring speaker, and mindset coach. This conversation goes deep into dealing with societal trauma and one's own trauma. Something profound from this discussion is the fact that nobody is broken and we are all enough.  I hope you leave as inspired as I was from this conversation. Tracy truly is a magical heart-centered being. You can learn more about Tracy's incredible work at her website www.thelittfactor.com and on social media at @thelittfactor

  Dr. Hazel A. Barton is a microbiologist, geologist, and cave diving explorer. She's known as the 'Lara Croft of microbiology.' A lot of Dr. Barton's work is around microbiology in caves, and she's world-renowned for finding potentially life-saving microbes that can combat antibiotic resistance. In our conversation, she explains the basics of cave exploration, the importance of microbes on the planet, and how they can shape the future of humanity. We also dive into the topic of 'what is life?'. You can learn more about Dr. Barton on social at @cavescience

Saray Khumalo made history when she became the first black African woman to climb Mount Everest. In this conversation, you'll learn how Saray tried not once, not twice, but three times to summit Everest before she was successful. It reminds me of that Winston Churchill quote “Never, never, never give up”. If we could all build such resilience in our lives, we could truly do even more extraordinary things. One line for Saray I will never forget is that “It always seems impossible until it's done”. Saray is also a mother, transformational coach, and philanthropist, helping such organizations as Kids Haven, The Lunchbox Fund, and Mandela Libraries. Learn more about Saray at www.saraykhumalo.com

Chris Fallows is a great white Shark expert and wildlife photographer from South Africa. He's worked with the likes of David Attenborough and his photography is well renowned around the world. If you've ever seen those jaw-dropping images of great white sharks jumping out of the ocean, the odds are Chris took that photograph. This is a fascinating conversation about the interconnectedness of nature and the importance of our oceans, forests, and animals. This episode could be a great reminder you need to reconnect with nature and step away from your digital lives. The real world is literally outside our door and no matter where you live on this blue marble, there is something fascinating close by. You can follow Chris on social @chrisfallowsphotography and his website at www.chrisfallows.com 

Jamie Hull is a former army reservist and plane crash survivor. Whilst training for his private pilot's license in 2007, Jamie's aircraft caught fire and his aircraft crashed, with him leaping from the wing moments before impact. Jamie sustained horrific injuries which included over 60% of his body suffering from 3rd and 4th-degree burns. Against all odds, Jamie survived and our conversation truly highlights the resilience of the human spirit and how we can overcome anything. I hope you are as inspired as I was by this episode. You can follow Jamie on Instagram @iamjamiehull1 Check out Jamie's book "Life on a Thread", available at all major retailers.

My guest this week is British Army sniper and veteran Craig Harrison. Craig was known for the longest kill in the world at just over 1.5 miles. Since leaving the army, he has battled PTSD and our conversation highlights the struggles we all go through with our mental health.

 This is a very important episode to highlight mental health and show you that there is help out there, no matter who you are. It is the darkness that we find the light, and by having these open conversations, we learn that human connection is a tool for healing.

This was one of the most remarkable conversations I've ever had that touched me in a way I was not expecting. Never have I experienced such wisdom and insight from stories of the unimaginable horrors of war. My guest this week is Joy Kogawa. Joy is the author best known for her 1981 classic novel "Obasan", based on Joy and her family's forced relocation to Japanese internment camps during the Second World War. She was made a member of the Order of Canada, the Order of B.C., the Order of the Rising Sun, and has received seven honorary doctorates in literature, law, and divinity from several Canadian universities. The lessons Joy has learned in her life are truly magnificent and we can learn a lot from her. I hope this conversation touches you as profoundly as it touched me and you take something away from it.

This week, I got to speak to Caroline Cocciardi about the wonders and secrets of Leonardo Da Vinci's hidden messages in his paintings. It's a remarkable conversation that will have you scrolling online after looking for these secrets like I did and learning about the humanity within the art. I never knew how much was hidden in the Mona Lisa before this chat. Caroline Cocciardi is a filmmaker and writer. Her book “Leonardo's Knots” is a fascinating read.

What would you do if you were in a plane that was about to crash? My guest this week knows this all too well. Dave Sanderson is a speaker, author, and one of the survivors of the Miracle on the Hudson crash. As well as recounting the terrifying ordeal on board, Dave talks about how we can turn any turmoil into triumph. I guarantee you will gain new superpowers in dealing with adversity with Dave's wisdom. This was a phenomenal conversation I can't wait for you to listen to! You can learn more about Dave and his amazing story at www.davesandersonspeaks.com


Rick Minnich is an award winning American independent filmmaker based in Berlin, Germany. He lived on both sides of the Iron Curtain, and has dedicated his life to helping Americans and Russians understand that they have a whole lot more in common than most realize. Our conversation focuses on his latest film The Strait Guys, which is being released theatrically in Europe during June. It's the incredible true story of a group of US and Russian visionaries who are trying to link their countries via the world's longest train tunnel beneath the Bering Strait. The InterContinental Railway would be the “Panama Canal of the 21st century” and promises to bring “peace, progress, and prosperity” to all humankind. You can learn more about Rick at rickminnich.com

Orly Wahba is an author, speaker and founder of Life Vest Inside, a nonprofit organization with a mission to inspire, empower, and educate people of all backgrounds to lead a life of kindness. Orly is best known for her film, Kindness Boomerang, went viral reaching more than 100 million people globally and led to her invitation to speak at TED and the publication of her book of the same name. Orly and I have crossed paths before and it was wonderful to connect like this. This is a truly inspiring and timely conversation about kindness, empathy and the awareness of seeing others. You can learn more about Orly at https://www.lifevestinside.com/

This weeks episode of the show was one of the most mesmerising conversations I've had in some time. Elainea Emmott and her son Wesley joined me for a discussion about the magic of food. Elainea is a photographer, a chef and featured on the show Crazy Delicious. I've never met two people more passionate about food than them in my life. For them food is not just something to eat, but a tool to connect with others. The images and emotions they paint with their words will leave you fascinated and hungry! I was so moved by the conversation, I literally end up inviting myself to their home that week to eat with them. This truly is a spontaneous moment in a conversation and shows why I do this show. To connect. You can follow Elainea on Instagram - @emmottelainea

Katie Spotz is an endurance athlete and adventurer who became the youngest person to row solo across the Atlantic Ocean. This isn't her only achievement, as he's done numerous incredible feats such as 5 Ironman Triathlons as well as running across Maine non stop to name a few. This is a discussion about daring to be great and stepping into a world where challenges make us grow. I think you're going to get a lot out of this conversation and like me, be so inspired, you'll do something crazy, like I say at the end of the episode! Tune in to find out what mad act I've committed to do!

This week is a very special episode which highlights some of the incredible women who have been on Spontaneous Moments of Conversation so far. This episode features the likes of Dr. Sasha Heinz explaining how to get unstuck in your life, Karen Darke's sensational adventure across the Himalayas on a hand bike after a life changing accident and many other stories from inspiring, powerful women. This episodes guests are: Sasha Heinz  - How to get Unstuck  Karen Darke - How to Un-limit yourself  Felicity Aston - Standing at the North Pole  Tia Graham - How to be Happy  Michaela Pereira - Dealing with grief If you know any inspiring women you'd love to see on the show, drop my producer an email at spontaneousmomentspodcast@gmail.com 

Jonathan Karl is an author and political journalist. He's covered every major assignment in Washington, D.C., including the White House, Capitol Hill, the Pentagon, and the State Department, and has reported from more than 30 countries. Jonathan served as the Chief White House Correspondent for ABC News from December 2012 through the end of the Trump administration in January 2021. He is the author of the 2020 book Front Row at the Trump Show and the 2021 book Betrayal: The Final Act of the Trump Show. Both books are New York Times bestsellers. This was an incredible conversation into the world as we know it today and how it was shaped, from an inside perspective. If you know me, I'm fascinated by politics, so this was an eye opening deep dive for me.

Karen Darke is a British Paralympic cyclist, Paratriathlete, adventurer and author. She won Gold at the 2016 Rio Paralympics in the Women's road time trial, following her success in the 2012 London Paralympics winning a silver medal. Some of her adventures include hand-cycling across the Himalaya from Kazakhstan to Pakistan, through the Indian Himalaya in 2005 and 2018, and across the Tibetan Plateau in 2014. In 2002 she was part of a team sea kayaking from Canada to Alaska. This is a remarkable conversation about the resilience of the human spirit in the face of some of the most unimaginable odds. If you want a dose of motivation to power you through to your goals, this conversation is sure to give it to you!

“Maybe you can hear artillery and multiple rocket launchers?” With these words, my conversation deep into the heart of darkness, began… My podcast, ‘Spontaneous Moments of Conversation' is ultimately about reconnecting with each other through our shared humanity. Through the lost art of spontaneous conversation I get to connect with strangers across the globe. Within that conversation, our humanity flows. Magic happens. Two human beings drop their masks (the psychological kind), and connect. Purely. Simply. Profoundly. When the threads of this shared humanity are broken by war, two catastrophes engulf us. First, we lose hope in what it means to be human. Surely people cannot behave so barbarically? Secondly we lose hope in our right to live from a place of our own humanity. How can I embrace my humanity, when others are trampling on my right to exist? In the midst of such catastrophe we are forced to see each other & ourselves anew. We are forced to remember that it is in fact, that shared humanity that threads all of our lives together. And it is during times of crisis that our humanity needs reminding of its importance.  “Maybe you can hear artillery and multiple rocket launchers at distance and you can smell something burning…” My conversation with Gela, a language teacher in Kyiv, reminded me of the importance of this shared humanity. As I spoke from the safety of my Los Angeles home, bombs were literally dropping in his city. In his neighborhood.   Yet, the one thing that remained constant was our human connection. His humanity shone through the zoom call. His bravery extraordinary. His love. Pure. Surely, it doesn't need a war to be reminded that we are all human. And that we share so much… I hope you are as moved as I was, with my conversation with a man, a city, a country, reeling from the very real bombs falling on their heads as we speak.

Dr. Sasha Heinz is a Mindset Coach and Developmental Psychologist, with a practice grounded in psychological science (particularly positive & developmental psychology). She helps the covertly under-fulfilled feel as good as their lives look on paper. This was an incredibly in-depth and vulnerable conversation in which I had many ah-ha moments. You can learn more about Dr. Heinz at https://drsashaheinz.com/

Ash Bhardwaj is a travel-writer, film-maker and storyteller. He has written publications like The Daily Telegraph, The Times and Huffington Post as well as producing programmes for Channel 4, the BBC, Animal Planet and Terra Mater. 
 He recently just finished an 8500km overland trip from the top of Norway to Romania, exploring former Soviet countries and their neighbours like Ukraine, at a time of increased tensions between Russia and the West. With everything happening in the world today, this is a very timely conversation and I always love connecting with other like minded travelers. 
You can learn more about Ash at https://www.ashbhardwaj.com/

Jay Dobyns was a federal agent for twenty-seven years before retiring in 2014. He achieved worldwide notoriety as one of history's most daring undercover operators during high-octane missions targeting America's violent crime. Often playing the role of a shrewdly-calculating hitman or mob debt collector infiltrating scores of deadly criminal enterprises while living among street and prison gangs, anti-government extremists, gunrunning groups, drug traffickers and organized crime members, bomb builders, home invasion robbery crews and "murder-for-hire" suspects. This conversation is one of the most incredible and emotional conversations I've every had, so strap in for an incredible listen. Jay is an amazing man with a huge heart. No matter who we are or our backgrounds, we all have the ability to connect.

My guest this week is Brian Keating, who is an expert in the study of the universe's oldest light, the cosmic microwave background, using it to learn about the origins and evolution of the universe. Brian is an author, speaker, inventor and a Chancellor's Distinguished Professor of physics at the Center for Astrophysics & Space Sciences (CASS) in the Department of Physics at the University of California, San Diego. It was a privilege to have Brian on the show and share his incredible knowledge about the cosmos. I left this conversation 38% smarter than before it! You can learn more about Brian's amazing work at the links below. Subscribe to Brian Keating's Podcast  https://briankeating.com/podcast.php https://twitter.com/DrBrianKeating https://www.instagram.com/DrBrianKeating/ https://www.youtube.com/DrBrianKeating

Tia Graham is the Founder of Arrive At Happy (aah!), a Certified Chief Happiness Officer, and has worked with dozens of companies around the world, improving work place happiness and productivity. In this conversation, we deep dive into all things happiness. We chat about the obstacles that stop us from feeling happy as well as simple things we can do daily to increase our wellbeing. You can find out more about Tia at www.arriveathappy.com

Disney animator, producer and director Saul Blinkoff joins me this week on the show. Saul has one of the most remarkable stories of perseverance I've ever heard. If you have a dream, listening to Saul's story will inspire you that you can achieve anything. Saul has the ultimate underdog story and you're going to be as speechless during this episode as I was! You can learn more about Saul at www.saulblinkoff.com

Jack Barsky is a former sleeper agent of the KGB who spied on the United States from 1978 to 1988. This was one of the most remarkable conversations I've ever had about one of the most volatile times in US history. Jack reveals how he became a spy for Russia in the United States as well as what made him decide to stop. The answer will surprise you! Jack's book Deep Undercover is a must read about his remarkable life. You can learn more about Jack Barsky at https://jackbarsky.com/

This week is a mash up of golden moments from the show. These are purely spontaneous moments that led to some of the most jaw dropping responses and insights. From Jim Wetherbee talking about being a first responder at The Challenger Disaster, to Steve Sims creating one of the most spectacular private events to have ever happened, this will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you're looking to hear some of the magic of what a spontaneous conversation can do, this is the episode for you! This episode includes Jim Wetherbee, Steve Sims, Dotsie Bausch, Sean Conway and Scott Stabile.

I got to sit down with one of the greatest Liverpool Football Club legends, David Fairclough. As you'll hear in this interview, I was in shock for most of it! David was a true gentleman and I got to ask questions I've always wanted to ask about famous matches of the past and chat about my favorite thing on the planet… football (or soccer for the Americans!)

 If you are a Liverpool fan, you will love this!
 If you are a football fan, you will love this!
 If you want to see me the most excited I've ever been on the show, you'll love this!

Jim Wetherbee is a retired United States Navy officer and aviator, test pilot, aerospace engineer and NASA Astronaut. He is a veteran of six Space Shuttle missions and is the only American to have commanded five spaceflight missions. We talk in depth about the importance of staying in the moment, how it actually feels to pilot a spaceship, as well as some of his experiences, like investigating the Challenger disaster as it happened.  Jim's new book "Controlling Risk in a Dangerous World" is out now and you can find Jim on his website www.jimwetherbee.com 

This week I'm joined by author and trainer Lt. Col. Dave Grossman, who shared about the effects of violence in our society and the psychology of killing. This fascinating discussion makes for quite a heavy episode, but the information is so important. We dive into why we do certain things and how we can move, through understanding the darkness, into the light. After visiting places like Auschwitz and The Killing Fields, I understand why we need to learn how to ensure these things never happen again.

Sean Conway is a Zimbabwean endurance adventurer, world record holder and author who became the first person to cycle, swim, and run the length of Great Britain. In 2016 he completed the world's longest triathlon, a 4,200 mile journey around the coast of Britain. In this conversation, Sean paints vivid pictures of his adventures around the world and breaking records. We also dive into that inner calling we both have for travel and how he went from photographing babies for a living, to becoming one of the most well known endurance athletes in the world.

This week, I sat down with The Real Life Wizard of Oz, Steve Sims. Steve is a remarkable man who creates unforgettable experiences for people. He shares a number of stories from his work, including one where he closed a museum in Florence, set up a dining table at the feet of the Michelangelo's David and had Andrea Bocelli serenade guests! This episode will really show you that what you thought was impossible is possible. You can learn more about Steve on social @stevedsims and his website www.stevedsims.com

From one of the greatest stories I've ever heard to life changing advice, there are some incredible pieces of wisdom in this weeks episode. This is a selection of some of the best moments from Spontaneous Moments of Conversation so far. We're only 19 episodes in, but already I've met so many new friends and had some of the best conversations of my life! Thank you for all your support and for listening. My goal is to inspire you to meet new people, without preconceived ideas and connect with them.  This episode features Chris Hadfield, Michaela Pereira, Drew Binsky, Sonja Wieck, Mike Dooley, Andrea Bartz and Dimiter Yordanov Watch the episode on my Youtube!

My guest this week is polar explorer and author Felicity Aston MBE. She was the first woman to ever ski alone across Antartica which secured her a place in the Guinness World Records. She was also awarded an MBE from the Queen of England! Felicity's an incredible storyteller as you'll hear. We chat about that inner calling to be an explorer, Felicity's fascination with the polar regions of our planet and global warming. Felicity is embarking on a new adventure in April which you can learn about here - http://www.bignorthpole.com/ She also has a new book “Life Lessons from Explorers” 

Andrea Bartz is a New York Times best selling author and journalist. This conversation dives deep into following that calling we have within us and being brave to act upon it. Andrea talks about being authentic to yourself with your work and also drops some great techniques for improving your writing. Andrea's new book We Were Never Here is out now, and already a NYT Bestseller and appears on many prominent bookclub lists. You can follow Andrea @andibartz and her website www.andreabartz.com

My guest this week is author, speaker and entrepreneur Stephen Scoggins. Stephen is a tremendously inspiring guy and has touched the lives of thousands with his work. Stephen went from homeless to building a company worth over $100 Million dollars, and now he wants to serve humanity to show that we are all extraordinary. It was a fun and deep conversation with Stephen and I hope you take away some inspiration to apply to your life. You can follow Stephen on Instagram @stephen_scoggins

My guest this week is former Royal Canadian Air Force fighter pilot, retired astronaut and the first Canadian to walk in space Chris Hadfield. This was truly one of the greatest conversations of my life. You may remember Chris went viral on Youtube with his rendition of Space Oddity from the International Space Station. The images Chris paints with his words about his adventures in space will leave you stunned. When he talked about surfing the Southern Lights, I was speechless. They say travel changes your life, but space travel?!?! That's a whole different level. Follow Chris on Twitter - @Cmdr_Hadfield Chris's new book - The Apollo Murders -  Follow Leon on Instagram - @thekindnessguy www.leonlogothetis.com

My guest this week is news anchor, speaker and soul connector Michaela Pereira. This conversation gave me goosebumps throughout, as Michaela is a beautiful soul with an open heart.  There is so much to take away from this conversation that will leave you inspired and wanting to know more! Michaela shares her incredible story of overcoming adversity to get where she is today as well as many wonderful ways to deal with overwhelm in the world today. You can watch Michaela on Good Day LA if you live in LA and follow her @michaelapereira