WORLD GONE GOOD

Lindsay Gould is the burning bright force behind and owner of Candle Bar 111 in Santa Barbara, CA and she's the definition of creative. This episode is another adventure outside the studio as we met up face-to-face and over coffee to talk the plusses and minuses of following our dreams, living the business owner life, and embracing failure as anything but failing. We had the pleasure of taking a class with her and building our own candles from scratch - Gooooooo, Science! - and there's even a guest star appearance from the train that goes right through town. If you've been thinking about trying something new with your own amazing idea, let this conversation be the one to light your fire. _______________________ Steve is busy at work on the third book in his cozy mystery series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES. Grab the first two and get caught up: Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy

Mark Skipper continues the good conversation all about Faces of Rebellion, his artistic mission to lend his voice to the climate crisis at hand. We talk everything from community-building rallies and protests to how he sees himself as an artist in this world to the people who have inspired him to make the change he wants to see. We learned so much speaking with Mark and here's one of the most important parts: every single one of us has something to give and that something we each give uplifts others, makes us all feel a little less alone, and creates the much-needed community we all definitely want so much more of. This is part two of our oh-so-good conversation - be sure to go back one episode to hear the first part before listening (no spoilers!). ______________________________ Steve is busy at work on the third book in his cozy mystery series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES. Grab the first two and get caught up: Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy

Mark Skipper is equal parts talented artist and climate activist. And just how is he bridging those two passions together? Through his project, Faces of Rebellion, where he sits down with people making a difference in the world to not just sketch and draw them, but also to connect with them and share their stories. Literally, he combines their likeness with their mission, all on one glorious single piece of paper. We chat about where he finds his inspiration, how art has always had a profound effect on him, and how every single one of us can make change happen, and in turn, make the planet a better place, simply by using our individual talent, whatever it may be. If you question whether you can make a difference, you very well may find the answer in this oh-so-good conversation (spoiler alert: you can choose to make change happen anytime you want, exactly where you are - it really is that simple). This is part one of our conversation. ________________________________ Steve is busy at work on the third book in his cozy mystery series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES. Grab the first two and get caught up: Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy

Christina Shadle is a functional nutritional therapy practitioner (say that five times fast) aaaand she likes herself some wine (who doesn't?). But she also found that over time (literal time, we are talking aging, people), her tolerance and ability to bounce back from a few glasses of her favorite cocktail wasn't what it used to be. So she created her course, WELLNESS FOR WINOS, where the goal is to keep the cocktails and lose the consequences. She joins us to talk the good of habit stacking, detox and balance, and how a 14 day nourishing reset can be a life changer. It's 5 o'clock somewhere, am I right? Might as well enjoy it and feel good after doing so. This one is for the wine lovers out there (like me). _______________________________ Steve is busy at work on the third book in his cozy mystery series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES. Grab the first two and get caught up: Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy

Meet the Old Ladies Against Underwater Garbage, a group of environmentalists who are proving age is just a number as they dive deep to and make a difference. Mary Grauerholz and Trish Corey join us to talk the good of making a difference right in your own backyard. Formed in 2017, OLAUG has been cleaning up ponds on Cape Cod from Falmouth to Chatham ever since. Gathering small teams of all-women swimmers, ages 64 to 85, they sweep along the shallows, to pick up beer cans, golf balls, fishing lures, waterlogged dog toys, hats, jackets, shoes, and occasionally a tire, cell phone or box of spent fireworks. They've been featured on NBC Nightly News, The Drew Barrymore Show, and NPR and now they're here to share their good time with us. If you're sitting around asking yourself if you're too old or it's too late, these proud powerhouses have a message for you: NOPE. YOU STILL GOT TIME. We all do. _______________________________ Steve is busy at work on the third book in his cozy mystery series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES. Grab the first two and get caught up: Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy

Beth Amodio is President/CEO of One Warm Coat, the organization on a mission to provide free coats to children and adults in need while promoting volunteerism and environmental sustainability. One Warm Coat is all about community: they create awareness of the vital need, this awareness brings volunteers, coat donations and monetary donations, they then pass the donations to nonprofit partners across the United States, who serve communities in need. Every year, this incredible platform helps deliver over half a million jackets and coats right into the hands of people who need them most. We talk the good of coat drives, how if we see it we can make it so, and yes, Wheel of Fortune. Yep. You read that right. Come on now, admit it, you've got a coat or two in your own closet you haven't worn in how long now? Are you ready to pay it forward and make someone in your own community a little warmer, a little safer today? ___________________________________ Steve is busy at work on the third book in his cozy mystery series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES. Grab the first two and get caught up: Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy

Maya Brattkus wanted to give her friend who lost her home in the LA fires a gift to comfort her and help her through her grief. What she didn't realize is that her art would touch so many people in need as well. So she started drawing the houses and businesses that were lost in the Eaton and Palisades fires to raise awareness and support for strangers she had never met, ones who had lost so much. And that's how her Lost Home Project began. And it's still going. Maya's goal is to compile as many drawings of these houses, along with the stories behind them, to compile into a book to pay tribute to her community. They say art heals people. Sometimes an artist realizes it can heal themself. This is Maya's good journey... ___________________________________ Steve is busy at work on the third book in his cozy mystery series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES. Grab the first two and get caught up: Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy

Sean Devlin was tired of nothing but bad news so he decided to do something about it in the nicest way possible. Nice News highlights the good stuff happening around the world on a daily basis. And with over 1 million daily followers, they must be doing something nice...er...right. Sean shares everything from where he finds his own personal inspiration and drive to how being a 'nice guy' is actually a good thing, especially in the current culture climate. Know this: When the force of nice nature behind Nice News teams up with the proactive people from World Gone Good, it's gonna be a hell of a positive experience. Plus Steve finally agrees we can be both good AND nice. ___________________________________ Steve is busy at work on the third book in his cozy mystery series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES. Grab the first two and get caught up: Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy

Craig Polsfuss believes we can change in an instant because that's exactly what happened to him. There will be listeners of this episode who will connect with this mindset and there will be listeners who wave it off as malarky (you heard me, I said it, I said malarky). And guess what? Craig's good with either and both responses. As a licensed psychologist practicing over 4 decades, he's definitely seen and heard it all. In his late 20s, he had his own instant transformation, and it changed how he not just worked with his clients but also how he saw the world and saw himself within it. He's put all his feelings and findings into his book, Reality Shattering Insights, with the hope he can help spark others to find their own personal transformation and begin a life journey, no matter where you are at in your life. If you have been thinking about making a change, if you've been talking yourself out of doing it, if you have been waiting for a sign, if you are just open to it, this conversation may just be the spark you need. Spoiler Alert: I ask Craig if it's ever too late and his answer is one word, "NEVER." ______________________________________ Have you gotten your copies of Steve's series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES? Book 1: DROWN TOWN Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk & Book 2: MURDER UNMASKED Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy

Frank Holleman is the founder of the Fork Ranger initiative, a platform dedicated to educating people on how their food choices can impact climate change and providing practical ways to eat more sustainably through recipes and information. Nearly 60% of food waste starts in our homes, with 1/5th of all food produced each year squandered or lost before it can be consumed. This is the equivalent to one billion - billion with a B - meals - per day - !! Information like this can feel so overwhelming but one person can make a difference especially if that one person inspires others to follow suit. Frank is that one person and he's one person you need to hear from to see how you can be the next. We talk everything from leaning in to everyday recipes to why supermarkets may not be so super after all and he also announces our show intro in Dutch - how good is that? Enjoy this international new episode. ____________________________ Start the new year with a new mystery: MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Marcy Thrash brings the good of Project AnimalAid, the Boulder, Colorado based 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to improving the health and welfare of animals in the U.S. and around the world. PAA achieves this goal by collecting veterinary equipment, technology and supplies from veterinary hospitals, human hospitals, medical equipment and supply manufacturers and distributors, zoos, other non-profit organizations and individuals. These donated items are then distributed worldwide to veterinarians working in non-profit or non-governmental organizations devoted to animal health. This amazing organization is not only helping the animals of the planet, but also conserving valuable resources that will likely otherwise end up in a landfill. We are talking animals, conserving, recycling, reusing, and how bad ass it is to have Thrash as a last name. Special note from Steve: This episode is dedicated in loving memory of Mason and Haylee, our beyond good dogs, who left us too soon and too close together but we know in our hearts you two crazies are racing around somewhere, causing chaos among the stars. ____________________________ Start the new year with a new mystery: MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Brittinie Tran is a mother of 3, splitting her time between her own top-rated podcast Girl, Same and being the President of the Board for Hot Mess Express. What is Hot Mess Express? Good question. It's the women led non-profit, with chapters across the United States, serving women in their communities with zero judgment through cleaning, organizing, and offering a fresh start. Look, we all need a break and sometimes that's hard to admit. And we all need some help and sometimes that's even harder to admit. We don't want to look - or worse feel - like we can't do it all, especially when we see everyone around us (seemingly) killing it each and every day. Hot Mess Express - and Brittinie - get this and they offer a solution simply by rolling up their sleeves and getting to work. Community is needed more than ever in this world and that's what this episode is all about. It's also about traveling and living in an RV with your spouse, 3 children and 3 dogs - but that you'll have to listen to find out more. ______________________________________ Start the new year with a new mystery: MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Celebrate our 200th episode with our #1 most downloaded show guest Julie McGuire, eco-artist and internet sensation Ike Wynter, and the Black Fairy Godmother herself, Simone Gordon. We talk the good of conquering literal mountains, turning trash into treasure, and how community means - and is - everything, especially right now in the time we are living in. Our mission has remained the same over all 200 episodes: shine the light - find the light - in the darkness and prove there is good out there, and lots of it. And if you shine the light bright enough, you might even find a surprise fourth good guest at the end of this party of an episode. Who is this good mystery person? Press play and find out. This 200th party wouldn't be the same without you... ______________________________________ WORLD GONE GOOD is recording our first ever LIVE EPISODE and you can be there to see it all happen. Check out: Visit https://consciouslifeexpo.com/?ref=mjnlzjh for more details. Start the new year with a new mystery: MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

New Year, New You - Part 3: Gail Lynn wants to heal the world through sound and light healing. More specifically, she wants to do so through her creation, the Harmonic Egg. Gail's a renowned visionary, inventor and pioneer in the realm of frequency healing through both light and sound. Her innovative sound and light frequency chambers are designed with the aim of fostering holistic healing and wellness, as well as emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. We talk her journey from engineer to film producer to human at the breaking point and how she found her way through alternative paths to restore her health. She will also be a guest presenter and exhibitor at Conscious Life Expo from February 7th - 10th in Los Angeles. Oh and if you're wondering about this New Year, New You stuff - it's a new year and you have every right to a new you, so here's hoping this episode inspires just that. _______________________________________ WORLD GONE GOOD is recording our first ever LIVE EPISODE and you can be there to see it all happen. Check out: Visit https://consciouslifeexpo.com/?ref=mjnlzjh for more details. Start the new year with a new mystery: MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

New Year, New You - Part 2: Dr. Jay Winner wants us to be more gentle with ourselves, with each other, and with life over all. He's a family physician and stress expert who has helped thousands of people deal with stress. So much so, he's written a book about it, Relaxation on the Run: Simple Methods to Reduce Stress in Seconds. It's no secret we are living in stressful times. Too much stress can ruin our days and shorten our lives. It ages us, harms relationships, and impairs job performance. Excessive stress can exacerbate almost any medical condition, including obesity, heart disease, chronic pain, depression, and headaches. And in our busy lives, reducing stress can seem like just one more time-consuming and overwhelming task. Now is the time to make our health our priority and that's what he's joined us to talk about. Oh and if you're wondering about this New Year, New You stuff - it's a new year and you have every right to a new you, so here's hoping this episode inspires just that. _______________________________________ WORLD GONE GOOD is recording our first ever LIVE EPISODE and you can be there to see it all happen. Check out: Visit https://consciouslifeexpo.com/?ref=mjnlzjh for more details. Start the new year with a new mystery: MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

New Year, New You - Part 1: Alexis Gonzalez is an entrepreneur, speaker, author and Family Constellations Facilitator. She's a trained speaker with a background in both fields of spirituality and metaphysics for going on a decade. Her book, 'A Journey into Truth: Unveiling Life's Secrets for Truth-Seekers,' is all about her own personal journey, how she connected with others, and how in turn she connected with herself. She shares what she's learned from Family Constellations, how our history feeds into our present feelings, and how some of it is actually embedded in our DNA without us even knowing it. Alexis will be a presenter at the Conscious Life Expo the weekend of February 7, 2025 - where Steve will be as well to record a live podcast episode. Visit https://consciouslifeexpo.com/?ref=mjnlzjh for more details. Oh and if you're wondering about this New Year, New You stuff - it's a new year and you have every right to a new you, so here's hoping this episode inspires just that. _____________________ Start the new year with a new mystery: MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Get your ho, ho, ho on as Tim Brady, Kristine Augustyn and Kevin Ford join our sled ride directly into the holidays. We are talking the good of everything from unexpected gifts to discount Christmas trees to hiring an actor to play Santa Claus to prove to your in-denial child he truly exists. Yep. We are celebrating THAT kind of Christmas and Hanukkah together, people. About our party guests: Tim's a long time friend and when we put up a call for holiday stories, he responded first and foremost with a childhood memory that had us double over laughing - we know you will love and relate to it, too; Kristine is a new friend who brings a special present in the form of the Conscious Life Expo coming February 7 - 10 to Los Angeles; and you may recognize Kevin from his appearance on The Today Show or People Magazine, he's the guy who experienced a real life miracle and that's what we all need to hear and share more of - we're talkin' good holiday and everyday miracles. This is our annual celebration of all the ways our family and friends and even complete strangers help to make the season merry and bright. And it's our final new episode of 2024 so unwrap this one and savor it. And to all, a good night... _______________________ You know what's a good holiday gift? A book or two! MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

PaSean Wilson-Ashley returns to talk about her oh-so-good documentary, THE F WORD. What IS the F WORD? Fibroids. We talk about women's health, specifically women of color, trusting your body when it speaks to you, and how finding the right doctor is everything. PaSean has been working on this documentary for over ten years now and recently opted for a new challenge, turning it into a podcast. You know how much we love to talk to other good podcasters. It's an inspiring and informative good conversation. __________________________________________ MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Cody Bryant's real life story is right out of a soap opera: he met a girl, they started dating, he went on a trip overseas alone, got in an accident, wound up in the hospital unable to walk with no memory, she didn't hear from him and assumed she had been ghosted, they reconnected months later, started dating again, and fell in love. Crazy, right? But this is more than a love story, it's a journey filled with determination and resilience, one that Cody is still on to this very day. And he wants us all to know one good thing - never give up. _________________ The holidays are coming - why not get and give a book or two? MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Sarah Woodard is back to spark more of our consciousness - literally - that's the name of her company, Spark Consciousness. We talk the good of being and embracing our true authentic selves, taking chances in our careers and playing it safe at the same time, and knowing when it's time to make a move in every sense of the word. She's equal parts empath and creative, with more books published than you can count, and she's all about keeping it real. Have you been thinking about taking a chance, a swing, a try at something that gives you your own spark? Sarah will give you the inspiration to, as she herself says, 'Do it. Just do it.' __________________________ MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

36 years ago, Lori Maier put together Chick Singer Night for one night only and well, here we are, way more nights than one only. What exactly is Chick Singer Night? It's where singers and songwriters and performers - all of the female persuasion - come together to make music and community happen. It's a celebration of great music and a reminder to put your expectations on outcomes to the side, be present, and enjoy the experience. Get ready to enjoy the show... __________________________ MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

James Freitas continues his ghostly good story of apparitions-a-plenty...at the mall (insert menacing laugh). Look, it's no secret I fancy a spooky story, so much so I made the executive decision this good topic needed to be a two parter. But make no mistake, this is more than just another Halloween-themed tale, it's a story about our connection and shared experience. And if it opens your mind or creeps you out a little, even better I say. Please look under your bed and lock your door before continuing to listen. __________________________ Speaking of things that go bump in the night... MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Mary Edwards shared her ghostly tale in this week's episode but that was just the beginning of her story. We're keeping Halloween going a little bit longer, with this bonus treat. Enjoy...and maybe listen with the light on? Just to be safe.

Celebrate Halloween with Mary Edwards, John Carrozza, Jaci Pund, James Freitas and Susan Moore who all join us to get their good spooky time on. It's a full episode of ghostly tales - literally - this one's all about ghosts: ones that visited us in childhood, ones we went to college with, and yes, even a few who showed up at the mall back in the day. Do you believe in spirits? Can you explain the unexplainable? And what's good about it all? That's what this special holiday episode is all about. _______________________________________________________________ Speaking of things that go bump in the night... MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Have you voted? Are you planning to vote? Here's an inspirational flashback bonus with our good pal, CBS Sunday Morning correspondent and Emmy-winner Faith Salie, sharing her personal inspiration, her 100+ year old neighbor Ruth. Faith originally brought us this good story back for our 1 Year Anniversary Special, way back in Episode #61. In the current climate we are in, it felt like a good time for a reshare. Let's all honor Ruth's wish and 'Yes. Vote.'

Shelly Tygielski is a 2020 CNN Hero, the founder of Pandemic of Love, Co-Founder of Partners in Kind, and she just happens to live in Asheville, North Carolina. Yep. THAT Asheville. The same one that bore the brunt of Hurricane Helene. Nothing could have prepared her for this catastrophe, one that she is still living through and in. We talk the reality of living without running water, cell phones, electricity, what it's like to see your community this damaged, and how through it all, any one of us can be a helper, even now as the need is still there. Take note: This is NOT a downer episode. In fact, it's one of the most uplifting and inspirational ones we've ever offered. ______________________________________________ MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Shani is just another American girl from a small town in Arkansas with a love for rhythm and melody and some big dreams - several of which she's still working on to this very day. She's a singer, composer, producer and actress and on top of all that, she's a humanitarian with a vision to unite voices around the globe and help people be heard from wherever they may be from. We talk the good of taking chances, creative evolution, girl power, and why The Bee Gees may be the greatest musicians of all time. Get your creative juices flowing with this brand new, oh-so-good, episode. _________________________________________________________________ MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Our 4th anniversary celebration continues with Ellie Laks & Jay Wiener from the Gentle Barn continuing their real life and somewhat surprising love story. We pick up where we left off from last week's first part, where after five years of waiting to walk down the aisle, Jay decides to take matters into his own hands. Who's ready for a surprise family wedding in Las Vegas? Who's ready to hear how Jay went and bought Ellie a wedding gown without her even knowing it? Who's ready to hear how Ellie gets treated like royalty walking through The Venetian Hotel and Casino? This is your oh-so-good reminder that it's never too late and don't hesitate to make a surprise or two happen in your own life. Someone catch the bouquet...at least to feed it to one of the over 200 animals at the Gentle Barn. ___________________________ MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Celebrate our 4 year anniversary with the kickoff of Season 5! This special episode finally answers the question you've been waiting for: what happened at Ellie and Jay's wedding? What do you mean Ellie and Jay who? Ellie Laks joined us from the Gentle Barn waaaay back in Episode 22 and remember how she mentioned her surprise wedding? What better way to celebrate our own special day than hearing about their special day? Ellie returns with her husband Jay to take us on their good journey, how they met and how the Gentle Barn literally brought them and has kept them together. This is Part 1 of their good story. ___________________________________________ MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Vanessa Branco shares the good power of Sunbolt, the company that creates solar powered work stations that can pretty much be set up anywhere. This is about clean energy, right from the sun above, creating connection. And not just for our phones and laptops, it's about connecting people, keeping us safe, and showing kindness to our planet. We talk about they way a simple idea takes flight, why working outside is an equally enticing place to sitting in a cubicle all day, and how the next generation is leading the way, literally, into our future. Who's ready for some good green times? It's our favorite color here at World Gone Good. ______________________________________________________ MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Diane Dieterich followed her heart right to a greener pasture - literally - that's the name of her farm rescue. Greener Pastures is a 2023 top-rated great non-profit award winner and they're featured on Redfin's Bucket List as a must-see in San Luis Obispo, California, so they got a lot of good going on and a lot of good to share. Their good includes Dinkey, who back in 2019 became a social media sensation as the pig who lost twenty-plus pounds and inspired others around him to do the same. And that's what Diane - and this farm rescue - is all about: inspiration, motivation and uplifting others to make good happen in as many selfless ways as possible. Can I get an oink-men? (Sorry, it's the best I can do on limited caffeine intake today). ______________________________________________________ MURDER UNMASKED, Steve's second book in his series, THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES, is finally here! Get your copy and enjoy some good cozy mystery times: Amazon: https://shorturl.at/fDR47 Barnes & Noble: https://shorturl.at/3ccTy

Geri Jewell meets Carol Burnett in this good bonus. If you don't believe in visual and creative manifestation, you may just change your mind after hearing this story. If you can see it, you can make it happen. Anything is possible.

Geri Jewell is a comedian, actor and author who just happens to have cerebral palsy. When she crossed paths with legendary TV producer Norman Lear, her life changed forever and so did ours. Her portrayal of Cousin Geri on The Facts of Life was a ratings bonanza. She's gone on to many other projects but stand up comedy has always been her happy place. Her new book, Geri's Jewels & Gems spotlights the many columns she has written over the years and proves there is no stopping any of us when we set our mind to something we are passionate about. We talk about her first time on stage at just 18 months old all the way to her final meeting with Lear at his home where Dustin Hoffman just also happened to show up - only in Hollywood. Geri is the definition of inspiration. And she's also a damn good hilarious time. ------------------------ Steve's second novel, MURDER UNMASKED, is ready for pre-order! Visit Barnes & Noble to preorder your copy: https://shorturl.at/Zu8Ji

Nicola Balmain wants us to see the world with purpose and passion. Through her company, Nanda Journeys, she strives to create and curate trips for travelers to explore the word in meaningful ways. They offer theme-focused journeys to global destinations that speak to people's interests and opens them to new experiences. it's all about the connection with people, communities, culture and heritage. If it's true it's not all about the destination, it's about the journey, then Nicola is living her good life purpose herself. Grab your passport and lets goooooooo! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Steve's second novel, MURDER UNMASKED, is ready for pre-order! Visit Barnes & Noble to preorder your copy: https://shorturl.at/Zu8Ji

Will Keck spent his early career chasing scandals and digging up dirt. Now he's put all those stories into his own memoir, When You Step Upon A Star: Cringeworthy Confessions of a Tabloid Bad Boy. But this isn't some gossip-ridden, tattle-tale, tell all. It's the story of one man trying to find himself in all the wrong Hollywood places. Will joins us to share his love of television, specifically shows like The Brady Bunch, Eight Is Enough, The Six Million Dollar Man and more that all served as surrogate members of the family he longed to have, how some of the biggest stars he idolized and then had to demonize have forgiven him, and most importantly, how through it all he found himself and his place in the world. We also talk about why society finds itself so drawn to celebrities, how all that glitters isn't necessarily gold, and the importance of stepping outside our own secret identities. From the Ewings of Dallas to the Carringtons of Dynasty, with a pitstop in Walnut Grove, this episode guarantees a nostalgic good time. ------------------------------------------- Steve's second novel is on the way - Catch up on the first! Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Wendy Miller loves cats and cards, games and fun. That last word is the most important one. She's someone who follows her fun and it's taken her to many hilarious places including Cat Con. We talk about the secret to happiness, how expectations will get you every time, and why your dumbest idea might just be your best idea. If you're hiding your secret passion it's time to let your freak flag fly (or in this case, your kitty litter fly). Prepare to be inspired by someone who is not just meowing the meow, she's walking the cat walk (OK, I'll stop with the cat puns). And finally, Wendy was also in a Morris the Cat commercial as a child and if that doesn't make you listen to this episode, I don't know what will. ------------------------------------------- Steve's second novel is on the way - Catch up on the first! Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

The last few weeks - days especially - have left many of us feeling frustrated, confused, lost and yes even angry. So what can we do? Remind ourselves of the good of others and, in turn, the good within ourselves. Please enjoy this special bonus reminder of the good, your good and you ARE good. Don't you forget it.

Moses West believes every person on Earth should have access to clean drinking water. And he doesn't just believe it, he's doing something about it. Through The Moses West Foundation, he develops and implements atmospheric water generation technology to provide water, sanitation, and hygiene solutions worldwide, ensuring communities have access to essential services for health and well-being. He is literally making it rain, simply with the push of a button. We talk his family's military history, the needs of places from Flint, Michigan to Ukraine, and what the future has in store for all of us as our climate continues to change. This is the powerfully good - and honest - conversation you definitely need to hear.

Fraser Fitzgerald is the 'Nicest Chef in the World' (per him) and that's good enough for us. He joins us to share his good life story that begins where all good life stories should begin with a big pivot and a huge leap of faith. Fraser went from a regular day job to making his own dreams come true all by believing in himself. He's a digital creator, serving up comforting, easy & budget friendly plant based recipes to his more than 283K followers on Instagram alone. A triple threat as a chef, cookbook author, and a triplet himself - with an identical twin brother, fraternal twin sister, and younger brother - Fraser's a family-focused kinda guy. Need some inspiration for yourself? He's got the recipe and is here to share it. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Emmanuel Nana Akyen has had a life-long dream to play soccer and through it, he's uplifting others around him. His inspiring life story is driven by self-belief, tenacity, education, and understanding the importance of being part of a team. From his challenging childhood in Ghana to studying abroad in the UK to making his way to the United States, Nana is the best example of never giving up and never letting negativity win. He the good force behind Legends Futbol Academy in Santa Barbara, CA. And he makes for a great coffee date to go on. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Kristi Amdahl is a coach and a way finder, which is exactly what it sounds like it means: She helps people find their way. From her own personal journey, working on her own self and issues, she connected with her inner voice, heard the message - literally - and took action to make change. Do you believe things just happen to you? Do you feel like life is out of your control? Do you question if you're on the right path? Join us for this oh-so-good conversation where we tackle all these questions and more with our good guest. And hopefully in doing so, we give you the inspiration to know you are exactly where you need to be and you can go anywhere you want to go. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Julie Novak and Sonyamia Blanco share their unique voices and stories through the Future Perfect Project, the organization that amplifies the voices of queer youth. While lawmakers are working overtime to pass laws and propose measures to limit the self-expression of LGBQTAI youth in schools and communities, The Future Perfect Project is encouraging the next generation to speak their truth and sing their songs of tomorrow. This organization produces and facilitates creative workshops, media projects, and performance opportunities for queer youth and allies, ages 13 - 22. From writer's rooms where they develop writing skills to Future Perfect Records, the 8-month online program for singer-songwriters, producers and musicians to their own podcast project, I'm Feeling Queer Today!, where they encourage everyone to speak their minds, now more than ever, we need their vision of a better world. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Ryan Basham & Tara Devlin are two loud and proud activists, both on a good mission to keep democracy alive. Look, we get it, no one wants or needs another show about politics. But politics are part of our life whether we like it or not so why don't we do what we do best here on World Gone Good and hold hands, dive in, and find the light in the darkness together? Ryan and Tara share their goals in spreading the word as they strive to do on a daily basis and offer up good suggestions for what we can do as citizens and members of our own communities both locally and at large. Is it too late? They don't think so. Is there any hope left? They say hell yeah and plenty of it if we all do our part. This is the goos democracy show you've been needing. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Heather Tyler loves being creative especially when she gets to be creative alongside other creative people. She's taken the leap into writing, producing and acting in her first independent film, 'Delta County,' and what a leap it's been and continues to be. We talk everything from coming up with an idea to writing a script to actually filming it in not one but two different states, while doing it for the love of making something happen and surrounding yourself with people who share your vision. If you've ever thought, "Hey, I have this great idea for a movie" and then thought, "How the hell am I going to make a movie," Heather may give you the courage to go for it cause, well, she did. This is the good episode all about getting creative in every way possible. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Dr. Salvatore Forcina has lived the American dream, arriving in the United States with $40 in his pocket and not able to speak one word of English, he went on to become chief of staff at a major New Jersey hospital. He shares his inspiring life story from his humble beginnings in a remote town in Italy to moving to Argentina with his parents to be schooled by priests to becoming a doctor himself. His book The American Doctor details his journey and it's his hope his grandchildren will read it to see nothing is impossible and every dream can come true. The American Doctor is available on both Amazon and Barnes & Noble websites. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Vanessa Marshall's motto? There's nothing to get, only to give. You may not recognize her face but you know her voice as she's brought to life Wonder Woman, Black Canary, Star Wars Rebels' Hera, Gamora from Guardians of the Galaxy and even Spiderman's girlfriend Mary Jane - and that's just to name a few. You can hear her on TV and radio voicing promos and commercials and countless video games where she's part of the fun. Now she's using that voice to uplift others, specifically charities and organizations she's passionate about, by playing games - literally - and inviting us all to join in on the fun. We talk everything from growing up as part of Hollywood royalty to becoming a plus-sized model to how we first met (we have different versions/memories of this) and so much more. It's always great when friends stop by to share their good and Vanessa is here to do just that. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

John Oberg is an animal advocate dedicated to making the world a kinder place for animals. A vegan since 2009 and full-time animal activist since 2012, he became an independent animal advocate in 2018 funded through individual donations, focusing on amplifying pro-animal content in the digital space. In his decade of experience in social media advocacy, he has made over 100 media appearances, has accumulated 250,000 followers, and his posts have been seen over 1 billion - YES - BILLION - times. This is a person who truly embraces an understanding of a World Gone Good simply through his daily activity. If you need some inspiration to do the same, look - and listen - no further than this amazing human. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Angela Briones is the proud host of The Gay Podcast for Everyone - and when she says everyone, she means everyone. Whether you align yourself as gay or straight, we all have room to learn from and grow with one another. And that includes Angela herself who discovered her own bias just by doing her show and that discovery caused her to dive deeper and become more open. We talk about the straight parents raising LGBQT kids she features on her show, how she came out to her own parents and whether or not they made it out alive from an escape room (not necessarily in that order). This is another example of how much the world is changing and evolving - and how acceptance, support and love are our shared experience. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Denise Montrose returns to the show so prepare for a moo-ving experience. We catch up about life on the farm including how she's gone from two to ten cows rescued (plus another twenty placed) and how she's grown as a person and a care-giver of animals over the last few years. Denise is one of the most honest guests we've ever had - meaning she wears her heart on her sleeve and at the same time questions her own steps she has made and keeps making in her effort to do more good in the world (who of us hasn't?). We also discuss the Valentine's Day FaceTime I received from one of her cows. Yes. Seriously. It happened. Great to have her back on another episode with us. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Dr. Marc-David Munk is a Canadian/American emergency physician and healthcare exec who didn't just answer his own true calling, he embraced it. In the last decade, he's held senior leadership roles at various nontraditional healthcare delivery organizations in the US and abroad. He's the author of 'Urgent Calls from Distant Places: An Emergency Doctor's Notes about Life and Death on the Frontiers of East Africa,' where he details his body of work with AMREF, the African Medical and Research Foundation, one of the continent's leading research organizations. But he wasn't just doing research in a lab, he was in the air and on the ground, helping people in need and saving lives. Dr. Marc is one of our most inspirational and uplifting guests who will definitely give you some perspective into your own life and world and maybe even challenge you into answering your own call. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk

Steph Hockersmith is Pie Lady Books on Instagram and let's just say close to 100,000 followers can't be wrong: Books and pies pair so good together. Steph's life-long love of reading became her own personal baking experiment. It also became a way for her to express - and find - herself. And it also blew up into something she never imagined - a full-time job. With literary agents and publishers knocking on her door to read and feature their author's books, as well as the Today Show booking (see what I did there?) her for an appearance, this Pie Lady is proving dessert can be the main course. Prepare to be inspired to read more, bake more, and do-your-own-thing more. ------------------------------------------- Solve the cozy mystery of DROWN TOWN - Steve's first novel is available now: Amazon: https://amzn.to/478W8mp OR Barnes & Noble: https://bit.ly/3Mv7cCk