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Dean Pohlman is the founder and CEO of Man Flow Yoga, an online platform dedicated to bringing the functional fitness benefits of yoga to men - and yes, women too are of course welcome. He hosts his own podcast the Better Man Podcast and has written two best-selling books, Yoga Fitness for Men and Yoga for Athletes. Dean is on a mission to help people with mobility, flexibility, and in the process the spirituality that can come from connecting with - and listening to - our bodies. And with over 300 million people worldwide practicing yoga, he is definitely on to something good. ___________________ SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://events.humanitix.com/slideshow-in-color/tickets NOW AVAILABLE: CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman

TJ Day's passion for books and stories was instilled within her by her grandmother. She, along with her sisters, has taken this passion next level with the Seas the Day Mobile Library. Their mission: To bridge the educational opportunity gap by bringing engaging and accessible literacy - and STEM education programs - to low-income students in her area. TJ’s journey is inspirational on so many levels. She’s creating community through education and knowledge. And she's also proving her life-long belief that we each have within ourselves the ability to make change happen. Our good conversation includes everything from the first book she ever read to how she taught herself to drive a school bus. For every person listening who has an idea you are passionate about, TJ is living proof to GO FOR IT. ______________________________ SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://events.humanitix.com/slideshow-in-color/tickets NOW AVAILABLE: CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman

What's YOUR Big Ask? We explored this in our first episode of Season 7 with good guests Paul Quinn, Mari Weiss & Jane Lynch, In here in your first good bonus of the new season comes host Steve Silverman, sharing his Big Ask. Enjoy this cutting room floor moment and again, ask yourself, "What's MY Big Ask? And when am I going to take and make it happen?"

Season 7 premieres with a new book that begs the questions: What do you want? And what will it take for you to ask for it? In The Big Ask: Unlock the Possibilities in Your Work, Life & Dreams with Courageous Requests, author Paul Quinn shares powerful lessons and true stories that reveal how learning to ask—boldly and wisely—can unlock extraordinary opportunities. More than a book, The Big Ask is a personal guide to stepping into your courage and asking for the life you really want. Paul joins us along with two of his friends since college, Mari Weiss and Jane Lynch who together produced the audiobook version. You may remember Mari from her previous visits to our show as well as being a voice-over artist, actor and teacher and Jane for being the Emmy-winning actor and gameshow host from projects including Murders in the Building, Best In Show and Glee. This super-sized episode kicks off our 7th season of bringing you everyday people making good happen each and every day and it may just inspire you to make your own big ask. ___________________________ SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://events.humanitix.com/slideshow-in-color/tickets NOW AVAILABLE: CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman

Here's your sneak peek at our upcoming slate of good guests for Season 7! From gardening to yoga, books to mobile libraries, we've got you covered beginning with our season premiere episode on Wednesday, October 7th. Enjoy your Season 7 preview and let's get the good times flowing again, yes? YES!

Faith Salie joins us to close out our Season 6 in the TALF-iest way possible: We took our very first episode, where she was our very first guest, and gave it a glow up by reediting and remixing it to bring it back to you here and now. We begin with Faith catching us up on her family and life happenings and then we dive back into Episode #1 all pretty and shiny and (kinda) new(ish). Here's the description from the original first episode: CBS Sunday Morning’s Faith Salie joins me to talk the good in protesting. For her family, protesting has gone to a whole new level and it all started when she dared to have a lock installed on her bedroom door. Warning: Do not ever cross an 8 year old and a 6 year old. Faith Salie is the author of ‘Approval Junkie,’ which she’s also taken to the stage as her own one woman show, and she can also be heard on NPR on Wait, Wait…Don’t Tell Me. On a sidenote, she makes a chocolate Coca-Cola cake that is mind-blowing. Ask her for the recipe. _____________________ SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://events.humanitix.com/slideshow-in-color/tickets NOW AVAILABLE: CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman

Joe Beech is not - we repeat NOT - an entrepreneur (per him). He also doesn't like titles and - until recently - wasn't even that fond of his own company's name. What Joe IS is someone who has learned the art of staying open to possibility and embracing a good pivot when it comes his way. He's taking his own experiences and sharing them with college and uni students about to make the leap into their own careers, which technically makes him a mentor - another word he's not that fond of. If you're ready to make a change and take your own leap, this good guest's upfront and truthful thoughts may be just the inspiration you need. And don't forget our 2026 theme: SAY YES. Joe Beech is saying yes. _________________________________ SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://events.humanitix.com/slideshow-in-color/tickets NOW AVAILABLE: CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman

Sandra Griffiths is a retired nurse turned poet and she's putting herself out there with her first book, Becoming Me. In it, she opens her heart with a powerful collection of poems that trace her journey as a mother, daughter and woman finding her voice through life’s storms. Becoming Me is a tender, soulful reminder that even through pain and change, we are always becoming - stronger, softer and more ourselves. We talk about finding and sharing our voice, putting the personal up front, and how it's never too late to go for your dreams (especially when you have your kids behind you helping and cheering you on). Special thanks to Sarah Cleaver for connecting us with Sandra. _______________ SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://events.humanitix.com/slideshow-in-color/tickets NOW AVAILABLE: CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman

Stacie Burrows has become a regular at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, returning this August for the fourth year in a row. And she's not phoning it in, she's written a brand new, one-person, musical comedy called 'Fool's Goldmine.' All of Stacie's works at the Fringe - and everywhere she performs - are literally who she is because she bases her work on her own true life stories and journey. We talk the good of having confidence, putting yourself out there, and staying present in the moment even when you blank on the next line or song verse. We also discuss what to do when an audience members passes out in the middle of your performance. It's a good time, we tells you. This episode is Part 3 of 3 in a series. _______________________ Sunday July 12 - grab your seat to SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://www.citizenticket.com/events/etcetera-theatre/slideshow-in-color/ NOW AVAILABLE: CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman

Rhys Payne sees himself more as a reviewer than a critic. In fact, he sees himself more as a supporter of the arts, theatre specifically, than someone there to point out what he likes and doesn't like. And he's been supporting artists of all kinds and types for a long time through his site Rhys Reviews. We talk the good of not being too hard on ourselves, the importance of sharing - and hearing - other people's stories, and why if it's not fun, we not doin' it no more (that's my American English, not his proper British English). There's a place for everyone in and at the theatre and Rhys is here to prove it. This episode is Part 2 of 3 in a series. _______________________ Sunday July 12 - grab your seat to SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://www.citizenticket.com/events/etcetera-theatre/slideshow-in-color/ NOW AVAILABLE: CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe is once again coming this August. This is the place where over 3,800 individual shows - yes - 3 thousand, 800 of them - will take place during the full month in what is billed as a global arts celebration. Last year the Fringe - as the locals call it - featured 53,942 performances over 301 venues with participants from 68 countries with 2.6 million in ticket sales. How good is that? So good that we are diving in to find out all about it with four of the upcoming performers: Liz Coin, Max Davidson, Brendon Lemon and Kristina Libby. We are talking everything from one-person shows to stand-up comedy to magic and illusionists, what it means to them to take part in this festival, and how the arts bring us all together in the best way possible. Grab your seat, the lights are dimming, as the festival is about to begin... This episode is Part 1 of 3 in a series. _______________________ Sunday July 12 - grab your seat to SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://www.citizenticket.com/events/etcetera-theatre/slideshow-in-color/ Pre-Order CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman

Matt Hallas has had a passion for monitoring the health of the Earth and its global citizens via remotely sensed data sources since he first learned of the Landsat program back in high school. As the Manager of the Geospatial Practice at DevGlobal, he works with an incredible group of colleagues and partners all focused on how they can use open data and tools to build strong communities of practice, support programs related to Neglected Tropical Diseases, regenerative agriculture, improving the climate resilience of cities, and reducing the digital divide still so prevalent across the globe. Well...DANG. That sounds like a lot for this here podcast that's all about everyday people making good happen each and every day, doesn't it? But that's exactly what Matt is doing by using technology to create equitable and sustainable solutions to improve communities worldwide. So buckle up, embrace your inner-nerd and let's find out how we can save the world. Big shout out thanks to our pal Ruthie Berk for bringing Matt our way. _________________________ Sunday July 12 - grab your seat to SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://www.citizenticket.com/events/etcetera-theatre/slideshow-in-color/ Pre-Order CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman

How do you make yourself happy when the world demands you to be sad? This is the question a reader wrote in for advice from Carolyn Hax in the May 30th edition of the Washington Post. Her response is too good not to share. Take a moment and give this bonus good a listen. You'll be glad you did.

Taylor Dayne brings her good to our 250th episode. She's a Grammy-nominated, American Music Award-winning vocal powerhouse who has conquered the Top 20 on the Billboard Top 100 chart 17 times landing 7 times in the Top 10.Taylor's unbelievable career ascent has taken her from sold-out rock concerts to starring on Broadway in Aida to the semi-finals of the Masked Singer. In 2022, an unexpected diagnosis of colon cancer did little to slow her down and made her an advocate for promoting early detection and regular cancer screenings. We talk with Taylor about what drives her, how she chooses her songs (or if they choose her), and exactly what was that whole thing with Tig Notaro even about. This is a reunion of sorts as World Gone Good host, Steve, originally met Taylor at a mutual friend's last-minute cocktail hour in Santa Barbara. Funny how things work out, ain't it? Get ready to 'Tell It To My Heart' with the amazing Taylor Dayne here with us to celebrate episode #250! __________________ June 13 and July 12 - grab your seat to SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://www.citizenticket.com/events/etcetera-theatre/slideshow-in-color/ Pre-Order CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman

Sarah Cleaver has entered her Done Dimming Era. Yep, that's what she's named it. She's done feeling stuck, playing small, and living her life via a steady routine. And so she took a lil' leap - we are talking under $50 per month lil' leap - where the entire world opened up to her - LITERALLY (yes, we know that was a lot of hyphens to get through - calm down). Now she's showing other 50+ women specifically how to break through to their next level. Sarah's other motto? Live life now. If you're ready to break the cycle of wake up, go to work, come home, make dinner, watch TV, go to sleep, rinse and repeat - this one's for you. Let's all enter our Done Dimming Era and live life now, shall we? ___________________________________ June 13 and July 12 - grab your seat to SLIDESHOW: IN COLOR! now playing in London. It's the live storytelling show the Los Angeles Times declares, "Downright magical, uncomfortable and shockingly honest!" and Theatreland Adventures London cheers, "FOUR STARS - This is unlike anything I've seen before, a warm, engaging, and memorable evening!" Tickets & Info: https://www.citizenticket.com/events/etcetera-theatre/slideshow-in-color/ Pre-Order CUPID'S CURSE - the fourth book in Steve's series THE DOG WALKING DETECTIVES MYSTERIES and catch up on the rest: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/search?q=Dog%20walking%20detectives%20Steven%20j%20Silverman