
I Spark Change Podcast
Are you ready to join us in creating a better world? Awesome! Because you’re in the right place. The I Spark Change Podcast is about those who spread positive change across the globe. They are doing acts or work that have a positive impact on humanity. The guests on our show are what we call Social Impact Heroes. These are everyday people like you and me. They make a difference, whether through their actions or their impact on others. Their impact may be big or small. In all instances, it's a beacon of light for everyone they encounter. Each week we feature inspiring stories and messages of struggle, courage, and hope to help spread positive change and create a better world for all of us.
Episodes
167 episodes
Ep#167: Stem Cell Breakthroughs w/Christian Drapeau
In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Christian Drapeau, scientist, author, medicinal plant expert, and pioneer in stem cell research. Christian has spent over 30 years in medical research, including two decades focused on stem...
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Episode 167
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7:48

Ep#166: I Spark Change Through Family
In this episode, Rick shares a heartfelt story about how he and his wife, Tonya, recently traveled to California to care for her mother after a serious injury. What began as a planned week-long trip turned into nearly two weeks of round-the-clo...
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Episode 166
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7:53

Ep#165: Success Meets Significance w/ Eric Newman
In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Eric Newman, founder and Chief Play Officer of the Roc Solid Foundation and host of the Success and Significance podcast.Eric shares his powerful journey from childhood cancer surv...
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Episode 165
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33:25

Ep#164: When Pain Becomes Purpose w/ Tonya Shellnutt
In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Tonya Shellnutt, author, speaker, podcast host, and advocate for trauma recovery and pro-family policy.She shares her raw and redemptive story of surviving childhood sexual abuse, overcomin...
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Episode 164
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37:45

EP#163: Disability Advocates Speak Out w/ Kelly Berger & Avery Roberts
In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Kelly Berger and Avery Roberts, community engagement leaders and fierce disability advocates at Cure CMD, a nonprofit advancing research and awareness for congenital muscular dystrophies.Ke...
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Episode 163
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38:34

Ep#162: From Grief to Global Impact w/ Rick Ornelas
In this episode, Rick shares his powerful conversation with Sean Meyers—executive coach, speaker, and host of the Level Up + Live Mastermind & Podcast.What begins as a reflection on personal loss quickly unfolds into a trans...
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Episode 162
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46:17

Ep#161: The Power of Your Voice w/ Ehmandah Ramsey
In this episode, Rick interviews Ehmandah Ramsey, transformational speaker, worship leader, and founder of She Stories. As a survivor of domestic violence and a single mom, Ehmandah turned her personal pain into a powerful mission to h...
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Episode 161
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33:30

Ep#160: The Business of Giving w/ Ben Erwin
In this episode, Rick interviews Ben Erwin, CEO of Charitybuzz. Ben shares how he's helped raise over $500 million for more than 5,000 charities—by transforming how people give. With a unique model that merges profit with purpose, Ben’s work un...
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Episode 160
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40:03

Ep#159: Define and Design Success on Your Terms w/ Jennifer Soenen
In this episode of the I Spark Change Podcast, Rick interviews productivity and time management coach Jennifer Soan. Jennifer shares her powerful journey from people-pleasing and burnout to becoming a mindful leader who helps high achievers ali...
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Episode 159
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31:51

Ep#158: I Spark Change Through Reading
In this episode, Rick reflects on how reading—and writing—can be powerful catalysts for personal transformation. He opens up about the impact of writing his unpublished book 365 Ways I Love You, a deeply personal gift for his wife that...
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Episode 158
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9:34

Ep#157: From Small Acts to Big Impact w/ Masami Sato
In this episode, Rick interviews Masami Sato, founder and CEO of B1G1 (Buy1Give1), an award-winning global giving initiative that empowers businesses to create meaningful, everyday impact. A two-time TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and social...
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Episode 157
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36:38

Ep#156: Reclaiming Time, Rewriting Success w/ Carina Groombridge
In this episode, Rick interviews Carina Groombridge, a business and mindset coach helping women break free from people-pleasing patterns, elevate their income, and reclaim time with their families. Carina shares how she went from earning $30K a...
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Episode 156
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26:25

Ep#155: Building Confidence and Resilience w/ Geeta Sidhu Robb
In this episode, Rick interviews Geeta Sidhu-Robb, the founder of GSR Coaching and CEO of Nosh Detox, a transformational leader dedicated to empowering individuals, especially women, to build thriving businesses and successful personal lives. G...
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Episode 155
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21:16

Ep#154: I Spark Change Through Travel
In this episode of the podcast, Rick explores how travel can be a powerful catalyst for positive change. Reflecting on a recent trip to Sofia, Bulgaria, and London, UK, he shares how engaging with diverse cultures, embracing new experiences, an...
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Episode 154
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6:52

Ep#153: Debunking Homelessness Myths w/ Lyndia Downie
In this powerful episode, Rick interviews Lyndia Downie, the President and Executive Director of Pine Street Inn, New England’s leading organization dedicated to ending homelessness. With nearly 40 years of experience, Lyndia has been at the fo...
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Episode 153
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43:42

Ep#152: Maximizing Impact Through Technology w/ Christa Stelzmuller
In this impactful episode, Rick interviews Christa Stelzmuller, a passionate leader and changemaker at Charity Water. Christa shares her journey of leveraging technology, data, and leadership to address one of the world's most pressing issues: ...
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Episode 152
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39:00

Ep#151: Unlocking Emotional Intelligence w/ Cathi Williams
In this episode, Rick interviews Cathi Williams, founder of Happy Healthy Leadership, who has dedicated over 20 years to empowering executives, entrepreneurs, and leadership teams. Cathi specializes in helping leaders overcome stress and overwh...
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Episode 151
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31:39

Ep#150: Best of 2024
In this episode, Rick highlights the best moments from 2024, featuring incredible guests from diverse industries who are making a positive impact on the world. From courageous leaders to transformative stories of resilience, each guest shared i...
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Episode 150
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33:12

Ep#149: I Spark Change Through Faith
In this episode, we explore how faith serves as a powerful catalyst for positive impact. Rick dives into faith's personal and universal meanings, sharing how it has shaped his journey and his approach to sparking change in the world. Reflecting...
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Episode 149
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10:23

Ep#148: Vulnerability, Confidence and Empowerment w/ Luly B. Carreras
In this episode, Rick interviews Luly B. Carreras, a dynamic Cuban-American entrepreneur with over 20 years of marketing, leadership, and business consulting expertise. Luly shares her journey from managing a thriving marketing agency to findin...
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Episode 148
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34:45

Ep#147: Business As A Force for Good w/ Isabelle Grosmaitre
In this episode, Rick interviews Isabelle Grosmaitre, founder and CEO of Goodness & Co., and an influential leader in the global movement for purpose-driven transformation. Isabelle shares her journey of guiding organizations to align purpo...
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Episode 147
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39:03

Ep#146: Serving Hearts, Changing Lives w/ Carrie Watkins
In this episode, Rick interviews Carrie Watkins, President and CEO of Meals on Wheels in Montgomery County. Carrie shares her journey of leading a mission-driven organization that provides independence and dignity to seniors in need. With a ser...
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Episode 146
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38:03

Ep#145: ISC Through Being Thankful & Grateful
In this heartfelt episode, Rick Ornelas explores the transformative power of gratitude and thankfulness as tools for sparking positive change in the world. Reflecting on personal stories and practical tips, Rick shares how cultivating gratitude...
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11:03

Ep#144: Healing From Within w/ Reed Davis
In this episode, Rick interviews Reed Davis, a board-certified holistic health practitioner, certified nutritional therapist, and founder of the Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Certification Course and Community. Reed shares insights from his 2...
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Episode 144
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38:36

Ep:143: Achieve Financial Freedom w/ Lewis Crompton
In this episode, Rick interviews Lewis Crompton, founder of Star Trading and a seasoned financial markets expert. Lewis shares his journey from working in retail while in debt to achieving financial freedom through property trading in just seve...
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Episode 143
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34:07
