{"podcast":{"title":"Radical Joy with James Bullard","slug":"radical-joy-with-james-bullard-5689335","podcast_index_feed_id":5689335,"rss_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/show/5644728/episodes/feed","website_url":"https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/radical-joy-with-james-bullard--5644728","image_url":"https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/843be871dae8915f6a463d1e98eca2ed.jpg","author":"Kerri Lynch","episode_count":183,"summary":"James Bullard is a dynamic storyteller, acclaimed performer, and visionary creator dedicated to inspiring individuals and organizations through his writing, public speaking, and the transformative podcast Radical Joy . Leveraging the power of right-brain thinking and innovative problem-solving, James empowers others to unlock their full potential and reimagine what’s possible. With a commanding stage presence and a unique ability to connect deeply with audiences, he masterfully blends humor, vulnerability, and actionable insights to spark meaningful change. As a published author, his work resonates with readers seeking clarity and motivation, while Radical Joy amplifies voices that challenge, inspire, and ignite curiosity. A passionate advocate for bold living, James uses the art of storytelling to cultivate joy and guide others toward their most authentic and empowered selves. CLW Studios is a joy-centered company that encourages setting self love as a goal. Our mission is to nourish mind, body, and spirit with ample reasons to celebrate life's tiny wins. Remebering that you can't pour from empty and there is no shame in celebrating your good fortune. 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You don't want to miss this! Every share is an entry winner will be announced January 26th. What if the most important work isn’t happening under the lights — but in the quiet decisions no one claps for? In this episode, James sits down with Mike Brown to talk about children’s theater, nonprofit work, housing, and education — and what it looks like to keep showing up when the system isn’t built to help. There’s tenderness here. There’s frustration here. And a kind of care that keeps showing up — even when it’s tired. What we explore together: 🎭 Two schools. Same county. Different centuries — seeing abundance and neglect before the same lunch bell. 🧳 The touring job that changed everything without announcing itself — justice sneaking in through the stage door. 🛠️ When the spotlight lost its pull — and the backstage systems started to matter more. 👶 The moment service stopped being theoretical — and started sleeping down the hall. 🗺️ The country you see from a children’s theater van — stitched together by loading docks and gym floors. 🏛️ Teenagers practicing democracy with more care than most adults — one argument, one pause, one listen at a time. 💸 When “budget uncertainty” stops being abstract — and turns into unanswered phones and canceled programs. 🏠 The paper on the door that isn’t an eviction—yet — and how not knowing costs everything. ⚖️ Discrimination that sounds polite — until someone trains themselves to hear it clearly. 🧠 What happens when we hand kids teams instead of tools — and call it preparation. This episode isn’t here to fix you. It’s here to sit beside you while you notice what holds, what gives, and the ways care keeps showing up — tired, tender, quiet, imperf…","meta_description":"Don't forget to tag @radicaljoypodcast and share for entry to win the GOLDEN Birthday Prize. You don't want to miss this! 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