Episodes

The withering away of a cultural cornerstone - third places. This episode is designed for the connector who wants to upgrade their community. I share research why it matters, a story of something that I would have never expec...

No matter who you are, you're going to have a moment where you're presenting your ideas. This could be at a business meeting, at a funeral, at a coach huddle, a small group, and the list goes on. Most people are afraid of public speaking, but there are things you can do to become better at it. When…

Sean Richards is a pastor, sales professional, and a social dynamics expect. He is a return guest (previously featured on episode 32). In this episode, you can expect to hear: why your best friend may not think you're their b...

Annie is one of my favorite people of all time. With a million dollar smile, an impeccable sense of humor, and some sharp wit, Annie is a joy to be around. In this podcast, expect to hear about: our approach to managing stres...

Welcome to the Talk to People Podcast, where we explore the power of social connection in young adults. In this thought-provoking series, we delve into the impact of AI, social media, and technology on our social lives, revea...

Several people have asked how to navigate SMALL TALK. Small talk is everywhere. No matter where you go, we all have small talk. It serves an essential purpose in allowing us to acknowledge each other without having to exert e...

With another solo episode, Chris and Logan navigate different questions that were sent in. Including: - Is social media bad for you? - How does social media affect our relationships? - Is it good for friendships, or has it ac...

JBP gave us 24 rules, but here's 10 rules that you can use to become a better communicator. If you're interested in the Better Connected Communities Event, check it out here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/building-connected-communities-tickets-617270150637 Want to join the Talk to People Podcast dev…

Jared Auten, LMSW, is the Crisis Line Director at HeadQuarters Kansas in Lawrence, KS. His work currently focuses on crisis center operations and 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline implementation and integration in Kansas. I view ...

The three most common places people meet others (including their romantic partners) are church, work, and the bar. So, more than likely, you may go out to a bar. But what are you supposed to do when you're there? How do you m...

Santiago Paredes is a friend, inspiration, and leader. After traveling across the country with him, I decided we needed to run it back and reflect on his one-year anniversary of living in a new city. This is a helpful episode...

Karista Paredes is a soon-to-be published author, full-time Kids Pastor, and a community leader. She is an exemplar of how vulnerability can lead to breakthrough. Oftentimes on this podcast we talk about the importance of rel...

Emily Farley is a professional with 16 years of experience in the public health sector. She currently serves as the Director of Community Engagement at the Bert Nash Community Mental Health Center. Her knack lies in fostering...

Jeremy Newman is an educator, business owner, pilot, endurance athlete, and adventurer. He grew up in North Dakota, traveled the world, and found his way to Kansas. Growing up in a foster home, Jeremy learned how to make deep...

Annie Miller is a former Irish dancer, an avid long-distance runner, and my wife. Without Annie, this podcast would be a fraction of what it is. The whole 70 minutes of this podcast contain me laughing at Annie, us sharing st...

Kristen Kalinka is a friend, in particular, a long distance friend! The world has become an increasingly mobile and transient place. Because of this, our friends are moving everywhere, and oftentimes, it's easy for these friendships to go by the wayside. BUT, it doesn't always have to be that way. …

Ebrima "Abraham" Sisay is a mental health storyteller and currently the Founder & CEO of Freedom Project - A multicultural Social Impact Agency. Previously, he worked as a fractional marketing & distribution executive for tech startups and distributed content for local KC and national brand…

Sean Richards is a servant leader, a Sr. Account Manager with The Purpose Company, and the Lead Pastor at Open Door Church. Sean is wired towards people. Rather than finding meaning in money, career, or entertainment, he beli...

Ryan Walker is a friend and the Executive Director at Pioneer Ridge Independent Living. He is an active member of Morning Soccer Pickup (MSP) and a fan of people, cinema, and chicken pot pie. We live in an increasingly isolat...

Allow me to introduce you all to one of my favorite people, my mom (Kim Miller). If you want to hear someone who is a paragon of kindness, wisdom, and endurance, then you came to the right place. My mom has exemplified work e...

Chris Austin is the Site Coordinator at Lawrence Boys & Girls Club. I've often discussed the importance of an intergenerational community. If you have people in your life who are older than you and people who are younger than you, then you get to learn and teach. The greatest athletes have coac…

Paige Freeman, a Louisville, Kentucky native, graduated from Western Kentucky University with a Communication degree, went over to University of Mississippi for a master's degree in Higher Ed, and is now a doctoral student at...

Omri Gillath is an Israeli-American social psychologist. As a professor of social psychology at the University of Kansas , Gillath has spent over 20 years doing research, teaching psychology , and mentoring students. He is a ...

Matt Pool is an owner of Restaurant, Pub, & Games (RPG) in Lawrence, KS. Alongside three other owners, Matt opened up RPG six months before the COVID pandemic. It quickly became a favorite place for people to gather, eat a me...