Connect to Joy Podcasts: Circle of Hope | Not Quite Strangers | Time to Come Alive
Episodes
An Airline Pilot’s Journey Through Depression, Connection, and Healing | Ep. 17 COH | Valerie Hope
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode of Circle of Hope, I’m joined by Jérôme Vaillancourt, from Montreal, Canada, for an inspiring and vulnerable conversatio...
Secrets to Thriving as a Teen: How Listening & Invitations Open Doors | Ep. 16 COH | Valerie Hope
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this lively, heartfelt episode of The Circle of Hope, I sit down with my niece Lucy Hope, a rising high school senior—and, fittingly, my summer v...
How to Truly See People, in the Midst of Conflict | Ep. 15 COH | Valerie Hope
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this special episode of The Circle of Hope, I’m joined by the incredible Ingrid Gavshon—accomplished documentary filmmaker, masterful coach, an...
She Escaped Conflict, Now She Teaches Peace. | Ep. 14 COH | Valerie Hope
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this powerful episode of The Circle of Hope, I’m thrilled to welcome Linda Balola, a lecturer and peacebuilder whose journey from the Democratic ...
The One Question That Will Transform Your Career and Friendships. | Ep. 13 COH | Valerie Hope
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt and laughter-filled episode of The Circle of Hope, I reconnect with my brilliant, soulful, and multifaceted friend, AJ Thomas. Our j...
The Masculine Mirror: Identity, Safety, and Soul-Level Conversations | Ep. 12 COH | Valerie Hope
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Circle of Hope, I sit down with my long-time friend and colleague, Rahim Saafir, to explore two decades of friendship, growth, ...
Building Deep Relationships (and Letting Go) | Ep. 11 COH | Valerie Hope
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode of The Circle of Hope podcast, I sit down for a lively, soul-nourishing conversation with my dear friend of fifteen years, K...
Faith, Resilience & the Power of Support | Ep. 10 COH | Valerie Hope
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this deeply heartfelt episode of The Circle of Hope, I reconnect with one of my favorite coaching partners, Donald Stup, for an intimate, live conv...
Ever Wondered If You’re Living Your True Purpose? | Ep. 9 COH | Valerie Hope
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt episode of The Circle of Hope, I sit down with the incredibly insightful Chuck Roundtree—sound facilitator, coach, and founder of ...
Cultural Differences, New Countries, and a Friendship That Lasted. | Ep. 8 COH | Valerie Hope
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this heartfelt and expansive episode of The Circle of Hope podcast, I sit down with my dear friend of over thirteen years, Felipe Ferreira. Our fri...
Forming a Circle Without a Net | Ep. 7 COH | Valerie Hope
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This episode of The Circle of Hope podcast takes you inside an extraordinary life journey with Chef Dr. Yadira Stamp—a culinary entrepreneur, author...
From Awkward Encounters to Authentic Inclusion | Ep. 6 COH | Valerie Hope
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Circle of Hope, I’m joined by Dr. Carla Pulliam for an open-hearted, insightful exploration of what it really takes to bring ...
How Improv, Coaching & Connection Shape Us | Ep. 5 COH | Valerie Hope
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Circle of Hope Podcast! I’m Valerie Hope, and in this episode, I sit down with the creative dynamo Jeanne Lambin—facilitator, coach...
What Happens When You Finally Choose Yourself? | Ep. 4 COH | Valerie Hope
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Circle of Hope, I have the pleasure of sitting down with Michael Anderson, a dynamic leader whose journey is nothing short of i...
Your Intuition Is Right—Here’s How to Listen to It. | Ep. 3 COH | Valerie Hope
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to The Circle of Hope Podcast! I’m Valerie Hope, and in this inspirational LIVE episode, I sit down with intuitive coach and master connecto...
Why She Refused to Play Small—And You Should Too. | Ep. 2 COH | Valerie Hope
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Circle of Hope, my podcast where I explore how powerful human connections can ignite purpose, partnership, and community transformation. In...
Reputation, Referrals & Real Talk | Ep. 1 COH | Valerie Hope
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Circle of Hope, the podcast where I explore the power of connection to spark transformation. In this episode, I have the joy of reconnectin...
Introduction to the Circle of Hope Podcast
04 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The "Circle of Hope” is a podcast hosted by Valerie Hope that explores how meaningful connections spark purpose, growth, and impact.Through real con...
How Our Growth Inspires Contribution | Ep. 78 NQS | Valerie Hope
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Felipe Ferreira & Valerie HopeFrom: Brazil/Germany & Panama/Texas, USA Connect With:· ...
The Benefits Of Being An Outsider | Ep. 77 NQS | Valerie Hope
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Stranger: Meet Nenuca SyquiaFrom: Philippines/California, USAConnect With:Nenuca Syquia• Li...
Being a Successful Mompreneur | Ep. 76 NQS | Valerie Hope
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Being a Successful Mompreneur |Ep. 76 NQS | Valerie HopeStrangers: Meet Gabbie Kelly & Keisha RicksFrom: New Hampshire, USA & North Carolina/T...
How to Balance Being Productive and Relaxed. | Ep. 75 NQS | Valerie Hope
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How to Balance Being Productive and Relaxed. | Ep. 75 | Valerie HopeStrangers: Meet Jamal Martin & Sky JarrettFrom: Mississippi, US...
Raising Mixed Race Families | Ep. 74 NQS | Valerie Hope
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Raising Mixed Race Families | Ep. 74 NQS | Valerie HopeStrangers: Karabi Acharya & Sara Emond HopeFrom: India/Illinois, USA & Vermont/Texas, U...
Supporting the Well-being of Men | Ep. 73 NQS | Valerie Hope
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Supporting the Well-being of Men | Ep. 73 | Valerie HopeStrangers: Bala Subramanium & Ben GarciaFrom: India/Texas, USA & ...
What it Takes to End Human Trafficking | Ep. 72 NQS | Valerie Hope
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What it takes to end human trafficking | Ep. 72 | Valerie HopeStrangers: Lisa Welch & Rebecca JowersFrom: Texas, USA; Texas, USAConnect with:Lisa ...
Our Heart Trumps the Mind and the Body | Ep. 71 NQS | Valerie Hope
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Our Heart Trumps the Mind and the Body | Ep. 71 | Valerie HopeStrangers: Jérôme Vaillancourt & Saoussan GhandourFrom: Montr...
What Are The Best Ways To Get Ready For College? | Ep. 70 NQS | Valerie Hope
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Bway Paw & Dar Cuai From: Thailand/Texas, USA & Myanmar/Texas, USA Subscribe to my YouTube channel and access new and pas...
Teachers Make a Profound Impact | Ep. 69 NQS | Valerie Hope
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Teachers Make a Profound Impact | Ep. 69 | Not Quite StrangersStrangers: Meet David Bolich & Eddie WatkinsFrom: Alabama, USA; ...
How Men Make Friends and Keep Them | Ep. 68 NQS | Valerie Hope
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How Men Make Friends and Keep Them | Ep. 68 | Not Quite StrangersStrangers: Abhijit Solanki, James Haney, and Sammy HaddadFrom: India/California, USA;...
Learning From the LGBTQIA+ Community: What it Means to Be an Ally | Ep. 67 NQS | Valerie Hope
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Learning From the LGBTQIA+ Community: What it Means to Be an Ally | Ep. 67 | Valerie HopeStrangers: Ash Desai & Doy CharnsupharindrFrom: India/Pen...
Master Your Money - Education, Money Rules, And Building Wealth | Ep. 66 NQS | Valerie Hope
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Marcia Dawood & Romone PennyFrom: Pennsylvania/North Carolina, USA & Illinois, USAConnect With:Marcia Dawood· &nbs...
Growing Emotionally And Spiritually As A Man | Ep. 65 NQS | Valerie Hope
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Andy Thomas & Tommy McDowellFrom: Richardson, Texas & Denton, Texas Connect With:· &...
What is the Wisdom of Wellness? | Ep. 54 NQS | Valerie Hope
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
What is the Wisdom of Wellness? | Ep. 64 NQS | Valerie HopeStrangers: Meet Heather McNabb & Jennifer DeFeoFrom: Forney, Texas & Plano, Texas...
Blazing a Trail and Being Responsible Women | Ep. 63 NQS | Valerie Hope
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ep. 63 - Not Quite Strangers: Meet Heidi Jackson Everett & Patricia BradleyFrom: Kentucky/Washington D.C/USA & Philadelphia/Texas, USATalk Abo...
Making Your Brand About Style, Not Just Fashion | Ep. 62 NQS | Valerie Hope
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Indiya Martinez & Nadia De ColFrom: Nebraska/Texas/USA & Italy/Switzerland Connect With:Indiya Martinez· &nbs...
Healing Cancer With Soul | Ep. 61 NQS | Valerie Hope
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Maurine Duhart & Tami LeeFrom: Chile/Brazil & Canada/GermanyTalk About: Healing cancer with soul Connect with:Maurine Duh...
Living Transgender, The Crash Course in Manhood and Womanhood | Ep. 60 NQS | Valerie Hope
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Living Transgender, The Crash Course in Manhood and Womanhood | Ep. 60 NQS | Valerie HopeStrangers: Meet B’Elana Dow & Evin WilkinsFrom: Texas, ...
Adulting and Making Friends at Work | Ep. 59 NQS | Valerie Hope
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Adulting and Making Friends at Work | Ep. 59 NQS | Valerie HopeStrangers: Meet Lucinda Kisor Summerlin & Whitney Strauss From: Arkansas, USA &...
How to Be A Fulfilled Leader | Ep. 58 NQS | Valerie Hope
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
How to Be A Fulfilled Leader | Ep. 58 NQS | ValerieStrangers: Meet Donald Stup & Najaf Dostaliyev From: Maryland/South Carolina, USA & Azerbai...
Microaggressions And The Media | Ep. 57 (PART 2) NQS | Valerie Hope
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Julius Mayer & Shelly Tochluk (PART 2)From: Alabama, USA & California, USATalk About: Empathy, microaggressions...
Coming To Terms With Your Skin Color | Ep. 56 (Part 1) NQS | Valerie Hope
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Jae Maye & Shelly Tochluk From: Alabama, USA & California, USATalk About: Coming to terms with skin color&...
Connecting With Your Community | Ep. 55 NQS | Valerie Hope
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Connecting With Your Community | Ep. 55 NQS | Valerie HopeStrangers: Meet Chivan Lim & Kyra Isaac From: Olympia, Washington & Edmonds, Washin...
Retired “Geezers” Make The World A Better Place | Ep. 54 NQS | Valerie Hope
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet L.D. Carter & Lee BycelFrom: Texas, USA & California, USAConnect on: Purpose-driven “geezers” make the worl...
Managing life when caring for aging parents | Ep. 53 NQS | Valerie Hope
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Karen White & Ken Blackwell From: Maryland/California, USA & New Jersey, USA Connect on: Managing life when caring for aging p...
Representing your true self from the inside out | Ep. 52 NQS | Valerie Hope
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Monica Youngblood & Kristine de Guzman From: California, USA & California, USA Connect on: Representing your true self from th...
Connecting to your own culture | Ep. 51 NQS | Valerie Hope
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Jenny Price-Watterson & Jihann Pedersen From: Panama/Texas, USA & Panama/England Connect on: Connecting to your own culture Co...
Getting to know familiar strangers | Ep. 50 NQS | Valerie Hope
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Alicia Williams & Kai Maddox From: New York, USA & Alabama, USA Connect on: Getting to know familiar strangers Connect with: A...
Healing the body and soul through conversation | Ep. 49 NQS | Valerie Hope
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Al Dawson & Anne Redelfs From: Texas, USA & Pennsylvania, USA Connect on: Healing the body and soul through conversation Conn...
Latinos and our threads of commonality | Ep. 48 NQS | Valerie Hope
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Jorge Enderica & Sal Mendoza From: Ecuador/Texas, USA & El Salvador/Chicago, USA Connect on: Latinos and our threads of common...
The freedom to connect with yourself and others | Ep. 47 NQS | Valerie Hope
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Daniel Todd & Kristin and Randall Brooks From: Texas, USA (All) Talk About: The freedom to connect with yourself and others Connec...
Travel from the inside and out | Ep. 46 NQS | Valerie Hope
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Francis Conrad & Guilherme SamelFrom: Arizona, USA & São Paulo, Brazil Talk about: Travel from the inside and out Connect wit...
In the life of a 3rd and 4th grader | Ep. 45 NQS | Valerie Hope
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Nico & RosaFrom: Texas, USA/Spain & Hawaii/Texas, USA Connect on: In the life of a 3rd and 4th grader Subscribe to my YouTube ...
The Secret to Healing is Self-love | Ep. 44 NQS | Valerie Hope
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Gail Blair & Lewis ConeFrom: Texas, USA & Texas, USA Connect on: The secret to healing is self-love Connect with:Gail Blair: •...
Men Managing Depression & Burnout | Ep. 43 NQS | Valerie Hope
24 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Prashant Agrawal & Skip MondragonFrom: India/California, USA & Texas, USA Connect on: Men managing depression & burnout Co...
Create New Choices In Life Through Improv | Ep. 42 NQS | Valerie Hope
19 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Izzy Gesell & Vanessa KenneyFrom: New York/Massachusetts, USA & Texas, USATalk About: Create new choices in lif...
Connection Through The Lens Of LGBTQIA+ | Ep. 41 NQS | Valerie Hope
24 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Karen Romestan & Lindsay TiersteinFrom: South Carolina, USA /New Jersey, USA Talk About: LGBTQIA+ and how a connection is agreeing...
What’s So Funny? The Humor In Being Human | Ep. 40 NQS | Valerie Hope
09 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Lia Bai & Shruthi GarimallaFrom: China/Texas, USA & Illinois/Texas, USATalk About: What’s so funny? The humor...
The Power of Owning Your Shadow | Ep. 39 NQS | Valerie Hope
26 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Amy Lynn Durham & Rebeca EigenFrom: California, USA& Texas, USA Talk About: The power of owning your shadow Connect with: Amy ...
Latin Ethnicity, Culture, Colorism, And Family | Ep. 38 NQS | Valerie Hope
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Carolina Veira & Priscilla GuassoFrom: Ecuador/Miami, USA & Mexico/Illinois, USATalk About: Latin ethnicity, cu...
Living Without Someone You Love | Ep. 37 NQS | Valerie Hope
28 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Saundra Rogers & Wakako WheelockFrom: Maryland, USA & Japan/ Colorado, USATalk About: How to live on without so...
World Travel And Living Fully With Other Human Beings | Ep. 36 NQS | Valerie Hope
14 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Alemnesh Belatchew & Fred HeismeyerFrom: Ethiopia/Sweden & New Jersey/ Kansas, USAConnect on: World travel and ...
Aloha Culture, Childhood In The Military, And Their Rainbow Children | Ep. 35 NQS | Valerie Hope
31 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Marci Bertelson Judkins & Prudence Kealiiwahine Hokoana Gormley Place: Air Force Brat/Utah, USA & Army Brat/Haw...
How Nature & Adventure Stole Our Hearts | Ep. 34 NQS | Valerie Hope
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Alicia White & Kathy HolcombeFrom: Arkansas/Texas, USA & Arkansas/Colorado, USAConnect on: How Nature & Adv...
Moving Through Identity, Belonging, And Becoming | Ep. 33 NQS | Valerie Hope
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Keya Tollosa & Viola BrumskineFrom: Ethiopia/Texas, USA & Nigeria/Cameroon/Virginia, USAConnect on: Moving through identity, b...
Serving God through love in action | Ep. 32 NQS | Valerie Hope
17 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Aka Ali-Kerr & Froswa’ Booker-Drew From: Louisiana/Texas, USA & Port of Spain, Trinidad Connect on: Serving God t...
The myths and blessings of manhood | Ep. 31 NQS | Valerie Hope
03 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Calvin Edwards & Skip BroussardFrom: Texas, USA & Louisiana/Texas, USA Connect on: The myths and blessings of manhood Connect ...
The freedom to create is through healing and inspiration | Ep. 30 NQS | Valerie Hope
20 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet April Brown & Iveth Valera From: New Jersey, USA & Venezuela/Texas, USA Connect on: The freedom to create combines healing and...
Speaking Your Mind Through Your Music | Ep. 29 NQS | Valerie Hope
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Benjamin Mertz & Rachel AvonneFrom: California, USA & Texas, USAConnect on: Speaking your mind through your musicConnect With:...
Your Environment Is An Expression Of Love Or Fear | Ep. 28 NQS | Valerie Hope
01 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Eva Castilla & LaRue EpplerFrom: Tenerife, Spain/Texas, USA & Oklahoma/Texas, USAConnect on: A beautiful environment as an exp...
Movies, mentorship, and meaning | Ep. 27 NQS | Valerie Hope
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet André Cherigo & Rolando HopePlace: New York, USA & Panama/Alabama, USA Topic: Movies, mentorship, and meaning Connect:• And...
Mental Self-Care and Parenting | Ep. 26 NQS | Valerie Hope
09 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Faby Gallegos & Jacqui McGovernPlace: Texas, USA & Ireland Connect on: Mental self-care and parenting Connect:• Faby Gallego...
Music as a Soundtrack to a Full Life | Ep. 38 NQS | Valerie Hope
26 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Jeremy Blades & Lexie OkekePlace: Bermuda/United Kingdom & Texas, USA Topic: Music as a soundtrack to a full life Connect with...
The Veterans You Meet and the "You" That is Left Behind | Ep. 24 NQS | Valerie Hope
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Andrew Brazington & Nuria DixonPlace: Philadelphia, USA / New York, USA Topic: The military veterans you meet and the “you” th...
Hope and promise through Montessori education | Ep. 23 NQS | Valerie Hope
11 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Connie Laufersky & Nas PanwarPlace: Michigan & Texas, USA /Kenya & Canada Topic: Hope and promise through Montessori educa...
Assertiveness and Reflections: The Tapestry of Women's Journeys | Ep. 22 NQS | Valerie Hope
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Alison Godfrey & Lytwaive HutchinsonPlace: New Jersey/Texas, USA /Michigan/Virginia, USA Topic: Strong and assertive women reflect...
Gratitude for our hair journey | Ep. 21 NQS | Valerie Hope
14 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Jennifer Durbin-Tuffy & Princess YoungPlace: North Carolina, USA /Idaho, USA Topic: Gratitude for our hair journey Connect: · Jen...
Your Learning and Growing Contributes to others | Ep. 20 NQS | Valerie Hope
30 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Kevin Claypool & Felipe FerreiraPlace: Missouri, USA /São Paulo, Brazil Topic: Learning and growing as a contribution to others C...
Shattering Ceilings with Authenticity and Equality | Ep. 19 NQS | Valerie Hope
16 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Michele Stoudt-Wright & Pamela Iluore Place: Pennsylvania/Texas, USA & California, USA Topic: Authenticity and the glass...
How To Resolve Conflict | Conflict Resolution Skills | Ep. 18 NQS | Valerie Hope
02 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: David Nicholson & Deepa Pulipati Place: Texas, USA & India/California, USA Topic: Getting to the heart of conflict Connect: · Davi...
Facing Our Trauma: How Healing Can Drive Racial Justice | Ep. 17 NQS | Valerie Hope
19 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Billy Lane & Charlotte MokoenaPlace: Texas, USA & Johannesburg, South Africa Topic: Healing trauma to leverage privilege, educ...
Life as a Teenage Creative: How to Manage Sibling Dynamics | Ep. 16 NQS | Valerie Hope
12 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Anagha Konuru & Carly HopePlace: India/Texas, USA & Texas, USA Topic: The roles teenagers get to play in life Book Recommendat...
Why Is Storytelling Important In Business? | Ep. 15 NQS | Valerie Hope
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Alvaro Garza & Elizabeth JohnstonFrom: Texas/Spain, USA & Canada Connect With:Alvaro GarzaInstagramLinkedIn&nbs...
Mastering Leadership, Diversity, and Influence | Ep. 14 NQS | Valerie Hope
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Carson Thompson & Roger FungPlace: Oklahoma/New Mexico, USA & Hong Kong/Texas, USA Topic: Aspiring to inspire before expiring ...
Spiritual Awakening and Energy Mastery: Tuning Into Yourself | Ep. 13 NQS | Valerie Hope
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Ana Noyce & Joana FelizardoPlace: Texas, USA & Portugal/Switzerland Topic: Tuning into yourself is the key to good living Connect: ...
Coaching in the Family: Fostering Emotional Growth and Leadership | NQS Ep. 12 | Valerie Hope
24 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Meet Mehmet Sevinç & Wes MartinPlace: Istanbul, Turkey & Oklahoma, USA Topic: Coaching in the family-way Connect:• Mehmet Sevinç...
Learning About Yourself Through Another’s Story | Ep. 11 NQS | Valerie Hope
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Calvin Gaskin & Ingrid Gavshon Place: California, USA & South Africa/California, USA Topic: Learning about yourself through another...
Finding Safety and Acceptance in the LGBTQIA+ Community | Ep. 10 NQS | Valerie Hope
03 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Bridget Portier & Reba RosePlace: Austin, Texas, USA & Oakland, California, USATopic: Safety and acceptance in LGBTQIA+Connect With...
How to Build Your Network and Do What Matters | Ep. 9 NQS | Valerie Hope
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Brandy Cain & Dr. Janet Morrison-Lane Place: North Carolina/Texas & Missouri/Texas Topic: Building your network and doing wha...
How To Age Gracefully | It Gets Easier The Older You Get! | Ep. 8 NQS | Valerie Hope
11 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Angela Hope & Grace VyvyanPlace: Panamá/USA & Oklahoma/Texas, USATopic: It gets easier the older you become! Resources:- A C...
How the Military Influences Fatherhood | Ep. 7 NQS | Valerie Hope
27 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Casey Field & Ricardo Hope Place: California/Air Force & Texas/Marines Topic: How the military influenced their role as fathe...
How to Nurture Self-Expression in Your Kids | Ep. 6 NQS | Valerie Hope
13 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Ariela Morgenstern & Dana Rey Place: San Francisco, California / New York, New York & Dallas, Texas/ Washington D.C. Topic: Nurturi...
Youth Edition: How To Connect With The Youth Of Today | Ep. 5 NQS | Valerie Hope
30 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Ford, Louis & Felipe Ferreira Place: Dallas, Texas, USA & São Paulo, Brazil Topic: The art of podcasting and connecting with young...
Leadership Insights: A Journey of Empathy, Balance, and Transformation | Ep. 4 NQS | Valerie Hope
29 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Amir Ghannad & Fernando Santana Place: Iran/USA & Puerto Rico/USA Topic: Leadership insights from lemonade Connect: Resources: Su...
How to Mother Explosive Children | Ep. 3 NQS | Valerie Hope
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Inna Buschell & Lavanya Challa Place: Russia/California & India/Texas Topic: Mothers meet the pandemic with explosive children. Rea...
Cultural Exploration and Personal Discovery | Ep. 2 NQS | Valerie Hope
02 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Dominique Rentsch & Sana-Patrick Milochevitch Place: Sweden/Switzerland & Serbia/France/Canada Topic: When you choose your culture,...
Unifying Passion: A Deep Dive into Football's Influence | Ep. 1 NQS | Valerie Hope
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Strangers: Eduardo Hope & Paxton Ballard Place: Panamá/USA & USA/England Topic: A passion for a sport that transcends nationality & a gen...
Introducing "Not Quite Strangers" Podcast
19 Jan 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Meaningful conversations between people, 'not quite strangers', that inspire curiosity, build connection, and challenge the status quo. The new p...
Time To Come Alive: “What Makes Me Come Alive?” With Valerie Hope, Leadership Coach/Speaker, And Guest Interviewer Ingrid Gavshon, Filmmaker And Executive Coach
28 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Howard Thurman: "Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive and go do it. Because what the world needs are more people who have c...
Ep. 100 - Time To Come Alive: “Stand Out To Stand Up” With Dr. Mark Rittenberg, Founder Of University Of California At Berkeley Executive Coaching Institute
20 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Nelson Mandela: "What counts in life is not the mere fact that we have lived; it is what difference we have made to the lives ...
Ep. 99 - Time to Come Alive: “Is Diversity the Answer?” with Brittany Cole, career and leadership coach/speaker
13 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
William Sloane Coffin, Jr.: “Diversity may be the hardest thing for a society to live with, and perhaps the most dangerous thing for a society to be...