Soul Boom
Episodes
Reflecting w/ Bobby Lee, Trisha Paytas, Rick Glassman, Ed Helms, Angela Kinsey + More!
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Celebrating 2 years of Soul Boom with favorite guests Alex O'Connor, Dr. Lisa Miller, Rick Glassman, Britt Hartley, Sara Kuburic, Trisha Paytas, Bobby...
Arthur Brooks & Rainn Escape the Matrix & Find the Meaning of Life
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why does modern life feel emptier than ever, even with more technology, comfort, and success than any generation before us? Arthur Brooks (behavioral ...
How I Met Your Maker w/ Josh Radnor
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Josh Radnor (How I Met Your Mother) unpacks the deeper spiritual questions that fame, success, and storytelling can’t answer. SPONSORS! 👇...
The Secret to a Meaningful Life (w/ Bill Burnett & Dave Evans)
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Bill Burnett and Dave Evans, co-authors of Designing Your Life, join us to unpack why so many people are feeling stuck, why the search for one perfect...
Life Lessons for Gen Z & Millennials (w/ Chip Conley)
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Why do we feel so anxious & alone in the modern world? Chip Conley unpacks how wisdom, meaning, and emotional insight can transform suffering into gro...
Rainn Gets Roasted by Zach Anner
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Zach Anner opens up about growing up with cerebral palsy, using comedy to build connection, and navigating panic attacks, loneliness, and the...
Proving God's Existence With Science (w/ Dave Desteno)
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Is God real, and can science ever prove it? Psychologist Dave DeSteno joins us to unpack why the “Does God exist?” debate might miss the point, an...
Toxic Politics: America’s NEW Pandemic (w/ Mustafa Santiago Ali)
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
What if environmental justice is not just policy, but a spiritual responsibility? Dr. Mustafa Santiago Ali breaks down how toxic pollution, redlining,...
Gaza, Grief and Growth: Mo Amer on Palestine & Faith
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Palestinian-American comedian Mo Amer (Mo on Netflix) shares his family’s story through war, displacement, and survival, and speaks candidly about G...
Does Manifesting Change God's Plan? (w/ Edwina Findley)
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Let's unpack the most sacred questions of the human experience: how do you know when guidance is divine, and when it’s just desire, fear, or ego? ...
Why Do I Overthink EVERYTHING? Re-Wiring Our Brains w/ Maya Shankar
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Change rarely asks permission. Cognitive scientist Maya Shankar joins to unpack why we cling to certainty, how rumination traps us in mental spirals, ...
Who Should Run the Government? (Reggie Watts Pt. 2)
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
AI, power trips, and what comes after late stage capitalism. Comedian Reggie Watts joins us to unpack how billionaires are trying to control the syste...
Simulation Theory, A.I. Takeover and Dungeons & Dragons (w/ Reggie Watts)
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Reggie Watts (comedian, musician) joins us to unpack simulation theory, psychedelics, AI, and Eastern mysticism. He and Rainn cover everything from ...
Can Dr. Amen's Brain Scans Predict Depression, Anxiety and Addiction?
18 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Daniel Amen (brain health expert, psychiatrist and physician) wants to reframe “mental health” as brain health, and explain how brain imaging ...
Miguel, Can Our Souls Stand the 'CAOS'?
11 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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What Happens When We Die? (w/ Hospice Nurse Julie)
04 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hospice Nurse Julie sits down with Rainn to completely re-frame how we think about death, dying and what might come next. From the biology of how the ...
Petey USA Finds God In The Gray
27 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
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How to Humanize Your Enemies (w/ Valarie Kaur)
13 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
How can we humanize our political "opponents" and stop viewing the world as "them vs. us?" Revolutionary love in practice. Valarie Kaur returns to unp...
Spiritual Tools That ACTUALLY Work (w/ Shabnam Mogharabi)
06 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shabnam Mogharabi (co-author of the Soul Boom Workbook: Spiritual Tools for Modern Living, co-founder of SoulPancake) joins Rainn to unpack their new...
Roy Wood Jr. Solves Racism
23 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Roy Wood, Jr. (The Daily Show) joins Rainn to explore the fractures in American society, from racism and political division to technology, ca...
Mark Ruffalo Takes Faith to Task (Pt. 2)
19 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Part 2! Mark Ruffalo joins us again to talk about marriage as "soul work," raising artists, healing family trauma, and why vulnerability might be th...
Yung Pueblo and the Revolution Within
16 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Yung Pueblo (Diego Perez) explore how inner transformation creates outer change. He and Rainn discuss impermanence, self-love, meditation, and why cul...
Mark Ruffalo on the Future of Humanity (Pt. 1)
09 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Mark Ruffalo (AppleTV's Task, Marvel's Avengers) explores how America can find compassion in divided times, the dangers of political violence, and why...
Eat, Pray, Toxic Love Addict w/ Elizabeth Gilbert
25 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Elizabeth Gilbert (Eat, Pray, Love author) opens up about love, addiction, grief, and spiritual growth. She opens up about her relationship with Raya,...
Escaping a Cult (w/ Chess Master Danny Rensch)
18 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Danny Rensch stopped being a pawn in his family's cult and broke free to rebuild his life and found Chess.com. He and Rainn unpack what life is like...
God Told Lil Rel to 'Get Out'
11 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Lil Rel Howery (Code 3) joins Rainn to unpack how he got out of grief, panic attacks, and an extremely dark season after the death of his mot...
The Daily Stoic's Guide to Spirituality (w/ Ryan Holiday)
04 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ryan Holiday (The Daily Stoic) joins Rainn Wilson to connect Stoicism’s deepest roots to spirituality, from the Logos and justice to the common go...
Finding God Within: Sri M Explores Consciousness
21 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Sri M, Himalayan spiritual teacher and social reformer, joins Rainn Wilson to explore the mysteries of consciousness, the soul, and the universal sear...
Adam Grant Breaks the Confidence Myth
14 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Adam Grant (NYT bestselling author of Think Again and organizational psychologist at Wharton) joins us to unpack why everything we believe about confi...
Finding God in a Panic Attack w/ Victoria Hutchins
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When a high-achieving lawyer suddenly drops her corporate life for poetry and yoga, her words manage to reach millions online. Victoria Hutchins expl...
Ed Helms and the Good Old Days
31 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Ed Helms, (The Office, The Hangover) digs into memory, identity, and what it means to truly live in the moment. The two reflect on their years togethe...
Spiritual Atheism & Religious Deconstruction (w/ Britt Hartley)
24 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If belief dies, can wonder survive? Britt Hartley (author of No Nonsense Spirituality) digs into her journey from devout Mormonism to mystic atheism...
Casey Neistat: The Art of the Algorithm
17 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Casey Neistat (YouTube creator, filmmaker, entrepreneur) joins Rainn Wilson to dive into the dangers of social media algorithms, the role of empathy...
LIVE with Pete Holmes!
03 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Pete Holmes (I Am Not For Everyone) joins Rainn Wilson LIVE to dive into the nature of God, spiritual awakening through psychedelics, and why...
Terry Crews Breaks the Shame Cycle
26 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Terry Crews (Brooklyn Nine-Nine, White Chicks) opens up about addiction, masculinity, faith, and healing. He shares his journey through addiction, rel...
Mike Birbiglia Redefines The Good Life
12 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Mike Birbiglia (The Good Life on Netflix) opens up about navigating his father’s stroke, his daughter’s spiritual education, and how me...
Does Happiness Last? Kelly Corrigan Wonders
05 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Kelly Corrigan (NYT bestselling author, PBS host) joins Rainn Wilson for an illuminating conversation on fear, moods, creativity, and the wisdom fou...
Questlove's Secret to a Spiritual Awakening
29 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Questlove (The Roots, Summer of Soul) joins Soul Boom for a deep and vulnerable conversation about creativity, trauma, spirituality, and self-reinvent...
Is God Real If Suffering Exists? Gary Gulman Explores
15 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Gary Gulman (HBO's The Great Depresh, Netflix’s Stand Up for Drummers) joins Rainn Wilson for a vulnerable, hilarious, and soul-searching conversati...
Existentialism for the Modern Soul w/ Millennial Therapist Sara Kuburic
08 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you’re not meant to find yourself, but to create yourself? In this Soul Boom episode, existential psychotherapist and bestselling author S...
Steve from Blue's Clues Sits Down in Our Thinking Chair
01 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Steve Burns (original host of Blue’s Clues, musician and writer) joins Rainn Wilson to unpack the surprising emotional and spiritual journey behind ...
How Can We Trust the News Again? (w/ Stephanie Ruhle)
17 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Stephanie Ruhle (MSNBC anchor, host of The 11th Hour) joins Rainn Wilson for a raw, timely conversation on media distrust, social responsibility, and ...
Inside Serena Williams' Mind (w/ Patrick Mouratoglou)
10 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Let's explore the mindset behind greatness. Patrick Mouratoglou is a world-famous tennish coach, known for his work with Serena Williams and Naomi Osa...
Am I Lonely or Spiritually Disconnected? (w/ Radha Agrawal)
03 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if the cure for our loneliness epidemic isn’t more screen time—but sacred dance floors, radical service, and remembering our ancestors? In th...
Hasan Minhaj: Does Comedy Matter if the World is on Fire?
27 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Hasan Minhaj (Off With His Head, The Patriot Act, Homecoming King) joins Rainn Wilson for a vulnerable and inspiring dive into the purpose of comedy, ...
Is Climate Change a Spiritual Crisis? (w/ Paul Hawken)
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if climate change isn’t just an environmental or economic issue, but a spiritual one? In this eye-opening conversation, Rainn Wilson and enviro...
How Spirituality Can Save Us from Global Chaos (w/ Payam Akhavan)
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
World peace isn’t just possible—it’s inevitable. But will we get there through collective vision or after unimaginable catastrophes? Renowned hu...
Rainn Tries Getting Rhett & Link Back in Church: Exploring Spiritual Deconstruction
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when two lifelong best friends and former evangelical missionaries begin questioning everything they once believed? In this deeply person...
Faith After Doubt: Can Religion Evolve? (w/ Brian McLaren)
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when your faith no longer makes sense? Brian McLaren, author of Faith After Doubt and Life After Doom, joins Rainn Wilson for a deep dive...
Do Jews Believe in Souls? Ari Shaffir’s Crisis of Faith
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Ari Shaffir (America's Sweetheart, JEW) joins Rainn Wilson for an unfiltered conversation about faith, comedy, and mental health. Known for h...
Is Society Losing Its Soul? Nadia Bolz-Weber on Faith, Outrage, and Redemption
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Lutheran pastor and best-selling author Nadia Bolz-Weber joins Rainn Wilson to discuss why modern life feels so disconnected and overwhelming. They ex...
Alex O'Connor Explores the Mysteries of God
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alex O’Connor ( @CosmicSkeptic ), known for his nuanced critiques of religion and discussions on morality, reflects on why the Bible captivates hi...
U.S. Surgeon General's Final Prescription: A Path to Fulfillment and Community
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Vivek Murthy, the now former U.S. Surgeon General, joins Rainn Wilson in this powerful episode of Soul Boom to explore the loneliness epidemic and...
Why Are We All Sick? Healing From the Modern Health Crisis w/ Dr. Rangan Chatterjee
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Physician and author Dr. Rangan Chatterjee joins Rainn Wilson on the Soul Boom podcast to explore how modern life impacts our health and happiness. Dr...
Shadow Work: An Idiot's Guide (w/ Keila Shaheen)
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Let's explore the transformative power of shadow work! Rainn Wilson sits down with Keila Shaheen, the bestselling author of "The Shadow Work Journal."...
Bobbi Althoff: Breaking Generational Cycles, Motherhood and Finding Purpose
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TRIGGER WARNING: This episode will discuss the topic of suicide. Conversations about suicide can be troubling or overwhelming for some to listen to. I...
The Edge of Death: Exploring Mortality w/ Sebastian Junger
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rainn Wilson sits down with acclaimed journalist, author, and war correspondent Sebastian Junger to discuss his harrowing near-death experience, the m...
Shabbat Explained: The Secret to Sacred Rest (w/ Rabbi Susan Goldberg)
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rainn Wilson sits down with Rabbi Susan Goldberg to explore the enduring wisdom of Jewish tradition and its relevance to modern challenges. They discu...
Penn Badgley Returns to Redefine What Faith Truly Means
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Penn Badgley (YOU on Netflix, Gossip Girl) joins Rainn Wilson to dive into his lifelong search for meaning. Penn shares how his journey from bei...
Dopamine Detox: Ending Isolation, Together w/ Alex Banayan
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rainn Wilson sits down with Alex Banayan, author of The Third Door, to explore the intersection of grief, spiritual growth, and the mental health epid...
Justice Denied: How Jerome Dixon Survived a Wrongful Conviction
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A man wrongfully incarcerated for over two decades due to a coerced confession, Jerome Dixon shares his harrowing story of enduring 25 hours of police...
[Rerun] Serj Tankian, How Can Music Change the World?
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this already-classic early episode of Soul Boom, the iconic Serj Tankian (lead singer of System of a Down) joined us for a profound exploration of ...
Andrew Yang: Let's Ditch Our Political Parties
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Andrew Yang joins Rainn Wilson on Soul Boom to delve into America’s political quagmire, questioning the deeply entrenched two-party system and explo...
Penn Badgley & Dr. Nura, Are We Confusing 'YOU' With Real Love? Healthy Connections vs. TV Fantasies
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Penn Badgley (YOU, Gossip Girl) and therapist Dr. Nura Mowzoon join Rainn Wilson to explore how media and modern television distorts our underst...
Listen Now: Rainn Wilson on Man Enough w/ Justin Baldoni
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've got a treat for you, Soul Boom fam! This week, listen to Rainn on Justin Baldoni's podcast, Man Enough: What is the crap that is no longer servi...
Justin Baldoni's Journey to Spiritual Resilience
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Justin Baldoni (It Ends With Us, Jane the Virgin) dives deep into the complexities of modern masculinity, spirituality, and the challenges of walking ...
Listen Now: Rainn Wilson on Everything Happens w/ Kate Bowler
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We've got a treat for you, Soul Boom fam! Are you living your best life now? Not always? This is a podcast for you. Duke Professor Kate Bowler is an e...
Gurudev: Does World Peace Start in the Heart? w/ Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar joins Rainn Wilson to explore the essence of spirituality and its role in transforming personal and global peace. They di...
Turning Trauma into Olympic Glory w/ Alexi Pappas
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Olympian Alexi Pappas opens up to Rainn Wilson about how childhood trauma shaped her journey to the 2016 Olympics and beyond. She explores the complex...
Valarie Kaur: How Can Love Drive Justice?
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rainn Wilson and Valarie Kaur explore the transformative power of "revolutionary love" and how it can heal a divided world. Valarie discusses the Sikh...
Death and How to Live It: Death Doula, Alua Arthur
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Alua Arthur joins Rainn Wilson on Soul Boom to explore the transformative power of embracing mortality. They delve into how contemplating death can br...
Dr. Lisa Miller: Will Gen Z Spark a Spiritual Revolution?
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Lisa Miller joins Rainn Wilson to explore the intersection of spirituality and science, delving into the hardwired nature of human spirituality. T...
Father Greg Boyle: Can a Tender God Ignite Social Change?
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Father Greg Boyle joins Rainn Wilson to delve into how spirituality and unshakable goodness can address the urgent crises facing today's society. They...
Bryan Cranston (Part 2): Is 'Breaking Bad' a Mirror to Modern Morality?
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Bryan Cranston (Your Honor, Breaking Bad) and Rainn Wilson explore the complexities of Walter White’s character in Breaking Bad. Cranston delv...
Bryan Cranston (Part 1): Breaking Open a Character
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Actor Bryan Cranston (Your Honor, Breaking Bad) and Rainn Wilson dive deep into what it takes to build a character. They explore the morality of Break...
Drew Afualo: Can Feminine Rage Save the World?
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
TikTok sensation Drew Afualo joins Rainn Wilson to delve into her unique approach to combating misogyny through humor and sarcasm. Drew shares her ins...
Douglas Rushkoff: Can We Reclaim the Internet for Humanity?
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Douglas Rushkoff joins Rainn Wilson on Soul Boom to explore the deep, often hidden roots of the Internet and how its original promise was hijacked. De...
Ronny Chieng: Can Cultural Identity Survive Globalization?
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Ronny Chieng (The Daily Show) joins Rainn Wilson on Soul Boom to delve into the complexities of cultural identity in a globalized world. They...
Jeff Kober: Is Anxiety a Symptom or a Teacher?
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Jeff Kober joins Rainn Wilson on Soul Boom to delve into the profound questions of human existence. The two discuss how a deeper awareness of consciou...
Whitney Cummings: Is Trauma a Privilege in Disguise?
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Whitney Cummings (2 Broke Girls, The Female Brain) joins Rainn Wilson on Soul Boom for an insightful and raw conversation about self-respect, vulnerab...
Payam Zamani: From Impoverished Refugee to Tech Mogul
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of Soul Boom, Rainn Wilson sits down with tech entrepreneur and philanthropist Payam Zamani. They explore Payam’s incredible journey...
Dr Joe Dispenza: How Are Our Brains Holding Us Back From Healing?
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Rainn Wilson and Dr Joe Dispenza as they explore the profound connection between mind, body, and healing in this transformative episode of Soul B...
Anne Lamott: What is the Key to Lasting Love?
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anne Lamott joins Rainn Wilson this week on Soul Boom for an enlightening conversation about the complexities of love, spiritual growth, and self-acce...
Neal Brennan: Does Brilliance Have Boundaries?
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian Neal Brennan (Chappelle's Show, Crazy Good, Blocks, 3 Mics) joins Rainn Wilson to engage in a deep and revealing conversation exploring the a...
Kate Bowler: Can Faith and Anger Coexist?
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Kate Bowler, renowned author and professor, joins Rainn Wilson to explore the complexities of American Christian traditions and the nature of sufferin...
Serj Tankian: How Can Music be Harnessed to Change the World?
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rainn sits down with the iconic Serj Tankian, lead vocalist of System of a Down, for a profound exploration of music's transformative power. In this e...
Arthur Brooks: Is Happiness a Science?
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Esteemed author and social scientist Arthur Brooks joins us to delve into the art of living a fulfilling life. Together, he and Rainn Wilson explore p...
Bobby Lee: Can You Go Beyond the Comedy?
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comedian and actor Bobby Lee (Tigerbelly & Bad Friends podcasts) joins Rainn Wilson for a profound conversation exploring spirituality, redemption, an...
Dr. Thema Bryant: Can Religious Trauma be Healed?
30 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Thema Bryant (therapist, minister, and spoken word artist) and Rainn Wilson give their unique perspective on the duality of faith as both a lifeli...
Angela Kinsey & Rainn Wilson Go Deep! (That's What She Said)
23 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Angela Kinsey (The Office, Office Ladies) & Rainn Wilson reunite years after The Office to explore some of life’s biggest questions. The two talk ab...
Jonathan Haidt: Can Gen Z Survive?
16 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rainn Wilson chats with social psychologist and author Jonathan Haidt ('The Anxious Generation', 'The Coddling of the American Mind') about the profou...
Rick Glassman: Is God Not Cool in Comedy?
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Rainn sits down with comedian Rick Glassman (Take Your Shoes Off podcast, ABC's Not Dead Yet) to talk about God and spirituality’s place in comedy. ...
Welcome to Soul Boom | Official Podcast Trailer
17 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Coming April 9th, join Rainn Wilson as he chats with artists, thinkers and doers about spirituality, mental health, societal transformation and anythi...