215. Turn "Someday" Into Today: Ripples of Goodness Begin with You with Andy DeMeo

Ever wonder why the world feels heavier than it should? In this refreshingly honest and hopeful episode, we meet Andy DeMeo, founder of Granite Goodness, who’s on a mission to spotlight the remarkable people quietly making communities better. Together, we explore how a simple shift in focus—from despair to possibility—can transform how we experience the world. This conversation is a warm reminder that progress is everywhere… if we know where to look.Chapters00:00 – Intro & Welcome05:20 – Why Warmth & Genius Aren’t Mutually Exclusive07:53 – All Innovation Is Local (and That’s a Good Thing)10:50 – How to Train Your Internet to Be More Positive18:55 – Andy’s Personal Turning Point: Panic, Fear & Finding Purpose33:13 – Why the World Is Awful, Better, and Can Be Even Better46:10 – Break 48:29 – What Granite Goodness Actually Does56:22 – The Media’s Fear Formula vs. Data-Driven Progress01:14:00 – Final Thoughts: Human Potential & Spreading the Good01:20:45 – Closing