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Finding Passion And Purpose

by Richard Janes

Join Emmy-winner Richard Janes as he interviews artists, athletes, authors, entrepreneurs, activists, and influencers, as they tell their inspiring story of ditching the traditional 9-5 and embracing Passion and Purpose in their lives.

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Episodes

  1. My Story of Finding Passion & Purpose

    If you have ever felt a little lost in work or life, and you're unsure of how where the passion and purpose has gone, then I'm here to say you are not alone. I was in this exact position. This episode shares my story and what led me to create this wonderful new podcast. If this episode resonated...

  2. Survival

    Laura Zellmer was diagnosed with Cystic fibrosis, a life-threatening illness that affects the lungs and pancreas, when she was just 16 months old. Despite a staggering 80% infant mortality rate at the time, Laura defied the odds and survived. Today, Laura is 43 years old and in her continued…

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  3. Art & Wonder

    Matt Hanover is an artist, an entrepreneur, and Children's Museum curator. But these were not always titles that Matt embraced. It took, what he thought was, a heart-attack in 2012 for him to realize that his passions aren't something to be put-off and that he needed to make a big change in his...

  4. Taking Life As It Comes

    Kerry David lives for taking life as it comes and uncovering new passions in her life in the most unexpected places. And once she finds a passion, she'll lock on to fully embracing it in her life no matter what anyone says or how unrealistic the dream might be. Followed her heart has taken her in...

  5. Acting

    Guy Camilleri is one of Hollywood's top acting coaches and is regularly called upon by Independent Film Award winners, Oscar nominees and even Emmy Award winners. His dramatic journey of Finding Passion & Purpose started at the age of 16 when he ran away from home, stole a car, and drove halfway...

  6. Team Building

    Philip Folsom is one of America's top corporate cultural development experts. His journey to finding Passion & Purpose began at the age of 5 when his parents moved his family to a commune in the back woods of Washington. Today, he helps leading organizations such as Apple, Google, Red Bull, and...

  7. Indiana Jones

    Chris Strompolos is the star of a fantastic new Netflix documentary called "Raiders: The Greatest Fan Film Ever Made". His story has Passion & Purpose written all over it. At the age of 11, after seeing Raiders of the Lost Ark, Chris decided to remake the film shot for shot and dedicated the next…

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  8. Redefining Success

    Have your parents ever tried to live vicariously through you? For our guest today, that was what most of his early-life was controlled by: another person's desires. Ian Winer is an investment expert and a frequent contributor on CNN Money, Fox Business, BBC, The Wall Street Journal, and The...

  9. Anti-Poaching

    Pete Bethune has been shot at, stabbed with a machete, and held captive in a maxim-security Japanese prison. All in the pursuit of his unique passion and passion. Pete is what is known as an animal rights vigilante and he travels the world helping to protect the globes endangered animals. From...

  10. Screenwriting

    Hollywood screenwriter Jordan Roberts is probably best know for writing the 2005 Oscar winner for best feature documentary March of Penguins, or perhaps you'll have watched his 2014 Best Animated Feature Film Oscar Winner Big Hero 6. When we talk about purpose, it's often thought that a true...

  11. Soccer & Street Children

    Joe Hewitt has worked in some of Rio's most dangerous favelas helping at-risk youth through soccer. He is the CEO and founder of The Sports Creative: a non-profit, creating sports programs and partnerships around the world for at-risk youth. Through his work, he has seen the devastating effects...

  12. Civil Rights

    On August 19, 1958, 7-year-old Ayanna Najuma, and a group of 12 students together with a High School teacher named Clara Luper, set the stage for a civil rights protest that would sweep the nation in the 1960's and continues to resonate in modern America through movements such as Black Lives…

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  13. Season 1 Trailer

    From the writer of two Oscar winning movies through to an animal rights vigilante who ended up spending six months in a Japanese maximum security prison, join Emmy winner Richard Janes as he invites guests to tell their story about Finding Passion and Purpose. Be sure to like, subscribe, and…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Join Emmy-winner Richard Janes as he interviews artists, athletes, authors, entrepreneurs, activists, and influencers, as they tell their inspiring story of ditching the traditional 9-5 and embracing Passion and Purpose in their lives.

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Richard Janes

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What is Finding Passion And Purpose about?

Join Emmy-winner Richard Janes as he interviews artists, athletes, authors, entrepreneurs, activists, and influencers, as they tell their inspiring story of ditching the traditional 9-5 and embracing Passion and Purpose in their lives.

How often does Finding Passion And Purpose release new episodes?

Finding Passion And Purpose has 13 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Finding Passion And Purpose?

Finding Passion And Purpose is created and hosted by Richard Janes.
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