The Generosity Guy

You know that one small thing you keep putting off? It’s probably getting worse.We all have good intentions—but intentions don’t change the world.Inspired by Oliver Burkeman, this episode is about closing the gap between caring… and actually doing something about it.

If knowledge is so accessible, why isn’t everyone successful?We live in a world where you can learn almost anything in seconds.So why aren’t we all thriving?Because information isn’t the problem—execution is.Inspired by Walter Isaacson’s quote, this episode is a simple reminder:👉 Ideas don’t change your life👉 Action does

You can have everything… and still end up empty.Two bodies of water. Same source. Completely different outcomes.The Dead Sea takes in—but never gives.The Sea of Galilee receives—and releases.This episode explores why generosity isn’t just good—it’s life-giving.

What if the person you’re trying to beat… isn’t even competing with you?This episode dives into the trap of comparison and the illusion that life is a competition. Inspired by Ryan Holiday, it’s a reminder that the only real race is against who you used to be.

What if the problems in your life aren’t caused by mistakes—but by your best intentions?Inspired by Patriot, this episode dives into how even the best intentions can create unexpected problems. From parenting moments to everyday choices, discover why life is full of “jellyfish” we didn’t plan for—and how to navigate them with wisdom.

The best things in life multiply the more you give them away.

It's not just during an election when you can have your say.Each day we vote for what we want to see in our world...

When have you had enough?Do you even know what you are aiming for?

Even though accepting a gift from someone can be a good thing for you and them, there might be times when it is better to say "no".To an elephant for example.

Sometimes, just by accepting a gift from someone, you are showing them generosity.

It's all a matter of perspective, and it's not a bad thing.

There is a way for your world to grow, even if you are lonely and in isolation...

What we say matters, and how we behave also matters.What about our viewing habits?

Being intentional about generosity means that you know how much, how often and to whom you are giving.Giving first, before you spend, is a great way to ensure you are as generous as you want to be.

You'd be surprise how many philanthropists give to both major Australian political parties. I'm not suggesting you do the same, but it goes to show that it is good to give to more than one organisation.

Here are 4 easy things that you can do to spread the love of generosity this Christmas.Have a great Christmas and see you in 2026 for season 10!

If you think that when you come in to a large sum of money you will be able to be generous and give some away, you are kidding yourself if you aren't doing that already.Generosity doesn't start when you have lots of money at some random time in the future. It starts now.

It's not just because I didn't enjoy the subject in high school, it's also because Economic theories have some fundamental flaws.

It's Lorraine. She is worth her weight in gold, but doesn't earn a cent. She probably deserves a pay rise.

My job is to raise money, and I used to ask people to give their money to Opportunity International Australia.It felt a bit weird, so I stopped and tried something else.

Why do people give to charities?It comes down to what they are trying to achieve in this world, and what their values are.

Doing what you have always done can be helpful, but if something changes perhaps your old habits are no longer serving you.Ask "Henry", the vacuum cleaner.

We know they tell us to do that in an emergency flight situation, but most of the time we don't need to put on our own mask first. In fact, it can be holding us back.

"I just call it as I see it!"Sure, but if you call it like a jerk, you will see it like a jerk.There is a generous way to be refreshingly honest.

Your purpose is not normally discovered somewhere "out there", but usually where you are right now.There are little things that you can do today, right where you are to help uncover what your purpose is.

You go where you focus. So are you aiming to do something or are you aiming to not do something. It sounds like a small thing, but it can make the world of difference.

Global population has skyrocketed over the last 200 years, is anyone still worried about it?

Can we really end poverty?Jesus didn't seem to think so...

How are you at buying presents?I'm not great, but the good news is that there are other ways to be generous...

Generosity. Here is what is, and what it isn't.

The opposite of love is note hate, it is fear.Fear destroys. It is stingy.Love is outrageously generous.

When you make a mistake, what do you hope for - justice, mercy or grace?And what is the difference?

How and why something happened is not as important as what you do next. Blame is not helpful. A plan to overcome the issue is.

Are Organisational Charts helpful?Yes and no. I like to think of it to be more like a web. A generous web.

What happens when you get sick on a plane, and what on earth does that have to do with generosity?Welcome to season 9 of the Generosity Podcast!

He predicted so many things.How did he do it?Why can't I?What can I do instead?

Everybody fades, no matter how famous they become. There are very few things that last and grow.Generosity is one of those things.

If the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, and the second best time is now, what are you waiting for?

If you didn't know which part of the community you would end up in, would you still think it is fair?

The ultimate "Supermarket Sweep".If you don't know what that is, then just think about it as normal Elon's life.

Generosity has boundaries, asks hard questions and calls people toward growth.

Meet George...When he turned up late to class, he changed statistical history.

How do you know if you are working in a career, or you have taken on a vocation?

We all have times when we are low on hope, but how can we find our way back to hope when we have none? Here are some tips...

Our dog, Jake, was making a great deal of noise in middle of the night, waking me up and making me grumpy. I gave him a piece of my mind, rightfully so, or so I thought. The next day I discovered that things were not what they seemed...

Is there a time when it is okay to not be generous? What boundaries should you put in to place?How can you be generous without slipping in idiot generosity?

Some people are so over the top passionate about something that they become annoying...Have you ever wondered why you get annoyed by them?

Here are some easy things that you can do to promote your own wellbeing. All of them have something in common and the last one brings it all together.Being the Generosity Podcast, you can probably guess what the last one is...

Finding out that you don't care about what you do can be a shock, but it is also the best place to start to find your calling...

Sometimes you find yourself in dark, moist places, and that is exactly where you need to be to start your growth. (Sorry about using the word 'moist', it's not a great word).