In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Tonya Shelnutt, author, speaker, podcast host, and advocate for trauma recovery and pro-family policy.

She shares her raw and redemptive story of surviving childhood sexual abuse, overcoming addiction, and breaking free from generational pain. With deep faith and a heart for others, Tonya has dedicated her life to protecting the vulnerable, challenging cultural silence, and helping others find healing through courageous conversation.

Her work spans ministry, public policy, and personal mentorship—all rooted in one powerful truth: you can't heal what you don't face.

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We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Tonya explains how silence kept her wounded and how speaking out became the first step toward healing.

⭐️ After years of addiction, trauma, and loss, she credits her faith with pulling her out of the darkness—and helping her stay there.

⭐️ As a mom of five, Tonya shares how raising children through adversity taught her resilience, grace, and the power of legacy.

⭐️ By sharing her most painful moments publicly, she’s helping others finally confront their own.

⭐️ Tonya started her podcast despite fear and doubt—and now it’s changing lives every week.

& more...


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Website: https://www.tonyashellnutt.com

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In this episode, Rick shares his interview with Kelly Berger and Avery Roberts, community engagement leaders and fierce disability advocates at Cure CMD, a nonprofit advancing research and awareness for congenital muscular dystrophies.

Kelly and Avery open up about their deeply personal journeys through misdiagnosis, medical adversity, and social exclusion—and how they transformed these challenges into platforms for empowerment, education, and visibility. Their story of connection, purpose, and advocacy is a powerful reminder that authentic representation and inclusion start with sharing your voice.

Together, they’ve reshaped what it means to live boldly with disability, sparked systemic change on Capitol Hill, and inspired others to discover their own strength—one conversation, one webinar, one small act of kindness at a time.

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We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Kelly and Avery explain why they don’t see themselves as “heroes”—and how true inspiration lies in achievements, not assumptions.

⭐️ Both women detail their “diagnostic odysseys,” how they found each other, and how rare disease communities provide much-needed belonging.

⭐️ From Capitol Hill to social media, they’re challenging how society views accessibility and what disability advocacy really looks like.

⭐️ Avery’s history-making performance as the first wheelchair dancer at Radio City Music Hall is just one example of inclusion done right.

⭐️ Their long-distance bond and shared mission show how genuine connection fuels resilience, leadership, and lasting change.

& more...


Know more about Edmandah:

Cure CMD Website: https://www.curecmd.org/
Donate to Cure CMD: https://www.curecmd.org/donate
Cure CMD's Scientific & Family (SciFam) Conference: https://www.scifam.info/

Avery's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/avery.nicole916/
Avery's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/avery-roberts-334024354/

Kelly's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thekellyberger/
Kelly's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thekellyberger

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In this episode, Rick shares his powerful conversation with Sean Meyers—executive coach, speaker, and host of the Level Up + Live Mastermind & Podcast.

What begins as a reflection on personal loss quickly unfolds into a transformative story of purpose and resilience. Rick opens up about the heartbreaking moment that changed everything: the passing of his sister. From that pain emerged a mission to spread hope, connection, and positive change through I Spark Change. This episode is an invitation to see adversity as a launchpad for impact and to embrace your calling with courage and conviction.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Discover how tragedy became the catalyst for Rick’s global mission.

⭐️ Understand the spiritual clarity that fueled the launch of I Spark Change.

⭐️ Learn how obedience to purpose leads to lasting transformation.

⭐️ Hear the origin story of a movement that empowers others to spark change.

⭐️ Be inspired to turn your life’s hardest moments into meaningful impact.

& more...


Know more about Sean:

Website: https://www.levelupcoaching23.com/#About

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmeyers.24/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100088594897735

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sean-meyers-471a3b61/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@LevelUpandLive

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In this episode, Rick interviews Ehmandah Ramsey, transformational speaker, worship leader, and founder of She Stories. As a survivor of domestic violence and a single mom, Ehmandah turned her personal pain into a powerful mission to help others heal through storytelling, music, and community.

She shares her courageous journey of overcoming trauma, the pivotal moment that freed her to share her truth, and how faith and purpose now guide her to empower women to reclaim their voices. From launching one of the first coworking spaces for women in Los Angeles to leading worship and mentoring entrepreneurs, Ehmandah’s message is clear: your story has the power to change lives. Tune in to be inspired by her resilience, authenticity, and heart-centered leadership.

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We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Discover how sharing your story can unlock emotional freedom and inspire community healing.

⭐️ Learn why embracing your past can be the key to living with bold purpose and impact.

⭐️ Explore how storytelling and music can create safe spaces for transformation and growth.

⭐️ Get inspired by the importance of faith in overcoming shame, trauma, and self-doubt.

⭐️ Hear how a single spark moment can revive a vision and remind you why your voice matters.

& more...


Know more about Edmandah:

Website: https://www.ehmandahramsey.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ehmandahramsey

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ehmandahramsey

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ehmandahramsey/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EhmandahTV

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In this episode, Rick interviews Ben Erwin, CEO of Charitybuzz. Ben shares how he's helped raise over $500 million for more than 5,000 charities—by transforming how people give. With a unique model that merges profit with purpose, Ben’s work unlocks creative, sustainable ways to fundraise while making generosity accessible and exciting. From celebrity dinners to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, Charitybuzz helps redefine philanthropy for the modern world.

Ben dives deep into why the nonprofit sector deserves the same respect, resources, and innovation as for-profits—and how aligning capitalism with compassion might just be the key to solving society’s biggest challenges.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Ben argues that nonprofits should be treated like high-impact businesses—with proper funding, talented professionals, and scalable models.

⭐️ Using profit-driven innovation to supercharge giving, Charitybuzz makes charitable contributions both exciting and sustainable.

⭐️ Learn how small, creative shifts in fundraising (like celebrity experiences and private auctions) are unlocking millions in untapped charitable dollars.

⭐️ Ben’s journey from sales to CEO reveals how purpose-driven leadership can drive both revenue and deep social impact.

⭐️ A single conversation with his father changed Ben’s life trajectory—a reminder that everyday moments can have powerful ripple effects.

& more...


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Website: charitybuzz.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erwinbenjamin

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charitybuzz

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In this episode of the I Spark Change Podcast, Rick interviews productivity and time management coach Jennifer Soan. Jennifer shares her powerful journey from people-pleasing and burnout to becoming a mindful leader who helps high achievers align their values with their calendars. Through boundary setting, energy awareness, and intentional living, she teaches how to transform chaos into clarity. If you've ever struggled with overwhelm, decision fatigue, or feeling like there’s never enough time—this conversation is for you.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Time is your most valuable, non-renewable resource—learn how to treat it like one.

⭐️ Why being present isn’t just a mindset—it’s a strategic choice built into your calendar.

⭐️ How “people pleasing” creates a hidden time drain and what to do about it.

⭐️ Jennifer’s favorite acronym for T.I.M.E. and how it can guide your weekly planning.

⭐️ The power of scheduling “treasure time” to align with what truly matters.

⭐️ How energy management can maximize your productivity during peak performance hours.

⭐️ Practical tips for shifting from burnout to fulfillment through intentional routines.

& more...


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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Soenen-Strategies/

Website: https://www.soenenstrategies.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifer_soenen/

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In this episode, Rick reflects on how reading—and writing—can be powerful catalysts for personal transformation. He opens up about the impact of writing his unpublished book 365 Ways I Love You, a deeply personal gift for his wife that taught him profound lessons in love, gratitude, and presence. Rick also shares how reading books like The Compound Effect and Limitless continues to shape his mindset, habits, and purpose. Whether it’s a sentence in a book or a journal entry of your own, words hold the power to change your life. Tune in and rediscover how books can help you become a better version of yourself and spark positive change in the world around you.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Rick’s book 365 Ways I Love You deepened his relationships and personal growth more than he expected.

⭐️ The right words, at the right time, can reshape your perspective and purpose.

⭐️ Listening to audiobooks while driving or working out helps Rick grow even during “net zero time.”

⭐️ Rick sets yearly reading goals to stay sharp, inspired, and intentional.

⭐️ Rick invites listeners to share the book that last changed their life and how reading sparks change in them.

& more...

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In this episode, Rick interviews Masami Sato, founder and CEO of B1G1 (Buy1Give1), an award-winning global giving initiative that empowers businesses to create meaningful, everyday impact. A two-time TEDx speaker, bestselling author, and social entrepreneur, Masami shares her inspiring journey from a shy, world-traveling backpacker to a visionary leader transforming the way businesses give back. She opens up about how a simple idea—linking everyday business transactions to high-impact global giving—grew into a movement helping thousands of companies make measurable social change. Tune in as she and Rick discuss the power of small, the ripple effect of spark moments, and how collective action can shape a more abundant, equitable world.

This episode is a MUST-LISTEN! 🎙🚀

We will discuss the following:

⭐️ Small businesses have the power to create big global change.

⭐️ Linking business success with daily giving builds deeper purpose.

⭐️ True impact starts with believing you're never too small to make a difference.

⭐️ B1G1’s model proves that sustainable philanthropy is possible for everyone.

⭐️ Building a purpose-driven business community multiplies the ripple effect.

& more...


Know more about Masami:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/masamisato/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/b1g1giving

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZkWxyX1vsOcc0jemE9vbqw

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buy1give1/

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