Soul Boom
Soul Boom is a series of intimate conversations hosted by Rainn Wilson exploring meaningful and inspiring topics that tickle the mind, heart and soul. Never too precious, yet unafraid to touch on the profound, Soul Boom digs into the core of the human experience: creativity, spirituality and psychology. Bringing to the conversation some of the most brilliant and heart-felt artists, thinkers and doers, Soul Boom guides the listener toward transformation on both a personal and societal level. Also, laughs.
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Is Society Losing Its Soul? Nadia Bolz-Weber on...
Rainn Wilson and Nadia Bolz-Weber dive deep into faith, grace, community, and why modern life’s obsession with comfort and convenience might be making us more lost than ever.
60 min
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Alex O'Connor Explores the Mysteries of God
Alex O’Connor (Cosmic Skeptic) and Rainn Wilson discuss the Bible’s fascination for an atheist, the mystery of consciousness, and the philosophical challenge of belief in God.
69 min
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U.S. Surgeon General's Final Prescription: A Pa...
Dr. Vivek Murthy and Rainn Wilson delve into the loneliness epidemic, social media's impact, and the path to fulfillment through relationships, purpose, and service.
82 min
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Why Are We All Sick? Healing From the Modern He...
Dr. Rangan Chatterjee joins Rainn Wilson to unpack anxiety, healing, and the transformative power of small daily habits and compassion in a chaotic world.
92 min
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Shadow Work: An Idiot's Guide (w/ Keila Shaheen)
Rainn Wilson and Keila Shaheen discuss the transformative power of shadow work, generational healing, and the intersection of mental health and spirituality.
59 min
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Bobbi Althoff: Breaking Generational Cycles, Mo...
Influencer Bobbi Althoff opens up in a vulnerable and heavy interview to Rainn Wilson about her struggles with depression and suicidal ideation.
72 min
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The Edge of Death: Exploring Mortality w/ Sebas...
Journalist Sebastian Junger shares his near-death experience and explores how it transformed his views on mortality, spirituality, and the human connection.
83 min
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Shabbat Explained: The Secret to Sacred Rest (w...
Discover how ancient Jewish wisdom and spiritual values can guide us to joy, courage, and healing in today’s chaotic world, with guest Rabbi Susan Goldberg.
56 min
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Penn Badgley Returns to Redefine What Faith Tru...
Actor Penn Badgley returns and opens up to Rainn Wilson about fame, faith, and how his spiritual journey helped him find peace amidst the chaos of Hollywood.
54 min
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Dopamine Detox: Ending Isolation, Together w/ A...
bestselling author Alex Banayan joins Rainn Wilson to discuss how pain, isolation, and the mental health crisis shape our spiritual growth and what we can do to build a more connected, hopeful future.
52 min
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Justice Denied: How Jerome Dixon Survived a Wro...
Jerome Dixon shares his powerful story of wrongful imprisonment, resilience, and advocacy for juvenile justice reform with Rainn Wilson on Soul Boom.
64 min
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[Rerun] Serj Tankian, How Can Music Change the ...
Serj Tankian (System of a Down) and Rainn Wilson delve into the profound impact of music on the human spirit, exploring its potential to inspire change and connect deeply with our innermost selves.
72 min
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Andrew Yang: Let's Ditch Our Political Parties
Andrew Yang joins Rainn Wilson explore the broken American political system, possible reforms, and how ranked-choice voting, grassroots efforts, and digital democracy could reshape the future.
64 min
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Penn Badgley & Dr. Nura, Are We Confusing 'YOU'...
Actor Penn Badgley and therapist Dr. Nura Mowzoon join Rainn Wilson to discuss how media distorts love, why people mistake conflict for passion, and the societal impact of these romantic misconceptions.
56 min
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Listen Now: Rainn Wilson on Man Enough w/ Justi...
This week, listen to Rainn Wilson on Justin Baldoni's podcast, Man Enough!
67 min
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Justin Baldoni's Journey to Spiritual Resilience
Justin Baldoni discusses masculinity, spirituality, vulnerability, and the power of service in shaping personal growth and creative purpose on the Soul Boom podcast with Rainn Wilson.
67 min
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Listen Now: Rainn Wilson on Everything Happens ...
Duke Professor Kate Bowler, a cancer survivor, and Rainn Wilson discuss the limitations of self-help and the need for a spiritual revolution to cultivate virtues that sustain a meaningful life beyond superficial trends like bubble baths and cold plunges.
54 min
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Gurudev: Does World Peace Start in the Heart? w...
Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar joins Rainn Wilson to discuss the transformative power of spirituality, meditation, and breathwork in relieving anxiety, overcoming victimhood, and fostering global peace.
61 min
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Turning Trauma into Olympic Glory w/ Alexi Pappas
Olympian Alexi Pappas shares her journey from childhood trauma to Olympic success, discussing resilience, post-Olympic depression, and the healing power of visualization.
60 min
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Valarie Kaur: How Can Love Drive Justice?
Valarie Kaur and Rainn Wilson discuss revolutionary love, Sikh teachings, and how love can drive social transformation and heal divisions in society.
57 min
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Death and How to Live It: Death Doula, Alua Arthur
Rainn Wilson and death doula Alua Arthur discuss how embracing mortality can bring clarity and deeper meaning to life in this transformative episode.
56 min
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Dr. Lisa Miller: Will Gen Z Spark a Spiritual R...
Dr. Lisa Miller discusses the science of spirituality, Gen Z’s spiritual journey, and how our brains may be hardwired to receive consciousness and heal through spiritual practices.
64 min
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Father Greg Boyle: Can a Tender God Ignite Soci...
Father Greg Boyle discusses with Rainn Wilson how spirituality and a vision of unshakable goodness can heal and transform society, in this thought-provoking episode of Soul Boom.
51 min
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Bryan Cranston (Part 2): Is 'Breaking Bad' a Mi...
Bryan Cranston and Rainn Wilson explore Walter White's moral descent in Breaking Bad and the broader implications of anti-heroes in modern storytelling.
49 min
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Bryan Cranston (Part 1): Breaking Open a Character
Bryan Cranston (Your Honor, Breaking Bad) joins Rainn Wilson to delve into their long acting careers, being known for their characters and the moral complexities of Breaking Bad's Walter White, exploring themes of ambition, redemption, and ego.
48 min