Kind World

Latest Episodes:

Encore: A Teacher's Aid Jul 23, 2020

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When Jenn Carson found out her father was a serial killer, she began to think she was doomed to follow a dark path. But then she met a teacher who helped her change her life forever through simple acts of kindness

The Surprising Benefits Of Raising Kind Kids Jul 20, 2020

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Adam Grant, organizational psychologist at UPenn, says kids who are taught kindness and caring at an earlier age may be more likely to succeed as adults.

Encore: A Connecting Flight Jul 17, 2020

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A chance meeting between a school volunteer and a Marine leads to a slew of unexpected acts of kindness.

Plus, how small gifts and tokens from neighbors helped a mother and daughter as the young girl struggled with a mysterious illness.

Feeling Lonely? You're Not Alone. Jul 13, 2020

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Former U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy shares with us the startling effects of chronic loneliness and how we can combat this public health crisis -- even in a socially distant world.

Encore: Love For The Least Loved Jul 09, 2020

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A man confronts his dark past and a random act of kindness that led to a 20-year philosophy.

Have More Meaningful Gatherings, Even During COVID Jul 06, 2020

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Priya Parker is an expert on gatherings. She gives us tips on creating deeper social bonds and more collective meaning through our get-togethers.

A Chosen Family Jul 02, 2020

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Six years after their story, "A Second Mother To Me," originally aired on Kind World, we catch up with Michael Tambone and Frances Schmitz to talk about the importance and power of a "chosen family."

Kindness In Your World Jun 29, 2020

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Our listeners share profound acts of kindness they've experienced throughout their lives, including how kind acts propelled a woman out of homelessness.

Encore: Stuck In Transit Jun 25, 2020

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A man became stuck at an airport for 7 months and his only source of hope was a determined stranger. PLUS how a small town helped a family of refugees rebuild their chocolate empire.

A Serving Of Compassion Jun 22, 2020

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Irene Li, the celebrated chef of Boston's Mei Mei, discusses her commitment to helping mom-and-pop restaurants and immigrant families survive during the pandemic.

Plus, how a longtime customer helped a Los Angeles restaurant owner keep his business afloat as his sales plummet due to coronavirus.