Swipe Right for Spiritual Growth: The Dating App for Your Soul

In this episode of Lead with AI, Dr. Tamara Nall speaks with Tom Fitzsimmons, co-founder of ByWay App, an AI-powered platform connecting people with spiritual guidance. Tom shares his journey from experiencing abuse within religious orders to building tech that helps people find meaning through genuine human connection. ByWay aims to revolutionize spiritual guidance by using AI to match seekers with guides quickly, whether they're Christian, atheist, or from any faith tradition. The conversation explores how technology can create bridges to community rather than isolation, with Tom explaining why he believes "the church is a hospital for broken people." Dr. Nall and Tom examine the balance between digital convenience and authentic spiritual growth, discussing how AI might serve as a tool for deeper human connection in an increasingly disconnected world. The episode offers a fresh perspective on how technology and spirituality might evolve together, challenging listeners to consider what role AI could play in their own search for meaning.