For 25 years, John Sweeney has been changing human behavior as a Keynote Speaker within the biggest businesses in the world, including Microsoft, Target, Hilton, United Health Group, General Mills, Facebook, Apple, and Bank First. He has shared the stage with George Bush, Sr., Deepak Chopra, Betty White, Steve Ballmer, and Mark Zuckerberg. Sweeney has written four books. A quote from Sweeney, taken from the book Innovation at the Speed of Laughter: 8 Secrets to World Class Idea Generation , appe...
May 02, 2024•47 min
One of our favorite kindness storytellers, Neal Foard joins us. We have been following Neal's messages on a variety of platforms and we were fortunate to land Neal as a guest. Sincerely great person making a difference in our world. Great get, Steve (our cold caller.) ;)
Apr 18, 2024•49 min
Remember when the 18-wheeler drove into the peaceful protesters on the 35W Bridge. Our guest, Miles, not only witnessed the incident, but played a central role in saving the driver some serious injury or worse. Welcome to the Courage Chronicles.
Apr 10, 2024•34 min
Author and Advocate, Jennifer Gasner, shares her journey with Friedrich's Ataxia and a chance encounter with a very generous Dave Matthews
Apr 03, 2024•40 min
No guests. More Random Chatter. Happy Easter!
Mar 29, 2024•28 min
No Guest today. We catch up on" important" matters.
Mar 27, 2024•29 min
Irishman Michael Dempsey joins us again to discuss the significance of St. Patrick's Day and how it seems to be just about the only universally accepted cultural celebration that hasn't fallen victim to challenges of cultural appropriation.
Mar 17, 2024•30 min
It is pretty simple...cancel culture is real. We believe the solution is simply offering kindness and grace. Our friend, and loyal listener, Michael Dempsey joins us in studio for this interesting subject.
Mar 12, 2024•39 min
It's the most wonderful time of the year for hockey fans.
Mar 06, 2024•46 min
Dolly Parton once said, "You Can't Fail at Being Yourself." Make yourself the best version possible. That is what Civility School is all about.
Feb 28, 2024•46 min
Burnsville native, KG and John discuss the tragic deaths of the Burnsville Police Officers and Paramedic. Our pal, Steve is on assignment.
Feb 21, 2024•28 min
Another crew of Galentine's celebrants share their stories.
Feb 15, 2024•1 hr
KG in Vegas, Steve in Mexico, John in North Minneapolis retrieving his stolen car. A big, fun week for 2/3 of the KC Crew. Also, "Galentine's Day!" It is an annual event. Some lovely stories of kindness from which we can all learn and be inspired. Enjoy.
Feb 14, 2024•49 min
That says it all. We also visit with The Prepared, Bob Lawrence.
Jan 31, 2024•51 min
Our buddy, Steve, is on assignment, so we decided to run the episode that introduced there KC to the Red-Pants Rock Star, Steve Brown. It also introduced KC to (Johnny) Clueless Nation. Back next week with a new "Galentine's" episode.
Jan 29, 2024•28 min
Busy week for KC Crew. Travel and Work commitments. If you haven't heard our first show (Pre-Steve Brown), please give it a listen.
Jan 29, 2024•29 min
This week we discuss all things Canvas Health with Julia Yach, Director of Development and bunch of other stuff at Canvas. Canvas has 35 programs that provide support to people of all ages. We discuss their programs in the mental health space and a unique Embedded Social Worker Program with the Columbia Heights Police Department.
Jan 23, 2024•45 min
PTATC Event Coordinator, Lisa Mushett and past "participant," Josh Anderson discuss the exceptionally successful Tennis event that benefits Children's Minnesota Hospital and a variety of other great causes.
Jan 17, 2024•51 min
WHAT. A. GUY. They don't get much better than this one. We visit with Former Golden Gopher Football player, Casey O'Brien. "Impressive,..Inspiring...Important." There really are not words to describe how much Casey's story touched us. Grab a tissue. We did.
Jan 12, 2024•34 min
We visit with members of the Boime Family who have experienced the joys of working in the special education field. We also check in with KG and the Gorg Girls...heading to a movie.
Dec 27, 2023•40 min
This one went a bit long. We catch ups with KG and the surging Minnesota Wild. KG provides a hotel review. We apologize to theHM class of 87 and connect again with recently retired St. Paul Police Sergeant, Mike McGinn. Pack a lunch for this one.
Dec 07, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Timing is everything. The enthusiasm we have for the Vikings may have been a bit premature, as this was recorded a couple weeks ago. Give it a listen and enjoy the irony of some of the excitement.
Nov 30, 2023•31 min
This week we invite two of the "great guys" from our Hill Murray High School days..Mike McGinn and Tony Yocum. Turns out, one is a legit super-hero and the other one prayed for cold weather. Cold weather that ultimately led to extraordinary generosity.. These two guys are the embodiment of "Kindness Chronicles."
Nov 22, 2023•1 hr 4 min
We decided to replay one of our favorites this week. Scheduling conflicts and technical challenges also contributed to our decision to go with a "Best of KC."
Nov 09, 2023•46 min
We've had some cool guests over the years...this one is FOR SURE the Grooviest. Musician/Rock Star, Willie Wisely and Misha from Open Arms MN discuss the First Annual "Show of Thanks," scheduled for Sunday, November 19 at the Granada Theater in Uptown Minneapolis
Nov 02, 2023•35 min
Maybe things are BETTER than it seems. We explore the Positivity Chronicles with an entertaining, "Glass-is-Hal- Full-Guy," Jack Stahlmann. Impactful Keynote Speaker Social Media Recluse, Ex-Huffpost-er and Generally an Expert at Making Meetings Less Boring.
Oct 25, 2023•38 min
A Kindness Chronicles salute to one of the good guys from our community. It has been 10 years since we lost an incredible storyteller, Author Vince Flynn. More notably, we lost a really kind person. We visit with Vince's roommate, College of St. Thomas friend and teammate, JB Lloyd. We realize that Vince had a lot of really good friends. Many closer friends. We were all just fortunate that Vince consistently treated us with a kindness that made us feel like we mattered to him. .
Oct 13, 2023•41 min
We spend a little time on the scariest of topics...politics and address some of the lighter side of the season...halloween candy!
Oct 09, 2023•31 min
We review the latest in the sporting world...which was a lot of fun for Steve.
Oct 04, 2023•30 min
Our Avid Listener (we have one!) shares some notes about the program and quickly endears himself to the KC Crew.
Sep 21, 2023•45 min
