Searching for Goodness Podcast

In this deeply moving episode, we welcome Bessy and Trish from Safe Passage Heals, a nonprofit organization devoted to helping survivors of domestic violence reclaim their lives with dignity and hope. Through open and honest conversation, we explore the power of faith, patience, and resilience in the healing journey.

Trish shares the story behind her inspiring book, Mind of Steele, and how writing became a tool for empowerment. We also reflect on the significance of:

🟣 The color purple and Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Whether you’re a survivor, supporter, or someone seeking deeper insight into healing and hope, this conversation offers wisdom, encouragement, and a reminder that you are not alone.

🔔 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode to help spread awareness and hope.

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We had the pleasure of welcoming musician Kirsten C. Kunkle to the fifteenth episode of season two. Kirsten is a leading Native American soprano in the classical music world. In our conversation, she shares her insights on goodness, environmental issues, and the pursuit of peace.

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In this episode, I’m buzzing with excitement to introduce Carrie Diazzz, a passionate beekeeper and founder of Hive and Hanger. We talk about the incredible role bees play in our ecosystem, the environmental challenges they face and how their spirit inspires us to spread goodness in the world.

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 Credits:

Cinematography & Opening Titles Edit – Barry McDaniel

Host/Director/Creator – Bessy Adut

Producer – Armin Nasseri

Special Thanks – Hive and Hanger

We were honored to have actor and stand up comedian Bob Golub as our guest in season two, episode thirteen Conquer With Love. Bob Golub has been in the entertainment industry for over 40 years. He is best known for his role in Goodfellas, Art School Confidential and many more. In this episode, Armin and Bob talk about the meaning of goodness, the environment, father and son relationships as well as the importance of laughter. We hope you enjoy this episode Conquer With Love!

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We had the pleasure of having poet, DJ and stand up comedian Gimel Hooper in our twelfth episode Love Thy Neighbor of season two. Gimel is the co-founder of Da Poetry Lounge located in Los Angeles, California. In this episode, Armin and Gimel talk about the meaning of goodness, environmental issues, the beauty of poetry, love thy neighbor and sense of humor. We hope you enjoy this episode Love Thy Neighbor.

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We had the incredible honor of having American actress Mindy Sterling as our guest in our eleventh episode Finding Joy of season two. Mindy Sterling has been in the entertainment industry for 40 years. She is best known for her role in the Austin Powers Trilogy, How The Grinch Stole Christmas, The Goldbergs and many more. In this episode, Mindy and Bessy talk about the meaning of goodness, the environment, parenting animals as well as talking about birds and sense of humor. We hope you enjoy this episode Finding Joy.

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In this episode, we celebrate Children's Day with student, model and animal lover Rumi Blaney. Rumi is Armin Nasseri's cousin. Armin and Rumi talk about goodness, respecting your parents and protecting the animals. Enjoy the 10th episode Finding Innocence.

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Searching for Goodness has dropped its ninth episode of the second season titled "Finding Transcendental Meditation." In this episode hosted by Bessy Adut, we had the pleasure of having Transcendental Meditation teacher Emily Fitz Randolph. Emily is the co-director of the Los Angeles TM Program: Santa Monica/West LA & Los Feliz Regional Director, West Coast & Mountain States. Transcendental Meditation is also partnered with the David Lynch Institute and the late David Lynch was a champion of Transcendental Meditation. Emily talks about Maharishi Mahesh Yogi, the creator of Transcendental Meditation and how celebrities such as the Beatles got involved with it. Emily and Bessy discuss the Golden Rule, Oneness as well as goodness, meditation, first responders, science and spirituality.

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We’re excited to share two original songs made just for Searching for Goodness by SelfControl:

“Warriors Of Goodness" (Intro) and “Goodness Will Win” (Outro/Credits).

This marks a big moment for our show’s theme music!

Hear the story behind the collaboration in Season 2, Episode 8.

These are the only times we’ll feature the full songs.

 So enjoy, and stay tuned!

“This is the Sound of Goodness.”

Available now in Season 2, Episode 8

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Searching for Goodness has dropped its seventh episode of the second season titled "Finding Coincidences." In this episode hosted by Bessy Adut, we had the honor of having writer and stand up comedian Wendy Liebman as our guest. This is one of our most proudly presented episodes.

Wendy has been doing stand up comedy for 40 years.

Bessy and Wendy talk about many coincidences along with goodness, peace and laughter. Talking about coincidences start with a color green which is explained in the episode. So you gotta watch to find out. Furthermore, there's a fun trivia regarding Wendy's husband Jeffrey Sherman. Jeffrey's father wrote the song "It's A Small World (After All)." What a coincidence! For the bit, you gotta listen till the end. :)

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And a shout out to #Wespark #seedsofpeace