Let’s talk Kindness!
Welcome to the Kindness Rising Podcast.
My goal in doing this podcast is to inspire you in living a life that flourishes and is grounded in kindness. I’ve finally decided to start this podcast because over the last 10-15 years of my life I’ve had some of the most inspiring, eye-opening, heart-opening, mind-opening and life-changing conversations with people. And each time I do, my thought has been, “Oh my god, I wish I was recording this right now! What this person is saying (and how we are interacting together) is such a gift and I don’t want to keep it just to myself. I want others to meet this person, hear what they have to say and be challenged and/or inspired too!”
You’re gonna meet some of my long-time friends, new friends and people I’m just getting to know and want to know better. They’re going to say things that you’ll react to: tears, laughter, confusion, frustration, agreement, doubt, disagree with and more. Perfect. Let’s do this!
Don’t give up on me or this podcast. It’s real and we are on this journey together. I promise to keep things real, honest, interesting (I hope) and always committed to the goal of benefitting our lives and making our world a better place for us and for the generations to come.
Listen, engage with us, provide feedback and questions and consider supporting it with your finances. We need all of these things and you’re gonna feel more invested and part of it if you participate. I hope you do!
-Keith
Listen to our Introductory Episode to find out more.
Sohail Shakeri is a Harvard-trained philosopher, theologian, healer, author, and business consultant. His first book entitled “How Did We Get Here?” is about the religious and philosophical roots of the crisis of our dying global civilization, published by Universal Publishers. He has written articles on mythology, religious movements and the nature of education and taught Humanities, Philosophy and Religion at both the College and University level.
His main interests lie in uncovering the essential truths lying behind our mainstream cultural narratives from a foundation of love and consciousness. For more information about Sohail’s work you can find him on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube under the name, the Star of Sohail.
Patrick Moran is a 23-year video game Director and Producer, and start-up Founder. His games have been played by over 200 million people and generated over $3 billion dollars of revenue. His dozens of game credits include Mass Effect 2 & 3, the most critically acclaimed video game in EA's history.
His previous companies include Amazon and Disney. As CEO of his most recent start-up, Applause, a two-way live experience platform for creators, he is exploring the intersection of live streaming, web3, and gamification, he is exploring community-building via live two-way video and interactions.
Born in Caracas, Venezuela, the son of missionaries who moved regularly between Venezuela, Texas, and Canada, he is an unlikely self-taught technology entrepreneur and leader of organizations. Today, he finds himself fundraising from the biggest names in venture capital, responsible for potential billion dollar plus outcomes, and navigating the often toxic and aggressive world of silicon valley, while doing his best to maintain his values of service, confident humility, sincerity, and, of course, kindness.
Enjoy this very special episode of The Kindness Rising Podcast. Recorded live at our International Kindness Day Celebration on November 13! We had a great night spreading kindness within our community which included free coffee, cookies, and music.
We also held a panel consisting of 3 local community leaders discussing their projects, and how kindness impacts their endeavors. Panelists included Yoli Origel from Cancer Kinship, Reina Cuthill from Trellis, and KiRi’s own Brandon Blanks.
Happy Belated International Kindness Day! Special Thanks to Moongoat Coffee, D.C.R. Pollock, The Cookie Branch, Broken Twill Trading and Minor Figures for all of their love and support.
Regan Copeland, Keith’s long-time friend joins the podcast to discuss her experience caring for her mother on her journey with dementia from diagnosis to hospice.
Regan is a Florist, event planner, mother of 5 and Grandma of 2. She was kind and brave enough to share the challenges, humor, and gifts that come with caring for a parent during the last stage of her life.
Alix Page is the real deal! A singer-songwriter who is a shining light of the indy-pop scene. Blessing all of us with her catchy, delicate, vulnerable, and fun music.
She is not only a superstar frontwoman with perfect pitch, but she’s also Keith’s daughter. How cute is that! We all sat down and discussed the joys and challenges of building a career as a young musician in the age of streaming and social media.
You can connect with Alix on IG + Twitter @alixxpage, Tiktok @alexrage, or www.alixpage.com
Olivia Bareham is the Death Midwife. A pioneer in the field of home based death care, she believes that her purpose in this life is to change the culture around death and dying from fear to love.
She is the founder and owner of Sacred Crossings Mortuary that specializes in alternative funeral services and burials. Olivia also teaches students from all over the planet the art and gift of death midwifery, so that they may facilitate the death of their own loved ones.
If you have any questions about death and dying; about a loved-one’s journey or personal inquiries about trainings please write: Olivia@sacredcrossings.com
Joe S. Cole is a man who lives everything he does with an “all-in attitude.” A southern California native, Joe recently became one of only 600 people to successfully swim the Catalina Channel; a 20 miles swim.
He is a marathon swimmer, hospice chaplain, and father of four. No longer in christian ministry, he now helps families celebrate and grieve their loved ones, performing over 130 funerals a year.
Joe is no stranger to death, while still maintaining a vibrant passion for life lived to its fullest. You can connect with Joe at www.joescole.com
Mykah Wilson is one of the two inspiring owners and founders of Luv Collective; a coffee shop a stone’s throw from the ocean at the northern edge of Huntington Beach. The only LGBTQ coffee shop in the city, Luv Collective is dedicated to fostering an environment that is safe and inclusive for all people.
Mykah is a proud Texan, college volleyball superstar and a sweetheart with a sweet spot for people who wish to feel comfortable and safe being exactly who they truly are.
Luv Collective is located at 16182 Pacific Coast Hwy Huntington Beach, CA 92648 and you can contact her anytime at mykah@luvcoffeeroasters.com + luvcollective.org
Buzzy Ennis is a gentleman with a big heart and long colorful acrylic nails. A husband, father, and former pastor, Buzzy now spends his days raising his kids, taking care of his pig, and making hilarious and vulnerable TikTok videos.
With over 180k followers, Buzzy has created a community where he and others who might otherwise feel alone, isolated, and unseen, can have a place to be acknowledged, supported, and loved.
Buzzy would love to connect with you on TikTok @buzzfunk or IG @buzzyfunk
Ian DiOrio is a Clinical Spiritual Counselor with over 18 years of delivering key support and spiritual care across hospice companies, churches, business, and health care organizations. He has a Doctor of Ministry from Azusa Pacific University, a former church planting pastor, a prodigy DJ of the underground rave scene of the 90's, and now an inspirational hip-hop artist.
Ian has a vast and lightning fast mind along with ten lifetimes' worth of wild stories. He's a true believer in the power of passion, drive, motivation, and achieving one's dreams. Connect with him on LinkedIn
Arlis Reynolds is the current City Council Member for Costa Mesa’s District 5. She is finishing off the fourth year of her first term along with running for re-election this November.
A Costa Mesa native, she lives, breathes, bikes and walks the city that she loves. She is an environmentally passionate engineer who spent the last decade helping secure Banning Ranch into the public trust to be transformed into a community park and ecological sanctuary.
Arlis aims to improve and innovate communication between her and her constituents, so if you’d like to reach out to her, she’d love to hear from you. Connect with her at www.Arlis4costamesa.com, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook
Brandon Blanks is a writer, filmmaker, visual artist, meditation teacher, standup comedian, and coffee shop philosopher.
You can see him perform at and host the KiRi Open mic at…
Moongoat Coffee Roasters 1985 Placentia Ave. Costa Mesa CA 92627 Every Friday from 6-10PM
He also teaches a weekly meditation class “Kindfulness Meditation”
Keith Page is a serial entrepreneur committed to inspiring, equipping and resourcing people to live lives that flourish, are grounded in kindness and aimed at doing good in the world.
As a graduate of Vanguard University and now a longtime Costa Mesa resident, Keith can be found at both Kean Coffee and MoonGoat Coffee on a regular basis.
Keith pays the bills and sows seeds of kindness in his roles of funeral celebrant, hospice chaplain, end-of-life guide (death doula), and personal coach & trusted advisor to people near and far.