No Small Endeavor with Lee C. Camp

In a candid conversation, Rainn Wilson—best known as Dwight Schrute from The Office and author of Soul Boom—discusses the crucial role of spirituality in a fractured world. He shares personal experiences with faith, mental health, and the need for a unified spiritual vocabulary. Wilson also explores how attitudes toward death and truth can enrich our lives, emphasizing the importance of community and compassion over consumerist spirituality. With humor and depth, he advocates for joy and connection amidst life's chaos.

Rainn Wilson, beloved for his role as Dwight Schrute on The Office, dives deep into spirituality and its relevance in today's divided world. He shares his journey from comedy to spiritual awakening through his book 'Soul Boom,' discussing faith, personal struggles, and the need for a spiritual revolution. Wilson explores the intersection of faith and authenticity in Hollywood, challenges societal views on mortality, and emphasizes joy as a conscious choice, inviting listeners to rethink community and shared values among world religions.

In this engaging discussion, Marisa Franco, a New York Times bestselling author and friendship expert, emphasizes the critical importance of friendship for overall well-being. She reveals startling research showing loneliness's harmful effects, likening it to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Franco shares insights into the 'liking gap'—how we often underestimate others' appreciation—and offers practical advice on cultivating meaningful connections. She explores the nuances of vulnerability in relationships, as well as the changing dynamics of male friendships, encouraging listeners to embrace bravery in building new bonds.

Marisa Franco, a psychologist and author of the bestseller "Platonic," explores the vital role friendship plays in well-being. She highlights that loneliness can be as harmful as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Franco provides actionable tips for making and sustaining friendships, emphasizing the importance of vulnerability and authenticity. She discusses attachment theory and its influence on adult relationships, while also addressing how to manage anger and foster intimacy among friends. Listeners will gain insights into rekindling and deepening their connections.

Drew Holcomb, the singer-songwriter known for his storytelling, delves into the layers of life in a captivating chat. He emphasizes that the scarcity of life fuels our urgency for love and justice. His new album, 'Memory Bank,' reflects on personal experiences and the value of memories over material wealth, inspired by his father's wisdom. Drew also navigates the complexities of grief intertwined with faith, and he shares insights on maintaining authenticity in an industry often at odds with creativity. Excitement brews for an upcoming tour with Malcolm Gladwell.

Drew Holcomb, a renowned singer-songwriter and frontman for Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors, shares his insight on finding value in life's fleeting moments. He reflects on the idea that memories are more valuable than material wealth, inspired by his father's words about the 'memory bank.' The conversation delves into coping with loss, the transformative power of creativity, and the importance of love and connections in the face of mortality. Excitement builds as Drew and Lee gear up for their upcoming tour, promising a blend of music, personal storytelling, and meaningful experiences.

Jacques Pépin, a celebrated chef known for his culinary expertise and collaborations with Julia Child, reflects on the profound role food plays in connecting people. He shares personal stories from his childhood in war-torn France, illustrating how sensory experiences with meals foster memories of home. Jacques discusses his journey from an ambitious apprentice to an innovative culinary leader in America, emphasizing food as a unifying force that transcends barriers. His insights invite listeners to appreciate the joy and community found in shared dining experiences.

“Food is the great equalizer.” This is the mantra that has fueled the career of Jacques Pépin, who is respected as one of the finest chefs in the world. It has led him to cook for presidents and in world-class restaurants, and inspired him to write over thirty books. In this episode, he explains the role food plays in a flourishing life, describing how it breaks down barriers, builds community, and recalls us to ourselves, all while describing his own journey from a small French village to international culinary fame.Show Notes Resources: Jacques’s website “The French Chef” SNL sketch “La Technique” by Jacques Pépin  Similar NSE episodes: Ben Cohen: Peace, Justice, Ice Cream Malcolm Gladwell: Becoming Malcolm Peter Harris and Jo Swinney: A Place at the Table PDF of Lee's Interview Notes Transcription Link Want more NSE? JOIN NSE+ Today! Our subscriber only community with bonus episodes designed specifically to help you live a good life, ad-free listening, and discounts on live shows Great Feeling Studios, the team behind No Small Endeavor and other award-winning podcasts, helps nonprofits and brands tell stories that inspire action. If your organization has a message that deserves to be heard, start your podcast at helpmemakeapodcast.com. Subscribe to episodes: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Google | YouTubeFollow Us: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTubeFollow Lee: Instagram | TwitterJoin our Email List: nosmallendeavor.com See Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy Amazon Affiliate Disclosure: Tokens Media, LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com. Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

This is our unabridged interview with Francis Collins. Francis Collins has led some of the most significant scientific initiatives of our time, including the Human Genome Project and the National Institutes of Health under three U.S. presidents. In his new book, The Road to Wisdom, Collins grapples with the erosion of public trust in science, the polarization of society, and the challenge of discerning truth in the modern age. In this conversation, Collins shares insights from his experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, his journey from atheism to Christian faith, and the importance of humility in the pursuit of knowledge. He reflects on his unlikely friendship with the late atheist Christopher Hitchens, the philosophical roots of truth skepticism, and the need for genuine dialogue across divides. Join us as we explore how wisdom, truth, science, and faith intersect—and why curiosity and compassion might just be the antidote to our age of distrust. Show Notes Resources: "The Road to Wisdom" by Francis Collins  Similar NSE episodes: Quincy Byrdsong: Tuskegee, Healthcare, Justice Jennifer Wiseman: How Science Produces Wonder David Wilkinson: The (Not Really) War Between Science and Faith Rachel Held Evans, Francis Collins, and Ed Larson: Faith, Science, Humility PDF of Lee's Interview Notes Transcript of Abridged Episode  Want more NSE? JOIN NSE+ Today! Our subscriber only community with bonus episodes designed specifically to help you live a good life, ad-free listening, and discounts on live shows Great Feeling Studios, the team behind No Small Endeavor and other award-winning podcasts, helps nonprofits and brands tell stories that inspire action. If your organization has a message that deserves to be heard, start your podcast at helpmemakeapodcast.com. Subscribe to episodes: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Google | YouTubeFollow Us: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTubeFollow Lee: Instagram | TwitterJoin our Email List: nosmallendeavor.com See Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy Amazon Affiliate Disclosure: Tokens Media, LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn adverti… Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Francis Collins has led some of the most significant scientific initiatives of our time, including the Human Genome Project and the National Institutes of Health under three U.S. presidents. In his new book, The Road to Wisdom, Collins grapples with the erosion of public trust in science, the polarization of society, and the challenge of discerning truth in the modern age. In this conversation, Collins shares insights from his experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic, his journey from atheism to Christian faith, and the importance of humility in the pursuit of knowledge. He reflects on his unlikely friendship with the late atheist Christopher Hitchens, the philosophical roots of truth skepticism, and the need for genuine dialogue across divides. Join us as we explore how wisdom, truth, science, and faith intersect—and why curiosity and compassion might just be the antidote to our age of distrust. Show Notes Resources: "The Road to Wisdom" by Francis Collins Similar NSE episodes: Quincy Byrdsong: Tuskegee, Healthcare, Justice Jennifer Wiseman: How Science Produces Wonder David Wilkinson: The (Not Really) War Between Science and Faith Rachel Held Evans, Francis Collins, and Ed Larson: Faith, Science, Humility PDF of Lee's Interview Notes Transcription Link Want more NSE? JOIN NSE+ Today! Our subscriber only community with bonus episodes designed specifically to help you live a good life, ad-free listening, and discounts on live shows Great Feeling Studios, the team behind No Small Endeavor and other award-winning podcasts, helps nonprofits and brands tell stories that inspire action. If your organization has a message that deserves to be heard, start your podcast at helpmemakeapodcast.com. Subscribe to episodes: Apple | Spotify | Amazon | Google | YouTubeFollow Us: Instagram | Twitter | Facebook | YouTubeFollow Lee: Instagram | TwitterJoin our Email List: nosmallendeavor.com See Privacy Policy: Privacy Policy Amazon Affiliate Disclosure: Tokens Media, LLC is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sit… Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices