There is always

blue sky above

sometimes you just have to get your head above the clouds to see it.

A podcast meant to inspire people with an optimistic

and hopeful vision of the world and our future.

Ep 112: Back to School Edition of ”A Bit of Blue Sky”

On Deck:
Nicole Stott, Sep 10

  • Marcy Syms on Her New Book and “Not Letting the Bad Guys Win”

    Ep. 111

    Marcy Syms on Her New Book and “Not Letting the Bad Guys Win”

    Marcy Syms has led a remarkable life, full of triumphs and tragedies. Through a discussion of her new book, Leading With Respect: Adventures of an Off-Price Fashion Pioneer host Bill Burke and Marcy cover subjects ranging from Marcy’s upbringing, to overcoming bigotry and bullying in high school, to running her father’s company and keeping it on track through the loss of two of her siblings… More

  • Mike Goodwin on the Power of Humor and “The Comedian’s Mindset”

    Ep. 110

    Mike Goodwin on the Power of Humor and “The Comedian’s Mindset”

    Mike Goodwin grew up with a difficult and volatile father. As a child, he decided that one way he could help his mom would be to help make her laugh. He soon realized he had a talent for humor but it wasn’t until after time in the US Army and a career in higher education that Mike made comedy his career… More

  • Kristine Michie on Stirring Up Impactful Change Through Joy and Optimism

    Ep. 109

    Kristine Michie on Stirring Up Impactful Change Through Joy and Optimism

    In this Blue Sky conversation, Kristine Michie describes her patch to a career marked by sparking joy in people and organizations to facilitate positive and impactful change… More

  •   Bill Burke reflects on an idea presented by Niren Chaudhary in episode 107. Niren described curiosity and resilience as two master skills required to successfully run

    Ep. 108

    Curiosity + Resilience: A Formula for Optimism

    Bill Burke reflects on an idea presented by Niren Chaudhary in episode 107. Niren described curiosity and resilience as two master skills required to successfully run the marathon of life… More

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