Find Your Spark

“FIND YOUR SPARK” is a podcast that uncovers real-life stories about discovering and embracing your SPARK—even in the middle of a busy, messy life. Hosted weekly by Brooke Wheeldon-Reece, President & CEO of The SPARK Initiative, and Chad Hudson, this show brings a fresh and authentic perspective on life, growth, and impact.Each episode features heartfelt conversations as Brooke and Chad explore topics like family, mental health, personal development, running a nonprofit, and the transformative work of The SPARK Initiative. With a mix of honesty, humor, and deep insight, they create a space for meaningful dialogue—capturing the raw, unfiltered experience of being human while navigating life’s challenges and striving to make the world a better place.

Find Your Spark is a education podcast hosted by The SPARK Initiative, with 276 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

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  Find Your Spark

  279: Celebrating the Leo Season!

  Aug 18, 202643 min

  This week, we're doing something a little different and a lot more personal. Brooke and Nicole are celebrating their August birthdays in true Leo fashion. In this episode, the two co-hosts reflect on what it means to be born in the sign of the lion: natural leaders, fiercely loyal, endlessly passionate about the people they serve and an almost stubborn refusal to give up on those they believe in. But no birthday is complete without a little reflection. This conversation goes somewhere real - Brooke and Nicole open up about how much they've each grown professionally and personally since starting at SPARK in their younger years. They each share something they would share with their younger selves - the advice they needed before they had the words for it, and the kind of love that comes from living it. Whether you're a fellow Leo, a late-summer birthday twin, or just someone who loves watching people grow into who they were always meant to be - this one's for you.

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  278: National Non-Profit Day

  Aug 11, 202623 min

  In honor of National Non-Profit Day on August 17, Chad sits down with special guest Nicole Wilson, SPARK's Special Initiatives Manager, for a conversation about the heart behind nonprofit work. Nicole has been with SPARK for a decade, spending those years leading community initiatives and gaining a firsthand understanding of what it takes to serve others well. Together, Chad and Nicole dig into why nonprofit work deserves recognition, from the everyday dedication behind the scenes to the lasting impact felt by the communities SPARK serves. It's a heartfelt look at what keeps people committed to this work year after year, and why days like this one matter. Whether you're part of the nonprofit world yourself or simply curious about what drives it, this episode offers a genuine, insider perspective worth hearing. Want to be part of the impact? Support The SPARK Initiative today: https://www.thesparkinitiative.com/ways-to-give

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  277: International Youth Day

  Aug 4, 20269 min

  In this episode, Shawn hands over the mic for a rapid-fire Q&A with Carter Reece, one of Brooke's kiddos, age 14. Rather than the usual format, Shawn lets Carter take the floor, asking him about the issues he sees today, the struggles young people face, and opinions he doesn't often get asked to share. It's a rare chance to hear directly from a young voice on topics that shape his generation. Educators, social workers, program directors, community advocates, and those working in systems of care will come away with a fresh, honest look at how a young man is thinking through the world around him.

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  276: International Day of Friendship

  Jul 28, 202635 min

  In honor of International Day of Friendship, Brooke welcomes her work and real-life best friend Ashley Hunt to the podcast for a heartfelt celebration of the bond they share. Brooke arrives with a surprise she has been working on for an entire year: a gift called "30 Reasons Why You're My Bestie." Listen in as she reads excerpts aloud to Ashley for the very first time, and stay for the laughter, tears, and honest conversation as the two unpack the perfectly balanced relationship they have built both in and out of the office. This episode is a beautiful reminder of what it looks like when friendship flows from a place of connection, presence, and genuine appreciation for one another.

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  275: From the Classroom to Consulting - Culture, Connection, and Care

  Jul 21, 202639 min

  This week, Chad sits down with Afreen Gootee, a thought leader in trauma-informed care, retired educator, and founder of Thoughtful Minds Consulting. Afreen brings decades of experience in education and training to an honest conversation about what it truly means to see and support the people around us. Together, they explore her journey through the classroom, her work as a trainer, and the passions driving her today, including her advocacy for cultural awareness and the power of building genuine connections with people whose backgrounds and perspectives differ from our own. Afreen reminds us that understanding one another isn't just a professional skill, it's a human one. Tune in for a conversation full of warmth, wisdom, and practical insight for anyone working in education, systems of care, or their own community.

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