Elements of Community Podcast

Join Elements of Community host Lucas Root and community leader Janine Dennis, author and Chief Innovations Officer of Talent Think Innovations, for an insightful discussion on rebuilding community in our fractured world.

They explore the concepts of fluid leadership, human connection, and community organizing. Janine shares her unique perspective as a business leader, mom of three, and advocate for women and underserved communities.

Don’t miss her thoughts on how we can foster stronger communities through compassion, succession planning, and embracing our shared humanity. Tune in for an uplifting conversation about the keys to developing meaningful community bonds!

In this episode of the Elements of Community, Lucas Root dives into an eye-opening discussion with Ryan James. Ryan the creator of (re)biz, shines light on the important task of re-evaluating our understanding of growth, as it applies uniquely to businesses. Weaving vital elements of humanity, sustainability, and the environment, he deftly underscores the urgency of shifting business paradigms for both social prosperity and sustainable development. Together, they dig deep into the Anthropocene, the concept of infinite economic growth, and rediscovering our symbiosis with Earth.

Don’t miss out on this critical conversation that questions the very foundations of our existence and responsibility towards our planet. Tune in to learn, unlearn, and relearn the fabric of future businesses!

On this week’s episode of the Elements of Community podcast, Lucas Root is joined by spiritual teacher Dr. Valerie Sheppard, a catastrophic stroke survivor, self-mastery expert, and CEO of The Heartly Center for Mindfulness and Self-Mastery.

Dr. Valerie shares her insights on the transformative power of community and how it can profoundly impact personal growth. Drawing from her wealth of experience, she emphasizes that coming together in a supportive group environment can expedite our journey toward becoming our highest selves in ways that solitary efforts may not. Her own journey serves as a testament to the strength of community in personal development.

Tune in to this episode to hear Dr. Valerie Sheppard’s wisdom on leveraging the power of community to awaken your authentic self and create a life you love. Her remarkable journey and expertise will undoubtedly inspire and empower you on your own path to self-mastery and personal growth.

Join Lucas Root on Elements of Community as he explores the power of ritual and symbolic language with Freemason Kris Wilson. They discuss how practices like initiation and titles like “brother” help create tight bonds and shared meaning. Kris explains how the Freemasons use memorization, repetition, and adherence to tradition to achieve their aim of perfecting humanity through fraternity and self-improvement.

Discover how ritual provides an entry point to connect people across barriers. Don’t miss this insightful look at one of the oldest fraternal orders in the world – tune in!

Join us on Elements of Community as Lucas Root engages in a transformative conversation with mindfulness coach Brenda Winkle. Dive into techniques for releasing negativity, silencing your inner critic, and embracing your authentic self, all while fostering connections within your community.

Discover how mindfulness can be the key to unlocking happiness and compassion in this enlightening dialogue. Explore the profound impact of self-acceptance and meaningful connections. Learn actionable strategies to build a vibrant community and infuse your life with boundless joy.

In this episode of Elements of Community, join Lucas Root as he discusses with Margaux Miller on fostering women in tech and building remote communities worldwide. Learn about Margaux’s experiences from working at Toptal, one of the world’s largest fully remote organizations. Tune in and don’t miss out!

Join us for this episode of Elements of Community as host Lucas Root chats with Charlie Deistabout his awesome natural movement meetup group near Berkeley, California. For over a decade, they’ve been gathering to rediscover the joy of playfully moving their bodies outdoors. Charlie shares how their gatherings are all about play, letting adults tap into their inner child’s freedom.

They dive into how challenges, conversations, and shared adventures have formed a fantastic, diverse tribe. Charlie reveals how their flexible yet consistent approach keeps their bonds strong.

Ready for some magic? Listen in as they navigate sensitive topics with an open mind, and explore how finishing work to play outside has become their defining ritual.

Discover how play can be the glue that builds a tight-knit community, one embodied practice at a time.

Join Lucas Root and entrepreneur Hailey Rowe on the Elements of Community podcast. Discover leadership keys: asking smart questions, acting strategically, and staying open to learning.

Gain insights from Hailey’s community-building journey, tackling doubts for momentum. Lucas delves into community, responsibility, and growth. Elevate your leadership for impact – listen now!

On Elements of Community, join host Lucas Root and entrepreneur Ruoyun Xu Killian as they unravel the mysteries of Guanxi – the intricate web of relationships that shapes our lives. Trends analysts Ruoyon and Lucas delve into the tug-of-war between individuality and collective belonging, redefine success beyond wealth, and explore rebuilding modern, ‘faceless’ connections.

Tune in for profound insights that challenge norms and discover the keys to nurturing meaningful bonds for enhanced well-being in any era.

Ever mused over the true core of creating lasting bonds? Dive into this episode of Elements of Community where Caitlin Cogan Doemner and Lucas Root flip the switch in a captivating interview dialogue. This week, rewind the scenes as Caitlin, initially the interviewee, steps into the host’s shoes to interview Lucas Root!

Embark on this riveting journey, as Caitlin passionately unravels Lucas’s profound insights into the six indispensable elements he believes essential for nurturing deep and long-lasting communities. From purpose and collaboration to joyful engagement, Lucas shares it all in this heartwarming exchange.

This unique twist of roles provides a fresh and engaging perspective on the Elements of Community. Don’t miss out on this golden opportunity to learn how embracing these elemental principles can empower you to craft connections that withstand the test of time. Mark your calendars for this enlightening discourse on unity – a truly unmissable experience!