Episodes 18
Avg. Duration 37m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (10)
Since Mar 2025
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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53%
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About This Podcast

Join us on re:Purpose, where influential voices from across industries share the journeys that shaped their lives and careers. Through candid conversations, Soles4Souls President and CEO Buddy Teaster explores personal triumphs, professional milestones, and the lessons learned along the way. Whether you're seeking inspiration or practical wisdom, re:Purpose delivers stories that resonate and empower. Rediscover your purpose – one story at a time.

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Recent Episodes

S2E17 From Molecules to Markets: Yuly Fuentes on Reimagining Footwear, Systems, and What Comes Next

Apr 02, 2026 43m

Yuly Fuentes, scientist, systems thinker and leader of the Footwear Collective, joins Buddy Teaster to share her unconventional journey from biochemistry and neuroscience to MIT and the global…

S2E16 Beyond the Org Chart: Dane Groenveld on Teaming, Leadership, and the Future of Work

Mar 03, 2026 43m

Dane Groenveld — entrepreneur, CEO, and host of The Future of Teamwork podcast — explores how the way we work together is fundamentally changing. From growing up in constantly shifting communities to…

S2E15 Stewardship Over Spotlight: Sean Granahan and the Quiet Turnaround of The Floating Hospital

Feb 17, 2026 42m

Sean Granahan, President and General Counsel of The Floating Hospital, joins Buddy Teaster to share the remarkable story of stepping into a 160-year-old institution on the brink of closure — and…

S2E14 Mission, Money, and the Middle Ground: How Bill Strathman Learned to Lead Between Two Worlds

Dec 18, 2025 47m

Bill Strathman — former CEO of Network for Good — shares his remarkable journey from childhood medical challenges to the collapse of Arthur Andersen to leading one of the most impactful digital…

S2E13 From Outsider to Community Builder: Hal Cato's Lifelong Mission to Strengthen Nashville

Dec 03, 2025 45m

Community Foundation of Middle Tennessee CEO Hal Cato opens up about his winding path from real estate to launching Hands-On Nashville, transforming Oasis Center, revitalizing Thistle Farms alongside…

S1E12 From Field to Footwear: Tim Brown's Journey from Footballer to Founder

Oct 20, 2025 40m

Tim Brown, co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Allbirds, joins Buddy Teaster to explore how a professional athlete's mindset can shape a purpose-driven business. From New Zealand soccer fields…

S1E11 From Earthquake to Empowerment: Sam Darguin's Fight for Haiti's Future

Sep 30, 2025 46m

Founder of the Haitian American Caucus, Sam Darguin joins Buddy Teaster to share how a moment of crisis reshaped his life, turning a one-week trip into a decade-long mission to rebuild Haiti through…

S1E10 From Connection to Transformation: Jose Carrera's Mission in Guatemala

Aug 19, 2025 41m

Jose Carrera is a purpose-driven business leader from Antigua, Guatemala. In this episode, Jose shares his entrepreneurial journey owning and managing cemeteries and funeral homes with his wife, as…

S1E9 From Rejection to Reinvention: Andy Bailey's Entrepreneurial Evolution

Aug 05, 2025 33m

Andy Bailey, a serial entrepreneur, coach, and founder of Boundless.me, sits with Buddy Teaster to share his journey—from flunking out of college to building and selling multiple companies. His story…

S1E8 From Fear to Fulfillment: Tamra Ryan's Path to Courageous Leadership

Jul 22, 2025 42m

Tamra Ryan, longtime CEO of the Women's Bean Project and a powerful advocate for employment-based social enterprise joins Buddy Teaster to discuss her thoughts on leadership, and her plans for what's…

S1E7 From Sidelines to Strategy: David Wright's Playbook for Authentic Leadership

Jul 08, 2025 32m

David Wright, Chief Commercial Officer of the U.S. Soccer Federation, sits down with Buddy Teaster for a revealing conversation about leadership, resilience, and the unexpected parallels between…

S1E6 From Relapse to Resilience: Becca Stevens' Blueprint for a Love Economy

Jun 24, 2025 26m

In this heartfelt interview captured live, Rev. Becca Stevens, founder of Thistle Farms and President of the Center for Contemplative Justice, joins Buddy Teaster for a deep dive into the power of…

S1E5 From Crisis to Clarity: Adam Witty's Page-Turning Pivot

Jun 10, 2025 32m

Adam Witty, founder and CEO of Forbes Books, joins Buddy Teaster to explore his remarkable 20-year journey from fledgling entrepreneur to publishing industry leader. Adam shares his journey of…

S1E4 From Hustle to Harmony: Michelle Poole's Redefinition of Success

May 13, 2025 29m

Michelle Poole, former President of Crocs and a seasoned global executive with over 30 years of experience in the footwear and apparel industry, joins Buddy Teaster for a candid reflection on her…

S1E3 From Barriers to Belonging: Angela Harrell's Mission for Inclusion

Apr 22, 2025 32m

Angela Harrell, Senior Vice President and Chief Diversity & Corporate Responsibility Officer at Voya Financial joins Buddy Teaster to share how her experiences have shaped her purpose-driven…

S1E2 From Embarrassment to Empowerment: Heidi Zak's Fight for Inclusivity

Apr 08, 2025 29m

Buddy is joined by Heidi Zak, co-founder and CEO of ThirdLove, a revolutionary lingerie brand known for its inclusive sizing and body-positive messaging. Heidi shares her inspiring journey of…

S1E1 From Resilience to Relevance: Matt Priest Finds His Footing

Mar 25, 2025 30m

In the inaugural episode of re:Purpose, Buddy sits down with Matt Priest, President and CEO of the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA). With nearly 16 years at the helm of FDRA,…

S1 Introducing re:Purpose with Buddy Teaster

Mar 14, 2025 3m

Join Buddy Teaster, CEO of Soles for Souls, as he embarks on a brand new journey of transformation and resilience. This inspiring new show features candid conversations with influential leaders,…

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re:Purpose with Buddy Teaster has published 18 episodes since March 2025, covering topics in Business, Entrepreneurship.

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re:Purpose with Buddy Teaster is currently highly active with new episodes monthly. Average episode length is 37m.

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