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Space for Life

Tommy Thompson
Faith
Christianity
Mental Health
Personal Growth
Grief
Self-Improvement
Perrin
Humility
The Chosen
Parenting
Rest
Bravery
Sabbath
Wealth Management
Leadership Development
Suffering
Kindness
Golf
Self-Reflection
Child Development

Space for Life is a podcast with honest conversations designed to help cultivate the space we need for a more fulfilling and abundant life. Despite our culture’s wiring for excess and overload, our souls desperately need the very opposite. Space for Life seeks to help you take small steps into a spacious life .

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes203Founded6 years ago
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Religion & SpiritualityEducationSelf-ImprovementChristianity

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Keith McCurdy is back on Space for Life for a follow-up to his episode on raising sturdy kids. This time the focus shifts to the adults, because it takes a sturdy adult to raise a sturdy child. After 40 years in mental health and tens of thousands of... more

In this episode, Tommy sits down with Shola Richards, known as The Kindness Extremist and Brother Teresa, to talk about what kindness actually looks like when life gets hard. Shola shares his story of moving from bullying, burnout, and a near tragic ... more

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Tommy reunites with close friend and collaborator Patricia Clarke for a rich, wide-ranging conversation on one of life's most important and most misunderstood questions: what does it actually mean to find and live a life of purpose? They bring two co... more

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Tommy sits down with Katherine Wolf, stroke survivor, author, and co-founder of Hope Heals, for one of his dream conversations. At 26, Katherine had a massive brain stem stroke that left her permanently disabled, and nearly two decades later she is o... more

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Recent Guests

Shola Richards
Founder/CEO Go Together Global; author and podcast host
Go Together Global
Episode: Shola Richards on Practicing Kindness in an Unkind World
Patricia Clarke
Special guest discussed as a long-time collaborator and friend
Episode: How to Uncover Your Purpose with Patricia Clarke
Katherine Wolf
Stroke survivor, author, co-founder of Hope Heals Camps and Mend Coffee
Hope Heals Camps; Mend Coffee
Episode: Katherine Wolf on Why Pain Is Too Precious to Waste
Drew Daniels
Founding pastor of Church on the Boulevard (Boulevard Church, Richmond, VA)
Church on the Boulevard / Boulevard Church RVA
Episode: Exploring the Reality of the Resurrection with Drew Daniels
Dr. Nelson Ould
Pastor, former associate pastor and founding pastor, long-time practitioner of presence
Community West Church; Third Church (Richmond)
Episode: The Power of Presence in an Age of Distraction and Loneliness with Dr. Nelson Ould
Steve Ruetschle
Senior pastor, Sunset Presbyterian Church, Beaverton, Oregon (former pastor at Union Church of Manila, Philippines)
Sunset Presbyterian Church
Episode: Redemptive Healing and the Fellowship of Suffering with Pastor Steve Ruetschle
Terry Whalin
Acquisitions editor at Morgan James Publishing and author of over 60 books.
Morgan James Publishing
Episode: How to Start Writing and Actually Get Published with Terry Whalin
Mia Sundstrom
CEO of the National Institute of Play and granddaughter of Stuart Brown, a psychiatrist who studied the importance of play in childhood development.
National Institute of Play
Episode: The Vital Art of Play with Mia Sundstrom
Ray Paul
Board chair of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Episode: A Conversation About Suicide, Losing Loved Ones, Warning Signs, and Caring for One Another

Host

Tommy Thompson
Host of Space for Life

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Amazing Show

    I love the great and real conversations that happen on this podcast. Authentic and real is what it’s about. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erik G. Allen
    United States2 years ago
  • Relevant and Inspiring

    Space for Life is among my favorite podcasts. The host and guests are refreshingly genuine and insightful. I always come away with something meaningful.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HokieRaven804
    United States2 years ago
  • Great wisdom

    I love listening in each show to learn new perspectives and gain insight into different situations!! Thank you Tommy and Guest for having great deep conversations and inviting us along!

    Jes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Quen_MA
    United States2 years ago
  • A great perspective shift!

    Tommy’s intriguing perspectives and invaluable insights are very helpful. This podcast is like a heartwarming chat about our relationship with our living spaces.

    From Bona and Team Capsho

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bona and Team Capsho
    United States3 years ago
  • Wonderful listen

    I look forward to every episode! Tommy and Patricia’s conversations are thoughtful, reflective, and faith centered. Just listening to these episodes gives me a sense of peace and leaves me with a lot to ponder.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hsifekj
    United States3 years ago

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The show blends spiritual themes with real-life application, often prompting reflection and action.
Episodes feel uplifting, practical, and centered on living with intention and grace.
Guests are diverse and bring meaningful perspectives on faith, growth, and purpose.
Listeners appreciate the authentic, thoughtful conversations and the host's calm, insightful presence.

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The Vital Art of Play with Mia Sundstrom
Q: How can we integrate play into our lives and work?
Mia suggests creating micro-moments of play throughout the day to re-establish our connection with joy and creativity.
The Vital Art of Play with Mia Sundstrom
Q: What are some misconceptions about play?
Mia argues that many believe play is childish and a waste of time in adulthood, but affirms its necessity for mental health and productivity.
The Vital Art of Play with Mia Sundstrom
Q: How would you define play?
Mia explains that play has two components: the act of playing, marked by joy and spontaneity, and the trait of playfulness, characterized by creativity and optimism.
Dr. Wendi Lord on The Chosen, Translation + AI in a Rapidly Changing World
Q: What do you see as the greatest opportunities and threats that AI presents?
Wendi explains how AI offers both great opportunities in expanding access to the gospel through technology but also highlights threats related to pride, dehumanization, false wisdom, and an idolatrous belief in technology in place of God.
Stan Jantz on The Chosen, Global Discipleship + the Come and See Foundation
Q: What are some of the barriers that you're seeing now?
There is sometimes reluctance on the part of pastors and spiritual leaders to recommend the show because they're not quite sure it's biblically faithful.

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What is Space for Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Thoughtful conversations centered on personal growth, faith, purpose, and practical spirituality. Episodes frequently explore how suffering, play, presence, and intentional living shape a meaningful life, with guests ranging from stroke survivors and pastors to authors and ministry leaders. The show often ties faith to everyday decisions, community, and mental well-being, offering actionable takeaways for listeners seeking a spacious, purposeful life. A standout trait is the host's calm, invitational style and the way episodes weave personal stories with broader Christian and self-improvement themes, making it approachable for both believers and seekers alike.

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Space for Life launched 6 years ago and published 203 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Space for Life include:

1. Shola Richards
2. Patricia Clarke
3. Katherine Wolf
4. Drew Daniels
5. Dr. Nelson Ould
6. Steve Ruetschle
7. Terry Whalin
8. Mia Sundstrom

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