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Soul Boom

Rainn Wilson
Spirituality
Mental Health
Social Media
Community
Creativity
Comedy
Compassion
Climate Change
Anxiety
Social Justice
Love
Depression
Baha'i Faith
Grief
Spiritual Revolution
Activism
Resilience
Feminism
Joy
Judaism

Soul Boom is a series of intimate conversations hosted by Rainn Wilson exploring meaningful and inspiring topics that tickle the mind, heart and soul. Never too precious, yet unafraid to touch on the profound, we digs into the core of the human experience: creativity, spirituality and psychology. Bringing to the conversation some of the most brilliant and heart-felt artists, thinkers and doers, So... more

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Latest Episodes

Explore the science of prayer, meditation, intuition, manifestation, and consciousness w/ Dr. Theresa Bullard. She reveals what ancient wisdom may have understood long before modern science. Then Rainn asks where spirituality ends and pseudoscience b... more

Comedian Holly Brown opens up about OCD, family addiction, childhood trauma, and using dark comedy to survive. She and Rainn explore grief, forgiveness, religion, and the strange relief that can follow losing a parent.

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Oscar Nuñez & Rainn answer fan questions about The Office from some die-hard fans. They also speculate on Dwight's appearance on The Paper, Oscar's spin-off of The Office.

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What does death feel like? Near-death experiencers Vinney Tolman & Betty Guadagno reveal what they saw during their NDEs. From a body bag and overdose to heaven, life reviews, and unconditional love, their stories redefine life after death. What if d... more

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Recent Guests

Holly Brown
Host of Everybody Knows But Me, a narrative podcast about family secrets, dark comedy, and 90s nostalgia
Self-identified guest on Soul Boom
Episode: Thank God My Mom's Dead. (ft. Holly Brown)
Oscar Nuñez
Actor best known for The Office
The Office (cast)
Episode: Answering 'The Office' Fan Questions w/ Oscar Nuñez (BONUS!)
Jeff Hiller
Comedian and actor
Episode: Jeff Hiller Explains Queer Faith & Redefines Religion
Maoz Inon
Co-founder and peace activist, involved in co-resistance movement and related ventures
Future is Peace / Abraham Hostels
Episode: Israeli & Palestinian on Genocide, War in Iran & Gaza
Dr. Vivek Murthy
Former Surgeon General, author
Harvard/Healthcare
Episode: America, It Is Your Birthday. (Now Grow Up.)
Amanda Ripley
Journalist, author
Good Conflict, High Conflict
Episode: America, It Is Your Birthday. (Now Grow Up.)
Derek Smith
Professor at Claremont McKenna College, author
Claremont College
Episode: America, It Is Your Birthday. (Now Grow Up.)
Oscar Nunez
Actor known for The Office and The Paper
The Office/The Paper
Episode: Oscar Nunez Gets REAL About 'The Office', 'The Paper' & God
David Bentley Hart
Theologian and author
University of Notre Dame (as discussed in episode)
Episode: Let's Go To Hell w/ David Bentley Hart

Host

Rainn Wilson
Host of the show

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Act off

    I only listen to podcasts,so your act off sequences are really not doing anything for me. I love your podcast and I love you, brother.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CJ Niles
    United Statesa month ago
  • Climate crisis episode

    I was enjoying it until we got to the advert about beef/gut/calves and I switched off & unfollowed.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    veganman1961
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Just what your soul is looking for

    This is an honest and nonjudgmental podcast about spiritual/deeper conversation away from the daily stressors and distractions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pepper Wright
    United States4 months ago
  • Why I love Soul Boom

    Soul Boom has saved my life in so many ways. I thank God for Rain Wilson and his team for creating this podcast. It has helped me rediscover myself, understand the meaning of my life, has encouraged me to ask deeper questions, and the guest speakers have provided me with so many helpful resources and tools to help me through my debilitating anxiety and depression in this digital world. I am 21 years old and am so grateful to have found this podcast, I share it with my friends and family. Thank y... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ttttaytay
    Canada4 months ago
  • Surprise!

    What a treat to hear such a deep conversation from famous people who are kind and considerate and still questioning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr Narda
    United States5 months ago

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Many find episodes transformative and resourceful for mental health and resilience.
Some listeners feel ads interrupt the flow but still value guest quality and insights.
Consistently high-quality conversations with meaningful takeaways.
Listeners praise thoughtful, nonjudgmental space and deep conversations.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#241
Canada/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#222
Ukraine/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#246
New Zealand/Society & Culture

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Thank God My Mom's Dead. (ft. Holly Brown)
Q: How did you begin to reconcile love for your family with the trauma you experienced growing up?
The guest explains that understanding her parents' backstories and the societal pressures they faced helped her develop empathy, which gradually led to forgiveness, even if she doesn't agree with all their choices.
Answering 'The Office' Fan Questions w/ Oscar Nuñez (BONUS!)
Q: What did Angela bring out in your characters that nobody else did?
Oscar discusses how Angela's dynamic with Dwight and him created a distinctive energy on set, with organic tension and evolving trust that allowed the relationships to feel deeply human.
Earth's Most Misunderstood Countries (w/ Drew Binsky)
Q: Tell me about your trips to Iran and what people need to understand about the Iranian people.
Iran is often misunderstood; in my travels I've seen a vast majority of people who are warm, hospitable, and hopeful, whose daily lives and values contrast with political narratives. The government is not a perfect reflection of the people, and I've found that most Iranians are curious, polite, and highly connected to their culture and families.
Nobody Cares About Climate Change
Q: You mentioned being suicidal. You were literally actually suicidal, or are you speaking figuratively just in a dark place?
Christiana describes a years-long struggle with suicidal thoughts, the difference between public optimism and private despair, and how Buddhist practice and self-love helped pull her back from the brink.
Gen Z Unpacks Toxic Internet Culture
Q: Tell me about your podcast. What are you guys doing with it?
It's a casual two-person format where we circle a single topic per episode, mixing philosophy, nature, and friendship. We close with a mindfulness practice and a weekly mission to apply the ideas discussed.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Soul Boom

What is Soul Boom about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Thoughtful, intimate conversations exploring spirituality, creativity, psychology, and meaning. Episodes feature a mix of climate and personal resilience, recovery and mindfulness, spirituality across traditions, and reflections on art, fame, and modern life. Notable strengths include a compassionate host who holds space for diverse viewpoints, a willingness to blend science, philosophy, and lived experience, and guest rosters that span climate leaders, authors, comedians, actors, and spiritual teachers. The show often centers on personal growth, meaning, and social impact, with some episodes weaving in practical tools for well-being and community building. This combination makes it appealing to listeners seeking depth, inspiration, and a s... more

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Soul Boom launched 2 years ago and published 114 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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What guests have appeared on Soul Boom?

Recent guests on Soul Boom include:

1. Holly Brown
2. Oscar Nuñez
3. Jeff Hiller
4. Maoz Inon
5. Dr. Vivek Murthy
6. Amanda Ripley
7. Derek Smith
8. Oscar Nunez

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