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Soul Boom

Rainn Wilson
Spirituality
Mental Health
Social Media
Community
Creativity
Comedy
Compassion
Climate Change
Anxiety
Depression
Baha'i Faith
Love
Social Justice
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

Happy Independence Day! On America's 250th anniversary, we're joined by Arthur Brooks, Dr. Vivek Murthy, Amanda Ripley, and Derek Smith to confront the country's crisis of loneliness, meaning, and political division. Together, they ask whether love, ... more

Oscar Nuñez (The Office, The Paper) celebrates our 100th episode digging deep into The Office, The Paper, and organized religion. He & Rainn reflect on their time on the show and look back at their favorite scenes, bloopers & moments with Steve Carel... more

BONUS! Comedian Pete Holmes reveals why he became obsessed with hell and how the idea of eternal punishment forced him to question the version of Christianity he had inherited. He traces his journey from viewing God as a terrifying judge to discoveri... more

Comedian Pete Holmes (Silly Silly Fun Boy, Crashing) returns to dig deep into Christianity, non-duality, consciousness, and what it means to find God after your faith falls apart. He opens up about divorce, depression, anxiety, sexual shame, and how ... more

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Recent Guests

David Bentley Hart
Theologian and author
University of Notre Dame (as discussed in episode)
Episode: Let's Go To Hell w/ David Bentley Hart
Drew Binsky
World traveler and videographer known for immersive cultural storytelling
Traveler/Filmmaker
Episode: Earth's Most Misunderstood Countries (w/ Drew Binsky)
Christiana Figueres
Climate strategist, former UN Climate Chief
Global Climate Policy
Episode: Nobody Cares About Climate Change
Eric Zimmer
Author and host of The One You Feed, expert on recovery and mindfulness
The One You Feed
Episode: Why We Make Ourselves Suffer: Breaking Addiction Down
Andre Duqum
Spiritual teacher and podcaster featured on Know Thyself
Know Thyself
Episode: Why 'God' Is Not What You Think (And Neither Are You) | André Duqum
BJ Novak
Actor, writer, and producer known for The Office
Episode: BJ Novak Outsmarts Rainn (Again)
Ari Shaffir
Comedian and guest on the episode
comedian (guest)
Episode: Unpacking "Drugs" (w/ Pete Holmes, Ari Shaffir, Neal Brennan, Dr Joe & More)
Dr. Joe
Medical/clinical perspective (as introduced in the dialogue)
(not fully disclosed)
Episode: Unpacking "Drugs" (w/ Pete Holmes, Ari Shaffir, Neal Brennan, Dr Joe & More)
Andy Grammer
Singer-songwriter and musician
Music artist
Episode: Andy Grammer's Spiritual Muse: The Sacred Side of Songwriting

Host

Rainn Wilson
Host of the show

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • 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 States2 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
    Canada2 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 States3 months ago
  • The host interrupts his guests. Too much advertising. I prefer "How God Works" or "Good Life Project".

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Aurorespera
    3 months ago
  • Too many ads

    Some good guests/interviews. Spoiled by too many ads that interrupt the flow.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    myap2l2enickname
    United States6 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.

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Apple Podcasts
#149
United States/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#218
Canada/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#133
Argentina/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#139
Philippines/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#172
Brazil/Society & Culture
Apple Podcasts
#172
Ireland/Society & Culture

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
BJ Novak Outsmarts Rainn (Again)
Q: What else comes up for you when you think back on your high school experience with John Krasinski?
BJ Novak recalls how odd but formative that time was, and how those early friendships and shared aspirations foreshadowed later collaborations and the creation of The Office.
Unpacking "Drugs" (w/ Pete Holmes, Ari Shaffir, Neal Brennan, Dr Joe & More)
Q: So talk me through what else you saw, witnessed, experienced, felt. How did it touch your heart?
The guests describe a sense of universal connection, ancestors, and a force larger than the individual self, often accompanied by overwhelming feelings of love and a shift in perspective toward compassion and forgiveness.

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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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Recent guests on Soul Boom include:

1. David Bentley Hart
2. Drew Binsky
3. Christiana Figueres
4. Eric Zimmer
5. Andre Duqum
6. BJ Novak
7. Ari Shaffir
8. Dr. Joe

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