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The Kindness Chronicles
We live in a world dominated by stories of divisiveness. The Kindness Chronicles hopes to give the world a dose of the "Minnesota Nice" it desperately needs. Hosted by Fox Sports North's Kevin Gorg, Steve Brown of Johnny Clueless fame and John Schwietz (a guy you've never heard of), the Kindness Chronicles delivers stories of kindness through the lens of Minnesotans who share their personal backstories and celebrate those who influenced them to become the people they are today.
Episodes
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Ep. 213 - The Accidental Therapist
What if lowering your expectations could actually make you happier? Todd Smith has taken a pretty unconventional path. From forming the band Johnny Clueless…
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Ep. 212 - Chilling Out: The A/C Tech Who Saved the Day
When an A/C emergency collides with podcast night, you invite the technician to pull up a chair. In this episode of The Kindness Chronicles, the crew meets…
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Ep. 210 - The World Cup of Kindness
⚽💧 What if the world's greatest team wasn't playing for a trophy...but for clean water?In this special episode of The Kindness Chronicles, we welcome the…
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Ep. 209 - Life After Limited Warranty
What happens after the spotlight fades? On this episode of the Kindness Chronicles, John, Steve, and Jeff welcome former Limited Warranty lead guitarist Erik…
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Ep. 208 - Forward March: Restoring A Legacy
Reviving a Marching Band Legacy: How Teachers Build Community in Forest Lake | The Kindness Chronicles Steve and Jeff fill in for John and discuss Steve’s…
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Ep. 207 - Lionel Richie's Encore of Empathy
Minnesota Nice at Lionel Richie & Earth, Wind & Fire + A Day with Jimmy Jam at Special Olympics The hosts recap attending the Earth, Wind & Fire and Lionel…
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Ep. 206 - Moment Makers: The Artisans of Human Engagement
In this episode, we welcome strategic executive leader and event producer Kelly Olson, joined by her husband Eric Scott Olson, to discuss her career in live…
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Ep. 205 - Behind the Whistle: A Big10 Referee's Journey
In this episode, the hosts reflect on KG’s father’s memorial and the support from family, friends, and organizations, then share details for the July 12 Semper…
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Ep. 204 - Celebrating The 2026 Selfless Scholars
At a Minnesota Masonic Charities scholarship event, the CEO explains a scholarship program designed to recognize everyday kindness by having students nominate…
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Ep. 203 - Rose’s Divine Encounter
On The Kindness Chronicles podcast, John Schwietz surprises Winona State student Addison Nash—called while she’s on a boat—after her friend Sienna nominates…
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Ep. 202 - Eric Church's Six Strings of Life
KCP Crew Reacts to Eric Church’s “Six Strings of Life” UNC 2026 Commencement The KC Crew discuss graduation season and family updates, including a daughter…
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KCP 201 - Blues Brothers:on a mission of kindness
The KC Crew learned that The Kindness Chronicles was ranked #2 on Feedspot’s “30 Best Kindness Podcasts for 2026,” THANK YOU, listeners! They quickly review…
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Ep. 200 Neal Foard…From Madison Avenue to Viral Storytelling
In the 200th episode of The Kindness Chronicles, the hosts welcome back storyteller and former advertising executive Neal Ford to discuss how his ad career…
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Ep. 199 Rob Reiner’s Cinematic Impact
After a couple of “LONG Stories,” we explore the oxytocin-inducing storytelling of the late great Rob Reiner
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Ep. 198 Wild talk and Kindness Comebacks (part 2)
Our scheduled guest was unable to join us, SO…More Wild talk (that’s all KG knows…and movies), and Steve leads us in another one of his Kindness Comebacks game.
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Ep. 197 Kindness Comebacks
A playoff preview for the Minnesota Wild with KG followed by game show host, Steve Brown, and his Kindness comebacks.
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Ep. 196 Chuck Runyon (Scaling Kindness through wellness)
The KCP Crew welcomes Anytime Fitness co-founder Chuck Runyon, who reflects on growing up on the East Side of St. Paul and his journey in building Anytime…
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20. Lino Rulli, "The Catholic Guy"
St. Paul native and Sirius XM personality, The Catholic Guy, Lino Rulli joins us. This guy is a lot of fun. Check it out.
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Ep. 195 Youth Frontiers with Joe Cavanaugh
KCP crew visit with kindness and character icon, Joe is the founder and president of Youth Frontiers, an organization that has been providing unique character…
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Ep. 194 Kind or Kind of? Celebrity Kindness
The KC Crew review celebrity kindness thru a silly little game.
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Ep. 193 A Pint of Kindness with John Cosgrove (St. Patrick’s Day special)
The KCP Crew welcomes AUTHENTIC Irishman, John Cosgrove gives us a peek into the Irish community in Minnesota.
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Ep. 192 'Moments in Motion With Love' with Denise Cesare
We visit with author, Denise Cesare. After losing her voice in a serious car accident, this professional speech and language pathologist from Brooklyn shares…
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Ep.191 Olympic Special (with Kelly Paradise and Andrea Kangas
Let’s celebrate the woman behind the man…Patti Brooks. We review the 2026 Winter Olympics with KG, and visit with Kelly Paradise (daughter of 1980 Gold Medal…
The Kindness ChroniclesEp. 190 WASH for Life, Inc.
The KC Crew visit with an extraordinary group of people who have taken their kindness to the Malawi, Africa. Our guests started their incredible journey into…
The Kindness ChroniclesEp. 189 Galentine’s Day 2026
Happy Valentine’s Day from the Kindness Chronicles crew. We visit with a lovely group of College friends that have managed to spend an unusual amount of time…
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Ep. 188 Eagle’s Healing Nest: Learning to Soar
Clown Car alert: the entire KC Crew gather, discuss the joy of a successful Minnesota Wild Team and we visit with Shawn Kor from Eagle’s Healing Nest.
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Ep. 187 GOALIE FIGHTING kindness? (KG in the Clown Car)
FINALLY, KG has a night off to join the KC Crew for a little conversation
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Ep. 186 - From Headlines to Heartlines: Stories of Kindness w/Mark Daly
This week the KCP Crew visit with KARE11 alum and extraordinary storyteller, Mark Daly.
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185. Kindness Unleashed: Lily Rose’s Final Gift (w/Timothy Mathews)
The KCP Crew welcomes Timothy Mathews. Timothy a writer, Care Minister, and kindness advocate whose work centers on empathy, connection, and the quiet power of…
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184. When Kindness Takes Flight! w/Heather Boschke
Heather Boschke is a marketer, professor and bird lover. Her mission is to spread joy one bird at a time and unlock the wonder of birds in kids of all ages!…
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183. Does Kindness Take Effort (w/Mrs. Schwietz)
We attempt a point/counterpoint on the topic of whether Kindness Takes Effort? Newsflash, Mrs. Schwietz wins the debate.
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182. 2025 Year in Review
The KCP Crew looks back on 2025. Highs and Lows and everything in between. Here’s to a happy, healthy and KIND 2026.
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181. KC Rewind: Father's Day Special (Featuring Jack Schwietz)
John's dad, Jack, passed away earlier this year. In his memory, we decided to replay our fun chat with him about fatherhood and favorite TV and Movie Dads.
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180. "Doing Small Things with Great Love" w/ Sharon Eubank (author)
Author Sharon Eubank discusses the importance of small acts of kindness. Check out her book, Doing Small Things with Great Love.
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179. You'll Shoot Your Eye Out! w/ Dr. Quentin Schultze
Fun guest ALERT! Dr. Quentin Schultze, author of "You'll Shoot Your Eye Out! Life Lessons for the Movie A Christmas Story joins the KC Crew for this Christmas…
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178. Military Reunions w/ Command Sgt. Major Dempsey
We visit with Divisional Command Sgt. Major Marc Dempsey (One of 8 in the Country) about his 35-year military career and the role reunions play in the lives of…
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177. Selfless Scholarship Event
Our first LIVE podcast. It was taped in the Spring, but we have been saving it to inject a little holiday cheer into the world.
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176. The Importance of Gravy w/ Kevin Gorg
We discuss everything from the Wild, Vikings, Rice Krispie Turkeys and the role gravy plays in a successful Thanksgiving feast.
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175. Veteran's Day w/Maj. Andrew Melander
We visit with John's cousin, Major Andrew Melander, a Green Beret on Veteran's Day.
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174. The Male Crisis of Connection
We meet with Ben Brown and discuss a growing challenge!
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173. YouTube ideas for OxytoSUNDAY
Once again, not our best effort. However, the end of the show offers a special glimpse into the dynamic that exists among the KC Crew when the tape isn't…
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172. "Governor" Mike Newcome?
Is it possible to discuss politics without being divisive? Hats off to Mike Newcome who is trying his best to run a campaign for Governor dominated with…
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171. Video Storytelling w/ Todd Vaske
The KC crew enjoy a fun visit with Agile Video's Todd Vaske.
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169. KC "Quickie:" Pop Culture Nurses
Probably not our best effort, but having a little fun with this "Quickie>"
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168. Trauma Nurse Dena Z.
Regions Hospital Trauma Department faces incredibly difficult cases every day. We visit with an important member of that team.
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167. Hospital and Hospice Kindness
John's dad passed away last week. The fellas reflect on the extraordinary kindness that can often come during the most difficult times.
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166. Clown Car Episode
The whole gang is in studio. Buckle up for a bunch of nonsense. JJ McCarthy, 21 cents, Would you rather and a special Dr. Who clip.
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165. THIS is why we love Ukraine
Maybe our favorite episode ever. Our OLD pal (emphasis on the OLD), Mike Newcome introduces us to two very impressive students from Ukraine, Alisa and Dasha…
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164. Sports Sports Sports
Sports sports sports...is your whole life about sports/ This week it is! KG is back and there was a lot to cover.
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163. Billy McLaughlin (Part 2 of 2)
Part 2 of our visit with Billy focuses on his battle with Focal Dystonia and his decision to switch from a world-class right handed guitarist into a world…
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162. Billy McLaughlin (Part 1 of 2)
World-class guitarist, composer and producer, Billy McLaughlin joins us in studio in a fascinating two part interview.
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161. Mid-Summer Chatter
sorry we missed a week. We bet you survived. No KG. No Intern Jeff. No problem.Nate Bargaetze. Sydney Sweeney. Would you rather- KC Edition. Thanks for…
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160. Curing Alzheimer's w/ Anna Shelander
Read, Brush, Floss, Repeat... one way to mitigate the chances of Alzheimer's Disease. In a science and syllable heavy episode, we learn a bit about the role…
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159. Gentle Touch Cleaning w/ Jaylen Jones
We visit with Mahtomedi High School Student, Jaylen Jones, aspiring entrepreneur with a big heart. Learn more about his unique idea of connecting high school…
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158. Nice Bike_with Mark Scharenbroich
What. A. Guest. Intern Jeff lands another excellent storyteller! Enjoy. We did.
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157. Compassionate Humor w/ Professor Quentin Schultze
We visit with Professor Quentin Schulze, author of the best selling, "You'll Shoot Your Eye Out." He shares stories of Jean Shepherd, American storyteller…
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156. Nocturnal Admissions w/Steve Adelman
In a "Best of" episode, we visit with author Steve Adelman about his career in the Night Club business that took him from Boston to New York to LA to Singapore…