Gratitude Geek

Hosted ByKandas Rodarte

Gratitude Geek is the podcast for micropreneurs seeking business education to boost entrepreneurship, marketing, and productivity. Each week, host Kandas Rodarte—digital marketing pioneer, breast cancer thriver, and productivity coach—interviews inspirational business owners who’ve built thriving brands and businesses with gratitude and appreciation. Join us to learn, grow, and foster authentic connections while sowing seeds of success and kindness.


All Episodes

What a Kiowa Medicine Man Taught Me About Healing Trauma | Ben Oofana

In episode 227 of Gratitude Geek, Ben Oofana talks about his journey of learning from Native American and Indigenous cultures. Hear how he trained with a Kiowa doctor and a spiritual healer named Horus, which changed his life. Ben shares stories about…

226: Daniel Den talks Influence Paradigms

In this episode 226 of Gratitude Geek, I sit down with author and marketing expert Daniel Den to explore the transformative power of testimonials and strategic marketing. We dive into how a unique message can break through the noise and the importance…

Assuming Positive Intent in Leadership | Kurt Uhlir

Kurt Uhlir is known as the “king of scaling” and helped thousands of people create a life they love through high-achieving servant leadership. He has built and run early-stage companies as well as those over $500M annual revenue, assembled teams…

Ryan Derousseau: Turning Income into Wealth

In episode 224 of the Gratitude Geek podcast, financial adviser Ryan Derousseau shares his journey from journalist to financial advisor for therapists, private practitioners, and the self-employed. He emphasizes the importance of financial education…

223: Robert Brill on Solving the Advertising Problem

In episode 223 of Gratitude Geek, “Robert Brill on Solving the Advertising Problem,” Robert Brill, a 20-year advertising industry veteran and CEO of Brill Media, discusses the distinction between advertising and marketing, the importance of…

The Real Work Begins After You Write Your Book | Jennifer Wilkov

In episode 222 of Gratitude Geek podcast, “Jennifer Wilkov Gets Your Book Published,” motivational speaker and bestselling author Jennifer Wilkov discusses her role as a book publishing consultant. She helps individuals write and publish bestselling…

221: Noemi Beres on Standing Out as a Top Podcast Guest (Classic)

Noémi Beres is the co-owner of Podcast Connections. She helps entrepreneurs and business owners share their knowledge and connects them to quality podcast shows. Noemi is also dedicated to helping experts grow their businesses through interviews. She…

220: Kim Curtis explains Natural Money Laws (classic)

Kim Curtis is the bestselling author of “Money Secrets: Keys to Smart Investing” and “Retirement Secrets”. She is a nationally recognized wealth management advisor and President and CEO of Wealth Legacy Institute. Her groundbreaking work in…

219: Mirit Hoffman explains Elder Law & Estate Planning

Mirit Hoffman drops by to chat gerontology, elder law and estate planning, in episode 219 of Gratitude Geek, a relationship marketing podcast. Against the backdrop of ongoing conflicts, Mirit shares her journey from marriage and divorce to rebuilding…