The Purpose and Progress Podcast with Dr. Jim Price explores the real stories behind meaningful lives and forward movement.
Each episode features conversations with leaders, educators, creators, and everyday people who are living intentionally and growing through life’s challenges. Together, we explore how purpose is discovered, how progress is made, and how both shape the impact we leave on others.
If you are navigating a transition, pursuing a calling, or simply looking for encouragement, this podcast offers thoughtful insights and practical inspiration to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Where purpose becomes action and growth never stops.
Latest Episodes:
Do It Scared: Dr. B. Danielle Watkins’ Unplanned Path to Success
Dr. B. Danielle Watkins never planned to become an award-winning filmmaker. What started with writing poetry and publishing books eventually led to film, television, and entrepreneurship. On The Purpose and Progress Podcast, she shares the realities of building a career in entertainment, overcoming financial and industry challenges, cashing in her 401k to fund a breakthrough project, and why success often requires moving forward before you feel ready.
From Wrestling Rings to Children’s Books: John Masiulionis on Serving from Overflow
Award-winning children’s author and PR publicist John Masiulionis shares how a cancer diagnosis, personal loss, and a leap of faith during the pandemic transformed his life. In this episode of The Purpose and Progress Podcast, he reveals the mindset shifts that helped him move from seeking approval to serving others through purpose-driven work.
The Purpose and Progress Podcast with Dr. Jim Price
In the first episode of The Purpose and Progress Podcast, Dr. Jim Price shares the story of how he turned academic struggles and career uncertainty into a life of purpose, growth, and impact. Discover practical lessons on self-worth, resilience, consistency, and building a meaningful future one step at a time.
Share Your Story
Do you have a story, experience, or insight that can inspire others to grow, take action, and live with purpose? We’re looking for guests who want to share meaningful lessons and real-life journeys that motivate and empower our listeners.
Whether you’re an author, entrepreneur, educator, or someone with a story worth telling, this is your chance to reach an audience eager to learn and be inspired
About Dr. Jim Price
Dr. Jim Price is an educator, counselor, mentor, and lifelong advocate for youth development. Raised in Springfield, Massachusetts, the same hometown as beloved author Dr. Seuss, Jim built his early foundation through athletics, academics, and service.
A former championship basketball player and Sports Hall of Fame inductee, Jim has devoted his life to guiding young people through education, counseling, and mentorship. With degrees in psychology, rehabilitation counseling, and school counseling, and currently pursuing a Doctor of Education, his work centers on helping others discover direction, resilience, and purpose.
His work and insights have been featured on ABC, FOX, and CBS, reflecting his commitment to sharing messages that uplift and inspire communities.
Through this podcast, Jim brings conversations that encourage reflection, growth, and meaningful action.
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