The Carlos Whittaker Podcast

In a world more connected— yet lonelier— than it's ever been, Carlos Whittaker is bringing humans together all over the world. Backed by the power of a massive Instafamilia, his enthusiastic social followers tune in daily and join forces with Carlos to find connection, do good, and be in community. In this podcast Carlos creates a space where people are safe to engage in conversation about the topics that matter most. His motto: Don't stand on issues, walk with people.

Episodes

Episode 84: Feeling Unseen And Experiencing Grief With My Mom Carmen Whittaker

October 16, 2025 • 34 mins

This week we’re going in deep with my mom. If you haven’t listened to last week’s episode, we have a bit of a lighter conversation about crochet. But this is a continuation of that conversation, and it’s packed full of my mom’s thoughts on and experiences with grief, caring for widows and the elderly, and feeling unseen. . . . . . Watch Wayne’s story on Instagram here. . . . . . Order your copy of my latest book Reconnected H...

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Episode 83: Crocheting With My Mom (And So Much More)

October 9, 2025 • 22 mins

My mom is on the podcast today!! She’s been crocheting these little animals lately. So I thought we’d talk about crocheting, which inevitably turned into so much more. I have a challenge for you: Find something that brings you joy that doesn’t involve a screen. And then notice what comes up (and maybe even heals) inside of you when you do that thing. . . . . . Order your copy of my latest book Reconnected HERE: ReconnectedBo...

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Episode 82: Outrage Machines, Selective Outrage, And Hypocrisy

October 2, 2025 • 26 mins

We’re talking about hypocrisy. And here’s the plot twist: we’re not talking about hypocrisy that we see in other people, we’re talking about the hypocrisy that we see in ourselves. Every human being needs to be able to say: I have selective outrage. Which simply means we turn our outrage on and off depending on which “tribe” was injured. Here’s how we can move forward… . . . . . Order your copy of my latest book Reconnected H...

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Episode 81: Rambling Thoughts On “Revival” In The Wake Of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

September 25, 2025 • 29 mins

I rambled a bit on Instagram last week, and this is a continuation of those thoughts! These are things that I’ve been seeing and hearing in the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination. This is for people of all views and opinions. Are we experiencing a revival? Here’s what I think! . . . . . Order your copy of my latest book Reconnected HERE: ReconnectedBook.com Let’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to h...

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Episode 80: Navigating The 24/7 Rage-Based News Cycle With Jason Woodruff

September 18, 2025 • 38 mins

Today I'm talking with my new friend Jason Woodruff from The Pour Over! The Pour Over is a three-times-a-week newsletter that delivers the biggest headlines in clear, concise language — but with a twist: every story is paired with Scripture and a reminder of eternal hope. Founded by Jason Woodruff, its goal is to keep Christians informed without leaving them angry, anxious, or overwhelmed. It’s politically neutral, Christ-first, an...

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Episode 79: The Phone Is Not The Drug, It's The Needle

September 11, 2025 • 41 mins

I lost my voice, so this week I'm sharing a talk I gave to Pantano Church back in June! I've found that most people aren't actually addicted to their phone--they're addicted to the perceived sense of control that our phones give us. That "control" tends to crack under the weight of reality. So how can we relinquish control and reclaim our humanity? Listen and find out! . . . . . Order your copy of my book Reconnected HERE: Recon...

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Episode 78: Building A Legacy Of Moments And Memories With Your Kids

September 4, 2025 • 22 mins

Hello from the English countryside. (Should I just rename my podcast Walking with Whit? LOL.) If you follow me on Instagram, you may know that my second daughter recently got engaged. I’ve gotten a lot of comments from young parents who are worried about losing a relationship with their kids as they get older. I’m noticing that a lot of my followers with young kids have a fear of their kids growing up and leaving. And I get it! C...

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Episode 77: A Smorgasbord Of Thoughts On This Week's Current Events

August 28, 2025 • 28 mins

I’m FINALLY back home in Nashville, seated at my desk, talking to you. This episode spans it all—from Taylor Swift to Christian comedy drama to the school shooting in Minneapolis. When it feels like you’re finding yourself bouncing from comment section to comment section or drowning in headlines you just can’t get away from, may I remind you that you can turn it off. You aren’t depriving the world of your opinion. You aren’t ...

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Episode 76: Refreshing Your Soul With My Friend Ty

August 21, 2025 • 24 mins

Join me and my buddy Ty on a deep sea fishing vessel off the Alaskan coast as we talk about refreshing our souls. We talk about how nature can act as a physical replenishment for the spiritual. We talk about how taking one step in the direction of the needs of the people in front of you can turn into something much bigger. We talk about how rest can be fun but it’s always essential. We talk about pastoring and leading people with ...

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Episode 75: Whittaker Family Travel Hacks (Live From Alaska Circa 2021)

August 14, 2025 • 60 mins

If you've been following me at all this summer, you know that I've been traveling more than I've been home. And this week I'm in Alaska. Turns out the service here is much worse than I thought, and it's really hard to record a podcast when you're surrounded by grizzly bears. LOL. So I figured we'd share some family travel tips that we recorded last time we were here to help you and your family get to amazing places like this! . ....

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Episode 74: The Safe Talk Process - A Helpful Lesson From Marriage Therapy

August 7, 2025 • 33 mins

We're back, fam!!! This episode is another walk and talk with me! The last few days I've been doing a marriage intensive, so this episode is all about what I've been learning alongside my wife. It was hard work. It's not easy to take a look at the hard parts of your story. But that's what we've done the last few days, and it was super healing! Here's a simple but transformative tool we learned: The Safe Talk Process This is ...

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Episode 73: Wisdom From The Desert - A Place To Become Rather Than Avoid

June 26, 2025 • 21 mins

This week I’m coming at you from the Arizona desert! And I’m accidentally thriving. Now, I never would’ve thought that as someone who loves the mountains and a cool breeze could actually enjoy being surrounded by sand and cacti in 100 degrees. And it’s got me thinking. What if everything we’ve been taught about deserts, spiritually, is wrong? What if these dry seasons in our lives aren’t actually seasons we have to survive but are...

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Episode 72: Keeping Our Humanity In Tact By Holding Empathy In One Hand And Accountability In The Other

June 19, 2025 • 31 mins

Something I posted on Instagram this week is kind of blowing up… and I think it’s because it gave language to some things that we’re all feeling. How do we stay human when the world feels like it’s falling apart? I’m back with more thoughts on current events! This episode kind of piggybacks off of last week’s when we talked about the ICE raids in LA. This week I want to dig deeper into the specifics of what’s happening—from a hum...

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Episode 71: How Do We Stay Human When The Headlines Are Trying To Steal Our Empathy?

June 12, 2025 • 31 mins

This is a personal episode, but it’s also a very public episode, as what we’re talking about has been all over the news and social media. Today I’m addressing what’s going on in LA right now. As the son of immigrants, this isn’t theoretical for me, but I’m not pretending to have all the answers. I want to help us ask better questions, because when we ask better questions, we hear better stories. And when we hear better stories, w...

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Episode 70: Carlos - The Lie Of Being Behind

June 5, 2025 • 34 mins

Today we’re breaking the agreement with a lie that I battle constantly: I should be further along by now. If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking that, this is the episode for you. I’m pulling the curtain back on the thing that is quietly crushing us. Maybe you feel like you’re behind in your relationships or career or finances or healing or whatever. Maybe you look around and it feels like everyone around you is crossing a finis...

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Episode 69: Carlos, 51 - When Fear Writes The Story

May 29, 2025 • 30 mins

This episode is all about fear--fear that camps out in your gut, that whispers constantly about worst case scenarios, that pretends to be wisdom but is actually just panic in a business suit. What do we do when fear writes the story that it's not supposed to be writing? If you've been following me for the last year, you'll know that fear has been pretty present in my life. Because of that, I've had to learn and relearn a few less...

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Episode 68: Scott, 60 - How Scott Followed His Dreams All The Way To The Big Screen With The Unbreakable Boy

May 22, 2025 • 40 mins

Scott’s story has made the big screen, and today he’s sharing it with us. Scott is the father behind the hit movie The Unbreakable Boy, which is a story about navigating life with a son who has autism. If you haven’t seen it yet, I highly recommend it! Scott talks about receiving criticism, life with his son Austin, and following your dreams! (You know you can do that, right?!?) Class is in session. Let’s get curious! . . . ...

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Episode 67: Bo - What A Wildlife Guide Learns About Humans

May 15, 2025 • 34 mins

This episode is unlike any I’ve done before! I’m out in the field with Bo, our EcoTour Adventures Wildlife Guide in Grand Teton National Park. We saw bears and other wildlife with him, and he graciously said yes when I asked if I could interview him! He’s bringing all the wisdom of a nature guide who not only interacts with animals but deals with all of the people on his tours. You might be surprised! This is what a profession...

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Episode 66: Carlos - Catching Up On My Personal Life From Jackson Hole, Wyoming

May 8, 2025 • 28 mins

This week’s episode is a little different. No guest. No interview. Just me, catching you up on my life. I’m sharing honestly about what it’s been like navigating the loss of my dad, stepping into the new role of caring for my mom, and figuring out what boundaries look like in this season of shifting family dynamics. I also talk about the disappointment that comes when people say they’ll show up—and don’t. If you’ve ever found yours...

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Episode 65: Joon - Grief And Dying From The Perspective Of A Hospital Chaplain

May 1, 2025 • 52 mins

When I tell you that this episode will not only change your life but may also change your dying, I mean it! Joon humbly shares his gentle wisdom with us as he shares about his experience as a hospital chaplain. He shares a bit about how a hard childhood led him to a compassionate career and where we can find and offer dignity at the end of a life. He has the ability to make a topic we all shy away from feel hopeful. Class is i...

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Episodes

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Episode 82: Outrage Machines, Selective Outrage, And Hypocrisy

Episode 81: Rambling Thoughts On “Revival” In The Wake Of Charlie Kirk’s Assassination

Episode 80: Navigating The 24/7 Rage-Based News Cycle With Jason Woodruff

Episode 79: The Phone Is Not The Drug, It's The Needle

Episode 78: Building A Legacy Of Moments And Memories With Your Kids

Episode 77: A Smorgasbord Of Thoughts On This Week's Current Events

Episode 76: Refreshing Your Soul With My Friend Ty

Episode 75: Whittaker Family Travel Hacks (Live From Alaska Circa 2021)

Episode 74: The Safe Talk Process - A Helpful Lesson From Marriage Therapy

Episode 73: Wisdom From The Desert - A Place To Become Rather Than Avoid

Episode 72: Keeping Our Humanity In Tact By Holding Empathy In One Hand And Accountability In The Other

Episode 71: How Do We Stay Human When The Headlines Are Trying To Steal Our Empathy?

Episode 70: Carlos - The Lie Of Being Behind

Episode 69: Carlos, 51 - When Fear Writes The Story

Episode 68: Scott, 60 - How Scott Followed His Dreams All The Way To The Big Screen With The Unbreakable Boy

Episode 67: Bo - What A Wildlife Guide Learns About Humans

Episode 66: Carlos - Catching Up On My Personal Life From Jackson Hole, Wyoming

Episode 65: Joon - Grief And Dying From The Perspective Of A Hospital Chaplain

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