Radical Joy with James Bullard
James Bullard is a dynamic storyteller, acclaimed performer, and visionary creator dedicated to inspiring individuals and organizations through his writing, public speaking, and the transformative podcast Radical Joy. Leveraging the power of right-brain thinking and innovative problem-solving, James empowers others to unlock their full potential and reimagine what’s possible. With a commanding stage presence and a unique ability to connect deeply with audiences, he masterfully blends humor, vulnerability, and actionable insights to spark meaningful change. As a published author, his work resonates with readers seeking clarity and motivation, while Radical Joy amplifies voices that challenge, inspire, and ignite curiosity. A passionate advocate for bold living, James uses the art of storytelling to cultivate joy and guide others toward their most authentic and empowered selves. CLW Studios is a joy-centered company that encourages setting self love as a goal. Our mission is to nourish mind, body, and spirit with ample reasons to celebrate life's tiny wins. Remebering that you can't pour from empty and there is no shame in celebrating your good fortune. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/radical-joy-with-james-bullard--5644728/support.
Episodes
🧡 Brothers, breakthroughs, and the bravery of being bare-hearted
💥 Shame scripts swapped for self-compassion
🧙 Weakness re-written as wisd...
This week on Radical Joy, James reminds us that self-care isn’t selfish—it’s the spark that keeps our light bright enough to share.
✨ Listen, don’t lecture—why silence speaks volumes
🪞 Mirror moments—how friends’ struggles reflect your own
💡 Quiet cues—the surprising strength of saying less
🎭 Support staff status—why you don’t need center...
This week, James unpacks the beautiful, maddening art of patience—how to keep showing up, even when progress is slow, the path feels fuzzy, and your lizard brain is screaming for shortcuts.
🧠 Dutch and determined: bumbling through verbs with caffeine and courage
💪 Gym grumbles and gains: when muscles moan but you show up anyway
📉 Sluggish steps and spirals: how sl...
James is back with a solo scorcher—equal parts pep talk, poetry slam, and perspective check—inviting us to pick up love, laughter, and leg day as our daily defense.
🍵 Coffee becomes communion—shared sips, deep memories, and one unforgettable Italian skater
🍽️ Food isn’t just fuel—it’s fellowship, ritual, and garlic-laced gospel from Moncton
🏋️♂️ The gym is church now—wher...
In this episode of Radical Joy, James unpacks the wild, weird, and wildly necessary work of naming your hang-ups so you can actually move past them. It’s part pep talk, part personal excavation—with a side of journaling, jealousy, and just the right amount of delusion.
✨ What’s inside the treasure ches...
This week, we ditch the pleasantries and dive into a full-on feelings firestorm—rage, reckoning, and real talk.
From Texas floods and trans rights to unsolicited beekeeping advice and shoelace sabotage, we’re naming names and calling out the chaos. This isn’t about polite politics or playing nice. It’s about protecting your peace when performative kindness just won’t cut it.
Swear words fl...
This week on Radical Joy, we're peeling back the foil on our favorite foil: excess.
From sugar binges to burnout workouts, we’re dishing up the messy middle where growth meets grace—and where self-discipline sometimes dukes it out with sea salt caramels.
🍫 The dark (chocolate) truth: moderation means not murdering the whole bag
🔥 Why “balls to the wall” sometimes ...
This week on Radical Joy, we braid truth, comedy, and combat boots with Jonathan Greg—a stand-up dad who smokes meat, styles ponytails, and isn’t afraid to throw hands at hate.
🎯 From bottles of bourbon to braids and backlash, Jonathan proves modern masculinity comes with a side of sass and a perfectly winged eyeliner.
💅 Manicures ...
This week, we wrap up Pride Month with our longtime friend Daniel Walker: polyamorous single dad, badass art photographer, and massage therapist turned labor union rep. We talk love, labels, and why polyamory isn’t just about sex—it’s about being real with yourself and everyone you care about.
💅 Matching “paint nails & punch Nazi...
Sparked by a police raid and fueled by decades of oppression, queer folks—many of them trans women of color—fought back and lit the fire of LGBTQ+ resistance that still burns today. In honor of that courageous stand, we’re releasing the final two episodes of our Pride series.
These stories aren’t just celebration—they’re remembrance, reflection, and a call to k...
Sparked by a police raid and fueled by decades of oppression, queer folks—many of them trans women of color—fought back and lit the fire of LGBTQ+ resistance that still burns today. In honor of that courageous stand, we’re releasing the final two episodes of our Pride series. These stories aren’t just celebration—they’re remembrance, reflection, and a call to ...
This deeply moving episode holds space for sadness—and dares to find the shimmer in the shadow. James takes us on a soul-swirling journey from grief to grace, exploring what it means to mourn, to ache, to feel too much... and still hope. It’s soft. It’s strong. It’s your favorite sad song wrapped in a warm, wise hug.
From losses we speak to those we don’t, from lonely nights t...
In this unflinchingly honest and unexpectedly hilarious episode, James spills the tea on those comparison traps we all fall into (even with our faves). But this isn’t about guilt - it’s about growth. Because when we lead with generosity, that envy gets tenderized into admiration, and suddenly your friend’s glow-up becomes your guidepos...
This week, James meets the mood-swinging middle ground between apathy and joy—and y’all, it’s got shimmy breaks. From doomscrolling to dopamine, this is a tender pep talk for the weary, the wobbly, and the “meh” in all of us. We dig into the quiet fight it takes to feel anything at all, and how joy isn’t just a feeling—it’s a p...
In this episode of Radical Joy, James sits down with author and performer Diontey Michael to talk tall tales, fierce feelings, and the power of building magical worlds where everyone belongs. Diontey’s debut novel, Blood of the Fae, is a rich, high-fantasy adventure filled with witches, shifters, and vampires—all centered around characters of color. It’s bold, B...
James takes the mic and the metaphorical magnifying glass to the buzzing energy we all feel in a world that never sleeps. Think buzzing brain meets honeyed heart. From Inside Out’s frizzy-haired Anxiety to the sacred sweetness of slowing down, this episode offers brea...
Welcome to the first fabulous fling in our Pride Month parade of podcasts – where rage meets radiance and anger is artfully alchemized into compassion. 🎭✨
In this punchy premiere, we kick off our ROY G BIV journey with RED, diving into the fiery feels of anger and its tender twin – compassion.
James pulls no punches and swings open the circle to talk honestly about the deep, smolde...
In this episode of Radical Joy, James tackles one of life’s greatest challenges—actually starting something.
Whether it’s making that first nerve-wracking LinkedIn post, tackling a long-avoided project, or just getting out of bed without a countdown (we see you, 5-4-3-2-1 crew), he’s got you covered.
James shares his personal struggle with perfectionism, spills some truth about the imaginary “consequences” we fear, and even treats us...
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