
Welcome to this episode of the Creating Good podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people who are passionate about creating good in the world and how they do it!
On this episode, Matt Barnes, host and founder of Creating Good, sat down with Sarah Heath, Associate Director of Narrative Strategy and Public Engagement of United to End Homelessness, a program empowered by Orange County United Way.
OC United Way seeks to improve the lives of local residents through key initiatives designed to end homelessness, financially empower families, prepare students for success, and offer immediate helpline support.
“With a century-long legacy of impact, Orange County United Way remains committed to tackling the complex challenges facing our community and creating equitable opportunities that empower our residents to reach their full potential.”
Tune in today to hear how Sarah and United to End Homelessness fuel good not just now but for generations to come.
Sign up for The Person in Front of You, the next event by United to End Homelessness on December 13th at www.thepersoninfrontofyou.com.
Learn more about Orange County United Way: www.unitedwayoc.org
Learn more about United to End Homelessness: unitedtoendhomelessness.org
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Dec 8, 2025
50 min

Welcome to this episode of the Creating Good podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people who are passionate about creating good in the world and how they do it!
On this episode, Matt Barnes, host and founder of Creating Good, sat down with Create Good Founder Naaima Khan!
Create Good guides businesses and organizations, helping them fulfill their values on a path toward equity and justice. With more than 15 years of nonprofit experience, Naaima offers coaching and workshops designed to establish new patterns for positive social change.
Tune in today to hear how Naaima creates good within organizations for a brighter, more equitable world.
Learn more about Create Good: www.creategood.space
Naaima Khan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/naaimakhan/
Creating Good Website: creatinggood.co
Creating Good on Instagram: @creatinggood.co
Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast is handcrafted by our friends at Fame.
Nov 18, 2025
44 min

Welcome to this episode of the Creating Good podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people who are passionate about creating good in the world and how they do it!
On this episode, Matt Barnes, host and founder of Creating Good, sat down with Charlie Engelmann. In addition to his role as Senior Director of Operations for International Programs at Pepperdine University, Charlie started The Joyfulness Project–a community-building effort and analysis of his doctoral research about joy.
Charlie’s passion for joy grew from a daily score in his journal as a teenager to his PhD dissertation topic 30 years and 150+ journals later. Now, he’s sharing what he learned with all of us while writing his own book about joy!
Tune in today to hear from Charlie about the power of joy and fun!
Charlie Engelmann: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-engelmann-b50773b/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_joyfulness_project/
Creating Good Website: creatinggood.co
Creating Good on Instagram: @creatinggood.co
Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast is handcrafted by our friends at Fame.
Nov 4, 2025
46 min

Welcome to this episode of the Creating Good podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people who are passionate about creating good in the world and how they do it!
On this episode, Matt Barnes, host and founder of Creating Good, sat down with Jennifer Kaplan, founder and CEO of Evolve PR and Marketing.
With over 15 years of experience, Jennifer is recognized as one of the “Most Influential Women in Arizona Business” by AZ Business Magazine and has received Phoenix Business Journal’s “40 Under 40” award. She also provides the Jennifer G. Kaplan Endowment Scholarship at ASU to support female PR students. Jennifer’s expertise in crisis management, storytelling, and proactive PR strategies makes her a valuable resource for businesses looking to elevate their communication and build lasting audience relationships.
Tune in today to hear how Jennifer helps businesses authentically tell their stories!
Jennifer Kaplan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-kaplan-b331948
Website: www.evolveprandmarketing.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/evolveprandmarketing/
Creating Good Website: creatinggood.co
Creating Good on Instagram: @creatinggood.co
Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast is handcrafted by our friends at Fame.
Oct 28, 2025
45 min

Welcome to this episode of the Creating Good podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people who are passionate about creating good in the world and how they do it!
On this episode, Matt Barnes, host and founder of Creating Good, sat down with Mel McSherry, an international business and life guide of more than 15 years. Using both Human Design in partnership with traditional business development tools, Mel coaches others on how they can connect to what they want, understand how they are designed to create what they want, and implement their strengths and strategies, so every day they are profitable–mentally, emotionally, energetically and financially.
Be sure to tune in TODAY to hear from Mel and how they guide entrepreneurs to be the architects of their own lives!
Mel McSherry on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melmcsherry/
Mel McSherry’s Website: https://www.melmcsherry.com/
Creating Good Website: creatinggood.co
Creating Good on Instagram: @creatinggood.co
Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast is handcrafted by our friends at Fame.
Oct 21, 2025
40 min

Welcome to this episode of the Creating Good podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people who are passionate about creating good in the world and how they do it!
In this episode, Matt Barnes, host and founder of Creating Good, sat down with Stewart Cohen, the director/DP/photographer at Stewart Cohen Pictures, full-service production company providing still and motion content for commercial advertising campaigns, editorial, and interactive media.
Tune in today to hear how Stewart tells stories through videography for incredible clients–large and small–and helps them share THEIR good!
Stewart Cohen on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/stewartcohen
Stewart Cohen Pictures: https://www.stewartcohen.com/
Creating Good Website: creatinggood.co
Creating Good on Instagram: @creatinggood.co
Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast is handcrafted by our friends at Fame.
Oct 14, 2025
39 min

Welcome to this episode of the Creating Good podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people who are passionate about creating good in the world and how they do it!
On this episode, Matt Barnes, host and founder of Creating Good, sat down with Robert Gould, CEO of RG Media Affiliates and award-winning workforce and marketing innovator, trailblazing and building stages of impact across the globe.
As an author, executive, and creative, his featured works have appeared on national platforms such as MTV, BET, Country Music Television, Seacrest Studios, Atlanta Business Chronicle, and TV One. His innovative industry skill sets have enabled him to hold strategic operational positions with The Recording Academy (The GRAMMYs), The Complex Group, and
Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI).
As CEO of RG Media Affiliates, Robert is building the next generation of workforce champions by bridging the gap between education, technology, and media. His educational programming models have reached thousands of participants across international higher education and municipal systems.
Listen TODAY to hear how Robert supports our future leaders with opportunities!
Robert Gould on Instagram: @thergexperience
RG Media Affiliates: https://thermafirm.org/
Creating Good Website: creatinggood.co
Creating Good on Instagram: @creatinggood.co
Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast is handcrafted by our friends at Fame.
Sep 16, 2025
49 min

Welcome to this episode of the Creating Good podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people who are passionate about creating good in the world and how they do it!
On this episode, Matt Barnes, host and founder of Creating Good, sat down with Curtis McCullom, CEO of Bespoke Human Potential Coaching.
Curtis uses over 30 years of coaching and speaking expertise to help leaders unlock their potential, find clarity, and maximize their success. His programs focus on transformation: mindset shifts, habit shaping, and emotional freedom.
Tune in today to hear how Curtis uses proven techniques to change lives!
Learn more about Bespoke Human Potential Coaching: https://bespokehumanpotentialcoaching.com/
Creating Good Website: creatinggood.co
Creating Good on Instagram: @creatinggood.co
Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast is handcrafted by our friends at Fame.
Sep 9, 2025
43 min

Welcome to this episode of the Creating Good podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people who are passionate about creating good in the world and how they do it!
On this episode, Matt Barnes, host and founder of Creating Good, sat down with Shamara Noriega, founder of Kingdom Kismet, a realm of viable connections for networking designed to build each other up.
Tune in today to hear how Shamara is creating opportunities for others to spark career momentum!
Kingdom Kismet on Instagram: @kingdomkismet
Creating Good Website: creatinggood.co
Creating Good on Instagram: @creatinggood.co
Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast is handcrafted by our friends at Fame.
Sep 2, 2025
58 min

Welcome to this episode of the Creating Good podcast, brought to you by Rogue Creatives, made to connect with and learn from people who are passionate about creating good in the world and how they do it!
On this episode, Matt Barnes, host and founder of Creating Good, sat down with Trish Becker-Hafnor, executive director of The Cohousing Association of the US, a nonprofit focused on building connections through community-based housing models.
“Cohousing is an intentional, collaborative neighborhood that combines private homes with shared indoor and outdoor spaces designed to support an active and interdependent community life.”
Tune in today to hear how CohoUS is creating brighter communities!
Learn more about The Cohousing Association of the US: https://www.cohousing.org/
Creating Good Website: creatinggood.co
Creating Good on Instagram: @creatinggood.co
Creating Good with Matt Barnes Podcast is handcrafted by our friends at Fame.
Aug 26, 2025
34 min
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