John Moran shares how raising his daughter Willa, who has Down syndrome, transformed him from an agenda-driven leader into someone who leads with patience, presence, and genuine curiosity about others.
Through Willa's natural ability to be fully present and connect without agenda, John learned to let go of control, listen more deeply, and see the greatness in everyone around him. This vulnerability translated directly into his workplace, creating a culture where his team feels genuinely cared for and empowered to own their vision.
4 Mar 2026
Polly Culp | Think of Others More Than of Yourself
Chad talks with Polly Culp about her superpower of making people feel seen and special. She talks about learning to set tables at camp "as though Christ is going to sit there," her favorite scripture about thinking more of others than yourself, and why genuine curiosity beats any agenda. Polly also shares how her dad modeled loving people, and why the treasure she finds in others fills her cup every single day.
21 Jan 2026
Mark Romig | Finding Ways to Give Back
Chad talks with Mark Romig (voice of the New Orleans Saints and Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer at New Orleans & Company) about a life spent giving back. He talks about growing up with 23 foster babies rotating through his house, why he looks for volunteer work on resumes when hiring, and how his parents modeled a life of service. Mark also explains how to find the right organization to volunteer with by matching your passion to a need, and why teamwork learned through sports or Greek life matters.
6 Nov 2025
Taylor Hughes | Nobody Else Is Dreaming Your Dream
Chad interviews Taylor Hughes, an author and speaker, who reveals how to connect with others through storytelling and genuine interest, ultimately helping listeners pursue their true passions.
23 Oct 2025
Oak Smith Pt 2 | How to Manage a Stressful Workplace
Oak Smith discusses the high suicide rates among correctional officers, the trauma they experience, and the importance of peer support programs in an interview with Chad.
9 Oct 2025
Oak Smith Pt 1 | My Job as a Prison Warden Wasn't to Punish
Former Warden Oak Smith describes to Chad how his perspective shifted during his 27 years at San Quentin, as he came to understand the prison environment itself inflicts punishment, in this interview.
28 Aug 2025
Nestor Benavides | Fierce Conversations
Host Chad speaks with Nestor Benavides, a renowned expert in difficult dialogues, about the crucial importance of confronting uncomfortable conversations to foster growth and positive outcomes.
14 Aug 2025
Carter Leak | Guiding the Hurting to Hope
Host Chad interviews Carter Leak, CEO of Bank of St. Francisville, as he shares insights on building community by leading with vulnerability and guiding the hurting to hope.
30 Jul 2025
Allen Richey | Risk and Rigor: Finding the Sweet Spot
Allen Richey, PacTec COO, explores the importance of clear expectations and rigorous interviewing techniques in the workplace, revealing how vulnerability and well-defined job descriptions foster a culture of growth in this interview.
23 Jul 2025
Jay Thompson | Growing People to Build a Meaningful Business
Jay Thompson, CEO of SITECH, discusses with Chad the challenge of prioritizing people development to cultivate a meaningful business, including strategies for placing employees in suitable roles and fostering a culture of gratitude in this interview.
9 Jul 2025
Nate Hill - Surrendering To A Bigger Plan
Young Life Regional Director Nate Hill discusses surrendering to a larger plan and discerning between personal desires and divine guidance in this interview.
25 Jun 2025
Lawson Eicher | Building Culture Over Quick Wins
Chad interviews Lawson Eicher, VP of Operations at SITECH, who describes her career journey and how she prioritizes cultural fit over skills to develop people and foster growth at SITECH.
12 Jun 2025
Mona Remondet | Creating Safe Spaces at Work
Mona Remondet discusses building trust and a family culture to create safe spaces at work, which drives growth and employee retention; this is an interview.
29 May 2025
Amanda Roman | How To Fix Broken Hiring
Amanda Roman discusses with Chad how data-driven processes and pre-hire assessments improve hiring, sharing stories of wins and mistakes to help companies create successful hiring strategies in this interview.
14 May 2025
Nestor Benavides | The Art of Harmonious Leadership: Balancing Vision and Reality in Business
In this episode, we explore the concept of harmony in leadership and hiring. Our guest shares wisdom about balancing vision with reality, recognizing potential in others, and creating meaningful connections in business relationships. The discussion delves into how authentic leadership requires acknowledging "the is" – the unbiased truth of any situation – while working toward a vision of what could be. This conversation is full of practical perspectives on how leaders can build teams that thrive through authentic connection, strategic clarity, and genuine care.
30 Apr 2025
Meredith Eicher | The Power of Vulnerability in Leadership & Hiring
In this insightful conversation, Chad speaks with leadership coach Meredith Eicher about the transformative power of vulnerability in business relationships. Meredith shares her unique approach to connecting with people through intentional conversation and authentic presence, explaining how vulnerability creates stronger connections in leadership, coaching, and hiring processes.
17 Apr 2025
Bob Goff | Connecting with the Right People in Your Life
Bob Goff shares his down-to-earth approach to finding and keeping amazing people in your life. He shares how seeing the best in others creates deeper connections and more joy in everyday life.
2 Apr 2025
Human-Centric Recruiting with Sarah Taylor
Sarah Taylor returns to discuss her journey through human-centric recruiting which has brought her to starting her own company 4C HR Consulting.
1 Apr 2025
Welcome to The Caring For Strangers Podcast | Sarah Taylor Introduces Chad
In the debut episode of "Caring For Strangers," host Chad Heiser shares his journey of becoming a purpose-driven recruiter with special guest host Sarah Taylor. Chad shares his core philosophy that transforming the hiring process starts with simply caring for the stranger who walks through your door. Putting humanity at the center of recruitment creates better outcomes for both employers and candidates.
Who has been a guest on Caring For Strangers
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Taylor Hughes
Oak Smith
Nestor Benavides
Carter Leak
Allen Richey
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Apple Podcasts (US)
5.0 / 5
6 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
7 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 28 / 100
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36
Social presence
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YouTube
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Engagement
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