Mode To Joy
Claim This Podcastby Monica Lyle
Podcast Overview
<p>Mode To Joy celebrates the people who figured it out - everyone who does what they love and loves what they do.</p><p></p><p>In each episode we'll sit down with someone who answered the question you're asking: what would it look like to wake up and do work that I’m genuinely passionate about?</p><p></p><p>From leaders, artists, and athletes, to influencers, scientists, and more, we dig into their real stories and ask the real questions: How did you discover this was possible? What was the turning point? What does your day look like now? What impact do you wish to make in the world? What have you learned along the way? What would you tell others?</p><p></p><p>By the end of each episode, you're going to have a clearer path to follow to achieve what your version of passion meets profession - looks like. Because if they can turn their passion into their life's work, the path exists for you too.</p>
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5/16/2026
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July 27, 2026
Ep. 6: Trailblazing Creator
<p>What happens when your “weird little hobby” turns into a community of 10 million followers, a James Beard Award, an Emmy, a Smithsonian feature, a university lecture circuit, a global following, and a debut book that hit number one on Amazon before it even came out? You get Alexis Nikole Nelson, also known as the Black Forager, and one of the most joyful, grounded, and trailblazing voices on the internet today.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, Monica sits down with her cousin Alexis for an honest, funny, and deeply inspiring conversation about foraging, content creation, and what it really looks like to build a career out of something that genuinely lights you up.</p><p></p><p>Alexis opens up about the pandemic TikTok post that started it all, the New York Times interview that made her realize she couldn't keep living a double life, why she turned down brand deals that didn't align with her values even when it cost her money, and how she built a different kind of success by leading with joy and curiosity every single day. She also gives us a peek inside her runaway hit of a debut book, “Happy Snacking Don’t Die,”</p><p></p><p>Equal parts heart, smarts, and humor, this one will make you want to go outside and pay attention to what's growing around you, and you just might grow in knowledge along the way.</p><p></p><p>For the full show notes, visit <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.renewalfuel.com/modetojoy-alexis-nikole-nelson" target="_blank">https://www.renewalfuel.com/modetojoy-alexis-nikole-nelson</a></p><p></p><p>Here are a few ways to connect:</p><ul><li>Subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode</li><li>Follow Renewal Fuel on<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/renewalfuel/" target="_blank"> Instagram</a></li><li>Connect with us on<a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/monica-lyle-57143b2/" target="_blank"> LinkedIn</a></li></ul>
July 17, 2026
Ep. 5: Entrepreneur For Good
<p>What does it mean to truly nourish the community? What does it take to grow a social good business from 100 meals a day to 30,000, become employee-owned, survive a pandemic on the front lines, and then launch a whole new nonprofit because the need is still not fully met? For Sheldon Lloyd, it looks like just another chapter.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, Monica sits down with her longtime friend and co-founder of City Fresh Foods, a Boston institution that has spent more than 30 years feeding seniors, school kids, and communities while quietly building generational wealth for the people who work there. Sheldon shares the real story behind the growth, including the bank that said no, the pandemic deliveries he made himself when drivers called out, and the Juneteenth moment when City Fresh became employee-owned. He also opens up about his new nonprofit venture, Family Fresh, a supper club model bringing healthy, dignified meals to community spaces for $5 or less.</p><p></p><p>If you have ever wondered what it looks like to let a mission carry you through 30-plus years of building something real, this one is for you.</p><p></p><p>For the full show notes, <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.renewalfuel.com/modetojoy-sheldonlloyd" target="_blank">visit the full episode page on our website here.</a></p><p></p><p>Be sure to follow Mode to Joy for new episodes, and connect with us on Instagram <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/renewalfuel/" target="_blank">@renewalfuel</a></p>
June 29, 2026
Ep. 4: Reef Rescuer
<p>It started when Chris LaFranchi was six years old. His uncle dunked his head into a California tide pool, and a water world fascination began that day that ultimately led him to his current calling. Decades later, that moment of childhood wonder is the foundation of One Reef Worldwide Stewardship, a nonprofit he founded that partners directly with Indigenous Pacific Island communities across seven countries to protect coral reefs, preserve ancient cultures, and build resilience in the face of a changing climate.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, Monica sits down with Chris for a wide-ranging conversation about following a spark across a lifetime, what Pacific Island elders taught him about humility and conservation, and why helping other people succeed became his greatest source of energy. He also opens up about the very real challenges of building a nonprofit from scratch, including moments of inspiration and moments of self doubt and learning to unlearn everything his formal education had told him about solving problems.</p><p></p><p>If you have ever felt called toward something bigger than yourself and wondered whether you are the right person to pursue it, this one is for you.</p><p></p><p><b>Connect</b></p><p>Follow Mode to Joy for new episodes wherever you listen to podcasts, and connect with us on Instagram <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/renewalfuel/" target="_blank">@renewalfuel</a>.</p>
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- What is Mode To Joy?
<p>Mode To Joy celebrates the people who figured it out - everyone who does what they love and loves what they do.</p><p></p><p>In each episode we'll sit down with someone who answered the question you're asking: what would it look like to wake up and do work that I’m genuinely passionate about?</p><p></p><p>From leaders, artists, and athletes, to influencers, scientists, and more, we dig into their real stories and ask the real questions: How did you discover this was possible? What was the turning point? What does your day look like now? What impact do you wish to make in the world? What have you learned along the way? What would you tell others?</p><p></p><p>By the end of each episode, you're going to have a clearer path to follow to achieve what your version of passion meets profession - looks like. Because if they can turn their passion into their life's work, the path exists for you too.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
- Where can I listen to this podcast?
This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
- Does this podcast accept guests?
Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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