We seek out thinkers, professionals, cultural voices, and ordinary people with extraordinary insights. Our guests bring diverse perspectives, lived experience, and the courage to engage with difficult questions.
Who We Invite
Thinkers
Philosophers, academics, and intellectuals who bring theoretical frameworks to lived experience. They help us understand the deeper structures underlying our everyday challenges.
Philosophers
Academics
Researchers
Theorist
Professionals
Leaders and practitioners navigating complex ethical terrain in their fields. They offer real-world perspectives on applying abstract principles in concrete situations.
CEOs
Legal scholars
Medical professionals
Policy makers
Cultural Voices
Artists, writers, and creators who shape the stories we tell ourselves. They help us see culture with fresh eyes and challenge dominant narratives.
Novelists
Filmmakers
Poets
Musicians
Visual artists
Ordinary People
Individuals with extraordinary insights born from lived experience. They remind us that wisdom doesn't require credentials—it requires attention, courage, and reflection.
Community organizers
Activists
Frontline workers
Local leaders
What We Look For
Intellectual Courage
We want guests willing to explore uncomfortable territory, challenge their own assumptions, and engage with ideas that don't fit neatly into their worldview.
Depth Over Platform
We don't care about follower counts. We care about substance, insight, and the ability to think deeply about complex topics. The best guests often aren't the most famous ones.
Genuine Curiosity
Great conversations require listening, not just broadcasting. We seek guests who are genuinely interested in exploring ideas, not just promoting their own.
Willingness to Disagree
We value guests who can engage productively with disagreement—who see it as an opportunity for growth rather than a threat to be neutralized.
Sarah Chen is a philosopher specializing in epistemology and belief systems. Her work explores how our certainties shape reality and the role of doubt in intellectual growth.
Episode: The Architecture of Belief
Philosophers
Academics
Rev. Michael Thompson
Theologian
Michael Thompson has spent 25 years in ministry while questioning the foundations of certainty. He writes about faith, doubt, and the evolving nature of spiritual practice.
Episode: Faith Without Certainty
Faith & Belief
Nina Kim
Tech CEO & Ethicist
Nina Kim founded a successful tech company and now advises on the ethical implications of technology at scale. She studies power, accountability, and corporate responsibility.
Episode: The Responsibility of Influence
Power & Responsibility
Governance & Power
How We Choose Guests
1
Nomination
Community members, past guests, and our team nominate potential guests
2
Research
We dive deep into their work, writing, and public conversations
3
Conversation
We have a preliminary chat to explore fit and mutual interest
4
Recording
If it's a good fit, we schedule a full episode recording
Nominate a Guest
Know someone who would make a great guest? We welcome nominations from our community. Catalyst members get priority consideration for their nominations.
We're always looking for compelling voices with something meaningful to say. If you have expertise, experience, or insights that align with our themes— identity, governance, faith, tradition, power—we'd love to hear from you.
Please note: We prioritize depth over credentials and substance over platform. We're looking for people willing to engage in genuine dialogue, not promotional opportunities.
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