I Picked Up a Stranger and It Changed Both Our Lives #LightTheWorld
When Tucson mom Rachel Scholes stopped to help a homeless woman on the side of the road, she didn’t know what to do next. Years later, she learned that her small act of kindness had changed a life forever.
This heartwarming true story reminds us that no act of service is wasted even when it feels small or inconvenient.
This episode is part of the “Light the World” initiative, a global invitation from The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to spread light and serve others during the holiday season. Learn more and find ways you can serve at https://www.lighttheworld.org/.
Episode transcript - https://uncomfypodcastbyu.blogspot.com/2025/12/i-picked-up-stranger-and-it-changed.html
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction
00:11 Light the World
00:40 Rachel's Story: An Ordinary Morning in Tucson
01:30 Meeting Jackie
03:01 Bringing Jackie Home
09:15 The Unexpected Reunion
13:20 Reflections on Service and Faith
16:03 Conclusion
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The Disagreement Julie Rose Wishes She Handled Better
This week, we’re sharing something a little different on Uncomfy. Our host, Julie Rose, joins Michael Lee on his podcast When We Disagree—a show about arguments, why we have them, and what they teach us about ourselves.
In this conversation, Julie opens up about one of her deepest regrets: a long-running disagreement with her late mother over what news she watched. It’s a raw, personal reflection on how our emotions can block us from seeing the people we love with compassion and curiosity.
Listen to more episodes of When We Disagree - https://whenwedisagree.buzzsprout.com/2311101
Connect with Julie on social media - https://linktr.ee/i_am_julie_rose
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to Uncomfy and When We Disagree
04:02 Julie's Story – A Disagreement with Her Late Mother
12:01 Reflecting on Regrets and Lessons Learned
22:42 Conclusion
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Fighting For What You Want Without Things Getting Ugly – Alexis Morgan
Is it possible to keep heated political debates from devolving into name calling and ugliness?
In this episode of Uncomfy, host Julie Rose sits down with Idaho public education Alexis Morgan. Morgan shares how The Dignity Index reshaped her approach to conflict—especially during Idaho’s heated debate over a controversial school voucher law.
From moderating tense town halls to facing opponents in court, Alexis opens up about the emotional toll of advocacy, how she bridges divides without backing down, and why she believes dignity isn’t just a tool but a mindset.
In this episode:
- The Idaho school voucher fight and what it reveals about political division
- How The Dignity Index helps people disagree without dehumanizing
- Real-world examples of turning tension into understanding
- Why treating opponents with respect might be the strongest strategy of all
Alexis Morgan is former president of the Idaho state PTA and host of the Purple Zone podcast.
Learn more about The Dignity Index: https://dignity.us
Listen to The Purple Zone: https://www.thealexismorgan.com/the-purple-zone
Episode transcript - https://uncomfypodcastbyu.blogspot.com/2025/11/fighting-for-what-you-want-without.html
CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:51 The Heated Debate on Idaho's School Voucher Law
01:23 Introducing Alexis Morgan
01:57 Uncomfy Moment at a Town Hall Meeting
05:21 Handling Conflict with Dignity
07:49 Discovering The Dignity Index
14:23 Applying Dignity in Advocacy
18:39 Outro and Additional Resources
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Can We Disagree Without Contempt? — Tim Shriver (The Dignity Index)
What if you could disagree with someone — even someone who attacks your beliefs — without losing your cool or your dignity?
Tim Shriver, chairman of Special Olympics International and co-creator of The Dignity Index, joins host Julie Rose to unpack how contempt creeps into our conversations and how to replace it with curiosity, humility, and respect.
Together they explore:
- What “The Dignity Index” is and how it evaluates our dialogue
- Why we often find contempt hiding inside ourselves
- How to respond with dignity when someone lashes out
- Why kindness isn’t weakness but power
Learn more about The Dignity Index: https://www.dignity.us
Episode transcript - https://uncomfypodcastbyu.blogspot.com/2025/11/can-we-disagree-without-contempt-tim.html
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction
00:38 Meet Tim Shriver: Special Olympics and The Dignity Index
03:48 Understanding The Dignity Index Scale
07:51 The Power of Words and Dignity
08:51 Responding to Personal Attacks with Dignity
13:54 Changing the Culture of Contempt
17:21 Conclusion
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How One Citizen Got Congress to Work Together on Climate Change — Jay Butera and Sam Daley-Harris
What does it really take to make your voice heard in Congress?
In this episode, Host Julie Rose talks with Sam Daley-Harris, founder of RESULTS and Civic Courage, and Jay Butera, the citizen advocate who helped create the bipartisan Climate Solutions Caucus in Congress.
Jay shares how he spent three years hearing “no” before finally convincing one Republican member of Congress to say “yes” to working across the aisle on climate change. Sam explains how transformational advocacy—showing up, building trust, and listening deeply—can turn ordinary citizens into powerful changemakers.
Sam’s book, Reclaiming Our Democracy: Every Citizen's Guide to Transformational Advocacy - https://reclaimingourdemocracy.com/
Get in touch with Sam – https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCQuqj-4O2eh4Sfy_E-dfVntbPlqg1A4T4oQ8E2J0nuZbD-w/viewform
Climate Solutions Caucus - https://climatesolutionscaucus-garbarino.house.gov/
Top of Mind episode on what to do if you’re feeling unheard by Congress - https://www.byuradio.org/feeling-unheard-by-congress-heres-what-you-need-to-know
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction
00:38 Meet Sam Daley-Harris and Jay Butera
01:14 The Birth of the Climate Solutions Caucus
02:07 Challenges and Breakthroughs in Advocacy
05:33 Building Relationships in Congress
08:09 The Turning Point: Congressman Curbelo's Involvement
12:06 Impact and Reflections on Advocacy
17:49 Final Thoughts and Encouragement
About Uncomfy: Sticking with Moments That Challenge Us
Real stories from guests who dared to get uncomfortable in a moment that challenged their worldview. In the thick of intense emotions, they chose to stay curious and open, rather than lash out or shy away, and came out the other side with stronger relationships, clearer beliefs, and increased confidence. And you can do it too!
So, if you:
• Want to engage with others on important topics but aren’t sure how,
OR
• Are burned out on social media and wish you could bring the humanity back into discussions online or in real life,
Look no further! Whether you're a seasoned seeker of new ideas or just dipping your toes into the uncomfy waters, this podcast is your go-to destination for learning how to improve your communication, disagree more productively, and be a more inspired leader.
In such a polarized world, we believe learning how to stick with moments that challenge us, without getting defensive or shutting down, is a direct antidote for division.
Are you ready to lean in, listen up, and get uncomfy with us? Let's dive in together!
Uncomfy: Sticking with Moments that Challenge Us is hosted by journalist Julie Rose and is a BYUradio production.
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