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Empowering Young Adults Through Real-World Mentorship with Peter Russell

Author
RBL Media
Published
Tue 24 Jun 2025
Episode Link
https://rblmedia.co

Peter Russell, founder and CEO of Kindling, joins me for a deeply insightful conversation about building one of the most transformative online learning experiences for young adults aged 18–29. In this episode, we explore the intention behind Kindling, a video-based mentorship platform that blends soft and hard skills through storytelling, unscripted group sessions, and real-time transformation. Peter walks us through how the program fosters self-awareness, character development, networking savvy, emotional intelligence, and interviewing skills—all delivered through the lens of relatable young adults navigating real challenges.

The episode goes behind the scenes of the Kindling filming process, conducted in a Philadelphia warehouse during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic. Peter shares how 12 diverse young adults became the heart of the curriculum and how their growth mirrors what participants will experience themselves. We also explore Peter’s family legacy and the inspiring story of his grandfather’s journey from Sicily to the U.S., a narrative of resilience, generosity, and mentorship that seeded Peter’s vision for Kindling. With a focus on timeless wisdom, practical journaling, and the science of human connection, this episode is a must-listen for educators, mentors, and anyone invested in helping the next generation thrive.

About Peter Russell

Peter Russell is the founder and CEO of Kindling, a personal and professional development platform built to help young adults cultivate self-awareness, resilience, and confidence through real-world mentorship. Drawing on 30 years as a senior executive in media and a lifetime of mentoring experience, Peter created Kindling to address the gap between traditional education and the skills needed to succeed in modern life. Inspired by a legacy of service, compassion, and grit from his grandfather’s immigrant story, Peter has designed Kindling to ignite inner transformation—one young adult at a time.

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