bruce Owen Watkins

StorytelleR - Writer - Podcaster - Explorer

An Unconventional Voice - About
Bruce Owen Watkins

Bruce Owen Watkins is a creative spirit who was swept up in the entertainment, technology, and business world.  After several life-changing events (including surviving a life-threatening Cancer diagnosis), he broke free to follow his heart to return to his creative roots. Bruce gave up his conventional life, gave away most of his possessions, and began traveling, writing, speaking, and producing media to share stories about the beauty of the World, the Human story, the impact of meaning and connection, positive life transformations, and the impact of giving back.

His adventures, cultural explorations, and unique storytelling continue with Bruce’s latest giving back effort, the Our Cancer Journey Podcast and his valuable Service Articles.

Click Here to read more about Bruce, and find out about Bruce’s future discoveries and new creative works.

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Media - Writings - Advocacy

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The Our Cancer Journey Podcast

The Our Cancer Journey Podcast is a unique voice in the Cancer community.  It is a place for those impacted by Cancer, their caregivers, loved ones, and those wishing to prevent illness.  Together, Bruce, his engaging guests, and the audience explore ways to help us all feel better, live happier, expand our self-empowerment, and enhance our life experience.

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Articles, Posts
& Other Writings

Bruce contributes articles and stories to a variety of media outlets and publications. His content ranges from cultural exploration stories and service pieces on life-optimizing strategies, to “marginally-humorous” musings about people, places, and curious discoveries.  

Click ‘Learn More‘ to see Bruce’s article in Best Self Magazine.

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'Exploring'
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Bruce Watkins
Blog & Podcast

COMING SOON!  Bruce returns to his unique storytelling roots with his upcoming highly personal World travel story website that will launch soon.  The new site and its companion, the “Exploring with Bruce Watkins” Podcast, will feature entertaining and inspirational experiences from Bruce’s world travel adventures, and insightful guests from places far and wide. Stay Tuned to learn more about the Launch Dates!

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Featured Stories

Recent Posts

Life Advocacy Media

Our Cancer Journey

COMING SOON!  

Launching in Fall 2020, the OurCancerJourney.com space will provide Insights, Practical Strategies and Unconventional Wisdom for patients, caregivers and loved ones.  Guiding people through the early stages of diagnosis, ongoing treatments, and then recovery, the content is designed to enhance survivorship and optimize life throughout and after Cancer.

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Articles / Writings

Bruce contributes stories and articles to a variety of institutional and general publications. Click ‘Learn More’ to see Bruce’s latest article, to receive updates about future published pieces or to inquire about contribution / partnership opportunities with Bruce.  

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Life Optimizing Programs

COMING SOON!  

December 2020 – Two online programs are scheduled to be released: One to support newly diagnosed cancer patients and their loved ones; And, one that features accessible and practical Life Optimizing strategies. Click ‘Learn More’ to receive updates on these upcoming  beneficial programs.

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Giving Back & Volunteer Travel Advocate

Humanitarian Support

A long-time supporter of many charities, Bruce was honored when asked to serve as a Director on the Board of Directors of the Los Angeles Region of the American Red Cross in 2016.  He contributed to this beloved charity through board oversight and support of Disaster Relief, Staff Operations, and Red Cross Marketing efforts. 

In 2020, Bruce stepped away from his ARC Board duties due to his extended travels, but he remains committed to the Red Cross, the World’s leading humanitarian organization, and its inclusive mission.  Click Here to learn about the many contributions of the American Red Cross, and click ‘Learn More‘ to discover more about the Worldwide International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent and its disaster relief mission.

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Bruce with NASA Astronaut Garrett Reisman at L.A. American Red Cross Volunteer Awards Ceremony

Volunteer Travel

Stories of hope, Meaning AND participation

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Giving Back Advocate

Bruce’s minimalist orientation and belief that meaningful human connections are more important than things, are two of the foundational elements of his content and his advocacy. His support for and sharing stories about volunteerism, the gift economy, and building bridges between diverse peoples are part of his creative mission.  

Through his articles, storytelling and podcasts, he helps individuals move away from conventional mindsets that separate us, and motivates us to look at the world differently. 

See Bruce’s media for stories of giving-back, and of individuals and organizations that, through being of service, help and support others.

Giving Back Stories

Personal Giving Back

Destinations Explored
Exploring With Bruce

Although I am blessed to have visited some beautiful locations, my inspiration for travel is not driven by a ‘Bucket List,’ or tracking the number of countries I have visited.  For me, physical destinations are just gateways to a deeper place of meaning.  The wonder comes from experiencing the people, history, cultures, and the eternal natural beauty that surrounds us wherever we are.  Your next transformational journey awaits you outside your own front door.

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Work With Bruce

Bruce is an experienced presenter, public speaker, spokesperson, and interviewee.  His perspectives on Professional & Personal Life Improvement, Lifestyle Medicine, Cancer Patient & Caregiver Support, Non-Consumerism Approaches, Meaningful Travel, Human Connection promotion, and Giving Back Advocacy provide a complementary and engaging addition to any public discussion forum, speaker series, group event, or facilitation exercise. 

Bruce taps the decades of rich and unique communication experiences he gained as a top corporate leader, and combines them with his diverse background as an entertainment marketer, creator, and content producer to lend an authoritative and yet accessible voice to a range of topics that touch on personal, organizational, and social issues. 

Selected Partners - Affiliates - Charities

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What People Are Saying .......

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"Bruce's stories celebrate life and self expansion in a lovely and elegant way. I'm enjoying discovery and wonder through his journey"

Mary T. 

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"He is more than just an inspirational speaker. I have seen first-hand Bruce's profound impact on cancer survivors in our community.”

Bin M. 

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"So, real, fresh, and informative. Kudos for delivering what we need. Bruce’s authenticity and genuine desire to build community with this listeners makes him the perfect podcast host."

C.M.D. 

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" Two Words.... Inspirational Badassery!!!"

Robert E.