Netflix's Sweet Magnolias star Joanna Garcia Swisher believes kindness starts with showing up. The beloved actor, producer, director and entrepreneur returns to The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul to discuss the return of Sweet Magnolias, the power of community, and why the relationships we nurture matter more than any career milestone. Jo opens up about directing some of the series' most emotional episodes yet, the life-changing friendships she's built through decades in Hollywood, and how a simple act of being present can help people feel seen. In this positive podcast, you'll hear: The surprising difference between talent and longevity Her favorite lesson from directing Sweet Magnolias How friendship becomes more meaningful with age The healing power of community The self-care habit she swears by during long days Why "showing up" is her ultimate kindness philosophy Plus, Jo shares stories from filming Sweet Magnolias Season 5 in New York City, building her lifestyle brand Rolling Clover, and the unexpected moments that reminded her to stay grateful. JOANNA GARCIA SWISHER is a multi-hyphenate dynamo – an actress, producer and entrepreneur.  You know her as the lead in the Netflix global success SWEET MAGNOLIAS. While she’s not on-camera, JoAnna is flexing as a creative powerhouse as the Founder of the popular lifestyle platform and production company ROLLING CLOVER where she interacts with her 1.1 million loyal followers on new recipes, book suggestions, decor, and entertainment.  Got kindness tips or stories? Please email us: ⁠[email protected]⁠ Follow Jo: ⁠@jogarciaswisher Follow us: ⁠@artofkindnesspod⁠ / ⁠@robpeterpaul⁠ Support the show! (⁠https://www.buymeacoffee.com/theaok⁠) Music: "Awake" by Ricky Alvarez & "Sunshine" by Lemon Music Studio. Additional music licensed through Soundstripe. Code: MZU7IMLYX3T5WFFI We are supported by the Broadway Podcast Network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices