12 Summers

I interviewed the author of the upcoming book, The Essential Guide for the Married Man. I learned so many amazing lessons from this book and from out talk. This book will be available on Amazon soon.

Dr. Daniel Hoover has a rare combination of skills that adds to the depth of knowledge that he passes onto his patients and students. He is a doctor of Chiropractic, licensed Acupuncturist, Master Herbalist, certified Chiropractic Sports Medicine Practitioner, Ironman, 5th degree black belt in Shaolin Kempo, and Tai Chi Master. In an effort to create a more comprehensive holistic approach to healing, Dr. Hoover founded SOHMA Integrative Health Center™ . He merged the School of Healing Martial Arts™ into SOHMA to bring together ancient wisdom with modern practices.SOHMA Integrative Health CenterFB: @sohmahealth IG: @sohma_health @drdanielhoover linkedin.com/in/drdanielhoover sohma.org ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Kao Lee is an author, sales trainer, and motivational speaker living in Reno, Nevada. Kao was born in Laos in 1979 and lived in Chieng Kham Refugee Camp in Thailand until 1987 before coming to the U.S. when he was 8 years old. His proudest achievement was being the first Hmong valedictorian of his high school and the first in his large extended family to graduate from college. He has worked for several Fortune 500 companies, managed stores and people, been a top sales rep, and owned several businesses. His ultimate dream is to give back to the Hmong people and all the poor and disadvantaged people of the world, by providing education and showing them that no matter where you are in life, no matter how and where you were born, you have what it takes to make a difference in this world.BOLO Grouphttps://www.instagram.com/bololeeofficial/?hl=en  

Logan Stone is a Director and DP of films, music videos, social content, and commercial branded content.Bio of Logan Stone As a filmmaker, I've learned that it's not about the camera, the lens, or the gear that's important; it's all about the story! I dive deep into the art of storytelling and tell some along the way. For non-filmmakers, there is not a part of your life that can't be improved by telling better stories. Business, dating, friendships, creatively, the list goes on... RECOGNITIONBest Director in Drama - Verizon Wireless Reel Talent (2015)Best Director - LA Fine Art Film Festival (2015)Second-Place Silver Screen Award - US International Film & Video Festival (2015)Best Narrative Short (Nomination) - Burbank International Film Festival (2015)Best Editing (Nomination) - Los Angeles Film Review Independent Film Awards (2015)Business or Personal BrandCinestone Pictures Social media and websitehttps://www.instagram.com/loganstonefilms/https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHwt6kM188UDBGZPPEr1oBg/abouthttps://www.loganstone.com/story-generator

Kevin Bass BioI was born and raised in Lincoln Nebraska, lived there for 21 years, luckily my grandparents on my moms side were cultured and loved to travel. They took me on many trips to various places around the world. On one side I have the kind and polite midwesterner, happy and content with the way things are, on the other side I have the hunger for travel, adventure and excitement. A drive to do better, be my best, and explore. A week before I turned 21 I moved to Menlo Park, California to go to school and start a career in robotics. in 1999 I was chosen for an internship at NASA Ames and worked my way into the robotics dept. I have worked at multiple NASA centers including spending 10 years at NASA JSC in Houston, Tx. Moved on to work for a startup building space vehicles and drones in Antarctica, then moved to LA to work with a company building the robotic arm for the Mars Rover. I never did finish my B.S. Degree. All of my life has been focused around robotics and transformational work/leadership training and coaching. I am now at a point where I am not doing either of those, now, the question is what's next?Bass Techhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBclPVFULrR8VPtHpxZVR_w 

Kao Lee is an author, sales trainer, and motivational speaker living in Reno, Nevada. Kao was born in Laos in 1979 and lived in Chieng Kham Refugee Camp in Thailand until 1987 before coming to the U.S. when he was 8 years old. His proudest achievement was being the first Hmong valedictorian of his high school and the first in his large extended family to graduate from college. He has worked for several Fortune 500 companies, managed stores and people, been a top sales rep, and owned several businesses. His ultimate dream is to give back to the Hmong people and all the poor and disadvantaged people of the world, by providing education and showing them that no matter where you are in life, no matter how and where you were born, you have what it takes to make a difference in this world.BOLO Grouphttps://www.instagram.com/bololeeofficial/?hl=en~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~Dr. Daniel Hoover has a rare combination of skills that adds to the depth of knowledge that he passes onto his patients and students. He is a doctor of Chiropractic, licensed Acupuncturist, Master Herbalist, certified Chiropractic Sports Medicine Practitioner, Ironman, 5th degree black belt in Shaolin Kempo, and Tai Chi Master. In an effort to create a more comprehensive holistic approach to healing, Dr. Hoover founded SOHMA Integrative Health Center™ . He merged the School of Healing Martial Arts™ into SOHMA to bring together ancient wisdom with modern practices.SOHMA Integrative Health CenterFB: @sohmahealth IG: @sohma_health @drdanielhoover linkedin.com/in/drdanielhoover sohma.org 

Yerasimos is a transformational bodyworker and guide for optimal health where his focus is on helping motivated individuals take personal responsibility for their health on all levels, connect more deeply with themselves, and overcome patterns of self-sabotage so that they can live with more vitality, presence, and integrity. He is also the creator of “Somatic Freedom: A Pathway to True Health,” which is a powerful full-day event for men where he takes them through various physical practices to unblock stagnant energy and release excess stress, tension, and trauma from their bodies and nervous systems. Healing with Yerasimoshttp://www.healingwithyerasimos.com/ http://www.facebook.com/yerasimos http://www.instagram.com/healingwithyerasimos 

Sara is a certified Ayurvedic diet and lifestyle counselor, postpartum doula and ceremonial musician. She offers personal health consultations, workshops, and loving, in-home care for new mothers and families. Sara lends her tender, poetic music to sacred spaces and ceremonies, including rites of passage celebrations, meditation circles and therapeutic healing sessions. Reach her at emmitts16@gmail.com. Find her music at https://theemmittsisters.bandcamp.com/album/moon-over-mountains. Venmo: @emmitts

Dr. Lin helps mission driven entrepreneurs in transition amplify their mojo so they can 10x their business of meaning, purpose, and impact without wasting precious time or energy.You can find him on cklin.com

Gavin Masumiya believes that the quality of your life comes from the quality of your communication. As a mindset coach and speaker, over the past four years, he has worked with both men and women from technology, finance, education, to the US Armed Services. Gavin uniquely blends his love for public speaking and coaching to help millennial leaders infuse authentic human connection into their products, services, and lives. He is the founder of Take Back Your Human, a 90-day group program that transforms how we relate to each other in a digital world, and a co-founder of Flowmasters, a creative collaboration for raw therapeutic self-expression.

Pro/Catch Wrestler in the IGF. Strength coach to the willing and dedicated.Owner-operator at The Virtus Strength Club

Brian Begin is the founder of FEARLESS. Brian helps students build deep, elite levels of confidence that allow them to achieve success and connect with people at degrees they never believed possible. He is passionate about guiding people in the pursuit of their “dream life.” Brian does this by helping them get underneath the layers of social conditioning and (often unconscious) fears they’ve picked up throughout life to find their most authentic, FEARLESS selves.Brian specializes in presence work: getting people “out of their heads” (over-analysis) and into a deeper, more conscious relationship with their bodies. This helps students eliminate the noise of their minds and identify the true insecurities, fears, and limiting beliefs that are holding them back. They can then strip all that away to build authentic confidence, be more present to connect with others at profound levels, and find the drive to achieve world-class success. Dating is just one of the specialties at FEARLESS – the confidence and other internal work Brian has created is truly universal and often focused on career and other areas of life.Brian grew up in a family that struggled with finances and moved often. He found himself shy to the point of agoraphobia-afraid to leave the house-with much of his adolescence spent by himself. It wasn’t until he was 21 that Brian had any success with women, and even then he was a consummate people-pleasing “Mr Nice Guy;” unaware that he was actually being “nice” to get people (especially women) to validate and like him.It was his first heartbreak that spurred Brian to throw himself into personal development and become a social scientist. After being frustrated by all the girls at a Yoga commune showing him little attention while falling for ”the new guy” – (let’s call him “Adam”) who was fresh out of jail, with no money and no car, he decided to turn it into a learning opportunity and move in with Adam and Adam’s girlfriend. He then spent nearly two decades studying naturally confident men, reading every personal growth book he could get his hands on, and seeking out many high-level mentors and coaches.As Brian transformed into a highly confident man-free of his previously crippling anxieties and fear-based social “masks”- he moved into coaching. Brian loves to continually challenge his students’ realities and comfort levels with their successes – “if you’re not expanding, you’re shrinking” is one of the bevy of life and success philosophies Brian instills in FEARLESS men and women.Brian’s journey, his breadth of experiences, and his expertise at picking up on subtleties allow him to help students grow at a constantly evolving rate that’s light years faster than his own progression in his 20s and early 30s. Brian describes himself as a lifelong student – both his personal development and that of FEARLESS coursework is never-ending.

Martin Devon, father of two grown daughters. Entrepreneur. Leadership trainer.This episode is actually a interview I did with him on his channel. We both feel the info is important for everyone and Martin is kind enough to let me share this episode with my audiences. So enjoy!Find his YouTube channel here:https://youtu.be/Zl4bk1klG9A  

Robert Christiansen is a cloud technology leader, motivator, speaker, and innovator. In his role as VP, Strategy, Robert leads Global 1,000 clients through their digital transformation, combining cloud-native strategies and real-world tactics, solving challenging problems in today's economy. Robert is the head strategist for The Doppler (the leader in cloud thought leadership) and the host of the popular Doppler and Motive For Life Podcasts.Based on the principle of higher self-worth, Robert creates strategy narratives that inspire teams to their vision of success. In his latest book "The Bug In Our Brain," Robert lays out the problems we face and the practices we can take to address our most critical flaws. By removing our preconceived limits, we accelerate individual and team success.

Samir is currently 30 years young and had his “spiritual awakening” at age 25 while living in Atlanta, GA where he grew up. The moment a mentor challenged him to be an example of excellence he’s been on the pursuit of becoming the man he’s always wanted to be. With 5 years of training in personal and spiritual development such as Landmark, Tony Robbins, Brendon Burchard, Sterling Men’s Weekend, Kyle Cease, and now Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training. His highest excitement is leading transformational work, conscious events, men’s circles, traveling, and photography. He currently offers his gift of reflecting the light of others through portrait photography as his business and trade. He will be teaching Kundalini Yoga in March 2020 in Los Angeles and Internationally. He embodies joy, presence, light, openness, a high vibration, and love. He gives eternal gratitude to the teachers and people who have come before him that have brought him this wisdom. 

For Jai Jot, a healing path and balanced body, mind, spirit focus has been a lifelong passion. Her interest in healing emerged through her innate curiosity of her own body, mind and soul and her unique healing journey. Naturally her curiosity evolved outward and she wanted to offer her knowledge and experience in healing to others. Jai Jot is deeply rooted in her Massage Therapy background with more than 27 years of licensed practice and expertise. From this strong foundation and understanding of the physical body she continues to build new skills and services offering clients a myriad of healing modalities to choose from including Reflexology, Chi Nei Tsang, Thai Massage, Reiki Healing, Sound Healing as well as deeply relaxing and therapeutic massage. When Jai discovered Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan and began to practice regularly she began to experience healing and clarity at an entirely new level. She discovered an understanding of her genuine truth and purpose. Once again, she was inspired to share this practice with others and enrolled in teacher training to become a Kundalini Yoga teacher. There she was given the spiritual name Jai Jot -- the Lioness with the victory of God’s light. Jai regularly teaches locally in Ventura, California and offers donation-based classes, removing obstacles for others to practice Kundalini. Throughout this body-mind-spirit journey, her practices and studies stimulated her creativity and lead Jai Jot to intentional jewelry making -- starting with mantra malas and expanding into unique and inspiring necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Most recently she has created a comfort-centered line of all white clothing that is perfect for Kundalini practice and body-mind-spirit-based lifestyles. ​Jai Jot is always learning and listening, collecting an array of knowledge and experience to further heal and nurture herself and her clients. She’s thrilled to say that her offerings have become a culmination of everything she loves to do. She is endlessly grateful to be able to do this work that feeds her soul daily. 

Veronica Gutierrez has been studying holistic health for the past 16 as a Yoga and Meditation Instructor teaching in LA, OC, Sedona, Canada. She shares what she gained and learned with others. Now as a Health Coach, she helps people to learn how to quit smoking, manage their emotions, how to gain confidence, weight loss and so much more. Now with a even deeper practice, Veronica has become a Kambo practitioner. Which helps on a physical, mental and spiritual level. She is truly thankful for this beautiful life, along with all her teacher along the way and is passionate to share all her gifts with others.

Yosef Funke - Father of a 6 year old son, and with his soon to be birthed second son Yosef is given the opportunity to begin the count of 12 Summers again. His roles as father and husband are giving him greatest fulfillment in life. He loves taking his family to the beach, spend time in nature, going on bike rides, making weekly family dinners, and inventing and playing collaborative games as a family.In his work, Yosef’s mission is to accelerate rates of positive change by helping individuals and teams to shift their mindset from scarcity mentality to abundance consciousness, unite their co-creative forces, and collaborate effectively. He runs a leadership and team development agency, Brain-Friendly Dynamics out of Los Angeles. Incorporating the best of behavioral science and experiential learning, along with positive psychology, evolutionary biology, and play, his deliverables focus on establishing the preconditions for one’s potential to manifest. Yosef is discovering how the scientific collaboration models, mindsets, and practices that are helping professionals to be more self aware, take accountability, and be truthful also apply to parenting and preventing childhood trauma. During the 12 Summers (and beyond), Yosef is committed to ensuring that his sons always know how much they are loved and that their thoughts, feelings, and actions matter.

Adam Redhead is an entrepreneur and the owner of Restoration Heroes, a property damage restoration company that help homeowners get back on their feet after a water, mold, or fire damage crisis. He has helped manage or build businesses in the photography and fashion apparel industries. He is happily married and a current leader of one of the most active men's circles in the southern california area. In his free time, he enjoys exercising, boxing, bow hunting, camping, and generally just being outdoors with friends and family.

Robert Christiansen is a cloud technology leader, motivator, speaker, and innovator. In his role as VP, Strategy, Robert leads Global 1,000 clients through their digital transformation, combining cloud-native strategies and real-world tactics, solving challenging problems in today's economy. Robert is the head strategist for The Doppler (the leader in cloud thought leadership) and the host of the popular Doppler and Motive For Life Podcasts.Based on the principle of higher self-worth, Robert creates strategy narratives that inspire teams to their vision of success. In his latest book "The Bug In Our Brain," Robert lays out the problems we face and the practices we can take to address our most critical flaws. By removing our preconceived limits, we accelerate individual and team success.

Mr. Stone took me on a hero's journey. 

Martin Devon is the co-founder of HealthMania. Healthmania is a platform whose sole motive is to bring healthy changes in people's lives by providing quality-based information and tips so that they can enjoy both physical and mental well-being. We wish to inspire people to lead a healthy life and bring positive vibes in their home and lives.Martin Devon is also a powerful Reiki Master who uses energy to promote physical and emotional well-being. His goal is to leave the world a better place than he found it.

Yosef Funke -Father of a 6 year old son, and with his soon to be birthed second son Yosef is given the opportunity to begin the count of 12 Summers again. His roles as father and husband are giving him greatest fulfillment in life. He loves taking his family to the beach, spend time in nature, going on bike rides, making weekly family dinners, and inventing and playing collaborative games as a family.In his work, Yosef’s mission is to accelerate rates of positive change by helping individuals and teams to shift their mindset from scarcity mentality to abundance consciousness, unite their co-creative forces, and collaborate effectively. He runs a leadership and team development agency, Brain-Friendly Dynamics out of Los Angeles. Incorporating the best of behavioral science and experiential learning, along with positive psychology, evolutionary biology, and play, his deliverables focus on establishing the preconditions for one’s potential to manifest. Yosef is discovering how the scientific collaboration models, mindsets, and practices that are helping professionals to be more self aware, take accountability, and be truthful also apply to parenting and preventing childhood trauma. During the 12 Summers (and beyond), Yosef is committed to ensuring that his sons always know how much they are loved and that their thoughts, feelings, and actions matter.

Yosef Funke-Father of a 6 year old son, and with his soon to be birthed second son Yosef is given the opportunity to begin the count of 12 Summers again. His roles as father and husband are giving him greatest fulfillment in life. He loves taking his family to the beach, spend time in nature, going on bike rides, making weekly family dinners, and inventing and playing collaborative games as a family.In his work, Yosef’s mission is to accelerate rates of positive change by helping individuals and teams to shift their mindset from scarcity mentality to abundance consciousness, unite their co-creative forces, and collaborate effectively. He runs a leadership and team development agency, Brain-Friendly Dynamics out of Los Angeles. Incorporating the best of behavioral science and experiential learning, along with positive psychology, evolutionary biology, and play, his deliverables focus on establishing the preconditions for one’s potential to manifest. Yosef is discovering how the scientific collaboration models, mindsets, and practices that are helping professionals to be more self aware, take accountability, and be truthful also apply to parenting and preventing childhood trauma. During the 12 Summers (and beyond), Yosef is committed to ensuring that his sons always know how much they are loved and that their thoughts, feelings, and actions matter.****************************This is the FIRST episode of 12 Summers. Yosef and I talked about why the show is called "12 Summers" and what we would like to achieve with the podcast. If you want to start your own podcast or have been thinking about starting your own podcast for a higher purpose, you need to listen to this episode. You will find it ridiculously easy to start one when you have purpose good enough and an awesome friend like Yosef. Of of course the outdoor setting and a bonfire doesn't hurt either.