Average Brad

This episode is a special birthday celebration of Brad's wife, Lanie Beth! Take a listen as friends tell Lanie Beth just how much she means to them. This birthday special provides a first-hand glimpse into what it looks like to live a life above average as a spouse, parent, sibling, friend, teacher and so much more. Happy birthday, LB!   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Nick Ayers didn't enter politics for power or personal gain — he just wanted to serve. That's why he's worked for leaders such as Sonny Perdue, Mike Pence and others. We'll hear all about Nick's experiences — including his journey to the White House, the true cost of walking in God's plan, balancing work with family life, and having the right motivations to help others and effect change.   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

What's it like to hold the power of life and death in your hands? What separates a good surgeon from a great one? And how did Jon Hundley go from the danger and violence of South America to medical school in the U.S., then to becoming an acclaimed transplant surgeon? Take a listen to find out!   Keep up with Average Brad ~ https://www.averagebrad.com

Bryson Vogeltanz has done a lot. But one thing he hasn't done is settle. That's because Bryson has always been ready and willing to try something new on his mission to serve God and others. His willingness to grow and change has allowed Bryson to be a part of several organizations that have impacted people around the globe.   Links Mentioned ~ https://www.partners.ngo/ https://enditmovement.com/ https://www.praxislabs.org/   Keep up with Average Brad ~ https://www.averagebrad.com

Lukus Grace was born in Long Island, NY — but his journey would soon take him to places he never expected — including L.A., Singapore, and even Ground Zero. No matter how uncertain things seemed, Lukus always trusted the process. It's this mindset that has helped him navigate sports, acting, managing luxury hotels, and staying steady during an unexpected crisis.    Read Lukus' 9/11 Story Here ~ https://averagebrad.com/blog/f/the-aftermath---a-911-story   Keep up with Average Brad ~ https://www.averagebrad.com

Meredyth Fletcher's thoughts on food go much deeper than food for thought. In this episode we'll learn how a holistic approach to nutrition not only helps heal the body but also the mind. Meredyth will also share one of the single most important pieces of advice on what we can get rid of right now to get healthier and feel better — and the answer might surprise you.   Meredyth's Links ~ IG - @Karpos.Wellness Website - http://www.MeredythFletcher.com Future Website Coming Soon ~ http://www.KarposWellness.com   Youtube Videos Mentioned in this Episode ~ https://youtu.be/Cfk2IXlZdbI https://youtu.be/aldO3cHhNLQ   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Is the meaning of life something real that we can discover or merely a wishful fiction we project? Join Brad and Scottie Goodness Parker for the 3rd and final installment of our Meaning of Life series.   Books Mentioned in This Episode ~ "The Meaning of Life: A Very Short Introduction" by Terry Eagleton: https://amzn.to/3zpuOks "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor E. Frankl: https://amzn.to/3BEqNvk "The Brothers Karamazov" by Fyodor Dostoevsky: https://amzn.to/3JNrrbO   Song mentioned in this episode ~ "A Prayer" by Kid Cudi     Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Is life simply a mystery we'll never solve? Take a listen to part 2 of our 3-part series on the Meaning of Life — featuring Scottie Goodness Parker, who appeared on the show for episode 11.   Recommended Reading ~ "The Meaning of Life: A Very Short Introduction" by Terry Eagleton: https://amzn.to/3zpuOks "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor E. Frankl: https://amzn.to/3BEqNvk   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Does life have meaning? If so — how do you find it? Enjoy part 1 of this 3-part series with Scottie "Goodness" Parker who was featured on episode 11. Today's installment covers a brief overview of how the quest for the meaning of life has evolved through the centuries, as well as the different answers that have emerged in light of the question of meaning.   Songs Mentioned in This Episode ~ "Age of Anxiety I" by Arcade Fire "Let It Happen" by Switchfoot "Speechless" by Nas "Let the Smokers Shine the Coupes" by Pusha T "I Wonder" by Kanye West   Books Mentioned in This Episode ~ "The Meaning of Life: A Very Short Introduction" by Terry Eagleton: https://amzn.to/3zpuOks "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor E. Frankl: https://amzn.to/3BEqNvk     Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Why is there such a stigma around mental health? How do you actually stay mentally well in today's world of social media, depression, anxiety and generational divides? Dr. Kensa Gunter is a licensed Clinical & Sport Psychologist — and she's going to answer those questions and much more in this fascinating episode. Take a listen... you'll be glad you did.     Links: https://drkensagunter.com/ https://twitter.com/drkensa https://www.linkedin.com/in/kensa-gunter-psyd-cmpc-4a722631     Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Franklin Moore is a professional guitar player who tours with many A-list artists — including Lil Durk. Take a listen as we learn how hard work, an open mind, teamwork and passion can turn your dream into a reality.     Franklin's Website: http://www.fgmooremusic.com/     Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Due to the recent tragedies over the past few weeks, we will be taking this week to learn, reflect, pray and help. We will return on Tuesday, June 7th. May we all take the time to listen and care for those in our own communities, because there's no time like right now to make a difference.   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Today we get to hear from Brad's daughter, Rowan, as she and her friends celebrate her 12th birthday. What has she learned in her 12 years so far? What's she looking forward to in the future? What are some favorite memories that her friends have of her? Take a listen to this special episode about an above average young lady who works hard, loves others, and lights up a room wherever she goes!   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Trey Roth is the CEO of Yaystack — a social network for authentic referrals and recommendations only. AKA "The Referral Network." But Trey's career actually started in the music industry. So what made this talented, grammy-inducted music producer pivot to a tech startup? Enjoy this episode as Trey talks about that and more — such as how things like gratitude and perspective can give us joy in whatever circumstance we're in.     Links ~   Yaystack ~ https://m.yaystack.co/ Yaystack IG ~ https://www.instagram.com/yaystack/   Trey Roth IG ~ https://www.instagram.com/treyroth/ Trey Roth Email ~ trey@yaystack.co     Book Mentioned: Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill ~ https://amzn.to/3sKYTIQ

Drew Walston is a man on a mission — to eradicate veteran homelessness in the United States. But is such a worthy cause even possible? The short answer: yes! Take a listen to this episode as Drew not only talks about his goal to help give veterans a home, but also to help instill hope, purpose and community for the brave men and women who have put their lives on the line for our country.     Links ~   Website: http://www.mightyherohomes.org FB Page: https://www.facebook.com/MightyHeroHomes Contact: info@mightyherohomes.org     Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Courtney Rabalais has invested in many things over the years — real estate, stocks, cryptocurrency... but his most important investment is people. Enjoy this episode full of practical financial advice, personal stories, and how being generous can help the people around you, both now and in the future.   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Today's episode features the youngest guest on the Average Brad Podcast to date. His name is Joseph and he owns and operates one of Atlanta's foremost junk removal companies. But how did Joseph turn his business into a successful company with a full team of employees (including his own dad)? Listen along and find out as we hear from Joseph and his father, Ryan, about how sometimes you have to rebuild in order to truly succeed.     Joseph's Junk Removal ~ https://josephsjunkremoval.com/     Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Scottie "Goodness" Parker has worked as an athletic trainer for the Seattle Seahawks, the Portland Trailblazers, and Amar'e Stoudemire. He's also the current head of athletic training for the Atlanta Hawks. But Scottie's story goes much deeper than sports alone. Take a listen as Scottie talks not only about his incredible career but also his journey to find the truth in the midst of doubt, anxiety and tragedy.   Links to writings dicussed in the episode ~   Making Sense of God by Timothy Keller: https://timothykeller.com/books/making-sense-of-god   How Can the Bible be Authoritative? - Essay by N.T. Wright: https://ntwrightpage.com/2016/07/12/how-can-the-bible-be-authoritative/   Scottie's conversation on joy with his daughter, Olive ~ (March 14th for her pre-birthday lunch at the Cheesecake Factory) Scottie: Olive, what have you learned this last year? Or is there anything God has told you or touched your heart with?    Olive: I learned you can have joy even if someone you love is not here anymore (referring to losing her Uncle Derek to suicide in August 2021)   Scottie: How do you experience joy?   Olive: Memories    There is a momentary pause in the conversation and, unprompted, she smirks and begins half-talking/ half-singing:"Who runs the world? Girls!!!"   (It's the song her Uncle Derek would blast for her on repeat every time they were together)     Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Steve Carruth's story began with pain but soon blossomed into redemption and purpose. If you haven't already, take a listen to episode 4 of the podcast to meet Steve — then enjoy this update episode where we get to hear from Jenny, Steve's wife.   Jenny tells her story — including her own struggles with identity, and ultimately how she and Steve met and got married and continue to love each other through all the mess of life. Jenny and Steve both love each other and others well above average because their identity is firmly rooted in Jesus.   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Meet Kevin & Donise Mathis — a husband and wife who left the comfort of Florida to move to Atlanta to become advocates for young people in the Juvenile Justice System. Be sure to take a listen to the previous episode: "Juvenile Justice (Part 1 of 2) with Gina Moore" to get a full glimpse of this fascinating story of hope, redemption, and how our stories can take unexpected turns for the better.   Get Involved ~ https://crosswalkusa.org/ https://crosswalkusa.org/artreach-180/ https://djj.georgia.gov/     Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Gina Moore is an advocate for those in the Juvenile Justice System. She's the founder of Crosswalk Ministries and ARTreach 180 — and she also happens to be Brad's former high school teacher. Take a listen to this incredible story of how Gina has lived a life above average by helping kids in the Juvenile Justice System feel seen, heard, and loved.   Contact Gina ~ gmoore@crosswalkusa.org   Get Involved ~ https://crosswalkusa.org/ https://crosswalkusa.org/artreach-180/ https://djj.georgia.gov/   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Kevin Gallagher is a hotelier, jazz musician, and a truly gifted conversationalist. Take a listen as Kevin talks about his love for music, his accidental transition into the hotel world, and how good conversations aren't that different from great music.   Music Kevin Mentioned ~ http://bit.ly/Pat-MethenyGroup-Still-Life-Talking https://bit.ly/Jason-Isbell-Southeastern   Keep Up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Adam Thomason has done many things above average — from cooking to fashion to professional basketball, writing, documentary filmmaking and more. Take a listen as Adam shares his journey that has taken him from the rough streets of Detroit to the communities of Palestine, the remote areas of Ghana and beyond. No matter the destination, Adam travels with a zeal for telling stories with empathy and authenticity.    Adam's Links ~ www.iamrevred.com www.3strandfilms.com www.notofthem.com/work/ Amazon link to his book Permission to be Black   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Josh Youssef is the founder and CEO of Help the Persecuted — a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting Christians in the Middle East and North Africa who are subject to severe persecution. Take a listen as Josh talks about his life and how it has led his organization facilitating the rescue of over 500 Christians from Afghanistan during the chaos of the US exit — and many other great victories and challenges of running an organization like HTP.   Learn more about Josh's organization ~ https://htp.org/   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Steve Carruth's story is one filled with great struggle, but even greater victory, hope, and love. Listen along as Steve shares his journey through trauma, addiction, mental health struggles and ultimately redemption and restoration.   *Warning: This episode contains content and themes that are not suitable for all audiences. Listener discretion is advised.   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.averagebrad.com

Meet Tom Corcoran — a legendary pioneer and leader in the hospitality industry. His accomplishments and accolades are too many to name, but one thing is for sure — Tom lives a life above average.     Tom's Links ~ https://tcorhp.com/thomas-j-corcoran-jr/   https://www.eihonors.org/medalists     Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.AverageBrad.com

What makes a leader worth following? Brad is determined to find out as he sits down with Tim Spiker — leadership advisor, author, and founder of the Aperio.   Visit Tim's Website ~ beworthfollowing.com https://www.theaperio.com/     Read Tim's Book ~ https://amzn.to/3uBawnj   Keep up with Average Brad ~ http://www.AverageBrad.com