Build Upon The Good

Part 1 of the interview with Michael Thatcher, CEO/President of Charity Navigator (rating over 225,000 charities), which helps millions of donors to align their passions and values to a charity.  Michael shares how Charity Navigator leads the effort to make impactful philanthropy easier for everyone. He also discusses how his path forward, filled with a variety of experiences (whether at Microsoft, composing music and dancing as the co-founder/director of Dance Music Light, or years at sea conducting oceanographic research), ultimately led him to Charity Navigator.   If you're thinking of giving to a charity/not-for-profit, please visit www.CharityNavigator.org to research the organization, including their cost-effectiveness and overall health/stability and sustainability. Charity Navigator is a 501(c)(3) organization. Michael's part 2 episode, where we dive more into his personal experiences and story, will be released soon (ep 43). This episode is brought to you by Good Capital, a registered investment advisor focused on families, organizations and businesses that also want to plant seeds for future generations with a charitable component to them. Simplicity, a foundational wealth plan and investing for decades and generations, not days or quarters. Good People. Good Strategies. Good Capital. Visit www.GoodCapital.pro , if this appeals to you. Follow us at www.BuildUponTheGood.com and on Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky. *Special thanks for Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." Please support them at www.TheSamples.com 

We always hear about Benjamin Franklin's accomplishments while he was alive, but his bet on America in his Final Will and Testament truly left a legacy.  Author Michael Meyer joins us and shares this story and more from his book "Benjamin Franklin's Last Bet: The Favorite Founder's Divisive Death, Enduring Afterlife and Blueprint for American Prosperity." Michael Meyer is the author of multiple critically acclaimed books, as well as articles in the New York Times and other outlets. A Fulbright scholar, Guggenheim, NEH, Cullman Center and MacDowell fellow, and the recipient of the Whiting Writers Award, Meyer is a Professor of English at the University of Pittsburgh, where he teaches nonfiction writing. He lives with his family in Pittsburgh. This episode is sponsored by Good Capital, a registered investment advisor focused on families, organizations and businesses that also want to plant seeds for future generations. Simplicity, a foundational wealth plan and investing for decades and generations, not days or quarters. Good People. Good Strategies. Good Capital. Visit www.GoodCapital.pro , if this appeals to you.  Follow us at www.BuildUponTheGood.com and on Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky. *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." Please support them at www.TheSamples.com 

The American Revolution was fought on more than just the battlefield and it couldn't have been won without the use of female spies... especially the mysterious Agent 355. Aly Riley, historian and author, discusses her book "She Spies: Women of the American Revolution, Their Heroic Missions and Agent 355 Revealed." This is the fascinating true story of America's female espionage ring and the crucial role it played in the fight for American independence. Who is Agent 355? To this day, we still don't know for certain, but Aly makes a strong case for who she believes it is. She Spies can be bought on Amazon: BUY ON AMAZON www.BuildUponTheGood.com Follow on Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain" Visit www.TheSamples.com to support them too.*

Soccer is the biggest sport in the world, but we never talk about the origin of the soccer ball or where they're made. Justin Lea, Founder of Hayworth Athletic, went on a quest to find out and it landed him in northern Pakistan, where over 70% of the world's soccer balls were made (3 million balls per month!). After witnessing the terrible conditions of the workers, Justin set out to create an amazing soccer ball and bring good to the world by helping the people that make them. Hayworth Athletic was born. This is his Build Upon The Good story. Hayworth Athletic, headquartered in Austin, TX, designs soccer balls with a good cause behind them. Hayworth soccer balls are worksop-made in the ancient Andean village of Mongui, Columbia, a community with a century long tradition of ballmaking. Justin's story isn't just interesting, it's inspiring. He seeks to uplift others and bring dignity to the those that make them and their "craft."  We need more people and businesses like Justin and Hayworth Athletic, which seek to also better the world. We also give a shout out to our good friend JP, who connected us. Please follow Hayworth Athletic at www.HayworthAthletic.com, follow them on social media and definitely buy their soccer balls! www.BuildUponTheGood.com and on Facebook, Instagram and Bluesky. *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." Please follow them at www.TheSamples.com

What's it like to die 14 times? That's the real life story that Chris Guiry shares and how his "widow maker" event changed his life. Join us as we share a beer at Northern Barrell (Voorheesville, NY) and discuss: the experience of life and death, how his wife Shelia's presence at a baseball game saved his life, the amazing first responders being there at the right time, did he experience God, dealing with survivor's guilt and how good people come together in a moment of crisis.  I'm fortunate to call Chris a friend and I'm honored he shares his story with us. I also want to give a shout out to all the first responders and medical professionals out there. Thank you. Thank you to The Northern Barrell! Great food, amazing drinks & an awesome selection of craft beers! See you soon! Maybe you'll be on the show...  www.NorthernBarrell.com www.BuildUponTheGood.com  Follow us on Facebook, Instagram & Bluesky *Thank you to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain" www.TheSamples.com*

Without question, the most powerful episode of Build Upon The Good. We must never forget the evil of the holocaust and never let it happen again. We'll help carry forward the stories of those that survived. Holocaust survivor and co-author of "Four Perfect Pebbles", Marion Blumenthal Lazan shares her emotional and detailed story about the darkest of days. Following Hitler's rise to power, the Blumenthal Family (father, mother, Marion and her brother) were trapped in Nazi Germany. They eventually fled to Holland, only for the Nazis to occupy that as well. For the next six and a half years, the Blumenthal's were forced to live in refugee, transit and prison camps. Their story is one of horror and hardship, yet also extreme courage, hope and the will to survive. The world must never forget the holocaust and the evil involved. We must also never forget the lives that were lost and survived. Marion is a beautiful soul and I'm honored to have her on Build Upon The Good.  We will never forget. Please visit www.fourperfectpebbles.com , follow Marion on social media and read the book.  Visit www.BuildUponTheGood.com and follow us on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter/X. *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain" during the podcast. Visit them at www.TheSamples.com *  

Foye Belyea shares his story of going from US Marine to a Man of Faith. Often, our journey into a deep faith starts from the darkest of moments. Foye's journey is no different, yet his ability to help others on their journey is truly unique. Kean is grateful to know Foye on a personal level and also considers him a mentor.  Follow/connect with Foye on Facebook and I encourage you to seek his one on one mentorship as you continue on your own journey. Follow Build Upon The Good on IG & Facebook, as well as www.BuildUponTheGood.com. Special thanks to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." Visit and support them at www.TheSamples.com. (Note: Any transcript of the show is not official or provided by the show. There could be errors.)

Joe Kelley (author of "Badge, Bars, To Beyond") shares his raw and inspiring story of fulfilling his life long dream of becoming a Police Officer (K9), marrying his college sweetheart, to then developing an addiction, losing it all and ultimately serving 2 years in state prison next to the people he put there. Joe's story doesn't end there, it just begins. His resolve to turn his life around and help others is truly inspiring. Listeners can get a sneak peak of Joe's book at www.badgebarsbeyond.com Please visit www.BuildUponTheGood.com and follow us on social media. *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use their song "Streets in the Rain." Please visit www.TheSamples.com and support them!   (Note: Any transcript of this podcast isn't official or provided by the show and is likely AI generated, which may cause errors in names/places, etc...)

Memorial Day 2024 special episode to Honor Our Fallen, specifically fallen US Navy SEALs. Kean shares what made Memorial Day weekend change for him and asks several former US Navy SEALs and those close to the NSW community to share a tribute to a specific fallen teammate and/or honor our fallen. Special thank you to Robert Sweetman, Bill Brown, Larry Indiviglia, Travis Lively and Ajay James for their tribute to our fallen. (**please note the transcript is AI generated, not provided by the show, and may contain several errors, including names/places etc...**) Please visit and support NavySEALFoundation.org, c4foundation.org and AmericasMightyWarriors.org.  As they say... Long Live The Brotherhood! Never Forgotten. *Special thanks for Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets In The Rain" Please visit thesamples.com and support them! #navyseals #memorialday #neverforgotten

Grief and joy can and do co-exist. That's the powerful message that author Casey Mulligan Walsh shares in this episode. Her story, which includes being orphaned as a teenager and losing her son to a car accident, is heartbreaking and inspiring. Her essay, Still, about her son Eric's death, published in Split Lip Magazine, was nominated for Best of the Net.  Her work has appeared in The New York Times, HuffPost, Modern Loss and many others. Casey explores how grief morphs through time, which will be highlighted in the forthcoming Daring to Breathe. Casey and her husband serve as advocates for The Family Heart Foundation, an organization dedicated to raising awareness around the genetic cardiovascular disorder that affects her family. Casey's memoir, The Full Catastrophe, is forthcoming from Motina Books in early 2025. Find Casey at www.caseymulliganwalsh.com and on FB, IG, Twitter/X and LinkedIn. Follow us at www.BuildUponTheGood.com and social media.  *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for continued permission to use their song "Streets in the Rain." Follow them at www.TheSamples.com

Benjamin Milligan is a former US Navy SEAL, serving from 2001-2009, Bronze Star recipient, father of three sons and author of "By Water Beneath the Walls: The Rise of the Navy SEALs." Ben shares how his childhood developed his love of history, why he became a SEAL and how his grandfather played a crucial role on his path to writing the book. Ben also answers what "good" he hopes to pass down to the next generation (personal and military) and why it's so important to him. I found his book to be a great combination of history and storytelling as he leads the reader through the creation of not only the Navy SEALs, but the special operations forces overall.  Follow Ben on social media and buy his book on all major platforms.  Follow Build Upon The Good on social media and www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and the band, The Samples, for continued permission to use "Streets in the Rain" during the podcast. Follow them at www.TheSamples.com 

(Re-release, originally aired 10/18/20) Kristine Lilly is a soccer legend! The American is a Two time World Cup Champion, 2x Olympic Gold, 1x Olympic Silver and 4x NCAA Champion. Kristine also holds the world soccer record for most caps (games) for a national team, at a staggering 354 games. She's also the author of "Powerhouse."   Kristine shares what it takes to succeed in sports, how her parents inspired her work ethic, why she was able to stay on top for so long and what "good" she hopes to pass down to her children and youth athletes. Follow Kristine on social media and www.kristinelilly13.com Follow us on social media and www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." Follow them at www.thesamples.com 

Kean returns to his hometown of Cambridge, NY to deliver the Cambridge Central School (NY) Commencement Address to the graduating class of 2023. He shares two pieces of advice and asks for a special request from the graduates. Kean is a 1995 alum of CCS. Best of luck to the 2023 graduates of CCS! Follow BUTG on social media and www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and the band, The Samples, for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." 

Special Re-release: Guest Rich Winner shares his story of surviving the first tower hit on Sept 11th, 2001, how love conquers all, dealing with survivor's guilt and how he continues to share "good" to his next generation. (originally released in Sept 2020, Ep 1) www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain"

BONUS Episode: Debbie Lee, Gold Star mother to fallen US Navy SEAL Marc Lee, answers 5 more questions relating to Marc's final letter home, the SEAL Brotherhood, the purpose behind AMW, her faith and what "good" Marc would want to pass on to the next generation. www.AmericasMightyWarriors.org *Thank you to Sean Kelly and The Samples for use of "Streets in the Rain" www.BuildUponTheGood.com

Debbie Lee is the Gold Star Mom of fallen US Navy SEAL Marc Lee and the CEO/Founder of America's Mighty Warriors. Debbie shares how her faith, and Marc's inspiring call to action final letter home, led her through some of her darkest days. Having visited Iraq in 2007 and 2010, Debbie is the first Gold Star Mom in history to visit the combat zone where her son died. www.AmericasMightyWarriors.org *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and The Samples for use of "Streets in the Rain"

In this special Father's Day episode, Kean asks a variety of guests to share the best advice their Dads gave them and/or share a short story that captures it. Whether it's about sports or grieving over the loss of a loved one, Fathers have a way of preparing us for life.  Happy Father's Day! www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain."

Jesse Iwuji's path to becoming a NASCAR driver and teaming up with NFL great Emmitt Smith is unlike any other. From his family's Nigerian roots to playing football at Navy, Jesse shares why it's so important to focus on what you want in life and to go after it. www.jesseiwuji.com Follow Jesse on IG/FB/Twitter @jesseiwuji @jesse.iwuji.motorsports www.BuildUponTheGood.com

Paul Newman's legacy of giving it all away continues to be the gold standard in philanthropy. Dr. Miriam Nelson, CEO of Newman's Own Foundation, shares what led her to the foundation, why every penny of profit (over $550 million) is donated to worthy causes, and what's next for the foundation. A NY Times bestselling author, renowned scientist and researcher, Miriam's commitment to improving children's wellness, sustainability and food systems is unmatched.  www.NewmansOwnFoundation.org www.NewmansOwn.com Follow on FB/IG/Twitter www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thanks to The Samples for use of "Streets in the Rain"

Wall Street Journal Best Selling co-authors and veterans Brian Andrews & Jeff Wilson share how their experiences as a submarine officer and a combat surgeon for Navy SEALs led to writing their thriller action novels. The authors of numerous books, including "Sons of Valor" and recently released "Dark Intercept" share their writing process, how being "good" has led their way forward, why it's so important to give back and what "good" they hope to pass down in life and through their novels. www.Andrews-Wilson.com  IG/Twitter: andrewsandwilson www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain"  

Former US Navy SEAL and Founder/CEO of Bonefrog Coffee Company & Bonefrog Cellars, Tim Cruickshank, shares how he's using coffee and wine for his next mission, the meaning of the BoneFrog & SEAL Brotherhood, the struggles of being a Dad while serving, why his wife is the true hero and the importance of giving back to the Naval Special Warfare community. www.bonefrog-coffee.com       www.bonefrogcellars.com FB/IG/Twitter: @BonefrogCoffee/@BonefrogCellars www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and The Samples for use of "Streets in the Rain", www.TheSamples.com

What if you could protect & pass something on forever? Teri Ptacek has been doing just that with land for decades as Executive Director of the Agricultural Stewardship Association. As Teri nears retirement, she shares lessons on leading a not-for-profit, what she believes she's really protecting and why it's important to believe in goodness. www.agstewardship.org To learn about ASA & land conservation www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and The Samples for use of "Streets in the Rain"  www.TheSamples.com

US soccer legend John Harkes shares how his childhood in Kearney, NJ shaped his life, what "good" he hopes to pass down, how MLS succeeded in the early days, the two players he wishes he could've played alongside and his reaction to joining a made up list with Kean and David Beckham. John is a member of the National Soccer Hall of Fame, former US National Team Captain, played in 2 World Cups, won 2 MLS titles and currently Head Coach of Greenville Triumph SC (2020 Champions). www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and The Samples for use of "Streets in the Rain"

What would you do if you died, but then got a 2nd chance at life? That's what happened to Phil Passero III's father and he shares the miraculous moment witnessing it as a then 14 year old boy and how it shaped his father's path forward. A powerful message of faith, family and providing a legacy to your children while you're still alive. Follow Build Upon The Good on Instagram/FB/Twitter @builduponthegood or www.BuildUponTheGood.com "Redefining Generational Wealth" *Special thanks for Sean Kelly and The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain" *

How does one go from being born in South Africa to serving as a US Navy SEAL Commander to becoming a mindfulness teacher? Jon Macaskill, known as "The Mindful Frogman", shares his struggle with depression, losing brothers on the battlefield, becoming a Dad and how meditation/mindfulness led to inner balance. Follow Jon on LinkedIn @jonmacaskill, IG/FB/CH @mindfulfrogman www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and The Samples band for permission to use "Streets in the Rain" *

After the heartbreaking loss of US Navy SEAL Charlie Keating IV, his family created something beautiful with the C4 Foundation in his honor to help fellow SEALs and their families. Charlie's father (Charlie Keating III) and Charlie's widow (Brooke Keating) share insight into Charlie, the importance of the SEAL family, the foundation and how Charlie's legacy lives on. Follow on social media (@c4foundation) and www.c4foundation.org www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thanks to Sean Kelly and The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." www.TheSamples.com*

Cobra Kai's hired badboy in Karate Kid III, soap opera star (General Hospital, Bold and Beautiful, Young and the Restless), to the current Amazon Prime Video hit tv show Studio City, Sean Kanan shares his story and discusses his upcoming book, Way of the COBRA. Follow Sean on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter (@seankanan) and www.wayofthecobra.com. Join our "community of good" at www.BuildUponTheGood.com  * Special thank you to Sean Kelly and The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain" *

Marc Summers was the host of the '80s Nickelodeon hit tv show Double Dare and several well known shows, including the Food Network's Unwrapped.  Marc shares how his midwest upbringing and multiple health issues impacts his outlook on life. The perfect mix of humor and humility provides an entertaining and inspiring message.  Marc can be followed on social media and www.marcsummerstv.com  www.BuildUponTheGood.com * Special thanks to Sean Kelly and The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." Support them at www.thesamples.com*

Super Bowl Champion, Best Selling author, speaker/coach and known as the "Reverend of the Revolution", Setema Gali Jr shares what childhood experience shaped him as a father and how failures can propel us into another level of success.  Follow @setemagali on Instagram, Facebook & Twitter.  www.SetemaGali.com www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." www.TheSamples.com

Author and historian Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky shares what sort of legacies our founding fathers hoped to leave and how the people around them impacted it. George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Alexander Hamilton (the man and musical), Abigail Adams, Martha Washington and more are discussed.  Lindsay also shares what cabinet positions would be most important in today's political landscape. And, my dogs interrupt our interview, but Lindsay loves dogs and is ok with that. Dr. Lindsay Chervinsky is the author of "The Cabinet: George Washington and the Creation of an American Institution." Twitter: @lmchervinsky   and   www.lindsaychervinsky.com www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain."

Lead singer and song writer of the band The Samples, Sean Kelly shares how his childhood shaped him, what music and artists influenced his style and how The Samples came together to ultimately sell over 1 million albums. www.TheSamples.com Instagram: seankelly600    Facebook: Sean Kelly of The Samples www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain."*

Will Moses is a well known folk artist and also the great grandson of another famous artist, Grandma Moses. Will shares how his childhood and family history impacted his life, which relative encouraged him to paint the most, what he hopes to be remembered for... and why life can be compared to a conveyer belt. Norman Rockwell, Grandma Moses and Will Moses are icons of Americana. To view Will's paintings and learn more, visit him at Mt. Nebo Gallery in Eagle Bridge, NY or visit www.willmoses.com www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." www.TheSamples.com*  

Celebrity cosmetic dentist Dr. Bill Dorfman, referred to as the "Michael Jordan of Dentistry", shares how he landed in the Guinness Book of World Records twice, the one gift he'd pass down to every child and why his LEAP Foundation continues to make a positive impact on today's youth.  Dr. Bill is also a NYT Best Selling author and guest co-host of the CBS daytime hit show The Doctors. Follow Dr. Bill on Instagram: @drbilldorfman www.leapfoundation.com *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain. Follow them at www.TheSamples.com www.BuildUponTheGood.com

Jason Coffin is one of Kean's childhood best friends with an amazing story of how his family legacy goes back to the Mayflower! Just in time for Thanksgiving, Jason shares how digging deeper into his family's past, which includes a wild ship wreck that made it into a book, gave him a better understanding of just how grateful we are to be alive today. www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and his band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." Visit them at www.TheSamples.com *

Kean interviews former Navy SEAL and commanding officer Vice Admiral (ret) Sean Pybus.  How was he able to separate being a father at home, while having the huge responsibility of commanding our elite warriors? What lessons did he learn along the way? What good does he hope to pass down to his children? Pybus is currently the Chairman of the Board for the Navy SEAL Foundation. Please support our warriors and their families at www.navysealfoundation.org www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain." www.TheSamples.com

November 1st is known in many circles as Day of the Dead or All Saints Day. In short, it's usually a day that people feel their deceased loves one are near to them. In that spirit, let's also make November 1st "Build Upon The Good Day" and honor our loved ones. Kean shares why November 1st has taken on a new meaning. Kean returns next week with more full interview episodes. www.BuildUponTheGood.com   *Big thank you to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for providing permission to use "Streets in the Rain." Follow them at www.TheSamples.com

Kristine Lilly is a soccer legend. Member of the famed "99'ers", US women soccer's first super team. Two time World Cup Champion, 2 Olympic Gold and 1 Silver Medals, and 4 time NCAA Champion. Holds the world soccer record for most caps (games) for a national team. Author of "Powerhouse."  Kristine shares what it takes to succeed in sports, how her parents inspired her work ethic, why she was able to stay at the top for so long and what "good" she hopes to pass down to her children and youth athletes too.  My daughter Sofia makes her debut on the podcast and gets a shout out from Kristine to her club team! Follow Kristine on social media and www.kristinelilly13.com Follow us on social media and www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and his band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain" in the podcast. Follow and support them at www.thesamples.com*  

From Wall St to the White House... Anthony Scaramucci, nicknamed "The Mooch", has been a successful and entertaining Wall Street persona for years. He's the Founder and Managing Director of SkyBridge Capital, but received national notoriety while briefly serving as the Director of Communications for President Trump.  Anthony provides the one person that will be remembered over a 400 year period (great answer!) and what "good" he hopes to pass down to his children. He explains why Wall St is like the Boy Scouts compared to DC and why he's on a mission to right what he considers a wrong. Anthony answers if he'd ever run for political office, while providing the one position he's always running for re-election.  Follow Anthony on his podcast "Mooch FM" and on Twitter. Follow us on social media and at www.BuildUponTheGood.com *Special thank you to Sean Kelly and his band The Samples for granting permission of their song "Streets in the Rain." Visit and support them at www.TheSamples.com*

Kean interviews Robin King (CEO) and former Navy SEAL Chris Irwin (Director of Partnerships) from the Navy SEAL Foundation. When it comes to our military, nothing exemplifies brotherhood and family like Navy SEALs. Honoring our warriors and supporting their families, the Navy SEAL Foundation does it all. Learn what led Robin and Chris to the foundation, what they provide and what they hope to pass down to the future generations. I'm honored to support this organization and I hope you will too. Visit www.navysealfoundation.org to learn more. Follow us on social media and at www.BuildUponTheGood.com *A big thank you to Sean Kelly and the band The Samples for permission to use "Streets in the Rain."  www.thesamples.com

In this Part 2... What would you want to tell your loved ones if you were on your deathbed? Kean shares the great wisdom his father provided, how this message changed his life and led to Build Upon The Good. What good do you hope to pass down to the next generation?  www.BuildUponTheGood.com   *A big thank you to Sean Kelly of the band The Samples for permission to use their song "Streets in the Rain."

In this part 1, Kean tells his own Build Upon The Good story about how the loss of his mother, and his awakening on the night of her funeral, forged a new relationship with her. www.BuildUponTheGood.com   *Also a big thank you to Sean Kelly from the band The Samples for permission to use their song "Streets in the Rain." 

Kean interviews Rich Winner and he shares his story on surviving the World Trade Center attacks on Sept 11, 2001. In a time where we seem divided, Rich's story will help bring us back together. He'll discuss what he learned from that day and how it shapes him as a parent. Please visit www.BuildUponTheGood.com and follow on social media platforms. Guest: Rich Winner *Big thank you to Sean Kelly of The Samples for allowing the podcast to feature their song "The Streets in the Rain." Please visit www.thesamples.com to support and follow them too!* www.thesamples.com

Host Kean describes how the show came about and what to expect. He'll interview a guest every episode as we hear stories about what good they inherited from their family/loved ones and what good they hope to pass down to future generations. In short: How did you grow up? How does it impact your family life now? What good do you hope the next generations inherit from you? Guests range from CEOs, artists, authors, musicians, military leaders, professional athletes to everyday people. There's something valuable to take from every episode.  ** Big thank you to Sean Kelly of band The Samples for allowing the podcast to feature their song "The Streets in the Rain." Please visit www.thesamples.com to support and follow them! ** Please subscribe and visit www.BuildUponTheGood.com to share your story too.