Carl & Friends: A Human Experience Podcast

Aloha! In this episode of The HX Podcast, Carl welcomes Author, Macy Lewis, to discuss the miracle that is her life, and how she has accomplished so much while navigating through the world blind. 

Aloha! In this episode of The HX Podcast, Carl welcomes Brandon Butcher, to discuss the ups & downs that he has endured through life. We chat about his relocation across five states, handling family relationships & divorce, his battle with a heroin addiction, and falling off a roof while trying to save a friend - costing him his leg. Brandon's strength, accountability & perseverance is an inspiration & I look forward to sharing his story with you.This episode is dedicated to our brother, Nathan Lindman, who tragically lost his life earlier this month as a result of gun violence associated with a road rage incident. We love you, Lindman. #ColtPride #CCP

Aloha! In this episode of The HX Podcast, Carl welcomes Salt Lake City Fire Captain, Adam Archuleta, to discuss family, growing up, moving around, lessons learned & life as a firefighter.

Aloha! In this episode of The HX Podcast, Carl welcomes BYU Basketball Legend, Mekeli Wesley, to discuss the importance of family, overcoming adversity, BYU's Honor Code, travelling the world, and of course, BYU Basketball!

Aloha! In this episode of The HX Podcast, Carl welcomes Thayne Sohm, to discuss our love of family, being a #GirlDad, BYU Football & his work in the health and wellness space - both personally with his CrossFit routine and at work with his company, Ventris. We also talk about being recently diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis and the journey which lies ahead.

Aloha! In this episode of The HX Podcast, Carl welcomes Film Director & Editor, Isaac Halasima, to discuss growing up with a love for competitive dance, the influence of friends & family, his path into creating videos & movies, how it felt to direct an MTV/VMA nominated music video for Imagine Dragons & release his first full-length motion picture, "The Last Descent", as well as some discussion on his latest project, "Waterman", which tells the story of the incredible Hawaiian legend, Duke Kahanamoku.

Aloha! In this episode of The HX Podcast, Carl welcomes Everee's Head of Customer Success & HR, Sidney Bruce, to discuss being raised as a bi-racial woman in Salt Lake City, Utah, thoughts on the importance of diversity & the impact that both the recent George Floyd incident & #BlackLivesMatter movements have had on her.

Aloha! In the season two introductory episode of The HX Podcast, Carl welcomes Rock 106.7 Morning Show Host & Media Personality, Patrick Essex (aka DB or DangerBoy), to discuss their relationship, the challenges that come with growing up, his love for the world of radio & his journey into the world of sobriety.To listen to DB on Utah's Rock 106.7 - adjust your FM dial or add them to your rotation through the iHeart Radio app! And also, please check out the DB & Big Budah podcast wherever you download & listen to podcasts.This episode is dedicated to Patrick's younger brother, Philip Essex. We love you & miss your laughter, #KingCobra.If you're thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, please talk to someone now. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 across the United States at 1-800-799-TALK (4889).

Aloha! In our season finale episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes Chris Anderton & Dean Wilson, to discuss their focus on building, improving, and maintaining relationships in schools, business, and communities to establish an early suicide prevention system. Their organization, "You Got This", was created in 2015, shortly after Chris lost his 12 year old son, Raymond Anderton, to suicide following multiple incidents of bullying.This episode is dedicated to Ray... we love & miss you every day, #21! ##To learn more about You Got This, please visit their website at: http://www.ygtofficial.orgIf you're thinking about suicide, are worried about a friend or loved one, or would like emotional support, please talk to someone now. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 across the United States at 1-800-799-TALK (4889).

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes "The People's Warrior", Josh Burkman, to the show, to discuss life before, during and after the UFC. We learn about three pivotal moments of his life at the ages of 19, 29 & 39, which have continually shaped him into the tremendous human being he is today.To learn more about Josh, his work with Budokon and his various classes and offerings, please visit his various social media pages using @joshburkman 

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes Vicki Dangerfield to the show, to talk about her life journey. During our time together, we discussed her experience being a young single working parent raising three children, finally finding true love & then tragically losing that true love - along with all that she has learned from the wins and losses she has faced throughout her life.

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes James Jackson III, to discuss a topic that seems to be at the forefront of our lives - diversity & Inclusion. We also chat about his impressive work with Utah's Black Chamber, The Inclusion Project, Zions Bancorporation & J3 Motivation.

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes Chef Shawn Bucher, to discuss his career journey and his thoughts on food, health, business & the value of people in the future of work.To subscribe to Chef Shawn's podcast, "Business Chef", please visit: http://businesschef.org/author/shawnbucher/ To pick up copies of his books, please visit: https://www.amazon.com/Chef-Shawn-Bucher/e/B003ZWH5YO%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes Brooke Hemingway, to discuss a variety of insightful topics including family, mental health, motherhood & building a million dollar business while navigating through the complexities of life.To learn more about Brooke & her incredible journey, please visit: https://www.brooke-hemingway.com/

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes Danielle Palmer, to discuss the motivation behind her DisruptSLC presentation, “Gender Straightjackets”, which does an exceptional job giving us a peek into her viewpoint as a woman in the workplace. We also discuss family, children & the critical role that women can play in the future of work.To see Danielle's “Gender Straightjackets” presentation, please visit: https://disrupthr.co/vimeo-video/gender-straightjackets-danielle-palmer-disrupthr-talks/

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes Tua Kealoha & Damarr Jones, to discuss their individual paths to success, the work that they are doing with the youth in our communities & what they are currently doing to hustle, motivate & save the world.

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes West Valley City Councilman, Jake Fitisemanu, to discuss the interesting topic of culture - and how it is weaved throughout our lives, businesses & communities.

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes Jen Rogers & Ryan Hymas to talk about service & volunteering in our neighborhoods & communities. There's no better example of living the Human Experience, than the work Jen and her team are doing throughout our society.For more information on The J.R. Way and how you can get involved - whether it be through either volunteering or receiving support, please visit www.thejrway.com. 

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes BluNovus Founders, Alicia & James Hadlock, to discuss their personal journeys battling addiction & mental health challenges. They also take some time to discuss BluNovus & The CARE Initiative, which takes a proactive approach to addressing addiction and mental health challenges in the workplace.For more information on The Hadlock's, BluNovus & The CARE Initiative, visit www.blunovus.com

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes Lone Peak High School Teacher & Football Coach, Kyle Nelson, to the show to discuss the upcoming generation of young people & tips on leading in the world of Centennials.

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes HR Guru, Elisa Garn, to the show, to discuss thoughts on life, human resources, the future of work & #HumanExperience.

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes Callahan Williams to the show, to discuss his family's journey through adversity and how they have worked together to overcome the challenges they have been through. This episode is dedicated to Eliza Williams... we love & miss you every day, Miss Liza Lou!

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes Matt Martinez to the show, to discuss his journey through high school athletics & his time as a Captain with the University of Utah Football Team, onward into the business world with ADP and also into his many projects & adventures in the non-profit world.Make sure to connect with Matt on LinkedIn at www.linkedin.com/in/matt-martinez-86800163. For more information on Operation Good, visit www.operationgood.com

Aloha! In this episode of the podcast, Carl welcomes former University of Utah football player, Tanqueray "Tango" Towns, to the show to discuss diversity, human experience & his personal journey from the Crenshaw District of South Central Los Angeles to Salt Lake City, Utah.For more information on Tango's incredible work as a Certified Coach & Personal Trainer with Athletic & Fit, visit www.athleticaf.com

Aloha! Recorded live on location in the exhibition hall at SHRM19 in the Las Vegas Convention Center, Carl welcomes Cheri Garcia, Founder of Cornbread Hustle, which is a Dallas based staffing agency for second chances. Carl & Cheri discuss the "Getting Talent Back to Work" initiative, and how Cheri has been involved in providing second chances for many.... including herself. For more information on Cheri & her efforts with Cornbread Hustle, please visit: www.cornbreadhustle.com  

Aloha! Thank you for downloading the PREMIER EPISODE of The Human Experience Podcast featuring Carl Sokia! In this episode, Carl welcomes Junior Finai, Matt Visser & Sione Havili to the show, to discuss the topic of, "Getting Talent Back to Work". Carl & his guests specifically discuss how many organizations currently view applicants with criminal backgrounds, and how those with criminal backgrounds are trying to avoid being "re-sentenced" by employers - especially when businesses are experiencing a talent shortage. For more information on this initiative, please visit: www.gettingtalentbacktowork.org 

An introduction & welcome to the Carl & Friends Podcast. Carl introduces himself & provides some insight on what you can expect from future episodes of the podcast.