Insignificant Others

Episode 24: Norm Miller by Brett Featherston & Robb Flint

Episode 23: Allan Peck by Brett Featherston & Robb Flint

Episode 22: Tova Sido by Brett Featherston & Robb Flint

Episode 21: Mike Thornton by Brett Featherston & Robb Flint

Episode 20: Coach Randy Allen by Brett Featherston & Robb Flint

Episode 19: Sam Torn by Brett Featherston & Robb Flint

Ginger Allen is an award-winning journalist and current Sr. Investigative Reporter for the DFW CBS 11 i-Team. Ginger talks about her desire to pursue a career in journalism at a young age, starting her career at KCBS in Los Angeles, CA, and then moving on to Palm Springs, Bakersfield, Cincinnati, and eventually Dallas. Ginger also talks about the work required to make a news story comes to life, her favorite investigative reports, and evolution of journalism in the digital age.

After a long sabbatical, the Insignificant Others Podcast kicks off the 2017 podcast season with Cullen Thomason. A modern day Renaissance Man, Cullen "Leslie" Thomasson talks about growing up in Fort Worth, his time at Rice University, living and working in New York City for Goldman Sachs, and watching Saturday Night Live up close and personal (thanks to his wife, Lauren).

Pastor Paul Rasmussen is the Sr. Minister at Highland Park United Methodist Church (HPUMC). Founded in 1916, HPUMC is located in the heart of Dallas, TX, on the campus of Southern Methodist University, and serves a congregation of over 15,000 members, making it one of the largest churches in the country. Pastor Paul talks about his passion for basketball and music, how his predecessor, Pastor Mark Craig, forever changed his life by offering him a job at the church, seminary school, and the joys and challenges of leading HPUMC and its congregation to better serve God today and in the future.

Ellen Porter is the founder of BraveLove, a charitable organization dedicated to changing the perception of adoption and increasing domestic infant adoption. A dedicated wife and mother of four children (two of whom are adopted), Ellen talks openly about how she and her husband were called to adoption, the reasons why she founded BraveLove, common misperceptions about adoption, how BraveLove reaches out to birth moms to educate them on the benefits of adoption, and how people can get involved with the BraveLove movement. Ellen also reads heart-warming, incredibly touching letters BraveLove received from an adopted child and birth mother.

Dr. Lynley McAnalley is a preeminent authority in aesthetic medicine, specializing in facial aesthetic injectables such as BOTOX, Restylane, Perlane and Juvederm. A wife and mother of four children, Dr. McAnalley holds the rare distinction of graduating from from medical school and law school. Dr. McAnalley talks about how she got her start in aesthetic medicine, the benefits of facial aesthetics, how working makes her a better mother, and her involvement in school reform.

Jamey Newberg is a successful attorney and Texas Rangers insider who is the driving force behind the Newberg Report, a leading source for information on the Texas Rangers organization, from every level of minor league baseball to the major league club. Jamey talks about how his passion for Texas Rangers baseball and writing was the genesis behind the Newberg Report, mothers of minor league players and Mike Rhyner of 1310 AM The Ticket fueled the growth of his legions of followers, and this year's Texas Rangers baseball team may have what it takes to win the World Series. Jamey also talks about several of the key decision-makers and players in the Texas Rangers organization, including Jon Daniels, Jeff Banister, Ian Desmond, Nomar Mazara, Rougned Odor, Adrian Beltre, Yu Darvish, Matt Bush, and more.

Randy Smith was named one of the Top 50 golf teachers in America by Golf Digest. Based out of Royal Oaks Country Club in Dallas, TX, Randy works with several former and current PGA golfers, including Justin Leonard, Harrison Frazar, Colt Knost, Martin Flores, Ryan Palmer, Scottie Scheffler and Cody Gribble. A member of the World Golf Hall of Fame, Randy's golf prodigies have earned over $75 million on the PGA tour, registered 16 PGA tour wins (including 1 Major), and have made three Ryder Cup appearances. Randy talks about the influence Harvey Penick made on his life, his passion for working with youth golfers, his thoughts on how the PGA handled the Dustin Johnson controversy at the US Open, how Tiger Woods should re-enter the PGA tour, and much more.

Andrew Stevens has had a long, prolific and successful career in the entertainment industry, as an actor, writer, director and producer. A self-proclaimed "dealmaker," Andrew produced and/or financed over 170 films, was nominated for a Golden Globe for his role in The Boys of Company C, auditioned for the role of Luke Skywalker, had a 2-year stint on the TV show Dallas, and was once married to actress Kate Jackson from Charlie's Angels fame. Andrew talks in-depth about how he was first introduced to acting, the role of a producer in making a movie, the time he worked with Charles Bronson, showing films at the Sundance and Cannes Film Festivals, and his battle with cancer.

Gary Randle is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of HOPE Farm, a leadership program that guides at-risk boys (predominantly African-American) to become Christ-centered men of integrity. Gary talks about moving from California to attend college and play basketball at Texas Christian University, the moment he became a Christian, how a church mission trip to an Amarillo prison was a "fork in the road" that forever changed his life, the long and winding path to see his dream of HOPE Farm become reality, and the challenges young African-American men face today. For over 25 years, Gary and his colleagues at HOPE Farm have deeply touched and positively affected the lives of young men, fulfilling their promise to "Help Other People Excel." If after listening to this podcast you want to donate money or volunteer, go to www.hopefarmfw.org.

Ryan "Birdman" Parrott served eight years as a US Navy SEAL, completing three combat tours in Iraq, authored the book, "Sons of the Flag," is Founder and CEO of Sons of the Flag, a charity that raises money for severe burn victims, and is the heart and soul behind the Birds Eye View Project, which uses extreme sports to connect people to the extreme needs of veterans and first responders. Ryan talks about how he and members of his team survived an IED blast in Iraq (and how it compared to riding a bull), the genesis of his nickname, "Birdman," BASE jumping, wing suit flying, his preparation leading up to "Operation Miracle Jump," what his wife, family and friends think about his death-defying exploits, and when he plans to permanently retire from extreme sports.

Russ Ramsland is a Republican who is running for the 32nd congressional district in Texas. Russ grew up in Midland, TX, graduated from Duke and Harvard (MBA), worked on Capital Hill for Congressman George Mahon, and owned and operated the legendary Texas Embassy Cantina restaurant in London, England (where he hosted celebrities such as Sir Paul McCartney, Kenny Rogers and Willie Nelson). Russ talks openly about why he decided to run for Congress, what it's like running a congressional campaign, his position on important issues facing the country (national debt, Obamacare, term limits, immigration and national security), and why he would do a better job in Congress than Pete Sessions, the current incumbent.

Mark Vincent was a sports phenom at Fort Worth Country Day, played college football at SMU and Georgia, is a successful attorney, and devoted husband and father. Mark talks candidly about the peaks and valleys of his life on and off the field, including the day his dream of playing quarterback at SMU came to an abrupt end, how a heartfelt letter from his father helped him overcome adversity at a young age, being caught up in the SMU "death penalty" saga, how he ended up at Georgia, what it was like playing football in the SEC, his first wife Betsy's courageous battle with cancer, and how his new wife, Donya, has been a huge blessing to his life.

Sabrina Schiller is a recovering alcoholic who worked at NBC 5 DFW as a news reporter for over 15 years. A married mother of four children (including triplets), Sabrina talks about her career path, journey to sobriety, and work helping the homeless.

Harrison Frazar talks about life on the PGA Tour, winning the 2011 FedEx St. Jude Classic, battling through injuries, shooting a 59 at Q-School, playing in the Masters, PED's, his favorite golf course, and his involvement with Trinity Forest Golf Club.

Michael Peticolas is the "Velvet Hammer" behind Peticolas Brewing Company, an award-winning brewmaster, creative marketer, and key contributor to the growth of microbreweries in Dallas-Fort Worth. Sit down and listen or else we'll sit you down!

Danielle Stephens is a wife, mother and cancer survivor. She talks about her 2-year battle with Leukemia from the moment she heard the dreaded "C" word for the first time, to when she received the news she was cancer free (and everything else in between).

Richard Rafferty is a successful M&A attorney who aced the LSAT (literally). This divorced father of two boys talks openly about his experience raising a child with gender dysphoria, and "peaking" at the age of 35.

Chad Armstrong is a former Navy SEAL and professional triathlete, and current family man, financial planner and ultra-marathoner. Chad shares his thoughts on whether he could kill Brett in 30 seconds or less, and the current presidential race.