Living Life Juicy Podcast

Janie Jeffries, the Director of the Stowe Heights Challenge Course located in Des Moines, Iowa returns to ask John three questions.   Support professional development for everyone by joining our Patreon - patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG  

This week's guest is Janie Jeffries, the Director of the Stowe Heights Challenge Course located in Des Moines, Iowa. She has worked in the nonprofit youth development sector for 15 years and on challenge courses for almost 20 years. We met through mutual experiential learning friendships but got to know each other over the past few years, helping each other learn how to facilitate in the virtual world. Support professional development for everyone by joining our Patreon - patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG    

Lauren Spangler, a painter, musician, and creativity coach, is back to ask John 3 Questions.   https://www.laurenspangler.com/ Support professional development for everyone by joining our Patreon - patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG    

Today's guest is Lauren Spangler, a painter, musician, and creativity coach serving clients in the United States and Canada. Lauren specializes in helping people unblock creativity and guiding artists toward finding balance, inspiration, and fulfillment. I'm excited to learn more about her journey and her direction. https://www.laurenspangler.com/ Support professional development for everyone by joining our Patreon - patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG  

Welcome back to the Living Life Juicy Podcast, where we explore how we can be present and kind as we do great things. We've invited Scott Gurst, Simon Says Master, and an electrical engineer to rocket scientists back to take over the show and ask me three questions.

I met today's guest over 15 years ago at a challenge course conference. Scott Gurst was leading a session of Simon Says that blew everyone away. It was only later that I learned that he is an electrical engineer with several satellites he's worked on in space. His work is currently orbiting Earth, Mars, and Jupiter! I'm excited to learn more about his story, which spans the universe from leading children's games for adults on Earth to the outer limits of our solar system.

Welcome back to the Living Life Juicy Podcast, where we explore how we can be present and kind as we do great things.  We've invited Matt Campana, Founder of Hands of Gratitude, back to ask me three questions.  https://www.hands-of-gratitude.com/  

Matt Campana Founder of Hands of Gratitude joins us today on Living Life Juicy. Hands of Gratitude provides a unique opportunity for organizations to build teams and give back to society by providing prosthetic hands to people all over the world. I met Matt when I help produce a virtual spotlight of his program during the pandemic and started a wonderful collaboration to keep Hands of Gratitude thriving during the lockdown.    https://www.hands-of-gratitude.com/

Tom Stephen from Monte Vista Church in Newbury Park, CA, takes the mic and asks John 3 great questions: 1 How long does it take for an organizational culture to change, and what have you learned in the past 18 years about culture? 2 What have you learned in being a dad to Pax (10-year-old son) that surprised you? (Question 2.5 – Where did you get Pax's name?) 3 Who are your top 3 musical influences? Link to Article – Lessons on Resilience from Jimmy Buffett's Last Song - https://medium.com/@john_27181/lessons-on-resilience-from-jimmy-buffetts-last-song-45c8e8c8c65e Connect With Tom Monte Vista https://montevistanp.church/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tom.stephen.52 Support professional development for everyone by joining our Patreon - patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG  

Meet Tom Stephen, Pastor at Monte Vista Church in Newbury Park, CA. Tom has been a good friend for over 20 years. He's one of the best storytellers I know. In this episode, we explore his journey to where he is today and the role improv can play in speaking. Connect With Tom Monte Vista https://montevistanp.church/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tom.stephen.52 Support professional development for everyone by joining our Patreon - patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG  

Mitch Fairrais of On The Mark Consulting is back to ask John three questions: 1.      What do you want your life to be about from this junction forward? 2.      Where do you do your best work? 3.      If you could wave a magic wand and change the behavior of the next generation, what one thing would you change? What is your hope for the next generation? Connect with Mitch On The Mark Consulting - https://www.onthemark.ca/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-fairrais-aa7b8216/  Support professional development for everyone by joining our Patreon - patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG  

We welcome Mitch Fairrais, President and Founder of On The Mark, The Learning Experience Company Inc. Mitch is a consultant, speaker, and trainer who has been in the business for 30+ years. He shares his unique journey to becoming a respected thought leader in the business world.   Mitch is also a founding board member of Socks 4 Canada, a non-profit, volunteer organization committed to contributing warmth, comfort, dignity, mobility and health to homeless people by providing them with new socks. www.socks4soulscanada.com  Connect with Mitch On The Mark Consulting - https://www.onthemark.ca/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitch-fairrais-aa7b8216/  Support professional development for everyone by joining our Patreon - patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG  

Gina takes over the show and asks John 3 questions: 11. What are some of the great things people you've interviewed have done? 22.  What have you found to be the approaches or activities that have been successful in inspiring the masses? 33.  Is it standard practice to look at individual purpose and mission when working on an organization's strategic plan? Connect with Gina: Keeler Gardens: https://www.keelergardens.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gina.iliopoulos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-iliopoulos-0a612612/ Join our Patreon to support Professional Development for All: patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG

Meet Gina Iliopoulus, the founder and Chief Horticulturist at Keeler Gardens in Chicago. She's on a mission to shift entire communities through a connection to nature. Find out what “Biophilic” means and how it changes lives. Connect with Gina: Keeler Gardens: https://www.keelergardens.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gina.iliopoulos LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gina-iliopoulos-0a612612/ Join our Patreon to support Professional Development for All: patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG

Dr. Amy Climer takes over the mic to ask John three questions: 1) What is one of the most creative things you've ever done? 2) What do you regularly do to make your life better? 3) What do you see as the challenges your clients have to be more creative? Connect with Amy: Climer Consulting: https://climerconsulting.com/ Climer Cards: https://climercards.com/ Virtual Climer Cards: https://climercards.com/virtual/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amyclimer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyclimer/ Join our Patreon to support Professional Development for All: patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG

Meet Dr. Amy Climer. Amy works with teams to understand and leverage the power of Creativity. In this episode, we explore creativity as a competency, Creativity as an organizational/team factor, and how a degree in Biology can lead to a PhD in Creativity. Connect with Amy: Climer Consulting: https://climerconsulting.com/ Climer Cards: https://climercards.com/ Virtual Climer Cards: https://climercards.com/virtual/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amyclimer LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyclimer/ Join our Patreon to support Professional Development for All: patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG

Ed Caplan shares his perspective on the role Karl Rohnke played in the world of experiential education. 

Meet Ed Caplan. Ed shares his personal journey as a facilitator, educator, and trainer. We talk about how he has made a career in experiential education. Ed also shares what he is discovering about artificial intelligence and how he is using it to help him write grants and control his ADD. Connect with Ed: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ed.caplan.3 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/xperientialed/ Keeler Gardens: https://www.keelergardens.org/ Join our Patreon to support Professional Development for All: patreon.com/JohnLoseyGPG

Renee is back to ask John three questions. If you didn't catch the last episode with Renee, you need to. She tells her story of entrepreneurship and why it's so important to be involved in your local community. This conversation explores: The biggest challenge for an entrepreneur The dream job or client What to tell a person who is tired of the corporate life. Connect with Renee: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/YourCaliforniaHome LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-delgado-757a022/ Book – Mastering the Start - https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Start-Step-Step-Workbook/dp/0578425149 

Today's guest is Renee Delgado. I met Renee through our local community theater, The Conejo Players, where she is extremely active on and off the stage. As I got to know a bit more about Renee, her involvement in the theater barely scratches the surface of who she is and what she does. She is currently a successful business leader, Moorpark city council member, and author. But I want her to tell her story. Connect with Renee Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/YourCaliforniaHome LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/renee-delgado-757a022/ Book – Mastering the Start - https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Start-Step-Step-Workbook/dp/0578425149 

Entrepreneur and Franchise expert Lee Sheridan takes the microphone and asks John three questions: Leadership Gaps Process for evaluating organizations Where to find creative inspiration Connect with Lee: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-sheridan-330b245/  Two Maids and a Mop - https://twomaidscleaning.com/virginia-beach/ 

Today, we're chatting with Lee Sheridan. I first met Lee when we both worked at Farmers Insurance. He was a stand-out participant in several leadership programs I was involved with. He left the security of his corporate position to buy and run Two Maids, A cleaning services franchise. He's transitioned from a corporate “animal” to an entrepreneur. I'm excited to learn more about Lee's Journey.  Connect with Lee: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/lee-sheridan-330b245/ Two Maids and a Mop - https://twomaidscleaning.com/virginia-beach/

Kindra Bostick of Kikori takes over the podcast and asks John three questions: What's Your Goal? What's the coolest thing that could happen? When $$$ is no object  Connect with Kindra LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendra-bostick/ Kikori - https://www.kikoriapp.com/ 

Today, we're chatting with Kendra Bostik. After working as a Social worker and Therapist in schools and inpatient behavior health, she started a company called Kikori (KICK – ori) and is completing a Ph.D. I'll let her talk more about those things. I'm hoping to learn more about her journey and why purposeful play is so important. Connect with Kendra: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kendra-bostick/ Kikori - https://www.kikoriapp.com/

Corporate recruiter and executive athlete Ken Lubin takes over the podcast and asks John three questions: The journey toward where we are going, Failing toward success, Habits and Mindsets Connect with Ken LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/klubin/ Web - https://www.kenlubin.net/ Executive Athletes - https://www.executiveathletes.com/ 

Today, we're talking with Ken Lubin. Ken is currently a Managing Director with ZRG Partners with a focus across growth industries. Over the past 22 years, he's had tremendous success in placing leaders in Sales, Business Development, C-Suite Leadership, and Operations We met during the pandemic as we were finding ways to keep people engaged in the virtual context. Ken also continues to be a competitive athlete with a love for the thrill of pushing himself to excel. He still competes in ski racing, bike racing, running races, and endurance events. He is the founder of Executive Athletes and The Ultimate Hire blogs and podcasts. Connect With Ken LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/klubin/ Web - https://www.kenlubin.net/ Executive Athletes - https://www.executiveathletes.com/ 

The Creativity Doctor, Daniel Cape, asks John three questions: Childhood influences Changing one thing in the world One object for the rest of your life.  Be sure to connect with Daniel: Web - www.TheCreativityDoctor.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-cape-phd-4aa3291b/ 300+ Book Series - https://www.thecreativitydoctor.com/300-uses-series  

Today, our guest is Daniel Cape. With his work in experiential education, outdoor adventures, leadership, and a Ph.D. in the psychology of creativity, he has become known as the Creativity Doctor. His new book, “300+ Uses for a Nalgene Bottle,” was released in August of 2023. We met through mutual friends in the experiential education world. I'll let him tell us more about what he does and where he comes from.  Web -  www.TheCreativityDoctor.com LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/daniel-cape-phd-4aa3291b/ 300+ Book Series - https://www.thecreativitydoctor.com/300-uses-series

Mike turns the tables on John and asks him three great questions:  What is a current creative problem John is facing? Defining Fun Daily Habits to stay on course Connect with Mike: Web - https://www.mikebrennan.me/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-brennan-ad/ Make Fun A Habit - https://www.mikebrennan.me/books/pre-sale-make-fun-a-habit-book

Today, we are talking with Mike Brennan, Author, Creative Consultant, and Communicator, telling stories on pages and stages integrating creativity, innovation, and productivity. He leads the Daily Creative Habit community on Facebook and hosts the Creative Chats podcast. Mike is the first guest to be on Living Life Juicy twice. I met Mike in 2009 at a conference called The Thing, where he was doing amazing live event sketching, where he captures the key moments and phrases in his unique visual style. He has a new book, “ Make Fun A Habit,” available for presale now and coming out this fall.   I want to hear more about that but before that, I want to hear more about Mike's Origin Story Web - https://www.mikebrennan.me/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-brennan-ad/ Make Fun A Habit - https://www.mikebrennan.me/books/pre-sale-make-fun-a-habit-book

We turn the microphone over to Tim so he can ask John 3 questions. Being Uncomfortable John's Bucket List Music and Life    Connect with Tim: LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/timwalther/ Grand Dynamics - https://granddynamics.com/ All In Adventure Stories - https://granddynamics.com/web-all-in-book/

Tim Walther, a resident of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, is a seasoned expert in Applied Psychology, Experiential Learning, and Team and Leadership Development. With over 25 years of experience, Tim has designed and delivered numerous national and global training programs. He's also served as the President of Grand Dynamics International, a company based in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, specializing in experiential training and development. I first met Tim over 20 years ago at an experiential learning conference. He has never stopped pushing himself to learn more about human performance. His life is his lab. We reconnected during COVID to explore the possibilities of using virtual tools to help people and teams reach their full potential. This work culminated in the ALL IN Cold Water Plunge on New Year's Day 2021. I want him to share more about his new book All In Adventure Stories. LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/timwalther/ Grand Dynamics - https://granddynamics.com/ All In Adventure Stories - https://granddynamics.com/web-all-in-book/

Ken Weisner of The Beach Play Company turns the tables and asks John 3 Questions

Our guest today is Ken Weisner, the founder and chief playmaker of Beach Play Company in Hilton Head Island, SC. Ken is another pandemic blessing. We got to know each other virtually through Zoom workshops. It was two years before we connected face-to-face at the AEE International Conference last year. The Beach Play Company brings fun and connection to organizations, businesses, and families. His energy is infectious, and give him a chance to tell you more about his journey. 

Living Life Juicy is a Podcast and YouTube Channel where I interview people from all different industries, positions, and perspectives who remain present and kind as they do great things. In reality, it's just a great excuse for me to talk with people I find interesting and who I think you need to know more about. From people in the movie industry to the last ringmaster from the largest circus. From an Imagineer to a restauranter. Actors, facilitators, entrepreneurs, and coaches. Wilderness guides and corporate leaders. In these interviews, we explore identity, transitions, and other topics that relate to all of us.  We continue this in season 4. We chat with the chief playmaker from the Beach Play Company. The leader of Grand Dynamics, a person who lives his life as a lab from an organization that puts on amazing corporate events. A corporate “head hunter” who also encourages business leaders to find the adventure in what they do, and an insurance executive who left the corporate world to build a housekeeping enterprise. We will also chat with artists, entrepreneurs, and community theater leaders who is also a realtor and local politician. There may even be a few surprises mixed in.  So go to the Living Life Juicy Podcast channel and subscribe. Then check out some of the past episodes to get an idea of what we do. Like and comment to help spread the word.

Innovative entrepreneur and all-around amazing person Jeannie Kim turns the tables on host John Losey and asks him 3 insightful questions about leadership and making an impact on society. 

Jeannie always had a dream to be in service to the community. Jeannie's family immigrated from Korea to start a new life, opening a restaurant in San Francisco, where Jeannie experienced the life of an entrepreneur at age 12. Years later, after receiving her Master of Divinity from San Francisco Theological Seminary (SFTS), she was pressed into taking over the family business to make ends meet as a single mother while she remained active in ministry. With no business background, she operated the restaurant like a church, caring for people and building relationships to become an award-winning 4-4.5 Star beacon in the San Francisco Mid-Market District. “I've never left the ministry. It took on a different form,” reflects Kim, who says she thinks of herself as providing pastoral care to her customers and employees, listening to their stories, and “feeding their souls.” Her entrepreneurship continued in the opening of the Fermentation Lab in Mid-market SF, Divine Indulgence Catering, and, most recently, work in the wine industry in Napa. In 2020, Jeannie earned the Distinguished Alumni Award from San Francisco Theological Seminary and now serves on both the Board of Trustees of the University of Redlands and the Board of Directors of SFTS. She also serves on the Mid-market Central Benefit District SF board and recently joined SF Farm Bureau.

Lucinda Martinelli is the creator and director of Whole Planet Consulting.  She has been creating and leveraging teachable moments since 1991 and holds a Master's degree in Experiential Education from the University of Wisconsin.  As a master facilitator, trainer, and educator, she works with educators in schools and outdoor centers who want to build a collaborative culture, empower students to learn, and rekindle the joy of teaching and learning.

Bryn Lottig is the co-founder of Kikori, an app for educators that aligns experiential education activities with teaching and social-emotional standards. Bryn is a sought-after expert in experiential education and an Adventure Program Coordinator at Arbor Vitae-Woodruff, an Expeditionary Learning school. She received her Master's degree in Adventure Based Experiential Education from the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse.   https://www.kikoriapp.com/

Mark gets to turn the tables on John and asks him three questions.    Link to the proper way to replace toilet paper 

John and Mark talk about their "solopreneur" journies. Mark Suroviec started his business, WorkPlay Solutions, at the height of the pandemic. He shares his story of getting into making sure the workplace doesn't suck. We explore starting a business, Improv, writing, and foster care.  Here are a few of the links/resources mentioned.  Springfield College The Human Performance Institute Winshape Foundation Kieth Jarrett and The Koln Concert Story

John and Alan explore facilitation and the power of experience in working in people's lives. In the middle of the pandemic, Alan took on a new position in a new country. He moved from South Africa to Zambia to become the Head of Centre: Ndubaluba Outdoor Centre. Enjoy getting to know this amazing person.    

John and Dan have a wonderful conversation that explores coaching, consulting, facilitation, and the journey to be where we need to be. Dan Miller is the person behind Fifth Pillar Consulting https://www.fifthpillarconsulting.com/

Darrell and John explore his journey from the corporate world, to international basketball, to a non-profit leader. Enjoy our thoughtful conversation on dealing with transitions and transformations.  website - https://highergroundconsulting.org/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/darrellhammondsr/ 

Producing over 400 virtual meetings, summits and conferences per year, John designs, produces, speaks and MC engaging virtual meetings all around the world. Author of Amazon #1 Hot New Release, Engaging Virtual Meetings by John Wiley & Sons. Producing with over 16 screens. john@engagingvirtualmeetings.com (206) 856-8491 http://engagingvirtualmeetings.com/meet

John interviews Jeff Losey, a man who wears many hats. Jeff is the CEO of Old Boney Mountain Foundation for Kids, a nonprofit organization that focuses on empowering children to achieve their dreams. Prior to his current role, Jeff spent over 35 years in the insurance industry, holding various positions, including Vice President and Head of Professional Development. Jeff is also my brother. Old Boney Mountain Foundation for Kids

We turn the tables and let Jill ask John three questions

I spent some time with Jill Culton as she was recovering from promoting Abominable, the amazing movie she wrote and directed. Jill and I got to know each other while working at a Jr. High Camp at Forest Home. She’s gone on to work for some of the most remarkable companies when they were at their innovative heights. After graduating from Cal Arts (the school started by Walt and Roy Disney) Moved on to Pixar with John Lasseter, then to Sony and most recently with Dreamworks. We talk about recovering from major projects, how working at camp influences her work today and What is was like to be at the early days of Pixar.

Mark Matlock turs the interview tables around and askes John three great questions.

Mark is the founder of WisdomWorks and is an author, speaker, and consultant. Wisdom is the first topic of discussion and why focusing on wisdom is so important. We also explore his use of social media to help people understand differences in civil discourse. I checked the origin of "It Ain’t What You Don’t Know That Gets You Into Trouble. It’s What You Know for Sure That Just Ain’t So" https://quoteinvestigator.com/2018/11/18/know-trouble/