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Jill Moses of the Inspired Community Project joins us once more and shares the journey of her organization since its inception in 2021 and how it has grown into reality with a dedicated center in the Bronx, New York. Their focus on early intervention, family advocacy, and training local professionals through New York State's first behavioral health apprenticeship program have led to community-driven solutions to empower Bronx families and professionals. Programs include direct services for children, advocacy coaching for families, and apprenticeship opportunities, creating lasting impacts on the community. Jill shares the future plans that involve replicating this model in other NYC boroughs while maintaining a strong local focus. Jill's dedication to empowering individuals and addressing systemic barriers has turned her vision into a growing and sustainable movement.

Winston Wilkinson, a former chief of staff in Maryland's governor's office, shares his experiences cultivated in his years  in government relations where he directed the Office for Civil Rights and served on the Salt Lake County Council. He also shares what he learned growing up in the segregated community of Cedar Heights, Maryland and how that shaped his perspective. After joining the Navy in 1962, he witnessed historic events like the Cuban Missile Crisis, Martin Luther King Jr. and the March on Washington. His career includes roles under Presidents Reagan and Bush. Active in Maryland and Utah politics, Wilkinson emphasizes the importance of understanding societal dynamics and educating future generations to overcome racial and economic barriers.

In this episode we visit with Cole Parkinson, Executive Director of Carry On Foundation and Founder/Owner of Malleable Mind, Performance Mental Skills. In this interview, Cole speaks about the transformative power of action sports in nurturing the mental health of youth. Discover how action sports serve as a catalyst for building confidence, competence, character, and connection among young individuals. Cole also shares his expertise on addressing real-world , emphasizing the importance of refining technology habits and enhancing educational opportunities for the younger generation. Drawing from his extensive research in Sport Psychology, Cole underscores the pivotal roles of confidence, focus, and motivation in overcoming emotional hurdles. Join us for a great discussion explaining the intersection of action sports and mental health.

Nasirullah Safi is from Afghanistan and was the interpreter for American Troops. Because of this, he and his family were targeted by the Taliban. They suffered many atrocities, but despite this, John has found purpose and meaning in helping others that have gone through similar experiences.  His story is one of resolve and a reminder of appreciating the simple things in life. 

Ethan Gibson is the author of “Nonchalant Perfectionsism”, which highlights his journey toward mental health. In this episode, he discusses what he discovered when he began making decisions for himself despite what others thought; how mental health is not a linear process and more. 

Wesley Johnson is the the Triathlon Coach for the University of Arizona. He has spent the last 9 years as a coach with USA Triathlon, leading teams I the World Championships, Paralympic and Pan American Championships and was named the 2021 USA Triathlon Coach of the Year.  In this episode, he speaks about the necessity of getting fundamentals down first; learning from those you coach and more. 

On January 15, 2009, US Airways Flight 1549 was forced to land on the Hudson River. Dave Sanderson was the last passenger off of the plane as he chose to help others get off first. In this episode, Dave shares what he learned from that experience, including what matters most; effective leadership; the power of checking egos at the door; how the statement of “No One Is Going To Die Today” became the statement that unified the passengers in purpose; and much more.

Selvi Clark is a Gold Star Spouse to CIA Officer & US Navy EOD Tech Casey Clark. She is the Director of Booz Allen of AI Adoption. In this episode we talk about the loss of her husband while on his 57th deployment and the toll of that sacrifice on family, emotional health, the power of therapy, and the importance of prioritizing spending time taking care of one's health and key relationships.    

Whitney Lyn Allen is a Grief Coach, speaker, and the author of “Running In Trauma Stilettos”.  In this episode, Whitney shares her journey of finding peace and purpose after the loss of her husband.   Her message to those going through the trauma of loss is, “I see you” and “You're not alone”.  She highlights the power of purpose in overcoming challenges as well as what others can do if they know someone going through grief.  You can learn more about Whitney at:  whitneylynallen.com https://www.instagram.com/whitneylynallen/ https://www.tiktok.com/@whitneylynallen

In this episode we speak with Michelle Hoover, a Leadership Development Strategist | Keynote Speaker | Talent Strategy Consultant | Executive Coach about how the COVID pandemic and the “break of action” impacted businesses and the workforce resulting in re-prioritization of what workers feel important in life. Michelle has found that leaders who provide a “whole person” experience and opportunities to connect with others within the organization and externally do more for the health of a company than times previous.  Her commitment is the “betterment of people”. Thanks to Michelle for spending some time with us!  

James Brunson is the head coach of The North Philadelphia Nomads rugby team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Having played rugby, he helped Larry Conlan set up a team. After budget cuts forced school closures, many students were assigned to attend the different schools. Because there were few spots on the various athletic teams, many students were at risk. These students and others, formed the Nomads. The program has grown substantially since then and has led to players improving their grades, develop leadership skills, overcoming external obstacles, and gaining college scholarships.  Their story has been made into the movie: “The Nomads”.

Norman Brown was given multiple life sentences for possessing drugs. In 2015, President Barack Obama granted him clemency after reviewing his case. As a Program Manager for the DC Department of Youth Rehabilitation Services (DYRS), he is a mentor to youth to  “Formulate goals, objectives and strategies for the Credible Messenger Mentoring Program utilizing the Restorative Justice and Positive Youth Development Models for the rehabilitation of adolescents in the juvenile correctional setting.” Despite over two decades in the justice system, he admonishes all to make the best of their situation, regardless of where you find yourself. 

Kelci Sager is a Grief Educator & Certified Life Coach.  She is also the  founder of Rise With Grief. In a short time period, her sons were in serious accidents. As they were on the mend, her husband was diagnosed with an aggressive form of cancer, leading to his death. In this episode, she explains how she overcame the immense grief through the help of others and a change in perspective. She is an inspiration.

Gretchen Evans is a retired Command Sergeant Major. She was in the military for 27 years. She was involved in an explosion while leading her team into enemy territory. After sustained a brain injury as well as loss of hearing, effectively ending her military career. Since that time, she has been busy inspiring others. She formed Team UNBROKEN. It is a group of veterans and civilians who have experienced life-altering injuries, illness, or traumas that take part in adventure races worldwide. She is also the recipient of the Pat Tillman Award for Service. Gretchen is also the author of the book, “Leading From The Front”; A board member for America's VetDogs, as well as an ambassador for No Barriers and the Wounded Warrior Project. 

Jmond Tapp is a Defensive Lineman for the University of Texas Longhorns football team. In this episode, Tapp shares the opportunities football has opened for him, including an experiences such as serving the people in Guatemala by building basketball courts so the kids could have somewhere to play. It had a profound impact on him and highlighted the importance of cherishing everything we have in this country. It also led to a proactive approach preparing for the future, including working with mentors, counselors, and others for life on the gridiron and after.  

Tammy Rabideau is an essayist for the New York Times and a writer for a number of other news organizations (Newsweek, Washington Post, HuffPost). In this episode, she shares how she became an essayist, and her experiences of homelessness, sexual assault, emotional abuse led to lessons she learned that allow her to relate and teach others through her writing and how the kindness of others as a trajectory to her career.  We thank her for her candidness and her time.  You can learn more about Tammy at tammyrabideau.com

Justin Batt is a father of four, a TEDx Speaker, an Entrepreneur, Spartan Racer, Farmer, Clemson Fan, Farmer, Author and fatherhood coach to entrepreneurs, business leaders, politicians, celebrities, athletes and more.  His goal of end the cycle fatherlessness. In this episode, Justin shares some of ways fathers can build their relationships with their kids, including “Failure Fridays”, “Would You Rather” game, “Driveway Devotionals”, “Setting the Example 1st”; Being Intentional; Sharing our Stories and more.  Thanks for your time Justin!!  The advice you gave has already had a positive impact on our families! If you'd like to learn more about Justin, visit: JustinBatt.com

Dr. David Bearss is a trained cellular biologist and serial entrepreneur committed to finding cures for cancer. He is the CEO and co-founder of Biolexis Therapeutics (biolexistx.com) as well as six other biotech companies. In this episode, David discusses the advances in technology that expedite the drug discovery process. Biolexis' Moleculern process utilizes artificial intelligence combined with a proprietary empirical compound library, discovering new drugs faster and cheaper than ever before. Having lost family and friends to cancer, he dedicated his career to combating this deplorable disease. As a result, the discoveries by David and his team have led to many lives saved. Thanks for your commitment, David!

Bobbi Gibb is a is also an artist, lawyer, neuroscience researcher, and author.  She is also the barrier breaking first woman to run the Boston Marathon, breaking assumptions of what physical challenges women capable of accomplishing. She shares some of the inspiring scenes as she ran the course, including the great support she received along the way.  Her enthusiasm in contagious and her commitment to inspiring others continues to be at the forefront of what she does!

Malte Niebelschuetz is a social entrepreneur, change maker and CEO of Shore Buddies, whose mission is to bring Sustainability into Play, to keep Plastics out of the Oceans.  He is also a “Play Ambassador” for the Toy Association's Genius of Play initiative. In this episode, Malte discusses the change from a corporate career to that of an entrepreneur whose company helps the environment and passes the learning onto the next generation.  He also discusses the impact of focusing on our “why” in any endeavor, especially when things aren't going the way we'd like.  His easy going demeanor and enthusiasm to make a difference is evident.  To learn more about his company, you can list shore-buddies.com.  Thanks for the visit Malte!  

Mika Shino is the Founder and CEO of Mochi gummies, which mission is to “build bridges across cultures through food”. She shares her impressive journey of being a first generation Japanese American and the lessons she learned as a United Nations diplomat; a senior advisor to Herbie Hancock as a UN Goodwill Advisor; Founder/CEO of Roar Consulting and SoundPlay; an author and more!  She is a true renaissance woman who shows what is possible when you put your mind and energies to a good cause!  

Dan Young has been an entrepreneur his entire life.  He is the CEO of Xidax PCs, PC Laptops, Ugly Unicorn Crypto Hedge Fund as well as a creator, investor, and mentor. Dan's passion is to share his experiences on maximizing financial, physical and psychological well-being. In this episode, Dan shares his story, including his successes, his highs and lows, the importance of balance and mental health, helping other entrepreneurs, waging war for personal change, and more! Have fun listening to his nuggets of wisdom, we sure did!

Will Baggett is an author, brand strategist, storyteller and keynote speaker who has been recognized by the White House Department of Communications for “outstanding service to the President of the United States.” He has helped produce events, including the Super Bowl, Final Four, College football bowl games, and more. In this episode, Will talks about how relationships can make you truly rich and how being genuine is the key to social capital. He also talks about the value of adversity as well as how the successes in his life can be directly traced to the example of grit and respect his parents exemplified. He also tells of incredible leaders who became his friends and mentors and the greatness they exuded by caring for people first. We left this interview better people. Thanks Will!

Susan Eckert is a Mindset Coach, Speaker, and Author of the upcoming book - The Rhythm of F.L.O.W. After fifteen years in corporate life, she felt “deflated”. After coming across an inspirational quote, she realized she was following the path others had set for her versus following her own. Since corporate life she has been busy creating & innovating. In addition to writing & publishing books, she founded Transformation Photography®️ (the process of healing self-image/body image through the photography experience) and The H.E.R. Method: a holistic process for rapid transformation.

Stephen Ritz is a reknown TED Speaker, Author, Educator, founder of Green Bronx Machine, and much more! Wanting to build a culture of learning in an underserved area, he found a way to teach his students through growing plants. Since that time, he and his students have been recognized by the White House, the City of New York, and has spread the love of growing gardens throughout the world. In this episode he shares the story of how it all began and how it has bridged cultural gaps, knocked down stereotypes, and led to healthier communities. It's an inspiring story that may just lead you to plant your own garden! You can learn more about Stephen's organization and how to get involved here: https://greenbronxmachine.org/

In 2021, Kennedy Littledike was in an accident that resulted in the amputation of one of her legs after she was catapulted out of the car and onto a live telephone wire. In this episode she shares the miracles that happened the night of her accident as well what she learned from on her pathway to a new normal; the power of family and friendship in overcoming new obstacles; the importance of staying active and “doing stuff” versus wallowing in circumstances out of our control; and much more! We have a feeling you'll be incredibly inspired! This young woman is wise beyond her years! Thanks for the conversation Kennedy!

We had the pleasure of speaking with Heather Monahan, CEO of Boss in Heels, TED Speaker, and author of the best selling books “Overcome Your Villains” and “Confidence Creator”. In this episode, Heather shares the importance of doing good in the world; not being afraid to be told “No”; recognizing and dispelling limiting behaviors; how we can learn from our kids; how fear is a liar, and much more! We hope you gain as much from this as we did!

Shaun Parry is a Broadway Performer, Director, Choreographer, and the President of Promethean Spark International, a nonprofit organization that does life coaching for impoverished youth. He has spent years of his life teaching life skills to youth in leprosy colonies, prisons, slums, and sex trafficking shelters worldwide. Shaun is on the Council for the World United and was the Artistic Director for the World Parliament on Spirituality. He is also the author of the book, “Auditioning For Life - Success Strategies Learned From Broadway Auditions”. In this episode, Shaun shares how he was the consultant and coach for the first Broadway musical in Egypt; the intense experience of being a civilian first-responder at ground zero after 9/11; and the power of understanding this mantra: “we learn by listening; we become by doing.” Enjoy the show!

Josh Little wanted to build a company he wish existed. With that initial drive, he has successful started a number of companies, including Maestro, Bloomfire, Qzzr, and Volley. In this episode, Josh explains his mission of building beautiful things; helping others; casting an infectious vision, and the power of being radically transparent.

In this episode, Drew Blandford-Williams talks about the power of simplicity. He has had a career that began in the Navy and eventually led to becoming one of the foremost cybersecurity experts; an author; supporting crew in a tv series; and more! He has found that success in life is about learning to work, serve discover, and find purpose and happiness. Thanks for the time Drew!

After a tragic work accident left her husband, Russ Youngstrom a paraplegic, they assessed the simple safety precautions that could have prevented the mishap. Since that time, they have made it their mission to “make just one worker out of each audience think twice, instead of doing something unsafe.” Laurel talks about the support they've received as well as the lives that have been impacted by their work.

Bernard Toney Jr. is the former White House Medical Officer and current Vice Chair of Stepping Stones for Global Development. In this episode, he shares his incredible story, from surviving a drive by shooting to becoming a combat veteran, Tillman Scholar, Clinician, Educator and more. He emphasizes that people can and do change. He discusses the importance of lifting others and of not letting success becoming an enemy to happiness. He continues to inspire those around him and those he serves as a Vice Chair for Stepping Stones for Global Development. Thanks Bernard for spending some time with us!

Nick Lavery is an American Hero. He is a Green Beret who lost his leg after being shot by a PKM Machine Gun at close range. 2 years later, he was back in combat. He states that his purpose is to be a warrior, by any righteous means necessary. He shares his work ethos as well as the power of “Weaponizing Generosity”. His lessons learned serve as a powerful reminder of what we are capable of despite the opposition we face.

Sara Schulting Kranz has energy that can power a city! One would never know that she was a trauma victim of rape and later in life, a major betrayal. In this episode, she talks about how the road to healing and halting the “toxicity trying to take over” her life and the power of making the choice to forgive those that caused the the trauma in her life. She is committed to helping others through land and water healing. She reminds us that the beauty of “living through hard stuff is that you become stronger as a result”. We hope you get the same infusion of energy as we did in listening and learning from her. Enjoy the show!

Monica Fullerton is the founder and CEO of Spouse-ly, an online marketplace platform where all vendors are approved military & first responder families of those who serve in the military sell their crafts, services, and goods online. It enables them to become entrepreneurs despite the many transfers common in the military and has been linked to providing a sense of purpose and income to those involved. It also provides a sense of community so vital as loved ones are on deployment. Monica has been recognized as a Forbes Next1000 for her work. We found her energy and sense of purpose contagious and believe you will as well! Thanks for spending time with us Monica!

We had a fantastic visit with our friend, Liz Wiseman. She is the CEO of the Wiseman group and New York Times Best selling author of a number of books, including: Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter, and Impact Players: How to Take the Lead, Play Bigger, and Multiply Your Impact. In this episode, we discuss the value of curiosity and the effectiveness of approaching things with childlike wonder; challenging our assumptions; the power of asking, “Why?”; Upward Empathy; and much more! Enjoy the show, and thanks for being such a wonderful teacher Liz! We are better because of it!

Aaron Stark gave a talk on TEDx called, “I Was Almost A School Shooter”. His life was one of abuse, neglect, and being bullied. In this amazing story, find out how caring friends gave him a sense of self-worth that helped him find hope. At present, he is a mental health advocate on a mission to help others overcome their history of abuse. His admonishment to “love the ones you feel deserve it least because they are the ones that need it most” is a reminder of what humanity can be. For those that would like to help him in his cause, you can do so at: https://www.paypal.me/aaronstarkauthor

Dr. Theresa Larson is a former Marine Platoon Leader, Physical Therapist, Lead Educator, and Author. Jon Macaskill is a former Navy SEAL commander, podcast host, and public speaker. In this episode, we discuss how mindfulness and meditation helped them overcome the anxiety and stress brought about by changes the in their lives and how it allowed them to embrace “new normals”. They are dedicated to teaching individuals, groups, and organizations the principles and practice of mindfulness and meditation and have found that these soft skills lead to hard results. You can learn more about what they do here: https://movement-rx.com/mindfulness-experience/ and mentalkingmindfulness.com

Cheyenne Glade Wilson is a 5th Generation Rancher who is committed to helping rural entrepreneurs. Having overcome bouts of trauma in her past, she teaches others how to “lean into the calm” and shares why people need people. She has built a number of successful businesses, and finds great joy in spreading positivity and awareness of modern day ranching as well as a passion for empowering women involved in agriculture to live life at a higher level.

In this Episode, Lisa Petersen, Clinical Director, Clinical Trauma and Crisis Expert of the organization, Stop Soldier Suicide talks about a system of support that helps those returning from the military to transition to post military life and the power of asking follow-up to properly assess an individuals emotional state. Though her work is primarily military, those things shared apply to those outside the military, including understanding the spectrum of needs and the vital nature of connection.

Pam Zembiec is the author of “Sellfless Beyond Service: A Story About the Husband, Son and Father Behind the Lion of Fallujah”. Her husband, Douglas Zembiec, known as The Lion of Fallujah, was killed in a secret mission. In this episode, Pam discusses the emotional trauma that spouses of fallen soldiers pass through. She discusses how grief is not linear and how it will find even the most resilient if they don't let it out; how she went through “identity reconstruction” after her loss; and perhaps most importantly, the noble life lived by her husband, who his team said “Would follow him into battle with a spoon as long as he led the team”. We thank Pam for being incredibly vulnerable and upfront about the emotions she dealt with for years and have no doubt that it will be a benefit to all those listen.

Kyle Goguen is the Founder and CEO of Pawstruck.com. He is a serial entrepreneur and vested in helping others succeed. In this episode, Kyle explains his path to that led him from being an engineer to creating his own business that has brought quality pet products to the masses. Kyle also shares the importance of helping others and how a collaborative community is essential to helping ones own progress and in developing the next generation of entrepreneurial business owners. Thanks for the time Kyle!!

Have you ever bought something online and wondered if it was legitimate? In this episode, David Howell, the founder of Howell & Associates, a Brand Protection company shares his experience of tracking down unauthorized sellers, counterfeiters and what you should consider before making a purchase online.

Michael DeSelm is a Navy Veteran who served as a Dive Med Tech in Naval Special Operations; he is also a Cancer survivor of Stage IV Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. In this episode, he shares lessons learned from his military service, the challenges of PTSD, and the lessons learned from his Cance journey. Michael has a passion for helping people thrive, which drives the work that he does at Stop Soldier Suicide - a VSO committed to providing free mental health services to Veterans & Active Duty Servicemembers. His message: "Be fully present in every moment." Thanks for the time Michael!

Jill Moses is the CEO and founder the The Inspired Community Project, a non-profit organization committed to the equitable access to special education and resources. In this episode, Jill discusses the importance of putting people first and the rewards of serving the community and improving the lives of their students through representation and advocacy. It's a testament on putting valiant ideas into action!

Chinkara Singh is the Senior Vice President of Broadcast Production at AREA 23. In this episode, Chinkara shares her passion for creating narratives that run deep and how that translates to both meaningful and entertaining productions. She also shares the importance of caring for people deeply and how that foster a great sense of unity on set. This has its own reward as individuals at all levels feel a sense of value, loyalty, and pride for what they do as they understand that each level contributes to the entertainment that touches the masses. It's a system that has led to a number of recognitions such as the Cannes Lions, Clio, Clio Health, One Show, Mixx, Manny, D&AD, Webby, MM&M, and AdAge Creativity Awards. Enjoy the show!

Corinne Devin is a Navy Commander, Orthodontist, former Ms. Texas, Ms. United States, an Author, Motivational Speaker and more! She is also one of the most genuine and caring people that you will ever meet! In this episode, she shares what she learned growing up as a “military brat” and how that has translated to helping her navigate obstacles and achieve her goals. She is committed to helping others live up to their potential, especially that of belief in self. We can't help but be inspired by her enthusiasm for life and her commitment to making others better!

Curtis Kennedy had a dream to play in the National Hockey League and was well on his way to do so. When a freshman in high school, he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer that would ravage his life for the next four years. During that time, he found great sources of inspiration fueled by the purpose of making people's lives less painful. Now at the age of 26, he is the CEO of Symbodi, a company that is dedicated to “to help bridge the gap between human limitation and human potential”. Thanks for the time Curtis!

After listening to a music composition by Masa Fukuda, you can't help but be inspired. He is the founder and director of the “One Voice Children's Choir”, a choir bringing kids from different backgrounds and uniting them through music. Masa shares the story of how the choir was created and the many people who influenced him along the way. His mission to unite people has touched the lives of thousands across the world. As someone once said, "We may speak different languages, but music is a language that we all understand”. Masa Fukuda is a master at doing so!

We had a great visit with our friend, Jim Harmer. Jim was in law school when he began making a living blogging about photography. As a result of those experiences, he started The Income School, which has helped thousands begin their own web based brands. A serial entrepreneur, Jim sold The Income School to pursue another passion, education. He and his wife started the Trekker School, which teaches kids by bringing ”fun, out-of-the-box experiences, technology skills, and entrepreneurship” opportunities so kids can apply their learning. Have fun listening to this episode, Jim's energy is contagious, and his desire to make a difference inspirational!

In this episode, Colby Bauer, cofounder and CEO of Thread wallets shares his story of how a lost wallet and a rubber band turned into a global business success! Colby's energy, passion for life, and deep rooted are contagious! It was a great opportunity to gleen some amazing lessons about business success and personal victories from one of the coolest people we know!