Success Made to Last

TrulySignificant.com riffs with the one and only Warren Hood. Warren is one of Austin's most respected musicians—known especially as a fiddler, violinist, mandolin player, singer, and songwriter. He's deeply rooted in the Austin music scene and blends Americana, country, folk, bluegrass, and swing influences.He comes from a musical family: his father Champ Hood was a member of the legendary Austin acoustic trio Uncle Walt's Band, which had a major influence on the Texas singer-songwriter movement.Here are the bands and artists Warren Hood has played with starting with The Warren Hood Band-His primary group since the early 2000s.Known for a blend of Texas country, blues, swing, and Americana.The band has held a long-running residency at Austin Beer Garden Brewing (ABGB).Current lineup has included:Marshall Hood – guitarWillie Pipkin – guitarNate Rowe – bassJordan Cook – drums2. The WaybacksA nationally touring acoustic Americana / bluegrass band from San Francisco.Warren joined in 2004 as fiddler and singer, replacing Wayne “Chojo” Jacques.The band performs at major venues and festivals across North America.3. South Austin Jug BandAn Austin acoustic/roots group mixing jug-band tradition, swing, and bluegrass.Hood was a key member earlier in his career.4. Blue Light SpecialOne of Hood's earlier bands while developing his reputation in Austin.5. Warren Hood & the HoodlumsA project blending jazz, blues, and new-grass acoustic styles in Austin clubs.In addition to his own groups, Warren is a highly sought-after sideman, touring or performing with many well-known artists including:Lyle LovettAlejandro EscovedoJoe ElyBob Weir (Grateful Dead)Robert Earl KeenHayes CarllJerry Jeff WalkerBruce Robison & Kelly WillisBen KwellerJoan OsborneLittle FeatBob SchneiderToni PriceHood has been part of the core network of musicians supporting Texas singer-songwriters for decades. Other Notable FactsBegan playing fiddle at age 11.Studied at Berklee College of Music and received the String Achievement Award.Has won multiple Austin Music Awards for Best String Player.His music often pays tribute to Uncle Walt's Band, honoring his father's legacy.Visit www.warrenhood.com to follow Warren's career.✅ In short:Warren Hood is one of Austin's “musician's musicians”—a virtuoso fiddler who leads his own band while also playing with a wide range of Americana and Texas roots artists.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Welcome to the 3rd Annual Blazy Awards.  Hall of Fame songwriter Kent Blazy host this insightful awards ceremony with TrulySignificant.com founder Rick Tocquigny.  Enjoy special tributes to Les Paul, The Beatles and our annual Memorium to musicians that went on their eternal home. The envelope please..... Kent's special awards for Newcomer of the Year- Jesse Welles. Listen to his extraordinary album Middle. According to Kent, he is the modern day traveling troubadour.  The Blazys pay tribute to the most influential duo of all time- The Everly Brothers. Consider how Phil and Don inspired Lennon and McCartney, Brian Wilson, Simon & Garfunkel, The Byrds, and so many others. Sound Engineers used to wear white coats, looking like scientists, willing to express their opinion on anything. The Blazys honors George Martin, for the Unsung Heroes Hall of Fame. And Sound Engineer for 2026 goes to Dave Cobb, producer for Chris Stapleton and Jason Isbell. And the Musician of the Year goes to........Italian, child prodigy, a fusion rock guitarist, finger stylist......Matteo Mancuso.Album of the Year....drum roll please......millions of downloads.....Jesse Welles broke the mold. Congratulations Jesse for being a rare "double winner" of the Blazys. Enjoy the Blazys celebration of Louis Armstrong, Quincy Jones along with many musical "Cornerstone" talents that passed away in 2025. The Blazys crescendos with a unique tribute to the Beatles recalling his Beatles to Bluebird Cafe journey.   Special thanks goes to our Austin production team.  Please enjoy all of the music of Kent Blazy at www.kentblazy.com and listen to the most insightful podcasts at www.trulysignificant.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors the extraordinary culture of the Texas Parks & Wildlife division led by Rodney Franklin.  Hear Rodney's backstory, starting with his upbringing in Paris, Texas and the positive influence of his Spanish teacher. And here is an excerpt from the upcoming book Big Hearted Texans that captures the spirit of this podcast:Every significant life has a moment—sometimes a single flash, sometimes a slow dawn—when a person realizes: This isn't just work. This is stewardship.For Rodney, it sharpened when his world expanded from a small historic site to the wide acreage of Lake Bob Sandlin State Park. Here was a state park as a backyard. Here was prescribed fire and wildlife biology and the living, breathing complexity of ecosystems. Here were school groups arriving wide-eyed—kids experiencing the outdoors for the first time.Rodney watched their faces change as they learned, as fear turned into curiosity, as wonder landed and stuck.And he realized something that sits at the center of this whole conversation: A Culture of Significance is built when you understand the impact of an ordinary day on someone else's forever.Seeing is believing. Check out www.tpwd.texas.gov and you will understand how this narrative unfoldsTexas parks have been called the “soul of the state.” If you're a native Texan—or even a long-term adopter—you understand why.Texas is rugged. Generous. Wide open. And proud. But Rodney makes the hard truth plain: in a state this big, less than five percent is public land. That fact changes the entire moral math. What you have is precious because there is so little of it.So the question becomes: how do you protect a place without turning it into a museum behind a fence? Rodney's answer is the balancing act at the heart of stewardship: protect the resource, and still invite the public in—because people won't fight to preserve what they've never been allowed to love. That means thoughtful trails. Responsible infrastructure. Planning systems that manage crowds. And experts—biologists, archaeologists, historians, interpreters—people who understand that parks are not “just” parks. They're habitat and heritage, science and story.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com presents the story of Heartgift.org as told through graceful, visionary leadership of their CEO Christy Casey Moore.Heartgift has saved nearly 3000 children's lives with a global mission to provide life-saving heart surgeries to children with congenital heart defect who live in areas with little or no access to specialized cardiac care. Hear the inside story on this Truly Significant organization, how they mobilize teams, and how one particular story of Christian has become emblematic of Heartgift.org legacy. Contribute today and volunteer for www.heartgift.org.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors Austin based, Ecuadorian artist Javier Jara who is debuting your latest album Our Rhythms, Our Voices. It's more than an album, it's a personal project that honors and celebrates the Latin American community. Javier and his team interviewed immigrants from all walks of life to create songs about their experiences, using rhythms from their native lands, resulting in a body of work that is focused on spreading positivity and light. Our Rhythms, Our Voices is part oral history and part roots music experimentation, the project aims to celebrate the Latin American community, their diversity, cultural heritage and contributions to this country and beyond. Find this wonderful music, poetry and storytelling album on Spotify. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Trulysignificant.com honors Patrick Sweeney, globally known as the Fear Guru, author of five books including Founders Creed, and cancer survivor. Patrick is also a 5x CEO, venture capital operating partner, and investor in over 75 startups. He couragely took a flying lesson and now flies stunt planes.Facing his mortality taught him how to live. Learn how we overcome a 2 million year old software inside the amygdula. The pre-frontal cortex is like the modern day i-phone with one application. Hear about how the amygdula highjacks you with fear, flight, or freezing...all innate actions with shortcuts that available. Hear about fear of sharks and fear of spiders. Instinctual fear ratches up our fear, but you can train fear of your system. When you are scared, you are primed for super human performance (you have heard of the 130 pound woman who lifted a car off their child)Pick up a new breathing technique from the Naval Seals and control your pre-frontal complex. Buy all of your Patrick Sweeney's book. Visit www.pjsweeney.com todayBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors Jacqueline Perez, founder and CEO of Kuel Life, a leading voice in the movement to normalizing aging for women over 50. Listen to Jacqueline riff about visable leadership, reinvention, positioning mid life women as a powerful cultural and economic force. This is a point in history with the sheer number of women over 50 hitting a record high. Marketers must pay attention, celebrate unique strenghts and contributions of women in their prime years.Be inspired by this brilliant, insightful conversation. Visit www.kuellife.com today. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com welcomes back Dr. Laurie Cure riffing on Emotional Intelligence. Hear how emotional intelligence informs us and helps us make decisions. How can you make Emotional Intelligence a part of your tool kit? How do you show up as a leader and manage change by integrating emotional intelligence?  Can we integrate humanity back into an AI infused corporate world? Learn that emotional intelligence is not a static construct. Decide if you want a "truly significant" company.   Email Rick@trulysignificant.com with questions and contact Innovative Connections to talk to Dr. Laurie Cure.  BUILD A FRAMEWORK AROUND EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com brings back a favorite guest, author and futurist Marc Morgenstern. Read his books..The Soul of Deal Making...is our favorite. Here's why you should listen to Marc.Marc is significant because he reframes the concept of “deal making” from being purely transactional to being deeply relational, values-driven, and purpose-centered. Here's why that matters: 1. He Elevates Deal Making from Tactics to Character Most books on deal making focus on:Negotiation tacticsFinancial engineeringLegal structureCompetitive advantageMorgenstern shifts the conversation to:IntentIntegrityAlignment of valuesLong-term relationship healthHis central idea is that great deals are not won — they are built. And they are built on trust, clarity, and shared purpose. 2. He Connects Business with Soul The “soul” in Soul of Deal Making represents:AuthenticityMoral groundingEmotional intelligenceRespect for all stakeholdersThis is especially significant in an era when:Short-term wins often override long-term sustainabilityDeals can damage reputations if misalignedLeadership credibility is fragileMorgenstern argues that the quality of the deal mirrors the quality of the people making it. 3. He Bridges Strategy and Humanity His work resonates with leaders who:Care about culture as much as capitalBelieve business is a vehicle for impactWant to create outcomes that endureRather than viewing negotiations as adversarial, he promotes:Mutual value creationListening deeplyUnderstanding motivations beneath positionsThat's a higher-level view of business — closer to stewardship than conquest. 4. Why It's Relevant Today In a world of:PE rollupsStartup exitsComplex partnershipsCross-border M&ADeals fail less because of math and more because of:Misaligned expectationsCultural incompatibilityEgoPoor communicationMorgenstern's message anticipates this reality. 5. Broader Significance His contribution sits in the same philosophical neighborhood as:Conscious capitalismStakeholder-driven leadershipValues-based entrepreneurshipHe reminds leaders that the true asset in any transaction is trust.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com presents Oren Fanok is the 27-year-old CEO of Pegasus Ticketing, a startup quietly modernizing how zoos, aquariums, and attractions run their operations while funneling funds into conservation. In just two years, Oren has gone from data analyst to CEO, building a unified, AI-enabled point-of-sale system that replaces outdated infrastructure across mission-driven institutions. His story is compelling for a leadership audience not just because of the tech, but because of the intention behind it. Oren designed Pegasus from the ground up with a 3% giveback model embedded into every transaction, ensuring that each ticket sold helps fund wildlife and habitat preservation. He's scaling a SaaS company in a legacy-heavy industry without chasing flash or VC hype—just long-term impact, operational simplicity, and authentic leadership.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com riffs with Kevin Adler, new Daddy, founder of Miracle Messages. Kevin F. Adler is an award-winning social entrepreneur, author, speaker, and “street sociologist” whose work focuses on homelessness, relational poverty, and community connection. He is best known for founding Miracle Messages, a nonprofit dedicated to helping people experiencing homelessness rebuild social support systems and find belonging and stability. He has been featured in major media outlets including The New York Times, Washington Post, PBS NewsHour, and delivered a TED Talk on his work. Adler has received recognition as a TED Resident, Presidential Leadership Scholar, American Express / Ashoka Emerging Innovator, and more. Educationally, he holds graduate degrees from UC Berkeley, the University of Cambridge, and is pursuing a Ph.D. in sociology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison. Miracle Messages (Organization) Miracle Messages is a nonprofit focused on addressing what Adler calls relational poverty — the isolation and lost social ties common among people experiencing homelessness. The organization helps unhoused individuals by:Reuniting them with family and loved ones through volunteer-led message and reconnection services.Providing “phone buddies” — volunteers who connect weekly with unhoused neighbors for consistent social support.Direct cash support pilots, such as basic income experiments backed by Google.org and USC research.The mission reframes homelessness not just as a housing issue but as a crisis of community, connection, dignity, and belonging. When We Walk By (Book) When We Walk By: Forgotten Humanity, Broken Systems, and the Role We Can Each Play in Ending Homelessness in America is Adler's book (co-authored with Donald W. Burnes) that explores the deeper causes of homelessness and proposes constructive ways individuals and systems can help. Key themes include:Humanizing people experiencing homelessness — challenging stereotypes and urging readers to see their shared humanity.Relational poverty — the idea that losing social connections is a core contributor to people becoming and remaining unhoused.Critiques of broken systems — showing how social services and public narratives often fail to address root causes.Actionable solutions — from individual empathy and connection to evidence-based policy and community-driven approaches.The book blends social analysis, personal stories, history, and practical guidance, showing how walking with rather than walking by people experiencing homelessness can transform both individuals and systems. Why His Work Matters Adler's work is influential because it reframes homelessness from a problem to be managed into a shared human challenge that society can solve through empathy, connection, and better policy. His approach emphasizes relationships and agency rather than judgment or paternalism, and it has measurably reunited thousands of unhoused people with loved ones and helped inform innovative solutions like basic income pilotsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com presents GO TEXAN honoring Guy Stout at the Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association. Guy has been in the wine industry for over 40 years holding every conceivable position from grape growing, making wine, working in restauranteur, master sommelier, CEO and mentor to many.Enjoy this odyssey that will inform, entertain, and illuminate.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Truly Significant honors Yasiris Ortiz, featured professional table tennis player in the movie Marty Supreme and founder of Spin and Learn Foundation. Enjoy her remarkable story of immigration, resilience, vision, and tenacity to serve others. Ms. Ortiz defines Truly Significance as she lifts young people up, especially the special needs community. Yasiris speaks candidly about accessibility, cultural relevance, and disadvantaged youth. She answers the CALL to help, uplift and educate students, instilling courage, pride and purpose.Contribute today to www.spinandlearn.com or call 718-690-1693. Email info@spinandlearn.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors Monica Nasif, founder, entrepreneur, and brand builder of Mrs. Meyers. Inspired by her mother Thelma Meyer, she entered into the $19B household cleaning product market with their fearlessness of Thelma. Today, Monica is sharing details from her illuminating book- I Bottled My Mother (The Mrs. Meyer's Story: Grit, Grime and Growing a Business), debuting March 2026 from IdeaPress Publishing)Learn what is truly significant to Monica beyond revenue, exits, and brand recognition. Hear about the toughness and playfulness of Monica coupled with her work ethic. Did Monica actually retire at 53 or was she merely hovering over the next opportunity? Finally, hear Monica riff on creativity and the importance of your personal outlet. Buy "I Bottled My Mother (The Mrs. Meyer's Story: Grit, Grime and Growing a Business) everywhere books are sold. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com presents author Kyle Young riffing on his book Success is a Numbers Game: Achieve Bigger Goals by Changing the Odds. Learn this: every goal has two hidden numbers attached- probability of success and probability of failure. Hear about the inner qualities that will influence those numbers.Is "changing the odds" really about changing external conditions or changing ourselves first? Kyle is training for a marathon. Hear about his success diagram for eating, sleeping and training and never falling into the "averaging trap." And listen to Kyle stepping back from the boardroom and frameworks to reflect on what's truly significant.Buy Kyle's book- Success is a Numbers Game. Connect with Kyle on Linked in via Kyle Austin Young. Purchase at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Target and everywhere books are sold.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Dr. Bill Sappenfield, theologian, man of grace and gifted with common spiritual sense, returns to our studio to celebrate the beginning of Lent. Enjoy hearing his perspective and wisdom as we recalibrate our lives over the next 40+ days of Lent. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Stephanie Michelle Pimentel is a force of nature serving as Founder and CEO of Lumena Global. This "take no prisoners" leader brings cultural fluency, compliance precision and discipline, and operational clarity for companies seeking to scale their businesses to Latin America. Enjoy this insightful interview where Stephanie shifts the narrative to boardroom topics that are of prime interest.  Visit www.luminaglobal.com today to learn more about their services and the extraordinary leadership of Stephanie Michelle Pimentel....born in the Bronx by Dominican parents and resonating clearly with business expertise for the Latin American markets. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Daniel Pollack-Pelzner wrote one of the finest pieces of non-fiction with Lin-Manuel Miranda: The Education of an Artist. It is a book for "the ages" and is a finalist for non-fiction book of the decade at Truly Significant.com. This book is pure gold blending joy, history, social justice, accessibility, and more. We recommend this book for every student of art, music, film, television, dancing, and even anthropology. It clarifies purpose and intention. In this conversation, learn about "perfection paralysis," the rhythm and process of "page-system-measure," the value of the smartest form of collaboration, and a fresh definition of innovation. And as of bonus, get the inside story on the genius of Lin-Manuel Miranda and his many mentors that created a musical mosaic. Visit www.danielpollackpelzner.com to learn more about this brilliant author.  Here's more: NPR picked Lin-Manuel Miranda: The Education of an Artist (Simon & Schuster) as Books We Loved for 2025.  Daniel teaches English and theater at Portland State University. He received the Graves Award from the American Council of Learned Societies for outstanding teaching in the humanities. As a cultural historian and theater critic, his articles about playwrights from Shakespeare to Quiara Alegría Hudes have appeared in The New Yorker, The Atlantic, and The New York Times. His pandemic spoof, "What Shakespeare Actually Did During the Plague," was adapted into a short film for PBS, and his New Yorker profile of Cherokee playwright and lawyer Mary Kathryn Nagle is being adapted into a feature documentary. He is the scholar-in-residence at the Portland Shakespeare Project and a frequent guest lecturer at theaters around the country. Born and raised in Portland, he received his B.A. in History from Yale and his Ph.D. in English from Harvard. He met his wife in their elementary-school production of "A Midsummer Night's Dream"; they now live in Portland with their two children.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

According to author Kyle Young, every goal has two hidden numbers attached- probability of success and probability of failure. Hear about the inner qualities of leadership that influence those numbers. Learn the secret to achieving bigger goals and changing the odds. Listen to Kyle's framework that prevent you and your enterprise from falling into the trap of averaging.From a cultural and significance perspective, you will be illuminated with tips on probability hacking where your culture will flourish. Most importantly, Kyle steps back from boardrooms and frameworks and shares his heart on being truly significant.  You must know "what has to go right." Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

When Barry Hoffner lost his wife Jackie in a sudden tragedy, his grief was a black hole that consumed everything. But amid the quiet wreckage of loss, something unexpected stirred: the call to move, to reconnect, join a community and to live again. What you will hear today is a remarkable recovery and an audacious mission visit to all 193 countries on Earth. Listen to the incredible story tied to Belonging to the World, a deeply felt memoir of healing from grief, finding resilience, and forging human, emotional connection across the globe.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com kicks off Valentine's Day week with Dr. Shannon Poach, Founder of TheRightOne.net doing a fun, couples Q&A. Hear this robust conversation that covers: How to say emotionally connected when work, stress and life takes over.Why do we keep having the same argument even though we think we understand each other's point of view?How and why do past relationships and life experiences keep shaping the way? How can couples support each other's individual growth without drifting apart? What positive patterns exist with couples that have been married over 30 years? How can long standing atomic habits change or evolve? Of note, TheRightOne.net is a relationship platform that uses psychology-driven insight to connect you emotionally, creating relationships built to last. When emotional insights connect with your authentic self, you create the future path towards your right one.Dr. Poach created The Right One after 25 years of working as a psychologist, helping individuals and couples navigate the challenges of building lasting relationships. Over and over, he saw the same pattern: people weren't failing at love—the systems they were using were failing them.Traditional dating apps often reduce connection to swipes, photos, and surface-level attraction. They treat love like a game, leaving people frustrated, unseen, and still searching for something deeper.That's why Dr. Poach designed The Right One to be different. Our platform combines psychological science, advanced AI, and a human touch to understand who you are at your core—your values, your personality, your vision for life. We don't just help you “find a match.” We help you discover real alignment.Dr. Poach believes everyone deserves the chance to find a relationship that feels authentic, supportive, and lasting. That's the heart of The Right One—to connect people on the level where love truly thrives.  Visit www.therightone.net today.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors Texas legendary musician and author Bob Livingston. Bob Livingston's true significance isn't just that he's an Austin “legendary guitarist.” It's that he quietly helped define the soul of Texas music while never chasing the spotlight—and then spent decades using music as a bridge between cultures. Here's why Bob Livingston truly matters: A Founding Voice of the Austin Sound Bob Livingston was part of the original Austin progressive country / cosmic cowboy movement in the late '60s and '70s—before Austin was branded as the Live Music Capital of the World.He co-founded Lost Gonzo Band, which became the house band at the Armadillo World Headquarters, ground zero for Willie Nelson, Jerry Jeff Walker, and the outlaw-country revolution.Livingston wasn't a sideman chasing trends; he was helping invent the sound that blurred folk, country, rock, and storytelling.If Willie Nelson opened the door, Livingston helped build the room. ✍️ A Songwriter's Songwriter Bob's songwriting is deceptively simple—honest, literate, and emotionally precise.His songs have been recorded by artists like Jerry Jeff Walker and Gary P. Nunn.He writes with a novelist's eye: place, character, regret, hope—all without flash.In Austin terms: Bob Livingston is the guy musicians listen to after the gig.  A Cultural Bridge, not just a Musician. What elevates Livingston beyond “local legend” is what he did after Austin fame was available to him.He became deeply connected to Mexico and Latin American music, blending Texan folk with regional Mexican styles.Bob Livingston used music as soft power—a way to humanize people across borders through shared stories and rhythms. Integrity Over Industry Livingston consistently chose:Artistic authenticity over commercial packagingCommunity over celebrityLong-term influence over short-term applauseThat choice is why he's revered rather than merely remembered. In a town known for ego and excess, Bob Livingston became a symbol of quiet excellence. The True Significance (If You Strip It All Down) Bob Livingston represents something increasingly rare: A life where talent, humility, curiosity, and service stayed aligned. He helped shape Austin's musical identity, then spent the rest of his career proving that music is not about fame—it's about connection, belonging, and shared humanity. Remember this from Dare of an Angel- We did it simply to do it. We did it to be tender, yet tough, We did it for the beauty of music. Isn't that explanation enough.Visit www.BobLivingstonMusic.com to buy Gypsi Alibi- A Gonzo Memoir and all of Bob's music.  WEBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com and TheRightOne.net unpacks Neuro-Giving with author and subject matter expert Cherian Koshy. What is the neuroscience behind giving and generosity? Learn the definition of Neuro-giving beyond the traditional ideas of charity and altruism. Cherian explores meaningful giving as nourishment and a core operating feature. Listen to how you can move giving from transactional to transformational....thinking about who we are becoming as people. How does your brain make decisions? identity, cost-benefits analysis. why do you hand over money to a cause...there is no requirement and often only a "warm glow" in return.  Generosity triggers agency and purpose.To raise funds, find core people that are already bought into the purpose. If you have heard all of your life about caring for orphans, those big hearted people are more likely to engage and donate. And hear Cherian's definition of significance- giving to something bigger than yourself, creating hope for others. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors Natalie Bruce, U.S. record holder in free-diving. There are places the noise cannot follow you. Not the noise of headlines or deadlines.Not the noise of self-doubt or self-importance.Not even the noise of fear—at least not for long. One of those places lies a hundred meters below the surface of the ocean. And Natalie Bruce goes there on a single breath. She is a U.S. record holder in freediving—one of the very few humans on Earth who routinely descends into crushing pressure with nothing but lungs, training, and trust. But to call Natalie Bruce merely an athlete would be like calling the ocean “wet.” It is accurate—and it misses the point. What Natalie practices, what she embodies, is not escapism.It is engagement at its purest form. She enters what psychologists call FLOW state—a condition first studied by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, describing moments when action and awareness merge, time dissolves, and the self stops narrating long enough to let life speak. Natalie does not flirt with FLOW. She stakes her life on it. Enjoy this rare conversation with the one and only Natalie Bruce.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

The TrulySignificant.com series continues on TheRightOne.net with Dr. Shannon Poach. Learn about his boyhood days, time with YoungLife and his quest to help individuals find their right one. When emotional insights connect with your authentic self, you create the future path towards your right one.I created The Right One after years of working as a psychologist, helping individuals and couples navigate the challenges of building lasting relationships. Over and over, I saw the same pattern: people weren't failing at love—the systems they were using were failing them.Traditional dating apps often reduce connection to swipes, photos, and surface-level attraction. They treat love like a game, leaving people frustrated, unseen, and still searching for something deeper.That's why I designed The Right One to be different. Our platform combines psychological science, advanced AI, and a human touch to understand who you are at your core—your values, your personality, your vision for life. We don't just help you “find a match.” We help you discover real alignment.I believe everyone deserves the chance to find a relationship that feels authentic, supportive, and lasting. That's the heart of The Right One—to connect people on the level where love truly thrives.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

At TrulySignificant.com, we are narrowing our focus to topics that truly matter to others. Across our lifetime, the subject of loneliness has never gone away. Covid heightened the amount of loneliness. Unsuccessful technology (failed dating apps) only adds to the dis-ease.We have found a legit, authentic authority on the topic of relationships, dating and emotional intelligence with clinical psychologist Dr. Shannon Poach.Take a deep dive into the life of Dr. Shannon Poach, co-founder of TheRightOne.net....changing the experience of dating through emotional connectivity. Dr. Poach takes a very personal approach in this show. "When emotional insights connect with your authentic self, you create the future path towards your right one.I created The Right One after years of working as a psychologist, helping individuals and couples navigate the challenges of building lasting relationships. Over and over, I saw the same pattern: people weren't failing at love—the systems they were using were failing them.Traditional dating apps often reduce connection to swipes, photos, and surface-level attraction. They treat love like a game, leaving people frustrated, unseen, and still searching for something deeper.That's why I designed The Right One to be different. Our platform combines psychological science, advanced AI, and a human touch to understand who you are at your core—your values, your personality, your vision for life. We don't just help you “find a match.” We help you discover real alignment.I believe everyone deserves the chance to find a relationship that feels authentic, supportive, and lasting. That's the heart of The Right One—to connect people on the level where love truly thrives."Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com celebrates the one and only Daniel Cubillo. He shares this insider knowledge in his book The Creative Mastermind Mind: From Roadrunner to Showrunner. This is the ultimate field guide for creators, storytellers and entertainment professionals navigating today's chaotic content landscape. Daniel's incredible career spans 2000+ hours of produced content ranging from Top Chef to Fear Factor and Real Housewives to Real Madrid matches. This creative storyteller shares industry insight, riffs about the ethics in entertainment, and mentors the listener to find their own unique voices. This show was presented by www.theRightOne.net, a dating app focused on matching people through emotional connectivity and EQ. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honor author Chris Deaver riffing on Brave Together.  Chris helped shape leadership and creative culture at Apple and Disney, working on initiatives behind the iPhone, AirPods, Star Wars, and Marvel. It's a lived experience from inside organizations where creativity had to survive scale, pressure, and speed. Chris speaks to why modern leadership feels so heavy, why creativity gets harder as teams grow, and how co-creation/collaboration changes both performance and how work of significance actually feels.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Welcome to Truly Significant—the podcast that explores what really matters in life through conversations with big-hearted people. This show is presented by TheRightOne.net, the site created to intersect singles through emotional connectivity. Today's guest is someone who's been waking up America for three decades. You know him as the smiling, trusted face of the weather on The Today Show—but there's so much more to Al Roker than the forecast.This year marks Al's 30th anniversary on Today, an extraordinary milestone built on consistency, credibility, and connection. In this conversation, we go beyond the green screen and Doppler radar to talk about the things that truly shape a meaningful life—family vacations that turn into lifelong memories, the joys and lessons of fatherhood, and how weather, much like life, teaches us to prepare, adapt, and stay hopeful.Al reminds us that while storms come and go, it's the people we love and the moments we share that anchor us. This is a conversation full of warmth, wisdom, laughter—and yes, a little weather talk too. So grab a cup of coffee, settle in, and join me for a truly significant conversation with my friend, Al Roker Visit www.trulysignificant.com and share your heroes in life that lifted you up.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

The Right One.net sponsors this Truly Significant episode featuring author Andy Freed who penned Lead Like a Boss: The Bruce Springsteen Framework to Elevating Your Leadership. Andy is a veteran strategist, communication advisor, CEO and lifetime fan of Bruce Springsteen.In his book, he channels The Boss's timeless lessons on purpose, connection and perseverance in the modern workplace. After seeing Bruce 90...that NINETY times in concert, Andy conveys that great leadership isn't about ego or title, it's about building a band, not an entourage. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com riffs with Adrian Kelly, author of The Success Complex. What you will hear: How has the definition of success evolved from his early days as a criminal defense attorney to his modern day role as author and futurist?      2. What does "no country to die for" mean to you?      3. Why do we need to create "a place for faciitators to grow and hope, respect and tolerate?"       4. What is the missing ingredient between achievement and happiness?       5. Explore the 7 listeners on an FBI truck.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TheRightOne.net sponsors this Truly Significant podcast with special guest Jay Conner, author and private money authority. His book has valuable insights that makes a must read- Where to Get the Money Now. Jay isn't just about self promotion. He offers practical strategies for buying properties without using your own money, getting multiple big checks on every deal, and utlizing self directed IRA/retirement accounts for funding. From a True Significance perspective, Jay embodies his teachings, utilizing his extensive experience and Christian grounding to close, on the average, three deals a month. He has raised over $8 million in Private Money.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com and TheRightOne.net presents author, Statesman, and Soldier Dr. Dan Gerstein.  Having reported directly to General Wesley Clark, teaching professor at George Mason, and now a full time author, Dan explores machines potentially making decisions that could start a global conflict. In War Without Humanity, Dan combines a fact based narrative into an engaging, science fiction story. Dan has been on both sides of diplomacy and defense. No one is better qualified to write this timely story on robot's cognition and moral judgement. Will war remain a fundamentally human experience? The battlefield is no longer human territory alone. Pre-order War Without Humanity today on Amazon. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Commissioner Sid Miller and his wife Debra are honored on this special, bonus section to the Truly Significant chapter featuring their journey. Enjoy hearing about their journey of serving others and how this rancher means more to us Texans, especially in 2026. Here's our original tribute to him ....God made a Rancher.And on the eighth day… God looked down on His planned paradise and said,“I need a caretaker.” So God created a rancher. God said, “I need somebody willing to get up before daylight,check the fences, tend the cattle, then put on a clean shirt and go fight for folks who'll never know his name.” So God created a rancher. God said, “I need somebody strong enough to ride out droughts and floods, stubborn enough to stand his ground, and humble enough to know the land doesn't belong to him—he belongs to it.”So God created a rancher. God said, “I need somebody who knows the smell of fresh hay,the weight of responsibility,and the meaning of a handshake that still counts as a contract.” So God created a rancher. God said, “I need somebody who'll love Texas not just for its size,but for its soil… its people…and the generations who work the land long after the cameras are gone.” So God created Sid Miller. A man who wears a cowboy hat not as a costume,but as a testimony. A man who understands agriculture isn't a policy debate—it's breakfast on a school tray, livelihoods on family farms, and dignity for rural communities.God said, “I need somebody who'll stand up for farmers when it's unpopular,push back when Washington forgets where food comes from,and remind folks that common sense is still a virtue.” So God created a rancher who would becomeTexas Commissioner of Agriculture. But not a politician who visited ranches—a rancher who went to Austin.God said, “I need somebody who knows that leadership isn't about polish—it's about purpose. That significance isn't found in titles,but in lifting others up.” So God created a rancher. One who believes faith belongs in everyday work,that freedom is worth defending, and that feeding people well is a moral responsibility. God said, “I need somebody who'll tell the truth plainly, stand tall when criticized,and go home at night knowing he did right by Texas.” So God created Sid Miller. And while the rest of the world argues about trends,this rancher keeps his boots on the ground, his eyes on the horizon,and his heart set on service. Because long before the votes were counted,before the office doors opened,before the speeches were written— God already knew. Texas needed a rancher.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors Liz Galloway-McQuitter. Liz's love affair with basketball began in the fifth grade in Rockdale, Texas. Liz made a significant difference as one of the first women to play in the WBL (forerunner of the WNBA) and was inducted into Women's Basketball Hall of Fame in 2018. Her true significance is felt in Liz's advocacy for equality in sports for 46+ years.Enjoy this important conversation that includes insight on the very first women's professional basketball league, Title IX trailblazing, AND coaching at Texas A&M as well as influencing the next generation at Rockdale High School- Rockdale, Texas. Learn that equality IS dignity. How did Liz overcome gender and race bias? And the highlight of the show.....celebrating Liz's Mom who said...you can do anything! Edna was the glue of the family. She was known for your baking, cooking. and for being a fighter! Edna was Liz's first history teacher, providing perspective, wisdom and an appreciation for music and the arts. Contribute TODAY to Legends of Ball, Inc. that educates youth about the contributions of the WBL and Title IX. Visit https://legendsoftheballinc.org   Pass it on.....and pay it forward.And thanks to Vince Gennaro, Dean of NYU Lab for Transformative Leadership for making this introduction to the one and only Liz Galloway-McQuitter. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TheRightOne.net presents this truly significant story from author Jen Braaksma about Betsy Pauly. Befriending Betsy was known in her Missouri community as the woman who never turned away a creature in need. She rescued more than 100 cats, at least 10 dogs, a blind pigeon, and countless strays who would not have survived without human care. Hear the story of adopting an older dog and Betsy's spur of the moment decision to make a leash out of her panty hose. Betsy's adoption moments were generally not convenient, but all were LOVE IN ACTION. Learn how acts of empathy were a matter of principle. Consider your significance to our four legged friends. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Dr. Natalie Pickering, is a TEDx speaker, organizational psychologist and author of Leading Becomes You: A Real-World Framework for Leading from Inside Out.Enjoy this illuminating conversation. Learn how to resist fear and shame. It's time to revist your personal, self imposed rules. Reshape your habits. Consider that true leadership is how you may others feel and motivate them to optimize performance while unleashing their full potential! Buy Leading Becomes You: A Real-World Framework for Leading from Inside Out on Amazon, B&N, BAM and where ever you purchase your books.   And tell us your thoughts about Natalie's podcast by email rick@trulysignificant.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

After 128 programs in 2023, our podcast of the year goes to Sofie Roux. Sofie is 19 years old and is wise for her age. Sofie has a "condition of the heart" that started with helping students in Malawi. How can a person use the tools they have to help others, especially those without electricity and basic needs? Sofie poses the question- how can we create and innovate to help the future world, especially for young women? Perhaps being significant starts with a design mentality. Learn more about Bloombox Designs. at www.bloomboxdesignlabs.com.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com presents Dr. Melissa Robinson, author of The Empathic Leader: How EQ via Empathy Transforms Leadership for Better Profit, Productivity and Innovation. Enjoy this conversation centered around emotional intelligence and how modern day leadership should take EQ into a required set of skills to function.  Hear about actionable empathy and how it can work for you.Ponder Dr. Robinson's key message.....Empathy is in the feeling, but compassion is what you do.Learn the meaning of SOCIAL LUBRICATION. Walk away with a new perspective on warm hearts and cool heads. Purchase The Empathic Leader at B&N, Amazon and where ever you buy your books.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com presents Fred Voccola, author of The Coming Disruption. Fred reflects on his brilliant Dad who was a pioneer in own right. Through the lens of his Dad, we take a look at THE problem solving tool of our lifetime- Artificial Intelligence. Fred argues that we will see 70-110% productivity gains in the next 12 months, an economic jolt bigger than the Industrial Revolution. Learn about the most significant mindset shifts that leaders must embrace to capture those gains responsibly. SHOCKER- Over 50% of all White Collar jobs will be wiped out.  Hear Fred talk about Speed and Power. Get your heads around becoming a best in class AI first organization TODAY. Read The Coming Disruption- How AI Will Force Organizations to Change Everything or Face Destruction. Follow Fred on Social media-  https://www.thecomingdisruption.com/bookX - @realFredVoccolaBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com presents Bob Campana, author of Don't Look Down!Learn the inside story on this entrepreneur, Dad, Grand Dad and Great Grand Dad. Hear about his lessons in life, his resilience, grit, and how he emerged from adversity. Be inspired by Bob's humility, humor and perspective on a life lived significantly. Purchase Don't Look Down! on Amazon, B&N, BAM and whereever you shop for great books.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors Ray Zinn, legendary entrepreneur, author of The Essential Leader, and founder of Micrel, a successful semiconductor company. He served as its CEO for 37 years until its acquisition by Microchip Technology in 2015. He started Micrel in 1978 without venture capital, building it into a profitable, publicly traded company known for its focus on reliability and low employee turnover, making him Silicon Valley's longest-serving CEO. Of significance, learn that Ray was legally blind while leading Micrel to a $900 million valuation. Hear about how losing one sense does not limit you! Dive into the topic of "deep listening" and allowing adversity to refine you, not define you. Remember folks....strength isn't what you show when things are easy. It's how you adapt. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com presents the one and only Dan Ashley, ABC 7 anchor, in San Francisco as he debuts his fabulous Christmas single, Let It Ring. As a vocalist, Dan has led his band for many years, headlining great venues while opening for groups such as REO Speedwagon, Cheap Trick, Eddie Money, Patti LaBelle, Joan Jett and Melissa Etheridge. He has covered John Glenn returning to space, Columbine High School tragedy and walked the Nazi death camps with survivors. Dan is a born storyteller attributing his success to how and where he was raced. Hear Dan's tribute to his 92 year young Dad. He has given Dan so many pearls of wisdom including the recent wisdom about PROBLEMS. Remember this....if you have a problem that can be fixed with money, you don't have a problem. On this particular episode, learn the answers to....How did your early church and farm experiences shape not just your music, but your sense of purpose?How collaboration with Bill Bentley with his instruments, engineering, and mixing makes every song special? Buy Let It Ring and all other music from Dan Ashley on Apple Music, iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, YouTube Music and Amazon Music.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors Martha Lawrence, prolific author and biographer of Catching People Doing Things Right- How Ken Blanchard Changed the Way the World Leads. WINNER OF THE 2025 BEST BOOK AWARD FOR BIOGRAPHY, this candid business biography reveals how bestselling author, speaker, and business consultant Ken Blanchard revolutionized management by leading with love and service.Ken Blanchard transformed modern leadership theory through unlikely means—by catching people doing things right. Written like a novel with warmth and humor, this authorized biography reveals how a mediocre student who was told he "couldn't write" became a bestselling author and a globally renowned management expert.Through extensive access to personal papers, letters, and interviews spanning six decades, Martha Lawrence paints an intimate portrait of the man behind The One Minute Manager and dozens of other influential books. From his early days coaching Cub Scouts to building a worldwide training organization, Blanchard demonstrated that nice guys can finish first by focusing on serving rather than being served.During pivotal moments—his sister's tragic death, losing his home to wildfire, economic downturns threatening his company—Blanchard's optimistic leadership philosophy was tested. Yet his unwavering commitment to bringing out the best in others while leading with love created a lasting legacy that continues to influence organizations globally.More than just a business biography, this book shows an American success story of someone who achieved greatness not through ruthless ambition but by genuinely caring about people and helping them reach their full potential. Blanchard's story offers an inspiring road map for anyone seeking to lead with both results and relationships in mind.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors John Lennon on the 45th anniversary of his assassination. Featured on this show is the talented Darin Murphy, featured in the Broadway musical Lennon. Hear the inside story on John Lennon based on Darin doing the show through a beautiful blog that Ariana Huffington published. Enjoy this and the rare insightful stories about John Lennon through the lens of Darin Murphy who channeled his best Lennon on Broadway with Yoko Ono in the audience. When I was born in the fall of1964, the Beatles had just completed a full-scale invasion of the world (they actually were greeted as liberators). In my home the sound of the Beatles was like mother's milk, and the voice of John Lennon was as recognizable as those of my own parents. It was the envy of the music industry and ironically, John himself despised it, but in no way could it ever be mistaken for anyone else's. And I couldn't get enough of it. “Psychedelic vision is reality to me and always was. When I looked in the mirror at twelve, thirteen…I'd trance out and watch my face changing, becoming cosmic and complete. My eyes would get bigger and the room would vanish.” On December 8, 1980, I was 16 and watching Monday Night Football as Howard Cosell announced John's murder to America. Many would say that a part of them died that night, but not me. On the contrary, a part of me was born. I had always been an admirer, but suddenly I identified with John more than ever, and I discovered I could deliver a spot-on impression of that distinct voice. When I acquired my first 4- track tape machine, I would dissect the Beatles' recordings and recreate them as closely as possible. Those recordings eventually led to a job performing in a Lennon production on Broadway, which was seen by Arianna Huffington, which led to you reading this at this moment. That's just one of many serendipities and synchronicities that occurred within the cast and crew of LENNON over this past year, and they fed profound energy to a project that was already unique to anything else any of us had ever done. For all of us in the company, and Yoko Ono, who visited often, LENNON was a spiritual trip that transcended both show and show business, and I got to know a few sides of John that I hadn't before. Though we were dealing with a forty-year-long story that ended a quarter century ago, many of us, onstage and in the seats, felt as though we were actually experiencing John in the here and now. Perhaps that is where the real story of John Lennon lies, not in the places and dates and times, but in the people who have experienced him. There are those close to John who were enchanted by his charm, warmed by his generosity, frustrated by his stubbornness and wounded by his cruelty. And there are those far from him who are captivated by his charisma, inspired or enraged by his politics,enamored by his expressions of love or, like me, galvanized by his craftsmanship and charged by his spirit. Today as much as ever, artists use the talents of John Lennon the way Native Americans used the bison. Besides his musicianship and sensibility, we gain inspiration from his work ethic, his intellect, his literary skills, his presence onscreen, his comic timing, his artistic boldness, his naked candor, and his philosophy on life, which changed shape as his search for his own authenticity widened. “…The hardest thing is facing yourself. It's much easier to shout “Revolution” and “Power to the People” than it is to take a look at yourself; find out what's real inside you and what isn't, when you're pulling the wool over your own eyes, that's the hardest one.' It was no accident that Lennon left such a lasting musical legacy. He and McCartney had set out to do it purposely, to create music for future audiences as well as their own. But John had an even loftier goal: advancing the evolution of human consciousness. He talked and sang about it constantly, about how everyone could make it happen just by getting their minds together, “projecting our images in space and in time…raising the spirit of peace and love.” But he also warned us that the responsibility for bringing about such change lies in each of us as individuals. “You have to do it yourself…I can't wake you up. You can wake you up. I can't cure you. You can cure you.” We've been challenged, more than ever now, to recognize the man- made forces that lie behind our suffering; the prisons we've built for ourselves by limiting our thinking and our perceptions of reality; the ego-influenced illusions by which we live and die. These issues are front-page headlines, right now, every day, and that is why the words and dreams of John Lennon matter every bit as much now as they did then. At the heart of the matter is Truth, and it's important to realize, as Lennon did, that Truth is not some inanimate object to be manipulated, but a natural force living in the fabric of the soul that must be respected. But first, it helps to remember the most simple and basic of all the man's messages, the one he repeated over and over and would no doubt utter again if he had one more moment among us: I Love You. And we love you, too, John. Thanks!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors Michael King, founder of Teams.coach. Michael has been married for 28 years, father to 3 children, was a former Executive Pastor at one of Omaha's fastest growing churches. Enjoy this conversation that includes:Identity driven leadership.What does a Truly Significant leader look like in 2026?Within companies that companies you have advised, what identity misalignment most often creates chaos instead of clarity? What elements of emotional intelligence will matter most as AI takes over more of the cognitive workload? How does music inform your understanding of rhythm, flow, and performance in leadership? Just remember that you must keep your promises. Your yes is your yes. And find a way to bring hope with a visable North Star. Contact Michael@teams.coach today to learn about his company's services that will help your company find your why and lead with a purpose. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com honors Dr. Stewart Perrilliat Sr. founder of Man 2 Man - Urban Youth Alliance. He leads this significant, faith based organization dedicated to restoring men and empowering fathers to lead their families with integrity and strength. With decades of experience serving within correctional systems and community initiatives,, Dr. Perrilliat continues to champion a message of healing, accountability and transformation. Purchase The ManBook today and support this truly significant movement by contributing whatever moves your heart to www.man2man-uya.org. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com presents Kate O'Neill, renowned Tech Humanist, author of What Matters Next? and honored as Thinkers50.Kate spent her career exploring how technology can serve humanity—not the other way around. From pioneering the first intranet for Toshiba America to becoming Netflix's first Content Manager, Kate has seen firsthand how emerging technologies can either empower people or overwhelm them.Today, Kate advises organizations around the world on creating sustainable growth, designing equitably, and building long-term value through human-centered innovation. She is the author of What Matters Next? A Leader's Guide to Making Human-Friendly Tech Decisions in a World That's Moving Too Fast, where Kate examines how thoughtful technology choices shape the future.On this episode, we dive into regenerative growth, practical applications of machine learning, and how data can reveal insights that genuinely improve the customer experience. You'll hear about digital transformation in the film industry, strategies for investing in sustainability, and maximizing energy and processing power through thoughtful system design.Ultimately, this conversation is about setting a new precedent—using technology as a steward, sensitive to humanity, and always mindful of what truly matters next.  Visit www.koinsights.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com presents Kate O'Neill, renowned Tech Humanist, author of What Matters Next? and honored as Thinkers50.Kate spent her career exploring how technology can serve humanity—not the other way around. From pioneering the first intranet for Toshiba America to becoming Netflix's first Content Manager, Kate has seen firsthand how emerging technologies can either empower people or overwhelm them.Today, Kate advises organizations around the world on creating sustainable growth, designing equitably, and building long-term value through human-centered innovation. She is the author of What Matters Next? A Leader's Guide to Making Human-Friendly Tech Decisions in a World That's Moving Too Fast, where Kate examines how thoughtful technology choices shape the future.On this episode, we dive into regenerative growth, practical applications of machine learning, and how data can reveal insights that genuinely improve the customer experience. You'll hear about digital transformation in the film industry, strategies for investing in sustainability, and maximizing energy and processing power through thoughtful system design.Ultimately, this conversation is about setting a new precedent—using technology as a steward, sensitive to humanity, and always mindful of what truly matters next.  Visit www.koinsights.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

Truly Significant Texans honors Bill Martin of Carrizo Springs. Enjoy this story from an 8th generation Texan and an authentic MAN's man. Bill is Rancher, lover of nature, man of faith, loyal, hard working, all with a grateful heart for how he has been blessed. He is a superlative storyteller that will take you back to yesterday with a Texas twist and bit of nostalgia. Thanks to Betsy Tocquigny Campbell for connecting us to the one and only Bill Martin. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.

TrulySignificant.com presents Christopher Wyze. Chris is debuting two new Christmas songs. He is coming back to our studio for a second time on the heals of winning the 2025 Blues Blast Music Awards. Enjoy our conversation on what's important in life. We riff about Dr. Viktor Frankl, Sigmund Freud, and Bill Halamandaris. Christopher Wyze & the Tellers has won the 2025 Blues Blast Music Award for Best New Artist Debut Album for their thirteen-track release, Stuck in the Mud. The album, which landed on multiple blues charts around the world, received critical acclaim for its raw storytelling and powerful, fresh take on contemporary blues.Presented by Blues Blast Magazine, the Blues Blast Music Awards recognize excellence across the spectrum of blues styles and artists. A panel of blues industry professionals select nominees. Fan voting from around the world determines the winners. Joining Wyze & the Tellers in this year's winner's circle include Tab Benoit, Derek Trucks, Charlie Musselwhite, Shemekia Copeland, Bobby Rush, and Keb' Mo,' among others.“We haven't toured. We made a record of our original music — and let the music do the traveling,” shares frontman Christopher Wyze. “People told us we had to be out there gigging for the record to get noticed. We wrote, recorded, released, and built a fanbase around the world without ever hitting the road.”The band of veteran blues musicians was formed specifically to record ‘Stuck in the Mud,' with members all meeting for the first time in the studio. In the time between recording ‘Stuck in the Mud' and their follow-up live album, ‘LIVE in CLARKSDALE,' they played a single live gig — the live album performance – a fact that has made the group's rise all the more improbable.The band recorded ‘Stuck in the Mud' in two of America's most iconic musical locations: Clarksdale, Mississippi and Muscle Shoals, Alabama — both deeply rooted in the blues and roots traditions that inspire Wyze's sound. It burst onto the scene in late summer of 2024 and quickly gained traction worldwide, with listeners streaming in 90 countries. A string of radio and streaming charting successes propelled the album, along with nine of its singles. The album landed #1 hits with “Back to Clarksdale” (RMR) and the title track, “Stuck in the Mud” (iTunes Blues Charts: Germany, Mexico). It climbed onto multiple Blues Charts: in U.S., U.K., France, Canada, Switzerland, Belgium and Australia. ‘Stuck in the Mud' ended the year at #38 out of the Top 200 Blues Albums ranked by Roots Music Report (RMR) – one of just 3 albums by debut artists to break into the top 50.“When I first heard Christopher Wyze, I felt something raw, honest, deeply rooted in the blues – and unique,” said Johnny Phillips. “I've seen more than a few acts through the years. He's not trying to be anyone else. He's telling his stories — doing it with soul, grit, and a harmonica that cuts straight through. We're proud to have him on the Big Radio Records label. This award is a testament to what happens when you make good music.”Christopher Wyze & the Tellers are currently working on new material and planning select live performances in 2026.Listen to ‘Stuck In The Mud': cwyze.lnk.to/StuckInTheMudAlbumPRFor more information, visit christopherwyzeandthetellers.com.About the Blues Blast Music Awards:Founded in 2008, the Blues Blast Music Awards are presented annually by Blues Blast Magazine, the largest weekly internet blues publication in the world, with over 44,000 subscribers across all 50 U.S. states and more than 90 countries. The awards honor both independent and major label artists. The complete list of winners can be found at www.bluesblastmagazine.com/2025-blues-blast-music-award-winners-announced/.About Big Radio Records:Big Radio Records, based in Memphis, operates under the legendary Select-O-Hits distribution company, founded in 1960 by Sam Phillips, the man who discovered Elvis Presley and launched Sun Records. Big Radio Records is run by Sam's nephew, Johnny Phillips, who signed Wyze after hearing his recordings.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/success-made-to-last-legends--4302039/support.