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In this episode I am joined by Gwynne Wright. Gwynne and I were teammates at Iowa State where she was a stud in the distance events, and another great example of the impact that walk ons can have at the Division I level. We talk about how Gwynne is one of the best friends I have ever met, and how she always finds a way to cheer people up and make them feel loved.

In this episode I am joined by Emily Barske. Emily is currently the an Editor for the Business Record, and is using her skills to get stories out that will make a positive impact in people's lives. I first met Emily back when she was the Editor in chief at the Iowa State Daily. We talk about the impact she wants to make with her work and what she is actively doing to get there.

Today I am joined once again by Conner Greene for a special episode. Conner will be the host for every 10th episode where he will ask me questions as I reflect on what I am learning. In this episode we look back on our first few episodes and talk about why I wanted to start this podcast to tell other's stories.

In this episode I am joined by Derek Jones & Trey Achterhoff. Derek & Trey are former track and field athletes at Iowa State who were like big brothers to me. We talk about how they became such close friends and how powerful it is to have somebody to walk through life with you.

In this episode I am joined by Levi & Landan Paulsen. Levi & Landan are former football players at the University of Iowa who embody what it means to always be learning and growing. We talk about how they were involved with the community during their time in Iowa City, and I learn how much money you can raise by cutting your hair and shaving your beard.

In this episode I am joined by Levi & Landan Paulsen. Levi & Landan are former football players at the University of Iowa who embody what it means to always be learning and growing. We talk about what it was like for them to grow up in a small town, playing in the Iowa Shrine Bowl, being a Division-I football player, and more.

In this episode I am joined by Erica Lynn Douglas. Erica is a former heptathlete at Iowa State University who has gone on to travel throughout the state of Iowa and speak about being confident as a female athlete. We talk about Erica's journey as an athlete, what it was like having a dad who was also a coach, and how she is impacting high school athletes now.

In this episode I am joined by Gavin DeWitt. Gavin is a former wrestler at Iowa State and Maryville University. We talk about some of Gavin's coaches who impacted his journey, what he has learned about life from wrestling and injuries, and why wrestlers and gymnasts are so attracted to each other.

In this episode I am joined by Rachel Watters. Rachel is a Women's Wrestling Coach at William Penn University. We talk about Rachel's journey as a wrestler, her transition into coaching, and what she has struggled with as a woman in a mostly male sport.

In this Episode I am joined by Austin McBeth, Assistant basketball coach at Truman State and former football and basketball player at Iowa State. We discuss his wild college journey, how he got into coaching, and how he uses his position as a coach to teach young men and women about Christ. We also discuss Austin's new book The Sweet Sixteen and what it means to love as a coach.

In this episode Suz talks about her experience playing volleyball in college and overseas, how she has made difficult decisions in her life, why she loves being a coach now, and cutting fingernails at breakfast.

In this episode we discuss life as a college athlete, the trials that come with coaching changes, how to get the most out of your college years, and of course, what Conner has learned from his many coaches along the way.