The Leader Next Door

Today we sit down with Ken Massa, CEO of Mass Inbound to discuss leadership, sales techniques and inspirational movies.

Today I had the privilege to sit down with Mike and talk about many things. I was curious what it was like back in 1999 when ESPN followed him and his teammates around at practice and in school for an entire season. If you are an old school, die hard high school football fan like myself, you may remember when two of the top 2 teams in the state and country squared off in the final game of the season. One was coached by legendary Mike Pettine (CB West) and the other was coached by Mike Pettine Jr. (North Penn). A great piece of PA HS football history that Mike was a very big part of and also aired on National TV. Mike left teaching and coaching a few years back and has an entirely new outlook on life. He is proud of the past and excited for the new days ahead of living a quasi-Amish style life in Bucks County. Not exactly Amish, but he does spend a lot of time in bare feet gardening and being an amazing father to his children. During this 2 hour chat Mike shares some life lessons learned from the late, great, Mike Pettine and of course his son, "JR." We also jump into a new style of preparing/strengthening our bodies for the long life ahead. We both have Tommy John iii to thank for that. Listen in and share if you like it!!!!

Alex Meyers first showed up in my life about 18 or so years ago when I coached him in 9th grade football. Alex's transformations from 9th grade until present day is something you would have to see to believe. As a matter of fact, you can if you follow him in IG @a_meyers215 In H.S. Alex went from not wrestling his freshman year to taking 6th at States as a Senior. He is one of the few students to ever earn a PA State Wrestling Medal from Hatboro-Horsham High School. After HS, Alex found his way into the U.S. Army. He served in Afghanistan and came home with some great friends and life experiences. All along, Alex had a passion for BJJ. He earned his Black Belt a while back and has had quite a few Pro fights in the Octagon. He trains at Saga BJJ (co-owned by his brother Kyle). Listen in this week as Alex gives some insight into what makes him tick, motivates him and why he absolutely cannot stand messy eaters!

Back in 2019 Jack was a kid who roamed the halls of Hatboro-Horsham brightening people's day and always looking for the next big sports story. It was like an obsession. I remember teaching him in school and wondering why he seemed to be so interested in sports. It almost seemed unhealthy. Well, that "unhealthy" obsession turned into a full on career. Jack produces for former NFL player and current media personality, Ross Tucker. He also started a media collaboration with Colin Thomspon, former standout at Archbishop Wood High School. Jack was excited to announce that Colin was recently signed with the Minnesota Vikings. Find out what it takes to get to this level at such a young age. This might surprise you, but it isn't a college degree. Jack spills some secrets to his success and dives into his journey on the road to becoming something unique and special.

It was an honor to sit down and talk with a young man who has achieved so much success in such a short time. Dalton became a bit of a local legend in High School where he was named Gatorade high school basketball player of the year in 2009. From there he played for West Virginia (played in the Final Four) and went on to finish his college career at Temple where his final year he averaged around 18 points per game. This landed Dalton the opportunity to play basketball professionally in Europe. For the last 10 years Dalton has played in several countries including Poland and most recently, Italy. As a matter of fact, he liked living abroad so much that he got married and had 3 children! Humility is something that was portrayed by Dalton in this 75 minute chat. Even with all of the shinning spotlights and big moments on the court, Dalton handles life in a calm manner and is able to always stay positive.

Morgan Long is a current sophomore at JMU. I had the great honor of teaching her in my Leadership class in High School. As a student, she excelled in so many ways. This past November, Morgan decided to put her skills and talents to the test by ramping up her Tik Tok game, all while maintaining her grades and social life. She focuses on the lifestyle of a 20 year old college student and her content is extremely catchy and fresh. You can watch her go about her day and she somehow makes waking up and getting ready for school very entertaining. Find out who some of her big sponsors are this year and gain some advice from an up-and-coming influencer who is destined for greatness. At only 20 years old, Morgan is a kind, caring and very mature young woman. She hasn't fallen into the party trap that many young college students fall into. She is able to spend her days alert, healthy and getting stuff done! Follow Morgan on Tik Tok @ MorgannLongg PS: I did not use Chat GPT for this episode description.

Back in the year 2009ish I had the honor of coaching Lex in the wonderful sport of Football. I got to know him over the next 4 years and watch is struggles and successes. He made his was from HS and found some success in Amateur and Pro MMA. Lex learned just as much from his losses as a fighter as he did his wins. After some ups and downs and having 3 beautiful children Lex found himself wanting to get back into the Octagon. However, there was one problem, Lex weighed in at over 300 pounds. As of today, he is sitting in at around 245 and getting ready to start fight camp in the next few weeks. Lex has a big heart and is constantly working on himself to be better. I learned a lot about him in this 80ish minute sit down. Cheer him on as he is about to step back into something very few of us humans are willing and or capable of doing!

Want to become a better leader? Listen to these 5 tips that can help you on your journey. These are 5 ideas, that if implemented on a regular basis into your life, could yield massive results! Share this with anyone out there who could benefit and don't be afraid to "Face the Sharks"

About 8 months ago Danny packed up the car and headed south to a little town called "Auuuustin". He even started his own company called, Mastering Movement. During the day he works as a personal trainer at Orange Theory Fitness and is looking to expand a little bit on his own. I had the pleasure of teaching and mentoring Danny about 10 years ago as his HS teacher. He was the type of student that you knew had what it takes to be successful in the world. In today's conversation we discuss overcoming bullying, starting a business and taking risks. Check out Danny's new company here: mastering-movement.com We wish Danny, his girlfriend and their puppy(featured throughout podcast) all the best in their new endeavor.

Talking with Serena for a little over an hour and I'm convinced she possesses a special gift. Serena, very popular on Instagram and TikTok as @thehealingfawn_ has been helping clients heal and live their very best lives. In our 75 minute conversation, she shares so many valuable strategies to help identify past trauma and begin to heal from it. I know you will love her story and probably want to refer your family and friends her way! I know I do.

Today I sat down with all around great human being Sean Brockington. He is a former athlete, personal trainer and very thoughtful individual. Much like myself, Sean asked a lot of questions when he was young. It turns out, we both still are kind of the same in that regard. I think anyone who gets to listen to Sean will see that he is a very smart and genuine person with characteristics that make him a great father! Listen in to hear some of the life issues we try and conquer in this episode. The love Sean has for his new born son is inspiring, I think you will want to hear what he has to say.

Check out 2 or 3 of Jim's top 5 family adventure travel destinations in the world. Last time you had some desert and some jungle. What will this week bring? Anywhere you can drive to from the east coast? Yep. Any international? Yep. Check it out.

Megan was a contestant the History Channel's Alone Show (Season 3). As a matter of fact that is how we met each other. We talked about the process of applying and going through Boot Camp in order to "make the cut". Megan leads a fascinating life with her husband and two children in the remote parts of Vancouver Island, Canada. How was she able to last 78 days in Patagonia without tapping out? She is extremely strong willed, funny and just a great overall person. We also discuss the possibility of our new Survival Show coming out soon.

Do you want to take your family on memorable adventure vacations to the coolest parts of the world? Or are you getting ready for your 7th trip to Disney? Either way, this episode is for couples with or without kids that want to hit the open road and live life to the fullest! Some of these destinations are in the US and some are not. Either way, listen in and see if this is the type of life you see yourself living with your squad.

Branden is a unique and caring soul that was put on this earth to help others find their path and deal with their struggles. During our talk we found out that we are both Alumni of the ACT 101 Equal Opportunity program in higher education. Branden started off at Shippensburg University before being invited to leave. During this time, he did some learning and searching and earned his way into Drexel University! Not only does he help young people with their mental health all day long in school, he works outside of school as well. If you are a fan of Hip Hop, you may have heard Branden on Tres Leches Radio. This is a Podcast on Apple, Spotify, YouTube etc.. that focuses on new and old Hip Hop artists. Have a listen and check out Tres Leches Radio when you can!

Today Jim sits down with absolutely no one to talk about his recent mountain bike race in which he came in almost dead last. Listen in on his pre-race attitude and how it went downhill (not literally) from there. Also find out how to become and "expert" in anything.

Ava is finishing up her senior year of HS. She has made lots of friends, great memories and left her mark over the last four years. She decided to take her talents and further her education in a place where the syrup flows like a chilled desert spring. A place where beards, flat brimmed hats and modern hippies can be seen instinctively frolicking the campus quad. Perhaps there are more cows in Vermont than people, but it doesn't stop the beaming pride students and citizens of Vermont hold near and dear. Ava will be no exception. Ava talks about the next four years and what that might look like. She might even start up rock climbing so that she can fit in better with the locals. In fact Ava hopes to get really close with the rocks over the next few years. If the mosquitoes don't chase her out of the state, she sees herself working towards a degree in Environmental Science. She loves the planet and wants to preserve the future for generations to come. Although 20-degree weather is known as t-shirt weather in Vermont, Ava plans to make the most of her experience regardless of the temps. Listen in this week as Ava, this weeks "Leader Next Door" shares her perspective on this generation. So grab your maple syrup tap and dig into this weeks tribute and conversation with the great, Ava T.

Tammy Tuckey is an Emmy-award winning filmmaker, actress, podcaster, and singer. Since 2011, Tammy has hosted, edited & produced The Tiara Talk Show, a YouTube/iTunes podcast that invites the creative talent behind various Disney films, television shows and theme park attractions to discuss their experiences working for The Walt Disney Company. In 2022, the podcast transitioned to a live YouTube chat show, The Tammy Tuckey Show (youtube.com/tammytuckey). Tammy's newest album, "Glowing in Timeless Places" featuring cover versions of Disney theme park-related songs will be released on April 15! Check out the details and even listen at TammyTuckey.com

It's as easy as riding a bike! Often times we hear this phrase used to describe a task or activity that should be perceived as "easy". Bike riding may seem easy to some, but to others it can be challenging. I recently sat down to make a list of all of the life lessons I've learned from a life of Riding a Bike. I hope that you can find some parallels in your experience with bike riding that may elicit a response or leave you with a thought nugget!

Debbie is a wise woman in the wilderness. There are not many more educated or experienced in the field of foraging wild plants in PA and NJ. She often leads walks for schools and groups of people interested in foraging. Debbie also holds a Master's degree in clinical nutrition from NYU. You can find her on Instagram @wildedibleslady Give her a follow and check out her website at www.wildediblesnjpa.com

In today's episode, Jim discusses his experience with counting macros. In 2019 he weighed in at 210 pounds, was unhappy with his look and needed to make a serious change. Just about 6 months later he was under 180 pounds and has been under that weight for the last 4 years. Find out what worked and what didn't work for Jim. How do you deal with parties, weekends, fitting in pizza and ice cream? Is there a secret to all of this and can you do it too? Find out on today's episode.

When I first met Logan in High School, I actually thought he was a substitute teacher; he was only in 10th grade. Logan was a standout athlete on both the football and wrestling teams in HS. Logan's HS was cut short by about 4 months because of Covid. He was never able to finish HS in the normal sequence, and that affected him in a major way. The last few years have been a whirlwind for Logan. He wrestled Division I at Bloomsburg, then got sent home from college from Covid as well. He decided to try a different path to find his purpose. Logan enrolled in the National Guard on Dec. 22, 2020. This is a day he will never forget, as it marked the beginning of a life shift he did not expect. After returning from the military, Logan enrolled locally at Delaware Valley University and joined the wrestling team. He has high hopes to someday compete for a National championship.

Not only does Matt live in one of the coolest towns on the planet (Moab, Utah), he also owns and operates a very unique business. Many of you have seen the guys around the world jumping off of buildings, bridges and mountain tops. There is a good chance at least one of those videos you have seen featured Matt. He turned his passion into a business. Want to jump off a desert cliff strapped to a BASE jumping expert? That is what Matt does for a living. He is extremely down to earth and intelligent (exactly the kind of person you would want to guide you if you ever decide to take the leap). Check him out today at Tandem BASE Jump - Tandem BASE Moab There are quite a few videos on YouTube and other platforms that show Matt and his ridiculously awesome jumps around the globe. Some of them have more than 9 million views. It was an honor to sit down and have a conversation with this outside of the box thinker with an extreme wanderlust spirit! Here are a few amazing videos to get you started! 1. BASE jump into Downtown | Tall Building - YouTube 2. Extreme BASE jumps in Majlis Al Jinn, Oman - YouTube

Kyle is the very proud co-owner of Saga BJJ in beautiful Hatboro, PA. A blackbelt and avid competitor, Kyle decided to pursue his passion and buy the place where he was spending most of his time anyway! A huge fan of Captain America, Kyle is a confident young man with a passion for teaching others what he loves. When he is not in the gym at night, he works as a surgical technician with all sorts of animals in Horsham, PA. His compassion for animals and his patience on the BJJ mat make Kyle the ultimate nice guy, instructor and friend. He has even been spotted with friends several times at the Quakertown Market Professional Wrestling matches (If you haven't been, you need to ASAP). The Myers are a well known working class family from Horsham, PA. His two brothers were very competitive and successful in HS wrestling and football. He will tell you that his parents were very fair and let him figure out his own path. He also claims that there was no drill instructor in the Army that ever scared him like the way his mother did when he acted out of line! A kind, caring and modest man that wants nothing more than to share his passion with the world. Take a listen and hear about his tales and his SAGA as he moved through HS, the military and on to owning his own business.

I had the good fortune of mentoring and teaching Alanna during her days at Hatboro-Horsham High School. She was one of a kind and really left her mark during her years in HS. She managed to find success even during the dreaded Covid years. Alanna, often referred to as Alanna Cena, has been a wrestling fan ever since 6th grade. Under the tutelage and mentorship of wrestling coach, Trent Mongillo, Alanna had success in both middle and high school. This past weekend Alanna competed for the chance to make it to the National College Wrestling Tournament in Iowa. Tune in this week to see how she did and how she has managed to succeed in college while playing a very intense sport!

Ted grew up just a few miles from Philadelphia International Airport. He remembers taking the train with his friend in 7th grade into Center City just to get a pretzel! Ted was always passionate about basketball, not necessarily school. After a college career shooting hoops, Ted used his smooth sales skills, learned from his days hustling at the car wash to land his first sales job. Although successful and raking in the dough, he wasn't fulfilled. Ted found the fastest way to get himself into a classroom and never looked back. He has been a friend and role model to so many people over the past 25 years. You can't find a person who doesn't like this gentle giant (around 6'5). If you play your cards right, Ted is even a certified ordained minister (keep him in mind). Listen in to learn a little more about this local leader in the classroom and beyond. Ted highly values reading and learning and says that one of the most important things you can every do is lock your computer!!!

Working as a police officer in 2023 brings on many challenges. Anthony cut his teeth for a few years working as an officer for Septa in some of the high crime areas of Philadelphia. Through his experience in the city and his love of Brazilian Ju Jit Su, Anthony carries a calming yet confident demeanor. He discusses how being both confident and compassionate help him to improve and protect his community.

Kim Porter, CFRS is the Executive Director of Be a Part of the Conversation. Having served as the Community Program Coordinator and Parent Liaison for Be a Part of the Conversation since its inception in 2011, she was named Executive Director of this vital organization in 2014. Kim's Certified Family Recovery Specialist (CFRS) credential was created for adults who have been directly impacted by another person's substance use disorder. The CFRS shares their lived experience with other families to provide recovery support services. A CFRS is trained to help families move into and through the recovery process. Kim is the parent of someone in long term recovery, which led her to explore the impact of addiction on individuals and their families.

Anthony grew up in Sunny San Diego and had dreams of wearing a white lab coat and curing diseases. After finishing up college in San Diego, Anthony made the trek to PA with his girlfriend at the time to pursue their dreams. Things took quite a turn when Catherine was diagnosed with a very serious disease. I've learned so much about strength and courage from Anthony and his life's journey. This is a story of survival, trust, grief, resilience and of course, love.

Many of you read the Novel or saw the Movie, "Into the Wild". Chris McCandless got rid of all his money and headed for Alaska. He got sick of normal society and wanted to find the freedom of the hills and live off of the land. Unfortunately, his body was found by a few Moose hunters in an abandon bus as he had starved to death and possibly even ate a poisonous plant. A few years after this, I was inspired to get up North and experience the joy and freedom that Chris experienced. This is my story of that adventure!

What is up with this legendary high energy fun person to be around? Ashley grew up in the mean streets of Warrington, PA. Where does she get all of this energy. Can you imagine running a marathon? How about one in each of the 50 states. Ashley describes how this idea came about and where she is in her journey. If you have ever been around Ashley for even a few minutes, you will feel the positivity radiating from her. She will make you feel welcome, make you smile and always puts people in a good mood. She has been educating and coaching for over 15 years. Find out what makes her so special and learn some great life lessons!

Derek Moore is certainly an accomplished wrestler. He was named the Most Outstanding Wrestler with UC Davis at the NCAA Division I Championships in 2007 when he won the 141-pound national title. He is the current head wrestling coach at California Baptist University which recently joined the Big 12. Over his career, Moore won two Pac-10 championships at his weight class. He was also crowned the Pac-10 Wrestler of the Year and UC Davis Male Athlete of the Year in 2007. Prior to CBU, Moore spent four seasons as an assistant coach at Sacred Heart University. He also served six years in the United States Army as a field artillery officer after college. During that time, he spent four years training at the Olympic Training Center with the Army's World Class Athlete Program. As a soldier-athlete, he represented the Army in World and Olympic competition and qualified for the 2012 freestyle Olympic trials at 60 kilograms.

Brian is a Senior in High School and has quite the resume! He was the PIAA state cross country champion in Hershey this year. Not only did he win Gold, but he did it in dramatic fashion by beating the course record in Hershey, PA. When asked, Brian made it seem like it was not a big deal because the course is only 5 years old. A very modest young man, Brian seems to have a great balance between hard work and fun. Last weekend he also won the 3k at the TFCAGP meet at Lehigh University. He ran the 6th fastest time for a PA boy ever in this event and currently is the number one ranked athlete in the country in this event. Headed to Penn State to run track next year and major in Engineering, Brian still has big goals for this winter and spring season. In this conversation we get into the headspace of Brian as he prepares, gets to the line and talks us through this recent race from beginning to end.

In the early 2000's there was an earthquake off the coast of Sri Lanka that sent a Tsunami surging towards the coast. Tammy and her husband at the time had just arrived the night before. They had not advanced travel plans, found a cheap place to stay right on the beach. Tammy and her husband were awoken the next morning by water surging into their first level hotel room. At first they thought it was some sort of leak in the building. What happened next would be something that Tammy will never forget. Listen in to find out how she and her husband handled the adversity during this traumatic and powerful situation. Tammy made it through a Tsunami and has been leading young people for over 20 years. She is an outstanding teacher and mentor in her school district. Find out what makes her tick and how she has found some interesting ways to travel the world, all while keeping her employment as a teacher.

In this conversation we get into some deep thinking. We take a look at questioning and the purpose of being genuinely curious about others. Poetry will be read, and thoughts will be provoked. Nicole has done some great work in her life and always brings a fresh and positive perspective to the table. You will enjoy listening to her break down some of the harder questions in life. Religion, emotions and so much more!

Harry brings his leadership and lived experience, with a background in teaching spoken word poetry and advocacy to systems-impacted and incarcerated youth, to his continuing work as an activist and educator. He founded New Earth in 2004 and has been instrumental in reforming the juvenile justice system in Los Angeles for 20 years. He earned his Ph.D. in Psychology with an emphasis in Community, Liberation, & Eco-Psychology at Pacifica Graduate Institute in Santa Barbara, the result of decades of devotion to the four components of creating and supporting a healthy society – environment, wellness, education, and expression. While Harry's approach to life and work acknowledges the trauma he's experienced, his tireless curiosity drives his self-healing education, research, and practice forward. His life's mission is to share what he's discovered along the way to support the success of others. He connects the dots on how building a business that includes local communities and incorporates regenerative practices can have quantitative impact on personal fulfillment and the bottom line. Harry is an international keynote and TEDx speaker. Harry's global travel has taken him to more than 30 countries, where he's spoken and supported communities through service in India, Central America, Europe, and Africa. In 2017, he was honored as a CNN Hero is a regular guest on the network. In 2018, ​Harry was personally selected by President and Mrs. Obama ​as one of 20 inaugural Obama Foundation Fellows from over 20,000 applicants in 191 countries. Michelle has called Harry “an impact-maker everyone should be paying attention to.”

Thanksgiving Episode: Jim Rowe, a 41 year old home remodel expert from Pennsylvania chimes in on his experience in the industry.  He talks about his decision regarding college after high school and how it impacted his future.  Jim has a very positive outlook on life that can be felt by those that choose to spend time around him.  A mountain bike enthusiast who talks a little bit about how adventure trips can really have a profound impact on happiness.  Find out what makes a good boss and also why you probably have to wait a year for that high quality kitchen remodel.  

Josh is an amazing leader who spends his days brightening the lives of others with Team IMPACT. This non-profit is committed to changing the lives of children, families, student-athletes, and teams across the country. Team IMPACT matches children facing serious illness and disability with college sports teams, creating a long-term, life-changing experience for everyone involved. Josh is also a tremendous husband, father and community member in Bucks County, PA. A humble man who won't even tell you that he was once the captain of the legendary Penn State Wrestling team. Josh is an outstanding leader who can inspire those around him. I personally took away quite a few nuggets of knowledge during this conversation and I know you will too!

Tom Higgins currently lives a relaxed lifestyle, retired, in the warm Georgia sun. At 77 years of age, Tom is a very witty and modest man. In this Veteran's Day Special, we sit down and talk about Tom's tour in Vietnam. He shows a side many have never heard. After Vietnam, Tom went right to work. He spent many years in sales and was a valuable asset to his company. Listen to some of the leadership lessons learned along the way. Thank you to all that have served! We are living free today in our country because of your sacrifice! Tom, you are the ultimate Leader Next Door.

If your local butcher can't deadlift a small cow...Are they even a butcher? Cody has led an interesting life as a Powerlifter and Butcher. He has made great strides at creating a unique old school butcher shop just outside of Albany, New York. Tune in to learn what cut of meat you should get for your next anniversary! The answer may surprise you. Also, he does a segment on the Podcast called, "Wagyu for Dummies".

Animal rescue specialist Jennifer Joseph started Dog Town back in 2007. She has a passion for helping animals in need of a home. Jennifer is the successful owner of Dog Town. This is a company with two stores in Pennsylvania that offer boarding, daycare, grooming and traditional pet store items. She is also heavily involved in rescuing dogs from kill shelters in both PA and Alabama. Some of the cutest most loyal pets in the world are sitting down at Dog Town waiting for some loving parents. Listen to how this business came to be and hear some of the lessons learned along the way. Jenn is a friend and a great human being! I hope you stop into the store to say hi and maybe check out a dog or cat.

Former collegiate track athlete and current 3 sport coach, Anna Snow is one of a kind. She is often referred to as one of the most positive people you will ever meet. Her energy and positive attitude is contagious and she has been a mentor and inspiration for many young female athletes over the last 15 years.

Most academically inclined students spend lots of time deciding where to go to college. Leon Keefer decided in 2006 that he would take his own path and go straight from Pennsbury High School to a small college in Germany. He traveled, played international Disc Golf, spent 6 months living in a remote cabin in Norway and finally made his way to New Zealand. There he found the love of his life, married and recently brought a beautiful baby into this world. Leon decided to buy a 25 Acre farm with a Barn and rests his head most nights inside of his hand made Yurt. Humble, Kind and Hilarious are words that first come to mind when describing this man. Lucky for me, he is also my cousin.

Kenny grew up as a multi-sport athlete in high school with a dream of someday working as a physician. Paths changed and when things got tricky, Kenny blazed his own new trail to the sunny state of Florida. Here he created "Mass Inbound", a company that has helped many companies yield amazing results with their in-house digital marketing system. Kenny works hard and shares some of his tips on living a well-rounded and balanced life. He doesn't give away all of his secrets in this podcast, but he does give away some that you are definitely going to want to hear.

Jared has led a life as a leader in sales and marketing. He also happens to be family. Listen to some of his hot takes on leadership, parenting and not being a A-hole! He is a one of kind dude that makes everyone around him constantly laugh and feel good about themselves all at the same time. Growing up in Colorado and California, Jared was a top notch wrestler and football player. He even ended up starting for one of the top DII schools in the country, University of Nebraska (Omaha). He liked it so much that he started a family there and never left. I'm glad to have Jared in my corner as a friend, cousin and mentor. I know you will enjoy getting to know him as well!

My friend, Dr. Sasha Shillcutt, has a new book that I think you will find life changing. In Brave Boundaries, Sasha utilizes practical and powerful tools, concepts, and exercises, to invite you into an empowering and peaceful way of life. She shares personal and professional expertise on how you can overcome burnout and take back control of your time and your life by learning to set clear work-life boundaries.

Kenny Pallis is a 30 year old former Eagle Scout living in Vermont with his partner Ali. He talks about his tales of many adventures around the world including: Stuck on the side of a Colorado rock climb during a lightning storm, a hairy situation in Turkmenistan and of course, cliff jumping. Kenny was a former student and exhibited extreme maturity at a young age. At 14 he accompanied a group that I led to Alaska. Following that he either helped guide or was a student on adventure trips to British Columbia Canada (twice), Colorado, Maui and even Turkmenistan. After high school we teamed up to climb Mt. Hood, cliff jump and climb all through Colorado. Kenny brings a lot to the table in his current life endeavor.

Tessa and Murph are the proud owners of Precision Athletic Center in Horsham, PA.  They are a married couple that opened up a Gymnastics center during Covid.  We sit down for a great conversation about staying motivated during tough times, adopting children and striving to become good parents during stressful times.  Two great individuals in the Horsham community that have seen tremendous success in their new found journey of owning a Gym!  If you haven't checked them out, be sure to get your children over for some tumbling, gymnastics, or even some Ninja training.  People that start out there, don't seem to want to leave!   https://precisionathleticcenter.wordpress.com

Dr. Varano is the current principal at Souderton HS. He is known far and wide for his ability to lead large groups of people. Listen in and find some of the insights and techniques this man has used for much of his life.

Kevin Garland is a one of a kind individual. A dedicated husband, father and mentor to many HS students and athletes. He was a standout athlete in HS especially on the football field. His skills transferred over to the collegiate world where he had very successful careers at both Lackawanna Junior College and West Chester University. Kevin is a dedicated HS teacher, coach and also a small business owner in the community. For the last several years he has operated a Speed and Agility program for athletes from the age of 7 on up. Follow him on social media and you will see how intense, motivating and caring this man is. He has also done tremendous work with the African-American population of the High School in which he works. He has become the "go to" mentor for many minority students. Kevin loves this role and feels like he is in the right place. It wouldn't take long to see how well respected this young man is. Currently he is finishing up his Masters degree in Special Education and will be putting that to good use soon. Often times you hear about the X factor in life. Kevin has this, he always has and he always will. He is a humble man, who thanks many who helped him along the way. His mother was a humongous influence on him and always made sure he was taken care of and if you ask him about his wife, he will tell you that he couldn't do what he does without her. I hope you enjoy listening. It is genuine and so is he!