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The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser – A Monologue – A 2024 Travel Preview

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2024 14:08


In this episode of “The Journey of My Mother's Son” podcast, I do a monologue that will preview our travels for 2024. For the first time since we've been traveling full-time, we actually know where we'll be for the entire year. We departed Melbourne, Florida on January 2nd to embark on a book tour for the first quarter of the year.  In January, we'll be signing throughout Louisiana.  February, I have several signings in the Galveston, Texas area.  After we leave Galveston, we'll head north and do book signings in Katy, Midlothian, and Grapevine, Texas during the month of March. After Texas, we'll head west to Arizona for the final leg of the book tour with stops in Scottsdale, Tempe, and Buckeye. To check out our full book signing tour schedule, click here. From Arizona, we'll continue to head west to make our first stop in California, where we will doing a volunteer project at the Southern California Railway Museum in Ferris, California from April 21 through May 4. Once we complete our project, we will tale a tour up the Pacific Coast Highway and Oregon Coast Highway before heading northwest into Great Falls, Montana. We will meet a small group of our other full-time RV friends in Great Falls on May 30th and begin a 3-1/2-month caravan throughout Alberta, the Northwest Territory, the Yukon, BC, and Alaska. Once we return the continental United States, we'll slowing make our may back east to Pennsylvania with stops in Rocky Mountain National Park, Pikes Peak, Chicago, Illinois, and Monroe, Michigan. We'll only be in Pennsylvania for about 10 days from November 1-10, and then we'll head south to spend the remainder of 2024 back in Florida. Alaska has been on our bucket list since we started traveling, and we're really looking forward to taking that adventure with some friends. Cheers to a wonderful and adventurous 2024!

Life's Essential Ingredients
Season 3 Episode #27 Dan Clouser - Exploring Life One Mile at a Time!

Life's Essential Ingredients

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2023 46:16


C4 Leaders – the ONLY nonprofit to utilize the pizza making process to create space for our companions to be seen, heard, and loved.   We also write children's books, host this podcast, and use the most amazing handmade, hand-tossed, sourdough pizza to bring out the best in each other.   Please check out PIZZADAYS.ORG to support our important work. Season 3 Episode #27 is Dan Clouser is coming from Colorado (inform, inspire, & transform)You can find Dan via his website https://danclouser.comAbout our guest: Baseball was one of Dan's first loves.   He played growing up and when his playing career was over, he needed to find a way to stay involved with the game.  So Dan founded and ran a nonprofit youth sports organization called the BIG Vision Foundation, which for the next 30 years would consume his life.  Dan coached teams, ran tournaments and was in charge of a 130 acre sports complex.  Dan loved every second of that life until he didn't.  In 2019 Dan had a calling from God and knew he was being called for a different purpose.The calling, according to Dan, sounded crazy, but it was destined to happen… Dan sold most of his material possessions, loaded up his wife dog and hit the road to see what life had instore.Dan thanks for having the courage to take a leap of faith, thanks for spending much of your youth – investing in the lives of young people, and most importantly, for sharing your many gifts with the world.   Dan, welcome to the show. TOTD – “My life is my message.”  Reporter asking Gandhi to describe his work…In this episode:What was life like growing up?What are your life's essential ingredients?What is life like living in an RV?What do you love about the game of baseball?  Teaching, coaching, leading…The importance of family…speak to how your time with family is different now that you live on the road…Book – The Journey of My Mother's Son, The Beauty of a Diamond, and Four Paws and Six Wheels Across America – great blog about your journey…congrats and how did you get started in writing?PODCAST – The Journey of My Mother's Son… Many Little People, Many Little Places The Chance Meeting of People and the GIFTS we receive when we are present to receive them…What is Freedom?Legacy 

KAJ Studio Podcast
A Road, A Mission And Miles To Go With Dan Clouser

KAJ Studio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2023 34:40


Embark on a captivating journey with Dan Clouser, a modern-day storyteller and adventurer, as he unfolds the pages of his extraordinary life in this episode of KAJ Masterclass LIVE. Brace yourself for a narrative that transcends conventional tales—a tale of open roads, serendipitous moments, and a relentless pursuit of hope that echoes in the heart of a polarized world. Get ready to be inspired, for in Dan's story, you might just find the spark to ignite your own extraordinary journey.

Sports Chasers Podcast
"Homer Hankie". Interview with Youth Sports Coach Dan Clouser, NBA & WNBA Talk, College Football Top 25, MLB League Championship Series Segment

Sports Chasers Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 95:54


EP 192 "Homer Hankie". Baseball Talk with Youth Sports Coach Dan Clouser, NBA & WNBA Talk, College Football Top 25Baseball Talk with Youth Sports Coach and Author Dan ClouserMLB talk American League and National League Championship Talk. The Phillies keep hitting bombs and are up 2-0 against the Diamondbacks, and the Texas Rangers are up 2-0 against the World Championship Houston Astros. Ryan DeSouzza with WNBA Talk. Ryan is fried up as he talks about the Vegas Aces handling the New York Liberty after they were chirping. The Vegas Aces won the WNBA title for the second year in a row. As Ryan talked about the James Harden situation in Philadephia, the NBA talk was passionate tonight. Ryan gives his top 8 predictions in the Eastern and Western Conference.The Host and Moderator, Kevin, duke it out with Ryan over who is better in the playoffs, Bryce Harper or Yordan Alvarez, in the playoffs. NFL and NCAA predictions for Week 7 and Week 8 respectively.Visit Dan Clouser's website and social media.https://journeyofmymothersson.com/author/dclouser/

Fred Talk with Freddy Vasquez
Backroads and Ballparks with Dan Clouser | Fred Talk #86

Fred Talk with Freddy Vasquez

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2023 61:17


DAN CLOUSER IN AN AUTHOR, BLOGGER, PODCASTER, SPEAKER, AND ADVENTURE SEEKER. The first time Dan was on Fred Talk, we spoke about him and his wife Sandy selling all of their possessions and leaving the normal routine of everyday life. Fast forward a couple of years and he's back with a new book release, podcast, and more stories than you can count. Inspiring to say the least, Dan fills us in on his latest adventures to North Dakota, Kentucky, and how he's looking forward to Canada and Alaska. But Dan is more than just traveling. We get into music, baseball, visiting unique ballparks, and so much more. My wife and I hope to follow in his footsteps sooner than later, and look forward to being able to talk about our own adventures. LEARN MORE ABOUT DAN CLOUSER Website: Journey of My Mother's Son Podcast: Spotify Book: The Journey of My Mother's Son Book: The Beauty of a Diamond CONNECT WITH FXV DIGITAL DESIGN Website: FXV Digital Design LinkedIn: @fxv-digital-design Instagram: @fxvdigital TikTok: @fxvdigital SHOW NOTES Produced By: Joseph Alexander Media Music By: Beats by Dai

Own Your Choices Own Your Life
581 The Journey Of My Mother's Son with Dan Clouser

Own Your Choices Own Your Life

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2023 38:04


Today we are speaking with Author, Blogger, Podcast Host, and Speaker, Dan Clouser. After 30 years of successfully leading a nonprofit youth sports organization in Berks County, Pennsylvania, Dan and his wife, Sandy sold their house and all of their stuff in August of 2020. They now live full-time in an RV traveling the country with their golden retriever, Youkilis. Working around Dan's speaking schedule, they volunteer at various locations, help others, and tell the stories of their travels and those they meet through blogging, social media and podcasting.  He has dedicated his life to serving God by giving back and helping others, and has no regrets. In this episode we dive into: 1) The power of giving back, contribution and volunteering was anchored in Dan from a young age as his family and he continued with his own non-profit for over 30 years and now gives back through his podcast and authoring books. 2) Dan's lesson in life that he's most grateful for is summed up in the life sentence of parenting: how our job is to teach them how to walk and to walk away.  Connect with Dan: Email: dcclouser@gmail.comWebsite: www.journeyofmymothersson.com Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/danclouser5/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-clouser-a222521b/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcclouser Marsha Vanwynsberghe — Storytelling Business Coach, 2xs Podcaster, Author, Speaker Marsha is the 6-time Bestselling Author of “When She Stopped Asking Why”.  She shares her lessons as a parent who dealt with teen substance abuse far past the level of normal experimentation. Through her programs, coaching, and live events for women, Marsha is on a mission to teach you how to “Own Your Choices” in your own life.  She teaches women how to own their stories, lead themselves and pay it forward to others by creating businesses that serve, support, and impact others

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Late Boomers
On the Road with Dan Clouser

Late Boomers

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2023 26:57


Dan Clouser sold everything and left a successful career running a non-profit youth sports organization to embrace life on the road. Along with his wife, Sandy and Golden Retriever Youkilis, he embarked on a new journey in his RV and wrote three books, became a blogger and podcast host, coach, volunteer, speaker and consultant. Tune in as Dan opens his heart and home on wheels to share the rewards reaped from simply stopping to look, listen and love the planet. The wisdom he learned from lending a hand through volunteering and serving those in less fortunate circumstances could be yours. Check out Dan's website here

Refuge Freedom Stories
Refuge Freedom Stories - Dan Clouser

Refuge Freedom Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 25:53


Interview with Dan Clouser. Dan talks about his life of teaching kids leadership and life lesson skills, and, how a sudden calling from God took his life in a completely different direction.

Refuge Freedom Stories
Refuge Freedom Stories - Dan Clouser

Refuge Freedom Stories

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2023 25:53


Interview with Dan Clouser. Dan talks about his life of teaching kids leadership and life lesson skills, and, how a sudden calling from God took his life in a completely different direction.

FINE is a 4-Letter Word
S3E13. From Nonprofit to Nomad: How Dan Clouser Found the Courage to Follow His Inner Voice

FINE is a 4-Letter Word

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 6, 2023 39:24 Transcription Available


Are you feeling stuck in a rut and looking for a way to shake things up? Then you won't want to miss this episode of FINE is a 4-Letter Word, where I chat with Dan Clouser, author, adventurer, and all-around inspiration.You'll hear how Dan left his successful nonprofit youth sports organization behind to travel the country in an RV with his wife and golden retriever. We'll explore how he found the courage to follow his inner voice and the importance of taking time for yourself.And that's not all! Dan also hosts his own podcast, "Journey of My Mother's Son," where he shares the stories of the people he meets on his travels. We'll talk about his amazing experiences and the lessons he's learned along the way. Whether you're driving to work, walking the dog, or just need a little inspiration, join us as we discuss what it means to go from fine to fantastic. Dan's hype song is Starting Over by Chris StapletonResources:Learn more at journeyofmymothersson.comRead: The Journey of My Mother's Son, Vol. 1Get the brand new Four Paws and Six Wheels Across America (a portion of proceeds from will benefit the Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue)Follow Dan on Instagram: @danclouser5This season is all about sabbaticals and what you attract into your life when you allow ease and flow and fun. While I was on my road trip sabbatical with Panther last summer, I attracted an amazing business partnership that has now developed to the point where my partners and I are actively acquiring personal development businesses or assets this year. So quick question for you. Who do you know with a personal development business – really anything in the personal development arena - that would be interested in a super fun opportunity to make some extra money? Hit me up if you have someone in mind. Text is 571.317.1463 or Lori@ZenRabbit.com.Oh, and you know you can still get a copy of the short guide to working less and living better - also known as The Five Easy Ways to Start Living a Sabbatical Life at ZenRabbit.com.Produced by Nova Media

Speaking Podcast
#205 The Flexibility of Speaking while living in an RV - Dan Clouser

Speaking Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2023 37:12


Speaking Podcast Social Media / Coaching My Other Podcasts + Donations https://bio.link/podcaster Storehttps://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/store/ Donations  https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/support/ ==================== Bio of Dan: MY NAME IS DAN CLOUSER. I AM AN AUTHOR AND A SPEAKER. I founded and ran a nonprofit youth sports organization for 30 years called the Berkshire Baseball & Softball Club, which later became the BIG Vision Foundation. We ran teams, tournaments and a 130 acre sports complex. I loved every second of what I did. I loved working with kids and teaching them leadership skills and life lessons through sports and community service. I thought that I would have died doing what I loved. Then in 2019, I felt a calling from God for my wife, Sandy, and I. We decided to leave our comfort zone and start a new journey. A literal journey, selling most of our material things and setting out across this beautiful country in an RV with our golden retriever, Youkilis. Sounds crazy, but it was also destined to happen. You see I was raised by a hippy named Loretta Magary, she was a free spirit who quit her job and embarked on her own journey in the mid-1980's. Her journey started in a 1967 Plymouth Valiant with the back seat removed to make a bed and a .38 Special for protection and later evolved into a 1978 Toyota camper. After she passed away in 2005, we were able to experience a small part of her journey by going through her old photos and letters. The people that she met along the way were amazing. I'll be conducting speaking engagements and writing more books on our travels. More importantly, this is our chance to continue my mother's legacy of giving back through volunteering. We will tell the stories of the people that we meet along the way. This is truly “The Journey of My Mother's Son” and as Michael Franti says in the opening verse of his song, “Gloria,” “When many little people in many little places, Do many little things, then the whole world changes.” It will be our job to share and tell the stories of those “Many Little People” through this podcast and my writing. Some of the people that we interview may be famous, most will not be, but they'll all have a story to tell about the difference they're making. Some stories will still have a sports theme, others spiritual, some will be about music, others about food, some will talk about travel, but all will be about the many little people, in the many little places who are doing the many little things to make the whole world change. We pray that you enjoy these stories and are inspired to do your own little things to make this world a better place for all of us. What we Discussed: - Having a Podcast while traveling the country in an RV - The advantages of Blogging - His Books - Using a Book Publishers Vs Self Publishing - The Flexibility of Speaking while living in an RV - The Pros and Cons of living in an RV - If you are looking for good people you will find them - Using your Speaking Skills for Non Profits - His new book that will a children's Book in the eyes of a Golden Retriever and more How to Contact Dan: https://journeyofmymothersson.com/ https://www.facebook.com/dcclouser https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-clouser-a222521b/ https://www.instagram.com/danclouser5/ https://twitter.com/DanClouser5 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMUwqVxpp1UOtyFMVnWPC-g =============== Speaking Podcast Social Media / Coaching My Other Podcasts + Donations https://bio.link/podcaster Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/speakingpodcast/ Store https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/store/ Donations  https://www.podpage.com/speaking-podcast/support/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/roy-coughlan/message

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The Stress Nanny with Lindsay Miller
How can nature reduce stress, increase connection, and bring a sense of peace?

The Stress Nanny with Lindsay Miller

Play Episode Play 44 sec Highlight Listen Later Mar 17, 2023 45:12 Transcription Available


Welcome to this episode of the #6 ranked stress podcast, where we explore ways to manage stress and live a happier, healthier life.  In today's episode, Lindsay talks with Dan Clouser, a sports enthusiast who decided to leave his job at the sports non-profit he'd created to travel the country in an RV with his wife and golden retriever.  Lindsay Miller, a stress management expert will help us explore how Dan's journey can help us manage stress.Segment 1: Dan's JourneyIn this segment, Dan shares his story of leaving his job and traveling the country in an RV. He talks about the challenges he faced, the people he met, and the lessons he learned along the way. Dan shares how he found a sense of connection and purpose during his journey.Segment 2: Nature and StressLindsay and Dan explore how nature can help us manage stress. They talk about the benefits of spending time in nature, including reduced anxiety and improved mood. Lindsay and Dan discuss how being in nature can help us feel more connected and grounded.Segment 3: Connection and CommunityIn this segment, Dan shares how his journey helped him realize that we're all connected and how important community is. He talks about the people he met on the road and how they helped him feel a sense of belonging. Lindsay and Dan discuss how building connections and community can help us manage stress and feel more fulfilled in our lives.Segment 4: TakeawaysIn this final segment, Lindsay and Dan share their key takeaways from the conversation. They talk about the importance of connection, community, and nature in managing stress and finding purpose. Dan encourages listeners to take a chance and explore the world around them, even if it means stepping outside their comfort zone.Conclusion:Thanks for tuning in to this episode of the Stress Nanny podcast. If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate, and review us on your favorite podcast platform. And don't forget to join us next time as we explore more ways to manage stress and live a happier, healthier life.Dan Clouser founded and ran a nonprofit youth sports organization for over 30 years called the Berkshire Baseball & Softball Club, which later became the BIG Vision Foundation.  He loved every second of what he did.  Then in 2019, he and his wife, Sandy decided to leave their comfort zone and start a new journey selling most of their material things and setting out across this beautiful country in an RV with their golden retriever, Youkilis.  Dan loves sharing his story on his website!  You can also find on Instagram, LinkedIn and Facebook.Lindsay Miller is a kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and  host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her suitcase tricks  and playful laugh. When she's not playing catch with her daughter or  rollerblading on local trails with her huLindsay Miller is a distinguished kids mindfulness coach, mindfulness educator and host of The Stress Nanny Podcast. She is known for her suitcase tricks and playful laugh. When she's not playing catch with her daughter or rollerblading on local trails with her husband, you can find her using her 20+ years of child development study and mindfulness certification to dream up new ways to get kids excited about deep breathing. Having been featured on numerous podcasts, platforms and publications, Lindsay's words of wisdom are high impact and leave a lasting impression wherever she goes. To sign up for Lindsay's "Calm & Collected" Newsletter click here.

The Freshman Foundation Podcast
FFP57: How has Dan Clouser found his passion beyond the diamond?

The Freshman Foundation Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2023 61:07


How has Dan Clouser found his passion beyond the diamond?As we get older, we learn that life is more about the journey than the destination. This isn't always the case when we are in our younger years when chasing our goals often means we are hyper-focused on outcomes. One of my great joys in life is helping young people appreciate the journey while pursuing their dreams.My guest in this episode, Dan Clouser, invested over 30 years in building the Berkshire Baseball & Softball Club, which later became the BIG Vision Foundation. Dan mentored young athletes with the purpose of developing successful adults. In his second act of life, Dan is getting the opportunity to see how the seeds he planted in his first act are growing.In Episode 57, Dan shares how he has transitioned into truly enjoying his journey as an author, podcast host, and full-time nomad. Dan shares how he transitioned from his first passion in life to his new passion.So, what's your biggest takeaway from my conversation with Dan Clouser?My biggest takeaway is that investing in young people pays dividends that we often don't fully realize. Appreciating the coaching journey is the recipe for having the greatest impact on young athletes.My suggestion to coaches is make your best effort to coach the person, not the game. All of us are competitive and want to win. However, we can often lose sight of the long-term impacts we have on young athletes through our actions.I want to thank Dan for his kind generosity and the wisdom he shared with The Freshman Foundation Community.You can learn more about Dan at https://journeyofmymothersson.com/.To learn how mental performance coaching can help your mind work FOR you rather than against you, visit https://michaelvhuber.com.Thank you for listening. We'll see you back soon for Episode 58!

Chasing Happiness with Ryan DeMent
From Nonprofit Leader to Full-Time Traveler: How You Can Follow Your Passions with Dan Clouser

Chasing Happiness with Ryan DeMent

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2023 35:34


On this episode of Chasing Happiness Podcast, we have the pleasure of speaking with the incredible Dan Clouser. After dedicating 30 years to leading a nonprofit youth sports organization, Dan and his wife boldly decided to sell their house and belongings in 2020. They hit the road in their RV with their golden retriever, Youkilis. Dan's mission is to give back and help others, which he does through volunteering, blogging, social media, and podcasting. In this episode, he shares how he went from being a successful nonprofit leader to living on the road and pursuing his dreams. Get ready to be inspired to chase your happiness! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/chasinghappiness/message

Coaching Call
On the Road with Dan Clouser

Coaching Call

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2022 57:54


Welcome back to the Coaching Call podcast. My guest on this episode is Dan Clouser, Dan is the author of three books and counting. After 30 years of successfully leading a nonprofit youth sports organization in Berks County, Pennsylvania, Dan and his wife, Sandy sold their house and all of their stuff in August of 2020. They now live full-time in an RV traveling the country with their golden retriever, Youkilis. Working around Dan's speaking schedule, they volunteer at various locations, help others, and tell the stories of their travels and those they meet through blogging, social media and podcasting. He has dedicated his life to serving God by giving back and helping others, and has no regrets. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and leave a short review on Apple Podcasts, or wherever you listen? It takes less than 60 seconds and it really helps. If you enjoyed this episode buy me a cup of coffee, make it a large: I'm trying to keep this episode free of advertisements and could use your help with the cost of bringing your this fun and entertaining podcast. Anything you can donate to the cause is greatly appreciated. To donate go to: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/sifuRafael select friends and family, thanks. Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/coaching-call/id1546026323 Please leave a star rating and a review here Follow Coaching Call: Facebook: facebook.com/coachingcall Instagram: instagram.com/coachingcall Email: maxfitness@optonline.net LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/maxfitness Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@coachingcall to watch the full interview. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/coachingcall/message

Victorious Souls Podcast
A Legacy Of Love, Character, Service, And Adventure As His Mother's Son (S2:Ep116)

Victorious Souls Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2022 44:29


WHAT DO YOU WANT YOUR LIFE TO SAY? TODAY I have with me Dan Clouser, that when his parents divorced, he lived with his mom who made sure he had everything he needed, including tough love when he started getting into trouble. At a mere 20 years old Dan founded a non-profit that flourished for 30 years. But 2 specific trips altered the course of his life, resulting in selling his home, and taking to the road with his wife, living full time in an RV on the "journey of my mother's son." He says "it's never too late to make a change." Dan is an author, blogger, podcast host, speaker, and consultant. Bio: Dan is an author of three books and counting. After 30 years of successfully leading a nonprofit youth sports organization in Berks County, Pennsylvania, Dan and his wife, Sandy sold their house and all of their stuff in August of 2020. They now live full-time in an RV traveling the country with their golden retriever, Youkilis. Working around Dan's speaking schedule, they volunteer at various locations, help others, and tell the stories of their travels and those they meet through blogging, social media and podcasting. He has dedicated his life to serving God by giving back and helping others, and has no regrets. Connect with Dan: https://journeyofmymothersson.com/ Resources https://daniellebernock.com/ https://clarity.fm/daniellebernock https://www.daniellebernock.com/coaching/ Additional resources: Books: Emerging With Wings https://amzn.to/3Qm4aQw Because You Matter https://amzn.to/3oUnxEt Socials: https://www.facebook.com/daniellebernock/ https://www.instagram.com/dbernock/ https://www.youtube.com/c/DanielleBernockLovesYou https://twitter.com/DBernock https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielle-bernock-6ab50467/ https://www.tiktok.com/@dbernock #11 on Feedspot: https://blog.feedspot.com/overcoming_adversity_podcasts/ Want to be a guest? https://podmatch.com/signup/fromdanielle Some links I use are affiliate links where I earn a small commission at no cost to you. Medical Disclaimer: GUESTS OPINIONS DO NOT REPLACE THE ADVICE FROM A QUALIFIED MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL #liveinterview #interview #rvtravel #volunteering #adventure #divorce #motherslove #travel #service #nonprofit #toughlove #author #journey #podcast #loveyourself #coaching #daniellebernock #thatladyontheinternetwholovesyou --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/victorioussoulspodcast/message

UnYielded: Thriving No Matter What
You can feel peace in the midst of uncertainty

UnYielded: Thriving No Matter What

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2022 35:27


We often think that we have to wait for things to “calm down” or go “back to normal” before wecan feel peace. But that's a harmful myth; it leads us to experience more stress and be lessresilient. Dan Clouser, author of 3 books and popular speaker, shares his story in this episode.

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Motivation and Inspiration Interviews with Professor of Perseverances
Ep 187 RV Traveler Dan Clouser Shares His Journey

Motivation and Inspiration Interviews with Professor of Perseverances

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2022 35:00


Dan Clouser in August of 2020, his wife and him decided to leave the rat race that society tells them they should be participating in. They sold their house and belongings and now travel across the United States full-time with their golden retriever in their RV. Website: https://journeyofmymothersson.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dcclouser Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-clouser-a222521b/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danclouser5/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DanClouser5 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMUwqVxpp1UOtyFMVnWPC-g To learn more about James, visit Professor of Perseverance. You may also contact him through email, James@professorofperseverance.com or call 615 – 336 – 2181

Lets Have This Conversation
Youth Sports, Leadership & the RV Lifestyle with: Dan Clouser

Lets Have This Conversation

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2022 31:21


www.athleteassessments.comreports Participation in sport is linked to higher grades, lower dropout rate, reduced truancy, and lower crime rates. This manifests in some compelling statistics such as: 95% of Fortune 500 executives participated in high school athletics. For Dan Clouser” I'm a an Author, Blogger, Podcast Host, Speaker & Consultant I founded and ran a non-profit youth sports organization for 30 years called the Berkshire Baseball & Softball Club, which later became the BIG Vision Foundation. We ran teams, tournaments and a 130-acre sports complex. I loved every second of what I did. I loved working with kids and teaching them leadership skills and life lessons through sports and community service. I thought that I would have died doing what I loved. Then in 2019, I felt a calling from God for my wife, Sandy, and I. We decided to leave our comfort zone and start a new journey. A literal journey, selling most of our material things and setting out across this beautiful country in an RV with our golden retriever, Youkilis. Sounds crazy, but it was also destined to happen. You see I was raised by a hippy named Loretta Magary, she was a free spirit who quit her job and embarked on her own journey in the mid-1980's. Her journey started in a 1967 Plymouth Valiant with the back seat removed to make a bed and a .38 Special for protection and later evolved into a 1978 Toyota camper. After she passed away in 2005, we were able to experience a small part of her journey by going through her old photos and letters. The people that she met along the way were amazing. I'll be conducting speaking engagements and writing more books during our travels. More importantly, this is our chance to continue my mother's legacy of giving back through volunteering. We will tell the stories of the people that we meet along the way. This is truly “The Journey of My Mother's Son” and as Michael Franti says in the opening verse of his song, “Gloria,” “When many little people in many little places, do many little things, then the whole world changes.” It will be our job to share and tell the stories of those “Many Little People” through this podcast and my writing. Some of the people that we interview may be famous, most will not be, but they'll all have a story to tell about the difference they're making. Some stories will still have a sports theme, others spiritual, some will be about music, others about food, some will talk about travel, but all will be about the many little people, in the many little places who are doing the many little things to make the whole world change. We pray that you enjoy these stories and are inspired to do your own little things to make this world a better place for all of us.“ He joined me this week to tell me more. For more information: https://journeyofmymothersson.com/ Twitter: @DanClouser5 Instagram: @DanClouser5 LinkedIn: @DanClouser

Energetic Radio
#275: Dan Clouser | Living with NO regrets

Energetic Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2022 34:15


After 30 years of successfully leading a nonprofit youth sports organisation in Berks County, Pennsylvania, Dan and his wife, Sandy sold their house and all of their stuff in August of 2020.They now live full-time in an RV traveling the country with their golden retriever, Youkilis. Working around Dan's speaking schedule, they volunteer at various locations, help others, and tell the stories of their travels and those they meet through blogging, social media and podcasting. He has dedicated his life to serving God by giving back and helping others, and has no regrets.You can find Dan here - https://journeyofmymothersson.com/

Intentional Guy
Episode 29 "On Air with Dan Clouser"

Intentional Guy

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2022 32:14


Dan is an author of three books and counting. After 30 years of successfully leading a nonprofit youth sports organization in Berks County, Pennsylvania, Dan and his wife, Sandy sold their house and all of their stuff in August of 2020. They now live full-time in an RV traveling the country with their golden retriever, Youkilis. Working around Dan's speaking schedule, they volunteer at various locations, help others, and tell the stories of their travels and those they meet through blogging, social media and podcasting. He has dedicated his life to serving God by giving back and helping others, and has no regrets. https://journeyofmymothersson.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/michael-chestnut5/support

Outdoor Adventure Series
Dan Clouser, Podcast Host and Author of The Journey of My Mother's Son

Outdoor Adventure Series

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2022 51:40


Our guest today on the  Outdoor Adventure Serie is Dan Clouser.Dan is an Author, Blogger, Podcast Host, Speaker, and Consultant. After running the Berkshire Baseball & Softball Club, a nonprofit youth sports organization he founded over 30 years ago, In 2019, Dan, his wife Sandy, and their faithful golden retriever, Youkilis, tackle RV life as they travel across the country. Dan shares that the travels are missions in many ways: honoring the legacy left by Dan's mother, volunteering and serving others, cherishing friends and family, having faith, and just living in the moment.Aha MomentThe many times I have had the opportunity to reconnect with my former players since we've been traveling full-time have shown me the fruit of my labor.  To see the young men and women who I have coached make positive impacts in the world has been an incredible experience for me.Insight2GoThis is always my "go-to" quote - "A life isn't significant except for its impact on other lives." ~Jackie Robinson.  I can easily expand on why that quote means so much to me.To learn more about Dan, subscribe to The Journey of My Mother's Son Podcast, or listen to other podcasts that he has been a guest on, visit his website at https://journeyofmymothersson.com.You can also learn more about Dan on these social sites:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheBeautyOfADiamond/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/danclouser5/The Outdoor Adventure Series is a podcast production of Fox Coaching, Inc.

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Happy Humpday Friends! I hope your week is heading in the direction you're wanting it to go. I hope you are inspired, motivated and living your best life. My next guest did that for me. He is a nomad, living his life in servitude with his wife while following the path his Mother started. Please welcome PREMIERE guest Dan Clouser! Dan is an author of three books and counting.After 30 years of successfully leading a nonprofit youth sports organization in Berks County, Pennsylvania, Dan and his wife, Sandy sold their house and all of their stuff in August of 2020.They now live full-time in an RV traveling the country with their golden retriever, Youkilis.Working around Dan's speaking schedule, they volunteer at various locations, help others, and tell the stories of their travels and those they meet through blogging, social media and podcasting. He has dedicated his life to serving God by giving back and helping others, and has no regrets.To support Dan or to learn more, head to the links below:https://journeyofmymothersson.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-clouser-a222521b/https://twitter.com/DanClouser5Support for Label Free Podcast is brought to you by ​MANSCAPED™​, who is the best in men's below-the-waist grooming.  ​ @MANSCAPED offers precision-engineered tools for your family jewels. They obsess over their technology developments to provide you the best tools for your grooming experience. MANSCAPED is trusted by over 2 million men worldwide! We have an exclusive offer for my listeners - 20% off + free shipping with the code: LABELFREE

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Happy Humpday Friends! I hope your week is heading in the direction you're wanting it to go. I hope you are inspired, motivated and living your best life. My next guest did that for me. He is a nomad, living his life in servitude with his wife while following the path his Mother started. Please welcome PREMIERE guest Dan Clouser! Dan is an author of three books and counting.After 30 years of successfully leading a nonprofit youth sports organization in Berks County, Pennsylvania, Dan and his wife, Sandy sold their house and all of their stuff in August of 2020.They now live full-time in an RV traveling the country with their golden retriever, Youkilis.Working around Dan's speaking schedule, they volunteer at various locations, help others, and tell the stories of their travels and those they meet through blogging, social media and podcasting. He has dedicated his life to serving God by giving back and helping others, and has no regrets.To support Dan or to learn more, head to the links below:https://journeyofmymothersson.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-clouser-a222521b/https://twitter.com/DanClouser5Support for Label Free Podcast is brought to you by ​MANSCAPED™​, who is the best in men's below-the-waist grooming.  ​ @MANSCAPED offers precision-engineered tools for your family jewels. They obsess over their technology developments to provide you the best tools for your grooming experience. MANSCAPED is trusted by over 2 million men worldwide! We have an exclusive offer for my listeners - 20% off + free shipping with the code: LABELFREE

The Living Numbers Podcast with Tony Rambles
EP 54 Caring Coach Dan Clouser, Risk it all Nomad Lifestyle and Faithful Weekly Podcaster

The Living Numbers Podcast with Tony Rambles

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2022 42:19


Episode 54 introduces caring Coach Dan Clouser. After spending over 30 years founding and operating BIG Vision Foundation, coaching baseball and softball, Dan and his wife took a huge risk jumping head-first into the RV Nomad lifestyle. They sold most of what they had to purse a life of freedom and purpose. He now does consulting work along with being an author and podcaster to supplement their new life journey together. Subscribe here for more content - https://anchor.fm/thelivingnumberspodcast/subscribe You can find his podcast and book about their travels here Journey of My Mother's Son - Many Little People (journeyofmymothersson.com). Timestamps 0:00 Opening :41 Introducing Dan Clouser 2:21 My Mom Lives Everywhere 8:47 RV Nomad Lifestyle 18:47 A Real Life Baseball GM 28:11 Reinventing Yourself 33:44 3 Whats? Unpopular Opinions, Life Changes & Advice 39:00 Where To Find Dan Clouser For more content FOLLOW Tony Rambles & The Living Numbers Podcast: Official Site: ➡️ https://anchor.fm/thelivingnumberspodcast YouTube: ➡️ https://www.youtube.com/c/thelivingnumberspodcast Instagram: ➡️ https://www.instagram.com/thelivingnumberspodcast TikTok: ➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/@thelivingnumberspodcast Facebook: ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/thelivingnumberspodcast Fanbase: ➡️ https://fanbase.com/thelivingnumberspodcast --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/thelivingnumberspodcast/message

Fox Beyer
What's YourInspiration E068 Dan Clouser

Fox Beyer

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 1, 2022 31:33


Author, speaker, podcast host, consultant, and blogger, Dan Clouser; along with his wife, Sandy, and golden retriever, Youkilis, decided to leave their comfort zone in August 2020 and set out on a journey across the USA in an RV.  www.DanClouser.com

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Fred Talk with Freddy Vasquez
Fred Talk Flow #3: Local Authors, Metallica, and Lego

Fred Talk with Freddy Vasquez

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 18:17


This week's flow features local authors right here in Reading, PA. I only spoke about four, but I'm sure there's more! Make sure you leave your favorite local authors in the comments. I'm also enamored by the Master of Puppets phenomenon created by the latest season of Stranger Things and I LOVE LEGO!

GEMS with Genesis Amaris Kemp
Ep. 649 - Finding Freedom to Live Outside the Box with Dan Clouser

GEMS with Genesis Amaris Kemp

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2022 30:37


How are you getting freedom from the norms of society? In this segment, Dan Clouser shares how he stepped outside of the box and did what some may have questioned or seen as crazy. Which allowed him to have total freedom from the societal norms. Here are some things he did that you can try. 1. Have the GUTS to take the first step to transition. 2. Go all in - Put house on the market and sell everything then live in the RV / mobile living 3. Have Faith over Fear and know that it's going to work out 4. Get outside / think outside of the box 5. Live in the moment See video here - https://youtu.be/RwCuNlNu6F4 WHO IS DAN? Dan is an author of three books and counting. After 30 years of successfully leading a nonprofit youth sports organization in Berks County, Pennsylvania, Dan and his wife, Sandy sold their house and all of their stuff in August of 2020. They now live full-time in an RV traveling the country with their golden retriever, Youkilis. Working around Dan's speaking schedule, they volunteer at various locations, help others, and tell the stories of their travels and those they meet through blogging, social media, and podcasting. He has dedicated his life to serving God by giving back and helping others and has no regrets. DAN'S CALL TO ACTION Understand you don't have to follow the rules. Check out the website to find out more info https://journeyofmymothersson.com/ GENESIS'S INFO https://genesisamariskemp.net/ CALL TO ACTION Subscribe to GEMS with Genesis Amaris Kemp Channel, Hit the notifications bell so you don't miss any content, and share with family/friends. **REMEMBER - You do not have to let limitations or barriers keep you from achieving your success. Mind over Matter...It's time to shift and unleash your greatest potential. If you would like to be a SPONSOR or have any of your merchandise mentioned, please reach out via email at GEMSwithGenesisAmarisKemp@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/genesis-amaris-kemp/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/genesis-amaris-kemp/support

The Chris Voss Show
The Chris Voss Show Podcast – The Journey of My Mother’s Son: Volume I (Many Random Thoughts from the Road.) by Dan Clouser

The Chris Voss Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 28:37


The Journey of My Mother's Son: Volume I (Many Random Thoughts from the Road.) by Dan Clouser Journeyofmymothersson.com You don't need to be a man, or a son, or even to be traveling the country in an RV to glean beautiful life lessons from reading "The Journey of My Mother's Son." Dan, along with his wife, Sandy, opens up his heart and their home on wheels to share the rewards reaped from simply stopping to look, listen and love the planet of which we're a small part. He imparts the wisdom learned from lending a hand through volunteering and serving those in less fortunate circumstances. He shows that we can gain immeasurable rewards from adopting the "enjoy the moment" attitude of a canine companion. Through his approachable, honest storytelling, he is able to shift the reader's life perspective. To get them asking themselves the important questions. To teach them that the little things are never really little at all. "The Journey of My Mother's Son" is a must-read. Beware: you may quickly yearn to put your "bricks and sticks" home on the market to join the RV community.

Growth Now Movement with Justin Schenck
Life Lessons from the Road with Dan Clouser

Growth Now Movement with Justin Schenck

Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 40:43


Dan Clouser founded and ran a nonprofit youth sports organization for 30 years called the Berkshire Baseball & Softball Club, which later became the BIG Vision Foundation.  He truly loved every second of what he did.  His passion was working with kids and teaching them leadership skills and life lessons through sports and community service.  He honestly thought that he would have died doing what he loved. Then in 2019, Dan felt a calling from God for his wife, Sandy, and him to leave their comfort zone and start a new journey.  A literal journey, selling most of their material things and setting out across this beautiful country in an RV with their golden retriever, Youkilis.  Sounds crazy, but it was also destined to happen.

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Disrupt The Everyday Podcast
Episode 64 - The Journey of Life with Dan Clouser

Disrupt The Everyday Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2022 64:36


Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/8AigUO_uQ7c DO YOU HAVE THE COURAGE TO SELL EVERYTHING AND CHANGE THE PATH OF YOUR LIFE? On this episode we are joined by author, podcaster, and RV enthusiast, Dan Clouser. Dan and his wife Sandy sold everything and explored the US by RV. On this episode we discuss: How Dan's mother impacted his life and this new journey The impact of sports beyond the game Life changing experiences through volunteering For places to listen, places to connect on social media, to be a guest, collaborate with or sponsor DTE visit: https://linktr.ee/DisruptTheEveryday Dan's Website: https://journeyofmymothersson.com/ About Dan in his own words MY NAME IS DAN CLOUSER.  I AM AN AUTHOR AND A SPEAKER. I founded and ran a nonprofit youth sports organization for 30 years called the Berkshire Baseball & Softball Club, which later became the BIG Vision Foundation.  We ran teams, tournaments and a 130 acre sports complex.  I loved every second of what I did.  I loved working with kids and teaching them leadership skills and life lessons through sports and community service.  I thought that I would have died doing what I loved. Then in 2019, I felt a calling from God for my wife, Sandy, and I decided to leave our comfort zone and start a new journey.  A literal journey, selling most of our material things and setting out across this beautiful country in an RV with our golden retriever, Youkilis.  Sounds crazy, but it was also destined to happen.  You see I was raised by a hippy named Loretta Magary, she was a free spirit who quit her job and embarked on her own journey in the mid-1980's. Her journey started in a 1967 Plymouth Valiant with the back seat removed to make a bed and a .38 Special for protection and later evolved into a 1978 Toyota camper.  After she passed away in 2005, we were able to experience a small part of her journey by going through her old photos and letters.  The people that she met along the way were amazing.  I'll be conducting coaching workshops for Positive Coaching Alliance on our travels, but more importantly, this is our chance to continue my mother's legacy.  We will tell the stories of the people that we meet along the way. This is truly “The Journey of My Mother's Son” and as Michael Franti says in the opening verse of his song, “Gloria,” “When many little people in many little places, Do many little things, then the whole world changes.”  It will be our job to share and tell the stories of those “Many Little People” through this podcast and my writing.  Some of the people that we interview may be famous, most will not be, but they'll all have a story to tell about the difference they're making.  Some stories will still have a sports theme, others spiritual, some will be about music, others about food, some will talk about travel, but all will be about the many little people, in the many little places who are doing the many little things to make the whole world change.  We pray that you enjoy these stories and are inspired to do your own little things to make this world a better place for all of us.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser – A Holiday Monologue

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 29, 2021 11:00


In this episode of “The Journey of My Mother's Son” podcast, I conduct my first ever monologue podcast. As Sandy and I near an end to our volunteer experience at the Dream Center of Southeast Texas, I wanted to take a moment to reflect back on our experience as well as wish everyone a prosperous and healthy 2022.

Fred Talk with Freddy Vasquez
#15 Dan Clouser | Fred Talk

Fred Talk with Freddy Vasquez

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 59:04


Dan Clouser is an author, podcaster, and now an RV road traveler here in the States. To say his mother was just like everyone else's would be an understatement. Listen to the inspiration and all the good things in this episode of Fred Talk.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - A Conversation with Paul Cartwright

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2020 29:57


In this week's episode, I sit down and speak with Paul Cartwright, who is the president and founder of Sports Celebrity Marketing (S.C.M. Inc.), which is a full service sports marketing company located in Ontario, Canada specializing in facilitating personal appearances, keynote speeches, endorsements, fundraisers, marketing, PR and event planning. Paul is also a newly published contributor of the book, "A Walk in Our Cleats: 25 Athletes Who Never Gave Up" with author and former NFL player, Steven Johnson Jr. A Walk in Our Cleats is an exciting, inside look at 25 notable NFL players and their faith journeys. Each player has faced unique circumstances in staying fit, pursuing their dreams, and getting to play in the NFL, but all have one thing in common: the power of Jesus Christ in their lives. During the conversation, in addition to the book, we talk about how Paul came to start his business, the influence that some of his players have had on him over the years, his faith, his mixed race marriage, and his feelings on the current racial tensions in our society.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - We Need Some Hope with Anthony Henderson

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2020 36:23


In this week's episode of the Journey of My Mother's Son podcast, I sit down with Anthony Henderson, South Florida's biggest Hope Dealer. That's right, Anthony feels that we have way too many dope dealers, so he has chosen to go out and deal some hope to our society. Anthony is also a former athlete, coach and a fellow trainer for Positive Coaching Alliance. His optimistic attitude can be felt in his voice. We pick up the conversation that I started with Monica Livingston about what we can do to help move the needle forward in regards to our country's current and jagged past when it comes to race relations. We are both hopeful and optimistic, but also realize that we are in what Anthony is referring to as a "marathon relay." We're on the same team, but it's a long race and we need to know when to hand the baton to someone else so that we can rest for a little while.and take care of ourselves.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - "We Need to Talk" with Monica Livingston

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 40:48


Have you ever gotten that pit inside your stomach when your spouse or a good friend walks into the room and says to you, "Hey, sit down a second, we need to talk?" We've all been there. The uncomfortable conversation that we all try to avoid and hope that it will take care of itself with no effort from us. Well America, that's where we are today. As a society, we need to talk, and what we need to talk about is systemic racism in America. We've all tried our best to ignore it and hope that it would go away on it's own, but it hasn't, so we need to talk about it. More importantly, we need to listen. We need to put ourselves into rooms with people who don't look like us and have that difficult conversation about race. We need to talk about the black race and the white race and every other race, but most importantly, the human race. In this episode of "The Journey of My Mother's Son," I sit down with Monica Livingston, who is one of the many absolutely incredible human beings that I've been blessed to meet through the Positive Coaching Alliance. She is a former women's professional football player, entrepreneur, consultant and speaker. Her company, 36 Nation, located in Washington, DC provides individual representation to meet her clients needs. We both had to overcome our fear and had that uncomfortable conversation about race. We recognize our differences, but more importantly chose to focus on our similarities. We're all on the same team, we can only move forward together. We know that we're only two little people, but we're going to start the conversation and hope that it inspires others to have the tough conversation with those who don't look like them as well.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Making History with the Sonoma Stompers

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2020 45:08


In this week's episode of The Journey of My Mother's Son, I talked to Stacy Piagno and Isaac Wenrich who made history on July 15, 2017 when Piagno recorded a win against the Pittsburg Diamonds in her first start of the 2017 season. In doing so, she became only the third woman since the 1950s to win a game in an American men's professional league. Wenrich, who is a former player of mine from my Berkshire Baseball days, was her catcher that day. The two share memories of that day and the season in general. Stacy talks about how important it was for the men in the Sonoma clubhouse to simply accept her and her female teammate, Kelsie Whitmore as nothing more than teammates and fellow ballplayers. Isaac talks about how having the women on the team pushed him to push himself and work even harder to improve his own skills.

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The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Ella Witman - Youthful Resilience and Inspiration

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 11:48


In this week's episode of The Journey of My Mother's Son podcast, I was fortunate to sit down with Ella Witman. Ella is only 12 years old, soon to be 13, but people of all ages should be inspired by her story. An avid softball player and horseback rider, Ella had her world come crashing down in late October of 2018 when she broke her hip in a freak accident a few days following injuring it on the field. Faced with the possibility of never being able to ride a horse or play the game of softball again, Ella's strength and perseverance has her back in the saddle and soon to be back on the playing field as well. Ella leaned on a strong support system within her family and close friends as well as some encouragement and prayers from some awesome former Olympians, Jennie Finch, Leah O'Brien-Amico, Crystl Bustos, and Toni Mascarenas.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Homa Shafii, Part 2 - From humble beginnings in Iran to the US Women's National Baseball Team

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 33:56


In this episode of The Journey of My Mother's Son podcast, I continue the conversation with Homa Shafii. Born and raised in Iran for the first 11 years of her life, her father had the foresight to move to the United States in order to create more opportunities for both him and his family. Baseball wasn't the only male dominated endeavor that Homa took on and excelled at. She also became a Firefighter, Peace Officer and first female member of her California SWAT team. More importantly, her story is one of faith and finding Jesus during one of her darkest times. She now loves to help others by inspiring them to find their own faith and trust in God.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Homa Shafii, Part 1 - From humble beginnings in Iran to the US Women's National Baseball Team

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 27:02


Another two part episode of The Journey of my Mother's Son podcast. I was able to talk to Homa Shafii. Homa came to the United States from Iran when she was only 11 years old. Once in the US, she fell in love with the games of baseball and softball. A late starter, only beginning to play softball at age 14, she was able to persevere and work hard to play high school softball. Not heavily recruited out of high school, she continued to overcome obstacles in her journey. Going to junior college, getting cut, transferring, and being told that she wasn't good enough. Against all odds, she continued to work hard and fight for the opportunity to play the game that she had grown to love. While playing softball, she also began to play baseball and loved it equally. She played in a men's amateur league in California, which she eventually went on to be the commissioner of and was part of the US Women's National Baseball team development program in 2017. She is currently training and pursuing her dream of making the US Women's National Baseball team and compete in the Women's World Cup, which has been postponed to 2021. Homa's story is one of faith, perseverance and never giving up on your dreams.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Jeff Potter - Barnstorming to Teaching Life Lessons and Giving Back

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 40:38


I've known Jeff Potter for over 12 years now. We first met when he published his first book, "Whatever Happened to Baseball." We share the same philosophy of teaching life lessons through the game of baseball. I was in the midst of writing my first book, "The Beauty of a Diamond, through the eyes of a Coach." when Jeff and I met. He was a big reason as to why I got it to the finish line and published, I had been working on it for years and no one other than my wife and mom knew that I was writing it, he challenged me to start telling everyone that I was writing a book. When I asked him why, he simply said that those who I tell would hold me accountable to get it finished because they'd ask me about the progress. I followed his advise and he was right. I published in 2012. Jeff now runs the Potter Baseball Tour, in which he takes a group of young people on a 30 day field trip across the Mid-Atlantic region playing barnstorming baseball games and giving back to the communities in which they visit. He has written two additional books since we met, "Saving Baseball" and "Far from being Done."

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Michelle Delloso, Part 2 – Life after the Bullets, Passion Projects and still blazing trails.

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2020 38:22


Following her season with the Silver Bullets in 1994, Michelle continued to understand the importance of being a positive role model for young women everywhere. She went onto be an author and speaker, work for sports apparel giants, Nike, Louisville Slugger and adidas to name a few and has her own consulting business, Red Rock Consultants, LLC. Most importantly though, she has what she calls her “Passion Projects.” The Go Girl Futures Program, Rim to Rim Club of the Grand Canyon & Rim to Rim Zion Hike & Club. The Go Girl Futures project help empower young women, while the hiking clubs help people challenge themselves and find their own personal relationship with God and nature. We immediately connected when she heard that Sandy and I were selling everything to live fulltime in an RV. In addition to a standout athlete, she is a nature lover, who lived in a Tiny House for a little while. She completely understands how selling everything and starting a new chapter can create a new spiritual connection. FAITH over FEAR has been her mantra as well.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Michelle Delloso, Part 1 – Another Silver Bullet Trailblazer

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 32:57


Making connections is what life is all about. God works in mysterious ways. Following my podcast with Missy Coombes, who was an original Silver Bullet from 1994-1996, another door opened. My friend and another former guest on the show, Tina Whitlock reached out to me and asked if I would be interested in meeting a fellow South Carolina alumni, who was also a member of the Silver Bullets, Michelle Delloso. When Tina asked, I immediately recognized the name because Michelle garnered a lot of media attention during the game that I had coached against the Silver Bullets in Reading due to the fact that she grew up in Quakertown, which is less than an hour from Reading. I immediately said, “Yes!” Tina introduced us and we immediately connected. I am sure that you will enjoy her story as we take another stroll down memory lane to recognize another incredible Trailblazer from that Silver Bullet team.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Paul K. Johnson – A Coaching Legacy of Giving Back

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2020 23:47


In this episode, I sat down with longtime friend, Paul Johnson to talk about his 30 years of coaching baseball in the inner-city of Philadelphia. A recipient of the Quarter Century of Leadership & Dedication to Baseball Award from the ABCA (American Baseball Coaches Association) in 2014, Paul has dedicated his life to giving back and teaching leadership skills and life lessons through the game of baseball. A coaching philosophy that we have both shared throughout our careers. Paul has a legacy of producing young men who have gone on to be productive members of society.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Missy Coombes – An original Silver Bullet

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2020 42:39


On August 1, 1994, I had the opportunity to coach against the Colorado Silver Bullets, a women's professional baseball team that was sponsored by the Coors Brewing Company. The team existed from 1994 through 1997 barnstorming across the country playing minor league teams, men's semi-pro and amateur teams. A few years ago, I connected on social media with Missy Coombes, who was one of the original Silver Bullets. She played three years with the team from that inaugural season in 1994 through the 1996 season. The Silver Bullets seem to be somewhat of a forgotten era in women's baseball. It was great hearing Missy's story of her experience with team and how she still loves the game today.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Tina Whitlock – Breaking Glass Ceilings

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2020 37:16


I had the opportunity to talk with Tina Whitlock, who is one of only five females to be coaching in professional baseball. She was hired as a fourth coach in the St. Louis Cardinals organization this past spring. Tina's story isn't just about being a trailblazer and breaking glass ceilings, more importantly, it's one of faith, grit, determination and resilience. Tina became a widow and a mother to her second son within nine days of each other and her journey ever since has been nothing short of amazing.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Elizabeth Benn, Trailblazer and Role Model

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2020 29:52


This episode was originally recorded in mid-February and was planned to be released right before the MLB Trailblazer Series. The Trailblazer Series is a girl's baseball event that is conducted every year in Compton, CA right around the time that MLB celebrates Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier. The event has been postponed indefinitely due the COVID-19 pandemic. It was an honor to talk to Elizabeth Benn, who is the Sr. Coordinator of Player Programs, Baseball Development, and Diversity for Major League Baseball. Her and a team of dedicated professionals are committed to increasing the opportunities for women in baseball, both and off the field.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Talking Faith and Softball with Leah O'Brien-Amico.

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2020 29:53


In this episode, I had the opportunity to sit down with my good friend, Leah Amico and talk about Faith and Softball. We spoke about how we're dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. Leah is a 3-time Olympic Gold Medalist in Women's Softball, so we also speak about the NCAA season getting cancelled as well as the postponement of the 2020 Olympics.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Dan and Sandy talk about Quarantine.

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2020 18:20


My wife, Sandy and I sit down at the kitchen table prior to a game of 500 Rummy to talk about how we're dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic and being quarantined in our house for going on three weeks. We've found that balance, fresh air, sunshine, walking and most of all scripture and prayer have helped us find that “peace that passes all understanding” during these uncertain times.

The Journey of My Mother's Son
Dan Clouser - Old Memories, New Journeys.

The Journey of My Mother's Son

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2020 17:24


Old friends reminisce about the past and look forward to the future. I recently sat down with two of my good friends, Phil Raccuglia and Chris Blum. Like me, each of them are starting a new life journey. Phil, who was a long-time coach at several local programs, Berkshire, Exeter and Muhlenberg stepped down this past season after 26 seasons of coaching. He led the Berkshire 30-Over team to a second place finish in the nation during the 1995 NABF World Series. At Muhlenberg, he led the A's to several state tournament appearances during his tenure. Phil's new journey is continuing his father's legacy by running the family business, Pizza Como in Temple, PA. Chris, who also had his first head coaching position with the Berkshire ACBL team was released from his position at Kutztown University prior to the end of the 2019 season. Chris was the winningest coach in Kutztown University history, his team's won six PSAC titles and made five trips to the NCAA Division II World Series. He spent 8 years as an assistant and 17 years as the head coach. Chris's new journey is as an assistant coach for Kutztown University's girls softball team. Even though baseball is still in our blood, we're all excited to turn the page and start these new chapters of our lives. I love when I get the opportunity to stroll down memory lane with these two guys, I am truly blessed to have them as part of the threads that have helped make up the quilt of my life.