Podcast appearances and mentions of jeff rasley

Jeff Rasley is the author of GODLESS -- Living a Valuable Life Beyond Beliefs and several articles about religion and spirituality. He has an MDiv from Christian Theological Seminary, and was the valedictorian of his class. He also spent a few years as a leader and preacher within the Presbyterian Church, until he could no longer stand its hypocrisy.   Join us for an engaging conversation as we discuss religion vs spirituality and leave your thoughts in the comment section. There were some technical issues due to our states being under some storms the day of recording, so allow some grace and enjoy the conversation!   You can see everything Jeff does at http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/ Twitter: @voicesofmisery mewe: @voicesofmisery Parler: voices of misery Gmail: voicesofmiserypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: voicesofmiserypodcast Discord server: voices of misery podcast https://tinyurl.com/VoMPodcastTees

FAB 500 Series Why do people follow dictators? What are the implications for business leaders? Guest Jeff Rasley, the author of fourteen books including “The 72 Wisdoms,” shares his insights and perspectives on how to use wisdom to interrupt the patterns of fascist leaders. Jeff is the President of Basa Village Foundation, Secretary of Scientech … The post Why Do People Follow Dictators: A Conversation with Jeff Rasley (Episode # 449F) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

On this week's Dash it Out Show, we'll talk to Jeff Rasley and be culturally "sensitive" about other countries, including the US! Jeff's commitment to social activism and philanthropy began in high school when he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. As a young lawyer, Jeff founded free legal clinics at two inner-city churches in Indianapolis.  Jeff is the founder and president of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He has served as president and director of the Indianapolis Scientech Club and secretary and director of the Scientech Foundation. The Club promotes scientific inquiry and learning and the foundation financially supports STEAM education in Indiana. Jeff has served as a director of many other nonprofit organizations, including the Indianapolis Peace & Justice Center, the University of Chicago Alumni Club, Phi Beta Kappa of Indiana, and Earlham College. He is the U.S. liaison for the Himalayan expedition company Adventure GeoTreks Ltd. He has taught courses on "culturally sensitive development" and philanthropy at Butler and Marian University. Jeff"s Work's : https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jeff-Rasley/author/B004Q3D6B2 Jeff Rasley Website: http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/dashitout/support

**Get Ready for an Adventurous Episode on Teatime with Miss Liz!** Join us on **October 7th at 3 PM EST** as we welcome back the incredible **Jeff Rasley** for his third visit! This time, he's here to share insights from his latest book, **” A Hitchhiker Big Adventure.”** Jeff's journey is nothing short of inspiring. Residing along the beautiful White River in Indianapolis with his beloved Alicia and Poppy, he's an accomplished writer with over **80 feature articles** and **14 books** to his name. His adventurous spirit has led him from hitchhiking across the USA to trekking in the majestic Himalayas. Beyond his writing, Jeff is a passionate social activist. He co-founded the **Goshen Walk for Hunger**, championed renters' rights, and spearheaded environmental cleanup initiatives. Notably, he founded the **Basa Village Foundation**, promoting sustainable development in Nepal. With a BA from the University of Chicago, a JD from Indiana University, and an MDiv from Christian Theological Seminary, Jeff embodies the idea that adventure can be found in both exploration and the pages of a good book. **Join the live stream** on your favourite platform: - YouTube: [Miss Liz's Teatime Channel](https://youtube.com/@misslizsteatimes?si=wDjXE7IxBBDaIiF2) - Facebook Live- Twitter Spaces - Instagram Live You can also catch our podcast on all major apps, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Google Podcasts. Don't miss this chance to dive into adventurous stories and share a cup of T-E-A with Jeff! Your participation makes the conversation richer, so bring your stories and questions! **Hashtags:** #TeatimeWithMissLiz #JeffRasley #AHitchhikerBigAdventure #AdventureStories #LiveStream #Podcast #SocialActivism #PickleballConversations See you there!

Welcome to the Season 7 finale; in this episode, G-Rex and Dirty Skittles reflect on an unforgettable season filled with powerful stories, valuable lessons, and laughs. We're celebrating the incredible guests who joined us and the community we've built around mental health awareness and support. Episode Highlights: Regent opened our season by stressing the importance of having "fierce conversations"—with others and ourselves. His insights on facing difficult truths set the tone for meaningful discussions this season. Laurie shared her experience balancing self-care with motherhood and offered practical advice on creating mental health safety plans for herself and her daughter. Andrea provided crucial tips for staying mentally strong while job hunting after a layoff, giving hope and guidance to those navigating similar challenges. Jeff Rasley inspired us with his journey from lawyer to mountain climber, showing how stepping outside your comfort zone can lead to newfound joy and purpose. Zach turned the challenges of the pandemic into a thriving goat milk soap business, teaching us about resilience, gratitude, and the importance of embracing our inner child. Jeff shared the emotional experience of advocating for his NICU baby during COVID-19, highlighting the importance of solid communication and mental endurance. Kate explored how creativity can be a powerful tool for self-care, offering insights into the therapeutic benefits of art. Dr. mOe Anderson brought her expertise as a dentist and mental health advocate, helping us understand and conquer deep-seated fears. Mary K transformed her anxiety into a successful writing career, reminding us that it's never too late to find purpose and fulfillment in life. As we wrap up Season 7, we're excited to announce that our new merch shop is officially open! Whether you need something safe for work or want to sport our classic podcast logo, you can find it at Goesoninourheads.shop or Customized Girl (volume pricing available). We also want to thank our sponsor, X-Sense Smoke Alarms! Keep your home safe with these advanced alarms that connect directly to your phone. Don't miss out on the 20% discount with code XSENSESD. Click here to secure your home today! Call to Action: If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health, please reach out to the crisis hotline in your area. It's OK not to be OK—just make sure you're talking to someone. United States: 988 - Visit here Canada: 988 - Visit here Worldwide: Crisis Lifeline - Visit here Connect with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles: Website: goesoninourheads.net Facebook: facebook.com/shltthatgoesoninourheads Instagram: @grex_and_dirtyskittles Support & Engagement: Newsletter: Sign up here Merchandise: Goesoninourheads.shop or Customized Girl (volume pricing available) Donate: Support us here Advertise with Us: Click here Acknowledgments: Audio Editing by: NJz Audio Subscribe, Rate, and Review! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review us on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps us continue bringing you more inspiring stories. You can also add your review directly on our Website. #MentalHealthAwareness #SelfCare #Season7Finale #PodcastCommunity #GRexAndDirtySkittles #MentalWellness #PodcastLife #CreativeTherapy #Resilience #ParentingTips #AnxietyRelief #MentalHealthPodcast

This week, the fascinating Jeff Rasley joins your hosts, Dirty Skittles and G-Rex. Dive into this chaotic yet insightful circus as Jeff shares his journey from the legal world to adventurous escapades. Jeff, hailing from Indianapolis, takes us through his career as a lawyer, the challenges, and the moral dilemmas he faced, including defending complex criminal cases. He opens up about his struggle with depression and how exercise and adventure became his tools for mental wellness. Discover the turning points in Jeff's life, such as his midlife crisis that led him to trek the Mount Everest Base Camp and how this adventure fueled his passion for travel and philanthropy. Learn about his hitchhiking adventures, including a narrow escape from a cult, and how these experiences shaped his perspective on life. Jeff also shares his thoughts on humility, the importance of giving back, and how he continues to make a difference through various foundations. He reflects on how these experiences have strengthened his relationship with his wife and family. Join us for an episode filled with gripping stories, life lessons, and a deep dive into what keeps Jeff going. Take advantage of this inspiring conversation! About Jeff Rasley: - Jeff Rasley is a lawyer. - Author of fourteen books and over 90 articles in academic and mainstream periodicals. - Award-winning photographer with published pictures from the Himalayas, Caribbean, and Pacific islands. - Founder and president of the Basa Village Foundation. - President of the Scientech Foundation of Indiana. - US liaison for Nepal-based Adventure GeoTreks. - Partner in Midsummer Books. - Director of the Indianapolis Peace and Justice Center. - Co-founder of the Jeff & Alicia Rasley Internship Program for ACLU of Indiana. - Visit his website at jeffreyrasley.com Connect with Jeff: - Twitter - Instagram - Facebook - YouTube Sponsor: This episode is brought to you by Heather Grace Skincare. Use the code STGOIOH for a 10% discount at Heather Grace Skincare - https://heathergraceskincare.com/ Call to Action: If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, reach out to the 988 crisis hotline. You can call, text, or chat with a counselor ready to listen and help—your mental health matters. Let's break the stigma and normalize seeking help. Remember, it's OK not to be OK—make sure you're talking to someone. - 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Talk to Someone Now - Find A Helpline: Find Support Connect with G-Rex and Dirty Skittles: - Official Website: https://www.goesoninourheads.net - Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shltthatgoesoninourheads - Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/grex_and_dirtyskittles/ Participate & Support: - Newsletter: Join us for exclusive content, giveaways, and updates. Sign Up - Merchandise: Support us with unique merchandise: Shop Now - Donate: Support our show: Donate Engagement & Advertising Opportunities: - Advertise: Promote your products with us: Learn More Acknowledgments: - Audio Editing: By NJz Audio for top-notch sound quality. Subscribe, Rate, and Review! Remember to subscribe for more inspiring stories and valuable insights. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate and review us on your favorite podcast platform. If you're listening elsewhere and want to leave a review, visit our Website; your feedback is important to us. #MentalHealth #JeffRasley #Philanthropy #Adventure #MentalWellness #MentalWellnessPodcast #STGOIOH #Depression #MentalHealthAwareness #BreakTheStigma #Grex #Dirtyskittles

We continue to celebrate the release of Irene Weinberg's Good to the Last Drop! Embracing Your Life's Third Chapter. In this second part of the series, we journey through life's third chapter, exploring profound reinventions and new purposes with more of our contributors. Meet Julie Ryan, a former businesswoman who embraced her psychic abilities, and Betty Jamfel and Julie Lazar-Reskakis, who found a new calling supporting others through grief after loss. Also hear from Phyllis Okon, the "mother of reinvention," who discusses navigating change and staying relevant later in life. The episode is packed with even more wisdom: Jeff Rasley shares a powerful story about getting lost on a mountain, highlighting the importance of both community and solitude. Brian Smith and Alan Stein detail resilience in overcoming obstacles and finding purpose beyond adversity. Finally, animal communicator Tami Hendrix explores the profound impact animals have had on her life and her work helping others. This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and guidance as they navigate their own "third chapter," filled with stories of transformation, resilience, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. IN THIS EPISODE, YOU'LL HEAR ABOUT THINGS LIKE: ● Exploring psychic abilities.● Finding a calling in grief support after personal loss.● Change and reinvention as a medium and author.● Getting lost on a mountain and discovering the importance of community and solitude.● Overcoming a difficult upbringing and multiple health challenges with a positive outlook.● The impact animals have on navigating life transitions.● Stories highlighting the importance of both personal resilience and support systems. Don't miss out on Irene's giveaway. Follow this link: https://ireneweinberg.com/good-to-the-last-drop/#giveaway

Hello Backstory fans! join us for a fun chat where we reminisce about our own hitchhiking tales and have a discussion on life's unexpected risks. The episode features our first-ever four-time guest, author Jeff Rasley, a seasoned storyteller whose life mirrors his narratives, sharing captivating details about his hitchhiking experiences. Experience a thrilling ride through America in winter of 1972 with Jeff in his latest narrative, "Adventure Unleashed: A Hitchhiker's Big Journey". From encounters with diverse spectrum of characters to learning invaluable life lessons, this episode provides a look into the American hitchhiking culture of the 70s. Jeff also relives his remarkable journey meeting fascinating characters across America. From the 'Jesus in a Ferrari' to the fanciful crime gang inviting him to join their ranks, this episode paves the path to intriguing storytelling leading to stirring self-introspection and spiritual growth. Another highlight of this Backstory Sessions includes a riveting detour into the counterculture scene. Jeff talks about his unexpected stops at secretive cult compounds, his adventures at Mardi Gras, and how these diverse cultural exposures have shaped his life. Tune in to take part in this journey, which promises a great mix of humor, nostalgia, and transformative life events. 

Afternoon teatime with Miss Liz coming back as a returning guest is the philanthropist Jeff Rasley. Bringing you a new flowing T-E-A on this August 10th 3Pm EST. Live show can be seen on Miss Liz's YouTube channel below.https://youtube.com/@misslizsteatimesAlso live streaming to multiple platforms and podcast stations and apps.Jeff Rasley lives on the White River in Indianapolis with Alicia and Poppy. His first published writing was poetry in the Hanover College Fine Arts Journal. Over 80 feature articles on law, travel, spirituality, politics, and human interest followed in Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, and other periodicals. Jeff is the author of 14 books.Jeff dropped out of college, saved money from factory work, then hitch-hiked across the USA. Money earned on a road crew financed travels in Europe and motorcycling from Indiana to Mexico City. Marriage and 2 children reduced his travels for a time, but since 1995 he has led treks and mountaineering expeditions in the India-Nepal Himalayas, and he has scuba dived throughout the Caribbean and sea-kayaked in Palau, Tonga, and the Greek Isles.Jeff's commitment to social activism and philanthropy began in high school when he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. In law school he fought for renters' rights and organized the first rent strike in Indiana as president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association. As a young lawyer Jeff founded free legal clinics at two inner-city churches in Indianapolis. He was lead counsel on class action suits for prisoners which resulted in the construction of two new jails in Central Indiana. Jeff was the lead plaintiff in a class action requiring clean-up of the White River after it was polluted by an industrial chemical spill. He spent 5 days working for NOLA Habitat for Humanity after Katrina, and funded the Jeff & Alicia Rasley Internship Program for the ACLU of Indiana.Jeff is the founder and president of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He has served as president and director of Indianapolis Scientech Club and secretary and director of the Scientech Foundation. The Club promotes scientific inquiry and learning and the foundation financially supports STEAM education in Indiana. Jeff has served or is serving as a director of many other nonprofit organizations, including the Indianapolis Peace & Justice Center, University of Chicago Alumni Club, Phi Beta Kappa of Indiana, and Earlham College. He is U.S. liaison for the Himalayan expedition company Adventure GeoTreks Ltd. He has taught courses on "culturally sensitive development" and philanthropy at Butler and Marian Universities and memoir writing at the Indiana Writing Center.Jeff's BA is from U of Chicago magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, All-Academic All-State Football, letter winner in swimming and football; JD Indiana University Law School cum laude, Moot Court, Indiana Law Review; MDiv Christian Theological Seminary magna cum laude, co-valedictorian and Faculty Award Scholar. He was admitted to the Indiana, US District, and US Supreme Court Bars.Jeff describes reading Marcel Proust's Remembrance of Things Past as excellent an adventure as climbing Himalayan peaks.Contact through: http://www.jeffreyrasley.com

Jeff Rasley is a writer, Himalayan expedition leader, lawyer, writing coach, community activist, and president of the Basa Village Foundation USA and of the Scientech Foundation of Indiana. He also serves on the board of the Indianapolis Peace and Justice Center. Jeff has authored over 90 feature articles in law, travel, spirituality, politics, and human interest in Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, and other periodicals. He is the author of 14 books, his latest: “Bringing Progress to Paradise: What I got from giving to a mountain village in Nepal”

How can you live a meaningful life?How do you balance living for today, planning for the future, and learning from the past? How do you become your highest and best self? In this episode of Superpowers of the Soul, Amorahki chats with Jeff Rasley about his latest book, 72 Wisdoms, a guidebook that covers 72 concerns all thinking people care about that is designed to enhance your spiritual, psychological, and philosophical health. Jeff is a lawyer, author, professor, activist, and president of the Basa Village Foundation as well as the Sci and Tech Foundation of Indiana. Each of the 72 wisdoms are quotes which introduce particular topics of concern that are relevant to each stage of life: giving birth to a baby, falling in love, and parenting, as well as grieving the loss of loved ones, and preparing for your own death. Prepare to be inspired as Jeff shares profound stories, personal experiences, humorous observations and probing questions that will deepen your understanding of how to live a meaningful life today!

Hello Backstory fans! In this episode we talk with author Jeff Rasley about his book “72 Wisdoms” Jeff is a previous guest, and has written an interesting book showcasing 72 different  quotes, or sayings, some which will be familiar, and others maybe lesser known. He discusses the origins of each, the people they are attributed to, and some of his interpretations and stories that stand out about each. Backstory Sessions even gets a mention in the book. It is a very interesting read. Jeff relays a few stories about what prompted him to write the book and a funny one involving the chapter with Backstory Sessions in it. All in all a great episode with lots of insight from a man who is well travelled, and has dug alittle deeper beyond the face of things in his quest for knowledge and understanding.

Love to #travel? You're in for a surprise! Jeff Rasley is an avid traveler. Experiences he has had while traveling had found their way inside books like 72 Wisdoms, You Have To Get Lost Before You Can Be Found, Island Adventures and Light In The Mountains. Jeff is candid, a great writer and communicator.  Catch Jeff Rasley on Off The Shelf this Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 11am/EST (New York City time). Off The Shelf #Books podcast host, Denise Turney, and Jeff Rasley will talk about his book 72 Wisdoms. They will also share some of Jeff's travel highlights like the time he stared eye-to-eye with a whale in the ocean and the time he got lost on a mountain, despite taking safety precautions. They will also share book marketing tips! Whether you love to travel and/or read good books, you're in for a treat! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490 See you Saturday, February 4, 2023 at 11am/EST! It's going to be fun!

Learning to create and live as a community is difficult when there is a history of oppression and disenfranchisement. Today Dr. Karen speaks with returning guest Jeff Rasley about the responsibility of the United States to Native American Nations. Listen to discover why community development may be more powerful than reparations and how local community … The post Righting Past Ills: A Conversation with Jeff Rasley About Reparations or Community Development (Episode # 401) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

Why do people follow dictators? What are the implications for business leaders? Guest Jeff Rasley, the author of fourteen books including “The 72 Wisdoms,” shares his insights and perspectives on how to use wisdom to interrupt the patterns of fascist leaders. Jeff is the President of Basa Village Foundation, Secretary of Scientech Foundation, board member … The post Why Do People Follow Dictators: A Conversation with Jeff Rasley (Episode # 398) first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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Jeff Rasley is the author of thirteen books; the most recent is A Pickleball SoapOpera: Love, Murder, and Pickleball. He has published numerous articles in academicand mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal,Family Law Review, The Journal of Communal Societies, and Friends Journal. He is anaward-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean andPacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as a featuredguest on over 100 radio and podcast programs.Rasley has engaged in social activism and philanthropic efforts from an early age.In high school he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. In law school he was anadvocate for renters' rights as the leader of the first rent strike in Indiana, and he served asa lobbyist and president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association. As an attorney for LegalServices organization he was lead counsel on two class action suits on behalf of prisonerswhich resulted in judgments requiring the construction of two new jails in CentralIndiana. Jeff founded free legal clinics at two inner-city churches. He was the leadplaintiff in a class action requiring the clean-up of the White River after it was pollutedby an industrial chemical spill. He spent five days working for NOLA Habitat forHumanity post Katrina. Jeff is the founder and former president of the Basa VillageFoundation USA, which raises money for culturally sensitive development work in theBasa area of Nepal. He also served a term as president of Scientech, which promotesscience education. Jeff is a director of five other nonprofit organizations. In December,2020 the Rasleys founded the Jeff and Alicia Rasley Internship Program for the ACLU ofIndiana.Jeff is a partner in the eBook publishing company Midsummer Books andprovides writer-coaching services. He is U.S. liaison for the Nepal-based Himalayanexpedition company, Adventure GeoTreks Ltd. He has taught classes for IUPUIContinuing Ed. Program, Indiana Writers Center, and Butler and Marian Universities.Jeff is a graduate of the University of Chicago, A.B. magna cum laude, Phi BetaKappa, All-Academic All-State Football Team and letter winner in swimming andfootball; Indiana University School of Law, J.D. cum laude, Moot Court and Indiana LawReview; Christian Theological Seminary, M.Div. magna cum laude, co-valedictorian andFaculty Award Scholar. He has been admitted to the Indiana, U.S. District Court, andU.S. Supreme Court Bars.For chairing the Indiana-Tennessee Civic Memorial Commission Rasley and theCommission received Proclamations of Salutation from the Governors of Indiana, Ohio,Tennessee and Pennsylvania and he was made an honorary Lieutenant Colonel Aide-de-Camp of the Alabama State Militia, a Kentucky Colonel and honorary Citizen ofTennessee. He was given a Key to the City of Indianapolis for serving as an intern toMayor Hudnut and preparing a report on the safety conditions of all Indy Parks. Rasleyhas received the Man of the Year award from the Arthur Jordan YMCA and the AlumniService Award from the University of Chicago.Jeff is an avid outdoorsman and recreational athlete. He leads trekking-mountaineering expeditions in Nepal and has solo-kayaked around several Pacific islandgroups. He also loves to read and considers completing Marcel Proust's 3600 pageRemembrance of Things Past as great an adventure as climbing Himalayan peaks andsolo-kayaking Pacific islands.He is married to Alicia Rasley, an English professor and the author of historicalromances and writing craft books. Alicia is a RITA Award winner and her novel TheYear She Fell" was an Amazon-Kindle best-seller. Son James is an officer in theNational Guard, and Andrew is a tech supervisor with a film and TV production companyin LA.You can contact Jeff here:jrasley@juno.comwww.jeffreyrasley.comLike and subscribe and follow me on instagram @wakeupwithkcWebsite: https://www.wakeupwithkc.com/https://calendly.com/wakeupwithkcMakeup provide by: https://farmasius.com/kcgingerJewelry provided by: Pretty Bling Boutiquehttps://www.facebook.com/prettyblingboutique/Logo created by: Eden Fritz AguiarProducer & Marketing Dir, Clovercrest MediaOpener created by: Zachary LaPlantCMG | Social Media Manager| Chief Video Editor Just The Way It IsAdrian WaltherSX7PA8K4SYANWVLZ

Join us as Miss Liz brings back Jeff Rasley to give you an in-house update on his new book. Jeff was a guest back in May of this year. 72 Wisdoms is a book of 72 short personal essays based on "wisdom quotes" from sources as diverse as Old Testament proverbs, memorable lines from pop culture, ancient Greek and Buddhist aphorisms, a Beatles song, neuroscience, sports cliches, astrophysics, classic movies, and Quaker values. The topics range from sports, politics, current events, legal issues, philanthropy in Nepal, mountaineering, ordinary concerns of daily life, and the deepest philosophical questions. The people quoted are also a diverse lot, including, for example, Jesus, Muhammad Ali, the Dalai Lama, Betty White, Einstein, Dr. Seuss, Stephen Hawking, Nikola Jokic, and Lucille Ball. Further details are at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BJYGHZCM --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/misslizsteatimes/message

What is the unifying power of values? What is the power of a life guided by positive values over programmed beliefs, and what impact can that power have on our shared world? In this episode of Superpowers of the Soul, Amorahki chats with Jeff Rasley about this power as its evidence in the world via his work with the Basa Village Foundation. Jeff, a lawyer, author, professor, and activist, is president of the Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. They exchanged ideas on the philosophy of living a value-based life and being of service to the world as the precursors to becoming a better person. Prepare to be inspired by what can happen when we bravely choose to go beyond belief into a values-based way of living and decision-making. Tune in to know more about the unifying power of values.

Come take the hero's journey with Jeff Rasley! The adventure starts on Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 11am/EST (New York City time). It's going to be fun, educational, informational and entertaining! Jeff Rasley is the author of several books, including A Pickleball Soap Opera, America's Existential Crisis: Our Inherited Obligation to Native Nations,You Have To Get Lost Before You Can Be Found, Polarized, Hero's Journey, Island Adventures, Bringing Progress to Paradise and False Prophet.  Off The Shelf #Books #Podcast host, author Densie Turney, and Jeff Rasley will talk about a variety of important real-life topics such as the 1830 Indian Removal Act, the Trail of Death and the massacre of Wounded Knee, topics Jeff courageously discusses in a book. They will also explore whether you really do need to get lost before you can be found.  The makings of a good story, how to market books, connect with the right book readers and sell more books are other topics that Jeff and Denise are set to touch upon. Tune in Saturday, July 23, 2022 at 11am/EST (New York City time).  Tell book lovers everywhere to tune in! You'll want to catch this show! Listener dial-in number: (347) 994-3490

Jeff Rasley is a former attorney who is both an author and a public speaker. And Jeff could also be a poster child for Rebirth. He built a successful career in law and business and was a millionaire by the time he was 40. Life was great, and the sports car and Harley were fun. But in his mid-40's, Jeff began to manifest mid-life symptoms. He seemed to need something beyond family, life, career, and financial good fortune. His wife's answer to “Is that all there is?” was to suggest that Jeff go trekking in the Himalayas and reconnect with his adventurous and more spiritual side that he had lost in the pursuit of success. That trek transformed Jeff's life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/griefandrebirth/support

Jeff Rasley is a former attorney who is both an author and a public speaker. And Jeff could also be a poster child for Rebirth. He built a successful career in law and business and was a millionaire by the time he was 40. Life was great, and the sports car and Harley were fun. But in his mid-40's, Jeff began to manifest mid-life symptoms. He seemed to need something beyond family, life, career, and financial good fortune. His wife's answer to “Is that all there is?” was to suggest that Jeff go trekking in the Himalayas and reconnect with his adventurous and more spiritual side that he had lost in the pursuit of success. That trek transformed Jeff's life. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/griefandrebirth/support

Teatime with Miss Liz joining me for tea is Jeff Rasley an Author sharing on self-awareness journey in life. Is there more than this? May 12th, 3 PM EST Jeff Rasley is the author of thirteen books; the most recent is A Pickleball Soap Opera: Love, Murder, and Pickleball. He has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, The Journal of Communal Societies, and Friends Journal. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as a featured guest on over 100 radio and podcast programs. Rasley has engaged in social activism and philanthropic efforts from an early age. In high school, he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. In law school, he was an advocate for renters' rights as the leader of the first rent strike in Indiana, and he served as a lobbyist and president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association. As an attorney for the Legal Services organization, he was lead counsel on two class-action suits on behalf of prisoners which resulted in judgments requiring the construction of two new jails in Central Indiana. Jeff founded free legal clinics at two inner-city churches. He was the lead plaintiff in a class action requiring the clean-up of the White River after it was polluted by an industrial chemical spill. He spent five days working for NOLA Habitat for Humanity post-Katrina. Jeff is the founder and former president of the Basa Village Foundation USA, which raises money for culturally sensitive development work in the Basa area of Nepal. He also served a term as president of Scientech, which promotes science education. Jeff is a director of five other nonprofit organizations. In December 2020 the Rasleys founded the Jeff and Alicia Rasley Internship Program for the ACLU of Indiana. Jeff is a partner in the eBook publishing company Midsummer Books and provides writer-coaching services. He is a U.S. liaison for the Nepal-based Himalayan expedition company, Adventure GeoTreks Ltd. He has taught classes for IUPUI Continuing Ed. The program, Indiana Writers Center, and Butler and Marian Universities. Jeff is a graduate of the University of Chicago, A.B. magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, All-Academic All-State Football Team, and letter winner in swimming and football; Indiana University School of Law, J.D. cum laude, Moot Court and Indiana Law Review; Christian Theological Seminary, M.Div. magna cum laude, co-valedictorian and Faculty Award Scholar. He has been admitted to the Indiana, U.S. District Court, and U.S. Supreme Court Bars. For chairing the Indiana-Tennessee Civic Memorial Commission Rasley and the Commission received Proclamations of Salutation from the Governors of Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee, and Pennsylvania and he was made an honorary Lieutenant Colonel Aide-de-Camp of the Alabama State Militia, a Kentucky Colonel, and honorary Citizen of Tennessee. www.jeffreyrasley.com Amazon Author page: http://www.amazon.com/Jeff-Rasley/e/B004Q3D6B2 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/misslizsteatimes/message

Our special guest today is Jeff Rasley, a lawyer-turned-philanthropist and author. Jeff founded The Basa Village Foundation, a non-profit organization that helps marginalized communities in Nepal. The books the Jeff wrote, Bringing Progress to Paradise (2010) and You Have to Get Lost Before You Can Be Found (2020) describe his journey from simply an adventurer to becoming a philanthropist. Jeff coined the term “philanthro-trekking” to describe what he has been doing. Before establishing The Basa Village, Jeff has been a lawyer for 30 years. However, in his 40s, despite being financially independent and having a successful law firm, Jeff encountered midlife crisis, leading him to mountaineering. Jeff found mountaineering to be therapeutic, and it became perfect chance to channel his adventurous side, which has been ignored due to busy and fast-paced life. But being in the mountains and meeting the communities, Jeff fell in love with what should've been a hobby. Through mountaineering, Jeff found a new purpose in life: to do philanthropic work over Nepal, which he discovered to be a country in need of help and support. Luckily, Jeff was able to find other climbers and trekkers who share the same purpose. Together, they founded The Basa Village Foundation. Since then, they have been doing several projects. They had been providing clothing, books, and other needs for children. They also plan on reaching communities with no electricity, water, and medical clinics. All their staff are unpaid, and their efforts are completely voluntary. Jeff also mentioned the part of his philanthropic work that he least like, which was fundraising. But he ends up doing it anyway, as the donated money can get a really long way—five thousand dollars are enough to give a village two more teachers, two more classrooms, which means two more groups of students can learn. Today's Guest Jeff Rasley is the author of eleven books; the most recent is America's Existential Crisis: Our Inherited Obligation to Native Nations. He has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, The Journal of Communal Societies, and Friends Journal. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as a featured guest on over 100 radio and podcast programs. Jeff founded The Basa Village Foundation USA and has been doing philanthropic works in Nepal since then. Jeff's wrote two books about his philanthropy and mountaineering journey Bringing Progress to Paradise (2010) and You Have to Get Lost Before You Can Be Found (2020). JeffRasley.Com Twitter: @jeffrasley LinkedIn: Jeff Rasley Goodreads Basa Foundation You'll Learn: Finding your passion in doing what you love “Philanthro-trekking”

Jeff Rasley is the author of thirteen books; the most recent is America's Existential Crisis: Our Inherited Obligation to Native Nations.  He has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, The Journal of Communal Societies, and Friends Journal.  Rasley has engaged in social activism and philanthropic efforts from an early age.  In high school, he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. In law school, he was an advocate for renters' rights as the leader of the first rent strike in Indiana, and he served as a lobbyist and president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association. As an attorney for the Legal Services organization, he was lead counsel on two class-action suits on behalf of prisoners which resulted in judgments requiring the construction of two new jails in Central Indiana. Jeff founded free legal clinics at two inner-city churches. He was the lead plaintiff in a class action requiring the clean-up of the White River after it was polluted by an industrial chemical spill. He spent five days working for NOLA Habitat for Humanity post Katrina. 

In this episode we chat with author Jeff Rasley about his newest book, "A Pickleball Soap Opera: Love, Murder, and Pickleball", which is his 13th book. As you may recall, Jeff is a previous guest on the podcast from way back in season 1 or 2 where we talked with him about his many travel experiences. Jeff talks about a variety of topics including the origins of Pickleball, his inspiration for writing this book, his experiences as a pickleball player, and many other things related to his writing process, publishing company, future projects and the like. It is always a pleasure to talk to such a creative and knowledgeable person as Jeff, and we think you will find this an interesting episode, which we think you will enjoy. Rather than putting Jeff's very lengthy Bio here, we invite you the head over to his website at ​www.jeffreyrasley.com to find out more about him. 

We LOVE having guests return to the Lounge, and this week we have a delightful return! Author and adventurer, Jeff Rasely comes back to hang out with the guys!Jeff hung out in May of 2021, and told great stories of his time in the Himalayas in Nepal and the Basa Village Foundation that he helped form, along with his time swimming with a whale! It was a great time, then, and this time it did NOT disappoint!Shortly after his last visit, Jeff started writing a new book. He finished it and published it, and wanted to come back and talk about the release of "A Pickleball Soap Opera: Love, Murder, and Pickleball," available exclusively on Amazon! We think Jeff used that as a reason to come hang out and talk with the guys again! Where did he get the information to incorporate into his book? Did he have "experts" to help him get things right? His answer MIGHT surprise you!They talk about the premise of his new book, but also talk about his time as a lawyer and defending people who he thought might be or he knew were guilty, having a very special editor, and being told by his mom that part of the new book, "was tough to read."The conversation moved to whether he was a fan of sports and the topic of hockey was brought up. The four talked extensively about growing up and watching the Fort Wayne Komets (IHL, ECHL), and the Indianapolis Ice (IHL, ECHL). An invitation was extended to the guys, and they JUST might take Jeff up on it SOON!The conversation was light, fun, entertaining, and just plain awesome! He has a standing invitation to come back any time, and hang out with the guys! SO, sit back, relax, and enjoy our second visit with Jeff Rasley!#grabalistenProud Member of OddPods Media NetworkPromos: BFYTW & Married with TelevisionGet "A Pickleball Soap Opera: Love, Murder, and Pickleball," on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Pickleball-Soap-Opera-Love-Murder-ebook/dp/B09MV114XW

One thing I never thought I would talk about on a Pickleball podcast is murder. But Jeff Rasley author of the novel A Pickleball Soap Opera: Love, Murder, and Pickleball is my guest today.  There is a lot of intrigue both in the interview and novel so let's hear from Jeff. 

Jeff is back. He joined the book club in May 1 2021 and been working on his next masterpiece. Today he discusses his twelfth book America's Existential Crisis: Our Inherited Obligation to Native Nations. You can find all of Jeff's books on Amazon and other online ebook retailers. Jeff's family owns a small publishing company - Midsummer Publishing You can connect with Jeff at http://www.jeffreyrasley.com Amazon Author page: https://www.amazon.com/Jeff-Rasley/e/B004Q3D6B2?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000 More about Jeff Jeff Rasley lives on the White River in Indianapolis with Alicia and Bandit. His first published writing was melancholic-adolescent poetry in the Hanover College Fine Arts Journal. Over 80 feature articles in law, travel, spirituality, politics, and human interest followed in Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, and other periodicals. Jeff is the author of eleven books Jeff dropped out of college, saved money from factory work, then hitchhiked across the USA. Money earned on a road crew financed travels in Europe and motorcycling from Indiana to Mexico City. Marriage and kids lessened travel time, but he leads Himalayan treks and mountaineering expeditions, has scuba dived throughout the Caribbean, and sea-kayaked in Palau, Tonga, and the Greek Isles. Jeff's commitment to social activism and philanthropy began in high school when he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. In law school he fought for renters' rights and organized the first rent strike in Indiana as president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association. As a young lawyer Jeff founded free legal clinics at two inner-city churches in Indianapolis. He was lead counsel on class action suits for prisoners which resulted in the construction of two new jails in Central Indiana. Jeff was plaintiff in a class action requiring clean-up of the White River after it was polluted by an industrial chemical spill. He spent 5 days working for NOLA Habitat for Humanity after Katrina, and funded the Jeff & Alicia Rasley Internship Program for the ACLU of Indiana. Jeff is the founder of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He has served as president and director of Indianapolis Scientech Club and its foundation, which promotes scientific inquiry and learning. Jeff is a director of six nonprofits, including the Indianapolis Peace & Justice Center, University of Chicago Alumni Club, and Phi Beta Kappa of Indiana. He is U.S. liaison for the Himalayan expedition company Adventure GeoTreks Ltd. He has taught courses on "culturally sensitive development" and philanthropy at Butler and Marian Universities and memoir writing at the Indiana Writing Center. Jeff's BA is from U of Chicago magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, All-Academic All-State Football, letter winner in swimming and football; JD Indiana University Law School cum laude, Moot Court, Indiana Law Review; MDiv Christian Theological Seminary magna cum laude, co-valedictorian and Faculty Award Scholar. He has been admitted to the Indiana, US District, and US Supreme Court Bars. Jeff describes reading Marcel Proust's Remembrance of Things Past as great an adventure as climbing Himalayan peaks. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bright-headed-publishing/message

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Jeff Rasley lives on the White River in Indianapolis with Alicia and Bandit. His first published writing was melancholic-adolescent poetry in the Hanover College Fine Arts Journal. Over 80 feature articles on law, travel, spirituality, politics, and human interest followed in Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, and other periodicals. Jeff is the author of eleven books. Jeff dropped out of college, saved money from factory work, then hitch-hiked across the USA. Money earned on a road crew financed travels in Europe and motorcycling from Indiana to Mexico City. Marriage and kids lessened travel time, but he leads Himalayan treks and mountaineering expeditions, has scuba dived throughout the Caribbean, and sea-kayaked in Palau, Tonga, and the Greek Isles. Jeff's commitment to social activism and philanthropy began in high school when he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. In law school he fought for renters' rights and organized the first rent strike in Indiana as president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association. As a young lawyer Jeff founded free legal clinics at two inner-city churches in Indianapolis. He was lead counsel on class action suits for prisoners which resulted in the construction of two new jails in Central Indiana. Jeff was the lead plaintiff in a class action requiring clean-up of the White River after it was polluted by an industrial chemical spill. He spent 5 days working for NOLA Habitat for Humanity after Katrina, and funded the Jeff & Alicia Rasley Internship Program for the ACLU of Indiana. Jeff is the founder of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He has served as president and director of Indianapolis Scientech Club and its foundation, which promotes scientific inquiry and learning. Jeff is a director of six nonprofits, including the Indianapolis Peace & Justice Center, University of Chicago Alumni Club, and Phi Beta Kappa of Indiana. He is U.S. liaison for the Himalayan expedition company Adventure GeoTreks Ltd. He has taught courses on "culturally sensitive development" and philanthropy at Butler and Marian Universities and memoir writing at the Indiana Writing Center. Jeff's BA is from U of Chicago magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, All-Academic All-State Football, letter winner in swimming and football; JD Indiana University Law School cum laude, Moot Court, Indiana Law Review; MDiv Christian Theological Seminary magna cum laude, co-valedictorian and Faculty Award Scholar. He has been admitted to the Indiana, US District, and US Supreme Court Bars. Jeff describes reading Marcel Proust's Remembrance of Things Past as great an adventure as climbing Himalayan peaks. Contact through: http://www.jeffreyrasley.com

Jeff Rasley is the author of eleven books; the most recent is America's Existential Crisis: Our Inherited Obligation to Native Nations. On this Episode #10, Jeff is talking about his story of finding fulfillment in his very unique philanthro-trecks as a solution to his mid-life crisis. And I believe most people with high ambition can relate with his inspiring story. Jeff  has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, The Journal of Communal Societies, and Friends Journal.Jeff is the founder and former president of the Basa Village Foundation USA, which raises money for culturally sensitive development work in the Basa area of Nepal. He also served a term as president of Scientech, which promotes science education. Jeff is a director of five other nonprofit organizations. CONNECT WITH JEFF RASLEYWebsite:  http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/Amazon Author page: http://www.amazon.com/Jeff-Rasley/e/B004Q3D6B2Personal Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/jrasleyFacebook publisher site: https://www.facebook.com/JeffRasleyAndMidsummerBooks/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffrasleyLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-rasley/Goodreads page: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4114763.Jeffrey_RasleyPinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/pinner362436/Midsummer Books link:http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/midsummer%20books.htmBasa Foundation link on his website: http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Please feel free to reach out to us for any questions, and career support.support@authorhina.comLINKS MENTIONED IN THE EPISODESecrets of the 6 Figure Employee with Zero StressDouble Your Salary Set Point - A 7 Day Action PlanBook with us a FREE CAREER STRATEGY CALL Want us to write an Interesting Resume that gets you lots of interviews?https://authorhina.com/resume-writingCONNECT WITH HINAFacebook Top Software Engineers from Eastern Europe | IT Staff Augmentation | Money Back GuarantyBoost your tech team with top IT talent, risk-free hiring, 10% off with code ECHO PODCAST.Authorhina - Career Guidance Check out how that worksDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

“When getting involved in charitable work, find something that you enjoy doing that is helpful to the community.” Jeff Rasley  The one-on-one experiences between people is what builds strong communities. At its core, community is anchored in the belief that people are part of something bigger than themselves, and that they have a right and duty to participate in its progress. His whole life, Jeff Rasley has been part of multiple communities and believes that it is all about experiencing life together by being present and contributing positively. Jeff Rasley's commitment to social activism began in high school when he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. In law school he fought for renters' rights and organized the first rent strike in Indiana as president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association. As a young lawyer Jeff founded free legal clinics at two inner-city churches in Indianapolis. He was lead counsel on class action suits for prisoners which resulted in the construction of two new jails in Central Indiana. He spent five days working for NOLA Habitat for Humanity post Katrina. Jeff was plaintiff in a class action requiring clean-up of the White River after it was polluted by an industrial chemical spill. The Jeff and Alicia Rasley Internship Program was created by the Rasleys for the ACLU of Indiana in December, 2020. Jeff is the founder of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He served a term as president of Indianapolis Scientech, which promotes scientific inquiry and learning. Jeff is a director of six non-profits, including the Indianapolis Peace & Justice Center, University of Chicago Alumni Club, and Phi Beta Kappa of Indiana. He is U.S. liaison for the Himalayan expedition company Adventure GeoTreks Ltd. He has taught courses on "culturally sensitive development" and philanthropy at Butler and Marian Universities and memoir writing at the Indiana Writing Center Jeff's BA is from University of Chicago magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, All-Academic All-State Football, letter winner in swimming and football; JD Indiana University Law School cum laude, Moot Court, Indiana Law Review; MDiv Christian Theological Seminary magna cum laude, covaledictorian and Faculty Award Scholar. He has been admitted to the Indiana, US District, and US Supreme Court Bars.  Jeff has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, The Journal of Communal Societies, and Friends Journal. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and on Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as a featured guest on over 100 radio and podcast programs. In today's episode, our guest will talk about building and upholding cohesive communities. He will give us an account of his experience travelling to Basa village in Nepal and his interest in culturally sensitive developments. Listen in! Social media handles: Website: http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/ Amazon Author page: http://www.amazon.com/Jeff-Rasley/e/B004Q3D6B2 Personal Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/jrasley Facebook publisher site: https://www.facebook.com/JeffRasleyAndMidsummerBooks/   Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffrasley   Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-rasley/   Goodreads page: https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/4114763.Jeffrey_Rasley   Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/pinner362436/ Midsummer Books link: http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/midsummer%20books.htm   Basa Foundation link on my website: http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/Basa%20Projects.htm I grew up in a town Goshen, Indiana that my ancestors were early settlers so I felt so rooted in that community. [4:00] Because I felt so rooted in that community, it was deeply a part of me and from a really age felt involved in it. [4:27] Community goes two ways where if you feel embedded in a community, you want to get back to it but you also have certain expectations of it. [5:04] One of the aspects of our modern culture is that people don't stay in their home communities. [6:12] One of the beautiful things I experienced in Basa Village is the fact that the villagers were so rooted in their community. [6:43] For the west, we have to be very conscientious about developing and supporting community, because we don't have that organic embeddedness that the traditional communities have. [7:48] Community leadership is so important when deciding about what is right for your community. [8:49] When you have an established culture, it is risky to start changing really fundamental experiences for people in the community and especially for children. [9:55] Learning how in the 21st century, there are still these communities which are so well integrated and the people looking out for each other was amazing. [12:37] Commercial break. [18:23] What really works, for almost anybody in terms of getting involved in charitable work is to find something that you enjoy doing that is helpful to the community. [21:19] I had fallen in love with trekking and mountaineering in the Himalayas and so I combined going over there on a track or an expedition with doing some philanthropic project [21:53] Each time I went back, I just tried to do something a little bigger and then I went from things to money to developing a foundation. [21:18] It may take some introspection but anybody who wants to give back can figure out something that they enjoy. [22:47] Hearing stories from from my great grandmother about what Goshen was like when she was young, it was very similar to the way people live in Basa today. [26:45] There are real risks for Basa in the sense that a road has come to the village, the internet and cell phones have come and this worries the village elders. [27:37] The kids are now being exposed to a world that is very different from what they have known for hundreds of years. [28:11] This exposure can lead to a lot of them being attracted to leave the village and for those that will stay, they will want to change the village in ways that were unforeseen. [28:20] The fundamental values of the villagers, including the kids have not changed and part of that is because they have such a strong tradition on environmental responsibility and a sense of community. [28:41] I hope it stays, because not only is it a wonderful thing, but also in terms of happiness, the villagers have a very high happiness quotient. [30:10] Find something that moves you and one that you enjoy, but will move you to be involved with your community in a productive giving way and it will give back to you. [32:11] …………………..….. 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There are many mountains in life, both literally and figuratively. One such mountain that can seem insurmountable is the march of modernization, especially in remote areas such as the Basa village in Nepal. Mitch Russo is joined by the organizer of the Basa Village Foundation, author and mountaineer Jeff Rasley. Jeff talks about his love affair with the Himalayas and mountaineering, and shares how he came to learn about the village of Basa. He also shares his experiences with the creation of the Basa Village Foundation and what lessons he learned in helping the people of this tiny village reach for the modern world with their own hands. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share!Here's How »Join The Tribe Builders Community today:mitchrusso.comMitch Russo LinkedIn

Jeff Rasley, a committed philanthropist and social activist, joins T. J. O'Hara, host of Deconstructed, to discuss his new book, America's Existential Crisis: Our Inherited Obligation to Native Nations. Mr. Rasley, the author of 11 books, describes how he was drawn to examine the plight of Native Americans through two unique family ties as well as a visit to the Black Hills. Mr. Rasley's ancestry includes a relative who was in command of K Troop for the 7th Cavalry the day it participated in the Battle of Wounded Knee – one of the largest massacres in our Nation's military history. Meanwhile, his great, great-grandfather was establishing a warm relationship with the Potawatomi tribe, who presented him with a beautiful, beaded vest in gratitude for his helping them survive a particularly harsh winter. This paradox led Mr. Rasley to explore the challenges Native Americans have experienced since that time. He even visited the Black Hills and Wounded Knee to gain a personal perspective, and what he saw was alarming. What makes his book (and this interview) special is that Mr. Rasley doesn't just summarize what Native Americans have suffered, he offers solutions. He believes empathy isn't enough and that a better approach might be “gratitude tinged with regret” to acknowledge and address how we all have benefitted at the expense of Native Americans. Mr. Rasley discusses the concept of unjust enrichment as a basis for asserting a claim and how U.S. Courts have supported the enforceability of treaties that have been broken in the past. He also describes an approach to resolve past wrongs through principles of cultural sensitivity that he developed to help the residents of Basa (a remote village in Nepal) solve critical infrastructure issues that government efforts had failed to improve. He knows that the past cannot be changed, but he offers hope to improve the future. While Mr. Rasley recommends the formation of a Victims' Compensation Fund of some kind, he falls short of fully endorsing reparations. T. J. concludes the interview by reviewing elements of the Native American story that might stand in the way of a reparations argument while joining Mr. Rasley in his hope that we find a way to treat Native Americans with respect and ensure that they are provided with the equal opportunities they have been denied in the past. Many minorities have suffered inequities in the past. Native Americans may very well be at the top of that list. Listen to the interview to learn more.

Jeff Rasley is the author of ten books and has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, American Athenaeum, Pacific Magazine, and Real Travel Adventures International Magazine. Jeff is a graduate of the University of Chicago, A.B. magna cum laude and graduate of Indiana University School of Law, J.D. cum laude. He has been admitted to the Indiana, U.S. District Court, and U.S. Supreme Court Bars. He is also the author of Polarized! The Case for Civility in the Time of Trump: An Experiment in Civil Discourse on Facebook. Topics:·         Polarization in the nation·         Civil discourse on Facebook·         The dangers of extremism Philip Sharp's Essay Segment:·         Polarization as a part of the nation·         The Willful deviance from liberty·         What a real insurrection will look like 

“Every time you encounter a different culture a different environment you expand as a human being.” ~ Jeff Rasley Many of us have different experiences with travel but how many of us have had travel open up a new world, a new you that you never thought existed. In his travel escapades Jeff Rasley encountered a new culture that led him start up a foundation for a community which he encountered whilst travelling. In this episode we get to vicariously live through his experience and learn how travel can open up avenues you never thought existed. Jeff Rasley is the founder of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He is the co-founder of the Jeff and Alicia Rasley Internship Program for the ACLU of Indiana. Jeff Rasley is the author of eleven books; the most recent is Anarchist, Republican... Assassin, a political novel. The tenth was You Have to Get Lost Before You Can Be Found, a memoir about 25 years of adventures and development work in the Himalayas. He has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, The Journal of Communal Societies, Quest Magazine, and Friends Journal. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as a featured guest on over 100 radio and podcast programs. Website: https://www.Jeffrasley.com  I found love with the Himalayan mountains, the nature, the people and the culture of the people that live up in the high mountains. [04:49] If you have a well round organization and dependable people you can take time off. [06:39] I think an organization will run so much better if people feel when they hit a burn out stage and need a time out then can take time to go recharge their batteries.  [10:10] What possessed you to start your foundation and what kind of things do you try to achieve with your foundation that are allowing you to feel like you are giving back. [11:40] Culturally sensitive development. [17:40] It was an illustration of how you can maintain a traditional culture but also have the advantages that modern medicine and technology can do for you. [19:34] Every project would be requested by the village itself. None of the projects were our ideas, they were ideas of the villagers. [20:48] All of the construction work the villagers did themselves and we do not pay them for that. Then they own it. [21:16] We didn't want to create a culture of dependency where we just give them stuff and then it's like they aren't really invested in it. [21:38] Commercial  &Marketing U. [21:55] To me it's a form of meditation, putting one foot in front of the other, your focus becomes where you place your feet, stopping now and then to take in the surrounding nature. [27:18] Do you a moment where you feel guilty for someone else carrying your luggage and stuff up the mountains? [28:40] Your guilt ends when you do what a lot of us like to do which is try to lift the bag. [28:46] They are the strongest people in the world and to them it's like a job. [29:22] Take time every year, life is short and travel. [31:05] Every time you encounter a different culture a different environment you expand as a human being. [31:23]  …………………………………………… Thank you to our June Sponsor: &Marketing U Solopreneurs and small businesses often struggle to create effective digital marketing programs. It's hard to know where to start, what to prioritize, how to sift through confusing information and solutions that seem too good to be true. Agencies and full-time marketing employees are expensive! &Marketing U is a modern marketing course with all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your business without that extra set of hands or high overhead costs. You will learn exactly what you need to do to execute a concrete marketing strategy by dedicating just 2-4 hours per week. &Marketing U will help you execute: Strategy, Messaging, Content Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Paid Digital Advertising, and more. You'll have access to on-demand resources, live courses, group coaching sessions, community forums and networking, plus the exact templates and tools you need for success. Our CPO took this course and one of the biggest benefits we gained was developing a competitive strategy that aligned our social media playbook and website to generate highly qualified leads. For all the tools, education, and accountability you need to grow your small business at a fraction of the cost of hiring a traditional agency or additional employees, go to:  www.and-marketing.com/u, and use the code SHOCK to receive 10% off any program  

This week is YET ANOTHER great conversation that could've gone on for hours! Jeff Rasley (pronounced RACE-lee), came into the Lounge and just dropped SO MANY stories onto the guys! Author of, "You Have to Get Lost Before You Can Be Found: A Memoir of Suffering, Grit, and Love of the Himalayas and Basa Village," Jeff is LOADED to the gills with things to talk about!Jeff, once the head of a small law firm, decided he was going to quit practicing and start a not-for-profit organization to help a tribe in the Himalayas! After visiting a few different times, Jeff fell in love with the area and decided that he would use his know-how to raise money to allow the Basa Village people to build necessities for life! He tells great stories of he came about to doing this, along with great stories that made him fall for the village and make helping them his life work!The guys bring up some of his other books, including the fictional story about the 1969 University of Chicago football team, and how they were going through so much more than just playing a football season! Jeff also pulls some off HIS OWN experience of being a member of the UC football team!Little Matt brings up another of Jeff's books that recalls the stories of close encounters with VERY LARGE sea mammals! BOTH stories are incredible! There is so much more, but it would take FOREVER for you to read it, so the guys suggest sitting back, relaxing, and go #grabalisten!Check out all of Jeff's books at https://www.amazon.com/Jeff-Rasley/e/B004Q3D6B2?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_9&qid=1621304903&sr=8-9ALSO, go to http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/ to see what all Jeff is up to!

Meet Author Jeff Rasley. Join us as Author Jeff Rasley discusses his eleventh book Anarchist, Republican... Assassin: a political novel. You can find all of Jeff's books on Amazon and other online ebook retailers. Jeff's family owns a small publishing company - Midsomer Publishing. You can connect with Jeff at http://www.jeffreyrasley.com Amazon Author page: https://www.amazon.com/Jeff-Rasley/e/B004Q3D6B2?ref_=dbs_p_pbk_r00_abau_000000 More about Jeff Jeff Rasley lives on the White River in Indianapolis with Alicia and Bandit. His first published writing was melancholic-adolescent poetry in the Hanover College Fine Arts Journal. Over 80 feature articles in law, travel, spirituality, politics, and human interest followed in Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, and other periodicals. Jeff is the author of eleven books Jeff dropped out of college, saved money from factory work, then hitchhiked across the USA. Money earned on a road crew financed travels in Europe and motorcycling from Indiana to Mexico City. Marriage and kids lessened travel time, but he leads Himalayan treks and mountaineering expeditions, has scuba dived throughout the Caribbean, and sea-kayaked in Palau, Tonga, and the Greek Isles. Jeff's commitment to social activism and philanthropy began in high school when he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. In law school he fought for renters' rights and organized the first rent strike in Indiana as president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association. As a young lawyer Jeff founded free legal clinics at two inner-city churches in Indianapolis. He was lead counsel on class action suits for prisoners which resulted in the construction of two new jails in Central Indiana. Jeff was plaintiff in a class action requiring clean-up of the White River after it was polluted by an industrial chemical spill. He spent 5 days working for NOLA Habitat for Humanity after Katrina, and funded the Jeff & Alicia Rasley Internship Program for the ACLU of Indiana. Jeff is the founder of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He has served as president and director of Indianapolis Scientech Club and its foundation, which promotes scientific inquiry and learning. Jeff is a director of six nonprofits, including the Indianapolis Peace & Justice Center, University of Chicago Alumni Club, and Phi Beta Kappa of Indiana. He is U.S. liaison for the Himalayan expedition company Adventure GeoTreks Ltd. He has taught courses on "culturally sensitive development" and philanthropy at Butler and Marian Universities and memoir writing at the Indiana Writing Center. Jeff's BA is from U of Chicago magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, All-Academic All-State Football, letter winner in swimming and football; JD Indiana University Law School cum laude, Moot Court, Indiana Law Review; MDiv Christian Theological Seminary magna cum laude, co-valedictorian and Faculty Award Scholar. He has been admitted to the Indiana, US District, and US Supreme Court Bars. Jeff describes reading Marcel Proust's Remembrance of Things Past as great an adventure as climbing Himalayan peaks. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/bright-headed-publishing/message

Jeff is basically Indiana Jones with out the whip. That we know of. He has lead a fascinating life including treks to Nepal through the Himalayas, a successful law practice, professorships, multiple non Profits, and a not so successful football career at University of Chicago. Only if you count wins and losses though. Find Jeff's book about his time of “the worst team in college ball” and all of the peripherals that came with it.

Today we discuss weeding your garden, outrunning avalanches, and finding more meaning in your life, oh and did I mention outrunning avalanches? Welcome back to the 87th episode of the Hard Thing Podcast. Today I share my conversation with author, lawyer, & trekker Jeff Rasley. You can reach out to Jeff at http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/ (jeffreyrasley.com) where you can find his books and other articles. One thing I liked about today's conversation with Jeff is how he mentioned the three hardest things of his life instead of 1. He said Actualizing himself as a human being Revitalizing his life Outrunning an avalanche. As part of our conversation, we talked about how Jeff had a seemingly perfect life with a successful career, a happy family, tennis pursuits, and even many activities with his children. Yet he felt unfulfilled. It took his wife handing him a pamphlet of an expedition to the Himalayas and traveling across the world in order for Jeff to realize that he needed to scale back parts of his life and only focus on what's most important. He realized that he needed to make his life a masterpiece and doing very specific things intentionally. Because of this, he started reinterpreting his life. Overall, it was a great conversation filled with insight. Jeff also gave us some action items to make sure we take the insights of today's show and put them into practice: Weed the garden. Find what doesn't fit in your life and weed it out. Thanks for listening to the show. Make sure you subscribe so you never miss an episode. Support the Show: Our show is now on https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCAkTGf_Ti9ixpgUtZZ_4X8A (Youtube)! Check it out. Also If you want some accountability, join The Forge. Join us and our community to get special access to bonus content, as well as having a supportive community that will push you and hold you accountable. Join The Forge at theforge.mn.co.  Patreon donation link:  https://www.patreon.com/thehardthingpodcast (https://www.patreon.com/thehardthingpodcast) Help us raise $1,000 for the non-profit O.U.R. by going to https://www.gofundme.com/f/overcoming-average (https://www.gofundme.com/f/overcoming-average)  One Mission Nutrition (10% Discount): http://allegiance.1missionnutrition.com/thehardthingpodcast (http://allegiance.1missionnutrition.com/thehardthingpodcast) Audible (Free Audiobook): audibletrial.com/thehardthingpodcast  Share the podcast with one person who could really use it.  Leave a rating and a review. Subscribe to the podcast so you don't miss any episodes. We are on Google Play, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify.  Buy one of our Shirts or Hoodies https://thehardthingpodcast.com/shop/ (https://thehardthingpodcast.com/shop/) Get yourself a Fittrack http://getfittrack.com?aff=728 (http://getfittrack.com?aff=728) Again thanks so much for listening, and stay tuned to next week. Keep doing Hard Things, and Keep Overcoming Average. This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: Podcorn - https://podcorn.com/privacy

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Ready to unplug? Join book author, Jeff Rasley, and Off The Shelf Books Talk Radio host, Denise Turney, on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 11am/EST (New York City time). During this interview, Denise Turney and books author, Jeff Rasley, will dig into Jeff's explorations in the Caribbean and South Pacific. These journeys are covered in Jeff Rasley's book, Island Adventures. Hitchhiking across the United States, visiting Basa and meeting the challenges of acute mountain sickness are other topics that Jeff and Denise will discuss during the feature author interview.  Even more, Jeff and Denise will share free book marketing tips and techniques. Off The Shelf Books Talk Radio listeners can also get a peek into new books that Jeff is writing on. Ready to unleash your inner explorer? Catch Off The Shelf Books Talk Radio on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at 11am/EST (New York City time). Tell your family, friends, colleagues and book lovers everywhere to catch Off The Shelf Books Talk Radio! Listener dial-in number:  (347) 994-3490 MORE ABOUT BOOKS WRITER JEFF RASLEY: Jeff makes his home in Indianapolis. His first published work was a poem published in the Hanover College Fine Arts Journal. He's an avid traveler. In fact, Jeff leads Himalayan treks and mountaineering expeditions, has scuba dived throughout the Caribbean, and sea-kayaked in Palau, Tonga, and the Greek Isles. Jeff is also an avid social activist. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Chicago. He was a letter winner in swimming and football. Jeff has also earned a JD from Indiana University Law School. To date, Jeff has authored 10 books which include Polarized, Hero's Journey, Island Adventures, Bringing Progress to Paradise and False Prophet.  Listener dial-in number:  (347) 994-3490

Anarchist, Republican... Assassin is Jeff Rasley’s eleventh book. You Have to Get Lost before You Can Be Found was his tenth. He has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, The Journal of Communal Societies, and Friends Journal. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and on the Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as a featured guest on over 100 radio and podcast programs.

Jeff Rasley es abogado y ha impartido clases de filantropía en las universidades Butler y Marian. Es autor de diez libros y numerosos artículos en publicaciones académicas y de la corriente principal. Es un fotógrafo galardonado y sus fotografías tomadas en el Himalaya y las islas del Caribe y el Pacífico han sido publicadas [...]

Author and travel extraordinaire Jeff Rasley speaks with Rockshana about living an interesting life being a traveler, author and helping a village in Nepal

Jeff Rasley has been organizing and leading Himalaya Trekking since 1998. You can find more about Jeff, author/writing coach/book publisher, at www.jeffreyrasley.com. Check out Amazon to find one of his many book titles! --- 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/pressplayinspired/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/pressplayinspired/support

When everything looks great on the surface but something is still not right and you don't feel fulfilled, the answer isn't in more stuff or more titles. It's in the quality connections you build and how you contribute. Get the details in this special episode on Guru Please.When Jeff was in his 40s and had a successful career in law, he began having midlife crisis symptoms. He started trekking in the Himalayas to reconnect with his spiritual side, and then led philanthro-treks and wrote about his travels. He believes that a meaningful life is comprised of worthwhile and rewarding work, a loving family, community involvement, fun, and helping uplift those less fortunate.Quote to remember: “You can spend too much of your time in superficial relationships.”Takeaways:We need to be a part of a communityDevelopment should be spearheaded by the local people rather than using a cookie-cutter approachFulfillment is a product of contributionLook for quality over quantity in your connections and relationshipsModernity is a double-edged swordWhat you’ll learn:How Jeff felt unfulfilled despite accomplishing the American DreamThe answer to the question: What is a meaningful life?About how people in Basa, Nepal live and how the he started the Basa Village FoundationThe ethics of bringing modernity to paradise, where things are done the same way they’ve been done for thousands of yearsHow projects in developing countries fail and create a cycle of dependencyMentioned on the podcast: You Have to Get Lost Before You Can Be Found: A Memoir of Suffering, Grit, and Love of the Himalayas and Basa VillageBe Here Now - Ram DassLinks:http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/Twitter

What do you do when you achieve the American dream of success in business, millions in the bank, a wonderful spouse, great children, and early retirement possible, though something is still missing and you are not fulfilled or happy? Listen to today's podcast as Dr. Karen interviews guest Jeff Rasley to hear how he found … The post From Millionaire to Mountaineer: Reflections on Life Balance from Jeff Rasley first appeared on TRANSLEADERSHIP, INC®.

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Have you heard about Akasha? Can it help in binding the forces to lift your soul? In this episode of High Frequency Healing, host AngelaMaría is joined by Jeff Rasley. Jeff is a lawyer, author, award-winning photographer, and founder of the Basa Village Foundation. He helps raise money for culturally sensitive development in the [...]

So often we find ourselves in a "mid-life crisis", which can happen at any time in our lives when we discover our lives are out of balance. Perhaps we are focusing in one or two areas to the neglect of other equally important areas.I am pleased to have Jeff Rasley, author, philanthropist, and adventurer on the show. Jeff will share with us his journey as he climbed Mount Everest, and got involved with a wonderful community within Basa, India, and learned great lessons from his friends in Basa.Dr Doug Radio Radio Show is broadcast live at 11am PT Tuesdays on K4HD - Hollywood Talk Radio (www.k4hd.com ) part of Talk 4 Radio (www.talk4radio.com) on the Talk 4 MediaNetwork (www.talk4media.com). Thispodcast is also available on Talk 4 Podcasting (www.talk4podcasting.com).

Matt and Cat talk to their guests, authors Jeff Rasley, and Carolyn CJ Jones about their travel experiences and the back stories that made them go in the first place. Both have unique perspectives, and great stories to tell, which they share with us in tonight's episode. Matt recounts the story of his security mishap in a foreign country. 

This exclusive interview features, Jeff Rasley, discussing his most recent work, “You Have to Get Lost Before You Can Be Found: A Memoir of Suffering, Grit, and Love of the Himalayas and Basa Village.” Jeff shares his life experiences in the Himalaya’s and highlights the importance of why connecting with others through service in our communities matters. He has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, The Journal of Communal Societies, and Friends Journal. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as a featured guest on over eighty radio and podcast programs. Jeff is an avid outdoorsman and recreational athlete. He leads trekking-mountaineering expeditions in Nepal and has solo-kayaked around several Pacific island groups. He also loves to read and considers completing Marcel Proust’s 3,600 page, “Remembrance of Things Past,” as great an adventure as climbing Himalayan peaks and solo-kayaking Pacific islands.

Jeff Rasley is our guest tonight discussing the writing of his tenth book. An adventurer, lawyer, and business owner this man will have you on the edge of your seat.

Sometimes out of tragedy, we find hope and purpose. For adventurer Jeff Rasley, a tragedy and narrow escape during a mountaineering expedition in Nepal changed his life forever, leading him to shift his spiritual and psychological perspective and to found the Basa Village Foundation to provide support and opportunities in a remote Nepalese village. Jeff shares his journey and talks about the profound shifts that happened during what he calls his “midlife crisis” in a way he never expected. Jeff has gone from a career in the law, to the Himalayas, to writing, and to a new way of viewing and helping the world as a “philanthrotrekker.” Hear how tragedy became transition and opportunity, and a profound spiritual and personal shift. For more information, find us on Facebook and Twitter (@nobodysview), or join the Facebook conversation at Simple Spirituality. Discover even more at www.thenobodyguidetolife.com or find the book at https://amzn.to/2sEkdjO. Also listen on: iTunes, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, Spotify, PlayerFM, Castbox, TuneIn, Spreaker, Blubrry and more! “I had been very happy…living in apartments, not living tied to the ground…feeling like we could move any time we wanted.” “Being up in the highest mountains in the world awed me.” “An avalanche occurred, and it swept [porters] away. Our porters were trapped on the other side of the avalanche, and our guide made a heroic rescue and we made it safely back…It made me re-think whether this type of adventure was really appropriate…” “The porters were risking their lives to give us this risky adventure.” “It was that need to become more introspective and really figure out who I was in the context of the life I was living and how what I did affected other people.” “How are you affecting those in your world?” “When you don't have distractions, personal relationships are so much more important.” “Approach life as an adventure and a work of art.” Links: Website: http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/ Book: “Bringing Progress to Paradise” https://amzn.to/2EVl5XI --- www.nobodysview.com/affiliate_disclosure/

On this episode our guest is Jeff Rasley. Jeff had a successful law practice for 30 years. At the age of 55 he left law to organize and lead Himalayan expeditions, write, teach, and pursue nonprofit endeavors . Jeff is the author of ten books, and an award-winning photographer. His pictures have been published in several journals. Jeff is the founder and former president of the Basa Village Foundation USA, which raises money for culturally sensitive development work in the Basa area of Nepal. He currently serves as president of Scientech, which promotes science education. (Recorded 11/14/18) *Disclaimer - The materials on this Podcast are for informational purposes only and are not legal advice. You should not act or rely on any information from this Podcast without seeking advice from an attorney licensed to practice law in your jurisdiction. Neither the Podcast nor use of information from the Podcast creates an attorney-client relationship.

Jeff Rasley left his successful law practice of 30 years to take a hike! His wife knew he was as an avid adventure traveller in his earlier life and when he began manifesting mid-life crisis symptoms she suggested he go take a hike on the other side of the world. The cure suggested by his wife was to go trekking in the Himalayas on the Mt. Everest Base Camp Trail at the age of 42.  Trekking the Himalayas as therapy seemed to work.  Taking up Himalayan Mountaineering and solo sea kayaking he wrote several articles about those experiences from a spiritual/psychological perspective.  A few years later on his fourth mountaineering expedition his climbing team barely escaped an avalanche although tragically three Nepalese porters carrying equipment for Western climbers were killed.  Deeply affected, Jeff reconsidered the purpose of his adventure travel and found the answer was to combine adventure travel with culturally sensitive development work in remote villages in the Nepal Himalayas and to write and teach about that. Achieving material success in the US and finding communal wisdom in Nepal Jeff believes travel deepens the soul & broadens the mind and so founded the Basa Village Foundation (BVF) in Nepal and serves on the board of 5 other non-profit corporations in Indianapolis USA.  The BVF has provided the funds to build a school, a hydroelectric system, computers and educational materials for the school, smokeless stoves for all the homes in the Basa village area, school toilets, temporary medical clinics, and a water delivery system for this remote village in Nepal. Learn more about Jeff here:  jeffreyrasley.com Jeff has written ten books, and 70+ articles, many about combining adventure travel with philanthropy ("philanthro-trekking") and what it takes to live a meaningful life.     

Special guest Jeff Rasley will describe the development of the Basa Village Foundation and what he has learned about creating a meaningful life from the Rai people of Basa village, Nepal. Jeff Rasley is the author of ten books; the most recent is "Polarized! The Case for Civility in the Time of Trump." He is the author of over 80 published articles. Rasley practiced law for thirty years in Indianapolis and was admitted to the US Supreme Court Bar. He is a graduate of the University of Chicago, Indiana University School of Law, and Christian Theological Seminary. Rasley is founder of the Basa Village Foundation and is liaison for the Nepal-based Himalayan expedition company Adventure GeoTreks, Ltd. Rasley serves as an officer or director for six non-profit organizations.

The largest mountain in the African continent rises strikingly and is revered by its local people. Our featured guest, Jeff Rasley is the president of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He also teaches the philosophy of philanthropy. Reflect about the sense of spiritually communicating with trees. Learn about upcoming mindful events and spiritual observances including Imbolc and Vasant Panchami. Show Segments Intro: 00:00 Spiritual Reflection: Talking Trees: 01:18 Spiritual Events and Observances: Imbolc and Vasant Panchami: 03:30 Spiritual Places: Mount Kilimanjaro: 05:18 Featured Guest: Cultural Advocate, Jeff Rasley: 07:50 Outro: 28:00 Our Featured Guest Jeff Rasley is the president of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He's also a director for five nonprofit organizations, the U.S. liaison for the Himalayan expedition company Adventure GeoTreks, and he teaches the philosophy of philanthropy at Butler University. Jeff blends his work and his teaching in the physical world with a strong sense of spirituality. Jeff is the author of many fascinating books which are available on his Amazon Author Page. You can find out more about Jeff at his website. Show Resources and Links Mount Kilimanjaro. The largest mountain on the African continent. The celebration of Imbolc. The celebration of Vasant Panchami. Activities of the Holy Father Pope Francis. The schedule for the Dalai Lama. Eckhart Tolle and Kim Eng events. Join our Spiritual Community Today Get exclusive access to podcasts, videos, our private Facebook group and more. Available only to Spiritual Fizz subscribers. Find out more about the Spiritual Fizz Podcast Please support us by subscribing to this podcast on iTunes and tell your friends about us. We look forward to being with you next time when we talk more about the connections between the spiritual and physical worlds.

T.J. O’Hara is joined by author and attorney Jeff Rasley. Jeff performed a small Facebook experiment concerning civility. The two discuss this experiment, the post-election conversations that take place on social media, “silos of the like-minded,” and more. Jeff Rasley is the author of ten books and numerous articles. His most recent book is “POLARIZED! The Case for Civility in the Time of Trump: An experiment in civil discourse on Facebook.” He graduated from University of Chicago, and received his JD at Indiana University Law School.

Jeff Rasley is an avid outdoorsman and recreational athlete who has trekked or climbed in the India-Nepal Himalayas almost every year since 1995. He is author of nine books including "India - Nepal Himalayas In the Moment" and "Bringing Progress to Paradise: What I Got from Giving to a Mountain Village in Nepal". Jeff is president of the Basa Village Foundation, which funds culturally sensitive development in Nepal. He is also U.S. liaison for the Himalayan expedition company Adventure GeoTreks Ltd.… Read more

Jeff is a prolific writer, author of nine books and over 50 published articles, chronicling his philanthropic adventures and illustrating what it means to live a meaningful life.

Today, I'm continuing my conversation with Jeff Rasley and we're learning all about the foundation he helped start after a experiencing a tragedy in the Himalayas. A foundation that ultimately led to him leaving a senior partnership position at a law firm.   To find links to the resources mentioned in today's episode, visit www.livingunconventionally.com/153  To join the Living Unconventionally Facebook Group, just visit www.livingunconventionally.com/Facebook  If you would like to support the Living Unconventionally Podcast, visit www.livingunconventionally.com/patreon to become a patron of the show on Patreon. Stalk Me On: LivingUnconventionally.com/Instagram LivingUnventionally.com/Twitter LivingUnconventionally.com/YouTube

This week's guest is Jeff Rasley and, today, he has some very interesting travel stories for us; including the time he woke up in a hospital in Mexico with an armed guard outside his room and learned he was under arrest without knowing why. We also hear about his experiences hitching across the United States for six weeks (with only $65 dollars in his pocket) when he was fresh out of high school and the time he and his then-girlfriend accidentally wandered onto a military base in Greece. Tune in to hear these stories and more!   To find links to the resources mentioned in today's episode, visit www.livingunconventionally.com/152  To join the Living Unconventionally Facebook Group, just visit www.livingunconventionally.com/Facebook  If you would like to support the Living Unconventionally Podcast, visit www.livingunconventionally.com/patreon to become a patron of the show on Patreon. Stalk Me On: LivingUnconventionally.com/Instagram LivingUnventionally.com/Twitter LivingUnconventionally.com/YouTube

Facebook – The Billionaire LifeStyle   iTunes  – The Billionaire LifeStyle     Stitcher: – The Billionaire LifeStyle [caption id="attachment_1014" align="alignleft" width="300"] Jeff Rasley in the Himalayas[/caption] Reawakening, love, respect, family, community, Jeff Rasley Author: Godless living a valuable life beyond beliefs This post is not an anti-religion post, but more of a shedding of layered components to get to the fundamental of actual spiritual message and action of religion. The Premise is more aligned with reawakening love, respect, family, community and spirit. Jeff was feeling the Blahs of mid-life. This post is inspired by the interview with author Jeff Rasley. Jeff, who was a corporate Lawyer suffering a midlife crisis.  Knowing something needed to change in his life, but having a stuck feeling. As with many American men, we often tough out rough periods instead of investigating the cause, then acting upon what our spirit is communicating. Lucky for Jeff his wife was seriously in tune with Jeff’s being. The Better Half has wisdom A gentle push from his wife Alicia, he found the motivation required to move out of his funk. Alicia supplied a brochure for trekking in Nepal as the remedy. Basically, his wife told him to go take a hike on the other side of the world. Alicia was comfortable with his leave of absence because of her understanding, Jeff had developed a travel bug early in his life. Developing a travel bug. Jeff is of the Vietnam generation, where things were simpler and life as a young man may not be yours to steer.  Anxiety was high in the early 1970's due to the imposed military draft to serve in the  Vietnam war in late 1960's through the mid-1970’s. You had to live in the moment because tomorrow was promised to no one.  Knowing what could be before him Jeff left after finishing High school to hitchhiked across the country at the age of 18. Followed by a motorcycle trek across America and Mexico a year later. To give you a bit of a back story on Jeff's need for geographical change periodically. Books Available on Amazon       Growing up Eventually, Jeff settled into a profession as a corporate attorney. Providing a good middle-class life for him and his family. During our conversation we noted a component of America which is constant, competition and the need for more, more, more is or was a way of life. Like Jeff, at some point in each of our lives, a mindset snap will occur. Life seems full but feels unfulfilled, the current life experience was good but there must be more to the overall experience. Jeff sets his sights on Nepal. During his initial travel, his first conversation with a stranger Jeff asked what to expect. The reply came as a surprise,  "when you get to Nepal expect the unexpected because it is outside of your current experiences". Immediately there were some physical experiences requiring Jeff's adjusting to the altitude and experienced altitude sickness upon his initial trip to the Himalayas of Nepal. Writing about his experience in book form came out of the suggestion from his wife Alicia.  Jeff’s first full book “Bringing progress to paradise” was driven by his relationship with a family in Nepal from early on. Detailing the relationship benefits many people outside of the Nepal community should experience to better ground themselves in community family and love. His love for writing flows within his family DNA. A love of travel and writing are a powerful force in Jeff’s life, and he has no plan to slow down. While on his treks in Nepal, he discovered an attitude towards life and community many Americans have left behind. Placing the community before the individual was a fundamental lesson gained from his many travels.  There is clear understanding driven into Jeff's bones, it’s not about the individual but more about the collective unit because God is in everything. An example, last names in Nepal communities reflect the village in their surname. Many people have the same last name so they identify with the collective versus the smaller single family components. It was a lesson for Jeff in the true meaning of Family. We as Americans say family first but in Nepal, the Family,  and community first has a much larger gravity. Upon returning to the United States a true mindset shift had manifested. Jeff decided to moved from the Presbyterian church to a Quaker church, enacting lessons he has learned while in Nepal. GOD is in everything was the big takeaway. The divine spirit is in everything; it is important to truly respect the entire earthly ecosystem.  Jeff authored Godless living a valuable life beyond belief is predicated on losing the cluttering components of God’s spirituality for humans. Simple actions make big change. Kindness Respect Tolerance Love of neighbor Love of the natural world Getting rid of competition as a dividing line. There is very little difference in our physical DNA. Humans are 99.9 percent the same at the simplest level. Jeff has posed this question to me and many people throughout his life and his conclusion which mirrors mine are as follows. What do you care about? We care about my family Want a good life We want to be healthy Want to live in a safe home Live in a safe community. These all tie into the Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs as I am always promoting.   BIOGRAPHY OF JEFF RASLEY Jeff Rasley is the author of eight books; the most recent is GODLESS --Living a Valuable Life beyond Beliefs.  He has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, American Athenaeum, Pacific Magazine, Indy’s Child, The Journal of Communal Societies, The Chrysalis Reader, Faith & Fitness Magazine, and Friends Journal.  An award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals.  He has appeared as a featured guest on over seventy radio programs. ns.     Please listen to the interview with Jeff, as there are some great lesson to ponder. Go live The Billionaire Lifestyle    

What an amazing book, Author Jeff Rasley joins us to discuss his book on Goshen native, Indiana All-Star, and Indiana University basketball Hoosier - John Ritter. What an amazing and informative read. Don't you sometimes hear a name and wonder what became of them? Rasley does an amazing job with writing about Ritter, his comparison to the Clair Bee book series and Chip Hilton character to his amazing research in finding Ritter and what he does today! I've read numerous books, but this one captivated me from beginning to end!!!! You can get his book on Amazon.com and you can check out his other works at JeffRasley.com.

To learn more about Butterflies of Wisdom visit http://butterfliesofwisdom.weebly.com/ Be sure to FOLLOW this program https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wins-women-of-wisdom/id1060801905. To find out how Win walk and about Ekso go to http://www.bridgingbionics.org/, or email Amanda Boxtel atamanda@bridgingbionics.org.   On Butterflies of Wisdom today, Best-Selling Author, Win Kelly Charles and Juan Carlos Gill welcomes Jeff Rasley. Jeff is the author of nine books; the most recent is Hero's Journey: John Ritter, the Chip Hilton of Goshen, Indiana; a Memoir.  He has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, American Athenaeum, Pacific Magazine, Indy’s Child, The Journal of Communal Societies, The Chrysalis Reader, Faith & Fitness Magazine, and Friends Journal.  He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean, and Pacific Islands have been published in several journals.  He has appeared as a featured guest on over seventy radio programs. Rasley has engaged in social activism and philanthropic efforts from an early age.  In high school, he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger.  In law school, he was an advocate for renters' rights as the leader of the first rent strike in Indiana, and he served as a lobbyist and president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association.  As an attorney for Legal Services organization, he was lead counsel on two class action suits on behalf of prisoners which resulted in judgments requiring the construction of two new jails in Central Indiana.  Jeff was the lead plaintiff in a class action requiring the clean-up of the White River after an industrial chemical spill polluted it.  Jeff is the founder and president of the Basa Village Foundation USA, which raises money for culturally sensitive development work in the Basa area of Nepal.  He currently serves as an officer or director for six nonprofit corporations. Jeff recently ended his practice of law as the senior partner of Rasley & Wood, P.A.  He is a partner in the e-book publishing enterprise Midsummer Books and provides writer coaching services.  He is U.S. liaison for the Nepal-based Himalayan expedition company, Adventure GeoTreks Ltd.  He has taught classes for IUPUI Continuing Ed. The program, Indiana Writers Center, and Marian University.  He currently teaches philosophy of philanthropy at Butler University. Jeff is a graduate of the University of Chicago, A.B. magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, All-Academic All-State Football Team and letter winner in swimming and football; Indiana University School of Law, J.D. cum laude, Moot Court and Indiana Law Review; Christian Theological Seminary, M.Div. Magna cum laude, co-valedictorian and Faculty Award Scholar.  He has been admitted to the Indiana, U.S. District Court, and U.S. Supreme Court Bars. For chairing the Indiana-Tennessee Civic Memorial Commission Rasley and the Commission received Proclamations of Salutation from the Governors of Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee and Pennsylvania and he was made an honorary Lieutenant Colonel Aide-de-Camp of the Alabama State Militia, a Kentucky Colonel and honorary Citizen of Tennessee.  He was given a Key to the City of Indianapolis for serving as an intern to Mayor Hudnut and preparing a report on the safety conditions of all Indy Parks. Rasley has received the Man of the Year award from the Arthur Jordan YMCA and the Alumni Service Award from the University of Chicago. Jeff is an avid outdoorsman and recreational athlete.  He leads trekking-mountaineering expeditions in Nepal and has solo-kayaked around several Pacific island groups.  He also loves to read and considers completing Marcel Proust’s 3600 page Remembrance of Things Past as great an adventure as climbing Himalayan peaks and solo-kayaking Pacific islands. He is married to Alicia Rasley, an English professor and the author of historical romances and writing craft books.  Alicia is a RITA Award winner and her novel The Year She Fell" was an Amazon-Kindle best-seller.  Son James is an officer in the National Guard, and Andrew is a tech supervisor with a film and TV production company in LA. To learn more about Jeff visit http://www.jeffreyrasley.com/. To find out more about Win Kelly Charles visithttps://wincharles.wix.com/win-charles. Please send feedback to Win by email her atwinwwow@gmail.com, or go to http://survey.libsyn.com/winwisdom andhttp://survey.libsyn.com/thebutterfly. To be on the show, please fill out the intake athttp://bit.ly/1MLJSLG. To look at our sponsorships go tohttp://www.educents.com/daily-deals#wwow. To learn about the magic of Siri go tohttps://www.udemy.com/writing-a-book-using-siri/?utm_campaign=email&utm_source=sendgrid.com&utm_medium=email. 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Today's show will feature author Jeff Rasley who has enlightened us with his presence before. This time he brings us a memoir about childhood heroes and part biography of John Ritter, who is the best basketball player from my hometown and still holds all the scoring records.  John graduated from Goshen High School in 1969.  He was a star for the Indiana University Hoosiers and captain of Bob Knight's first Final Four team.  His life later took a very unexpected turn.  Rasley set out to discover what happened to John and why.

Jeff Rasley joins the show to tell his motivational tale of going from mid-life crisis to head of a truly great nonprofit organization. After 30 years of successful law practice, Jeff's wife kicked him out of the house and made him go on an adventure. He took his forced excursion and trekked up Mount Everest and along the way connected with the Nepalese villagers and is helping to better their lives without forcing western culture on them. On the podcast we discuss his background in law, his mid-life crisis, how climbing inspired his life and writing, the destruction from the April 2015 earthquake, the Basa Village Foundation and what it's doing to help the village get back to normal and so much more! If you enjoy his story, you can find out more about Jeff Rasley and his work at www.JeffRasley.com and you can donate to the Basa Village Foundation at www.BasaVillageFoundationUSA.com.Thanks to all the listeners, if you have any questions or suggestions for a topic email IWTK at iwanttoknowpod@gmail.com.Don't forget to like IWTK at www.facebook.com/iwanttoknowshow, follow the show on twitter @iwanttoknowshow and visit www.iwanttoknowshow.com for more info on the guests, episodes, host and much more.

At an early age, Jeff Rasley, left his hometown to travel the world. When he came into contact with the people of Nepal, and other indigenous cultures, he discovered that it was possible to live a meaningful life without believing in any type of Gods. Tune in to NSOL Radio as, Jeff, speaks about living a valuable life religious beyond beliefs. Connect with Jeff at his website www.jeffreyrasley.com/

Life's Issues with Lloyd Rosen with his guest Jeff Rasley & Kim Players: Jeff Rasley is the author of eight books; the most recent is GODLESS --Living a Valuable Life beyond Beliefs. He has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, American Athenaeum, Pacific Magazine, Indy's Child, The Journal of Communal Societies, The Chrysalis Reader, Faith & Fitness Magazine, and Friends Journal. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as an expert guest on over forty radio programs. Rasley has engaged in social activism and philanthropic efforts from an early age. In high school he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. In law school he was an advocate for renters' rights as the leader of the first rent strike in Indiana, and he served as a lobbyist and president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association.  Kim Players is an inspirational speaker who educates and empowers men and women professionals to overcome overwhelm and be unstoppable. As a keynote speaker, Kim is known for transformational energy and masterful training ability. For the past 25 years, Kim has been listening to men and women alike, sharing with them, and cheering them on as they meet goal after goal regardless of their background and experience. Her passion and commitment to health and fitness and background as a in demand personal fitness trainer is the reason she was selected to be a key team member for Zone2BTone. This new program features elite health, fitness, and beauty professionals in the Greater Philadelphia Area.

Summit your purpose and take your passions to the next level. Live it. Own it. Roll up your sleeves and be it. In this weeks podcast Lena Ski chats to Jeff Rasley about life out beyond where the pavement ends. For more information go to www.lenaski.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/the-supernova-podcast/message

Legal Eagle and the Coach with David Altenbern & Bryan Kiser with their guests Jeff Rasley: Jeff Rasley is the author of seven books and has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, American Athenaeum, Pacific Magazine, Indy's Child, The Journal of Communal Societies, The Chrysalis Reader, Faith & Fitness Magazine, Friends Journal, and Real Travel Adventures International Magazine. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as an expert guest on over forty radio programs. It has been a dream of Sean Townsend since my success as an Olympian and World Champion gymnast, to create an inspiring and memorable competition for upcoming gymnast.  My goal is to inspire young athletes to compete at a high level as well as experience the future of gymnastics. The Townsend Cup Invitational (TCI) will be composed of three competition sessions for male gymnast followed by a special elite skills exhibition performed by a current National Team member or members.

Life Changing Insights with Dr. Alan Simberg and his guest Jeff Rasley: Jeff Rasley is the author of seven books and has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, American Athenaeum, Pacific Magazine, Indy's Child, The Journal of Communal Societies, The Chrysalis Reader, Faith & Fitness Magazine, Friends Journal, and Real Travel Adventures International Magazine. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. He has appeared as an expert guest on over forty radio programs. Rasley has engaged in social activism and philanthropic efforts from an early age. In high school he co-founded the Goshen Walk for Hunger. In law school he was an advocate for renters' rights as the leader of the first rent strike in Indiana, and he served as a lobbyist and president of the Indianapolis Tenants Association. As an attorney for Legal Services organization he was lead counsel on two class action suits on behalf of prisoners which resulted in judgments requiring the construction of two new jails in Central Indiana. Jeff was the lead plaintiff in a class action requiring the clean-up of the White River after it was polluted by an industrial chemical spill. Jeff is the founder and president of the Basa Village Foundation USA, which raises money for culturally sensitive development work in the Basa area of Nepal. He currently serves as an officer or director for five nonprofit corporations.

“Beliefs divide us, values unite us. Fight violence with values.” Godless – Living a Valuable Life beyond Beliefs is Jeff Rasley’s 8th book and it is - A value-based counter-attack against religious fanaticism and political gridlock. - A critique of fundamentalism and ideological politics and a remedy for what ails the Church and the political order. - A middle way between orthodoxy and atheism to save religion in the advancing age of unbelief and a pragmatic approach to encourage political activism to counter apathy. It shows how religious and political extremism can be defeated with pragmatism and positive values. The book is available through Amazon at http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00P766NYO Jeff Rasley is a retired lawyer, professor in the Honors Program at Butler University, organizes and leads Himalayan trekking expeditions, and is president of the Basa Village Foundation. His website is http://www.jeffreyrasley.com

Jeff Rasley is the author of seven books and has published numerous articles in academic and mainstream periodicals, including Newsweek, Chicago Magazine, ABA Journal, Family Law Review, American Athenaeum, Pacific Magazine, Indy’s Child, The Journal of Communal Societies, The Chrysalis Reader, Faith & Fitness Magazine, Friends Journal, and Real Travel Adventures International Magazine. He is an award-winning photographer and his pictures taken in the Himalayas and Caribbean and Pacific islands have been published in several journals. James Westly, MC, LPC, is a psychotherapist, consultant, speaker, and writer whose passion is the search for, the practice and dissemination of techniques that develop the Human Spirit. “You are not your mind. Your mind is something you have, a tool,” explains Westly. “It’s probably the most powerful tool we know of in the universe, but we don’t use it correctly. We ask it to do things it cannot do like predict the future  or produce original thought. Ask anyone who has created or discovered anything: the mind is the obstacle.”

Jeff Rasley is a graduate of the University of Chicago, A.B. magna cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa, All-Academic All-State Football Team and letter winner in swimming and football; Indiana University School of Law, J.D. cum laude, Moot Court and Indiana Law Review; Christian Theological Seminary, M.Div. magna cum laude, co-valedictorian and Faculty Award Scholar. Rasley has been admitted to the Indiana, U.S. District Court, and U.S. Supreme Court Bars. Rasley is currently partner in Knowledge Capture Publishing and Editing, president of the Basa Village Foundation USA Inc., and U.S. liaison for the Nepal-based Himalayan expedition company, Adventure GeoTreks Ltd. He has taught classes for IUPUI Continuing Ed. Program, Oasis, Indiana Writers Center, Butler University, and Marian University. He serves as an officer or director for five nonprofit corporations.    

Life's Issues with Lloyd Rosen and guests Jeff Rasley & Dolphin and Susan Kasper In his 7th book Jeff Rasley continues his search to find, explore, and explain authentic community.  Pilgrimage:  Sturgis to Wounded Knee and Back Home is a very personal Memoir in which the author traces his roots to the bloody massacre of the Sioux at Wounded Knee.  He deconstructs a local myth of his childhood in Goshen, Indiana about an Indian attack on the town, which never occurred.  And then compares his experience in working with the Rai people in the Nepal Himalayas to the genocidal treatment of the American Plains Indians by his ancestors.  It's all about finding meaning in the deep connectedness of human community.www.jeffreyrasley.com The unique foundation of Evolve Now's work, The Art of Remarkable Relationships, has been developed and is facilitated by Dolphin and Susan Kasper, a mother and son team, who bring a unique depth and connectedness to the work of human evolution.  This Art is a powerful vehicle in unlocking our innate ability to cultivate more connected, meaningful and authentic lives.  Because Susan and Dolphin are themselves grounded in their own awakening, they are able to provide living knowledge of that; where it comes from, and how to master it in this life. http://evolvehds.com/