Podcast appearances and mentions of John Stockton

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Lucia Sinatra for a wide-ranging and unfiltered conversation that doesn't shy away from controversy.Lucia speaks candidly about the positions she's taken that have sparked backlash, the personal and professional consequences of challenging dominant narratives, and why she believes staying silent is no longer an option. From power structures and media pressure to personal conviction and resilience, this episode explores what happens when someone chooses truth over comfort.This is a provocative, thoughtful discussion about courage, dissent, and the real cost of speaking openly in today's climate — whether people are ready to hear it or not.Support the show

In this episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Nichola Burnett, a registered dietitian and founder of Balance Functional Wellness Center, to explore gut health, nutrition, and the foundational role biochemistry plays in chronic illness.Nichola shares her journey from working inside hospital systems to building a functional wellness practice focused on identifying root causes rather than treating symptoms. She explains why malnutrition is far more widespread than people realize, how digestion impacts nearly every system in the body, and why modern food systems may be contributing to widespread health decline.The conversation covers:Why digestion, absorption, and assimilation are not the sameHow nutrient deficiencies affect aging, immunity, and energyThe role of posture, blood analysis, and whole-body assessmentsWhy chronic symptoms often reflect long-term nutritional imbalanceThe body's innate ability to heal when properly supportedThis is a wide-ranging discussion about personal responsibility, foundational health, and rethinking how we approach wellness in the modern world.Understanding Hypophosphatemia: Recognition, Diagnosis, and TreatmentEndocrine experts distinguish Hypophosphatemia from osteoporosis & osteomalaciaListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

In this episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers are joined by Dr. Nathaniel Mark Mead, a former NIH science editor and published researcher, for a deep dive into myocarditis, immune dysfunction, excess mortality, and scientific censorship in the post-COVID era.Dr. Mead breaks down the data behind mRNA vaccine–associated myocarditis, why many cases were never properly recorded, and how immune dysregulation may be contributing to rising rates of cardiac events, cancer progression, neurological issues, and excess deaths across highly vaccinated countries.The conversation also explores:Why myocarditis is often under-diagnosed and misclassifiedHow vaccine trial design and surveillance systems distorted risk reportingThe concept of “hybrid harms” and cumulative immune damageExcess mortality trends in the U.S., Europe, and AsiaThe suppression and retraction of peer-reviewed researchWhy Dr. Mead continues speaking out despite professional consequencesThis is a data-driven, long-form discussion about science, censorship, and the long-term implications for public health — and why these questions are far from settled.

What if the toughest moments in your life were preparing you to lead better, serve deeper, and live with more purpose? In this episode of Unstoppable Mindset, I sit down with Greg Hess, known to many as Coach Hess, for a wide-ranging conversation about leadership, resilience, trust, and what it really means to help others grow. Greg shares lessons shaped by a lifetime of coaching athletes, leading business teams, surviving pancreatic cancer, and building companies rooted in service and inclusion. We talk about why humor matters, how trust is built in real life, and why great leaders stop focusing on control and start focusing on growth. Along the way, Greg reflects on teamwork, diversity, vision, and the mindset shifts that turn adversity into opportunity. I believe you will find this conversation practical, honest, and deeply encouraging. Highlights: 00:10 – Hear how Greg Hess's early life and love of sports shaped his leadership values. 04:04 – Learn why humor and laughter are essential tools for reducing stress and building connection. 11:59 – Discover how chasing the right learning curve redirected Greg's career path. 18:27 – Understand how a pancreatic cancer diagnosis reshaped Greg's purpose and priorities. 31:32 – Hear how reframing adversity builds lasting resilience. 56:22 – Learn the mindset shift leaders need to grow people and strengthen teams. About the Guest: Amazon Best-Selling Author | Award-Winning Business Coach | Voted Best Coach in Katy, TX Greg Hess—widely known as Coach Hess—is a celebrated mentor, author, and leader whose journey from athletic excellence to business mastery spans decades and continents. A graduate of the University of Calgary (1978), he captained the basketball team, earned All-Conference honors, and later competed against legends like John Stockton and Dennis Rodman. His coaching career began in the high school ranks and evolved to the collegiate level, where he led programs with distinction and managed high-profile events like Magic Johnson's basketball camps. During this time, he also earned his MBA from California Lutheran University in just 18 months. Transitioning from sports to business in the early '90s, Coach Hess embarked on a solo bicycle tour from Jasper, Alberta to Thousand Oaks, California—symbolizing a personal and professional reinvention. He went on to lead teams and divisions across multiple industries, ultimately becoming Chief Advisor for Cloud Services at Halliburton. Despite his corporate success, he was always “Coach” at heart—known for inspiring teams, shaping strategy, and unlocking human potential. In 2015, a diagnosis of pancreatic cancer became a pivotal moment. Surviving and recovering from the disease renewed his commitment to purpose. He left the corporate world to build the Coach Hess brand—dedicated to transforming lives through coaching. Today, Coach Hess is recognized as a Best Coach in Katy, TX and an Amazon Best-Selling Author, known for helping entrepreneurs, professionals, and teams achieve breakthrough results. Coach Hess is the author of: Peak Experiences Breaking the Business Code Achieving Peak Performance: The Entrepreneur's Journey He resides in Houston, Texas with his wife Karen and continues to empower clients across the globe through one-on-one coaching, strategic planning workshops, and his Empower Your Team program. Ways to connect with Greg**:** Email:  coach@coachhess.comWebsite: www.CoachHess.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachhess Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CoachHessSuccess Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachhess_official/ About the Host: Michael Hingson is a New York Times best-selling author, international lecturer, and Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe. Michael, blind since birth, survived the 9/11 attacks with the help of his guide dog Roselle. This story is the subject of his best-selling book, Thunder Dog. Michael gives over 100 presentations around the world each year speaking to influential groups such as Exxon Mobile, AT&T, Federal Express, Scripps College, Rutgers University, Children's Hospital, and the American Red Cross just to name a few. He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards. https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/ accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/ https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/ Thanks for listening! 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Transcription Notes: Michael Hingson  00:00 Access Cast and accessiBe Initiative presents Unstoppable Mindset. The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us. Michael Hingson  01:21 Well, hi everyone. I am Michael Hinkson. Your host for unstoppable mindset. And today we get to enter, well, I won't say interview, because it's really more of a conversation. We get to have a conversation with Greg. Hess better known as coach Hess and we'll have to learn more about that, but he has accomplished a lot in the world over the past 70 or so years. He's a best selling author. He's a business coach. He's done a number of things. He's managed magic Johnson's basketball camps, and, my gosh, I don't know what all, but he does, and he's going to tell us. So Coach, welcome to unstoppable mindset. We're really glad that we have a chance to be with you today. Greg Hess  02:07 I'm honored to be here. Michael, thank you very much, and it's just a pleasure to be a part of your program and the unstoppable mindset. Thank you for having me. Michael Hingson  02:17 Well, we're glad you're here and looking forward to having a lot of fun. Why don't we start? I love to start with tell us about kind of the early Greg growing up and all that stuff. Greg Hess  02:30 Oh boy, yeah, I was awfully fortunate, I think, to have a couple of parents that were paying attention to me, I guess. You know, as I grew up, at the same time they were growing up my my father was a Marine returned from the Korean War, and I was born shortly after that, and he worked for Westinghouse Electric as a nuclear engineer. We lived in Southern California for a while, but I was pretty much raised in Idaho, small town called Pocatello, Idaho, and Idaho State Universities there and I, I found a love for sports. I was, you know, again, I was very fortunate to be able to be kind of coordinated and do well with baseball, football, basketball, of course, with the sports that we tend to do. But yeah, I had a lot of fun doing that and growing up, you know, under a, you know, the son of a Marine is kind of like being the son of a Marine. I guess, in a way, there was certain ways you had to function and, you know, and morals and values that you carried forward and pride and doing good work that I learned through, through my youth. And so, you know, right, being raised in Idaho was a real great experience. How so well, a very open space. I mean, in those days, you know, we see kids today and kids being brought up. I think one of the things that often is missing, that was not missing for me as a youth, is that we would get together as a group in the neighborhood, and we'd figure out the rules of the game. We'd figure out whatever we were playing, whether it was basketball or, you know, kick the can or you name it, but we would organize ourselves and have a great time doing that as a community in our neighborhood, and as kids, we learn to be leaders and kind of organize ourselves. Today, that is not the case. And so I think so many kids are built into, you know, the parents are helicopter, and all the kids to all the events and non stop going, going, going. And I think we're losing that leadership potential of just organizing and planning a little bit which I was fortunate to have that experience, and I think it had a big influence on how I grew up and built built into the leader that I believe I am today. Michael Hingson  04:52 I had a conversation with someone earlier today on another podcast episode, and one of the observations. Sense that he made is that we don't laugh at ourselves today. We don't have humor today. Everything is taken so seriously we don't laugh, and the result of that is that we become very stressed out. Greg Hess  05:15 Yeah, well, if you can't laugh at yourself, you know, but as far as I know, you've got a large background in your sales world and so on. But I found that in working with people, to to get them to be clients or to be a part of my world, is that if they can laugh with me, or I can laugh with them, or we can get them laughing, there's a high tendency of conversion and them wanting to work with you. There's just something about relationships and be able to laugh with people. I think that draw us closer in a different way, and I agree it's missing. How do we make that happen more often? Tell more jokes or what? Michael Hingson  05:51 Well, one of the things that he suggests, and he's a coach, a business coach, also he he tells people, turn off the TV, unplug your phone, go read a book. And he said, especially, go buy a joke book. Just find some ways to make yourself laugh. And he spends a lot of time talking to people about humor and laughter. And the whole idea is to deal with getting rid of stress, and if you can laugh, you're going to be a whole lot less stressful. Greg Hess  06:23 There's something that you just feel so good after a good laugh, you know, I mean, guy, I feel that way sometimes after a good cry. You know, when I'm I tend to, you know, like Bambi comes on, and I know what happens to that little fawn, or whatever, the mother and I can't, you know, but cry during the credits. What's up with that? Michael Hingson  06:45 Well, and my wife was a teacher. My late wife was a teacher for 10 years, and she read Old Yeller. And eventually it got to the point where she had to have somebody else read the part of the book where, where yeller gets killed. Oh, yeah. Remember that book? Well, I do too. I like it was a great it's a great book and a great movie. Well, you know, talk about humor, and I think it's really important that we laugh at ourselves, too. And you mentioned Westinghouse, I have a Westinghouse story, so I'll tell it. I sold a lot of products to Westinghouse, and one day I was getting ready to travel back there, the first time I went back to meet the folks in Pittsburgh, and I had also received an order, and they said this order has to be here. It's got to get it's urgent, so we did all the right things. And I even went out to the loading dock the day before I left for Westinghouse, because that was the day it was supposed to ship. And I even touched the boxes, and the shipping guy said, these are them. They're labeled. They're ready to go. So I left the next morning, went to Westinghouse, and the following day, I met the people who I had worked with over the years, and I had even told them I saw the I saw the pack, the packages on the dock, and when they didn't come in, and I was on an airplane, so I didn't Know this. They called and they spoke to somebody else at at the company, and they said the boxes aren't here, and they're supposed to be here, and and she's in, the lady said, I'll check on it. And they said, Well, Mike said he saw him on the dock, and she burst out laughing because she knew. And they said, What are you laughing at? And he said, he saw him on the dock. You know, he's blind, don't you? And so when I got there, when I got there, they had and it wasn't fun, but, well, not totally, because what happened was that the President decided to intercept the boxes and send it to somebody else who he thought was more important, more important than Westinghouse. I have a problem with that. But anyway, so they shipped out, and they got there the day I arrived, so they had arrived a day late. Well, that was okay, but of course, they lectured me, you didn't see him on the dock. I said, No, no, no, you don't understand, and this is what you have to think about. Yeah, I didn't tell you I was blind. Why should I the definition of to see in the dictionary is to perceive you don't have to use your eyes to see things. You know, that's the problem with you. Light dependent people. You got to see everything with your eyes. Well, I don't have to, and they were on the dock, and anyway, we had a lot of fun with it, but I have, but you got to have humor, and we've got to not take things so seriously. I agree with what we talked about earlier, with with this other guest. It's it really is important to to not take life so seriously that you can't have some fun. And I agree that. There are serious times, but still, you got to have fun. Greg Hess  10:02 Yeah, no kidding. Well, I've got a short story for you. Maybe it fits in with that. That one of the things I did when I I'll give a little background on this. I, I was a basketball coach and school teacher for 14 years, and had an opportunity to take over an assistant coach job at California Lutheran University. And I was able to choose whatever I wanted to in terms of doing graduate work. And so I said, you know, and I'd always been a bike rider. So I decided to ride my bike from up from Jasper, Alberta, all the way down to 1000 Oaks California on a solo bike ride, which was going to be a big event, but I wanted to think about what I really wanted to do. And, you know, I loved riding, and I thought was a good time to do that tour, so I did it. And so I'm riding down the coast, and once I got into California, there's a bunch of big redwoods there and so on, yeah, and I had, I set up my camp. You know, every night I camped out. I was totally solo. I didn't have any support, and so I put up my tent and everything. And here a guy came in, big, tall guy, a German guy, and he had ski poles sticking out of the back of his backpack, you know, he set up camp, and we're talking that evening. And I had, you know, sitting around the fire. I said, Look, his name was Axel. I said, Hey, Axel, what's up with the ski poles? And he says, Well, I was up in Alaska and, you know, and I was climbing around in glaciers or whatever, and when I started to ride here, they're pretty light. I just take them with me. And I'm thinking, that's crazy. I mean, you're thinking every ounce, every ounce matters when you're riding those long distances. Anyway, the story goes on. Next morning, I get on my bike, and I head down the road, and, you know, I go for a day, I don't see sea axle or anything, but the next morning, I'm can't stop at a place around Modesto California, something, whether a cafe, and I'm sitting in the cafe, and there's, probably, it's a place where a lot of cyclists hang out. So there was, like, 20 or 30 cycles leaning against the building, and I showed up with, you know, kind of a bit of an anomaly. I'd ridden a long time, probably 1500 miles or so at that point in 15 days, and these people were all kind of talking to me and so on. Well, then all sudden, I look up why I'm eating breakfast, and here goes the ski poles down the road. And I went, Oh my gosh, that's got to be him. So I jump up out of my chair, and I run out, and I yell, hey Axel. Hey Axel, loud as I could. And he stops and starts coming back. And then I look back at the cafe, and all these people have their faces up on the windows, kind of looking like, oh, what's going to happen? And they thought that I was saying, mistakenly, Hey, asshole, oh gosh, Michael Hingson  12:46 well, hopefully you straighten that out somehow. Immediately. Greg Hess  12:50 We had a great time and a nice breakfast and moved on. But what an experience. Yeah, sometimes we cross up on our communications. People don't quite get what's going on, they're taking things too seriously, maybe, huh? Michael Hingson  13:03 Oh, yeah, we always, sometimes hear what we want to hear. Well, so what did you get your college degree in? Greg Hess  13:10 Originally? My first Yeah, well, I'd love the question my first degree. I had a bachelor of education for years, but then I went on, and then I had my choice here of graduate work, right? And, you know, I looked at education, I thought, gosh, you know, if I answered committee on every test, I'll probably pass. I said, I need something more than this. So I in the bike ride, what I what I came to a conclusion was that the command line being DOS command line was the way we were computing. Yeah, that time in the 90s, we were moving into something we call graphical user interface, of course, now it's the way we live in so many ways. And I thought, you know, that's the curve. I'm going to chase that. And so I did an MBA in business process re engineering at Cal Lu, and knocked that off in 18 months, where I had a lot of great experiences learning, you know, being an assistant coach, and got to do some of magic Johnson's camps for him while I was there, California. Lutheran University's campus is where the Cowboys used to do their training camp, right? So they had very nice facilities, and so putting on camps like that and stuff were a good thing. And fairly close to the LA scene, of course, 1000 Oaks, right? You know that area? Michael Hingson  14:25 Oh, I do, yeah, I do. I do pretty well, yeah. So, so you, you, you're always involved in doing coaching. That was just one of the things. When you started to get involved in sports, in addition to playing them, you found that coaching was a useful thing for you to do. Absolutely. Greg Hess  14:45 I loved it. I loved the game. I love to see people grow. And yeah, it was just a thrill to be a part of it. I got published a few times, and some of the things that I did within it, but it was mostly. Right, being able to change a community. Let me share this with you. When I went to West Lake Village High School, this was a very, very wealthy area, I had, like Frankie avalon's kid in my class and stuff. And, you know, I'm riding bike every day, so these kids are driving up in Mercedes and BMW parking lot. And as I looked around the school and saw and we build a basketball and I needed to build more pride, I think in the in the community, I felt was important part of me as the head coach, they kind of think that the head coach of their basketball program, I think, is more important than the mayor. I never could figure that one out, but that was where I was Michael Hingson  15:37 spend some time in North Carolina, around Raleigh, Durham, you'll understand, Greg Hess  15:41 yeah, yeah, I get that. So Kentucky, yeah, yeah, yeah, big basketball places, yeah. So what I concluded, and I'd worked before in building, working with Special Olympics, and I thought, You know what we can do with this school, is we can have a special olympics tournament, because I got to know the people in LA County that were running, especially in Ventura County, and we brought them together, and we ran a tournament, and we had a tournament of, I don't know, maybe 24 teams in total. It was a big deal, and it was really great to get the community together, because part of my program was that I kind of expected everybody, you know, pretty strong expectation, so to say, of 20 hours of community service. If you're in our basketball program, you got to have some way, whether it's with your church or whatever, I want to recognize that you're you're out there doing something for the community. And of course, I set this Special Olympics event up so that everybody had the opportunity to do that. And what a change it made on the community. What a change it made on the school. Yeah, it was great for the Special Olympians, and then they had a blast. But it was the kids that now were part of our program, the athletes that had special skills, so to say, in their world, all of a sudden realized that the world was a different place, and it made a big difference in the community. People supported us in a different way. I was just really proud to have that as kind of a feather in my calf for being there and recognizing that and doing it was great. Michael Hingson  17:08 So cool. And now, where are you now? I'm in West Houston. That's right, you're in Houston now. So yeah, Katie, Texas area. Yeah, you've moved around well, so you, you started coaching. And how long did you? Did you do that? Greg Hess  17:30 Well, I coached for 14 years in basketball, right? And then I went into business after I graduated my MBA, and I chased the learning curve. Michael, of that learning curve I talked about a few minutes ago. You know, it was the graphical user interface and the compute and how all that was going to affect us going forward. And I continued to chase that learning curve, and had all kinds of roles and positions in the process, and they paid me a little more money as I went along. It was great. Ended up being the chief advisor for cloud services at Halliburton. Yeah, so I was an upstream guy, if you know that, I mean seismic data, and where we're storing seismic data now, the transition was going, I'm not putting that in the cloud. You kidding me? That proprietary data? Of course, today we know how we exist, but in those days, we had to, you know, build little separate silos to carry the data and deliver it accordingly for the geophysicists and people to make the decision on the drill bit. So we did really well at that in that role. Or I did really well and the team that I had just what did fantastic. You know, I was real proud I just got when I was having my 70th birthday party, I invited one of the individuals on that team, guy named Will Rivera. And will ended up going to Google after he'd worked us in there. I talked him into, or kind of convinced him so to say, or pushed him, however you do that in coaching. Coached him into getting an MBA, and then he's gone on and he tells me, You better be sitting down, coach. When he talked to him a couple days ago, I just got my PhD from George Washington University in AI technology, and I just turned inside out with happiness. It was so thrilling to hear that you know somebody you'd worked with. But while I was at Halliburton, I got diagnosed with pancreatic cancer, Michael, and so that's what changed me into where I am today, as a transition and transformation. Michael Hingson  19:21 Well, how did that happen? Because I know usually people say pancreatic cancer is pretty undetectable. How did it happen that you were fortunate enough to get it diagnosed? It obviously, what might have been a somewhat early age or early early Greg Hess  19:35 time, kind of a miracle, I guess. You know. I mean, I was traveling to my niece's high school graduation in Helena, Montana. And when we were returning back to Houston, we flew through Denver, and I was suffering from some very serious a fib. Was going up 200 beats a minute, and, you know, down to 100 and it was, it was all. Over the place. And I got the plane. I wasn't feeling well, of course, and they put me on a gurney. And next thing you know, I'm on the way the hospital. And, you know, they were getting ready for an embolotic, nimbalism potential, those type of things. And, and I went to the hospital, they're testing everything out, getting, you know, saying, Well, before we put your put the shock paddles on your on your heart to get back, we better do a CAT scan. And so they CAT scan me, and came back from the CAT scan and said, Well, you know what, there's no blood clot issues, but this mass in your pancreas is a concern. And so that was the discovery of that. And 14 days from that point, I had had surgery. And you know, there was no guarantees even at that point, even though we, you know, we knew we were early that, you know, I had to get things in order. And I was told to put things in order, a little bit going into it. But miracles upon miracles, they got it all. I came away with a drainage situation where they drained my pancreas for almost six months. It was a terrible pancreatic fluids, not good stuff. It really eats up your skin, and it was bad news. But here I am, you know, and when I came away from that, a lot of people thought I was going to die because I heard pancreatic cancer, and I got messages from people that were absolutely powerful in the difference I'd made in their life by being a coach and a mentor and helping them along in their life, and I realized that the big guy upstairs saved me for a reason, and I made my put my stake in the ground, and said, You know what? I'm going to do this the best I can, and that's what I've been doing for the last eight years. Michael Hingson  21:32 So what caused the afib? Greg Hess  21:35 Yeah, not sure. Okay, so when they came, I became the clipboard kid a little bit, you know. Because what the assumption was is that as soon as I came out of surgery, and they took this tumor out of me, because I was in a fib, throughout all of surgery, AFib went away. And they're thinking now, the stress of a tumor could be based on the, you know, it's a stress disease, or so on the a fib, there could be high correlation. And so they started looking into that, and I think they still are. But you know, if you got a fib, maybe we should look for tumors somewhere else is the potential they were thinking. And, yeah, that, Michael Hingson  22:14 but removing the tumor, when you tumor was removed, the AFib went away. Yeah, wow, Greg Hess  22:22 yeah, disappeared. Wow, yeah. Michael Hingson  22:26 I had someone who came on the podcast some time ago, and he had a an interesting story. He was at a bar one night. Everything was fine, and suddenly he had this incredible pain down in his his testicles. Actually went to the hospital to discover that he had very serious prostate cancer, and had no clue that that was even in the system until the pain and and so. But even so, they got it early enough that, or was in such a place where they got it and he's fine. Greg Hess  23:07 Wow, whoa. Well, stuff they do with medicine these days, the heart and everything else. I mean, it's just fantastic. I I recently got a new hip put in, and it's been like a new lease on life for me. Michael, I am, I'm golfing like I did 10 years ago, and I'm, you know, able to ride my bike and not limp around, you know, and with just pain every time I stepped and it's just so fantastic. I'm so grateful for that technology and what they can do with that. Michael Hingson  23:36 Well, I went through heart valve replacement earlier this year, and I had had a physical 20 years ago or or more, and they, they said, as part of it, we did an EKG or an echo cardiogram. And he said, You got a slightly leaky heart valve. It may never amount to anything, but it might well. It finally did, apparently. And so we went in and they, they orthoscopically went in and they replaced the valve. So it was really cool. It took an hour, and we were all done, no open heart surgery or anything, which was great. And, yeah, I know exactly what you mean. I feel a whole lot better Greg Hess  24:13 that you do does a lot. Yeah, it's fantastic. Well, making that commitment to coaching was a big deal for me, but, you know, it, it's brought me more joy and happiness. And, you know, I just, I'll share with you in terms of the why situation for me. When I came away from that, I started thinking about, why am I, kind of, you know, a lot of what's behind what you're what you're doing, and what brings you joy? And I went back to when I was eight years old. I remember dribbling the ball down the basketball court, making a fake, threw a pass over to one of my buddies. They scored the layup, and we won the game. That moment, at that time, passing and being a part of sharing with someone else, and growing as a group, and kind of feeling a joy, is what I continued to probably for. To all my life. You know, you think about success, and it's how much money you make and how much this and whatever else we were in certain points of our life. I look back on all this and go, you know, when I had real happiness, and what mattered to me is when I was bringing joy to others by giving assist in whatever. And so I'm at home now, and it's a shame I didn't understand that at 60 until I was 62 years old, but I'm very focused, and I know that's what brings me joy, so that's what I like to do, and that's what I do. Michael Hingson  25:30 I know for me, I have the honor and the joy of being a speaker and traveling to so many places and speaking and so on. And one of the things that I tell people, and I'm sure they don't believe it until they experience it for themselves, is this isn't about me. I'm not in it for me. I am in it to help you to do what I can to make your event better. When I travel somewhere to speak, I'm a guest, and my job is to make your life as easy as possible and not complicated. And I'm I know that there are a lot of people who don't necessarily buy that, until it actually happens. And I go there and and it all goes very successfully, but people, you know today, were so cynical about so many things, it's just hard to convince people. Greg Hess  26:18 Yeah, yeah. Well, I know you're speaking over 100 times a year these days. I think that's that's a lot of work, a lot of getting around Michael Hingson  26:27 it's fun to speak, so I enjoy it. Well, how did you get involved in doing things like managing the Magic Johnson camps? Greg Hess  26:37 Well, because I was doing my MBA and I was part of the basketball program at Cal Lu, you know, working under Mike Dunlap. It just he needed a little bit of organization on how to do the business management side of it. And I got involved with that. I had a lunch with magic, and then it was, well, gee, why don't you help us coordinate all our camps or all our station work? And so I was fortunate enough to be able to do that for him. I'll just share a couple things from that that I remember really well. One of the things that magic just kind of, I don't know, patted me on the back, like I'm a superstar in a way. And you remember that from a guy like magic, I put everybody's name on the side of their shoe when they register. Have 100 kids in the camp, but everybody's name is on the right side of their shoe. And magic saw that, and he realized being a leader, that he is, that he could use his name and working, you know, their name by looking there, how powerful that was for him to be more connected in which he wants to be. That's the kind of guy he was. So that was one thing, just the idea of name. Now, obviously, as a teacher, I've always kind of done the name thing, and I know that's important, but, you know, I second thing that's really cool with the magic camp is that the idea of camaraderie and kind of tradition and bringing things together every morning we'd be sitting in the gym, magic could do a little story, you know, kind of tell everybody something that would inspire him, you know, from his past and so on. But each group had their own sound off. Michael, so if he pointed at your group, it would be like, or whatever it was. Each group had a different type of sound, and every once in a while we'd use it and point it kind of be a motivator. And I never really put two and two together until the last day of the camp on Friday. Magic says, When I point to your group, make your sound. And so he starts pointing to all the different groups. And it turns out to be Michigan State Spartans fight song to the tee. Figured that out. It was just fantastic. It gives me chills just telling you about it now, remembering how powerful was when everybody kind of came together. Now, you being a speaker, I'm sure you felt those things when you bring everybody together, and it all hits hard, but that was, that was one I remember. Michael Hingson  28:50 Well, wow, that's pretty funny, cute, yeah, yeah. Well, I mean, he has always been a leader, and it's very clear that he was, and I remember the days it was Magic Johnson versus Larry Bird. Greg Hess  29:10 Yeah, yeah. Well, when he came to LA you know, they had Kareem and Byron Scott, a whole bunch of senior players, and he came in as a 19 year old rookie, and by the end of that year, he was leading that team. Yeah, he was the guy driving the ship all the time, and he loved to give those assists. He was a great guy for that. Michael Hingson  29:30 And that's really the issue, is that as a as a real leader, it wasn't all about him at all. It was about how he could enhance the team. And I've always felt that way. And I you know, when I hire people, I always told them, I figure you convince me that you can do the job that I hired you to do. I'm not going to be your boss and boss you around. What I want to do is to work with you and figure out how the talents that I have can complement the talents that you have so that we can. Enhance and make you more successful than you otherwise would be. Some people got it, and unfortunately, all too many people didn't, and they ended up not being nearly as successful. But the people who got it and who I had the joy to work with and really enhance what they did, and obviously they helped me as well, but we they were more successful, and that was what was really important. Greg Hess  30:24 Yeah, yeah, I appreciate that. It's not about controlling, about growing. I mean, people grow, grow, grow, and, you know, helping them certainly. There's a reason. There's no I in team, right? And we've heard that in many times before. It's all about the group, group, pulling together. And what a lot of fun to have working in all throughout my life, in pulling teams together and seeing that happen. You know, one plus one equals three. I guess we call it synergy, that type of thinking, Michael Hingson  30:56 Yeah, well, you've faced a lot of adversity. Is, is the pancreatic cancer, maybe the answer to this, but what? What's a situation where you've really faced a lot of adversity and how it changed your life? You know you had to overcome major adversity, and you know what you learned from it? Greg Hess  31:16 Sure, I think being 100% honest and transparent. I'd say I went through a divorce in my life, and I think that was the most difficult thing I've gone through, you know, times where I'm talking to myself and being crazy and thinking stupid things and whatever. And I think the adversity that you learn and the resilience that you learn as you go, hey, I can move forward. I can go forward. And when you you see the light on the other side, and you start to create what's what's new and different for you, and be able to kind of leave the pain, but keep the happiness that connects from behind and go forward. I think that was a big part of that. But having resilience and transforming from whatever the event might be, obviously, pancreatic cancer, I talked about a transformation there. Anytime we kind of change things that I think the unstoppable mindset is really, you know what's within this program is about understanding that opportunities come from challenges. When we've got problems, we can turn them into opportunities. And so the adversity and the resilience that I think I'd like to try to learn and build and be a part of and helping people is taking what you see as a problem and changing your mindset into making it an opportunity. Michael Hingson  32:40 Yeah, yeah. Well, you've obviously had things that guided you. You had a good sense of vision and so on. And I talked a lot about, don't let your sight get in the way of your vision. But how's a good sense of vision guided you when necessarily the path wasn't totally obvious to you, have you had situations like that? Absolutely. Greg Hess  33:03 And I think the whole whole I write about it in my book in peak experiences, about having vision in terms of your future self, your future, think where you're going, visualize how that's going to happen. Certainly, as a basketball player, I would play the whole game before the game ever happened by visualizing it and getting it in my mind as to how it was going to happen. I do that with golf today. I'll look at every hole and I'll visualize what that vision is that I want to have in terms of getting it done. Now, when I have a vision where things kind of don't match up and I have to change that on the fly. Well, that's okay, you know that that's just part of life. And I think having resilience, because things don't always go your way, that's for sure. But the mindset you have around what happens when they don't go your way, you know, is big. My as a coach, as a business coach today, every one of my clients write a three, three month or 90 day plan every quarter that gets down to what their personal goal is, their must have goal. And then another kind of which is all about getting vision in place to start putting in actual tactical strategies to make all of that happen for the 90 day period. And that's a big part, I think, of kind of establishing the vision in you got to look in front of us what's going to happen, and we can control it if we have a good feel of it, you know, for ourselves, and get the lives and fulfillment we want out of life. I think, yeah, Michael Hingson  34:39 you've clearly been pretty resilient in a lot of ways, and you continue to exhibit it. What kinds of practices and processes have you developed that help you keep resilience personally and professionally? Greg Hess  34:54 I think one of them for sure is that I've I've lived a life where I've spent you. I'm going to say five out of seven days where I will do a serious type of workout. And right now bike riding. I'll ride several days a week, and, you know, get in 10 to 15 miles, not a lot, but, I mean, I've done but keeping the physical, physical being in the time, just to come down the time to think about what you're doing, and at the same time, for me, it's having a physical activity while I'm doing that, but it's a wind down time. I also do meditation. Every morning. I spend 15 minutes more or less doing affirmations associated to meditation, and that's really helped me get focused in my day. Basically, I look at my calendar and I have a little talk with every one of the things that are on my calendar about how I'm setting my day, you know? And that's my affirmation time. But yeah, those time things, I think report having habits that keep you resilient, and I think physical health has been important for me, and it's really helped me in a lot of ways at the same time, bringing my mind to, I think, accepting, in a transition of learning a little bit accepting the platinum rule, rather than the golden rule, I got to do unto others as they'd like to be treated by me. I don't need to treat people like they'd like to like I'd like to be treated. I need to treat them how they'd like to be treated by me, because they're not me, and I've had to learn that over time, better and better as I've got older. And how important that is? Michael Hingson  36:33 Well, yeah, undoubtedly, undoubtedly so. And I think that we, we don't put enough effort into thinking about, how does the other person really want to be treated? We again, it gets back, maybe in to a degree, in to our discussion about humor earlier we are we're so much into what is it all about for me, and we don't look at the other person, and the excuse is, well, they're not looking out for me. Why should I look out for them? Greg Hess  37:07 You know, one of the biggest breakthroughs I've had is working with a couple that own a business and Insurance Agency, and the they were doing okay when I started, when they've done much better. And you know, it's besides the story. The big part of the story is how they adjusted and adapted, and that she I think you're probably familiar with disc and I think most people that will be listening on the podcast are but D is a high D, dominant kind of person that likes to win and probably doesn't have a lot of time for the other people's feelings. Let's just put it that way to somebody that's a very high seed is very interested in the technology and everything else. And the two of them were having some challenges, you know, and and once we got the understanding of each other through looking at their disc profiles, all of a sudden things cleared up, a whole, whole bunch. And since then, they've just been a pinnacle of growth between the two of them. And it was just as simple as getting an understanding of going, you know, I got to look at it through your eyes, rather than my eyes. When it comes to being a leader in this company and how sure I'm still going to be demanding, still I'm going to be the I'm not going to apologize about it, but what I got him to do is carry a Q tip in his pocket, and so every time she got on him, kind of in the Bossy way. He just took out, pulled out the Q tip, and I said, that stands for quit taking it personal. Don't you love it? Michael Hingson  38:29 Yeah, well, and it's so important that we learn to communicate better. And I'm sure that had a lot to do with what happened with them. They started communicating better, yeah, yeah. Do you ever watch Do you ever watch a TV show on the Food Network channel? I haven't watched it for a while. Restaurant impossible. Greg Hess  38:51 Oh, restaurant impossible. Yeah, I think is that guy? Michael Hingson  38:55 No, that's not guy. It's my Michael. I'm blanking out Greg Hess  39:00 whatever. He goes in and fixes up a restaurant. Michael Hingson  39:03 He fixes up restaurants, yeah, and there was one show where that exact sort of thing was going on that people were not communicating, and some of the people relatives were about to leave, and so on. And he got them to really talk and be honest with each other, and it just cleared the whole thing up. Greg Hess  39:25 Yeah, yeah. It's amazing how that works. Michael Hingson  39:28 He's He's just so good at at analyzing situations like that. And I think that's one of the things that mostly we don't learn to do individually, much less collectively, is we don't work at being very introspective. So we don't analyze what we do and why what we do works or doesn't work, or how we could improve it. We don't take the time every day to do that, which is so unfortunate. Greg Hess  39:54 Oh boy, yeah, that continuous improvement Kaizen, all of that type of world. Critical to getting better, you know. And again, that comes back, I think, a little bit to mindset and saying, Hey, I'm gonna but also systems. I mean, I've always got systems in place that go, let's go back and look at that, and how, what can we do better? And if you keep doing it every time, you know, in a certain period, things get a lot better, and you have very fine tuning, and that's how you get distinguished businesses. I think, yeah, Michael Hingson  40:27 yeah, it's all about it's all about working together. So go ahead, I Greg Hess  40:31 was working with a guy at Disney, or guy had been at Disney, and he was talking about how they do touch point analysis for every every place that a customer could possibly touch anything in whatever happens in their environment, and how they analyze that on a, I think it was a monthly, or even at least a quarterly basis, where they go through the whole park and do an analysis on that. How can we make it better? Michael Hingson  40:55 Yeah, and I'm sure a lot of that goes back to Walt having a great influence. I wonder if they're doing as much of that as they used to. Greg Hess  41:04 Yeah, I don't know. I don't know, yeah, because it's getting pretty big and times change. Hopefully, culture Go ahead. I was gonna say a cultural perspective. I just thought of something I'd share with you that when I went into West Lake Village High School as a basketball coach, I walked into the gym and there was a lot of very tall I mean, it's a very competitive team and a competitive school, 611, six, nine kids, you know, that are only 16 years old. And I looked around and I realized that I'm kid from Canada here, you know, I gotta figure out how to make this all work in a quick, fast, in a hurry way. And I thought these kids were a little more interested in looking good than rather being good. And I think I'd been around enough basketball to see that and know that. And so I just developed a whole philosophy called psycho D right on the spot almost, which meant that we were going to build a culture around trying to hold teams under a common goal of 50 points, common goal, goal for successful teams. And so we had this. I started to lay that out as this is the way this program is going to work, guys and son of a gun, if we didn't send five of those guys onto division one full rides. And I don't think they would have got that if they you know, every college coach loves a kid who can play defense. Yeah, that's what we prided ourselves in. And, of course, the band got into it, the cheerleaders got into it, the whole thing. Of course, they bring in that special olympics thing, and that's part of that whole culture. Guess what? I mean, we exploded for the really powerful culture of of a good thing going on. I think you got to find that rallying point for all companies and groups that you work with. Don't you to kind of have that strong culture? Obviously, you have a very huge culture around your your world. Michael Hingson  42:54 Well, try and it's all about again, enhancing other people, and I want to do what I can do, but it's all about enhancing and helping others as well. Yeah. How about trust? I mean, that's very important in leadership. I'm sure you would, you would agree with that, whereas trust been a major part of things that you do, and what's an example of a place where trust really made all the difference in leadership and in endeavor that you were involved with? Greg Hess  43:29 Yeah, so often, clients that I've had probably don't have the they don't have the same knowledge and background in certain areas of you know, we all have to help each other and growing and having them to trust in terms of knowing their numbers and sharing with me what their previous six month P and L, or year to date, P and L, that kind of thing, so that I can take that profit and loss and build out a pro forma and build where we're going with the business. There's an element of trust that you have to have to give somebody all your numbers like that, and I'm asking for it on my first coaching session. And so how do I get that trust that quickly? I'm not sure exactly. It seems to work well for me. One of the things that I focus on in understanding people when I first meet and start to work with them is that by asking a simple question, I'll ask them something like, how was your weekend? And by their response, I can get a good bit of an idea whether I need to get to get them to trust me before they like me, or whether they get to get them to like me before they trust me. And if the response is, had a great weekend without any social response at all connected to it, then I know that I've got to get those people to trust me, and so I've got to present myself in a way that's very much under trust, where another the response might be. Had a great weekend, went out golfing with my buddies. Soon as I hear with the now I know I need to get that person to like. Me before they trust me. And so that's a skill set that I've developed, I think, and just recognizing who I'm trying and building trust. But it's critical. And once, once you trust somebody, and you'd show and they, you don't give them reason to not trust you, you know, you show up on time, you do all the right things. It gets pretty strong. Yeah, it doesn't take but, you know, five or six positive, that's what the guy said he's going to do. He's done it, and he's on top of it to start trusting people. I think, Well, Michael Hingson  45:31 I think that that trust is all around us. And, you know, we we keep hearing about people don't trust each other, and there's no trust anymore in the world. I think there's a lot of trust in the world. The issue isn't really a lack of trust totally. It's more we're not open to trust because we think everyone is out to get us. And unfortunately, there are all too many ways and times that that's been proven that people haven't earned our trust, and maybe we trusted someone, and we got burned for it, and so we we shut down, which we shouldn't do, but, but the reality is that trust is all around us. I mean, we trust that the internet is going to keep this conversation going for a while. I shouldn't say that, because now we're going to disappear, right? But, but, trust is really all around us, and one of the things that I tell people regularly is, look, I want to trust and I want people to trust me. If I find that I am giving my trust to someone and they don't reciprocate or they take advantage of it. That tells me something, and I won't deal with that person anymore, but I'm not going to give up on the idea of trust, because trust is so important, and I think most people really want to trust and I think that they do want to have trusting relationships. Greg Hess  47:02 Yeah, totally agree with you on that, you know. And when it's one of those things, when you know you have it, you don't have to talk about it, you just have it, you know, it's there, right? Michael Hingson  47:16 Yeah, and then, well, it's, it's like, I talk about, well, in the book that I wrote last year, live, it was published last year, live like a guide dog. Guide Dogs do love unconditionally, I'm absolutely certain about that, but they don't trust unconditionally. But the difference between them and us, unless there's something that is just completely traumatized them, which isn't usually the case, they're open to trust, and they want to trust and they want to develop trusting relationships. They want us to be the pack leaders. They know we're supposed to be able to do that. They want to know what we expect of them. But they're open to trust, and even so, when I'm working with like a new guide dog. I think it takes close to a year to really develop a full, complete, two way trusting relationship, so that we really essentially know what each other's thinking. But when you get that relationship, it's second to none. Greg Hess  48:15 Yeah, isn't that interesting? How long were you with Rosella? Before the event, Michael Hingson  48:21 Rosella and I were together. Let's see we Oh, what was it? It was February or May. No, it was the November of 1999 so it was good two year. Good two years. Yeah, wow, yeah. So, you know, we we knew each other. And you know, even so, I know that in that in any kind of a stressful situation, and even not in a stressful situation, my job is to make sure that I'm transmitting competence and trust to Roselle, or now to Alamo. And the idea is that on September 11, I all the way down the stairs just continue to praise her, what a good job. You're doing a great job. And it was important, because I needed her to know first of all that I was okay, because she had to sense all of the concern that people had. None of us knew what was going on on the stairwell, but we knew that something was going on, and we figured out an airplane hit the building because we smelled jet fuel, but we didn't know the details, but clearly something was going on, so I needed to send her the message, I'm okay, and I'm with you and trust you and all that. And the result of that was that she continued to be okay, and if suddenly she were to suddenly behave in a manner that I didn't expect, then that would tell me that there's something different and something unusual that's going on that I have to look for. But we didn't have to have that, fortunately, which was great. It's. About trust, and it's all about developing a two way trust, yeah, Greg Hess  50:05 yeah, amazing. Well, and it's funny how, when you say trust, when in a situation where trust is lost, it's not so easily repaired, no, Michael Hingson  50:16 you know, yeah. And if it's really lost, it's because somebody's done something to betray the trust, unless somebody misinterprets, in which case you've got to communicate and get that, that that confidence level back, which can be done too. Greg Hess  50:33 Yeah, yeah. Important to be tuned and tuned into that, Michael Hingson  50:40 but it is important to really work to develop trust. And as I said, I think most people want to, but they're more often than not, they're just gun shy, so you have to really work at developing the trust. But if you can do it, what a relationship you get with people. Greg Hess  50:57 Circumstances, you know, and situational analysis change the level of trust, of course, in so many ways. And some people are trusting people where they shouldn't, you know, and in the right in the wrong environment. Sometimes you know, you have to be aware. I think people are fearful of that. I mean, just even in our electronic world, the scammers and those people you gotta, we get, we get one or two of those, you know, messages every day, probably people trying to get you to open a bank account or something on them. Better be aware. Don't want to be losing all your money. Yeah, but it's not to have trust, right? Michael Hingson  51:41 Yeah, it's one we got to work on well, so you you support the whole concept of diversity, and how has embracing diversity of people, perspectives or ideas unlocked new opportunities for you and the people you work with. Greg Hess  52:00 I got a great story for you on that. Michael A when I got into this coaching business, one of the one of the clients I was lucky enough to secure was a group called shredding on the go. And so the mother was kind of running the show, but her son was the president, and kind of the one that was in charge of the company. Now he's wheelchair, 100% wheelchair bound, nonverbal, very, very, I don't remember the exact name, but I mean very, very restrictive. And so what she figured out in time was his young is that he could actually take paper and like putting paper into a shredder. So she grew the idea of saying, Gosh, something James can do, we can build a business. This, this kid's, you know, gonna, I'm gonna get behind this and start to develop it. And so she did, and we created, she had created a company. She only had two employees when she hired me, but we went out and recruited and ended up growing it up to about 20 employees, and we had all the shredders set up so that the paper and all of our delivery and so on. And we promoted that company and supporting these people and making real money for real jobs that you know they were doing. So it was all, you know, basically all disabled autism to, you name it. And it was just a great experience. And so we took that show to the road. And so when we had Earth Day, I'd go out and we'd have a big event, and then everybody would come in and contribute to that and be a part of growing that company. Eventually, we got to the company to the point where the mother was worried about the the owner, the son's health was getting, you know, his life expectancy is beyond it, and she didn't want to have this company and still be running and when he wasn't there. And so we worked out a way to sell the company to a shredding company, of course, and they loved the the client. We had over 50 clients going, and they ended up making quite a bit of money that they put back into helping people with disabilities. So it was just a great cycle and a great opportunity to do that and give people an opportunity. I got to be their business coach, and what a lot of fun I included myself in the shredding I was involved with all parts of the company, and at one point, what a lot of fun I had with everybody. Michael Hingson  54:22 Yeah, yeah. There's something to be said for really learning what other people do in a company and learning the jobs. I think that's important. It's not that you're going to do it every day, but you need to develop that level of understanding. Greg Hess  54:37 Michael, you'll love this. Our best Shredder was blind. She did more than anybody, and she was blind. People go, you can't be doing that when you're What do you mean? She had it figured out. Yeah. Michael Hingson  54:48 What's the deal? Yeah, no, Shredder doesn't overheat, you know? But that's another step, yeah. So what's an example you've worked with a lot of teams. And so on. What's an example where a collaborative effort really created something and caused something to be able to be done that otherwise wouldn't have happened? Right? Greg Hess  55:10 Well, I referred back real quickly to the psycho D thing, where he had a common goal, common pride in taking it, and we just were on it. And I think that was a really, really transformational kind of thing to make everybody better as one whole area in a team. Now that's probably the first thing that comes to mind. I think the the idea of bringing the team together, you know, and really getting them to all work as one is that everybody has to understand everybody else's action plan. What's their plan? What is their vision? Where are they going in terms of, you know, playing basketball, to whether you're on the sales team, whether you're on the marketing team, or whatever part of the business you're in, do you have an action plan? And you can openly show that, and you feel like you're 100% participating in the group's common goal. I can't over emphasize an element of a common goal. I think, in team building, whatever that may be, you know, typically, the companies I'm working with now, we try to change it up every quarter, and we shoot quarter by quarter to a common goal that we all and then we build our plans to reach and achieve that for each individual within a company. And it works really well in building teams. And it's a lot of fun when everything comes together. You know, example of how a team, once you built that, and the team's there, and then you run into adversity, we have a team of five people that are selling insurance, basically, and one of them lost her father unexpectedly and very hard, Hispanic, Hispanic background, and just devastating to her and to her mother and everything. Well, we've got a machine going in terms of work. And so what happened is everybody else picked up her piece, and all did the parts and got behind her and supported her. And it took her about five months to go through her morning phase, and she's come back, and now she's going to be our top employee. Now going forward, it's just amazing how everybody rallied around her. We were worried about her. She comes back, and she's stronger than ever, and she'd had her time, and it was just nice to see the team of a group of company kind of treat somebody like family. That's a good thing. Michael Hingson  57:30 That's cool. What a great story. What mindset shift Do you think entrepreneurs and leaders really need to undergo in order to be successful. Greg Hess  57:45 Boy, you know, we talked a little bit earlier about the idea of looking through it, through other people's eyes, right? And then as a leader, you know, the same thing you were mentioning earlier, Michael, was that you draw the strength out of the people, rather than demand kind of what you want them to do in order to get things done, it's build them up as people. And I think that that's a critical piece in in growing people and getting that whole element of leadership in place. Yeah, what was the other part of that question? Again, let me give you another piece of that, because I think of some Go ahead. Yeah. I was just remember, what did you ask me again, I want to make sure I'm right Michael Hingson  58:28 from your books and coaching work. The question was, what kind of mindset shift Do you think that entrepreneurs and leaders have to adopt? Greg Hess  58:39 Yeah, yeah. So that's one part of the mindset, but the big one is recognizing that it's a growth world that we need to look at how we can grow our company, how we can grow individuals, how we can all get better and continuous improvement. And I think that is an example of taking a problem and recognizing as an opportunity. And that's part of the mindset right there that you got to have. I got a big problem here. How are we going to make that so that we're we're way better from that problem each time it happens and keep improving? Michael Hingson  59:10 Yeah, that makes sense. Well, if you could leave everyone who's listening and watching this today with one key principle that would help them live and lead with an unstoppable mindset. What would that be? What, what? What advice do you have? Greg Hess  59:30 Yeah, my advice is make sure you understand your passion and what, what your purpose is, and have a strong, strong desire to make that happen. Otherwise, it's not really a purpose, is it? And then be true to yourself. Be true to yourself in terms of what you spend your time on, what you do, in terms of reaching that purpose. It's to be the best grandparent there you can be in the world. Go get it done, but make sure you're spending time to grandkids. Don't just talk it so talks cheap and action matters. You know, and I think, figure out where you're spending your time and make sure that fits in with what you really want to gather happen in your life and fulfilling it. Michael Hingson  1:00:09 Well, I like that talks cheap and action matters. That's it. Yeah, I tell that. I tell that to my cat all the time when she doesn't care. But cats are like that? Well, we all know that dogs have Masters, but cats have staff, so she's a great kitty. That's good. It's a wonderful kitty. And I'm glad that she's in my life, and we get to visit with her every day too. So it works out well, and she and the Dog get along. So, you know, you can't do better than that. That's a good thing. Well, I want to thank you for being here. This has been absolutely super. I we've I think we've talked a lot, and I've learned a lot, and I hope other people have too, and I think you've had a lot of good insights. If people would like to reach out to you and maybe use your services as a coach or whatever, how do they do that? Greg Hess  1:01:00 Well, my website is coach, hess.com Michael Hingson  1:01:06 H, E, S, S, Greg Hess  1:01:07 yeah, C, O, A, C, H, H, E, S, s.com, that's my website. You can get a hold of me at coach. At coach, hess.com that's my email. Love to hear from you, and certainly I'm all over LinkedIn. My YouTube channel is desk of coach s. Got a bunch of YouTubes up there and on and on. You know, all through the social media, you can look me up and find me under Coach. Coach S, is my brand Cool? Michael Hingson  1:01:38 Well, that it's a well worth it brand for people to go interact with, and I hope people will so Oh, I appreciate that. Well, I want to thank you all for listening and watching us today. Reach out to coach Hess, I'd love to hear from you. Love to hear what you think of today's episode. So please give us an email at Michael H i, at accessibe, A, C, C, E, S, S, i, b, e.com, wherever you're monitoring our podcast, please give us a five star rating. We value it. And if you know anyone who might be a good guest to come on and tell their story, please introduce us. We're always looking for more people to come on and and chat with us. Coach you as well. If you know anyone, I'm sure you must love to to get more people. Now, if you could get Magic Johnson, that'd be super but that's probably a little tougher, but it'd be, it'd be fun. Any, anyone t

REPOST EPISODE: On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with John Hewlett, the founder and formulator of the game-changing nitric oxide supplement, Cardio Miracle. After a life-threatening heart condition and a family history of cardiovascular disease, Hewlett walked away from a lucrative career in finance to dedicate his life to developing the most complete nitric oxide supplement in the world.He shares the science behind nitric oxide's role as the body's “miracle molecule,” how Cardio Miracle combines over 50 plant-based, bioavailable nutrients to improve circulation, reduce inflammation, boost energy, and even enhance neurological health. From elite athlete recovery to diabetes support and dementia prevention, Hewlett explains why nitric oxide optimization could be the single most important step you take for your health.Listeners can try Cardio Miracle for themselves—backed by a money-back guarantee—at CardioMiracle.com/theultimateassist

The latest episode of Running It Back dives into the "unceremonious" exit of Chris Paul from the Los Angeles Clippers, a move Mike Palmer views as a masterstroke in locker room management. Mike and Tarlin Ray are joined for the first time by Isaac Tellechea, the newest addition to the Running It Back team who will be helping behind the scenes and joining the occasional taping. Isaac jumps right into the fire, offering a Miami Heat fan's perspective on what real veteran leadership looks like versus the "Too Alpha" style that might be holding CP3 back in his twilight years. The trio debates whether Chris Paul's legendary high expectations have crossed the line into toxicity. Tarlin, the resident "Chris Paul Apologist," argues that a 6-foot point guard who controls the game with a legendary IQ deserves a sunset tour. Mike, however, isn't buying the "Point God" narrative without a championship ring to back it up, suggesting that CP3's rigid style makes him less of a leader and more of a "ball-dominant" force that can eventually alienate a roster. The conversation covers the aging Clippers roster and the friction caused when Paul reportedly tried to switch defensive assignments for Kawhi Leonard, which legendary coach Jeff Van Gundy noted was outside Paul's latitude. Isaac compares Paul's current stage to Udonis Haslem, questioning why CP3 hasn't transitioned into a "Yoda-like" player-coach role that elevates teammates without the alpha friction. The guys also engage in a lightning round ranking Paul against the likes of Isiah Thomas, Jason Kidd, and John Stockton, while wondering if there's a graceful ending left for him—perhaps babysitting Bronny on the Lakers. Episode Time Stamps [00:00:00] Welcome to Running it Back: Leadership and Point Gods. [00:01:00] Introducing Isaac Tellechea: The newest "eyeball witness" to the pod. [00:01:50] Fantasy Football updates and the status of Tarlin's dog, Chia. [00:02:40] The "unceremonious" Clippers exit: Chris Paul sent home. [00:05:00] Friction with Kawhi Leonard and Jeff Van Gundy's reaction. [00:07:50] The Alpha Debate: Does leadership require a "chip" for validation? [00:12:30] Comparing leadership: Steve Jobs and driving results through "toxic" environments. [00:15:30] "Too Alpha": Comparing CP3 to Jordan, Kobe, and Jalen Brunson. [00:18:40] The Udonis Haslem (UD) comparison: Learning to downshift leadership. [00:20:50] CP3's Phoenix impact vs. his current statistical "downshift". [00:25:20] The Russ (Westbrook) vs. CP3 comparison: Wild energy vs. calculated dominance. [00:26:40] Lightning Round: Ranking the greatest PG leaders in NBA history. [00:30:50] Future Forecast: Would you hire Chris Paul as a head coach? [00:32:30] Final thoughts on CP3's legacy and wrapping up Isaac's debut.

REPOST: In this episode of "The Ultimate Assist," we sit down with Dr. Craig Buhler, the well-known chiropractor who played a pivotal role in keeping NBA legend John Stockton in peak condition throughout his 24-year career. Dr. Buhler shares behind-the-scenes stories from his time with the Utah Jazz, revealing the secrets behind their league-leading low injury rates. Discover how Dr. Buhler's Advanced Muscle Integration Technique (A.M.I.T.) contributed to the team's success and longevity. Whether you're an athlete aiming for optimal performance or someone interested in innovative health strategies, this conversation offers valuable insights into maintaining peak physical condition.  Find out how you can live your life injury free.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with tech billionaire Steve Kirsch—the inventor behind the optical mouse and a Silicon Valley success story who says he never intended to enter the vaccine debate… until the data forced him to.Kirsch recounts the moment he says everything changed: stories of sudden deaths, heart attacks minutes after vaccination, and what he describes as “too many black swans” to ignore. Now founder of the Vaccine Safety Research Foundation, he walks through why he believes the Covid vaccines failed basic safety standards, how FDA and CDC safety signals were ignored, and why no autopsies were required even as serious adverse events mounted.From offering millions to debate vaccine proponents, to citing government data from the Czech Republic, to accusing regulators and media of protecting an agenda over public health, Kirsch lays out one of the most uncompromising critiques yet of the pandemic response.Love him or hate him, this episode is a raw, data-driven challenge to the phrase that defined an era: “safe and effective.”

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with NFL icon Bill Romanowski, one of the toughest and most durable players in league history — and a man whose career was shaped as much by unconventional recovery as it was by raw intensity.Romanowski opens up about the real secret behind playing 243 straight NFL games: his devotion to soft-tissue work, hyper-focused training, and the groundbreaking chiropractic method known as AMIT (Advanced Muscle Integration Technique) developed by Dr. Craig Buhler. From emergency late-night treatments to miracle recoveries that defied team trainers, “Romo” shares how Buhler became his hidden weapons — helping him bounce back from injuries that should have ended seasons, if not careers.He also discusses his obsession with preparation, hiring Olympic sprint coaches, demanding better nutrition for teammates, building in-house recovery teams, and pioneering what NFL performance could — and should — look like.An inspiring, candid, and high-octane conversation with a man who refused to let pain, age, or expectations define his limits.

Chris Paul a longtemps été considéré comme l'incarnation du meneur parfait : vision du jeu unique, science du pick-and-roll, clutch, leadership naturel et deuxième meilleur passeur de tous les temps. Mais où le placer dans la hiérarchie ultime aux côtés de Magic Johnson, Stephen Curry, Isaiah Thomas, John Stockton ou encore Jason Kidd ? Avec un palmarès collectif limité mais une influence immense sur chaque équipe traversée, CP3 divise autant qu'il fascine.Avec Fred Weis et Baptiste Denis.Jacques Monclar, Rémi Reverchon, Mary Patrux, Xavier Vaution, Fred Weis et Chris Singleton décryptent l'actualité de la NBA dans le Podcast NBA Extra, présenté par Nicolas Sarnak et Baptiste Denis.En complément de l'émission lancée en 2012, beIN SPORTS a créé, avec ce podcast, un nouveau format pour revenir en profondeur sur la ligue nord-américaine de basketball. Chaque semaine, les membres de l'émission débattent autour de trois thèmes majeurs, qui font l'actualité de la NBA.Un podcast à retrouver aussi sur Youtube : https://tinyurl.com/y4sabkns Hébergé par Audion. Visitez https://www.audion.fm/fr/privacy-policy pour plus d'informations.

LeBron James is redefining what longevity looks like in the NBA. In this episode, we break down his late-career production from ages 37 through 41 and compare it to legends like Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and John Stockton. Using advanced metrics like PER, True Shooting Percentage, and Game Score, we highlight why LeBron's age-40 season stands alone in NBA history—and what his sudden decline at 41 might really mean.We also discuss how rare it is for any player past 40 to deliver elite performances, why LeBron's efficiency still outpaced other all-time greats at the same age, and what fans should realistically expect moving forward. If you follow NBA analytics, sports history, or LeBron's incredible career, this breakdown is must-watch.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with one of the most provocative voices in modern alternative medicine: Dr. Tom Cowan. Known for challenging the core assumptions of virology, evolution, heart physiology, and conventional health science, Dr. Cowan dismantles what he calls “120 years of made-up biology” — from the existence of viruses, to the real cause of heart attacks, to whether evolution itself ever happened.In this intense and mind-bending conversation, Dr. Cowan explains why he believes modern science abandoned observation for ideology, why contagion studies fail, how fear became the primary weapon of public health, and why the human body is actually an electromagnetic water-based system—not a machine built from atoms.Whether you agree with him or not, this episode forces listeners to confront the foundations of everything they've been taught about health, disease, and what truly makes us sick. A gripping conversation that pushes the boundaries of inquiry and challenges the agenda behind mainstream scientific narratives.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with the legendary “Father of Function,” Gary Gray, for a conversation that cuts straight against the grain of modern healthcare and performance science.Gray argues that today's medical and athletic systems are trapped in a symptom-first agenda, ignoring the real root causes behind pain, injury, and the explosion of chronic dysfunction in both kids and elite athletes. From calling out outdated physical therapy methods to exposing how schools and sports programs have abandoned true movement literacy, Gray lays out a radically different vision for human health — one built on biomechanics, curiosity, and reclaiming our natural ability to move.He also reveals Free to Play, his nationwide plan to rebuild children's health from the ground up by teaching foundational movement patterns and generosity literacy — a direct challenge to the system he believes is failing America's next generation.A provocative, energizing episode that questions the old rules and spotlights a movement expert determined to rewrite the agenda for health, youth development, and human potential.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with world-renowned cardiologist Dr. Aseem Malhotra, whose outspoken reversal on the Covid-19 vaccines has ignited global controversy. After taking the shots himself — and losing his own father to a sudden cardiac event — Dr. Malhotra began uncovering what he calls serious flaws in vaccine data, pharma influence, metabolic health failures, and the modern medical system itself.From questioning Pfizer's original trial claims to exposing the forgotten drivers of chronic disease, Dr. Malhotra delivers one of the most provocative health conversations yet — challenging everything we were told about Covid, immunity, nutrition, and heart health.This episode is sharp, fearless, and impossible to ignore.

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On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Dr. Meryl Nass — a board-certified internist, biological warfare expert, and outspoken critic of modern medicine's direction.From investigating anthrax to challenging Covid-19 vaccine policies, Dr. Nass has spent decades exposing what she calls the deep capture of health and agriculture by pharmaceutical and corporate monopolies. She shares why she believes America's food system is being deliberately weakened — from chemical-laden crops and collapsing small farms to vaccine mandates that threaten medical freedom.In this provocative conversation, Dr. Nass calls for a “return to sanity” in medicine and farming, urging listeners to rebuild local food systems, reject corporate control, and fight for truth in science.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers welcome Warren Tredrea, one of the greatest Australian Rules footballers of all time — a former Port Adelaide captain, premiership player, and media personality — who found himself suddenly exiled for refusing to comply with Covid vaccine mandates.Once a national sporting hero, Tredrea was “cancelled” by his TV network and later removed from his beloved club's board after refusing to issue a scripted apology for another person's words on his podcast. His story is one of loyalty, conviction, and the high price of standing by your principles in an age when compliance became currency.Warren opens up about the moment he lost everything — his job, his income, and his reputation — and how he and his family endured the fallout. He also takes listeners behind the scenes of Australia's harsh lockdowns, the government's control tactics, and what he sees as a moral and cultural collapse within sport and media.From his court battles to his refusal to bend under social pressure, Tredrea's story is a raw and inspiring look at integrity under fire — and what true leadership looks like when the cost is everything you've built.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Dr. Geert Vanden Bossche, a world-renowned virologist and former insider at the World Health Organization, GAVI, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Once a respected vaccine developer, Dr. Vanden Bossche has become one of the most controversial voices in modern medicine — warning that mass vaccination during an active pandemic may be driving the world toward a catastrophic biological tipping point.In this riveting conversation, Dr. Vanden Bossche explains how immune pressure, viral mutation, and misguided public-health policy have created what he calls an “inescapable immune-escape pandemic.” Drawing on his decades of industry experience, he argues that today's Covid vaccines are not just failing — they're accelerating viral evolution and weakening human immunity on a global scale.Dubbed by some as “the doomsday virologist,” Vanden Bossche insists his predictions aren't fear-mongering but biology — a grim prophecy of what happens when science ignores natural immunity. He outlines how humanity might still recover, from strengthening innate immunity to restoring faith in truth-telling science.An eye-opening episode that forces listeners to confront the uncomfortable question: Have we triggered the next great collapse of human health — and can it still be stopped?

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with investigative author Peter A. Kirby, whose explosive new book Chemtrails Exposed: The New Manhattan Project uncovers what he calls the largest covert scientific operation in human history.Kirby traces the hidden evolution of geo-engineering and weather manipulation programs—linking them to intelligence agencies, Cold War technology, and the modern “chemtrail” phenomenon many now see streaking the skies above their own cities. He argues that a dangerous mixture of coal-fly ash, silver iodide, and electromagnetic energy is being used in secret atmospheric experiments with devastating ecological and human consequences.From wildfires and droughts to population control and mind-manipulation technologies, Kirby claims the evidence points to a shadow network of government and corporate actors shaping the planet's weather for profit and power. His research, documented through decades of declassified material, proposes that the so-called “New Manhattan Project” is rewriting the laws of nature—and the future of humanity.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers welcome Sally Fallon Morell, author of Nourishing Traditions and president of the Weston A. Price Foundation — a woman who's been challenging mainstream nutrition dogma for over two decades.From defending raw milk and butter to exposing the dangers of industrial seed oils, glyphosate, soy, and processed foods, Sally calls out the powerful food and pharmaceutical interests that have shaped what she calls a “profitable but poisonous” diet. She argues that modern nutrition has been hijacked by money, convenience, and ideology — leaving generations sicker, weaker, and less fertile.In this provocative conversation, Sally dismantles the myths behind “healthy oils,” the food pyramid, and pasteurization, and explains why whole animal fats, cod liver oil, and traditional diets hold the key to reversing modern disease. She even connects food choices to rising infertility, behavioral changes, and chronic illness — warning that the survival of future generations depends on rediscovering what our ancestors knew all along.

On this special bonus episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with acclaimed filmmaker Jeff Hays, producer of Toxic Nation — the first in a groundbreaking new film series from MAHA™ Films, made under license with the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA™) movement and with the blessing of RFK Jr. himself.Toxic Nation pulls no punches, exposing how everyday toxins in our food, water, and environment are quietly destroying America's health — and how the system meant to protect us has been captured by the very industries profiting from our sickness. From fluoride and glyphosate to seed oils and chemical additives, Hays and his team uncover the truth behind the chronic fatigue, inflammation, and anxiety plaguing millions.Watch Toxic Nation free for a limited time at MahaFilms.com — and join the movement to Make America Healthy Again. RFK Jr.'s leadership at HHS has faced massive opposition from entrenched interests, and this is a film that needs your support to spread.With three more films to follow, Toxic Nation marks the beginning of a vital new conversation about reclaiming health, truth, and accountability in America.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Karl Lambert, a nurse practitioner and founder of Pacific Northwest Wellness, who has become a bold voice against the mainstream medical narrative.Lambert recounts testifying before a Washington State health board, where he and other medical professionals presented compelling data against the continuation of Covid-19 vaccine policies—only to watch the board double down on mandates for children and adults. He also challenges the blind acceptance of Tylenol despite its impact on liver health and glutathione depletion, connecting the dots to how “standard protocols” may have worsened Covid outcomes.This conversation dives deep into the controversial crossroads of medicine: from AI-powered heart scans revealing unexpected inflammation in the vaccinated, to hormone disruption caused by food, plastics, and pharmaceuticals, to the untapped potential of peptides and natural therapies. Lambert argues that the insurance-driven “factory model” of medicine is broken—and only personalized, patient-focused care can turn the tide.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers welcome Dr. Danice Hertz, a gastroenterologist with over 40 years of medical practice, whose life was upended after taking the Covid-19 vaccine in December 2020. What began as blurred vision and facial burning within minutes spiraled into years of debilitating symptoms that left her abandoned by colleagues, gaslit by the system, and written off as a psychiatric case.In this explosive conversation, Dr. Hertz recounts how she went from a respected physician to a leading voice for the vaccine-injured—connecting with thousands worldwide, engaging directly with the NIH, and then watching support vanish under what she believes was pressure “from above.” She exposes the failure of informed consent, the silencing of injured patients, and the false narrative that serious vaccine injuries are “rare.”From the formation of React19 to the discovery that spike protein may persist in the body for years, Hertz shares why she now believes America's medical establishment has betrayed its duty, why many injured patients have lost hope—or even their lives—and what must be done to restore truth, accountability, and real science.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers welcome Debbi McCune, one of only a handful of certified dementia doulas in the United States. Debbi's work is both compassionate and controversial—guiding families through one of life's most heartbreaking journeys while challenging the medical establishment's limited toolkit of “two approved drugs” and a culture of denial.Drawing from personal experience caring for her husband, as well as professional training in dementia care, Montessori methods, and family coaching, Debbi reveals the raw realities behind the so-called “long goodbye.” She discusses why concussions, toxins, and even routine medical practices may be fueling the rise in dementia, and why many doctors still resist diagnosing it.From the daily frustrations of caregiving to the overlooked impact on athletes and veterans, this conversation exposes both the science and the stigma around dementia. McCune also offers practical guidance—how to recognize warning signs, support loved ones with dignity, and avoid the biggest mistakes families make when navigating cognitive decline.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Catherine Austin Fitts, former Assistant Secretary of Housing, investment banker, and founder of the Solari Report. Known for her fearless analysis of global finance, Catherine exposes how central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), “stablecoins,” and programmable money are paving the way for unprecedented social control.She explains why the Covid era was the largest wealth transfer in history, how government and corporate collusion drains family wealth, and why Main Street was deliberately shut down in favor of Wall Street consolidation. From the surveillance state to financial censorship, Catherine connects the dots on how technology, banking, and policy converge into a digital prison.But this episode isn't just about warning signs—it's about solutions. Catherine offers practical strategies for preserving financial sovereignty, from banking locally and using cash to investing in people, food, and real community wealth. Her message is clear: freedom in health, food, and money are inseparable—and the future depends on us reclaiming them.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers welcome two trailblazers at the cutting edge of medicine and law: Dr. Harry Adelson, a pioneer of stem cell therapy and founder of Dosere Clinics, and Dr. Chuck Meeker, a PhD scientist turned patent attorney specializing in biotech and FDA regulatory strategy.Together, they break down the science—and the controversy—behind regenerative medicine. From the healing power of bone marrow and birth tissue stem cells to the legal minefield created by the FDA, this episode goes deep on the clash between innovation and regulation. Adelson shares jaw-dropping success stories from patients who avoided joint replacements and chronic pain, while Meeker explains how federal red tape and Big Pharma interests shape the language doctors can even use when talking about stem cells.The conversation also touches on Covid-era vaccine injury, the hype vs. reality of medical tourism, and whether stem cells could be a viable solution for the body's most stubborn injuries.Want your question featured? Email us and join the conversation

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Episode 309 of “The Sports Experience Podcast” is here & we're back on the hardwood discussing John Stockton.Arguably the greatest Point Guard in NBA history. Stockton's journey to the NBA began in relative obscurity in his hometown of Spokane, Washington.After four years at Gonzaga in which he was the WCAC Player of the Year in 1984, Stockton then impressed the coaches of the U.S. Olympic Team that summer. Though he didn't survive the final cut, the Point Guard showed enough promise to be a first round pick in that June's NBA Draft by the Utah Jazz.In Utah, Stockton formed a lethal “Pick and Roll” duo with future Hall of Fame teammate, Karl Malone.During his 19-year career with Utah, Stockton was a 10x All-Star, led the league in assists nine times and became the all-time NBA leader in assists and steals. Though he never won an NBA Title, he did win two Gold Medals as a part of the Olympic teams in 1992 & 1996.Watch, Subscribe & Comment on All Platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/nz/podcast/the-sports-experience-podcast-with-chris-quinn/id1529622054Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1esgBLz04MZYrTgYMk5DvaConnect with us on Instagram!Chris Quinn: https://www.instagram.com/cquinncomedy/Dominic DiTolla: https://www.instagram.com/ditolladominic/Ty Engle:https://www.instagram.com/ty_englestudio/S.E.P.: https://www.instagram.com/thesportsexperiencepodcast/If you enjoy our podcast, please help support us:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-sports-experience-pod/support#sportspodcast#comedypodcast#johnstockton#utahjazz#nba#basketball

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Dr. Brian Hooker, scientist, autism dad, and chief scientific officer at Children's Health Defense, for one of the most explosive interviews yet.Dr. Hooker recounts his son's devastating vaccine injury, his whistleblower role in exposing the CDC's suppression of autism data, and the 16-year nightmare his family endured in vaccine court—only to be denied justice. He unpacks conflicts of interest in vaccine research, the dangers of mercury and aluminum still in shots, and how studies are manipulated to hide the truth. From shedding and genetic susceptibility to Tylenol's hidden role in vaccine injury, Hooker explains what mainstream science refuses to discuss.He also reveals the inside story of testifying alongside Senator Ron Johnson, how Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is shaking up the health establishment, and why new self-amplifying RNA vaccines could be the biggest threat yet.

In this episode of the Two Ds, One Podcast, hosts Dan and Mark discuss their recent vacation experiences, touching on the challenges of parenting, the humor found in family outings, and reflections on alcohol consumption. They delve into the evolution of language and profanity, share insights from the movie Team America, and explore the dynamics of their parenting styles. The conversation shifts to a discussion about baseball, focusing on the greatest players of all time (GOATs) and the significance of various achievements in the sport. The episode wraps up with a light-hearted look at the costs associated with family outings and the memories created during their time together. In this engaging conversation, Dan and Mark delve into the world of sports, discussing the impact of Jackie Robinson on baseball, debating the greatest players across various sports, and sharing nostalgic memories of legendary athletes. They explore the legacies of football icons, the unbreakable records of basketball greats like John Stockton, and even touch on the topic of gambling in sports, all while maintaining a light-hearted and humorous tone throughout. Takeaways Vacation hangovers are real and relatable. Humor is a key part of parenting. Language evolves over time, including profanity. Team America and South Park provide comedic insights. Parenting styles can vary greatly. Family vacations can lead to unexpected challenges. The cost of outings can be surprising. Baseball has a rich history of GOATs. Statistics in sports can be misleading. Memories created during vacations are invaluable. Jackie Robinson's impact on baseball was monumental. Debates about the greatest players often spark passionate discussions. Derek Jeter is considered one of the best-rounded players. Marshawn Lynch is celebrated for his unique personality and playing style. Barry Sanders is often regarded as one of the best running backs. Jerry Rice is widely recognized as the greatest wide receiver. John Stockton holds the record for the most assists in NBA history. The conversation about gambling in sports reveals personal insights. Nostalgia plays a significant role in discussions about sports legends. The camaraderie between sports fans is evident in their debates. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Dr. Kirk Moore, the Utah plastic surgeon who faced 35 years in prison for providing vaccine cards without the jab—and who recently received a pardon spearheaded by former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi.Dr. Moore recounts the legal ordeal, the ethical dilemmas, and the enormous personal risks he took in resisting mandates he believed were unconstitutional. From FBI raids to federal indictments, to viral speeches from his teenage son, Moore reveals how the government tried to make an example of him—and why he refused to back down.This gripping conversation cuts deep into censorship, medical freedom, and what it means to take a stand against overwhelming pressure.

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Hour 1 of Jake & Ben on August 18, 2025 It has not been officially reported yet, but rumor has it that BYU is expected to name Bear Bachmeier as the Starting Quarterback.  Top 3 Stories of the Day: Utah State has suspended Ike Larsen, Big 10 pushing for 24-team CFP Format, Mark Harlan opened up about navigating Revenue Sharing.  John Stockton said on a podcast that today's NBA is "Soft."

Jake & Ben Full Show from August 18, 2025 Hour 1 It has not been officially reported yet, but rumor has it that BYU is expected to name Bear Bachmeier as the Starting Quarterback.  Top 3 Stories of the Day: Utah State has suspended Ike Larsen, Big 10 pushing for 24-team CFP Format, Mark Harlan opened up about navigating Revenue Sharing.  John Stockton said on a podcast that today's NBA is "Soft." Hour 2 Zach Wilson, Jaxson Dart, and other Locals in the NFL are having strong preseasons.  What are your expectations for BYU if Bear Bachmeier is indeed the starting quarterback?  Where do you draw the line here?

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with John Hewlett, the founder and formulator of the game-changing nitric oxide supplement, Cardio Miracle. After a life-threatening heart condition and a family history of cardiovascular disease, Hewlett walked away from a lucrative career in finance to dedicate his life to developing the most complete nitric oxide supplement in the world.He shares the science behind nitric oxide's role as the body's “miracle molecule,” how Cardio Miracle combines over 50 plant-based, bioavailable nutrients to improve circulation, reduce inflammation, boost energy, and even enhance neurological health. From elite athlete recovery to diabetes support and dementia prevention, Hewlett explains why nitric oxide optimization could be the single most important step you take for your health.Listeners can try Cardio Miracle for themselves—backed by a money-back guarantee—at CardioMiracle.com/theultimateassist

On this episode of “Fearless,” host Jason Whitlock and guests Steve Kim and T.J. Moe hit the ground running with a high-energy discussion on Shedeur Sanders starting the Browns' preseason opener this Friday, the Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham possibly being targeted by another sex toy thrown onto the court during a game, John Stockton's criticism of LeBron James, and Howard Stern's show being axed. Sean McLean, a writer for the Wall Street Journal, joins the show to defend his opinion piece calling for the government to defend Caitlin Clark if the WNBA won't. During the As the WNBA Turns segment, Whitlock breaks down why the Fever played so poorly against the Sparks. Tons of interesting perspectives today — don't miss it! ​​Today's Sponsors: Relief Factor With Relief Factor, you'll feel better every day, and you'll live better every day. Get their 3-Week QuickStart for only $19.95 – that's less than a dollar a day. Call 1-800-4-Relief Or Visit ⁠https://ReliefFactor.com   Want more Fearless content? Subscribe to Jason Whitlock Harmony for a biblical perspective on everyday issues at https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony?sub_confirmation=1 Jeffery Steele and Jason Whitlock welcome musical guests for unique interviews and performances that you won't want to miss! Subscribe to https://youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG?sub_confirmation=1  We want to hear from the Fearless Army!! Join the conversation in the show chat, leave a comment or email Jason at FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com Get 10% off Blaze swag by using code Fearless10 at https://shop.blazemedia.com/fearless Make yourself an official member of the “Fearless Army!” Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. CLICK HERE to Subscribe to Jason Whitlock's YouTube: https://bit.ly/3jFL36G CLICK HERE to Listen to Jason Whitlock's podcast: https://apple.co/3zHaeLTCLICK HERE to Follow Jason Whitlock on X: https://bit.ly/3hvSjiJ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Dr. Mary Talley Bowden, a Houston-based ENT who treated over 6,000 Covid patients—and paid the price for speaking the truth. After advocating for early treatment options and questioning vaccine mandates, Dr. Bowden was publicly suspended by her hospital and branded a spreader of misinformation. But instead of backing down, she lawyered up, fought back, and became a national voice for medical freedom.In this explosive episode, she breaks down the FDA's suppression of ivermectin, her lawsuit against the federal government, the targeting of doctors like Kirk Moore, the long-term damage of Covid shots, and the broken system that keeps the injured in the shadows. This is a fearless, data-driven conversation about courage, corruption, and what it takes to stand against the machine—from one doctor who refuses to shut up and sit down.

The entirety of DJ & PK for August 5, 2025: HOUR ONE Recapping the night in sports Kevin Graham talking college and NFL football Eric Duft on Weber State Basketball and Jay Hill talking BYU football HOUR TWO What is Trending Hot Takes or Toast BYU ranked and Utah isn't - what gives? HOUR THREE Dustin Smith, QB Elite and Spanish Fork High School Brett McMurphy, On3.com and On3 Sports Big 12's rankings will be important HOUR FOUR John Stockon on NBA stars title chasing Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

Hour four for DJ & PK for August 5, 2025: John Stockon on NBA stars title chasing Slacker Radio Headlines Feedback of the Day

DJ & PK talked about former Utah Jazz star John Stockton and his thoughts about the modern day NBA where he thinks stars are taking shortcuts to winning titles.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton welcomes political outsider and veteran advocate Tiffany Smiley—a former nurse who stepped into battle with the VA, the media, and the Washington establishment after her husband was blinded in Iraq. Smiley shares how that life-altering moment launched her into public service, her controversial stance on Covid lockdowns and mandates, and the dark truths she uncovered while running for U.S. Senate. From government overreach to insider corruption and the broken media landscape, Tiffany pulls no punches. This is a fearless look at how real change starts far from Capitol Hill—with ordinary Americans who refuse to comply.

On today's episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with entrepreneur, chiropractor, and vaccine safety advocate Dr. Patrick Gentempo. From exposing government overreach during the COVID era to breaking down the dark realities behind vaccine mandates, Patrick doesn't hold back. He dives into the suppressed science, regulatory capture, and the long-term health consequences of pharmaceutical agendas. This is a no-fluff conversation on freedom, fraud, and fighting back—one starfish at a time.

On April 19, 2020, ESPN and Netflix released a landmark documentary series that was over two decades in the making, chronicling a behind the scenes look at the supremacy of Michael Jordan's last years in ChicagoAs Americans and people all across the globe were settling into an entirely new life of pandemic quarantine madness, The Last Dance was a much needed escape, and a fascinating glimpse into the life of one of the most popular figures in the history of sportsBut lost in the spectacle of MJ's unprecedented greatness, and ultimately reduced to something little more than a footnote in the pages of NBA history, the Utah Jazz came away emptied handed again and again, despite fielding a team that likely could have hoisted a championship banner, had they played in any other eraLed by a dynamic duo of John Stockton and Karl Malone, two players who still stand among the top 10 of all time at their respective positions, the Jazz had spent much of the late 80s and 90s just on the cusp of taking those final steps into championship gloryBut always for one reason or another, the stars never perfectly aligned for the team from Utah, and Stockton and Malone would find themselves forever on another and far less desirable all-time list: as some of the best players to never win a ring.In today's episode, we take the NBA time machine back to the 1990s, and explore the rise and fall of the team that tried and failed to steal the last dance, and find out just what went wrong for the Utah JazzThis is Once Upon a Dribble!(04:30) The Foundation - Background on the '80s Jazz(18:14) The Slow Climb - The Ups and Downs of the Early and Mid '90s(41:29) The 1996-97 Utah Jazz season(01:08:56) The 1997-98 Utah JazzCopyright Disclaimer: - Under section 107 of the copyright Act 1976, allowance is mad for FAIR USE for purpose such a as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statues that might otherwise be infringing. Non- Profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of FAIR USE.

In this episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Jenny Graham, a Washington State Representative, Army veteran, and survivor-turned-crusader for crime victims' rights. From exposing flaws in the criminal justice system to questioning election integrity, Jenny brings courage and clarity to issues most lawmakers won't touch. She shares her firsthand experiences with state corruption, the devastating loss of her sister to the Green River Killer, and why she believes Washington has become a test lab for radical policy shifts. This is a raw, fearless conversation about crime, censorship, gun rights, public safety—and what it truly means to represent the people.

In this episode of The Ultimate Assist, filmmaker Dean Rainey joins John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers to discuss his powerful new documentary, Why Can't We Talk About This?—a film that dares to say what others won't. Centered around one man's devastating post-jab injury, the film uncovers a chilling pattern of censorship, silence, and systemic betrayal. Rainey shares what he uncovered, why he risked his career to tell the story, and what it will take to break the stigma around Covid vaccine injuries. This is a conversation the media won't have—but we will.

In this episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers go deep with John Welbourn—former NFL lineman, founder of Power Athlete, and host of Power Athlete Radio. Welbourn shares how a decade in pro football shaped his brutal but brilliant approach to strength, discipline, and life after the game. But this conversation isn't just about the iron—it's about the gut. Literally. From fecal transplants to microbiome breakthroughs and why most Americans are sleepwalking through their health, Welbourn exposes the uncomfortable truths behind modern wellness, chronic disease, and the lazy path to societal collapse. Equal parts hard science and no-BS football grit, this is one of the most explosive conversations yet.

In this episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with filmmaker Matthew Lynn Guthrie, director of Follow the Silenced, a powerful and controversial documentary exposing the vaccine-injured and the system that tried to erase them. Guthrie unpacks how censorship, propaganda, and regulatory betrayal collided during COVID—and why telling the truth has now become an act of resistance. From covert FDA admissions to horrifying testimonies from silenced patients and whistleblowers, this episode explores the real-life thriller behind the rollout. Guthrie also gives a sneak peek into Bad Medicine, his next explosive film on hospital protocols and medical tyranny.

In this episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers welcome Dr. Jordan Vaughn, the physician making waves from Alabama to Capitol Hill. Known for his controversial stance on the Covid shot and his scathing testimony before Congress, Dr. Vaughn reveals what government agencies deliberately ignored about vaccine injuries, myocarditis, and microvascular damage. He breaks down how elite athletes and everyday patients alike are still suffering from long Covid and shot-related complications—and why the venous system, not just arteries, holds the key to understanding these mysterious health collapses. From military readiness to medical betrayal, this episode cuts through the narrative with clarity, courage, and compassion.

In this explosive episode of The Ultimate Assist, John Stockton and Ken Ruettgers sit down with Warren Phillips — better known to his 1M+ Instagram followers as @NonToxicDad — to uncover the hidden agenda driving America's chronic health crisis. From BPA-laced underwear and hormone-disrupting microplastics to EMFs, toxic mattresses, and Costco's chemical chickens, Warren pulls no punches.A former environmental consultant turned full-time truth-teller, Warren shares the shocking ways our homes, foods, and even clothing are making us sick — and how industry profits from our pain. We also dive into his new Amazon bestseller Non TOXIC LIVING, the community-powered wellness movement behind NonToxicDad.com, and his six-part investigative film series Home Sick Home at HomeSickHome.com.Whether you're detox-curious or deep in the trenches, this is a no-holds-barred breakdown of the real war on wellness — and how to reclaim your home, your health, and your future.

Kevin and Thom opened with Jayden Daniels topics including a recent photo that has people believing that he's stronger/bulkier than he was last year. The boys also talked about where Jayden might land on the "NFL Top 100" list that comes out later in the summer. Plenty on last night's Knicks-Pacers classic. Old-school NBA talk as well featuring Thom's latest You Tube fascination...John Stockton. The guys also with more on the "Tush Push" vote, thoughts on Dan Quinn's commencement speech at Salisbury, and lots more.