Podcasts about persevered

Part 2 of my conversation with guest Phil Stacey as we discuss our favorite American artists. Show notes: Jay's take after seeing Goose Took us a while to get into the show Phil's #6: Phish took over the jam band crown from the Dead Jay briefly met Trey Anastasio at UNH before they got famous Goose hasn't been accepted by the entire jam band audience Jay's #6: Originally had Van Halen ranked higher, but dropped them because of the Hagar years Combined Eddie VH's revolutionary guitar work with DLR's showmanship Eddie inspired a generation of guitarists and Dave inspired a generation of hard rock singers Phil's #5: Steely Dan spits in the face of being called "yacht rock" Went from a live act to a studio perfectionist act to a live act again Fagen and Becker were demanding taskmasters Jay's #5: The imperfect perfection of the Replacements They self-sabotaged whenever things were about to break for them Never got to see them live Phil's #4 and Jay's #3: The singular genius of Jimi Hendrix Hugely influential guitarist and performer Must have blown a lot of minds when he was around Jay's #4: Pixies were a major influence on the alternative rock sound that shaped the '90s The band's first stint (1986-93) was epic Introduced weirdness into indie rock Still touring behind their classic material but making new music as well Phil's #3 and Jay's #10: Talking Heads were art school kids who became big Part of the CBGB scene of the '70s that went in a lot of different directions Explored a lot of sounds and influences Phil's #2: The Allman Brothers Band invented and transcended Southern rock Persevered through deaths and changing trends Jay's #2: No arguing with the greatness of Prince Hundreds of hours of unreleased music Was super talented at multiple instruments Was Prince the best all-around musician of the 20th century? Phil's #1: Duh, it's the Dead Inspired an entire subculture There are literally hundreds of Dead cover bands Jay's #1: The pride of Athens, GA, R.E.M. Helped create the "college rock" scene that grew into alternative rock Blew up in the early '90s Distinct career phases Michael Shannon and Jason Narducy have been covering R.E.M. albums in their entirety the last three years To be continued Completely Conspicuous is available through Apple Podcasts. Subscribe and write a review! The opening and closing theme of Completely Conspicuous is "Theme to Big F'in Pants" by Jay Breitling. Voiceover work is courtesy of James Gralian.

Mela Lovett CEO of Family Lawn Services, a residential and commercial landscaping company. Also a serial entrepreneur, mortgage lender, and business consultant. Based in Georgia, with a mission to build generational wealth and educate others on business structure.

Commitment to the Church -- Rooted in One Place, Where Broken People Build Together

Commitment to the Church -- Rooted in One Place, Where Broken People Build Together

Commitment to the Church -- Rooted in One Place, Where Broken People Build Together

Commitment to the Church -- Rooted in One Place, Where Broken People Build Together

Ben Criddle talks BYU sports every weekday from 2 to 6 pm.Today's Co-Hosts: Ben Criddle (@criddlebenjamin)Subscribe to the Cougar Sports with Ben Criddle podcast:Apple Podcasts: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/cougar-sports-with-ben-criddle/id99676

Washington Times Commentary Editor Kelly Sadler sits down with Rowan Scarborough to analyze the bombshell information released regarding the 'Russiagate' plot against President Trump.

Pastor Jesse Cunningham's sermon from Palm Sunday, April 13th, 2025 titled He Persevered 

Send us a textRevving Through Life: The Inspiring Journey of Stacie Rivers in MotorsportsRecorded 19Feb2025In this episode of the Women's Motorsports Network Podcast, host Melinda Russell sits down with Stacie Rivers, a passionate racer and business owner from Texas, to explore her journey in the world of motorsports. Stacie shares how her unexpected introduction to racing through car audio competitions sparked a deep love for drag racing. Despite early challenges, including limited resources and a lack of support, her perseverance led her to become a prominent figure in the racing community.The turning point in Stacie's journey came when she met her husband, Jesse, a talented car builder. Together, they transformed a hobby into a lifestyle, participating in high-profile events such as SEMA and Holley LS Fest. Their involvement in burnouts and drifting has gained national recognition, with Stacie recently expanding her skills to include competitive drifting.Beyond racing, Stacie and Jesse manage a successful restoration business specializing in Trans Ams and Camaros. Their partnership extends beyond the track, blending personal and professional passions to build a motorsports legacy. Family, teamwork, and a shared love for cars are at the core of their endeavors.Throughout the conversation, Stacie emphasizes the importance of resilience, community, and empowering women in motorsports. Her story showcases the power of pursuing passions, overcoming obstacles, and inspiring others to break barriers.Key Takeaways:✅ Stacie's racing journey began unexpectedly through car audio competitions. ✅ Persevered through a decade of racing challenges before re-entering the sport with renewed support. ✅ Shares a strong partnership with her husband, blending racing and business. ✅ Active participant in national events, burnouts, and drifting competitions. ✅ Advocates for women in motorsports, emphasizing community and empowerment.Listen to the Full Episode:

In this episode I share an interview with my friend Dan Ingram who invited me onto his podcast. I share some personal moments of both victory and defeat but in the end I persevered. If you feel like quitting ministry or life, I hope this episode encourages you to stay strong. Danny's Podcast: Recovery Church https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5PhkHtN9yV0Dn4ExGPZdTrZLFWizkKk4&si=isYRLVO6aKPjGL6N Danny's Music Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClGaFZV5HLOQZRYbjW6eCQQ New Youth Pastor Bundle https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/dATPb A.C.T.I.O.N Figures 6 Week Series https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/rdzwk My Youth Ministry Playbook https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/cfmra Catalyst Coaching https://youthminresources.gumroad.com/l/Zvak

021: Have you ever felt defeated after trying something new?Maybe you felt optimistic about learning a new skill (like transcript proofreading!) or taking on a new job or even pursuing a new hobby.And then suddenly, you're slapped right between the eyes with how unnatural it feels.(Excuse me, but that hobby was supposed to be stress-REducing, not stress-INducing!)Maybe you even got so frustrated trying to be instantly good that you threw it away entirely and quit. I know it is no small feat to pick yourself up again…and again… and again after you've fallen on your face.If you can relate, then my grad Tristan has the perfect message for you!Tristan's coming in hot this week with a message for my students – and for everyone who has ever thought of trying something new.When things got tough – and I mean TOUGH – Tristan was faced with the decision we've all wrestled with when pushing ourselves outside our comfort zone. You will absolutely LOVE her candidness and humor as she talks about the struggles, failures, and mindset adjustments she went through before she finally built her proofreading business into the beautiful success it is today.Listen in as Tristan holds nothing back about what it took to become a successful transcript proofreader!To grab the show notes for this episode, including any links mentioned and the transcript, visittheproofreadingbusinesscoach.com/episode021Send us a Text Message.Connect with me on Instagram: @theproofreadingbusinesscoachOr send me an email: elizabeth@elizabethjwiegner.com

How I lost my weight? Perseverance. It sounds cliche but it's true. Here's how I did it. I stopped focusing on how uncomfortable I was. I stopped focusing on what I could see, and I started focusing on what I would see if I wouldn't give up.And so I didn't give up. I persevered. I hated every minute of my weight loss journey. I Wish I could say it was lovely and enjoyable. But it never really became that until I became stronger, and the hard things became easier. I quit quitting on myself. I Persevered. Perseverance only came once I realized who I truly was in Christ, and what I was free to do in his strength. I realize that in Christ, I was free to become who I meant to be! 2Timothy 1:7 is the scripture I MEANT to quote in this episode. You have a Spirit of Power, Love and self-discipline. ________ Start working with me now in The Seeker's Method. This is the personal journey version of my program. This means it's just me and you. I share everything I know via a platform called Teachable. I email everything to you daily and link you back to my program. You have a daily opportunity to engage with me through comments and I JUMP IN AND HELP YOU! I don't leave you. I don't abandon you. I LEAD you. I support you. I show you the way to walk through this life BY FAITH and not by your flesh. Here's the link to join me there. Follow me on Youtube for all new content. https://www.youtube.com/@SherrieKapala Learn more about working with me AS YOUR CHRISTIAN LIFE COACH by visiting my website: https://www.sherriekapala.com/workwithsherrie Access to ALL of my links: https://www.sherriekapala.com/links Summertime weight loss PDF https://www.sherriekapala.com/summertime

Jeromy Wilson spent over ten years in the software business as a product management leader working for PE-owned and VC-funded software companies. When he decided to start his own software company, he focused on serving public libraries, like his father, who had created a successful library automation software company called Dynix. Jeromy is the founder and CEO of Niche Academy, the leading learning and development platform for libraries in the US. With his savings and a little angel funding, Niche Academy struggled at first but eventually grew into a profitable and growing software company with 20 employees that is almost ten years old.  Jeromy and his co-founder have no intention of selling the company or raising big VC funding. They are focused on serving their customers, developing their employees, and living great lives with their families right now.  Quote from Jeromy Wilson, CEO of Niche Academy “Early on, I idolized VC-funded founders. Why aren't I growing as fast as that funded company? But now, I say thank goodness. I'm not dictated to like they are, have the problems that they have, or have these massive crashes that some of them end up having. I don't idolize them as much anymore.  “I love the freedom that I have now as the CEO of a profitable software company that didn't take big VC funding. When you don't have tons of outside funding, you make different decisions and choices. You do things in a way that is going to make a difference for the customer rather than how we can make more money today.  “I'm a real believer in being in charge of your own destiny, having this control, and being able to grow with your profits because you know it's valid. Your solution is something that your customers see as valuable rather than something that some VCs see as valuable. Links Jeromy Wilson on LinkedIn Niche Academy on LinkedIn Niche Academy website Learn more at practicalfounders.com. 

In this edition of Overdrive Radio highlighting February Trucker of the Month Doug Viaille, listeners get a clear sense for the understated, homespun sense of humor of the owner-operator today hauling as Goat's Transport. Viaille's been in business for himself as an owner-operator for most of his 30-plus years in trucking thus far, and was nominated for the Trucker of the Year award by a fellow owner who calls him "Mr. Overdrive," in fact, after we called on Viaille's experience in years past in a couple of different features. Owner-operator Viaille's seen success particularly these last years leased to Oakley Trucking -- that'd be the Bruce Oakley bulk hauler based in Arkansas, where Viaille pulls a company hopper on a back-and-forth dedicated run loaded with industrial product for healthy profits. He's banked plenty in the way of wisdom, too, enough to recognize his own shortcomings and lean into the areas where he's top-notch, as was illustrated to an extent in the feature about him published last week: https://www.overdriveonline.com/trucker-of-the-year/article/15665049/trucker-of-the-month-banks-expensive-wisdom-profits-in-bulk It can be "expensive wisdom," as he notes, learning from mistakes made, yet it's a hallmark of the best among owner-operators. Doug's bounced back and learned plenty from more than a few, yet always with that dry sense of humor at the ready. Join us for this run through Viaille's history going back to his pre-CDL Texas commercial license test in the late 1970s/early 1980s behind the wheel of a one-ton Chevrolet. And: here's welcome to a new sponsor for our Trucker of the Year award for 2024. It's Commercial Vehicle Group, well-known amongst owner-operators for the Bostrom Seating brand, among many others. Contenders this year are in the running for a variety of prizes, including one of those seats to go to the winner. Put your own owner-operator business in the running via this link: https://overdriveonline.com/toptrucker

Did you know that the journey to becoming a medical professional can take unexpected turns and detours? In this riveting episode, Dr. Elisha Peterson, MD sits down with the remarkable Dr. Amanda Dudak, MD, whose path to medicine was far from conventional.Join us as we dive into the intricacies of her unique journey, from unconventional beginnings to the challenges faced during her mother's health struggles, and the sacrifices made to pursue a career in medicine. Dr. Dudak's story is a testament to resilience, perseverance, and the importance of seeking alternative paths. What can we learn from those who forge unconventional routes to achieve their goals? Let's find out as we unravel the inspiring narrative of Dr. Amanda Dudak.In This Episode:[00:05:00] - Dr. Amanda Dudak discusses her unconventional educational background and upbringing.[00:08:00] - Dr. Amanda talks about her mother's battle with brain cancer and the impact on their lives.[00:11:00] - The challenges and frustration Dr. Amanda's mother faced post-surgery, affecting her ability to communicate.[00:13:00] - Dr. Amanda highlights the importance of reaching out to a broader support network during difficult times.[00:16:00] - Dr. Amanda explores her initial interest in becoming an equine vet and the realization that it might not be the right path.[00:18:00] - Dr. Amanda discusses the support she received from her extended family during the med school application process.[00:21:00] - The sacrifices and choices Dr. Amanda made to pursue medicine, including putting certain aspects of her life on hold.[00:23:00] - Dr. Amanda reflects on the guidance she received from an MD PhD student and the strategic approach to her med school application.[00:24:00] - The discussion around alternative paths to medical school and finding the right fit for one's career goals.[00:25:00] - Dr. Peterson expresses gratitude for the guidance and coaching that helps individuals navigate their career paths.Key TakeawayThrough Dr. Amanda Dudak's inspiring story, marked by unconventional beginnings, family struggles, and personal sacrifices, you're reminded of the importance of seeking alternative paths, leveraging support networks, and making strategic choices, even if it means temporarily putting some aspects of your life on hold. Dr. Dudak's experience teaches us that with dedication and perseverance, we can face any challenges that may come along our journey and achieve our aspirations, regardless of the odds.Want to keep the convo going? Join our FB group!https://www.facebook.com/groups/sevosistasHave a burning question? A concern? A controversy or issue you want to hear covered? We got you, boo! Leave a voice message at 202 743 1404. We will play your recording on the podcast and address your topic (if you don't want it played just say it in the voicemail, we will still cover your topic!). This podcast is for you and we want to include you on this journey! Hope to hear from you soon

Last month, renowned director Spike Lee joined LinkedIn Editor-in-Chief Daniel Roth for a candid conversation on the set of LinkedIn's Talent Connect event in New York City. In this episode, Dan and Nina highlight takeaways from that conversation and share their own thoughts. They discuss barriers to entry in higher education, the role of ambition in crafting a successful career, and the power parents have to make (or more often break) their children's dreams. Watch the video of Dan's conversation with Spike Lee on the LinkedIn News Page. You can send us your thoughts via email to ThisisWorking@linkedin.com, or join the conversation directly on LinkedIn using the hashtag #ThisisWorking. Follow Nina Melendez and Dan Roth on LinkedIn, and subscribe to the newsletter here.

Monique Soltani is an award-winning journalist who has spent the majority of her life working in newsrooms in California's major cities from San Francisco to San Diego, and everywhere in between and through Wine Oh! TV, she has developed a core connection with the wine country community. Monique first brought Wine Oh! to life in 2008, in over 1.5 million homes across California's Central Valley once a week on KSEE 24. From 2013 - 2018, Monique formed and executed distribution deals for Wine Oh! TV with Comcast/NBCUniversal, Xumo, TV4, streaming on Hulu, Roku, Amazon Prime Video and international distribution. As if that wasn't enough, during that same period of time, she gave birth to twin daughters.In 2018, Monique was shooting a production of Wine Oh! TV in Italy when she got the phone call no ever wants to get. Her husband was alone with their 2-and-a-half-year old twins when he found out he had Stage IV incurable colon cancer. Monique stopped production and came home to take care of her family. Mark Erman passed in July 2019 at only 47 years old. Then the pandemic hit and added more challenges for Monique and her young daughters, but her resolve was unwavering. The 2022 season of Wine Oh! TV is Monique's first post-pandemic production and the first since losing Mark. In June 2023, Wine Oh! TV debuted on broadcast television on CBS Bay Area.I invite you to drink in this uplifting episode with the unsinkable Monique Soltani.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Monique Soltani is an award-winning journalist who has spent the majority of her life working in newsrooms in California's major cities from San Francisco to San Diego, and everywhere in between and through Wine Oh! TV, she has developed a core connection with the wine country community. Monique first brought Wine Oh! to life in 2008, in over 1.5 million homes across California's Central Valley once a week on KSEE 24. From 2013 - 2018, Monique formed and executed distribution deals for Wine Oh! TV with Comcast/NBCUniversal, Xumo, TV4, streaming on Hulu, Roku, Amazon Prime Video and international distribution. As if that wasn't enough, during that same period of time, she gave birth to twin daughters. In 2018, Monique was shooting a production of Wine Oh! TV in Italy when she got the phone call no ever wants to get. Her husband was alone with their 2-and-a-half-year old twins when he found out he had Stage IV incurable colon cancer. Monique stopped production and came home to take care of her family. Mark Erman passed in July 2019 at only 47 years old. Then the pandemic hit and added more challenges for Monique and her young daughters, but her resolve was unwavering. The 2022 season of Wine Oh! TV is Monique's first post-pandemic production and the first since losing Mark. In June 2023, Wine Oh! TV debuted on broadcast television on CBS Bay Area. I invite you to drink in this uplifting episode with the unsinkable Monique Soltani. 

A study on the meaning of Israel - God persisted, God persevered, God prevailed in the wrestling with Jacob.  That is how Jacob became God-governed. VF-1772 Scripture: Genesis 32:24 Watch, Listen and Learn 24x7 at PastorMelissaScott.com  Pastor Melissa Scott teaches from Faith Center in Glendale. Call 1-800-338-3030 24x7 to leave a message for Pastor Scott. You may make reservations to attend a live service, leave a prayer request or make a commitment. Pastor Scott appreciates messages and reads them often during live broadcasts. Follow @Pastor_Scott on Twitter and visit her official Facebook page @Pastor.M.Scott. Download Pastor Scott's "Understand the Bible" app for iPhone, iPad and iPod at the Apple App Store and for Android devices in the Google Store. Pastor Scott can also be seen 24x7 on Roku and Amazon Fire on the "Understand the Bible?" channel. ©2023 Pastor Melissa Scott, Ph.D., All Rights Reserved

2023 - 0730 - It Wasn't Fair Yet Paul Persevered

2023 - 0730 - It Wasn't Fair Yet Paul Persevered

In "Hannah: A Woman Who Persevered," we are reminded of how mothers shape our spirituality and teach us to persevere in the face of adversity. 

In "Hannah: A Woman Who Persevered," we are reminded of how mothers shape our spirituality and teach us to persevere in the face of adversity. 

A study on the meaning of Israel - God persisted, God persevered, God prevailed in the wrestling with Jacob.  That is how Jacob became God-governed. VF-1772 Genesis 32:24 Watch, Listen and Learn 24x7 at PastorMelissaScott.com  Pastor Melissa Scott teaches from Faith Center in Glendale. Call 1-800-338-3030 24x7 to leave a message for Pastor Scott. You may make reservations to attend a live service, leave a prayer request or make a commitment. Pastor Scott appreciates messages and reads them often during live broadcasts. Follow @Pastor_Scott on Twitter and visit her official Facebook page @Pastor.M.Scott. Download Pastor Scott's "Understand the Bible" app for iPhone, iPad and iPod at the Apple App Store and for Android devices in the Google Store. Pastor Scott can also be seen 24x7 on Roku and Amazon Fire on the "Understand the Bible?" channel. ©2023 Pastor Melissa Scott, Ph.D., All Rights Reserved

Starting your own business can be exciting, but it's also very often difficult. Between coming up with capital and being unable to find their footing and a steady income, new investors can experience a feeling of “financial anxiety.”Our guest today, Tim Oppelt, wasn't safe from this feeling either. He experienced money problems while in real estate that led him to take another job elsewhere. But with the help of Profit First, he managed to get himself out of his unfortunate circumstances and build his business into the success it is today. If you're experiencing financial anxiety, this is the episode you need to listen to give yourself the hope and motivation to keep pursuing your goals! Catch Tim's story and insights into the industry in this episode of the Profit First for REI podcast. Key Takeaways:[00:58] Introducing Tim Oppelt and His Background[03:49] What Got Tim Into Profit First, the Difficulties He Faced, and Taking on Another Job [10:47] On Continuing His Real Estate Career Despite the Difficulties[12:13] Implementing Profit First and How It Alleviated His Financial Anxiety[17:26] On Why Investors Live Deal to Deal and Experience Financial Anxiety[20:19] Advice for People Who Want to Get Into Real Estate Investing[24:10] What Should Investors Do With the Uncertain Climate in the Industry[28:44] Connect With TimQuotes:[12:57] “I created this kind of automated Profit First process, right? I opened up the bank accounts…read the book, and…it just spoke to me.”[16:35] “Once I decided I was going to follow the book...my financial anxiety started to go down, even though nothing actually changed in my life…I had a plan, and to me, that plan was what gives me gives me hope there.[28:12] “Any business has ebbs and flows. Some quarters…one could be amazing, but…I'm not stressed about it because I've been implementing Profit First.”Connect with TimYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLIxhqZXnUPDDT0hmLWKLkgAgency Website: www.wholesalingppc.comTraining Program: www.Get1HrDeals.comTired of living deal to deal? If you are a real estate investor or business owner who is tired of living deal to deal, and want to double your profits, head over here to book your no-obligation discovery call with me. Either myself or someone from my team will hop on a short call with you to get clear on your business goals, remove any obstacles holding you back, and map out a game plan to help you finally start keeping more of the money you work so hard to make. - David 

In this episode, The Mentors Radio host Tom Loarie talks with Howard Root, founder and CEO of Vascular Solutions, and author of the book “Cardiac Arrest: Five heart-stopping years on the Fed's Hit List”. Root shares his harrowing fight—and win—against Federal Department of Justice prosecutors who abused their power beyond all imagination. That was in 2011! The Feds' unsuccessful attempt to put Root behind bars and destroy his company was ruthless. They used the justice system to distort justice and abuse individual liberties guaranteed by the Constitution. Five years later, in 2016, after shelling out $25 million in legal costs, Howard Root won a UNANIMOUS acquittal. Even more disturbing than these five years of unwarranted persecution by the Federal Department of Justice, the jurors expressed shock and outrage that these charges were ever filed against Root in the first place! After the grueling journey and ultimate victory against the Feds, Root knew the Feds could target his company again, repeat their horrific injustices and violations of Constitutional rights and he did not want to jeopardize his company or its employees. He sold the company—which, at that time, was one of the most innovative and prolific medical device companies of its kind, and pursues other interests. He also helps other CEOs unjustly targeted and pursued by the Feds whenever asked for advice. This is a modern day David beats Goliath story, and it could affect you! Now more than ever. Learn what you can do to protect yourself and your company. Find Show Notes below. Never miss an episode; subscribe here to The Mentors Radio podcast. Listen on any platform - Apple, Google, Spotify, TuneIn and more - search for "THE Mentors Radio" SHOW NOTES: HOWARD ROOT: BIO: http://www.howardroot.com/ WEBSITE: HowardRoot.com BOOK: Cardiac Arrest: Five Heart-stopping Years as CEO on the Fed's Hit List , by Howard Root LETTER: HOWARD ROOT: A LETTER TO MY PROSECUTORS - Sent on fifth anniversary (Feb.26, 2021) of Root's court victory and an EXCELLENT read! ARTICLES: "Book Review: Cardiac Arrest — A Warning to Aspiring Entrepreneurs and Society at Large"  – Catholic Business Journal “Medtech CEO rails against DOJ at industry conference”  – Med City News

Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (00:00): Thanks for joining us. I think you're going to find this first episode of 2023 as fascinating as I did. It's about a pair of farmers named Derek and Brad, who grow about three acres worth of produce in just 320 square feet. They're using hydroponics to, as Derek put it, replicate Mother Nature at its finest. And for an old dirt farmer like me, it was really fun to talk with them about the science behind this technology. But in between all of the talk about soil science and chemistry and light spectrums, I hope you don't miss the story of endurance and entrepreneurship, perseverance, and above all, the meaningfulness of investing in the place you call home. Enjoy. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (00:45): Welcome to More Than a Mile, a local food podcast from Market Wagon focused on connecting you to local food through farmer stories from across America. I'm Nick Carter, your host, a farmer and CEO and co-founder of Market Wagon. We are your online farmers market with a mission to enable food producers to thrive in their local and regional markets. Food is so much more than just nutrients and calories. It's actually the fabric that holds us together. Thanks for joining me for this episode of More Than a Mile, and thank you for buying local food. That's one critical step in making an investment in food for future generations. All right, well, I'm really excited. My guests today are Derek Drake and Brad Schiever of Ditto Foods. Really excited to have you guys. Thanks for joining. Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (01:32): Thanks for having us. Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (01:33): Yes, thank you. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (01:33): You know, some people farm just because they have to, some people get to choose to farm because they want to. And a few people farm because they want to change the world or their corner of the world. And I've been looking forward to this conversation because that describes, I think both you and I, Derek. But our farms look very different. . Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (01:56): Oh yeah. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (01:58): So how big's your farm? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (01:59): It is a 40 foot shipping container, so 320 square feet. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (02:04): And where is it sitting right now? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (02:06): It's in our driveway in the back of our house Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (02:10): In the south suburb of Chicago. Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (02:12): In the south suburbs of Chicago. Yes. On our property. So we take up a very small footprint. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (02:17): How many cows can you get in that shipping container? I'm just kidding. Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (02:20): Oh, probably about five. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (02:25): Ok Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (02:25): They won't be able to move around, but Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (02:27): Not a whole lot of grazing inside there, Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (02:29): . Ok. No, Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (02:30): This is a fascinating journey. I want to start from the beginning. So 2020, Covid happens. You are senior staff at Kellogg, Northwestern University mm-hmm. . And that comes to an end with a furlough related to Covid. Tell me what happens from there. Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (02:47): Well, I've always been one of those folks that goes to, all right, what's the next right move for me. In grad school, I've created a business plan for a food truck concept. And it was kind of marrying food truck meets tiny home. And after the furlough, I was like, okay, I want to see if I can do something with this. And started down this long rabbit hole of looking for developers, manufacturers of food trucks and tiny homes and seeing what we can do. And went to Brad and said, all right, I'd like to go down this route. And so I started the search and found this company out of Boston called Freight Farms that manufactures these shipping container farms, and went to Brad and said, I think I wanna be a farmer. I think this is the next right move. And he thought I was crazy. And we started the journey. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (03:52): And today you're a farmer, Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (03:54): And today I'm a farmer in a shipping container. Yes. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (03:57): Take that Brad New Speaker (03:59): . Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (04:00): Right, Right? It was interesting. It was interesting to say the least for Derek to say, we're gonna grow three acres of farm and three acres of crops in 320 square feet. It took a lot of, a lot of convincing and a lot of research and understanding of what exactly that meant to be a farmer, especially without soil. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (04:21): Well, I, I want to dive into that for sure. Because I'm a farmer with soil and a lot of it. And and this whole concept is fascinating to me. I think it'll be fascinating to our listeners too. But before we get there, I just wanna, there's a part of this story that I wanna make sure is told because Derek, you are an experienced leader and an executive with an MBA. But you couldn't get bankers to believe that this was a legit business, could you? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (04:52): No. Well, you have to, you know, there are a lot of intersectionality going on in that conversation because a.) Trying to first teach them and educate them on what the hell hydroponics was in the first place, and then talk to them about growing in the back of a truck, essentially. And then they were also dealing with the pandemic. So they had PPP loans, and so they weren't sure of what was happening. And then we were telling them, our customers are restaurants, and every restaurant was shut down, . So they were like, so who are you gonna actually sell this stuff to? So we had to shift and pivot our business model. And yeah, it was a challenge. It was a challenge. And then you have to throw on the fact that we couldn't actually go in there and talk to them. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (05:40): So do you know how many banks said no? Like how many, how many no's did you have to take? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (05:47): Wow. And those are the ones that actually got back to us that we actually talked to. Cause there were, there were several that never even returned an email or a call. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (05:57): But the 26th one decided to bet on you, huh? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (06:01): Yeah. Yeah. The one yes, that we got, actually, ironically enough came from our second No. After they gave us a no, he reached out to us about three or four months later and was like, you know, I, I really think you guys got something good here. I like what you're trying to do. I have a colleague of mine at another bank, they're a little bit more lenient to lending to startups. Do you mind if I send your information to him? I was like, send whatever you need. What does he need? I'll, I'll send it myself. . And that was the one yes that we got. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (06:34): Did you ever give up hope? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (06:36): I did. Yeah, I did. But I knew what we were trying to accomplish. I knew that it was something good and I knew that if we had it, if we got it, it was gonna be something that was a.) Change our lives and our kids' lives, but also be impactful for the community that I wanted to impact, which is where I grew up in my hometown of Fort Heights. And so that was really what kind of kept us going. But absolutely, after you get No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, no. It's really hard to stay going. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (07:13): So, New Year's Eve, 2021, your farm arrives , which just sounds so funny for me to say. Your farm arrives. How long did it take before your farm was producing food? Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (07:27): So we had it delivered December 31st, 2021. And it sat unattended, essentially. Because of the length of this process, we really did not, you know, we anticipated putting the first farm in Ford Heights, and because of how long it took to get financing, multiple changes had taken place with Ford Heights, with the mayor and the board, et cetera. And so when we got approved for the loan and the loan came through in October, we then called Freight Farms and said, you know, we're ready to make payment on the farm. And they said, okay, we can have it to you in a month and a half . And so at this time we're, we're living in a townhouse in Bolingbrook, definitely not a place to drop a 40 foot shipping container. And so we were able to very quickly looking through Zillow one morning, found a house pop up. Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (08:25): We didn't plan on moving until summer of '22. And we found this house pop up that had been on the market over a year. And we'd been on Zillow multiple times, never came up until this came up. And Derek's like, look at this. Let's go check it out. So the next day we went and checked it out and as the realtor and I are in the house, we have no idea where Derek's at. And here's Derek in the backyard playing with the neighbor's chickens that decided to come running over. And so we looked at the agent and said, okay, you have a month to make this happen cause we have a farm to drop here. And so it was dropped on New Year's Eve and we were able to get into it finally mid-February. And the first seed was planted March 1st of '22. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (09:14): When most people say they want a farm and they have to move to farm, they're moving to a place, you know, that is a farm. . You had to move to a place that you could deliver your farm to. Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (09:31): Exactly. We had to make sure we could have a farm delivered to where we were living. You know, the great part is where we found essentially is a farm, was a farm, at one time. And so we found, ideally what we had thought we were never gonna find as we thought about moving, which was an acre of land and a place that we could drop a shipping container. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (09:55): Do you have a well or are you on city water? Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (09:57): We are on a well, but we have a water system that produces some of the best water out there at the moment. Our crops are well watered with fantastic, fantastic quality water. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (10:11): So you said seed in the ground in March. First crops in April? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (10:14): Well, not, not quite in the ground. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (10:17): Well, . See, you can't get it out of my lingo. I can't, I can't not say it. So tell me. Alright, let's do this. Tell me about this process because I start seeds in trays in soil and trays, indoors, ready to be transplanted or we'll direct sow into the soil in our farm. What does seeding look like for you? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (10:39): Same process. We have growing trays that we start our seeds in, but the growing media that we use is not soil. It's peat moss/coco coir mix. And we plant our seed, put the humidity domes on, and we germinate, you know, essentially just like, Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (10:58): That's exactly what I do. Yeah, ok. Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (11:00): We germinate the same way, except instead of putting it, once it's ready to go, instead of putting it in the ground, we put it in a eight foot tower, Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (11:08): A tower. Tell me what else is different. So this, this medium, it's not soil, but it's a medium. It's somewhat absorbent, right? It allows the moisture to get to the seed and the roots. What's the plant eat? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (11:22): Nutrients. What we do is we replicate the nutrients that they would get from the soil. So the minerals and all the macro and micronutrients that they would get from the soil. And any fertilizer that you feed into the soil, we actually introduce that to the plants through the water, which is, you know, essentially what hydroponics is. It's using water as the conduit to bring the nutrients to the plants. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (11:47): Okay. And tell me what kind of plants are growing in your farm right now? Lettuce, I assume. Anything else? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (11:54): Lettuce, leafy greens, herbs. We've grown root vegetables like carrots and radishes and different types of lettuce. We have about six or seven different types of lettuce, a couple of different types of butterhead, some frisee, lots of different herbs. This time of year we're doing sage, rosemary, basil. So we got a variety, nice variety of things that we grow. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (12:21): Carrots and radishes too. Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (12:23): Mm-Hmm. . Yeah. And the carrots that we grow, they're not your typical long carrot. They're bulb carrots, so they kind of look like a cylinder radish . So we tell our customers that they can use it just like a radish, like slicing it really thin and using it that way. But yeah, you can grow root vegetables. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (12:45): That is really cool. Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (12:46): Yeah. And we're currently right now also trialing cucumbers. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (12:51): Wow. A vining cucumber. How so? I'm assuming like your lettuce is cut and come back. Some of the other things are single harvest, like your root vegetables mm-hmm. , but a cucumber. How long will that vine live? How will it be determinate? Or will you be harvesting off of it over a long period of time? What's that process look like? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (13:10): It's TBD . Cause this is our first time, so we don't really know. Typically in this sort of environment vining isn't an ideal crop. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (13:26): It's not space efficient. Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (13:27): Exactly. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (13:28): Not very space efficient Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (13:30): And in a vertical format as well. So there's a lot of rigging that we'll have to do once the vines themselves get too heavy to mm-hmm. to hold themselves up. We'll have to do some rigging and figure that process out. But like I said, it's new for us. We just recently transplanted some cucumber plants, so still working it out. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (13:51): That is really impressive. And that's exactly what entrepreneurship is about. Right? It's like, ready, fire, aim, Hey, let's try cucumbers, , . If the vine gets too heavy, then we'll put a different wire in there, I guess. Yeah. Just figure it out. Yeah. Very cool. Tell me can you notice any difference in the flavor or taste or quality from what comes out of your shipping container versus what may come out of the soil? Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (14:15): Oh, yeah. Yeah. There is a, I don't want to necessarily use the term clean, but there's a freshness to the lettuce that comes out. The kale specifically has just a raw, crisp flavor to it. The texture is incredible. The lettuce has a great flavor and moisture to it. And the best part is that when you're doing full head, once they're harvested, especially for those that we sell, the root is still on. So those nutrients, it's not dead when it's at the store, even delivered to the customer's home, it's still living, put in a cup of water and it's gonna stay fresh and crisp for two weeks or more. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (15:02): Oh, that's great. Yeah, because that's the biggest thing with store bought lettuce is you start the clock when you take that thing off the shelf. Exactly. Yeah. Sometimes the clock's already been running a little too long while it's on the shelf . Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (15:14): Well, and a lot of it is, especially some of the bag lettuce, has been cut and harvested and washed, and it's two weeks old by the time you pick it up in the store. So when you get it home and you open it up and you wonder why it lasts two days, well, because it's been dead for quite some time Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (15:29): On our farm, we had just started this year, a greenhouse, it's a high tunnel. We're doing some winter growing, spinach lettuces kale and broccoli as well. But we're still using the sun for our light source. You are in a dark shipping container. It is opaque by design. Tell me, is there any reason why you don't augment light with maybe like a clear cover on the, on the container ship? Is there a particular benefit you get by being able to control the exact spectrums of light that you're producing inside your farm? Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (16:05): Yeah, the plants need the red and blue light for photosynthesis. And with the sunlight it has all of the other colors it has to fight through to get exactly what it needs. And so the best part of container farming and hydroponic farming is we give the plants exactly what they need. And so we're giving them 18 hours of pure red and blue light for the strongest photosynthesis possible, which allows us to be able to produce a crop from seed to harvest in six weeks. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (16:47): So you can accelerate the growth by concentrating on only the light spectrums that that plant's gonna need to produce the leaves that people are gonna eat. Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (16:57): Exactly. And the cool part about the farm that we have from Freight Farms is we have their most recent model. And so they have three different modes to it, essentially, which we're running in performance mode currently, which allows for that six week growth cycle. It's getting the exact light, nutrients and water that it needs, while still being sustainable, even though it is in performance mode. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (17:20): What about the light spectrum needed for this, it's a fruiting plant flowering and fruiting is what cucumbers are. A lot of people don't think of cucumbers as fruit, but, the science geek here, it's a fruit. And that takes a different spectrum, doesn't it? Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (17:36): A little bit different temperature necessarily. So with the farm, we can go ahead and program in there what we're growing. And so it has built in automatically what's called recipes. So wow. Right now, because we're experimenting with root vegetables, the farm is still set to grow lettuce and leafy greens, which is a cool weather crop, essentially. Mm-Hmm. . And so the light, the water, the nutrients its delivering is based upon lettuce. And so that is one thing we're working with the cucumbers, is not just the vining, but it's also a little bit of a different environment. Mm-Hmm. . Yep. We're still having wild success with the strength of the vine itself, as well as the amount of flowers being produced out of it. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (18:22): How will you handle pollination? Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (18:24): So there is actually the ability, it's pretty basic. It's taking just like a toothbrush and rubbing it against the flower. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (18:32): Yeah. So you'll manually pollinate. Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (18:34): It will be manual pollination. But again, the flowers that we're seeing are incredible right now. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (18:42): I assume you don't want to release a hive of bees inside of your container ship. Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (18:47): No, no. We're gonna try and control that part of it as well. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (18:50): Controlled environment's gotta be the most beneficial there. I have a hive on our property. But definitely try to steer clear of it. I wouldn't wanna be inside a container ship with it. Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (19:02): . No, I don't think so. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (19:03): This is really fascinating. Thank you so much for sharing and just educating us on hydroponics. Is there anything else I've not asked? What do you find the most surprising about growing this way versus backyard gardening even? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (19:20): I would say the efficiency and how fast the crop grows. When you're replicating nature, we're replicating nature at its best. So it is always a perfect sunny day. It is always the perfect air temperature. It is always the perfect amount of air flow. So we're replicating nature at its finest. And when you do that, you're literally given the plants exactly what they need, even from the red and blue lights. They don't have to fight through the full spectrum of light to get the lights that they need for photosynthesis. We're giving them those, that exact amount of light that they need for the full 18 hours a day. So if you're traditional farming, you're not getting 18 hours of perfect sunlight. That does just, doesn't happen on a year round basis. You're not giving them the perfect 73 degrees with a nice gentle breeze flowing over their leaves every day, all day for 365 days a year. You're not doing that. So when we talk about efficiency and the output, in my opinion, and because we are hydroponic farmers they just can't, can't compete. Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (20:34): No. When we look at what we are in control of, we're using less than five gallons of water a day. And essentially there is no runoff to the water that is given to the plants. Whatever the plants don't absorb is put back into the tank and recirculated once it's re nutrient again. And we have 320 square feet to grow up to three acres of land, which is over 8,800 plants at one time in there. And so the fact that we can control it and achieve a 99% germination rate from the very start, gives us full control of the quality and a consistent quality of products that we produce. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (21:16): That sounds amazing for somebody over here who's, you know, dealing with 70 to 80% germination in the soil. My hands are dirty. This sounds almost too good to be true. I can't wait to come visit it and see it. My brother lives in Chicago, so on the next trip up, I'm gonna have to get off a little early near Ford Heights. So let's talk about Ford Heights. You put this in a location that, well, anywhere you're gonna put a container ship near the Chicago area is an atypical place for a farm. But Ford Heights what's the draw there? What's the connection? Why on the south side of Chicago? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (21:55): To me, that's home. You know, my mother still lives there, so when I go home, that's where I'm going. The house I was born and raised in, my grandmother passed away almost two years now, and she left me the house. So I own a house in that area. So for me, it's going home and it's also reinvesting in home. A lot of folks talk about the bad that comes out of these communities, but they're not doing anything to change the bad. I wanted to change the narrative of what's coming out of that community. I came out of that community and I know lots of folks that came out of that community that I grew up with that are doing really, really good things and that are very successful. And so that was the narrative shift, the narrative change that we wanted was. That's why originally we wanted the farm to be in Fort Heights, to actually talk about what was coming out of Ford Heights, what Fort Heights was producing. Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (22:50): And it will, we will have a farm in Ford Heights. We're currently working with the school there to try to figure that out. But it was that changing that narrative of what's coming out of my hometown. You know, when I go home, that's where I go. And I don't want people to only know the bad, the poor, the this, the that, all of the preconceived notions of what they have about Ford Heights and communities like it. I wanted it to be, 'did you hear about that hydroponic farm that's in Ford Heights?' That's what I wanted the narrative. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (23:21): That's really neat. And Ditto Foods is a for-profit company, right? You guys are in business, but you've partnered up with several nonprofits. I mean, you are giving back in all kinds of ways. Can you tell me a little bit more about that? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (23:35): Yeah. We are working with Cornerstone Community Center out in Ford Heights. They do a lot of great, they do a lot of training for the staff. They do different things to reeducate the folks out there in the community. They also have a food pantry that distributes food to the folks in the community. So we partner with them to provide produce to the community. We also have one of our lettuce blends called the Butta' Blend. Portions of the proceeds from that goes to support the food pantry and goes to allow us to provide produce to the families in the community at a discounted rate. We recently partnered with the school district in Ford Heights to grow out their hydroponic program. They have a garden group there with about 10 kids. And I went and spoke to them and talked to them about hydroponics, and they're all so excited. It's giving back. You can't talk about things that aren't changing unless you're trying to help make that change happen. And so that's what we're doing. We're being a part of that change and we're glad to be part of the change. And I'm excited to work with other school districts to bring this technology and this education to the kids in the community. Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (24:59): And when we developed the mission for Ditto Food, one of the main goals with creating access was not just handing over fresh produce to communities, but it was educating the communities. And it all starts at home. And it all starts at the forefront of educating individuals on how to grow your own produce. And that's our commitment with the schools as we begin to partner with garden clubs and other school districts, is teaching them the new way of food growth, which is how do you grow the most in a limited space that's clean and healthy? And so as we continue to partner with schools and educate them and work with the students on where does your food come from? It all goes back to the reason that we started Ditto Foods, which is providing access and education to multi-levels of generation of what does it mean to get your food and what does it mean to grow your own food. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (25:59): That sounds awesome. I'm really excited for you guys, and I'm grateful fo how you've poured your life, your career into this mission for your corner of Chicago, right? But you're leading and setting an example and it won't be the last, tell me. What's the future for Ditto Foods? Where do you see this going? More containers, more locations, what? Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (26:27): Our goal is three farms in five years. And so that is what we're working towards. But we also have a grocery store concept, a grocery store business that we created called Your Home Grocer that also takes that whole shipping container and building out a micro grocer using shipping containers. And a farm will be attached to that grocery store. And we're taking this business to communities like Ford Heights to again, bring the access to the community so that the community can produce for the community. So we have a big, big plan. We have big plans for the business as a whole. So there's the farm, there's the grocery store. We even have a laundromat concept that we have called Buddy Annie's Laundry. When I was a kid, my grandfather managed the local laundromat in Ford Heights. Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (27:23): And we don't think about it, but that's a thing that most, a lot of those communities don't have. And so they have to get on a bus to travel to the next community or the next town over just to wash their clothes. And so again, when we talk about access, bringing access to the community. So those are the three things that we're looking to build out within the next five to 10 years is to continue to grow the farm business, building out our micro grocer, Your Home Grocer, and the laundromat, your Buddy Annie Laundry. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (27:56): Wow. Well, you have a fascinating farm in and of itself, and what you're doing is really interesting and thanks for sharing a little bit of the science behind it, how it works. But you've got an even more compelling vision. I'm sure that a lot of our listeners are going to want to be able to follow your story. So if people wanted to connect with you online, follow what's going on and just support you how are they gonna find you? Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (28:18): So they can go to our website at dittofoods.com. Support, it can be done through Market Wagon and purchasing directly through them. We also have a seedling program on our website that allows customers to purchase a seedling that's been germinated, and they can start to grow their own produce at home as well. And then you'll see Derek all over TikTok and a new YouTube series of growing in your home with the seedlings as well. Nick Carter (Host - Market Wagon CEO) (28:50): Very, very cool. Derek Drake, Brad Schiever, thank you so much for sharing your story with us on More Than a Mile. Brad Schiever (Ditto Foods) (28:57): Thank you. Derek Drake (Ditto Foods) (28:57): Thank you so much. 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I've seen life through many years, through many fears, through many tears. Yet, my hope still perseveres.

Nevertheless, she persisted. The definition of perseverance is “persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.” This episode is dedicated to notable women who persevered through incredible odds. “A woman is like a tea bag. She only knows her strength when put in hot water.” – Nancy Regan

Join Dr. Bobby Safranski and I as we dig into chiropractic adjustments, not only with people but with animals too! I learned a lot during my conversation with Dr. Bobby about the body and the CONNECTION BETWEEN MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH. Dr. Bobby firmly believes that THE BODY CAN HEAL with the correct ADJUSTMENTS and a HEALTHY MINDSET.In this episode you'll hear how Dr. Bobby developed his work ethic as a child, and how he PERSEVERED and found SUCCESS through a failing school system. We dig into his story while discussing how he found his LIFE PURPOSE and his love for helping others. Don't miss out, as Dr. Bobby DEBUNKS some of the BIGGEST CHIROPRACTIC MYTHS, and shares some MIRACLE STORIES of some of his patients. Dr. Robert P. Safranski III is a chiropractic physician at the Conde Center. Dr. Safranski's passion lies in helping people heal. As a former division I athlete at the University of Florida, Dr. Safranski understands the unique challenges and injuries that athletes experience. If injured, Dr. Safranski works hard to get athletes back on the field and to “game ready” status. Dr. Safranski also offers treatment to athletes and people who are not injured but want to perform at peak levels. Dr. Safranski is equally passionate about everyday health and wellness and is able to provide relief to the most common problems affecting the population including back, neck, and extremity pain including numbness-tingling, sciatica and disc herniations.Dr. Safranski attended the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida where he graduated with a BS in Business Administration and attended Parker University in Dallas, Texas where he received his Doctorate in Chiropractic. CONNECT WITH  DR. BOBBY SAFRANSKI:Email: ChampionAnimalChiro@gmail.comFacebook.com/DocsafranskiFacebook - Champion Animal ChiropracticInstagram: @DocSafranski & @Champion Animal ChiropracticBlog: https://atlanticavemagazine.com/categ...ABOUT MATT Digging In is a podcast that uncovers the secrets to success in life, business, and health. In this weekly show, Matt Rosenthal, CEO and seasoned entrepreneur digs in with guests as they share powerful stories about what it takes to be a success. Everyone has untapped potential, and this podcast delivers a roadmap that will inspire, motivate and educate you on your personal journey. Matt Rosenthal is the President and CEO of Mindcore Technologies. In this position, Matt provides his clients with creative and transformative technology solutions. His passion and experience have a substantial impact on the businesses he works with. Matt also prides himself on being a trusted advisor to his clients as he delivers high-impact and creative ideas, strategic guidance, and thought leadership. Matt's fulfillment as a business owner and advisor lies in the satisfaction he feels when he has made a difference and truly helps others. 

Jaquiel Bullock heard sounds in his neighborhood that were alarming, but now, looking back on what many would say was a difficult childhood that included an absentee dad. But God was drawing Jaquiel to Himself. He made it through those difficult waters free of bitterness and with a winning attitude. He has served in education and now in financial planning. His testimony is inspiring and helpful.

When one of the most unforgettable days of Erica R Walker's life turned into a “forgettable”night - life as this planner and goal driven young lady knew changed forever.  It was a celebratory time that turned into the greatest test of her life after she received a gunshot wound to the head in June 1, 2008. Determined not to allow her brain injury to stop her dreams, she later continued her educational endeavors, became an author of two books, “https://www.amazon.com/Through-Lens-Book-Short-Stories/dp/1643004905 and “Dear June 1st: A Story of Trauma, Struggle & Purpose, which is about her life-changing injury. Currently, she speaks at various events, is a Board Member for the Nasia Foundation, and helps spread awareness about brain injuries and gun violence through her online show, TBI UNcovered, which allows other survivors to share their stories. In this episode, we will talk about:Erica's Path to overcoming a Traumatic Brain Injury(TBI) after a devastating event.The Will to overcome the obstacles she faced after TBIHow she's helping other TBI survivors reset and move forward after a brain injury.Don't forget to click, share, subscribe and leave a review on Apple, Spotify, Google Podcasts and other podcast platforms. If you would like to be a guest on The Path Podcast: Submit contact information to: thepath4ward@gmail.comWhere to find Erica R WalkerInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericarwalker878/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EricaRWalker878/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxgDYjxwPn9mzMH85FmUIkg/featured?view_as=subscriberLinkedIn: Erica WalkerWhere to find, connect and subscribe to The Path Podcast Website: https://thepath.buzzsprout.com/FB: https://www.facebook.com/ThePathPodcast IG: https://www.instagram.com/thepath_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ThePath_Podcast

In this episode, Viji sits down with Olivia Failla, who is a current OMSII at MSUCOM. Olivia received a BSN from the University of Michigan and worked as a registered nurse in a dermatology clinic before starting medical school. Olivia shares her motivation for pursuing nursing in undergrad and why she decided to apply to medical school later on. Olivia also discusses how she came overcame hurdles she faced in her path to medical school, including having to retake the MCAT and go through two application cycles before being admitted. She shares the valuable information she learned from her first application cycle to attain success the second time around. A lot of great information and advice in this podcast especially for those considering a career change into medicine or planning to reapply! If you are interested in the MCAT retake course that was mentioned during the episode, make sure you visit /www.pillartestprep.com/the-retaker-course and use discount code "PREMEDPERSPECTIVE" for 20% off of your purchase. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/lasya-marla/message

Though Paul is imprisoned, awaiting imminent death, and has been abandoned by almost all of his friends, he is heartened to know eternal glory awaits him, because he has PERSEVERED, he has FINISHED the race. 3:17-17 All scripture IS inspired, useful.... We certainly agree! Nowhere, however, does this speak of the Protestant credo of the “Bible Alone.” (Remember 1 Tim. 3/15....the Church is the pillar and foundation of truth (and came BEFORE the New Testament was written!) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/catholicbiblestudy/support

This week's episode features Meltem's Algan. Her wellness journey led to Welcomley, a company she founded during the pandemic. Wellness for her meant finding the courage to admit she had an alcohol addiction and bravely moving forward to ask for help. Learn about what she did and continues to do to achieve a healthy well being on a daily basis. My favourite Meltem quotes: “On May 19th 2020, I decided to get sober." "There is one thing that is really standing In the way of me being a) happy b) productive and c) healthy and it is alcohol and if I cut alcohol on its own and just abstain from alcohol that's not gonna cut it. There is an underlying issue here and I have to put myself into a program, I need to work on my physical and mental health." "I had to reprogram my brain into thinking look, you were not operating at your best, heres' a program that is introducing a new way of life and a new way of thinking, you need to be open to it..once I was able to open my mind to it, I found different ways to form my own understanding of spirituality and spiritual connection." “Your inability to sit still, to not check out for 5-10min is a good indicator that you might be using something as a crutch to keep the noise level up around you..when you start trying to control your check out method, there might be a reason you are holding on to that try and seek even free guidance at first." (on meditation) "10min of just resetting your mind, of pure clarity..changes the course of your day." Connect with Meltem:  www.welcomely.app IG personal: www.instagram.com/meltem.algan IG business: www.instagram.com/welcomely.app Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meltemalgan/ Connect with Daisy: www.aporpro.ca IG: www.instagram.com/creativeinspo_daisy --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/daisy-salvacion-shields/message

A few weeks ago, I had the honor to sit down with a man who has positively affected the lives of THOUSANDS of our Nation's heroes. He came from growing up in a New York foster home to having a successful career as an Officer in the United States Navy.Grinded.Adapted.Persevered.Stayed motivated.Overcame ALL obstacles.Jai didn't stop there, he founded ACT NOW EDUCATION GROUP, enlisted the help of an amazing TEAM of Active Duty, Veterans, and Military Spouses, who now provide educational assistance to over 18,000 service members.Learn who this man is, his inspiration, his mindset, what keeps him awake & grinding harder than anyone else, and what's on the horizon for him…Websites:Act Now Education: https://www.actnoweducation.comLinkedIn Act Now Education:https://www.linkedin.com/company/act-now-education/Facebook Act Now Group:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1902592546530063SPECIAL “THANKS” to TMF apprentice, Mr. Avi Dhanraj for the episode edit.

On April 5, five teams' short films competed for first, second and third place awards at Cal Lutheran's virtual 48 Hour x 2 Film Jam Screening. Cal Lutheran's Film Jam challenges teams to create a five-minute film under tight time constraints each semester. Echo Reporter Emily Henbest comes on the show to discuss her reporting on how the first fully virtual Film Jam played out. 

Are you standing in the work of God so firmly that it's causing people who hate the work to notice? In our text today, we will discover how Nehemiah persevered through oppositions without and within.