Full Gorilla Life

Have you ever wondered how kids end up in foster care? How it affects that child's livelihood? Or if you are that child that is in a bad situation, how do you get out of the bad situation? In this episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Ingrid Hernandez who was able to go from a Foster home to having a great family as an adult. Please listen in as we talk through her struggles and triumphs.

What was your professional a-ha moment?!  When was it that you realized that you had to be a certain profession?  Some of us have yet to figure that out.  Listen in as Major Eric Flowers explains his a-ha moment and how he decided he wanted to become Sheriff for Indian River County. 

Need the Blue Angels for an air show?  No problem, right? Meet retired Colonel of the US Air Force, Martin Zickert that did just that and a lot more.  Martin is a wealth of knowledge.  We hope you enjoy!

Have you ever wondered, what is a sex coach?  Is it someone who tells you what to do during sex?  The answer will surprise you.  Listen in as we talk with Justina Victoria from Sexual Mastery NYC and gives us the scoop on what a sex coach is and what a sex coach does.  

Ever thought of starting your own business, but think to yourself of all the what ifs? What if I won't be successful, etc? What if I let everyone down?  But, what if you thought, this is what I HAVE to do.  Listen in as we talk with Cesar Gomez of Timeless Barbershop as we talk through doubt, anxiety and what it takes to be successful.  

Ever dream of NOT having to go to a cubicle?  Or what if you didn't have to pay for a mortgage or rent?  What if you could live simple and travel around the country?  Would you do it?  I would like to introduce you to Dave and Jordan who lived the Van Life and share their experiences with us.  They talk to us about the freedoms they enjoyed while living out of a van.    

Ever wonder how people become successul?  How do people who are on their last dime or on their last life line make it to the other side?  There are very few people who make it all on their own.  Even the ones that say they made it on their own, chances are they got some help along the way.  Please listen in as we hear Rob Ceely's story of triumph and how he made it to the other side.

Getting old sucks, am I right?!  But, does it have to suck?  What if I told you there are tips and tricks to help Stop The Clock.  Please listen in as we talk with Dr. Brett and Dr. Felice Haake of the Regenerative Biological Institute.  Was a great conversation.  

They said it couldn't be done.  They said they would never listen to you.  They said they would not respect you.  But here we are, having a conversation with Kim about how she defied all the naysayers.  Kim started a local wrestling organization called Ignite Wrestling.  She is also a wealth of knowledge and we get into other conversations than just wrestling.  

Ever try and fight for something that is bigger than you?  Or is there a cause that has really motivated you to step out of your comfort zone and do what you feel is the right thing to do?  Stephanie LeBlanc of Vero Pride helps us understand their mission to celebrate and support the unique spirit of the LGBTQ+ community in Vero Beach through events, outreach and education.    

Ever get sick of being in the rat race?  Moving along just like everyone else, going to work, trying to save money so we can all one day retire in a tropical paradise.  Why wait was Nikki's question.  Her and her family decided to not waste the best years of their lives to move to their own tropical paradise in Costa Rica.  Please listen in as we go through why she decided to move along with how s...

In this episode, we speak with Tiffany Redman, who sold all of her possessions and moved from Florida to Costa Rica.  This is something that some people would do only when they are retired.  She decided to jump in while she is still young and experience the Pura Vida life.  

In this episode, we speak with Brian Duncanson, co founder of Spartan Races.  Brian talks us through the process of going from six figure job to taking the leap and starting a brand new company.  If you are not sure what Spartan Races are, you should definitely check out their website, https://www.spartan.com/en

In this episode, we have a conversation with Chase Castellano who is an aspiring Chick Fil A restaurant owner.  Chase has been chasing his dream for some time now.  It was a great conversation understanding what steps he has taken as well as what it takes to open up a Chick Fil A restaurant.  Lots of good nuggets in this one.  No pun intended ;).  

The holidays are here ladies and gentlemen and we all know what that means. Time with friends and family, however, it becomes hectic when it comes to scheduling and time. We would like to introduce you to Dr. Garland Vance, who can show us how to Get Unbusy. In his latest book, Gettin' (un)Busy which was named by Forbes as "one of the books everyone on your team should read."Everyone is busy. And...

In this episode, we talk with Kristine Imbruglio, who is a recovering addict.  We go through the process of what got her started into drugs and how she got off of drugs.  She talks through the struggles of addiction as well as her time in prison.  Was a very open and honest conversation and we are hoping this will help some folks who are struggling with addiction.  

In this episode, we sit down with Danielle Randall who is a personal and professional development expert as well as an author.  She walks us through and gives us some important life lessons and shows us how we can get "un-stuck".  Was a great conversation.  We learned a lot and hope you do too!  Enjoy!  

In this episode, we talk with Susan Adams who is a County Commissioner, local entrepreneur and the list goes on. Susan talks us through how the Frog Leg Festival went from idea to an actual thriving festival. She also discusses her college career and the pivot she took from what she was studying to her current state in life. Was a great conversation and we hope you enjoy!  

In this episode we talk with Joanne Blandford from Main Street Fort Pierce with the Ghosts of Fort Pierce Past who walks us through what a Ghost Tour actually looks like. We enjoyed this conversation and hope you do too. Our local history is pretty fascinating.

Imagine if your parents didn't allow you to go to college? What if the career you wanted required a college degree? Please listen to our conversation with Alex who showed us how to persevere even when the cards are stacked against you.  

In this episode, we have a conversation with Laura Radocaj.  Laura is a woman of passion and love for her family. She extends that love into Sunday Strong, a nonprofit startup that provides an opportunity for adults with intellectual disabilities a place to get involved with health and fitness. What started at one gym on Sundays is now in several throughout Indian River County.

In this episode we sit down with Dr. Raul Storey from Florida Cancer Specialists and discuss his life, why he chose oncology, and some tips on current screenings for cancer prevention.  

In this episode, we interview a cancer survivor who has gone through two bouts with cancer.  She is currently in remission and passes a lot of knowledge on how she dealt with being told she has cancer as well as how she dealt with cancer treatment.  Please join us and help spread the word of cancer awareness and how to stay positive.  

In this episode, we introduce you to Trevor McKnight, a local entrepreneur.  Trevor went through a lot of trials and tribulations and discusses his life story.  Please join us on our conversation as we discuss how he kept focus to become successful, despite all the doubters.  

In this episode, we meet up with Randy Kerperien who quit his job to start his own business.  When Randy first told me he was going to quit  his job and start his own software company, he explained to me that if he his product did not sell, he would not be able to eat.  There was no safety net, only his ambition and passion.  Listen to this episode to find out how his venture went.