MAPS Journey

In the first MAPS Journey podcast of 2026, Joe sits down with longtime friend, pastor, and retired Air Force chaplain Lt. Col. Robert Tilli for one of the most powerful testimonies shared on this channel. Bob’s journey is unlike anything you’ve heard before. From childhood paranormal encounters… To martial arts and New Age spirituality… To astral projection and spiritual warfare… To a life-changin...

In this inspiring episode of MAPS Journey, Joe sits down with Barry Milazzo, author of All the King’s Horses: Finding Purpose and Hope in Brokenness and Impossibility. Barry’s story is one of triumph through trials. From his rise in New York real estate to the unimaginable challenges of raising his son Bryson—left severely brain-injured after infancy—Barry shares how God transformed his deepest pa...

In this short episode of MAPS Journey, Joe takes us along his 33-mile Legacy Walk — honoring his late wife Marianne and supporting Legacy Minded Ministries. As he retraces the streets of his childhood in Clifton, New Jersey, Joe shares heartfelt memories, reflections on faith, and what it truly means to live with purpose and legacy. 💬 “This walk isn’t about the miles — it’s about carrying on the...

In this heartfelt episode of MAPS Journey, Joe sits down with Kurt Schwarz, Executive Director of Inspire Sports Camps, to unpack his powerful story — from football fields in New Jersey to transforming lives through faith-based sports programs. Kurt shares how his grandmother’s faith legacy, his own coming-to-Christ story, and years of coaching shaped his passion for helping inner-city youth find...

In this heartfelt episode of The MAPS Journey Podcast, Joe sits down with longtime friend Alex “Da Bean” Escobar to talk about life, legacy, and faith. From the roots of The Jersey Boys podcast to launching MAPS — a series exploring Mental, Attitude, Physical, and Spiritual growth — this conversation reminds us that every season of life is part of a greater journey. Joe and "Da Bean" share stories...

Join me on an emotional and faith-filled journey as I walk the direct path between my father’s and my late wife Marianne’s gravesites—an unexpected symbol of heavenly connection and God’s grace. 🌿 In this heartfelt episode of MAPS Journey, I reflect on: The powerful message behind the placement of our family graves. How nineteen days of grace changed our lives forever. The legacy of kindness and...

In this powerful episode of the MAPS Journey Podcast, Joe reconnects with longtime friend and Christian artist @erskinmusic for an authentic and heartfelt conversation about calling, loss, resilience, and radical faith. From their first meeting in 2016 to collaborating across faith-based events and media, Joe and Erskin share how God's providence shaped their paths. Erskin dives into his upbringin...

Welcome to the MAPS Journey Podcast! In this heartfelt episode of MAPS Journey, Joe sits down with longtime friend and spiritual brother Jay Emma for an honest and powerful conversation about navigating life through the lens of Mental, Attitude, Physical, and Spiritual growth—what we call the MAPS framework. 🎙️ Jay opens up about growing up on Long Island, facing family struggles like divorce and...

Welcome to the MAPS Journey Podcast! In this powerful and heartfelt conversation, Brad Zockoll opens up about his personal journey to understand heaven and the afterlife—a journey inspired by personal loss and a deep desire to uncover what lies beyond this life. Join us as Brad explores key biblical insights on heaven, the nature of our existence after death, and the immediate afterlife. Together,...

Welcome to the MAPS Journey Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the "S" in MAPS, which stands for Spiritual. Join us as we explore how our spiritual health impacts our Mental, Attitude, and Physical well-being. 🌟 Key Highlights: Understanding the role of spiritual health in your overall well-being 💪 How can you start? ✨ How do we stay healthy? 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Tune in the discussion, and practical...

Welcome to the MAPS Journey Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the "P" in MAPS, which stands for Physical. Join us as we explore how our physical fitness impacts our Mental, Physical, and Spiritual well-being. 🌟 Key Highlights: Understanding the role of physical fitness in your overall well being 💪 How can you start? ✨ How can we win the race of life? 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ Tune in the discussion, and...

Welcome to the MAPS Journey Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the "A" in MAPS, which stands for Attitude. Join us as we explore how attitude impacts our Mental, Physical, and Spiritual well-being. 🌟 Key Highlights: Understanding the role of attitude in mental health 🧠 How a positive attitude can enhance physical well-being 💪 The connection between attitude and spiritual growth ✨ Tune in t...

Welcome to the Premiere episode of the MAPS Journey podcast! In this exciting new series, we'll explore what MAPS stands for: Mental, Attitude, Physical, and Spiritual well-being. In this episode, we're diving into the "M" for Mental. Join me as we discuss strategies to enhance your mental attitude and set the foundation for a balanced and fulfilling life. Have questions or feedback? Feel free to...