The John Grdina Classroom

I hope this message gives you hope to find love and peace in your life. Also, continue to serve others instead of being served.   This episode is brought to you by Survival Rubber,  Survival Rubber which is the most packable, portable, reliable fire starter on the market.  No ropes, blocks, chunks, powders, or potions.  Slim and sleek packaging that you can throw in your wallet...

This episode dives deep into the 4 pillars of what my classroom is built upon. FAITH, FAMILY, FITNESS, AND FREEDOM. I hope you truly understand how each one of these areas has a MAJOR IMPACT on how you operate daily and for the fulfillment of your life. Keep striving to improve in each one of these areas and seek wisdom from the Bible and experts in their field daily. Keep being a blessing to othe...

Below is the timeline of events that forged Christopher Hannon to the man he is today: 1. Parents divorced in 2011, beginning with my father picking me up from a date with my 7th grade girlfriend, handing me my mother’s ring and saying it was up to me to get them back together. Between 2011 and 2014 we moved 17 times for an average of a new home every three months; including 5 different school cha...

DeQuan Willoughby is one of my running partners in crime. We have become great friends for the past two years as we have run the trails together on the weekends. He also has been in my 40 Days of Deliverance Program as well. In this episode, DeQuan talks about his upbringing as a child, how he became the man he is today, and the experiences of his life that have gave him context along his journey...

In this episode you will learn about John Shibly and his mission in life. His mission is to encourage, equip, and empower people for growth as a servant leaders within their home, workplace, and community by applying faith-based princples.  John is a husband of 27 years and a father of four children.  He has had a successful career in sales and sales leadership for 26 years.  He pub...

In this episode, I interview Chris Michel, who is a new author of The Red Chair Experience.  We had a great chat in regards to how his book came about, which was propelled by the passing of his father-in-law, his younger brother, and then a meme sent to him during the pandemic by his friend.  Chris talks about how his experiences, intentionality, and daily discipline drove him to share h...

#20 Grateful and Fearless (Dan Martinelli) I had a very special guest today, Dan Martinelli who was raised in West Virginia by two beautiful and loving parents.  He now resides in Cleveland Heights, Ohio with his amazing wife Katy and two wonderful children. In this episode, Dan and I discuss the importance of family and the impact that it has on our children and society. Dan is a great examp...

In this episode, you will hear stories from Paul in regards to his travels and journeys from hiking the Appalachian Trail to biking across America to walking the El Camino De Santiago.  Besides his experiences around the world, Paul has written 14 books!  In this episode, he explains how important it is to start living your life now and how not to wait too long for we are not guaranteed...

In this episode, you will witness the journey of my 40-mile goal with friends and family.  This episode will reveal secrets and strategies to reach your goals and learn how to break down your goal into bite-size pieces.  As a new ultra-runner, this was the best contest that I completed because I learned how to train better (hills, walking on the treadmill at 30% grade forward and backwar...

It's time to awake your soul in this journey of life.  Enough is enough!  Wake up and starting living a righteous life for the Lord and others.

In this episode, you will hear how Freedom to Ascend was created.  I then read the foreword and introduction of the book as well.  If you would like a signed copy of the book, please click on the link below, pay $20 using PayPal or Venmo and I will send you a copy to your door.  This book will offer action steps to use daily to become the person God intended you to be and to chart a...

In this episode, Kevin Rose, from the United Kingdom, and I spoke about his recent wrap-up of 40 Days of Deliverance.  Kevin spoke specifically on his upbringing as a child, his lifestyle of drinking, and then the loss of his brother and mother in the recent year.  Kevin is now on a man with a mission, is living a healthy lifestyle with his diet and ultra-running, and truly enjoys spendi...

Paul’s career began with his studies at Kansas University in 1965, where he formed his band, the Gaslite Gang, which made several national television performances and recorded five albums. They performed full-time from coast to coast for many years doing educational concerts and clinics as well as performing at a variety of venues. Paul owned a variety of businesses ranging from five retail music...

In this episode, you will hear the reflections from the 40 Days of Deliverance program members.  We would love for you to join this unique and challenging program to help you transform into an intentional person who has a clear mission and vision for why they are here on this earth.  Please contact me at jgrdina@gmail.com or on Instagram @jgrdina04 to sign up for future sessions. This ep...

In this episode, I sit down with Tim Douglas to talk about his journey in newly becoming a member of the ultra-running world community.  I trained Tim by giving him a 12-week plan to help him complete this difficult task of running a 50K in Florida.  He completed this race at the end of January 2022 and met his goal of running it under 8 hours.  Tim is eager to continue to push hims...

John Michaels has been a producer, financier, and executive in the global film industry for decades. He has successfully delivered and continues to deliver numerous independent and studio feature films.  As an independent Producer, Michaels also produced “QUIET DAYS IN HOLLYWOOD” starring two-time Oscar-Winning Actress Hilary Swank, “THE NOVEMBER CONSPIRACY” Starring Paige Turco, George Segal...

Prayer for Wisdom in Relationships 1:30- Litany of Trust 4:22- Crusade Prayer 94- To cure the mind, body, and soul 5:15- Divine Mercy Chaplet 6:15- Repentance Prayer Background Music: Nuvole Bianche, performed by Ludovico Einaudi

Thank you for listening to the first part of Episode 1 with John Michaels.  I learned so much from him in regards to his faith, family, and God’s guidance to give him the strength to take action to go from a blue-collar man from Cleveland to a Hollywood producer who travels the world.  I hope you enjoyed this episode as much as I did and will listen next week to finish the interview with...

Start: The Magnificat Prayer 1:12 1 John:1-7 2:40 Ephesians 1:15-23 4:13 Acts 4:29-33 5:15 Crusade Prayer 160 (Help Me to Love you More) 6:10 The Memorare 7:02 Prayer to St. Michael the Archangel Background Music: Gustav Mahler- Symphony No. 5 Adagietto

Jon’s vision is all about growth and not quitting on yourself.  He has been determined to be a lifelong learner and continue to grow as an individual in business and in life.  He is the founder of survival rubber, which is the most packable, portable, reliable fire starter on the market.  No ropes, blocks, chunks, powders, or potions.  Slim and sleek packaging that you can thro...

In this episode, you will learn about JD Malone's trials of his Dad's passing and then his wife being diagnosed with cancer.  This episode explains how in life we can either be bitter with the hand we are dealt with suffering and loss or let go and have God provide clarity and wisdom to move forward and be thankful for all that we have in life.  I truly enjoyed this conversation with JD...

In this episode, you will learn about JD Malone's past, growing up and working on a tobacco farm in Georgia.  Also the struggles he faced growing up at home, school, and his faith.  You will also learn how he met his wife Tracy in college, the trials he faced, and the marriage that began his family.  JD explains how God has a plan but it's hard to see it sometimes during the storm....

Today on The John Grdina Classroom we have a guest who is also a fellow educator.  Chris Fabish has been in education for 19 years as a guidance counselor and coach.  Chris talks to us today about growing up in New Jersey in an athletic household.  Specifically, how his father coached him and his brothers.  Chris also talks to us about how he met his wife, the struggles of bein...

This podcast focuses on the Freedom Pillar.  Clint Ovalle, served in the army, national guard, and currently as a police officer in the city of Perry.  Clint is a humble man who has a heart of service and love for others.  He shares stories from when he began his service when he was eighteen years old when he was deployed to Iraq.  During his time there he found maturity. This...

This episode is packed with memories from my siblings.  I hope you enjoy listening to what Christmas means to us, the memories we shared, and what traditions we are starting with our families.   Please follow all of us on Instagram:  @jgrdina04, Rachel- @rachianiro, James- @jmgrdina, and Todd- @troada If you are enjoying these episodes please go to Apple and leave a review or share...