Army of Normal Folks

For "Shop Talk", Coach Bill pays tribute to his late friend Bill Prest, and it's 12 years after his death. Now that's a legacy which outlasts how much money he made.  Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florence “Flo” Brooks and Renardo Baker used to live the street life. Today with Memphis Allies, they’re on the frontlines of helping folks just like themselves to find a better way.  Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Florence “Flo” Brooks and Renardo Baker used to live the street life. Today with Memphis Allies, they’re on the frontlines of helping folks just like themselves to find a better way.  Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For the latest "Shop Talk", Coach Bill's tribute to his late friend Steve Davis, an Oklahoma quarterback and true servant leader. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belinda never dreamed of starting a birthday charity, until she was asked to provide a birthday party for a boy who wouldn’t otherwise have one. And only 5 years later, Celebrate Birthdays and their own Army of Normal Folks, have provided birthday celebrations to over 6,000 kids. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belinda never dreamed of starting a birthday charity, until she was asked to provide a birthday party for a boy who wouldn’t otherwise have one. And only 5 years later, Celebrate Birthdays and their own Army of Normal Folks, have provided birthday celebrations to over 6,000 kids. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tara is a NICU nurse who experienced the epidemic of newborns withdrawing from their moms’ drugs that they got in the womb. And she also experienced that they weren’t given great treatment. Tara stumbled into a solution that’s better for everyone (babies, parents, taxpayers), and her Hushabye Nursery has helped 695 infants & their families! Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join Se...

Tara is a NICU nurse who experienced the epidemic of newborns withdrawing from their moms’ drugs that they got in the womb. And she also experienced that they weren’t given great treatment. Tara stumbled into a solution that’s better for everyone (babies, parents, taxpayers), and her Hushabye Nursery has helped 695 infants & their families! Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join Se...

For our latest "Shop Talk", Coach Bill answers a premium member's question about the impact of the Army in our first year.  Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of the UPS driver who almost committed suicide, found healing, and accidentally started a viral ministry of delivering good vibes through dance. Today Russell is better known as “The Dancing UPS Man”, with 1.6 million followers on TikTok and 1.2 million on Instagram. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The story of the UPS driver who almost committed suicide, found healing, and accidentally started a viral ministry of delivering good vibes through dance. Today Russell is better known as “The Dancing UPS Man”, with 1.6 million followers on TikTok and 1.2 million on Instagram. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

75% of the world's carpets and rugs are produced in Dalton, Georgia. For our latest "Shop Talk", Coach Bill tells the community's powerful assimilation story that's made it possible.   Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After losing his mom to cancer, Yuri was depressed and strangely enough found hope when he created an Instagram account. Posts from Army members Officer Tommy Norman and Rodney Smith lifted his spirits, and he even badgered Rodney to join one of his 50 state tours. Next thing you know these guys have gone on 5 Christmas tours together, with Yuri dressed up as a superhero bringing presents to kids...

After losing his mom to cancer, Yuri was depressed and strangely enough found hope when he created an Instagram account. Posts from Army members Officer Tommy Norman and Rodney Smith lifted his spirits, and he even badgered Rodney to join one of his 50 state tours. Next thing you know these guys have gone on 5 Christmas tours together, with Yuri dressed up as a superhero bringing presents to kids...

67% of America's students aren't reading at grade level. What is An Army of Normal Folks going to do about it? Coach Bill's latest Shop Talk. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the loss of his wife, Daron spiraled out of control and into brawls & cocaine. He found redemption in rehab and eventually dedicated his life to helping others write their redemption stories. Today, Bonton Farms is one of the largest urban farms in the country, but produce is far from its most important fruit.  Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listene...

After the loss of his wife, Daron spiraled out of control and into brawls & cocaine. He found redemption in rehab and eventually dedicated his life to helping others write their redemption stories. Today, Bonton Farms is one of the largest urban farms in the country, but produce is far from its most important fruit.  Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listene...

Like normal people. So said Coach Bill's daughter... and just wait until you hear his response on the latest Shop Talk.  Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan knew almost nothing about foster care. And when the blinders came off at 27 years old, her whole life completely changed. She started what is now National Angels, whose 19 chapters have volunteers doing life with 3,000 kids experiencing foster care and their foster parents!  Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan knew almost nothing about foster care. And when the blinders came off at 27 years old, her whole life completely changed. She started what is now National Angels, whose 19 chapters have volunteers doing life with 3,000 kids experiencing foster care and their foster parents!  Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

For our latest Shop Talk, Coach Bill shares a fascinating perspective about these "ragged kids" coming up. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And his goal is 1 million kids. But none of this would’ve happened if a high school teacher didn’t make the effort to teach Orrin chess and show him a better path than his gang life. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And his goal is 1 million kids. But none of this would’ve happened if a high school teacher didn’t make the effort to teach Orrin chess and show him a better path than his gang life. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At a time when only 38% of Americans are extremely proud of being American, Mike Rowe tells us about the patriotic tour de force that is his new film "Something To Stand For", which is in theaters everywhere. Coach Bill also surprises Mike with the impact that he's had on one of our Army members. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/#join See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information...

When Jim and Melinda brought presents to a low-income family, they felt off and weird that the relationship would stop there. So they kept coming back to their largely immigrant mobile home park and families asked them to help their kids with homework. Today, their accidental nonprofit Path United operates community centers in 7 mobile home parks and serves 600 kids every week! Support the show: h...