Dare to Daydream

Today’s guest is someone who embodies what it truly means to turn pain into purpose. After surviving a devastating car accident that left him with life-altering injuries and over forty-five surgeries, John Ulsh refused to let adversity define him. Instead, he rebuilt his life around resilience, purpose, and helping others do the same. He’s now a keynote speaker, coach, and author, sharing his hard...

From addiction and near-death overdoses to crossing finish lines and leading men in recovery. Kallup McCoy’s story is a long run toward redemption. In this episode, we talk about the darkness that nearly consumed him, the moment he found faith in a jail cell, and how running became his medicine, his purpose, and his message to the world. If you’ve ever questioned whether change is possible, this c...

Simon Fraser was living the dream. Playing footbll at Ohio State, and then the NFL. But when his wife gave birth to twins and doctors said one might not survive, everything changed. What happened next inspired Simon to leave football and become a vascular surgeon. This story is about courage, fatherhood, purpose, and the miracle that changed it all.

Today’s guest is the definition of grit and resilience. Jesse Trujillo is a real estate investor whose story reads like a rollercoaster rising to success, losing it all in the market crash, choosing to rebuild, and then facing one of life’s biggest blindsides. After a legal betrayal landed him in prison for a crime he didn’t commit,  Jesse could’ve given up. But he didn’t. He held onto faith, fami...

Today’s guest is living proof that sometimes the boldestmoves lead to the most beautiful lives. RJ Schmelter and his wife had comfortable, secure jobs in the medical field back in Georgia—but something inside them said there was more. So they listened. They packed up their lives and moved to St. Thomas in the U.S. Virgin Islands. RJ, an outdoorsman atheart, now spends his days as a fishing and boa...

My guest today is April Diaz—coach, speaker, and founder of Ezer & Co. , a company that helps high-capacity leaders lead with more clarity, less overwhelm, and a whole lot more purpose. April’s story is a powerful one. After being fired from a job, she used that unexpected moment as fuel—not to prove herself, but to pause, heal, and grow. Out of that transformation came the birth of Ezer &...

Today, I’m joined by Jordan Berry. Jordan didn’t just builda business—he built a life. Jordan Berry started in the laundromat industry with a vision: to create a business that served his lifestyle, not the other way around. Now, he’s not only a successful entrepreneur in the laundromat space,  but also a coach and podcast host, helping other entrepreneurs navigate the industry. His journey wasn’t...

Today I sit down with Casey Schroeder, former Pro Baseball Player turned Entrepreneur. Casey’s journey is a testament to resilience and reinvention. From playing professional baseball to diving into the world of entrepreneurship, he’s taken the discipline and mindset of an athlete and applied it to building success in the restaurant industry. In this episode Casey shares what it takes to pivot fro...

Dr. Gabby Goldach, creator of The Inside Space, a family Chiropractic studio, believes that true healing happens when we have the ability to feel at home within our own bodies, minds, and hearts. This holds true for the newest and oldest members on this earth alike. Dr. Gab is both passionate and humbled to be able to walk with people as they find their way back to physical, emotional, and spiritu...

Today I sit down with Sarah Gormley. After years of climbing the corporate ladder, Sarah found herself facing burnout, just as her mother was diagnosed with cancer. She made the brave decision to leave corporate America, care for her mother, and take a year-long sabbatical to re-center her life. What followed was a time for Sarah to heal, reflect, and listen to her heart as to what would be her ne...

Today, I’m joined by Ron Miller. Ron is the founder of Timothy’s Gift, a nonprofit born out of a mission to bring hope, inspiration, and love to those in prison. Through ministry, music, and connection, Ron has touched the lives of countless individuals in prisons across Florida and beyond. But his work didn’t stop there. He has since expanded his vision by transforming Timothy’s Gift into Higher...

Today, I’m joined by Cameron Ruffer, a father whose world was forever changed by the loss of his beautiful daughter, Callie, who passed away at just three years old due to a heart condition. In her memory, Cameron and his wife founded Callie’s Giving Heart, a foundation dedicated to supporting families navigating similar challenges. Today, Cameron shares his journey of turning heartbreak into hope...

Today I sit down with Joe DeLoss, a remarkable social entrepreneur and community advocate. Joe is the founder of Hot Chicken Takeover, a company he built with an intentional focus on people and purpose. Driven by a commitment to community impact and thoughtful hiring practices, Joe created a thriving business that put people first. Later, recognizing his deeper calling, Joe made the bold decision...

Today I sit down with Deja Cierston and Monique McCrystal, the wise and nurturing visionaries behind Replenish Wellness Spa. Deja and Monique are dedicated to promoting wellness through restorative services designed to refresh both the body and mind. With a philosophy centered on balance, self-care, and renewal, Replenish offers a range of holistic practices that empower individuals to feel their...

Join me in this inspiring episode as I sit down with author and creative mentor Amie McNee. Amie has built a vibrant platform where she encourages others to express their creativity and share their art with the world. In this conversation, she unpacks how art isn't just about traditional mediums like writing or painting—it's about everything we do. From how we solve problems, entrepreneurs...

Heather Whaling is a CEO, board member and investor on a mission to positively impact her community through intentional actions, reciprocal relationships, and rewriting the rules (when necessary).   After launching Geben Communication in 2009, Heather’s data-driven approach to communication helped the firm evolve into an award-winning communications agency with a team of 25+ focused on PR and digi...

Dr. Shawn Bailey is a visionary healthcare professional who graduated from Ohio State University and initially ran a traditional medical practice. Recognizing that 85% of his patient visits were due to lifestyle-related issues, Dr. Bailey transformed his approach, focusing on promoting healthier living. This shift led him to establish several gyms, culminating in his latest facility, The Armory. T...

Twelve years ago, Matthew was succeeding in his corporate career in the retail Industry. However, Matthew could feel a calling that his life had more to offer. He found himself putting money over happiness, and knew that a major change was needed in his life.  As he began dipping his toe in the philanthropic world as a suicide hotline volunteer, he could feel his life’s purpose and work begin to u...

Today I sit down with Ben Levey, the Founder and Executive Director of The Final Third Foundation (F3) and The Likoni Community Football League (LCFL). From a young age, Ben heard a whisper that “something’s not right in the world”, and he felt called to help. That whisper lead him to one of the poorest regions in Eastern Africa of Mombasa, Kenya. There Ben worked with local soccer coaches to form...

In 2013, Anne Boninsegna and Jen Lindsey had a vision. They could see how food was such a connecting point in their personal relationships, as well as the community around them. It was more than just the dining experience, it was about building relationships and making memories. They decided to launch a concept, unfamiliar with those around them. A place people come together to cook, eat, and bask...

Dan Dunsmoor grew up in a small town, but had very big dreams. Growing up in poverty, Dan chose to see optimism and hard work as the only way out. Overcoming his fears of belonging in college, Dan used his fears and turned them into motivation. Becoming the first one in his family to attend and graduate college, Dan chased down his Daydream. When Dan was young, he had one career vision and that wa...

Kelsey Lensman is a normal girl with big dreams, and even bigger actions.  Kelsey graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in Sports Medicine.  Original plans were to attend graduate school for Physical Therapy.  However, during her senior year, she felt a pull on her heart strings telling her she had a different mission. After a life changing year of training to step onto a bodybuil...

In today’s episode I sit down with my friend, Dr. Jessica Bennett. Dr. Bennett  has a deeply seeded passion for teaching literacy to children who learn differently. Jessicahas a Ph. D. from The Ohio State University in Special Education with a focus on using structured literacy for children with reading disabilities. Her Masters is in Deaf Education and her bachelor’s is in Psychology–also from OS...

Today’s guest is Andy Billman. Andy believes in the power of saying “yes”. Over his lifetime, he’s faced various obstacles that he reframed into opportunities he could learn and grow from. His most recent “yes” was to a stage-three malignant brain cancer diagnosis in 2018. Faced with this mountainous challenge, Andy’s past, present, and future crystallized into a sense of clarity most people do no...

In 2009, Coss Marte was sent to jail as the leader of a multi-million dollar cocaine operation. He was also grossly overweight and warned by his physician that his current lifestyle, if left unchecked, would likely kill him. Faced with this grim prognosis, Coss started to get in shape using the tools he had—his prison cell and his own body weight. Within six months, he lost 70 pounds and replicate...