Make It A Great Week

Opa and Justin discuss the many stories and lessons from Opa's time as a rideshare professional. How many rides has Opa completed? Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show

Opa and Justin discuss an upcoming exam for Justin, as well as Opa's college days. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show

Opa and Justin recount the massive family vacation spent in TN with 30 + family members. Justin recounts the vacations he spent in New England growing up. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin discuss the work of historians and how they are not one. They also discuss Opa's father and the ups and downs of his life journey. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin discuss the summer vacation plans as well as a few things they are thankful for. Opa talks about some of the key lessons he has learned from a lifetime of parenting. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin discuss the origins of the Sunday lunch that happens each week. A new segment is introduced on the show as well as the addition of a new Make It A Great Week staff member. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin discuss the cues that can lead to knowing it's time to move onto another job, including whether the brook has dried up. They also realize that Opa is now prepared for any job interview. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin discuss movies and foods and whether this podcast should just discuss movies and foods going forward. A heartwarming listener story is shared involving a thoughtful and unexpected gift. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin welcome the third guest on the show, Justin's wife Lily. They discuss how they first met, and Opa reminisces about when he found out he was expecting twin girls. The first ever head-to-head minigame on the show features Opa vs Lily, who will win? Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have...

Justin and Opa discuss the likelihood of having 7 daughters in a row, and how much changed when his eight child was his one and only son. There is also talk of Lamborghini generosity. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin discuss some memorable cinema experiences, as well as a heartwarming story involving a hard-working waitress. Justin divulges an embarrassing story that taught him an important life lesson he won't soon forget. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the sho...

Opa and Justin discuss the previous weekend's elaborate birthday celebrations which culminated in a winner takes all wiffleball game. They also discuss what memories come to mind as summer starts, including a magical trip Opa and his family took to Disney World through the Make-A-Wish foundation. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email accoun...

Opa and Justin discuss the events of the first half of the year as well as look forward to what the year has to offer. The events of Memorial Day and a recent birthday are followed up by a trivia game as well as an old-school inspired challenge for the week. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have yo...

Opa and Justin are beyond excited to welcome their second ever guest on the show, Oma (Opa's wife)! After starting off the show with several startling confessions, Opa and Justin listen to many stories of Oma's inspiring life. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the sh...

Opa details his meteoric rise to the top of the KIA sales force, we all probably would have been buying the new KIA Sorento if we had bumped into him then. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa's favorite sport is discussed as well as someone traveling cross country to pick up an important package. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin discuss the power in a name and sharing it with others. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa's hometown is discussed which includes the abandoned quarry, as well as a unique festival where a local dish is prepared. A heartwarming story is shared about a referee and his selfless act. A listener challenged is shared with the potential to win a merch giveaway. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.co...

Make It A Great Week welcomes its first ever guest, Drew! Opa and Justin ask him about his coffee preferences, Opa's first impressions of him, and discover what has kept him passionate in his field for over a decade. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin discuss Opa's recent cancer journey and his upcoming birthday. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin discuss laying bricks, wedding drama, and a milk delivery route. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin finally delve into a key part of the show's intro and discuss Justin's already taken business idea. The second ever listener story is shared on the show. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa and Justin try out a new mini-game and discuss one of Opa's favorite movies. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Topics for the week include an iconic softball duo and the very first listener story ever featured on the show. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.

Opa's ninth child celebrated her 20th birthday this week! Justin and Opa discuss her incredible life story. Message your stories of kindness to our instagram account @ make.it .a.great.week and our email account greatweekpodcast@gmail.com to have your stories be included in the show.