Never Say Die

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The ride-along you didn’t know you needed! Never Say Die is where curiosity, courage, and connection collide. Join Jeannine—an 80-something stroke survivor with a revolutionary past—and Iain (her spirited co-pilot) as they swap stories, challenge ideas, and chase mountain roads. From Berkeley protests to life’s biggest questions, we bring wit, wisdom, and a refusal to slow down. If you crave real conversations, surprising perspectives and a spark to live fully, you’ll feel right at home here.

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From Alzheimer’s Heartbreak to Trigger Rage: Safe Spaces, Speech & a Puppy Named Guerro 22.09.2025 25:08

In this raw and real episode of Never Say Die , Jeannine and I open up about the emotional toll of watching a loved one face Alzheimer’s and why choosing positivity matters. We dive into today’s climate of trigger-baiting and rage reactions in the wake of recent events, unpack what freedom of speech and personal opinion really mean and finally arrive on a lighter note – Jeannine’s mischievous pup...

Friendships, Trust & Trauma: Working on Relationships Without Trying to Fix People 15.09.2025 19:29

In this episode of Never Say Die , we explore what makes friendships truly meaningful. From appreciating the quality of people’s character and work, to understanding how early life trauma can shape the way we connect—or try to change others—we dive into the heart of human connection. Join us as we unpack the difference between loving people as they are versus trying to mold them, and how this awa...

Books, Bold Moves & Breaking Limits 01.09.2025 20:37

From battling city inspectors on her ADU build to getting lost in wild adventure books, Jeannine proves life is never on pause. We talk strokes as wake-up calls, why saying yes beats playing safe and how curiosity keeps you young. A raw and inspiring ride into living fully, no matter your age. 🌐 Watch us on ⁠ YouTube⁠ 📱Message us on ⁠ Instagram⁠

Berkeley Protests, Revolutionary Spirit & Journey of Souls 25.08.2025 10:26

From the frontlines of Berkeley’s protest era to the quiet power of mountain drives, Jeannine’s life has been shaped by revolution—both on the streets and within her soul. In this episode, she shares how witnessing historic demonstrations, reading The Book of Souls , and rethinking life, death, and the afterlife transformed her worldview. We also explore how our deep conversations, friendship, an...

Surviving Stroke, Unlikely Friendship & Choosing Youth 18.08.2025 17:51

She’s in her 80s. I’m… not. But together, we’re building something wild. In this episode of the Never Say Die Podcast , you finally get to meet the Jeannine — my co-pilot, partner in adventure, and living proof that age is just a number. We dive into her incredible life story, the moment she decided to live bigger after a major health scare, and why she refuses to slow down now. From unexpected...

Welcome to the Never Say Die Podcast! 11.08.2025 0:41

Welcome to the Never Say Die Podcast — the home of unstoppable energy, inspiring stories, and living life without limits. In this debut episode, I pull back the curtain on the vision behind the Never Say Die brand — a movement built on adventure, resilience, and pure joy. While my co-pilot Jeannine (yes, the 80-something legend from our YouTube channel) isn’t here for this one, she’ll be joining...