Parrish The Thought

One week before the 2020 presidential election, I interviewed Carlo Barrera, a 28-year-old Dreamer, originally brought to the US when he was 6-years old from Queretaro, Mexico. I had him on the show for a couple reasons. 1, I wanted to know more about the Dream Act from a personal perspective and 2, to try and humanize policy. We, and when I say we I mostly mean I, often don't realize that legisla...

My guest today is Spencer Ivey, a successful entrepreneur and owner of Ivey League Fabrication in Spanish Fork, Utah. His team creates some of the most amazing custom metal artwork, gates, railings and staircases in the state. Strap in for this wild story of trauma, depression, addiction, a failed suicide attempt and a dedicated climb to the success you see today. Shortly after high school he beca...

My guest on the show today is Kekoa Routt , my barber at The Fellas Chop Shop in Spanish Fork, Utah. Settle in for prose from the original pulpit as we get inside his brain to find out the magic behind the personal connection he has with his clients, friends and co-workers. #Fellas --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message

Parrish The Thought Podcast: S4, E4 Sky Pratt | I never felt right. My journey to find and be who I'm supposed to be. My guest today is my niece Sky Pratt, formerly Elizabeth Pratt who is a Trans Male. We talk about their lifelong battle with and now understanding who she/he/they is/are and is supposed to be. Cozy up with your favorite treat and get inside their mind. Ready. Go! Follow her on Face...

After suffering for years with the grueling pain of Sciatica and only being given band aids to endure it, Kris finally complained loud enough to his doctor. An MRI was ordered. He was diagnosed with stage 4 Chondrosarcoma. Cancer of the connective tissues in the pelvis. A possible death sentence for a husband and father of 4 girls in his mid 50's. Swift surgery saved his life but at a huge cost. S...

One week before the 2020 presidential election, I interviewed Carlo Barrera, a 27-year-old Dreamer, originally brought to the US when he was 6-years old from Queretaro, Mexico. I had him on the show for a couple reasons. 1, I wanted to know more about the Dream Act from a personal perspective and 2, to try and humanize policy. We, and when I say we I mostly mean I, often don't realize that legisla...

Josh Taylor is a filmmaker, writer, designer, and creative strategist, but at his core he is a Storyteller. When he's not writing a book/screenplay, putting images on film, or working on one of his personal creative endeavors, he helps companies in the midst of pivotal change/transformation moments, discover, craft and share their own stories, through creative content, experiences, and workshops,...

Heidi Aldredge is the host of a new podcast series called Heidi's LemonAid Stand . She interviews people who have taken the lemons life has served up and made lemonade. Turning to currency. Just two days after Thanksgiving in 1989, when Heidi was 16 years old, the police came to the family home and announced that their dad had just killed himself. You have a few choices to make in that moment. Hei...

One week before the 2020 presidential election, I interviewed Carlo Barrera, a 27-year-old Dreamer , originally brought to the US when he was 6-years old from Queretaro, Mexico . I had him on the show for a couple reasons. 1, I wanted to know more about the Dream Act from a personal perspective and 2, to try and humanize policy. We, and when I say we I mostly mean I, often don't realize that legis...

My guest toda is Emmy award-winning TV journalist veteran Dan Rascon. Dan is the weekend anchor for KSL TV in Salt Lake City. He has traveled the country and world for nearly 30 years, capturing some of the most compelling, heart-wrenching, and inspiring stories. He’s been a solid fixture in the Utah news market since October 1999. He has covered everything from the devastating fires and earthquak...

Carlo Barrera is a 27-year-old K-2nd Grade Science Teacher at the Speyer Legacy School in Manhattan. He was born in Queretaro, Mexico and his family immigrated to Austin, TX when he was 6 years old. “Mr. B”, as his students call him, majored in Economics at Kenyon College and, afterward, spent two summers interning for Ernst & Young. In his senior year, Carlo was offered a full-time job from EY bu...

My next guest is the mother of 2 daughters and wife of 1 awesome husband. Business owner of a Jimmy Johns franchise for 3 years. Cake baker extraordinaire and recent contestant/medalist in two recent fitness shows at National Physique Committee . She went from 200+ pounds to 140 in 6 months on a strict Keto diet and easily maintained that for 4 years. She then changed to counting macros and workin...

My next guest is the founder and chief storyteller of Issimo - A Utah based story agency. They believe in helping people be their best and helping mission driven organizations inspire their audiences and attract capital through social impact storytelling. Stop #othering. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message

My guest today is the mother of 3, wife of one, business owner, farmer, and all around great human. California State Assemblywoman, Megan Dahle. As a Republican, she represents the 1st State Assembly district which covers 9 rural counties in Northeastern California. Specifically, Modoc, Lassen, Shasta, Siskiyou, Nevada, Sierra, Plumas, and parts of Butte and Placer. We go in-depth on the why behin...

It’s no secret that we have and are becoming a more divided people by the day. With every societal challenge and looming crises, we seem to construct more walls than bridges between us. I talk about how we got here and offer 5 ways to heal our neighborhoods and nation. Here is the article for those that prefer to read it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message

My guest for the second time is one of the greatest Americans I know, only he is Irish.  He has been a tireless cheerleader for the ideals and constitutional foundations that have made this country the shining city on the hill in spite of our flaws. He is the host of Freedom's Disciple that airs every Saturday on Blaze media and YouTube.  He has over 275 episodes talking about the principles that...

My guest is Jean Ramy Louis, a 54 year old black man currently living in the great state of Utah. Ramy moved to the states from Haiti when he was 14. He was living a colorblind life until a trip to New Orleans with some dear friends revealed an ugly part of our nation. A part that has come a long way but still needs healing. Pull up a chair and soak it in. --- Send in a voice message: https://anch...

Eight years ago Steve and Jolene Randall lost their 17 year-old son Jake to an accidental heroin overdose. We take a deep dive into the despair, the hope and healing in the wake of burying a child while continuing to nurture and care for the ones left behind. They can be contacted via Jolene's Facebook , Steve's Facebook or email at jomaggie@msn.com if you need support because you or someone you k...

‼️You are more than the personality test may suggest‼️ My guest today is Dr. Benjamin Hardy, 🧠organizational psychologist and bestselling author of Willpower Doesn't Work.📗 His blog is read 👀by millions of people monthly and has been featured on Forbes, Fortune, CNBC, Cheddar, Big Think, and many others and adds priceless value to people’s lives by helping them break free from the shackles of w...

My guest today is Connor Boyack. He founded Libertas Institute in 2011 and serves as its president. Named one of Utah’s most politically influential people by The Salt Lake Tribune, Connor’s leadership has led to dozens of legislative victories spanning a wide range of areas such as privacy, government transparency, property rights, drug policy, education, personal freedom, and more. A public spea...

My guest on the podcast is 28 year-old Quinsea Pratt, program director for Safe Place and the Resource Center at Butte College in Chico, California. She holds a Bachelors degree in social work from California State University, Chico in 2014 and a Masters degree from Dominican Republic University, Chicago in 2015. A successful transition to a life initially marred by abuse, neglect and eventually t...

My guest on the podcast today is Aaron Drussell. Trophy Husband to one, father to four, business coach, broker at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate - Influence Partners, speaker, comedic improviser and just an all around good dude. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message

My guest on the show today is none other than co-host of the infamous I Am Salt Lake podcast Chris Holifield. Chris and his wife Krissy are the stellar voices behind one of the most popular and loved podcast shows in Utah. 8 years and 426 episodes under their belts interviewing some of the most interesting people Salt Lake City has to offer. Everyone has a story and they want to hear it. #IAmSaltL...

Today on the podcast my guests are Alli Bills, branch manager with Intercap Lending; Austin Ingersoll, branch manager with Security National Mortgage; Bruce Tucker, broker with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services and Aaron Drussell, broker with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate. Each one of these local experts share their unique perspectives on the current state of the Utah housing market. So turn...

My guest on the podcast today is Thiefane Magré, COO of @Prouduct. He and his team spend months each year traveling to China sourcing products for multiple clients around the world. We discuss the insights he’s gained from the relationships cultivated with his Chinese business partners and friends. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message