Patina'd Podcast

Host Kenny Hill sits down with Chris Giesking, a combat veteran, Army Ranger, and Movement Specialist to discuss resilience, personal growth, and the importance of physical wellness. Chris shares his journey from growing up on a farm in Iowa to his experiences in the military, including multiple deployments and his grueling path to earning the Ranger tab. They delve into the significance of contri...

In this captivating episode of The Patina'd Podcast, host Kenny Hill sits down with endurance athlete, fitness coach, and founder of Live the New Normal, Cody Taylor. Cody shares his incredible transformation from a non-runner to completing a marathon with little training, to taking on the grueling Bruce Trail—an unsupported 900-kilometer adventure that tested his mental and physical limits. T...

In this episode of The Patina'd Podcast, Kenny delves into the world of ultra running with renowned endurance athlete John Kelly. Famous for his 3 finishes of the Barkley Marathons—one of the most challenging races in the world—John shares his experiences, the mental and physical grit required, and his drive to overcome seemingly insurmountable challenges. The discussion touches on his unfinis...

In this powerful episode Kenny welcomes Ryan Light, a coach specializing in anxiety and depression, and founder of BeatAnxiety.me. Ryan shares his journey of overcoming childhood trauma, severe anxiety, and depression, including a suicide attempt that became a turning point in his life. The conversation delves deep into the complexities of trauma, the importance of feeling and processing emotions,...

Kenny sits down with Paul Reed, a seasoned Mixed Martial Artist and head coach of Sweat Box MMA in the UK. Paul shares his journey from a casual lifestyle to professional fighting, starting MMA at the age of 33, and competing until he was 50. He discusses his physical and mental strategies for overcoming adversity, dealing with fear and anxiety, and maintaining peak performance despite age and inj...

In this engaging episode of The Patina Podcast, host Kenny Hill converses with Ben Orlando, author, psychotherapist, and host of 'Midnight Library of Baseball.' Together, they explore the unique emotional bonds formed through baseball, drawing from Ben's deeply personal stories about his father and sports. The discussion navigates through themes of acceptance, parental relationships, a...

In this heartwarming episode of The Patina'd Podcast, host Kenny Hill sits down with John Scukanec, who shares his incredible journey of playing catch every single day since 2022. John discusses the origins of his catch streak, rooted in cherished memories with his father, and how this simple act has deeply reconnected him with his sons and countless strangers. Discover how a game of catch can...

Kenny interviews filmmaker Steven Grayhm, delving into Grayhm's relentless 13-year journey to create the film 'Sheepdog.' The conversation explores Grayhm's childhood creativity, the profound impact of a chance encounter with a veteran, and the nationwide research road trip that informed the screenplay. He highlights the personal sacrifices, the mental health challenges he faced, a...

Kenny interviews Alexandra Talbot, a remarkable woman who shares her candid story of overcoming a 28-year battle with addiction. Alex dives deep into her past, from dealing with childhood trauma and an identity crisis to achieving nearly eight years of sobriety. She talks about the transformative power of physical fitness, competitive bodybuilding, and self-care practices in her recovery journey....

Join host Kenny Hill as he interviews "The Marathon Woman" Hilda Dosogne, the ONLY woman to complete a marathon every day for an entire year. Hilda shares her journey of monumental endurance, battling injuries, personal challenges, and pushing her physical and mental limits. The episode explores her motivations, the impact on her daily life, and the resilience required to achieve such an...

Kenny sits down with Sachin Latti, an individual committed to turning personal despair into a mission of service and resilience. Sachin shares his journey from combating anxiety and depression to setting an ambitious goal of running across Canada to raise awareness of mental illness and funds for veterans and first responders. Through candid discussions, they delve into Sachin’s background, his tr...

Dive into the inspiring story of Ryan Talbot, a decorated  @MSUSpartanAthletics  Decathlete, as he shares his journey of athletic achievements, and the life-changing benefits of clean eating, like the Carnivore Diet. Ryan discusses the mental and physical challenges he faced, including overcoming injuries and the importance of tailored training. Tune in to learn about his mindset and strategies th...

Join host Kenny Hill in an engaging conversation with Seb Lavoie, a retired Sergeant Major of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and former Canadian Armed Forces member. Seb shares his compelling story, from being born to a young mother and facing relentless bullying, to developing resilience and overcoming significant challenges. Seb emphasizes the importance of seeking adversity, introspection, a...

Israel Oloyede shares his extraordinary life story on The Patina'd Podcast. From growing up without his biological father to finding solace in his grandfather's guidance, Israel's journey is one of resilience, faith, and exceptional athletic achievements. Whether you're seeking inspiration or curious about elite athletics, this episode has something for everyone. 00:00 Introduction and Personal Ba...

Nate Boyer is an inspirational figure with a remarkable life journey from relief work in the Darfur, serving in the military as a Special Forces Green Beret, to walking-on to the Texas Longhorns football team and later joining the Seattle Seahawks. Nate shares about his transition to filmmaking, and co-founding the MVP (Merging Vets & Players) program. 00:00 Introduction 03:21 Interview with N...

Join host Kenny on a captivating journey through the inspiring stories of elite athletes and everyday heroes on The Patina'd Podcast. This episode features Joseph Brown, an athlete with 1 scholarship offer out of high school, turned Olympian. Joe shares his path to success and the challenges he overcame. He delves deep into overcoming self-doubt by utilizing visualization and other techniques that...

Join host Kenny Hill in this episode of the Patina'd Podcast as he delves deep into the life story of ultramarathon runner Jake Jackson. Discover Jake's journey, as a UPS driver and world-class runner for the 24-Hour US National Team. Jake opens up about his past struggles with health and how he discovered his passion for running, leading him to break records and achieve remarkable feats. Jake sha...

Join host Kenny Hill as he sits down with Shaun Taylor, a distinguished military veteran and motivational speaker. Shaun shares his powerful journey from overcoming severe childhood bullying to excelling as an Army Reconnaissance Sniper and a member of Joint Task Force 2, comparable to SEAL Team 6. He delves into struggles with imposter syndrome, the drive for continual self-improvement, and the w...

Joining Kenny in this episode is Ultrarunner and author Catra Corbett. Catra opens up about her struggles with addiction and trauma, sharing how running and endurance sports became her path to healing and personal growth. She touches on the mental and physical challenges of ultrarunning, the importance of community support, and her marriage to climber Ammon McNeely. Don't miss this heartfelt c...

In this episode of The Patina'd Podcast, host Kenny Hill interviews his Uncle Steve Harwell, a man who has exemplified resilience and faith throughout his life. Born with severe health issues, "Uncle" Steve overcame significant odds, defeating grim diagnoses and living a life rich in service to God. Steve shares his personal battles with pancreatic cancer, and the importance of belie...

Join host Kenny Hill as he interviews David Millar, an ultrarunner, hybrid athlete, and medical student at Penn State. David shares his journey of overcoming addiction at a young age and turning his extreme tendencies into a force for positive change. Despite "technical difficulties," this episode offers valuable insights on sobriety, personal growth, and channeling passion into purposef...

Your help is crucial in launching this show successfully. Please consider following and sharing with others to support the show's growth! Thank you. Join us as (host) Kenny Hill sits down with Andrew Qi, a fitness enthusiast with a captivating story of resilience and personal growth. Andrew shares his transformation from feeling lost post-college to gaining strength through disciplined goal-se...

Your help is crucial in launching this show successfully. Please consider following and sharing with others to support the show's growth! Thank you. In this episode, we explore the challenging journey of JT Frank, a veteran and former first responder, and his path to overcome addiction and find purpose with Consequences of Habit. JT shares his personal struggles, the impact of habits, and his...

Your help is crucial in launching this show successfully. Please consider following and sharing with others to support the show's growth! Thank you. In this episode of the Patina'd Podcast, host Kenny Hill sits down with Ben Light, an ultra-marathoner with a passion for challenges, to discuss his journey from starting to run in his late twenties to tackling 200+ mile races. Ben shares insp...

Please follow and encourage others to do the same to support the show's growth! Your assistance is crucial in launching this show. Thank you. Join host Kenny Hill in a revealing episode of 'Patina'd Podcast' as he converses with James Gehring, a retired firefighter and paramedic. Dive into gripping stories from the front lines, exploring the immense challenges, sacrifices, and trau...