Raw Thoughts Podcast

Send a text Everyone has a story and Rue reached out to me asking to share his. Listen along as Rue talks about how he got into bull riding, the differences between cards and what it's like on the road going rodeo to rodeo. After a bad shoulder injury Rue turned to numbing his pain with alcohol. After a deep conversation with a dear friend, he got the help he needed. It is not easy to come on...

Send a text Coach Juss talked with us about RARE Academy. This program is for athletes looking to enhance their skills in sports as well as provide an outlook on recruitment. Coaches are helping kids before, during and after football season, mentoring the kids before they leave home for college and prepare them for the adjustment of a new environment. Coach Juss speaks with RTP about his experienc...

Send a text Curious of what the real estate and lending world looks like when we aren't putting deals together? Listen in with JJ from One Trust Homeloans on how to stay ahead of the ever changing real estate market. JJ teaches us his technique of building relationships and the importance that has. As he describes the Super Nice Club, I challenge you to find one thing in your day to make it b...

Send a text What does motherhood unfiltered look like? Well Catie shares her motherhood journey on social media and aims to normalize how hard it really is. Not only motherhood but a mother to two special needs children. Though people on social media like to share their two cents, she continues to share how guiding her children may look different. she wouldn't classify herself as a "Pint...

Send a text Life can get crazy but what are your intentions in this life? Listen today with Andrew Feraci, local Idaho photographer and videographer. He speaks about how he was involved in a bank robbery, line dancing classes and giving time to his clients. Andrew talks about taking risks and life intentions from his eyes.   On Raw Thoughts Podcast, I strive to allow people to share their story, f...

Send a text Jared Webb shares his trial and triumph story with first responder mental health. In the start of his law enforcement career his love was driven off chasing the adrenaline. Going to the next bad call and helping his community. Slowly the calls started impacting him. One thing the first responder world has shown is don't show that you are struggling. So Jared kept all traumatizing...

Send a text Meet Carter Ballenger, graduate from Mountain View High School who had to make a decision of where he was going to play college football. Carter didn't grow up dreaming of being a football player, in fact he didn't start playing until freshman year of high school after a coach approached him stating he would be a great player. Carter explains how he made his decision on Colle...

Send a text Every curious of why someone starts a business, how they do it and keep it going. Listen today to Eric Stephenson,Veteran and co-owner with his wife Sam on why they started this company. He will remind you that following your passion is essential in life. You may have some speed pumps, but you must keep going because no one has the heart for your projects like you do. Please help me su...

Send a text Veteran and police wife talks with us on the financial struggles of these careers. Courntey with Heros Financial Coaching speaks out about her and her husbands financial struggles and how planning and budgeting helped them get out of debt. She specializes in coaching first responders and their families to reach their dreams and reduce the financial burden in their lives.    Reach out t...

Send a text Meet Parker with So Good Inc as he shares his story of being in Las Vegas during the 2017 shooting. Veteran owned company, So Good is all about making a difference in the world through spreading kindness. The hope is that you will also pass along kindness too! Check them out at  sogood-life.com  to learn about how you can help with current projects, be a helping hand or donate today.  ...

Send a text Founder if Raw Thoughts Podcast, MaKenzie Tiegs speaks out about her story. As a tribute to her 30th birthday on October 7th, it was her time to tell her listeners more about herself. Turning 30 has been a reflection, what have you done, where have you been and where is your life headed. MaKenzie shared her college experience, becoming a Paramedic, entering into real estate and startin...

Send a text One second you could be driving down the road, the next you are crashed into a pole when your life flashes in front of you. We really don't know when our lives can be disrupted or changed forever, we just have to continue to lead with love and live everyday. This story comes from Kyle Moeller owner of TGN Productions. Kyle realized after a near death crash how important making mem...

Send a text From being raised in South Carolina, I speak with Jordan Shaw, country singer and songwriter about his journey in life. After coming to Boise for a church, Jordan found Idaho to be his home. Don't be fooled by him wearing skinny jeans and snap back hat, country is a feeling and a way of living. Make sure to follow him on social media to see where he is playing next. And subscribe...

Send a text Get Safe is an organization that is passionately striving to empower the lives of people using their concept of "changing mindsets, changing outcomes." This is a highly interactive and engaging violence prevention, crisis intervention and developmental disabilities. Brad speaks with us on new technology to help train our first responders. If you are interested in getting addi...

Send a text Have you ever heard of Chicken Dinner Road and wondered if it was a real street? Well head out to Caldwell, Idaho and experience the flower farm Nikki has built on her family's farm. From what truly started as a seed, has blossomed into a successful business where locals can come enjoy the flower farm, pick flowers, have drinks, food and make memories with their loved ones. We hea...

Send a text Mindbase believes in improving first responder health and well-being by bringing people,knowledge, and intelligent technology together.   Everyone has mental health, but not everyone believes they have a reason to seek mental health support. That's why we created MindBase: an essential tool for First Responders, making mental wellness an essential part of life. Listen today as Raw...

Send a text Meet Melanie from Baby Bonds. She is a mother of 6 kiddos herself and is a lactation consultant who specializes in tongue ties. Wondering what a tongue tie is or if your baby has one. Listen here for symptoms to watch out for in your babies along with how to fix this. Melanie also speaks about her personal postpartum depression and how she helps breastfeeding dyads thrive.   Get connec...

Send a text Meet Mo, a local trauma therapist. Listen today to learn more about patterns of trauma and how to identify if you are needing to seek our resources for your mental health. Mo describes ways he helps his patience and also helps us learn more about the terminology. You can also learn more on his podcast Not Everyone Gets a Trophy.   How to find him: @noteveryonegetsatrophy noteveryoneget...

Send a text Bryson Smith with Synergy One Lending speaks with us on how he realized what he was going to college for, he actually didn't like. It wasn't until his junior year of interning that he realized he had spent money, time and resources on something he knew wouldn't be his career. Bryson talks as a young professional on how he made that change. Reach out to him today for all...

Send a text Meet Bre, mom of 3 adorable girls and making her way as a full time working single mom. She speaks about the struggle with postpartum depression. What that can look like and how women can advocate for themselves. With life there are trials and triumphs but through all the uncertainty, Bre is here to share those struggles with you! Links: @breannasoneal Home - Teeing off for Teens! (eve...

Send a text If you have ever been to a dog park, you often will meet other dogs and know their names but never get the names of their Humans (aka Dog Parents). Chrisna, dog mom of Mia has established a connecting community group called Meet My Human. Where dogs and their owners meet at local coffee shops, barks and events. She shares with us the history of her work with social media and the power...

Send a text Dana Batts, Veteran and mother of two children on the spectrum of autism. We learn from here what it's like, how to combat the public and what needs aren't being met in the community. Dana and her father are in the infant stages of constructing Lyla's House. This will be a non-profit, providing an environment where children with Atypical Minds and exceptional abilities c...

Send a text Joe, the founder of Idaho Prep Co had a hidden talent or making jerky. In the beginning it was about making it for his friends and family, but soon he realized this was his thing. He had enough working with Tesla, moved his family to Idaho site unseen. He knew Idaho had more to give for his family and he is living it.    Find Joe at: @idahoprepco www. Idahoprepco.com

Send a text Meet Devon, owner of Darling Dev's and an individual that has battled anxiety and depression. Listen today to hear how Dev from a small town, went to work in the corporate world and life shifted. She found herself battling wanting to commit suicide. She knew she needed help and she shares with us how she got that help. Dev gives some tools that has helped her along her journey and...

Send a text AnaLee is an alignment coach and drives deep into human design. Human design is a power understanding to have as the foundation of your alignment journey. You were born with vibrant energy and natural gifts already having so much worth and value. It’s time to realize your full potential by destroying the belief that titles, accolades and achievements measure your success. It’s possible...