Safe and Sound Podcast with Sean Sparkman

Sean joins martial artist, lecturer, and community activist Justin Dziak to discuss how his critically ill child gave him a entirely new perspective on life. Born with hypoplastic left heart syndrome, a rare congenital heart defect , the left side of Eli's heart was extremely underdeveloped and was unable to pump blood efficiently. Instead, the right side of his heart had take over the task of...

In the 21st Century, strength, endurance, presence of mind, and having a set of well-defined core values is unfairly associated with so-called "toxic masculinity." But is a true warrior mindset toxic, or freeing? Can becoming an ethical warrior enhance your personal life and your business? In this interesting conversation, well-known martial artist, MMA trainer, and nutrition expert Dani...

Sean interviews Chris Gangnier, CEO of Kidney Dialysis pioneer Hema-Tec. Chris discusses how he built his company around core values and encouraged his team members to help him define those values. If you're an entrepreneur, this interview will help you discover how you can push forward in spite of the economy and create a thriving company that helps people. https://hema-tecinc.com/

If you think life insurance is a "necessary evil" or perhaps you don't need it at all, this podcast is for you. There's a whole lot more to insurance than just protection. Sean's guest, Mike Selle, is a veteran insurance expert and broker. In this interview, he provides some basic facts about insurance: why everyone needs it, what it can do to elevate you financially, and how...

 Sean talks to Cindy Keyes, a New Jersey-based registered nurse and mother of two with a passion for all things spiritual.  Cindy has completed her new book "Goodnight Spirit": a charming debut work for the youngest readers. This adorable fully illustrated storybook was written as a tribute to Spirit. It is a reminder that Spirit is everywhere and is in everything, looking after and cari...

From throwing newspapers to selling real estate, to wholesaling  ATM machines, Sean's Aunt Maureen, AKA "G-Mo."  is a serial entrepreneur, mother, and grandmother.  Even with three kids in tow, Maureen managed to create multiple successful businesses using her drive, ambition, and exceptional organization strategies.   She also wisely involved her children in her entrepren...

In this special edition of Safe and Sound podcast. Sean talks with his mother Kathy.  Growing up in a loving, but troubled family, Kathy Sparkman was one of seven children dealing with the dysfunction caused by alcohol addiction.  Kathy and Sean discuss the role of faith and family in Kathy's determination to break the cycle and ensure her four children's' lives would be different. &nbsp...

Suicides have become the second-leading cause of death among teenagers in the United States, surpassing homicide deaths, which dropped to third on the list .  The teenage suicide rate increased from 8 deaths per 100,000 in 1999 to 8.7 deaths per 100,000 in 2014, and unfortunately, that number continues to increase. On June 20, 2019, Nikolai Miller, described as "a shining light in a world tha...

Today's broadcast features Jovan Will, a successful entrepreneur whose passion is helping financial advisors become better at attracting the kinds of clients they want and need.   Jovan Will works with the top financial advisors across the country to help them prosper in the digital age. His passion is helping advisors achieve greater levels of success using advanced technology and marketing...

Taqqee Khabir Contact info: https://www.cqcacademy.com/    Instagram:@ https://www.cqcacademy.com 1-734-726-4417   If you suffer from aches, pains, sore and stiff muscles, lack of balance... or ALL of these things,  you'll want to tune in to this Sean Sparkman interview with Taqqee Khabir, martial arts and movement specialist.  Sean and Taqqee explore the root causes of pa...

Sean hosts business leader and retained executive placement expert Todd Hohauser to discuss why, especially in challenging times, its important for growing businesses to define their values and seek employees who share those values. It's a lively, though-provoking discussion that any business owner hoping to attain growth and sustainability needs to hear.   http://www.hohauser.com/ #seanspark...

Sean is joined today by martial artist and author Austin Grant.  Grant discusses the influences that resulted in him publishing his curated collection of wisdom from the ages that has helped shape and guide him through the years. Quotes by People Wiser Than Me is available on Amazon.com.  Click the link to discover more! https://www.amazon.com/Quotes-People-Wiser-Than-Me/dp/B08FP54SFW

From its' humble beginnings as a winter coat donation project in the Detroit Public School System, Beyond Basics has grown to be a leader in solving the nationwide problem of illiteracy. Sean talks with Beyond Basics co-founder Pamela Good about her involvement in ending illiteracy and how she came to see the perspectives of the students in extreme poverty. Pamela believes that the soluton for sol...

From its' humble beginnings as a winter coat donation project in the Detroit Public School System, Beyond Basics has grown to be a leader in solving the nationwide problem of illiteracy. Sean talks with Beyond Basics co-founder Pamela Good about her involvement in ending illiteracy and how she came to see the perspectives of the students in extreme poverty. Pamela believes that the soluton for sol...

Is it possible to be a committed capitalist and still help the planet and help others in need?  Can one person really change the world.  In this episode, Sean talks to entrepreneur, humanitarian, and author IVAN ANZ. Anz is the Founder of Equity & Help®, Inc., and the creator of the *PHILANTHROINVESTOR® program. From an early age, Ivan developed a love of building businesses and sought ways to giv...

re: Gaining greater liquidity, use and control of your money using Bank On Yourself (BOY) Sean's guest, Sarry Ibrahim, discusses the versatility of a cash flow management tool that helps business owners, retirees, self-employed professionals, and others regain the use, liqudity, and control of their own finances. Bank on Yourself (BOY) is a proven cash management tool that helps turbocharge every...

Just like California, Michigan is becoming famous for, among other things,  its bad roads. In terms of road funding, Michigan has ranked in the bottom nine states in the nation since at least 1964.  Could that be at least PART of the problem?  Why do other states have such great roads and Michigan doesn't?   How has the COVID-19 pandemic made roads and highways even more important than ever?   Sen...

Sean interviews life coach and author of the new Amazon self-help book, "Triggered."

An Electronic Systems Integration Technician (ESIT) installs, upgrades, and services a wide variety of residential and commercial electronic systems including: Audio/Video Systems, Telecom, Computers, Cable Systems, Lighting, Broadband Systems, Automation Controls, Security and Green Technologies etc. An ESIT’s role is both high tech and hands on, and is ideal for someone who is tech savvy and lik...

Sean's guest is a single mother who overcame some tough circumstances to become a Detroit firefighter, property owner, and entrepreneur.    Teresa Singleton believes that when civic-minded entrepreneurs get together, anything can be achieved.    She and the people of the Durfee Innovation Center are proving every day the power of like-minded individuals to change their circumstances. Join Sean as...

Join Sean for an insightful and thought-provoking interview with strategic intervention coach Kristie Secrist.    Through Kristie’s coaching technique and vibrant positive philosophies, her clients are experiencing greater levels of self-awareness, deeper more meaningful relationships, improved health, emotional fitness, the release of past emotional wounds, tools for achieving financial...

https://www.reedgoossens.com/ Sean interviews self-made real estate tycoon Reed Goossens.   An Australian immigrant, Reed's real estate adventure began in  2009 when  he read  “Rich Dad Poor Dad” by Robert Kiyosaki. This book opened  his eyes to a world of entrepreneurship that he bever knew existed. Reed wanted to take control of  his  life and Rich Dad Poor Dad was the book that changed it all....

https://ahkcoaching.com/ Former tax attorney, certified mediator, and Couples Financial Counselor Adam Kol joins Sean.  Adam talks about his passion for coaching couples about their finances and making a difference in their lives. Adam highlights the need for couples to learn HOW to discuss their personal issues with money so they can work more harmoniously toward shared goals.  Learning what make...

Sean is joined by Paul Durso, author of "rethink, replan, RETIRE!"    http://dursocapital.com/paul-durso/ Paul Durso is the President and founder of Durso Capital Management Co and Insight Folios Inc. both headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Paul started Durso Capital Management in 2004 based on his belief that smart financial decisions impact the quality of one's life. Alongside that beli...

Sean talks to New Jersey Financial planner Harry Abrahamsen. Harry Abrahamsen's story demonstrates why online reputation is CRITICAL for your business. What's in a name? Turns out a LOT when it comes to one "Harry Abrahamsen" causing a lot of problems for another "Harry Abrahamsen." ✅ Check out Harry's FREE online seminar: 30 Minutes to Better Personal Finance: https://www.eventbrite.com/x/30-min...