Grant Smith

Taking it for Granted

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Happiness...What is it and how do you find it? How can you find happiness through the tougher times in your life? Grant Smith talks to people from all walks of life on their happiness, and where it comes from.

Author

Grant Smith

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Health

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www.spreaker.com

Latest episode

May 1, 2025

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Episodes

Taking it for Granted Ep 132 - Delroy Gill 09.08.2023

Delroy Gill is a Luxury Real Estate Advisor for Liv Sotheby's International Realty. He was just named the number one black real estate agent in the country, and continues to set higher goals for himself and succeeded at them. Coming to Colorado from London as a teenager, Delroy found his way in a foreign place, and began the path to where he is today. Delroy knows he wouldn't be where he is withou...

Taking it for Granted Ep 131 - Bri Maestas 03.08.2023

Bri Maestas does it all covering Denver sports. She hosts the Let's Talk Broncos podcast, and hosts sports talk shows for Mile High Sports and the Fan Cave CO. In addition to all of this, she also works for CU admissions,and catches as many concerts as she can. Bri has worked in many fields, but has found her calling in sports talk radio. Overcoming challenges and being open to new opportunities h...

Taking it for Granted Ep 130 - Minisode - Who We Are 26.07.2023

A look back at some previous episodes that show what our mission is here at TIFG. Talking with people from all walks of life, and finding ways to make sense of this world.

Taking it for Granted Ep 129 - Chuck Ley 13.07.2023

Chuck Ley is a U.S. Army Veteran, spending 10 years in active duty and being deployed multiple times. After leaving the Army due to injuries sustained while serving, Chuck spent decades working in radio all across the United States from Florida to Colorado. He now spends his time as a substitute teacher in his daughter's classroom, and being a part-time tour guide traveling the world. Chuck is a l...

Taking it for Granted Ep 128 - Michael Brown 06.07.2023

Michael Brown has done and seen a lot in his life. From getting introduced to politics in rural Oklahoma at age 6 by his parents, to becoming a lawyer, and then serving as Under Secretary for the Bush administration, he has left his mark wherever he has went. Michael currently hosts "The Situation with Michael Brown" 6-10am MT weekdays on 630 KHOW, and a nationally syndicated program every Saturda...

Taking it for Granted Ep 127 - Meghan Buchanan 28.06.2023

Meghan Buchanan is an Aerospace Engineer who has climbed the highest seven summits in the world, and is now working on completing the Explorer's Grandslam. After overcoming dyslexia as a child and accompishing feats no one thought possible, Meghan developed the GGRIT method to help others achieve their goals. She now works with the Learning Disabilities Association of America (LDA) and countless o...

Taking it for Granted Ep 126 - Keys to Happiness and Joy Compilation 21.06.2023

A compilation of all the keys to happiness and joy from former guests of the podcast, since our last mashup episode!

Taking it for Granted Ep 125 - Wic Whitney Part 2 14.06.2023

Wic Whitney is back for another conversation with Host Grant Smith. Wic is a musician who is sometimes labeled as a rapper, but blends the genres of hip hop, folk, soul, and a little rock to create his own unique sound. He's an advocate and voice for the LGBTQ+ community, and as a gay man himself, he uses his platform to help others become their true selves. Wic is as genuine and real as it gets,...

Taking it for Granted Ep 124 - Father Mike Tess Part 4 07.06.2023

Father Mike Tess returns for his fourth appearance on the TIFG podcast, and discusses living true to your core values, helping the "unchurched" find some light in their lives, and dealing with death on a personal level. To learn more about Father Mike and his work, check out his three previous episodes of the pod, or give him a follow on Instagram @fathermiketess.

Taking it for Granted Ep 123 - Ross Kaminsky 31.05.2023

Ross Kaminsky is a former Financial Trader and is now Host of the "Ross Kaminsky Show" on KOA 850 AM 94.1 FM. After going to college to become a doctor, making millions as a Trader in Chicago, and traveling most of the world, Ross brings his unique insights on daily news and politics to his listeners. To learn more about Ross and his work, check out his work at https://koacolorado.iheart.com/featu...

Taking it for Granted Ep 122 - Erin Resnick 24.05.2023

Erin Resnick is a Clinician Intern at Rocky Mountain Detox and a third year Masters' student at MSU Denver focusing on substance abuse and mental health. This field of study hits home for Erin as she is a recovering addict of four years. After battling substance abuse for most of her life, specifically heroin and meth, Erin is turning her tragedy into triumph, helping others in their recovery jour...

Taking it for Granted Ep 121 - Benjamin Allbright 17.05.2023

Benjamin Allbright is the Host of Broncos Country Tonight, and an NFL Insider, even though he hates the term. Benjamin made his way into the world of sports media through building relationships with players, coaches, and agents, and building a huge Twitter following breaking stories around the NFL. He also served 15 years in the Army Reserves with multiple tours in Iraq and other countries, and bu...

Taking it for Granted Ep 120 - Cous 11.05.2023

Cassie WIlson, better known as Cous in the music industry, is a singer/songwriter from Colorado, and one of the kindest souls around. After finding her love of music as a child, mostly from singing show tunes to her family, Cous has been chasing the dream of making music her full time career ever since. Evolving as an artist, and getting opportunties like opening for Caamp at Red Rocks, has her we...

Taking it for Granted Ep 119 - Andy Frasco 03.05.2023

Andy Frasco is a musician based out of Denver, CO, and hosts "Andy Frasco's World Saving Podcast". Andy has always known he was born to be a frontman, and from an early age was performing and honing his musical style. After years of touring almost non-stop, Andy Frasco and the U.N. have started to gain a huge following, selling out shows across the country. On his podcast, he sits down with fellow...

Taking it for Granted Ep 118 - Jason J.M. DeBord Part 2 26.04.2023

Jason J.M. DeBord returns for part two of his discussion with host Grant Smith as they break down some of Grant's dreams, and discuss how deep dream interpretation can take you. To learn more about Jason and his work, check out part one of this discussion, his great podcast "The Dreams That Shape Us" or check out his website https://jmdebord.com/.

Taking it for Granted Ep 117 - Jason J.M. DeBord Part 1 19.04.2023

Jason J.M. DeBord is an Author, Dream Interpreter, and Co-hosts an amazing podcast called "The Dreams That Shape Us". His path to becoming an expert in dream interpretation was unusual, but I'm not sure there is a usual path into this field. While attending college, a mentor attracted Jason to finding the meaning of dreams, and that has now become his life's work. Having already written many books...

Taking it for Granted Ep 116 - Max Valverde 13.04.2023

Max Valverde has helped start many ventures in his life that have been extremely successful, but his most recent one is quite different than the rest. After selling a software company, moving to Amsterdam, and even appearing on "Shark Tank", Max is now an Olympic hopeful in the sport of Skimo (ski mountaineering). He has always had an entrepreneurial spirit, which he credits to his parents, and no...

Taking it for Granted Ep 115 - Lara Daniel 05.04.2023

Lara Daniel is an Alpine Climber and Adventurer seeking to complete the Explorers' Grand Slam. She has completed four of the seven summits, and has plans for more in the upcoming year. Partnering with non-profits like Denver Pet Partners, Lara helps raise funds through her excursions as well. A pet lover herself, she goes out of her way to help others in need, and push herself to the limit in her...

Taking it for Granted Ep 114 - Nick Ellis 29.03.2023

Nick Ellis is an up and coming Comedian based out of Denver, CO, trying to leave his mark on a crowded and talented Colorado comedy scene. After moving from Ohio a few years ago, Nick is regularly getting gigs around the state, and even hosting a show at Oasis Brewing. Through ups and downs, and some battles with mental health, he is finding the life he wants to live out west through skiing, hikin...

Taking it for Granted Ep 113 - Eli Coberly 22.03.2023

Eli Coberly is a Yoga Therapist, Veteran, and Author of "White Road" and the newly released "War in the Hearts of Men." Eli served in as an Army Paratrooper until he was honorably discharged at 20 years old, and began his journey to figure out some universal truths of life. Studying yoga and traveling the world, Eli has started to find common threads throughout history and in our modern society an...

Taking it for Granted Ep 112 - Minisode - Thoughts on Life Lately 15.03.2023

Host Grant Smith reflects on lessons learned through life experiences and former guests of the podcast.

Taking it for Granted Ep 111 - Brad Williams 09.03.2023

Brad Williams is a Gym Owner, Fitness Coach, and Founder of Over 40 Fitness Hacks. Brad has dedicated his life to being the best version of himself, even if it means changing his beliefs, and is helping others become better as well. He owns a gym in Orange County, California, but after a serious back injury, started to pursue other ways to help people age gracefully, and continue to put their phys...

Taking it for Granted Ep 110 - Florence Ann Romano 22.02.2023

Florence Ann Romano is a personal growth strategist, businesswoman, philanthropist, and author. After 15 years as the Windy City Nanny, Florence Ann just released a book, "Build Your Village" that helps you identify the villagers needed in your life to help you and your children succeed. She was born and raised in Chicago in a mulit-generational household, and took lessons learned there, and throu...

Taking it for Granted Ep 109 - Kate Hiller 16.02.2023

Kate Hiller is a marketing manager for TechDivision GmbH, and is an avid lover of traveling, any activities outside, and of course her dog Lola. Kate was raised in Columbus, Ohio, but moved permanently to Leipzig, Germany five years ago. Kate has seen many parts of the world, mostly through her time in the Scripps' School of Journalism at Ohio University, and has completely immersed herself in the...

Taking it for Granted Ep 108 - Nick Ferguson 08.02.2023

Nick Ferguson is a former NFL player and coach, who is now focusing on all things media. After spending time with the Broncos, Jets, Texans, and 49ers, Nick has found a new purpose in life, and that is his family. His wife and kids mean everything to him, and he does his best everyday to let them know that. Nick has hosted radio shows, worked in television, and interacted with names you wouldn't b...

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