Taking it for Granted

Yuri Williams is the Founder of A Future Superhero and Friends, and is on a mission to spread good throughout the country, and one day, hopefully the world. Starting with an idea while sitting in his car after his mother's passing, to appearing on "Good Morning America" with The Rock and Michael Strahan, his mission is starting to gain some momentum. Dressing up in superhero costumes and surprisin...

Hank Shaw is an outdoorsman, author, and chef that founded the online resource guide Hunter Angler Gardener Cook. After spending many years as a political reporter, Hank made his passion his job, leaving politics behind for a simpler life. Hank finds real joy in the visceral connection with nature he achieves through hunting, fishing, and foraging. To learn more about Hank, his books, podcasts, or...

Host Grant Smith is joined by his brother AJ Smith for their annual discussion as TIFG enters year 3 of the podcast. AJ discusses his continued journey of sobriety, reaching new phases in life, and being happy where you are. To learn more about AJ and his story, check out his previous two episodes!

We take a look back on two years of the TIFG podcast. The first half of the episode is a compilation that was put together for an award show, displaying what the podcast is all about. The second half of the episode we look back at some conversations that really left an impact on us in the past two years, and gain some perspective heading into year three!

Voices of iHeartRadio Denver share their thoughts on the past year, lessons they learned, their plans for the next year, and what they are hoping to achieve and learn going forward. This episode originally aired on KOA, and is set up for radio segments, so I hope you enjoy the different format of the episode. To learn more about any of the voices you hear on this episode, check out https://koacolo...

Paul Scudo is the Executive Director of Step Denver, a sober living and residential recovery program, helping men overcome their battle with addiction. Paul is a recovering addict himself, and shares his story of how he ended up where he is today, and the story of Step Denver, breaking down the pillars of the program and how each step works. To learn more about Paul, Step Denver, and the countless...

Dr. Greg Hammer is a Stanford University professor, physician, best-selling author, and mindfulness expert. Greg shares his practices to not only live a successful life, but more importantly, a happy one. He has learned through mentors, his studies, and life lessons along the way to create four pillars of happiness through his GAIN method. To learn more about Greg and his work, check out his websi...

Taking it for Granted's favorite priest Father Mike Tess returns for his third appearance on episode 100! With host Grant Smith, he discusses not giving your power away, valuing the time and relationships in your life, and the three enough's. To learn more about Father Mike and his work, check out his previous two episodes of TIFG, or give him a follow on Instagram @fathermiketess.

Courtney Greth is the Owner and Operator of Recenter Therapeutic Massage, a Reiki Practitioner, Yomassage Therapist, and Birth Doula, but more importantly, she is a person you hope to call a friend. Courtney is a positive force in every life she touches, and is constantly lifting those up around her through her work, and her personality. Through ups and downs with health, relationships, and just e...

The Voices of iHeart Denver is a special holiday edition of the TIFG podcast. You'll hear from the likes of Dave Logan, Big Al, Ross Kaminsky, Mandy Connell, Leland Conway, Ryan Edwards, Benjamin Allbright, Michael Brown, and many more on what brings them joy and happiness in their life. They'll also share some keys to being grateful around the holiday season, and some family traditions that they...

Jack Corrigan is the Voice of the Colorado Rockies on 850 KOA and iHeartRadio, and has experienced more in his life than most dare to dream of. From growing up in a large Irish-Catholic family in Ohio, blocking for a Heisman hopeful and going to class with Superman at Cornell, to calling MLB games for over 40 years, Jack has lived his best life, being grateful for each day he gets! While calling b...

Jack of all trades media related Andy Juett joined host Grant Smith for part 2 of their conversation, covering everything from comedy to kids, and making the best of his time whether it be producing movies and shows in LA, or selling radio ads in Denver. To learn more about Andy and his work, follow him on Instagram @justjuett or on Twitter @andyjuett.

Leilani Bush, The Joyful Medium, returns for another conversation with host Grant Smith that covers everything from intergalactic life, handling grief and the loss of loved ones, and the power of music. Leilani uses her work to help others find their positive frame of mind. She left the corporate world (see episode one) for the spiritual one, and as a medium, reiki practitioner, and tarot reader,...

Eliana Gilad is an Author, Healing Voice Mentor, and Founder of Voices of Eden, a therapeutic singing system. Having lived so much life from broadcasting at the Olympics to living through bombs dropping around her during a war in the Middle East, she found her authentic voice through the practices she is now teaching to thousands around the world. To learn more about Eliana and her work, visit htt...

Getting to know host Grant Smith through quotes of previous guests of the podcast, anecdotes from life, and lessons learned from them.

Matt Burke is a musician based out of Nashville, Tennessee, and is finding his way in the music scene after putting in years of work. Through his early days in Chicago and Florida with the Matt Burke Band, he found some success, but sometimes the universe pushes you in a different direction. After a few years of tough hands dealt out by life, Matt moved to Nashville with his guitar and a handful o...

Chef Troy Guard is the Owner and Executive Chef of TAG Restaurant Group and a staple in the Colorado food scene and beyond. He has created establishments such as Guard and Grace, TAG, FNG, bubu, and many more. He has spanned the globe from Hawaii, to New York, to Asia to hone his craft in the kitchen, and through mentorship from great chefs along the way, Troy found his calling in life, and is thr...

United States Air Force Lt. Col. Maura George is as strong a person as you'll find, that won't back down from a challenge, and always keeps an eye out for the next opportunity to progress. Whether it be flying helicopters in the Army, teaching her kids at home, or flying commercially now, she is always giving maximum effort, and pushing herself to be the best she can. Life knocks everyone down, bu...

Kip Wilson is the Founder of all things Stoned Appetit, and has a zest for life that you can only admire. Growing up in the south, Kip enjoyed a simple childhood, but knew he wanted to spread his wings to new frontiers. He worked in many professions, from bartender to tech salesman, but has found his passion in his work with Stoned Appetit. Kip and his colleagues have carved out a community that c...

Andy Juett is a man who wears many hats; a comedian, producer, director, actor, writer, media executive, and grandfather, but above all he is a a caring person who wants the best for everyone in the world. Andy has had quite a journey through life, but through all the ups and downs, he has maintained his resilient attitude and made the most of every opportunity that presented itself. Whether it be...

Stephanie Hongo is a Trash Artist based out of Connecticut, sculpting others' garbage into beautiful masterpieces. Doing her part to reduce waste and make art are core values for Stephanie, and she has finally found her vision. While it was a long journey to get where she is today, she is finding herself more thankful for what she has as each day passes. There is nothing more she enjoys than finis...

Kyle Busey is the Owner and GM of Busey Brews Smokehouse and Brewery, located in beautiful Nederland CO, fifteen minutes from Eldora Mountain Resort. While Kyle has succeeded at many things in life, one thing that has always drawn him back is the hospitality and service industry. Now he is taking Busey Brews, along with their wonderful BBQ, to the next level. Kyle still finds time to pursue his ho...

Alec Flynn is a Denver based comedian doing his best to stand out in a strong comedy scene, by being himself, and going places only others think about. Originally from Boston, he understands the work needed to get to where he wants to be, but also takes the time to celebrate the small wins. Constantly improving his craft and enjoying life simultaneously, Alec is good for some laughs anywhere and a...

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

Dave Jacobson is the Senior Marketing Manager for Visit Aurora, and was a staple in the Colorado radio scene for a decade plus. His upbringing gave him a unique perspective on life, and the ups and downs throughout it have made him into the strong person he is today. After a tumultuous ending to his career at iHeart, Dave found himself again, and what makes him truly happy. Going from rubbing shou...