Taking it for Granted

All Father Mike has ever wanted to do is help. Whether that be through coaching wrestling, teaching special education, his priesthood, or helping his kids navigate through life, Mike wants to be of service. He has been blind in his left eye since birth and his currently battling leukemia, but that has never slowed Mike from accomplishing amazing feats like qualifying for the Olympic trials. Religi...

Luigi Casaretto AKA Weege is a musician who describes his sound as "reggaeish," but what's most important to him is being a great role model for his daughters and the best husband to his wife. After a long hiatus from music, he's hitting the road with a 10 piece band and couldn't be more excited about it. Find out more about his music and when he'll be playing near you by checking out his website...

Wic Whitney 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, and that shines through in his music and his personal life!

Dr. Roger Teel is a spiritual leader and speaker who co-founded the Association for Global New Thought. He was also the long-time minister at Mile Hi Church and author of the book "This Life is Joy." If you want to hear more about Roger's background or his life's work, go back and listen to the previous episode with him, or check out www.rogerteel.com .

Charlie Fulks is a giver and wouldn't have it any other way. He knows the importance of helping those in need through his work with the Peace Corps and Special Olympics, and has continued to give back in his community as well. Charlie's traveled the world from Guatemala to Germany, and has overcome loss in his life, coming out on the other side stronger than before, making sure those bad times don...

Dr. John Howell is a retired professor at Ohio University, an active member of his Quaker community, and dabbles in many fields such as religion and economics. He has a passion for the outdoors, and loves his small town life, but has lived all over the United States. John finds the most joy out of educating students and helping them reach that "AHA" moment!

Tom McGowan is a young entrepreneur on a mission with All Things Good. ATG is a news outlet that is turning into a digital empire that provides only good news stories and content. Through the struggles of starting a company with no financial backing, moving from city to city to find work, and overcoming the naysayers who didn't believe in the power of positive news, Tom is on his way to changing h...

Ben and Emily Roberts have been hitting the road together in their band Carolina Story for a decade, and being a married couple touring together definitely presents its own challenges. They found each other through music, and continue to spread their message of hope and happiness through their songs. This is especially evident in their latest album "Dandelion" available for purchase on their websi...

Dean was shot at the Kent State Massacre in 1970 and subsequently paralyzed. While that definitely changed the course of his life, it didn't slow him down. Over the past 50 years since the shooting, Dean has competed in marathons, played wheel chair basketball and was a County Commissioner. He doesn't hold a grudge, is thankful to be alive, and makes the most of each day he's given!

Richard was a HS History teacher for 25 years, and the former Deputy Director of the Ohio State Teachers' Retirement System. From growing up on a tobacco farm in North Carolina shortly after the Great Depression, to traveling the world to places like Egypt and India, being immersed in different cultures has shaped who he is. Family trumps all with Richard, and he makes the most of the present, whi...

Rob is a 26 year Army veteran, a paramedic in an ER, and co-host of the H-Train Show on Military Broadcast Radio. He is a charismatic man if I've ever met one, and his love for his family, friends, and country shine through when you get to know him. He is a servant at heart, whether it be in the veteran community or helping a neighbor, but he isn't afraid to speak his mind when he believes in some...

A minisode with friends, family, and a few strangers. I truly appreciate how open and vulnerable these conversations were, and I think it shows you that everyone has their own path to what makes them happy in life. You have to figure that out for yourself, but it sure helps to have a great group of humans around you!

Tom is one of the most genuine and friendly people you will ever meet. He's a Colorado radio personality whose love of sports is contagious. Tom lives his life with no regrets, and whatever he does, whether it be making sales or caring for his children, he gives it his all.

Jerod is an ex con turned activist advocating for positivity and acceptance in a community that welcomed him with open arms. After nearly two decades in the prison system, he decided to turn his life around for the better and help others do the same. Whether it be through his artwork, his passion of disc golf, or just a friendly conversation, Jerod is creating the positive change he wants to see i...

Leilani is a bright light of positivity in this world, but that hasn't always been the case. Through ups and downs, losses of loved ones, and career changes, Leilani now uses her work to help others find their positive frame of mind. She has left the corporate world for the spiritual one, and as a medium, reiki practitioner, and tarot reader, she helps her clients find peace and understanding in t...

Nick is a musician from Columbus, Ohio, and he also works with the non-profit We Amplify Voices. After playing in bands his whole life, Nick's new album "Aslan" is his first solo venture, and what an album it is. He is a devoted father, and after being agnostic for many years, now a devoted Christian. His life journey is full of twists and turns, from psychedelic to religious experiences, from fee...

Matt has been very successful with his films winning festivals and showing at places like Sundance and SXSW, but that's not what defines him. He finds the most joy in being a father, playing his guitar and tending to his garden. He is always looking for the next story to tell and living his life to the fullest along the way.

Lauren is a survivor of a traumatic brain injury who is now acting as a resource guide to others in similar situations. She is transparent about her struggles to find proper care, rehabbing through the ups and downs, and getting back to the things she loves like power lifting. Find out more at wakeupbrain.org.

Kristal's story is one that needed to be told. She is a retired Air Force pilot who has pivoted into the fields of wine and yoga. After being forced to call it quits as a pilot, she looked for the next opportunity life was opening up for her, and now she is a sommelier and yoga instructor. We talk dealing with grief, stepping outside your comfort zone, and of course, wine.

Darrick is a man with a curious mind. He is the host of the Louisville, Kentucky based radio show "Inside A Question" and so much more. Darrick was a K-12 teacher, lived in a monastery and like me, a huge music lover. His curious mind leads him to seeking out answers to any questions that peak his interest in a variety of fields, reflected by his degrees in Physics, Mathematics, Hindi and Philosop...

Davon is a Denver, CO filmmaker, director and actor who has won numerous awards over the years for his work, but is still waiting for his big break. He discusses traveling the world, film festivals, staying positive and race relations and the media's role in that.

Kimilu is a life coach, reiki master practitioner, author and host of the podcast Celebrate Life. You can learn more about Kimi at her website https://www.kimilu.com/ .

Neal's story starts with a suicide attempt, but thankfully doesn't end there. Dealing with the blindness caused by his attempt, Neal's perspective has shifted into the most grateful and happiest version of himself. He doesn't see blindness as a handicap but a new way to view the world and make the most of it.

Sarah Thomas is arguably the most accomplished open water marathon swimmer with a 104 mile Lake Champlain swim that took 67 hours, and swimming the English Channel four times in a row. She also overcame a battle with breast cancer and is a public speaker and swim coach.

Dr. Roger Teel is a spiritual leader and speaker who co-founded the Association for Global New Thought. He was also the long-time minister at Mile Hi Church and author of the book "This Life is Joy."