The BOWA Show

Today we dive a little deeper into why Ben is... Ben. It's kinda funny with great comedy at the end. Kevin Owens Donates Money from T-Shirts Brian Simpson - The Laugh Factory Tubthumping - Chumbawamba Intro music by Ian Thompson

Today we talk about the benefits of optimism, and the effect it can have on your life as discussed in the NPR article linked below. Optimists for the Win - Morning Edition - Patti Neighmond Rob DaRocha - The Laugh Factory Ian Thompson - Intro

Today is all about that journey. Stay in the present and enjoy every day you are given because it is a gift. We should treat it that way. A Texas Teen Bought 170 Flowers to Give Every Girl at a School a Valentine - CNN Live in the Present - Grow Successful Interview with Aaron Gilman Ryan Dalton - The Laugh Factory Chumbawamba - Tubthumping

Today is all about Kindness. Be Kind to others around you and be Kind to yourself. Chiefs Player Pays It Forward to Celebrate Super Bowl Win - FOX17 BE KIND - Inspirational and Motivational Video - Above Inspiration Amir K - The Laugh Factory

Today we discuss how connected we all are as humans. Jim Carrey - We Are All Connected - Fearless Soul Bill Nye The Science Guy - We Are All Connected Matt Rife - Homeless People - The Laugh Factory

Today we remember Kobe Bryant and talk about mentality. It's the small steps that get you closer to your goal. In 2019 More Americans Went to the Library Than the Movies - Lithub.com 30 Minutes That Will Change Your Perspective on Life - Lobe Bryant Motivation The Laugh Factory - Little Esther

Today is Shaun's Birthday! So we celebrate! A Group of Preschoolers Set Up A Hot Cocoa Stand and Raised $10,000 for a Classmate Battling Cancer Bobby Lee - The Laugh Factory

Happiness is the foundation that needs to be in your life, so it's important that 2020 begins with it as well for us. Fire Ravaged Town of Mallacoota to Receive emergency Beer Delivery from Navy Ship The Secret to Real Happiness - Chispa Motivation The Simple Secret to Happiness - Ryan Estis - Goalcast

Today we get you pumped up for the New Year and the new decade. Ditch the New Years resolution, and start planning a New You Revolution! A Florida Man Pays 36 Overdue Electricity Bills - CNN Win This Year - Ben Lionell Scott Stop New Years Resoutions - Motivation Archive Sandy Danto - The Laugh Factory

Today we discuss gratitude. Surprise surprise, it's important! That's it. Neuroscience Reveals: Gratitude Literally Rewires Your Brain to Be Happier The Science of Gratitude - Tremendousness KT Tatara - The Laugh Factory

Today is about setting goals and planning a 2020 revolution. Brad Paisley Breaks Ground on Free Grocery Store in Nashville - News4 WSMV Nashville Before 2020, Watch This - Prince EA Tony Rock - The Laugh Factory  

Today is all about Ben. We've been asked for the story, so here is a little slice of it. 11 Year Old Cancer Survivor Collects Presents for Kids in Hospital - Fox17 Steve Garza - The Laugh Factory Nate Jackson - The Laugh Factory

It's Thanksgiving week so we're all about thankfulness today. 8 Year Old Makes "Hero Bags" - CNN Laugh Factory - Brent Morin

Today we discuss music, mindfulness, comedy, and Aliens?! It's Move In Day for Veterans in Kansas City The Whitest Thing Ever - Tony Rock

Today's all about having hope. Maybe you're struggling, but it's just a little pick-me-up. Retirement Surprise: Boss Pay's Off Vietnam Vet's Mortgage Samwise Speech - LOTR The Two Towers When All Hope is Lost - Ben Lionel Scott Never Lose Hope - HESMotivation Trevor Wallace - The Laugh Factory

Matthew McConaughey gives us a lot to talk about today. We always talk about finding yourself, and today is no different. When you are your one true self life falls into place a little easier.  Halloween for Everyone - WZZM13 - Mary Free Bed Matthew McConaughey - 13 Truths Josh Henson - Laugh Factory

Today is all about that passion. Whether you're missing it, you've got it, or you could be better, we're all in that boat. Kid Find Blind Deer and Guides It Tony Robbins - Feeling Lost? Find Your Passion Mike Marino - Laugh Factory

Today we have some real talk, some self assessment. Where are you at and are you taking action to make the changes you want, or are you still dreaming? Future Looking Brighter for Michigan Pizza Shop Slapped with $19K Electric Bill - FOX 17 Change Your Life - Motivation - RedFrost Motivation Admiral McRaven - Make Your Bed in the Morning - Be Better Than Average Pat Tomasulo - Laugh Factory Chicag...

Today we have a very special guest who shares his story with us. Big Thank you to Scott Suchecki for joining us. You won't want to miss this episode. A CEO Who Writes 9,200 Employee Birthday Cards a Year Explains the Value of Gratitude - Business Insider Garrit Elzinga - Sunday Night Funnies

Today we talk about living the struggle, and how taking it one day at a time can be all you can do sometimes. It can also be all you need to do. Take each day as it's own battle and tackle what's in front of you. Laila Anderson Draws Inspiration From the St. Louis Blues - Fox 2 News One Day or Day One - Motivation2Study Sunday Night Funnies - Gerrit Elzinga

Today is all about mental strength and the health behind it. It is a BIG episode for The BOWA Show! 25 episodes in! So, we bring on our first guest and talk all about the importance of mental health. Chris Jericho Saves the Day Again - Wrestling News One of the Most Eye Opening Speeches - Will Smith When Life Hits You - Ben Lionel Scott Sunday Night Funnies - Aaron Cohen  

Stress is something everybody feels. Today we talk about how to battle it. It doesn't matter where you're from or what you do, we all deal with stress, and we must battle it in a different way. Today is all about rising above the  stress. Good News Story If You're ever Stressed, Watch This.... - Russell Brand People Share What They Talk About with Their Therapist - Soul Pancake Go Fund Me - Relief...

Today we discuss the importance of friendship with some good talking points from Shasta Nelson and Gary Vaynerchuck. We finish with some comedy from Robert Jenkins. High School Senior with Down Syndrome Who Dreamed of Playing Football Frientimacy: The 3 Requirements of a Healthy Friendships - Shasta Nelson - TEDx Talks Drop That One LOSER Friend In Your Circle - A Life Changing Speech with Gary Va...

 Today's all about the impact of empathy. We talk the science of it, and give some real life application that explains why empathy can be tough. Good News Does Money Make You Happier - The Science of Happiness Prince EA  

It's all about believing in yourself. A good foundation leads to a strong structure, and that starts with you.   God's Garage - Opt for Optimism Films - Frost Bank   Believe in Yourself - HESMotivation   Believe in Yourself ft. Jaret Grossman & Eric Thomas - Ben Lionel Scott   Zachary Stein - Sunday Night Funnies