The Journey Out

Send us Fan Mail Ready to trade confusion for a clear plan after a major injury or surgery? We sit down with physical therapist and senior clinical liaison Amanda Schmidt to unpack how acute inpatient rehab helps people walk, talk, eat, and think again through three hours a day of focused, physician-led therapy. If you’ve ever wondered who qualifies, what really happens in those sessions, and why...

Send us Fan Mail Caregiving rarely comes with a roadmap, especially after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis. We sat down with Cynthia and Rubi from the Dallas Area Agency on Aging to chart a clear path through the fog: free respite care, safety-focused home repairs, stress-busting classes, and a community network designed to help families move from surviving to thriving. Their team is turning a “best-kept...

Send us Fan Mail Caregiving can start with a single phone call—and suddenly you’re responsible for a loved one’s safety, schedule, and sanity, plus your own. We sit down with Marylynne and Ryan Henry from Friends Place Adult Day Services in DeSoto to unpack how purposeful day programs protect dignity for people living with dementia while restoring time, rest, and hope for caregivers. Marylynne’s p...

Send us Fan Mail Ready for a real estate conversation that feels more like a life plan than a sales pitch? We sit with broker Paul Fritz to explore how SRES expertise turns fear and guesswork into clarity for seniors and families. From aging in place to selecting the right community, Paul lays out practical steps that reduce stress, protect budgets, and honor memories. We walk through the full dec...

Send us Fan Mail What if a single morning on the road rewired your entire life? Nathan “The Greatest” Loftis takes us from oilfield trucks and 4 a.m. call times to a devastating crash in 2020, a six-month struggle to walk, and a fierce commitment to serve seniors with dignity. That turning point fuels Go Giver, his residential care home that welcomes complex cases others turn away, from two-person...

Send us Fan Mail What if the delay you dread is actually protection you can’t see yet? We open Exodus 23:23–33 and trace God’s promise to guide His people into the land “little by little.” That one phrase reframes the impatience we feel when life moves slower than our plans, revealing a wiser pace that builds capacity, character, and courage for what’s ahead. We walk through the backstory of Israe...

Send us Fan Mail Dr. Mary Wilson from CenterWell Senior Primary Care takes us on a compassionate journey through the often-overlooked landscape of senior heart health, revealing why this population deserves specialized attention and care. The sobering reality of heart disease emerges as Dr. Wilson explains how high blood pressure, cholesterol issues, and diabetes interact to affect the heart'...

Send us Fan Mail Life insurance isn't just about what happens after you're gone—it's a powerful financial foundation that can build wealth while you're very much alive. This eye-opening conversation with Amanda Lewis, a life insurance agent with five years in the financial space, reveals how both everyday people and the wealthy use permanent life insurance policies as strategic...

Send us Fan Mail The senior care industry hides in plain sight until you desperately need it. That moment often arrives during a crisis—when a parent falls, receives a difficult diagnosis, or can no longer safely live independently. Suddenly, families find themselves navigating an unfamiliar landscape of assisted living communities, memory care facilities, and caregiving options without a roadmap....

Send us Fan Mail When a loved one can't drive themselves to medical appointments, who can you trust to get them there safely? It's a question many families don't consider until they're frantically searching online during a crisis, often discovering an industry they never knew existed. The vital world of non-emergency medical transportation (NEMT) takes center stage in this eye-...

Send us Fan Mail What does it truly mean to build a business with purpose and faith at the center? Mark Drake's entrepreneurial journey offers profound insights into this question, revealing how spiritual foundation shapes business decisions in remarkable ways. From humble beginnings charging $5 for neighborhood haircuts to becoming a tech innovator specializing in AI solutions, Mark's p...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when you're simultaneously planning a wedding, caring for dying parents, supporting a graduating daughter, and maintaining a demanding nursing career? This raw and powerful conversation with clinical nurse coordinator Kimberly Drake reveals the often unseen struggles of caregivers who wear multiple hats while navigating profound personal grief. Drake opens up abo...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when the interviewers become the interviewees? In this special role-reversed episode, Tamika and Janiah from OG LLC. step into the hosting chairs to uncover the remarkable story behind Antoine and Bryunna, the father-daughter team that hosts The Journey Out podcast. This candid conversation reveals how a deeply personal family challenge—a grandmother's dementia d...

Send us Fan Mail Meet the dynamic duo revolutionizing how businesses achieve transformational impact. Janiah Lake and Tamika Stembridge, founders of OGLLC and known respectively as "the Banker" and "the Lawyer," share their journey from corporate careers to becoming trusted advisors for visionary leaders across the globe. Their philosophy of "operationalizing genius"...

Send us Fan Mail What if the secret to living well into your golden years isn't found in a pill bottle but on your plate? In this enlightening episode of the Journey Out podcast, we dive deep into the science of nutrition for healthy aging with Dr. Shaneka Baylor, a clinical pharmacist who pivoted her career to focus on senior nutrition through her company, Chefs for Seniors. Dr. Baylor bring...

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Send us Fan Mail Could the path to a sharper mind be hiding in plain sight? Forget the notion that memory loss is an inevitable part of aging. In this illuminating episode, we debunk common myths about brain health while exploring evidence-based strategies to prevent cognitive decline at any age. We dive into the surprising statistic that up to 40% of dementia cases could potentially be prevented...

Send us Fan Mail What's the secret to maintaining your independence as you age? It's simpler than you might think. Mobility equals freedom, and in this kickoff episode of our "Healthy Aging: Living Well at Every Stage" series, we dive deep into practical strategies for staying active, independent, and safe throughout the aging process. Did you know that adults lose 3-5% of musc...

Send us Fan Mail Failure isn't the enemy of entrepreneurship—it's the secret ingredient for success. Join us as we transform the conversation around business setbacks from sources of fear into powerful catalysts for growth. The fear of failure traps countless would-be entrepreneurs before they ever truly begin. Our candid conversation peels back the layers of common entrepreneurial anxie...

Send us Fan Mail What if stress isn't just a silent killer but also a sneaky shapeshifter, impacting every corner of our lives? Join us as we unpack the intricate relationship between stress and mental health, exploring how different types of stress, from the sudden acute stress to the lingering chronic stress, infiltrate both mind and body. Through personal stories and shared struggles, we e...

Send us Fan Mail Amatullah Shabazz, the visionary force behind Wealth Climbers, joins us on Journey Out to share her transformative mission of empowering youth through financial literacy and entrepreneurship. Discover how Amatullah's personal experiences shaped her journey from focusing on adults to passionately investing in the education of young minds. Through the innovative approach of gam...

Send us Fan Mail What if your family's unique set of values could redefine the way you interact with the world? On today's Journey Out podcast, we invite you to reflect on the deeply personal and often passed-down values that shape not only your family life but also your individual actions. Through heartfelt stories and significant family events, we illustrate the profound impact of putt...

Send us Fan Mail What happens when personal hardship turns into a powerful mission to change the world of caregiving? Our guest Pam Brandon, CEO and founder of Age-U-Cate Training Institute, shares her deeply personal journey inspired by her parents' battles with Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. As a result, Pam has pioneered paths for caregiver education, addressing the urgent need for community...

Send us Fan Mail Join us on a journey as we explore the fascinating world of Alzheimer's and dementia with Dr. Diana Kerwin, founder and president of Kerwin Medical Center. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Kerwin shares her personal story, recounting a pivotal moment during her residency that ignited her passion for tackling memory impairments. This episode sheds light on the subtle s...

Send us Fan Mail What if the challenges of caregiving could transform you into a beacon of support and resilience? Join us as we welcome the remarkable Veronica Shanklin, founder of Dementia Care Warriors, who courageously shares her poignant journey of caring for her grandmother and mother, both touched by Alzheimer's and dementia. Veronica takes us into the heart of her experience, revealin...