Episodes

  • Can You PLAN For Happiness? Yes, you can.
    May 15 2024

    You don't have to resign yourself to an unfullfilled life, a life of despair with no sense of purpose. There are tools available to give structure and meaning to your journey. Genesis Hey Krick is a life coach, author, and motivational speaker who gives practical advice on how to examine where you and how to pivot towards a more satisfying life. She even gives Boomer suggestions on how to manage his time. This is part two of our interview on how to transform your life.

    Connect with Genesis:

    Website: https://genesisspeaks.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/genesisspeaks/

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/genesishey

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genesisheykrick/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genesisheykrick/

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    36 mins
  • Are you thriving or simply surviving?
    Apr 15 2024

    Do you wake up with joy and excitement as you contemplate the day ahead of you, or would you describe your life as stagnant? Are you running on a hamster wheel and feeling trapped? Are you being called to do a little bit more?

    Are you simply surviving? Or are you thriving? Are you, as stated in the title to a Garth Brooks hit song, “Standing Outside the Fire?”

    Our guest, Genesis Hick-Krey, asks us to reflect upon these questions, to be open to self-discovery, to reconsider where you might direct your life. And she offers practical advice on how to start this transformational journey. It’s not a fluff ‘n stuff approach to change.

    Connect with Genesis:

    Website: https://genesisspeaks.com/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/genesisspeaks/

    Twitter: https://twitter.com/genesishey

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/genesisheykrick/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/genesisheykrick/

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    32 mins
  • Brian Schoo, Surf Therapy, part II
    Mar 15 2024

    Surf Therapy- Say what? Say yes to an alternative therapy that successfully treats PTSD, chronic pain, depression, grief, autism, and much more. Say WOW to the International Surf Therapy Organization (ISTO) that brings together 133 surf therapy groups all over the world to serve hundreds of thousands of clients a year to get into the water, get on a surfboard, and get on with their lives.

    This is part II of our conversation with ISTO's Chairman of the Board, Brian School. Brian explains how their deliberate and analytical approach to surf therapy is a rapidly growing treatment that is changing lives.

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    41 mins
  • Surf therapy--Really? Dude, REALLY!
    Feb 19 2024

    Surf Therapy is growing alternative therapy for a multitude of afflictions, including PTSD, chronic pain, autism, depression, grief, among others.  Brian Schoo, Chairman of the Board of the International Surf Therapy Organization, explains the vision of this non-profit and how he and his team hope to improve the lives of people by "hanging ten."  Brian's passion for this effort is highlighted by his recent resignation from the Nestle company where he was a top executive involved with global logistics and then eventually developing The Thrive Network, a branch of Nestle dedicated to mental health.  Enjoy listening to how this young man who grew up in the Midwest is now catching waves and changing lives.

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    35 mins
  • Potpourri IV: Death of the Pillsbury Doughboy, What Scares You the Most- just a part of the grabbag literary lineup.
    Jan 13 2024

    In Potpourri IV, a litany of literary gems await you.  

    This edition includes these goodies: philosophy by Charles Schultz, an interview with a cat, advice on how NOT to ruin your life and so much more.

    Let the eargasm begin.

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    38 mins
  • A Christmas Rifle- no, not the Official Red Ryder, carbine action, two-hundred shot range model air rifle.
    Dec 18 2023

    My audio holiday gift to you is the story of "A Christmas Rifle."  Ralphie, in the movie A Christmas Story," cries when he almost shoots his eye out with his treasured Red Ryder.  I cried a bit when I read "A Christmas Rifle" in a Facebook post.  I doubt that you'll fare differently.  May the blessings of this season be upon you and your family and may they be shared with others.  Length: 12 minutes

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    12 mins
  • Workplace Tales: Demure daughter of minister evolves as international player in Latin America events. Part II.
    Dec 15 2023

    What type of person interacts with United States presidents, military leaders from the U.S. and other countries, along with various dignitaries and leaders throughout Latin America?  Who briefs Colin Powell on Latin America events, has face-to-face meetings with the "Angel of Death," learns hostage escape tactics and reports on coup d'é·tats?  Someone in the CIA?  Possibly.  But it's also Joanna Esty, a barrier breaking courageous lady who for more than a couple of decades was a linchpin in Latin America as a civilian employee of the Defense Intelligence Agency.  This is part two of our conversation.

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    35 mins
  • Workplace Tales: Joanna Esty, Defense Intelligence Agency Officer
    Nov 15 2023
    Once a quiet student from a small high school in western Ilinois, Joanna spent 18 years in the Defense Intelligence Agency as a civilian officer, an occupation that involved interactions with U.S. Presidents, General Colin Powell, and extensive traveling. She shares with Jimmy Ahmahdoofous and Boomer how she became a significant player in Latin American politics and how even today has a hand in creating diplomatic relations with our southern neighbors.
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    32 mins