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Mark and Joe interview people with stories that affirm your belief in the goodwill, courage, determination, commitment and vision of everyday people. Our primary goal is that, through another person's story, you will find meaningful connection no matter your place in life. We intend that the stories we select will be inspiring and maybe help you laugh, cry, think or change your mind about something important in your life.
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Beyond Traditional Bonds: Exploring Authentic Male Friendship with Neil J Meyer
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Finding genuine male friendships and expressing emotions can be a complex journey, especially when faced with societal expectations. Join us for a heart-to-heart conversation with our lifelong friend, Neil J Meyer, as we break down the i…
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An Intimate Family Portrait of Mental Illness in an Era of Silence - Wisdom Shared from Meg Kissinger
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Meg Kissinger, a distinguished journalist and Pulitzer Prize finalist, takes us on an intimate journey through her life and work as she shares stories from her memoir, "While You Were Out." Raised in a family shadowed by mental health an…
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Wisdom from the Hearts and Minds of Three Siblings: Bill (99) Dee Dee (98) and Fritz Kruschel (96) - Sharing Optimism, Values and Friendship
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback In this episode you will be transported to 1932, right in the middle of the Great Depression, as we sit down with the incredible Kruschel siblings: Bill, Dee Dee, and Fritz, ages 99, 98, and 96. We promise you’ll learn not only about the…
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Celebrating 99 Years of Courage, Resilience, and Joy with guest, Bill Kruschel
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Join us as we share the remarkable life of Bill Kruschel, an extraordinary 99-year-old, whose journey from a World War II Navy medic to a beloved member of the White Bear Lake community is nothing short of inspiring. This episode paints …
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Providing Mental Health Care in Schools - It's Complicated! PART TWO with Dr. William Dikel
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback This is the second episode featuring child psychiatrist, Dr. William Dikel. Dr. Dikel pulls back the curtain on the often overlooked role that education systems play in addressing the mental health needs of children and youth. Dr. Dikel …
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Providing Mental Health Care in Schools with Dr William Dikel - Part One
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Embark on an enlightening exploration of the complex world of children's mental health with us, as we sit down with child psychiatrist, Dr. William Dikel. As a vanguard in child psychiatry, Dr. Dikel offers a wealth of knowledge on how o…
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Engine Out - A Harrowing Journey on Lake Superior
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback When the gentle hum of an engine gives way to eerie silence, the vast expanse of Lake Superior transforms from a peaceful oasis into a formidable beast. This is the chilling setting that Mark and Julie Wolak bravely stepped into, and the…
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Honoring Stories: Our Year of Connections and Music in 2023
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Join us, your hosts Mark and Joe, as we look back on a year where Stories in Life shared tales of human spirit and determination. We reflect on connections made across 20 countries and bonds with over a thousand followers who've become p…
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Are We Living in the Age of the Heart? A Dialogue with Mark Larson
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback This episode unfurls a captivating tapestry where our friend, Dr. Mark Larson shares a theory of the emergence of the 'age of the heart,' a transformative shift in societal values where empathy and emotional intelligence reign supreme. L…
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From Chicago Streets to Peruvian Peaks - A Story of Gratitude From Dan Kuzlik
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Ever wondered about the sheer transformative power of gratitude and giving? Join us on an inspiring journey as we share this incredible story of gratitude and meaningful community change. Hear several first-hand accounts from Dan Kuzlik,…
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More Middle School Chronicles with Educator Emily Boyle
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Do you remember your favorite teacher? The one who not only taught you academic knowledge but also shaped you into a better individual? Our guest, Emily Boyle is an experienced middle school teacher who embodies these qualities and more.…
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Teaching, Transforming and Inspiring: With Educator Emily Boyle
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Imagine being a kid again, sitting in a classroom, listening to your teacher passionately discuss how important it is to learn and to be your best person. Then imagine seeing that same teacher put her heart into making sure that you are …
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Mid-Season Update: An Inside Look into Our StoryTelling Journey
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback As the hosts of Stories in Life, Mark Wolak and Joe Boyle take time to reflect on the journey so far. Stories In Life - On the Radio with Mark and Joe has reached over 525 downloads across 15 countries and 125 cities and towns at the hal…
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From Farm to Front - A Young Soldier's Story of Courage at the Battle of the Bulge (Part Three of Three)
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback This is the third episode of a three-part story told in detail by Alphonse Wolak, a young soldier who enlisted in the Air Force and served as a side gunner in a B-24 Liberator in WW2. Alphonse Wolak was 18 when he enlisted and shares his…
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From the Farm to Front - A Young Soldier's Story of Courage at the Battle of the Bulge (Episode Two of Three)
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Ever wondered what it was like to be a side gunner in World War II? Prepare to be transported back in time as we hear from Alphonse Wolak, a B-24 Liberator gunner, who lived through the harrowing experience of being shot down and capture…
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From the Farm to Front - A Young Soldier's Story of Courage at the Battle of the Bulge (Part One of Three)
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback You're about to embark on a memorable journey through time, as we sit down with my Uncle Alphonse Wolak to share his unforgettable experiences serving in the now famous Eighth Air Force during World War II. From the moment he enlisted at…
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Stranded on Lake Superior: A Sailor's Tale of Teamwork and Ingenuity
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback This week, we're on board with Gary W. Anderson, a sailor and friend, with a serious knack for adventure and an unforgettable story. We set our course to Lake Superior, the largest fresh water lake in the world, where Gary and his crew f…
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Transformative Innovation and Global Leadership Insights from Darrell Mann
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Ever wondered how systematic innovation can transform organizations and businesses for enhanced decision-making? We had the honor of visiting with Darrell Mann, an expert in this field who has worked across various industries and contine…
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Unlocking the DNA of Success: Exploring the Power of Relationships Between Trends and Innovation with Darrell Mann
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback What if we told you that the secret to successful innovation lies in understanding the relationships between trends? In our enlightening conversation with Darrell Mann, a world-renowned expert in systematic innovation, we uncover the thi…
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Truth and Leadership in the Age of AI: A Discussion with Darrell Mann
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback What if embracing failure could unlock the secrets to innovation? Join us as we sit down with Darrell Mann, a global consultant and expert in systematic innovation, and unpack the idea of learning from failure to drive success. We also d…
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A Couple's Ride to Success: Inside the World of Trail Building with Dirt Candy Designs
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Imagine if you could combine your passion for mountain biking and nature with your entrepreneurial spirit and relationship goals? Our guests, Adam and Mica Harju from Dirt Candy Designs, are doing just that. As a trail-building couple, t…
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From Passion to Profession: The Dirt Candy Designs Story
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback What if you could take your love for biking and nature to create a unique and thriving business? Meet Adam and Mica Harju, the dynamic duo behind Dirt Candy Designs, who turned their passion into a successful bike trail building company,…
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The Power of Storytelling: Connecting Lives and Leaving a Legacy - The Vision
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Click here to send a message. We love to hear from our listeners! Send us a text message and share your feedback Have you ever wondered how the power of storytelling can impact our lives and create a lasting legacy for future generations? Join Joe Boyle and Mark Wolak as we discuss the importance of sharing stories of hope and resilience, and how t…
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