Best Stone Stafford Podcasts (2024)

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29. Coffee Hour with Stan Prichard 2:17:45

2d ago2:17:45

2:17:45

For some southeastern boys, the world is too big to stay in one place. Stan Prichard discovered a love for kayaking and the outdoors early in life and responded "hell yeah" to any offer that came his way. That attitude took him around the globe doing first descents, international class V classics, as well as pushing water levels and some local clas…

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223. Why I Switched from Democrat to Republican 59:17

9d ago59:17

59:17

With the Vice Presidential debate between J.D. Vance and Tim Walz on the horizon, and the Presidential debate in the not to distant past, more people are undecided as ever before. Born and raised in a low-income family on the Southside of Chicago with 8 other siblings, Cynthia Williams never felt that her lot in life was to be poor. With a drive to…

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28. Chasing Dreams with Pedro Oliva 2:06:59

20d ago2:06:59

2:06:59

Pedro Oliva had a dream when he was just a kid, that he was going to see the world and do something great. A good way to fulfill that dream? Be the guy that Ben Stookesberry can count on to always say "yes" to his next crazy mission. That attitude propelled Pedro around the world on countless kayaking expeditions, gave him a brief stint as the worl…

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222. Are Parents the Demise of Many Potential Pro Athletes? 1:27:16

23d ago1:27:16

1:27:16

Derrick Stafford has refereed NBA games for 31 seasons. He was well-regarded for his experience, consistency and professionalism. Derrick shared his thoughts on some of the current NBA rules and changes, his friendship with Charles Barkley and Mark Cuban comment the most difficult player he had referee, and his up close and personal insights on MJ,…

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Michael O'Brien: Igniting the Joy of Work 1:11:59

26d ago1:11:59

1:11:59

In this insightful episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra sits down with Michael J. O'Brien, founder of The BluePrint Toolset®, Inc., to explore how leaders can ignite the joy of work and foster positive cultural transformation within organizations. With over 35 years of experience coaching executives and consulting across div…

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27. Jammin with Will (Jamboy) Griffith 1:30:53

26d ago1:30:53

1:30:53

From humble childhood float trips on the Colorado River to navigating some of the stoutest whitewater in Ecuador, Will Griffith has some stories to tell. In today's episode we might rattle a few cages discussing some controversial paddling behaviors, but there's no denying the paddling skills of Jamboy, and that he's made an imprint on the paddling…

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221. The ONE Key Factor to Gain Leverage (with Lee Heisman) 57:54

30d ago57:54

57:54

The psychological factors that are involved in deal negotiations, whether it be a joint-venture label contract or a big real estate deal, often involve various emotional, cognitive, and behavioral aspects that can impact how agreements are reached. But there is a key ingredient that can tilt the leverage in your favor. Multipreneur Lee Heisman of E…

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Tony Nader: Consciousness Is All There Is 59:03

1M ago59:03

59:03

In this powerful episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra engages in a deep and insightful conversation with Dr. Tony Nader, a leading neuroscientist, global head of the Transcendental Meditation (TM) movement, and author of the groundbreaking book Consciousness Is All There Is. Together, they explore the profound impact of unde…

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Ash Shehata: Be Like Water 40:30

2M ago40:30

40:30

In this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, host Chris Schembra sits down with Ash Shehata, Chief Information Officer of AHMC Healthcare System, to explore the intersection of leadership, adaptability, and human connection. Ash shares the story of a life-changing health crisis that transformed his perspective on healthcare and leadership, lead…

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219. - How I Survived In Radio 1:09:26

2M ago1:09:26

1:09:26

The radio industry is hard enough to make it into, let alone have a long career. But somehow opportunity after opportunity always seemed to knock on the Sytonnia "Toni" Moore's door. From doing traffic to interviewing Vice President Kamala Harris, Toni shares her journey and insights. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos…

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26. Being Emily Jackson, with Emily Jackson 1:24:08

2M ago1:24:08

1:24:08

Best interview with Emily Jackson of this year, or best interview with Emily Jackson ever? Take a listen, and you can be the judge. Emily is part of one of the most quintessential whitewater kayaking families in the world today. She's an accomplished athlete, businesswoman, parent, and explorer of the world. Emily is nothing if not thoughtful and e…

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25. A Spiritual Journey through Poland Creek with Evan Stafford and Leif Anderson 1:36:26

3M ago1:36:26

1:36:26

Do we become more humble with age? My guest Leif Anderson says he has, but humility did not come easily. Let's go back to a time where a young and cocky Leif set out with a crew from Ft. Collins, CO to conquer the Arizona kayaking scene, in one short weekend. This podcast was inspired by Leif and Evan's dueling blog entries from 2010, which you wil…

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Francesco Pastore: Failure is Not the Devil 42:36

3M ago42:36

42:36

In this episode of "Gratitude Through Hard Times," host Chris Schembra welcomes Francesco Pastore, the Chief Marketing & Sales Officer and Corporate Communication Director of the global paper leader, Sofidel. Francesco discusses the concept of a "portfolio career," emphasizing the importance of diverse experiences, continuous learning, and adaptabi…

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24. A Chat with Aniol Serrasolses 1:20:08

3M ago1:20:08

1:20:08

Serrasolses Brothers River Co When people talk about the best whitewater kayaker in the world, the list is understandably short. But I doubt there's a list out there that doesn't include Aniol Serrasolses. He's made a name for himself pushing the limits of the sport in almost every aspect: inventing new downriver freestyle moves, first descents, st…

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Steve Tcherchian: Return on Rock Bottom 36:30

4M ago36:30

36:30

In this episode of "Gratitude Through Hard Times," host Chris Schembra welcomes Steve Tcherchian, Chief Product Officer and Chief Information Security Officer at XY Pro, to discuss the profound impact of gratitude, resilience, and vulnerability in leadership. The conversation begins with Steve’s journey through the competitive cybersecurity industr…

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218 What We Learned From Kendrick's Summer Pop-Out Concert 23:31

4M ago23:31

23:31

Ever since KRS-One started the "Stop The Violence" movement in the 80s with its flagship song "Self-Destruction" which featured some of the Who's Who of rap at the time: KRS-One, D-Nice, Stetsasonic, Kool Moe Dee, MC Lyte, Doug E. Fresh, Heavy D Public Enemy (Chuck D & Flavor Flav), and others, rap has been fighting an uphill battle with itself. Wh…

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Elaine Knight: Building Resilience 38:43

4M ago38:43

38:43

In this episode of "Gratitude Through Hard Times," Chris Schembra welcomes Elaine Knight, the Chief People Officer at Behavioral Health Link. Elaine shares her journey and insights on creating a positive and supportive work culture in the behavioral health sector. The conversation delves into the importance of gratitude, mindfulness, and empathy in…

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217 Can We Finally Predict A Hit Song? 19:12

4M ago19:12

19:12

Chinese company, Tencent Music Entertainment Group, has developed an AI powered service called PDM (Predictive Model) to help music industry companies and creators recognize potential hit songs by analyzing data to help make more accurate production, marketing and promotion decisions. Take a listen as Stone and Jony breaks down how it all works. Su…

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23. Paying It Forward with Andrey Coto Robles 1:05:05

4M ago1:05:05

1:05:05

Coto is back! It's been almost a year and a half since doing one of my favorite interviews with Andrey Coto in episode 9. When we last left him, he had dreams of starting a kayak school in his home town in Costa Rica, in order to pass along all the benefits he's received from kayaking to the next generation. Coto fills us in on how to go to the Lit…

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215. When Will The U.S. Ban on TikTok Go Into Effect? 22:35

5M ago22:35

22:35

In April 2024, a law was signed that could ban TikTok in the United States if ByteDance (TikTok’s parent company based in China), doesn't sell it’s U.S. operations in by the specifies deadline. What will this mean for influencers and content creators such as Charli D’Amelio, Khaby Lame , Bella Porch, Mr. Beast, etc. who make their living on the 6th…

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215. DJ Duval Speaks on The Art of the DJ and the Death of HipHop 48:32

5M ago48:32

48:32

The same way there is a difference between talent and skill, there is a difference between playing a playlist and DJing. DJ Devaul breaks it all down. We also talk about what these rap beefs and diss tracks between Drake and Kendrick Lamar, Ice Spice and JT and others. Even Shaq is trying to drag Shannon Sharpe into the mix. What's up??!?! Support …

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22. Huckin Huge with Cody Howard 2:24:26

5M ago2:24:26

2:24:26

In this episode I sit down with Cody Howard for a ride through the undulations of life. Join us as we discuss: learning to kayak in the backyard pool, living through a piece of history in Fallujah, unlocking whitewater runs in the elusive canyons of Arizona, witnessing the world record waterfall descent in a kayak, and that's just scratching the su…

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Enrico Galasso: The Power of Empathy 49:05

6M ago49:05

49:05

In this conversation, Chris Schembra interviews Enrico Galasso, the CEO of Peroni, an iconic Italian beer brand. They discuss Enrico's new book, “Per I Prossimi 175 Anni”, the importance of empathy and meaningful connections in leadership, and the challenges and opportunities of managing a brand with a long history. Enrico emphasizes the need for l…

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214. Who's To Blame For The Good Times Debacle? 35:45

6M ago35:45

35:45

John Amos and Esther Rolle must be, well, rolling, in their graves. Four simple words can completely describe the thoughts and feelings surrounding the animated reboot of the classic "Good Times" television series: "What were they thinking?!" Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos…

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213. Is The J. Cole / Kendrick Lamar / Drake Beef Real? 33:17

6M ago33:17

33:17

What's left to be said that hasn't been said already? In a nutshell Kendrick dissed J. Cole and Drake (among others) on the song "Like That" by Future feat. Metro Boomin. It's believed to be in response to J. Cole calling himself, Drake, and Kendrick the "Big Three" of rap in the song "First Person Shooter." J. Cole caped back with the track, "7 Mi…

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212. Cardellia Hunter - Atlanta's Film & Television Gatekeeper 51:14

7M ago51:14

51:14

Cardellia Hunter is a 15-year entertainment industry veteran with experience in music, television and film production. She is currently the Director of Film and Entertainment for the City of Atlanta Mayor's Office, where she serves as the liaison to the State film office, and collaborates with other city stakeholders on film and workforce developme…

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211. Financial Strategist David Bradford Shares A Little Known Wealth Secret of the Rich 1:11:42

7M ago1:11:42

1:11:42

A former pastor for 10 years and now COO of Drive Planning, David Bradford specializes in coaching entrepreneurs and real estate investors with creative and comprehensive financial strategies. David opens up about his journey through the heartbreak and career uncertainty that led him to meeting Todd Burkhalter, founder of Drive Planning. Support th…

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21. Getting brown with Dave Fusilli 1:37:18

7M ago1:37:18

1:37:18

Whitewater kayaking doesn't get much more homegrown than the Demshitz. In this episode I sit down with one of the Demshitz founding fathers Dave Fusilli who proves that you can run the shit and not take yourself too seriously. Find out how Dave fulfilled his dream of living in a van down by the river and more. If you just crawled out from a hole an…

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210. Behind The Board with Matt Still (Elton John, Outkast, etc.) 1:16:31

8M ago1:16:31

1:16:31

This week we sat with Grammy-winning engineer and producer, Matt Still. Based in greater Atlanta, Matt has worked with some of the biggest names in the industry, including TLC (CrazySexyCool), Outkast (Southernplayalisticadillacmuzik), and the legendary Elton John. We listen to Matt tell his journey of how the power of relationships, making yoursel…

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Lisa Besserman: Scaling New Heights 47:48

8M ago47:48

47:48

In this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times, we're thrilled to welcome Lisa Besserman, a luminary in both the technology and venture capital worlds. Lisa, the Founder of Startup Buenos Aires—which was successfully acquired—has made remarkable strides in the tech industry, earning her a spot among Business Insider's "Top 100 Most Influential Wom…

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209. Radio Host: Neiko Flowers 1:36:40

8M ago1:36:40

1:36:40

In this episode on-air personality Neiko Flowers (HOT 103.9 and WPZE Praise 102.5) shares his journey into radio and how the progression of popular music played a role in his transition from secular to gospel radio. Neiko's is a journey of self-doubt, uncertainty and faith and redemption. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/vide…

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Erin Stafford: Type A Trap 45:44

8M ago45:44

45:44

We’ve all experienced it: that feeling of being stuck on an endless treadmill. It can be soul-crushing, but our guest on this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times is a peak performance coach is here to help us change the narrative heading into 2024. Erin Stafford, author of "The Type A Trap: Five Mindset Shifts to Beat Burnout and Transform Your…

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208. "Power Book" Director Rob Hardy Explains the Power of the Showrunner 1:11:54

8M ago1:11:54

1:11:54

While the world had its eyes on Inter Miami, Taylor Swift , Eminem and the Kansas City Chiefs, Rob Hardy was giving serious insight on the ins and outs of being a TV/Film director. Take a listen as he drops gems on hustling for Lil Jon, Black culture, the power of the show runner and Stone's bad acting! Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lif…

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20. How Playboating Can Stop Malaria and Other Useful Kayaking Tricks with Dr. Jessie Stone 1:54:18

9M ago1:54:18

1:54:18

Jessie Stone, a kayaker with a doctoring problem, joins me to talk about some of the adventures that she's stumbled into by following her impulse to go kayaking wherever it may take her. From getting lost in the jungle following Eric Jackson, to founding Soft Power Health and finding a lifelong career in Uganda, this episode is bound to make you wa…

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207. Is The Clock Ticking on Major Labels? 19:51

9M ago19:51

19:51

The music industry has changed dramatically in recent years, and the role of major record labels has been forever changed. Once beheld as the gatekeepers to stardom, the rise of streaming services like Spotify and Apple Music have irrevocably changed to landscape of music. In response, labels went from being gatekeepers to talent partners, focusing…

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19. Beautiful Rivers & Beautiful Minds with Benny Clark 2:06:32

9M ago2:06:32

2:06:32

In this episode we explore the world with Benny Clark. Benny kayaks to find peace and Benny kayaks to survive. We explore how Benny's mental health history and kayaking history have become intricately linked. And how Benny has found ways to give back both to the kayaking community and to a community struggling with their own mental health issues. 0…

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206. Do Some Celebs Need The Spotlight to Stay Relevant? 31:55

9M ago31:55

31:55

It used to be that access to celebrities was virtually unobtainable which made celebrities and their lifestyles that much more enviable. You rarely knew about the behind-the-scenes struggles or chaos. And if a celebrity started slipping through the cracks, then they got undressed in front of the camera or engaged in some kind of drama to refocus at…

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18. I Do All My Own Stunts with Brad Higginbotham 1:55:08

9M ago1:55:08

1:55:08

Who is Brad Higginbotham: Stunt man? Mad man? Lover? Naturalist? Cover boy? Educator? Family man? Find out that and more in this episode of Tales from the Cripps with Whitewater of the Southern Rockies cover boy Brad Higginbotham. 0:00 Introduction 9:00 If I could just get off of that L.A. freeway 30:24 Rediscovering kayaking and more 43:00 Living …

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17. Hard Core Tales with Mike Nash 2:24:38

10M ago2:24:38

2:24:38

I had the good fortune to sit down with paddle maker, fitter and turner, kayaker, sailor, adventurer, and all around crazy Kiwi, Mike Nash. Listen as he shares some adventures: learning to kayak in New Zealand, sailing around the world, and his most dangerous adventure of all, learning to make kayak paddles. Hammer Factor, eat your heart out, becau…

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205. The New Music Money Game 33:17

11M ago33:17

33:17

The major labels, angel investors, venture capital execs and more that are putting their money behind the innovative ideas that could move the music industry forward. Whether they’re angel investors offering startups tens of thousands or venture capital power players with hundreds of millions, some of the shrewdest minds in and around the music bus…

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Kerry Siggins: Ownership Mindset 43:19

11M ago43:19

43:19

Nothing creates team buy-in more effectively than the “ownership mindset” espoused by our guest on this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times. What’s the secret sauce? Kerry Siggins, CEO at StoneAge Inc., shares with Host Chris Schembra her powerful building blocks for cultivating workplace cultures rooted in accountability. It’s about caring – f…

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204. What Happens When The Gatekeepers Are Gatekept? 35:07

11M ago35:07

35:07

Often times, we think just because some people have money and power then they are virtually unstoppable. But try telling that to people like Tyler Perry, Byron Allen. From entertainment, to corporate America, to politics, there is a hierarchy to everything. And the higher up the control ladder you climb, the bigger the obstacles and often the more …

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203. Are Artists Like Sexxy Redd Winning? If So, At What Cost? 44:13

12M ago44:13

44:13

Rap music. Hip Hop. What started out as an art form to report, through lament, what was going on in underprivileged America, has turned into a celebration of the worst of us. Controversial music is nothing new and exists in all genres, but no other music has had the impact on pop-culture as much as rap/hip-hop has in the past three decades. So when…

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16. Falling Down on the Jarbidge Bruneau 2:07:46

12M ago2:07:46

2:07:46

As David Olson put it, when running the Jarbidge Bruneau section, a series of remote canyons in southern Idaho, "we always thought, ... what would happen out here, if we had an incident..." Well, David and his two companions decided to put that question to the test when they missed a critical portage eddy and dropped into the largest rapid on the r…

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202. Accidental Success on Purpose with Terri J. Vaughn 46:08

12M ago46:08

46:08

Terri J. Vaughn is an actress, producer and director best know for her role as Lavita Alizay Jenkins-Robinson n the Steve Harvey Show. The NAACP Image Award winner didn't always plan this path of success and shares her insight, wisdom advice on her career and life. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videos…

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201. Does Life Happen To You or For You? 36:48

12M ago36:48

36:48

Jim Carrey eloquently reminded a room full of graduates that every setback, every obstacle, and every moment of doubt can be a catalyst for personal growth and transformation. Tony Robbins motivates us to shift our perspective, cultivate resilience, and live life with intention. So take a listen as we embark on a path of self-discovery, growth, and…

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Christina Luconi: Scale With Soul 1:37:36

12M ago1:37:36

1:37:36

Seek the stress. Scale with soul. Embrace your uniqueness. These are just a few of the pearls of wisdom flying fast and furious when Christina Luconi, Chief People Officer at Rapid7, visits with Host Chris Schembra on this episode of Gratitude Through Hard Times. Her self-awareness, strength and positive vision have not only been central to buildin…

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200. The Secrets of a Serial Entrepreneur with Zach Zelner 38:56

1y ago38:56

38:56

From purpose, focus and self-improvement to happiness, fulfillment and personal growth , multi-millionaire serial entrepreneur Zach Zelner returns to share more knowledge and wisdom on the art of entrepreneurship. Support the show https://www.youtube.com/@lifeonpodcast/videosBy Stone Stafford and Jony Van

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199. Cannabis + Proper Information = Higher Learning 1:11:58

1y ago1:11:58

1:11:58

Joe is co-founder and managing partner of The Georgia Hemp Company and of Sympleaf Wellness, companies that produce, distribute, and sell hemp-based lifestyle and wellness products. He was the co-founder and former CMO of Halcyon Organics, the first medical cannabis company in the South. He is a sought-after authority and industry consultant on hem…

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198. Chad Shearer Breaks Down Public Relations 56:59

1y ago56:59

56:59

Chad Shearer, co-founder of Caren West PR (Rival Entertainment, FreakNik, Georgia Hemp Co., Decadence Music Festival, etc.) sat down with us to discuss the ins and outs of public relations. What does a PR firm do specifically? What makes a great PR person? Red flags to watch out for when seeking PR services. These are key things every public figure…

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