Best David Vanderveen Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 51: When You’re in the Fire, You Don’t Recognize It - Leslie Yancy 41:15

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Leslie has been in the healthcare industry for over 20 years. For most of those years, she served as a Registered Respiratory Therapist at a trauma hospital in Huntington, WV. After leaving bedside in 2017, she switched her focus to mental and physical wellness for the caregiver. She is a certified trauma recovery coach with her passion being helpi…

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Episode 50: Art in a Bottle - Talking Tequila with Chris Quintanilla 57:50

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Chris Quintanilla is the CEO of Azul Imports, the makers of Azulejos and Skelly Tequilas. He was born in Mexico City. When he was 10 years old, his father, Pedro Quintanilla, founded Azulejos Tequila. Throughout his middle school and high school years, Chris watched Pedro as he developed the brands. Since Chris was good with computers as a teenager…

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Episode 49: Make Sure You Listen to Your Body and Understand What it’s Trying to Tell You - Eliot Veith 46:03

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Eliot Veith was born and raised in Tampa, Florida. After graduating from Jesuit High School of Tampa in 2016, he went on to attend Florida State University. In his time there, he was an active member of the Kappa Alpha Order Fraternity. Eliot graduated magna cum laude from FSU in 2020 with a bachelor’s degree in both criminology and political scien…

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Episode 48: If You’re a Writer, You’re a Writer - Talking with Author David Swinson 50:49

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David Swinson is the author of the critically acclaimed Frank Marr trilogy, The Second Girl, Crime Song and Trigger. He is also the author of City on the Edge. After attending California State University as a film major, he booked and promoted punk rock and alternative music at Fender’s Ballroom and Bogart’s Nightclub in Long Beach. In 1990, while …

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Episode 47: Returning to our Roots with Some of our Favorite Blancos 34:52

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Tequilas: Milagros, Milagros Select Barrel Reserve, Mi Familia, Senor Rio, Don Julio, Flecha Azul Milagrotequila.com Flechaazultequila.com Tequilamifamilia.com Donjulio.com Senorrio.com Check out the TTT Facebook Page !By Patty Mouton

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Episode 46: “It’s not normal for a man’s hands to be wrapped around another man’s neck” A Conversation with our Chiropractor, Dr Jordan VanderVeen 1:07:15

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Dr. Jordon VanderVeen, DC is a chiropractor in St. Petersburg, FL where he's practiced for 10 years. He focuses his care on the treatment of the spine and its impact on the nervous system. Dr. J's patients range from infants to elderly to athletes, to pregnant women, all with the intention of creating a plan for a stronger future. Originally from M…

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Episode 45: “I thought when you broke your neck you died. That’s every kung fu movie I ever saw, right?!” - Moneca McVey 51:55

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Moneca McVey is retired Navy Corpsman. She’s a domestic abuse survivor. She has two degrees, one in Mass Communications & Public Relations and one in Political Science. She’s a mother and grandmother. She’s an avid baseball fan (Go Rays!!) who is trying to catch a game at each of the 30 major league ballparks. And she is one of the coolest people a…

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Episode 44: Part Two of Irene Casey's Near Death Experience 36:54

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Irene Casey is an Illinois native. Her adult life has been dedicated to serving our great country. She’s spent over 20 years in the US Army and in law enforcement, and is currently a federal employee. Irene’s greatest accomplishments are her children and grandchildren. Check Out the Episode and Comment On Our Facebook Page…

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Episode 43: “I’m going to lay down and everything’s going to go south” - Irene Casey’s Near Death Experience 26:43

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Irene Casey is an Illinois native. Her adult life has been dedicated to serving our great country. She’s spent over 20 years in the US Army and in law enforcement, and is currently a federal employee. Irene’s greatest accomplishments are her children and grandchildren. Check Out the Episode and Comment On Our Facebook Page…

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Season 6 Episode 11 - The Power of Small Steps: Building a Healthy Workplace and Community with Danielle Raniolo & Colin Masterson 44:30

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In this Kickasspirational Podcast episode, Danielle and Colin delve into the power of creating and breaking small habits, specifically focusing on nutrition, fitness and mental health. They emphasize that everything is a process and that lasting change is achieved through consistent positive choices over time. By highlighting the importance of inco…

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Episode 42: Keeping an Attitude of Gratitude 39:55

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Happy Thanksgiving to all our listeners :-) Today's tequila is Pantalones Reposado www.pantalonestequila.comBy Patty Mouton

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Episode 41: If You Want to Think Like a Navy SEAL, You Have to Get NAKED - William Branum 52:57

9M ago52:57

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William Branum is a highly decorated Navy SEAL veteran who served in the United States military for 26 years. During his extensive military career, he honed his leadership skills, cultivated a strong mindset, and gained invaluable experience in high-pressure situations as a sniper instructor, leading teams on operations ranging from protecting the …

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Episode 40: Rock and Roll is Supposed to Be Dangerous. A Little Bit Rough and Dirty, Too! - Matt O’Ree 59:58

9M ago59:58

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Over the past few years, the Matt O'Ree Band has done what most area bands do. They've played their shows, developed their sound, released their records and very quietly built a massive fan base in the process. What makes this band different from all the others is that their local fan base includes people like Bruce Springsteen, David Bryan of Bon …

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Episode 39: Divorce - "You Have to Feel That Pain. You Have to Sludge Thru That Mud. You Can’t Jump Over It" - Lucy Hatil 45:17

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Lucy Hatil is a transplant from Columbus, OH. She and her twin daughters currently reside in St Petersburg, FL. Lucy is a hairstylist, who is just as concerned with helping her clients find their inner beauty and sense of well-being, as she is in helping them find their outer beauty. Tequila: Gonzalez 1939 Reposado www.gonzalez1939.com Check out ou…

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Season 6 Episode 10 - Elevating Experiences: Unleashing Your Zone of Genius with Natasha Hogan 57:11

9M ago57:11

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Natasha Hogan, VP of Marketing and Development at Dugally Oberfeld, joins us today to discuss her passion for experiencing more and helping others discover how they can too. Natasha has fostered a successful career in the luxury residential construction industry working in Colorado and Southern California. By surrounding herself with highly success…

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Episode 38: I've Basically Hired a Rock Band to Play Country - Chas Collins 1:14:08

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New Orleans born country singer/songwriter Chas Collins has decided to make the vibrant Tampa Bay area his new home base after a successful 17 year career in Nashville. With over 2600 shows played in 43 states and sharing the stage with other A-listers such as Luke Bryan, Collins Raye, James Otto and Craig Morgan just to name a few, Collins brings …

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Episode 37: You’re Entering #%#*ing Nastyville (Part Two) - Jerry Saganowich 1:02:29

10M ago1:02:29

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Jerry Saganowich is an American professional wrestler best known by his wrestling name, Jerry Sags. He is a member of the tag team The Nasty Boys with partner and long time friend, Brian Knobbs. Jerry and his wife, Lara, have four beautiful children. They live in the Tampa Bay Area. 988lifeline.org Tequilaelreformador.com Join the conversation! Che…

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Season 6 Episode 9: Retired and Revitalized: The NFL Player’s Guide to Post-Career Health & Wellness with Mike Alstott 1:09:24

10M ago1:09:24

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Karyn Millar 10:29 AM (0 minutes ago) to me In this episode of the Kickasspirational podcast, former NFL Pro Bowler Mike Alstott joins us to discuss the crucial topics of staying healthy after retirement and the importance of recovery after injury. Mike Alstott, who enjoyed a successful career as a running back for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, shares …

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Episode 36: You’re Entering #%#*ing Nastyville -Jerry Saganowich 1:15:52

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Jerry Saganowich is an American professional wrestler best known by his wrestling name, Jerry Sags. He is a member of the tag team The Nasty Boys with partner and long time friend, Brian Knobbs. Jerry and his wife, Lara, have four beautiful children. They live in the Tampa Bay Area. 988lifeline.org This week's tequila: Tequilaelreformador.com Check…

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Episode 35: Weathering the Storms of Life, Literally and Figuratively 40:38

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Monica and Oscar compare how they coped with the recent storm across Florida and the American South East, with how you cope with life's sudden challenges. Tell us how you've overcome your challenges - Check out our Facebook page This week's Tequila: Teremana Reposado www.teremana.comBy Patty Mouton

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Season 6, Episode 8-- Shoemaker of Dreams with Diego Castello di San Giuliano (Ferragamo) 1:22:41

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In this episode, we feature the Ferragamo family member who led the project to make the remarkably Kickasspirational documentary, Salvatore: Shoemaker of Dreams. Diego Castello di San Giuliano is the grandson of Salvatore Ferragamo, his mother, Fiama led much of the design and expansion of the business after his grandfather died and serves on the F…

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Episode 34: Can You Believe You’ve Been Listening to Us For a Year?! 37:45

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Patty Mouton (Producer) - Talks. Tactics. Tequila. To celebrate our first anniversary, we coaxed our reluctant producer to join in reviewing the ups and downs (and tequilas)of the past year. Tequila: Don Julio Añejo www.donjulio.com Check out our Facebook pageBy Patty Mouton

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Season 6 Episode 10 - A Dynamic Journey: From High School Sweethearts to High-Performance Living with Joe and Sue Ann Ciatto 55:19

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In this episode of the Kickasspirational podcast, we are introduced to Sue Ann and Joe, a remarkable couple who embody what it truly means to be Kickasspirational. Sue Ann, a registered dietitian, and Joe, a former New York City police officer, share a passion for health, fitness, and a high-performance mindset. Their journey together has been noth…

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Episode 33: Joe Coots - I’ve Been Naked in Front of a Lot of People 41:56

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Joe Coots grew up in Winnebago, IL, a definite sports town. When he needed a summer job in college, his football coach sent him to the theater department to help build sets. The next summer he was on stage. After graduating with a Criminal Justice degree, he worked in the Athletic Departments of The College of William & Mary and Northern Illinois U…

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Episode 32: John Mollura - He was Literally a Rocket Scientist 41:58

12M ago41:58

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John Mollura went from being a literal rocket scientist to a multi-award-winning portrait photographer and coach. He educates and empowers his keynote audiences to turn down the volume of Imposter Syndrome and provides coaching for men to help them stop the endless cycle of “what ifs” and become men of authentic action. His unique career path provi…

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Episode 31: Everybody’s Got a Story, Nobody Gets a Free Ride - Joe Mantegna 53:13

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Joe was awarded the Tony and Joseph Jefferson Award for his acclaimed performance as Richard Roma in David Mamet's Pulitzer Prize-winning play Glengarry Glen Ross. Some of Joe’s film and television highlights are House of Games, Searching for Bobby Fisher, Godfather III, his Emmy, and Golden Globe nominated role of Dean Martin in The Ratpack, his E…

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Episode 30: A Discussion of Good and Evil 33:45

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https://talkstacticsandtequila.com/ Tequila: San Matias Tahona Blanco www.sanmatiastahona.comBy Patty Mouton

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Season 6 Episode 9: No Pain, All Gain: Jumping into the World of Pain Free Peak Performance with Dr. John Rusin 55:25

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Dr. John Rusin is one of the fitness and sports performance industry’s leading experts in the pain-free performance training that blends the world of strength and conditioning with clinical movement based diagnostic medicine to provide the ultimate results based methods, programming and practices. His vision for the future of elite level sports per…

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Episode 29: Built Not Born - David Kitchen 48:29

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Guest: David Kitchen aka Coach Kitch Coach Kitch is the Founder and President of Edge Leadership Academy. He is a former Division 1 Coach, and a PhD Candidate with a master's degree in sport psychology, who has a decade of experience building leaders, culture, and mindset at the highest levels of sports and business. He is the author of The Pyramid…

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Season 6 Episode 8 - Chillin’ with the Ice Barrel King: Diving into the World of Cold Plunging with Wyatt Ewing 38:40

12M ago38:40

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In this episode of the Kickasspirational podcast, we dive into the world of cold therapy with an inspiring guest who turned his life around through a unique practice. Our guest, Wyatt Ewing, shares his personal journey of overcoming stress, anxiety, and depression by incorporating cold therapy into his daily routine. Like many of us, Wyatt found hi…

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Episode 28: From the Top to the Bottom and Back Again! - Mike Kuchinsky 57:42

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Mike Kuchinsky is a Maryland native. He retired from the US Secret Service Uniformed after over 30 years of service. His current “retirement job” is as campus police on a small Maryland college. He and his ex-wife, Caroline, have three wonderful children. Mike is an avid supporter of the US military and is proud to serve as a surrogate father to se…

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Episode 27: Sharing Tequila is Sharing Life - Debbie Medina Gach 51:19

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Debbie is the Co-Founder and CEO of Jalisco International Import, Inc., a minority woman-owned business that produces and owns the ultra-premium tequila brand Señor Rio Tequila. She founded the business with her late-husband, Jonathan Gach. Prior to becoming an entrepreneur, she worked for over two decades in the Banking and Real Estate industries.…

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Episode 26: Being Each Other's Rock - Brian and Rami Head Have Stayed Together Through the Good and the Bad 42:17

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Brian and Rami Head have been together twenty years and married fourteen. Brian is the founder of Head Start Equity and Rami is a Senior Manager in corporate America. They live in Texas with their two beautiful daughters. Check out Head Start Equity Fundraising Campaign for Breast Cancer Research's fundraising page, for The Breast Cancer Research F…

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Episode 25: From Cuban Refugee to Federal Informant, Oscar Marti has a Story to Tell! (Part 2 of 2) 38:06

1y ago38:06

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Welcome to Part Two of our conversation with Oscar Marti, a Cuban-American who immigrated to the US at the age of 7 during Operation Pedro Pan in 1961. He is now a Broker-Owner at Concierge Realty Associates in St. Petersburg. HIs story of what happened between those two events is the subject of this two-part show. This week's Tequila: Don Julio Ro…

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Season 6 Episode 7 - Healing Your Body with Michelle Hurn 1:02:34

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Welcome to the Kickasspirational podcast! In this episode, we feature a true kickass guest who used the power of food to overcome illness and anxiety. Meet Michelle Hurn, a published author who at the age of 12, was given a 10% chance to survive due to her life-threatening eating disorder. At only 12 she was 57.5 pounds and 5 feet tall. After her r…

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Episode 24: From Cuban Refugee to Federal Informant, Oscar Marti has a Story to Tell! (Part 1 of 2) 38:51

1y ago38:51

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Oscar Marti is a Cuban-American who immigrated to the US at the age of 7 during Operation Pedro Pan in 1961. He is now a Broker-Owner at Concierge Realty Associates in St. Petersburg. HIs story of what happened between those two events is the subject of this two-part show. This week's Tequila: Don Julio Rosado Reposado…

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Season 6 Episode 6 - Intentional Living with Luke McCarthy 1:08:56

1y ago1:08:56

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On the latest episode of the Kickasspirational Podcast, we welcome Luke McCarthy, an integral leader in the HPLT community who works in NYC in finance. In this episode, we discuss what drew him to this community and how integrating the important spheres of life can lead to a more fulfilling and intentional life. We delve into how to balance family,…

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Episode 23: You Never Stop Setting Finish Lines; Life Coaching from Marques Ogden 39:24

1y ago39:24

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Marques Ogden is a former American football player. He was drafted in the 6th round of the 2003 NFL Draft. He played with the Jacksonville Jaguars, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills and the Tennessee Titans. He is a graduate of Howard University. He is now an inspirational keynote speaker, author and podcaster. He and his two daughters live in their …

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Season 6 Episode 5: The Athlete Advantage with Samantha Card 1:08:49

1y ago1:08:49

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Welcome to the Kickasspirational Podcast, where we explore the inspiring stories of game-changers who are crushing it in their industries. Today, we have the pleasure of interviewing Samantha Card, a true powerhouse who is taking the world by storm. Samantha is not only an author, mentor, and business coach, but she's also a former athlete who know…

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Episode 22: Luke Mitchem - A Small-Town Creative Searching for the Ancient Chords 1:00:08

1y ago1:00:08

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Luke Mitchem is American singer/songwriter whose music taps into the flowing musical rivers of folk, blues, and ballads. His music is heartfelt, poetic, and exemplifies the ups and downs of life. Luke’s journey with creating music began nearly 15 years ago, when he decided to pick up the guitar and learn a few chords. Influenced by not only current…

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Season 6 Episode 4 - Beyond the Gridiron with Johnny Townsend 44:36

1y ago44:36

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In this episode of Kickasspirational, David interviews former NFL player Johnny Townsend, who shares his journey and experiences as a professional athlete. The podcast delves into the highs and lows of his football career and how it affected his sense of identity post NFL. The guest also talks about his involvement with the NFL network and how it h…

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Episode 21: I’ll Never Forget the First Night I had to Follow Robin Williams - John Kreng 50:07

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John Kreng was born in Washington DC, the son of the Cambodian Ambassador to the U.S. He is of Chinese and Thai descent. He started practicing martial arts at the age of 12. John trained with several world champions and even competed on the national level until he incurred an injury. This injury pushed him to pursue his other passion, comedy, which…

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Season6 Episode 3 - Tactical Wellness with John Wayne Troxell 29:39

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In this episode of Kickasspirational retired Army Command Sergeant Major John Wayne Troxell talks about the work he continues to do for our military and veterans, and why health and wellness is such an important part of his lifestyle.By David Vanderveen

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Episode 20: We Speak for the Dead; You Can’t Solve Them in an Hour - Greg Somers 40:37

1+ y ago40:37

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Greg Somers of Seminole, Florida, is a retired law enforcement officer, who served more than 33 years in the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, DC. He commanded the MPD's Joint Terrorism Task Force, and was also attached to the FBI and NCRS. He also served in many other task forces including the Violent Crimes and Gang Task Force and Vic…

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Season 6 Episode 2 - The Ultimate Game Plan with Donte Whitner 24:24

1+ y ago24:24

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In the latest episode of Kickasspirational, former NFL great Donte Whitner joins the show to discuss his journey towards financial independence and his work in educating other athletes on taking control of their own finances. Whitner shares details about the challenges he faced as a young player, including dealing with financial advisors who did no…

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Season 6 Episode 1: The Champion Mindset: Insights from NFL Legend Patrick Willis 27:02

1+ y ago27:02

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Joining us today is former NFL linebacker Patrick Willis, who knows a thing or two about living a no excuses life both on and off the field. We'll be diving into the topic of life after football and how Patrick has stayed committed to his health and exercise routine. From tackling opponents to tackling his own health, Patrick has never let adversit…

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Episode 19: It’s an Encounter, It’s Journeying with People, It’s Walking in Their Shoes - Andy Shannon 43:32

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Andy Shannon is a father of two children (a son 22 and daughter, 18), and he is a native Floridian who grew up in St. Pete Beach and now lives in St. Petersburg. He was educated in the Diocese of St. Petersburg himself and is a career educator who is in his 33rd year in Education, with 28 of those in Catholic Education. Andy has served as a Princip…

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Episode 18: Jon Halapio's Football Journey 53:32

1+ y ago53:32

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Jon Halapio played offensive line at the University of Florida, where was the Team Captain for two years. He was drafted in the 6th round of the NFL draft. He was an Offensive Lineman in the NFL for 8 years. He is currently the Offensive Line Coach at Northside Christian School in St. Petersburg, FL. He and his wife have three beautiful children. T…

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Episode 17: 48 Years and Counting! What’s Your Secret? - Doug and Mary Meador 41:44

1+ y ago41:44

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Mary and Doug Meador have been married for 48 years. They have 2 children, and 6 grandchildren. They live in Kansas. They love to garden, spend time with their family, go to church and have coffee together. They are a wonderful example of marital love. Tequila: Hornitos ReposadoBy Patti Mouton

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Episode 16: "I Guess You Can Say I was a Functional Alcoholic" - Chef Ralph Macrina 40:23

1+ y ago40:23

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This week, Monica and Oscar chat with Chef Ralph Macrina. His grandparents immigrated to the United States from the village of Cantanzaro in Calabria, and from Naples, Italy in the 1930’s. They settled in Brockton, Mass and The Bronx, New York, where he was born. Their names can be found on the Immigrant Wall of Honor on Ellis Island. Chef Ralph ea…

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