Podcast episodes
Season 3
Ep. 131: Jack Gregory- From the Edge of Death to Life at its Fullest
Growing up in a mining town in the UK in the 80s was not easy. Jack Gregory always felt different from everyone else, which led to trouble in school and drug addiction at an early age. By age 12, he was being abused and trafficked by adults. His teen years and 20s were full of loss, homelessness, and attempts to take his life. In his 30s, two events happened that completely turned his life around. Today he has consulted on 2 Hollywood films, written books, and hosts a podcast called Live and Undrugged as ‘The Accidental Journalist’ where he interviews other survivors. What you’ll hear: What life was like as a child in a mining town during economic turmoil What human trafficking looked like from his experience What caused him to suddenly get sober and how he medically died for 4 minutes The 3 choices people have when they have a history of being abused How he uses his story and experience with pain and trauma to help others Learn more about Jack on his website HERE Get Jack’s book, Between the Street Lights and Red Lights Leave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them! To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey. Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.
Ep. 130: Lindy Boone- When tragedy strikes, you’re stronger than you think
Lindy is the daughter of the legendary entertainer Pat Boone and grew up singing constantly with her family. But growing up in a famous household couldn’t shield her from tragedy. In 2001, her son Ryan fell 3 stories onto concrete, suffering some of the most severe brain injuries possible. In a moment, Lindy’s life changed, and she has been a caregiver ever since. Her family has used the strength and experience they’ve gained over the years to start a non-profit called Ryan’s Reach that supports other survivors of traumatic brain injuries (TBI) and their families. And today she is releasing a new single that gives hope and shows the impact we can have in the words we say. You’ll hear: What it was like growing up in the Boone family in Beverly Hills with tour buses always driving by to take pictures What it felt like to get the call that is every parent’s worst nightmare while on the other side of the world How they got through Ryan’s 10 months of treatment in 6 facilities before he could come home Her advice for parents who have never gone through something like the tragedy her family has experienced About her new single Wordlayer that she wrote and sings with her 3 sisters Learn more about Ryan’s Reach and how you can support survivors of TBI Listen to Lindy’s brand new song HERE Connect with Lindy on Facebook and Instagram Leave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them! To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey. Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.
Ep. 128: Mike Barron- From Section 8 Housing to Running 8-figure Businesses
Mike started off with every disadvantage: born to a 16-year old single mother, living in section 8 housing in San Diego, failing in school, struggling with ADD and ADHD, getting in trouble… But he always dreamed that he was going to ‘make it’. Now he is an award-winning entrepreneur running several multi-million dollar companies and coaching others to do the same. He’s been featured in Forbes and Neur Magazine, and made Inc 5000 1332 fastest growing CEOs in America. You’ll hear: What life was like as a kid living in poverty and being an outcast What he discovered about himself as a teen that made him unusually driven The 4-step journey of an entrepreneur that shortens the timeline to success How to overcome the challenges that will inevitably come your way when pursuing a goal His definition of the ultimate entrepreneur Connect with Mike on Instagram Get free access to Mike’s 100K sales program Leave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them! To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey. Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.
Ep. 128: Will Hatton-Shattered Dreams to Global Adventures
Will had dreamed of joining the Royal Marines his entire life; it’s all he wanted to do. However, a major leg injury completely shattered that dream, leaving him with no plan, very little money, and in a deep depression. He decided to empty his bank account and spend 2 years backpacking in India. That transformative decision ignited a passion for travel and digital entrepreneurship that has made him millions. He is the founder of The Broke Backpacker, which teaches people ‘how to travel the world on $10/day’. You’ll hear: What happened that killed his dream of joining the Royal Marines and almost cost him his leg. Why he chose India to start his journey and the highs and lows of the first 2 years How travel has challenged him, grown him, and turned him into an entrepreneur What he writes about and teaches on The Broke Backpacker blog His advice for anyone who wants to see the world through backpacking: where to go, what you need to know Read about Will’s adventures and the how-to’s of backpacking at The Broke Backpacker HERE Leave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them! To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey. Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.
Ep. 127: Mike Norris- Making it through family, fire, and financial storms
Mike spent 34 years as a firefighter, mostly in Southern California, where fires can quickly get out of control with the dry climate. In June of 1984, when winds suddenly shifted, he and his team almost lost their lives in a major firestorm that devastated the entire area. That event strengthened both him and his faith, which he would need later when a financial storm came that relocated his entire family. You’ll hear: How he first had to overcome a storm at home, growing up with violence and abuse About the front row seat he had to the ‘Jesus Movement’ in the 1970’s in California, and how it completely changed his life How he survived being in the middle of a massive firestorm with 130 mph winds How his family survived a sudden forced retirement and move across the country What keeps him going through everything life throws at him Connect with Mike HERE Leave a review of this podcast on your favorite platform; it helps us get these stories out to more people who need to hear them! To give specific feedback directly to us on what you like about the podcast and what you don’t, fill out this 5-minute survey. Don’t let fear win. Get your FREE copy of the Unbeatable Army Survival Guide HERE.