Are we truly self-made? Or do we all stand on the shoulders of giants?In this powerful episode of The Collective, we explore the mentors, ancestors, and trailblazers who shape our lives, often without us realizing it. But we go further, into what it takes to become the shoulders the next generation can stand on.We’re joined by:🎙 Brian Churchill – Serving Police Lieutenant with the LAPD and Lieutenant Commander in the U.S. Coast Guard Reserve🎙 Scott Casey – Canadian Army Veteran, Mental Health Advocate, Author, and Founder of The Rolling BarrageTogether, we dive deep into the dual role we play:→ Honouring those who’ve come before us→ Building ourselves into leaders and examples that others can rely onKey Topics We Explore:✅ The real meaning of "standing on the shoulders of giants"✅ Recognizing unseen mentors and early influences✅ Fatherhood through leadership, example, consistency, and service✅ Doing the little things right with a relentless drive for excellence✅ Becoming a foundation for others, without losing your own pathThis episode is a reminder that greatness is rarely self-made. It’s built on the backs of those who came before, and it’s our responsibility to pay it forward.🔗 Join the conversation in the comments! Who are the giants in your life, and how are you preparing to be one?📌 Stay Connected with The Collective🔔 Subscribe for more conversations that challenge and inspire, every week📲 Follow us on Instagram | www.instagram.com/the_collective_ig#ShouldersOfGiants #TheCollectivePodcast #Leadership #Legacy #Mentorship #Fatherhood #MentalHealth #Growth #Excellence
