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Beat Everyone: An AL.com Alabama Football PodcastAlabama legend Brodie Croyle on getting knocked down and getting back upAlabama quarterback Brodie Croyle took more than his fair share of hits during his time in Tuscaloosa, both physically and emotionally. Croyle's life growing up around kids from difficult family situations taught him how to take those hits and more importantly how to keep getting up from them and moving forward. Croyle shares his perspective on his time at Alabama and some of his most memorable moments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2025-06-0344 min
The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Self-Care is a Joke (That We Need to Take Seriously)For so many of us, the idea of self-care is a joke. And for good reason. There are literally not enough hours in the day to do what's "required" of us, let alone take a break to focus on ourselves. Rather than telling you why you need to make time, this episode offers validation. And some tangible takeaways that are actually doable! The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center for Family Involvement at VCU School of Education's Partnership for People with Disabilities provides informational and emotional support to people with disabilities and their famil...2025-05-0745 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Rare Diseases Can Impact AnyoneWhen a child is sick or missing developmental milestones, we immediatly start searching for answers as to why. But what happens when test after test just leads to more questions? Rare diseases are more common than we realize; research surrounding them is what's lacking. We're shedding light on what so many people go through by sharing the story of one family's diagnostic odyssey. The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center for Family Involvement at VCU School of Education's Partnership for People with Disabilities provides informational and emotional support...2025-02-2849 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.New Year, Same You, Different AttitudeHow many times have you told yourself, "once I get through this week, it'll be smooth sailing;" only to end up in that same spot the following week, and the week after that, and after that? It's gotta stop! There will aways be work, family obligations, appointments, meetings, paperwork, laundry, and countless other pressing things to do. It's not going away. If you want something to change, it's gotta come from within. Maybe this new year, it's time for a new attitude! The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center fo...2025-02-0123 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.2024 Airing of Grievances: Sharing our Secret LivesWe're trying something different this episode: our first ever anonymous "airing of grievances." Many of us exist in our own information bubbles, completely ignorant of what those around us might be going through. This is especially true for people with disabilities and the family, friends, and professionals who love and support them. When The Odyssey's creator and host Erin Croyle asked, "What is something you wish others understood about your experience that you don't (or can't) talk about publicly?" - folks did NOT hold back. What about you? What secrets do you wish yo...2024-12-2317 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Caregiving and Parenting Are NOT the SameRight now in the United States, more than 53 million family members are providing unpaid and mostly unseen care to the loved ones in our lives. According to the National Council on Aging, that's an economic value that totals more than $470 billion. Since November is National Family Caregivers Month, we wanted to highlight what it means to be a caregiver and why everyone should be looking out for the caregivers in their lives. The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center for Family Involvement at VCU School of Education's Partnership for People with Disabilities provides info...2024-11-1823 min
1819 News: The Podcast50 Years of Big Oak Ranch w/ Brodie CroyleOne of the most incredible ministries in the world is located right here in Alabama.
The Big Oak Ranch has been providing a home to children who need a chance for 50 years now.
The circumstances that lead each child to Big Oak Ranch are unique. But one aspect of their stories is the same: they have known abuse, neglect, and abandonment by the very people who should have loved them above all. Prior to coming to Big Oak Ranch, the children there have suffered in ways that are impossible to imagine. At the ranch, they...2024-10-091h 00
1819 News: The Podcast Video50 Years of Big Oak Ranch w/ Brodie CroyleOne of the most incredible ministries in the world is located right here in Alabama.
The Big Oak Ranch has been providing a home to children who need a chance for 50 years now.
The circumstances that lead each child to Big Oak Ranch are unique. But one aspect of their stories is the same: they have known abuse, neglect, and abandonment by the very people who should have loved them above all. Prior to coming to Big Oak Ranch, the children there have suffered in ways that are impossible...2024-10-091h 00
1819 News: The Podcast Video50 Years of Big Oak Ranch w/ Brodie CroyleOne of the most incredible ministries in the world is located right here in Alabama.
The Big Oak Ranch has been providing a home to children who need a chance for 50 years now.
The circumstances that lead each child to Big Oak Ranch are unique. But one aspect of their stories is the same: they have known abuse, neglect, and abandonment by the very people who should have loved them above all. Prior to coming to Big Oak Ranch, the children there have suffered in ways that are impossible to imagine. At the ranch, they...2024-10-091h 00The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Are Inclusive Schools Even Possible? Part 2Meaningful inclusion is possible, if we’re being honest though, it’s so rare that most folks don’t even know what it looks like. In part two of this episode on inclusion in public schools (be sure to check out part one!), Erin Croyle has educator and advocate Trina Allen break down what co-teaching is, how it works, and what can be done to make truly inclusive education a reality. The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center for Family Involvement at VCU School of Education's Partnership for People with Disabilities provides informational and emot...2024-10-011h 11The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Are Inclusive Schools Even Possible? Part 1Imagine being treated as a guest in your own school. For many students, not only is that their reality - it's by design. In part 1 of this 2 part episode, Erin Croyle and special education teacher Trina Allen break down what needs to be done to create meaningful inclusion in academics, throughout our school communities, and beyond. The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center for Family Involvement at VCU School of Education's Partnership for People with Disabilities provides informational and emotional support to people with disabilities and their families. All of our service...2024-08-271h 06The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.The Only Detox Worth DoingLooking to feel better? Want to help your children feel better? It might be time for a detox. And the one we’re talking about actually works. The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center for Family Involvement at VCU School of Education's Partnership for People with Disabilities provides informational and emotional support to people with disabilities and their families. All of our services are free. We just want to help. We know how hard this can be because we're in it with you. SHOW NOTES: Details on the Uni...2024-08-0136 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Dual Perspectives: Navigating Special Education as a Teacher and a ParentIn this epiosde we get an insider's perspective of the world of special education from someone who sees it from both sides. Eleanor Janek is a dedicated special education teacher and a mother two two children with disabilties. Her insight is both eye opening and incredibly useful for virtually anyone who is a teacher or a parent. The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center for Family Involvement at VCU School of Education's Partnership for People with Disabilities provides informational and emotional support to people with disabilities and their families. All of our se...2024-06-301h 08
Spinning Plates PodcastEp 140: Letting Him Lead with Elise Croyle & Annabelle LangI love a good God story! This was such a sweet episode celebrating just that. God has brought two women together to take them on an adventure for such a time as this. I hope you enjoy this delightful conversation and real-life talk about leaning into God's leading, trusting Him to show you the way, and letting go of unknowns to shine for Him.
Elise is a dancer, singer/songwriter, and photographer. She has a passion for using her God-given talents to express her faith and identity.
Annabelle is passionate for sharing God’s love an...2024-06-1750 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Caring for Patients with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities: A Doctor's PerspectiveIn this episode, host Erin Croyle and guest Dr. Kathryn Rooth talk about just how much, or how little, medical professionals know about treating patients with disabilities. Is there a topic you want to learn more about? Something you want to ask Dr. Rooth? Feel free to contact Erin via email. The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center for Family Involvement at VCU School of Education's Partnership for People with Disabilities provides informational and emotional support to people with disabilities and their families. All of our services are free. We just want to help. We know h...2024-05-3138 min
Anchored Decisions014: How to Help Your Adult Children Make Decisions without Overstepping with Michelle CroyleIn this episode, I chat with Michelle Croyle, a licensed professional counselor and founder of Abundant Freedom Counseling, on how parents can help their adult children make good decisions. We talk about finding the balance between offering guidance and allowing their adult children to make their own decisions... and how this process actually starts while their children are young, not after they've left the nest. We also dive into how to mend adult-child relationships that might have been severed, as well as how to approach in-laws with advice when you feel the need to intervene.Key points:2024-05-1633 min
Mental Health for Christian Women - Empowering Your Freedom from the Effects of Trauma, Anxiety, Negative Thoughts, and Relationship IssuesMother Joys and Mother Wounds - Tips for Wherever You Find Yourself This Mothers' Day WeekMother's Day can evoke many different emotions and thoughts. This episode acknowledges the mixed feelings you may have towards this day, from joy to grief, to everything in between. Throughout the episode, the discussions cover the different stages of motherhood and the diverse experiences of women, whether as mothers, daughters, or in other relationships. The theme of emotional validation and support is woven throughout, with references to Christian faith as a source of comfort and strength. Michelle offers practical advice on being present, forgiving, grieving, and celebrating life in all its messiness, advocating for self-care and reliance o...2024-05-0712 min
The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.You Are Not AloneModern day parenting can be so isolating. It's an unfortunate reality many of us are struggling with. If you have a child or children with neurodiversity, medically complexities, or disabilities, it can feel downright lonely. But you are NEVER alone in this journey. The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center for Family Involvement at VCU School of Education's Partnership for People with Disabilities provides informational and emotional support to people with disabilities and their families. All of our services are free. We just want to help. We know how...2024-04-3032 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Is Food Impacting Our Children More Than We Realize?You are what you eat. That adage has been around forever for a reason. The foods we consume have changed drastically over the last few decades. Packaged, highly processed foods have flooded groceries, gas stations, schools, sporting events, and gatherings. It's practically impossible for a child or adult to go a day without having ultra-processed fare offered or simply sitting out to grab. We're still learning the full impact this has on our minds and bodies. So far the data and anecdotal evidence show it's not good. And to be clear, this has nothing to do...2024-03-281h 18
Mental Health for Christian Women - Empowering Your Freedom from the Effects of Trauma, Anxiety, Negative Thoughts, and Relationship IssuesGod Sees You In Your Pain Spots and Has Good Purposes for You In The Future: The Story of Hagar with Michelle's Daughter, Megan CroyleWhen you feel unseen, and you are hurting, it can make it feel like God isn't showing up for you, but this couldn't be further from the truth. How do you know God is taking care of you? Because...that is who He is. God is faithful, and He cares about you, and He will restore you if you let Him. Just like Hagar, He sees you and has a good purpose for you and your future. Connect Further with Michelle, or Sign-Up for the Membership Community Here2024-03-1922 min
Northern LightsEpisode 22 - Let's Be Best Buds (with Jamie Croyle and Veronika Alfaro)Comment, question, or idea for the podcast? Send us a Text Message! Oh, we get by with a little help from our friends, and that includes you! This week, we're diving deep into the OCM's implementation meeting, exploring a newly updated retail training program in Minnesota, and talking about how you can become a Friend of the Minnesota Cannabis College!Then, we hear from business owner and longtime cannabis activist Jamie Croyle about her thoughts on the next chapter of legalization, exploring what it could look like for businesses outside of the metro area. Jaime's...2024-02-261h 58The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Self-Care for CaregiversSelf-care is something we all need to do. But for many of us, it's an elusive practice. Caregivers are working harder than ever. Which makes self-care more important than ever. Knowing how real this struggle is, I reached out to my friend and chiropractor Dr. Sarah Gardner. She gets it, and has so many practical, doable ideas for how we can make self-care happen! The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center for Family Involvement at VCU School of Education's Partnership for People with Disabilities provides informational and emotional support to...2024-01-3050 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Best of 2023This odyssey of parenting, caregiving, and disability can be so many things: isolating, overwhelming, joyous, lonely, full, exhausting, exhilerating. The extreme ups and downs; the highs and lows. You can't fully understand it unless you live it. This episode explores why professional family to family support is so critical - so peers with lived experience can give us the information and empathy we so desperately need. We also celebrate the many accomplishments of our Center for Family Involvement staff, and share how their work is changing lives. The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Cen...2023-12-2054 min
Mental Health for Christian Women - Empowering Your Freedom from the Effects of Trauma, Anxiety, Negative Thoughts, and Relationship IssuesTips for Holiday Stress ManagementIn this episode of Mental Health for Christian Women, host Michelle Croyle shares valuable tips for managing holiday stress. She emphasizes the importance of being aware of your body's signals and slowing down to alleviate stress. By prioritizing self-care, setting boundaries, and being mindful of commitments, listeners are encouraged to embrace the true spirit of the season. Join us as we navigate through the holiday season with grace and love. To schedule your Free 15-minute Next Steps to Healing Discovery Call, go here: www.calendly.com/mentalhealthforchristianwomen.com To further connect with Michelle: g...2023-12-0508 min1819 News: The PodcastHappy Thanksgiving! Take a moment to enjoy one of our favorite interviews. From Bear Bryant to The Big Oak Ranch: John Croyle Tells His StoryThis week Bryan sits down with Crimson Tide legend John Croyle to hear about his time playing for Bear Bryant as well as the story of how Big Oak Ranch got started. There are few folks who tell stories better than John Croyle, you'll want to tune in and hear what he has to say.
The Big Oak Ranch in one of the most incredible ministries in the world.
This week's Behind the Scenes segment features John Croyle sharing a message of how men can get back up after they've fallen. Powerful!
To j...2023-11-2255 min1819 News: The Podcast VideoHappy Thanksgiving! Take a moment to enjoy one of our favorite interviews. From Bear Bryant to The Big Oak Ranch: John Croyle Tells His StoryThis week Bryan sits down with Crimson Tide legend John Croyle to hear about his time playing for Bear Bryant as well as the story of how Big Oak Ranch got started. There are few folks who tell stories better than John Croyle, you'll want to tune in and hear what he has to say.
The Big Oak Ranch in one of the most incredible ministries in the world.
This week's Behind the Scenes segment features John Croyle sharing a message of how men can get back up after they've fallen. Powerful!
To j...2023-11-2248 min1819 News: The Podcast VideoHappy Thanksgiving! Take a moment to enjoy one of our favorite interviews. From Bear Bryant to The Big Oak Ranch: John Croyle Tells His StoryThis week Bryan sits down with Crimson Tide legend John Croyle to hear about his time playing for Bear Bryant as well as the story of how Big Oak Ranch got started. There are few folks who tell stories better than John Croyle, you'll want to tune in and hear what he has to say.
The Big Oak Ranch in one of the most incredible ministries in the world.
This week's Behind the Scenes segment features John Croyle sharing a message of how men can get back up after they've fallen. Powerful!
To j...2023-11-2248 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Why We Must Stop Labeling People High-Functioning/Low-FunctioningIt's natural for parents to want their children to reach their full potential. But who decides what that is? And at what cost? In part two of my interview with Heather Trammell, we explore how dangerous societal expectations can be; and how inaccurate and harmful it is to label people as high-functioning and low-functioning. (You can listen to Part 1 here!) The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability. The Center for Family Involvement at VCU School of Education's Partnership for People with Disabilities provides informational and emotional support to people with disabilities and their famil...2023-11-2246 min
Mental Health for Christian Women - Empowering Your Freedom from the Effects of Trauma, Anxiety, Negative Thoughts, and Relationship IssuesI will stop doing...In this episode of "Mental Health for Christian Women" with Michelle Croyle, the focus is on taking back power and focusing on what is true. She encourages listeners to identify and let go of beliefs or behaviors that no longer serve them and replace them with healthier alternatives. She emphasizes the importance of recognizing God's gift of love, power, and a sound mind and not allowing fear or guilt to hold us back. The host provides a tool for listeners to write down what they will stop doing and what they will do instead, as a way to intentionally...2023-11-0909 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.What to Expect When the Unexpected HappensThe wishes, hopes, and dreams of expectant parents are many. Their baby having a lifelong disability usually is not one of them. When that happens, it can be devastating for families. The staff and volunteers at the Center for Family Involvement have family members with a disability. Some of us have disabilities. That lived experience makes a huge difference when providing emotional and informational support to people with disabilities and their families. We understand how complicated the mix of grief, joy, disappointment, and gratitude can be. So does Heather Trammell. She's the...2023-09-261h 14
The Tribune-DemocratEvolving Enterprise: Croyle Nielsen Therapeutic AssociatesJohnstown's history was shaped by immigrants, and Jesper Nielsen, originally from Denmark, has shown the impact an individual can have with a supportive community around him. Nielsen and his wife, Amy Croyle, opened Croyle-Nielsen Therapeutic Associates, 303 Budfield St. in Richland Township 10 years ago, and in a move completely unrelated to his own work, Nielsen has bridged Denmark to Johnstown in the defense industry. 2023-09-2247 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Back to School SpecialThe back to school grind is tough for everyone, but it’s over in a flash and parents get a breather during school hours. Except when they don’t. The parents and caregivers of students with disabilities live in back to school mode all year long. It’s almost like Santa preparing for Christmas. The first day of school is the main event, but elves are busy all year long. Come to think of it, Santa might have it easier. This episode is here to make things easier for families. The Center f...2023-08-121h 25
Widowed 2 Soon; Advice on Faith, Mental Health, and Dating Again87- Widows - How to Deal with Trauma with Licensed Professional Counselor, Michelle CroyleIn this episode, we have special guest Michelle Croyle who is a licensed professional counselor specializing in helping Christian women recover from trauma and anxiety.
Michelle provides informative content with the integration of the Christian faith and mental health topics, coaching, and practical resources to enhance your spiritual, mental, emotional, physical, and relational health. You're in for an insightful and transformative conversation with her.
In this episode, Michelle shares her inspiring journey of how she became a counselor and the story of how she started her own practice, "Abundant Freedom Counseling." You'll also hear how she discovered her passion...2023-08-0844 min
Mental Health for Christian Women - Empowering Your Freedom from the Effects of Trauma, Anxiety, Negative Thoughts, and Relationship IssuesAn Encouraging Reframe for Your Mindset Reframe If You Have Fear or Worry Regarding Time TriggersIn this episode of the "Mental Health for Christian Women" podcast, host, Michelle Croyle, professional counselor and EMDR trauma specialist, addresses the topic of fear, worry, and existential crises related to time, regret, and transitions. She emphasizes the importance of living in the present and not letting fears control our thoughts and actions. She advises seeking help if these worries persist and impact daily life. Michelle draws on biblical teachings, encouraging listeners to trust in God's plan and take one day at a time. She also introduces a new quiz on her website, mentalhealthforchristianwomen.com, to help identify different...2023-08-0118 min
The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Does the ADA Need a Makeover?An estimated 1 in 4 Americans has a disability significant enough that it impacts their daily life. When the Americans with Disabilities Act was signed into law on July 26th, 1990 it was celebrated as groundbreaking legislation that would grant access to jobs, schools, transportation, and public spaces. More than 30 years later, the ADA is showing its age. Advocates argue that while the ADA banned disability-based discrimination, people with disabilities still have to fight to be included. Long-standing policies make it difficult for many people to find meaningful employment, obtain sufficient housing, relocate, and, in some cases, get mar...2023-07-251h 09
The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Why We Need More Than InclusionReaching full potential. Becoming independent. We want these things for our children. For kids with disabilities, providing the assistance they need while trying to achieve these goals is like walking a tightrope. Help from even the most well-intentioned people, often is not helpful. It’s not just educators, parents unintentionally hold their children back as well. Dr. John McNaught has made it his life’s work to reshape how we teach students with disabilities. Early on, he realized parents need to be educated too. The lesson plan: SELF-DETERMINATION. He has witnessed first hand the transformation that h...2023-06-091h 11
Retire With Freedom: Featuring Freedom Financial Group's Toni, Tyler & Tad HillBuilding a Brighter Future with Brodie Croyle of Big Oak RanchNeither Freedom Financial Group nor AEWM are affiliated with Brodie Croyle or Big Oak Ranch.Today we are joined by Brodie Croyle, president and CEO of Big Oak Ranch in Birmingham, Alabama. Big Oak Ranch is a ministry focused on providing a loving, Christian home for abused and neglected children, giving them a chance to thrive, grow, and fulfill their potential. Initially starting with a single farmhouse serving five boys, Big Oak Ranch has grown over the years and now consists of seven ministry teams dedicated to improving the standard of care for children.In...2023-06-0113 min
The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.How to Survive and Thrive in MotherhoodThere is no crystal ball to give us insight into what parenting a child with a disability is like. But conversations with Lisa Richard sure come close. Lisa is a mother to seven children ranging from ages 18 to 30. Two of her kids have Down syndrome. Lisa's honesty and insight is refreshing. She is the first to affirm how hard the early years are and will NEVER tell you that you'll miss those days. She's seen first hand that while early intervention and therapy are important for our children, it only does so much. It's OK to do less, to slow down...2023-05-121h 191819 News: The Podcast VideoFrom Bear Bryant to The Big Oak Ranch: John Croyle Tells His StoryThis week Bryan sits down with Crimson Tide legend John Croyle to hear about his time playing for Bear Bryant as well as the story of how Big Oak Ranch got started. There are few folks who tell stories better than John Croyle, you'll want to tune in and hear what he has to say.
The Big Oak Ranch in one of the most incredible ministries in the world.
This week's Behind the Scenes segment features John Croyle sharing a message of how men can get back up after they've fallen. Powerful!
To...2023-05-1050 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Siblings Day Special!!Every April 10th our social media feeds are flooded with throwback photos in honor of Siblings Day. It may seem like a stunt to keep us scrolling, but it's much more than that. In fact, there is an ongoing effort to get the United Nations to officially declare it "International Siblings Day." Siblings Day hits differently when a brother or sister has a disability, especially one that comes with medical complexities. The dynamic looks nothing like the stereotypes we've come to know. In some houses, the big brother/sister role might be blurred. In others, a sibling might have to pi...2023-04-0853 minThe Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Why Are Summer Camps Inaccessible for So Many Children?Summer camp sign ups are well underway across the country. Parents and caregivers are scrambling to secure spots so they can work while their children make new friends, learn new skills, and have fun. It's not so simple for the estimated 17% of children ages 3 through 17 who have one or more developmental disabilities. If a child needs extra support or even the smallest modifications for activities and access, the options become extremely limited and, in some cases, obsolete. Jessye Cohen-Filipic and Cindy Lui are mothers, advocates, and professionals who have ran into road blocks both getting into and keeping their c...2023-03-281h 04
The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.How Having a Child with a Disability Transforms You with Jamie BruenThe moment you become a parent, your life is transformed forever. For parents of children with disabilities this transformation is on a whole other level. For some of us, it's a defining moment where our life is split in two: before and after. Because we're not just parents anymore. We're caregivers. The end to that caregiving role isn't after high school or college or when our child moves out. It's for life. And the heartbreaking reality is that we're caregivers until we die or, the unthinkable, our child dies before us. That part is rarely talked about because it's so pain...2023-02-281h 25
The Odyssey: Parenting. Caregiving. Disability.Rare Diagnoses with Sarah Lepore, MSN, NNP-BC, MotherOne of the hardest things families go through is when something seems wrong with their baby or child. When we envision becoming parents, the hopes and dreams we have usually do not include a disability. Socital norms focus so much on "healthy" babies that getting a diagnosis of intellectual or deveopmental disabilities shatters our preconceived notions of what being a parent is. Then there are rare diagnoses. The ones that have no name. The ones that might require extensive testing. The ones that don't have networks of support like autism and Down syndrome do. So on top o...2023-02-0149 min
Wisconsin Music PodcastFriday Music Showcase 006: Drummer Jc Croyle and Rapper Kidd ChiefyWISCONSIN MUSIC PODCAST
FRIDAY MUSIC SHOWCASE
Episode 006
Drummer Jc Croyle and Rapper Kidd Chiefy
Jc Croyle is a solo musician in the Madison WI area. He is currently the drummer for the craig mason combo. He has played drums all over the world, touring internationally and regionally for a better part of 25 years. Former Wisconsin based bands - Amorphous Mold, SirNoSir!, The Leftovers & Eccentrifuge. The current EP is out on bandcamp called "Abstractions". A full -length will be out near Winter of this year.
JC Croyle (bandcamp.com)2021-05-2120 min
Mental Health for Christian Women - Empowering Your Freedom from the Effects of Trauma, Anxiety, Negative Thoughts, and Relationship IssuesGrace - Giving More Than They/We DeserveToday, Tim Croyle joins wife Michelle to talk about the concept of Grace in part 3 of 4 parts discussing Forgiveness, Mercy, Grace, and Jesus as we head into the Christmas holidays.2020-12-1616 min
Mental Health for Christian Women - Empowering Your Freedom from the Effects of Trauma, Anxiety, Negative Thoughts, and Relationship IssuesMercy - Not Getting What You DeserveIn today's episode, Michelle is joined for part 2 of 4 episodes by her husband, Tim Croyle to discuss Biblical examples of what Mercy means.2020-12-0924 min
Mental Health for Christian Women - Empowering Your Freedom from the Effects of Trauma, Anxiety, Negative Thoughts, and Relationship IssuesMary Catherine- Exercise Goal Setting, Part 2Mary Catherine is a therapist from the state of Arkansas, and she is really struggling with motivation to meet her exercise goals. Listen in to this Part 2 where Michelle Croyle coaches Mary Catherine to help her gain further clarity as she works on her goal setting with the SMART goal format.2020-10-1419 min
Mental Health for Christian Women - Empowering Your Freedom from the Effects of Trauma, Anxiety, Negative Thoughts, and Relationship IssuesSMART Goal Setting with Mary Catherine- Around ExerciseMary Catherine is a therapist from the state of Arkansas, and she is really struggling with motivation to meet her exercise goals. Listen in to this Part 1 where Michelle Croyle coaches Mary Catherine to help her gain further clarity as she works on her goal setting with the SMART goal format.2020-10-0727 min
Chasing The FrameChasing The Frame: Matt CroyleChasing The Frame
Episode 37 -Matt Croyle
#framechaser
Chasing The Frame is a podcast where John DiMarco interviews people in the film/tv community and industry and they speak about their story. John believes everyone's story is different and unique and it can bring a different voice to a community as a whole. Also we will discuss their local film/tv community and talk about the strengths and weakness of it as well as how has the growth been. It is really through the eyes of the person we can get a real answer...2020-09-101h 58
Level Up Babe88. Building a network marketing team AGAINST the grain with Hillarie CroyleToday's live coaching features guest Hillarie Croyle - a network marketer who built a team and then lost it due to someone quitting and cross recruiting her team. It's every network marketer's worst nightmare but this girl is making her comeback. Listen in as we overcome her biggest obstacles and map out her niche in her industry. 2020-08-3131 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastSabbath: DelightWhat gets in the way of finding delight in my weekly routine? How can I make Sabbath a delight? Rob Croyle and Jenn Bartlett explore what it looks like to delight in Sabbath.
Sermon Notes:
Genesis 1:31
Psalm 92:1-5
Isaiah 58:13-14
*Implication: *
Establish a rhythm of delight.
Your Next Steps:
Take a routine activity and make it special for Sabbath.
Find one way to delight in God, yourself, and those important to you this Sabbath.
2020-08-2350 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastSabbath: RestWhy is rest so elusive? How does Sabbath play into finding meaningful rest? How do we learn to stop, rest, delight, and contemplate in the gift that is Sabbath? Rob Croyle explores these questions as we continue our series looking into Sabbath.
Sermon Notes:
Genesis 2:2-3
Mark 2:27
Psalm 23:1-2
Mark 11:28
Implication:
You need rest in God.
Your Next Steps:
Have a discussion this week: What do you need rest from?
Find one way to “rest in God” this week.
2020-08-1644 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastSabbath: StopWhat is Sabbath? How does Sabbath fit into our modern fast-paced lives? Or maybe...how do our fast-paced lives fit into God's intention for Sabbath? Rob Croyle begins our Sabbath series by taking a look at what it means to stop.
Sermon Notes:
1 Peter 1:15-16
Colossians 2:16-17
John 9:16A
Genesis 2:1-3
Deuteronomy 5:12-15
Implication:
God invites us to enter into his holiness through a time of Sabbath, but we only can join if we are willing to stop what we are doing.
Your Next Steps:
Wrestle...2020-08-0944 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastChange Your World: A Different Kind of KingdomRob Croyle wraps up the "Change Your World" series with a look at Nehemiah 13 and how that example stands against the Kingdom that God wants to establish through us. \
Sermon Notes:
Nehemiah 13:1-14
Mark 1:14-15
John 3:3-6
Ephesians 4:11-15, 30
John 16:7-10
Romans 14:17-18
Blueprint:
We will be a people who partner with God to bring heaven crashing into Missoula.
Call to Action:
Ask for a new heart.
Live out your role.
Don’t ignore the leading of the Holy Spirit.
2020-08-0241 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastChange Your World: Overcoming ObstaclesRob Croyle shares the first part of the story of Nehemiah with a message about holding strong and overcoming obstacles.
Sermon Notes:
Nehemiah 1
Ezra 4:23
Nehemiah 2:1-5
Matthew 22:37-39
Nehemiah 5:1-11
Blueprint:
Regardless of the obstacles we encounter, we will not be distracted from following Jesus, being changed by Jesus, and being on mission with Jesus.
Call to Action:
Respond to Christ’s Invitation. Extend Christ’s invitation.
Invest in discipleship.
Serve.
Protect God’s reputation and God’s most prized possession.
2020-07-1945 min
Storytime for KidsStory Time for Kids: Today I’ll be a Princess by Paula CroyleToday we read Today I’ll be a Princess by Paula Croyle. Enjoy!2020-07-0501 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastChange Your World: Desiring ChangeWe desire change. We believe the church can (and should) make a difference within our community. Why does it seem like Church fails short of our expectations? What can we do to affect lasting change? Rob Croyle delivers a message that begins to address these issues.
Sermon Notes:
1 Kings 12:26-29
2 Kings 17:6-12, 19-20
Ezra 9:1
Leviticus 20:23-24
Matthew 16:18
Ephesians 4:11-13
Blueprint:
Changing your world takes work. You are the worker.
Call to Action:
Invest in relational discipleship.
Serve inside the Church.
Serve outside the Church.
2020-06-2844 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastThe Partner God Pursues: Where's Isaac?Rob Croyle delivers a message on the story of Abraham being asked to sacrifice Isaac and the effect this should have on our lives.
Sermon Notes:
Genesis 22:1-19
Hebrews 11:17-19
John 1:14-17
Implication:
The partner God pursues builds healthy family.
Call to Action:
Question the truths you live by.
Imitate the grace of Jesus.
Expand your view of family.
2020-06-1440 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastThe Partner God Pursues: WanderingRob Croyle continues our series about the Partner God Pursues with a look at Genesis 20 and how Abraham is still relying on his old methods of coping.
Sermon Notes:
Genesis 20:1-18
Common Negative Coping Mechanisms
Drug Abuse
Alcohol Abuse
Escapism
Denial
Isolation
Self Mutulation
Bottling up Emotions
Extreme Emotions
Sexual Addiction
Withdrawal
Over sleeping
Comfort Eating
Implication:
The partner God pursues intentionally invests in authenticity to build new patterns in their lives.
Call to Action:
Know...2020-06-0737 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastThe Partner God Pursues: Without CompromiseRob Croyle delivers a message on unity in diversity and how living with compromise creates suffering in the story of Lot.
Sermon Notes:
Genesis 19:1-22
Ezekiel 16:49-50
Isaiah 1:9-17
Chesed — kindness or mercy
Implication:
The partner God pursues shows Chesed without compromise.
Call to Action:
Evaluate your own heart.
Make your life consistent with your worship.
Take steps to foster unity in diversity — volunteer, engage in dialogue, read to gain understanding, weep, mourn, and pray.
2020-05-3148 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastThe Partner God Pursues: To See or Not to SeeRob Croyle continues through the story of Abraham this week with a look at two stories that show the sacrificially generous heart of Abraham.
Sermon Notes:
Genesis 18
Heberews13:2
Genesis 15:6
2 Corinthians 9:7B
Luke 15:19-20
Implication:
The sacrificially generous partner that God pursues will see needs and find ways to engage.
Call to Action:
Wrestle with what is getting in the way of you believing God.
Serve God with a cheerful heart.
Wrestle with God for those who concern you the most.
Have crazy amounts of hope for...2020-05-2444 min
Dare To Be DifferentTaking Care Of You with Michelle Croyle“Mental pain is less dramatic than physical pain, but it is more common and also harder to bear. The frequent attempt to conceal mental pain increases the burden. It is easier to say, ‘My tooth is aching’ than to say, ‘My heart is broken.’” – C.S. Lewis. “Healthy” is one of the 5 values that I’ve built my life and my business around, and I believe that mental health needs to be elevated to the importance of physical health. In this episode, Licensed Professional Counselor and Life Coach, Michelle Croyle, joins the podcast to share some wisdom and revealing medical and physiolo...2020-05-0733 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastThe Partner God Pursues: Frank and Honest ConversationsContinuing through the story of Abraham, Rob Croyle shares with us how vulnerability and authenticity play out in the conversations Abraham has with God, and how it should look in our community.
Sermon Notes:
Genesis 15:1-4
Genesis 15:5-8
Genesis 15:9-12, 17-21
Implication:
The partner God pursues is authentic.
Call to Action:
Honestly know yourself.
Live with authentic vulnerability and honesty toward God. Live with authentic vulnerability and honesty toward others.2020-05-0335 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastThe Partner God Pursues: A Whole Lot of DramaRob Croyle continues our look at the story of Abram this week, observing how sacrificial generosity and valuing family show up in the narrative.
Sermon Notes:
Genesis 13:8-13
Genesis 13:14-18
Genesis 14:17-24
Genesis 28:22
Implication:
The partner God pursues fights for family, not in family.
The partner God pursues is sacrificially generous.
Call to Action:
Call upon God.
Pursue humility.
Family needs to become the safest place.2020-04-2740 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastEaster 2020: EmptyRob Croyle delivers an Easter message about living a resurrected life through Christ.
Sermon Notes:
Mark 16:1-7
Isaiah 55:1-3
Philippians 3:8-11
1 Peter 1:3-5
Implication: The Resurrected One calls you to live a resurrected life!
Call to Action: Let Christ resurrect EVERY area of your life.2020-04-1225 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Experiencing God: God's InvitationThis week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, Jacob, and Marty discuss God inviting you to join His work, Luke 9:57-62, and how the Church can be dealing with COVID-19 situation.Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Marty Solomon.2020-03-1847 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastExperiencing God: God's InvitationThis week Rob Croyle continues our series about Experiencing God with a message about God's invitation to join him. This service was recorded and posted early for our congregation to worship in the safety of their own homes.
Sermon Notes:
Matthew 4:19
Luke 9:57-62
1 Kings 19:19-21
Imiplication: God invites you to join Him in His work
Call to Action: Follow Jesus, Changed by Jesus, On Mission with Jesus2020-03-1530 minDare To Be DifferentReframe Your Mindset with Michelle CroyleOn this episode of the Dare To Be Different podcast, Joe talks with Licensed Professional Counselor and Life Coach, Michelle Croyle, about how to isolate negative self-talk and reframe your mindset to set yourself up for a more positive, successful, and happy life.2020-03-0935 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastExperiencing God: God is Always at WorkAs we enter the Lenten season Rob Croyle starts a new series about how we can experience God. In the first week we look at how God is working out His redemptive plan, and when we join Him how we get to experience Him.
Sermon Notes:
Matthew 4:19
John 5:17,
Genesis 12:1-3
Genesis 26:4-5
Genesis 28:10-17
John 6:44
John 5:19-20
Implication: God is always at work. Are your eyes and ears tuned to see it?
Call To Action: Follow Jesus, Changed by Jesus, On Mission with Jesus2020-03-0138 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: In The Beginning God: Blessings, Not CursesThis week on Footnotes: Rob and Logan dive into the story of Noah cursing his grandson. Exploring the theories on what Ham did to Noah and discussing some of the other possible aspects of this story. Joy Croyle also makes a guest appearance and Rob completely tricks Logan about a fake bible verse to make an excellent point. 2020-02-1941 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastIn The Beginning God: Blessings, Not CursesContinuing the story of Noah, Rob Croyle delivers a message calling us to speak blessings into peoples' lives instead of curses.
Sermon Notes:
Genesis 9:18-29
Luke 6:27-29
James 3:8-10
Matthew 5:43-45
1 Peter 3:8-9
Implication: As partners with Christ, our relationships must be different.
Call to Action: Bless and do not curse, for you were called to be a blessing.2020-02-1635 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastIn The Beginning God: Re-CreationThis week Rob Croyle leads us in looking at the Genesis flood story. What similarities does this story share with Genesis 1? What do we learn about God and man? These questions and more as we continue our journey through the first eleven chapters of Genesis. 2020-02-1037 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastIn The Beginning God: Curses and BlessingsRob Croyle dives into Genesis 3 this week to explore questions like: "What is the big theme of this story?" and "We know that God speaks curses, but are there blessings too?"
Sermon Notes:
Repeated Themes
Listen with Fresh Ears:
What do you learn about sin in this story?
What do you learn about God in this story?
Genesis 3
Call to Action:
Fix your eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at...2020-01-2638 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastIn the Beginning God: Eden We Have A ProblemThis week we dive into chapter 2 of Genesis, and something is amiss in paradise. What has gone wrong? What steps does God take to resolve this problem, and what does this tell us about ourselves? In this sermon Rob Croyle wrestles with these questions, and tells us some of what we can learn from Genesis 2.
Sermon Notes:
GENESIS 2:4-25
ROMANS 12:1-8
** Observations:**
We are separate from creation. We are not animals.
We need community in order to live out our design.
2020-01-1935 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastLooking Back, Moving ForwardRob Croyle delivers a stand-alone sermon looking back as a church at 2019, and then looking forward to where Mission Ridge is heading in 2020.
Recording Note:
During the sermon Rob showed the first 4 minutes of a 30 minute video.
The full video can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=99fgsvqgFDQ&feature=youtu.be
Sermon Notes:
Matthew 25:14-30
Matthew 25:31-46
Application:
_ Make a commitment this year:
_ Pray for someone to receive Christ as Savior Handwrite Torah
_ Start a discipleship relationship2019-12-2939 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Advent: JoyThis week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss serving, Christmas trees, and what it look likes to create your own traditions.Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.2019-12-1840 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Advent: PeaceThis week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss John the Baptist, Essenes, Elijah references, and extra stuff about "brood of vipers" Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.2019-12-1135 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastAdvent: PeaceIn the second week of Advent, Rob Croyle preaches about drawing people towards Peace.
Sermon Notes:
Isaiah 11:1-10
Psalm 72 1-7, 18-19
Romans 15:4-13
Matthew 3:1-12
Implication:
What are you doing to to create traditions that will draw people to peace?2019-12-0930 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Advent: HopeThis week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss Christmas traditions, the parable of the talents, "be ready", the date of Jesus birth, and other holiday ramblings! Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.2019-12-0441 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastAdvent: HopeRob Croyle begins our journey through the advent season with a message about the hope that Christ brings, and how we need to be ready.
Sermon Notes:
Isaiah 2:1-5
Psalm 122
Romans 13:11-14
Matthew 24:36-44
Implication:
What are you doing to create traditions that will point people to Christ?2019-12-0228 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Jonah: Minimal EffortThis week on Footnotes: the crew talks about Jonah chapter 2 & 3, parallels between Jonah and Abraham, Bible Hub, connections to the story of Nicodemus, and children's books. Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.2019-11-2134 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Jonah: Up vs DownThis week on Footnotes: the crew discusses all sorts of extra content surrounding Jonah. Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.2019-11-1454 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Living the Story: DiscipleOn this weeks episode of Footnotes: Rob, Jacob, Logan, and Mollie discuss situations that are hard to minister in, the significance of 153, Peter as a betrayer, the number 3, and more! Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.2019-11-0658 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Living the Story: MinisterOn this episode of Footnotes: Logan, Rob, Jacob, and Mollie have some discussion about what it means to be an intentional leader, learning about design and roles from Acts 6, and where ministry happens.
Footnotes is a supplimental midweek podcast to go a little deeper into the topics that are covered in sermons at Mission Ridge and provide additional content that maybe didn't quite fit into the sermon but is still fun to talk about. Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.2019-10-3036 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Living the Story: ConnectThis week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss what connect environments can and should be and continue the conversation about building healthy community. Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.2019-10-2451 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Living the Story: ShareThis week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob dive into the story of the woman at the well, and various theories and extra connections to that story.
For more information about this story, here are some places to get you started:
http://validambiguity.com/2016/01/06/rethinking-samaritan-woman/
https://liferotp.com/sermons/2019/7/7/forever-changed-3-the-woman-at-the-wellSpecial Guest: Jacob Croyle.2019-10-1632 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: The Story We Tell: Roughly RightThis week on Footnotes: Discussion about Gideon, Ephods, Barak, and other extra material from the sermon about being Roughly Right. Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.2019-10-0939 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: The Story We Tell: FamilyThis week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss a variaty of topics such as: the ten commandments, Pedagogues, why Logan sees Leviticus relating to family, and how this core value ends up being a bit tricky to break down. Also on this episode: Rob and Jacob are envious of Logan having a milkshake. #hatersgonnahateSpecial Guest: Jacob Croyle.2019-10-0352 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: The Story We Tell: Unity in DiversityThis week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob continue the conversation about our core value of Diversity and what that looks like for Mission Ridge to live out. Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.2019-09-2559 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: The Story We Tell: Sacrificial GenerosityThis week on Footnotes: supplemental content about the story of Boaz and Ruth, the book of Leviticus, and more that helps to dig a little deeper into the content from the sermon about sacrificial generositySpecial Guest: Jacob Croyle.2019-09-1844 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastThe Story We Tell: AuthenticityRob Croyle starts off a new series that will take a look at each of our Core Values, and how those make up the story that we at Mission Ridge tell the world about who our God is. The first value we look at is Authenticity.
Sermon Notes:
1 Peter 2:4-5, 9-10
Matthew 5:3-9
Matthew 22:36-40
Brené Brown's 4 Myths of Vulnerability
1 John 1:5-10
Implication:
Without vulnerability, growth is handicapped, trust is lost, and dysfunction is fostered.
Application:
Learn to value the real you.
S...2019-09-1040 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Give Us This Day... Your Kingdom IIThis week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss some extra content that didn't make it into the sermons about the Lord's Prayer such as the traditional ending of the prayer, extra teachings about forgiveness, and more about the daily bread. Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.2019-09-0438 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Philippians: Week 6This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, Mollie, and Jacob discuss extra content surrounding Philippians 4. Topics include: Women partnering in the gospel, the "book of life", 8 virtuous attributes, sweet aromas of sacrifice, and more!
Footnotes is extra discussion to help you dig in and wrestle with the text. We hope that this will help continue the conversations you have throughout the week. Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.2019-08-2253 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastPhilippians: Week 6Rob Croyle delivers the final message in our series through Philippians.
Sermon Notes:
Philippians 4:2-3
Philippians 4:4-7
Philippians 4:8-9
Philippians 4:10-13
Philippians 4:14-20
Implication:
Philippians 4 provides concrete steps for living the text.
Application:
Actively apply God’s word to your everyday living. Inspect the fruit of your life daily. Build accountability into your discipleship relationships. Repent of any missteps. Ask Christ to meet you with His Resurrection power in the places you are stuck.2019-08-1840 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Philippians: Week 5This week on Footnotes: Logan, Rob, and Jacob discuss Philippians 3:17-4:1, relationship with Christ, and priorities! Special Guest: Jacob Croyle.2019-08-1447 minMission Ridge Church PodcastFootnotes: Philippians: Week 3This week on of Footnotes: Logan, Rob, Mollie, and Jacob have some discussion about grumbling and complaining, fear and trembling, father relationships, and some discipleship thoughts that all suppliment the third sermon in the Philippians series. Special Guests: Jacob Croyle and Mollie Patterson.2019-07-3153 min
Mission Ridge Church PodcastSermon: Philippians: Week 2This week in our series on Philippians: Rob Croyle takes us through the opening of the letter, and continues the conversation of humility and joy that we see throughout the whole letter.
Sermon Notes:
Philippians 2:5-11
Philippians 1:1-11
Philippians 1:12-18
Philippians 1:19-26
*Implication: *
If humility is our destination, joy is the vehicle that will get us there.
Application:
Cultivate joy through honest worship.2019-07-2138 min
Film GrainBoy Erased, Matt Croyle, and What Makes a Film FestivalThis week, we welcome Matt Croyle, director of the Oil Valley Film Festival, who joins us for a discussion on his path in the film industry and his experiences curating titles for the heart of Pennsylvania. "Boy Erased" screens on June 19th, 2019 as part of the film society's dinner and a movie series.
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ATDC RadioATDC RADIO: John Croyle with W9manager, Dr. Yared Alemu with TQI and Hien Ta with QwikCheckJohn Croyle started W9manager after collecting W-9 forms and preparing 1099s for 20 years as a corporate controller of several different companies. He determined there had to be a better way! Vendors would send in W-9s that were incomplete, unsigned, with no name, with no TIN, and without the LLC type selected. In addition, the […]
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Rainer on LeadershipAn Interview with John CroylePodcast Episode #012John Croyle was recently our guest at LifeWay. While he was in town, I had a chance to sit down with him and discuss Alabama football, the Big Oak Ranch, manhood, and leadership. It is a fascinating interview with a fascinating man. If you're not familiar with John or the Big Oak Ranch, I would encourage you to visit their website BigOak.org. Hundreds of kids have been impacted by John and his ministry over the years. I'm proud to call him a friend and excited that he could share his story through this episode of...2013-07-0529 min