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Fortune and FaithSquatty Potty - Judy EdwardsWhat started as a simple question—“Is there a better way to go?”—became a groundbreaking invention that flipped bathroom habits upside down (or should we say, feet up?). From a moment of inspiration to viral fame, Judy Edwards, the creator of the Squatty Potty shows that innovation can come from the most unexpected places… even the bathroom. Today’s episode is all about thinking outside the bowl and how Judy turned a bathroom problem into a world-famous solution with a product that proved good posture isn’t just for school pictures.So get comfortable, put your feet up...
2026-01-1258 min
Fortune and FaithThe Piano Guys - Steven Sharp Nelson (Originally Published 2023)Originally released in 2023, we are republishing this episode after our podcast platform host removed it since we played one of the group’s songs at the end of the episode without going through the proper copyright process. The song is now removed and the episode is uploaded again because it would be a shame to not have this available for all to hear. Enjoy!
2025-12-0858 min
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Fortune and FaithEdifice Architecture - Dane AstleDane Astle, founder of Edifice Architecture, a boutique commercial firm with projects spanning Arizona. Dane’s journey to opening Edifice in 2018 was more than a career move—it was the fulfillment of a ten–year vision that began when he graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in architecture.But the roots of his determination stretch back even further. Growing up as the seventh of nine children, Dane learned early the value of hard work and resilience. When his family relocated from Huntington Beach, California, to Provo, Utah, after his father’s development work slowed, life requ...
2025-09-081h 37
Fortune and FaithEssence Ring - Michael DeLeeuwA double encounter with pungent passengers on his flight to and from his destination sparks Michael DeLeeuw to create the essence ring, a sanctuary for the olfactories. However, just like any good flight will experience moments of turbulence, the journey to get his invention off the ground didn’t come without its bumps. But with good old fashion hard work, self belief, and a deal on the hit TV show Shark Tank, Michael and his wife Tami are poised to grow their business from the front room to the board room.
2025-08-111h 04
The WatchRolling Podcast#110: Interview w/ Huiy Tang of RZE WatchesSummaryIn this episode of the WatchRolling Podcast, Jason interviews Huiy Tang of RZE Watches, discussing the brand's ethos of creating durable, adventure-ready titanium watches. They explore the intersection of watches and everyday carry (EDC), the importance of community engagement, and the brand's commitment to sustainability. Huiy shares insights into the design philosophy behind RZE watches, emphasizing the goal of creating timepieces that last a lifetime. The conversation also touches on the evolution of RZE from its crowdfunding roots to its current identity, and the aspirations for the brand's future.Links (Not Affiliate):...
2025-07-151h 00
Fortune and FaithCAB Studios - Allison BrownIn this episode of Fortune and Faith, we share the story of Allison Brown—a high achiever who always embraces a challenge. From excelling as a three-sport athlete and valedictorian in Palmdale, CA, to pursuing her dream of attending Brigham Young University, Allison seems on track to achieve everything she sets her heart on. Her artistic talents flourish at BYU’s fine arts program, but life takes an unexpected turn.When Allison isn't accepted into her desired graphic design program and her fiancé is offered a job back in Southern California, she makes the difficult decision to leave...
2025-07-141h 53
Fortune and FaithThe Piano Guys - Jon SchmidtThough now celebrated for their genre-defying blend of classical, pop, and rock music, Jon Schmidt's path to the piano was far from certain as the pianist of the world renowned group - The Piano Guys.As the youngest of five children in a family of German immigrants who fled WWII, Jon’s early piano lessons came from his older sister. Despite his natural gift, it wasn’t until a profound loss and a powerful admonition from his mission president that Jon fully embraced his God-given talents.Jon also opens up about the heartbreaking passing of his...
2025-06-091h 10
Fortune and FaithEdmonton Oilers Center - Derek RyanIn this episode of Fortune and Faith, we sit down with Edmonton Oilers Center Derek Ryan—the NHL’s only member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints—as he opens up about his remarkable journey of faith, perseverance, and purpose.From humble beginnings in Spokane, Washington, where he grows up in the Catholic Church and is coached by his father on local hockey teams, Derek never imagines his path would lead to the NHL. With no draft selection and little fanfare, his goal is simply to play hard and enjoy the game—yet his quiet det...
2025-05-121h 05
Mike & Phebe ShowJason Tang from Rivco.You're listening to The Mike & Phebe Show, today's guest we're speaking with Jason Tang, Development Manager at Riverside County Workforce Development.
Jason shares with our audience what Workforce Development is, how Workforce can help individuals as well as businesses, and what you need to do to get involved and participate in their programs.
Contact Jason Tang on his LinkedIn @jasonmarshalltang, or email him jtang@rivco.org. You can also check out the Riverside County Workforce Development website
www.rivcoworkforce.org, or follow their FB https://www.facebook.com/RivCoHWS and IG...
2025-05-0326 min
Fortune and FaithHood Financial - Mike HoodMike Hood—a man whose first 20 years of life are filled with uncertainty and upheaval, but whose last 40 years are marked by consistency, purpose, and a deep-rooted faith.Mike is the owner of Hood Financial, a retirement planning, investment management and financial planning firm. Growing up, he’s the oldest of three children in a Navy family, meaning Mike is familiar with change. With frequent moves, and a lack of spiritual structure defining much of his early life, regular church attendance and spiritual guidance weren’t a focus at home despite his parents being baptized members of the Ch...
2025-04-1450 min
Fortune and FaithMelissa Floral & Gift Shop- Katie HendricksonNever thinking a career was a possibility for herself, Katie Hendrickson is determined to teach her four daughters they can accomplish anything. As a young mother, and with her husband constantly traveling for work , Katie begins her small business journey by just doing. When she has an idea, she makes it happen and includes her daughters in the process teaching them lessons they can carry throughout their lives.
2025-03-0937 min
Fortune and FaithSalisbury CPA - Travis SalisburyTravis Salisbury grows up knowing the value of hard work as the third of 12 children on his family’s 600-acre farm. With farming as his foundation, he naturally envisions it as his future. Opportunities align to make that dream a reality—until a profound spiritual experience at Brigham Young University sets him on an unexpected path. This pivotal moment causes him to change his major and alters what his professional future will be. And eventually he is led to Yucaipa, California, where he now runs his own accounting firm, and serves as the Stake President.
2025-02-101h 39
Fortune and FaithJohnston Business Services - Rich JohnstonAt 86 years old, Rich Johnston is happily retired after a life of adventure and fulfillment. Taking the time to reflect on his journey, from his business ventures, to his family, his wife, and even his membership in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Rich can trace many of his blessings back to a signature dish he's become locally famous for - Rich's Ribs. As Rich describes it, if it wasn't for learning this recipe, he never would have had opened his restaurant. And if he didn't start his restaurant, he never would've...
2025-01-1354 min
Triangle Tweener TalksTina Tang: Finding Product-Market Fit, Raising Pre-Seed, and the Bristles.AI StoryHow do you turn a simple “what if?” into a thriving venture—especially when you’re blending creativity, technology, and a dash of entrepreneurial courage?In this episode of Triangle Tweener Talks, we sit down with Tina Tang, Co-Founder and CEO of Bristles, an AI-driven platform that helps furniture refinishers and DIYers reimagine their projects before picking up a single paintbrush.Tina shares her journey from civil engineering and data analytics into the world of startups, navigating the messy middle of product-market fit, and iterating her way from a broad concept to a laser-focused solution for a pa...
2024-12-191h 27
Fortune and FaithSun-Lit Skin Care - Lindsey Hair HawesLindsey Hawes, the oldest daughter of a “girl dad” entrepreneur, grows up in Utah surrounded by her dad’s various business ventures. From piano stores to gas stations and everything in between, Lindsey doesn’t always know the ins and outs of what her dad does, but she knows she lives a good life with all her needs being met. Fast forward over 20 years, and now Lindsey is stepping into the entrepreneurial world herself with Sunlit Skin Care—a brand dedicated to offering busy moms and women affordable, quick, and effective skincare solutions. But as with any entrepreneurial journey, Lindsey’s...
2024-12-0949 min
Fortune and FaithChimeris - Chris BirdAsk any child of a military service member, and most likely they’ll tell you stories of moving around a lot, and never making close friends because of it. But more often than not, they will also tell you in adulthood how these experiences helped shape their lives and gave them different skills for their future endeavors. And it’s no different for Chris Bird, co founder of Chimeris. His dad is in the NAVY, and the family lives all over the world. And while Chris spends time all around the world, he leaves for his full time mission for the Ch...
2024-11-111h 08
Recast PodcastEpisode #21 - Pootie Tang (Feat. Chris Isabella)In this episode of The Recast Podcast, cole me on the panny sty and roun on my crowny town. Don't worry, you're not having an aneurysm, your mettlesome hosts Jason Zaremba and Reid Pegram are joined by Atlanta comedian Chris Isabella to recast 2001's Pootie Tang! Give it a spin and don't forget to rate and review! Check out our Patreon for even more exclusive content for only $3 a month, capatown!
2024-11-041h 18Fortune and FaithNew Release Schedule - Starting November 2024Hello friends, if you’re a consistent listener of this show, THANK YOU! And if you listen to each show no doubt you’ve heard my little tagline at the end, you know, the one that goes, new episodes come out every 2nd and 4th Monday of the month? Well, that’s all going to change starting right now. I really do love talking to my guests and hearing about their stories and being able to relay them back to you the listener. It’s been nothing but inspiring for my life, and hopefully for yours too. However, not too long ago I was...
2024-10-2801 min
Fortune and FaithRaze Sports - Ritch WinterRitch Winter, a small-town dreamer from Drumheller, Alberta, transforms his passion for sports into a successful career as a sports agent. From an early age, Ritch envisions himself navigating the world of professional athletics, but his journey takes a profound turn when he finds faith.In his story, one of perseverance and divine intervention, Ritch is a student at the University of Calgary, where he secures the last spot on the men's volleyball team, a moment that would change the course of his life. Why? Because he's on the team, he's able to attend an international tournament...
2024-10-1449 min
Fortune and FaithEnhanced Scanning - Forrest SimStriving to turn passion into career, Forrest Sim, a Colorado Springs native grows up with a love of the outdoors. From camping to backpacking and rock climbing, Forrest's connection to nature runs deep, influenced by his geologist mother and military father. His adventurous spirit even caught the eye of his wife while they were both at Brigham Young University Idaho. While at school, Forrest dreams of following in his mother's footsteps by pursuing a degree in geology—a field that perfectly combines his love for the earth with a potential career that will support his family. But as he em...
2024-09-2358 min
The Journeymen Lounge PodcastThe Journeymen Lounge Podcast Episode 46 - Movie Review Dazed and Confused (1993)Welcome back to The Journeymen Lounge Podcast! We start off the pod recapping our 2nd golf outing of the year. Reliving Bobby’s Ace at Old Orchard. Bobby poises the question of who would win a single game and 7 game series between the men’s olympic basketball 92’ “Dream Team” and 08’ “Redeem team”. Our album review is Wu Tang: Enter the Wu Tang (36 Chambers) (1993). Our movie review is Dazed and Confused (1993) directed by Richard Linklater. Please like and subscribe!
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2024-09-181h 35
Fortune and FaithDeeleeo - Jackson PayneBefore launching Deeleeo in 2020, Jackson Payne spends over 15 years as a member of the Canadian National Gymnastics team, where he dazzles as a four-time all-around Canadian National Champion, competes on seven world championship teams, snags a silver medal at the Commonwealth Games, and is named the first alternate for the 2016 Rio Olympics.
Jackson’s experience in gymnastics—marked by its own share of triumphs and challenges—has honed his resilience, determination, and passion. His career, filled with both soaring highs and tough setbacks, has taught him that every temporary failure can lead to an eternal blessing. Now buildi...
2024-09-0959 min
Fortune and FaithLundgren CPA - Penny LundgrenBefore launching her own Certified Public Accounting firm, Penny Lundgren is a professional athlete, competing both nationally and internationally in downhill mountain bike racing. Yet, like her races, life doesn't always follow a predictable path. As a student at Brigham Young University, Penny works for then BYU President Jeffrey R. Holland, meets a single father, marries him in the temple, and begins building her life, only to see it crumble in divorce. And despite the pain of that event, it pales in comparison to the hurt she feels about an old church policy that derails her faith, causing her...
2024-08-261h 22
Fortune and FaithUnique Advantage - Kyle ChristensenAs a young man growing up, Kyle Christensen lives with his mother and step father, both of whom do not go to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. In somewhat of a surprise to even himself, Kyle and his brother still attend church by themselves despite an easy way out. Now as the owner of Unique Advantage, a financial planning firm, Kyle continues to follow true principles in life and also in his work life teaching others principles of financial planning. His firm aims to help its clients let money work for them, providing financial freedom now...
2024-08-121h 00
Fortune and FaithRipley Construction - John RipleyIn 2016, a devastating wildfire sweeps through Fort McMurray, Alberta, Canada, forcing nearly 100,000 people to evacuate. Over one million acres are scorched, and more than 3,000 structures lost. Remarkably, Ripley Construction’s buildings and equipment remain unharmed, but the business still grapples with the aftermath more than eight years after due to its strong ties to the community. Amidst the devastation, John Ripley, the owner and founder, shifts his focus beyond just rebuilding his business. He also seeks to strengthen and build his personal growth and deepen his relationship with God
2024-07-2245 min
Fortune and FaithEtherfuse - David TaylorAs one of the creators of Etherfuse, a financial technology company, David Taylor and his brother AJ are on a mission to reduce global barriers to entry into financial markets by tokenizing investments through stable bonds. But growing up a young boy, David’s life is anything but stable. Moving around about every two years from city to city and state to state doesn’t allow him to build a solid friend foundation where his confidence can grow. Despite the early struggles David uses all his experiences, good and bad, to chart his own course of what is, and what isn’...
2024-07-081h 07
AR Show with Jason McDowallAWE 2024 Panel Discussion: Current State and Future Direction of AR GlassesI moderated a panel at the recent AWE conference that took place a couple of weeks ago in Long Beach, California. The panel featured Karl Guttag from KGOnTech, Adi Robertson from the Verve, Jeri Ellsworth from Tilt Five, and Ed Tang from Avegant.The session was titled: Current State and Future Direction of AR Glasses and the session description reads:A panel of experts will discuss the current and future state of AR spatial computing devices, given the influence of the new Vision Pro world. Has the Vision Pro influenced the XR industry to...
2024-07-0356 min
Fortune and FaithSouth Coast Incorporated - Ray MillerKnown for its quality workmanship and superior customer service, South Coast Incorporated is a leader in Design/Build projects in Southern California, offering a seamless transition from project inception to completion. However, Ray Miller, owner and founder, is faced with an unfixable situation—a brain bleed affecting his wife—and there's nothing he can do to help.
But before the brain bleed, Ray’s journey begins in the small farming town of Blackfoot, Idaho. Despite his family’s limited financial resources, they thrive in a tight-knit community. Together, discover how the values he imbibed during his youth continue...
2024-06-2456 min
Fortune and FaithRoyal Entertainers - Brittany SkipperDiscovering the right ‘one’ applies to both relationship and career and Brittany Skipper, owner of Royal Entertainers, exemplifies this truth. As a single mom with three children, Brittany seeks her Mr. Right even appearing on VH1’s show, ‘Making Mr. Right’ which gives her perspective, but not her eternal companion. However, her quest extends beyond personal relationships. Driven by the need to support her family, Brittany embarks on a professional journey. Despite her dream of becoming a television news anchor, she turns down the opportunity and ventures into the unknown leading her to become Miss Utah which opens up a myriad of...
2024-06-101h 12
Fortune and FaithPacific Coast Podiatry - Clay JohnsenAlways one to march to the beat of his own drum, Clay Johnsen, owner of Pacific Coast Podiatry, embodies fearlessness and ambition. With unwavering determination, he sets lofty goals for his career and strives to achieve them. Yet, fate often intervenes, leading him down unexpected paths.
As Clay meticulously arranges the pieces of his professional puzzle, the Lord often seems to have a different blueprint in mind. And though Clay may not always comprehend the divine reasoning, he remains steadfast in his commitment to adapt. He recognizes that sometimes the Lord’s plan diverges from his own de...
2024-05-271h 26
Fortune and FaithLake Surf - Troy TegederNot getting the career fulfillment he’s searching for as one of 12,000 employees at Raytheon Missile Systems, Troy Tegeder leaves his 9-5 job for a life of entrepreneurship. First as an independent app developer, and eventually to physical product development, Troy is the founder and owner of Lake Surf LLC. His company creates balance board trainers for wake surfing, inflatables for boating, and coming soon - a back yard wave maker that connects to your pool. And every time Troy thinks of a new path to blaze, he not only leans on his spreadsheet to help guide him, him and hi...
2024-05-1352 min
Gays ReadingUpcoming / Up & Coming feat. Jiaming Tang, Melissa Mogollon, Yael van der WoudenIn the April episode of their debut novelists series UPCOMING / UP & COMING, Jason and Brett talk to three new writers about their soon-to-be released books. Jiaming Tang (Cinema Love, May 7) talks about explaining his "accent" to people in Alabama; Melissa Mogollon (Oye, May 14) expresses her love of Rainforest Cafe; and Yael van der Wouden (The Safekeep, May 28) shares the secrets of erotic writing. Jiaming Tang is a queer immigrant writer. He holds an MFA from the University of Alabama, and his writing has...
2024-04-2348 min
Fortune and FaithSterling Financial Group - Marcus PinnockCurrently serving as the President of the California San Bernardino Mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Marcus Pinnock leaves the business he founded to serve the Lord full time for 3 years. His business, Sterling Financial Group is based in Utah and currently manages over a billion dollars in assets. But with great faith, trusted partners, and the opportunity to lead close to 600 full time missionaries, the Pinnock’s take up their yolk and press forward in doing the work of the Lord in proclaiming the Gospel.
2024-04-2256 min
Fortune and FaithEmiment - Scott ShumwayWhen Scott Shumway embarks on his college journey, he grapples with uncertainty about the path he should pursue. And after a few years in school, he actually leaves without earning his degree, but his career arc becomes clear as Scott seizes upon every opportunity that comes his way. During his tenure with his first employer, Scott rapidly attains expertise in the theory of constraints, which propels him to become a company executive. Using these skills combined with his experience, Scott eventually pens a book entitled “The Invisible Four Letter Word” and establishes his own consultancy, “Eminent”. Through these two endeavors, Scott aims...
2024-04-081h 07
Fortune and FaithAspen Field Services - Cortland BradyAt the tender age of five, Cortland Brady’s world is forever altered when his father becomes paralyzed in an ATV accident. This pivotal moment triggers a series of reactions that reverberate through Cortland’s life and family dynamics. From navigating the complexities of his parents’ relationship to grappling with teenage embarrassment over his father’s condition, Cortland faces adversity head-on, especially as he eventually witnesses his parents’ painful divorce.
Fast forward nearly three decades from the accident, Cortland stands as the Founder and CEO of Aspen Field Services. His groundbreaking asset verification inspection business revolutionizes how banks verify their assets. Ye...
2024-03-251h 09
Fortune and FaithFilm Maker, Music Director, Public Speaker - Mauli BonnerMauli Bonner, a Grammy-winning music director, award-winning filmmaker, and accomplished public speaker, boasts numerous accolades. However, his journey to success isn’t glamorous; it begins with Mauli sleeping on the streets of Los Angeles as he seeks to navigate his path, and more importantly become attuned to how the Lord communicates with him.
2024-03-111h 09
Fortune and FaithSolo Stove - Spencer JanWith the 2008 recession personally impacting his sense of stability, Spencer Jan's fear morphed into a potent fuel. Driven by the icy fingers of uncertainty, he and his brother Jeff plunge into the entrepreneurial forge. Together the brothers hammer out numerous concepts, discarding each lukewarm creation until one - Solo Stove, born in the humble glow of their garage in 2010 - roared to life. A decade later, it would light up the stock market, blazing into a $2 billion bonfire in their initial valuation when they go public.
2024-02-261h 21
Fortune and FaithTrusted Business Advisors Team - Clint BrownClint Brown, owner and partner of Trusted Business Advisors Team, learns the true meaning of investment after a series of tragedies in 2021. His brother’s and his brother-in-law's sudden passings force him to refocus on life's most precious treasures - family and connection. This episode peels back the curtain on Clint's journey: from a tight-knit military family to navigating loss and prioritizing what truly matters. Prepare for a candid conversation about financial expertise, resilience, and finding value beyond the bottom line.
2024-02-121h 06
BESTWAY2SMOKE PODCASTEP131 Part 2 (DJ Symphony, Mental Health, Social Media & Touring With THE WU TANG CLAN)In this episode of the BESTWAY2SMOKE PODCAST we finish up part 2 with DJ Symphony talking about the good and bad of social media. We talk about depression and the many ways it can affect you and the people around you. Dj Symphony tells us about touring with The Wu Tang Clan. So check it out and like and subscribe.
2024-02-101h 17
Fortune and FaithGluten Free with Coral - Coral Ward BarajasCoral Ward Barajas is a fighter. When life throws unexpected curves, she doesn't just navigate them, she builds bridges for others facing similar obstacles. From divorced parents to dietary hurdles, failed ventures to shattered marital dreams, Coral finds purpose in her trials, transforming them into lifelines for those battling their own storms. She’s an intentional entrepreneur, life coach, author and app developer. Her experience is a testament to faith forged in fire, and her story is a beacon of hope for anyone teetering on the edge, reminding them that even when they feel lost, they're never alone.
2024-01-2253 min
Fortune and FaithZ1 Consultant - Andi AsayFor Andi Asay, owner of Z1 Consultants, the climb to entrepreneurial success is nothing compared to the mountains she scales off the court. A former Division 1 and pro volleyball player, Andi builds a Zoho software consultancy that increases business revenue 20x in three years, all fueled by the same tenacity and grit that once sent her skyward on the volleyball court. But life's most challenging event came not on the court, but in the delivery room, where a devastating diagnosis ripped away her dream of motherhood and forced her to dig deep into her faith for strength. This is the...
2024-01-081h 05Fortune and FaithSuccess: A Journey or A Destination - Elder Hartman Rector Jr“How do you measure success in your life?” This is the question I ask every one of my guests as we close out our conversation. In today’s bonus content, we hear from Elder Hartman Rector Junior and his 1973 General Conference talk entitled Success: A Journey or A Destination. I hope you enjoy. Merry Christmas!
2023-12-2516 min
Fortune and FaithCumorah Academy - Patrick SedivyWith a goal of opening up a school in the Czech Republic, keeping an eye on the prize is paramount for Patrick Sedivy, founder of Cumorah Academy. After Patrick and his wife Allyse both feel the need to start a school in the country where they serve full time missions, the journey to get there is one full of failure and heartache, but also of grit and determination. But never letting an obstacle get in the way of accomplishing their goal, Cumorah Academy celebrates 5 years of operation where hundreds of young adults are empowered with knowledge, skills and attributes...
2023-12-111h 14
Fortune and FaithBanker, Author, Small Business Owner - Richard DeVriesMaking a name for himself as a banking leader who turns around failing institutions , Richard DeVries, his wife Dyana, and their six children leave the upward trajectory of his career to serve as Mission President of the California Oakland Mission from 2000-2003. Not knowing how this will work financially for his young family, the DeVries press forward with faith, and do hard things. But previous to becoming a Mission President, Richard is a young man growing up Lutheran in Michigan. However, a series of moves and events help Richard learn and feel the influence of the Holy Ghost in his...
2023-11-271h 01
Fortune and FaithJust Ingredients - Karalynne CallWith over a million followers on Instagram, Karalynne Call, Founder and CEO of Just Ingredients, is a growing force in the natural and organic segment of consumer products. From protein powders to deodorants and much more, Just Ingredients continues to grow their line based on gaps in the market place. If Karalynne can’t find something she wants to use, she finds a way to make it. But her company isn’t just about a product line. She also focuses heavily on educating customers about the importance of mental health and wellness. In 2006, as a young mother, Karalynne battles severe depr...
2023-11-1345 min
Fortune and FaithHein Atelier - Jeff HeinIn this open discussion on men’s health, professional artist Jeff Hein shares how a diagnosis of testicular cancer while on his two year mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints almost takes him to the brink of death. But it's not the cancer that almost kills him, it's the erroneous diagnosis of some of Jeff's medical providers. Now mostly recovered, Jeff discovers as long as he focuses his artistic abilities on the Savior Jesus Christ, the majority of his severe medical complications stay away.
2023-10-231h 19
Fortune and FaithWood Shed Axe Throwing - Keri Lister PrattWanting to be a mother of at least four children, Keri Lister Pratt quickly finds out our righteous desires aren't always what we get. Due to an auto immune disorder diagnosed during high school, Keri and her husband are able to have two children, but the risks are too high for any more. Grateful for the blessings she has, Keri begins a path of entrepreneurship despite her continual health challenges as she puts her faith in the Lord, even if that means never being healed.
2023-10-0951 min
Fortune and FaithAltra Running Shoes & P.R. Gear - Golden HarperWhen the big shoe brands won’t create the running shoe Golden Harper knows needs to exist, he blazes his own trail and founds Altra Running Shoes, a shoe brand that now does hundreds of millions in sales each year. And while he is no longer involved with the company he started, he is off to the races on another project in the running world - P.R. Gear which continues his goal of helping humans move in the way God created our bodies to move and function.
2023-09-251h 09
Fortune and FaithAnimal Medical Center - Dusty HeadleyAbandoned and left at the hospital by his biological mother as a newborn, life is no cake walk for Dusty Headley. Statistically, his life has a higher probability for uncertainty and trial. Today Dusty owns and operates the Animal Medical Center in San Jacinto, California . However, it’s a turbulent ride full of twists and turns as he leans heavily into his family and his faith to make something more of himself than statistics might grant him.
2023-09-111h 01
Fortune and FaithUpstate Oral Surgery and Dental Implants - Logan CurtisWith 18 years of military service under his belt, Logan Curtis decides to exit the Army leaving behind his golden parachute in the form of a federal pension. When it comes to service years in the military, the magic number is 20. Members with 20 years of service are eligible for retirement pay, and for the average retiring officer the amount could be valued at well over a million dollars. With these figures in mind, it's no wonder why some may question Logan's decision to leave with only a couple years remaining. Yet feeling this is the right thing for his family...
2023-08-2845 min
Fortune and FaithThe Piano Guys - Steven Sharp NelsonWith a recent diagnosis of a tumor in his throat that not only threatens his ability to speak, but also his life in general, Steven Sharp Nelson isn’t immune to questioning his faith. As a member of the acclaimed musical group The Piano Guys, Steven Sharp Nelson puts his faith in the Lord and continues to use his voice as long as he has it to spread his love of music and the gospel to all who will hear it.
2023-08-141h 00
Your Everyday RichEp 22 ft Gordon Leung & Brittany Tang (Team Grit Properties) - Pivoting fast after buying 4 rental properties in a row, & the TRUTH about passive income gurus don't tell youWelcome to another episode of "Your Everyday Rich" podcast.
In this episode, Jason and Jennifer chat to Gordie and Brit who are the dynamic duo of Team Grit Properties. Together they acquired 4 long term rental properties back to back to back to back and along the way pivoted hard left due to the fast changing real estate market and rising interest rates. But that didn’t stop them from figuring out ways to make their real estate portfolio work for them, even if it meant more work for them upfront so that it could build their future every...
2023-07-261h 04
Fortune and FaithClark Systems - Dan ClarkProjected to be the Number 1 draft pick in the National Football League, Dan Clark suffers a paralyzing injury in practice, dashing any hope of him playing professional sports. Yet when doctors tell him he has a very small chance of recovery, Dan sets out to prove all the doubters wrong. With persistence, fortitude, and a strong mental attitude, Dan makes a miraculous recovery and even though he will never play professional sports, he uses his story to inspire and motivate others becoming one of the most recognized and sought after motivational speakers in the world.
2023-07-241h 14
Fortune and FaithCrispy Cones - Jeremy CarlsonUtah is known for consuming Jello. Idaho is famous for its potatoes. But what you may not know is that these two states also boast quite a diverse food scene due to it being a popular landing spot for many returned missionaries of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. These young men and women, who serve all over the world, bring back with them a love of the people, the culture, and the food. Serving his mission in the Czech Republic, Jeremy Carlson, founder and CEO of Crispy Cones, falls in love with the European dessert Trdelnik and literally...
2023-07-1048 min
Fortune and FaithHeare Brotherhood - John MooreIn 1994, the United States Congress designates June as Men’s Mental Health Awareness month. Now, almost 30 years later progress is made, but there is still a lot of work to do as societal stigmas regarding masculinity remain. Narratives such as men don’t show weakness, don’t talk about their feelings, and don’t ask for help. Unfortunately, this rhetoric is doing more harm than good, and the proof is in the pudding. More than 3 out of 4 deaths by suicide involve males. Knowing more than a few friends who die by suicide, John Moore, co-founder of Heare Brotherhood is out to make a change. ...
2023-06-2657 min
Fortune and FaithMichelle Gifford Creative - Michelle GiffordIn October 2015, then Elder Russell M. Nelson, Acting President of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles gives a talk entitled, "A Plea To My Sisters", in the Sunday morning session of General Conference. And when Michelle Gifford hears his words from her home in Southern California, the spirit of inspiration touches her heart and she knows she must act. Today Michelle is the CEO and Marketing Stategist of her own company – Michelle Gifford Creative. She is an expert in social media and all things marketing, working with companies large and small all across the nation. But none of her success would happ...
2023-06-1250 min
This Week in StartupsDoorDash Co-Founder Stanley Tang on founding story, lessons + First-time fund manager panel | E1759This Week in Startups is presented by:
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2023-06-091h 09
Fortune and FaithAllegis Advisor Group - Ernie HewlettWhen told he owes the IRS $7.5 million in taxes, Ernie Hewlett is terrified. But not for himself, instead his concern is for those around him he’s responsible for. Over the course of his career Ernie co-founds multiple financial agencies, becoming one of the top producers in the industry. Now having lost a lot of his material wealth as he fights through an 11 year tax audit, he knows where his real value lies, and what eternal treasures he’s working on storing up.
2023-05-221h 06
Fortune and FaithChatbooks - Vanessa QuigleyWhen Vanessa Quigley, co-founder of Chatbooks, finds her young son crying in his room she fully expects to find him physically hurt. What she actually finds is him holding a picture book his teacher gave him, and he is sad that he is growing up. And in this moment, Vanessa recognizes the value and importance of printed pictures, even in a digital age, and the idea for Chatbooks is born. But even for how quickly Chatbooks takes off, there are many years of failure, struggles, and doubt that precede its launch. Now nine years later with millions and millions of...
2023-05-0845 min
Fortune and FaithThe Tuttle Twins - Daniel HarmonIt's said that experience is one of the greatest teachers. And for Daniel Harmon, co-founder of the Harmon Brothers and VidAngel, a negative experience helps blaze the path for his current venture - The Tuttle Twins TV Show! In 2016 Disney sues VidAngel for copyright infringement due to its filtering technology, which allows viewers to skip, mute, or remove unwanted content from movies and TV shows. To help fight the federal lawsuit, VidAngel turns to the crowd to help raise money, and the crowd comes through in a serious way, to the tune of more than $10 million! And because of the...
2023-04-241h 03
Fortune and FaithEdmonton Screen Industries Office - Tom ViinikkaHaving to sell their family dream home to get enough capitalization to keep his retail sports store equipment businesses afloat, Tom Viniika feels the hand of the Lord in his life guiding him through all the detours he traverses, and the obstacles he overcomes. Tom is currently the CEO of The Edmonton Screen Industries Office in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. But before landing this role in 2021, Tom started and sold multiple businesses over the course of 20 years. And through all of his experiences, the ups and the downs, he’s anchored by his family and his faith during the times he feels ev...
2023-04-1059 minFortune and FaithLittle Caesars Pizza Franchisee - Mark JenningsLooking for a way to finance dental school without taking out hundreds of thousands of dollars in student loans, Mark Jennings decides to follow the foot steps of a friend and open a Little Caesars franchise to help pay for tuition. However when the store immediately succeeds, Mark embarks on a pizza journey opening up three more stores and seeing the hand of the Lord in his life after losing his father to pancreatic cancer.
2023-03-2738 min
Fortune and FaithAlbee Overhead Door - Jeff AlbeeLike many teenagers, Jeff Albee thinks he knows it all in his youth. Growing up as a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Jeff feels trapped by the rules of his parents. Not wanting to continue education beyond high school, and not wanting to go to church with his family, Jeff chooses to move out and start making choices on his own. But with choices, comes responsibility and accountability. And through good and bad experiences he learns important life lessons. Today, Jeff owns and operates Albee Overhead Doors, a garage door company in Southern California. Yet, the pat...
2023-03-1343 min
Fortune and FaithPerformance Windows - Kyle DeeverSteve Jobs, founder of Apple Inc once said, if you look closely, most overnight successes took a long time. And for Kyle Deever, co-founder and co-owner of Performance Window, his business may seem like an instant hit, growing their sales revenues to almost $50 million in less than three years, but what you don’t see are the years preceding the start of his company. And the lessons Kyle learns along the way through the ups and downs guide him in how he organizes and manages his business today.
2023-02-2749 min
The C.R.E.A.M. PodcastThe C.R.E.A.M. podcast, episode #29: Wu Tang trivia, jobs data, where to safely park your money, & an NBA finals prediction.It's episode #29 of the Cash Rules Everything Around Me podcast with your host, Jason Matthews of Matthews Financial & Insurance Solutions! In this episode, Jason and co-host Norm Schriever cover:•Wu Tang Clan facts and trivia!•Introducing Ephrem Stefanos, Paraplanner, Jason’s new Junior Advisor.•California is now the #4 economy in the world – surpassing Germany!•Looking at the latest (very surprising) jobs data.•Why has the stock market been cooking to start 2023?•A podcast listener question – where can I safely park my money right now?•The (scary) st...
2023-02-1522 min
Fortune and FaithWIT Research - Jill JohnsenJoining the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints during her senior year at Utah State University, Jill Johnsen stays true to her new faith even in the midst of trial and broken trust. As a newlywed she transitions her life from the State of Washington to North Dakota only to find out her husband is not faithful to their marriage. But with the foundations of her faith firmly rooted in the gospel of Jesus Christ, Jill makes the choice to move onward and upward which eventually leads her to a faithful spouse and a business opportunity grown out of ha...
2023-02-131h 00
Fortune and FaithProps AV - Brady WestbrookUsing $1500 he is saving to serve a full-time mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brady Westbrook launches a mobile DJ business at the age of 16. The lessons he learns as a young DJ, along with having to cope with the death of a high school girlfriend, Brady carries on following through in serving an LDS mission in Guatemala where he witnesses the power of audio and video in his lessons. Now married and a father of three, Brady is the owner and CEO of Props AV, a full event production, rentals, equipment, sales, and installation co...
2023-01-2349 min
Fortune and FaithHarber Companies - Brian HarberKnowing formal education in a university setting is not for him, Brian Harber and his younger brother use their work ethic and a lot of patience to build a multi-million dollar construction company aptly named Harber Companies over the course of 20 plus years. Now retired and having exited from the business he founded, Brian recounts the struggles they endured, the ways they had to adapt in a constantly changing industry, and the fight he continues to put up against cancer.
2023-01-0933 min
Fortune and FaithBonner Family Singers - Yahosh BonnerWith musical talent running through their veins, the Bonner Family makes a name for themselves singing songs centered on Jesus Christ. Their path to praise isn’t easy as Yahosh, the fifth child of eight describes. But staying together and supporting one another as an African American family in a gospel culture different than their previous faiths, the family presses forward. By keeping their lives centered on the restored Gospel of Jesus Christ, and remaining true to their covenants, Yahosh recognizes the blessings of following the Savior provides in his life. And as Yahosh works to grow his own brand as a s...
2022-12-1245 min
Fortune and FaithMingle Juice Bar - Leslie TempleWith two doctor incomes coming into the home, things feel financially secure for Leslie Temple and her husband Brigham. Yet the opportunity to open up their own juice bar is something Leslie dreams of tackling. However, their entrepreneurial adventure takes the family on a financial roller coaster and a constant second guessing of why, only to have everything come into perspective with a 4th of July mass shooting in their hometown of Highland Park, IL.
2022-11-2844 min
Fortune and FaithGrind Athletics - Tyler HollistLess than 2% of all college athletes in any sport actually go on to play professionally, and even less make it to the major leagues. Yet these odds don’t stop Tyler Hollist from setting his sights on making it to the National Basketball Association from a very early age. But when the opportunity doesn’t pan out as he dreams, Tyler quickly uses his ability to overcome failure and teach this skill to other aspiring athletes by launching Grind Athletics, a company that teaches character and life lessons to younger athletes through sports.
2022-11-1424 min
Fortune and FaithTripio - Sean BinghamAlways one to seek an adventure, Sean Bingham yearns to experience it all. From closing deals on the hit TV show Shark Tank, to visiting over 50 countries while creating a customizable travel itinerary app called Tripio— Sean has no fear of failure. In fact he embraces it as an opportunity to learn, adapt, and adjust. But now In his early 40’s and still unmarried, the pressure mounts to stay faithful in an LDS culture where he’s not sure where he fits in.
2022-10-2445 min
Fortune and FaithBaker Tax Law - Mike BakerDespite being near the top of his accounting class in college, Mike Baker struggles to find a job after graduation due to fallout from the Enron scandal. However, a chance meeting with a door to door salesman starts Mike on a new career path in law. And with many twists and turns along the way which includes opening his own Tax Law firm, Mike is now facing his biggest challenge to date - his own fight against Parkinson’s disease. Connect with us on instagram! @fortuneandfaithpodcastPlease subscribe! Leave a Review!Website coming soon!TH...
2022-10-1034 min
Fortune and FaithLime Ricki - Colette CallisterNot being able to find a swimsuit that both mother and daughter feel comfortable about is a real obstacle for Colette Callister and her daughter Jasmine. But without hesitation, and with only a little experience in business and manufacturing, Colette and her sisters dive head first into solving this problem by launching Lime Ricki, a line of modest swim wear made especially for women and girls. Through their bonds of sisterhood, their willingness to do hard things, and keeping belief in themselves despite guilt and doubt, they continue to grow and thrive with a business that is making a big...
2022-09-2640 min
Fortune and FaithMajor League Comfort Systems - Anthony ShuteGrowing up without a father in the home and a teenage mother that isn't always present, Anthony Shute has a rough upbringing. But living through the consequences of his own actions which include multiple nights in jail, Anthony and his wife Jeannie find the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the most unexpected way. Their new found faith provides an anchor for them to navigate the storms of life as an unforeseen layoff forces them to start what becomes a successful Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning company.
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2022-09-1228 min
Fortune and FaithAnson Calder - Curtis CalderAs a growing star in the financial world in New York City, Curtis Calder feels his future is secure. But a diagnosis of facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy quickly dims his path in finance, changing the trajectory of his career. Unwilling to let this diagnosis stop his ambitions, Curtis continues to step forward with faith. And what starts as a hobby built out of a doctor's order to take medical leave, he launches Anson Calder, a luxury leather goods travel accessories company.
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2022-08-2244 minFortune and FaithSolgen Power - Chris LeeWhen Chris Lee borrows over $1.2 million from his family to finance his first business, he never imagines having to file bankruptcy almost two years later. But living through his worst business nightmare isn't nearly as bad as he always imagines it would be. Armed with his faith and patience, and in using the lessons he learns along the way, he perseveres through his failure and builds a successful solar business that is recently recognized as one of the fastest growing privately held businesses in the nation.
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2022-08-0838 minFortune and FaithPreview - First Episode Coming August 8th!Success is always measured differently, but no matter how it's gauged, there is always something to learn. Come hear how individuals from all over the world got to where they are now, what failures they had to overcome, and how their faith kept them afloat. The first episode of Fortune and Faith is coming on August 8th, 2022!Connect with us on instagram! @fortuneandfaithpodcastPlease subscribe! Leave a Review!Website coming soon!THANK YOU for listening!
2022-07-3101 minFortune and FaithComing Soon! Fortune & FaithComing summer of 2022, Fortune & Faith tells the story of members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints who have failed and struggled on their quest for success. Hear how their trials were supported by their faith, and why they keep pushing forward despite the hard times.Connect with us on instagram! @fortuneandfaithpodcastPlease subscribe! Leave a Review!Website coming soon!THANK YOU for listening!
2022-05-2600 min
Beyond the Fame with Jason FraleyGZA of Wu-Tang ClanWTOP Entertainment Reporter Jason Fraley chats with GZA of the Wu-Tang Clan, who performs live at City Winery in Washington D.C. tonight and tomorrow. We discussed his successful rap career from his solo work on "Liquid Swords" to his iconic rap group The Wu-Tang Clan, as well as his love for kung-fu movies, science and screen appearances from "Coffee & Cigarettes" to "Chappelle's Show."
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2022-05-1030 min
Esoterica CinemaThe 36th Chamber of Shaolin (feat. Cameron Harrison of Green Shirt Podcast) aka Wu Tang Clan Ain't Nuthin' To Fux Wit aka Episode 33Hello peoples and welcome to another episode of Esoterica Cinema, the podcast where the hosts take movies way more seriously than they do themselves!***This week, the random wheel of chance has landed on 1978's Enter the 36th Chamber! And we've brought guest along with us in Cameron from the Green Shirt Podcast!***Come listen to us chat about the film, and enjoy some stimulating, earnest conversation with Jason & Ryan right here on Esoterica Cinema!***Follow us on Twitter @Esoterica CinemaCheck us out on...
2021-12-151h 45
Esoterica CinemaThe 36th Chamber of Shaolin (feat. Cameron Harrison from Green Shirt Podcast) aka Wu-Tang Clan Ain't Nuthin' Ta Fux Wit aka Episode 33Hello peoples and welcome to another episode of Esoterica Cinema, the podcast where the hosts take movies way more seriously than they do themselves!***This week, the random wheel of chance has landed on 1978's The 36th Chamber of Shaolin! If it sounds familiar, it's probably because you've heard Wu Tang Clan make no less than 367 references to it over the course of their illustriously short career. It's also a killer kung-fu movie that created something of a template for the genre while making a metric jack-ton of cash.***Come listen...
2021-12-151h 51
The C.R.E.A.M. PodcastThe C.R.E.A.M. Podcast, episode #4: Best New Podcast award!, Wu Tang Clan quiz, holiday spendingIt's the C.R.E.A.M. podcast with your host, Jason Matthews of Matthews Financial & Insurance Solutions!In this episode #4 Jason Matthews and co-host Norm Schriever discuss: 🎙 CREAM winning a prestigious Best New Podcast award.🎙 Wu Tang Clan quiz – how many original members can Jason name?🎙 Holiday spending is way up this year (are people paying cash or putting it on credit cards?!). 🎙 A fantastic listener question. 🎙 And saving the best for last, Part 1 of 2 of Jason’s interview with Jasper Smith, CRC. Jasper is the founder and pres...
2021-12-1017 min
The C.R.E.A.M. PodcastThe C.R.E.A.M. podcast, episode #1: gas prices, splitting up GE, a key financial mistake people keep makingIntroducing the C.R.E.A.M. podcast with me, Jason Matthews, sponsored by Matthews Financial & Insurance Solutions, and with my co-host, Norm Schriever.Of course, the name refers to an old Wu Tang Clan song using the acronym Cash Rules Everything Around Me.So, we wanted to bring you fun and fast-moving podcast about economic news, market strategies, investing, and personal finance like you've never heard it before.In this episode #1, we talk about gas prices and inflation, splitting up GE and how much their logo is worth, a key financial mistake...
2021-11-1817 min
The Jason Goldberg is Ruining Podcasting PodcastHow to Love the Absolute C.R.A.P. Out of YourselfJoin your host Jason Goldberg in another episode of the Jason Goldberg Is Ruining Podcasting Podcast! Today, Jason talks about feeling self-love, having self-confidence, and how important it is to practice these actions every day. Self-love is about caring and taking responsibility for oneself, so it’s normal to think we should have these feelings for others. But, shouldn’t we have these exact same feelings about us? “It may not seem this way on the surface but self-love can actually be an act of defiance. What if I don’t comply? What if I don’t was...
2021-04-2826 min
How Long Gone168. - Cam TangCam Tang is the director of comedy development at Adult Swim and an old friend of Jason’s. We chat about Chris’ airport meltdown, Cam’s Tik Tok, adjusting to life as a content creator, missing the wheels of steel, being the old man in the club, ordering coffee from an app, buying overpriced underwear, TJ being shamed at Cam’s wedding, advancements in fast food, and the darkness of on-air hosts. instagram.com/itscamtang twitter.com/donetodeath twitter.com/themjeans --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/howlonggone/support Learn more about your ad choices...
2021-04-091h 02The Jason Goldberg is Ruining Podcasting PodcastHow to Stay Chill When Sh*t Hits the FanWelcome back to the Jason Goldberg Is Ruining Podcasting Podcast! In this episode, Jason shares some insights on how to handle anger and how to switch from reacting to anger to creating with anger. Anger shows itself in a lot of ways but curiously there’s also a lot of ways we can deal with it. First and foremost: see the situation from a more calm perspective and then ask yourself: “Am I willing to let go of this feeling?” If the answer is positive, your mind and body will instantly start to slow down. “Anger is...
2021-03-3129 minThe Jason Goldberg is Ruining Podcasting PodcastHow to Make Your Ego Your AmigoWelcome back to the Jason Goldberg Is Ruining Podcasting Podcast! In this episode, Jason talks about Ego, and how we can make it our reasoned guide. Ego can be defined as our self identity, our ideas and opinions about others and the world and our sense of self consciousness – all at the same time. But Ego is also seen as a bad feature in a person and getting rid of it is seen as the right thing to do. What if you switch throwing away your Ego by simply being aware of it? Using it instead of being used by...
2021-03-0321 min