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Opportunity U With Jay & RyanOpportunity U With Jay & Ryan Episode: Reverend Sara Smith / nOURish Bridgeport (Episode 10)In Episode 10 of Opportunity U, Jay and Ryan sit down with Reverend Sara Smith, a leader and advocate behind nOURish Bridgeport, an organization dedicated to addressing food insecurity and building stronger, healthier communities.Reverend Smith shares her journey into service, the mission and impact of nOURish Bridgeport, and how community partnerships can create real, lasting change.
2026-01-1637 min
Opportunity U With Jay & RyanOpportunity U With Jay & Ryan Episode: Todd Stumbo / Thoroughbred Wellness & Recovery Part 2 (Episode 9)In this episode, Jay and Ryan sit down with Todd Stumbo, founder and CEO of Thoroughbred Wellness & Recovery, for a second episode to explore the journey of building a purpose-driven organization that is changing lives. Todd shares his powerful story of transformation, from overcoming personal challenges to creating a holistic recovery center focused on wellness, accountability, and long-term healing.
2025-12-1033 min
Opportunity U With Jay & Ryan Opportunity U With Jay & Ryan Episode: Todd Stumbo / Thoroughbred Wellness & Recovery (Episode 8)In this episode, Jay and Ryan sit down with Todd Stumbo, founder and CEO of Thoroughbred Wellness & Recovery, to explore the journey of building a purpose-driven organization that is changing lives. Todd shares his powerful story of transformation, from overcoming personal challenges to creating a holistic recovery center focused on wellness, accountability, and long-term healing.
2025-11-0333 min
Opportunity U With Jay & RyanOpportunity U With Jay & Ryan Episode: LIV IT UP (Episode 7)In this episode of Opportunity U With Jay & Ryan, we sit down with the passionate team behind LIV IT UP, an organization dedicated to empowering neurodiverse adults. LIV IT UP offers transformative support services and enriching programs that promote independence, community, and meaningful connection.
2025-10-0832 min
Opportunity U With Jay & RyanOpportunity U With Jay & Ryan Episode: Ryan McLaughlin / Recovery Network of Programs (Episode 6)In this episode, Jay sits down with Ryan McLaughlin, a passionate advocate and key leader at the Recovery Network of Programs, to explore the transformative work being done to support individuals on the path to recovery.
2025-09-1531 min
Opportunity U With Jay & RyanOpportunity U With Jay & Ryan Episode: Danielle Levesque / Recovery Network of Programs (Episode 5)For episode 5, Jay and Ryan sit down with Danielle Levesque, Director of Recovery Coaching at Recovery Network of Programs. Danielle shares her personal journey through addiction and recovery, and how it led her to a life of purpose, service, and leadership in the recovery community.Danielle opens up about the challenges she faced, the turning points that changed her life, and how her lived experience now helps her guide others on their own paths to healing.
2025-08-0645 min
Opportunity U With Jay & RyanOpportunity U With Jay & Ryan Episode: Mike Papale / A Big Heart (Episode 4)In this powerful and inspiring episode, Jay and Ryan sit down with Mike Papale, heart health advocate, speaker, and author of A Big Heart. At just 17 years old, Mike survived sudden cardiac arrest—a life-altering event that reshaped his purpose and passion. He shares his incredible story of survival, resilience, and how he turned tragedy into a mission to save lives.From his basketball dreams to founding the nonprofit In A Heartbeat, Mike opens up about the journey of building awareness around cardiac arrest and the importance of accessible AEDs (automated external defibrillators). This episode is a mu...
2025-07-1047 min
Opportunity U With Jay & RyanOpportunity U With Jay & Ryan Episode: Bob Smith / Town of Fairfield (Episode 3)In this inspiring episode of Opportunity U, Jay and Ryan sit down with Bob Smith, a seasoned firefighter and respected leader from the Town of Fairfield Fire Department. Bob shares his journey offering listeners an inside look at the challenges, triumphs, and life-changing moments that have shaped his career.
2025-06-2326 min
Opportunity U With Jay & RyanOpportunity U With Jay & Ryan Episode: Mark Varacchi / The Federal Prison Consultancy (Episode 2)In this eye-opening episode of Opportunity U, Jay and Ryan sit down with Mark Varacchi, founder of The Federal Prison Consultancy, to explore life before, during, and after federal incarceration. Mark shares his personal journey—from navigating the justice system to transforming his experience into a mission-driven business that helps others prepare for the challenges of federal prison.
2025-05-1828 min
Opportunity U With Jay & RyanOpportunity U With Jay & Ryan Episode: "You Have An Opportunity" (Pilot)Welcome to the pilot episode of Opportunity U, the podcast where Jay and Ryan dive deep into the real-world lessons they’ve learned from turning everyday moments into life-changing opportunities. In "You Have An Opportunity", Jay and Ryan introduce their vision for the show—how each challenge, failure, or unexpected twist in life might be the exact moment that opens a new door. Expect honest conversations, personal stories, and the first of many insights into how you can start recognizing and acting on the opportunities all around you.
2025-04-2927 min
Credit Over CoffeeJay Tolisano talks Mortgage Planning on Credit Over CoffeeJoin Jeanne Kelly Credit Coach and Jay Tolisano of Cross Country Mortgage on Credit Over Coffee as they discuss the right time to start the Mortgage process. (Hint: It's never too early~!)Jeanne Kelly Credit Coach Find More Credit Tips and Programs at: https://www.jeannekelly.net Find Me On Twitter: JeanneKelly (@creditscoop) / Twitter https://twitter.com/creditscoop And Instagram! Credit Jeanne Kelly 💳 (@creditjeanne) • Tune in for More Free Tips! https://www.creditlifestyle.com/podcast-player Or watch my video series on Youtube! https://www.youtube.com/@CreditJeanneFind out more about Jay Tolisano of Cross Count...
2023-05-1625 minCredit Over CoffeeJay Tolisano of Cross Country Mortgage talks the Math of Buying a Home and finding your Dream Team.Join Jeanne Kelly Credit Coach and Jay Tolisano of Cross Country Mortgage on Credit Over Coffee as they discuss the Math of Buying a Home, what's New with FICO, and finding your Dream Team.
Find out more about Jay Tolisano of Cross Country Mortgage at:
https://crosscountrymortgage.com/CT-Branch/Jay-Tolisano/
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https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaytolisano/
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https://www.zillow.com/lender-profile/jtolisano/
2022-11-2234 min