This episode we welcome Syndric Steptoe, former Cleveland Browns WR, into the studio. Step shares his story of overcoming a very difficult childhood, making choices to not repeat the culture he was taught, taking advantages of his opportunities and talent. With the odds stacked against him, Step made positive choices, captilized on his talent and made a change in his life. He currently serves the student athletes at the University of Arizona. We had a so many laughs and good times in this episode...you do not want to miss this.

The crew gets to spend some time with Laura Farber, Past President of the Tournament of Roses. She is an amazing woman, immigrant, lawyer and community leader that has a dynamic story and is full of optimism and positivity. Hear her journey from civil unrest in Argentina to the head of the grandest parade in the world and now sitting as the committee lead to the Rose Bowl. She has a portfolio full of accolades and accomplishments but she really shares stories of justice and opportunity for everyone. You'll also get a heavy dose of trivia and tons of girl power! This is one you don't want to miss.

The crew welcomes Bob Logan to the studio. Bob is a jack of all trades; serving as a football coach Assistant Athletic Director, Motivational Speaker, philanthropist, and everything else you can imagine. Bob tells some funny stories and hits home with some real success stories about never fearing failure.

This is a special episode as we had the opportunity to have my youngest daughter and my brother in the studio. Matt is an "Executive", and I use that term loosely, with Nineline Apparel and brings a tons of laughs with him wherever he goes. Erin is a cancer survivor with an amazing story of positivity, optimism, and a LOT of grit. They joined us on the eve of my military retirement and we had so much fun. Scotty was on assignment and missed out on this session but Ced and Matt established a man crush on each other. You're gonna wanna listen to this one more than once! Intro Music Melo Rock 8 by Sascha EndeLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/366-melo-rock-8License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

US Air Force Academy graduate and NFL standout Ben Garland joins E9N to discuss his journey from undrafted, to practice squad, to the Super Bowl. More importantly he gives a lot of lessons on giving back to others. 2020 Block of the Year Wind Sprints with Time Tebow It Pays to Pay Your Tithes Intro Music Melo Rock 8 by Sascha EndeLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/366-melo-rock-8License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

Food Artist and Competition Carver, Matt Harper, joins the crew for a talk on how he views competition. From the collegiate swimming pool to battling the clock on the Food Network, Matt brings a unique perspective to never give up, never quit! This was a very casual and fun episode that reinforced a known element to success, you just don't quit. Other topics: Eagle rare is good whiskey The best people are Kansas City Chief fans Ced can't really swim All broadcasting degrees are fake Intro Music Melo Rock 8 by Sascha EndeLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/366-melo-rock-8License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license

ENN got an amazing opportunity to spend an hour with Coffey Anderson, internet sensation, country music singer, and star of Netflix original series "Country Ever After". Coffey discusses struggles, successes, never give up, and do with what you have. You'll struggle to find a more inspirational, motivational, and funny episode. Goat Farming

• Hush Puppies
• If Oprah can do it you can too
• Why do you hate John Travolta?
• Playing basketball with real athletes

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The crew welcomes former first-round draft pick for the Chicago White Sox, businessman, and philanthropist Rob Purvis to Echo Nine Nation. Robs' story is one of talent, grit, work ethic, and perseverance that built a great baseball career and more importantly, values that make the community better today. Rob has some great advice for being successful and achieving your goals and dreams. This episode is about pure grit, determination, and a winning attitude. The crew also covers down on:

• Don't Whine, Cry, and Wonder Why!
• Does Pace, MS really exist
• Mom will keep you straight
• Grandmas that play baseball
• Hitting Ced with a fastball
• Baseball trivia

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Wanna meet the crew? Wanna finally hear from Susan? Well this is your episode. listeners asked to know more about the crew, and we delivered. We spend time getting to know Scotty, Ced and JR a little better and then Susan tells us the most ridiculous story ever! Susan has one of the best stories over struggling early, making tough choices and rising to the occasion through true GRIT! Other things you'll learn:

• Where is Pace, MS?
• Will Scotty get his D and graduate?
• How to remove braces with nail clippers!

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We had so much fun in Episode #1 we decided to make Episode #2. ENN took the podcast on the road to Sonoita, AZ to Boulder Crest Retreat to meet with a true American, Joe Wood. Joe is a former solider, turned government contractor, turned entrepreneur that abruptly changed course to pursue his true calling, helping Veterans and First Responders. Joe is now the Executive director of Boulder Crest Retreat Arizona and the owner of Service way of Life Industries and Alpha Co Apparel. He and his team set out every day to help Warriors and Heroes find ways to Struggle Well. This is a story you want to hear. The Crew also discusses:

• Is Brady the GOAT?
• I'm probably going to shoot those ducks...
• Raking leaves the Army way
• Hunting with Duck Commander

You can find/contact Joe Wood through the following: Instagram: @gijoewood https://www.alphacoapparel.us/ https://www.swolindustries.us/ Intro Music Melo Rock 8 by Sascha EndeLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/366-melo-rock-8License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-license