How I Got Here

Madison Mahar — What an AMAZING Story!

Want to know how to shave TWO years off college and earn both your Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in just FOUR years? Madison Maher shares how she made it happen!

Want to become a social worker, own your own business, and make a real difference in people’s lives—all through one business? This is the podcast for YOU!

Are you an introvert who wants to learn how to turn your natural strengths into your greatest assets? Madison has an inspiring message about embracing who you are, recognizing your strengths, and running with them!

Madison is a hard worker with an incredible story, and she’s sharing exactly how she did it.

🎧 Take a listen! You’ll be inspired by her journey, her determination, and the way she turned her strengths into a path to success.

You don’t want to miss this episode!

Kirby Reitzer: Did you ever dream of being part of a World Series Championship? Ever wonder if you could make that dream a reality without being a Major League player?

If so, this is the podcast for you!

Come along as Kirby Reitzer , MS, CMSS,RSCC, shares his incredible journey—from playing baseball at the Don, to a player at FGCU, to working with athletes, to ultimately becoming part of the Boston Red Sox World Series championship.

Kirby discovered that there’s more than one way to win a championship. For him, helping players recover from injuries and get back on the field became just as meaningful as being on the field for the victory.

Listen as Kirby takes us through his amazing story—from player, to the sidelines, to exercise science, and finally to a World Series championship.

If you love a dream-come-true story, or you’re inspired by seeing an idea turn into a lifelong passion, you won’t want to miss Kirby’s story.

🎙️ Take a listen, subscribe, and give us 5 stars! And if you’ve already been a guest, thank you for being part of the journey.

As always, thank you for listening, subscribing, leaving those 5 stars, and supporting the podcast.

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Have you ever chased your dream job… only to realize it wasn’t the dream you imagined? In this episode, Elana shares her incredible journey—one filled with hard work, ambition, and ultimately, a surprising turn. After reaching the goal she worked so tirelessly for, she found herself facing an unexpected truth: it wasn’t right for her. What comes next is where the real story begins. This is a powerful conversation about reinvention, resilience, and having the courage to pivot when everything you thought you wanted no longer fits. Elana’s story is a reminder that success isn’t always about reaching the destination—it’s about what you do when you get there. If you’ve ever questioned your path or wondered what comes after “making it,” this episode is for you. And as always—thank you for listening, supporting the show, rating us 5 stars, and following along. This podcast exists because of you. Want to share your story? Reach out on social: @howigotheremrp

🎸🔥 Ever wondered what it REALLY takes to become a Rock & Roll star? Get ready for an incredible ride as Zoe shares her journey from Club 128 all the way to New York City! From stepping onto the stage at The Don, to diving into jazz, to finally finding her true passion as the lead singer of a rock band—this story has it all: determination, music, setbacks, and big dreams. And here’s the twist… not getting into Fine Arts High School might have been the best thing that ever happened to her. Sometimes the unexpected path leads exactly where you’re meant to go. If you love stories about chasing dreams, finding your voice, and the power of hard work both in and out of the classroom, you won’t want to miss this one!🎧 Hit play, turn it up, and come along for the journey.👍 Don’t forget to smash that like button, follow the show, and drop a comment—we truly appreciate the support!

Have you ever wondered how to combine your two favorite passions into one career?

This episode, tune in to hear how Jacob blended his love of music and engineering—like the perfect mix of peanut butter and chocolate—into one incredible job. Today, he creates music for his favorite video games and other creative projects.

If you’ve ever felt torn between two passions and weren’t sure how to bring them together, Jacob’s story will inspire you. He shares his highs and lows, the challenges he faced, and how he found a way to pursue both passions without giving up either one.

As always, thank you for listening, subscribing, leaving a 5-star review, and spreading the word. If you enjoy what you hear and want to share your own story, reach out—we’ll make it happen.

Sara Rudeseal: Ever wondered what it really takes to become an actor? What’s involved in seeing yourself on TV or on the big screen? If so, come take a ride with me as Sara shares her journey—from watching her dad light up the stage and make people laugh, to carving out a path of her own on both the small and big screen.

Sara opens up about navigating a difficult time in middle school, the twists and turns along her journey, and how perseverance ultimately led to a speaking role on Law & Order. No two paths are the same—and none are easy. It takes hard work, tenacity, and a little bit of luck.

As always, thank you for listening. Hit that 5-star rating, smash that like, and don’t forget to follow!

Come take a listen to Surya tell his story from Club 128 at the Don (08-11) to High School(11-15), to California Berkley School of Engineering(15-19) all the way to the mean streets of The Big Apple, NYC. Surya is the opitomy of don't let failure stop you. We all fall down, how many times do we get up? Don't let failure define you, let it guide you, and hopefully learn from it. Always have a passion and even if it doesn't become a career, it can still be in your life. If you are not sure how to find you happy place and pot of gold, take a listen t this podcast. As always, thank you for listen, please like, subscribe, and hit those 5 stars.

What happens when a kid obsessed with technology discovers the world of filmmaking? Meet Armaan—a creator who turned curiosity into a calling.

In this episode, Armaan shares how getting into his town’s arts high school set everything in motion, how a Florida Bright Futures scholarship opened the next door, and how determination carried him from Georgia all the way to Los Angeles.

If you’re trying to find your passion—or figure out how to turn it into a real career—you won’t want to miss Armaan’s story.

🎙️ Come take a listen to Tiffany’s story — from being the quiet, shy (but quietly confident) kid in my History class, all the way to one of the top engineering schools in the country… and eventually, to Cupertino AKA Apple Mothership.

Her journey takes some unexpected turns — from art, to NorCal, then SoCal. Tiffany shares, in her own words, how she prepared herself for the path ahead. From the IB program, followed by navigating college and choosing engineering as a career to eventually landing the job of a lifetime (Mechanical Engineer for Apple), hers is a story of growth, courage, and self-discovery.

If you’ve ever felt like the shy kid no one notices… or if you have no idea what your future holds — this one’s for you.

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Wanna be a guest? Hit me up on Insta: @HowIGotHereJeremyProper — I’d love to hear your story.

Ian Mellul, former White House Director of Presidential Production and former student of mine, joins the podcast to share his remarkable journey from Club 128 to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Ian’s interest in government began in my 7th grade civics class, where he first discovered his passion for public service. That spark eventually took him to George Washington University, national politics, the Obama White House, and the Joe Biden White House.

In this episode, Ian Mellul shares what it really takes to make it to the White House, what it’s like working behind the scenes for presidents, and how a career in politics is built through persistence, relationships, pressure, and purpose.

From presidential advance to presidential production, campaign life, and the realities of public service, Ian tells his story his way.

If you’re interested in the White House, presidential politics, political careers, or what happens behind the scenes in Washington, this episode is for you.

As always, thank you for the likes, subscribes, follows, and 5-star reviews.