Hustle with Donna Choate and Bill Rawlings

Public service is a field that takes true hustle and a dedication to one's community. State Senator Brandon Beach knows both of those things well. On this episode you'll hear about the importance of civic engagement and the importance of "just 10% more." 

From his culinary education in Belgium to his work developing both  sides of world-renowned kitchens, Philippe Haddad is no stranger to the top shelf. Combining that with his great personality and interesting backstory means he is a perfect fit for the show.

Philippe joins Donna Choate and Bill Rawlings to talk about his journey and the lessons he has learned from it. Fear often appears as an introduction to opportunity. Many people turn away from it, but not Philippe. 

You'll hear about the importance of recognizing opportunity and the willingness to pursue it. 

From forming the rock band Creed to building the production company Pitch Hammer, Brian Brasher knows what it means to hustle. It takes more than recognizing opportunity- you have to open up and let it through door. 

Donna Choate and Bill Rawlings talk to Brian about his journey and how, “Sometimes on the way to the dream you find a better one.”

For Aidan Anderson, hustle is all about purpose. Whether it's through his songwriting or Aidan Cares initiative, the intention behind Aidan’s work is unmistakable. 

You’ll learn how purpose strengthens you in the face of hardship and sweetens every but of success.

Just like Dorothy, there are times in life when you must decide whether to run away from the funnel cloud or run towards it. You have to be willing to take risks. It doesn’t always work out but sometimes, like Dorothy, you get spun around and plopped down into a wonderful place. 

Pamela Jackson knows that lesson firsthand. She's a Christian writer, public speaker and owner of The Farm at Pamelot which now includes Painted Horse Winery & Vineyards. 

This podcast is all about ordinary people doing extraordinary things. That's why Ethan Danials is a perfect first guest.

Ethan is a 14-year-old student, actor and cancer survivor. He joins Donna Choate and Bill Rawlings on the show to talk about his own hustle- beating B-cell lymphoblastic lymphoma. 

You'll be moved by Ethan's story and inspired by his courageous, rejuvenated answer to adversity: "Don't stop me now." 

Coming soon to the Appen Podcast Network.