This week, the one and only Sam Rust joins us on Ignyte Your Why.

Sam was born and raised in Ormond Beach, Florida. Growing up Sam’s life was filled will many obstacles, but she dug deep and continued to push forward. Upon graduating High School, Sam went on to attend Florida State University where she obtained both her bachelors and masters degree in social work.

Currently, Sam lives in Cincinnati, Ohio where she works at Cincinnati Childrens Hospital - one of the best in the country. On top of that, she has her very one private therapy practice as well.

During our conversation, we really take a deep dive into Sam’s story. We learn about all her trails and tribulations, but most importantly we learn about what ignites her why.

Want to feel inspired? Listen to Sam’s story today!

How can I support this podcast moving forward?

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Sam Rust’s Information:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/all/?keywords=samantha%20rust%2C%20msw&origin=RICH_QUERY_SUGGESTION&position=5&searchId=63086932-4fb8-4ad5-b6dc-f47c0b1cc8f9&sid=884

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/eastsidetherapyservices_/

On this weeks episode, we have the honor to sit down and talk with Mr. Ryan Cabral.

Ryan was born and raised in Smithfield, Rhode Island. Upon graduating from Smithfield High School, Ryan decided to move 12 hours away and attend The Ohio State University where he obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in atmospheric sciences.

During his time at Ohio State, Ryan truly discovered who he was but also realized he wanted to further his education by earning his Maters Degree in Climate Change and Environmental Policy from the University of Leeds which is located in England. Ryan lived in England for a year before moving back to the states.

Currently, Ryan is a freshman science teacher and also serves as the Head JV Boys Soccer Coach at Holmes High School.

During this conversation, we take a deeper dive into Ryan’s story and truly figure out what ignites his why.

Make sure you tune in now. Episode is available on ALL STREAMING PLATFORMS!

How can I support this podcast moving forward?

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Ryan Cabral’s Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rcabral24/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/cabral_ryan

On this weeks episode, we have the honor to learn more about the one and only Madyson Moran!

Maydson was born and raised in Covington, Kentucky. She graduated from Holy Cross High School where she was a dual sport athlete. She played soccer and softball in high school. Maydson currently is Holy Cross High School’s all-time leader in hits, home runs, RBIs, stolen bases and runs scored.

Upon graduating from Holy Cross, Maydson attended James Madison University to further her athletic career to play D1 Softball. She was a four-year starter at JMU and graduated with her bachelor’s degree in Sport and Recreation Management.

She recently just got ENGAGED (congrats) and is a private investigator for Greater Cincinnati Investigation. During this conversation, we take a deep dive into Maydson’s phenomenal story and her journey outside of softball. We truly learn about her and what ignytes her why.

Make sure you LISTEN NOW. As is it available to stream on ALL PLATFORMS!

How can I support this podcast moving forward?

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Maydson Moran’s Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imadysonmoran/

Twitter: https://mobile.twitter.com/imadysonmoran

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/madyson.moran

On this weeks episode, we have the privilege to sit down and learn more about Justin Hill.

Justin was born and raised in Covington, Kentucky. He graduated from Holmes High School in 2002. He is an entrepreneur and strives every day to make a difference with the youth in Covington.

Justin is the Director of B.E Academy - which is a youth sports organization that was created to keep Brandent Englemon’s (B.E) legacy, while also helping the youth in the Northern Kentucky area. On top of running B.E Academy, Justin does basketball training at B.E23.

Justin’s story is truly inspiring and will touch your heart. So make sure you listen now!

How can I support this podcast moving forward?

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ignyte-your-why/support

Justin Hill’s Information:

Instagram

https://www.instagram.com/b.e._academy/

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/BE-Academy-109462461701765

https://www.facebook.com/BE23-105912118618829

Email

[email protected]

Phone

(513) 815-0884

On this episode of Ignyte Your Why, we take a deeper dive into the story of Mr. Ty Hollowell.

Ty was born and raised in Texarkana, Texas - upon graduating high school Ty decided to attend the University of Central Arkansas where he obtained his bachelors degree in Public Relations and Communication. It was there when he found his passion for higher education.

Ty did not stop after his bachelors degree, he went on to earn his Masters of Education in Higher Education from Texas Tech University! He’s spent the last few years finding his way in higher education, currently he resides in Gainesville, Florida and serves as the Assistant Director of Transition Programs and a professor at the University of Florida.

During this conversation, we learn more about Ty’s story of growing up as a Black Queer man, but really understanding how to love yourself! Ty is the perfect example of what it means to love yourself. We also understand what truly ignytes his why and his purpose in life.

Tune in now to hear Ty’s story! Available to stream on ALL platforms.

How can I support this podcast moving forward?

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ignyte-your-why/support

Ty Hollowell’s Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whataboutty/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/whataboutty/

On this weeks episode of Ignyte Your Why, we have the honor and privilege to sit down with one of my best friends, Montez Taylor!

Montez was born and raised in Covington, KY! He’s a proud alum of the oldest high school in Kentucky, Holmes High School. Upon graduating from Holmes in 2015, he attended Thomas More University - where he ran track! Once he decided it was time to take a backseat as an athlete, he transferred to Northern Kentucky University where he is currently studying Psychology!

Although Montez ultimately decided to stop competing collegiately, he did not walk away from sports! Mr. Taylor is the freshman boys soccer coach at Boone County High School. On top of working in Education at Glenn O Swings Elementary! Montez is also co-host a podcast called the Dev & Tez podcast! So make sure you check it out!

During this conversation, we take a deeper dive into Montez’s story & how growing up in Covington has helped shape and teach him valuable life lessons that he uses in his everyday work as an educator and soccer coach!

Make sure you tune in and listen to Montez’s story and figure out what ignytes his why!

Episode is available now on ALL streaming platforms!

How can I support this podcast moving forward?

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ignyte-your-why/support

Montez Taylor’s Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/d_tayloorr/

This week on Ignyte Your Why podcast we have the honor to sit down and have a conversation with Mollie Watson!

If you are from the Greater Cincinnati Area, you may know Mollie Watson by hearing her on the radio as she host middays on Q102. Mollie has spent more than a decade in the radio business, but radio was not always what she wanted to do.

Mollie was born and raised in Northern Kentucky - upon graduating from Conner High School - she decided to attend Northern Kentucky University where she ultimately wanted to study Education - but ended up graduating with her bachelors degree in Communication Studies - where she ultimately found her passion for radio!

During this conversation, we get to hear Mollie’s story unfold and learn about her trails and tribulations, but most importantly we discover Mollie’s passion for radio, how she uses her voice to help inspire others and make a longer lasting impact on people!

Tune in NOW and hear Mollie’s phenomenal story!

Available on ignyteyourwhy.com/podcast, Apple Podcast, Spotify and more!

How can I support this podcast moving forward?

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ignyte-your-why/support

Mollie Watson’s Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/q102_molliewatson/

Email: [email protected]

WE ARE BACK!!!! It’s been a long two months, but we are excited to kick off season four with the one and only Dr. Leighann Rechtin!

Dr. Rechtin grew up in Northern Kentucky - where she attended Holy Cross for high school. Upon graduating she decided to stay a closer to home and attended Northern Kentucky University where she obtained 3 of her 4 degrees - her first Master’s Degree was from Xavier University.

She has spent many years making a difference in education as a professor at various colleges within the Greater Cincinnati Area. Currently, Dr. Rechtin serves as the Assistant Vice President of Talent and Organizational Development at Ivy Tech Community College.

During this conversation, we take a deeper dive into Leighann’s story and how her journey has unfolded in the education world. Leighann is a truly remarkable human and loves people for their differences and who they are as a whoie.

Let’s get inspired by listening to her phenomenal story today!

How can I support this podcast moving forward?

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ignyte-your-why/support

Dr. Leighann Rechtin’s Information:

Email: [email protected]

On the season three finale, we have the honor to meet Jessie Armstead.

Jessie was born into a military family which caused him to move around a little bit when he was a child, but majority of his childhood was in Cincinnati, OH. Currently, Jessie and his wife live in Cincinnati with their daughter.

Life was not always easy for him but it was not until later in life when he finally realized and understood that it was time to put himself first and that is okay. A lot of us struggle with that issue - but Jessie was able to work through his demons and truly grasp putting himself first.

During this conversation, we dive deep into Jessie’s story. We learn about his struggles and how he learned to stop living for others and start living for himself. Jessie is currently a new account installer at Cintas and is the host of his own podcast called Compassionate Fool.

You can catch a new episode of Jessies podcast every Thursday - so make sure you tune in to that as well as this one!!!

Listen to Jessie’s phenomenal story now!

Available on ignyteyourwhy.com/podcast, Apple Podcast, Spotify and more!

How can I support this podcast moving forward?

Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ignyte-your-why/support

Jessie Armstead’s Information:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessie_armstead/

Compassionate Fool Podcast Info:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/compassionatefool/

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/compassionate-fool/id1577795956