Insignificant Others

Insignificant Others

By Brett Featherston & Robb FlintSociety & Culture
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Insignificant Others episodes

  • Episode 14: Dr. Lynley McAnalley
    Dr. Lynley McAnalley is a preeminent authority in aesthetic medicine, specializing in facial aesthetic injectables such as BOTOX, Restylane, Perlane and Juvederm. A wife and mother of four children, Dr. McAnalley holds the rare distinction of graduating from from medical school and law school. Dr. McAnalley talks about how she got her start in aesthetic medicine, the benefits of facial aesthetics, how working makes her a better mother, and her involvement in school reform.
    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 13: Jamey Newberg
    Jamey Newberg is a successful attorney and Texas Rangers insider who is the driving force behind the Newberg Report, a leading source for information on the Texas Rangers organization, from every level of minor league baseball to the major league club. Jamey talks about how his passion for Texas Rangers baseball and writing was the genesis behind the Newberg Report, mothers of minor league players and Mike Rhyner of 1310 AM The Ticket fueled the growth of his legions of followers, and this year's Texas Rangers baseball team may have what it takes to win the World Series. Jamey also talks about several of the key decision-makers and players in the Texas Rangers organization, including Jon Daniels, Jeff Banister, Ian Desmond, Nomar Mazara, Rougned Odor, Adrian Beltre, Yu Darvish, Matt Bush, and more.
    1 hr 17 min
  • Episode 12: Randy Smith
    Randy Smith was named one of the Top 50 golf teachers in America by Golf Digest. Based out of Royal Oaks Country Club in Dallas, TX, Randy works with several former and current PGA golfers, including Justin Leonard, Harrison Frazar, Colt Knost, Martin Flores, Ryan Palmer, Scottie Scheffler and Cody Gribble. A member of the World Golf Hall of Fame, Randy's golf prodigies have earned over $75 million on the PGA tour, registered 16 PGA tour wins (including 1 Major), and have made three Ryder Cup appearances. Randy talks about the influence Harvey Penick made on his life, his passion for working with youth golfers, his thoughts on how the PGA handled the Dustin Johnson controversy at the US Open, how Tiger Woods should re-enter the PGA tour, and much more.
    1 hr 13 min
  • Episode 11: Andrew Stevens
    Andrew Stevens has had a long, prolific and successful career in the entertainment industry, as an actor, writer, director and producer. A self-proclaimed "dealmaker," Andrew produced and/or financed over 170 films, was nominated for a Golden Globe for his role in The Boys of Company C, auditioned for the role of Luke Skywalker, had a 2-year stint on the TV show Dallas, and was once married to actress Kate Jackson from Charlie's Angels fame. Andrew talks in-depth about how he was first introduced to acting, the role of a producer in making a movie, the time he worked with Charles Bronson, showing films at the Sundance and Cannes Film Festivals, and his battle with cancer.
    1 hr 14 min
  • Episode 10: Gary Randle
    Gary Randle is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of HOPE Farm, a leadership program that guides at-risk boys (predominantly African-American) to become Christ-centered men of integrity. Gary talks about moving from California to attend college and play basketball at Texas Christian University, the moment he became a Christian, how a church mission trip to an Amarillo prison was a "fork in the road" that forever changed his life, the long and winding path to see his dream of HOPE Farm become reality, and the challenges young African-American men face today. For over 25 years, Gary and his colleagues at HOPE Farm have deeply touched and positively affected the lives of young men, fulfilling their promise to "Help Other People Excel." If after listening to this podcast you want to donate money or volunteer, go to www.hopefarmfw.org.
    55 min
  • Episode 9: Ryan "Birdman" Parrott
    Ryan "Birdman" Parrott served eight years as a US Navy SEAL, completing three combat tours in Iraq, authored the book, "Sons of the Flag," is Founder and CEO of Sons of the Flag, a charity that raises money for severe burn victims, and is the heart and soul behind the Birds Eye View Project, which uses extreme sports to connect people to the extreme needs of veterans and first responders. Ryan talks about how he and members of his team survived an IED blast in Iraq (and how it compared to riding a bull), the genesis of his nickname, "Birdman," BASE jumping, wing suit flying, his preparation leading up to "Operation Miracle Jump," what his wife, family and friends think about his death-defying exploits, and when he plans to permanently retire from extreme sports.
    1 hr 10 min
  • Episode 8: Russ Ramsland
    Russ Ramsland is a Republican who is running for the 32nd congressional district in Texas. Russ grew up in Midland, TX, graduated from Duke and Harvard (MBA), worked on Capital Hill for Congressman George Mahon, and owned and operated the legendary Texas Embassy Cantina restaurant in London, England (where he hosted celebrities such as Sir Paul McCartney, Kenny Rogers and Willie Nelson). Russ talks openly about why he decided to run for Congress, what it's like running a congressional campaign, his position on important issues facing the country (national debt, Obamacare, term limits, immigration and national security), and why he would do a better job in Congress than Pete Sessions, the current incumbent.
    1 hr 2 min
  • Episode 7: Mark Vincent
    Mark Vincent was a sports phenom at Fort Worth Country Day, played college football at SMU and Georgia, is a successful attorney, and devoted husband and father. Mark talks candidly about the peaks and valleys of his life on and off the field, including the day his dream of playing quarterback at SMU came to an abrupt end, how a heartfelt letter from his father helped him overcome adversity at a young age, being caught up in the SMU "death penalty" saga, how he ended up at Georgia, what it was like playing football in the SEC, his first wife Betsy's courageous battle with cancer, and how his new wife, Donya, has been a huge blessing to his life.
    1 hr 3 min
  • Episode 6: Sabrina Schiller
    Sabrina Schiller is a recovering alcoholic who worked at NBC 5 DFW as a news reporter for over 15 years. A married mother of four children (including triplets), Sabrina talks about her career path, journey to sobriety, and work helping the homeless.
    1 hr 9 min
  • Episode 5: Harrison Frazar
    Harrison Frazar talks about life on the PGA Tour, winning the 2011 FedEx St. Jude Classic, battling through injuries, shooting a 59 at Q-School, playing in the Masters, PED's, his favorite golf course, and his involvement with Trinity Forest Golf Club.
    1 hr 17 min

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