I met Sam in the rooms of a 12 Step Program for substance abuse. Sam has a very unique view of the world and his recovery, including “drinking having a spiritual component” (listen close for that one). He referred to himself as a ‘lovable tragedy’…the dude is just damned lovable. As I’ve come to know [...]

I sat with Todd Cover to talk about 2 important upcoming events being presented by the Courage Tribe , Communitas & Man Camp. You are going to discover why these events are "Change you want to see/be in the world" events. Click on the links to register. Finally become part of the Courage Tribe Facebook [...]

You will be inspired by this courageous woman and incredibly generous human being. You will also love her just released book “All Bets Are Off” Betsy took on her life right where she found herself. Diabetic, dramatically overweight. She hired a coach, Spencer Newell; yes the same Spencer Newel of Episode 24 and the life [...]

My introduction to Tracey Hulick came as I sat with Spencer Newell, LIAS guest on Episode 24. We were comparing notes regarding early inspiration for endurance running. I recounted my inspiration leading up to running my first marathon in October of 2006. I had donated a kidney to my younger sister Amy in Chicago, October [...]

Cylvia had been an environmental consultant and founder of 3 E Consulting. She then became “First Lady” of the State of Oregon and long time partner of former Gov John Kitzhaber. Of course, she had reached a level in public life where anything and everything becomes open season for journalists and the media. In October [...]

I got a call one day last summer from Craig Foster, a fellow ultra running buddy and brother in recovery saying “I just heard a guy by the name of Spencer Newell #spencernewell #appetiteforaddiction on the David Clarke Podcast and I think he lives pretty damned close to you.” I tracked down Spencer, who indeed [...]

Journey to The Heart... For several weeks, I will be providing a reminder of our new “Spoonful Of Light Superfoods”. It is a proprietary blend of 36 certified organic fruits, vegetables and superfoods that support immune function, increase endurance and energy. It also provides protection against inflammation as it is highly alkalizing. This formula is [...]

Having spent the better part of the last 7 years on my own ‘Quest’ or spiritual odyssey, I love meeting people who are very consciously embarking upon or have traveled a bit on their own. I met Jason at the very genesis of his. I was a campground host at Black Rock Canyon, in Joshua [...]

This weeks guest is a film maker Sanjay Rawal. Sanjay lives life in service to love and as a monk, ascribing to the teachings of Sri Chinmoy. Sri Chinmoy was an Indian spiritual leader who taught meditation in the West after moving to New York City in 1964. Chinmoy established his first meditation center in [...]

This week’s guest is also a deeply loved and respected friend of 34 years. I met Steve In January of 1985 and we connected without even trying. We raised our families together as though we were family. My youngest son Chris works for Steve’s company, Bellmont Industries, and still refers to him as “uncle” Steve. [...]