Living It Loud

This week on LIVING IT LOUD: Shari Shink, Esq. is the Founder and President Emeritus of the Rocky Mountain Children’s Law Center of Colorado, where she spent nearly 30 years advocating for abused and neglected children. She has represented thousands of kids, built innovative programs, and raised millions to support their futures.
A former Adjunct Professor at the University of Denver Sturm College of Law, Shari also helped shape the next generation of child advocates while pushing for a more child-centered, family-focused welfare system.
Her work has earned national recognition, including induction into the Colorado Women’s Hall of Fame and multiple lifetime achievement awards.
And she’s not done yet—through Cobbled Streets, Shari continues to champion bold change for children in foster care.

Tune in live each week at 8am MST on Wednesdays (re-air at 6pm MST on Fridays) on AM 1220 KLDC for new interviews with amazing guests from across the country as they share their unique stories because…….EVERYONE has a story!

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This week on LIVING IT LOUD: Heather Florence 

From Wheat Ridge High School to nearly 40 years with Kenz & Leslie, our guest has built a life centered on faith, family, and servant leadership.
A Colorado native and graduate of BIOLA University with a degree in Business and a minor in Bible, she returned home after college to begin a career that has spanned four decades. Today, she serves on the BG Products Board of Directors, continuing a legacy of leadership while helping guide the company into the future.
She and her husband, Ron, have been married since 1993 and are proud parents of two children and grandparents to two grandchildren. Beyond her professional life, she has dedicated nearly 40 years to children’s and music ministry, impacting countless families through Vacation Bible School and church service.
These days, her favorite role is being “Grandma,” spending every opportunity she can with her growing family.

Tune in live each week at 8am MST on Wednesdays (re-air at 6pm MST on Fridays) on AM 1220 KLDC for new interviews with amazing guests from across the country as they share their unique stories because…….EVERYONE has a story!

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This week on LIVING IT LOUD:  Meet Courtney Janes, Executive Director of Infinite Hero Foundation.
Since joining Infinite Hero in 2019, Courtney has led the organization’s mission to advance innovative treatments and programs that improve recovery outcomes for our military personnel, veterans, and their families.
Before Infinite Hero, Courtney directed global operations for the Arbonne Charitable Foundation, expanding its reach internationally, and served as Executive Director of the Muscular Dystrophy Association. Her career spans both nonprofit and private sectors, with leadership roles supporting organizations such as Pacific Symphony, Bahia Corinthian Yacht Club, and Hornblower Cruises & Events.
A graduate of the University of San Diego, Courtney has devoted her career to creating meaningful change. Her commitment to the military community is deeply personal—her father and grandfather served our nation, and many family members and close friends have worn the uniform as well.
That lifelong connection fuels her passion for ensuring veterans and military families have access to the innovative care, resources, and support they deserve.

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Tune in live each week at 8am MST on Wednesdays (re-air at 6pm MST on Fridays) on AM 1220 KLDC for new interviews with amazing guests from across the country as they share their unique stories because…….EVERYONE has a story!

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This week on LIVING IT LOUD: Mark Johnson, the longtime “Voice of the Buffs,” is entering his 22nd season as the play-by-play voice for University of Colorado football and basketball. A veteran broadcaster with experience at KOA, Syracuse University, and national sports networks, Mark has called some of college sports’ biggest moments — including Syracuse’s 2003 National Championship run led by Carmelo Anthony.
Beyond sports, Mark is passionate about sharing the Gospel, encouraging men to live lives of integrity, commitment, and responsibility through churches, conferences, and community events across the region.
Mark also serves his community through charity work, auctioneering, and public speaking, while enjoying rodeo, horses, hunting, and flyfishing with his family in Colorado.

Tune in live each week at 8am MST on Wednesdays (re-air at 6pm MST on Fridays) on AM 1220 KLDC for new interviews with amazing guests from across the country as they share their unique stories because…….EVERYONE has a story!

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This week on LIVING IT LOUD: Al Rondon
 Director, Sports Marketing
 Al Rondon is a seasoned sports marketing leader responsible for shaping and advancing the Coca-Cola North America Operating Unit’s sports marketing strategy, with a primary focus on NBA and NCAA partnerships. In this role, he leads the development and execution of the North America basketball vertical, including annual NBA and NCAA marketing plans, integrated retail activation strategies with national and regional customers, and premium fan engagement programs at key NBA events and NCAA championship activations.
 With more than 30 years at The Coca-Cola Company, Al brings deep expertise in marketing asset management, sports partnerships, and brand-driven growth. His experience spans high-profile partnerships with NASCAR, NHRA, U.S. Soccer, Major League Soccer, the New Jersey Nets, and the New Jersey Devils, as well as leadership roles in bottler operations and sales.
 Al also has a strong background in operational, brand, and multicultural marketing, including the development of impactful programs tied to the FIFA World Cup and the Mexican National Team. His career reflects a consistent track record of leveraging sports and cultural passion points to drive brand relevance and business results

Tune in live each week at 8am MST on Wednesdays (re-air at 6pm MST on Fridays) on AM 1220 KLDC for new interviews with amazing guests from across the country as they share their unique stories because…….EVERYONE has a story!

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This week on LIVING IT LOUD: Kristy W. Armstrong is a Denver-based Bible teacher, retreat speaker, and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). She has taught at Bible studies and retreats throughout Colorado, across the United States, and internationally in South Asia. Kristy is the author of Loving God and Yourself, a Bible study exploring the three loves found in the Great Commandment in Matthew 22. Her passion is helping people deepen their love for God while gaining a clearer understanding of what it means to love their neighbors as themselves.
Kristy earned a B.A. in Psychology from Baylor University and an M.A. in Counseling from Denver Seminary. She began her counseling career at Vernon Grounds/Cherry Hills Counseling Center and continues to maintain her LPC designation. While raising her family, she served as an Adjunct Professor at Colorado Christian University, on the Board of Trustees at Valor Christian High School, and on a local charter school board, while also homeschooling her children during various seasons of life.
More recently, Kristy earned a second M.A. in Biblical and Theological Studies from Denver Seminary, studying Greek and Hebrew while balancing family life. She has participated in mission work both domestically and internationally. Following a trip to India, she helped launch a Business-as-Mission (BAM) initiative in Kolkata to support slum ministries and community development. She also serves on the board of AsOne, which focuses on sustainable, community-based solutions to poverty in Uganda.
Kristy and her husband, entrepreneur Wil Armstrong, have been married for 33 years and have three children. In her free time, she enjoys reading, walking with friends, spending time with family, and relaxing with her dog Beau at the family cabin in south-central Colorado. She has also climbed seven Colorado fourteeners.

Tune in live each week at 8am MST on Wednesdays (re-air at 6pm MST on Fridays) on AM 1220 KLDC for new interviews with amazing guests from across the country as they share their unique stories because…….EVERYONE has a story!

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This week on LIVING IT LOUD: Warren and Arlene Johnson 
 Northern Minnesota natives Warren and Arlene Johnson have been together since they were 17. In the decades between way-back-when and today, they've built an extraordinary life together, raising son Kurt – a 42-time national event winner – and earning six NHRA and two IHRA championships. W.J. was a pioneer in the ultra-competitive class of factory hot rods known as Pro Stock, and with 97 national event wins and an abundance of performance milestones, he is well-established as one of the category's best of all-time. The work on track was what the world saw, but what Warren and Arlene built together took place mainly behind the scenes, with W.J. toiling away in their engine shop in Sugar Loaf, Ga., always knee-deep in research and development, and Arlene running the front office and taking care of details that ensured the ship ran smoothly. Their legacy already holds a place in history, but the two can still can be found every day of the week at Warren Johnson Enterprises, W.J content with the sound of the engine dyno roaring and Arlene at the ready as the phones continue to ring.

Tune in live each week at 8am MST on Wednesdays (re-air at 6pm MST on Fridays) on AM 1220 KLDC for new interviews with amazing guests from across the country as they share their unique stories because…….EVERYONE has a story!

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This week on LIVING IT LOUD: Rich Vreeland loves Jesus, his girlfriend/wife Patti, and motorcycles. As a Harley Davidson dealership owner with his brother for 35 years in Pennsylvania, in 2025 they closed the dealership to allow themselves more freedom to share the Gospel wherever God was leading them. Rich and Patti are spending the summer serving with A Christian Ministry in the National Parks, something that Patti has been praying about doing for nearly a decade. 

Tune in live each week at 8am MST on Wednesdays (re-air at 6pm MST on Fridays) on AM 1220 KLDC for new interviews with amazing guests from across the country as they share their unique stories because…….EVERYONE has a story!

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This week on LIVING IT LOUD: Annemarie Smith is a visionary leader with 25+ years of experience strategizing with multimillion dollar companies to further their success. As a business owner and longtime mentor, Annemarie brings business acumen and a deep heart for service into her role as Love INC’s Executive Director.
 
Annemarie is looking forward to this new role with Love INC because of the chance to increase community impact and strengthen partnerships. Thanks to her previous volunteer work and time on the Board of Directors, Annemarie is wholeheartedly behind Love INC’s mission. And she is passionate about using her strengths of strategic vision, leadership, and guiding organizations into further financial stability to help Love INC  and its legacy thrive.

Jeff:
Jeff and Annemarie Smith have been happily married for 10 years and have been blessed with three children.  When they met, Jeff was self-employed as a real estate professional for nearly 25 years. They both decided to build a property management company, complementing Jeff’s real estate growth in the Denver metro area. This company grew exponentially in a short time and was acquired by a competitor. Jeff’s dream has always been to own a franchise such as Christian Brothers Automotive Ken Caryl and this became a reality in 2022 for two reasons: God’s perfect plan as we prayed and fasted for this opportunity and Annemarie’s strategic vision and talents. The Christian Brothers Automotive opportunity was extra special as it incorporated their strengths as a couple who love serving the community and also the core message of God’s salvation for each one of us. Four years into ownership and the business thrives in the Ken Caryl Community while coming along side the local churches and nonprofits to support with automotive care.

Tune in live each week at 8am MST on Wednesdays (re-air at 6pm MST on Fridays) on AM 1220 KLDC for new interviews with amazing guests from across the country as they share their unique stories because…….EVERYONE has a story!

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This week on LIVING IT LOUD: Joe and Marla Truitt are the founders of Best Day Ministries, a faith-driven ministry dedicated to
creating belonging, purpose, and opportunity for people of all abilities.
Inspired by their son Seth, who has Down syndrome, Joe and Marla began building spaces where
individuals with diverse abilities are celebrated for their gifts. Their work includes Joy House, a nonprofit
marketplace for artisans with special needs, Best Day Ever Coffee and Crepes, a community café that
provides meaningful employment for adults with disabilities, and Best Church Ever, a welcoming space
where people of all abilities can experience faith, community, and belonging.
Through Best Day Ministries, Joe and Marla are expanding their vision to create inclusive communities,
launch national artisan marketplaces, and develop spaces where faith, creativity, and opportunity come
together.
Joe’s gift of hospitality and Marla’s visionary leadership continue to inspire a growing movement
centered on one simple belief: everyone deserves the chance to experience their best day ever.

Tune in live each week at 8am MST on Wednesdays (re-air at 6pm MST on Fridays) on AM 1220 KLDC for new interviews with amazing guests from across the country as they share their unique stories because…….EVERYONE has a story!

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