Mission of Spe Podcast

By Mark Spewak

The Mission of Spe Podcast dives into the stories and people living out their best lives in business, sport, and much more! Host Mark Spewak is a passionate small business owner and non-profit leader ... more

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The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.

Mission of Spe Podcast episodes:

November 27, 2023Finding a passion in the media & sports world with Danny Spewak #038
Welcome to Episode #038 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing his brother Reporter/Multimedia Journalist Danny Spewak.
Danny Spewak has more than a decade of experience as a news reporter at local television affiliates in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Buffalo, and mid-Missouri. A native of the St. Louis area, he graduated from the University of Missouri with dual degrees in journalism and political science. Spewak has also covered college sports extensively as a freelance writer, producing work that has appeared in the USA Today Network, The Huffington Post, and other online media outlets. He is the author of From the Gridiron to the Battlefield: Minnesota's March to a College Football Title and into World War II, which was a finalist for the Emilie Buchwald Award for Minnesota Nonfiction in the 2022 Minnesota Book Awards.

In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
Growing up with a huge interest in sports journalism

Working as a reporter, anchor, and producer at KOMU-TV at Mizzou

Writing his first book, "From the Gridiron to the Battlefield: Minnesota's March to a College Football Title and into World War II"

His new book "Cardinal Dreams: The Legacy of Charlie Peete and a Life Cut Short"

Pre order link: https://www.amazon.com/Cardinal-Dreams-Legacy-Charlie-Peete/dp/153817992X/?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_w=pCnfj&content-id=amzn1.sym.cf86ec3a-68a6-43e9-8115-04171136930a&pf_rd_p=cf86ec3a-68a6-43e9-8115-04171136930a&pf_rd_r=131-3829052-0321425&pd_rd_wg=5jfg9&pd_rd_r=64283bff-4410-4bab-86bd-2fcdd384b14a&ref_=aufs_ap_sc_dsk

Reach out to Danny Spewak:

X:https://twitter.com/dannyspewak

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

Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/Danny.Spewak91/
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1h
October 17, 2023An introduction to the newest Spewak Training Coach, Julia Griffey #037
Welcome to Episode 037 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Julia Griffey.
Julia is a Senior Manager of Franchise Program Management and Deployment at Panera Bread. She also is currently an elite marathon runner, previously running for HOKA, living and training in Flagstaff, Arizona. She has a lifetime best of 2:29.58, and even secured a top 10 finish at the Olympic Marathon Trials in 2020.

In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
Growing up a soccer player, had no interest in running until last year in college

Finding your own success at anytime in life

How "Being naive can be a blessing" when it comes to running

Being a running coach and helping other find their way in the sport

Reach out to Julia Griffey:

[email protected]

Instagram:
www.instagram.com/julia_k_griffey/
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47min
October 03, 2023Following your heart every step of the way with Krista Staley #036
Welcome to Episode 036 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Krista Staley.
Krista talks about how she got into running and healthy living, Plus she shares the story of being the only person to win there medals in a single day plus advice for staying active after motherhood. In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
Her journey in how her all state volleyball and running career got started

Earning 3 state medals in one day in Missouri

Still running competitively and inspiring many after being a mom after 3 kids

Reach out to Krista Staley:
Instagram:
www.instagram.com/kmarie_staley11
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58min
September 18, 2023Making an impact beyond the race course with Mike Aitken #035
Welcome to Episode #035 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Michael Aitken.
Mike is an ambitious, disciplined, creative thinker with over 12 years of experience in fundraising, sales, marketing and a Masters in Non-Profit Administration. He founded the Team Runner Racing Team and Foundation to carry on the legacy of my son Runner, who passed away in January of 2015 after a short but courageous battle with Liver Cancer.
Team Runner hosts numerous fundraising events annually providing support for local organizations while proudly donning the "Super Runner" Logo as they race and train on the streets of St. Louis and the Midwest Region.

In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
Growing up in sports but no interest in running as a child

Competing in race walking in college

Make a Wish for his son Runner and his passing

Birthday Bash Run for Runner's Birthday
Reach out to Mike Aitken:
Race Registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/MO/SaintAnn/RunnersBooBash5kandFunRunWalk
Instagram:
www.instagram.com/teamrunnerracing/
Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/teamrunnerracing
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1h 1min
August 10, 2023The humbling beginnings of growing a coffee business out of your apartment with Firaol Ahmed #034
Welcome to Episode #034 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Founder of Moii Coffee, Firaol Ahmed.
Firaol is currently an undergraduate student pursuing a finance and entrepreneurship degree while competing as a student-athlete at SLU. Alongside his studies and roasting coffee beans in the traditional Ethiopian way, he is a St Louis University cross country and track athleteIn today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
Being a Soccer player turned into cross country runner in high school

Moii Coffee founder and his background of Ethiopian coffee being roaster with his family

The balance between college life and entrepreneurial life and being of service

Getting 400 ongoing coffee customers in 6 months
Reach out to Firaol Ahmed: Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/firaol_ahmed
Website: https://moiicoffee.com
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56min
June 13, 2023Inside the mind of an All American athlete & human with Diane Robison Johnson #033
Welcome to Episode #033 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Registered Dietitian and Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics Diane Robison Johnson. Diane is a SLU grad with a MS in Dietetics and a former XC and Track & Field student athlete at the University of Arkansas. She provides nutrition support and services to athletes looking to enhance their training and performance. She’s worked with professional baseball players and alongside world-class Sport Dietitians in T&F and Swimming at the Olympic Training Center, providing nutrition assessments and consultations with athletes and coaches to aid in training and competition. Additionally, she is a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, helping individuals overcome over-, under-, emotional, and restrictive eating.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
High School Track into college sports at the University of Arkansas

The need for health and wellness and work in Tulsa

Her work with Spewak Running

The importance of nutrition
Reach out to Diane Robison Johnson:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/fuelyourfeet/
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57min
April 19, 2023Keeping your eye out on the journey, not the outcome with Jennifer McDaniel #032
Welcome to Episode #032 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing founder and owner of McDaniel Nutrition Therapy, Jennifer McDaniel, RDN.
Jennifer is a nutrition expert, registered dietitian, national media spokesperson and speaker. Other things Jennifer offers is being a corporate wellness dietitian. She is co-author of the Mediterranean Table Cookbook. She was awarded the Missouri Dietitian of the year in 2015, A-List Dietitian by St. Louis Magazine in 2014 and the St. Louis University Alumni Merit Award in 2020.
Jennifer is the mom of 3 young boys and feels most in sync when she is cooking or running. She has run several full marathons and both qualified and completed the Boston Marathon. Jennifer will never lose her passion to see people enjoy healthy, delicious food which simultaneously creates a healthier person.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
Being a gymnast

Life event with father and need for health and wellness

Her book "Mediterranean Table Cookbook"

Her thoughts on the importance of nutrition

Reach out to Jennifer McDaniel:

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/McDanielNutrition/
https://www.instagram.com/jenmcdanielrdn/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/mcdanielnutrition/
Website:https://www.mcdanielnutrition.com/
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54min
March 02, 2023 An inside look at how to build a running community with Jaci Wilson #031
Welcome to Episode #031 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing the Founder & President of Dogtown Running Club, Jaci Wilson.
Jaci seeks to inspire & engage the St. Louis running community through creating a safe & fun environment for runners of all levels and abilities. Dogtown Running Club regularly competes in races, volunteers for local organizations, plans events, and hosts twice weekly group runs, all intended to promote an active, social lifestyle and aid athletes in their running pursuits.

Jaci has been a resident of Dogtown since 2019, and always dreamed of finding opportunities to immerse herself in the historic neighborhood.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
How the Running Club got started and how it keep it going
Passion to do the "Behind the scenes" stuff
Cross-pollination of other running clubs with friendship & community
Life lessons from her Football Cardinal Grandpa Larry Wilson
Reach out to Jaci Wilson:
Instagram:
www.instagram.com/dogtownrunningclub/
Website:
https://www.strava.com/clubs/929914
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1h 10min
February 03, 2023 Innovation from frustration with Josh Sprague #030
Welcome to Episode #030 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Chief Executive Officer and Design Dude at Orange Mud and Seven Clay Josh Sprague.
Josh is a tech and gear guy that has spent years racing in Ultras, Gravel Races, Ironman, mountain bike races, adventure races and traveling all over the globe in search of adventure with a company motto of "Innovation from frustration"!
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
-Product design with passion
-Always listen and respond to customers
-Love of Biking & running VS. Family
-Passion for exploring and design

Reach out to Josh Sprague:
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/orangemud/
Website:
www.orangemud.com
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1h 6min
January 04, 2023 Exploring the digital marketing world while conquering imposter syndrome with Nicole Krupela #029
Welcome to Episode #029 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Web Content Strategist, Digital Marketer, Word girl on a mission to tell great stories Nicole Krupela.

Nicole is a copywriter and content strategist who captures modern audiences with timeless storytelling!
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
-Helping businesses and nonprofits.

-Marrying the art and science of digital marketing.

-Enjoy collaborating with mission-driven brands.

-The inspiration for her first novel.

Reach out to Nicole Krupela:
Instagram:
www.instagram.com/nicole.krupela
Website:
www.nicolekrupela.com
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1h 12min

FAQs about Mission of Spe Podcast:

How many episodes does Mission of Spe Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.