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 15, 2022 Running with a greater purpose with Rick Hughes #028
Welcome to Episode #028 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Digital creator and runner Ricky Rock.

Ricky is a St. Louis resident, A Husband, A Father and he also enjoys running, gardening, hiking, and outside journeys!
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
-Reach out to Ricky Rock:Running to Empower and Build Communities.
-Finishing his first Half Marathon.
-Running in The "STL Unity Run"
-Inspiration from unlikely people and places.
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/rickyrocklive/
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCz0a8OU4sn2u_XmVzqFhOJw
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1h 14min
August 31, 2022 Training the mind and body to never give up with Shea Whelan and Geoff Hill #027
Welcome to Episode #027 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Shea Whelan & Geoffrey Hill.
Shea Whelan is a NASM certified personal trainer who also played for USF, a division 1 team, and for a summer season with the San Jose Earthquakes PDL reserve team.

Geoffrey Hill is a board-certified ophthalmologist and Cornea Specialist and is trained by Shea
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
-How they met and why and the "Coach / Client" relationship

-Training tactics during Covid lock down

-Each of their "Hidden Talents"

-Mental toughness AKA Jedi Mind Trick to training
Reach out to Shea Whelan:
https://fitbyshea.com
Instagram:
www.instagram.com/sheawhelan
Reach out to Geoffrey Hill:
Instagram:
www.instagram.com/geoffreymaurice/
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1h 14min
July 06, 2022 Just move forward with Kimberly Berry #026
Welcome to episode #026 of the Mission of Spe Podcast. For the episode, Mark sits down for the 3rd outside interview in Forest Park with Kimberly Berry.
Kim has been a teacher for several years and a marathoner. She works with "Girls on the Run" and " Black Girls Run" to help and give back to others.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
Reach out to Nate:
Instagram: Kim's love of children and then their education.
Dealing with teaching and Covid-19.
Her story with "Girls on the Run'' & "Black Girls Run" involvement.
The joy of running and health and favorite quote, "Forward is a Pace!".
Building partnerships with the running community.
@kbizzle_75
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/kimberly.berry.969
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1h 3min
June 15, 2022 Everyone has a place at the starting line with Eric Strand #025
Welcome to Episode #025 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Executive Vice President and COO at Drury Hotels Eric Strand.

A St. Louis resident and with 30+ years with Drury Hotels, you can find Eric running the trails and getting ready for the next marathon or ultra in his spare time.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
Reach out to Eric Strand: Running the Katy Trail and raising more than $40,000 in a little over a week for frontline hospitality workers affected by Covid-19.
Being a passionate long-distance runner and 15 starts & 14 finishes in the Boston Marathon.
Running in The Frostbite Series as well as Grandma's Marathon in Duluth, MN and Leadville Trail in CO.
Work Life balance with work and life through running.
Leading by example and helping push through with positive growth.
Twitter:
https://twitter.com/myleadfeet
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/c/ericcollinstrand
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1h 4min
May 04, 2022Celebrate your wins and wake up the next day and hit another goal with Dr. Brennan Donahue Episode #024
Welcome to Episode #024 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing Dr. Brennan Donahue from Active STL.

Born and raised in St. Louis, Dr. Brennan is a chiropractor in Saint Louis who also enjoys spending time with his wife and their 2 beautiful daughters. They spend most of their time outdoors as a family, whether that is going for a run, walking around the zoo, or enjoying a picnic at one of the local parks. Dr. Brennan is an avid runner who is now exploring the world of triathlon as his newest challenge.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
How Dr. Brennan was involved in a pool accident that left him with a spinal injury.

The importance of work and family.

Some perceived myths of Chiropractic care and the benefits of chiropractic care.
Reach out to Dr. Brennan Donahue on his website:
https://activestl.com
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/ActiveSTL
Insta:@ActiveSTL
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1h 20min
April 06, 2022Winning the running lottery with Amy Marxkors & Tony Hilkin Episode #023
Welcome to Episode #023 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing
Amy Marxkors and Tony Hilkin for his first outside podcast in Forest Park.
Amy L. Marxkors co-hosts The Charlie Brennan Show with Amy Marxkors and hosts The Amy Marxkors Show. As a member of the St. Louis Blues radio broadcast team from 2016 - 2019, she became the first woman to host the pre-game and post-game of a professional sports team in St. Louis. She is the author of The Lola Papers: Marathons, Misadventures, and How I Became a Serious Runner (2012) and Powered By Hope: The Teri Griege Story (2014). Her work has appeared in The Washington Post, Competitor, Terrain, Ultrarunning Magazine, St. Louis Magazine, and more. Amy is also an ice hockey player turned marathon runner.
Leading Places for People’s Compliance, Tony currently also leads Quality Improvement, and EMR Teams there. Tony has been with Places for People since 2008 and has worked in the behavioral health field for the past 21 years. When Tony’s not working, it’s likely you will find him running in Forest Park. Tony is one of the top Master’s runners in the area and graduated from Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa, in 1997, and earned his Masters in Public Policy Administration at the University of Missouri St. Louis in 2020.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
The change to nice weather and running in Forest Park in Saint Louis.

Amy's background in running and sports plus her professional broadcast work.

How they partnered up for running coaching and training in the past year.

Tony talks about Amy's confidence building and breakthroughs.

They both talk about adjustments in life as well as in running
Reach out and follow Amy Marxkors and Tony Hilkin:
Amy's Twitter: @AmyMarxkors
Tony's Twitter: @THilkin
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1h 20min
March 16, 2022It's never too late to tap into your fullest potential with Amy Marxkors & Tony Hilkin
Welcome to Episode #0023 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing
Amy Marxkors and Tony Hilkin for his first outside podcast in Forest Park.
Amy L. Marxkors co-hosts The Charlie Brennan Show with Amy Marxkors and hosts The Amy Marxkors Show. As a member of the St. Louis Blues radio broadcast team from 2016 - 2019, she became the first woman to host the pre-game and post-game of a professional sports team in St. Louis. She is the author of The Lola Papers: Marathons, Misadventures, and How I Became a Serious Runner (2012) and Powered By Hope: The Teri Griege Story (2014). Her work has appeared in The Washington Post, Competitor, Terrain, Ultrarunning Magazine, St. Louis Magazine, and more. Amy is also an ice hockey player turned marathon runner.
Leading Places for People’s Compliance, Tony currently also leads Quality Improvement, and EMR Teams there. Tony has been with Places for People since 2008 and has worked in the behavioral health field for the past 21 years. When Tony’s not working, it’s likely you will find him running in Forest Park. Tony is one of the top Master’s runners in the area and graduated from Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa, in 1997, and earned his Masters in Public Policy Administration at the University of Missouri St. Louis in 2020.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
The change to nice weather and running in Forest Park in Saint Louis.

Amy's background in running and sports plus her professional broadcast work.

How they partnered up for running coaching and training in the past year.

Tony talks about Amy's confidence building and breakthroughs.

They both talk about adjustments in life as well as in running
Reach out and follow Amy Marxkors and Tony Hilkin:
Amy's Twitter: @AmyMarxkors
Tony's Twitter: @THilkin
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1h 21min
February 16, 2022 Moms Rule the Business World with Beth Daniels & Kerry Williams Episode #022
Welcome to Episode 00 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Mark will be interviewing
Beth Daniels & Kerry Williams from BK Educational Resources on their first experience of being on a podcast.
Beth’s forte is listening to the needs of her customers and finding the best solution for each unique situation. Beth not only connects educators to great products, but also connects educators with other people who can help elevate teacher expertise or serve as a resource.

With a unique passion and focus, Kerry Williams works hard to craft custom solutions to meet the needs of educators across the midwest. As a former teacher, Kerry understands the relentless work and dedication required of the field and knows that a helpful resource at the right time can make a world of difference.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
How they partnered up and "ripped inside cover folder" LLC business plan

Combining business and teaching backgrounds with years of experience working in the education industry

Connecting and Purpose work in the Pre K to 12th grade market.

Using strong morals and ethics to have positive impacting clients

Working with partners with Heinemann and Booksource to curate the best resources for classrooms or educational institutions.

Reach out to Beth Daniels & Kerry Williams from BK Educational Resources:
Insta: @bkedresources
[email protected]
[email protected]
https://bkedresources.com

If you want to hear more Mission of Spe Podcast, be sure to subscribe and tune in for new episodes.
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1h 2min
December 08, 2021Never stop evolving with Laura Dunlop #021
Welcome to Episode #021 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Our host will be interviewing
Laura Dunlop from Lululemon. A mom of 3 boys and focuses on healthy living with running, boxing and Pilates.

Laura's history of working in the retail industry with Lululemon has helped many, plus skilled in working with clients to retrain muscles, movements, and breath through Classical Pilates.
From University of California, Santa Barbara, to being an Experienced Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the retail industry, Laura has a wealth of care for others.

In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
How running the 2012 Boston Marathon in hot weather was.

How Lululemon connected her to her "WHY"

Purpose work, bringing joy to others, being of service

Positive impacting others to bring out their best as a manager

The fitness art of Pilates
Reach out to Laura Dunlop:
Insta: @laurafunlop
https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-dunlop-91a65b11/
If you want to hear more Mission of Spe Podcast, be sure to subscribe and tune in for new episodes.
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1h
November 12, 2021Turning your passion into your career with Shoe aka Bill Smith #020
Welcome to Episode #020 of Mission Of Spe Podcast. In this episode. Our host will be interviewing
Bill Smith aka "SHOE".
SHOE helps many people with their audio and video production needs as well as owning and operating a tour business in St Louis called Trikke STL Guided Tours.
In today's episode, you will hear about such topics as:
How radio and love of tech helped SHOE get started

Taking learned aspects from one media to another and then onto a tour operator

The drive to always be of service to others in helping them pursue their visions

Pivoting when the need arises

Being able to take others on a fun experience to learn new things and areas
Reach out to Bill Smith / SHOE:
TrikkeSTL.com
[email protected]
If you want to hear more Mission of Spe Podcast, be sure to subscribe and tune in for new episodes.
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1h 4min

FAQs about Mission of Spe Podcast:

How many episodes does Mission of Spe Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 59 episodes available.