Power40

Check out our latest episode of the #Power40 podcast, Power of Positivity today! 

Over 18 years of dark times, Mark David lead life with positivity. Rebuilding his family and work life, all while lending a hand to others. 

From paralysis to purpose. David experienced a Spinal Aneurysm, leaving him a T-6 paraplegic and a wheelchair user. His ability to overcome obstacles and achieve success in the face of adversity is what makes his story inspiring and motivating to others. Listen for a motivational boost today. 

The topic of inclusivity matters more than ever. We tend to minimize the importance of "seeing yourself" and downplay how this lack of representation plays out in a child's life - particularly in one of the most powerful industries in the world. The toy industry!

WHO we see and HOW we see them makes a difference to a child's emotional development and growth.

Damian Buchman is truly a one-in-a-billion survivor who has turned obstacles into opportunity, and the seemingly impossible, possible. Working tirelessly to provide others who face seemingly insurmountable barriers with motivation, tools and a voice, Damian is an unstoppABLE force who doesn’t know how to quit.

Growing up in skates, Mitch knew he wanted to excel in his game. He talks about sacrifices in order to chase the dream and reach his goals. 

New York native talks about what it takes to play at such a high level in hockey, the mental toll it can take and how people navigate post hockey life. 

This Quebec City native took a leap of faith coming to the states to follow his dreams. With a heart for the game and a passion to pursue his dreams amongst significant change, Freddy talks about how there’s always something to learn in new experiences. 

This Oklahoma City native was the first to skate in the National Hockey league. We speak to how small towns can’t stop you from achieving your goals. 

The Wisconsin Area Director for American Foundation for Suicide Prevention discusses what we can do to address mental health in our society and create open conversations around the topic. Being present with our friends and being a safe space for others is one step in the right direction.

We sat down with Jaelene Daniels, an NWSL player for the North Carolina Courage, a woman who is very strong in her faith and has gone through countless trials and been tested because of it. Not only is she a fearless soccer player, but also a strong mother who is balancing newfound motherhood and coming out of retirement back into the demands of professional soccer.