Real Friends

Think about when you were in your twenties.  Do you think it’s easier or more challenging to be a 20-something these days?  It’s a far different world from when many of us were in our twenties.   Is that a good thing?  A bad thing?  Or neither?  Today we switch things ups and chat with some of my favorite 20-somethings about the challenges they face during their current season of life.  Career, finances, independence, physical/mental/emotional health – the list goes on and on - along with a key topic that impacts many of them and most of us – relationships.   Listen to the honest, insightful, laughter-filled conversations of my wonderful group of 20-somethings and determine for yourself.  Thank you for listening, this is “Real Friends”.

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Divorce clearly has an impact on all affected parties.  This is especially true for kids when it happens early in life.  Brint's parents got divorced when he was 6 years old which left him with a sense of insecurity and abandonment early in life.  Brint's sense of insecurity coupled with the lack of a strong male role model and father figure thrust Brint into a lifestyle of drugs, alcohol, and unhealthy relations all in an attempt to escape the recurring pain and abandonment he experienced in life.  Can a lifestyle of drugs, alcohol and unhealthy relationships truly sustain a person for the rest of their life?  Listen to my friend Brint Sharp's story and discover for yourself.  This is “Real Friends”.

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Today in part 2 of a 2-part series, we conclude a conversation I had with a good friend of mine, Justin Sheehan.  Growing up, Justin battled with tough family issues, alcoholism, drug abuse, unhealthy relationships, and even flirted with death on several occasions.  In his late teens, he was severely beaten by a gang of guys that left him in critical condition in the hospital.  Have you ever needed a second chance or fresh start in life but didn’t know how or if that opportunity would ever come along?  Have you ever lost hope during a season of life and didn’t know who or what to believe in?  Who or what to trust?   Listen to my friend, Justin Sheehan, as he shares the encouraging and hope-filled conclusion of his story and discover for yourself.  This is “Real Friends”.

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Today in part 1 of a 2-part series, I share a conversation with a good friend of mine, Justin Sheehan.  Growing up, Justin battled with tough family issues, alcoholism, drug abuse, unhealthy relationships, and even flirted with death on several occasions.  In his late teens, he was severely beaten by a gang of guys that left him in critical shape in the hospital.    Have you ever needed a second chance or fresh start in life but didn’t know how or if that opportunity would ever come along?  Have you ever lost hope during a season of life and didn’t know who or what to believe in?  Who or what to trust?  Listen to my friend, Justin Sheehan, as he shares his open, honest encouraging story and discover for yourself.  This is “Real Friends”.

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Today I share a delightful conversation with a friend of mine, Mona Langenberg.  Mona is a single mother of 3 kids, a successful business woman, an athlete and the catalyst behind Go!STL.  She is also embarking on a new season of life with the belief that the ultimate finish line is love.  Can you raise a family, run a successful business and still have a second chance at a meaningful, loving relationship in life?  Listen to my friend, Mona Langenberg, and discover for yourself.  This is “Real Friends”.

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Today I chat with a friend of mine, Mark Spewak.  Mark is an athlete, entrepreneur, and owner of his own business called Spewak Training.   As a lifelong runner, Mark never dreamed of being a running coach.  However, after several encouraging conversations, Mark eventually started his own business in 2015 and now runs a successful coaching business dedicated to putting his clients and athletes first.  What’s it take to follow your passions and start you own business?  Listen to my friend, Mark Spewak, and discover for yourself.  This is “Real Friends”.

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Today I chat with a new friend of mine, Trina Vargas.  Trina is an actress, singer, consultant, and host of The Trina Vargas Show.  She is attractive, intelligent, & witty and excited about her current season of life.  But what does her future look like?  Listen to my new friend, Trina Vargas, and discover for yourself.  This is “Real Friends”.

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Today I chat with several of my favorite teenagers about the challenges they face as teens.  Whether its depression, anxiety, school pressure, peer pressure – the list goes on - along with who and where they turn to for support.  Think about when you were a teenager.  Do you think it’s easier or more challenging to be a teenager these days?  Listen to honest, raw, unfiltered conversation of some of my favorite teens and decide for yourself.  This is “Real Friends”.

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Every person’s life has trials and tribulations.  Wes and Natalie’s life is no different.  On the surface, you’d think they were living the “perfect life” – and you’d probably be 99% correct.  But during their journey Wes and Natalie struggled with a “season of infertility” that challenged the very core of who they were and what they believed.  What would you do and how would you respond if some of your deepest, God-given desires looked like they might never be answered the way you hoped and dreamed they would? Listen to my friends, Wes and Natalie’s story and decide for yourself.  Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy Wes and Natalie’s stories.

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What sort of stereotypes come to mind when you think “Personal Injury Attorney”?  Be honest.  Can a “Personal Injury Attorney” make a decent living while prioritizing clients ahead of profit?  Can people come before profit?  Or does profit have to come first?  Listen to my friend, Tim Gallagher’s story and decide for yourself.  Thank you for listening and I hope you enjoy Tim’s stories.

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