Return To Authenticity

Episode 81!

Meet Nick Pappas.  Nick was a gifted collegiate football player who followed a similar downward spiral of addiction to alcohol as his father. His athletic prowess provided adequate cover, as his transgressions were swept under the rug to allow him to continue to play.  It eventually caught up to Nick and his multiple DUIs ended his chances to play collegiate ball.  Things got worse for Nick before they got better until he found the grit, the grace, and the love of his wife to turn it around.  Now Nick is coaching and mentoring others to avoid a similar path as he pursues his goal of becoming a trauma counselor.  He reminds us that our scars can take us to the stars if we let them.  

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https://www.wefaceittogether.org/

https://www.wefaceittogether.org/bios/nick

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RTA Uncut episode 4! 

Almost one year ago, I interviewed Mike DeSanti on episode 38 of Return to Authenticity.  In the time since that interview, Mike became a new dad to his first son and recently moved his family to a new home.  We catch up on all things fatherhood, rites of passage, building resiliency and how he stay's focused on what matters most to him - his relationship with his wife and son. 

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Intro/Outro Music by Chris Trapper, and his hit song, "Avalanche"
On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/track/6kL4KnzfZAZQ6lIyZnMg3l?si=1c090abd53c24d76

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Web: https://newmanemerging.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike_desanti/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080736836684

Read his book, "New Man Emerging"
On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/New-Man-Emerging-Awakening-Fulfillment/dp/1943625131/ref=sr_1_1?crid=JEZT3NNCQT29&keywords=new+man+emerging+book&qid=1697476435&sprefix=new+man+em%2Caps%2C127&sr=8-1

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Episode 80! 

Meet Austin Linney.  Austin was living life in the fast lane making a six figure income as a 20-something in the high-end restaurant and liquor business.  He became addicted to drugs and alcohol and saw his life unravel almost as quickly as he built it.  He came to terms with the victim mentality that had rooted itself in his mindset and found new courage to take the first step to uprooting it - acknowledging he had to quit to drinking and using drugs.  One step became two, and now, Austin is a real estate investor and business owner while being a coach and hosting a podcast called "Construct Your Life with Austin Linney".   A wild ride that's just getting started!   

Tune into this week's episode! 
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Connect with Austin here:

Website: https://www.austinlinney.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/austin-linney-9576b6181/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/austin_linney/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/austin.linney

Podcast: "Construct your life with Austin Linney": https://www.austinlinney.com/podcast

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Episode 79!  

Meet Dom Brightmon a best selling author of "Going North: Tips & Techniques to Advance Yourself" and "Stay the course: The Elite Performers 7 Secret Keys to Sustainable Success".  He was also a contributing author to bestseller, "Crappy to Happy: Sacred Stories of Transformational Joy." 

This episode will have you smiling from beginning to end as Dom is an engaging speaker with many tips for finding joy in your everyday life.  

Sit back and enjoy the knowledge Dom shares on how to be happy!  

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Website: https://www.dombrightmon.com/
Podcast:  Going North Podcast 

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Episode 78! 

Rick Scadden grew up in a broken home with a father in and out of jail.   Alcohol and drug use took over Rick's life, landed him in jail and nearly broke him.  Hear how he found redemption and healing and now is committed to a life of service to others.   

For those struggling with drugs and alcohol or have family and friends who are, Rick's story offers hope to all!  

A powerful story you'll want to be ready for! 

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rick.scadden.1
email: [email protected] 

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Welcome to episode 77 of Return to Authenticity

This week's guest is Eric Daddario, a Boston native who grew up with a passion, an obsession, that was hockey.  He played for hours whenever he could get outside and skate or play street hockey.  Eric's dream was to play Division 1 hockey in a state powerhouse known for top-notch, tough, hockey talent.  It would take ultimate focus and determination, which Eric was more than willing to give.  What he did not count on was losing sight in his right eye to a freak accident when he was in the eighth grade.  He wouldn't be deterred and put in even more effort to overcome this health challenge and accomplished his goal - playing hockey for 4 years at the Division 1 level.  

What he encountered next in life would have dropped most men to their knees.  Eric's brother accidentally overdosed after years fighting a drug problem and lost his life. Eric used this crushing loss to refocus and dedicate his life to helping other young men and women athletes understand the power of a single decision and how to overcome difficulty in their lives.  

An incredible episode - you'll want to catch every word.  

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Website: https://ericdaddario.com/
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Episode 76! 

Could you imagine being tossed into a Chinese prison, with no lawyer, no ability to speak or understand the language, no idea how long you'd be in for and if you'd ever see your friends and family again?  Chancellor Jackson can imagine, as he lived it.  Tune in to hear how grit, tenacity and courage helped him find his way out and how his no quit mindset and being willing to bet on himself has now led him to be an accomplished author of multiple bestselling books ranked in the top of their category on Amazon.  And Chancellor isn't close to being done, as along with writing, he's now coaching others how to become successful authors as well. 

Tune in to hear how he did it!

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Connect with Chancellor here:

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

Books on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/stores/Chancellor%20K.%20Jackson/author/B086YGY4BM

LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/chancellor-jackson29/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/chancellorkjackson/

Soundcloud:
https://soundcloud.com/chance-dread-jackson

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Episode 75!

Chris Bruno grew up in Denver, Colorado in a family that encouraged and shaped him to be of service to others.  After a stint in corporate America and a decade of life as a missionary in the Middle East, Chris came home to attend seminary and counseling school. 

He founded the counseling center, ReStory and started the Restoration Project to provide "fathering" experiences and resources for men to develop deeper relationships with their children.   

Tune in to hear how Chris's life experiences shaped him to be prepared to live the life he's living out today.

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Website:
https://www.restorationproject.net/
https://www.restorationproject.net/firstproject
https://www.restory.life/

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/restorationprojectco/
https://www.instagram.com/storyrestored/

Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/RestorationProject
https://www.facebook.com/ReStory.Life/

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Episode 74! 

Meet Josh Goodman.  Josh was an ADHD kid who never liked school, as he couldn't sit still long enough to give it a chance.  Despite that, he's now a successful entrepreneur and published author!  For those working through raising a high energy kiddo, this episode is one to dial into.  What started as a handicap became a super power as Josh committed and achieved the dream of playing college football. Then became a successful salesperson.  And then an entrepreneur bringing an idea to market that did not exist.  All pioneers and adventurers face challenges and Josh was no different.  He refused to quit despite lawsuits and pandemics and has willed his new company forward through it all to now be partnering with the largest brands in the world. 

Tune in to hear how he did it! 


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Website:
https://tapthebigidea.com/

https://pourmybeer.com/

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LinkedIn:
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YouTube:
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Episode 73!

Meet Mike Kaeding.  Mike joined his family's real estate business with the intention to not stay for long.  Those plans changed quickly when the owner of the business, Mike's father, passed away suddenly, leaving Mike to step up and lead the family business.  A business he knew very little about!  Mike struggled, learned and grew.  Those struggles led the business to face one challenge after another and Mike continued to take one more step and solve the next problem. 

His determination ultimately resulted in the business surviving and then, the fun started as Mike began applying best practices and lessons learned in other industries to set his company apart.  Specifically, he focused on building a strong company culture and in-sourcing as much of the work as possible rather than use here today, gone tomorrow subcontractors.  That strategy has paid dividends as engaged, valued and heard employees began improving the business one project at a time.  Now, Mike is focused on transforming how housing is built to make it more affordable for all. 

Tune in to hear how he did it!

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Connect with Mike Kaeding  and his real estate company Norhart here:
https://www.norhart.com/

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