Rising Above Podcast

In this episode I had the privilege of talking with Prettyeastvan. She shares with us her personal journey of growing up in the foster care system in Canada and what ultimately lead her to living in the streets. Prettyeastvan has an incredible story of overcoming trauma, neglect, abuse, and a rough lifestyle. She is a great example of someone who made a choice to not let her circumstances define her or the rest of her life. #risingabovepodcast

This episode's video interview can be found on Spotify and YouTube. The audio portion of the podcast can be found on all your favorite streaming services.

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Prettyeastvan Social Media:

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In this episode I had the opportunity to sit down with my friend Jeremy Hurt. He is the owner of Red Bike Delivery here in Lansing MI. We cover so many subjects from what business is like here in Lansing, the Gm battery plant that will be built here in Lansing MI to our fears of snakes, spiders and bats. #risingabovepodcast

This episode's video interview can be found on Spotify and YouTube. The audio portion of the podcast can be found on all your favorite streaming services.

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Red Bike Delivery Social Media:

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It’s been one year since the first episode of the Rising Above Podcast was released! It’s been a whirlwind of a ride with many unknowns. Fortunately for me I’ve had a great amount of support from family and friends who no matter what have listened to the podcast and offered positive feedback! So thank you everyone! I can’t wait to see what this next year will bring for the Rising Above Podcast! #risingabovepodcast

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In this episode we had the privilege of sitting down with Sarah Robinson. Sarah came on to share how drastically her life has changed over the last few years and what positive impact settling down getting married and starting a family has had on her life. We had so many good discussions and laughs in this interview. Anything from the educational system, the impact VR technology will have on future generations and how to manage change. #risingabovepodcast

This episode's video interview can be found on Spotify and YouTube. The audio portion of the podcast can be found on all your favorite streaming services.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1QrNzigEnkySIrIgatbQrr?si=m0AVN0e3QymI55-TZdBJfw&nd=1

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dave_hess28/

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

Twitter: https://twitter.com/RisingAbovePod

Email: [email protected]

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Sarah Robinson Social Media:

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sraymond92/

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In this episode I had the privilege of talking with Noah Galloway. Noah is a former American Soldier, motivational speaker and an athletic fanatic! He wasn't always that person though. Noah shares with us the very real struggles he had endured mentally and emotionally after having to have his left arm above the elbow and left leg above the knee tragically amputated from an accident that occurred overseas. Having to come back and try to live a normal life but not have the ability too, left him in a state of denial. Until one day he decided that he needed to make a change not for just him but his family. His hard work and dedication to himself and his loved ones landed him a spot on Dancing With the Stars, an appearance on Ellen and on the cover of Mens Health Magazine. #risingabovepodcast

Check out his website! Also be sure to buy his book "Living With No Excuses"

https://www.noahgalloway.com

This episode's video interview can be found on Spotify and YouTube. The audio portion of the podcast can be found on all your favorite streaming services.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1QrNzigEnkySIrIgatbQrr?si=m0AVN0e3QymI55-TZdBJfw&nd=1

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Email: [email protected]

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Noah Social Media:

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In this episode I talk with Rebecca Gillmore. Rebecca is the wife of UFC fighter Micheal Gillmore. She shares the struggle of what it is like being the wife to a professional athlete and all the struggles that surround it. She also shares with us her personal journey of learning how to cope with anxiety and panic attacks. She found that getting physically fit has had a profound influence in the way she feels not just physically but mentally.

This episode's video interview can be found on Spotify and YouTube. The audio portion of the podcast can be found on all your favorite streaming services.

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1QrNzigEnkySIrIgatbQrr?si=m0AVN0e3QymI55-TZdBJfw&nd=1

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In this episode I sit down with Shamus Smith. Shamus is the President of The League Of Enchantment. The League Of Enchantment is a 501c3 Non profit dedicated to bringing hope, and smiles to children and the community through the power of Cosplay. Shamus shares what traumatic event happened in his life that led him to getting involved with The League. #risingabovepodcast

This episode's video interview can be found on Spotify and YouTube. The audio portion of the podcast can be found on all your favorite streaming services.

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The League Of Enchantment:

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

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.leagueofenchantment.org/?fbclid=IwAR1jD1FMOTt6tg7sEuAOihDTjj1zwEkBpTq4h4mu57j4BtBLuC0-cnMTF5Q

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In this Episode I sit down with my friend Cepriano for a Live interview to discuss all things fitness. Cepriano has been training for the Life Time Marathon in Miami. He shares what his training regimen has been like and how he thinks things will shake up on race day. Cepriano is one of the most dedicated people I personally know and its people like him that keep me feeling like I am never doing enough. #risingabovepodcast.

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

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cepriano.benavides

The video portion of the podcast can be found on Spotify and YouTube the audio version will be available on all podcast streaming services.

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In this episode I talk with local business owner and entrepreneur Megan Church. Megan is the owner of Urban Lavender here in Lansing Mi. She shared with us her mission for Urban Lavender and her desire to have it support our local community. As well as running Urban Lavender she has launched a Web Design and Development business called Lavender Luxe. She also shares her struggle with alcohol but says that since she has been in recovery that their is no doubt that she has managed to be a lot more productive and successful. She is a great inspiration for those aspiring entrepreneurs or just those who feel that they can't seem to overcome their addiction. #risingabovepodcast

This episode can now be watched on https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUV2wVXtET506Ooqt0WpIyA

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Website: https://thelavenderhouse.us

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In this episode I talk with my friend Julianna Blain, who you probably know by her nickname Juji. Much like myself, Juji grew up in an extremely fundamental Christian-Baptist household, that was characterized by stifling rules and severely controlled environments. In this episode she talks about what life looked like growing up within her religious cult, how she left it and the impact it has in her adult life. After hearing her story, it’s easy to see what inspired her career path of being a future licensed professional mental health counselor.

I’ve known Juji for a long time and she has always been outgoing, and a fun person to be around. I am truly inspired to see someone go from being deeply oppressed in their life to come out on the other side not as a victim; but as stronger, healthier, and fierce individual.

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Juji Social Media:

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

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

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsjuj

Juji also is a radio show host, for fun weekly local radio show called, “Who’s that Star” with Lansing Community College. Click here to check it out!

https://www.lcc.edu/connect/shows/whos-that-star.html

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