Rising Above Podcast

Rising Above Podcast

By David HessSociety & CultureHealth & FitnessMental HealthEducationSelf-ImprovementPersonal Journals
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Rising Above Podcast episodes

  • Running & Weight Lifting: Interview with Cepriano Benavides
    Cepriano talks about what it took for him to feel like he was ready enough for the Bayshore Marathon. Combining weight training with a separate marathon training program Cepriano had the most vigourus well rounded training regimen with two a days.  
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    1 hr 19 min
  • Waiting For Home: Interview with Richard Prangley
    Richard is a survivor of the Coldwater State Home and Training Center. He was deemed as an "imbecile, and a retard" and was essentially treated as though he could never be a functional member of society. However, Richard was bound and determined to prove everyone wrong. Richard was later released from the Coldwater State Home and Training Center and became an advocate for the mental health community. Richard's story and his persistence changed the system.  Richard's book about his time in the Coldwater State Home and Training Center and his life beyond can be read in his book "The Richard Prangley Story Waiting for Home." It can be found on Amazon.
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    1 hr 23 min
  • Redemption Fitness: Interview With Daniel Romigh
    Daniel Romigh is the owner of Redemption Fitness In Holt Michigan. Daniel talks about his love for Cross-fit and how Redemption came to be. He also discusses what the struggles of running the gym during the Covid lockedowns were like. Daniel is a follower of God and shares his passion for his love for Jesus.
    If you are located in the Mid Michigan area check out Redemption Fitness in Holt MI. Daniel also has an online coaching business so feel free to to contact him directly.
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    1 hr 15 min
  • Mental Health: Interview with Chance Harrington
    Chance Harrington is a husband, father, friend. Chance works on an assembly line for General Motors. He is and always has been open about his past abuse and traumas. Which is something that he's spent most of his adulthood wrestling with. Thanks to the help of a rehab facility in Tucson Arizona Chance has finally learned the skills necessary to help him cope with his struggles on a daily basis.  
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    1 hr 10 min
  • One Day At A Time: Interview with Miguel Reyes
    Miguel is the host of The Staying Fit ODAAT Podcast. Miguel has found that through running and excerise its made staying sober a little easier. Despite working in the restaurant industry and having to be around alcohol daily Miguel is committed to his sobriety not just for himself but also for his family. Through his sobriety he is able to help others with support and telling their stories through the ODAAT Podcast or Facebook group.
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    2 hr
  • Foster Fit: Interview with Justin Romaire
    Justin Romaire is the Founder of Foster Fit. Foster Fit is an organization that is committed to providing CrossFit gym memberships to foster children across the United States. Visit. https://www.fosterfit.org
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    33 min
  • Sailing For A Cause: Interview With Nini Champion & Lisa Roland
    Lisa & Nini are both sailors with one mission in mind. Their passion is to be able to raise enough funds and acquire enough sponsors so that they can embark on the worlds toughest row. The Atlantic Challenge. As hard of a challenge as that is, the ultimate goal is to be able to raise enough money for their Ocean Grown Team. The Ocean Grown Teams focus is to raise money for individuals who are aging out of foster care. Ocean Grown's purpose is to be able to help those who have aged out to be able to find their way in the Maritime industry. Please consider donating or sponsoring. Visit ocean grown.co
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    33 min
  • Sleep In Heavenly Peace: Interview With Chapter President Jarrod Olsen
    Jarrod is the President of Sleep In Heavenly Peace in Lansing MI. Sleep In Heavenly Peace is a non profit who's goal is to build beds for as many kids as possible who don't have them. Sleep In Heavenly Peace is not just a Lansing based non profit. So if you'd like to get involved with a chapter in your area go to shpbeds.org
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    40 min
  • A Place To Call Home: Interview With Stacey Huish
    Stacey has a vision to create A Place To Call Home for children who are aging out of the foster care system in Australia. Often times children who age out end up homeless with no skills to make it in life. A Place To Call Home will be a refuge for foster children to acquire the skills necessary to eventually be on their own. If you know someone who would be willing to help make this passion come true then simply send them this video. Or contact Stacey directly at [email protected]
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    23 min
  • Strength Despite Adversity: Interview with Jessica Brown
    Jessica talks about what series of events lead her into foster care. She explains how entering into care was a refuge to the life she had been living previously. Jessica has a passion to help others which ultimately lead her into working in social services.
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    42 min

About Rising Above Podcast

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The Rising Above Podcast serves as a dedicated platform, amplifying the voices of individuals who often go unheard. Hosted by David Hess, the podcast provides a space for him to openly share his personal journey of triumph over the challenges of the foster care system and the pervasive abuse he faced. David firmly believes that one’s circumstances should not permanently define their identity. Located in Lansing, Michigan, the heart of the Great Lakes State, the Rising Above Podcast welcomes individuals from various walks of life to share their compelling stories. Whether you’re a comedian, politician, or someone navigating through the shadows of life, if you have a story to tell, don’t hesitate to reach out. This inclusive podcast embraces diverse narratives, fostering a community where resilience and empowerment take center stage.