Tell Your Story – The Mentors Radio

In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Mitch Warner, managing partner of The Arbinger Institute and also an Arbinger author, about how to break free from self-deception to build authentic, thriving relationships. Self-deception is one of the most insidious barriers to success—affecting our leadership, relationships and even our ability to see reality clearly. You will learn how self-deception blinds us to our own impact, fuels conflict, and keeps us stuck in destructive patterns. We’ll explore how shifting our mindset can transform not just our professional lives, but also our families, friendships and communities. If you’ve ever struggled with accountability, leadership challenges or personal growth, this episode will open your eyes. Don’t miss this powerful conversation! LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

MITCH WARNER:

In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with James Asplund, Chief Scientist at Gallup and one of the world’s leading experts on strengths-based development, diving into one of the most powerful tools for personal and professional growth—CliftonStrengths or more widely known as Strengths-Finder 2.0. Strengths-Finder 2.0 can unlock your own potential, as it has for more than 35 million people worldwide! If you’ve ever wondered why some people thrive while others struggle, the answer often comes down to understanding and using their natural strengths. Asplund spent years researching how focusing on what we naturally do best leads to greater success, fulfillment and even happiness. In this episode we explore why knowing your strengths can change the way you approach work, leadership, relationships and life itself. Get ready for a fascinating conversation that just might change how you see—and appreciate—yourself and others better. LISTEN TO the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

JAMES ASPLUND:

In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Daniel Ruettiger—who the world knows as “Rudy”—joins Host Dan Hesse to discuss the movie about his against-all-odds mission for admission to the University of Notre Dame, and his even more unlikely tackle in a football game. The movie “RUDY,” a 1993 American biographical sports film directed by David Anspaugh, captures that now-famous tackle and the remarkable story leading up to it, in what USA Today calls “the greatest football movie of all time.” But some don’t know that Rudy’s greatest achievement might be getting the movie made in the first place – a “Rocky” story, but one that actually happened! Dan and Rudy discuss this journey as well as Rudy’s chance encounters with Elvis Presley and Kobe Bryant. After listening to this episode you’ll know first-hand why Rudy Ruettiger has become such an in-demand motivational speaker. You’ll also gain a plethora of insights and inspiration to breath fresh life into your own unique journey! Listen to the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here and don’t miss an episode!

DANIEL “RUDY” RUETTIGER:

In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Mitch Daniels, who was a two-term governor of Indiana, the former Director of the Office of Management and Budget under President George W. Bush and until recently, the 12th president of Purdue University. He was elected Indiana governor in his first bid for any elected office, and then re-elected with more votes than any candidate in the state’s history. A former top executive at Eli Lilly, he was named to Fortune magazine’s list of the World’s 50 Greatest Leaders and elected to the American Academy of Arts & Sciences. Purdue named its business school for him. Mitch earned a bachelor’s degree from Princeton and a law degree from Georgetown. Mitch is the author of three books including the recently-released Boiler Up- A University President in the Public Square, and he is a contributing columnist for the Washington Post. Find Show Notes below. Listen to the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to “THE MENTORS RADIO” podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here to not miss an episode!

MITCH DANIELS:

“I will urge that our purpose be bold, that if we err, we err on the side of action, of movement, of experiment. And that our aim be high.” — Mitch Daniels

In today’s episode, The Mentors Radio Host Tom Loarie talks with Teddy W—a recovering alcoholic, now 16 years sober. It’s real. In-depth. Fascinating and Down-to-earth. Together, they talk about alcoholism, its deceptive attraction, how it can take over lives, how Alcoholics Annonymous (AA) works and the absolutely freeing and transformative power of persistent good habits. Many today don’t realize that alcoholism is like the elephant in the room that nobody talks about. Although drug overdose deaths dominate headlines, excessive drinking is the #1 leading cause of preventable death in the United States. From 2015 to 2019, alcohol was responsible for more than 380 deaths per day. It affects each of us in some way, if not through our own experiences then through those of friends, family or colleagues. This episode is a fabulous insider view with inspiration for everyone! Find Show Notes below. Listen to the radio broadcast live on iHeart Radio, or to the podcast any time, anywhere, on any podcast platform – subscribe here to not miss an episode!

The AA book on the 12 Steps and 12 Traditions
https://www.aa.org/twelve-steps-twelve-traditions

For meetings local and worldwide — download the Meeting Guide app at Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.meetingguide and the Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/meeting-guide/id1042822181#?platform=iphone

Basic Information about A.A.: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/f-2_InfoonAA.pdf

A Newcomer Asks pamphlet: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-24_anewcomerask.pdf

Is There An Alcoholic In Your Life pamphlet: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-30_isthereanalcoinyourlife.pdf

Help and hope for the families and friends of alcoholics is also available via the Al-Anon Family Groups: https://al-anon.org

The God Word Pamphlet: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-86_theGodWord.pdf

The A.A. Member – Medications & Other Drugs: https://www.aa.org/sites/default/files/literature/assets/p-11_aamembersMedDrug.pdf

The Stanford Study, which was mentioned on the show. https://www.aagrapevine.org/AALjune2021

In this episode of The Mentors Radio, Host Tom Loarie talks with Doug and Chase Averill of Flathead Lake Lodge, one of the top 2% hospitality businesses in America and a “Best of the Best Dude Ranch.” Discover their unique approach to hospitality and learn how this iconic, multi-generational, family-owned dude ranch builds family bonds, empowers kids, and even hosts world leaders, including Bing Crosby, George Bush, Bill Clinton and Colin Powell, who called it the best place in America to meet real Americans. Located in Bigfork, Montana, just outside Glacier National Park, an Averill family tradition since 1945, the ranch has hosted tens of thousands of guests from more than 104 countries, and has been featured on Good Morning America, Animal Planet, Wide World of Sports and more. Doug Averill is a member of the National Dude Ranchers Hall of Fame and the Montana Pro Rodeo Hall of Fame. Now Doug and his son, Chase, are leading the lodge into the next generation. Learn about their work with the Paladin Conservancy and Wrangler Ranch, which gives special needs children, terminally ill children, and veterans fresh experiences rooted in the Western way of life. The lodge fosters family bonds, builds confidence in children, offers first-hand leadership lessons for all ages, and literally transforms guests (60,000 to 80,000 guests over the last 40 years!) from all walks of life, while maintaining an unparalleled standard of hospitality. Find out what sets Flathead Lake Lodge apart from the competition, behind-the-scenes? How do the Averills seamlessly infuse genuine hospitality and service into every aspect of their business… and why is this so important to them? …Most importantly, what kernels of inspiration will you uncover for your own business, life or work? Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, including Spotify and Apple, just click here!

In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Loarie talks with Mother Delores Hart, who has now been a nun of the Benedictine Abbey of Regina Laudis in Bethlehem, Connecticut, for nearly 60 years. Learn about her remarkable journey from Award-winning actress and a fast-rising Hollywood star famous for having the first on-screen kiss with Elvis Presley, to contemplative nun. What made Delores Hart abandon the fame and fortune of Hollywood for the hidden life of simplicity in a monastery on the other side of the country? What was her path to discovering tranquility and joy? What advice does she have for listeners? Find out, on this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO. Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here!

MOTHER DELORES HART, OSB:

In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Dan Hesse talks with Mark O. Hubbard, seasoned broadcasting executive and author, to discuss the impact Coach Ara Parseghian had on those around him. The author of four books, including Ara-The Life and Legacy of a Notre Dame Legend, Mark spent more than 25 years in the broadcasting industry, including serving as President of Flagship Broadcasting, President of Fairmont Communications, and Senior Vice President for Corporate Development at Clear Channel.  Mark was most recently an independent consultant providing services exclusively to senior management at established companies and to entrepreneurs at start-up ventures.  Mark also has served as an Adjunct Professor at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute and is currently serving as an Adjunct Professor at the University of Notre Dame’s Mendoza College of Business. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Notre Dame, where he was awarded a prestigious Marshall Scholarship, and he received an MBA from Wharton. Mark is also a registered Architect.   Listen to THE MENTORS RADIO podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, just click here!

MARK O. HUBBARD:

In this episode of THE MENTORS RADIO, Host Tom Lorie talks with legendary Bill George, the former Chairman and CEO of Medtronic and now a Senior Fellow at Harvard Business School. Widely recognized for his leadership, Bill is the author of several best-selling books, including True North, which has helped countless leaders align their personal values with their professional roles. Bill spent his career mentoring executives and leaders, teaching at Harvard and guiding CEOs to discover their own authentic leadership style. In this episode, Tom and Bill dive into Bill’s insights on leading in turbulent times, mentoring the next generation of leaders, and how executives can stay resilient and purposeful in an ever-changing business world.

Some of the crucial topics touched on in this episode include:

In a nutshell, this episode will engage you in a powerful conversation that can impact your own leadership journey—for the better! Listen to our radio podcast anywhere, any time, on any platform, click here!

BILL GEORGE:

In this episode, THE MENTORS RADIO Host Dan Hesse talks with Jimmy Roberts, a 15-time Emmy Award-winning sports reporter and writer for ESPN and ABC Sports, about how athletes break out of slumps. Jimmy Roberts has had what most people would think of as an interesting run. During a 30-year career in network television, he has spoken at the United Nations, and interviewed a convicted murderer behind the walls of Attica State Penitentiary. He has traveled with the heavyweight boxing champion to meetings with Nelson Mandela in Soweto and the Pope at the Vatican … and had dinner at the White House with the president of the United States. That said, he is primarily known as a sports reporter who has chronicled 19 Olympic Games, the Super Bowl, the World Series, the Stanley Cup Playoffs, the NBA Finals, Wimbledon, and, of course golf, where he has covered more than 70 major championships, 15 Ryder Cups, and since 2012 has been the signature voice of Augusta National’s acclaimed digital platform MASTERS.COM.

Roberts has earned numerous distinctions, including a Golf Writers Association of America award, The Metropolitan Golf Association Distinguished Service Award, and the Lincoln Werden Journalism medal.

He is also a prolific writer. For two decades Roberts has been the featured back page columnist for Met Golfer (NY) Magazine. His most recent book, the bestseller “NO ONE WINS ALONE” (Simon & Schuster,) written in 2021 with hockey legend Mark Messier, discusses motivation and performance lessons from one of professional sports greatest leaders.

In 2009, Harper Collins published his first book, Breaking the Slump, which tells the story of how some of the best golfers to ever play the game – as well as one former president and one Olympic gold medalist – dug themselves out of career-threatening dry spells. The book was critically praised in Newsweek, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal and Sports Illustrated.

“Jimmy Roberts has always been a wonderful storyteller, touching the hearts and challenging the minds of viewers,” said legendary golfer Jack Nicklaus.

Roberts often speaks about the book, which he understands has a universality to it: “As golfers, we’re all really the same. There are two types of us in this world; those who’ve had a slump, and those who are going to have (at least) one. And it’s a matter of degree. When Jack Nicklaus struggles, he loses the ball to the left. When I struggle, I just… lose the ball.” Roberts also came to realize in writing this book – ostensibly about golf – that it really was something that had nothing to do with the game; it was a book about how successful people handled adversity. For the last 24 years, Roberts has been a fixture on NBC, where this summer he will report from the Paris Olympic Games. Listen to the show broadcast on Salem Radio in San Francisco, via live-streaming on iHeart Radio worldwide or anytime, on ANY podcast platform, including Apple Podcast, Spotify, iTunes, TuneIN, Stitcher, Google Play and all the others. Sign up for the podcast here.

JIMMY ROBERTS: