The Truths We Hide

I  do what I do because I love it. I have a passion for design, creativity and innovation. I specifically align myself with veteran non-profits and organizations because I want to equip them with tools necessary to stand out from the noise that consumes the non-profit industry. I want them to be as innovative and effective as possible because I believe in their mission.

I joined the Marines after leaving community college. I joined because I was lazy and felt like I was letting my family down. I was also incredibly motivated by 9/11 to "do my part". I was an Infantryman from 06-10, deployed twice during OIF and was fortunate enough to meet my wife here in San Diego.

After leaving the Marines In 2010 and after the birth fo my second daughter, I decided that I would be a stay at home dad. Within the year I decided to build full fledged digital marketing firm that became very successful. This In turn led me to currently becoming an executive with Knucklehead Media Group. I continue to run my first business SZERDS and now Knucklehead Media Group.and have not looked back since.

For more on Justin, where to follow him and how to contact him please refer to the November podcast guide at www.awildridecalledlife.com/podcast-guide

Lisa got injured while training In the Army ROTC (Reserved Officer Training Corps) which left her suffering from a debilitating injury at the age of 19.

Now a Navy Spouse, she has learned about resiliency and strength in the course of her recovery

Lisa founded A Healthful Life in order to educate people how to incorporate simple and healthy habits Into their daily lives.

BONUS gift at the end of the podcast interview!

//For ways to contact iIsa and follow her please visit the November podcast guide at www.awildridecalledlfe.com/podcast-guide

I am a 52-year-old blind gentleman who grew up in a family of carnival owners. All I ever wanted to do was to continue in my father’s and grandfather’s footsteps and be part of the family business.As you can tell by reading this, that isn’t where I ended up. I did help in the business over the years, but couldn’t sustain it after the early death of my father (who had lung cancer). I then turned to helping people sell their amusement equipment. I do that on my other site, The Midway Marketplace.I started blogging to promote that site and met a lot of wonderful people in the blogosphere. They told me that I had an amazing story and many commented on how I inspired them. They finally convinced me that I had a bigger purpose in store for myself.So, I started this second blog, and in it I share more of my personal journey, struggles, and triumphs. I also got noticed by a lot of people and have appeared as a guest, an interview subject, and a motivator on many different sites. My Interviews and Articles page lists these places.I do my best to help others, and do so mostly by encouraging them to take steps towards their ultimate goal, or to continue on the path they have started.I am now offering coaching to help people who are stuck and frustrated with not being able to find their passion or follow their dreams once they have determined what they want in their lives.I am also available to speak to groups. I believe that by sharing the story of my personal growth and transformation, it will motivate and inspire anyone who hears it.In addition to starting a new business, I have also lost over 250 pounds through a combination of gastric surgery, diet, exercise, positive attitude, meditation, and prayer.I believe I can help you. If you have questions for me, just ask them via the contact form. If anything, I am known for being too forthcoming!I want to get to know you and become friends. I want to hear about your dreams and aspirations as well as your fears and concerns. I want to help you to grow to be that person you were meant to be.

To contact Maxwell or follow him on social media then please refer to the November podcast guide at www.awildridecalledlife.com/podcast-guide

My name’s Adriana Gavazzoni and I’m a lawyer and professor of law. When I’m not practicing I enjoy spending my time writing novels and legal books and am a voracious reader. I’m a very active person and love to dance, exercise and travel. My favorite countries are France, Italy and USA. I speak four languages: English, French, Portuguese and Spanish, and am currently studying Chinese. I hope to master it someday but it’s been a challenge! I absolutely adore animals and have two dogs of my own. Don’t tell them, but my love for dogs extends to all the rest!

For more on how to contact Adriana and to follow her please refer to the November podcast guide at www.awildridecalledlife.com/podcat-guide

Molly is a 9 year old new to the podcast world. With her brother, she has a podcast called Small But Mighty.  Her tag line is, "We may be small, but we can do mighty things." Molly lives with this mantra every single day. She is a Positivity Leader at her school. She always has a smile on her face and is on a mission to spread kindness.

During the quarantine, Molly decided the world needed a little bit of help finding joy and spreading love and kindness. She decided to create a 21 Day Kindness Challenge where she posted daily videos on how we can spread kindness and joy in a socially distanced style. She is full of ideas on how kids can make an impact in the world. She aspires to create a coloring book, kid's journal, write a book and create a charity!

When Molly is not trying to save the world, she is in the 4th grade, plays softball and basketball. She has 3 brothers, loves riding bikes and anything to do with art.

To listen to Molly's own Podcast called "Small But Mighty" click this link- www.anchor.fm/glenn78

Find Molly on her youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSa3qkH5UVNrxBCx7qy_hhQ

To contact Molly for future work email her mother Dr. Allison Carlson at [email protected]

After 30 years of alcohol abuse, retired Army Major Jason Main finally hit bottom. It was June 2015 when his young daughter knocked on the door asking for a bedtime story. Main looked in the mirror for the first time in a year. "I ended up reading my daughter that story and the next day I made a phone call". Jay has always known that he was an alcoholic. He was not In denial, he was in refusal. He knew he had a problem

After sitting In the 12-step program meeting and sharing the story of his fledgling sobriety, he decided to start a non-profit what Is now called the LifeHouse Recovery Of Maryland. He owns a sober transition house supporting disabled veterans.

Main wants to be part of the solution. he has made it his mission to help others struggling with addiction. He has spoken to thousands of patients, Soldiers and instructors at schools, rehab centers and intervention training programs.

Find out more about Jay and how to contact him in the November Podcast Guide at www.awildridecalledlife.com/podcast-guide

Chris McPhee, PMP is a 21-year United States Army Veteran and former Green Beret turned Project Management Professional (PMP) and your neighborhood Camera Guy. After retiring from the Army in 2015 with a kit bag full of skills that he developed during his military service, Chris decided to go all-in on photography, video production, and podcasting. He is ready to TEAM up with you and help you with your next event photo or video project. Chris is available to help you PROMOTE your brand, INFORM, and INSPIRE your audience.

You can find more on Chris in the November Podcast Guide at www.awildridecalledlife.com/podcast-guide

Hayley is a clinical psychologist and coach. After losing faith in the traditional model of therapy, Hayley moved into coaching and now helps entrepreneurs with their mental health. Her therapies and coaching incorporates expertise in the human mind and psyche, body-based interventions, and eastern philosophical traditions such as mindfulness and meditation (plus a little sprinkle of woo-woo) to unlock people’s potential.

You can find more about Hayley and how to contact her in the Podcast guide at www.awildridecalledlife.com/podcast-guide 

MG (R) Dana Pittard was my former Division Commander while stationed at Fort Bliss, TX. 

One of the things that I admired most about him was his authenticity. When he  was featured in the article "The General who went to war on Suicide", I had even more respect for him. 

In this episode he speaks the hard truths on what he tried to do and did for Fort Bliss. He shares his personal story of struggle and why he was so passionate about doing more to save lives. 

He is also the author of "Hunting the Caliphate ", a blend of military history and first person memories in the war against terror. 

You can find more on MG (R) Dana Pittard in the podcast guide at www.awildridecalledlife.com/podcast-guide