THNX: A Feelgood Podcast

Roderick Batson received his undergraduate degree from Texas Lutheran University and his Master's Degree from Capella University. He is the founder and owner of Vortex Surgical Products and a partner in Howdy Homemade Ice Cream, which provides meaningful employment for adults with special needs. Roderick, his wife, and two children live in Houston, Texas.

Shawn Seipler is the founder and CEO of Clean the World, a company that serves the needs of underserved people around the world. His efforts have reduced the mortality rate of children caused by hygiene-related diseases by supplying recycled soap produced from soap discarded by hotels. Shawn, his wife, and children live in Orlando, Florida.

June Cross is a documentary filmmaker and professor at Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, where she founded the documentary specialization. She graduated from Harvard Radcliffe College and has worked as a reporter and producer in addition to making a film and authoring a book about her life, both titled Secret Daughter. She has won numerous awards, including a Peabody and 2 Emmy Awards. June now lives in New York, New York with her husband.

The Mighty Orq is a professional guitarist from Houston, Texas, where he attended Lamar High School and earned his moniker. His music is classified as Americana, and, in the last 20 years, he has released seven recordings and has played countless shows all over the world. His sound is predominantly blues and pays homage to Mississippi and Chicago. The Mighty Orq and his wife live in Houston, Texas.

Pamela Gail Johnson is a speaker, author of Practical Happiness, and founder of the Society of Happy People. Originally from West Texas, she has lived in West Palm Beach, Florida, worked for companies like Staples and American Express, and, in 1998, started the Secret Society of Happy People, a collective of happy people who needed a tribe. After 20 years and international attention, it was no secret anymore, and the group became just the Society of Happy People. Pamela created 3 international holidays: Happiness Happens Day (August 8), Happiness Happens Month (August), and Hunt for Happiness Week (August 1-7). Join Pamela and THNX in celebrating choosing happiness this Happiness Happens Month!

Bill Rodgers was born in Hartford, Connecticut and attended Wesleyan University and Boston College. As a 4-time winner of both the Boston and New York Marathons, a winner of the Fukuoka Marathon, and an Olympian representing America in 1976, he is one of the most recognized runners in the United States. Additionally, he has run in hundreds of races, received dozens of awards and distinctions, broken numerous records, and authored several books about running. Bill is still runnning in his seventies and lives in Boxbourough, Massachusettes.

Bill Rodgers was born in Hartford, Connecticut and attended Wesleyan University and Boston College. As a 4-time winner of both the Boston and New York Marathons, a winner of the Fukuoka Marathon, and an Olympian representing America in 1976, he is one of the most recognized runners in the United States. Additionally, he has run in hundreds of races, received dozens of awards and distinctions, broken numerous records, and authored several books about running. Bill is still runnning in his seventies and lives in Boxbourough, Massachusettes.

Christine Cummins is a budding soprano from Atlanta, Georgia. She earned her Bachelors of Music Degree in Vocal Performance from Florida State University and her Masters of Music Degree in Vocal Performance from the University of Houston, where she appeared in multiple shows. In addition to singing, she enjoys performing musical theatre, has 14 years of training in piano, and taught herself how to play the bass guitar. Christine currently resides in Houston, Texas and is an active member of the Houston Chamber Choir.

Theo Acker, a native Texan, is a speaker, podcast host, and author who focuses on individuals who have experienced loss in a sudden or traumatic way, something she is familiar with after losing her mother in 2019. Earlier in life, she worked in mortgages and as an English teacher, even winning Rookie Teacher of the Year. She wrote a book entitled My Grief is Not Like Yours, which will be released on Mothers' Day in 2023. Theo's genuine love for helping others and shedding light in a dark moment are what make THINK THEO, available on all streaming platforms.

Rand Mintzer, the creator and co-host of THNX, is interviewed by Think Theo's host Theo Acker. Make sure to give Think Theo a listen, and enjoy her interview with Rand!