We’ve all heard of ‘The Most Interesting Man in the World’, well Diana Wentworth might just be ‘The Most Interesting Woman in the World’! 

From dating Elvis to co-authoring part of the ‘Chicken Noodle Soup’ book series along with her own New York Times Best Sellers, Diana has done it all!

This week she sits down with Dr. Mitch to tell her story and the wisdom she now passes on to those who are willing to listen. 

#Elvis #BeverlyHIlls #FindYourPath #PathtoSuccess #Entrepreneur #Hollywood #BestSellingAuthor #CookingwithDiana

Eliot ‘Fire’ Marshall is a former MMA and UFC Light Heavyweight fighter with a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Marshall posted a 10-4 professional career record, but it wasn’t his opponents in the octagon that were his hardest fights, it was a demon living inside of him that would prove to be the hardest. 

For years Eliot suffered from severe anxiety, and it wasn’t until a fight during UFC 128 that he would come to realize how powerful anxiety can be. 

Marshall retired from the UFC and professional MMA fighting following a controversial loss in UFC 137. Today, he owns an operates the Easton Training Centers in Colorado where he teaches men and women of all ages and skills the art of Brazilian Jui-Jitsu along with hosting his own popular podcast. His new book, ‘Gospel of Fire’ can be found on Amazon or on his website.

 #MixedMartialArts #JuiJitsu #UFC #Anxiety #8Seconds #ExperientialKnowledge #MMA #FightingAnxiety 

Joe Tabbanella is one of the funniest and most entertaining guests we have ever had on Truth Talks, and this week, Joe is back! 

Dr Mitch sits down with hypnotherapist; Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP) expert; and all-around funny guy Joe Tabbanella to dive further into how he is using his touted Tabb Technique to help heal those suffering from trauma, anxiety, depression, and other mental and emotional issues.

 This episode is fun, informative and a must listen to!

For more information on Joe Tabbanella and the Tabb Technique, please visit his website: www.tabbhypnosis.com

#lawofattraction #hypnosistherapy #mindfulness #biofeedback #ExperientialKnowledge #8Seconds

The Tour de France has long been considered the most elite and prestigious cycling event in the world. The course is a grueling 2,300 mile (3,500 km) race that spans over 23 days. The race is tough even for elite riders and nearly impossible for amateur cyclists. 

In 2009, David Rogers had a dream of completing the full Tour course as an amateur cyclist. As David and his small team prepared for their epic adventure, David soon realized that this wasn’t just about completing the full Tour de France course, it was about something much bigger and more personal. 

David’s ride was anything but smooth as he battled injuries, inclement weather and equipment issues and it would be one day in particular, on one of the last stages that David would fully realize why he was doing this.  Tired, hurting and cold, David got on his bike for the most challenging stage of the course with a new mindset, failure didn’t come from not finishing, it came from not starting in the first place. 

He would forever have a new motto for life, “Just Start” 

#TourdeFrance #cycling #WhatsYourEverest #ReachingtheSummit #JustStart #8Seconds #ExperientialKnowledge 

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) affects over 62 million people globally and that number could actually be much higher as more and more science and awareness campaigns are launched. On our second episode, we had featured Mindy Harlan (wife of host Dr Mitch) to discuss her firsthand account of raising a child, her son Eric, who has ASD. 

Eric is now a 20-year-old man, and a world-class percussionist with the famed Blue Knights Percussion Ensemble. He shares with us what it was like growing up with ASD and the challenges he faced. But more importantly, he shares how ASD went from a disorder in his life to an incredible ability! 

For more information on Autism Spectrum Disorder please visit: www.autismspeaks.org

#autism #livingwithautism #autismawareness #autismawarenessmonth #BlueKnights #autismisanability

Since the dawn of time, sex has been at the center of humankind. Sex has been celebrated in art and culture and it has been oppressed and vilified in faith. But one thing never seems to change, and that is the desire that humans have for pleasure and intimacy.  

Eva Clay is a renowned sexologist and psychotherapist with extensive training and experience in sex and relationships. Some might even say she is a modern day ‘Dr Ruth’.  

She joins Dr Mitch this week to talk all about the good, the bad and the naughty sides of sex and the role it plays in today’s culture. 

 Learn more about Eva Clay and how she is helping couples find true intimacy: www.evaclay.com 

#sex #intimacy #sexinthebedroom #sexualdesire #sexeducation #sextherapy #experientialknowledge #8seconds

Lt Col Damon Friedman is a decorated special forces combat veteran who served multiple tours in Afghanistan. He has been awarded three Bronze Stars (including one with Valor) along with the Spirit of Hope Award for his work with veterans. But his story of fight and survival began long before he ever stepped foot onto the battlefield. 

Growing up on the streets of Los Angeles, Damon and his twin brother Ray, were raised by a single mother who worked tirelessly to give her boys every opportunity to be successful in life. Unfortunately, that meant constantly running away from their abusive father. Damon and Ray turned to crime to survive and one day, found themselves sitting in a juvenile detention facility. It was here that Damon heard a voice that would change the trajectory of his life for good.

After successfully completing college, Damon enlisted in the Marine Corps and would eventually become an officer in the United States Air Force as a Combat Controller. It was during a fateful mission to the Korengal Valley in Afghanistan that that voice would come back, and Damon’s path would become clear. He was not just a combat soldier; he was a warrior of God.

 Today, Dr Damon Friedman is the founder of the SOF Mission, and serves to help millions of veterans suffering from PTSD and other mental health issues find their path to health and faith. 

Learn more about SOF Missions at: www.sofmissions.org 

#combatveteran #veteranlivesmatter #mentalhealth #suicideprevention #faith #faithingod #warriorofgod #experientialknowledge #8seconds

When Larry Leith decided to open a new restaurant, he had no knowledge of the restaurant business or even being a chef. He also had no idea that his idea would spawn an entirely new type of dinning experience, ‘fast-casual’. 

Larry’s vision was to open a Japanese inspired dining experience that was healthy, and with a fun atmosphere that was somewhere between casual dining and fast food. Nothing like it existed, and everyone thought he was crazy. 

After opening his first Tokyo Joe’s in 1996, Larry now has 30 locations. But Larry’s story doesn’t just stop there. Maybe more impressive is the culture that Larry has developed within Tokyo Joe’s that truly sets him apart. Just walk into any Joe’s and immediately you will see that Larry’s team is not what you might expect. 

He breaks down the stigmas and barriers that other restaurants might have by hiring team members with tattoo’s, piercings and multi-colored hair. Larry believes that it is less about how his team looks and all about their passion to provide their guests with a positive experience. This is Larry’s story.  

#FastCasual #BreakingBarriers #Tattoos #AsianInfusion #HealthyFastFood #success #entrepreneurship

On March 22, 2021, Boulder Colorado was brought to it's knees when news broke about a shooting that had occurred inside of a grocery store. Law enforcement officers from all over responded to the scene where 10 people lost their lives. 

This story hit close to home for our Truth Talks team as Producer Chad personally knows many of the officers who responded that day. As a veteran and former law enforcement officer himself, he brings some insight into what some of those who were there that day may be going through now in terms of mental health and the struggles they will face going forward. 

We encourage anyone, especially our first responder friends, to to someone... a supervisor, a commander, a chaplain, a friend, or a professional if they feel that they need a little help overcoming this tragedy. Asking for help is not a sign of weakness but rather, a sign of strength so that you can continue to help and serve those around you. 

God Bless

#BoulderStrong #MentalHealthHelp

If you need help, please reach out:

National Crisis Center: 1-800-273-8255 

Veterans Crisis Hotline: 1-800-273-8255

On Saturday June 6, 2020, Stephen Rowe told his son Iain, “I Love You” as he left to go to his moms for the weekend. That night, his phone rang and the voice on the other end delivered the news no parent wants to hear, “your son is missing”. 

Lake Michigan can be an incredibly violent body of water, and that night was no exception. As Stephen arrived at Holland State Park he was met by members of the Search and Rescue team, Police, and family and friends. But all he could see was the violence and evil of the white caps on Lake Michigan that night as he prayed that God help find his son.

Unfortunately, rescue crews would find Iain’s body the following day and a criminal investigation ensued against Iain’s mother. Stephen now faced one of the toughest decisions of his life, spiral down a dark path of anger, guilt and sadness, or seek out the treasures that the Lord blesses us with every day. For Stephen, the choice was simple, faith in God and the path he is on so that he can join Iain again one day. Iain was one of the treasures God blessed him with and his story, while tragic, is a love story. 

#LakeMichigan #DeadlyGreatLakes #GreatLakes #Faith #8Seconds #ExperientialKnowledge 

To learn more about Iain Rowe and the Live Like Iain Foundation, please visit: www.livelikeiain.org