Two Dates and a Dash Podcast

Garth is a graduate of the United States Military Academy (West Point) where he also played football. After graduating, Garth was quickly identified as a candidate for the US Army's Special Forces. After completing the required training, Garth was assigned to the 3rd Special Forces Group stationed in Fort Bragg, NC. Garth commanded a Helo company within 3rd Group and was deployed numerous times in support of operations in Haiti and around the globe. Garth is married with two children and currently owns a State Farm Insurance Agency in Northeast PA.

Loren Michaels-Harris is a motivator. A former foster child, Michaels-Harris strives to inspire and uplift every person who crosses his path. His message shows those who want to know, that while life is full of challenges, “it is our challenges that provide us our greatest opportunities for growth and learning,” he says. As a mentor, “Break Through Coach,” author and friend, Michaels-Harris believes that we are all a part of “The Ripple Effect,” and that it is his duty to use his story to create a ripple that will reach around the globe. To achieve this, Michaels-Harris is embarking on a tour in 2019, speaking from the heart to give hope to those who are desperate to break through the various “glass ceilings” of their lives. “My goal in life is to expose as many people as possible to this systematic approach that has worked 100 percent in providing a template for me to follow, a template that has provided me with a life that before I only dreamed about.” Michaels-Harris loves his Creator, loves being creative, and he loves books, music and all things of beauty. His favorite saying is: “I love me.” In addition to his newly released album, “Turn It Around” Loren has been featured on Larry King Live; NPR; PEOPLE Magazine; ABC; NBC; CBS; CNN; and FOX.

Shannon Jaccard is the chief executive officer and co-founder of Ballast Health, an organization dedicated to creating stability in turbulence. She the recent past CEO of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) San Diego. Shannon serves on several boards including RI International and the Meeting Place Clubhouse in San Diego County.

Shannon has received numerous awards and was named one of San Diego's "50 People to Watch" by San Diego Magazine. She is a published author and has started several innovative programs. In 2002, Shannon founded Compeer San Diego, a nonprofit organization to provide friendship and support to individuals with a mental illness. She earned her bachelor’s degree in political science from the University of California, San Diego and her Masters of Business Administration from California State University, San Marcos. Shannon is a Fellow of the inaugural class of the Health Innovators Program and a member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network.

Dawn is a former employee of the US Bureau of Prisons and is the wife of a retired Federal Agent. By all accounts, they had the best life with the best opportunities that any family could ask for in this life. The ugly truth about the Opioid Epidemic is that it doesn't care if you are rich or poor or if you have loving parents or not. Sadly, Dawn and her husband, Jim, lost their oldest daughter, Gabrielle to an opioid overdose. Today, Dawn and Jim are advocates for ending the opioid crisis so that no other family has to endure the heartache and sadness that they went through with their beautiful daughter.

Tony is a husband, father, friend, and serial entrepreneur. His current ventures include ShipOffers, a five year Inc 5000 fastest growing company. His mission to bring fulfillment to the world extends from traditional fulfillment services to personal fulfillment. He formed BEFULFILLED, where entrepreneurs know they can achieve their dreams despite their hardships. BEFULFILLED is home to a podcast that reaches over 5,000 listeners in North America and features other entrepreneurs coming together to redefine success. The BEFULFILLED Facebook community formed online. Now, thousands of business owners share their weekly goals with accountability checks and access to live Q&As with experts. As well as having first access to international networking events. The newest addition to BEFULFILLED is the journal. The journal is a proven model to help people achieve more without their personal lives suffering. Tony also travels the world as a speaker. He teaches founders both the pitfalls to avoid and the keys to attaining their own journey to fulfillment.

Sonny Tannan is the Founder and Co-Host of the Unlearn Show, Co-Founder of Real Life Brand, a LinkedIn video creator, an in demand public speaker, a Veteran, and according to his 3 year old son, an awesome dad. With over a decade of experience in Business Development, leading U.S. Marines & traveling the world, Sonny believes that we can all maximize our potential by humanizing our brand messaging. You can reach Sonny at https://www.linkedin.com/in/sonnytannan/ and http://reallifebrand.com/

Joshua Berglan, aka The World’s Mayor, is driven to be a voice for the voiceless and empower others to live their truth. Whether it is on stage or behind a microphone on his shows, Josh VS Joshua or Gratitude:UnFiltered, Joshua speaks his unapologetic truth. After living in the shadows for most of his life, he now relentlessly shines a light on a darkness that prevented him from living his best life, blessed, forgiven and free. Joshua is proof that regardless of how nasty ones past may be, God has a purpose for all of it…..and that purpose is good! Joshua is also an expert in brand strategy and a strategic partnership specialist where he believes “everyone gets to win”. This is what led people to start calling him The World’s Mayor. has helped brands get on QVC, HSN, setup global distribution and assisted in taking a startup skincare line public. has worked with A list celebrities, high profile influencers and world renowned physicians to create (develop) their own product lines. has produced major award shows, podcast, fundraisers, after parties and film. has consulted for global brands, entrepreneurs, celebrities and influencers. will be appearing in 3 soon to be released films, appeared on Fox Business News and been seen in Vanity Fair Mexico. has spoken on stages all over the country and has emceed award shows, fundraisers and inspirational seminars. He is the creator of the shows Josh VS Joshua, Gratitude:UnFiltered and Morning Gratitude, which can be found on Amazon Fire, ROKU, Apple TV, IHeartRadio, Spotify, Stitcher, TuneIn Radio, iTunes, Facebook Live, YouTube and over 100 more platforms worldwide.

Nick Maruca is an inspirational man who has overcome the stigma and physical limitations that come with Cerebral Palsy to become one of the best Strength and Conditioning Coaches in the Country. He was recently named the 2019 New Jersey National High School Strength and Conditioning Coach of the Year.

Curt Schilling is a three time world series champion - once with the Arizona Diamondbacks and twice with the Boston Red Sox. Curt is also a member of the Philadelphia Phillies Wall of Fame for his career accomplishments with the Phillies - which includes leading them to the 1993 World Series. Curt holds an 11-2 post-season record which is an MLB record. Curt is a vocal advocate for ALS research in addition to several other charities surrounding cancer and other diseases. Curt is married to his wife, Shonda and they have 4 children - Gehrig, Grant, Gabriella and Garrison and they reside in Massachusetts.

David Charles is a graduate of Pottstown Senior High School located in Southeastern, PA. Growing up as the middle child in a subsidized housing development, David has first-hand experience with the obstacles that many youth face on a daily bases in many situations. He grew up knowing what it was like for the adults in his life to work to make ends meet and not have enough time in the day for family engagement. David has also traveled to areas such as California, Florida, New York, Atlanta, and Germany and met many lost children in his travels. While he pursued his music career, he worked to help many youth musicians who crossed his path in subtle ways. He understands the plight of the young man who has a hard time believing that making better choices equates to a better life. The understanding and dream David had then and stays steadfast to today is the motivation behind the creation of S.T.R.I.V.E. Initiative (STRIVE – Strengthening Tomorrow Requires Initiative & Vision Everyday). Currently, David is the Executive Director for STRIVE Initiative. STRIVE is a 501(c)(3) certified nonprofit organization. The goal of STRIVE is simple – to assist under-served youth in realizing their full potential. STRIVE operates as an organization with a purpose to enlighten, aid and enhance the lives of youth in under-resourced areas through character-building programs including arts, recreation, physical activities, education and civic activities. STRIVE is currently working with local school districts to conduct educational programs for at-risk students undecided about their future that may choose an unhealthy way of progression in their lives David’s personal mission continues to be sparked by his sincere commitment to help area youth develop lifelong changes to improve their life and the lives of others. The long-term commitment of STRIVE, under the direction of David, work to support community revitalization through personal development of our precious youth. The younger generation has the potential to be leaders, so it is crucial that they have proper resources and motivation. David has also assisted the psychiatrist at a private nonprofit for more than eight years; empowering participants to find a pathway back to a lifetime of recovery. www.spiritofgheel.org David is also featured on media sites; broadcasting to over 50,000 schools nation wide with physical fitness content.