Ward "Scarman" Foley, "One of my greatest accomplishments in life was not overcoming my birth defects from arthrogryposis and the ensuing physical pain from surgeries and assorted mishaps, but surviving the accompanying bullying and humiliation and ultimately learning how to accept and to love myself. Scarman is about empowering children and adults alike to see a glimmer of hope in the darkest of places. Especially from within. We all have scars, some you can see and some you can’t. Helping others to feel so-called normal just the way they are. Being proud of themselves, their struggles and every single scar. Spreading a message of hope, courage and self-acceptance while providing support, friendship and unconditional love."

Greg Vaughn beat colon cancer - TWICE. His will to live and help others do the same, is his purpose in life. His quiet dememanor is as inspiring as his numerous 100 mile marathons he has run. Greg explains how to remove life debilitating thoughts when going through cancer - and humor is THE best way to do it. He works with FightCRC.org to bring more awareness to colon cancer. Find Greg Vaughn and read his inspiring #tolife messages on facebook. He also strongly suggests - GET A COLONOSCOPY. It can and will save your life.

David Rule got a brain tumor at age 18. His mom, Patti Rule, lost a baby, 4 years before. How could humor or laughter be remotely possible in these situations?  Mother and son will not only tell you HOW humor them get through it, they'll tell you WHY we all have to find the way to laugh through the life's most dufficult times. 

Bernie DeKoven was an American game designer, author, lecture and fun theorist. Over the course of his 45-year career he explored how fun and playfulness can positively affect every aspect of personal and interpersonal, community and institutional health. He authored The Well-Played Game (originally published by Doubleday in 1978 and reissued in 2013 by MIT Press) as well as Junkyard Sports, A Playful Path (over 654,000 downloads), and a CD Recess for the Soul, demonstrating how to have more fun in your inner playground.

The intention of this podcast is to help us all get through the emotional state of the Corona Virus scare. Walter David Disney is a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist. After serving 13 years in the US Navy SEALs at SEAL Team 3 in Coronado California, he returned to Kansas City begin his private practice. Walt has been a provider for approximately 500 Veterans and First Responders to recover from PTSD through a holistic, community-based approaches in various organizations. He has Master of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy.

Danny Black lives the value at laughing at yourself. He implements it every day in his professional and personal life. At 4’ 2” tall, Danny is a giant in the hearts of people who have met him or know him. He is funny, caring and keenly aware of his purpose in life. More about Danny Black at shortdwarf.com.

Dr. Chris Celio, PSYD, is a Clinical Psychologist specialist. He has over 12 years of diverse experience, especially in Clinical Psychologist.  Chris proves what you think is wrong with you or a what you think is your short-coming is your gift to give to humanity. Dr. Chris Celio stutters. It doesn't define him, it actually helps his clients open up to him. Chris explains the value humor and laughter can have in getting through suicidal tendencies and depression. Dr. Celio also proves when you laugh at yourself you heal yourself.

WARNING!!  This episode and may be offensive to some. Will C talks candidly of the abuse he suffered as a child and the horrific scenes of war he endured. Both Will C and David joke about them explaining the importance humor brings in turning down the intensity of emotions.

ABOUT WILL C - After serving in the Marine Corps, Army and Air Force Will C hit the road making people laugh. He has traveled the United States as a comedian and has performed all over the world with the USO and Armed Forces Entertainment .
 As an actor you may have seen Will in Yes Man, Seven Pounds, Never Surrender, Article 99, and Mr. and Mrs. Bridge, Christmas, Hail Caesar, Wizards Dream, The Vatican Files, Purge 2, Gone Girl, and Revival.  He has been featured on TV’s Modern Family, MOM,  Hello Ladies, Monk, and Family Jewels.

Will C founded the Veterans of Comedy in 2014 and continues performing and raising awareness for the troops. AGAIN, this podcast is raw because of Will C’’s talking about the real abuse he suffered – then jokes about. He teaches us, you can use humor to get through the horrific events of war and child abuse.

On January 12, 1966 Dave Stevens was born without hips or legs. He has two flipper-like appendages extending from his torso. As a youngster, Dave was determined to play sports. In elementary and high school, with the support of his parents and coaches, Dave played able-bodied sports. He went on to play sports in college, later trying out for professional sports teams. Dave also had successful career at ESPN earning him numerous Emmy’s.

Dave Stevens is a world-class motivational speaker. He continues to work with kids, Wounded Warriors and has three incredible young men. Dave understands how humor breaks down people’s walls of doubt, to lasting, inspiring relationships. You will also hear in this podcast, Dave Stevens is a very funny man.

Max Deweese is 99 years old. He still drives. His wit is as sharp as a Samurai’s

Sword. Max served in the Marines during World War 2. He is highly concerned the freedom he and his other veterans fought for are being lost these days.

Max takes us right into what is was like to serve in the South Pacific during war times. He also explains in detail why the United States dropped the Atomic bomb. The highlight of this interview is when Max explains what the flag means to him and his love of the United States of America.