We all know what it’s like to feel constrained in some way. Whether restricted by family or a job, the freeness of truly spreading our wings and taking flight is second to none. Today on Living As You, we sit down with a fearless self-starter and the current Director of Administration for the Inspiring Children Foundation, Irene Frazier. In our interview, we discuss Irene’s journey from Taiwan, family sacrifices, and the discernment process when choosing which passions to follow. If you are at a...
Sep 16, 2021•56 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Have you ever realized that you are not your thoughts? Mental Performance Coach, Derick Grant, would attest that you are the awareness behind your thoughts, not the thoughts themselves. The former Globetrotter and current speaker is a giant believer that stillness and awareness of one’s thoughts is where the magic of life exists. This week on Living As You, we sat down with the mindfulness coach to talk life perceptions, releasing expectations, and the power of belief. Everything that you are lo...
Sep 10, 2021•40 min•Season 5Ep. 4
What gives you hope in the hardest of times? Is it a future event? A family member or friend? This week on Living As You, we sit down with a warrior who has chosen hope amidst poverty, tragedies, and multiple natural disasters. Gary Pierre is a rising senior at Franciscan University, collegiate tennis player, and master of six languages. Whether speaking with the US Congress or interning with the United Nations, this courageous leader is changing the world through humility and hope. Enjoy a conv...
Aug 30, 2021•57 min•Season 5Ep. 3
What’s one of the hardest things about showing up to work every day? Appreciating the monotonous challenges that every job entails. Our Living As You guest of the week, Lindsay Allen, would attest that consistency and valuing the grind are two actions that will bring anyone greater fulfillment in their profession. This week, we sit down with the WNBA basketball player and Indiana Fever star to talk family influences, positive mindsets, and pre-game mindfulness. If you’ve never chatted with the N...
Aug 11, 2021•35 min•Season 5Ep. 2
At this moment in time, you are on your own unique life adventure, an experience that Joseph Campbell coined “The Hero’s Journey.” Whether you’re advancing towards a call or encountering a trial, James McGee would argue that following what’s right is the secret of conquering the journey of life. This week on “Living As You,” we sit down with the former Irish professional tennis player and current Inspiring Children Foundation Staff Member to discuss life’s purpose, the art of meditation, and the...
Aug 05, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Season 5Ep. 1
When was the last time you felt awe? Have you ever simply stopped and taken a second to soak in your life up until this point? As Kelly Price would say, enjoying the adventure is absolutely everything. Today on the “Living as You” Podcast, we share a wonderful conversation with the entrepreneur and speaker about surviving the adversity of life, paying attention to essential details, and trusting that everything happens when it’s supposed to happen. Is the journey or destination more important to...
Jul 27, 2021•53 min•Season 4Ep. 20
How often do you think about the choices you make and where your input is coming from? Is it your intuition guiding your path? Or your mind? To Inspiring Children Foundation Intern, Ricky Sypert, our power lies in how we choose to respond to the adversity of life. This week on the “Living As You” Podcast, we sit down with the rising UNLV senior and tennis manager to discuss building momentum upon right choices and the essence of saying “no” in order to say “yes.” With thousands of choices every ...
Jul 15, 2021•48 min•Season 4Ep. 19
How do you feel about the medical care that you receive? What changes would you make if you had the opportunity? According to health advocate and author, Dan Pelino, the quality of our care can largely depend on the personal relationships we have with our health care providers. This week on “Living As You,” we share a conversation with the founder of the “Everyone Matters” enterprise on how to better personalize health care, create value-based services, and listen to the magical force of our int...
Jul 08, 2021•42 min
When was the last time you opened up to somebody about a mental health struggle or a challenge in life? To Noah Rubin, vulnerability and life stories have the power to shift our culture towards greater connections and less loneliness. This week on Living As You, we sit down with the professional tennis player and founder of “Behind The Racquet,” a mental health platform designed to allow tennis players a chance to share their life stories. Enjoy an action-packed conversation on self-belief, real...
Jul 03, 2021•57 min•Season 4Ep. 17
Do you believe in the power and ripple effect of small actions? What about a life dedicated to making the world a better place? In Jeremy Dorsey’s case, this phenomenon became most evident when he lost his Dad to cancer. This week on Living As You, the fitness entrepreneur and Atlanta Braves Baseball Operations Fellow shares stories of his Dad’s influence and positive impact on his own life. Get ready to dive into the influence of family, importance of physical health, and life-changing nature o...
Jun 16, 2021•54 min•Season 4Ep. 16
Do you remember a certain teacher who positively impacted you in school? Who pushed you to think more about life as opposed to just a particular subject? To many, this figure of inspiration has been Chris Stevens. The University of Notre Dame Professor of Business and founding member of Keurig is on a mission to prepare his students for life outside the classroom. This week on Living As You, we explore principles of leadership, a process of building trust, and the importance of self-belief with ...
Jun 10, 2021•49 min•Season 4Ep. 15
When was the last time you felt completely “in the zone?” What if I told you that you could intentionally achieve this state whenever you wanted. This week, we sat down with modeler and flow expert, John Lenhart, on the Living As You Podcast to discuss ways of entering flow state and the biological operating system of our brain. If you’re ready to get in the zone, it’s time to learn how to toggle between intentional focus and lack of control. Welcome to the flow! _________________________ John L...
May 19, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Season 4Ep. 14
When you walk into the arena of life, what tools do you carry? What mindset do you possess? This week, we sat down with current United States Tennis Association President & CEO, Katrina Adams to explore these questions on the “Living As You” Podcast. In our conversation, the former professional tennis player and author of the book “Own The Arena” shares her story of breaking barriers, learning from tournament losses, and remaining laser focused on life goals on & off the tennis court. Ti...
May 13, 2021•46 min
When you think of the word “graceful,” who’s the first person that comes to mind? Gandhi? Mother Teresa? To speaker and writer, Jenn Drakes, grace and gratitude are two of the most powerful values each of us could embody. In this week’s interview, we sat down with the author of “Aladdin Carpets” and host of the podcast “One Life Fully Lived” to talk releasing comparisons, asking the deeper questions, and moving to your own beat. Who’s ready for the "G Squared" Attitude! _________________________...
May 06, 2021•47 min•Season 4Ep. 12
What does the universe sound like? Do our senses truly experience the full extent of reality? To Murray Hidary, music is the mystical tool that can allow each of us to more fully connect with the infinite universe. This week, we sat down with the entrepreneur, pianist, and composer to explore Zen teachings, broken hearts, and a quest for belonging. Despite the abilities our five senses, how much of our world have we actually never encountered? Tune in to find out. _________________________ Murra...
Apr 28, 2021•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 11
How often do you think about hydration? What about the science behind consuming a glass of water? This week on Living As You, we explore the world of hydration with entrepreneur, researcher, and wellness advocate, John Sherwin. From physiological operating systems to the pure joy of creation, John shares the founding story behind his hydration company, Hydrant, and invites each of us into a daily friendship with our bodies. It’s time to grab some electrolytes and drink up! ______________________...
Apr 22, 2021•57 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Have you ever tried to view yourself in the 3rd person? What about objectively treat yourself as someone you’ve never met before? In this week’s “Living As You” conversation, we explore the idea of perspective and mindset shifts with comedian, film writer, and creative designer, Jennifer Jane. Between climbing mountains and baking cakes, the screen producer has made it her life goal to change the world through humor and kindness. Welcome to a discussion on releasing fears, crafting plans, and le...
Apr 15, 2021•55 min•Season 4Ep. 9
When you were a child, who inspired you? How did this person go on to shape your life and the decisions you've made? In Stan Wilcox’s view, each of us have the power and opportunity every day to serve the next generation of leaders, educators, and athletes. In this week’s “Living As You” podcast discussion, we sat down with the current Executive Vice President of Regulatory Affairs at the NCAA to talk cooperation between parties, preparation for the moments of infinite possibility, and myths of ...
Apr 07, 2021•49 min•Season 4Ep. 8
In a world of great distraction and temptation, what keeps you rooted in your values? What is your life foundation built upon? This week on “Living As You,” we sit down with a Jesuit educator of 51 years and former President of Jesuit High School in Portland, Oregon, John Gladstone. A graduate of Xavier University, John has built his life bedrock upon a loving family of 7 siblings and two wonderful parents. In our conversation today, we explore the importance of faith, the power of presence, and...
Apr 01, 2021•58 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Have you ever heard of shoe school? What about a company that was created around the sport of tennis? We recently had the great pleasure of sitting down with Ian Hamilton, a 26 year Board Chairman of US & Canada Sports Camps and 13 year Nike Global Director of Tennis Sports Marketing. Today’s Living As You episode breaks down Nike’s founding philosophies, Ian’s kidney transplant, and the fundamental idea that everyone has a story. Enjoy! _________________________ Ian Hamilton https://underre...
Mar 24, 2021•45 min•Season 4Ep. 6
What aspect of your daily profession gives you joy? Is it the relationships? A particular opportunity? The chance to create? To human performance specialist, Chris Knerl, pursuing the things that we love is essential to finding purpose in life. Today on Living As You, we sit down with the former US Air Force Special Operations Human Performance Director and current Performance Manager at Howard Head Sports Medicine to discuss intentionality, building trust among colleagues, and living with grit....
Mar 17, 2021•54 min•Season 4Ep. 5
What is your definition of the word, "home?" Is it a place? A country? A culture? To Carlos Homedes, a former Nike Global Vice President and travel extraordinaire, home is where each of our hearts exist. This week on Living As You, we share a conversation with the global leader and tennis champion on the power of travel, vulnerability, and connection across cultures. Despite physical separations by water or land, our desire to live, laugh, and experience life to the fullest transcends any border...
Mar 10, 2021•53 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Do you remember the last time you truly laughed with joy? What is it about laughter that seems to make it the best medicine of all? In today’s Living As You episode, we sit down with hospital clown, international mime, and professional comedian, Albert Alter. After time with Ringling Bros & Barnum and Bailey Circus, the performer has made it a lifelong goal to share humor and joy with every single person he encounters. Welcome to a story encapsulating the beautiful moments of grace and meani...
Mar 03, 2021•52 min•Season 4Ep. 3
What if I told you that it wasn’t the type of adversity that defines each of us, but how we respond? Current WNBA Fever basketball star, Lauren Cox, would argue that challenges present one of the greatest opportunities to make an impact. We recently sat down with the Baylor graduate on “Living As You” to discuss her battle with Type 1 diabetes and the importance of bringing a fierce determination to the every day battles of life. It's time to use adversity as a launching pad to change this world...
Feb 24, 2021•46 min•Season 4Ep. 2
When was the last time you took a moment to reflect on the deeper questions of life? How much more impactful and purposeful did that make your personal experience on this Earth? This week on Living As You, we sat down with Holy Cross priest and scholarly theologian, Father Kevin Grove. From emphasizing the importance of taking leaps within a community to helping others find peace of mind amidst the uncertainty of life, Father Kevin has transformed his experiences at Cambridge and the University ...
Feb 17, 2021•48 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Global Vietnamese peace activist, Thich Nhat Hanh once famously said, “Live the actual moment. Only this actual moment is life.” To a similar figure of justice, Greg Carpinello, presence is cultivated by abundantly loving the moment right now. The Executive Director of the Pacific Northwest Jesuit Volunteer Corps has embraced a life philosophy of discernment and has committed himself to helping others immerse themselves in faith-filled values. In a recent “Living As You” conversation, we had the...
Feb 03, 2021•51 min•Season 3Ep. 20
How often do you think about the most vulnerable populations in this world? Perhaps the individuals living alongside of you, but in a completely different state of health, privilege, or circumstance? For the current Executive Director of Blanchet House, Scott Kerman, forgetting about these communities is not an option. The former Criminal Defense attorney and University of Portland professor is intent on restoring visibility to the most vulnerable of our community, especially those without shelt...
Jan 28, 2021•53 min•Season 3Ep. 19
When you think of changing the world, whose lives do you envision benefiting? Entrepreneur Mike Rubino is intent on impacting our local communities. The communication guru has made local communities a priority his entire life. From creating his own consulting firm, Impact Forward, to inspiring world leaders to engage more locally, Mike is on a mission to empower the communities that many people overlook. Get ready for an unreal “Living As You” conversation on perseverance, launching diversity, a...
Jan 20, 2021•53 min•Season 3Ep. 18
As a human species, are we more similar or different? After 31 years as a Nike innovator, current entrepreneur and creator of the Tribella Aerator, Skip Lei, would contend that we’re more connected than we think, despite our perceived differences. In this week’s “Living As You” conversation, we sat down with the hilarious inventor to discuss the joy in living one’s unique life, the importance of establishing personal values, and the essence of resetting our moral compass. Think about your own co...
Jan 13, 2021•53 min•Season 3Ep. 17
How do you create change? When is the right time to act? Current Emergency Medical Technician, Patrick Bancke, would say that change starts when awareness speaks. The President of Nepal Medics has been enacting change for over 25 years in rural emergency medical services, cumulating in the creation of Nepal Medics. Whether it’s embracing the uncertainty of life or taking the time to forge personal relationships, Patrick has committed himself to taking every opportunity to empower communities acr...
Jan 06, 2021•47 min•Season 3Ep. 16
