Episode 140: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Mike Dechert U.S. Marine & Cancer Warrior. In this episode, I sit down with Mike Dechert, a U.S. Marine and cancer warrior who is dedicating his life to reminding others they're never alone. From his years of military service to his ongoing battle with illness. Mike opens up about his mission to help others feel loved, connected, and seen—especially those who are hurting, sick, or isolated. His story ...
Jul 23, 2025•59 min•Ep. 140
Episode 139: Re-release, Episode 1 of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Coach Rob Bare. (The one that started it all) In this episode, I re-released episode 1 featuring Cedar Crest High School Track & Field Coach, Rob Bare. Rob is a dedicated coach, lifelong runner, and author whose story is grounded in perseverance and purpose. Coach Bare has shaped countless young athletes—both on and off the track. He wrote a deeply personal book, Braving Your Adv...
Jul 16, 2025•39 min•Ep. 139
Episode 138: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with David Millar, Med Student who is 6 years sober, an Ultra Endurance Athlete & an advocate for addiction recovery. In this episode, I welcome back to the studio David Millar, a medical student at Penn State Hershey who’s preparing to run the Ironstone 100K Ultra—a brutal 62-mile mountain race across Pennsylvania. But David isn’t just running for the challenge. He’s dedicating every mile to those affecte...
Jul 09, 2025•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 138
Episode 137: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Justin Tice, Certified Personal Trainer and Motivational Life Coach. In this episode, I sit down with Justin Tice, a Certified Personal Trainer and Motivational Life Coach based in Lebanon, PA. Justin’s journey is nothing short of remarkable. After the loss of his father, a serious heart diagnosis at age 12, and a major turning point in 2016 when he weighed 436 pounds, Justin made the courageous decision ...
Jul 02, 2025•40 min•Ep. 137
Episode 136: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Vandon Tricamo Founder & Owner of Moon Dragon Fitness. In this episode, I sit down with Vandon Tricamo, founder of Moon Dragon Fitness. With over 30 years of experience in martial arts and strength training, Vandon blends traditional disciplines like Kung Fu, Qigong, and Drunken Boxing with modern fitness science to help people achieve lasting, positive change. He shares how his journey led to buildin...
Jun 25, 2025•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 136
Episode 135: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Luke Hains Spine Specialist & Advocate for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. In this episode, I sit down with my cousin Luke Hains, a spine specialist for VB Spine. Luke opens up about growing up in Lebanon, PA, and how his younger brother’s battle with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy shaped his purpose. From working in medical tech to running marathons and raising awareness, Luke’s story is driven by one thin...
Jun 18, 2025•56 min•Ep. 135
Episode 134: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Brandi Whitman Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Move Forward Counseling. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Brandi Whitman, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Move Forward Counseling, whose path to becoming a therapist was anything but typical. After tragically losing her father to a heart attack at 17—while taking an EMT class—Brandi faced heartbreak, academic setbacks, and career uncertain...
Jun 11, 2025•55 min•Ep. 134
Episode 133: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with David Millar Medical student at Penn State College of Medicine. In this episode I talk with David Millar, a first-year medical student at Penn State College of Medicine with a powerful story of transformation. After struggling with addiction during his teenage years and facing academic setbacks, David found sobriety—and with it, a renewed sense of purpose. Now nearly six years sober, he’s on the path to b...
Jun 04, 2025•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 133
Episode 132: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Shaina McDonald & Bruce Lindsey President & Honorary Board Member of Interseeding Foundation. PART 3 of 3. In this episode, Shaina & retired Marine Bruce share their mission to support veterans, active military & first responders. They have a vision of creating a safe, judgment-free space where people can gather around a campfire, share stories & work through challenges without fear of...
May 28, 2025•30 min•Ep. 132
Episode 131: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Shaina McDonald & Bruce Lindsey President & Honorary Board Member of Interseeding Foundation. PART 2 of 3. In this episode of the American Grown Podcast, Shaina McDonald, President of the Interseeding Foundation, tells us about her remarkable story of resilience. Shaina opens up about her harrowing experience of being swatted—that led to her being wrongfully placed in a mental hospital. She shares...
May 21, 2025•48 min•Ep. 131
Episode 130: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Shaina McDonald & Bruce Lindsey President & Honorary Board Member of Interseeding Foundation. PART 1 of 3. In this episode of the American Grown Podcast, we delve into the impactful work of Shaina McDonald, President of the Interseeding Foundation. Founded from a personal experience, the foundation offers a unique approach to supporting military personnel and emergency responders facing mental hea...
May 14, 2025•57 min•Ep. 130
Episode 129: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Adam Yarger, Singer & Songwriter for the band Adam & the Armadillos. In this episode Adam shares with us his journey from small-town roots to leading a rising country band, opening up about his songwriting process, the band’s unique sound, and the stories behind their most popular tracks. Tune in for an authentic look at the life of an artist balancing passion, hard work, and the dream of making i...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 129
Episode 128: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Jenna Palumbo Owner of CrossFit Hershey. In this episode Jenna shares with us her journey to becoming the sole owner of CrossFit Hershey. She went from teaching kids in the classroom to teaching all ages in CrossFit. Jenna has created a truly unique community where all are welcome. To learn more about CrossFit Hershey click here: https://www.crossfithershey.com This episode is brought to you by these spon...
Apr 30, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 128
Episode 127: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Jason Rice - Head Football Coach at Northern Lebanon HS. Part 2 of 2. In this episode Jason talks about how the game of football is much more than wins and losses. With that in mind he hates to lose. And like so many great coaches it is that mindset that sets him apart from others. Jason hopes to make a real impact on the young men he coaches and help prepare them for life after football. Lean on those ar...
Apr 23, 2025•43 min•Ep. 127
Episode 126: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Jason Rice Head Football Coach at Northern Lebanon HS. PART 1 of 2. In this episode Jason shares with us his journey to become a head football coach at Northern Lebanon and a learning support teacher in special education at Cedar Cliff. This is a young man who is motivated to not only better himself but also those around him. Make sure to come back next week to hear part two. To learn more about NL Athlet...
Apr 16, 2025•42 min•Ep. 126
Episode 125: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Jake Mach Country Singer & Songwriter. In this episode Jake share with us how while stationed in the Navy he survived COVID on the USNS Comfort off the coast of New York City. While serving Jake and the crew were sent to stay at a hotel in the city to help prevent the spread. It was at this time that Jake really started writing songs and performing them for his fellow crew-members. When Jake got back ...
Apr 09, 2025•55 min•Ep. 125
Episode 124: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Ali Perrotto CEO of SARCC: Sexual Assault Resource & Counseling Center of Lebanon & Schuylkill Counties. In this episode Ali shares with us her journey to become the CEO of SARCC. An organization founded back in 1983 right here in Lebanon county. SARCC (Sexual Assault Resource & Counseling Center) aims to help survivors of sexual abuse by providing 24-hour support at no-cost to the community. ...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 124
Episode 123: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Tom Gerhart President of Gerhart Financial Services. In this episode Tom shares with us his story from playing under Friday night lights to earning a spot with the Philadelphia Eagles. GO BIRDS! After spending some time playing professional football he made the decision to take his drive and ambition into the world of finance. Tom started his finance business and later launched The Anne Fund to honor his ...
Mar 19, 2025•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 123
Episode 122: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with M.C. Ryder Local Award Winning Author. In this episode MC shares with us her story of turning COVID lockdowns into a positive. Since the early days of the pandemic MC has written multiple books that range from fantasy to inspirational. To share a quote from her book My Journey as an Author. "Nothing in this life comes for free...you have to earn it every step of the way." To learn more about M.C. Ryder cl...
Mar 12, 2025•55 min•Ep. 122
Episode 121: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Heather Herman Owner of House of Hair. In this episode Heather returns to the studio to provide us with an update on her busy lifestyle & the many successes her and her team are having at House of Hair. #YOLO To learn more about House of Hair click here: https://www.hhouseofhair.com This episode is brought to you by these sponsors: College Knowledge Foundation. Your path to higher education. Angelo's ...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 37 min•Ep. 121
Episode 120: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Gordon Price & Richard Stutzman Founders of NICK Services. In this episode, Gordon and Richard share their remarkable ability to identify a pressing need in Lebanon County for a non-profit organization that directly impacts children on an individual level. Inspired by this need, they founded NICK Services, an organization dedicated to providing underprivileged youth in Lebanon with the opportunity to ...
Feb 26, 2025•49 min•Ep. 120
Episode 119: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Brian DiMattia MMA Instructor & Host of Food Fight Podcast. PART 2 of 2. ⚠️Explicit Episode (Buckle up for a wild ride. Be prepared for adult content & language.) In this episode Brian shares with us his redemption story from drug addict to going clean. When not recording his Food Fight Podcast he works at Good Tree MMA inspiring others to stand up for themselves. To learn more about Brian click h...
Feb 19, 2025•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 119
Episode 118: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Brian DiMattia MMA Instructor & Host of Food Fight Podcast. PART 1 of 2. ⚠️Explicit Episode (Buckle up for a wild ride. Be prepared for adult content & language.) In this episode Brian shares with us his journey from smoking (weed) what some would consider a gateway drug in school which lead to a downward spiral of drug abuse. You will hear the RAW true side of what being a drug addict is like and...
Feb 12, 2025•55 min•Ep. 118
Episode 117: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Erich Allen Army Helicopter Pilot, Founder, Author & Life Coach. In this episode Erich share with us his journey to becoming an Army helicopter pilot. With his extensive training & education on the importance of time management he created his own revolutionary travel logistics service called Planiversity. We discuss having faith in yourself and trying new things no matter the age. To learn more ab...
Feb 05, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 117
Episode 116: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Tyler Weaver Master Gunsmith & Owner of Precision Rifle Works. In this episode Tyler shares with us his journey to becoming a master gunsmith. From his early days of machine tooling, to graduating gunsmithing school in Pittsburgh. He worked diligently to learn all he could. During COVID while most businesses were struggling to stay open he decided to go full-time as a gunsmith out of his house. You ca...
Jan 29, 2025•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 116
Episode 115: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Bridgett Twiford owner of Taurus Health & Fitness. In this episode Bridgett returns to the studio to share with us her journey from fitness coach to owner of her own fitness club. Since first jumping on the podcast back in June of 2022 (Ep. 4) Bridgett has gotten married and had her first child! She did this all while maintaining a healthy growing business. Her motto training for life. To learn more a...
Jan 22, 2025•45 min•Ep. 115
Episode 114: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Michael Cahill Army Vet & Volunteer Executive Director of Team Jennifer Cahill Charities. In this episode Mike shares with us his journey to become an Army mortarman. While training he was seriously injured requiring 12 surgeries! While on the mend Mike met Jennifer at a local social club and within a short amount of time they were married. The honeymoon was short lived however as Mike & Jennifer ...
Jan 15, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 114
Episode 113: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Liza Zook Author of the book Unstoppable Girl. In this episode Liza shares with us her journey leaving the amish community with the help of her aunt and family. Once free of those bonds she took a tragic event from her past and used it as fuel to write her first ever book, Unstoppable Girl. ⚠️Explicit Episode. To learn more about Liza Zook click here: https://www.instagram.com/unst.oppablegirl24/profileca...
Jan 08, 2025•49 min•Ep. 113
Episode 112: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Greg Munnion & Mitch Spittle Founder & Co-Foudner of 717RunClub. In this episode Greg & Mitch share with us their journey to create what has become one of the fasts growing running clubs here in Lebanon. With the help of some great people like Rob & Mike Bare the club was able to secure some BPN swag. Bare Performance Nutrition owned by Nick & Preston Bare offers athletes an edge in th...
Jan 01, 2025•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 112
Episode 111: of the American Grown Podcast in the Colortech Creative Solutions studios with Courtney Sullivan my amazing wife & #1 fan of the podcast. - In this episode Courtney & I talk all things Christmas. We share our holiday traditions including movies, music & food. We take a deep dive into The Rocks new Christmas movie Red One. From our family to yours we wish you a happy and health Holiday season. - No link this time. Merry Christmas everyone!! - This episode is brought to yo...
Dec 25, 2024•27 min•Ep. 111
