Come on a wild ride with Taylor as she explains how she made it all the way to opening night of Dallas Cowboys Stadium, to earning hr Ph. D, to becoming a wife and a mom. This women proves that hard work in and out of the classroom really pays off. Taylor will tell you about her ups, and downs, and her all arounds. This is the episode to listen if you are a band kid in middle school, and have no idea what comes next. Listen to Taylor, and she'll tell ya. As always, thank you for listening, and i...
Jun 04, 2025•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Come on a ride with Max as he tells his journey from Don Estridge Middle Scholl all the way to Yale Medical School. Max will explain how he graduated College before he graduated High School. He was told he was too young to go to Medical School at the ripe old age of 18. He did not take that as a set back, he figured out how to shift to Brain Research. To make matters worse, he was not selected for his first choice of matching Colleges. This just helped him grow even more as person. Max is the tr...
May 01, 2025•1 hr 19 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Come along and listen to Kirill tell his story from the Don all the way to Sanford University. Listen to Kirill tell how he went from a middle school kid with big dreams, t making those dreams become a reality. If you ever wanted to be a computer scientist and wok for a space faring company, this is your podcast. Kirill talks about how his hard work in and out of the classroom payed massive dividends by not only reaching his dreams but actually making them come true. If you love STEM Kirill is y...
Mar 31, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Come take a listen to Jordan's story, a kid who was into Pokemon in middle school and turned that into being a social influencer. Then, he used his prelaw knowledge to attend the NBA Draft. This is the ultimate episode about throwing away the rule book and going your own way. Jordan will tell you about the ups the downs and the all arounds of set backs to success. Jordan has a wealth of knowledge for such a young man. If you ever wondered how to be a success on the internet, this is the episode ...
Jan 21, 2025•1 hr 17 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Come take a listen to Fabi tell her story form The Don all the way to London England. Fabi has taken some twists and turns, had to make some hard decisions in order fr her to find her way. Listen as Fabi tells how she decided not to go to her school of her dreams, ignorer for her dreams to be come even bigger. This is a true story of How I Got Here, that is still in the infancy stages. If you wanna know how hard work in and out of the classroom pays off, you have to listen to Fabi's tale....
Dec 18, 2024•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Come take a listen to an incredible story of one year at the Don, to dual enrollment at Boca High and FAU High, to graduating from college at 19 with a degree in Bio sciences. All this to enroll in medical school. But wait, there's more. Then take a quick left turn to try some business management for fun, which all started at the ripe old age of 6. How many can say that is when they started a business? Please take a listen to Darian tell her story of amazing success, and of course her personal b...
May 07, 2024•58 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Open up your ear canal and take a listen to Tyler tell his story from the first Don Championship, to a scholarship to St. Andrews, Boca High, then to Valencia College, all the way to HoopDiamonds. Tyler will explain how he turned a love of playing basketball, into finding the Diamonds in the ruff. We all can not be a professional athlete, but we can still be a part of the dream in another facet. Tyler is truly the adage hard work will pay off, in this case it sure has. Come take a listen to Tyle...
Mar 29, 2024•55 min•Season 3Ep. 6
Come take a listen to Dominique tell her journey from The Don to London. Hear how Dominique found her calling and what it took to get there. Dominique will tell you how she was able to succeed in all facets of her life. Now she is living her best life across the pond in Jolly Old England. As always, thank your to my guests for telling their story and inspiring the younger generations to reach for their dreams.
Feb 23, 2024•50 min•Season 3Ep. 5
Come take a listen to Matty tell his story from the Don to D1. Let Matty take you on his journey from a gifted kid at the Don to Grandview Prep, to Emory U, and finally to Lipscomb U. Matty will tell you what it took to win at the Don, academically and athletically, and take that winning to High School, as well as two university winning experiences. Matty will tell you the challenges he faced along the way. This is a true success story that focuses around hard work in and out of the classroom. I...
Jan 20, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Season 3Ep. 4
Come take a listen to Miles tell his story from Club 128 all the way to the boxing ring. He tells a story that starts on The Don soccer pitch and ends up in the Squared circle. Miles explains being a jokester and turning that into a Soccer podcast. Miles will take you on a joinery of unexpected twists and turns, yet it all works out in the end. As always, ty for listening.
Nov 27, 2023•43 min•Season 3Ep. 3
If you want to know more about Ms. McGrath and her journey from Illinois farm country, to FAU college of Education, all the way to the Hallow halls of The Don, and to winning Ms. South Florida Fair, come take a listen to this episode. Annie/Ms. McGrath will tell you how hard work in and out of the classroom actually paid off for her success.
Oct 31, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Come take a listen to Natalia tell her story of how she made it all the way to Howard University. Natalia will explain her ups and downs, her success, and how it all turned from the LSATs to Public a policy work. Please take a moment to listen to her story. If your interested, please contact me for your turn to be interviewed and tell your story of How You Got Here.
Sep 22, 2023•53 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Did you ever want to do Cosplay? Have you ever wanted to create a character of your own? Do you like to sew? Come take a listen to how Raisa the Raisin was born. Raisa will tell you how she discovered her love of comic books, and cosplay along with finding the love her life (not in my class), in middle school. Come listen to how the love of learning, the love of the library, and the love of taking a chance has payed off for Raisa the Raisin. Come listen to how hard work from The Don, to FAU High...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Come take listen to how a kid who wanted to play baseball wound up in LA in charge of an 80,000 person Friendly tuneup World Cup game. McGwire will tell you about his journey form The Don all the way to UF, then to the bright lights of the World Cup stage in Los Angeles. This is a great inspirational story for anyone that comes to the realization that becoming a collegiate athlete may not happen, but other opportunities sure will. Come along for McGwire's journey and maybe he can open your eyes ...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 8
Come take a listen to Nico tell his journey story of how he went from Club 128, to Boca Raton High School, to University of Florida for undergrad and masters degrees, all the way to working for the newest and most interesting investing company to come along in a long time. Come listen as Nico talk about his favorite sport and how that it motivated him and gave him focus.
Mar 02, 2023•1 hr 6 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Did ya ever wanna study bugs? Well neither did Trudy. She wanted to be a vet, but realized that was not her bag. Come along and listen to the story that Trudy tells about leaving Club 128, to HS to The University of Florida, to changing majors, and finally finding her passion. Who knows, maybe this episode can change your mindset and direction. All it takes is one story to change your whole life.
Feb 11, 2023•40 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Come take a journey on the ride that is Marley K. From Don Estridge Club 128, the baseball field, Boca High, to North Eastern University, to George Washington Law School, to being an Environmental Lawyer. If you wanted to know what takes to make out of high school, go to a prestigious university, and finally become a lawyer, this is your episode. Come listen as Marley tells you of his love of environmental studies that took him all the way to law school. Once again, thank you for listening and I...
Jan 20, 2023•52 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Come hear Megan tell her story for the Volleyball court of The Don, all the way to the Beach Volleyball Court of the AVP. Listen how Megan turned a love for Volleyball into a side hustle, and then to a life long obsession. Megan will tell you about her hard work in middle school, high school, then college, and finally becoming an engineer. Megan will tell you that hard work in and out of the classroom really payed off for her on and off the court.
Jan 06, 2023•57 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Come and listen to Jazz tell his story form middle school, to High School, to the Army, and all the way to Nasa. Hold on, it is a bumpy ride to get to where he wants to be. This is a story of unwavering determination for success. If you ever thought your journey was difficult and next to impossible to achieve, come hear this tale. Jazz opens up about his family growing up, and his current support system. This is truly a story of inspiration, determination, and execution of a dream come true. As ...
Nov 21, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 3
Come follow Eric on his journey from Don Estridge (2011) to West Boca Community HS (2015), to undergrad a UF (2019), U Tennessee Pharmacy School (currently). Eric shares his journey from the public library, and the early teachings of his mom, all the way to Pharmacy school. Eric will tell his story of having a twin sister, and all the help, positivity, and love they have for each other. Eric explains the experience he and his sister had with Mom, and her early starts and push to excel in educati...
Oct 17, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Come listen to Dominique's story of being a twin of Haitian immigrants to valedictorian of her High School class, to the hallowed halls of Yale University, to working in the City That Never Sleeps, NYC. Listen as Dominique talks about what it takes to graduate #1 in her class and attend one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Dominique explains how an early start with education by her mom really pays dividends later in life. If you ever wondered if hard work in and out of the clas...
Aug 16, 2022•57 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Listen as Sarah tells her story from Don Estridge all the way to Paris, France. Sarah will discuss her high school experience at Park Vista, her breeze through college at Flagler College in just two years with a bachelor's degree in International Relations and Political Science, moving to NYC during the pandemic, moving to Paris to be an au pair, and finally going to graduate school in France for a degree in Global Communications and Fashion. Sarah's path is not typical. Come listen as she revea...
Aug 16, 2022•59 min•Season 1Ep. 9
Come listen to Jessica Far tell her story from the drama department at South Miami Middle School, all the way to the bright light of Hollywood. Jessica will take you on her journey from actress training to actress doing. If you truely want to hear how hard work in and out of the classroom pays off, then take a listen to Jessica's journey.
May 16, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 7
Come listen as Connor tells his story from Club 128 all the way to MIT Basketball court, and then to the Big Apple of NYC. Connor will explain his highs and lows, chances not taken, and great results.
May 09, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 6
This episode is about Rachel Tumada, AKA Ms. Mada a Miami-based DJ. Ms. Mada has performed all around the world spinning music at concerts like Ultra Miami, all the way to South America, and EDC Las Vegas. She will tell you her story from my class way back in 2001 on 9/11, all the way to the front of the stage spinning her style of music. Ms. Mada will explain that drive equals success, and it does not have to be academic. This was an eye-opening interview for me since I was solely focused on cl...
Apr 26, 2022•42 min•Season 1Ep. 5
This is my interview with Camilo Restrepo. He will tell history of How He Got Here from Middle School to working for The Premier Online Vintage and Classic Car Auctions. Camilo was always nuts about cars, and is a bonafide car nut. He tells us his story from Middle School, to High School, then College, switching Colleges, and majors, to selling cars at a dealership, and finally landing a national search for a dream job. Listen as Camilo guides us on his journey to where he wanted to be, and How ...
Jan 09, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 3
This is the second installment of the How I got Here Podcast where I am interviewing Sumeet Jena. He will tell us about his experiences before during and after middle school. Sumeet will take you on a journey from going to the library with his family, middle school, high school, and all the way to the University of Florida for a degree in engineering and sports journalism. Come take a listen to How Sumeet Got Here.
Dec 06, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Nov 01, 2021•31 sec
This is episode one, the first installment of How I Got Here. It is featuring Serena Combs, a Division One Golfer, a current law student, and her story of how she got here.
Nov 01, 2021•44 min•Season 1Ep. 1
