My guest toda is Emmy award-winning TV journalist veteran Dan Rascon. Dan is the weekend anchor for KSL TV in Salt Lake City. He has traveled the country and world for nearly 30 years, capturing some of the most compelling, heart-wrenching, and inspiring stories. He’s been a solid fixture in the Utah news market since October 1999. He has covered everything from the devastating fires and earthquakes in California to the Oklahoma City Bombing trial in Denver, to the 9-11 terror attacks in New Yor...
Nov 07, 2020•29 min•Ep. 19
Carlo Barrera is a 27-year-old K-2nd Grade Science Teacher at the Speyer Legacy School in Manhattan. He was born in Queretaro, Mexico and his family immigrated to Austin, TX when he was 6 years old. “Mr. B”, as his students call him, majored in Economics at Kenyon College and, afterward, spent two summers interning for Ernst & Young. In his senior year, Carlo was offered a full-time job from EY but decided to turn it down and pursue his passion for teaching. After graduating, Carlo began tea...
Oct 30, 2020•56 min•Ep. 18
My next guest is the mother of 2 daughters and wife of 1 awesome husband. Business owner of a Jimmy Johns franchise for 3 years. Cake baker extraordinaire and recent contestant/medalist in two recent fitness shows at National Physique Committee . She went from 200+ pounds to 140 in 6 months on a strict Keto diet and easily maintained that for 4 years. She then changed to counting macros and working out consistently And dropped to 120 lbs. Today we talk about the big fat why behind her transforma...
Oct 27, 2020•35 min•Ep. 17
My next guest is the founder and chief storyteller of Issimo - A Utah based story agency. They believe in helping people be their best and helping mission driven organizations inspire their audiences and attract capital through social impact storytelling. Stop #othering. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message
Oct 03, 2020•50 min•Ep. 16
My guest today is the mother of 3, wife of one, business owner, farmer, and all around great human. California State Assemblywoman, Megan Dahle. As a Republican, she represents the 1st State Assembly district which covers 9 rural counties in Northeastern California. Specifically, Modoc, Lassen, Shasta, Siskiyou, Nevada, Sierra, Plumas, and parts of Butte and Placer. We go in-depth on the why behind her campaign to run for her husband, California Senator, Brian Dahle's vacated seat in 2019, the c...
Sep 24, 2020•50 min•Ep. 15
It’s no secret that we have and are becoming a more divided people by the day. With every societal challenge and looming crises, we seem to construct more walls than bridges between us. I talk about how we got here and offer 5 ways to heal our neighborhoods and nation. Here is the article for those that prefer to read it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message...
Sep 05, 2020•16 min•Ep. 14
My guest for the second time is one of the greatest Americans I know, only he is Irish. He has been a tireless cheerleader for the ideals and constitutional foundations that have made this country the shining city on the hill in spite of our flaws. He is the host of Freedom's Disciple that airs every Saturday on Blaze media and YouTube. He has over 275 episodes talking about the principles that have made American such a beacon of hope that he has devoted more than 16 years of his life trying to ...
Aug 31, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 13
My guest is Jean Ramy Louis, a 54 year old black man currently living in the great state of Utah. Ramy moved to the states from Haiti when he was 14. He was living a colorblind life until a trip to New Orleans with some dear friends revealed an ugly part of our nation. A part that has come a long way but still needs healing. Pull up a chair and soak it in. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message
Jul 10, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 12
Eight years ago Steve and Jolene Randall lost their 17 year-old son Jake to an accidental heroin overdose. We take a deep dive into the despair, the hope and healing in the wake of burying a child while continuing to nurture and care for the ones left behind. They can be contacted via Jolene's Facebook , Steve's Facebook or email at jomaggie@msn.com if you need support because you or someone you know is going through a similar tragedy. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthetho...
May 31, 2020•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 11
‼️You are more than the personality test may suggest‼️ My guest today is Dr. Benjamin Hardy, 🧠organizational psychologist and bestselling author of Willpower Doesn't Work.📗 His blog is read 👀by millions of people monthly and has been featured on Forbes, Fortune, CNBC, Cheddar, Big Think, and many others and adds priceless value to people’s lives by helping them break free from the shackles of what is perceived as a permanent personality. His website gets hundreds of thousands of views monthly...
May 09, 2020•52 min•Ep. 10
My guest today is Connor Boyack. He founded Libertas Institute in 2011 and serves as its president. Named one of Utah’s most politically influential people by The Salt Lake Tribune, Connor’s leadership has led to dozens of legislative victories spanning a wide range of areas such as privacy, government transparency, property rights, drug policy, education, personal freedom, and more. A public speaker and author of 20 books, he is best known for The Tuttle Twins books, a children’s series introdu...
Apr 25, 2020•41 min•Ep. 13
My guest on the podcast is 28 year-old Quinsea Pratt, program director for Safe Place and the Resource Center at Butte College in Chico, California. She holds a Bachelors degree in social work from California State University, Chico in 2014 and a Masters degree from Dominican Republic University, Chicago in 2015. A successful transition to a life initially marred by abuse, neglect and eventually the murder of her mother. Because of sheer determination and the tireless support of her small town c...
Apr 19, 2020•39 min•Ep. 12
My guest on the podcast today is Aaron Drussell. Trophy Husband to one, father to four, business coach, broker at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate - Influence Partners, speaker, comedic improviser and just an all around good dude. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message
Apr 14, 2020•31 min•Ep. 11
My guest on the show today is none other than co-host of the infamous I Am Salt Lake podcast Chris Holifield. Chris and his wife Krissy are the stellar voices behind one of the most popular and loved podcast shows in Utah. 8 years and 426 episodes under their belts interviewing some of the most interesting people Salt Lake City has to offer. Everyone has a story and they want to hear it. #IAmSaltLake #IAmSaltLakePodcast #ChrisHolifield --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthetho...
Apr 12, 2020•36 min•Ep. 10
Today on the podcast my guests are Alli Bills, branch manager with Intercap Lending; Austin Ingersoll, branch manager with Security National Mortgage; Bruce Tucker, broker with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services and Aaron Drussell, broker with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate. Each one of these local experts share their unique perspectives on the current state of the Utah housing market. So turn down the news and listen up. Things are much stronger and brighter than they may appear. --- Send i...
Apr 12, 2020•52 min•Ep. 9
My guest on the podcast today is Thiefane Magré, COO of @Prouduct. He and his team spend months each year traveling to China sourcing products for multiple clients around the world. We discuss the insights he’s gained from the relationships cultivated with his Chinese business partners and friends. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message
Apr 10, 2020•37 min•Ep. 8
My guests today are Kip Landon; LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Chad Shubin; MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist. Both working for Wasatch Mental Health, serving Wasatch and Utah Counties in the great state of Utah. We talk about how to recognize the emotions we gave and navigate our new world as we battle Covid-19 #COVID19 #2020Pandemic #PandemicMentalHealth #WasatchMentalHealth #MentalHealthUtah --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message...
Apr 08, 2020•18 min•Ep. 7
My guest on the podcast today is 17 year-old Emily Parrish, my daughter. She is an inspiration and example to me during these crazy times we are in. She is capitalizing on the social distancing and down time away from school to perfect her talents and crafts so when the light appears again she’ll be poised for excellence. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message
Apr 02, 2020•12 min•Ep. 6
My guest today is Seth Larsen, owner of Canvas Cutter, manufacturers of some of the best weatherproof camping and hunting bedrolls on the planet. Sleep well my friends. #CanvasCutter #CanvasCutterUtah #Hunting #OutdoorsBedroll #OutdoorEquipment #REI --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message
Mar 29, 2020•53 min•Ep. 5
My guest today is Lisa Taylor, baking sculptor extraordinaire and owner of Taylored Tiers and her daughter and social media manager Raquel Dulaney. Move over Cake Boss. They’re coming for ya. #TayloredTiers #UtahCakeBoss #CakeBoss #UtahWeddingCakes #UtahCakes --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message
Mar 07, 2020•25 min•Ep. 4
My guest today is Heather Perkins, a 911 operator for the city of Provo, Utah for the past 20 years. We do a deep dive behind the scenes of the people that become our best friends when things take a turn for the worst in our lives. #911 #911Operator --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message
Mar 02, 2020•41 min•Ep. 3
My guest today is destination wedding photographer and educator Eden Strader. She officially started her career 4 years ago after dropping out of college and quitting her "secure" job at the behest of her parents. She has grown her business such that she is booked 18 months in advance and has photographed weddings from Hawaii to Switzlerland with a stop or two in the flyover states. She has built a social media following of just under 40K fans and has amassed a client base of over 100 couples. H...
Feb 10, 2020•31 min•Ep. 2
On today's episode my guests are 4 average but not so average teenagers, Emily; 17, Camille; 16 and Landon; 16, all students at Salem Hills High School in Salem, Utah and Jenna; 19, at student at Utah Valley University. We sat down for a round table discussion on, high school, politics, dating, things that keep them up at night and the impact they want to have on the world. So like sit and chill and like listen. Like enjoy. #TeenagePerspective #Teenager #Teens #TeenTalk --- This episode is spons...
Jan 05, 2020•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 1
My guest today is Thiefane Magré, (pronounced TFN) is the Co-Founder and COO of PROUDUCT — helping entrepreneurs go from idea to market full service w/global sourcing and end-to-end supply chain.. We talk about the ins and outs, the highs and lows of getting products made around the world. We do a deep dive into the side of supply chain management Chinese style. Turn the lights down low and break out the champagne. You're in for a treat. Prouduct - http://www.prouduct.com/ Connect with Thiefane ...
Dec 15, 2019•35 min•Ep. 39
My guests today are Heather Johnson and Misty Moore. Both of whom struggle with depression and, at times, crippling anxiety. They share their stories of how they are overcoming it. If you're dealing with these dark demons, know that you're not alone. It's not your fault and there is no shame. Reach out to anyone, someone at anytime. We all have challenges. It's called life and no one is exempt. Know that you are loved, you matter and have infinte worth. Misty: Facebook and Instagram Heather: Fac...
Nov 25, 2019•51 min•Ep. 38
My guest today is Janet Croft. Visiting us today from Lincolnshire, England. She shares the life lessons and experiences learned about the people’s of our world by visiting 60+ countries. #ParkBenchInBeijing #China #ChinaTravel #Beijing --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/parrishthethought/message
Nov 16, 2019•29 min•Ep. 37
Today I sat down with Jeremy Brockbank, CEO of Ant Hill Retail. Considered one of the most influential players in US retail, he and his wife/business partner Jen, not only have built hundreds of brands but have also built the 'Fastest Growing' brand on the Inc 5000 and holds multiple 'Shark Tank' records. Jeremy has also consulted for Point 72 Private Equity (2016-2017) as well as was an Adjunct Business Professor at Utah Valley University (2015). While this is an impressive resumé of accomplish...
Nov 02, 2019•42 min•Ep. 36
My guest today is the one and only Chelsea Nye/Wolf. All of us have baggage in our lives from past hurts. That damage, whether deliberate or unintentional, can come from absent parents, failed relationships, abuse, abandonment, various trauma, fill in the blank, etc. We discuss psychology, spiritual healing, how these things affects people, and how we are living in a time where there are a lot of resources for those who want to better their lives. All forms of healing have their place. All our j...
Nov 01, 2019•53 min•Ep. 35
My guest today is Josiah Roueche. 35 year-old married father of 4. In 2007, only ten weeks into his new marriage, while riding the train home from work in a Dallas suburb he befriended a man and struck up a casual conversation. Thinking nothing of it, he said goodbye and headed to his car at his designated stop. The next six hours would prove to be the most harrowing of his, what he thought would be, short life. Hang on to your seat because Hollywood can't write this stuff. #KidnappedByTrain #Ga...
Oct 30, 2019•24 min•Ep. 34
My guest today is Phil Child. He is currently majoring in social work at Utah Valley University and director of the A capella group, Voiceline. Phil is originally from Jamaica Queens, New York. When he was 11 years old he and his family moved to Terre Haute, Indiana for the next 13 years until his move to Utah 6 years ago. He works at a treatment center for struggling teen boys in Orem Utah. I've invited Phil to the show today to talk about whether or not America is systemically racist, a statem...
Oct 22, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 33
