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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>enPhilosophySuccess Made to Lasthttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/8790b2d3c32867273a687a79f5a25714.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:21:25 +0000Rick TocquignyRick Tocquignyrick@successmadetolast.comSuccess Made to Last Legends podcast is about ordinary people that have become extraordinary through simple, significant actions. We celebrate these people and listen carefully for their lessons. We think our guests become the best mentors to the rest...
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George Chakiris is truly significant as an Oscar winner for several reasons that go beyond simply receiving the award. His win reflects a combination of artistic achievement, cultural impact, and film history. 1. His performance helped define one of the greatest movie musicals ever Chakiris won the 1962 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for playing Bernardo, the leader of the Sharks gang, in West Side Story (1961).

• The film itself became legendary, winning 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, the most ever for a musical film.
• West Side Story remains widely regarded as one of the most influential musicals in cinema history.

His portrayal combined acting, dancing, and presence, making Bernardo one of the most memorable characters in the film. 2. He represented the “triple-threat” performer Chakiris is often described as a triple threat: actor, singer, and dancer. In West Side Story, he:

• Delivered powerful dramatic scenes
• Performed demanding choreography in iconic numbers like “America”
• Embodied the physical intensity of the Sharks gang leader

At the time, very few actors could execute that combination at an Oscar-winning level. 3. His win elevated the status of dance in acting awards Historically, dance-heavy performances rarely won acting Oscars. Chakiris’s role required exceptional choreography and physical storytelling. His award recognized that:

• Movement and dance could carry dramatic meaning.
• Musical performances could be as powerful as traditional dramatic acting.

4. His career path made the win remarkable Before West Side Story, Chakiris had spent years as an uncredited dancer in Hollywood musicals. Examples include:

• Dancing in Marilyn Monroe’s “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” number
• Background roles in films like White Christmas

Winning an Oscar after starting in the chorus line illustrates a classic Hollywood breakthrough story. 5. Cultural significance of the role Bernardo represented a Puerto Rican immigrant character in a story about prejudice and gang conflict in New York. While the casting reflected the practices of the era, the film itself addressed:

• immigration tensions
• identity and belonging
• cultural conflict

Chakiris’s intense portrayal helped make those themes resonate.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70637933Sat, 14 Mar 2026 19:35:01 +0000Rick TocquignyOn the eve of the 97th Oscars, our network honors Oscar winner George Chakiris as Truly Significant in a reprisal of one of our very first podcasts from the nascient days of broadcasting. George Chakiris is truly significant as an Oscar winner for...
George Chakiris is truly significant as an Oscar winner for several reasons that go beyond simply receiving the award. His win reflects a combination of artistic achievement, cultural impact, and film history. 1. His performance helped define one of the greatest movie musicals ever Chakiris won the 1962 Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for playing Bernardo, the leader of the Sharks gang, in West Side Story (1961).

• The film itself became legendary, winning 10 Academy Awards including Best Picture, the most ever for a musical film.
• West Side Story remains widely regarded as one of the most influential musicals in cinema history.

His portrayal combined acting, dancing, and presence, making Bernardo one of the most memorable characters in the film. 2. He represented the “triple-threat” performer Chakiris is often described as a triple threat: actor, singer, and dancer. In West Side Story, he:

• Delivered powerful dramatic scenes
• Performed demanding choreography in iconic numbers like “America”
• Embodied the physical intensity of the Sharks gang leader

At the time, very few actors could execute that combination at an Oscar-winning level. 3. His win elevated the status of dance in acting awards Historically, dance-heavy performances rarely won acting Oscars. Chakiris’s role required exceptional choreography and physical storytelling. His award recognized that:

• Movement and dance could carry dramatic meaning.
• Musical performances could be as powerful as traditional dramatic acting.

4. His career path made the win remarkable Before West Side Story, Chakiris had spent years as an uncredited dancer in Hollywood musicals. Examples include:

• Dancing in Marilyn Monroe’s “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend” number
• Background roles in films like White Christmas

Winning an Oscar after starting in the chorus line illustrates a classic Hollywood breakthrough story. 5. Cultural significance of the role Bernardo represented a Puerto Rican immigrant character in a story about prejudice and gang conflict in New York. While the casting reflected the practices of the era, the film itself addressed:

• immigration tensions
• identity and belonging
• cultural conflict

Chakiris’s intense portrayal helped make those themes resonate.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1580false174043fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trulysignificant-com-presents-go-texan-podcast-with-neal-newsom-founder-of-newsom-vineyards--70303072
Neal's family had grown cotton around Lubbock for over a century, but concerns about water shortages and a desire to diversify led him to explore new crops- ultimately choosing wine grapes. 

Neal planted three acres of Cabernet Sauvingnon on very challenging land. The first commercial crop in 1989 brought back about $500 to a winery in Garden City- a humble start that set the course for the business. 

Over decades, he and his wife Janice expanded to 150 acreas with 19 varieties including reds and whites like Merlot, Syrah, Tempranillo, Pinot Grigio, Albanino and more. 

Neal is well known in the Texas wine community not just growing grapes but also for hosting educational events like Newsom Grape Day to bring growers and winemakers together. 

Visit www.newsomvineyards.com 

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Neal's family had grown cotton around Lubbock for over a century, but concerns about water shortages and a desire to diversify led him to explore new crops- ultimately choosing wine grapes. 

Neal planted three acres of Cabernet Sauvingnon on very challenging land. The first commercial crop in 1989 brought back about $500 to a winery in Garden City- a humble start that set the course for the business. 

Over decades, he and his wife Janice expanded to 150 acreas with 19 varieties including reds and whites like Merlot, Syrah, Tempranillo, Pinot Grigio, Albanino and more. 

Neal is well known in the Texas wine community not just growing grapes but also for hosting educational events like Newsom Grape Day to bring growers and winemakers together. 

Visit www.newsomvineyards.com 

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Paul Bonarrigo is the 7th Paul in the lineage of Messina Hof winery leader with his wife Karen, current president of the industry association (TWGGA-Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association).  They took over leadership of Messina Hof in 2013 from Paul's parents Merrill and Paul. 

They are the first family of Texas wine- six generations of winemaking history, and steadfast commitment, Paul Vincent and Merrill Bonarrigo established the fourth oldest winery in Texas. Now a second-generation family business, with a seventh-generation winemaker in place, Paul Mitchell and his wife, Karen, lead the most awarded winery in Texas.

Paul and Merrill were approached for a study on grape feasibility in Texas from a Texas A&M graduate student. Armed with that data, the Bonarrigos planted the first Messina Hof vineyard at their home in Bryan, TX. The one-acre experimental location consisted of varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chenin Blanc, and Lenoir.The Bonarrigos didn’t intend to open a tasting room initially. However, after their neighbors kept knocking on the door and asking to try and then buy the wine, it quickly became obvious that Messina Hof needed a hospitality program. For the first four years, the Bonarrigos dedicated themselves to the vineyard lifestyle by honing the time-tested methods and practices of the winemaking trade. In 1981, Messina Hof began its award-winning legacy with a medal in the Texas State Fair for a Black Spanish-Cabernet blend. With this first victory, the Messina Hof mantra came to life: “Anything is Possible.”



Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70301966Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:39:09 +0000Rick TocquignyLIVE from the Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association Convention, our GO TEXAN podcast team interviews the illuminaries of the $24 billion wine industry in our Lone Star state.  Paul Bonarrigo is the 7th Paul in the lineage of Messina Hof winery...
Paul Bonarrigo is the 7th Paul in the lineage of Messina Hof winery leader with his wife Karen, current president of the industry association (TWGGA-Texas Wine and Grape Growers Association).  They took over leadership of Messina Hof in 2013 from Paul's parents Merrill and Paul. 

They are the first family of Texas wine- six generations of winemaking history, and steadfast commitment, Paul Vincent and Merrill Bonarrigo established the fourth oldest winery in Texas. Now a second-generation family business, with a seventh-generation winemaker in place, Paul Mitchell and his wife, Karen, lead the most awarded winery in Texas.

Paul and Merrill were approached for a study on grape feasibility in Texas from a Texas A&M graduate student. Armed with that data, the Bonarrigos planted the first Messina Hof vineyard at their home in Bryan, TX. The one-acre experimental location consisted of varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chenin Blanc, and Lenoir.The Bonarrigos didn’t intend to open a tasting room initially. However, after their neighbors kept knocking on the door and asking to try and then buy the wine, it quickly became obvious that Messina Hof needed a hospitality program. For the first four years, the Bonarrigos dedicated themselves to the vineyard lifestyle by honing the time-tested methods and practices of the winemaking trade. In 1981, Messina Hof began its award-winning legacy with a medal in the Texas State Fair for a Black Spanish-Cabernet blend. With this first victory, the Messina Hof mantra came to life: “Anything is Possible.”



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Tairan works with the world's largest retailer in their rapidly growing retail media arm- a place where technology, data and human behavior intersect in real time. His work helps brands speak more meaningfully to millions of shoppers. But what makes his story truly significant is not the scale of his influence, it's the intention behind it. 

Enjoy hearing Tairan talk about the fast paced world of digital retail and advertising.  Listen carefully to success beyond the metrics and performance dashboards. 

Hear how to nurture a culture of curiosity and responsibility among teams who work with massive amounts of consumer data influencing millions of shoppers every day. 

And if we meet Tairan 10 years from now, you will see his legacy of significance inside Walmart and beyond.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69540084Thu, 22 Jan 2026 00:47:01 +0000Rick TocquignyTrulySignificant.com presents Tairan Zhang from Walmart Connect. Inside Walmart are leaders like Tairan who remind us that the real magic happens when systems serve people, not the other way around.  Tairan works with the world's largest retailer in...
Tairan works with the world's largest retailer in their rapidly growing retail media arm- a place where technology, data and human behavior intersect in real time. His work helps brands speak more meaningfully to millions of shoppers. But what makes his story truly significant is not the scale of his influence, it's the intention behind it. 

Enjoy hearing Tairan talk about the fast paced world of digital retail and advertising.  Listen carefully to success beyond the metrics and performance dashboards. 

Hear how to nurture a culture of curiosity and responsibility among teams who work with massive amounts of consumer data influencing millions of shoppers every day. 

And if we meet Tairan 10 years from now, you will see his legacy of significance inside Walmart and beyond.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1995false174021fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trulysignificant-com-honors-mike-berenstain-and-his-parents-stan-and-jan-best-selling-children-s-authors--69140989
The Berenstains are now featured in the book Truly Significant. Visit www.trulysignificant.com to hear their complete story. 
Mike Berenstain holds significant cultural and literary importance, particularly within the realm of children's literature. His impact can be understood by exploring his legacy, contributions, and role in continuing a family tradition. 1. Legacy and Family Tradition Mike Berenstain is the son of Stan and Jan Berenstain, the creators of the beloved Berenstain Bears book series. After Jan's passing in 2012 (Stan passed in 2005), Mike took over full creative control of the series, ensuring its continuity while preserving its values.

• Inheritance of Vision: Mike grew up immersed in the creative process of the Berenstain Bears. He collaborated with his mother starting in the late 1990s and co-authored several titles, learning directly from the original creators.
• Preserving and Modernizing: He maintained the tone, moral instruction, and aesthetic of the original books while addressing contemporary topics like internet safety, bullying, and environmentalism.

2. Contributions as a Writer and Illustrator Mike Berenstain is both an author and illustrator, combining storytelling with visual art in a manner that remains consistent with the classic Berenstain style:

• Authored Hundreds of Titles: Since taking over the series, Mike has written and illustrated dozens of new Berenstain Bears books.
• Faith-Based Branch: He introduced a Christian-themed line of Berenstain Bears books in partnership with Zonderkidz, a religious publisher. These stories incorporate Biblical values and teachings, expanding the series’ audience.

3. Thematic and Cultural Significance

• Moral and Educational Storytelling: Like his parents, Mike uses the Bear family as a mirror for real-life family dynamics, teaching lessons in responsibility, honesty, respect, and empathy.
• Generational Appeal: His work appeals to parents who grew up with the series and now share it with their own children, making the Berenstain Bears a multi-generational phenomenon.

4. Artistic Legacy Beyond the Bears, Mike Berenstain has also worked as a professional illustrator, contributing to magazines, textbooks, and his own picture books. He holds a degree from the Philadelphia College of Art and has a rich artistic foundation that informs his style and approach. 5. Continuing a Cultural Icon Mike’s stewardship of the franchise has kept the Berenstain Bears relevant in a fast-changing literary landscape. Under his direction:

• The brand has expanded to include e-books, animated specials, and merchandising.
• The books continue to appear on bestseller lists and are staples in schools and libraries.

Conclusion Mike Berenstain is significant not just as the heir to a classic children’s series, but as a thoughtful creator who has sustained and evolved a beloved cultural brand. Through his writing and illustrations, he honors his family’s legacy while ensuring its resonance for new generations.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69140989Sat, 20 Dec 2025 01:44:32 +0000Rick TocquignyMike Berenstain is the son of Stan and Jan Berenstain. Mike now oversees the Berenstain Bears enchanting bears writing and designing all books.   The Berenstains are now featured in the book Truly Significant. Visit www.trulysignificant.com to hear...
The Berenstains are now featured in the book Truly Significant. Visit www.trulysignificant.com to hear their complete story. 
Mike Berenstain holds significant cultural and literary importance, particularly within the realm of children's literature. His impact can be understood by exploring his legacy, contributions, and role in continuing a family tradition. 1. Legacy and Family Tradition Mike Berenstain is the son of Stan and Jan Berenstain, the creators of the beloved Berenstain Bears book series. After Jan's passing in 2012 (Stan passed in 2005), Mike took over full creative control of the series, ensuring its continuity while preserving its values.

• Inheritance of Vision: Mike grew up immersed in the creative process of the Berenstain Bears. He collaborated with his mother starting in the late 1990s and co-authored several titles, learning directly from the original creators.
• Preserving and Modernizing: He maintained the tone, moral instruction, and aesthetic of the original books while addressing contemporary topics like internet safety, bullying, and environmentalism.

2. Contributions as a Writer and Illustrator Mike Berenstain is both an author and illustrator, combining storytelling with visual art in a manner that remains consistent with the classic Berenstain style:

• Authored Hundreds of Titles: Since taking over the series, Mike has written and illustrated dozens of new Berenstain Bears books.
• Faith-Based Branch: He introduced a Christian-themed line of Berenstain Bears books in partnership with Zonderkidz, a religious publisher. These stories incorporate Biblical values and teachings, expanding the series’ audience.

3. Thematic and Cultural Significance

• Moral and Educational Storytelling: Like his parents, Mike uses the Bear family as a mirror for real-life family dynamics, teaching lessons in responsibility, honesty, respect, and empathy.
• Generational Appeal: His work appeals to parents who grew up with the series and now share it with their own children, making the Berenstain Bears a multi-generational phenomenon.

4. Artistic Legacy Beyond the Bears, Mike Berenstain has also worked as a professional illustrator, contributing to magazines, textbooks, and his own picture books. He holds a degree from the Philadelphia College of Art and has a rich artistic foundation that informs his style and approach. 5. Continuing a Cultural Icon Mike’s stewardship of the franchise has kept the Berenstain Bears relevant in a fast-changing literary landscape. Under his direction:

• The brand has expanded to include e-books, animated specials, and merchandising.
• The books continue to appear on bestseller lists and are staples in schools and libraries.

Conclusion Mike Berenstain is significant not just as the heir to a classic children’s series, but as a thoughtful creator who has sustained and evolved a beloved cultural brand. Through his writing and illustrations, he honors his family’s legacy while ensuring its resonance for new generations.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1444false164011fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trulysignificant-com-honors-legendary-coach-and-former-congressman-tom-osborne--69140715Osborne is a noted author, former U.S. Congressman and NCAA Football Coach of the 1990’s. He shares his about core values on building the best version of men from his famed University of Nebraska program.
Tom Osborne is a highly significant figure in American sports, education, and leadership, especially noted for his roles as a legendary football coach, university leader, and U.S. Congressman. His life’s work exemplifies character-driven leadership, long-term vision, and a commitment to developing young people. 🏈 Legacy as a Football Coach at Nebraska

• Tenure: Osborne was the head football coach at the University of Nebraska from 1973 to 1997.
• Record: He compiled an extraordinary record of 255 wins, 49 losses, and 3 ties, with a winning percentage of .836.
• National Championships: He led Nebraska to three national championships (1994, 1995, 1997), with the 1995 team widely considered one of the greatest in college football history.
• Philosophy: Known for discipline, humility, and loyalty, Osborne emphasized team over individual stardom and built a culture of consistency and integrity.

🏛️ Academic and Administrative Impact

• Athletic-Academic Balance: Osborne was a pioneer in ensuring student-athletes met academic standards. Under his tenure, Nebraska often led the nation in Academic All-Americans.
• Mentorship: He cultivated future leaders by teaching values, perseverance, and accountability. Many of his players later cited Osborne’s influence as central to their life success.
• Public Service and Political Career

• U.S. Congress: After retiring from coaching, Osborne served three terms in the U.S. House of Representatives (2001–2007) as a Republican from Nebraska. He focused on education, youth programs, and rural issues.
• Nebraska Athletics Director: He returned to serve as Nebraska's AD from 2007 to 2013, where he played a pivotal role in stabilizing the athletic department and navigating conference realignment.

Cultural and Ethical Influence

• Character Model: Osborne is often celebrated for his ethical leadership, compassion, and calm, reasoned approach to challenges.
• Mentoring & Legacy Programs: He founded the TeamMates Mentoring Program, which pairs adult mentors with young people to promote long-term success.
• Faith & Values: As a devout Christian, his faith consistently guided his decisions and leadership style.

Honors and Recognition

• College Football Hall of Fame: Inducted in 1999.
• Presidential Medal of Freedom: Awarded in 2023, recognizing his contributions to youth development, leadership, and national sports excellence.
• Statues and Facilities: Nebraska honored him with a statue outside Memorial Stadium and other tributes throughout campus.

📚 Inspirational Figure Tom Osborne remains a symbol of how sports, education, and principled leadership can intersect to shape lives. His life’s significance goes far beyond the gridiron, touching the realms of public service, mentorship, and moral example.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69140715Sat, 20 Dec 2025 01:35:26 +0000Rick TocquignyTrulySignificant.com honors the one and only Tom Osborne.  Osborne is a noted author, former U.S. Congressman and NCAA Football Coach of the 1990’s. He shares his about core values on building the best version of men from his famed University of...Osborne is a noted author, former U.S. Congressman and NCAA Football Coach of the 1990’s. He shares his about core values on building the best version of men from his famed University of Nebraska program.
Tom Osborne is a highly significant figure in American sports, education, and leadership, especially noted for his roles as a legendary football coach, university leader, and U.S. Congressman. His life’s work exemplifies character-driven leadership, long-term vision, and a commitment to developing young people. 🏈 Legacy as a Football Coach at Nebraska

• Tenure: Osborne was the head football coach at the University of Nebraska from 1973 to 1997.
• Record: He compiled an extraordinary record of 255 wins, 49 losses, and 3 ties, with a winning percentage of .836.
• National Championships: He led Nebraska to three national championships (1994, 1995, 1997), with the 1995 team widely considered one of the greatest in college football history.
• Philosophy: Known for discipline, humility, and loyalty, Osborne emphasized team over individual stardom and built a culture of consistency and integrity.

🏛️ Academic and Administrative Impact

• Athletic-Academic Balance: Osborne was a pioneer in ensuring student-athletes met academic standards. Under his tenure, Nebraska often led the nation in Academic All-Americans.
• Mentorship: He cultivated future leaders by teaching values, perseverance, and accountability. Many of his players later cited Osborne’s influence as central to their life success.
• Public Service and Political Career

• U.S. Congress: After retiring from coaching, Osborne served three terms in the U.S. House of Representatives (2001–2007) as a Republican from Nebraska. He focused on education, youth programs, and rural issues.
• Nebraska Athletics Director: He returned to serve as Nebraska's AD from 2007 to 2013, where he played a pivotal role in stabilizing the athletic department and navigating conference realignment.

Cultural and Ethical Influence

• Character Model: Osborne is often celebrated for his ethical leadership, compassion, and calm, reasoned approach to challenges.
• Mentoring & Legacy Programs: He founded the TeamMates Mentoring Program, which pairs adult mentors with young people to promote long-term success.
• Faith & Values: As a devout Christian, his faith consistently guided his decisions and leadership style.

Honors and Recognition

• College Football Hall of Fame: Inducted in 1999.
• Presidential Medal of Freedom: Awarded in 2023, recognizing his contributions to youth development, leadership, and national sports excellence.
• Statues and Facilities: Nebraska honored him with a statue outside Memorial Stadium and other tributes throughout campus.

📚 Inspirational Figure Tom Osborne remains a symbol of how sports, education, and principled leadership can intersect to shape lives. His life’s significance goes far beyond the gridiron, touching the realms of public service, mentorship, and moral example.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1457false164010fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trulysignificant-com-honors-one-of-the-greatest-global-travel-writers-of-all-time-pico-iyer--69140285
Read Pico's complete story in Truly Significant. Visit www.trulysignificant.com to buy the book.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69140285Sat, 20 Dec 2025 01:18:43 +0000Rick TocquignyPico Iyer is our travel hero. His many books have taught us that real travel puts away our biases and gives us the deepest understanding of culture. He has awakened us with clear eyes to travel as a pilgrimage with a soulful intention. In our post...
Read Pico's complete story in Truly Significant. Visit www.trulysignificant.com to buy the book.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>907false164009fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trulysignificant-com-honors-kate-o-neill-tech-humanist-top50-thinker-and-author-of-what-matters-next--68866090
Kate spent her career exploring how technology can serve humanity—not the other way around. From pioneering the first intranet for Toshiba America to becoming Netflix’s first Content Manager, Kate has seen firsthand how emerging technologies can either empower people or overwhelm them.

Today, Kate advises organizations around the world on creating sustainable growth, designing equitably, and building long-term value through human-centered innovation. She is the author of What Matters Next? A Leader’s Guide to Making Human-Friendly Tech Decisions in a World That’s Moving Too Fast, where Kate examines how thoughtful technology choices shape the future.

On this episode, we dive into regenerative growth, practical applications of machine learning, and how data can reveal insights that genuinely improve the customer experience. You’ll hear about digital transformation in the film industry, strategies for investing in sustainability, and maximizing energy and processing power through thoughtful system design.

Ultimately, this conversation is about setting a new precedent—using technology as a steward, sensitive to humanity, and always mindful of what truly matters next.  Visit www.koinsights.com 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68866090Thu, 04 Dec 2025 02:07:50 +0000Rick TocquignyTrulySignificant.com presents Kate O’Neill, renowned Tech Humanist, author of What Matters Next? and honored as Thinkers50. Kate spent her career exploring how technology can serve humanity—not the other way around. From pioneering the first intranet...
Kate spent her career exploring how technology can serve humanity—not the other way around. From pioneering the first intranet for Toshiba America to becoming Netflix’s first Content Manager, Kate has seen firsthand how emerging technologies can either empower people or overwhelm them.

Today, Kate advises organizations around the world on creating sustainable growth, designing equitably, and building long-term value through human-centered innovation. She is the author of What Matters Next? A Leader’s Guide to Making Human-Friendly Tech Decisions in a World That’s Moving Too Fast, where Kate examines how thoughtful technology choices shape the future.

On this episode, we dive into regenerative growth, practical applications of machine learning, and how data can reveal insights that genuinely improve the customer experience. You’ll hear about digital transformation in the film industry, strategies for investing in sustainability, and maximizing energy and processing power through thoughtful system design.

Ultimately, this conversation is about setting a new precedent—using technology as a steward, sensitive to humanity, and always mindful of what truly matters next.  Visit www.koinsights.com 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2999false163999fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trulysignificant-com-presents-legendary-author-and-mentor-amos-balongo--68244221
Influence is gained with people five levels. Every person who leads others has to start at the bottom level with another person and work his or her way up to higher levels one at a time.

Don’t leave your footprints in the sand where they will wash way; let intentional living show you how to leave footprints in the hearts and lives of those you love, and leave a legacy that will last.

Connecting is a skill you can learn and apply in your personal, professional and family relationships. And you can start right now!

Amos Balong came to America in pursuit of the American dream. His journey to America has been humbling, Illustrious and rewarding. Amos serve in senior leadership roles in fortune 500 companies as well as International organizations and various Non Profit Boards.

Amos also serves as the Chairman of Camp Ohana Foundation, a Youth development organization that serves children in Hawaii and Kenya and other parts of the world through unique collaborative programs.  visit www.campohana.org and donate today.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68244221Wed, 22 Oct 2025 19:23:03 +0000Rick TocquignyTrulySignificant.com presents author and mentor Amos Balongo.   Here are the big takeaways from this inspirational leader: Influence is gained with people five levels. Every person who leads others has to start at the bottom level with another person...
Influence is gained with people five levels. Every person who leads others has to start at the bottom level with another person and work his or her way up to higher levels one at a time.

Don’t leave your footprints in the sand where they will wash way; let intentional living show you how to leave footprints in the hearts and lives of those you love, and leave a legacy that will last.

Connecting is a skill you can learn and apply in your personal, professional and family relationships. And you can start right now!

Amos Balong came to America in pursuit of the American dream. His journey to America has been humbling, Illustrious and rewarding. Amos serve in senior leadership roles in fortune 500 companies as well as International organizations and various Non Profit Boards.

Amos also serves as the Chairman of Camp Ohana Foundation, a Youth development organization that serves children in Hawaii and Kenya and other parts of the world through unique collaborative programs.  visit www.campohana.org and donate today.

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We think Grow or Fold represents Matt moving from success to significance. 

Hear the inside story on his son, his recall on 9-11, in this deeply personal book. Grow or Fold is a blueprint for you, your friends and for your proteges. 

It's time to take inventory of your life, reconnect with your core values, and design the ROYL....rest of your life to do something significant. 

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We think Grow or Fold represents Matt moving from success to significance. 

Hear the inside story on his son, his recall on 9-11, in this deeply personal book. Grow or Fold is a blueprint for you, your friends and for your proteges. 

It's time to take inventory of your life, reconnect with your core values, and design the ROYL....rest of your life to do something significant. 

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 He was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, the son of a railway worker in Buenos Aires. A boy who once swept floors and manned the register at a bar with his brother. By all accounts, an ordinary lad from a country stitched together by tango, politics, and prayer. But destiny, you see... destiny doesn’t always wear robes when it knocks. He was a chemical technician. A literature teacher. A janitor. And once, almost, a husband. For there was a girl, young and beautiful, to whom he wrote love letters. But his heart—his true heart—had already been spoken for by Someone Else.

He joined the Jesuits, where vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience weren’t just ideals... they were marching orders. He walked the alleys of the forgotten, knelt beside the sick, and baptized the unwashed with the tenderness of a shepherd who knew every sheep by name. In March of 2013, white smoke spiraled above St. Peter’s Square, and a humble man stepped onto the world’s stage. Habemus Papam. And for the first time in 1,200 years, the Vicar of Christ bore a name never before taken—Francis.

Not in gold, but in linen. Not in a limousine, but in a Ford Focus. Not behind palace gates, but among the poor. He refused to live in the Vatican’s ornate apostolic apartments. Instead, he chose a guest house with a single bed, a small desk, and a crucifix. The Pope, yes... but never far from the priest. He kissed the feet of Muslim refugees. He washed the hands of AIDS patients. He dared speak the words “Who am I to judge?” He turned doctrine into dialogue. Orthodoxy into empathy. And whether you agreed or not, you knew you were in the presence of someone utterly sincere.

 His critics said he was too soft, too political. But he simply said, “Mercy is the name of God.” He saw climate change as a moral issue. Inequality as a theological concern. He believed the Church should smell like the sheep—dusty, tired, and real. And then, as all men must, he reached his final days. No procession of marble horses. No velvet banners. Just the legacy of a man who tried, earnestly, to be more than a Pontiff. A bridge, truly. Between tradition and transformation. Between dogma and love. They say he died with a rosary in hand, a smile on his lips, and peace in his heart. And whether saint or sinner, Catholic or not, the world paused—just long enough—to say thank you. Thank you for showing us that greatness isn’t about standing above... but kneeling beside

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 He was born Jorge Mario Bergoglio, the son of a railway worker in Buenos Aires. A boy who once swept floors and manned the register at a bar with his brother. By all accounts, an ordinary lad from a country stitched together by tango, politics, and prayer. But destiny, you see... destiny doesn’t always wear robes when it knocks. He was a chemical technician. A literature teacher. A janitor. And once, almost, a husband. For there was a girl, young and beautiful, to whom he wrote love letters. But his heart—his true heart—had already been spoken for by Someone Else.

He joined the Jesuits, where vows of poverty, chastity, and obedience weren’t just ideals... they were marching orders. He walked the alleys of the forgotten, knelt beside the sick, and baptized the unwashed with the tenderness of a shepherd who knew every sheep by name. In March of 2013, white smoke spiraled above St. Peter’s Square, and a humble man stepped onto the world’s stage. Habemus Papam. And for the first time in 1,200 years, the Vicar of Christ bore a name never before taken—Francis.

Not in gold, but in linen. Not in a limousine, but in a Ford Focus. Not behind palace gates, but among the poor. He refused to live in the Vatican’s ornate apostolic apartments. Instead, he chose a guest house with a single bed, a small desk, and a crucifix. The Pope, yes... but never far from the priest. He kissed the feet of Muslim refugees. He washed the hands of AIDS patients. He dared speak the words “Who am I to judge?” He turned doctrine into dialogue. Orthodoxy into empathy. And whether you agreed or not, you knew you were in the presence of someone utterly sincere.

 His critics said he was too soft, too political. But he simply said, “Mercy is the name of God.” He saw climate change as a moral issue. Inequality as a theological concern. He believed the Church should smell like the sheep—dusty, tired, and real. And then, as all men must, he reached his final days. No procession of marble horses. No velvet banners. Just the legacy of a man who tried, earnestly, to be more than a Pontiff. A bridge, truly. Between tradition and transformation. Between dogma and love. They say he died with a rosary in hand, a smile on his lips, and peace in his heart. And whether saint or sinner, Catholic or not, the world paused—just long enough—to say thank you. Thank you for showing us that greatness isn’t about standing above... but kneeling beside

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Let me take you back to the late 1980s. McCartney was at the height of his career, leading the Buffaloes to national prominence. Across state lines, in Nebraska, there was Ricky Simmons—a once-promising wide receiver for the Cornhuskers. Simmons had all the talent in the world, but his life took a tragic turn. After his football career ended, he spiraled into drug addiction, eventually finding himself behind bars for drug distribution. It would’ve been easy for most to write Simmons off as just another cautionary tale. But not Bill McCartney. When he heard about Simmons’ struggles, McCartney didn’t shake his head in judgment or walk away. He leaned in.

The decorated coach, known for his fiery sideline demeanor, quietly began visiting Simmons in prison. He wasn’t there to talk football. He wasn’t there to lecture. McCartney came as a man of faith, offering something Simmons had long since stopped expecting from the world: compassion. Ricky Simmons later admitted he was stunned. Why would a man like McCartney, a national figure, care about someone like him—someone who’d seemingly wasted every opportunity? But McCartney wasn’t interested in Simmons’ past. He was invested in his future. 

McCartney spoke about forgiveness, redemption, and the God of second chances. He wasn’t preaching at Simmons—he was walking alongside him. And step by step, those prison visits began to change Simmons’ outlook. When Simmons was released, he didn’t just turn his life around—he became a motivational speaker, using his story to help others escape the grip of addiction. But this story doesn’t stop there. McCartney’s compassion for Ricky Simmons wasn’t an isolated act. It was part of a larger mission that would soon take shape.

 On the field, McCartney was known for uniting players from every background—Black, white, rich, poor, urban, rural—calling team meetings to tackle hard conversations about race and unity. In 1990, shortly after his championship season, McCartney founded Promise Keepers, a men’s ministry dedicated to fostering faith, accountability, and reconciliation across racial and cultural lines. Its heartbeat? The same belief that drove him to Simmons’ prison cell: the idea that every man matters and that unity is a calling higher than competition. Bill McCartney’s career may have been defined by the scoreboard, but his legacy? That was written in places far from stadium lights—in prisons, in locker rooms, and in the lives of people like Ricky Simmons. So, the next time you hear his name, don’t just think of championships or the roar of the crowd. Think of the quiet moments of compassion, the belief in second chances, and the power of reconciliation. Here’s to Coach Mac- a significant difference maker!

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Let me take you back to the late 1980s. McCartney was at the height of his career, leading the Buffaloes to national prominence. Across state lines, in Nebraska, there was Ricky Simmons—a once-promising wide receiver for the Cornhuskers. Simmons had all the talent in the world, but his life took a tragic turn. After his football career ended, he spiraled into drug addiction, eventually finding himself behind bars for drug distribution. It would’ve been easy for most to write Simmons off as just another cautionary tale. But not Bill McCartney. When he heard about Simmons’ struggles, McCartney didn’t shake his head in judgment or walk away. He leaned in.

The decorated coach, known for his fiery sideline demeanor, quietly began visiting Simmons in prison. He wasn’t there to talk football. He wasn’t there to lecture. McCartney came as a man of faith, offering something Simmons had long since stopped expecting from the world: compassion. Ricky Simmons later admitted he was stunned. Why would a man like McCartney, a national figure, care about someone like him—someone who’d seemingly wasted every opportunity? But McCartney wasn’t interested in Simmons’ past. He was invested in his future. 

McCartney spoke about forgiveness, redemption, and the God of second chances. He wasn’t preaching at Simmons—he was walking alongside him. And step by step, those prison visits began to change Simmons’ outlook. When Simmons was released, he didn’t just turn his life around—he became a motivational speaker, using his story to help others escape the grip of addiction. But this story doesn’t stop there. McCartney’s compassion for Ricky Simmons wasn’t an isolated act. It was part of a larger mission that would soon take shape.

 On the field, McCartney was known for uniting players from every background—Black, white, rich, poor, urban, rural—calling team meetings to tackle hard conversations about race and unity. In 1990, shortly after his championship season, McCartney founded Promise Keepers, a men’s ministry dedicated to fostering faith, accountability, and reconciliation across racial and cultural lines. Its heartbeat? The same belief that drove him to Simmons’ prison cell: the idea that every man matters and that unity is a calling higher than competition. Bill McCartney’s career may have been defined by the scoreboard, but his legacy? That was written in places far from stadium lights—in prisons, in locker rooms, and in the lives of people like Ricky Simmons. So, the next time you hear his name, don’t just think of championships or the roar of the crowd. Think of the quiet moments of compassion, the belief in second chances, and the power of reconciliation. Here’s to Coach Mac- a significant difference maker!

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Three individuals from different eras and with vastly different means shared a common vision—to ignite the power of words, the beauty of stories, and the timelessness of books for the benefit of humankind. Their names: Andrew Carnegie, Dolly Parton, and Jeff Bezos. It began with Andrew Carnegie, a Scottish immigrant who came to America with nothing but a dream and determination. Rising to unimaginable wealth during the Industrial Revolution, he saw his success not as an end but as a responsibility. In the late 19th century, Carnegie embarked on an audacious mission: to provide communities with the tools to educate themselves. The Carnegie libraries—1,689 in the United States alone—were more than just brick-and-mortar buildings; they were cathedrals of learning. From small towns to bustling cities, these libraries opened the door for millions to enter the world of literature, learning, and opportunity. Carnegie didn’t just donate books; he planted seeds of hope. He believed, as he once said, that "the man who dies rich dies disgraced." Instead, he died having enriched the world. Decades later, a voice with a twang as sweet as her home state of Tennessee would carry on this legacy in her own way. 

Dolly Parton—a country music legend—never forgot her roots in Sevier County. She remembered the poverty, the isolation, and the hunger for more than just food. And so, in 1995, Dolly founded the Imagination Library, a simple yet profound idea: to deliver free books to children, no matter their family’s circumstances. Today, Dolly’s Imagination Library has gifted over 200 million books to children in the U.S. and beyond. From board books to bedtime stories, these treasures have sparked countless imaginations. "If you can read," Dolly said, "you can dream. And if you can dream, you can do anything." Her melodies of compassion harmonized with her mission to ensure no child would ever be without a story to call their own.

And then came Jeff Bezos, a visionary of the digital age. In 1994, he launched a modest online bookstore from a garage in Seattle, naming it after the mighty Amazon River. What began as a humble effort to sell books grew into the largest marketplace in human history. Yet at its core, Amazon’s foundation was storytelling—making books, both new and used, accessible to anyone with an internet connection. Through Amazon, the dusty corners of secondhand shops met the sleek shelves of bestsellers. Independent authors found a global stage, and readers found stories they didn’t know they needed. Bezos once said, "We’re not in the business of selling things. We’re in the business of enabling dreams." And so, he did. With billions of books delivered worldwide, Amazon has become a lifeline for readers and writers alike.

Three lives. Three visions. One profound impact. Together, these stewards of literacy have helped to ensure that readership is not only up but thriving. Illiteracy is on the decline, and storytelling continues to inspire the next generation. Carnegie lit the first flame of access. Dolly carried the torch to young hearts. Bezos propelled it into the digital era. The result? A world where books remain the bridge to understanding, empathy, and significant connection.

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Three individuals from different eras and with vastly different means shared a common vision—to ignite the power of words, the beauty of stories, and the timelessness of books for the benefit of humankind. Their names: Andrew Carnegie, Dolly Parton, and Jeff Bezos. It began with Andrew Carnegie, a Scottish immigrant who came to America with nothing but a dream and determination. Rising to unimaginable wealth during the Industrial Revolution, he saw his success not as an end but as a responsibility. In the late 19th century, Carnegie embarked on an audacious mission: to provide communities with the tools to educate themselves. The Carnegie libraries—1,689 in the United States alone—were more than just brick-and-mortar buildings; they were cathedrals of learning. From small towns to bustling cities, these libraries opened the door for millions to enter the world of literature, learning, and opportunity. Carnegie didn’t just donate books; he planted seeds of hope. He believed, as he once said, that "the man who dies rich dies disgraced." Instead, he died having enriched the world. Decades later, a voice with a twang as sweet as her home state of Tennessee would carry on this legacy in her own way. 

Dolly Parton—a country music legend—never forgot her roots in Sevier County. She remembered the poverty, the isolation, and the hunger for more than just food. And so, in 1995, Dolly founded the Imagination Library, a simple yet profound idea: to deliver free books to children, no matter their family’s circumstances. Today, Dolly’s Imagination Library has gifted over 200 million books to children in the U.S. and beyond. From board books to bedtime stories, these treasures have sparked countless imaginations. "If you can read," Dolly said, "you can dream. And if you can dream, you can do anything." Her melodies of compassion harmonized with her mission to ensure no child would ever be without a story to call their own.

And then came Jeff Bezos, a visionary of the digital age. In 1994, he launched a modest online bookstore from a garage in Seattle, naming it after the mighty Amazon River. What began as a humble effort to sell books grew into the largest marketplace in human history. Yet at its core, Amazon’s foundation was storytelling—making books, both new and used, accessible to anyone with an internet connection. Through Amazon, the dusty corners of secondhand shops met the sleek shelves of bestsellers. Independent authors found a global stage, and readers found stories they didn’t know they needed. Bezos once said, "We’re not in the business of selling things. We’re in the business of enabling dreams." And so, he did. With billions of books delivered worldwide, Amazon has become a lifeline for readers and writers alike.

Three lives. Three visions. One profound impact. Together, these stewards of literacy have helped to ensure that readership is not only up but thriving. Illiteracy is on the decline, and storytelling continues to inspire the next generation. Carnegie lit the first flame of access. Dolly carried the torch to young hearts. Bezos propelled it into the digital era. The result? A world where books remain the bridge to understanding, empathy, and significant connection.

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Today, we pay homage to an American hero and THE leader who changed the landscape of Aggieland forever. 

Earl Rudder, the quiet Texan with the steely gaze, was born to a world of flat plains and boundless skies in Eden, Texas. His story, though, reaches far beyond that humble beginning. It was the 6th of June, 1944. D-Day. Normandy. A day when the free world stood on the brink, teetering between tyranny and liberation. And standing on Omaha Beach, with 225 Rangers under his command, was Lt. Colonel Earl Rudder. Their mission? To scale the 100-foot cliffs of Pointe du Hoc under a rain of fire and fury. The odds? Grim. The stakes? Unimaginable. But Rudder didn’t flinch. He didn’t waver.

 Leading from the front, he inspired his men with a quiet determination, the kind you couldn’t fake. Those men climbed, clawed, and bled their way up those cliffs, silencing the German guns that threatened thousands of lives below. Two-thirds of his men fell that day. And yet, they succeeded. Why? Because Rudder led with his heart, his grit, and a sense of duty larger than himself. But the story doesn’t end on those cliffs. Earl Rudder’s battlefield leadership was just a chapter in his tale. When the war ended, Rudder came home—not to rest, but to rebuild.

A soldier, yes, but also a teacher, he turned his attention to shaping the future. By 1959, he was named President of Texas A&M University. At the time, A&M was a struggling military school, isolated in tradition, shrinking in relevance. It was said that the university’s future looked as bleak as those cliffs at Normandy. But Earl Rudder? He saw potential. He opened the doors to women, integrated the campus, and transformed A&M into a modern institution—one where the Corps of Cadets and civilian students could learn side by side. His reforms weren’t always popular. In fact, some said they felt like a storm. But Rudder knew that true leadership wasn’t about being liked; it was about doing what was right. And so, just as he had climbed Pointe du Hoc to clear the path for freedom, he scaled the walls of resistance to clear the path for progress. By the time he passed in 1970, Earl Rudder had left a legacy on two battlefields—the beaches of Normandy and the grounds of Aggieland. Today, his name is etched into the history books, the hearts of Aggies, and the cliffs of Normandy. In a fitting celebration of the General, Rudder Tower stands 110 feet tall, the exact height of the cliffs of Pointe du Hoc.

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Today, we pay homage to an American hero and THE leader who changed the landscape of Aggieland forever. 

Earl Rudder, the quiet Texan with the steely gaze, was born to a world of flat plains and boundless skies in Eden, Texas. His story, though, reaches far beyond that humble beginning. It was the 6th of June, 1944. D-Day. Normandy. A day when the free world stood on the brink, teetering between tyranny and liberation. And standing on Omaha Beach, with 225 Rangers under his command, was Lt. Colonel Earl Rudder. Their mission? To scale the 100-foot cliffs of Pointe du Hoc under a rain of fire and fury. The odds? Grim. The stakes? Unimaginable. But Rudder didn’t flinch. He didn’t waver.

 Leading from the front, he inspired his men with a quiet determination, the kind you couldn’t fake. Those men climbed, clawed, and bled their way up those cliffs, silencing the German guns that threatened thousands of lives below. Two-thirds of his men fell that day. And yet, they succeeded. Why? Because Rudder led with his heart, his grit, and a sense of duty larger than himself. But the story doesn’t end on those cliffs. Earl Rudder’s battlefield leadership was just a chapter in his tale. When the war ended, Rudder came home—not to rest, but to rebuild.

A soldier, yes, but also a teacher, he turned his attention to shaping the future. By 1959, he was named President of Texas A&M University. At the time, A&M was a struggling military school, isolated in tradition, shrinking in relevance. It was said that the university’s future looked as bleak as those cliffs at Normandy. But Earl Rudder? He saw potential. He opened the doors to women, integrated the campus, and transformed A&M into a modern institution—one where the Corps of Cadets and civilian students could learn side by side. His reforms weren’t always popular. In fact, some said they felt like a storm. But Rudder knew that true leadership wasn’t about being liked; it was about doing what was right. And so, just as he had climbed Pointe du Hoc to clear the path for freedom, he scaled the walls of resistance to clear the path for progress. By the time he passed in 1970, Earl Rudder had left a legacy on two battlefields—the beaches of Normandy and the grounds of Aggieland. Today, his name is etched into the history books, the hearts of Aggies, and the cliffs of Normandy. In a fitting celebration of the General, Rudder Tower stands 110 feet tall, the exact height of the cliffs of Pointe du Hoc.

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In a quiet English town called Bournemouth, a young girl named Jane found her passion for animals both in books and in the backyard. At the age of five when visiting family friends. Jane Goodall hid in a hen house to learn about chickens and how they laid their eggs. Fast forward to 1960. A determined Jane arrived at the Gombe in western Tanzania with nothing but a notebook, binoculars, and an unshakable belief that she could unravel the mysteries of the animal kingdom. You see, at that time, women didn’t venture into the jungles of Africa to study wild animals. But Jane wasn’t just any woman. She sat. And she watched. Day after day. Month after month. Her patience and persistence paid off when she made a discovery that would upend everything we thought we knew about our closest relatives: chimpanzees made and used tools. For years, humanity had clung to the belief that tool-making was the exclusive domain of human animals. But there they were—chimpanzees, stripping leaves from twigs to fish termites from mounds. Jane proved what many scientists refused to believe—chimpanzees were more like us than we ever dared to imagine. Her work didn’t stop with the science. She gave her chimpanzees names—David Greybeard, Flo, and Fifi—because to Jane, they weren’t just subjects of research. They were individuals with emotions, relationships, and personalities. A radical notion at the time, but one that made the world take a second look at its kinship with the animal kingdom. Then the story takes a different turn. In 1986 Jane saw the forests where her chimpanzees lived begin to disappear. She saw communities struggling in poverty, forced to encroach on habitats just to survive. She realized that if she wanted to save the chimps, she’d have to save the people, too. And so, Jane Goodall became more than a scientist. She became a conservationist. In 1991, launched Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots, a program to empower young people of all ages to become involved in hands-on projects of their choosing to benefit the community, animals (including domestic animals) and the environment. Roots & Shoots is now active in more than 75 countries One of its shining moments came in Flint, Michigan, during the water crisis. A group of students took action, distributing clean water and planting community gardens. Their efforts gave their neighbors hope—and reminded us all of the power of young minds to change the world. Then followed the TACARE project and Dr. Jane and the Jane Goodall Institute launched initiatives that helped local communities adopt sustainable practices—like agroforestry and clean water programs—that not only lifted people out of poverty but allowed them to become partners in conserving their heritage and also preserved the forests her beloved chimps called home. One village at a time, one program at a time, Jane showed the world that conservation isn’t just about saving animals. It’s about saving ourselves.

Today, Dr. Jane Goodall is a household name. She’s traveled millions of miles, spoken to millions of people, and inspired countless individuals to join her crusade for a better planet. She’s been knighted, honored with awards, and was appointed by Secretary General Kofi Annan as a UN Messenger of Peace. But she’ll tell you her most significant accomplishment isn’t a title or a trophy. It’s the spark she’s ignited in others—a spark of hope, of empathy, of responsibility. And so, Jane Goodall’s story isn’t just about chimps or science or even conservation. It’s about the courage to follow your curiosity, the humility to recognize the interconnectedness of all life, and the determination to leave the world a better place than you found it.

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In a quiet English town called Bournemouth, a young girl named Jane found her passion for animals both in books and in the backyard. At the age of five when visiting family friends. Jane Goodall hid in a hen house to learn about chickens and how they laid their eggs. Fast forward to 1960. A determined Jane arrived at the Gombe in western Tanzania with nothing but a notebook, binoculars, and an unshakable belief that she could unravel the mysteries of the animal kingdom. You see, at that time, women didn’t venture into the jungles of Africa to study wild animals. But Jane wasn’t just any woman. She sat. And she watched. Day after day. Month after month. Her patience and persistence paid off when she made a discovery that would upend everything we thought we knew about our closest relatives: chimpanzees made and used tools. For years, humanity had clung to the belief that tool-making was the exclusive domain of human animals. But there they were—chimpanzees, stripping leaves from twigs to fish termites from mounds. Jane proved what many scientists refused to believe—chimpanzees were more like us than we ever dared to imagine. Her work didn’t stop with the science. She gave her chimpanzees names—David Greybeard, Flo, and Fifi—because to Jane, they weren’t just subjects of research. They were individuals with emotions, relationships, and personalities. A radical notion at the time, but one that made the world take a second look at its kinship with the animal kingdom. Then the story takes a different turn. In 1986 Jane saw the forests where her chimpanzees lived begin to disappear. She saw communities struggling in poverty, forced to encroach on habitats just to survive. She realized that if she wanted to save the chimps, she’d have to save the people, too. And so, Jane Goodall became more than a scientist. She became a conservationist. In 1991, launched Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots, a program to empower young people of all ages to become involved in hands-on projects of their choosing to benefit the community, animals (including domestic animals) and the environment. Roots & Shoots is now active in more than 75 countries One of its shining moments came in Flint, Michigan, during the water crisis. A group of students took action, distributing clean water and planting community gardens. Their efforts gave their neighbors hope—and reminded us all of the power of young minds to change the world. Then followed the TACARE project and Dr. Jane and the Jane Goodall Institute launched initiatives that helped local communities adopt sustainable practices—like agroforestry and clean water programs—that not only lifted people out of poverty but allowed them to become partners in conserving their heritage and also preserved the forests her beloved chimps called home. One village at a time, one program at a time, Jane showed the world that conservation isn’t just about saving animals. It’s about saving ourselves.

Today, Dr. Jane Goodall is a household name. She’s traveled millions of miles, spoken to millions of people, and inspired countless individuals to join her crusade for a better planet. She’s been knighted, honored with awards, and was appointed by Secretary General Kofi Annan as a UN Messenger of Peace. But she’ll tell you her most significant accomplishment isn’t a title or a trophy. It’s the spark she’s ignited in others—a spark of hope, of empathy, of responsibility. And so, Jane Goodall’s story isn’t just about chimps or science or even conservation. It’s about the courage to follow your curiosity, the humility to recognize the interconnectedness of all life, and the determination to leave the world a better place than you found it.

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That frog, of course, was Kermit. And with Kermit came a motley crew of unlikely heroes: a diva pig, a nervous bear, and a cookie-obsessed monster. Each one became a reflection of us all—our quirks, our dreams, our flaws. But Jim wasn’t just building puppets. He was building a bridge—a bridge to imagination. You see, he believed that laughter could heal and that kindness could be taught. He understood that the simplest lessons, delivered through a fuzzy friend, could change a child's world. He once said, "The most sophisticated people I know—inside, they are all children."

And so, he created worlds where that inner child could feel safe, seen, and loved. "Sesame Street" taught us how to count and spell, but it also taught us about friendship and empathy. "The Muppet Show" gave us belly laughs, but it also reminded us that even misfits could create something magical together. But Jim’s creativity wasn’t confined to puppets. It was in his storytelling, his belief in the power of wonder. Whether he was crafting a labyrinth of fantasy or taking us to a dark crystal world, Jim Henson dared us to dream bigger. He gave us permission to believe that a frog could talk, that monsters could love cookies, and that the world was full of possibilities.

When Jim Henson passed away at just 53, the world mourned a man whose work had touched millions. But Jim didn’t leave behind an empire—he left a legacy. A legacy of joy, of creativity, and of significance. For Jim Henson’s true genius was not in his ability to entertain, but in his ability to connect. And so, today, when you hear Kermit’s banjo or see Big Bird’s wide wings, remember: Jim Henson didn’t just show us a world of puppets. He showed us the best of ourselves, the most significant of being childlike. 

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That frog, of course, was Kermit. And with Kermit came a motley crew of unlikely heroes: a diva pig, a nervous bear, and a cookie-obsessed monster. Each one became a reflection of us all—our quirks, our dreams, our flaws. But Jim wasn’t just building puppets. He was building a bridge—a bridge to imagination. You see, he believed that laughter could heal and that kindness could be taught. He understood that the simplest lessons, delivered through a fuzzy friend, could change a child's world. He once said, "The most sophisticated people I know—inside, they are all children."

And so, he created worlds where that inner child could feel safe, seen, and loved. "Sesame Street" taught us how to count and spell, but it also taught us about friendship and empathy. "The Muppet Show" gave us belly laughs, but it also reminded us that even misfits could create something magical together. But Jim’s creativity wasn’t confined to puppets. It was in his storytelling, his belief in the power of wonder. Whether he was crafting a labyrinth of fantasy or taking us to a dark crystal world, Jim Henson dared us to dream bigger. He gave us permission to believe that a frog could talk, that monsters could love cookies, and that the world was full of possibilities.

When Jim Henson passed away at just 53, the world mourned a man whose work had touched millions. But Jim didn’t leave behind an empire—he left a legacy. A legacy of joy, of creativity, and of significance. For Jim Henson’s true genius was not in his ability to entertain, but in his ability to connect. And so, today, when you hear Kermit’s banjo or see Big Bird’s wide wings, remember: Jim Henson didn’t just show us a world of puppets. He showed us the best of ourselves, the most significant of being childlike. 

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Enjoy the "Reagan Riffing" on the principles that guided President Reagan through The Cold War, on his communication skills, the words that inspired us, and on how he cherished our country with action. 

Happy Birthday President Reagan. Your work of significance still matters to us. 

Visit www.Towerpub.com for more information on Cherish America. 

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Enjoy the "Reagan Riffing" on the principles that guided President Reagan through The Cold War, on his communication skills, the words that inspired us, and on how he cherished our country with action. 

Happy Birthday President Reagan. Your work of significance still matters to us. 

Visit www.Towerpub.com for more information on Cherish America. 

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Mark wasn’t just a songwriter; he was a storyteller, weaving melodies with words that captured heartbreak, hope, and humanity. But what set Mark apart was his ability to write songs that transcended time, resonating with millions across generations.Take Suspicious Minds, for instance. It wasn’t just a song—it was a seismic shift in pop culture. Sung by the one and only Elvis Presley, it gave the King of Rock 'n' Roll his comeback anthem, a soulful declaration of love fighting against doubt. With its pulsating rhythm and haunting lyrics, Mark James' words pierced through the clutter and reminded us all of the fragility—and strength—of trust in love.And then there was Always on My Mind. Oh, what a masterpiece. A song so tender, so achingly beautiful, that it became the anthem for anyone who ever wished they had expressed their love more fully. Sung by legends like Willie Nelson and Elvis Presley, it became more than just a hit—it became our song.

Mark James gave voice to the universal regret of unspoken affection and taught us that love, though imperfect, deserves its moments of grace.Mark James didn’t just write songs; he wrote emotions. He didn’t just craft lyrics; he crafted memories. He taught us to sing our hearts out, even when they were breaking, and to hold on to hope, even when it seemed far away.So today, we say goodbye to a man whose words will never truly leave us. They’ll linger, as echoes of love and longing, in every corner of our hearts. Mark James is gone, but his music—ah, his music—will always be with us.

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Mark wasn’t just a songwriter; he was a storyteller, weaving melodies with words that captured heartbreak, hope, and humanity. But what set Mark apart was his ability to write songs that transcended time, resonating with millions across generations.Take Suspicious Minds, for instance. It wasn’t just a song—it was a seismic shift in pop culture. Sung by the one and only Elvis Presley, it gave the King of Rock 'n' Roll his comeback anthem, a soulful declaration of love fighting against doubt. With its pulsating rhythm and haunting lyrics, Mark James' words pierced through the clutter and reminded us all of the fragility—and strength—of trust in love.And then there was Always on My Mind. Oh, what a masterpiece. A song so tender, so achingly beautiful, that it became the anthem for anyone who ever wished they had expressed their love more fully. Sung by legends like Willie Nelson and Elvis Presley, it became more than just a hit—it became our song.

Mark James gave voice to the universal regret of unspoken affection and taught us that love, though imperfect, deserves its moments of grace.Mark James didn’t just write songs; he wrote emotions. He didn’t just craft lyrics; he crafted memories. He taught us to sing our hearts out, even when they were breaking, and to hold on to hope, even when it seemed far away.So today, we say goodbye to a man whose words will never truly leave us. They’ll linger, as echoes of love and longing, in every corner of our hearts. Mark James is gone, but his music—ah, his music—will always be with us.

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Pioneering Christian Music: Carmichael helped shape the modern Christian music genre, blending traditional hymns with contemporary and popular music styles. He was instrumental in bringing jazz, pop, and other secular musical forms into the Christian music scene.

Innovative Arrangements: He was renowned for his innovative musical arrangements, especially within the context of church and gospel music. His work demonstrated a deep understanding of both classical and modern styles, which allowed him to bridge the gap between sacred music and secular trends.

Collaborations: Carmichael worked with many influential figures in the music world, including notable Christian artists like Billy Graham, and he was the musical director for many of Graham's crusades. His influence extended beyond the Christian community, as he also worked in mainstream music, including for television.

Impact on Worship Music: He composed hundreds of hymns, anthems, and choral works that remain staples in Christian worship. Songs like "The Savior is Waiting" and "His Eye Is on the Sparrow" have become beloved classics.

Recognition and Awards: Over his long career, Carmichael earned numerous awards and honors, reflecting his immense contribution to both religious and popular music.

Through these achievements, Ralph Carmichael left an enduring legacy, particularly in the blending of sacred and contemporary music. His work continues to influence the way Christian music is performed and appreciated today.

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Pioneering Christian Music: Carmichael helped shape the modern Christian music genre, blending traditional hymns with contemporary and popular music styles. He was instrumental in bringing jazz, pop, and other secular musical forms into the Christian music scene.

Innovative Arrangements: He was renowned for his innovative musical arrangements, especially within the context of church and gospel music. His work demonstrated a deep understanding of both classical and modern styles, which allowed him to bridge the gap between sacred music and secular trends.

Collaborations: Carmichael worked with many influential figures in the music world, including notable Christian artists like Billy Graham, and he was the musical director for many of Graham's crusades. His influence extended beyond the Christian community, as he also worked in mainstream music, including for television.

Impact on Worship Music: He composed hundreds of hymns, anthems, and choral works that remain staples in Christian worship. Songs like "The Savior is Waiting" and "His Eye Is on the Sparrow" have become beloved classics.

Recognition and Awards: Over his long career, Carmichael earned numerous awards and honors, reflecting his immense contribution to both religious and popular music.

Through these achievements, Ralph Carmichael left an enduring legacy, particularly in the blending of sacred and contemporary music. His work continues to influence the way Christian music is performed and appreciated today.

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Not everyone can handle the pressure or responsibility, but Robert Steinfeld has done that for the last five decades.His work has earned him 10 Sports Emmy Awards for producing and or directing local, regional, and national network sports television since the early 1980s, and during that time has covered Major League Baseball; NBA, WNBA and college basketball; college football; NCAA Championship events; World Cup Soccer, the Cotton Bowl Classic for four decades; and three summer Olympic Games. He’s produced and or directed for ESPN, CBS, ABC, NBC, Fox Sports networks, Bally Sports, the NBA and more. In addition to his Emmy Awards and additional five nominations, he’s received a national Cable Ace Award nomination for Outstanding Programming Achievement, five Telly Awards, and more.

He’s produced five highly successful and critically acclaimed baseball pitching instructional videos – including Nolan Ryan’s Fastball with Randy Johnson. He’s been fortunate to work with some of the greatest athletes and broadcasting talent, and he learned a lot along the way.Robert is a native of New Jersey, but grew up in Dallas, Texas, where he’s lived since 1965. He attended Dallas Hillcrest High School then the University of Texas-Austin, graduating with honors with a Bachelor of Journalism degree. He and his wife, Sarah, have two children, Elaine and Lee (AKA Leonhart on YouTube), plus two grandchildren.Robert Steinfeld is Executive Producer of the WNBA Dallas Wings and National Lacrosse League Panther City Lacrosse Club.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/62390149Wed, 16 Oct 2024 23:53:20 +0000Rick TocquignyImagine what it’s like to make hundreds of key decisions on “live” network television with millions watching. That’s what a sports television producer does behind-the-scenes each time they sit in “the big chair” in charge of the show. It’s a...
Not everyone can handle the pressure or responsibility, but Robert Steinfeld has done that for the last five decades.His work has earned him 10 Sports Emmy Awards for producing and or directing local, regional, and national network sports television since the early 1980s, and during that time has covered Major League Baseball; NBA, WNBA and college basketball; college football; NCAA Championship events; World Cup Soccer, the Cotton Bowl Classic for four decades; and three summer Olympic Games. He’s produced and or directed for ESPN, CBS, ABC, NBC, Fox Sports networks, Bally Sports, the NBA and more. In addition to his Emmy Awards and additional five nominations, he’s received a national Cable Ace Award nomination for Outstanding Programming Achievement, five Telly Awards, and more.

He’s produced five highly successful and critically acclaimed baseball pitching instructional videos – including Nolan Ryan’s Fastball with Randy Johnson. He’s been fortunate to work with some of the greatest athletes and broadcasting talent, and he learned a lot along the way.Robert is a native of New Jersey, but grew up in Dallas, Texas, where he’s lived since 1965. He attended Dallas Hillcrest High School then the University of Texas-Austin, graduating with honors with a Bachelor of Journalism degree. He and his wife, Sarah, have two children, Elaine and Lee (AKA Leonhart on YouTube), plus two grandchildren.Robert Steinfeld is Executive Producer of the WNBA Dallas Wings and National Lacrosse League Panther City Lacrosse Club.

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Hear what motivated Bob Parsons to start GoDaddy. 

Listen to his experiences in Vietnam and each event moved his life. 

Understand how self started businesses and a whole lot of hard work can still happen. 

Learn how his leadership helped galvanize a culture of excellence at GoDaddy. 

Buy Bob's book and read it today. Fire in the Hole is destined to be a bestseller.  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CYHGBFH3/?bestFormat=true&k=fire%20in%20the%20hole%20book&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k1_1_16&crid=1VEZ2ODN66ILG&sprefix=Fire%20in%20the%20Hole

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Hear what motivated Bob Parsons to start GoDaddy. 

Listen to his experiences in Vietnam and each event moved his life. 

Understand how self started businesses and a whole lot of hard work can still happen. 

Learn how his leadership helped galvanize a culture of excellence at GoDaddy. 

Buy Bob's book and read it today. Fire in the Hole is destined to be a bestseller.  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CYHGBFH3/?bestFormat=true&k=fire%20in%20the%20hole%20book&ref_=nb_sb_ss_w_scx-ent-pd-bk-d_de_k1_1_16&crid=1VEZ2ODN66ILG&sprefix=Fire%20in%20the%20Hole

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Blazy was raised in Lexington, Kentucky. At an early age, he played rhythm guitar and sang in various local bands. He became musically inspired when he heard Roger McGuinn playing his Rickenbacker guitar on "Mr. Tamborine Man". This revelation created a new choice and Kent traded in his baseball glove for a guitar. He began his musical journey playing with a series of bands all over the eastern half of the country, citing The Byrds, Rodney Crowell and Joe Ely as influences. By the mid-70’s, Kent was band leader, playing guitar and touring with Canadian legend, Ian Tyson.

Sound advice and the timely first place win in a national songwriting contest persuaded him to move to Nashville in 1980. Kent’s commitment was now to focus his efforts at the craft of songwriting. It was a very fine decision.In 1982, sooner than expected, Gary Morris took "Headed for a Heartache" to number 5 on the charts. In the years that followed other artists, such as The Forrester Sisters, T. Graham Brown, Donna Fargo and Moe Bandy recorded Kent’s tunes.In an effort to develop more knowledge of the recording side of music and for the benefits of a “day job”, Kent opened a home recording studio. The studio offered an option for Kent’s demos as well as a demo service to other writers.

This studio introduced Kent to some of the new demo singers and songwriters of Nashville; names like Randy Travis, Billy Dean, Trisha Yearwood, Joe Diffie, and Martina McBride, now well-known country artists.In 1987, Kent was introduced to a new demo singer by Bob Doyle, then with ASCAP, soon to be the manager for this emerging talent, Garth Brooks. Garth became Kent’s most requested demo singer and Bob Doyle also advised, “Garth writes a little bit too.”The first song Garth and Kent penned together was "If Tomorrow Never Comes" which became the first number one song for both. The friendship and writing partnership continued as Garth included eight more of their songs on his albums.Four more of theirs songs captured the number one slot:"Somewhere Other Than the Night", "Ain’t Goin’ Down (‘Til the Sun Comes Up)", "It’s Midnight Cinderella", and "She’s Gonna Make It Shoulder” and the George Jones duet “Beer Run (B Double E Double Are You In?).” He also co-wrote “That’s What I Get for Lovin’ You” by Diamond Rio and “Can’t Get Enough” by Patty Loveless in the late 1990s.

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Blazy was raised in Lexington, Kentucky. At an early age, he played rhythm guitar and sang in various local bands. He became musically inspired when he heard Roger McGuinn playing his Rickenbacker guitar on "Mr. Tamborine Man". This revelation created a new choice and Kent traded in his baseball glove for a guitar. He began his musical journey playing with a series of bands all over the eastern half of the country, citing The Byrds, Rodney Crowell and Joe Ely as influences. By the mid-70’s, Kent was band leader, playing guitar and touring with Canadian legend, Ian Tyson.

Sound advice and the timely first place win in a national songwriting contest persuaded him to move to Nashville in 1980. Kent’s commitment was now to focus his efforts at the craft of songwriting. It was a very fine decision.In 1982, sooner than expected, Gary Morris took "Headed for a Heartache" to number 5 on the charts. In the years that followed other artists, such as The Forrester Sisters, T. Graham Brown, Donna Fargo and Moe Bandy recorded Kent’s tunes.In an effort to develop more knowledge of the recording side of music and for the benefits of a “day job”, Kent opened a home recording studio. The studio offered an option for Kent’s demos as well as a demo service to other writers.

This studio introduced Kent to some of the new demo singers and songwriters of Nashville; names like Randy Travis, Billy Dean, Trisha Yearwood, Joe Diffie, and Martina McBride, now well-known country artists.In 1987, Kent was introduced to a new demo singer by Bob Doyle, then with ASCAP, soon to be the manager for this emerging talent, Garth Brooks. Garth became Kent’s most requested demo singer and Bob Doyle also advised, “Garth writes a little bit too.”The first song Garth and Kent penned together was "If Tomorrow Never Comes" which became the first number one song for both. The friendship and writing partnership continued as Garth included eight more of their songs on his albums.Four more of theirs songs captured the number one slot:"Somewhere Other Than the Night", "Ain’t Goin’ Down (‘Til the Sun Comes Up)", "It’s Midnight Cinderella", and "She’s Gonna Make It Shoulder” and the George Jones duet “Beer Run (B Double E Double Are You In?).” He also co-wrote “That’s What I Get for Lovin’ You” by Diamond Rio and “Can’t Get Enough” by Patty Loveless in the late 1990s.

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Ray has worked with Lyle Lovett from the start. He lived in Nashville for 13 years. 
He did a solo album in 2007. Eventually Ray moved back to Scottsdale, Arizona to help manage the family bar/restaurant/recording studio Handlebar J.

Ray recalls the final 10 years of his Mom's life, caring for her in Arizona. What a noble role. 

Hear Ray's admiration for his Dad and his hard work ethic. He regrets never telling his Dad "I love you." 

Enjoy hearing Amarillo Sky and many other diverse songs on their newest EP. 

Visit www.mcbrideandtheride.com to see where they are in concert and hear their newest music. 
THEY LAUGH A LOT AND MAKE A LITTLE MUSIC.


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Ray has worked with Lyle Lovett from the start. He lived in Nashville for 13 years. 
He did a solo album in 2007. Eventually Ray moved back to Scottsdale, Arizona to help manage the family bar/restaurant/recording studio Handlebar J.

Ray recalls the final 10 years of his Mom's life, caring for her in Arizona. What a noble role. 

Hear Ray's admiration for his Dad and his hard work ethic. He regrets never telling his Dad "I love you." 

Enjoy hearing Amarillo Sky and many other diverse songs on their newest EP. 

Visit www.mcbrideandtheride.com to see where they are in concert and hear their newest music. 
THEY LAUGH A LOT AND MAKE A LITTLE MUSIC.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2151false153849fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legendary-leader-dr-bernie-mullin-groundbreaking-sport-and-entertainment-industry-maven-get-clarity--60464632
Bernie has definitely moved from Success to Significance with involvement in the United Way, YMCA, Make a Wish Foundation and The Aspire Difference Foundation supporting single parents with pre-school children. 

On this podcast learn about the empowerment of today's youth through education. You will also hear about America's top 10 key soclal problems. 

Hear Bernie's proposal to have a summer camp for all incoming high school freshmen, giving them orientation as American citizens and how to be an adult. 

Visit www.berniejmullin.com to support this visionary.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60464632Fri, 21 Jun 2024 18:32:39 +0000Rick TocquignyDr. Bernie Mullin is a groundbreaking sport and entertainment industry executive who has turned around franchises, set all time revenue and attendance records, and generated $1.5 billion in revenues for brands from the NFL to the U.S. Open Tennis with...
Bernie has definitely moved from Success to Significance with involvement in the United Way, YMCA, Make a Wish Foundation and The Aspire Difference Foundation supporting single parents with pre-school children. 

On this podcast learn about the empowerment of today's youth through education. You will also hear about America's top 10 key soclal problems. 

Hear Bernie's proposal to have a summer camp for all incoming high school freshmen, giving them orientation as American citizens and how to be an adult. 

Visit www.berniejmullin.com to support this visionary.


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Hear about Terry's early beginnings in Taylor, Texas and years with his beloved Dad. Terry auditioned for his Dad's band as a bass player and made the cut. He learned to drive the band bus and "double clutch." 

Great music is in Terry's DNA.   His experience in Austin included time with Leroy Parnell and Delbert McClinton with good friend Larry Telford. 

Listen to Terry's story about the famous rejection letter from Tony Brown. Eventually, Tony put Terry together with Ray Herndon and Billy Thomas. That's Tony Brown, the pianist for Elvis! 

Enjoy hearing the story McBride & Ride and make sure and see them in concert. Visit www.mcbrideandtheride.com. 

Special thanks go to Larry Telford for his direction of Legends.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60463244Fri, 21 Jun 2024 15:47:50 +0000Rick TocquignyTerry McBride is the incredibly talented singer and songwriter of McBride & The Ride. Now celebrating their 35th anniversary, they are debuting their newest EP Amarillo Sky. McBride & The Ride shot to the top of the charts with hits such as...
Hear about Terry's early beginnings in Taylor, Texas and years with his beloved Dad. Terry auditioned for his Dad's band as a bass player and made the cut. He learned to drive the band bus and "double clutch." 

Great music is in Terry's DNA.   His experience in Austin included time with Leroy Parnell and Delbert McClinton with good friend Larry Telford. 

Listen to Terry's story about the famous rejection letter from Tony Brown. Eventually, Tony put Terry together with Ray Herndon and Billy Thomas. That's Tony Brown, the pianist for Elvis! 

Enjoy hearing the story McBride & Ride and make sure and see them in concert. Visit www.mcbrideandtheride.com. 

Special thanks go to Larry Telford for his direction of Legends.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1999false153844fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legendary-drummer-billythomas-for-mac-davis-ricky-nelson-emmy-lou-harris-and-mcbride-and-the-ride--60462216
Billy was the drummer for The Hudson Brothers Band, then with Ricky Nelson. Next, he played behind the one and only Mac Davis for his shows in Vegas. Mac Davis was Billy's first taste of Urban Country. 

The Cinderella story continued. After moving to Nashville in 1987, he got his first job within the first few days after auditioning with Vince Gill.  

And then he performed on Emily Lou Harris' album Blue, followed by work with Marty Stuart.  

Hear Billy's inside story on Tony Brown, the kingpin for MCA Records, his music producer, and former pianist for Elvis. 

Tony brought Terry McBride and Ray Herdon together for the three part harmony of McBride and The Ride. 

They produced five albums from 1989 through 1995. And the rest is history for this SINGING DRUMMER. 


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60462216Fri, 21 Jun 2024 14:07:13 +0000Rick TocquignyLegends celebrates Billy Thomas, incredible drummer of McBride and The Ride with the debut of their new EP Amarillo Sky.  Billy was the drummer for The Hudson Brothers Band, then with Ricky Nelson. Next, he played behind the one and only Mac Davis...
Billy was the drummer for The Hudson Brothers Band, then with Ricky Nelson. Next, he played behind the one and only Mac Davis for his shows in Vegas. Mac Davis was Billy's first taste of Urban Country. 

The Cinderella story continued. After moving to Nashville in 1987, he got his first job within the first few days after auditioning with Vince Gill.  

And then he performed on Emily Lou Harris' album Blue, followed by work with Marty Stuart.  

Hear Billy's inside story on Tony Brown, the kingpin for MCA Records, his music producer, and former pianist for Elvis. 

Tony brought Terry McBride and Ray Herdon together for the three part harmony of McBride and The Ride. 

They produced five albums from 1989 through 1995. And the rest is history for this SINGING DRUMMER. 


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1889false153842fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legendary-musician-john-mceuen-founding-member-of-the-nitty-gritty-dirt-band--60418223
Hear this exclusive story on the origin of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, John's friendship with Steve Martin, and why he calls himself the Forrest Gump of Banjo Players. 

Listen to John's special story about Walter Brennan and why he did his own version of Old Rivers. 
He'd say, one of these days
I'm gonna climb that mountain
Walk up there among them clouds
Where the cotton's high
And the corn's a-growin'
And there ain't no fields to plow

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60418223Tue, 18 Jun 2024 00:55:32 +0000Rick TocquignyJohn McKuen, legendary banjo and mandolin musician for The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band debuts his latest album Newsman.  Hear this exclusive story on the origin of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, John's friendship with Steve Martin, and why he calls himself...
Hear this exclusive story on the origin of The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, John's friendship with Steve Martin, and why he calls himself the Forrest Gump of Banjo Players. 

Listen to John's special story about Walter Brennan and why he did his own version of Old Rivers. 
He'd say, one of these days
I'm gonna climb that mountain
Walk up there among them clouds
Where the cotton's high
And the corn's a-growin'
And there ain't no fields to plow

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2001false153835fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legendary-singer-and-musician-john-ford-coley-says-eat-drink-and-be-merry--60374089
I'd Really Love to See You Tonight, We'll Never Have to Say Goodbye, and Love is the Answer. 

Listen to the show to the end and hear John's philosophy of Eat, Drink and Be Merry. 
HEAR HIS PHILOSOPHY ABOUT "LET HER EAT THE DAMN PIECE OF CHOCOLATE." 

John Ford Coley debuts Sketches Volume 1 with songs recorded throughout his storied career, but never released until 2021 including "Falling" which he wrote with former bandmate Dan Seals before he died in 2009. 

In partnersbhip with Starvista Music, three additional albums are digitally released featuring "Long Way Home (Live in Israel and L.A.) and the Very Best of John  Ford Coley. 

Stream/listen to Sketches Vol. 1: lnk.to/JFCSketchesVol1
Stream/listen to Eclectic: lnk.to/JFCEclectic
Stream/listen to Long Way Home (Live): lnk.to/JFCLongWayHomeLive
Stream/listen to The Very Best of John Ford Coley: lnk.to/TheVeryBestofJohnFordColey

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60374089Thu, 13 Jun 2024 15:56:09 +0000Rick TocquignyGrammy nominated and multi-platinum selling musician and singer John Ford Coley, best known as one half of the '70's duo England Dan and John Ford Coley. Their hits included:  I'd Really Love to See You Tonight, We'll Never Have to Say Goodbye, and...
I'd Really Love to See You Tonight, We'll Never Have to Say Goodbye, and Love is the Answer. 

Listen to the show to the end and hear John's philosophy of Eat, Drink and Be Merry. 
HEAR HIS PHILOSOPHY ABOUT "LET HER EAT THE DAMN PIECE OF CHOCOLATE." 

John Ford Coley debuts Sketches Volume 1 with songs recorded throughout his storied career, but never released until 2021 including "Falling" which he wrote with former bandmate Dan Seals before he died in 2009. 

In partnersbhip with Starvista Music, three additional albums are digitally released featuring "Long Way Home (Live in Israel and L.A.) and the Very Best of John  Ford Coley. 

Stream/listen to Sketches Vol. 1: lnk.to/JFCSketchesVol1
Stream/listen to Eclectic: lnk.to/JFCEclectic
Stream/listen to Long Way Home (Live): lnk.to/JFCLongWayHomeLive
Stream/listen to The Very Best of John Ford Coley: lnk.to/TheVeryBestofJohnFordColey

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2692false153832fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-legends-uncovers-the-origin-of-the-rocky-horror-picture-show-with-drummer-martin-fitzgibbon--60305165
Legendary drummer Martin Fitzgibbon become one of the first people to witness the splendor of Tim Curry strutting impressively in women's high heels during the rehearsals for The Rocky Horror Picture Show original stage production in London around 1973. 

In his new book, "Behind the Curtain, My Life and Rocky Horror," he reveals untold secrets and offers his unique insights into the show and the music. 

About the story: in this cult classic, sweethearts Brad (Barry Bostwick) and Janet (Susan Sarandon) stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank N. Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters including rocking biker (Meat Loaf), and a creepy butler (Richard O'Brien). 

Hear the inside story on why London play critics fell in love with Rocky Horror. It has much to do with right time, right place, great story, catchy tunes, fantastic band and a unique story. 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/60305165Thu, 06 Jun 2024 22:35:03 +0000Rick TocquignyHow could Andrew Lloyd Webber firing an Elvis impersonater trying to play Herod in Jesus Christ Superstar, ever be the start for one of the greatest cult films of all time- The Rocky Horror Picture Show?   Hear the answer in this exclusive interview...
Legendary drummer Martin Fitzgibbon become one of the first people to witness the splendor of Tim Curry strutting impressively in women's high heels during the rehearsals for The Rocky Horror Picture Show original stage production in London around 1973. 

In his new book, "Behind the Curtain, My Life and Rocky Horror," he reveals untold secrets and offers his unique insights into the show and the music. 

About the story: in this cult classic, sweethearts Brad (Barry Bostwick) and Janet (Susan Sarandon) stuck with a flat tire during a storm, discover the eerie mansion of Dr. Frank N. Furter (Tim Curry), a transvestite scientist. As their innocence is lost, Brad and Janet meet a houseful of wild characters including rocking biker (Meat Loaf), and a creepy butler (Richard O'Brien). 

Hear the inside story on why London play critics fell in love with Rocky Horror. It has much to do with right time, right place, great story, catchy tunes, fantastic band and a unique story. 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2415false153823fullhttp://www.chandabell.comwww.lumistella.com 

Hear about faith, hope and love starting with every child. Through Elf on the Shelf and all the other Northpole characters, an extraordinary magic is preserved. This makes their company timeless and universal. 

Visit the most inspiring Chanda at www.chandabell.com and start your Christmas/Holiday season early with an Elf on Your Shelf. It's a tradition that must be carried forward. 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59979689Sat, 11 May 2024 12:50:35 +0000Rick TocquignyLegendary stories and family tradition can be simple and profound. Such is the case with Elf on the Shelf. Meet Chanda Bell, daughter of a magical Mom that created Elf on the Shelf. Together with her twin sister, they have created Lumistella,...www.lumistella.com 

Hear about faith, hope and love starting with every child. Through Elf on the Shelf and all the other Northpole characters, an extraordinary magic is preserved. This makes their company timeless and universal. 

Visit the most inspiring Chanda at www.chandabell.com and start your Christmas/Holiday season early with an Elf on Your Shelf. It's a tradition that must be carried forward. 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1960www.lumistella.comfalse153805fullhttp://www.radicalcandor.com
Kim is a consummate team buiilder, collaborator and has successfully operationalized radical candor through out the client base of Just Work, a company co-founded by Jason Rosoff. She was a member of the faculty at Apple University and before that, led AdSense, YouTube, and DoubleClick teams at Google. 

Hear about what gets in the way of radical respect? Bias, Prejudice and Bullying are the big three behaviors. 

Boil it down to bias is unconscience, prejudice is meaning it, and bullying is just being mean regardless of conscious or unconsciousness. 

Listen to the story of Kim's dog. It's the memorable tale that differentiates between being clear versus being mean. 

Buy all of Kim's books, but most importantly, be radically respectful with radical candor. 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59678516Sat, 27 Apr 2024 20:14:37 +0000Rick TocquignyCome out of denial, laugh at yourself, get radically candid with YOU. Enjoy best selling author Kim Scott. Debuting Radical Respect, the prequel to the best selling, brilliant book Radical Candor.  Kim is a consummate team buiilder, collaborator and...
Kim is a consummate team buiilder, collaborator and has successfully operationalized radical candor through out the client base of Just Work, a company co-founded by Jason Rosoff. She was a member of the faculty at Apple University and before that, led AdSense, YouTube, and DoubleClick teams at Google. 

Hear about what gets in the way of radical respect? Bias, Prejudice and Bullying are the big three behaviors. 

Boil it down to bias is unconscience, prejudice is meaning it, and bullying is just being mean regardless of conscious or unconsciousness. 

Listen to the story of Kim's dog. It's the memorable tale that differentiates between being clear versus being mean. 

Buy all of Kim's books, but most importantly, be radically respectful with radical candor. 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1938true153797fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legends-with-chef-vitaly-paley-and-his-extraordinary-partner-kimberly-paley-riff-on-pausing--59358358 
Moved to France for a year to train as a Michelin two star restaurant. Kimberly worked the front and Vitaly was in the kitchen. Married in December 1988, they just celebrated their 35th anniversary. 

Restaurants united them. Using knowledge to master the cullnary skills, they eventually opened up their own restaurant in Portland.  Wineries opened, the source of food was extraordinary. 

Now, they are letting the next generation that they mentored, take over the reins. It was a rewarding 27 years of running their own enterprises. 

Listen to the Paleys talk about PAUSING. Through James Beard awards and winning the Iron Chef, they pause to reflect on lives of significance.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59358358Tue, 09 Apr 2024 01:48:31 +0000Rick TocquignyKimberly met Vitaly. The Paley's partnership started in New York City. She was a professional dancer. He a talented musician that attended Julliard. His family had immigrated from Russia. To make ends meet, both worked in the restaurant industry.... 
Moved to France for a year to train as a Michelin two star restaurant. Kimberly worked the front and Vitaly was in the kitchen. Married in December 1988, they just celebrated their 35th anniversary. 

Restaurants united them. Using knowledge to master the cullnary skills, they eventually opened up their own restaurant in Portland.  Wineries opened, the source of food was extraordinary. 

Now, they are letting the next generation that they mentored, take over the reins. It was a rewarding 27 years of running their own enterprises. 

Listen to the Paleys talk about PAUSING. Through James Beard awards and winning the Iron Chef, they pause to reflect on lives of significance.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2364false153781fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-legends-with-maisie-ganzler-author-and-chief-strategist-at-bon-appetit-management-company--59297230
During Maisie's 30 year tenure at Bon Appetit Management Company, she shaped the overall strategic direction, especially in her years as Chief Strategy and Brand Officer. The daughter of two non-profit leaders, the rebellious girl from a bohemian home turned out to be a leading advocate. 
Witness her TED Talk "How the Humane Sausage Gets Made." 

Enjoy this illuminating conversation and buy the book. 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59297230Thu, 04 Apr 2024 19:23:59 +0000Rick TocquignyLegendary leader and author Maisie Ganzler graces our studio and riffs about her book "You Can't Market Manure at Lunchtime: And Other Lessons from the Food Industry for Creating a More Sustainable Company.  During Maisie's 30 year tenure at Bon...
During Maisie's 30 year tenure at Bon Appetit Management Company, she shaped the overall strategic direction, especially in her years as Chief Strategy and Brand Officer. The daughter of two non-profit leaders, the rebellious girl from a bohemian home turned out to be a leading advocate. 
Witness her TED Talk "How the Humane Sausage Gets Made." 

Enjoy this illuminating conversation and buy the book. 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2047false153777fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-legends-with-new-zoo-revue-pioneers-doug-momary-and-emmy-jo-it-s-the-new-zoo-revue-coming-right-at-you--59203008
Hear the genesis of the series, the bean bag frog named Freddie, the support of Mattel, the supporting cast, the birth of children, the journey of 196 shows supported by over 600 original songs. 

Doug and Emmy Jo are so gracious, so kind, so loving. Their focus on kindness and relationships back to 1970, had stickiness. The series was syndicated into the 1990's and has now gained renewed interests with the next generation. 

Enjoy this magical conversation with two beautiful people that had a simple, profound idea that has enduring positive impact to this day.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59203008Thu, 28 Mar 2024 02:13:25 +0000Rick TocquignyWe all have our heroes. Two of mine are Doug Momary and Emmy Jo, the stars and pioneers of the hit children's television series The New Zoo Revue.  Hear the genesis of the series, the bean bag frog named Freddie, the support of Mattel, the supporting...
Hear the genesis of the series, the bean bag frog named Freddie, the support of Mattel, the supporting cast, the birth of children, the journey of 196 shows supported by over 600 original songs. 

Doug and Emmy Jo are so gracious, so kind, so loving. Their focus on kindness and relationships back to 1970, had stickiness. The series was syndicated into the 1990's and has now gained renewed interests with the next generation. 

Enjoy this magical conversation with two beautiful people that had a simple, profound idea that has enduring positive impact to this day.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2177false153735fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-legends-features-art-pioneers-esther-seigel-and-stewart-brewer-riffing-on-assemblage-art--59202814
Enjoy this exclusive conversation with Esther Seigel and Spencer Brewer, an extraordinary husband and wife collaboration that have pioneered the movement of assemblage art. What has been the real discovery? 

Assemblage art creates more play time. It also creates a zero judgement zone for couples. Now that's a legendary outcome. 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/59202814Thu, 28 Mar 2024 01:39:55 +0000Rick TocquignyLegends are made when they create breakthrough concepts that people can relate to and start playing with themselves.  Enjoy this exclusive conversation with Esther Seigel and Spencer Brewer, an extraordinary husband and wife collaboration that have...
Enjoy this exclusive conversation with Esther Seigel and Spencer Brewer, an extraordinary husband and wife collaboration that have pioneered the movement of assemblage art. What has been the real discovery? 

Assemblage art creates more play time. It also creates a zero judgement zone for couples. Now that's a legendary outcome. 

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2412false153735fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-legends-with-joe-lanzisero-disney-imagineer-animator-creative-prodigy-drummer--58945298
37 glorious years at Disney.
Imagineer who led creative on 4 cruise ships- Disney Fantasy, Dream, Wonder, Magic
Added his imagination to 11 Disney animated films.
Joe added value to Disney theme park projects valued at $9 billion.
Honored with 2 TEA Awards

Hear the secret to his visual storytelling that includes Joe's involvement with Mickey's Toon Town at Disneyland.

Look at Joe's lineage of creativity. His grandmother was a floral designer, his Dad worked in the arcade industry and his Mom was an imaginative force.

Learn how storytelling is related to user experiences. Stories are narrative or subtext. Using stories as narrative, his led the Winnie the Pooh Ride in Tokyo. You are going to meet Tigger and you will find honey with Winnie. Listen to Joe's definition of subtext. It's about emotional connection.

Enjoy the conversation on how drumming has influenced Joe. His love for Aja from Steeley Dan is reflective of well timed, sequenced jazz-like life.

Visit www.lanziserocreative.com to discover the rest of this legend's universe.





Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58945298Wed, 06 Mar 2024 15:01:26 +0000Rick TocquignyBy the numbers, Joe Lanzisero is a true legend. 37 glorious years at Disney. Imagineer who led creative on 4 cruise ships- Disney Fantasy, Dream, Wonder, Magic Added his imagination to 11 Disney animated films. Joe added value to Disney theme park...
37 glorious years at Disney.
Imagineer who led creative on 4 cruise ships- Disney Fantasy, Dream, Wonder, Magic
Added his imagination to 11 Disney animated films.
Joe added value to Disney theme park projects valued at $9 billion.
Honored with 2 TEA Awards

Hear the secret to his visual storytelling that includes Joe's involvement with Mickey's Toon Town at Disneyland.

Look at Joe's lineage of creativity. His grandmother was a floral designer, his Dad worked in the arcade industry and his Mom was an imaginative force.

Learn how storytelling is related to user experiences. Stories are narrative or subtext. Using stories as narrative, his led the Winnie the Pooh Ride in Tokyo. You are going to meet Tigger and you will find honey with Winnie. Listen to Joe's definition of subtext. It's about emotional connection.

Enjoy the conversation on how drumming has influenced Joe. His love for Aja from Steeley Dan is reflective of well timed, sequenced jazz-like life.

Visit www.lanziserocreative.com to discover the rest of this legend's universe.





Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2207false153704fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-legends-with-clayton-cameron-greatest-brush-drummer-ever--58764271
Hear the influence of tap dancing on his brush technique. Listen to the stories of his performances behind the likes of Sammy Davis Jr., Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Gregory Hines.

Now in his 17th year at UCLA, Clayton lectures and teaches his craft. Learn about his influences and enjoy the rich story of his introduction to Max Roach.

This conversation is about motion and emotion. Clayton is a perpetual man of jazz. We call him Brush Tail, honoring his 17 original rudiments and sheer talent.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58764271Wed, 21 Feb 2024 13:58:56 +0000Rick TocquignyMr. Clayton Cameron is gifted. This legendary percussionist is Mr. Brushman. Author of The Living Art of Brushes, he has earned the honorary title of "Brush Master." Hear the influence of tap dancing on his brush technique. Listen to the stories of...
Hear the influence of tap dancing on his brush technique. Listen to the stories of his performances behind the likes of Sammy Davis Jr., Tony Bennett, Frank Sinatra, Gregory Hines.

Now in his 17th year at UCLA, Clayton lectures and teaches his craft. Learn about his influences and enjoy the rich story of his introduction to Max Roach.

This conversation is about motion and emotion. Clayton is a perpetual man of jazz. We call him Brush Tail, honoring his 17 original rudiments and sheer talent.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2157false153698fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-to-significance-with-dr-kenneth-bruce-asarch-lending-his-advice-to-his-grandsons--58488868


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58488868Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:05:26 +0000Rick TocquignyA conversation between a Grandfather and his five Grandsons is a rarity. Enjoy this exclusive interview with Ken Asarch as he advises his five grandsons on the future.


Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2742false153681fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-to-significance-featuring-rosealie-asarch-with-a-message-from-grandmother-to-her-five-grandsons--58488835
Enjoy this exclusive message from Rosealie Asarch, proud Grandmother of five Grandsons.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/58488835Mon, 29 Jan 2024 14:02:36 +0000Rick TocquignyWisdom that flows from a Grandparent to their Grandchildren is the most special message. It brings back our own memory of the moments with people that mattered most. Enjoy this exclusive message from Rosealie Asarch, proud Grandmother of five Grandsons.
Enjoy this exclusive message from Rosealie Asarch, proud Grandmother of five Grandsons.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2855false153680fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-with-jeff-pedowitz-author-of-ai-revenue-architect--57373593
Jeff introduces a concept on the show that will reshape the way we view business revenue through the lens of the Revenue Time Machine.

By connecting with Jeff and the Pedowitz Group (TPG), you and your team will be able to harness AI's capabilities, decipher patterns and trends and chart your own course for future success.

Under Jeff’s leadership, TPG has a proven track record of generating revenue for clients. Over 1,500 corporate clients have teamed with Jeff and TPG over the past 20 years. Fortune 500 companies, ubiquitous brands, and boutique organizations looking to meet the modern standard have turned to TPG. Their trust in TPG has yielded over $25 billion in marketing-sourced revenue and marketing-influenced revenue. Beyond that, in the more than 10,000 campaigns they’ve launched, TPG has created meaningful relationships between brands and their customers.With more than 70 team members in 24 states, TPG is poised to create the kind of wins that fuel lasting growth.

Visit www.pedowitzgroup.com to talk to Jeff and accelerate your enterprise revenue through AI.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/57373593Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:19:51 +0000Rick TocquignyJeff Pedowitz, is a 25 year veteran in Artificial Intelligence and revenue. Hear the laymen's explanation of AI and learn about the shift with generative AI, a $7 trillion industry on the way. Jeff introduces a concept on the show that will reshape...
Jeff introduces a concept on the show that will reshape the way we view business revenue through the lens of the Revenue Time Machine.

By connecting with Jeff and the Pedowitz Group (TPG), you and your team will be able to harness AI's capabilities, decipher patterns and trends and chart your own course for future success.

Under Jeff’s leadership, TPG has a proven track record of generating revenue for clients. Over 1,500 corporate clients have teamed with Jeff and TPG over the past 20 years. Fortune 500 companies, ubiquitous brands, and boutique organizations looking to meet the modern standard have turned to TPG. Their trust in TPG has yielded over $25 billion in marketing-sourced revenue and marketing-influenced revenue. Beyond that, in the more than 10,000 campaigns they’ve launched, TPG has created meaningful relationships between brands and their customers.With more than 70 team members in 24 states, TPG is poised to create the kind of wins that fuel lasting growth.

Visit www.pedowitzgroup.com to talk to Jeff and accelerate your enterprise revenue through AI.

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Your days of wine and roses is officially over. We hope you enjoyed your liberating time of working anywhere at anytime, unwatched and untethered.

On your way back, listen to this show on your commute. Perhaps you will learn something new on the Love Languages at work with Dr. Paul Smith.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/56442232Fri, 11 Aug 2023 16:31:07 +0000Rick TocquignyIt's time to change out of yoga pants or running shorts and head back to the office. Your days of wine and roses is officially over. We hope you enjoyed your liberating time of working anywhere at anytime, unwatched and untethered. On your way...
Your days of wine and roses is officially over. We hope you enjoyed your liberating time of working anywhere at anytime, unwatched and untethered.

On your way back, listen to this show on your commute. Perhaps you will learn something new on the Love Languages at work with Dr. Paul Smith.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1103false145477fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-legends-honors-hollywood-s-very-finest-photographer-bjoern-kommerell--56043923
Learn the techniques of working together from this master collaborator.

For over 20 years the crazy german has been all over Los Angeles taking headshots of actors. Forget about the stiff atmosphere and the fake smiles. Forget about your face freezing in into a mask of boredom. If you shoot with Bjoern, get ready for a different kind of experience. It’ll be more like working on a movie set. It’s about movement, communication, and most of all – FUN! Inspired by listening to movie soundtracks on the shoot you will notice that it is all about throwing off your layers of convention and getting to the part, which makes you so interesting, special and unique. Your humor, your darkness, your depth or your sexiness, whatever it is…Bjoern will catch them. His photos are like movie stills, a moment in time, capturing an expression, a feeling, a personality. This style of portaiture Bjoern has embraced and perfected. His outgoing personality is the perfect match to work with actors for these edgy headshots. The sessions simply are a playful and creative flow, in which he will not stop looking to catch your uniqueness and beauty. His photos are a held breath of expectation, full of possibility and life.It doesn’t matter if you’re famous or not. For Bjoern it does not make a difference. He will do everything he can until he is 100% sure that the most charismatic version of your self is captured in a breathtaking portrait. His work is known all over Hollywood and helped with his headshot photography hundreds and hundreds of actors to start or improve their careers by getting more auditions, by getting in front of the important casting directors.As the pioneer of cinematic headshots, Bjoern is considered to be one of the best headshot photographers in Los Angeles and has influenced many other photographers with his style.His work has been published in People Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, US Weekly, Maxim, Variety, Hollywood Reporter, American Photo, Stern, German Vanity Fair, Esquire middle East, Bunte, Hörzu, German Gala Magazine, etc..Over the years he has worked with celebrities such as Meghan Markle, Elton John, Cindy Crawford, Chaka Khan, Danny Trejo, Paul Oakenfold, Rascal Flatts, Reba McEntire, Justin Bieber, Tatjana Patitz, Olivia Munn, Joe Manganiello, Johnny Knoxville, Wolfgang Peterson, Tom Welling, Paul Dano, Amanda Righetti, Michelle Trachtenberg, Demian Bichir, Stana Katic, Jensen Ackles, Danneel Harris, Jared Paladecki, Cam Gigandet, Natalie Zea, Anthony LaPaglia, Diane Neal, yder, Todd Stashwick, Sandra Eccheverria, Michelle Stafford, Brandon Beemer,


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Learn the techniques of working together from this master collaborator.

For over 20 years the crazy german has been all over Los Angeles taking headshots of actors. Forget about the stiff atmosphere and the fake smiles. Forget about your face freezing in into a mask of boredom. If you shoot with Bjoern, get ready for a different kind of experience. It’ll be more like working on a movie set. It’s about movement, communication, and most of all – FUN! Inspired by listening to movie soundtracks on the shoot you will notice that it is all about throwing off your layers of convention and getting to the part, which makes you so interesting, special and unique. Your humor, your darkness, your depth or your sexiness, whatever it is…Bjoern will catch them. His photos are like movie stills, a moment in time, capturing an expression, a feeling, a personality. This style of portaiture Bjoern has embraced and perfected. His outgoing personality is the perfect match to work with actors for these edgy headshots. The sessions simply are a playful and creative flow, in which he will not stop looking to catch your uniqueness and beauty. His photos are a held breath of expectation, full of possibility and life.It doesn’t matter if you’re famous or not. For Bjoern it does not make a difference. He will do everything he can until he is 100% sure that the most charismatic version of your self is captured in a breathtaking portrait. His work is known all over Hollywood and helped with his headshot photography hundreds and hundreds of actors to start or improve their careers by getting more auditions, by getting in front of the important casting directors.As the pioneer of cinematic headshots, Bjoern is considered to be one of the best headshot photographers in Los Angeles and has influenced many other photographers with his style.His work has been published in People Magazine, Entertainment Weekly, US Weekly, Maxim, Variety, Hollywood Reporter, American Photo, Stern, German Vanity Fair, Esquire middle East, Bunte, Hörzu, German Gala Magazine, etc..Over the years he has worked with celebrities such as Meghan Markle, Elton John, Cindy Crawford, Chaka Khan, Danny Trejo, Paul Oakenfold, Rascal Flatts, Reba McEntire, Justin Bieber, Tatjana Patitz, Olivia Munn, Joe Manganiello, Johnny Knoxville, Wolfgang Peterson, Tom Welling, Paul Dano, Amanda Righetti, Michelle Trachtenberg, Demian Bichir, Stana Katic, Jensen Ackles, Danneel Harris, Jared Paladecki, Cam Gigandet, Natalie Zea, Anthony LaPaglia, Diane Neal, yder, Todd Stashwick, Sandra Eccheverria, Michelle Stafford, Brandon Beemer,


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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55803602Sun, 02 Jul 2023 17:19:47 +0000Rick TocquignyAnthony Brinkley, a young black man journals his life growing from a boy to man through the US Air Force. Now he is an elite coach and leader, mentoring others to extraordinary heights. This is a great story of success to significance.
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1403false123156fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-with-dr-ben-wiker-polymath-and-author--55803512Professor Benjamin Wiker’s book, 10 Books that Screwed Up the World, goes back before Rousseau to The Prince, covering the usual and not so usual subjects all the way to the last, The Feminine Mystique. Professor Wiker and I had a great time talking about what Orwell called “ideas so absurd only an intellectual could believe them”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55803512Sun, 02 Jul 2023 17:06:40 +0000Rick TocquignyI am fond of saying that all bad ideas start with Rousseau go through Marx, then Gramsci, and land with Marcuse and Foucalt in the 1960’s and 70’s. Professor Benjamin Wiker’s book, 10 Books that Screwed Up the World, goes back before Rousseau to The...Professor Benjamin Wiker’s book, 10 Books that Screwed Up the World, goes back before Rousseau to The Prince, covering the usual and not so usual subjects all the way to the last, The Feminine Mystique. Professor Wiker and I had a great time talking about what Orwell called “ideas so absurd only an intellectual could believe them”.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1798false143408fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-to-significance-with-dr-patrick-moore-founding-member-of-greenpeace--55803456He is the author of a new book, which we will concentrate on today, called: Fake Invisible Catastrophes and Threats of Doom. It is a very important book, in my view, and well written and intellectually entertaining.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/55803456Sun, 02 Jul 2023 16:54:16 +0000Rick TocquignyDr. Patrick Moore has a PhD from the U of British Columbia in Ecology. In 1971 he joined Greenpeace as founding member and served as director and international director until 1986. He participated in the development of environmental policy, the...He is the author of a new book, which we will concentrate on today, called: Fake Invisible Catastrophes and Threats of Doom. It is a very important book, in my view, and well written and intellectually entertaining.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>4323false143443fullhttp://www.texasmonthly.com
This is the story of tough love, determination, unconditional commitment as a parent and moving the next generation to Earn It.

Thanks to Dan Goodgame for taking the time to share this heart-felt story. Visit www.TexasMonthly.com and subscribe to America's finest magazine.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54448432Thu, 15 Jun 2023 17:43:25 +0000Rick TocquignyHappy Father's Day 2023! On this particular episode, we honor Dads through the lens of Charlie Goodgame, father of Dan Goodgame and Editor of Texas Monthly. This is the story of tough love, determination, unconditional commitment as a parent and...
This is the story of tough love, determination, unconditional commitment as a parent and moving the next generation to Earn It.

Thanks to Dan Goodgame for taking the time to share this heart-felt story. Visit www.TexasMonthly.com and subscribe to America's finest magazine.

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Hear the inside story on Cecelia Stein, called the Charles Manson of South Africa. Through her criminal mastermind, a quasi Christian cult is convinced to go murder 11 innocent people.

Listen to the exploits of Kurt and Jennifer traveling to the mining town of Krugersdorp, South Africa, meeting with the detectives, journalists and the masterminds.

Learn how they pieced the story line together and had threads of "belonging and brokenness" woven from episode to episode.

Be ready for a gruesome tale by clicking on https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/queen-havoc-and-her-murder-cult/id1689144145

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54134425Thu, 08 Jun 2023 01:32:19 +0000Rick TocquignyAmerica's favorite new TRUE CRIME podcast, Queen Havoc and her Murder Cult is unpacked on today's podcast with the series host, co-producer and co-writer Kurt Kubicek and co-producer/co-writer Jennifer Tocquigny. Hear the inside story on Cecelia...
Hear the inside story on Cecelia Stein, called the Charles Manson of South Africa. Through her criminal mastermind, a quasi Christian cult is convinced to go murder 11 innocent people.

Listen to the exploits of Kurt and Jennifer traveling to the mining town of Krugersdorp, South Africa, meeting with the detectives, journalists and the masterminds.

Learn how they pieced the story line together and had threads of "belonging and brokenness" woven from episode to episode.

Be ready for a gruesome tale by clicking on https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/queen-havoc-and-her-murder-cult/id1689144145

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2057false143473fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/made-for-success-publisher-and-futurist-bryan-heathman-talks-about-starting-companies-and-publishing--54075574
Bryan originated the idea of taking the top speakers in the industry and packaging together in one "best of the best" unit. This led to success at Costco and his eventual entry into Audible and Amazon.

Hear this fascinating conversation on the publishing industry, thought leadership and stages of life from success to significance.

Visit www.madeforsuccess.com for more information. You tell your story. They will tell the world!!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54075574Fri, 02 Jun 2023 13:30:04 +0000Rick TocquignyBryan Heathman, Founder of Made for Success Publishing, talks about taking new ideas forward, starting up your enterprise and knowing how to move in and out of the market. Bryan originated the idea of taking the top speakers in the industry and...
Bryan originated the idea of taking the top speakers in the industry and packaging together in one "best of the best" unit. This led to success at Costco and his eventual entry into Audible and Amazon.

Hear this fascinating conversation on the publishing industry, thought leadership and stages of life from success to significance.

Visit www.madeforsuccess.com for more information. You tell your story. They will tell the world!!

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2388false143410fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-conversations-of-significance-with-former-p-g-global-marketing-leader-denis-beausejour--54066054
Denis' upcoming book is titled The Biggest Idea Ever and you will enjoy learning about his discoveries. This is Denis' personal odyssey uncovering the hidden kingdom and the path to lasting wealth.

Contact Denis through linked in at linkedin.com/in/denis-beausejour-088a38262

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/54066054Thu, 01 Jun 2023 14:41:21 +0000Rick TocquignyWhat causes a person to have a moment of inflection and wonder where their life is going? Hear Denis Beausejour, former Global Marketing Leader at P&G and learn about his moment of inflection that occurs with a near death experience during an...
Denis' upcoming book is titled The Biggest Idea Ever and you will enjoy learning about his discoveries. This is Denis' personal odyssey uncovering the hidden kingdom and the path to lasting wealth.

Contact Denis through linked in at linkedin.com/in/denis-beausejour-088a38262

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About our special guest, Heather Wagner Reed- Before launching Juice in 2007, served as Beyonce's senior product manager for five years, worked with an international MBA program based in a 13th-Century Dutch castle, among other epic things. A top-notch polka dancer and a doting mom of two exuberant kids whose names both start with L. Started work at age 14 in her mom’s donut shop – and hasn’t stopped “hustling” since. As an Adjunct Faculty at Austin Community College, she is also always in search of next level nerdy glasses.

Visit www.juiceconsulting.com to learn more information about working with Heather and her world class team.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53951782Sun, 21 May 2023 23:34:48 +0000Rick TocquignyJuice Consulting is an extraordinaire public relations agency based in Austin, Texas. Now in their 16th year, they have moved from success to significance representing clients with class, authenticity and amazing storytelling. About our special...
About our special guest, Heather Wagner Reed- Before launching Juice in 2007, served as Beyonce's senior product manager for five years, worked with an international MBA program based in a 13th-Century Dutch castle, among other epic things. A top-notch polka dancer and a doting mom of two exuberant kids whose names both start with L. Started work at age 14 in her mom’s donut shop – and hasn’t stopped “hustling” since. As an Adjunct Faculty at Austin Community College, she is also always in search of next level nerdy glasses.

Visit www.juiceconsulting.com to learn more information about working with Heather and her world class team.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2138juiceconsulting.comfalse143417fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-celebrates-deana-martin-daughter-of-dean-inductee-into-friar-s-club--53850054
Enjoy this fun show as she recalls her induction into the Friars.



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Enjoy this fun show as she recalls her induction into the Friars.



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Bob Hooey works with leading-edge business owners and independent professionals who want to profitably enhance their leadership and careers, as well as innovative organizations that want to remain competitive and profitable, to motivate, educate, and empower their staff, improve client acquisition, increase sales, and become more profitable.

Thousands of leaders and professionals across North America and the globe have been successfully applying Bob’s idea rich, creative, practical, and ‘profitable’ Ideas At Work! over the past twenty-five plus years.Bob ‘Idea Man’ Hooey is an inspirational, confident, results based leader, motivational keynote speaker, sales success coach, corporate success trainer, strategic business coach, facilitator, and award winning author.

He is international speaker on personal leadership, sales success, employee motivation, applied creativity, business innovation, and enhanced personal performance. Busy man! Productive man! Creating captivating stories personally mined from 29 plus years rich experience, Bob challenges his audiences and readers to engage his Ideas At Work!

He motives them to act on what they hear with clear, easily understood success building blocks, results-based leadership, sales, and career development and success, innovative ideas as well as proven leadership development, sales success, and career enhancement techniques.Bob has earned international recognition as an inspirational best selling author, award winning speaker, sales and innovative corporate success trainer. His innovative presentations and Ideas At Work! have taken him to across the globe (60 countries, so far).

Bob leads, motivates, and inspires his audiences to productively stretch and leverage their personal effectiveness and to hone specific idea rich sales, career, and leadership skills critical to succeed personally and professionally.Bob is committed to your growth and excellence, not your comfort. To get to the winner's zone, we must move outside our comfort zone. His provocative ideas will challenge the way you think and inspire the way you act! He will challenge you to grow and to win.



Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53462571Thu, 06 Apr 2023 14:56:01 +0000Rick TocquignyCanadian business, sales, and leadership success author, Bob ‘Idea Man’ Hooey has earned a legendary reputation for going the extra mile in crafting and tailoring his idea rich leadership, business, and career development books, e-books, instructional...
Bob Hooey works with leading-edge business owners and independent professionals who want to profitably enhance their leadership and careers, as well as innovative organizations that want to remain competitive and profitable, to motivate, educate, and empower their staff, improve client acquisition, increase sales, and become more profitable.

Thousands of leaders and professionals across North America and the globe have been successfully applying Bob’s idea rich, creative, practical, and ‘profitable’ Ideas At Work! over the past twenty-five plus years.Bob ‘Idea Man’ Hooey is an inspirational, confident, results based leader, motivational keynote speaker, sales success coach, corporate success trainer, strategic business coach, facilitator, and award winning author.

He is international speaker on personal leadership, sales success, employee motivation, applied creativity, business innovation, and enhanced personal performance. Busy man! Productive man! Creating captivating stories personally mined from 29 plus years rich experience, Bob challenges his audiences and readers to engage his Ideas At Work!

He motives them to act on what they hear with clear, easily understood success building blocks, results-based leadership, sales, and career development and success, innovative ideas as well as proven leadership development, sales success, and career enhancement techniques.Bob has earned international recognition as an inspirational best selling author, award winning speaker, sales and innovative corporate success trainer. His innovative presentations and Ideas At Work! have taken him to across the globe (60 countries, so far).

Bob leads, motivates, and inspires his audiences to productively stretch and leverage their personal effectiveness and to hone specific idea rich sales, career, and leadership skills critical to succeed personally and professionally.Bob is committed to your growth and excellence, not your comfort. To get to the winner's zone, we must move outside our comfort zone. His provocative ideas will challenge the way you think and inspire the way you act! He will challenge you to grow and to win.



Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2042false143388fullhttp://www.neardeathlessons.com
In this conversation you will hear about living your last year ALIVE, the importance of finding a purpose and how to adopt an unstoppable attitude through his book- Near Death Life Lessons.

Visit www.neardeathlessons.com or contact Chrisj@remotestaff.com.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53087318Fri, 03 Mar 2023 20:01:32 +0000Rick TocquignyFinally, there is a book about life lessons from near death experiences. Join us with author Chris Jankulovski as he unpacks his deliberate life. He has battled and overcome cancer. Today, he is an extraordinary leader within his family and founder of...
In this conversation you will hear about living your last year ALIVE, the importance of finding a purpose and how to adopt an unstoppable attitude through his book- Near Death Life Lessons.

Visit www.neardeathlessons.com or contact Chrisj@remotestaff.com.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1781false143472fullhttp://www.ctph.org
You will hear:

• Gritty stories of caring for gorillas in the mist.
• Gladys' vision to improve the health of fragile habitats by improving the health of people.
• The emergence of One Health and the Gladys' impact on Covid 19.
• What Gladys has learned about people through gorillas.

We urged you to contribute to Dr. Zikusoka's non-profit organization to make a significant difference for gorillas and other wildlife. ctph.org- Conservation Through Public Health

Why you should contribute to this extraordinary person?

In the legacy of the late Dian Fossey, Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka has become one of the leading conservationists and scientists working to save the critically endangered mountain gorillas of East Africa. She is founder and Chief Executive Officer of Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH), a 16-year old nonprofit organization that promotes conservation by improving the quality of life of people and wildlife to enable them to coexist in and around protected areas in Africa. She became an






Ashoka Fellow in 2007 for merging Uganda’s wildlife management and rural public health programs to create common resources for both people and animals.Dr. Gladys trained as a veterinarian at the University of London’s Royal Veterinary College. Between 1996 and 2000, she set up the first Veterinary Unit at the Uganda Wildlife Authority. From 2000 to 2003, she completed a zoological medicine residency and masters in specialized veterinary medicine at North Carolina State University and North Carolina Zoological Park.

Prior to setting up CTPH she also did a certificate in Non-profit management from Duke University. Most recently in 2016, she completed an MBA in Global Business and Sustainability – Social Entrepreneurship Track. Her most recent awards include the 2017 World Wildlife Day Award from the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MTWA) for outstanding contribution to conservation in Uganda and 2017 Golden Jubilee Award from the President of Uganda for distinguished service to the nation as a veterinarian and conservationist on International Women’s Day.

Other awards include San Diego Zoo’s 2008 “Conservation in Action Award,” the 2009 Whitley Gold Award for outstanding leadership in grassroots nature conservation; 2011 Wings World Quest Women of Discovery Humanitarian Award, and 2014 CEO Communications Africa’s Most Influential Women in Business and Government Award in Medicine and Veterinary category. Under her leadership, Conservation Through Public Health won the Global Development Network 2012 Japanese Most Innovative Development Project Award for scaling social service delivery.

Dr. Gladys recently became a National Geographic Explorer and winner of the Sierra Club’s 2018 EarthCare Award. 2019 Finalist for the Tusk Award for Conservation in Africa ,the 2020 Uganda Veterinary Association World Veterinary Day Award and the 2020 Aldo Leopold award. She is on the leadership council of Women for the Environment in Africa.
















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You will hear:

• Gritty stories of caring for gorillas in the mist.
• Gladys' vision to improve the health of fragile habitats by improving the health of people.
• The emergence of One Health and the Gladys' impact on Covid 19.
• What Gladys has learned about people through gorillas.

We urged you to contribute to Dr. Zikusoka's non-profit organization to make a significant difference for gorillas and other wildlife. ctph.org- Conservation Through Public Health

Why you should contribute to this extraordinary person?

In the legacy of the late Dian Fossey, Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka has become one of the leading conservationists and scientists working to save the critically endangered mountain gorillas of East Africa. She is founder and Chief Executive Officer of Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH), a 16-year old nonprofit organization that promotes conservation by improving the quality of life of people and wildlife to enable them to coexist in and around protected areas in Africa. She became an






Ashoka Fellow in 2007 for merging Uganda’s wildlife management and rural public health programs to create common resources for both people and animals.Dr. Gladys trained as a veterinarian at the University of London’s Royal Veterinary College. Between 1996 and 2000, she set up the first Veterinary Unit at the Uganda Wildlife Authority. From 2000 to 2003, she completed a zoological medicine residency and masters in specialized veterinary medicine at North Carolina State University and North Carolina Zoological Park.

Prior to setting up CTPH she also did a certificate in Non-profit management from Duke University. Most recently in 2016, she completed an MBA in Global Business and Sustainability – Social Entrepreneurship Track. Her most recent awards include the 2017 World Wildlife Day Award from the Ministry of Tourism, Wildlife and Antiquities (MTWA) for outstanding contribution to conservation in Uganda and 2017 Golden Jubilee Award from the President of Uganda for distinguished service to the nation as a veterinarian and conservationist on International Women’s Day.

Other awards include San Diego Zoo’s 2008 “Conservation in Action Award,” the 2009 Whitley Gold Award for outstanding leadership in grassroots nature conservation; 2011 Wings World Quest Women of Discovery Humanitarian Award, and 2014 CEO Communications Africa’s Most Influential Women in Business and Government Award in Medicine and Veterinary category. Under her leadership, Conservation Through Public Health won the Global Development Network 2012 Japanese Most Innovative Development Project Award for scaling social service delivery.

Dr. Gladys recently became a National Geographic Explorer and winner of the Sierra Club’s 2018 EarthCare Award. 2019 Finalist for the Tusk Award for Conservation in Africa ,the 2020 Uganda Veterinary Association World Veterinary Day Award and the 2020 Aldo Leopold award. She is on the leadership council of Women for the Environment in Africa.















1836false143444fullhttp://www.successmadetolast.com
We found Stijn to be a combination of curiosity and grit, teaching others to run a successful start ups.

His book is T2D3: How some software startups scale, where many fail.

T2D3 is the playbook that B2B software companies use to get to $100 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR).

Every investor wants to hit the next "unicorn", but reaching that coveted $1B valuation in 5 years is challenging—and rare. Tripling your annual revenue for two years in a row only to double it three more years after that to reach $100M ARR doesn't happen by chance. Companies that follow this growth pattern share similar journeys that form the basis for this book.

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We found Stijn to be a combination of curiosity and grit, teaching others to run a successful start ups.

His book is T2D3: How some software startups scale, where many fail.

T2D3 is the playbook that B2B software companies use to get to $100 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR).

Every investor wants to hit the next "unicorn", but reaching that coveted $1B valuation in 5 years is challenging—and rare. Tripling your annual revenue for two years in a row only to double it three more years after that to reach $100M ARR doesn't happen by chance. Companies that follow this growth pattern share similar journeys that form the basis for this book.

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Hear this story that is summed up with a quote from Charlie Ferguson "Dammit Paul, I love you." He professionally led and motivated Paul to greatness.

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Hear this story that is summed up with a quote from Charlie Ferguson "Dammit Paul, I love you." He professionally led and motivated Paul to greatness.

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By 50 years of age, Will had achieved his financial goals. He ask what else is there to do? He quit the corporate world and took experience from Soros, Chaney and others to build Worthpoint from scratch.

Hear Will talk about Ebay through the lens of Worthpoint and how they took obscure assets into short term, liquid assets. The stuff from people's house now had a place to go. Will envisioned Worthpoint to be the "Ancestry" or Zillow for antiques, arts and collectibles.

Leading with technology, they have invested $15 million into the company. Visit www.worthpoint.com and see a library with 10,000 books and ask about acquiring your own private vault.


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By 50 years of age, Will had achieved his financial goals. He ask what else is there to do? He quit the corporate world and took experience from Soros, Chaney and others to build Worthpoint from scratch.

Hear Will talk about Ebay through the lens of Worthpoint and how they took obscure assets into short term, liquid assets. The stuff from people's house now had a place to go. Will envisioned Worthpoint to be the "Ancestry" or Zillow for antiques, arts and collectibles.

Leading with technology, they have invested $15 million into the company. Visit www.worthpoint.com and see a library with 10,000 books and ask about acquiring your own private vault.


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And here's the history....

• The Berenstain Bears franchise was first established when Stan and Jan Berenstain published The Big Honey Hunt in 1962. The husband-and-wife team continued to write and illustrate the book series for several decades. Since their deaths their son, Mike Berenstain, has taken over the production of new books.

Visit Christianbook.com for all of your Berenstain Books.




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And here's the history....

• The Berenstain Bears franchise was first established when Stan and Jan Berenstain published The Big Honey Hunt in 1962. The husband-and-wife team continued to write and illustrate the book series for several decades. Since their deaths their son, Mike Berenstain, has taken over the production of new books.

Visit Christianbook.com for all of your Berenstain Books.




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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52200431Fri, 16 Dec 2022 03:05:40 +0000Rick TocquignyTwo different individuals, with two unique perspectives can combine to create smarter collaboration. Hear Dr. Heidi K. Gardner talk about real ways to implement collaborative dynamics within your company or community. Heidi taught us that singular...
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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/52190408Thu, 15 Dec 2022 02:04:12 +0000Rick TocquignyLegendary Nashville Hall of Fame songwriter Kent Blazy, penned If Tomorrow Never Comes, Ain't Going Down, Gettin' You Home (The Black Dress Song), That's What I Get For Lovin' You and many more. Hear about the songwriting and recording process of this...
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Dorff has also composed TV music for Spenser: For Hire, Murphy Brown, The Singing Bee, Just the 10 of Us, Growing Pains, Murder She Wrote, Columbo and Reba; his other film contributions include songs and scores for Bronco Billy, Rocky IV, Pure Country, Tin Cup and Honky Tonk Man.

Key songs in the Dorff catalog include: * Through The Years * I Just Fall In Love Again * Heartland * Every Which Way But Loose * Hypnotize The Moon * I Cross My Heart, and countless others recorded by over 250 Artists from all genres of music.

His many TV and cable movie credits include the Emmy nominated CBS mini-series "Elvis", the Hallmark Hall of Fame "Rose Hill", the animated Christmas classic "Annabelle's Wish", "Babe Ruth", "The Quick and The Dead", "Moonshine Highway" and "The Defiant Ones". Dorff’s many movie songs and scores have been featured in "Bronco Billy", "Blast From The Past", "Rocky IV", "Pure Country", "Tin Cup", "Michael", "Dudley Do-Right", "Dancer, Texas", "The Last Boy Scout", "Curly Sue" and "Honky Tonk Man".

Perhaps Dorff’s most ambitious move to date has been a giant leap into his first love, musical theater. He currently has two projects making their way to the stage: "Josephine" (The Josephine Baker Story) and "Pure Country" (The Musical).

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Dorff has also composed TV music for Spenser: For Hire, Murphy Brown, The Singing Bee, Just the 10 of Us, Growing Pains, Murder She Wrote, Columbo and Reba; his other film contributions include songs and scores for Bronco Billy, Rocky IV, Pure Country, Tin Cup and Honky Tonk Man.

Key songs in the Dorff catalog include: * Through The Years * I Just Fall In Love Again * Heartland * Every Which Way But Loose * Hypnotize The Moon * I Cross My Heart, and countless others recorded by over 250 Artists from all genres of music.

His many TV and cable movie credits include the Emmy nominated CBS mini-series "Elvis", the Hallmark Hall of Fame "Rose Hill", the animated Christmas classic "Annabelle's Wish", "Babe Ruth", "The Quick and The Dead", "Moonshine Highway" and "The Defiant Ones". Dorff’s many movie songs and scores have been featured in "Bronco Billy", "Blast From The Past", "Rocky IV", "Pure Country", "Tin Cup", "Michael", "Dudley Do-Right", "Dancer, Texas", "The Last Boy Scout", "Curly Sue" and "Honky Tonk Man".

Perhaps Dorff’s most ambitious move to date has been a giant leap into his first love, musical theater. He currently has two projects making their way to the stage: "Josephine" (The Josephine Baker Story) and "Pure Country" (The Musical).

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51755904Tue, 01 Nov 2022 19:45:31 +0000Rick TocquignyRamon Hervey II, legendary entertainment manager, shares insight from his book- The Fame Game- An Insider's Playbook for Earning Your 15 Minutes. He has worked with iconic talent like Vanessa Williams, The Jacksons, The Commodores, Bette Midler,...
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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51481093Wed, 05 Oct 2022 21:24:51 +0000Rick TocquignyTexas born songwriter Mark James first came to prominence penning Hooked on a Feeling, a top hit for B.J. Thomas and later for Blue Swede. However, his biggest career mark occurred when Elvis Presley cut his song "Suspicious Minds" landing a monster...
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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50964307Fri, 19 Aug 2022 19:22:31 +0000Rick TocquignyGordon Segal is cofounder and former chairman and CEO of Crate & Barrel, an internationally recognized, multichannel home furnishings retail chain. He led the company as CEO from 1962 until his retirement in 2008. Today, he is managing director of...
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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50946640Thu, 18 Aug 2022 03:49:15 +0000Rick TocquignyLegends welcomes David Sanger, six time Grammy winning drummer, songwriter, engineer, and record producer. Hear the inside story of his 35 year journey with Asleep at the Wheel. He has appeared on The Tonight Show, Austin City Limits, Willie Nelson's...
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2249false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-david-baldwin-emmy-winner-creative-ad-guy-musician-polymath--50945323Learn about his Ponysaurus Brewing Co. at Ponysaurusbrewing.com
Hear and book The Gumbys....click on: https://open.spotify.com/album/4qwIcmxNfNTcs5crYmvJSk?si=1mT44-kEQIKfz3QOtXFKQA
On a bigger scale, he is into creating oneness and building communities. At Baldwin&, they are designed from the inside-out. And he co-founded Take Your Seat, that promotes Black Americans to the Boardroom. Visit takeyourseat.co for more information. It's an equity accelerator. Listen to David's broader perspective and enjoy hearing his vision supported by great mentors like Jerusha Stewart, co-founder of Take Your Seat.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50945323Wed, 17 Aug 2022 23:48:53 +0000Rick TocquignyDavid Baldwin has moved from success to significance in his advertising career. We think he is a futurist and a polymath. He leads Baldwin&, a leading ad agency in North Carolina. Co-owns a micro brewery. Plays lead guitar for The Gumby's. To learn...Learn about his Ponysaurus Brewing Co. at Ponysaurusbrewing.com
Hear and book The Gumbys....click on: https://open.spotify.com/album/4qwIcmxNfNTcs5crYmvJSk?si=1mT44-kEQIKfz3QOtXFKQA
On a bigger scale, he is into creating oneness and building communities. At Baldwin&, they are designed from the inside-out. And he co-founded Take Your Seat, that promotes Black Americans to the Boardroom. Visit takeyourseat.co for more information. It's an equity accelerator. Listen to David's broader perspective and enjoy hearing his vision supported by great mentors like Jerusha Stewart, co-founder of Take Your Seat.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1973false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-with-legendary-leader-ray-lane-of-oracle-special-olympics-and-his-family--50932199of Oracle, the Executive Chairman of HP, a Managing Partner at Kleiner, Perkins, and the
Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Carnegie Mellon. He is also a recipient of the David
Packard Medal of Achievement Award, whose other notable recipients include Reid Hoffman,
Marc Benioff, and Ross Perot.
Ray is responsible for creating over $19 billion in enterprise value in the last 5 years. Those
investments include Beyond Meat (2019 peak of $14 billion; Ray was the first institutional
investor), UpWork ($2.3 billion1), Uptake (currently valued at $2.3 billion) and Kinetica.
Ray is best known for leading the turnaround of Oracle in the 1990’s. During his tenure as
President and COO, Ray helped grow Oracle’s market cap by more than 114x from $2.1 billion
to $236 billion2, and he expanded the company from 7,500 to 40,000 employees.
After Oracle, Ray was a Managing Partner at venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins Caufield &
Byers from 2000-2014, a firm noted for investing in many of today’s industry leaders during
Ray’s tenure, such as Google, Amazon, Spotify, DocuSign, Slack, Twitter, Nest, Arcsight, Beyond
Meat, Facebook, Square, Slack and Snap.
Earlier in his career, Ray was the Managing Partner of the technology practice for Booz Allen
Hamilton, led a Division of Electronic Data Systems Corporation working for Ross Perot, and was
a Sales/Product Manager for IBM.
Ray is also a US Army Veteran, has served as the Vice Chairman of the Special Olympics
International since 2012, and holds multiple honorary PhDs.
Outside of GreatPoint Ventures, Ray is an avid outdoorsman, and spends time with his wife,
Stephanie, five children, and five grandchildren.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50932199Tue, 16 Aug 2022 18:04:19 +0000Rick TocquignyRay Lane is a storied technology executive and venture capitalist. He was the President & COO of Oracle, the Executive Chairman of HP, a Managing Partner at Kleiner, Perkins, and the Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Carnegie Mellon. He is also a...of Oracle, the Executive Chairman of HP, a Managing Partner at Kleiner, Perkins, and the
Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Carnegie Mellon. He is also a recipient of the David
Packard Medal of Achievement Award, whose other notable recipients include Reid Hoffman,
Marc Benioff, and Ross Perot.
Ray is responsible for creating over $19 billion in enterprise value in the last 5 years. Those
investments include Beyond Meat (2019 peak of $14 billion; Ray was the first institutional
investor), UpWork ($2.3 billion1), Uptake (currently valued at $2.3 billion) and Kinetica.
Ray is best known for leading the turnaround of Oracle in the 1990’s. During his tenure as
President and COO, Ray helped grow Oracle’s market cap by more than 114x from $2.1 billion
to $236 billion2, and he expanded the company from 7,500 to 40,000 employees.
After Oracle, Ray was a Managing Partner at venture capital firm Kleiner Perkins Caufield &
Byers from 2000-2014, a firm noted for investing in many of today’s industry leaders during
Ray’s tenure, such as Google, Amazon, Spotify, DocuSign, Slack, Twitter, Nest, Arcsight, Beyond
Meat, Facebook, Square, Slack and Snap.
Earlier in his career, Ray was the Managing Partner of the technology practice for Booz Allen
Hamilton, led a Division of Electronic Data Systems Corporation working for Ross Perot, and was
a Sales/Product Manager for IBM.
Ray is also a US Army Veteran, has served as the Vice Chairman of the Special Olympics
International since 2012, and holds multiple honorary PhDs.
Outside of GreatPoint Ventures, Ray is an avid outdoorsman, and spends time with his wife,
Stephanie, five children, and five grandchildren.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2665false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-thomas-moore-ny-times-bestselling-author-of-ageless-soul--50930004
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50930004Tue, 16 Aug 2022 14:57:35 +0000Rick TocquignySuccess Made to Last Legends honors one of favorite authors of all time...Thomas Moore. With warmth, intimacy, and rare depth of wisdom, Thomas guides you through each of aging stages. Grounded in years of psychological research and spiritual...
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1979false143570fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-country-western-singer-lee-greenwood--50925552
In a conversation with Bart Herbison of Nashville Songwriters Association International, Greenwood traced the four-decade path to "God Bless," and the journey the song has taken in the decades since.

Learn what inspired Lee to write God Bless the USA. Hear about Lee's upbringing.

Lee Greenwood: I was raised on a farm in Sacramento, California. My parents were divorced when I was a year old, so my grandparents were my guardians. My father joined the Navy after the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941, so you can see I was born about a year later. My mom had to work several jobs in order to support me and my sister, so she really couldn’t afford to have childcare while she was working so that’s why I was raised by my grandparents, Thomas and Edna Jackson, who I love dearly.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50925552Tue, 16 Aug 2022 02:34:04 +0000Rick TocquignyIt's been nearly 40 years since Lee Greenwood wrote his signature "God Bless The U.S.A." — a patriotic anthem informed by his veteran father, his experiences traveling across the country in a tour bus, and one of Elvis Presley's late-period classics,...
In a conversation with Bart Herbison of Nashville Songwriters Association International, Greenwood traced the four-decade path to "God Bless," and the journey the song has taken in the decades since.

Learn what inspired Lee to write God Bless the USA. Hear about Lee's upbringing.

Lee Greenwood: I was raised on a farm in Sacramento, California. My parents were divorced when I was a year old, so my grandparents were my guardians. My father joined the Navy after the bombing of Pearl Harbor in 1941, so you can see I was born about a year later. My mom had to work several jobs in order to support me and my sister, so she really couldn’t afford to have childcare while she was working so that’s why I was raised by my grandparents, Thomas and Edna Jackson, who I love dearly.

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After visiting a friend's home, he experienced their personal library and talked to his friend about hsi favorite book recommendation. So that led to let's put our favorite book recommendations online.

Hear Otis' wisdom -"everyone needs at least five to six people to move you forward."

Enjoy this incredible conversation with Otis, now coming off a sabbatical. He has figured out his nest chapter.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50925504Tue, 16 Aug 2022 02:20:55 +0000Rick TocquignyLegends with Otis Chandler, founder of Goodreads reaching 100+ million people who love books. From the family that started the Los Angeles Times. Otis talks about the start of Goodreads. With a background as a software engineer from Tickle, he and his...
After visiting a friend's home, he experienced their personal library and talked to his friend about hsi favorite book recommendation. So that led to let's put our favorite book recommendations online.

Hear Otis' wisdom -"everyone needs at least five to six people to move you forward."

Enjoy this incredible conversation with Otis, now coming off a sabbatical. He has figured out his nest chapter.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2553false143479fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-chris-duffin-the-world-s-strongest-man--50890013
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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50880523Thu, 11 Aug 2022 00:46:12 +0000Rick TocquignyNASA Astronaut and Missionary Physician David Hilmers returns to Success to talk about travel, mission trips to help others and stories from his life as an astronaut. David has been on four NASA missions including the Atlantis. Originally from Iowa,...
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He chortled out a laugh to open the band’s surf-rock song, “Wipeout.”

“They didn’t expect it. I realized then that that was entertainment,” said Gray, now lead singer for the Marshall Tucker Band.

“A guy come up and give me $5, and I went, ‘Holy crap! This is what I’m gonna do for the rest of my life,’” Gray said during a phone interview for The Herald Bulletin.

Gray, now 73, went on with high school chums and military buddies to found The Marshall Tucker Band in 1972.

Celebrating 50 years, the band is set to perform March 5 at Hoosier Park. Tickets are on sale. Opening will be guitarist and songwriter Dave Mason, co-founder of Traffic, whose biggest hit was the solo, “We Just Disagree” in 1977. Gray has known Mason since MTB opened for him in 1973, and they’ve performed together numerous times.

Gray was talking from his home in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, about a four-hour drive from his familial and band roots in Spartanburg. His voice is memorable on the No. 14 hit, “Heard It in a Love Song.”

Gray performed in bands as a youth.

“We had played beach music, like Ocean Drive (in Myrtle Beach), forever in little bands. I mean, hell, I was 10 to 12 years old playing fraternity parties,” Gray said.

MTB started coming together after longtime friends returned home from the Vietnam War. Gray and rhythm guitarist George McCorkle joined brothers Toy (lead guitar and songwriter) and Tommy Caldwell (bass), plus Jerry Eubanks (flute/sax). Eubanks retired in 1996. The others have passed away, leaving Gray as the only original member.

When the band was coming together, Gray had a day job working at a bank. “They said I was a natural. I said, hell, I ain’t a natural at nothing.”

Toy Caldwell was working for his dad, a master plumber.

“He said there was too much crawling around beneath houses, so he went to work at a place that sold plumbing parts. He was getting smarter as time went along,” Gray said, talking with a deep Southern drawl.

In the early 1970s, an era when the Allman Brothers were popular, Capricorn Records invited the band to Macon, Georgia, after listening to its recordings. They rehearsed in the basement of a shuttered hotel. There, they found a key imprinted with the name “Marshall Tucker.”

“We never knew if we were gonna to make it to the next weekend,” Gray recalled.

The band wasn’t keen on the financial side of the industry.

“What we were connected to was the people that come and watch you play. That was the most incredible thing for us, is to watch those people yell and scream when we would end a song.”

The band grabbed attention by adding a flute for a distinctive jazz-oriented element compared with other early ‘70s bands employing trendy backing saxophones.

“Everybody had saxophone players. … We talked about it in rehearsal, and somebody said, well, Jerry (Eubanks) was in high school and he played saxophone. Well, we don’t want a saxophone player but let’s call him up and see if he can play a flute.”

It worked out, Gray recalled.

“Comes to find out that I can play flute, but you don’t want to hear it.”

Gray had hoped to reunite on stage with Charlie Daniels. However, the popular fiddle player died July 6, 2020, from a hemorrhagic stroke at the age of 83. Some musicians didn’t attend Daniels’ Tennessee funeral due to COVID-19 restrictions. Not Gray. He went and expressed condolences to Daniels’ widow, Hazel.

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He chortled out a laugh to open the band’s surf-rock song, “Wipeout.”

“They didn’t expect it. I realized then that that was entertainment,” said Gray, now lead singer for the Marshall Tucker Band.

“A guy come up and give me $5, and I went, ‘Holy crap! This is what I’m gonna do for the rest of my life,’” Gray said during a phone interview for The Herald Bulletin.

Gray, now 73, went on with high school chums and military buddies to found The Marshall Tucker Band in 1972.

Celebrating 50 years, the band is set to perform March 5 at Hoosier Park. Tickets are on sale. Opening will be guitarist and songwriter Dave Mason, co-founder of Traffic, whose biggest hit was the solo, “We Just Disagree” in 1977. Gray has known Mason since MTB opened for him in 1973, and they’ve performed together numerous times.

Gray was talking from his home in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, about a four-hour drive from his familial and band roots in Spartanburg. His voice is memorable on the No. 14 hit, “Heard It in a Love Song.”

Gray performed in bands as a youth.

“We had played beach music, like Ocean Drive (in Myrtle Beach), forever in little bands. I mean, hell, I was 10 to 12 years old playing fraternity parties,” Gray said.

MTB started coming together after longtime friends returned home from the Vietnam War. Gray and rhythm guitarist George McCorkle joined brothers Toy (lead guitar and songwriter) and Tommy Caldwell (bass), plus Jerry Eubanks (flute/sax). Eubanks retired in 1996. The others have passed away, leaving Gray as the only original member.

When the band was coming together, Gray had a day job working at a bank. “They said I was a natural. I said, hell, I ain’t a natural at nothing.”

Toy Caldwell was working for his dad, a master plumber.

“He said there was too much crawling around beneath houses, so he went to work at a place that sold plumbing parts. He was getting smarter as time went along,” Gray said, talking with a deep Southern drawl.

In the early 1970s, an era when the Allman Brothers were popular, Capricorn Records invited the band to Macon, Georgia, after listening to its recordings. They rehearsed in the basement of a shuttered hotel. There, they found a key imprinted with the name “Marshall Tucker.”

“We never knew if we were gonna to make it to the next weekend,” Gray recalled.

The band wasn’t keen on the financial side of the industry.

“What we were connected to was the people that come and watch you play. That was the most incredible thing for us, is to watch those people yell and scream when we would end a song.”

The band grabbed attention by adding a flute for a distinctive jazz-oriented element compared with other early ‘70s bands employing trendy backing saxophones.

“Everybody had saxophone players. … We talked about it in rehearsal, and somebody said, well, Jerry (Eubanks) was in high school and he played saxophone. Well, we don’t want a saxophone player but let’s call him up and see if he can play a flute.”

It worked out, Gray recalled.

“Comes to find out that I can play flute, but you don’t want to hear it.”

Gray had hoped to reunite on stage with Charlie Daniels. However, the popular fiddle player died July 6, 2020, from a hemorrhagic stroke at the age of 83. Some musicians didn’t attend Daniels’ Tennessee funeral due to COVID-19 restrictions. Not Gray. He went and expressed condolences to Daniels’...]]>2221false143504fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-david-frizzell-you-re-the-reason-god-made-oklahoma--50878827
David Frizzell has been honored with several awards from the Country Music Association (CMA), Academy of Country Music (ACM), Billboard, and Music City News during his career. He continues to perform as well as to be engaged in various other creative projects today.

Early life and career

David Frizzell was born on September 26, 1941, in El Dorado, Arkansas—13 years after his famous big brother. When Lefty was a major star in the mid-‘50s to early ‘60s, the youthful David would often perform as part of his brother’s stage show. David also began recording his own country and rockabilly songs for various labels in the late ‘50s.

Photograph of David Frizzell and Shelly West discussing a song during a break at a reception held at the Willie Nelson Museum in Nashville, TN at the opening of the Frizzell-West exhibit.
DAVID FRIZZELL AND SHELLY WEST DISCUSSING A SONG DURING A BREAK AT A RECEPTION HELD AT THE WILLIE NELSON MUSEUM IN NASHVILLE, TN AT THE OPENING OF THE FRIZZELL-WEST EXHIBIT.

During the Vietnam War era of the 1960s, David served in the U.S. Air Force for four years. Afterward, he returned to his music career, seeking success as a solo artist. In 1970, he broke into the country top-forty for the first time with “I Just Can’t Help Believing” (the same song with which B. J. Thomas had a pop hit that same year). That would be Frizzell’s last highly charted song for several years. However, he kept making records, touring, and appearing on country television shows, hoping for his big break.

Career success with Shelly West

That big break finally came in 1980, when he teamed up with Shelly West, another singer with a famous country-music heritage. The two singers released an album together in 1981 titled Carryin’ On the Family Names. A duet from that album, “You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma,” climbed to the number-one spot on the country charts. West and Frizzell were named the Vocal Duo of the Year by the CMA in 1981, and they received Top-Vocal-Duet honors by the ACM.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPFenEhqUIU
Shelly and David singing their huge hit “You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma.”

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David Frizzell has been honored with several awards from the Country Music Association (CMA), Academy of Country Music (ACM), Billboard, and Music City News during his career. He continues to perform as well as to be engaged in various other creative projects today.

Early life and career

David Frizzell was born on September 26, 1941, in El Dorado, Arkansas—13 years after his famous big brother. When Lefty was a major star in the mid-‘50s to early ‘60s, the youthful David would often perform as part of his brother’s stage show. David also began recording his own country and rockabilly songs for various labels in the late ‘50s.

Photograph of David Frizzell and Shelly West discussing a song during a break at a reception held at the Willie Nelson Museum in Nashville, TN at the opening of the Frizzell-West exhibit.
DAVID FRIZZELL AND SHELLY WEST DISCUSSING A SONG DURING A BREAK AT A RECEPTION HELD AT THE WILLIE NELSON MUSEUM IN NASHVILLE, TN AT THE OPENING OF THE FRIZZELL-WEST EXHIBIT.

During the Vietnam War era of the 1960s, David served in the U.S. Air Force for four years. Afterward, he returned to his music career, seeking success as a solo artist. In 1970, he broke into the country top-forty for the first time with “I Just Can’t Help Believing” (the same song with which B. J. Thomas had a pop hit that same year). That would be Frizzell’s last highly charted song for several years. However, he kept making records, touring, and appearing on country television shows, hoping for his big break.

Career success with Shelly West

That big break finally came in 1980, when he teamed up with Shelly West, another singer with a famous country-music heritage. The two singers released an album together in 1981 titled Carryin’ On the Family Names. A duet from that album, “You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma,” climbed to the number-one spot on the country charts. West and Frizzell were named the Vocal Duo of the Year by the CMA in 1981, and they received Top-Vocal-Duet honors by the ACM.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BPFenEhqUIU
Shelly and David singing their huge hit “You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma.”

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1642false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-young-legends-with-j-d-shelburne-straight-from-kentucky--50878204https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50878204Wed, 10 Aug 2022 19:07:50 +0000Rick Tocquigny1326false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-larry-stewart-of-restless-heart--50869459
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50869459Wed, 10 Aug 2022 00:44:14 +0000Rick TocquignyLarry Stewart is an American country music singer, best known for his role as lead singer of the country pop band Restless Heart. In 1993, Stewart left the band in pursuit of a solo career, recording four solo albums and charting eight singles on the...
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1653false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-country-western-singer-t-graham-brown--50869434
I Tell It Like It Used to Be
Meanwhile, he also landed a deal as a recording artist with Capitol, and released his debut album, I Tell It Like It Used to Be, in 1986. Partly recorded at Alabama's legendary Muscle Shoals studios, the record spawned a number one country single in "Hell or High Water," and both the title track and "I Wish That I Could Hurt That Way Again" went Top Ten. Arriving in 1987, Brilliant Conversationalist gave Brown a second number one in "Don't Go to Strangers," and two more Top Tens with "She Couldn't Love Me Anymore" and the title cut. Meanwhile, he made appearances in the 1987 films Greased Lightning and Cursed, and the following year he and his backing group, the Hardtops, played Elvis' band in Heartbreak Hotel. Released in 1988, Come as You Were continued Brown's success with the chart-topping "Darlene" and two further Top Tens in the title track and "The Last Resort."

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50869434Wed, 10 Aug 2022 00:37:50 +0000Rick TocquignyT. Graham Brown rose to country stardom through the uniquely Southern phenomenon of beach music, a party-ready mix of old-time rock & roll, R&B, country, and blues. Born in Arabi, Georgia (his real first name is Anthony), he got his start performing...
I Tell It Like It Used to Be
Meanwhile, he also landed a deal as a recording artist with Capitol, and released his debut album, I Tell It Like It Used to Be, in 1986. Partly recorded at Alabama's legendary Muscle Shoals studios, the record spawned a number one country single in "Hell or High Water," and both the title track and "I Wish That I Could Hurt That Way Again" went Top Ten. Arriving in 1987, Brilliant Conversationalist gave Brown a second number one in "Don't Go to Strangers," and two more Top Tens with "She Couldn't Love Me Anymore" and the title cut. Meanwhile, he made appearances in the 1987 films Greased Lightning and Cursed, and the following year he and his backing group, the Hardtops, played Elvis' band in Heartbreak Hotel. Released in 1988, Come as You Were continued Brown's success with the chart-topping "Darlene" and two further Top Tens in the title track and "The Last Resort."

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1441false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-andrew-farriss-creative-force-of-inxs-debuting-new-album-reflecting-americana--50858813
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50858813Tue, 09 Aug 2022 03:05:29 +0000Rick TocquignyAndrew Farriss was the creative force and co-founder of the wildly successful band INXS. They generated 50 million album sales, 7 U.S. top 10 singles. Andrew is also a credited writer for Dua Lipa's hit Break My Heart. But today, Andrew debuts his...
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2214false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-from-the-legendary-frizzell-family-tess-frizzell-songwriter-singer-debuting-the-wrong-one--50856546On today's show Tess tells about the raw and real lyrics of her latest song The Wrong One. Tess credits the collaboration of Billy Lawson, Bobby Tomberlin and Dottie West. Dottie actually picked the title some 50 to 60 years ago. Hear the inside story on recording this classic song with the magic of Muscle Shoals. Enjoy this conversation and getting the inside stories on country music royalty.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50856546Mon, 08 Aug 2022 21:24:54 +0000Rick TocquignySuccess Made to Last from the legendary Frizzell family- Tess Frizzell, songwriter & singer debuting "The Wrong One." According to Tess, the Frizzell's don't have a family tree, they are a part of a forests. Her Mom is Shelly West and Grandmother is...On today's show Tess tells about the raw and real lyrics of her latest song The Wrong One. Tess credits the collaboration of Billy Lawson, Bobby Tomberlin and Dottie West. Dottie actually picked the title some 50 to 60 years ago. Hear the inside story on recording this classic song with the magic of Muscle Shoals. Enjoy this conversation and getting the inside stories on country music royalty.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1282billylawson;bobbytomberlin;,dottiewest;,shellywest,tessfrizzell;,thewrongone;false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-with-legendary-west-end-tenor-and-actor-shimi-goodman-hear-the-story-of-his-personal-exodus--50843077Enjoy this podcast that highlights his personal exodus from his home country of Israel and other stages of his incredible journey.
A London based performer, Shimi Goodman was born in Tel Aviv, Israel. At the age of fifteen he began working with the musical theatre company "Chich's Neighbours" which was hugely popular in Israel. It was there that Shimi got his first lead role starring as Don Jose (Daniel) in Carmen - a Rock Opera which was later televised.
After serving in the Israeli army, during which time he was given permission to work as an actor, he moved to England to study at the Guildford School of Acting. He graduated with distinction in 2002 receiving a BA in Musical Theatre Studies. Whilst studying he won the Musical Theatre Award 2001 and was a prize winner at the Surrey Male Singer Competition. Soon after graduating Shimi landed a role in Andrew Lloyd Webber's West End production of Bombay Dreams at the Apollo Victoria understudying and playing the principal - Akaash.
Shimi's next West End show was Chicago at the Adelphi where he had the opportunity to play all the male ensemble parts and also the role of Mary Sunshine opposite Brooke Shields. Shimi went on to be a featured singer in the original London cast of the record breaking production of Dirty Dancing at the Aldwych, where he also understudied and played Robbie Gould. Shimi then joined the Impulse company to train at the Meisner acting technique. In 2008, Shimi returned to Israel to create the lead role of Samuel in the world premiere of the musical Salt&Honey at the Mount Scopus Amphitheatre in Jerusalem. He then came back to London to play Douglas in Party Time and the hooded man in Mountain Language both by Harold Pinter and at the Landor. Shimi played Rapunzel's Prince, the Wolf and Florinda in Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods at Upstairs at the Gatehouse. The show was extremely well received and to date is the best selling show in the history of the theatre. Among many, What's on Stage metioned "Goodman in particular steals every scene he's in,... he has the whole show - and the audience - in his pocket."
In 2009, Shimi went on his first national UK tour with the acclaimed Bill Kenwright production of Evita, playing the role of Che. On his return to London, "comfortably slipping into Gene Kelly's dancing shoes" Shimi played the role of Don Lockwood in Singin' in the Rain at the Broadway Theatre. Reviews described him as "a true triple threat" and "a looker, a hoofer and boy can he sing!".
In 2011 Shimi rejoined the cast of Chicago for it's final six months in the West End's Cambridge theatre.
For his German debut Shimi went on to perform in the critically acclaimed production of The Who's Tommy at the English Theatre in Frankfurt.
Rengent's Park Open Air Theatre was Shimi's next port of call in the productions of Ragtime (directed by Timothy Sheader) and Midsummer Night's Dream where he played Cobweb (directed by Matthew Dunster).
After finishing a successful extended run of the world premiere of Paper Dolls by Philip Himberg, directed by Indhu Rubasingham at the Tricycle theatre, Shimi went on to perform in yet another world premiere this time in the West End. From Here to Eternity the musical, based on one of the greatest novels of the twentieth century, co produced and with lyrics by Sir Tim Rice and directed by Tamara Harvey. The show was filmed and screened in cinemas around the world.
In 2015 Shimi had the great honour of being invited to sing at a special gala evening dedicated to and in the presence of former Israeli President Mr Shimon Peres and numerous other heads of state at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane, London. In 2016 Shimi shared a stage in London singing with 1998 Eurovision Song Contest Winner Dana International. The show culminated with the pop star and Shimi singing the Israeli national anthem.
Shimi's debut album is currently available for purchase on the MUSIC page and iTunes. The album contains thirteen tracks, seven of which are new songs by multi award winning writer Christopher Hamilton including "No Good At Love" with lyrics by Sir Noel Coward and "Trusting You", a duet with Wicked`s Dianne Pilkington.

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A London based performer, Shimi Goodman was born in Tel Aviv, Israel. At the age of fifteen he began working with the musical theatre company "Chich's Neighbours" which was hugely popular in Israel. It was there that Shimi got his first lead role starring as Don Jose (Daniel) in Carmen - a Rock Opera which was later televised.
After serving in the Israeli army, during which time he was given permission to work as an actor, he moved to England to study at the Guildford School of Acting. He graduated with distinction in 2002 receiving a BA in Musical Theatre Studies. Whilst studying he won the Musical Theatre Award 2001 and was a prize winner at the Surrey Male Singer Competition. Soon after graduating Shimi landed a role in Andrew Lloyd Webber's West End production of Bombay Dreams at the Apollo Victoria understudying and playing the principal - Akaash.
Shimi's next West End show was Chicago at the Adelphi where he had the opportunity to play all the male ensemble parts and also the role of Mary Sunshine opposite Brooke Shields. Shimi went on to be a featured singer in the original London cast of the record breaking production of Dirty Dancing at the Aldwych, where he also understudied and played Robbie Gould. Shimi then joined the Impulse company to train at the Meisner acting technique. In 2008, Shimi returned to Israel to create the lead role of Samuel in the world premiere of the musical Salt&Honey at the Mount Scopus Amphitheatre in Jerusalem. He then came back to London to play Douglas in Party Time and the hooded man in Mountain Language both by Harold Pinter and at the Landor. Shimi played Rapunzel's Prince, the Wolf and Florinda in Stephen Sondheim's Into the Woods at Upstairs at the Gatehouse. The show was extremely well received and to date is the best selling show in the history of the theatre. Among many, What's on Stage metioned "Goodman in particular steals every scene he's in,... he has the whole show - and the audience - in his pocket."
In 2009, Shimi went on his first national UK tour with the acclaimed Bill Kenwright production of Evita, playing the role of Che. On his return to London, "comfortably slipping into Gene Kelly's dancing shoes" Shimi played the role of Don Lockwood in Singin' in the Rain at the Broadway Theatre. Reviews described him as "a true triple threat" and "a looker, a hoofer and boy can he sing!".
In 2011 Shimi rejoined the cast of Chicago for it's final six months in the West End's Cambridge theatre.
For his German debut Shimi went on to perform in the critically acclaimed production of The Who's Tommy at the English Theatre in Frankfurt.
Rengent's Park Open Air Theatre was Shimi's next port of call in the productions of Ragtime (directed by Timothy Sheader) and Midsummer Night's Dream where he played Cobweb (directed by Matthew Dunster).
After finishing a successful extended run of the world premiere of Paper Dolls by Philip Himberg, directed by Indhu Rubasingham at the Tricycle theatre, Shimi went on to perform in yet another world premiere this time in the West End. From Here to Eternity the musical, based on one of the greatest novels of the twentieth century, co produced and with lyrics by Sir Tim Rice and directed by Tamara Harvey. The show was filmed and screened in cinemas around the world.
In 2015 Shimi had the great honour of being invited to sing at a special gala evening dedicated to and in the presence of former Israeli President Mr Shimon Peres and numerous other heads of state at the prestigious Grosvenor House Hotel, Park Lane,...]]>3809false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-casper-rawls-legendary-guitarist-and-honorary-buckaroo--50829192
Rick “Casper” Rawls is quiet; he’s also unassuming, self-effacing and exceedingly polite.

But Casper Rawls is not a ghost. Casper Rawls is a monster; a guitar-playing monster whose good manners and good taste never quite obscure his musical chops.

When the name Casper Rawls comes up in a music conversation the first thing most people talk about is how he’s such a nice guy and then . . .

Producer/multi-instrumentalist/songwriter/nickname purveyor R.S. Field sums it up well.

“When The Howlers, later Omar & The Howlers, moved from Hattiesburg, Mississippi to Austin in 1976 one of the first friends we made was a guy from San Antonio (we couldn’t pronounce Helotes) named Rick Rawls. He was such a good friend to – and supporter of – our band. He was such a nice, generous, unassuming and guileless person that he and I really hit it off,” Field said.

“The first time he sat in with us, the intensity and facility he brought to his guitar playing was stunning. Back then his main thing was blues, like Cobra-era Otis Rush and early Clapton, and the contrast between his musical style and his off-stage personality just seemed to demand that I give him a stage name – Casper. I had named Omar ‘Omar’ – and I was soon to name Webb Wilder ‘Webb Wilder.’”

Having worked through the years with Kent “Omar” Dykes, Webb Wilder, Mark Germino, John Mayall, Sonny Landreth, Buddy Guy, Los Straitjackets and a slew of other all-out music makers, Field knows more than a little something about guitar champs – and nicknames.

Conversely, having worked with Field through the years, when it finally came time for Casper Rawls to make “Brave World,” his debut album as a leader, it was a cinch for Rawls to tag Field to produce the disc.

Though “Brave World” is Rawls’ first outing with his name in big letters, he’s no stranger to a recording studio. Casper has recorded on more than 75 albums as a band member and as a sideman with projects including five LeRoi Brothers albums as well as discs by a diverse list of artists such as Toni Price, Miss Lavelle White, Doyle Bramhall, The Derailers, Teisco Del Rey and Juke Logan. He’s also taken several turns in the producer’s chair.

“I was honored to be asked to produce the record,” Field said. “Really, I don’t have the words to competently say how much it meant to be asked to help with it, or how much it helps my soul to know how pleased he is with how it turned out.”

“Brave World” showcases Casper Rawls not only as the bandleader and chief guitarist, it also features his vocal talents and chops as a songwriter and co-writer as well as his good taste in selecting songs to cover.

The 13-track album, recorded in Austin at Wire Studio with Stuart Sullivan at the controls, includes older songs, new songs, ballads, rockers and rollers, an array of top-flight players and a very special surprise guest. “Angeline” is a mellower reworking of a revved-up rocker Rawls penned for the LeRois, “Don’t They Know (Who We Think We Are),” a Rawls/Suzy Elkins co-write, is fun and funny, “The Day Don Rich Died” is a salute to the Buckaroos’ guitarist, a huge influence on Rawls’ style. For covers, Rawls looked to George Harrison (“Any Road”), J.J. Cale (“Thirteen Days”) and Rick Gordon and Walter Hyatt (“Houston Town”).

“Brave World” closes with “A Little Bitty Piece of DNA,” a Buck Owens song that features the late Owens himself.
And a special thank you to Larry Telford for introducing us!

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Rick “Casper” Rawls is quiet; he’s also unassuming, self-effacing and exceedingly polite.

But Casper Rawls is not a ghost. Casper Rawls is a monster; a guitar-playing monster whose good manners and good taste never quite obscure his musical chops.

When the name Casper Rawls comes up in a music conversation the first thing most people talk about is how he’s such a nice guy and then . . .

Producer/multi-instrumentalist/songwriter/nickname purveyor R.S. Field sums it up well.

“When The Howlers, later Omar & The Howlers, moved from Hattiesburg, Mississippi to Austin in 1976 one of the first friends we made was a guy from San Antonio (we couldn’t pronounce Helotes) named Rick Rawls. He was such a good friend to – and supporter of – our band. He was such a nice, generous, unassuming and guileless person that he and I really hit it off,” Field said.

“The first time he sat in with us, the intensity and facility he brought to his guitar playing was stunning. Back then his main thing was blues, like Cobra-era Otis Rush and early Clapton, and the contrast between his musical style and his off-stage personality just seemed to demand that I give him a stage name – Casper. I had named Omar ‘Omar’ – and I was soon to name Webb Wilder ‘Webb Wilder.’”

Having worked through the years with Kent “Omar” Dykes, Webb Wilder, Mark Germino, John Mayall, Sonny Landreth, Buddy Guy, Los Straitjackets and a slew of other all-out music makers, Field knows more than a little something about guitar champs – and nicknames.

Conversely, having worked with Field through the years, when it finally came time for Casper Rawls to make “Brave World,” his debut album as a leader, it was a cinch for Rawls to tag Field to produce the disc.

Though “Brave World” is Rawls’ first outing with his name in big letters, he’s no stranger to a recording studio. Casper has recorded on more than 75 albums as a band member and as a sideman with projects including five LeRoi Brothers albums as well as discs by a diverse list of artists such as Toni Price, Miss Lavelle White, Doyle Bramhall, The Derailers, Teisco Del Rey and Juke Logan. He’s also taken several turns in the producer’s chair.

“I was honored to be asked to produce the record,” Field said. “Really, I don’t have the words to competently say how much it meant to be asked to help with it, or how much it helps my soul to know how pleased he is with how it turned out.”

“Brave World” showcases Casper Rawls not only as the bandleader and chief guitarist, it also features his vocal talents and chops as a songwriter and co-writer as well as his good taste in selecting songs to cover.

The 13-track album, recorded in Austin at Wire Studio with Stuart Sullivan at the controls, includes older songs, new songs, ballads, rockers and rollers, an array of top-flight players and a very special surprise guest. “Angeline” is a mellower reworking of a revved-up rocker Rawls penned for the LeRois, “Don’t They Know (Who We Think We Are),” a Rawls/Suzy Elkins co-write, is fun and funny, “The Day Don Rich Died” is a salute to the Buckaroos’ guitarist, a huge influence on Rawls’ style. For covers, Rawls looked to George Harrison (“Any Road”), J.J. Cale (“Thirteen Days”) and Rick Gordon and Walter Hyatt (“Houston Town”).

“Brave World” closes with “A Little Bitty Piece of DNA,” a Buck Owens song that features the late Owens himself.
And a special thank you to Larry Telford for introducing us!

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You will learn:
1. How Eric Benhamou's life changed when he first arrived as a graduate student at Stanford in the mid 1970s.
2. The lessons Eric Benhamou has learned from entrepreneurs he meets every day.
3. How traditional IPO markets have changed over the years and the impact of regulatory overreach on this market.

Eric Benhamou is a legendary entrepreneur and venture capitalist with over 40 years of experience in the IT industry. He is the Chairman and CEO of BGV, a global venture capital company, and has been actively involved in venture capital for 16 years.

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You will learn:
1. How Eric Benhamou's life changed when he first arrived as a graduate student at Stanford in the mid 1970s.
2. The lessons Eric Benhamou has learned from entrepreneurs he meets every day.
3. How traditional IPO markets have changed over the years and the impact of regulatory overreach on this market.

Eric Benhamou is a legendary entrepreneur and venture capitalist with over 40 years of experience in the IT industry. He is the Chairman and CEO of BGV, a global venture capital company, and has been actively involved in venture capital for 16 years.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2838false143350fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coda-special-on-success-made-to-last-featuring-osmond-brother-justin-born-with-hearing-disability--49989793
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Turning 96 on the Fourth of July, Stewart was a member of the famed Tuskegee Airmen and is featured in National Geographic’s coverage of the 75th Anniversary of the end of World War II in 2020. Enjoy this interview with Success' Tim Moore and with this living legend.

Stewart: I remember when I was coming from Sunday school, I guess it was on that fateful day, or infamous day, and I was living near LaGuardia Airport, New York at the time and these aircrafts, fighter aircrafts are taking off. They were P-39 Airacobras, taking off from the LaGuardia Airport. There were 30 of them. They got into formation and they were flying very, very low over the city of New York there. And I was curious as to what was going on. But when I did get from Sunday school, I went upstairs. And of course, the news was on at the time then that the Japanese had bombed Pearl Harbor. I immediately felt that it wouldn't be long before I would be called into the service because the draft had started. Even though I was only 16 or 17. At the time, it wouldn't be long before the draft would call me up.

To teach the next generation to honor soldiers on Memorial Day, gather them around this podcast and listen to this hero of 43 missions.

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Turning 96 on the Fourth of July, Stewart was a member of the famed Tuskegee Airmen and is featured in National Geographic’s coverage of the 75th Anniversary of the end of World War II in 2020. Enjoy this interview with Success' Tim Moore and with this living legend.

Stewart: I remember when I was coming from Sunday school, I guess it was on that fateful day, or infamous day, and I was living near LaGuardia Airport, New York at the time and these aircrafts, fighter aircrafts are taking off. They were P-39 Airacobras, taking off from the LaGuardia Airport. There were 30 of them. They got into formation and they were flying very, very low over the city of New York there. And I was curious as to what was going on. But when I did get from Sunday school, I went upstairs. And of course, the news was on at the time then that the Japanese had bombed Pearl Harbor. I immediately felt that it wouldn't be long before I would be called into the service because the draft had started. Even though I was only 16 or 17. At the time, it wouldn't be long before the draft would call me up.

To teach the next generation to honor soldiers on Memorial Day, gather them around this podcast and listen to this hero of 43 missions.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>3337false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-chef-shawn-davis-of-big-shake-nashville-hot-chicken--49865592In just seven years in his seasonal position, Shawn had worked his way from up from dishwasher to head chef. Under Gio Palermo’s mentorship at the C. J. Palermo restaurant, Shawn learned the ins and outs of the restaurant business.Little did Shawn know that his experience at the Palermo restaurant would prove to be life-changing not only for his passion for food, but also for the inspirational, entrepreneurial journey he would take.
In 1983, when Shawn Davis, a Bayshore, New York native was a mere 12-years old, his mother decided that her tween son needed a healthy distraction when school let out. So, when a co-worker told her about a job opening in Ocean Beach, Fire Island at C.J. Palermo’s restaurant, she got Shawn onto the ferry. That 30-minute trip turned into a seasonal post for Shawn and within seven years he worked his way up from Dishwasher to Head Chef. Under Giovanni “Gio” Palermo’s mentorship, Shawn learned the ins and outs of the restaurant business and was even affectionately referred to as a “black son” by Gio himself. Since Shawn lived with Gio and his family every summer and worked side-by-side with him each day, the title was more than fitting. When Shawn left C.J. Palermo’s in 1990, he realized his experience there proved to be life-changing; it not only ignited his passion for food but also laid the groundwork for his inspirational, entrepreneurial journey ahead.
From 1989 to 1991, Davis attended Norfolk State University in Virginia, wherein he studied Hotel and Restaurant Management. In 1994, he accepted a job with G.E. Capital. Working in various roles from Project Management to Collection Center Manager, he completed DMAIC process training and even received a Black Belt certification. It was at G.E. Capital that he met his now-wife, Robin. On their first date, they realized they shared a passion for entrepreneurship and decided to start a business. The next day, they did just that. Shawn and Robin had several businesses, and a catering company was always one of them.
Years later and married with kids, Shawn’s daughter, then age 10, received a pamphlet at school promoting vegetarianism and when she got home, she declared that she wanted to eliminate all meats, except seafood from her diet thereon. Shawn knew that in order to keep her protein intake at an optimum level, he would need to get creative and crafty in the kitchen. And, so he did. Hence, his first creation, the “Original Shrimp Burger,” was born. The kids loved it, friends and neighbors loved it too. Realizing that there was a vast market for his succulent beef burger alternative, Robin suggested that they head into the food industry full-time. CBS Foods Incorporated was formed in 2007.
In May of 2011, Shawn appeared on ABC’s Shark Tank, giving his shrimp burgers and the company national exposure. ABC has since re-aired his countless times further igniting consumer brand recognition. In September of 2011, the show’s producers filmed a follow-up segment on Shawn’s success. That episode aired in 2012.
In 2013, Shawn and Robin signed a lease on their first restaurant in Franklin, TN. Big Shake’s Hot Chicken and Fish was quickly embraced by the community. The small family-owned restaurant became very popular and within months they knew they would need a bigger location. In December of the same year, they signed a lease for their second location in Franklin, TN. Soon after, they opened locations in Goodlettsville, TN, Madison, AL, and Huntsville, AL.
Today, Big Shake’s Hot Chicken is a franchise concept with locations opening soon in Columbia, TN, Nashville, TN, Tuscaloosa, AL, and Tampa, FL.


Davis is still married to his “right arm” and Vice President, Robin. They have two children together and still reside in Tennessee. As a die-hard fans of music, you can find them making food, music and spreading love.

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In 1983, when Shawn Davis, a Bayshore, New York native was a mere 12-years old, his mother decided that her tween son needed a healthy distraction when school let out. So, when a co-worker told her about a job opening in Ocean Beach, Fire Island at C.J. Palermo’s restaurant, she got Shawn onto the ferry. That 30-minute trip turned into a seasonal post for Shawn and within seven years he worked his way up from Dishwasher to Head Chef. Under Giovanni “Gio” Palermo’s mentorship, Shawn learned the ins and outs of the restaurant business and was even affectionately referred to as a “black son” by Gio himself. Since Shawn lived with Gio and his family every summer and worked side-by-side with him each day, the title was more than fitting. When Shawn left C.J. Palermo’s in 1990, he realized his experience there proved to be life-changing; it not only ignited his passion for food but also laid the groundwork for his inspirational, entrepreneurial journey ahead.
From 1989 to 1991, Davis attended Norfolk State University in Virginia, wherein he studied Hotel and Restaurant Management. In 1994, he accepted a job with G.E. Capital. Working in various roles from Project Management to Collection Center Manager, he completed DMAIC process training and even received a Black Belt certification. It was at G.E. Capital that he met his now-wife, Robin. On their first date, they realized they shared a passion for entrepreneurship and decided to start a business. The next day, they did just that. Shawn and Robin had several businesses, and a catering company was always one of them.
Years later and married with kids, Shawn’s daughter, then age 10, received a pamphlet at school promoting vegetarianism and when she got home, she declared that she wanted to eliminate all meats, except seafood from her diet thereon. Shawn knew that in order to keep her protein intake at an optimum level, he would need to get creative and crafty in the kitchen. And, so he did. Hence, his first creation, the “Original Shrimp Burger,” was born. The kids loved it, friends and neighbors loved it too. Realizing that there was a vast market for his succulent beef burger alternative, Robin suggested that they head into the food industry full-time. CBS Foods Incorporated was formed in 2007.
In May of 2011, Shawn appeared on ABC’s Shark Tank, giving his shrimp burgers and the company national exposure. ABC has since re-aired his countless times further igniting consumer brand recognition. In September of 2011, the show’s producers filmed a follow-up segment on Shawn’s success. That episode aired in 2012.
In 2013, Shawn and Robin signed a lease on their first restaurant in Franklin, TN. Big Shake’s Hot Chicken and Fish was quickly embraced by the community. The small family-owned restaurant became very popular and within months they knew they would need a bigger location. In December of the same year, they signed a lease for their second location in Franklin, TN. Soon after, they opened locations in Goodlettsville, TN, Madison, AL, and Huntsville, AL.
Today, Big Shake’s Hot Chicken is a franchise concept with locations opening soon in Columbia, TN, Nashville, TN, Tuscaloosa, AL, and Tampa, FL.


Davis is still married to his “right arm” and Vice President, Robin. They have two children together and still reside in...]]>1868false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-music-legends-with-larry-telford-famed-music-producer-pianist-and-master-storyteller--49864364
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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2938false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-celebrates-the-passion-translation-with-lead-translator-dr-brian-simmons--49861211www.ThePassionTranslation.com.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49861211Thu, 19 May 2022 14:00:47 +0000Rick TocquignyDr. Brian Simmons is back on Legends to celebrate the collaborative work of his translation team for The Passion Translation. Brian is known as a passionate lover of God. After a dramatic conversion to Christ, Brian knew that God was calling him to go...www.ThePassionTranslation.com.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1867false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-emily-shah-executive-producer-for-jungle-cry--49831318
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49831318Tue, 17 May 2022 15:16:40 +0000Rick TocquignySuccess Legends welcomes Emily Shah, debuting Jungle Cry. This movie debuts May 2022 and is based on a true AND SIGNIFICANT story that follows the journey of 12 underprivileged children, playing sports barefoot, who went on to win the prestigious U14...
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1708false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-frank-blake-former-ceo-of-home-depot-protege-of-ronald-reagan--49831140
Frank Blake is significant not merely because he ran a Fortune 500 company, but because he redefined what leadership could look like at scale.

The True Significance of Frank Blake

1. He Proved Humility Can Win in Business When Frank Blake became CEO of The Home Depot in 2007, he inherited a company facing cultural strain, customer dissatisfaction, and market pressure. Instead of ruling with ego, he led with humility, listening, visibility, and service. He became known for visiting stores, talking with frontline associates, and making people feel seen. Significance: He showed that kindness and strength are not opposites.
2. He Restored Culture, Not Just Profits Many executives focus only on numbers. Blake understood that numbers follow culture. He worked to rebuild Home Depot’s original spirit: customer-first service, empowered employees, and pride in the orange apron. Under his leadership, Home Depot regained momentum and outperformed major competitors. But his deeper contribution was restoring morale. Significance: He knew people are not a line item—they are the engine.
3.  He Led Through Crisis with Steady Hands Blake took over just before the 2008 housing collapse—one of the hardest times imaginable for a home improvement retailer. Yet he stayed calm, focused, and disciplined. He made tough decisions while preserving long-term trust. Significance: Real leaders are revealed in storms, not sunshine.
4. He Modeled Servant Leadership Frank Blake often represented the rare executive who understood the CEO’s role was not to be at the top of the pyramid—but to support everyone else in it. That mindset aligns with truly significant lives: lifting others, sharing credit, and building institutions that outlast personal ambition. Significance: He made leadership about service rather than status.  If significance is measured by how many people grew, believed, and thrived because you led them well—then Frank Blake was truly significant. He reminds us that the best leaders do not demand loyalty, they earn it; They do not chase applause; They create trust; They do not stand above people....they stand with them.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49831140Tue, 17 May 2022 14:56:35 +0000Rick TocquignyFrank Blake is the former CEO of Home Depot, and member of Board of Directors for P&G and Delta Airlines shares his inside mentoring stories on the late Jack Welch along with Presidents Reagan and George H.W. Bush. All three mentors created the...
Frank Blake is significant not merely because he ran a Fortune 500 company, but because he redefined what leadership could look like at scale.

The True Significance of Frank Blake

1. He Proved Humility Can Win in Business When Frank Blake became CEO of The Home Depot in 2007, he inherited a company facing cultural strain, customer dissatisfaction, and market pressure. Instead of ruling with ego, he led with humility, listening, visibility, and service. He became known for visiting stores, talking with frontline associates, and making people feel seen. Significance: He showed that kindness and strength are not opposites.
2. He Restored Culture, Not Just Profits Many executives focus only on numbers. Blake understood that numbers follow culture. He worked to rebuild Home Depot’s original spirit: customer-first service, empowered employees, and pride in the orange apron. Under his leadership, Home Depot regained momentum and outperformed major competitors. But his deeper contribution was restoring morale. Significance: He knew people are not a line item—they are the engine.
3.  He Led Through Crisis with Steady Hands Blake took over just before the 2008 housing collapse—one of the hardest times imaginable for a home improvement retailer. Yet he stayed calm, focused, and disciplined. He made tough decisions while preserving long-term trust. Significance: Real leaders are revealed in storms, not sunshine.
4. He Modeled Servant Leadership Frank Blake often represented the rare executive who understood the CEO’s role was not to be at the top of the pyramid—but to support everyone else in it. That mindset aligns with truly significant lives: lifting others, sharing credit, and building institutions that outlast personal ambition. Significance: He made leadership about service rather than status.  If significance is measured by how many people grew, believed, and thrived because you led them well—then Frank Blake was truly significant. He reminds us that the best leaders do not demand loyalty, they earn it; They do not chase applause; They create trust; They do not stand above people....they stand with them.

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49694047Fri, 06 May 2022 19:48:27 +0000Rick TocquignyAfter 60 leading roles in Broadway, his inner success was never fulfilled by outer success. Hear Ron Baker's story of how he transitioned to a more important life. Twenty five years he has worked with thousands of people around the world helping them...
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FreeWater Inc. is a revolutionary marketing channel that utilizes premium spring water as a new type of advertising medium while prioritizing philanthropy and sustainability. Ten cents from each beverage is donated to charity to build water wells for people in need. We only need 10% of Americans to choose FreeWater so we can solve the global water crisis permanently.

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FreeWater Inc. is a revolutionary marketing channel that utilizes premium spring water as a new type of advertising medium while prioritizing philanthropy and sustainability. Ten cents from each beverage is donated to charity to build water wells for people in need. We only need 10% of Americans to choose FreeWater so we can solve the global water crisis permanently.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1728false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-with-janie-fricke-country-western-singer-extraordinaire--49669018Hear about Janie's musical influences from Joan Baez, Judy Collins, Rita Coolidge and Dusty Springfield. And enjoy learning about her early career doing jingles for brands such as Red Lobster.

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1595false143207fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-bill-mechanic-veteran-producer-of-hacksaw-ridge-coraline-and-many-other-films--49542145During his tenure at Fox, the company significantly expanded its production capacity by creating four film divisions-Twentieth Century Fox, Fox 2000, Fox Searchlight Pictures, and Fox Family Films. Among the hit films produced under his supervision were: Cast Away, Best Picture Academy Award winner Titanic, X-Men, Academy Award winner Moulin Rouge, Independence Day, Ice Age, Entrapment, Big Momma's House, Minority Report, What Lies Beneath, Planet of the Apes, Men of Honor, Sexy Beast, Never Been Kissed, There's Something About Mary, Star Wars Trilogy Special Edition, Best Picture Academy Award winner Braveheart, Academy Award winner Boys Don't Cry, Quills, Mrs. Doubtfire, Speed, True Lies, Die Hard with a Vengeance, The Full Monty, Dr. Dolittle, The X-Files, Me, Myself & Irene, The Thin Red Line, Ever After, William Shakespeare's Romeo + Juliet, Broken Arrow, Courage Under Fire, Soul Food, Anastasia and Waiting to Exhale.

Under Mechanic, the studio also released Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace, the new chapter in George Lucas' epic saga, in 1999.

As a result of his leadership, in 1998 Twentieth Century Fox was the number-one studio in worldwide box-office gross. That same year, Fox Music produced five of the top ten selling soundtracks: Titanic, Hope Floats, Doctor Dolittle, Bulworth, and Ally McBeal. In addition, during his reign the studio produced six of the top ten grossing movies of all time and six of the top ten selling live-action videos-both domestically and internationally-including the best-selling video in history, Titanic. Fox produced the number-one grossing films worldwide in 1995, 1996 and 1997 with Die Hard with a Vengeance, Independence Day and Titanic. In all, the studio earned 72 Oscar nominations including 5 Best Picture nominations under his management.

Prior to joining Fox, Mechanic served as President of International Distribution and Worldwide Video at The Walt Disney Studios, overseeing international theatrical, worldwide home video and worldwide pay television. He began at Disney in 1984, subsequently building its home-video units both in the United States and overseas from minor industry players to nearly double the size of their nearest competitors. The division grew from $30 million in revenue to over $3 billion and is now responsible for 15 of the top 20 all-time best-selling videocassettes. He pioneered the concept of direct sales to mass merchants, which has become an important part of the home-entertainment business.

One of Mechanic's critical moves was when he ended a five-year relationship between Disney and Warner Bros. for the overseas distribution of the Disney studio's theatrical product and set up BVI, the first completely new international theatrical distribution organization in more than three decades. In its first full year of operation, the unit became the industry's #1 Distributor.

Prior to this, Mechanic served as both Senior Vice President of Walt Disney Home Video and Vice President of Pay Television Sales for the company. During this period, he also oversaw network specials for Disney Television and his programs were nominated for several Emmy Awards.

He serves on the Board of Governors for the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, the Board of Counselors for the prestigious USC Film School and the Board of American Friends of the National Film Theatre of England. He has been honored with the Showman of the Year Award by the Producers Guild and has received a Crystal Award from Women in Film. In 1998, he was elected into the Video Hall of Fame, and in 2001 he became the first Hollywood executive to chair the jury of any of the major international film festivals when he served as President of the Jury for the Berlin Film Festival.

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Under Mechanic, the studio also released Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace, the new chapter in George Lucas' epic saga, in 1999.

As a result of his leadership, in 1998 Twentieth Century Fox was the number-one studio in worldwide box-office gross. That same year, Fox Music produced five of the top ten selling soundtracks: Titanic, Hope Floats, Doctor Dolittle, Bulworth, and Ally McBeal. In addition, during his reign the studio produced six of the top ten grossing movies of all time and six of the top ten selling live-action videos-both domestically and internationally-including the best-selling video in history, Titanic. Fox produced the number-one grossing films worldwide in 1995, 1996 and 1997 with Die Hard with a Vengeance, Independence Day and Titanic. In all, the studio earned 72 Oscar nominations including 5 Best Picture nominations under his management.

Prior to joining Fox, Mechanic served as President of International Distribution and Worldwide Video at The Walt Disney Studios, overseeing international theatrical, worldwide home video and worldwide pay television. He began at Disney in 1984, subsequently building its home-video units both in the United States and overseas from minor industry players to nearly double the size of their nearest competitors. The division grew from $30 million in revenue to over $3 billion and is now responsible for 15 of the top 20 all-time best-selling videocassettes. He pioneered the concept of direct sales to mass merchants, which has become an important part of the home-entertainment business.

One of Mechanic's critical moves was when he ended a five-year relationship between Disney and Warner Bros. for the overseas distribution of the Disney studio's theatrical product and set up BVI, the first completely new international theatrical distribution organization in more than three decades. In its first full year of operation, the unit became the industry's #1 Distributor.

Prior to this, Mechanic served as both Senior Vice President of Walt Disney Home Video and Vice President of Pay Television Sales for the company. During this period, he also oversaw network specials for Disney Television and his programs were...]]>2316billmechanic;,producerofhacksawridge;false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-legends-with-pandora-s-steve-keller-guru-of-sonic-identity-and-audio-strategy--49539172
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The singer-songwriter behind the 1971 classic American Pie is speaking from his home in Palm Desert, a town in California where he is now well into what he calls the “desert phase” of his life. Wildfires are still burning across the state. You can’t see the sun for the acrid smoke. “I’m feeling it in my lungs,” says the 75-year-old.

So what did he do when his father died? “I cried for two years,” he says. “I blamed myself.” We’ve been talking about death for half an hour – his father’s and his feelings about his own. “I’m nearing the end of the high-dive,” he says. “Know what I mean?” It’s the big McLean theme running through his songwriting, from American Pie to the virtually unknown Run Diana Run, a weird musical dirge about Princess Diana.

‘The day the music died’ … the 1959 plane crash that killed Buddy Holly is thought to be one of the song’s references – but McLean hints it could be about his father’s death.
‘The day the music died’ … the 1959 plane crash that killed Buddy Holly is thought to be one of the song’s references – but McLean hints it could be about his father’s death. Photograph: Hulton Archive/Getty Images
We’re meeting, though, to talk about his era-spanning epic: that rollicking eight-and-a-half minute run-through of the 1960s after the decade closed. The Recording Industry Association of America has the song in its top five, behind Over the Rainbow and White Christmas; it’s been covered by everyone from Madonna to Tyson Fury, who sang it after knocking out Deontay Wilder earlier this year; and the original handwritten lyrics sold in 2015 for $1.2m (£800,000), the third highest auction price ever for an American literary manuscript.

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The singer-songwriter behind the 1971 classic American Pie is speaking from his home in Palm Desert, a town in California where he is now well into what he calls the “desert phase” of his life. Wildfires are still burning across the state. You can’t see the sun for the acrid smoke. “I’m feeling it in my lungs,” says the 75-year-old.

So what did he do when his father died? “I cried for two years,” he says. “I blamed myself.” We’ve been talking about death for half an hour – his father’s and his feelings about his own. “I’m nearing the end of the high-dive,” he says. “Know what I mean?” It’s the big McLean theme running through his songwriting, from American Pie to the virtually unknown Run Diana Run, a weird musical dirge about Princess Diana.

‘The day the music died’ … the 1959 plane crash that killed Buddy Holly is thought to be one of the song’s references – but McLean hints it could be about his father’s death.
‘The day the music died’ … the 1959 plane crash that killed Buddy Holly is thought to be one of the song’s references – but McLean hints it could be about his father’s death. Photograph: Hulton Archive/Getty Images
We’re meeting, though, to talk about his era-spanning epic: that rollicking eight-and-a-half minute run-through of the 1960s after the decade closed. The Recording Industry Association of America has the song in its top five, behind Over the Rainbow and White Christmas; it’s been covered by everyone from Madonna to Tyson Fury, who sang it after knocking out Deontay Wilder earlier this year; and the original handwritten lyrics sold in 2015 for $1.2m (£800,000), the third highest auction price ever for an American literary manuscript.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1904false143378fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-songwriters-series-with-archie-jordan--49497048
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49497048Wed, 20 Apr 2022 22:09:45 +0000Rick TocquignyLegends honors the incomparable Archie Jordan, songwriter extraordinaire. After interviewing famed songwriter Archie Jordan on Legends, I was struck with his humility, skilled storytelling and dedication to the craft of writing. After nearly thirty...
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One special story told is about Joe's friend Bill Etheridge who took the bus boy holding RFK's head seconds after being shot in LA.

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One special story told is about Joe's friend Bill Etheridge who took the bus boy holding RFK's head seconds after being shot in LA.

Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1727false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-legends-series-profiles-austin-band-the-pearl-snaps-with-multi-instrumentalist-steve-mccarthy--49321570www.thepearlsnaps.com to find out where to dance to this legendary band. Go by and say hello to Stephen and the rest of the band. Enjoy Stephen's explanation of significance....being the right person at the right time...giving a moment of grace.

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2188false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legends-with-raad-mobrem-built-quickbooks-online-now-founder-of-intro-how-to-multiply-wisdom-move-from-success-to-significance-faster--49281088www.intro.co today.

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>2423false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-made-to-last-legends-with-chaplain-margaret-grun-kibben-u-s-house-of-representatives-and-retired-rear-admiral--49274842
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49274842Thu, 31 Mar 2022 22:03:41 +0000Rick TocquignyLegendary heroes and people of God are amongst us, especially in Washington D.C. Success Made to Last Legends features Chaplain Margaret Grun Kibben, U.S. House of Representatives and Retired Rear Admiral. Chaplain Kibben shares stories of mentoring...
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1659false14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legends-features-songwriter-john-christian-taking-the-show-on-the-road-fried-chicken-boogie-and-let-s-go-to-the-diner--49258459
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49258459Wed, 30 Mar 2022 21:12:51 +0000Rick TocquignyInspired by B.B. King, the Beatles, the Eagles and Rick Derringer (Rock N Roll Hoochie Coo), John Christian has written some of the most marketable songs and lyrics that are relatable to the masses. Hear the backstory behind Taking the Show on the...
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1463false143489fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/success-with-dr-frank-allen-author-grand-master-of-multiple-martial-arts-zen-master-and-ultimate-mentor--49257264
Education & Training:

B.A. in Psychology from Rice University in 1974
M.A. in Human Development Counseling from the University of Denver in 1977
Ed.D. in Educational Counseling from the University of Houston in 1979
Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the Houston Family Institute,1980-1981
Private Practice since 1982
Other Interests & Experience:

Student of “A Course In Miracles” for 40 years
Explorer of Eastern Philosophy for 40 years
Meditation Practice for 40 years
Certified Hypnotherapist and Past Life Regression
Leader of psychological/spiritual workshops and retreats for 40 years
Author of 8 books on Psychology/Spirituality
Grand Master (10th Degree Black Belt) in several Martial Arts

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Education & Training:

B.A. in Psychology from Rice University in 1974
M.A. in Human Development Counseling from the University of Denver in 1977
Ed.D. in Educational Counseling from the University of Houston in 1979
Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the Houston Family Institute,1980-1981
Private Practice since 1982
Other Interests & Experience:

Student of “A Course In Miracles” for 40 years
Explorer of Eastern Philosophy for 40 years
Meditation Practice for 40 years
Certified Hypnotherapist and Past Life Regression
Leader of psychological/spiritual workshops and retreats for 40 years
Author of 8 books on Psychology/Spirituality
Grand Master (10th Degree Black Belt) in several Martial Arts

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From right down the street in Belton, Missouri, Moore & Moore will be opening the show for TG Sheppard. Moore & Moore have written #1 songs, traveled the world, and have received numerous awards including “Country Duo of the Year” and “International Entertainer of the Year”.

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From right down the street in Belton, Missouri, Moore & Moore will be opening the show for TG Sheppard. Moore & Moore have written #1 songs, traveled the world, and have received numerous awards including “Country Duo of the Year” and “International Entertainer of the Year”.

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Zwick's body of work has earned numerous accolades, including an Academy Award and BAFTA Award for Best Picture as a producer, and Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Writing in a Limited Series, and Outstanding Dramatic Special. He has additionally been nominated for multiple Golden Globe Awards. Visit www.successmadetolast.com to hear other great storytellers.

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Zwick's body of work has earned numerous accolades, including an Academy Award and BAFTA Award for Best Picture as a producer, and Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Writing in a Limited Series, and Outstanding Dramatic Special. He has additionally been nominated for multiple Golden Globe Awards. Visit www.successmadetolast.com to hear other great storytellers.

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Hear this exclusive, inside story...only on Legends.

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Hear this exclusive, inside story...only on Legends.

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In the past Ms. Ong occupied the position of President & Chief Executive Officer of The Travel Channel LLC, President at National Geographic Television International and Chief Operating Officer of STAR Group Ltd.

She received an undergraduate degree from Montclair State University and a graduate degree from Columbia University.

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In the past Ms. Ong occupied the position of President & Chief Executive Officer of The Travel Channel LLC, President at National Geographic Television International and Chief Operating Officer of STAR Group Ltd.

She received an undergraduate degree from Montclair State University and a graduate degree from Columbia University.

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Tesh has won six Emmys, has four gold albums, two Grammy nominations, and an Associated Press award for investigative journalism. Tesh has sold over eight million records. His live concerts have raised more than $7 million for PBS. He wrote the NBA on NBC basketball theme "Roundball Rock". He has co-hosted the television program Entertainment Tonight. He has previously worked as a sportscaster and host for the Olympic Games, Wimbledon, the US Open, the Tour De France, Ironman Triathlon, and as a news anchor and reporter. In 2018, Tesh was inducted into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame.

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Tesh has won six Emmys, has four gold albums, two Grammy nominations, and an Associated Press award for investigative journalism. Tesh has sold over eight million records. His live concerts have raised more than $7 million for PBS. He wrote the NBA on NBC basketball theme "Roundball Rock". He has co-hosted the television program Entertainment Tonight. He has previously worked as a sportscaster and host for the Olympic Games, Wimbledon, the US Open, the Tour De France, Ironman Triathlon, and as a news anchor and reporter. In 2018, Tesh was inducted into the North Carolina Music Hall of Fame.

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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/legends-extraordinary-lives--5351541/support.]]>1162false143356fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legends-series-on-the-extraordinary-texas-band-the-pearl-snaps-with-bassist-chuck-interrante--48511309www.thepearlsnaps.com to book this band for corporate events, private parties, weddings and other Texas events. Dance to their music every month at Mercer Dance Hall or Giddy Ups, two famous dance places in the Austin area.

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The New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) was designed to increase the flow of capital to businesses and lowincome communities by providing a modest tax incentive to private investors. UA is a certified CDE and has received $267M in NMTC allocations since 2006 and has deployed over $800M in low and moderate communities over the past 18 years through its real estate investments and master plan developments.
She is a published author of three books, Walk Powerful at Zero, Woman Act Now and Building Generational Wealth. In 2016, from the President Barak Obama, she received the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for Volunteer Service. Mrs. McCoy is the recipient of the Women of Excellence Award from Epitome Magazine, named “The Power Connector” by Effiectual Magazine, published in Nigeria. She was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Divinity from St. Thomas College.
She appointed Ambassador at Large by WOLMI.

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The New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) was designed to increase the flow of capital to businesses and lowincome communities by providing a modest tax incentive to private investors. UA is a certified CDE and has received $267M in NMTC allocations since 2006 and has deployed over $800M in low and moderate communities over the past 18 years through its real estate investments and master plan developments.
She is a published author of three books, Walk Powerful at Zero, Woman Act Now and Building Generational Wealth. In 2016, from the President Barak Obama, she received the Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award for Volunteer Service. Mrs. McCoy is the recipient of the Women of Excellence Award from Epitome Magazine, named “The Power Connector” by Effiectual Magazine, published in Nigeria. She was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Divinity from St. Thomas College.
She appointed Ambassador at Large by WOLMI.

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Hear about how Kenny embraces fear. Over a long period of time, he learned to work with fear. He perseveres through fear by "loving what he does most." According to Kenny, "In order to function in life, you must move through fear. "
This show also answers the question ...does a location or city inspire creativity? Learn about the geniuses and polymaths of Stockbridge, Massachusetts.
Get Kenny's insight on his mantra of "listen, learn, lead and understand that you are not the boss." Kenny has learned to SERVE THE SONG. For this legend- The song is his hero. 
Visit www.kennyaronoff.com to follow the exploits of this legend. 

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Hear about how Kenny embraces fear. Over a long period of time, he learned to work with fear. He perseveres through fear by "loving what he does most." According to Kenny, "In order to function in life, you must move through fear. "
This show also answers the question ...does a location or city inspire creativity? Learn about the geniuses and polymaths of Stockbridge, Massachusetts.
Get Kenny's insight on his mantra of "listen, learn, lead and understand that you are not the boss." Kenny has learned to SERVE THE SONG. For this legend- The song is his hero. 
Visit www.kennyaronoff.com to follow the exploits of this legend. 

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New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Westreich has moved from success to significance. Hear about his contribution to the arts and his life as a musician/polymath. To watch a recent ABC interview, please visit https://www.abc12.com/community/good-morning-mid-michigan/plastic-surgery-booming-during-coronavirus-pandemic/article_f6d754b7-b26e-5b8f-8f89-fe2d8dca2086.html.

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New York City plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Westreich has moved from success to significance. Hear about his contribution to the arts and his life as a musician/polymath. To watch a recent ABC interview, please visit https://www.abc12.com/community/good-morning-mid-michigan/plastic-surgery-booming-during-coronavirus-pandemic/article_f6d754b7-b26e-5b8f-8f89-fe2d8dca2086.html.

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Hear Otis' wisdom -"everyone needs at least five to six people to move you forward."  
Enjoy this incredible conversation with Otis, now coming off a sabbatical. He has figured out his nest chapter. 

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Hear Otis' wisdom -"everyone needs at least five to six people to move you forward."  
Enjoy this incredible conversation with Otis, now coming off a sabbatical. He has figured out his nest chapter. 

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Irlene has received numerous awards including two Music City News Comedy Act of the Year and most recently received the Swift Award for women in Film, she also holds a NACMAI Award and her own star on the Country Music Walkway of Stars.
​Irlene appeared on numerous television shows like The Tonight Show, The Oprah Winfrey Show and starred in the historical Country variety series Hee - Haw with Roy Clark, Minnie Pearl and Buck Owens for it's last eight years.
​Irlene has just released an inspirational book, "God Rains Miracles" focused on her family.

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Irlene has received numerous awards including two Music City News Comedy Act of the Year and most recently received the Swift Award for women in Film, she also holds a NACMAI Award and her own star on the Country Music Walkway of Stars.
​Irlene appeared on numerous television shows like The Tonight Show, The Oprah Winfrey Show and starred in the historical Country variety series Hee - Haw with Roy Clark, Minnie Pearl and Buck Owens for it's last eight years.
​Irlene has just released an inspirational book, "God Rains Miracles" focused on her family.

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