The Truths We Hide

In this episode, we will be speaking with Jazz Canon, the co-founder of Legend Group an Afghanistan Humanitarian Evacuation Group that is highly involved in the Afghanistan disaster. She helps American families and those who are on the run, to escape certain death from terrorism.  This message needs to get out as fast as possible and they are always in need of donations or resources to continue their mission. The Legend Group Foundation has started a new initiative project to assist in sponsoring a child. It is now ready to launch!

Jazz Cannon is a co-founder of Legend Group, an Afghanistan Humanitarian Evacuation Group that saves trapped Americans, Afghan Allies, Christians and other Minorities from the Taliban. Her goal is to restore America’s Honor in Afghanistan.

For Jazz, the fight is personal. She was persecuted by the Taliban and Al Qaeda and had to flee from Afghanistan with her family at a young age. Surviving as a refugee, she settled in the United States, and found her true calling in helping people just like her.

Jazz has served as an Immigration Resettlement Consultant, providing support to organizations that need to implement societal integration and cultural programs.

She also has provided supportive coaching and referral to therapeutic counseling for young women having difficulties coping in the western culture and overcoming culture shock. Her goal has been to equip women with the necessary tools and knowledge to help them better respond to their integration challenges and chart a path to a happy and fulfilling life on purpose.

Not only will we be digger deeper Into Domestic Violence with Erin Michelle, we will also have a special guest from our local news station here In Central Texas 25 News KXXV, Trent Hooker.  Trenton Hooker Executive Producer, 25 News KXXV Trenton is an executive producer at 25 News and helps lead a team of diverse multiskilled journalists in Central Texas and the Brazos Valley. 25 News recently produced an entire half-hour program focusing on abuse called, "Domestic Violence: A Crisis in Central Texas." Come join us on 14 April at 3pm CST for real stories and an opportunity for live questions and answers.

BRIAN BIGCOUNTRY CONWELL is a retired Army SGT who llost his left leg on Ft. Riley KS, on January 7th 2014. His right leg contains 30 screws 4 plates and a 10 in rod.

Avery Stenstrom is an 18-year-old high school senior who began her writing journey at the age of 14 one summer day while spending time with family on vacation in West Virginia.

Avery's journey into writing came as she struggled to come to terms with her early childhood trauma and her struggles with her ADHD, Dyslexia, and anxiety. Heart of the Beast was created out of her pain, an escape from the chaos both internal and external. She vibrantly builds on her experience through sharing her struggles with each character representing the challenges between anger and joy, hatred and forgiveness, reluctance and determination.

Avery graduates from The Lab School of Washington in 2022 and is planning to enter Hofstra University in the coming fall. As she begins this next phase of her life, one thing is for certain, Avery sees the power of expression through word and/or art as the foundation to whatever journey unfolds before her.

Rob Garcia's last interview saw him returning from a Middle East deployment, losing his mother to cancer and living with his sister in his hometown as he figured out his next steps. A nervous breakdown would follow, culminating in him quitting his job and committing to entrepreneurship full time. 

A failed marriage proposal, a huge new advisory position, a business award.. welcome to Rob the Warrior Strategist's life in 2022.

Come listen to this very special episode about a very special project happening this month. 

I do not normally try and talk about myself but this one was needed. 

Do not forget to follow us at www.awildridecallelife.com for updates on everything that we are working on. 

"I am currently an elementary school teacher but I previously worked for the Department of Child Services on the sex abuse team.  My first book, For the Children With Love, Sadie's Story, follows a social worker as brings justice for the most vulnerable victims.  Delaney is fed up with people hurting children and getting away with it, so she decides to take matters into her own hands.

This series has become my passion and mission.  Because of my books, people have shared their own stories of abuse with me.  I realized that the only way to stop child sex abuse is to get people talking and that is my mission.  We need to talk about sex abuse to our children, just like we do other topics, such as drugs.  As long as people are afraid to talk about it, pedophiles will continue to hurt our children.

The Miaskowski family story is the true American dream. After immigrating from Poland to America to save their daughter Samantha's life from a brain tumour, their son Nicholas also developed a stage 4 brain tumour at age 10. After a courageous battle, Nicholas was able to recover and is cancer free today. In 2015, the family started a successful business providing affordable housing by buying, fixing and selling mobiles homes. In 2017, inspired by the example of friend and Make a Wish founder, Frank Shankwitz, the family founded Golden Wings Helping hands: a registered charity that has provided care packages to thousands of homeless and free mobile home housing to veterans.

This episode is part of a series done with Steve Sims. 

Listen and watch Steve Sims speak on Mindset in which we dig into the fear of the unexpected in the virtual new normal and how to adapt to rapid change. 

This Episode is part of a Series with Steve Sims and will focus on Mindset. 

Charlson Gaines is a Professional speaker, consultant, trainer - Emotional Intelligence skills to replace misery with happiness and thrive.

HIs passion to help others replace misery with happiness is a blessing to so many. 

Army Veteran Paige Pfeiffer opens up about her lie that led her to where she is today. Growing up through childhood trauma did not stop her from working hard on herself both personally and professionally. 

With a successful career, a beautiful family and the chance to start over, she brings us her story of hope, determination and her passion to help others fine their way out of that dark tunnel. She shows us that light in both herself and through her story. 

Dorothy Graham O’Dell child of God, wife, stepmom and loving daughter. Dorothy is a bookkeeper by trade with over 24 years of experience. Dorothy just wrote her first book called The Overcomer. She shares her obstacles of overcoming being bullied in school for her weight, low self-worth issues, growing up with parents who were sick, the trauma of her uncle’s suicide, and leaving emotionally abusive relationships. To never give up because at the end there is true happiness. She hopes that this book will help others overcome their obstacles and know they are not alone in their struggles. She has also started a coaching business helping women overcome their struggles and obstacles and hopes to also branch out into public speaking. Her goal is to help hundreds of  thousands of people know they can do anything they set their mind to and know their self-worth and never to settle for less then the best, to always be who God created them to be. To live their dreams, not someone else’s.

The link to purchase the book is.

In this episode 2nd Class Petty Officer Pan Phyu shares her story about being a Military Sexual Trauma Survivor and the aftermath. Not only does she share her own struggles but she is now advocating for her sister Marine Corporal Thae Ohu who has been convicted of premeditated murder. The fight for justice for Thae has been ongoing and she will not stop until their voices are heard. 

Author of nine books including Emotional Detox which features her revolutionary CLEANSE Method.® Founder of Emotional Detox Coaching® servicing clients, businesses, healthcare providers and educators worldwide, virtually or on site.

His Story: Ryan served for over 20-years as both an enlisted Soldier & NCO and later as an Officer. His Army journey started as a fire support specialist (13F) and as an officer served first as a Field Artillery, then as a Multi-functional Logistician (90A) and later as a Simulation Officer (57A). During his Army journey, he spent time at the 10th Mountain Division, 1st Infantry Division, 1st Armored Division, the National Training Center, Cadet Command, and a few other places doing a lot of different and awesome things. He deployed to Iraq x 3 and the Former Yugoslavia. His main reason for serving for two decades plus was the horrible events of September 11th, 2001. Since transitioning from the military, Ryan has become an entrepreneur with a digital marketing company (www.pando.media), multiple e-commerce sites to include Mountain Up Cap Company (www.mountainupcaps.com) and Teddy Bear Roast (www.teddybearroast.com), and he even sells life and health insurance. He is also the founder of the Veteran Social Summit (www.veteransocialsummit.com).

To learn more about Ryan please go to the February Podcast Guide. 

Thank you to our Season 2 Sponsor- The Authors Porch

I am a child survivor and witness to domestic violence and emotional abuse, those things ended up with me being diagnosed with bipolar and generalized anxiety disorder. Also, ended up with me abusing alcohol for years, but ultimately getting and staying sober!

"I'm a writer and blogger currently working on a memoir documenting my journey and the realities of mental illness in my life, with my husband and through parenting with mental illness. I was raped when I was younger, the trauma of which brought to surface bipolar disorder. Now I have a rewarding life with my beautiful children, through all the struggles and pain I fight on a daily basis."

Do you know anyone that’s worked with Sir Elton John or Elon Musk, sent people down to see the wreck of the Titanic on the sea bed or closed museums in Florence for a private dinner party and then had Andre Bocelli serenade them while they eat their pasta – you do now Quoted as “The Real Life Wizard of Oz" by Forbes and Entrepreneur Magazine, Steve Sims is a best selling Author with "BLUEFISHING - the art of making things happen”, sought-after coach and a speaker at a variety of networks, groups and associations as well as the Pentagon and Harvard – twice!

"It’s an interesting transition going from having everything taken care of for you to out on your own in the civilian world in the matter of a few days. The challenges are extremely steep, you don’t have anyone to rely on, and you don’t entirely know what to do. The only thing I really knew is that this was my opportunity to shine and I couldn’t quit and I couldn’t back down. Giving this my all in the early stages, I’d work seven days a week from roughly 7AM to 11PM at a Starbucks in order to maximize the amount of time I’d learn and grow I could achieve in a day.

It wasn’t until recently that I was able to see the fruits of my effort ....."

Jáchym Jerie and Natasha Koo are the founders of yourexceptionalrelationship.com. They've worked with women all over the world and created The Cherished Wife Program which takes away the guess-work and puts your marriage back on track for more intimacy, love and connection.

Tyler Ornstein loved the taste and smell of coffee from his first sip at 5 years old. But his father couldn’t tolerate it

because it upset his stomach. One day, Tyler asked him if he could make a coffee that both of them could drink.

So Tyler’s dad, Ian, a genius bio-chemist, tinkered quietly behind the scenes until he did what no university

research lab or mega-corporation could do— he created acid–

free coffee that anyone can drink without digestive disruption.

Judi was a highly successful CPA and corporate finance executive, who

unknown to her co-workers, lived in terror of the night and the possibility

of sexual assault. Happily married with children, her fears made life a

modern-day nightmare, but worse—she had no idea why? There was

nothing in her own personal background that would warrant this near

constant state of fear.

Through this, Judi was written a book and is sharing her story. 

Jacob shares about life living with High Functioning Autism. 

He shares his struggles and strengths and how is able to live life to the fullest. 

Stephan Neff is an anaesthetist, author and alcoholic in recovery. After studying medicine in Heidelberg, Germany he travelled and worked in Europe and Australia before settling down with his family in beautiful New Zealand. As a retired pain physician, he developed a specific insight into human psychology. As a man trying to drown his sorrows, he found out the hard way that the critters can swim. But over the last 7 years he made every day a little bit better than yesterday. Today Stephan is an expert in living a life so fantastic, that alcohol has simply no role to play. He shares this passion through his podcast, YouTube channel, and other social media (all titled "my steps to sobriety"). In his book "My steps to Sobriety" he shares the lessons he has learned as a doctor and as a man. And the truth is simple - The past does not equal the future. Every alcoholic can turn his life around, one little decision at a time. This book shows how to do it.

Caitlin launched her brand, Storyspeak Enterprises, as a copywriting service in 2014. After a radical shift inward, she walked away from high-profile clients to support business newbies who aren't motivated by money. Since launching her signature program, The Legacy Brand Leader Journey in 2019, Caitlin has partnered with dozens of brands who are using money to heal the world. Her esoterical approach to business incorporates meditative practices, Taoist beliefs and Darma philosophy so business owners can become self-aware leaders who operate calmly under pressure, take effortless action and commit to the Journey instead of results.

What is your why? 

I am an Iraq/Afghanistan veteran who battled with PTSD. I noticed an issue with the therapy system so I started Warriors Next Adventure to help veterans heal by using recreational therapy. We go on adventures such as mountain climbing, rock climbing, hiking and other outdoor activities to restore the camaraderie we lost after leaving the military. Through completing the mission and talking with fellow veterans, we help eachother heal."

Alexandra Jeffert is a breakup and female empowerment coach based in London, UK. She helps women feel empowered after breakup so that they can become the fierce and powerful woman that manifests all her dreams.

Kurt Ballash Was born in Euclid OH and joined the Army in 2013. After 10 years of active duty service and multiple combat deployments he transitioned into civilian life. Through woodworking he found his purpose after service and started Ballash Woodworks. Seeing the value it was providing him he co founded The artisans outreach with his late wife Jamie.

Swadhin is a trauma survivor of domestic violence that induced her early diagnosis of depression and severe anxiety.

She is now a mental health coach, speaker & author with credentials in therapy and life coaching. 

She shares her  story to heal her self and everyone else that needs to hear that there is light at the end of the tunnel.

Russell shares his story of experiencing some very bad book launches that left him suicidal. He has found ways to push through, recover and launch some very successful books which has gotten him back into the best place of his life. 

Roy is an award-winning hollywood voice over artist with over four hundred credits to his name.

But his real passion is providing more higher quality describe programming for blind people like me.

In case you aren’t familiar with AD, this is where actors off-screen will describe the action of a movie, tv show, or live program whenever there is a break in the dialogue.

These are usually broadcast on the secondary audio channel on your tv or through specially designed radio headsets in movie theaters or at live events.

They are critical to the blind and those with low vision being able to enjoy the same programs that you enjoy.

But Roy wants to go even farther. In his opinion I have the right to have the same immersive experience that sighted people have when watching a truly life changing master piece.

Tommy  shares his story on how he had been struggling for many years and feeling different, Tommy decided to make some necessary changes in his life. 

He sought out and worked with a mentor, coach and spiritual guide. He has learned the tools to identify those limiting and negative false beliefs that held him back. 

Tommy now works with people to unleash their true potential, let go of what they are hiding (false, limiting and negative beliefs)

Lisa is the founder of the Colin Garrett National Awareness Campaign to combat veteran suicide through his racing. Lisa Is passionate about suicide prevention and shares her story about her grandfather who lost his battle with suicide and how her grandmother almost lost hers battle as well. She has lost several friends to suicide and understands how devastating It is to many generations of families.

She is a huge mental health advocate and Is passionate about racing to combat veteran suicide.

Come join Brenda Adelman starting TOMORROW, 4 DEC for a once in a life time retreat that will be  a life changing  experience for all. 

She will teach you how to tell your story in ways that you never imagined. 

tickets are $147 but are eligible for a VIP upgrade which Includes laser coaching on material written during the Retreat plus training on How to Give Your Best Interview and How to Pitch. 

1st 5 people get a private 1:1 with Brenda ($250 value

Never been done before sneak peak into the author behind the upcoming book called The Value Equation!

Come listen to Joel Stewart, a new up and coming Author. 

J.D. McCabe Is a first time author who has opened up about his abusive marriage In the book titled "The Third Gift: My Dance with the Devil )and her mother).

J.D. recounts the story of how one man's wife of twenty plus years and the mother of his children, changed their lives irrevocably.

Danny was encouraged to share this personal and unbelievable voyage in rediscovering himself by the many people who witnessed and heard about his journey first hand. He is blessed with two beautiful adult children. J.D. resides in Wilmington, North Carolina, which he has called home since 2001.

I  do what I do because I love it. I have a passion for design, creativity and innovation. I specifically align myself with veteran non-profits and organizations because I want to equip them with tools necessary to stand out from the noise that consumes the non-profit industry. I want them to be as innovative and effective as possible because I believe in their mission.

I joined the Marines after leaving community college. I joined because I was lazy and felt like I was letting my family down. I was also incredibly motivated by 9/11 to "do my part". I was an Infantryman from 06-10, deployed twice during OIF and was fortunate enough to meet my wife here in San Diego.

After leaving the Marines In 2010 and after the birth fo my second daughter, I decided that I would be a stay at home dad. Within the year I decided to build full fledged digital marketing firm that became very successful. This In turn led me to currently becoming an executive with Knucklehead Media Group. I continue to run my first business SZERDS and now Knucklehead Media Group.and have not looked back since.

Lisa got injured while training In the Army ROTC (Reserved Officer Training Corps) which left her suffering from a debilitating injury at the age of 19.

Now a Navy Spouse, she has learned about resiliency and strength in the course of her recovery

Lisa founded A Healthful Life in order to educate people how to incorporate simple and healthy habits Into their daily lives.

BONUS gift at the end of the podcast interview!

I am a 52-year-old blind gentleman who grew up in a family of carnival owners. All I ever wanted to do was to continue in my father’s and grandfather’s footsteps and be part of the family business.As you can tell by reading this, that isn’t where I ended up. I did help in the business over the years, but couldn’t sustain it after the early death of my father (who had lung cancer). I then turned to helping people sell their amusement equipment. I do that on my other site, The Midway Marketplace.I started blogging to promote that site and met a lot of wonderful people in the blogosphere. They told me that I had an amazing story and many commented on how I inspired them. They finally convinced me that I had a bigger purpose in store for myself.So, I started this second blog, and in it I share more of my personal journey, struggles, and triumphs. I also got noticed by a lot of people and have appeared as a guest, an interview subject, and a motivator on many different sites. My Interviews and Articles page lists these places.I do my best to help others, and do so mostly by encouraging them to take steps towards their ultimate goal, or to continue on the path they have started.I am now offering coaching to help people who are stuck and frustrated with not being able to find their passion or follow their dreams once they have determined what they want in their lives.I am also available to speak to groups. I believe that by sharing the story of my personal growth and transformation, it will motivate and inspire anyone who hears it.In addition to starting a new business, I have also lost over 250 pounds through a combination of gastric surgery, diet, exercise, positive attitude, meditation, and prayer.I believe I can help you. If you have questions for me, just ask them via the contact form. If anything, I am known for being too forthcoming!I want to get to know you and become friends. I want to hear about your dreams and aspirations as well as your fears and concerns. I want to help you to grow to be that person you were meant to be.

My name’s Adriana Gavazzoni and I’m a lawyer and professor of law. When I’m not practicing I enjoy spending my time writing novels and legal books and am a voracious reader. I’m a very active person and love to dance, exercise and travel. My favorite countries are France, Italy and USA. I speak four languages: English, French, Portuguese and Spanish, and am currently studying Chinese. I hope to master it someday but it’s been a challenge! I absolutely adore animals and have two dogs of my own. Don’t tell them, but my love for dogs extends to all the rest!

Molly is a 9 year old new to the podcast world. With her brother, she has a podcast called Small But Mighty.  Her tag line is, "We may be small, but we can do mighty things." Molly lives with this mantra every single day. She is a Positivity Leader at her school. She always has a smile on her face and is on a mission to spread kindness.

During the quarantine, Molly decided the world needed a little bit of help finding joy and spreading love and kindness. She decided to create a 21 Day Kindness Challenge where she posted daily videos on how we can spread kindness and joy in a socially distanced style. She is full of ideas on how kids can make an impact in the world. She aspires to create a coloring book, kid's journal, write a book and create a charity!

When Molly is not trying to save the world, she is in the 4th grade, plays softball and basketball. She has 3 brothers, loves riding bikes and anything to do with art.

After 30 years of alcohol abuse, retired Army Major Jason Main finally hit bottom. It was June 2015 when his young daughter knocked on the door asking for a bedtime story. Main looked in the mirror for the first time in a year. "I ended up reading my daughter that story and the next day I made a phone call". Jay has always known that he was an alcoholic. He was not In denial, he was in refusal. He knew he had a problem

After sitting In the 12-step program meeting and sharing the story of his fledgling sobriety, he decided to start a non-profit what Is now called the LifeHouse Recovery Of Maryland. He owns a sober transition house supporting disabled veterans.

Main wants to be part of the solution. he has made it his mission to help others struggling with addiction. He has spoken to thousands of patients, Soldiers and instructors at schools, rehab centers and intervention training programs.

Chris McPhee, PMP is a 21-year United States Army Veteran and former Green Beret turned Project Management Professional (PMP) and your neighborhood Camera Guy. After retiring from the Army in 2015 with a kit bag full of skills that he developed during his military service, Chris decided to go all-in on photography, video production, and podcasting. He is ready to TEAM up with you and help you with your next event photo or video project. Chris is available to help you PROMOTE your brand, INFORM, and INSPIRE your audience.

Hayley is a clinical psychologist and coach. After losing faith in the traditional model of therapy, Hayley moved into coaching and now helps entrepreneurs with their mental health. Her therapies and coaching incorporates expertise in the human mind and psyche, body-based interventions, and eastern philosophical traditions such as mindfulness and meditation (plus a little sprinkle of woo-woo) to unlock people’s potential.

MG (R) Dana Pittard was my former Division Commander while stationed at Fort Bliss, TX. 

William Graper is a fashion stylist who has seen what it is like behind the scenes on how it is to compare our personal truths with other people's social masks. 

Listen to this episode to hear how he has turned his life into wanting to help people style their life from the inside out. 

Kierstyn is the creator of Dancing with Darkness and The Brave Space. She is also a mental health warrior who battled mental illness for the past 15 years. 

In this episode she shares her real and personal stuggles with mental illness, suicide attempts and surviving major traumas. 

Her episode will leave you feeling that you are not alone and there is hope. 

In this episode Lee shares how an unexpected turn of events in his life completely changed his mindset. 

Lee has decided to dedicate his life in In wanting to help others as a Well Being Consultant, Workshop facilitator and Sleep Specialist. 

Listen to his episode on how he has transformed his life. 

In this Episode, Cori shares her reasons for why she founded the Orca Swimming School. 

She is helping people all over the world overcome their fear in deep water. 

In this episode, Coach Lori speaks on how she has have taken the philosophy of John Maxwell; inspiring others to unlock and live up to their full potential; remove perceived and actual barriers, allowing her clients to walk into their desired destiny and help them make their dreams their new reality.

Tara shares her story of how a last minute trip changed the course of the rest of her life. She also shares about her burnout while running a business and having children. 

In this Episode Sean shares his story about discrimination and how he did not let it define him. He let his faith guide guide him into the direction that was made for him. Listen to his story about being Faithfully Led. 

In this episode Tyler shares his story bout transition. Transitioning not only from the military but into a different lifestyle is one that takes a whole different mindset. 

I love his appreciation for travel and for life. Take a listen to what he has to say. 

In this Episode Mark shares his story for his love for helping others. 

His servant heart led him to become the founder of his company called Verily. 

He has found passion in serving and helping others in any capacity. 

In this Episode we talk about one of the most difficult truths especially being raised a Catholic. 

Sam is using his voice for his brother who was a victim of sexual abuse in the Catholic Church. 

One can't imagine what happened next. 

Please take a listen to this episode and provide whatever support you can to help end this. 

Jes and Reid have an incredible story of survival.

Jes is a sex trafficking and rape survivor who has completely changed her world around and is now a mother, author, coach and all around amazing human.

As a patron you can catch her live interview in which you can see her smile and her radiance in her new found life.

Dr. Benjamin Hardy is the author of Personality Isn't Permanent in which is talk about finding your true self without those limiting beliefs that often take over. 

Get our a notebook and pen and be prepared to take notes. This episode will have you leaving with a whole new mindset. 

Shiela is an Army Retired Veteran of 22 years. In this Episode she shares her story of a traumatic experience that changed her life.

She has now turned all of that trauma and helps others find light at the end of the tunnel.

In this Episode Gwyn speaks out about her experience with suicide and suicide prevention. 

As someone who has experienced many losses, she has come forth to be a voice and continue her work through life coaching and being a part of suicideprevention.org in which she is participating in a 100mile run in order to raise funds and awareness during the entire month of September. 

In this episode Cynthia and Shawn talk about life with kids at age 39, surviving a house fire and miscarriages. 

They have learned about hope , strength, commitment and love and through it all they started a family business that has changed them for the better. 

In this Episode Adam shares his story on how his. mission is to uplift the poor and the vulnerable. He lives to bring our fellow brothers and sisters in arms on the journey to serve others. His faith drives him to do for the lord and not ourselves. 

What an inspirational story. 

In this Episode Eston shares about the struggles in his life with confidence which lead to suicidal thoughts. 

He is now on a mission to turn his mess into his message and start his own business and help empower people to do the same. 

In this Episode we talk about reaching new levels of success in your marriage and your business.

Alex and his wife are leading business coaches who used to work seprately until they decided they to shift together and create Abundance Daily, one of the best decisions that they could ever make personally and professionally. 

In this Episode Russell shares a deep part of himself in order to admit that he is trying to heal. In order to heal he is trying to be open and honest about his struggles.