Podcasts by Facing Life

Valerie's Dream Comes True - BSB Front Row! from 2019-10-09T22:20:33

Valerie and her 3 best friends have been in love with the Backst...

#161: Amber Vilhauer and Mike Michalowicz Leverage AuthorUpLive Event to Donate to FrontRowFoundation from 2019-05-01T13:15:55

Today we bring in a proud member of our FrontRow community, Amber Vilhauer, who is stepping up to support FrontRowFoundation in a really unique way.

Amber is hosting a two-day live event ...

#160: How a 9-Year Old Author Uses Her Super Powers to Make the World a Better Place from 2019-03-31T22:00

“Every super kid has special powers and it doesn’t require knocking down towers.” These are the wise words from my next guest, 10-year-old Abigail Perez.

Abigail is the author of the Amaz...

#159: Avoid Addiction: Heal Your Pain and Find Your Personal Power from 2019-03-20T12:56:49

What do you think about cold showers? Would you be willing to take one each day if it helped ease your anxiety or give you more energy?

Today I am talking with my friend, Jesse Harless, a...

#158: Who’s Really In Charge? Exploring the Challenge of Knowing When to Surrender, and When to Fight from 2019-02-25T13:43:42

Have you ever been in a situation that felt beyond your control? Sometimes it’s difficult to balance when to take charge and when to let go, especially when it comes to a loved one or child.
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#157: Use Me&Amaze Me: Stories of Living a Front Row Life from 2019-02-10T23:00

What are the ways that you strive to live life in the front row? Is service to others one of them?

Today I am talkin...

#156: Do A Day: Are you Playing to Win, or Not to Lose? from 2019-01-27T23:00

Have you ever experienced extreme anxiety or tried to “fix” a loved one who is going through it? According to my next guest, the words we say can actually make th...

#155: Find Your Happy: Discover Your Master Vision Statement from 2019-01-13T23:00

Is it possible to live life in the front row when you have 65% lung capacity on a good dayListen

#154: Helping People In Crisis - A Practical Guide for Loving Others During Difficult Times from 2018-12-30T23:00

Have you ever known someone who is going through a difficult trial – and you wanted to help, but didn’t know how? According to my next guest, the last thing you s...

#153: Running Towards Discomfort: Using Pain as Fuel for Growth and Purpose from 2018-12-16T23:00

Would you consider sitting in complete darkness for 30 days? Or spending time with people who have less than six months to live?

Today I’m talking with my new friend, Traver Boehm. ...

#152: Bent Not Broken: How Being a Kung-Fu Expert Saved One Man’s Life from 2018-12-02T23:00

What’s your story? Do you feel like you have one that you want to share with the world?

My new friend David Wenzel has a story to tell, and although it starts with Kung Fu, his stor...

#151: Brandy Salazar on Building Community and Creating Front Row Moments from 2018-11-18T23:00

Have you ever thought about creating a front row moment for someone? Would people show up to help if you asked them to?

On this episode, I am talking with my friend, Brandy Salazar. Brand...

150: Fighting For The Future: How to Live, Learn and Grow Through Heart Centered Service from 2018-11-04T23:00

Dying is something that you can’t stop. But according to today’s guest, living is a choice. Would you agree?

On this episode of the Front Row Factor, I’m talking with my new friend, Brann...

#149: The Crucibles Gift: How Our Darkest Moments Can Become Our Greatest Gifts from 2018-10-21T22:00

When you face adversity in your life, how do you handle it?

According to my next guest, Dr. James Kelley, your minds...

#148: Your Best Life Ever: How to Choose The Right Environment, Relationships and Questions for Success and Fulfillment from 2018-10-07T22:00

Could one weekend, one event, or one breakthrough change the course of your life? It’s possible. In fact, if you attend the Best Year Ever Blueprint LIVE (BYEB) D...

#147: Funding Your Dream Life: Recreate the Story that Fear is Telling You and Begin Living on Purpose from 2018-09-23T22:00

Do you live out your career in the front row - or find yourself stuck in a job that no longer serves you?

Today I am talking with my long-time friend and F...

#146: Creating Conversations that Earn Respect, Grab Attention and Build Relationships from 2018-09-09T22:00

What does the phrase “dig a well before you're thirsty” mean to you?

Many people have used this phrase, but according to my next guest, Jordan Harbinger, most people don’t expect to ever ...

#145: Lessons in Feminine Power from the Meanest Women Alive from 2018-08-26T22:00

Do you ever feel like there’s something holding you back from achieving the level of success that you’d like? What if you already have everything that you need to reach the next level – but simp...

#144: Look To The Sky Lessons learned from Superheroes About Hope, Taking Action&Meaningful Moments from 2018-08-12T22:00

When was the last time someone asked you how your heart is today? Have you ever been asked that question?

This was one of several intriguing topics I discussed with today’s guest, B...

#143: Best Day of my Life with Tony Carlston from 2018-07-29T22:00

Are you having the best day of your life? If not, what could you do to make it one?

On today’s show, I’m talking to my good friend, Tony Carlston. Tony is the owner of the Best Day of My ...

#142: The Adventure Mindset - Step Beyond The Trail, Pioneer Your Own Path&How Rob Beat Stage 4 Lung Cancer from 2018-07-15T22:00

How aware are you of your own mindset? Do you believe that it can impact other aspects of your life? My next guest, Rob Harsh, is all about the adventure mindset – and this way of thinking has h...

#141: Breaking World Records: Finding the Courage to Move Towards Your Biggest Dreams, and Inspiring Millions Along the Way from 2018-07-01T22:00

What could you achieve if you really focused your energy on it? If what you want most feels a little out of reach, or you aren’t even sure where to begin, then my...

#140: One Event That Changes Everything: Join the Front Row Family Summit from 2018-06-17T22:00

Would you like to gain new insights into your life? How would you like to discover ways to contribute to the lives of others? At this year’s Front Row Family Summit (July 23rd -25th in Ohio), yo...

#139: Conscious Magic: Living In Wonder Through a Deepened Sense of Purpose, Passion and Intentionality from 2018-06-10T22:00

Imagine a place where you could step into your deepest, most spiritual and creative self. A place where you discover parts of your being that, until now, were unknown. Sounds kind of mystical, r...

#138: Amplify Yourself: Lessons for Stepping Up, Standing Out and Making An Impact from 2018-06-03T22:00

What does living in the Front Row of life look like to you? If you aren’t there yet, what can you do to get there? For my next guest, putting on a bright yellow tux is a not-so-subtle daily remi...

#137: Resiliency: The Power of Acceptance, Mindfulness and Growth from 2018-05-27T22:00

If you could craft your ideal dream life, what would it look like – and why?  Have you ever thought about this? Almost inevitably as we work towards creating our ...

136: Dream, Think, Do - Creating the Life You Want to Live with Mitch Matthews from 2018-05-20T22:00

Do you have big dreams, yet feel too “stuck” in your current situation to go for them? What if you could do something small each day to reach them? My next guest believes you can.

Today I...

#135: How To Overcome Addiction: Paying Attention To Miracles, The Power of Affirmations,&Timely Tribes from 2018-05-13T22:00

Have you ever struggled with some form of addiction or been close to someone who has?

At 22 years old, Jesse Harless was looking at spending years of his life in federal prison due to his...

#134: Courage to Grow How to Create a Human Growth Machine, The Magic in Ordeals,&Why Hope Can Be Gritty from 2018-05-06T22:00

How do you feel about your children’s education? Do you truly believe that they are learning the information and tools that they’ll need as adults?

Today’s guest, and my new friend, is La...

#134: Turning Moments Into Memories: How to Never Lose a Connection or Customer from 2018-04-29T23:00

You work hard to attract new clients to your business, but what are you doing to keep them? Do you have a solid strategy for customer retention?

According to my next guest, Joey Col...

#132: Phil Hellmuth - Positivity, Opening Doors, Hanging with Tony Robbins and the Right Place at the Right Time from 2018-04-22T22:00

What if you could be in the right place at the right time - all the time. Maybe you are, and you don’t even realize it!  

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#131: The Anxiety Cure, Connecting to A-Players&Solving Big Problems from 2018-04-15T22:00

Charlie Hoehn is an amazing guy who has worked with such names as Tim Ferriss and Ramit Sethi. He is a keynote speaker, four time TED X speaker, and has even been featured on NPR’s TED Radio Hou...

#130: The Millionaire Maker: Excellence Not Ego, Gamifying Accountability&Ecosystems that Support, Challenge&Encourage from 2018-04-08T22:00

Are you living an “epic” life full of joy and abundance? Would you like to? According to my buddy, Rock Thomas, there’s no reason why we can’t live this way. Listen

BONUS: Natalie Janji Community Questions from 2018-04-04T11:00

Welcome to the Community Questions episode. This is a part 2 follow up to our Sunday main interview with Natalie Janji, where we ask questions from dedicated listeners and members of our Front R...

#129: The Miracle Morning for College Students from 2018-04-01T22:00

College can be a challenging time. You are officially on your own and free to make choices that could impact the rest of your life. So, what happens when you aren...

#128: Inspiring Inner City Youth, Turning Prison into Purpose&Teaching Peace from 2018-03-25T22:00

Have you ever wondered if you could really make a difference in the lives of others? Are you unsure that you have what it takes? If so, then it's time to be inspired by the story of Will Little....

BONUS: Dr. Peter Titlebaum Community Questions from 2018-03-21T22:00

Welcome to the Community Questions episode. This is a part 2 follow up to our Sunday main interview with Dr. Peter Titlebaum, where we ask questions from dedicated listeners and members of our F...

#127: How Students Raised 60k for Front Row Foundation from 2018-03-18T10:00

Today, I’m talking with my friend, Dr. Peter Titlebaum, or as we like to call him, “Doc T”. Doc T is a professor at the University of Dayton in Ohio. Together with his students, he has raised th...

BONUS: Jonathan Levi Community Questions from 2018-03-14T11:00

Welcome to the Community Questions episode. This is a part 2 follow up to our Sunday main interview with Jonathan Levi, where we ask questions from dedicated listeners and members of our Front R...

#126: Becoming a Superlearner with Jonathan Levi from 2018-03-11T22:00

BONUS: Matt Cubbler Community Questions from 2018-03-07T12:00

Welcome to the Community Questions episode. This is a part 2 follow up to our Sunday main interview with Matt Cubbler, where we ask questions from dedicated listeners and members of our Front Ro...

#125: Heart Centered Service&Brotherhood For Life from 2018-03-04T23:00

Have you ever felt like life didn’t deal you a fair hand? Perhaps it has been full of difficult challenges, or you lost someone you loved way too soon. How do you take these experiences and turn...

BONUS: Karin Roest Community Questions from 2018-02-28T12:00

Welcome to the Community Questions episode. This is a part 2 follow up to our Monday main interview with Karin Roest, where we ask questions from dedicated listeners and members of our Front Row...

#124: Purposefully Famous, 1-Year of Silence,&Positively Impacting the World from 2018-02-26T12:00

Today, I’m talking with Karin Roest, who has led and incredibly fascinating life. Courageously confronting the unknown, from sneaking in and out of war zones to rebuild African communities, to u...

BONUS: Jay Papasan Community Questions from 2018-02-20T12:00

Welcome to the Community Questions episode. This is a part 2 follow up to our Monday main interview with Jay Papasan, where we ask questions from dedicated listeners and members of our Front Row...

#123: The 1 Thing, Gravitating Towards Givers&Thinking Big from 2018-02-19T12:00

Do you feel overwhelmed by all the “stuff” that you need to do? Did you know that with a few simple strategies, you can achieve more than you ever thought possible?

Today, I’m talki...

BONUS: Carolyn Colleen Bostrack Community Questions from 2018-02-13T12:00

Welcome to the Community Questions episode. This is a part 2 follow up to our Monday main interview with Carolyn Colleen Bostrack, where we ask questions from dedicated listeners and members of ...

#122: Moving from Fear to Focus, Creating Your Future Regardless Of Your Past and Managing Life 5 Minutes At A Time from 2018-02-12T12:00

Have you ever felt so overwhelmed by your circumstances that it’s difficult to keep going? If so, then you are sure to find hope and inspiration from today’s guest.

In this episode, I’m t...

BONUS: Chris Taylor Community Questions from 2018-02-06T18:39:51

Welcome to the Community Questions episode. This is a part 2 follow up to our Monday main interview with Chris Taylor, where we ask questions from dedicated listeners and members of our Front Ro...

#121: Conversations that Matter, Small Steps Towards Monster Goals&How Nice Guys Tackle Big Challenges from 2018-02-05T12:00

Do you ever feel overwhelmed by your own goals? Do you get discouraged if you don’t meet them on time?

Today, I’m talking with my long-time buddy, Chris Taylor. Chris runs the extremely s...

#120: Turning Millions Into Memories and Flipping Prison into Purpose&Profits from 2018-01-29T12:00

Is your family life everything you hoped and dreamed it would be? Or do you find it difficult to balance your work and home? What could you do to change it?

Today, I’m talking with my dea...

#119: Musical Affirmations, Slowing Down&Daily Reminders for Good Living from 2018-01-22T12:00

Today, I’m talking my friend and fantastic musician, Brotha James. Brotha James left a lucrative corporate job to pursue his love of music a few years back. Using his keen business sense and tra...

#118: Vulnerability for Connection, Leaning Into Your Strengths and the Benefits of Being vs. Doing from 2018-01-15T12:00

Do you see yourself as awesome? Or do you tend to doubt your own abilities? Whether you realize it or not, you are strong. And recognizing your unique strengths can take you to a whole new level...

#117: Love at First Bike, Winning the Life Lottery,&Finding What’s Beyond Yourself from 2018-01-08T12:00

Do you live each moment to its fullest? If you chose to approach your life this way, what would you change right now?

Today, Steve Cannon, shares his incredible journey that you won’t wan...

#116: The Magic in Misery, Ultra-Running, Wondering Free, Managed Chaos&Road Schooling from 2018-01-01T12:00

Today, I’m talking with my hero and inspiration for starting the Front Row Factor, Dean Karnazes. Recognized by Men’s Fitness as one of the fittest men on the planet, Dean has accomplished more ...

#115: How to Elevate Yourself Mentally, Physically, Emotionally&Spiritually from 2017-12-25T12:00

In this conversation, I’m talking with my long-time friend, Cathy Christen. Cathy has been a sales and entrepreneurship coach for the past 15 years. She’s also the co-founder of an energy and li...

#114: Drowning to Dreaming&Pushing Your Average to Excellent from 2017-12-18T12:00

Fear can either hold us back or it can propel us forward. And while it’s a choice to overcome the things that terrify us the most, that’s always easier said than done!

What if you had a b...

#113: Boss Moms, Inside Jokes, Building Community&Course Creation with Dana Malstaff from 2017-12-11T12:00

Are you trying to build your business in a meaningful and financially rewarding way? Do you know how to start conversations, network, and take the right steps to get your name and/or brand out i...

#112: Sacred Contracts, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness&Optimal Living with Jen Groover from 2017-12-04T12:00

Tagged by Success Magazine as a "One-Woman Brand" and “Creativity and Innovation Guru”, a leading "Serial Entrepreneur" by Entrepreneur Magazine and having drawn comparisons to Walt Disney and B...

#111: [Recipient] The Spongebob Musical with Deborah Eddy from 2017-11-27T12:00

What would you do if you were told that your child has a life-threatening illness? How would you stay strong and hold your family together through it all?

In this episode, Deborah Eddy, m...

#110: Freelance to Freedom with with Professional Photographer Vincent Pugliese from 2017-11-20T12:00

Picture your life the way you really want it to be. What would it look like? If you took a snapshot of your life right now, would it come anywhere close to this picture? What if you had the free...

#109: Overcoming Any Fear with Hal Elrod from 2017-11-13T12:00

We all struggle with fear at some point or another. But when that feeling of fear goes unchecked, it can take on a life of it’s own and can dictate how we live our lives. What if there was a way...

#108: A PHD in You with with Life Designer® Julie Reisler from 2017-11-06T12:00

Have you ever really looked at yourself in the mirror? Do you like what you see? Are your thoughts filled with self-criticism or self-love?

On average, we have around 70,000 thoughts ever...

#107: Loss, Love, and the Ingredients of Greatness - Part 2 from 2017-10-30T11:00

Have you ever wondered what defines greatness?  

As a thought starter, can you recall a performance that was less than great? Perhaps it was a musician, actor, athlete, public speaker, or...

#106: Go For No, Increase Sales&Fail Forward from 2017-10-23T11:00

If you had a goal – and you knew you couldn’t fail, you’d go for it, right? But what if you knew you would fail – would you still go for it?

In this episode, author and motivational speak...

#105: 9x Ironman Finisher Lance Carter on Living BIG from 2017-10-16T11:00

Do you ever feel like you are going through the motions of life? Are your days filled with things you have to do rather than those that you get to do? What if you could reshape your life right n...

#104: Everesting X2 with Adventurer Brad Weimert from 2017-10-09T11:00

Think of the last time you accomplished a major goal in your life. In what way did that experience shape who you are now?

Setting a big goal with a strong ‘why’ has the power to push us f...

#103: Conquering Self Doubt with Positive Psychology Expert Louisa Jewell from 2017-10-02T11:00

For many of us, lack of confidence leaves us stressed out, anxious, and unable—not to mention unwilling—to go after our dreams. What if you could stop questioning yourself, leave regrets and anx...

[FR DADS] Coaching Kids with Jon Berghoff from 2017-09-29T11:00

This episode is for Front Row Dads! As a part of a mini-series, we've been releasing an episode every Friday that will help you deepen your sense of purpose as a father. Today, I bring you Jon B...

#102: The Road Back To You with Author Ian Cron from 2017-09-25T11:00

''You owe it to the people you love to know yourself well.'' - Ian Cron

Do you ever wish you had a deeper understanding for who you are? What about a...

[FR DADS] Epic Travel and School on the Road with Aaron Amuchastegui from 2017-09-22T11:00

This episode is for Front Row Dads! Over the next several months, we're going to be releasing an episode every Friday that will help you deepen your sense of purpose as a father. Today, I bring ...

#101: Celebration with Front Row Founder Jon Vroman from 2017-09-18T11:00

''When we have purpose, we find power.'' - Jon Vroman

What started as an organization to help people brave life-threatening illnesses, has grown into...

[FR DADS] Problem Solving Journals for Kids with Tuan Nguyen from 2017-09-15T11:00

Tuan Nguyen is a philanthropist and entrepreneur who began his life with a simple goal of always making a positive difference in people's lives. Surviving death during his escape after the fall ...

#100: Loss, Love, and the Ingredients of Greatness with Chef Charles Carroll from 2017-09-11T11:00

''Hire great people and make sure they have everything they need to be successful.'' - Charles Carroll

What’s one of your all-time favorite dishes? I...

[FR DADS] Confidence&Co-Parenting with Dr. Mark Trahan from 2017-09-08T11:00

This episode is for Front Row Dads! Over the next several months, we're going to be releasing an episode every Friday that will help you deepen your sense of purpose as a father. Today, I bring ...

#99: Kiss the Ground with Award Winning Director and Bestselling Author Josh Tickell from 2017-09-04T11:00

''I am 100% convinced that we can stop and reverse climate change.'' - Josh Tickell

Do you ever wonder how the choices we make impact the future of o...

[FR DADS] The Grown-Up's Guide to Teenage Humans: Decode Their Behavior, Develop Unshakable Trust, and Raise a Respectable Adult with Teen Whisperer Josh Shipp from 2017-09-01T10:16:20

This episode is for Front Row Dads! Over the next several months, we're going to be releasing an episode every Friday that will help you deepen your sense of purpose as a father. Today, I bring ...

#98: Powerful Partnerships, The Paradox of Time and Answering the Call with Top Real Estate Agent Karen Briscoe from 2017-08-21T10:00

''Be the pebble that causes the ripple'' - Karen Briscoe 

If you look at the most revered people on the planet, it may...

#97: Making One Step to the Summit with Mountaineer Lisa Thompson from 2017-08-14T10:00

''I realized I am much stronger mentally and physically then I gave myself credit for.'' - Lisa Thompson

Finding the absolute edge of our limits is n...

#96: Rush To Curiosity&Magic Plans with Front Row Ambassador Adam Stock from 2017-08-07T10:00

''our calendar is an expression of your priorities.'' - Adam Stock

Are you spending time in ways that reflect your values and priorities? Are you in ...

#95: Getting Your Book Done with Writing Coach Azul Terronez from 2017-07-31T10:00

''You are only a good teacher if you learn.'' - Azul Terronez

Have you ever thought about writing a book, but didn't know where to start? Listen