Big Impact Radio
221 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 17 ratingsA weekly conversation featuring inspiring, innovative, encouraging, creative people. Some of our guests are famous and others are not. All of them will share insight and experiences to challenge and encourage the listener. If you enjoy hearing from interesting people, the Big Impact is THE podcast for you!
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Big Impact Ep. 62 - VA Scandal Whistleblower/Hero - Charles Eggleston
April 18, 2018 11:00 - 39 minutes - 55 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 62 features the story of an American hero, Charles Eggleston. From his decision to join the Army to being the lead voice in revealing the scandalous treatment Veterans were receiving at VA Hospitals, Eggleston has been leading the charge for Veteran care since he spent several months as a patient at Walter Reed. This inspirational man is working every day to help change lives, and our conversation is certain to stir your patriotic blood as you hear how one man deci...
Big Impact Ep. 61 - Taking The Stress Out Of Travel w/ James Larounis
April 11, 2018 11:00 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 61 features a discussion with James Larouinis from THEFORWARDCABIN.COM - a leading information and insight hub for all things travel. Stop allowing your vacations and business trips to be stress-filled because you didn't understand how the travel world truly works. This conversation will shed light on the things you need to know for air, hotel, cruises, and all things travel! Will you help keep the Big Impact going strong by joining our family of supporters? You can...
Big Impact Podcast 60 - Dr Mona Hanna-Attisha Discusses Flint Water Crisis
April 04, 2018 11:00 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 60 features a discussion with Dr. Mona Hanna-Attisha, the leading voice in exposing and helping address the lead-poisoning water crisis in Flint, MI. In this discussion, Dr. Mona takes us back to the very moment she first learned of the problem and walks through some of the efforts she's leading to help mitigate the damage to the children of Flint, MI-------------------- Will you help keep the Big Impact going strong by joining our family of supporters? You can make...
Big Impact Podcast 59 - The Awesomeness of Easter
March 27, 2018 15:00 - 51 minutes - 71.4 MBDownload Episode! BIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 59 contains one of the most powerful, meaningful, important stories ever told - the story of Easter. It's easy to think of the events surrounding the life, death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus in terms of an ancient story - but it still carries an incredible impact today. To help make the story of Easter come to life, we sat down with Associate Senior Pastor Ken MacGillivray from Hopevale Church in Saginaw, MI. Pastor Ken's decades of studying...
Big Impact Podcast 58 - Jack Morris - Detroit Tigers Hall of Famer
March 21, 2018 11:00 - 38 minutes - 53.2 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 58 features Detroit Tiger & Minnesota Twins Hall of Fame Pitcher, Jack Morris. We'll look back on a career filled with memorable moments and personalities, reflect on the key ingredients of a Hall of Fame career, and pay tribute to the blue collar fan base that loved Jack for decades. This one is for baseball lovers everywhere! -------------------- Will you help keep the Big Impact going strong by joining our family of supporters? You can make a 1-time gift via GoF...
Big Impact Podcast 57 - Jeff Cesario & Chet Waterhouse
March 14, 2018 11:00 - 45 minutes - 61.9 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 57 is a comedy special as we visit with the fantastic Jeff Cesario and his esteemed Sportscaster friend, Chet Waterhouse. We'll look back at his national TV debut on a 1984 Late Show With David Letterman, examine the key moments along the route of a lengthy and successful comedy career, and then make way for the unique insights of Chet Waterhouse. Get ready to learn and laugh on this special comedy edition of the Big Impact! Jeff Cesario Chet Waterhouse "Play With ...
Big Impact Podcast 56 - The Dangers of Mission Drift
March 07, 2018 12:00 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 56 introduces you to the concept of "Mission Drift" as we talk with the President and CEO of Hope International, Peter K Greer. His research and book have helped countless organizations in the ever-present struggle to remain true to the original purpose and intent upon which they were founded. This episode is for anyone who serves, leads, or supports a worthy cause because YOU have the chance to help bring that organization back to its foundation if Drift has taken...
Big Impact Podcast 55 - Inside Bravehearts Sexual Integrity Ministry
February 28, 2018 12:00 - 37 minutes - 51 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 55 introduces you to Bravehearts, a ministry dedicated to helping men and women break free from the grip of sexual addiction...and to recover from the devastating impact it has on families across the nation. Founder Michael Leahy shares his personal journey and examines a culture where sexual content is literally everywhere. Please SHARE the link to this important conversation with others who would benefit from insight and wisdom on a topic normally ignored. -----...
Big Impact Podcast 54 - Searching for Jackie Wallace
February 21, 2018 12:00 - 49 minutes - 67.7 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 54 brings you the remarkable story of the search for Jackie Wallace. It's not every day one comes across a homeless man who played in two Super Bowls, but that's precisely the encounter photographer Ted Jackson had when on assignment in New Orleans. His written account of that moment - and the decades of personal care for Wallace has gone viral. Today, Ted Jackson shares his story with us on the Big Impact. Enjoy and please SHARE the link with others who would be...
Big Impact Podcast 53 - The Burketts, Missionaries in the Ukraine
February 14, 2018 12:00 - 31 minutes - 43.2 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 53 introduces you to the Burkett family, serving as missionaries in the Ukraine. Why? How did they decide to go to that part of the world? What are the biggest challenges? What do they miss from here in America? Lots of interesting questions and answers as you hear from Herb Burkett about the journey of a family that said "yes" when they felt led to serve the Lord. Enjoy and please SHARE the link with others who would benefit from this inspiring story. If you'd lik...
Big Impact Podcast 52 - Rachael Denhollander's Stunning Address To Larry Nassar
February 07, 2018 12:30 - 26 minutes - 36.2 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 52 takes place in an East Lansing, MI courtroom where a brave young lady named Rachel Denhollander confronted her abuser - Dr Larry Nassar - with the final "victim statement" that showed incredible composure, character, wisdom, grace, and demonstrated the solid foundations of her faith. There is a powerful lesson in her words for all of us as Rachel stared directly in the eyes of the man who caused her (and hundreds of others) incredible pain...and offered him hop...
Big Impact Podcast 51 - American Hero, Sgt DeWitt Osborne, Purple Heart Recipient
January 31, 2018 12:00 - 29 minutes - 40.9 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 51 introduces you to Sgt DeWitt Osborne, American hero. He nearly lost his life to a roadside bomb, went from the DC projects to meeting two Presidents and received the Purple Heart along the way. Enjoy our visit with an amazing man and SHARE the link with other patriots on your life! Enjoy and please SHARE the link with others who would benefit from this inspiring story. -------------------- Will you help keep the Big Impact going strong by joining our family of s...
Big Impact Podcast 50 - The Impact of Miss Feldkamp
January 24, 2018 12:00 - 56 minutes - 77.1 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 50 introduces you to the inspiring story of a lady many listeners have never met. Her name is Beverly Feldkamp and for nearly 40 years she taught at Valley Lutheran High School in Saginaw, MI. Why are we focusing on her story this week? Because she went from never missing a day of school, to a diagnosis that gave her a few weeks to live. The diagnosis was accurate, but her final days on this earth were spent in ways few of us can imagine. You'll hear from school ...
Big Impact Podcast 48 - The Daniel Shaver Tragedy
January 22, 2018 01:22 - 29 minutes - 40 MBDownload Episode! BIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 48 is the conclusion to our conversation with Gary Smith, Producer of the Reasonable Doubt Podcast, hosted by Adam Carolla and Mark Geragos. This week's topic is one that has swept across the nation as outrage spreads over the murder of Daniel Shaver at the hands of the Mesa, Arizona PD. The widow of Shaver is represented by Mark Geragos, and the case has been a central focus of the Reasonable Doubt Podcast for several weeks, with Gary producing t...
Big Impact Podcast 49 - Fear of Public Speaking - Solution
January 17, 2018 12:00 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBDownload Episode! BIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 49 features a conversation with Kraig Kann from Kann Advisory Group - a firm dedicated to helping improve the presentation skills and confidence of individuals and corporations. If you've ever struggled with a fear of public speaking (and research shows that many of you do), this conversation will provide insight and solutions for moving past that paralyzing moment when you step in front of an audience. Enjoy and please SHARE the link with anyone w...
Big Impact Podcast 46 – Inside the Museum of the Bible
January 10, 2018 16:22 - 23 minutes - 32.6 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 46 takes you behind-the-scenes of the brand new MUSEUM OF THE BIBLE (MOTB) in Washington, DC as we visit with the Executive Director, Dr. Tony Zeiss. You'll learn where the MOTB concept originated, hear an overview of the key attractions and exhibits, understand the non-sectarian approach that invites visitors from all faiths to enter, and discover the role you can help play in its funding (it's 100% privately funded). Admission is FREE, so put the MOTB on your buck...
Big Impact Podcast 47 - Inside The World of Carolla Digital w/ Gary Smith
January 10, 2018 16:20 - 40 minutes - 55.5 MBDownload Episode! BIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 47 features a conversation with Gary Smith, Producer of the Adam Carolla Podcast - the most downloaded podcast in the world. Gary takes us inside the world of Carolla Digital and shares his own passion for sharing stories, getting it right, working with Adam, and the vision/dedication required to do something as bold as launching a profitable podcast network. We even explored the wonders of golf and laid out a strategy for enticing Carolla to give...
Big Impact Podcast - Special Holiday Message
December 27, 2017 12:00 - 3 minutes - 4.95 MBEnjoy this special holiday message, looking back at some of the highlights from our debut season. Our hope is that this program has encouraged, inspired, informed, and challenged you throughout 2017...and we hope you'll help us grow the audience as we head into season 2. Happy New Year...we return with fresh episodes on January 3, 2018!
Big Impact Podcast 45 – Former Lion QB Eric Hipple on Depression/Suicide
December 13, 2017 16:00 - 25 minutes - 35.4 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 45 features our conversation with former Detroit Lions Quarterback, Eric Hipple. Eric's story takes us from the Monday Night Football spotlight to the tragic events of a suicide attempt, then losing his son to suicide, and his efforts today to help others heal from depression and mental illness. If you know of anyone who has ever dealt with these life and death issues, please share this important episode with them! -------------------- Will you help keep the Big Im...
Big Impact Podcast 44 - The Billy Graham Legacy & Library
December 06, 2017 22:00 - 18 minutes - 25.8 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 44 was recorded on location at the BILLY GRAHAM LIBRARY in Charlotte, NC - home of a moving, powerful, beautiful, and tasteful tribute to Rev. Graham and the life-changing message of the Gospel he preached to millions around the world. The Library is free to all who visit and captures the essence of Graham's years of ministry in stunning ways. -------------------- Will you help keep the Big Impact going strong by joining our family of supporters? You can make...
Big Impact Podcast 43 - The "GreatMan" Movement
November 29, 2017 12:10 - 28 minutes - 39.7 MBBIG IMPACT Podcast Episode 43 introduces the "GreatMan" Movement - a clarion call to men across the nation, encouraging them to be examples of character, integrity, respect, and leadership. Leading this effort and conversation is best-selling author/commentator, Stephen Mansfield. Enjoy the insights from this interesting conversation and please SHARE the link with men in your sphere of influence! LINK: GreatMan -------------------- Will you help keep the Big Impact going strong by joining our...