Life's Valleys and Mountaintops
149 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 101 ratingsThese are the archived interviews. We share stories of overcoming trauma, accidents and illness to equip you with the tools you need to achieve your goals and dreams. You will hear from experts, authors, and entrepreneurs helping you to achieve a mindset that will keep you trying, learning and seeking your passion.
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23. Holly Boyce on Cancer, Kids and Victorious Healing
October 10, 2015 07:45 - 45 minutes - 20.9 MBHolly was living the life she had dreamed of. She was living in her happy home, in a nice neighborhood with her happy family and then while preparing for Thanksgiving dinner, she discovered a lump the size of a ping-pong ball in her breast. She was 30 years old and had really thought she was quite invincible in a way that most young people do. The doctor confirmed she had something in there, and in a week she had a mammogram and ultrasound. They determined it was a mass, not a cyst, and she...
Cancer, Kids and Victorious Healing with Holly Boyce
October 10, 2015 07:45 - 45 minutes - 20.9 MBHolly was living the life she had dreamed of. She was living in her happy home, in a nice neighborhood with her happy family and then while preparing for Thanksgiving dinner, she discovered a lump the size of a ping-pong ball in her breast. She was 30 years old and had really thought she was quite invincible in a way that most young people do. The doctor confirmed she had something in there, and in a week she had a mammogram and ultrasound. They determined it was a mass, not a cyst, and sh...
Concussion Survivor to Healing Others with Terri Lawton
September 30, 2015 06:02 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MBTerri was given a second chance at life after she was hit by a truck while riding her bicycle. She had a backpack full of flowers that she had picked for her, then boyfriend, now husband, that just may have saved her life. Unfortunately, she was not wearing a helmet and ended up with a serious concussion that left her having to learn life all over again. The neurologist told her it would take 14 years to recover. Amazingly she completed her schooling and recovered within only 11 months. As s...
22. Terri Lawton on Healing a Concussion
September 30, 2015 06:02 - 25 minutes - 11.8 MBTerri was given a second chance at life after she was hit by a truck while riding her bicycle. She had a backpack full of flowers that she had picked for her, then boyfriend, now husband, that just may have saved her life. Unfortunately, she was not wearing a helmet and ended up with a serious concussion that left her having to learn life all over again. The neurologist told her it would take 14 years to recover. Amazingly she completed her schooling and recovered within only 11 months. As ...
Overcoming Sexual Abuse with Bobbi Parish
August 10, 2015 15:56 - 47 minutes - 22 MBJoin us as Bobbi Parish, A Trauma Recovery Coach, shares her own personal story of overcoming sexual abuse. She struggled with shame, depression, feeling unloved and went through a period of homelessness. Bobbi found the strength and courage to walk down the path of healing, stand up and say, no more, no more shame! She united forces with two other ladies and has created many different methods of supporting others, healing from sexual abuse. Today she shares her personal story and tells ...
21. Bobbi Parish on Overcoming Sexual Abuse
August 10, 2015 15:56 - 47 minutes - 22 MBJoin us as Bobbi Parish, A Trauma Recovery Coach, shares her own personal story of overcoming sexual abuse. She struggled with shame, depression, feeling unloved and went through a period of homelessness. Bobbi found the strength and courage to walk down the path of healing, stand up and say, no more, no more shame! She united forces with two other ladies and has created many different methods of supporting others, healing from sexual abuse. Today she shares her personal story and tells ...
Finding Your Identity with Jamie Gilbert
July 10, 2015 10:12 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBDo you know what it is like to put everything you have into something and then have it come to an end? You put so much into it that it became your identity and now without it, you don’t know what to do? Jamie Gilbert shares his personal story with us. He has been through that time where he lost his identity and he takes us on his journey to success. We talk about how he found his passion, overcame fear and worked really hard to become successful. Today Jamie, Joshua Medcalf and their team ...
20. Jamie Gilbert on Finding Your Identity
July 10, 2015 10:12 - 29 minutes - 13.6 MBDo you know what it is like to put everything you have into something and then have it come to an end? You put so much into it that it became your identity and now without it, you don’t know what to do? Jamie Gilbert shares his personal story with us. He has been through that time where he lost his identity and he takes us on his journey to success. We talk about how he found his passion, overcame fear and worked really hard to become successful. Today Jamie, Joshua Medcalf and their team ...
19. Bruce Van Horn on Overcoming Cancer to Running the Boston Marathon
June 10, 2015 10:21 - 51 minutes - 20.6 MBHave you ever felt as if life has handed you too many problems and felt like you would never be able to break away from the darkness? Perhaps you have lost a child, and understand what it is like to live with heart wrenching grief, end up with bills that are more than you can deal with, and then have your marriage come to an end. Perhaps you have had cancer and been through the battle, with children depending on you to raise them. Today we interview a man who has been through all of this in...
Overcoming Cancer to Running Boston Marathon with Bruce Van Horn
June 10, 2015 10:21 - 51 minutes - 20.6 MBHave you ever felt as if life has handed you too many problems and felt like you would never be able to break away from the darkness? Perhaps you have lost a child, and understand what it is like to live with heart wrenching grief, end up with bills that are more than you can deal with, and then have your marriage come to an end. Perhaps you have had cancer and been through the battle, with children depending on you to raise them. Today we interview a man who has been through all of this in ...
Deciding to Thrive from a Jail Cell with Fidel Rodriguez
May 21, 2015 05:34 - 40 minutes - 9.35 MBFidel shares a story about how his life hit rock bottom, and he wanted to disappear into the shadows. It is hard to find hope when you're in that place, but he did, and today he tells us how. Fidel's website http://www.inspiredhumanrev.com/ twitter https://twitter.com/FidelCR Instagram https://instagram...
18. Fidel Rodriguez - Deciding to Thrive from a Jail Cell
May 21, 2015 05:34 - 40 minutes - 9.35 MBFidel shares a story about how his life hit rock bottom, and he wanted to disappear into the shadows. It is hard to find hope when you're in that place, but he did, and today he tells us how. With the support of his wife, he paid off his debt, lost over 75 lbs, and was able to find success and enjoy his loving family. Find out how he did it! Show notes at: : https://ginajohnson.ca/fidelrodriguez/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lvmountaintops/message
Why Do My Relationships Fail with Paul Colaianni
April 24, 2015 00:28 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBHave you ever been in a relationship that failed and been left with feelings of hurt, anger, frustration or wondered Why? I know I sure have, and so has Paul Colaianni. We talk about subconscious behaviors that can sabotage our relationships. Find out how you can improve the quality of your relationships with Personal Development Coach Paul Colaianni. In this episode, he shares his own personal failures and how he used them to his advantage by asking this question; "If I was the problem in t...
17. Paul Colaianni on Why Relationships Fail
April 24, 2015 00:28 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBHave you ever been in a relationship that failed and been left with feelings of hurt, anger, frustration or wondered Why? I know I sure have, and so has Paul Colaianni. We talk about subconscious behaviors that can sabotage our relationships. Find out how you can improve the quality of your relationships with Personal Development Coach Paul Colaianni. In this episode, he shares his own personal failures and how he used them to his advantage by asking this question; "If I was the problem in ...
16. Matt Ham - Our Scars are a Place of Healing
April 10, 2015 00:31 - 29 minutes - 27 MBWhat does Rich mean to you and why should you take the time to think about it? "For so long, I felt like I was failing in life because I never had a lot of money. Rich to me was how many dollars you had, what you owned and what you gave your kids." Redefine Rich shares with us that there are many ways to feel rich. I began to see the gifts in having children to love, guide through life and play with. The richness in having a husband that supports my own personal growth and journey, a mom t...
Our Scars are Places of Healing with Matt Ham
April 10, 2015 00:31 - 29 minutes - 27 MBWhat does Rich mean to you and why should you take the time to think about it? "For so long, I felt like I was failing in life because I never had a lot of money. Rich to me was how many dollars you had, what you owned and what you gave your kids." Redefine Rich shares with us that there are many ways to feel rich. I began to see the gifts in having children to love, guide through life and play with. The richness in having a husband that supports my own personal growth and journey, a mom t...
The Fort Leavenworth Story with David Mike
March 26, 2015 08:03 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBThe Fort Leavenworth Story Mike served his country, was a responsible and respectable member of society until one night he made a choice that changed his life forever. He was offered a pill; that happened to be ecstasy. He took it and his whole life changed as he knew it. David Mike shares his story about his life before and after his visit at Fort Leavenworth. He served his country, fell into drugs and became a drug dealer. At one point, he could see his own car on the street, outside o...
15. Dilemma Mike on The Fort Leavenworth Story
March 26, 2015 08:03 - 31 minutes - 28.5 MBThe Fort Leavenworth Story Mike served his country, was a responsible and respectable member of society until one night he made a choice that changed his life forever. He was offered a pill; that happened to be ecstasy. He took it and his whole life changed as he knew it. David Mike shares his story about his life before and after his visit at Fort Leavenworth. He served his country, fell into drugs and became a drug dealer. At one point, he could see his own car on the street, outside ...
14. Stephen Garrett is Canadas First Death Coach
January 08, 2015 08:16 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBWhat Can We Learn From A Death Coach? Could you imagine finding out that someone you love died suddenly and unexpectedly? Stephen lost his sister and realized that everything he was striving for “wasn't really worth it”. He gave up his six-figure income, BMW’s and suits to become a social worker. His first year as a social worker he made $12,000 and he had made that each month as a Stock Broker. He almost went back when times were difficult, but he paid more attention to his heart and stuc...
Canada's First Death Coach with Stephen Garrett
January 08, 2015 08:16 - 28 minutes - 25.8 MBWhat Can We Learn From A Death Coach? Could you imagine finding out that someone you love died suddenly and unexpectedly? Stephen lost his sister and realized that everything he was striving for “wasn't really worth it”. He gave up his six-figure income, BMW’s and suits to become a social worker. His first year as a social worker he made $12,000 and he had made that each month as a Stock Broker. He almost went back when times were difficult, but he paid more attention to his heart and stuck...
13. Reverend Ray Rose on Faith and Stroke Recovery
December 11, 2014 08:02 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBHow can a small measure of faith help some overcome the challenges that come with having a stroke? What happens when you know the odds are not with you, to be independent again? Today we talk with Reverend Ray. Even when he wanted to die, give up and call it quits, he kept going. He believes that there is so much in you that you have to give to somebody else. There is somebody else that needs you. This is the part of the emotional battle that he fought within. This is his first time telli...
Faith and Stroke Recovery with Reverend Ray Rose
December 11, 2014 08:02 - 29 minutes - 27.4 MBHow can a small measure of faith help some overcome the challenges that come with having a stroke? What happens when you know the odds are not with you, to be independent again? Today we talk with Reverend Ray. Even when he wanted to die, give up and call it quits, he kept going. He believes that there is so much in you that you have to give to somebody else. There is somebody else that needs you. This is the part of the emotional battle that he fought within. This is his first time tell...
Healing after War in Iraq with Chaplain Moreno
December 04, 2014 07:48 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBHonor is very important to Marines. You always do the right thing. What happens when someone does something that is against their own moral framework? What happens if it is so bad to them, that it affects their marriage and relationship with their kids? What happens if they view themselves as horrible people and end up caring a tremendous amount of guilt around with them? It is critical to get rid of the guilt. We learn ways to cleanse, remove guilt and lessen guilt on today’s show. What...
12. Chaplain Mike Moreno on Healing after War in Iraq
December 04, 2014 07:48 - 33 minutes - 30.8 MBWe are talking with Mike Moreno on the show and he talks about spirituality, the war in Iraq, and shares some topics that may be difficult for some listeners. He is a Navy Chaplin and shares his experience with us and guides us through some of these tough questions. I've taken a life, how does that change who and what I am? The sticky wicket, Do you believe that God will protect you? What makes someone feel safe? Can spirituality strengthen personal resilience? How does one know who an...
11. Christopher Hostetler on Escaping Death
November 20, 2014 08:14 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBCould you imagine if your child was playing in the backyard, and the next thing you know, his friend has come to get you, to let you know he has been shot? Imagine you are in the hospital wondering if he is going to be alright. How would this affect your family and how would this affect your child? Chris shares his experience for the first time on the radio, a story of hard times, strong family, healing and then a journey to help others. Show notes and links here: https://ginajohnson.ca/...
Escaping Death with Christopher Hostetler
November 20, 2014 08:14 - 35 minutes - 32.9 MBCould you imagine if your child was playing in the backyard, and the next thing you know, his friend has come to get you, to let you know he has been shot? Imagine you are in the hospital wondering if he is going to be alright. How would this affect your family and how would this affect your child? Chris shares his experience for the first time on radio, a story of hard times, strong family, healing and then a journey to help others. I found Chris on Google, his website was ranking near th...
Estate Planning with Nicole Wipp Part 2
November 13, 2014 07:11 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBNICOLE WIPP, ESTATE PLANNING IS AN ACT OF LOVE PART 2 Hi everyone, I am so grateful that you're here and listening to the information Nicole is going to share about estate planning, elder law and share some great reasons that may help you decide if you would like to have a will. Today our podcast is the second part of estate planning. I would like to thank Nicole for all her time and for sharing her knowledge. You can find her at http://www.smartplanning101.com/ or http://miestatelawy...
10. Nicole Wipp Estate Planning Part 2
November 13, 2014 07:11 - 33 minutes - 31.1 MBNICOLE WIPP, ESTATE PLANNING IS AN ACT OF LOVE PART 2 Show notes and links at: https://ginajohnson.ca/nicolewippestateplanning2/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lvmountaintops/message
Estate Planning with Nicole Wipp
November 06, 2014 09:06 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBHi everyone, I am so grateful that you're here and excited to bring our guest, appearing as an expert in estate planning. She will not be giving legal advice, and you should consult a lawyer in your area for specific advice. She will share a lot of information I hope you will find helpful today. Today our podcast shares some advice that I am really passionate about. Could you imagine if your life was to end today......... Are you prepared? I put off these decisions and was suddenly faced...
10. Nicole Wipp on Estate Planning
November 06, 2014 09:06 - 25 minutes - 23.2 MBNicole is an attorney in the state of Michigan and is also licensed in Hawaii. She is here today not as an attorney, but to give general advice on this topic. She suggests you seek an attorney for specific information to your situation. Her law practice is called, The Family and Aging Law Center. They help families manage crisis and prepare for a crisis. Show notes and links at: https://ginajohnson.ca/nicolewippestateplanning/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify...
9. Timothy Lawson on Overcoming Cancer As a Teen
October 29, 2014 23:51 - 36 minutes - 19.5 MBTimothy lives in The District of Columbia. He has lived in about a dozen different places over the last 10 years but came from the Greater North West. He spent about 5 ½ years in the Marine Corps, serving as a marine security guard. He was diagnosed with cancer as a teenager and overcame it to share his story with others. Show notes at: https://ginajohnson.ca/timothylawson/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lvmountaintops/message
After Effect from War in Iraq with Chaplain Moreno
October 22, 2014 08:17 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBJohn served 13 months in Iraq, with the USA military. He had numerous near-death experiences. Today he shares the most prominent one with us, and the effects it had on him. After his time in the army, he was able to find his passion and created EntrepreneurOnFire, a 7 day a week podcast. He interviews top and successful entrepreneurs and has was awarded Best Of iTunes in 2013. From there, John and Kate created an amazing forum of podcasters from around the world, called Podcasers' Paradise,...
From the Military to World Famous Podcast Host with John Lee Dumas
October 22, 2014 08:17 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBJohn served 13 months in Iraq, with the USA military. He had numerous near-death experiences. Today he shares the most prominent one with us, and the effects it had on him. After his time in the army, he was able to find his passion and created EntrepreneurOnFire, a 7 day a week podcast. He interviews top and successful entrepreneurs and has was awarded Best Of iTunes in 2013. From there, John and Kate created an amazing forum of podcasters from around the world, called Podcasers' Paradise,...
8. John Dumas on Military Training Near Death Experience in Iraq
October 22, 2014 08:17 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBJohn served 13 months in Iraq, with the USA military. He had numerous near-death experiences. Today he shares the most prominent one with us, and the effects it had on him. Show notes at: https://ginajohnson.ca/johnleedumas/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lvmountaintops/message
Train Trestle Fall to Inspiring Speaker with Dale Spencer
October 02, 2014 00:59 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBAt the young age of 20, Dale slipped and fell from a railroad trestle, and in that moment, his life was dramatically changed. He spent two and a half months in the hospital and had to learn how to live life in a wheelchair. Dale shares his journey and how his positive thinking led him to become a speaker and deliver the important message to Think First . Dale Spencer Dale lives in the western suburbs of Chicago. He is a mortgage broker and a key-note speaker in many topics. I asked him ...
7. Dale Spencer – Train Trestle Fall to Inspiring Speaker
October 02, 2014 00:59 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBAt the young age of 20, Dale slipped and fell from a railroad trestle, and in that moment, his life was dramatically changed. He spent two and a half months in the hospital and had to learn how to live life in a wheelchair. Dale shares his journey and how his positive thinking led him to become a speaker and deliver the important message to Think First. Show notes at: https://ginajohnson.ca/dalespencer/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lvmountaintops...
Devastating Horse Accident to Thriving Business Coach
September 24, 2014 07:24 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBJohn Ramstead I am blessed to share an inspiring story that touched my soul and filled my heart. John overcame tremendous injury in an accident that he miraculously survived. This is a story not only about becoming Christian but also really connecting and feeling our creators love. Today he is the co-host of The Eternal Leadership podcast, as well as a successful business coach. As a kid, he had a dream to be a fighter pilot and never thought he could achieve it. John went to college ...
6. John Ramstead - Devastating Horse Accident to Thriving Business Coach
September 24, 2014 07:24 - 40 minutes - 37.5 MBJohn Ramstead survived a traumatic horse accident that caused him a traumatic brain injury. He spent nearly two years in the hospital and shared his journey on the podcast. His website is at: https://www.beyondinfluence.com/about/ Show notes available at: https://ginajohnson.ca/johnramstead-2/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lvmountaintops/message
Surviving a Brain Tumour with Optimism
September 03, 2014 07:59 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBMartin Bailey shares his extraordinary story of recovering from a brain tumor, optimism and achieving your dreams. Near-Death Experience Martin was in Antarctica on a boat when he felt a popping sensation in his head. It happened several times, and the ship doctor asked him if he had hit his head. The fits had stopped on the journey home but began two months after. His wife and his brother were very supportive. The neurosurgeon, Dr. Joki, means always happy in English. He thought it w...
5. Martin Bailey on Surviving a Brain Tumour with Optimism
September 03, 2014 07:59 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBMartin Bailey shares his extraordinary story of recovering from a brain tumor, optimism and achieving your dreams. https://martinbaileyphotography.com/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lvmountaintops/message
4. Nick Pavlidis Second Chance at Life and Marriage
August 27, 2014 07:50 - 52 minutes - 48 MBNick was given a second chance at life when he was hit head-on by a Buick as a teenager. He was incredibly resilient and bounced back quickly. Life crept up on him and before he knew it he was successful in business but not as much at home. He was working over 60 hours a week...... He shares the journey he took to become a good husband and father. As a bonus, he shares important information about wills and guardians, to help you make sure you have everything in order and a good sense of s...
Second Chance at Life and Marriage
August 27, 2014 07:50 - 52 minutes - 48 MBNick was given a second chance at life when he was hit head-on by a Buick as a teenager. He was incredibly resilient and bounced back quickly. Life crept up on him and before he knew it he was successful in business but not as much at home. He was working over 60 hours a week...... He shares the journey he took to become a good husband and father. As a bonus, he shares important information about wills and guardians, to help you make sure you have everything in order and a good sense of se...
3. Joel Boggess - Miracle Boy Falls From Train Trestle and Survives
August 20, 2014 06:30 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBJoel shares such an impactful and moving story, that I found myself tearing up during the interview a few times. Tissue alert, he was only 5 years old when he slipped from a train trestle and somehow escaped death. Joel was truly given a second chance at life and how grateful am I. Today he helps thousands of people Relaunch their life with confidence. Joel's Life Today Joel and his wife co-host together Relaunch. They do daily shows throughout the week. They bring in the hottest and in-de...
Miracle Boy Falls From Train Trestle and Survives
August 20, 2014 06:30 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBJoel shares such an impactful and moving story, that I found myself tearing up during the interview a few times. Tissue alert, he was only 5 years old when he slipped from a train trestle and somehow escaped death. Joel was truly given a second chance at life and how grateful am I. Today he helps thousands of people Relaunch their life with confidence. Joel's Life Today Joel and his wife co-host together Relaunch. They do daily shows throughout the week. They bring in the hottest and in-de...
2. Les Stratford on 300+ lb Weight Loss and Incredible Return to Health
August 13, 2014 10:43 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBLes overcame vast medical problems and lost over 300 lbs. Join us in this inspiring interview! What Happened? In 2010 Les weighed 510 lbs. He was having difficulty breathing, and when he couldn't take 6 steps without being out of breath, he went to the hospital. He had 6 blood clots and needed emergency surgery immediately. His options were given to him and he ended up having surgery while he was awake. He had a clean bill of health when the Cardiologist told him there was no damage, an...
Amazing 300+ lb weight loss
August 13, 2014 10:43 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBLess Stratford Les works in the food industry and takes time for his health every day as well as spends time with his family. My podcasting friend Sam Lomelli introduced Les and I. He interviewed Les on his podcast, Tips Of The Scale. If you want to hear Les tell his amazing weight loss story you can listen by clicking the link below. http://tipsofthescale.com/58-les-stratford/ Les has a blog that is inspiring, click here http://boml.wordpress.com/ What Happened? In 2010 Les...
Jordan Agolli Life Threatening Car Accident
August 12, 2014 22:08 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBJordan is only 19 years old!! He works in a marketing company that has an incredible culture. He has a podcast, a mastermind group and has recently earned his black belt in Taido. Religious Beliefs Jordan was raised in a Christian family. went to Christian school and church every Sunday. The accident did not have any bearing on his religious beliefs. He did begin to question them around 17 years old. Today he is searching what it is he finds to be true but labels himself as agnostic when p...
1. Jordan Agolli on Miracle Surviving a Life Threatening Car Accident
August 12, 2014 22:08 - 29 minutes - 27.3 MBJordan is only 19 years old!! He works in a marketing company that has an incredible culture. He has a podcast, a mastermind group and has recently earned his black belt in Taido. Religious Beliefs Jordan was raised in a Christian family. went to Christian school and church every Sunday. The accident did not have any bearing on his religious beliefs. He did begin to question them around 17 years old. Today he is searching what it is he finds to be true but labels himself as agnostic when ...
00 Heart Attack at 34
August 11, 2014 22:52 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBIn the first episode, Joel Boggess, of Relaunch, interviews our host Gina as she shares her story of heart trauma and the making of this new podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/lvmountaintops/message