Latest Johnoleary Podcast Episodes
Guiding Others to Water in the Desert (Monday Moment ep. 687)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 08, 2024 07:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsWhat do we do with memories that sear? How do we cope with losses from our past? And how do we heal from scars we still bear? After returning from war, Bill Goodreau wrestled with these questions. In discovering an answer, he ultimately discovered not only a good life for himself, but one that...
Retired Navy SEAL Captain John Doolittle (ep. 686)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 04, 2024 06:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsRetired Navy SEAL Captain John Doolittle dedicated 25 years of service to the United States of America, embodying resilience, determination, faithfulness and humility. Today, John shares his incredible journey of becoming a Navy SEAL, the struggles he faced and the invaluable lessons he learne...
The Gifts in Each Day (Monday Moment ep. 685)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - July 01, 2024 06:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsFor the past six summers, all four of my kids have been able to pick a work trip they wanted to join their dad for. They look through my schedule. They pick the location, anywhere in the country. And other than the time I’m speaking, they determine what we do when we get there. My job is simple:...
Patric Young: Rebounding with Faith and Perseverance (ep. 684)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 27, 2024 06:00 - 44 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsPatric Young, a former basketball star and two-time SEC Defensive Player of the Year, faced an unimaginable challenge in 2022 when a car accident left him paralyzed from the waist down. Once a towering force on the court, Patric now embarks on a journey of resilience, faith, and rediscovery, con...
Do You Ever Have Bad Days? (Monday Moment ep. 683)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 24, 2024 05:44 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratings“Do you ever have bad days?” While speaking with a group of college interns for a large insurance agency last week, I was asked this question. My answer surprised them. In sharing it with you, I hope it offers some encouragement for you. Let me explain.
Rediscovering Family Heritage: Pamela Westbrooks-Hodge (ep. 682)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 20, 2024 07:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsPamela Westbrooks-Hodge has led some of the world’s most iconic brands. And yet, it’s what she uncovered about her family's past that’s most incredible. After discovering that her great-great-great-grandmother had been enslaved in Missouri, wrongfully convicted of a crime, and denied the justi...
Do You Mind Switching Seats with Me? (Monday Moment ep. 681)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 17, 2024 06:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsEvery day offers the same opportunity: To invest in activities, efforts, work and conversations that build others up or to choose attitudes, words and actions that push others down. The choice we make profoundly influences how we feel about our lives and our capacity to positively impact the liv...
Hope, Healing and Horses: Kim Meeder (ep. 680)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 13, 2024 07:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsAt the tender age of nine, Kim Meeder faced an unimaginable tragedy when she lost both her parents in a matter of minutes. Though losing her parents in such a horrific way could have shattered her spirit forever, she discovered strength in her faith and solace in the company of horses. It was in...
It Goes Fast (Monday Moment ep. 679)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 10, 2024 07:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratings“I'm losing it. These were the final words spoken by the great singer, Frank Sinatra. The man who spent his life performing at sold-out theaters and proudly proclaiming he did it his way recognized at the end of his life that none of us are totally in control. Emily Dickinson offered a more ...
Christina Rasmussen: Healing the Heartbreak of Everyday Grief (ep. 678)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 06, 2024 07:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsChristina Rasmussen is an acclaimed grief educator who has dedicated her life to helping others navigate the often misunderstood and silent struggles of everyday loss. Her mission is to guide others to living life fully and joyously. Today, Christina shares how she overcame her fears and limit...
Hope Can Shine Through Despair (Monday Moment ep. 677)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - June 03, 2024 07:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsWith intensifying conflicts around the world, ever-amplifying political tension in the United States, and persistent personal challenges we all deal with daily, it’s easy to feel lost in the seemingly growing shadow of darkness. And yet, there are examples around us of individuals who survive ...
Immaculée Ilibagiza: Rwandan Genocide Survivor on Hope, Faith and Peace (ep. 676)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 30, 2024 07:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsFor 91 harrowing days, Immaculée Ilibagiza huddled a tiny bathroom with seven other women while hundreds of machete-wielding killers hunted for them during the 1994 Rwandan Genocide. Today, Immaculée stands as a beacon of hope and resilience. Join us at Immaculee shares her excruciating experi...
Admire Their Bravery, Honor Their Sacrifice (Monday Moment ep. 675)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 27, 2024 07:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsToday, many of us will enjoy a day off work. We'll sleep in, take walks, watch shows, or spend time with family and friends. And yet, many in our communities remain unaware of the true significance of this day. On this Memorial Day, let us pause and remember why we have this day off. Let us gi...
Jamison Sweet: From Service to Screen (ep. 674)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 23, 2024 05:18 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsWhile filming On Fire the Film, I had the incredible honor of working alongside heroes, experts, and a phenomenal crew of actors. Yet, there was one person who truly stood out: Jamison Sweet. His humility, excellence, and genuine love for others were unmistakable. As I got to know Jamison, I w...
What's Your Excuse? (Monday Moment ep. 673)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 20, 2024 07:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsIn a world too often filled with blame-shifting, shirking responsibility or waiting for things to change for them, John Foppe reminds us what it looks like when we stop waiting for our circumstances to improve, and start living fully, vibrantly and joyfully the lives we already have. Some 18 y...
John Foppe: Born Without Arms (ep. 672)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 16, 2024 07:00 - 54 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsJohn Foppe embodies the profound truth that our limitations are often self-imposed. Born without arms, John has learned to adapt every aspect of daily life and transform every challenge into an opportunity for growth. Today, John shares his intimate experience of overcoming physical and intern...
Not Friends, but Brothers (Monday Moment ep. 671)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 13, 2024 07:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsThe day started early for me, yet it was an encounter nearly 20 hours later that left me refreshed and reminded me that there are two ways to live our lives. Let me explain.
J.R. Martinez: From Scars to Dancing with the Stars (ep. 670)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 09, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsJ.R. Martinez is an Army veteran, burn survivor, actor, New York Times best-selling author, and Dancing with the Stars champion, spreading a message of hope, resilience and optimism. Today, J.R. shares a story of pain, triumph, and the beauty of pushing forward. Hear the pivotal experiences th...
Fingerprints Don't Fade (Monday Moment ep. 669)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 06, 2024 07:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsAlthough health care practitioners are often cautioned to avoid becoming emotionally invested in a critically ill patient’s outcome, the reality on the ground is it’s impossible not to become engrossed. They spend significant time with the patient, get to know them intimately, and often become f...
Jimmie James: Playing from the Rough (ep. 668)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 02, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsJimmie James is a radiant symbol of possibility. Born into poverty in 1959 in the Jim Crow South, Jimmie was one of eight children raised by a devoted single mother. From humble beginnings, he was determined to shatter every expectation by being the first person in his circle to graduate from ...
Jimmie James: Playing from the Rough (ep. 668)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - May 02, 2024 07:00 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsJimmie James is a radiant symbol of possibility. Born into poverty in 1959 in the Jim Crow South, Jimmie was one of eight children raised by a devoted single mother. From humble beginnings, he was determined to shatter every expectation by being the first person in his circle to graduate from ...
A Rare, Beautiful Gift for our Loved Ones (Monday Moment ep. 667)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - April 29, 2024 07:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratings"Legacy is not leaving something behind for other people. It’s leaving something behind in other people." -Peter Strople Because of an unexpected gift from his late father, Blake Brewer is now on a mission to help one million parents write at least one well-written, meaningful legacy letter to...
Create a Lasting Legacy: Blake Brewer (ep. 666)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - April 25, 2024 07:05 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsBlake Brewer is the founder of Legacy Letter and is on a mission to help one million parents write at least one well-written, meaningful, lasting legacy letter to their children. Hours after the tragic loss of his father, Blake discovered what would become a guiding light during his grief jour...
Your Voice is a Gift (Monday Moment ep. 665)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - April 22, 2024 07:00 - 7 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratings“The voicemail you have reached is currently full.” If you try leaving a message on my cell phone, you’ll often get that recording. The reason it’s full is that I don’t always delete the messages of friends and family. I love the tone of Mom as she practically sings out my name to begin her ...
Kim Goldman: Victims' Rights Advocate (ep. 664)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - April 18, 2024 07:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsKim Goldman is a victims’ rights advocate, championing justice and remembrance for victims. After her brother Ron Goldman was murdered alongside friend Nicole Brown on June 12, 1994, Kim suddenly found herself thrust into the media spotlight while vulnerably trying to grieve. Today, less tha...
On This Day in History... (Monday Moment ep. 663)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - April 15, 2024 07:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsTo ensure the content we share with our Live Inspired community is timely and relevant, I meet with my team monthly to plan future social posts, newsletters, and podcast episodes. As we meet and discuss, our goal is always to provide inspirational and engaging content to help you navigate your ...
Live Your Richest Life with Robin Sharma (ep. 662)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - April 11, 2024 07:00 - 51 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsFor more than a quarter of a century, Robin Sharma has been devoted to helping others realize their native gifts. As a legendary personal growth expert, Robin has advised business leaders, superstar athletes, and heads of state to do brilliant work, thrive amidst change and realize their highest...
Sliding Into Home! (Monday Moment ep. 661)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - April 08, 2024 07:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsHave you ever noticed that the best moments in life are frequently unplanned and completely unscripted? It’s not the big trip, fancy dinner, or lavish party that are most meaningful, but the little moments in life that we don’t see coming. One such moment for me was the highlight of the entire ...
Achieve a Happier Hour with Cassie Holmes (ep. 660)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - April 04, 2024 07:00 - 52 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsCassie Holmes is an award-winning teacher and researcher on time and happiness, and bestselling author of Happier Hour. Cassie’s research examines how focusing on time increases happiness, how the meaning of happiness changes over the course of one’s lifetime, and how much happiness people enj...
Three Tips to Live an Uninspired Life (Monday Moment ep. 659)
Live Inspired Podcast with John O'Leary - April 01, 2024 07:00 - 6 minutes ★★★★★ - 657 ratingsFor more than two decades, I’ve written, shared and spoken about the joy of living a radically inspired life. And I’ve shared stories of people who are On Fire For Good, who want their lives to matter, their families to thrive and their communities to prosper. Recently, though, I realized I’ve...
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