Posts in Overcomer
Bob Kotowski

Bob Kotowski is an excellent golfer, so good in fact that he spends his time giving back to the next generation. Bob in particular works with The Blind & Disabled Golf Program at the Zaca Creek Golf Course in Santa Ynez Valley, a joint venture between the PGA, the Santa Maria Lions Club, and a few other professionals. Bob helps give the beautiful gift of golf to every player no matter their skill or level of ability!

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Amy Newmark

Amy Newmark is the Editor-in-Chief and Publisher of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series of books. Amy is all about sharing stories, advice, and wisdom that helps others live happier, fuller lives! She wants to remind us to dwell on the joyous and let go of anger quickly. An amazing, uplifting interview!

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Dean Cain

From playing college football to being Superman on TV, Dean Cain has done some incredible things. Listen to our host Dean Wilson talk with Cain about his life and some of the most important chapters of it. You may be surprised what Superman has to say. You won't want to miss this special interview!

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Jerry West

From race relations to learning how to love, the legend behind the NBA logo and former LA Laker Jerry West shares his insight and life experience with host Dean Wilson. See West at his most personal as he delves deep into his childhood and inspirations in this exclusive 60-minute sit-down special.

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Guido Verweyen

Guido is a critically acclaimed, Emmy winning director with an eye for a great story. One of these amazing stories is The Green Wave, an incredible true story about the Summerville High School basketball team who's coach died on the job as a firefighter. The team went on to win the state championship from a huge underdog seed position. A truly touching story from an excellent director!

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Mo Barrett & Katy Stevens

Mo and Katy aren't your typical show hosts. As the joint leaders of the "Tribe of Weirdos" they host The Mo and Katy Show where there is only one thing that matters: laughing! While from very different worlds, both Mo and Katy love to rise above toxic news and fighting to bring harmony and fun. Join Dean, Mo, and Katy and you'll be sure to be in stitches by the end of this great episode!

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Corey Branchflower

Corey and her husband Rob began Shelter Care Resources after seeing the immense need for foster care families and children. Being a foster care family themselves, they knew what was needed inside and out. Listen in on to hear a powerful story of love and relentless care! To learn more about Shelter Care Resources and their mission, visit their website here!

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Kerstin Lynam

Kerstin is the CEO of Pablove Foundation, an amazing non-profit that looks to fight childhood cancer with love. They both support children currently living with cancer through the arts and fund new research for rare forms of cancer. To learn more of the important work the Pablove Foundation does, visit their website here!

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Rebecca Capps

Rebecca knows the struggles of mental health and its connection to your body. Now, she is committed to helping others break free from eating disorders and mental health issues. As the founder of Mind Body Thrive, an holistic psychotherapy organization whose goal is to help others by "blending cognitive behavioral therapy with mind/body practices." To learn more about the amazing work Rebecca is doing or to receive help yourself, click here!

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Barbara Jordan

Barbara is an accomplished softball coach in both her own career and her coaching of the CSU Northridge Matadors women's softball team. She is also started the amazing organization Always Bev in honor of her sister Beverly. Always Bev helps educate women and train them with self-defense resources. To learn more about all the amazing work that they do, click here!

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Janet Craig

Janet is a world class tennis star, but that's not the most amazing thing about her. Janet is the director of the new movie, Wake Up, a powerful movie about human trafficking and how it can easily happen in plain sight. She has partnered with local non-profits already working in this field to help people become more aware of this important issue! To learn more about the movie, click here!

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The History of Ballard Mountain

Ryan Ballard is the great-treat grandson of John Ballard, the first black landowner in the Santa Monica mountains. Ryan tells the story of the area now known as Ballard Mountain along side Ana Beatriz Cholo, a member of the U.S. Forrest Service and the documentary To Right a Wrong: The Story of Ballard Mountain. You definitely do not want to miss this interview!

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Terence Lester

Terence is an Atlanta native who has a heart for advocating and helping others experiencing homelessness. When he was 16, Terence found himself in an unstable living situation and on the street. Through this early experience, seeds were planted in Terence who has made it is mission to help others. What an amazing guy! To learn more about what Terence does, visit his website lovebeyondwalls.org!

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Non-Profit, OvercomerJessica McRee
Paige and Mike Guzman

Paige and Mike Guzman have 4 amazing kids and a lot on their plate, including the podcast "Laugh So You Don't Cry." Paige and Mike started their podcast after Mike confessed to abusing prescription drugs as a place to talk about their trials and victory in sobriety. An outstanding interview with a powerful couple!

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Faith, OvercomerJessica McRee
Victoria Strong

Victoria Strong founded the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation after her first daughter Gwendolyn was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy, a rare disease that made her very medically fragile. Determined to NEVER GIVE UP, Victoria set out to raise funding to find a cure for this terrible diagnosis. Though Gwen is no longer with us her legacy lives on through numerous child-centered inclusion projects including a new inclusive park in Santa Barbara! To find out more about the amazing work that the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation is doing, visit their website nevergiveup.org!

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