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  • Voices Of Courage, August 12, 2025
    2025/08/12
    S6EP3, Blow The Whistle On Corporate America with Eric Gardner Award-winning filmmaker Eric Gardner joins the show to discuss his latest documentary, Confessions of a CEO: My Life in an Out-of-Balance World. The film is a bold critique of corporate America, following the remarkable transformation of Tom, a former toxic CEO who redefined his leadership approach—from prioritizing profits to championing people. Featuring conversations with influential figures like Deepak Chopra, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner, the documentary explores themes of redemption, ethical leadership, and the growing challenges in today’s corporate world. In this episode, Gardner shares insights into his filmmaking journey, the motivation behind Confessions of a CEO, and the urgent need for business leaders to embrace self-awareness. Join us as we dive into the power of storytelling, corporate reform, and what Gardner hopes this film will inspire. Show Benefits: Inspiring CEO journey from profit-driven to purpose-led leadership Eye-opening look at corporate ethics, culture, and challenges Practical tips for fostering ethical, conscious workplaces Guest Bio: Eric Gardner is co-writer, producer, director, and editor of the feature documentary “Confessions of a CEO: My Life in an Out-of-Balance World.” “Confessions of a CEO: My Life in an Out-of-Balance World.” The film is a crackling critique of corporate America told through the true story of a Tom, a once toxic CEO who transformed from a profits-over-people, philandering executive to an unorthodox leader, populist messenger, and mentor to American influencers. Featuring notable figures like Deepak Chopra, the controversial Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Blue Zones founder Dan Buettner, it’s a story of growth, redemption, and the impact of self-awareness on leadership and life. A partner at Neighborhood Pictures, Gardner is an award-winning producer, director, editor, DP, and writer who has worked in non-fiction television and independent feature films for over 20 years Website: https://www.confessionsofaceomovie.com/ #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #TheCourageNetwork #VOCPodcast #VOCSeason6 #EricGardner #ConfessionsOfACEO #LeadershipTransformation #EthicalLeadership #CorporateAmerica #WorkplaceReform #CorporateCulture #LeadershipDevelopment #CEOStory #BusinessEthics #ConsciousLeadership #LeadershipJourney #InspiringLeadership #PurposeDrivenLeadership #ChangeMakers #BusinessDocumentary #LeadershipLessons #CorporateReform #LeadershipPodcast #TransformationStories
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    47 分
  • Voices Of Courage, August 5, 2025
    2025/08/05
    S6EP2, Reinvent Yourself with Jeff Rector In this powerful episode of Voices of Courage, host Ken D Foster sits down with Jeff Rector — a multi-talented actor, award-winning writer, director, producer, comedian, and adventurer — to talk about reinvention, resilience, and reaching your dreams. With over 150 appearances in film and television and adventures that include skydiving, scuba diving with sharks, and sharing the screen with stars like Tom Cruise and Julia Roberts, Jeff’s life has been anything but ordinary. From national speech champion to a Playboy Rabbit in Manhattan’s iconic Playboy Empire Club, Jeff’s story is packed with unexpected twists, career milestones, and personal triumphs. His first book, I Was a Playboy Rabbit and Other Stories, is a candid and humorous look at how he turned bold choices into life-changing opportunities. Whether you're chasing your dreams or looking to reinvent your path, Jeff’s journey offers the inspiration and tools to help you move forward with courage. Don’t miss this uplifting conversation that proves it’s never too late to rewrite your story. Website: jeffrector.com/shop #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #TheCourageNetwork #VOCPodcast #VOCSeason6 #JeffRector #ActorJeffRector #ReinventionJourney #PersonalTransformation #InspiringLifeStories #HollywoodActor #PlayboyRabbit #CelebrityLife #MotivationalInterview #SuccessStories #OvercomingObstacles #PursueYourDreams #LifePurpose #CareerReinvention #PublicSpeakingTips #ActingCareer #FromStruggleToSuccess #LiveWithCourage #LifeLessons #AuthorInterview #BookPromotion #IWasAPlayboyRabbit #FilmAndTV #ToastmastersChampion #ScubaDivingAdventures #SkydivingFilmStar
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    47 分
  • Voices Of Courage, July 29, 2025
    2025/07/29
    S6EP1, Capture Rock History with Steve Joester
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    50 分
  • Voices Of Courage, July 22, 2025
    2025/07/22
    S5EP13, Awaken Your Inner Genius with Robert G Allen In this powerful episode of Voices of Courage, host Ken D Foster welcomes legendary financial author and wealth strategist Robert G. Allen—#1 New York Times bestselling author of Nothing Down, Creating Wealth, and Multiple Streams of Income. Known for pioneering the use of "Other People’s Money" and teaching millions how to achieve financial independence, Allen now turns his focus to a new frontier: empowering aspiring authors. Discover the secrets behind his latest book, #1 Bestseller: How You Can Become a Bestselling Author in Only 30 Minutes a Day. Learn how to write, publish, and monetize your message—even with a busy schedule. Whether you're a first-time writer or a seasoned entrepreneur, Robert shares mindset shifts, practical tools, and innovative strategies—including AI-driven methods—to turn your story into a powerful income-generating asset. Tune in to learn how books can build your brand, leave a lasting legacy, and become one of the most underutilized streams of income today. This is the episode that will give you the courage to write, publish, and profit from your passion. Find out more about Robert G Allen: Primary Website: www.robertallen.com Real Wealth Platform: www.robertallen.com/real-wealth1689716674682 Instagram: www.instagram.com/nothingdownrobertallen Facebook: www.facebook.com/OfficialRobertGAllen X (formerly Twitter): twitter.com/bestsellerbob LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/bestsellerbob #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #TheCourageNetwork #VOCPodcast #VOCSeason5 #RobertGAllen #BestsellingAuthor #BookPublishing #WriteABookFast #MultipleStreamsOfIncome #Authorship #WealthCreation #FinancialIndependence #1BestsellerBook #AuthorBranding #PublishingTips #WriteABookIn30MinutesADay #AIInPublishing #LegacyBuilding
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    51 分
  • Voices Of Courage, July 15, 2025
    2025/07/15
    S5EP12, Unplug And Unsubscribe With Julio Vincent Gambuto Julio Vincent Gambuto is the author of the super-viral essay, Prepare for the Ultimate Gaslighting, which sparked a worldwide conversation, reaching over 21 million readers in 98 countries. He’s here with us today talking about his new book, Please Unsubscribe. Show Benefits: ~ Practical strategies to find joy amid chaos and reimagine life with meaning ~ Insight into why modern life feels so relentless ~ A revealing look at how powerful systems impact your personal well-being ~ Opportunities to reflect on how you spend your time, money, and energy ~ A fresh perspective on work and work-life balance ~ A roadmap for a tech "elimination diet" for you and your family Julio is the author of the new book, Please Unsubscribe, Thanks! — now available from Avid Reader Press at Simon & Schuster, chosen to be the Barnes & Noble "Pick of the Month" for August 2024. Oliver Burkeman, modern sage and NYT-bestselling author, called it "simultaneously hilarious and deadly serious." Julio was nominated for an Audie Award from the Audio Publishers Association for voicing the audiobook. The book is a follow-up to Julio's viral essay “Prepare for the Ultimate Gaslighting,” which sparked a worldwide conversation reaching more than 21 million readers in 98 countries. Julio remains a weekly contributor to Medium. Find out more about Julio Vincent Gambuto: Website: juliovincent.com instagram.com/juliovincentgambuto linkedin.com/in/juliovincent #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #JulioVincentGambuto #TheCourageNetwork #VOCPodcast #VOCSeason5 #PleaseUnsubscribeThanks #PrepareForTheUltimateGaslighting #PersonalDevelopmentBooks #SelfHelpReads #MustReadBooks2024 #SimonAndSchuster #BarnesAndNoblePick #AudieAwardNominee #UnplugToRecharge #DigitalDetox #ReclaimYourTime #TechMinimalism #LifeRedesign #WorkLifeBalance #ModernLifeChaos #IntentionalLiving #EscapeTheMatrix #SlowLivingMovement #MindfulLiving #PodcastInterview #InspiringVoices #EmpowermentTalks #GlobalConversation #ViralEssay #MediumContributor
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    48 分
  • Voices Of Courage, July 8, 2025
    2025/07/08
    S5EP11, Develop Smarter Product Management with Alex Cowan In this insightful episode, Alex, faculty member at UVA Darden and accomplished author of Hypothesis-Driven Development: A Guide to Smarter Product Management, takes us on a journey into the transformative framework of Hypothesis-Driven Development (HDD). With a wealth of experience that includes teaching over 700,000 learners via Coursera, building and selling two companies, and advising digital ventures, Alex brings a unique perspective to modern product management. Show Benefits: ~ Smarter Product Development with HDD: Learn how Hypothesis-Driven Development reduces waste and drives data-backed decisions. ~ Practical Innovation Tips: Get actionable steps to apply HDD and deliver real customer value. ~ Stay Agile in a Fast-Changing World: Use HDD to stay adaptable, innovative, and lead with creative confidence. Alex is on the faculty of UVA Darden where he teaches courses on the intersection of AI and digital product. Online, he’s delivered over 700,000 courses via Coursera. He’s also the author of ‘Hypothesis-Driven Development: A Guide to Smarter Product Management’. Before teaching, Alex started and sold two companies and he continues to advise and invest in digital ventures. His work on Hypothesis-Driven Development is widely used by practitioners and instructors for new product and venture creation. Find out more about Alex Cowan: Website: alexandercowan.com LinkedIn: / alexcowan #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #AlexCowan #TheCourageNetwork #VOCPodcast #VOCSeason5 #HypothesisDrivenDevelopment #SmarterProductManagement #AgileInnovation #LeanStartup #ProductLeadership #DigitalProductStrategy #DataDrivenDecisions #TechLeadership #ProductDevelopmentTips #InnovationInTech #BuildMeasureLearn #AIandProduct #ContinuousImprovement #CustomerDrivenDesign #ModernProductManagement #EntrepreneurMindset #ProductStrategy #StartupGrowth #ProductManagerTools #CreativeConfidence
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    46 分
  • Voices Of Courage, July 1, 2025
    2025/07/01
    S5EP10, The Courage to Journey from Combat to Compassion with Nick Padlo In this powerful and inspiring episode, Nick Padlo, Army Veteran and founder and CEO of Sophros Recovery, shares his remarkable journey of personal transformation. Drawing from his extensive military experience, which includes 27 months of combat and earning the Bronze Star, as well as his own battle with addiction, Nick provides a unique and transformative perspective on resilience, leadership, and recovery. Nick discusses how his time in the military shaped his personal resilience and leadership style, blending strength with empathy to support others. He opens up about his struggle with addiction and how it inspired the creation of Sophros Recovery, an addiction treatment facility dedicated to helping individuals on their journey to healing. Show Benefits: ~ Inspiration to Overcome Challenges: Get motivated by Nick’s story of turning adversity into success with resilience and determination. ~ Empathetic Leadership That Inspires: See how leading with strength and compassion can uplift others during tough times. ~ Personal Growth and Recovery Tips: Find practical strategies to build resilience, overcome setbacks, and achieve your goals. Nick Padlo is the founder and CEO of Sophros Recovery, an addiction treatment facility, and an Army Veteran. Nick was inspired to create Sophros Recovery after his own struggle with addiction. Nick provides a powerful and transformative perspective drawn from his extensive background in the military, his personal battle with addiction, and his incredible journey to recovery. He shares how he not only overcame addiction but also how he now dedicates his life to helping others do the same. Nick’s approach to leadership, grounded in resilience and empathy, inspires countless individuals to turn their challenges into triumphs Find out more about Nick Padlo: Website: sophrosrecoverytampa.com Facebook: / sophrosrecovery Instagram: / sophrosrecovery LinkedIn: / sophros-recovery #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #NickPadlo #SophrosRecovery #TheCourageNetwork #VOCPodcast #VOCSeason5 #VeteranLeadership #AddictionRecovery #MentalHealthAwareness #TraumaHealing #ResilientLeadership #VeteranSupport #InspiringJourneys #CombatToCompassion #EmpathyInLeadership #OvercomingAddiction #RecoveryJourney #HealingWithPurpose #PostTraumaticGrowth #LeadershipWithHeart #MilitaryToCivilian #VeteransInRecovery #LifeAfterWar #TransformativeStories #SuccessAfterStruggle
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  • Voices Of Courage, June 24, 2025
    2025/06/24
    S5EP9, The Courage to Change Our Food System with Stephanie Anderson From the Ground Up, by award-winning author Stephanie Anderson, offers a journey into the root causes of our unsustainable food chain, revealing its detrimental reliance on extractive agriculture, which depletes soil and water, produces nutritionally deficient food, and devastates communities and farmers. Anderson then delivers an uplifting, deeply reported narrative of women-led farms and ranches nationwide, supported by women-led investment firms, farmer training programs, restaurants, supply chain partners, and advocacy groups, all working together to create a more inclusive and sustainable world. Show Benefits: -Simple & Engaging: Discover what regenerative agriculture is and why it matters—explained clearly. -Big-Picture Impact: Can it solve climate change and food insecurity? Learn its potential and limits. -Surprising Stories: Hear the most unexpected insights from "From the Ground Up"—real farming revelations. -Your Role Matters: Find out how you can support a regenerative, fair food system and make a difference. Stephanie Anderson is the author of From the Ground Up: The Women Revolutionizing Regenerative Agriculture (The New Press, 2024). Her work has appeared in The Rumpus, TriQuarterly, Flyway, Hotel Amerika, Terrain.org, The Chronicle Review, Sweet, and more. Winner of the 2020 Margolis Award for social justice journalism, Stephanie is also a co-editor of the University of Nebraska Press series Our Regenerative Future. Her debut nonfiction book, One Size Fits None: A Farm Girl’s Search for the Promise of Regenerative Agriculture, earned a 2020 Nautilus Award and a 2019 Midwest Book Award. She holds an MFA from Florida Atlantic University, where she is an Assistant Professor of Creative Nonfiction Find out more about Stephanie Anderson: Website: stephanieandersonwriting.com Facebook: facebook.com/stephanieandersonwriting Instagram: instagram.com/stephanieandersonwriting LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/stephanie-anderson-writing #VoicesOfCourage #KenDFoster #StephanieAnderson #TheCourageNetwork #VOCPodcast #VOCSeason5 #RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainableFarming #ClimateAction #FoodSecurity #WomenInAgriculture #FarmToTable #EcoFriendlyLiving #SoilHealth #FutureOfFood #SustainableLiving #PodcastInterview #GreenEconomy #EthicalEating #Agroecology #FarmRevolution #ConsciousConsumer
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    49 分