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Aug. 7, 2023

Purple Heart Recipient's Heroic Journey: Ryan Hines Road to Wounded W…

The Shadows Podcast celebrated Purple Heart Day with a Purple Heart recipient and Hall of Honor inductee and a Senior Noncommissioned Officer in the United States Air Force, Ryan Hines. Ryan takes us back to his deployment to Afghanistan as …

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Aug. 14, 2023

High-Performance Coach Jason Palmisano: From College Football to 'Win…

In this edition of the Shadows Podcast, we're joined by Jason Palmisano, the visionary behind "Win Your Days," a renowned high-performance coach, and a former standout in college football. Jason shares a pivotal moment from his high school years when …

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Aug. 21, 2023

Jim Starr 'Laser': From Football Fields to 'Gladiator Gauntlet' - Tra…

Jim Starr, widely recognized as "Laser" from the 1990s television sensation, American Gladiators, and more recently highlighted in the Netflix docuseries, Muscles & Mayhem, takes center stage as the inaugural guest on the Shadows Podcast for our exciting five-episode series, …

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Aug. 28, 2023

Salina Bartunek-Andrews: From Broadway to 'Elektra' - Gladiators Gaun…

It's truly fitting that the former American Gladiator known as "Shadow," later gaining wider recognition as "Elektra" - Salina Bartunek-Andrews - from the iconic 1990s television show American Gladiators, takes the spotlight in the second episode of the engaging five-part …

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Sept. 4, 2023

Deron McBee: Malibu's Redemption - Gladiators Gauntlet, Family, and R…

Deron McBee, renowned as the original "Malibu" from the 1990s American Gladiators television series and recently featured in the ESPN 30 for 30 documentary, The American Gladiators, takes the spotlight in the Shadows Podcast for an exciting five-episode series called …

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Sept. 11, 2023

Wesley 'Two Scoops' Berry: Triumph Over Tragedy, American Gladiators,…

Wesley "Two Scoops" Berry, a renowned figure with three American Gladiators Championship wins and two Gladiators International Championship victories from the iconic 1990s American Gladiators TV series, is currently in the spotlight on the Shadows Podcast. This thrilling five-episode series, …

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Sept. 18, 2023

Lori Fetrick 'Ice' on American Gladiators: From Arena Battles to 'Chi…

The Gladiator Gauntlet on The Shadows Podcast concludes with a captivating interview featuring Lori Fetrick, renowned as "Ice" from the iconic 1990s series, American Gladiators. In this engaging episode, Lori delves into her formative years, her parental relationships, and the …

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Sept. 25, 2023

Trauma Surgeon Craig Thayer: Miracles, Resilience, and 'SAVED' Storie…

Meet Craig Thayer, a remarkable trauma surgeon, motivational speaker, and the author of "SAVED: One Trauma Surgeon's True Accounts of the Miracles in His Life." This week, he graces us with his presence on the Shadows Podcast. During the episode, …

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Oct. 3, 2023

MLB Legend Sid Bream: 'Road to the World Series' - Iconic Plays & Per…

Sid Bream etched his name into the annals of Major League Baseball history with one of the sport's most iconic plays. He lived out every child's dream, sliding into home during a tied game in the bottom of the 9th …

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Oct. 9, 2023

3-Year Anniversary Special with Christy Wright: From Custody Battles …

Christy Wright, a renowned public speaker, #1 bestselling author of books such as "Business Boutique," "Take Back Your Time," and "Living True," and the host of The Get Your Hopes Up Podcast joins us this week as we celebrate the …

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Oct. 16, 2023

Jonathan Mayo: From Middle-Class Upbringing to Military Service, and …

This week on the Shadows Podcast, we're thrilled to welcome our tag team partner, Jonathan Mayo of the Universal Learning Approach (ULA), the parent company of Sisu Stamina. Jonathan's an accomplished author, a podcast host, and he's joining us in …

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Oct. 23, 2023

Lisa Goodpaster: Healing from Parental Alienation, Childhood Trauma, …

This week, Parent Alienation Specialist, Childhood Trauma Educator, Author, and Founder of the Stephood Project...Lisa Goodpaster joins us on the Shadows Podcast. Lisa shares a cautionary tale from her own childhood, where she experienced significant trauma. During her youth, she …

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Oct. 31, 2023

Marlon Taylor's Halloween Special: From 'It' to Tim Curry and the Leg…

Welcome to the third annual Halloween Special of The Shadows Podcast! This year, we are thrilled to have Marlon Taylor, best known for his role as young Mike Hanlon in Stephen King's 1990 television mini-series, 'It,' and a recent appearance …

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Nov. 6, 2023

Laurie-Ann Murabito: From New Hampshire to Public Speaking Coach and …

This week on the Shadows Podcast, we have the pleasure of hosting Laurie-Ann Murabito. Laurie-Ann is not only the host of the Be In Demand Podcast but also a seasoned public speaking coach and a successful author. Laurie-Ann shares her …

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Nov. 13, 2023

Anika Jackson: From Club Events to Entrepreneurship - Embracing Shado…

Serial Entrepreneur, Adjunct Professor, and the Host of Your Brand Amplified Podcast, Anika Jackson joins us on the Shadows Podcast! From extravagant Gala Events to navigating the challenges of relying on Food Stamps, Anika candidly discusses embracing her shadows in …

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Nov. 22, 2023

Thanksgiving Special with Bill Curry: Super Bowls, Setbacks, and Lomb…

In our Thanksgiving Eve episode of the Shadows Podcast Bowl, we have the privilege of hosting Bill Curry. Bill, a seasoned player and coach in both college and the NFL, shares his journey from facing challenges to achieving success. As …

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Nov. 27, 2023

Rachel Burch: From Holocaust Legacy to Comedy Stage - Love Before 100…

In this week's episode, Shadows Podcast welcomes the dynamic Rachel Burch, a former attorney turned comedian and the delightful host of the Love Before 100 Podcast! Join us as Rachel shares the incredible story of her grandparents' heroic journey as …

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Dec. 4, 2023

From Arts to Admissions: Mindi Trimble's Journey to The Bubble Wrap C…

In this Shadows Podcast episode, meet Mindi Trimble, known as "The Bubble Wrap of Life and College Coaching." Mindi shares her journey from growing up in California to her early passion for Performing Arts. Tune in as she ref...

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Dec. 18, 2023

Sassy and Successful: Defying Life's Odds with Lisa Robinson

Get ready for an awe-inspiring journey on the Shadows Podcast as we sit down with the remarkable Lisa Robinson. 🌟 From growing up in Sumter, South Carolina, facing the challenges of a military family and witnessing her father's battle with …

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Dec. 24, 2023

Eat Mor Chikin: Inside the Secrets of Chick-fil-A's Success with Stev…

🎄✨ Welcome to a Christmas Eve Special Episode of The Shadows Podcast! 🎅✨ Join us in this festive celebration as we unravel the enchanting journey of Chick-fil-A's growth and success over the past three decades. Our special gu...

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Dec. 31, 2023

From the Heart of Dixie to the Gold Coast: Navigating Change in 2023

As the Shadows Podcast bids farewell to 2023 and steps into 2024, we reflect on a year characterized by a single, powerful word: change. In this brief recap episode, Tripp guides us through the intricacies of behind-the-scene...

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Jan. 8, 2024

Seven Blessings: A Conversation with Seven Second Summits Conqueror, …

This week on the Shadows Podcast, we're thrilled to host the incredible Jenn Drummond – a Guinness World Record Holder, Author, Podcast Host, and mother of seven! Jenn's life is a testament to seizing every small window of op...

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Jan. 22, 2024

A Soldier's Shadows: Spiritual and Military Journey with Jordan Biaso…

In the upcoming episode of the Shadows Podcast, we are honored to host Jordan Biasotti, an officer in the United States Army and the Intelligence Section Director for the 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne). Join us as Jordan...

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Feb. 5, 2024

From Runaway to Chief: Hope Skibitsky's Resilience Roadmap

As the Shadows Podcast embarks on a new chapter delving into the realm of Emotional Intelligence, we're kicking off our final stretch featuring one of our most requested guests: a twenty-seven-year retired Chief Master Sergea...

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