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Strength Through The Struggle's podcast

The Strength Through the Struggle Podcast shares stories of real people and the real challenges they have had to go through. The stories are honest. Neither the guest each week, or the host, Mark Goblowsky shy’s away from the truth... sometimes life is hard, really hard but we have what it takes to overcome all obstacles. We are all going through something. We each have what it takes to overcome. We are not alone. Success leaves clues and each guest shares how they overcame their own struggle and the strength they gained as a result. From a blind man who climbed Mount Everest to a Super Bowl champ who, just a few years later had to sell his Super Bowl ring to pay his rent. From people going through divorce and financial collapse who rebuilt their life to people who have lost a child to death and how they built a charity to help others. Each person found the strength and wisdom to not just overcome but to be stronger as a result of having to go through their struggle. We aren’t always prepared for the challenges that show up in our lives but as a community, we can overcome and be stronger for it.
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Episode 40: Jenelle Shamrell 0
Oct 31, 2016
Jenelle Shamrell is mom to 6. At the age of 2, her youngest son Caleb went in for a medically necessary tonsillectomy. After complications following surgery, Caleb was prounounced brain dead. Shortly after, Caleb passed away. In the years that have followed, she has guided not only herself but her other five children through the process of grieving. Her family has developed a phrase: 
This level of sucktitude requires an equal level of bad-assery. 
Jenelle and her husband made the decision to honor Caleb by donating his organs. Jenelle has become passionate about organ donation since that time. She and her family have created the Alive in Me Foundation in honor of Caleb. 
Episode 39: David Beard 0
Oct 27, 2016
David Beard grew up in a home with a single mother who was involved with alcohol, drugs, and questionable men. From a young age, David was the man of the house. He and his brothers took care of his mother. Despite her dysfunction, David's mother always reminded him "God made you special." This powerful reminder has remained with David to this day. He now reminds his own children of the same principle. 
 
David is now a passionate educator, working with teachers to provide a positive environment for children with similar situations. David believes in the power of faith, influence, and the spoken word. He daily reminds himself that as long as we do the best we can every day in every way, we can get better and better. 
Episode 38: Justin Constantine 0
Oct 24, 2016
Justin Constantine volunteered for deployment to Iraq in 2006, serving as a Civil Affairs Team Leader. While there, he was shot in the back of the head by a sniper. Miraculously he survived, largely due to the quick thinking and incredible skill of his comrades, who risked their lives to save his.  
 
Justin was shot in October 2006. He was back to work June 2007. Justin has since found opportunities to help civilians and service members alike. Through his incredible experiences and recovery, Justin has built bridges to increase understanding and healing as each individual overcomes their own unique obstacles. His mantra is: "You're stronger than you think you are. You can overcome any adversity in life."
Episode 37: Matt Miller 0
Oct 20, 2016
Matt Miller is a graduate of the Air Force Academy. He was a pilot who traveled to 35 countries during 3 years of service as a transport pilot. Despite his accolades and success, and a deep love for his country, Matt knew the Air Force wasn't for him. Following the transition from the military, Matt found great financial success. Through a series of events, his world took a turn for the worse. He and his family found themselves in financial ruin, at times gathering aluminum cans to collect whatever cash they could. 
Matt found success as an entrepreneur a few short years later. His company now serves schools all over the world through passive income. Inspired by the principles found in Rich Dad, Poor Dad, Matt now enjoys financial success and freedom with the support of his family. 

 

Episode 36: Cari Lyons 0
Oct 17, 2016

Carri Lyons gave birth to a stillborn son at 22 weeks. A year after such an unexpected tragedy, she learned she had endometrial cancer. As a demonstration of her personal strength, only one year after her diagnosis, Carri ran her two marathons in 4 weeks. Following an unbelievable few years, Carri and her husband decided to bike from Utah to Nebraska in an effort to raise money to adopt a child from Ethiopia.

Carri has written about her experiences in a book called Along Came Hope. Her hope is that people remember it only takes one step to move forward.

Episode 35: Hogan Hilling 0
Oct 13, 2016

Hogan Hilling made the decision to get divorced after discovering his wife had broken the circle of trust in many ways, including embezzlement. After staying home for 20 years to care for his disabled son, Hogan found himself unfamiliar with the job market, lacking in his marketable skills, and unsure where to turn.

After removing the dysfunctional people from his life, Hogan found himself buying a car, buying a home, and making positive changes in his life. Despite naysayers and no college education, he has now authored and published eight books with more on the way. Hogan’s aim is to use the pain he’s gone through to help other people.

Episode 34: Phillip Carson 0
Oct 10, 2016
Dr. Phillip Carson spent over 10 years building a thriving natural medicine business, only to lose everything and file bankruptcy. After an affirming prayer of hope, a job opportunity came along. Seven years after filing for bankruptcy, Dr. Carson sold his portion of a new business and paid off all his debts. 
 
Dr. Carson is now a successful pharmacist, natural medicine practitioner, coach, and businessman. He credits his success to his faith in Almighty God. His advice is to don’t quit living, don’t quit giving, and never lose your faith.
Episode 33: Philip McKernon 0
Oct 6, 2016

Philip McKernan helps people find their gifts. Listen as he discusses the difference between talents and gifts, finding a gift within you that serves others, and discovering your true, authentic story without beating yourself up. 

Episode 32: Marshall Bone 0
Oct 3, 2016

Marshall Bone was at the peak of success, working for one of the most successful companies in the world. Despite his success, however, his efforts to keep up with the lifestyles of others came to a dramatic halt when he and his family lost their home in 2008. He, his wife, and his son were homeless for two and a half years, relying on the mercy of family members, friends, and even perfect strangers to provide a bed while they struggled to get back on their feet. Only after a pastor saw past the metaphorical brick wall Marshall had build around himself did he begin to see hope. Now Marshall and his family have a place of their own. More significant is the peace, hope, and faith that has been restored to him and his family. 

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