The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes Chicago's very own Mario Herrera to the podcast. He is a 2019 Chicago Golden Gloves Boxing Champion. He is a pro boxer, with a record of 9-0 with seven knockouts. He is also a Chicago Police Officer. He is going to tell us all about his journey. From troubled times in his youth, to college football and dealing with a major knee injury, all the way to the boxing gym and becoming a champion. His story is incredible, ins...

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes Chicago's very own Talia Halvorsen to the show. She is a Three-time USA Youth Boxing Champion, Two-time Silver Gloves Boxing Champion, and an Olympic Trials Silver Medalist. She will tell us all about her journey, from hitting the gym at the age of thirteen, winning five boxing championships, all the way to competing at the 2024 Olympic Trials. She is a pro boxer now, with a record of 2-0. Her story is inspiring, motivating, and ...

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes both Mr. Richard Englund, my 3rd and 4th grade teacher - and Miss Janet Smith, my 5th and 6th grade teacher, from James Otis School in Chicago, IL. They are here to chat about their teacher journeys. What is was like teaching back at James Otis, their experiences teaching in the Chicago public school system, and what is was like teaching ME and my fellow classmates back in the day. We will also discuss how important and inspirational t...

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes Chicago's very own Cortney Hall to the show. Cortney is the Host/Producer of NBC's Chicago Today, and Host of her NEW show, NBC's Open House Chicago. Cortney is here to tell us all about her journey. She will talk about growing up in the Chicagoland area, attending the prestigious Medill School of Journalism at Northwestern University, all the way to becoming one of the top television media personalties here in Chicago. Her story...

In this episode we will discuss habits, how to start new habits, and how to change and/or get rid of old habits that continue to drag us down. Habits can sneak up on us without even thinking about them. Come join us as we discuss how to try and start new habits, stay consistent with them, and to make us better just one day at a time. Send us a text

In this episode we will discuss the importance of consistency, and how it can improve your way of life. It is the foundation of success. Consistency makes us better. It creates momentum to get us through those tough times when motivation is at its lowest. Come join us as we concentrate on consistency, and how we can lean on it to make us better one day at a time. Send us a text

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes Ashley Bond for part 2 of her incredible story. Ashley will discuss how she competed at the next level for Miss USA. She will also discuss how she got into personal training. She will talk about her acting career and her being a SAG AFTRA Member. She continues to always move forward and encourages everyone to JUST KEEP MOVING! Her story is both inspiring and motivating. Better Never Stops! Ashley Bond never stop...

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes Ashley Bond. Ashley was Miss Illinois 2009. She was also a Chicago Luvabull with the Chicago Bulls organization for six years. She is a SAG AFTRA Member and a personal trainer. She is here to talk about her journey. From growing up in Streamwood, IL, dancing with the Joffrey Ballet at the age of six at The Chicago Civic Opera House - all the way to competing for Miss USA. She always keeps going! Her story is bot...

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes Matt "Dr." Fink. Matt was an original member and keyboardist for the legendary Prince and the Revolution band. Matt will tell us all about growing up in Minneapolis. How he got started in music and why he liked playing keyboards. He will discuss getting his audition to play for Prince, how he became a member of Prince's first band, and then becoming a member of the Revolution. He will discuss all the albums, the music, the ...

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes my special guest, my wife Karen Garcia. Join us as we discuss the parenting lessons that we learned, raising our two wonderful kids. We'll discuss if there is ever a perfect time to be a parent. Not trying to parent your children the very same way. Also, why your kids should not be the only ones who need to grow up too. Karen has been a wonderful mom to both of our kids. It was so great to chat with her about our pare...

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes Lauren Thompson. Lauren currently works with NBC Sports. She worked at Golf Channel and was a Co-host on the fabulous Morning Drive Show. Lauren will tell us all about her journey. She will talk about her strong work ethic, ever since she was thirteen years old. How she wanted to be a nurse, pursue a modeling career, interview wrestlers, and how she got her big break on The Golf Channel. She will also talk about her b...

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes my special guest, my daughter Jordan Garcia. Jordan is going to discuss how reading has been so beneficial to her, ever since she was a little girl. We will also discuss the benefits of reading, and why we both love and encourage reading all the time. She will also discuss how she read an incredible fifty-eight books in one year. AMAZING! Better Never Stops! My daughter Jordan never stops! Send us a text

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes Matthew Rodrigues. Matt is the Host/Producer of NBC's Chicago Today, Host of Matt in The Morning's on NBC, and the Host of the two time GLAAD nominated series, "It's OK to Ask Questions," on The Peacock Network. Matt won an Emmy Award for his work on NBC's Chicago Today. Matt will tell us all about his journey. How he pursued acting and how he got into hosting. How he got his first big hosting opportunity in San Francisco.&...

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes Steve Kashul. Steve hosted the Chicago Bulls on TV/Radio for 24 years and won two Emmy Awards for his work. He currently hosts The Golf Scene on CHSN Chicago, starting its 32nd year. He was also inducted into the Illinois "16 Softball Hall of Fame back in 2009. Steve will tell us all about his story. How he got started with his broadcasting career. How he got his big break covering the Chicago Bulls during the Dynast...

The Better Never Stops Podcast welcomes Fernando Perez from Foxhole Training Systems in Wheeling, IL. Fernando will tell us his story, from his humble beginnings, the very tough neighborhoods he lived in, his personal losses, his personal struggles, his military service, and all the way up to becoming a successful entrepreneur. His story is both inspiring and incredibly motivating. Better Never Stops! Fernando will NEVER stop! Send us a text

Happy 2025 my friends! In this first episode of Season #2, we will talk about Journaling and how it has helped me the last several years cope with grief, setting my goals, help with expressing my emotions, and a whole lot more. I am hoping some of my tips will help you want start journaling, so that it can help you the same way it has helped me. Better Never Stops! Send us a text

In this episode, I will talk about my Better Never Stops "Six Year Anniversary" which falls on Black Friday. I will chat about how things have gone in the last six years, and what I plan on doing to continue to strive to get better at one thing every...single...day. I'll describe what my health, diet, workout, and personal goals look like as we move into 2025, and how I feel this coming year will be my greatest ever. Send us a text

In this episode we will chat with one of my very best buddies - my friend Carlos. He is like a little brother to me. We'll talk about his Better Never Stops story. How he has dealt with his weight issues since he was a little kid. How he decided what was best for him to lose weight, and how his lifestyle changes and workout habits have consistently contributed to his achieving his weight goals. Better Never Stops! Carlos Never Stops! Send us a text

In this episode we will discuss how both fruits and veggies can be a very important part of a well balanced diet for you. How to try and implement them into a more consistent option for you. Also, to keep them handy on your kitchen counter late afternoons and into the evening, and to just keep it simple. Send us a text

In this episode we will update you on what is on tap for future episodes of the podcast. More guests on the podcast will share their Better Never Stops stories. Stay tuned! Send us a text