Picking up where Part 1 left off, we continue our conversation with Dr. Feerrar, diving into his approaches to classroom management, mastery of the material, and the strategies that made him an effective educator. We discuss his dissertation and parent-of-the-bride speech — both with fun Harry Potter connections — and the ways he engaged students, from reading letters from local veterans to fostering respect, mentorship, and a love of the outdoors.
Whether you’re a past, current, or future educator, there’s plenty to learn from Dr. Feerrar’s detailed look at what it really takes to teach with impact.
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In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, I sit down with Dr. Feerrar, my 8th-grade teacher, longtime mentor, and dear friend — a legendary educator whom anyone who had the opportunity to learn from was lucky to have. We explore how his early experiences at home and in school shaped his eventual approach to teaching, walking us through 1st grade to PhD with memorable stories.
Along the way, we uncover his love of history and genealogical detective work, hear the unbelievable story of how he ended up teaching 8th grade at Bryn Athyn Church School, and the car trouble that pushed him to meet his wife Joy — a little nudge from the divine out of his comfort zone that changed the course of his story.
And yes — as part of my permission to record with Dr. Feerrar, I was assigned my first homework assignment since 8th grade… will I earn a “PhD” by the end of Part 2? Tune in to find out in Part 2!
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Jeanne Alix Smith grew up shaped by a chapter of World War II few people know. Born in Mauritius, off the coast of Madagascar, she was raised by unsung heroes of the war—her parents, Percy and Berthe Mayer—who served as covert intelligence agents in Madagascar, a region critical to Allied shipping routes and the balance of power in the Indian Ocean. Had they not done what they did, World War II—and the world as we know it today—may have turned out very differently.
This episode explores their story through the eyes of their daughter. We talk about childhood, escape, the joy of simplicity, leaving home, building a life across continents, and why preserving stories like these matters.
Welcome to episode thirty-two.
To read more, see the scanned newspaper article and the book Secret War Heroes linked below.
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Durban’s Unsung Heroes Percy and Bearte Mayer
Secret War Heroes: The Men of Special Operations Executive
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If you grew up in Bryn Athyn and love cars, you probably remember Ric’s blue-and-white striped Shelby Cobra rolling through the Fourth of July parade or, years later, seeing him fly his original PA-18 Pitcairn autogiro over town.
But if you don’t really know Ric, this episode is the perfect introduction.
Ric’s fascination with speed and risk started young. A lifelong love of flying—sparked by RC aircraft—eventually led Ric to fly for the family business, Asplundh Tree Company, where his grandfather Lester instilled a deep work ethic. That path later culminated in a career at American Airlines, from which Ric retired three years ago. Along the way, Ric spent time restoring antique aircraft at Trenton Robbinsville, helping preserve aviation history.
We talk advice for aspiring pilots, the future of aviation (including autonomous aircraft), the story behind the Pitcairn autogiro, aerobatics, ultralight flying, and—of course—our shared love for pugs.
Welcome to episode thirsty-one.
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Gregg had to grow up quickly in the concrete jungle of Philadelphia. His home life was shaped by the weight his father carried home from Vietnam, and by age 13 he was already working. Struggling to find acceptance and belonging, he turned to drugs and alcohol to disconnect. Things began to shift when his wife Kerry introduced him to community, leading him to join SWET, a men’s group that helped him confront his past. More recently, breaking his back forced him to keep facing the pain he’d long carried—guiding him toward becoming a better husband and father.
His journey is a call to men to laugh more, be honest, truly know their friends, and have the real conversations that free us from our past so we can help strengthen the next generation. Every mistake taught him something, and while he wishes he didn’t have to walk through hell to find a bit of heaven, he’s grateful for where it led.
Welcome to episode thirty.
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Kathy has been my health guide and guru for the past five years, walking a unique path: chiropractor → physical therapist → Chinese medicine → anatomy educator → lifelong student. She’s suffered 7 concussions, dissected over 2,700 cadavers, faced the valley of the shadow of death in her 20s, and relearned how to be in her body — turning her journey into a calling to help others heal.
In this episode, Kathy shares her story, and interwoven throughout, we explore how medical schools need to emphasize critical thinking more, the implications of overreliance on AI in healthcare, what babies can teach us about posture, what dissecting real bodies reveals about living ones, the future of concussion recovery (including NeuroLabs), why breathing matters more than eating, and much much more…
Welcome to episode twenty-nine!
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Dooley’s Healthy Life Tips: “Eat less, breathe more, think less, move more, hurt less, laugh more, frown less, smile more, jog less, sprint more, sit less, walk more, stress less, love more.”
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David Norman has worn three uniforms—Navy, Air Force, and Marine—serving as an anesthesiologist and senior medical officer. From landing in the Philippines during an active coup to witnessing the 1991 eruption of Mt. Pinatubo, and later serving in one of the hottest zones of the Iraq War in Fallujah, Dave has seen the realities of war up close.
Dave carries one of the strongest faiths I’ve ever encountered, helping him endure and overcome everything he’s lived through.
In this episode, hear from someone who was actually there—why the U.S. actually went to Iraq in 2003, the hard lessons only firsthand experience can teach, and much, much more....
Welcome to episode twenty-eight.
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Five days after birth, Conrad Burnett was taken by DCFS with heroin in his system and adopted into the Burnett foster home. By 12, life started going downhill, and by 18, he was homeless, struggling with depression, and eventually incarcerated.
Through serving the homeless, someone gave him a second chance, and Conrad began the journey of turning his life around—ultimately working his way up to CEO at Just-Ice. His story is a testament that we don’t have to let life consume us and that—even in our imperfections—the Lord guides us toward redemption and serving others.
Welcome to episode twenty-seven.
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Conrad's Story Graduating from Growing Home
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Do you want to love authentically — and live fearlessly, with joy and confidence in your salvation? Today, Clark Echols and I dive into how that life is promised through following the Lord, and how Jesus shows us what secure attachment with God really looks like.
Clark is a minister-turned-licensed mental health counselor, passionately leading spiritual growth small groups — which he believes may be the future of the church! He shares the transformational milestones of his life, including how he developed a relationship with suffering after profound loss, and reminds us that it’s possible to find joy and satisfaction in the present moment, regardless of what’s going on — though it takes work.
This episode is a spiritual digest: an invitation to do the inner work we’re all called to, and a roadmap for letting love ripple through every part of your life.
Welcome to episode twenty-six.
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Christmas Readings Young Adults
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Today, we explore the story behind the therapist — how Bri Kern’s own experiences, including a devastating series of losses and lessons no one ever wants to face, led her to the work she does today as a licensed mental health professional and founder of Mind Body Heart Counseling.
We explore how childhood shapes the way we love and parent, how grief often hides as anger, and the importance of fully allowing ourselves to feel it.
Bri has been one of the steady voices on my team of healers, and I’m grateful to bring her and her story to you.
Welcome to [REMOTE] episode twenty-five.
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Reflections
"Jesus said to him, ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.’” — Matthew 22:37
Why would your own mind try to tear you down?
Curtis Childs and I explore that question through the lens of spirituality, mental health, and the unseen influences that shape our inner world. Curtis—host of Off The Left Eye and a lifelong student of Emanuel Swedenborg’s teachings—shares how faith, awareness, and understanding the thoughts that harm us can help us separate from destructive thoughts and find peace.
We also unpack why healing requires more than religion alone—and how the many paths to God form a richer, more connected humanity.
Welcome to [REMOTE] episode twenty-four.
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Oh, Esther—where do I even begin?!
Following our recording, Esther shared two guiding teaching philosophies that have guided her life and work:
1) “Don’t be a lemming!” — her daily mantra urging students to think independently and resist the pull to conformity.
2) “Climb the lexicographical ladder of learning.” — her call to grow intellectually by expanding one’s vocabulary and deepening understanding through language.
Whether you’re a former student or meeting her for the first time, you won’t want to miss this conversation with one of the Academy’s most iconic English teachers and housemothers. Her love for her students and her desire to prepare them for life left a mark on a generation—defining what became known as the Esther Era.
Welcome to episode twenty-three.
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Last night was one of the most anticipated nights of the year in my hometown — ButtonFest. It’s a house concert held every Charter Day weekend, basically our town’s homecoming.
PokeJawn, founded by James Lindrooth and Mark, started a few years back as a last-minute solution when the band Wheatus (yeah, the ones who sing Teenage Dirtbag) needed an opener for the original ButtonFest. James and Mark stepped up to the plate, masterfully created multiple songs — and just like that, PokeJawn was born.
I don’t think I’ve ever laughed harder during an episode. I could barely keep it together. We get into how James and Mark first met, the origin and evolution of PokeJawn, a lyric dissection game, and some very curious audience-submitted questions.
Welcome to episode twenty-two.
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Donnie Jones Bag of Bones prank calls
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Yasin is a longtime family friend, and this was my first time visiting his home and seeing him in person in nearly a decade. His story is remarkable—growing up in Pakistan, immigrating to the U.S. in pursuit of the American Dream, and building both a thriving medical practice and successful real estate ventures. Along the way, he achieved great success but also came dangerously close to losing it all.
His journey is a powerful reminder that anyone can start from nothing and create the life they want. Now in his 60s, Yasin is having more fun than ever, diving into new development projects that keep his mind sharp and engaged.
One of my biggest takeaways: Yasin doesn’t pursue wealth out of insatiable desire—he simply loves the process. Why stop doing something you enjoy? And as he puts it, keeping your mind busy is one of the best defenses against decline later in life.
Welcome to episode twenty-one.
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In this milestone 20th episode, I sit down with Glenn Bostock—founder and CEO of SnapCab—and Kendall Hyatt for one of my favorite conversations yet.
Glenn’s story is inspiring: he struggled in school, but outside of it, he built sophisticated inventions like sailboats, gliders, and hot air balloons. His love for woodworking grew into a career, and what started as a dream of running a small woodshop evolved—through trial, error, and comfort with failure—into two companies with 140 employees!
With Kendall’s guidance, Glenn is now refining those ideas into his upcoming Forbes Books release, Becoming a Human Business (May 2026). Kendall also shares her own journey of finding her voice and embracing her strengths and weaknesses within SnapCab’s caring environment, offering a powerful perspective on what it truly means to build—and live—a human business.
What a fun and refreshing conversation this was—welcome to episode twenty!
P.S. We recorded in a SnapCab Pod—it blocked out the office noise and made for the perfect recording space. Highly recommend!
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Rev. Willard Heinrichs—“Opi”—might be the last true cowboy. From growing up on a Canadian farm with nine siblings and no electricity to riding horseback from Canada to Mexico, working cattle, serving in the U.S. Forest Service, rock climbing in Yosemite, and ministering in Newfoundland and Africa, Opi’s life reads like a western novel.
At the center of it all is his 60-year marriage to Vanessa and his strong faith. This episode is packed with adventure, wisdom, and life lessons that will inspire you to love deeper, live braver, and step into the wild.
Recording this episode was a joy and an honor. By the end, Opi felt like my own grandpa. I can’t wait for you to hear his stories. Welcome to episode nineteen.
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In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Bronwen Mayer Henry — painter, meditation practitioner, and so much more. My connection to her and her art dates back over a decade, when I was gifted my first painting of hers — an elephant — which has hung beside my bed ever since, serving as a daily reminder of strength, gentleness, and resilience.
Bronwen shares her journey before and during her cancer diagnosis, how painting became a restorative practice, and why she chooses joy over perfection in art and life. We explore how meditation, creativity, and spirituality intersect in her life today.
Her reflections remind us that healing is as much emotional, spiritual, and creative as it is physical. For anyone facing suffering — or seeking to reconnect with creativity — this conversation offers inspiration.
Welcome to episode eighteen.
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Book: Radioactive Painting: How a Cancer Treatment Lit Up My Creative Practice
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Grayson Zuber’s story can’t be put in a box—he’s more than a stone mason, a musician, or someone who has battled addiction. Being in his presence felt almost angelic, and hearing him share both his words and music was unforgettable.
The morning after our conversation, Grayson texted me this:
“I try not to ruminate too much on the infinities I omitted. But I do wish I would have conveyed this about addiction and recovery: there is immense beauty in this precious life, and we miss it if we cannot also bear witness to tremendous pain. Two types of suffering: One that we run away from, and it follows us all around our life, and the other that we face directly and in doing so become free.”
That message captures the heart of his story: recovery, presence, and finding freedom through facing pain.
Welcome to episode seventeen.
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Reflections:
“You can either drive the boat right into the storm or try to run from it. Either way, you’re going to meet that storm at some point. But if you run into it now and face it directly, you may get through it quicker and there will be light on the other side. Or you can run, and the storm will catch up to you eventually.” – Phoebe Kessler, EMDR
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Trent Odhner and I go way back to when I was 11, and he’s always been a stand-up man. Usually someone who stays off the socials, Trent joins me to share his story. In this episode, we dive into his roots, his six-month journey becoming a scuba instructor in Thailand—including close calls with jellyfish and naval ordnance—his White House internship under President Clinton (who knew him by first name), and building his own dive business in the Virgin Islands. We also discuss his transition into law enforcement, the lessons he’s learned, generational shifts, and the realities of policing today.
I had a blast catching up with Trent, and this episode is full of stories, perspective, and inspiration to step out of your comfort zone.
Welcome to episode sixteen.
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“People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
“If I die, at least I’ll die doing something I love.”
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Ever wonder what happened to PECO's century-old abandoned power plants? In this episode, filmmaker John Kramer takes us inside the forgotten world of Philadelphia’s Electric Company and its once-grand stations. His upcoming documentary Electric Rust (co-directed with Ben Kees) uncovers the rise, fall, and human stories behind these massive, cathedral-like structures that once powered entire cities.
We explore John’s lifelong fascination with abandoned places, the history of these plants, and what it’s really like to step inside them today—scrappers, nature reclaiming the ruins, dangers, and all. He also shares stories from former workers, the challenges of filming in decaying spaces, and his vision for how Electric Rust will keep this lost history alive.
If you’ve ever stared at a crumbling industrial building and thought, What happened in there?—this conversation is for you.
Welcome to episode fifteen.
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YouTube: Electric Rust
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