Logo
    Search

    Episode 34: Honest Conversation (w/ Rhodes Pierre)

    enJune 11, 2020

    About this Episode

    Hey everybody, I just want to let you know that this is a very important episode. With the climate the way it is, there is no way Adriana and I would want to talk about anything else right now. There is a struggle that has been going on for over four hundred years in this country, and is really brought to the forefront right now. We don't have to agree politically to agree that human rights matter. On the show today, we have Rhodes Pierre. He has been good friends with Adriana for 20 years. And I have known him from parties that Adriana has thrown over the years, as well as her wedding, which Rhodes officiated. Among many things he does, as you will hear, Rhodes is a stand-up comic. So, I had originally wanted to have him on to talk about the comedy world during this Coronavirus. Then everything literally blew up with the murder of George Floyd. We do touch on the comedy a bit here. But, the main focus is Rhodes' experiences as a Black man. The best thing we can do right now is listen. So, leave your opinions and judgments at the door, and listen to what Rhodes has to say. And don't worry, it's not all serious..cuz you know... Adriana...and if you know Rhodes...well, Rhodes.
    And one last thing...I will donate $2 for every download of this episode from now until next Friday, June 19 to Showing Up For Racial Justice and to the Providence NAACP. It will be a $200 max. So please download and share.

    Just one more note, about midway through, there are some audio difficulties for a very short time that I could not edit out. It may be around 20 minutes in, and doesn't last very long. Alright, now, sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.

    Interesting books mentioned in the podcast


    Rhodes and his comedy can be found on Facebook and
    the Facebook group MiCADELiC FB LIVE Stream - Open Mic Night: Saturdays & Wednesdays

    Adriana can be found on:

    Instagram at @ajoylifestyle

    email: adrianaf7@yahoo.com

    You can find The Rhode Runner in the following places:

    Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner

    Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner

    Facebook

    Please let us know if you have any questions or stories for us to read on the air. You can email TheRhodeRunner1@gmail.com

    You can also download and subscribe to the Journey of the Rhode Runner Podcast at:

    Apple Podcasts

    iHeartRadio

    Spotify

    Stitcher

    Or anywhere you normally get your podcasts from.

    Recent Episodes from Journey of the Rhode Runner

    Episode 5: The Joy Hour with Tom Lyman

    Episode 5: The Joy Hour with Tom Lyman

    Brace yourselves for a powerful episode! At the time of this recording, Tom Lyman has been sober for 26 months, and has started the massively growing non-profit organization, The Considerate Group.

    Tom gets very vulnerable with us, talking about his dark days, going on the verge of losing everything, and rising out of the ashes to starting Joy Hour and The Considerate Group.

    The aim of The Considerate Group is to create a culture of connection, providing a space of connection, healing, recovery and support. In addition of support classes and workshops, the centerpiece is organization is Joy Hour. What started as a group of 30 people gathering together for family fun, games, and activities, grew to over 200 people within a few weeks, and has been multiplying ever since. In just over 70 Joy Hour events, over 10,000 different people have attended!

    And if that was not enough, Tom has created The Joy Hour Podcast, where Tom interviews guests about hope, resilience, healing, and transformation.

    Tune in to hear about Tom's incredible transformation and inspiring journey!

    You can find Tom at

    https://www.theconsiderategroup.com/

    The Joy Hour Podcast, which can also be found on all podcasting apps as well as YouTube.

    Instagram: @tomthejoyhourguy

     

    Inspiring Journeys can be found on:

    Instagram: @InspiringJourneysPod

    Facebook

    Kerri can be found on

    Instagram: @running_with_the_rockstar

    Facebook: Every Run Has a Story

    You can find Adriana at:

    Instagram  @SoulFriendYoga

    email: adriana@soulfriendyoga

    Soulfriendyoga.com – Use the code SOUL20 for 20% off

    You can find The Rhode Runner in the following places:

    Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner

    Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner

    Facebook

    You can also download and subscribe to the Inspiring Journeys Podcast at:

    Apple Podcasts

    iHeartRadio

    Spotify

    Episode 4: Reclaiming Your Life with Jessica Rae

    Episode 4: Reclaiming Your Life with Jessica Rae

    Today we welcome the amazing Jessica Rae to the show! Jessica is a mentor/coach, author, creator, and speaker who helps women, especially single moms, break free and reclaim their life and independence. She is able to do this through the lessons she learned from her own experiences, which includes past toxic relationships and a scammer. Jessica not only survived, but has thrived, and is able to continue to be an awesome mom, and help others.

     

    Jessica can be found:

    2 accounts on Instagram: @truly.jessicarae and @digital.fierce.femmes

    Inspiring Journeys can be found on:

    Instagram: @InspiringJourneysPod

    Facebook

    Kerri can be found on

    Instagram: @running_with_the_rockstar

    Facebook: Every Run Has a Story

    You can find Adriana at:

    Instagram  @SoulFriendYoga

    email: adriana@soulfriendyoga

    Soulfriendyoga.com – Use the code SOUL20 for 20% off

    You can find The Rhode Runner in the following places:

    Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner

    Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner

    Facebook

    You can also download and subscribe to the Inspiring Journeys Podcast at:

    Apple Podcasts

    iHeartRadio

    Spotify

    Episode 3: Integrate With Kate DeCosta

    Episode 3: Integrate With Kate DeCosta

    Today's guest, Kate DeCosta, is on an inspiring journey. Kate was having some major health issues that doctors couldn't figure out. But that wasn't going to stop her! Kate's passion for health led her on a path of over a decade of researching and studying different symptoms, ailments, and treatments which led her to go to school at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.


    Kate is now a certified health coach. If you are struggling with your physical or mental health, and know that you need to make changes, but don't know where to begin, Kate is here to facilitate your healing using a holistic approach that integrates your mind, body, and soul.

     

    Kate can be found on:

    Instagram: @integrate.with.kate

    LinkedIn

    https://integratewithkate.net/

     

    Kerri can be found on

    Instagram: @running_with_the_rockstar

    Facebook: Every Run Has a Story

    You can find Adriana at:

    Instagram  @SoulFriendYoga

    email: adriana@soulfriendyoga

    Soulfriendyoga.com – Use the code SOUL20 for 20% off

    You can find The Rhode Runner in the following places:

    Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner

    Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner

    Facebook

    You can follow Inspiring Journeys on:

    Instagram: @InspiringJourneysPod

    Facebook

    You can also download and subscribe to the Inspiring Journeys Podcast at:

    Apple Podcasts

    iHeartRadio

    Spotify

    Episode 2: Be Genuine with Jenn Gray

    Episode 2: Be Genuine with Jenn Gray

    I hope you're all ready to be fired up and inspired today! Kerri and Paul welcome Jenn Gray to the show. Jenn has been on an adventerous and inspiring life journey. She is the proud single mom of 4 children, and an entreprenuer.

    On this episode, Jenn gets vulnerable as we dive into her challenges as she has transformed her life by being her genuine, authentic self.

    Despite what we see on social media, everybody has challenges to overcome. But we don't have to do it alone. So lets join our friend Jenn, and overcome our challenges together.

    Today's 22 Too Many veteran is

    Christopher Cooper

    Jenn hosts the podcast, Be Genuine with Jenn, which can be found on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and any other podcasting platform, including YouTube.

    Jenn can also be found on:

    Instagram: @imjenngray

    TikTok: @imjenngray

    LinkedIn

    https://imjenngray.com/

    Also, you can join Jenn's book club on Facebook

     

    Kerri can be found on

    Instagram: @running_with_the_rockstar

    Facebook: Every Run Has a Story

    You can find Adriana at:

    Instagram  @SoulFriendYoga

    email: adriana@soulfriendyoga

    Soulfriendyoga.com – Use the code SOUL20 for 20% off

    You can find The Rhode Runner in the following places:

    Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner

    Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner

    Facebook

    You can follow Inspiring Journeys on:

    Instagram: @InspiringJourneysPod

    Facebook

    You can also download and subscribe to the Inspiring Journeys Podcast at:

    Apple Podcasts

    iHeartRadio

    Spotify

    Episode 1: Defeating Anxiety with Misty Johnson

    Episode 1: Defeating Anxiety with Misty Johnson

    Inspiring Journeys welcomes our first guest, Misty Johnson! Misty had suffered from crippling anxiety. This anxiety contributed to Misty not being able to go to the gym for 7 years. But now she has returned stronger than ever! 

    Check out this episode to find out how she did it, and learn some advice for people who struggle from anxiety, and how to overcome it.

    Misty has lived an incredible journey so far. Be inspired by her strength, resilience, and grit!

    Also, this episode is dedicated to our 22 Too Many Veteran

    Chuck Stayton

    Charles Brandon “Chuck” Stayton, 29, died Tuesday, Feb. 1, 2011, at his home.
    He was born Aug. 25, 1981, in Benton, IL. He was a 1999 graduate from Benton Consolidated High School. He joined the U.S. Army, serving from January 2000 to August 2003 with the 82nd Airborne Division, 307 Engineer Battalion. He earned an associate degree from Rend Lake College in 2006.
    Chuck was an avid hunter and fisherman. Chuck loved his family and friends. He was a wonderful father and husband.

     

    Misty can be found at:

    https://growwithmisty.com/

    Facebook - Grow With Misty

     

    Inspiring Journeys is now on Instagram: @InspiringJourneysPod

    Facebook - Inspiring Journeys

    and can be emailed at InspiringJourneysPod@gmail.com

    Kerri can be found on

    Instagram: @running_with_the_rockstar

    Facebook: Every Run Has a Story

    You can find Adriana at:

    Instagram  @SoulFriendYoga

    email: adriana@soulfriendyoga

    Soulfriendyoga.com – Use the code SOUL20 for 20% off

    You can find The Rhode Runner in the following places:

    Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner

    Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner

    Facebook

    You can also download and subscribe to the Journey of the Inspiring Journeys Podcast at:

    Apple Podcasts

    iHeartRadio

    Spotify

    Welcome to Inspiring Journeys

    Welcome to Inspiring Journeys
    Embark on a transformative adventure with Inspiring Journeys, where every step is a story waiting to be told, and every tale sparks the flame of inspiration. Join Paul Stroessner, Adriana Ferns, and Kerri Nelson, as we navigate the profound narratives of those who've conquered mountains, faced challenges head-on, and emerged stronger than ever!
     
    We're more than a podcast. We're a movement. Our mission is twofold - share incredible stories that inspire, and encourage each listener to embark on their unique journey, discovering the paths they are meant to tread.
     
    On this episode, the hosts introduce themselves, and talk about their own journeys so far. 
     
    Inspiring Journeys can be found on:
     

    Kerri can be found on

    Instagram: @running_with_the_rockstar

    Facebook: Every Run Has a Story

    You can find Adriana at:

    Instagram  @SoulFriendYoga

    email: adriana@soulfriendyoga

    Soulfriendyoga.com – Use the code SOUL20 for 20% off

    You can find The Rhode Runner in the following places:

    Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner

    Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner

    Facebook

    You can also download and subscribe to the Journey of the Rhode Runner Podcast at:

    Apple Podcasts

    iHeartRadio

    Spotify

    Episode 100: Denny Krahe

    Episode 100: Denny Krahe

    We have arrived at the end of an era. This is the 100th and final episode of the Journey of the Rhode Runner podcast. We will be back next week as Inspirational Journeys.
    In the meantime, we have come full circle, as Paul welcomes Denny Krahe of Diz Runs Radio. Paul appeared on Episode 218 of this podcast in 2016 - 2 years before the Journey of the Rhode Runner podcast started.
    It is an honor to have Denny close out this era as we talk plenty of running. Not only is Denny a podcaster, but a running coach.
    We are also joined by Kerri Nelson, one of Denny's clients.
    Oh BTW, Kerri is now a permanent host of Inspiring Journeys!

    Join us in this epic episode!

     



    - Welcome Denny Krahe

    - Paul's episode on Diz Runs
    - Welcome Kerri Nelson. Co-host of the upcoming Inspirational Journeys podcast
    - Questions for Coach - When are you going to do a Spartan race? Heartrate training question.
    - Disney Marathon talk

    - Denny's start in coaching
    - Denny's start in podcasting
    - Coaching success stories
    - Denny's 2024 goals

    22 Too Many

    Brian Theobald

    Brian was a true proud American. He had served a month shy of nine years in the U.S. Air Force. He also has served two tours in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. His ultimate dream and goal was to become a special agent in the Air Force Office of Special Investigations. With Inspirations of his best friends and brothers, he accomplished his dream in 2014. During Brian’s life, he married his soul mate in 2010 and had a beautiful daughter later that year. His dedication and loyalty to his family was always top notch.
    TSgt Brian Theobald lost his battle with PTS on July 21, 2015. He was 27 years old.

    Also, check out the story of Sid Busch running his 200th marathon in honor of Brian:
    Running for their lives: Retired Navy man does marathons to honor fallen heroes

    Denny can be found on

    https://www.dizruns.com/
    Instagram (@dizruns)
    Facebook - The Diz Runs Tribe
    X (Formerly known as Twitter) - @DizRuns

    The Diz Runs Radio podcast can be found on:
    Apple podcasts

    Spotify

    And anywhere else you find your podcasts.

    Kerri can be found on

    Instagram: @running_with_the_rockstar

    Facebook: Every Run Has a Story

     

    You can find Adriana at:

    Instagram  @SoulFriendYoga

    email: adriana@soulfriendyoga

    Soulfriendyoga.com – Use the code SOUL20 for 20% off

    You can find The Rhode Runner in the following places:

    Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner

    Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner

    Facebook

    You can also download and subscribe to the Journey of the Rhode Runner Podcast at:

    Apple Podcasts

    iHeartRadio

    Spotify

    Episode 99: 24 for '24

    Episode 99: 24 for '24

    On this solo episode, I present to you my 24 goals for 2024. I learned about this from Gretchen Rubin's podcast, Happier with Gretchen Rubin.

    Next episode, we will be hosting our awesome guest, Denny Krahe, of Diz Runs Radio. Denny is also a running coach, so please drop any questions below for him.

    Today's 22 Too Many veteran:

    Christopher Boe

    ‘Sgt. Christopher Boe served from 1989 to 1994 as an armor. He loved his job serving in the Montana State Guard. He volunteered to go to Kuwait. My family is all military and Christopher served for 5 years. He was a strong man and a father to four amazing kids. We were both deployed for a long time. Drove big rigs for the rest of his life until the demon came – he couldn’t get past his deployment. My brother took his life December 24, 2015.’ Shared by his sister, Kaufi

    Christopher was from Helena, MT and later lived in West Linn, OR


    You can find Adriana at:

    Instagram  @SoulFriendYoga

    email: adriana@soulfriendyoga

    Soulfriendyoga.com – Use the code SOUL20 for 20% off

    You can find The Rhode Runner in the following places:

    Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner

    Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner

    Facebook

    You can also download and subscribe to the Journey of the Rhode Runner Podcast at:

    Apple Podcasts

    iHeartRadio

    Spotify

    Episode 98: Adriana's Final Rhode Runner Episode. Coming Soon...Inspiring Journeys

    Episode 98: Adriana's Final Rhode Runner Episode. Coming Soon...Inspiring Journeys

    Happy New Year! Get ready for some huge changes! As we count down to Episode 100 of Journey of the Rhode Runner, we are preparing for a rebranding. Episode 100 will be the final episode of Journey of the Rhode Runner. Then the following week, Adriana and I will start Inspiring Journeys. We will also be partnered with a new co-host as well.
    This will be Adriana's final episode before the rebrand. So we reflect on some great times we had with all our awesome guests.
    So, please enjoy the show!

    • Adriana's upcoming book - How to Find a Personal Trainer
    • Adriana's appearance on the Rhody Strength Podcast
    • Adriana's one-word theme - EVOLUTION
    • Coming Soon...Inspiring Journeys
    • Roll Call and Reflections of all the previous guests
    • 22 Too Many Veteran

    Brent Rimer


    You can find Adriana at:

    Instagram  @SoulFriendYoga

    email: adriana@soulfriendyoga

    Soulfriendyoga.com – Use the code SOUL20 for 20% off

    You can find The Rhode Runner in the following places:

    Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner

    Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner

    Facebook

    You can also download and subscribe to the Journey of the Rhode Runner Podcast at:

    Apple Podcasts

    iHeartRadio

    Spotify

    Journey of the Rhode Runner
    enJanuary 11, 2024

    Episode 97: One-Word Themes of 2024

    Episode 97: One-Word Themes of 2024

    This will be the last episode of the year, and we are closing out with a great one! Kerri Nelson is back, and we have an incredible conversation about our one-word themes of the year. We honor veteran Abraham Cruz. Then Kerri turns the tables on me with her journalistic skills as she interviews me about my military background, and then we get some behind-the-scenes view of Kerri's experience as a journalist and photographer.
    We just keep getting better and better, folks!
    Enjoy this episode, and let us know what your one-word theme of 2024 will be!

    • Washington Bridge Fiasco
    • One-Word Theme
      • Kerri - THRIVE
      • Paul - FIRE
    • 22 Too Many Veteran

    Abraham Cruz

    • Military Talk
    • Journalism Talk

     

     

    Kerri can be found on

    Instagram: @running_with_the_rockstar

    Facebook: Every Run Has a Story

     

    You can find Adriana at:

    Instagram  @SoulFriendYoga

    email: adriana@soulfriendyoga

    Soulfriendyoga.com – Use the code SOUL20 for 20% off

    You can find The Rhode Runner in the following places:

    Twitter: @TheRhodeRunner

    Instagram: @TheRhodeRunner

    Facebook

    You can also download and subscribe to the Journey of the Rhode Runner Podcast at:

    Apple Podcasts

    iHeartRadio

    Spotify