joe pellerito

This is a Remastered favorite episode from Season 1 - Ron has learned important lessons in his many roles as a Husband, Father, entrepreneur, educator, and leader - But it was a run-in with a proud Dad on the streets of College Station TX that taught him the phrase: "Today is the Day". That phrase has recentered him both in the small stuff and big stuff.

Other people mentioned in this show:
Terry Gates' Episode
Kenneth Joyner's Episode
Jeff Thorpe's Episode

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Trainer, Speaker, Author... and yes, Varsity Football Player! This is a RICH conversation around living with integrity, taking risks, being honest and inclusive.

Graci has been on a roller coaster the last several years... she went from publicly resigning her position at a well-paying job to starting her own successful international business -- AND HER BOOK LAUNCHES 4/18!!! 

GO, GRACI, GO!

SHOW NOTES
Get Graci's new book: RISING
GraciHarkema.com
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Linked In

ESports is HERE and if it's not already at your local school, it soon will be! You'll be surprised by the changing landscape happening right now and how ESports connects students - leading to real-world skills, millions in scholarships, and more. 

SHOW NOTES
Gaming Concepts
Generation ESports
Kristen Craft's Twitter
Kristen Craft's Linked In
Murphy Lynne's episode (Kristen's former student, Author of "Am I Invisible?")

Ruth abandoned her love of art to pursue a life in the US Army, LA police officer, and collegiate softball coach, but has since returned to that first love. Her most recent work is on display in Saugatuck, soon to travel to Chicago.

She offered to give back to her HS Alma Mater through an art workshop and was initially approved -- but a conservative new board then refused because of Ruth's background. Ruth quickly decided to speak up at the Board meeting and made a simple request: "Permanently withdraw my name from the Allendale High School Hall of Fame."

SHOW LINKS
Ruth's Gallery "The Journal Project" at Saugatuck Center for the Arts
Holland Sentinel Article by Sarah Leach

4 Years after an ALS diagnosis, Dave chooses to make moments happen, such as hosting the 3rd Last Annual Beach Week.  Recorded from the Gulf Coast, he invited 72 friends from all over the place, many who have left their original faith.  We discuss his book "Childish Things" and how his new non-profit "I am Dying out Loud" will live beyond him. 

SHOW LINKS
Season 2 ReChoice Episode when Dave and Joe first interact
Dave's Memoir: "Childish Things"
I am Dying Out Loud
Dave's "Dying Out Loud" Message with All Souls Community Church of West Michigan (Unitarian Universalist Congregation) NOTE: Dave begins his talk at the 28 min mark  

Becki unexpectedly loses a friend and it helps her gain perspective. Like a telescope, when you refocus and see things clearly, the view inspires us. 

Ruth Bader Ginsburg once said, “Real change, enduring change, happens one step at a time." Becki describes the steps she took to do what she loves today - working with refugees and others in their steps to become recognized citizens.

SHOW NOTES
LYIS : Lair-Ybanez Immigration Services PLLC

Ever wanted to start a podcast? Jason is involved with several shows, including the "#1 Gig Economy Podcast to Listen to in 2023". Jason surprised me with his personal topic and I'm happy for him. We celebrate his new steps for 2023 and toast to friendship.

SHOWNOTES
Gig Economy Podcast
Gig Economy #1 Show Article
Threads Podcast
Hey Guys Media Group
Season 1 Ep 12 when Jason and Ben were first on the show

Expectations for the Future? How about Finding Joy in the Present? Brianna M. Brown shares tools for gratitude, self-awareness, and impact. What 30 Days could do for you... and look out for The Dinsoaur.

SHOW NOTES
The Dinosaur Book and Puzzle with Preston, Landon, and Jaxon
Extreme Educator Challenge Journal (Amazon)
Extreme Educator Challenge Journal (Digital)

Follow Brianna on YouTube or Instagram
Brianna's email: briannambrown3913@gmail.com
https://linktr.ee/Bbrown3913

Begin your New Year with a walk around the neighborhood, a challenge to pick one word, and a reading about some stinky animals from Gayle Boss' book "All Creation Waits".  If you listen real closely, you may even hear an owl.

SHOW NOTES
Gayle Boss' Season 1 Episode

SEASON 4 BEGINS! Sarena launches her Christmas Album and YOU'LL LOVE IT!

SHOW NOTES:
Sarena's newest Album: RIVER
Facebook page: "Music that Raised Us"
Sarena's prior Season 1 Episode: RECLAIM

We recap our episodes from Season 3 with guest updates. Joe gives a "life update" and a forecast for Season 4.

SHOWNOTES
ReChoicePod.com
All Season 3 interviews in full
Vasavi Kumar's Book "Say it Out Loud"
Paul Cardall's "All Heart Adventures"
Threads Podcast: Life Unfiltered
The 6-Minute Diary
40 movie speeches in 2 minutes

This is an interview hosted by the Threads Podcast focusing on the unhoused in the Zeeland and Holland areas of West Michigan. The stats will surprise you and Terri Caldwell at Doors of Hope will help you rethink the challenge and what you can do about it.

SHOW NOTES
Doors of Hope - "City on a Hill"
Threads Podcast: Life Unfiltered

How can we embrace regret?  What happens if we don't?  What's the benefit of a rear-view mirror?  And a brief summary of the best Dude Trip ever.

Shane Naterman's Bio

When you hear this episode, you'll know what it means to wake up, CARPE DIEM, and Finish Strong.

Capturing Kids' Hearts by the Flippen Group
Read more about Vern HERE

From the Pre-Pandemic Vault (and cleaned up for better audio):  Kenny discusses motivation, failure, fatherhood, persistence, and the next generation.  POWERFUL episode!

SHOWNOTES
Kenny's book "Without a Father: From Fear to Faith"
Boys with a Purpose Website
Go to THIS LINK to see Kenneth, Raymond, and the Memminger Elem kids on the Steve Harvey Show.
Go HERE to see the "Everyday Heroes" local NBC Channel 2 news story that really shows how Kenny and Raymond.

You'll notice a voice-change in our house. It's time to laugh.

Happy Father's Day to all the Dads out there!

HAPPY PRIDE MONTH - This updated episode received a lot of good feedback.

LGBTQ+ AND THE CLASSROOM:  Gerry Crane and his partner Randy exchanged vows during a private commitment ceremony. By the next week, word spread that he had married a man. The gifted and once-treasured high school music teacher was  suddenly disparaged and pressured to resign by powerful community members with tragic consequences.

25 years later, Christine uses her skills as an attorney and writer to publish a moving book that recounts the story.  We discuss Gerry's leadership qualities and legacy.  What are the  implications for our school systems and how can we better empower LGBTQ+ students, parents, and educators?

Special thanks to Christine and others who contributed their voices to this episode:  Jayson Luce, Luke Rosenberg, Michele Siderman, Ken Rausch  (read by Jim Dells), and Jay Kaplan.

Order the book:  PRIVATE LOVE PUBLIC SCHOOL - GAY TEACHER UNDER FIRE
Contact Christine Yared
Article:  Examples of Straight Privilege
Press Release: Library of Michigan Announces 2022 Michigan Notable Book Awards

A "One Year Later" interview on the Threads Podcast hosted by Jason Tieri and Mike Van Drie, what's next for the ReChoice Podcast, and a Mental Health Check-up

SHOW LINKS
Threads Podcast: Life Unfiltered
Jim Dells' & Joe's original "Leaving Religion" episode on ReChoice
Threads Episode 123 with Jason, Ben, and Joe early last year first discussing this topic
Mike Van Drie's recent episode on ReChoice (Rucking, Transformation)

Last year, Matt re-envisioned a new career. Today, he's an Over-the-Road Trucker.  Before that, a Librarian, an Adjunct Professor, a Drug Rehab Counselor, a Security Guard, a Pastor and more.  What motivates him in these changes?  What's it like in the Trucker community?  How do you value Time? Matt answers several questions from listeners. 

This episode is dedicated to Matt's daughter Ellie. CONGRATS on your graduation - We wish you the best as a Hawkeye at the University of Iowa!

SHOWNOTES
Four Thousand Weeks: Time Management for Mortals by Oliver Burkeman
To learn more about truck driving as a career:
AboutTruckDriving.com
TruckingTruth.com 

School Administrators, this episode is for you. Yours can be a lonely position - but it shouldn't be!  Daniel Bauer is Author of "Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader" and Chief Ruckus Maker at Better Leaders Better Schools.

What is a Mastermind?  Why join forces with other administrators?  How will this help you WIN?   As Danny says, EVERYONE wins when YOU get better.

SHOWNOTES
Better Leaders Better Schools
Book Website  Use "RUCKUS" for 20% off the cover price + free shipping!
Subscribe to Danny's BLBS podcast on Apple
Subscribe to Danny's daily 5min or less "School Leadership Series" on Spotify
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