An Army of Normal Folks

<p>Our country’s problems will never be solved by a bunch of fancy people in nice suits talking big words on CNN and Fox, but by <em>An Army of Normal Folks</em> just deciding “hey, I can help.” Hosted by Coach Bill Courtney from the Oscar-winning Undefeated, this podcast is building the Army and celebrating its extraordinary members. New episodes are released every Tuesday. </p>

When Your Brother Is Your Enemy

On this episode of Shop Talk, Coach Bill responds to an Army member's question about how to heal and hopefully reconcile with his brother. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-22
11:19

Bob Muzikowski: If I Get Half, My Neighbor Gets Half (Pt 1)

After accidentally moving next to the worst housing project in America, Bob Muzikowski dug in. He started a little league for its kids, then intentionally moved into the hood on Chicago’s West Side, and started the largest inner-city little league in the country there. Finally, when Bob sold part of his company, he donated 50% of his earnings to build a world-class school there called Chicago Hope Academy. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-19
50:04

Bob Muzikowski: If I Get Half, My Neighbor Gets Half (Pt 2)

After accidentally moving next to the worst housing project in America, Bob Muzikowski dug in. He started a little league for its kids, then intentionally moved into the hood on Chicago’s West Side, and started the largest inner-city little league in the country there. Finally, when Bob sold part of his company, he donated 50% of his earnings to build a world-class school there called Chicago Hope Academy. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-19
01:20:46

Building Your Bench

For "Shop Talk", Coach Bill responds to a listener's question about two challenges that nonprofits face: 1) A declining number of volunteers 2) When to transfer leadership to the next generation. And Bill somehow relates this to football. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-15
12:57

Todd Komarnicki: Bringing Bonhoeffer To The Big Screen (Pt 1)

Todd was the producer of Elf, writer of Sully, and is the producer, writer, and director of the upcoming film Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin. Dietrich Bonhoeffer was a normal pastor who had the courage to stand up to Hitler, rescued Jews, joined a conspiracy to assassinate Hitler, and was ultimately hanged for his defiance. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-12
57:24

Todd Komarnicki: Bringing Bonhoeffer To The Big Screen (Pt 2)

Todd was the producer of Elf, writer of Sully, and is the producer, writer, and director of the upcoming film Bonhoeffer: Pastor. Spy. Assassin. Dietrich Bonhoeffer was a normal pastor who had the courage to stand up to Hitler, rescued Jews, joined a conspiracy to assassinate Hitler, and was ultimately hanged for his defiance. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-12
50:17

Joe and Kelli Carson: We Had No Idea How Small Our World Was (Pt 1)

The Carsons had “The American Christian Dream” of a nice house and golfing at the country club. But then their son spent a weekend as a homeless person and everything changed. They have since sold their dental practice, founded the Memphis Dream Center, and have lived life with people who didn’t look just like them. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-05
01:05:00

Joe and Kelli Carson: We Had No Idea How Small Our World Was (Pt 2)

The Carsons had “The American Christian Dream” of a nice house and golfing at the country club. But then their son spent a weekend as a homeless person and everything changed. They have since sold their dental practice, founded the Memphis Dream Center, and have lived life with people who didn’t look just like them. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-05
01:04:56

Getting Caught Up With Labels

For our "Shop Talk" series, Coach Bill pontificates on labels, semantics, talking past each other, The Code of the West, and The Code of the Hood. It's more eclectic than ever. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

11-01
24:16

Dr. Trina Clayeux: Therapists Aren’t The Only Answer (Pt 1)

For every single therapist, there are 350 people looking for that type of support. Dr. Trina and her team at Give An Hour realized that there will never be enough therapists to meet this need. And that the answer is us, their own Army of Normal Folks serving one another in peer support groups and as wellness ambassadors. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-29
55:30

Dr. Trina Clayeux: Therapists Aren’t The Only Answer (Pt 2)

For every single therapist, there are 350 people looking for that type of support. Dr. Trina and her team at Give An Hour realized that there will never be enough therapists to meet this need. And that the answer is us, their own Army of Normal Folks serving one another in peer support groups and as wellness ambassadors. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-29
01:16:05

Opponent or Enemy?

For our “Shop Talk” series, Coach Bill on the difference between opponents and enemies. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-25
22:01

A Family's Commitment to the City That Saved Their Son (Pt 1)

Pedro Velasquez Jr was diagnosed with leukemia when was 5 years old. His dad Dr. Pedro Sr. pleaded to God that if St. Jude saved his life, he would dedicate his life to the Memphis community that was there for them. He founded Lifedoc Heath, which has helped 1,100 patients a week improve their health outcomes so much that their cost of care has plummeted by 27%! Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-22
58:01

A Family's Commitment to the City That Saved Their Son (Pt 2)

Pedro Velasquez Jr was diagnosed with leukemia when was 5 years old. His dad Dr. Pedro Sr. pleaded to God that if St. Jude saved his life, he would dedicate his life to the Memphis community that was there for them. He founded Lifedoc Heath, which has helped 1,100 patients a week improve their health outcomes so much that their cost of care has plummeted by 27%! Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-22
01:13:41

Lean In or Walk Away?

For our latest "Shop Talk", Coach Bill reacts to an Army member seeking his advice about whether to lean into a difficult situation or to walk away entirely. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-18
24:12

Steve Tybor: When 6 Volunteers Turned Into 60,000 (Pt 1)

Steve’s 70 year-old dad told him that they should grab a couple buddies and respond to Hurricane Katrina. The next thing you know 6 guys turned into 684 volunteers, and 20 disasters later their 60,000 volunteers have rebuilt 7,000 homes! Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-15
51:02

Steve Tybor: When 6 Volunteers Turned Into 60,000 (Pt 2)

Steve’s 70 year-old dad told him that they should grab a couple buddies and respond to Hurricane Katrina. The next thing you know 6 guys turned into 684 volunteers, and 20 disasters later their 60,000 volunteers have rebuilt 7,000 homes! Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-15
01:01:04

Michael Lignos: The Ultimate Army Member (Pt 1)

Michael has been inspired to volunteer with, donate to, and reach out to 9 different Army members featured on the podcast! Frankly, this normal dude inspires us and we cannot wait for you to meet him.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-08
54:58

Michael Lignos: The Ultimate Army Member (Pt 2)

Michael has been inspired to volunteer with, donate to, and reach out to 9 different Army members featured on the podcast! Frankly, this normal dude inspires us and we cannot wait for you to meet him.Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-08
46:48

Lt. Col. Scott Mann: Green Beret, Author, Playwright, Hero (Pt 1)

Scott is the ultimate patriot and renaissance man. He served in Colombia, Iraq, and Afghanistan, co-founded Operation Pineapple Express (which rescued over 750 Afghan allies), wrote the play “Last Out: Elegy of a Green Beret,” and is the author of the new book “Nobody is Coming to Save You: A Green Beret’s Guide to Getting Big Sh*t Done”. Support the show: https://www.normalfolks.us/premiumSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

10-01
01:03:11

Xuka 79

Where is part 2 of the Kagan Coughlin conversation?

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Jenn Sexten

great story... but please stop interrupting your guests. it's very distracting and frustrating.

09-28 Reply

Aakash Amanat

Wow, this title caught my attention! It's intriguing. I think in a world that often celebrates the extraordinary, we tend to overlook the incredible potential of everyday people coming together. https://citysquares.com/b/cookie-packaging-pros-25404811 An army of normal folks can achieve remarkable things when united by a common cause. I'm eager to read more about this topic and learn how ordinary individuals can make an extraordinary impact. https://find-open.com/brooklyn/cookie-packaging-pros-13912988

09-21 Reply

Rebecca Trono

I LOVED hearing Amy's story. One suggestion: the constant interruptions by the host made it very challenging to listen and keep the thread. I so want to hear inspring stories, the host is lovely, warm and empathetic, but doesn't allow his guest to speak comfortably.

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