The Helpful Huddle Podcast

Susie Adams is a leadership and career coach at Carolin Associates, where she is owner and founder.   She began coaching and consulting following a 30-year career with one of the United States’ largest energy companies.  In that capacity, she served as a communications leader and counselor for senior leadership.  She also teaches in the mass communications department at Winthrop University. She approaches her coaching practice with authenticity, humor and commitment as she works with coachees to help them find their path. You are able to connect with Susie on her website: www.carolinassociates.com Or also through LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/susieadams/ Dont forget to follow Susie on Twitter (now known as X): @CarolinComm As well as Instagram and Threads: @carolinassociates - Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Genevieve Piturro now speaks, teaches and writes on how to power your purpose and launch your legacy. She was a successful television marketing executive until a sudden inner voice challenged her direction and she dramatically altered the path of her life. She found her true purpose when a simple question from a six-year-old girl in an emergency shelter changed everything. In 2001, she jumped off the corporate ladder and founded the hugely successful national non-profit, Pajama Program. This year, the Program celebrates its 21st anniversary, having delivered more than “Going from corporate executive to nonprofit founder wasn’t easy, but after massive fear and doubt, countless sleepless nights, and tears that could fill the Atlantic, I overcame challenges I thought would ruin everything. I met each turn with faith, determination, and moxie. I found and powered my purpose, and the chain of events set in motion by that little girl is creating a legacy we can only attribute to the magic of the human connection,” says Piturro. It’s not the Power of One that changes things, it’s the Power of One-ANOTHER that moves mountains and moves people. Genevieve is now an inspirational speaker and purpose consultant inspiring individuals, groups, and companies to find their purpose & embrace the human connection for success. She created the Purpose ACER business training program to help leaders create a shared culture by aligning the goals of the company and management with the goals of its employees.Her first book, sharing life and leadership lessons she learned through her Pajama Program journey, is anAmazon best seller and the winner of five (5) awards. The book, Purpose, Passion and Pajamas: How toTransform Your Life, Embrace the Human Connection and Lead with Meaning, debuted during the Covidshutdown to rave reviews. The book’s message and Heart of the Matter life and leadership lessons after every chapter dovetail perfectly with our Nation’s growing interest in finding purpose and rekindling our human connection. Her TEDx talk: “1 Idea + The Human Connection = 7 million Pajamas” debuted with her book. Genevieve has been interviewed on and in many local and national media including OPRAH, Hallmark’s Home & Family, The Huckabee Show, TODAY, GMA, The Early Show, CNN, Fox & Friends, O Magazine, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and Parenting Magazine.Genevieve rang the Nasdaq Stock Market Opening Bell in 2016. She has been the recipient of many local and national awards as she inspires others to listen to their heart-voice in pursuing their passions. Genevieve is a graduate of Fordham University and lives in Irvington, N.Y. with her husband, Demo DiMartile. If you can’t find them, check the nearest beach. Learn more about Genevieve on her website: https://www.genevievepiturro.com/ Learn more or donate to her charity on the website: https://pajamaprogram.org/ Follow Genevieve on social media with the handle @genevievepiturro - - Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Gabriele is a speech therapist and parent coach. She is the owner and Head Toddler Whisperer at SpeechKids, a private online speech therapy practice serving families both in and outside the DC Metro area. Gabriele is also the co-founder of Raising Orchid Kids, a parent education, support, and coaching practice. Gabriele is passionate about showing families how to help their Orchid Kids (highly sensitive kids who need a little “extra”) thrive and not just survive. She works with children and their families 1:1 and in groups, and has a particular expertise in working with children who are Late Talkers. You can learn more about Gabriele and her practices on her websites: www.speechkids.com and www.raisingorchidkids.com You can also follow her on Instagram using the handles: @SpeechKidsDC and @Raising_Orchid_Kids Also, tune into her podcast on all your listening platforms: Complicated Kids Podcast - Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Roger Pollard is a High School teacher 15 years and counting, and a former football coach for 13 years, 10 of which he was a Head Football Coach. He is a former collegiate athlete at North Carolina State where he played football as well as received his bachelor's degree. Roger also has his Masters Degree from Middle Tennessee State. Roger has also authored multiple football/coaching books, but is currently working on a motivational book series, the first being informational, the 2nd being directional, and 3rd being an explanation of values. His first 2 books in the series are released, with the 3rd coming November 2024.  You can connect with Roger on Instagram @1RogerPollard You can check out all things Roger on his website: www.instagram.com/1rogerpollard/ And don't forget to check out Roger's books on Amazon!  -  Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Rhayne Thomas is a touring musician, actor, author, inspirational humorist and breast cancer survivor. Born and raised in The Bronx, Rhayne has been a volunteer spokesperson and fundraiser for cancer and breast cancer since 1976. She is known for live Blues performances but also has theatre, movies, commercials, voiceovers and walking the NYFW runway for breast cancer awareness with Project Cancerland and AnaOno Intimates under her belt. Rhayne has lived many places in her long career but currently makes Las Vegas her home while she tours the globe hoping to always inspire and make a difference through laughter and prunes. Yes, prunes. Her all-time favorite fruit since childhood because “People judge it from the outside when all the beauty is on the inside. Like people. If we can move past physical judgments, the worldwould be so much happier!” You can keep up with Rhayne on all social media as she welcomes the chance to bless others as they bless her.Facebook: Rhayne ThomasInstagram: @PrunesAreSexy @TheLadyAndTheVamp #PrunesAreSexyTwitter: @RhayneThomas @PrunesAreSexy @TheRealHealMag Find her books on Amazon  - Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Jennifer Greenhut Tollin was born and raised in New York City before leaving home and pursuing her dream on representing the United States in the Olympics as a gymnist, and later receive a gymnastics scholarship to UCLA.  Jenn later returned to LA to pursue a career in acting. However, with all of her accomplishments, her biggest one yet was in 2017 when she was diagnosed with stage 4 triple negative breast cancer.  Going from stage 4 to cancer free in 4 months, Jennifer decided to start a company called Zero Negative to promote Love and Positivity through fashion and accessories, while giving back to cancer research at UCLA's Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation.  Her story/products can be found on www.ShopZeroNegative.com, and her mission is to inspire everyone, that when going though challenging situations, we all have the power to make them positive, embracing our hurdles, and looking at them as ways to HELP us instead of HURT us. Follow Jenn on Instagram at: @ShopZeroNegative Check out her website at: https://www.shopzeronegative.com/ Contact Jenn by emailing her at: jenn@shopzeronegative.com Find her book Everyone Needs a Larry on Amazon -  Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Alejandra Muñoz is passionate about facilitating students’ postsecondary journeys so that they may meet their educational goals and be in a career where they find meaning and purpose. She has worked in education since 2009 and has served in various roles, which include teaching atthe high school level, working in undergraduate education, academic advising, first year programs, institutional diversity, early college initiatives, as well as recruitment and retentionefforts for first-generation college students. Her research focuses on how the social context inthe college experience impacts the way undocumented students make meaning of their identity. If you would like to connect with Alejandra, you can do so by following this link to her LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/alejandra-mu%C3%B1oz-/ - Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Elyse Schunkewitz, LCSW is a holistic psychotherapist, brain-based coach, and presenter. Through a full mind-body-brain approach informed by functional neuroscience and medicine, somatic therapies, psychology, and fitness, Elyse works with clients to effectively shift mindsets, overcome obstacles, create better habits, increase focus, and improve overall performance.   Elyse spent half a decade working in emergency psychiatry at Bellevue Hospital while simultaneously pursuing a career in fitness coaching, studying movement and functional neuroscience with some of the most cutting edge educators in the field. Since then, Elyse has dedicated her career to helping clients address their concerns from the root cause for lasting and sustainable change. She has presented nation-wide to doctors, lawyers, psychotherapists, physical therapists and other high achievers on holistic health and brain training. If you would like to schedule an appointment, or learn more about Elyse and her practice, you can do so on her website, https://elyseschunkewitzlcsw.com/ If you would like to follow along Elyse's journey, follow her on Instagram @Neurdy_Therapist - Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Welcome to the 2nd installment of "Mini-sodes" with Luke! In these epsidoes, I will give life updates along with any thing that I feel needs to be talked about! In this second mini-sode, I discuss what it has been like being a support person during the end of this pregnancy for my wife. This is only based on my own experience, and I hope it helps!   Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Paul Bengds is a former Metabolic Specialist and Nutrition Coach with Life Time Fitness who worked in the health and fitness industry for over fifteen years. Major figures that helped to shape his philosophy and direction in the way he trained and taught his clients include major health figures such as Bob Seebohar, Joel Jamieson, and Dr. John Berardi. During his tenure at Life Time Fitness he was able to conduct and analyze thousands of metabolic assessments, and reassessments which lent valuable insight into the effectiveness of training and nutrition variables. He also worked with the National Federation of Professional Trainers (NFPT) from 2016-2018 as a Subject Matter Expert for cardiovascular training. He originally attended Arizona College of the Bible, and later Liberty University in pursuit of a degree in Biblical Studies. He is currently the general manager of JewelRecycle LLC, which has multiple locations across North Carolina. If you would like to continue this conversation with Paul, or work with him, EMAIL Paul at: PBengds@yahoo.com -  Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Sarah Barreiro holds a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Nutrition from Florida International University, 2012; and a Master of Business Administration from Florida International University in 2017. Sarah specializes in sport performance nutrition, functional nutrition, diabetes management, thyroid/metabolic health, food sensitivities, and gut health. Sarah is passionate about nutrition and partners with her patients to establish a realistic, sustainable, and balanced eating pattern.  Schedule an appointment with Sarah for either in-person or teleheath using this link: Book an appointment If you would like to take one of Sarah's yoga classes, she teaches at Facet Seven in Houston, TX on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6 AM.  Follow and/or reach out to Sarah on Instagram: @savvyeatsrd -  Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Welcome to the first installment of "Mini-sodes" with Luke! In these epsidoes, I will give life updates along with any thing that I feel needs to be talked about! In this first mini-sode, I discuss what it has been like being a support person during pregnancy. This is only based on my own experience, and I hope it helps! Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Michael Caligiuri is currently a Doctoral Student focused in Hospitality Management from Penn State University. Michael's area of research surrounds the subject of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the workplace - making him the perfect person to tackle this episode with!  Michael also received his undergraduate degree in Organizational Leadership and his Masters Degree in Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, both from New York University (NYU).  In this episode of the Helpful Huddle Podcast, we discuss Michael's research and findings from his time at Penn State. We also dive into the basics of what Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion means, and how it plays a roll in our corporate America business. This episode is incredibly informative, and an important conversation to have. You are not going to want to miss out on this! You are able to connect with Michael via his LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-caligiuri-3654633/ -  Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Rachel Sisneros is an Occupational Therapist residing in the Denver, Colorado area.  In this episode of The Helpful Huddle Podcast, Rachel chats with us about how she started her career and ultimately her "why." We also discuss details about her journey, talk about what Occupational Therapy actually is, and how it is changing people's lives! Trust me when I say, you do not want to miss this!  You can connect with Rachel on Instagram @rachel_sisne_ If you would like more information on Rachel's journey to becoming an Occupational Therapist, check out her blog: Occupationally Motivated. https://occupationallymotivated.com/ You can also stay up to date with Rachel by tuning in to her podcast: Wellness Hour with Rach  avaiable wherever you get your podcasts from! -  Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Dr. Indigo Vasquez, or Indie, holds doctoral degrees in Natural Medicine, Bioenergetic Medicine, and Sacred Medicine. She works to help patients revitalize their hormone health through comprehensive healing protocols, including gut healing and nervous system optimization. Dr. Indie also holds diplomas in both Psycho-Physiological Bioenergetic Allopathic Medicine and Herbalism and Energy Psychotherapy. She has also completed an NASM certification in personal training, a certification in Auriculomedicine, and a certification in Bioenergetic Medicine. Dr. Indie’s whole-body approach to healing offers patients new avenues to achieve their wellness goals. Your work will begin with a comprehensive wellness scan using a non-linear bio resonance scanning device to identify imbalances. Then, Dr. Indie will tailor nutrition counseling and supplement recommendations to support your unique healing journey. You can connect with Dr. Indie on Instagram @dr.indigovasquez Also, you can learn more about her and the practice she is apart of at the LivWellMD website, https://livwellmd.com/ Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Ren Watkins is currently the Youth Pastor at CrossPointe Church in Madison, AL, working with middle school and high school-age students. Ren is going on 17 years in youth ministry and loves every second of it. Ren is extremely passionate about helping this age group and this generation to guide them in the ways of the Lord, Jesus Christ.  In this episode, you will hear a portion of Ren's testimony and how he felt his calling into student ministry. We also tackle difficult questions and topics regarding challenging the faith, as well as pornography addiction. We also talk about the difficulties that our current generation faces that wasn't as much of an issue in previous generations. Buckle up! Ren received his bachelor's degree from East Texas Baptist University in Religion/Biblical Studies, and then went on to receive his master's degree from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary in Christian Education.  You can connect with Ren on Facebook - Ren Watkins You are also able to reach him at his email, rwatkins@cpcfamily.org Or shoot him a text or call at 318-658-0000.  If you would like to learn more about the church that Ren is at, check out their website at https://cpcfamily.org/ - Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Dr. Indigo Vasquez, or Indie, holds doctoral degrees in Natural Medicine, Bioenergetic Medicine, and Sacred Medicine. She works to help patients revitalize their hormone health through comprehensive healing protocols, including gut healing and nervous system optimization. Dr. Indie also holds diplomas in both Psycho-Physiological Bioenergetic Allopathic Medicine and Herbalism and Energy Psychotherapy. She has also completed an NASM certification in personal training, a certification in Auriculomedicine, and a certification in Bioenergetic Medicine. Dr. Indie’s whole-body approach to healing offers patients new avenues to achieve their wellness goals. Your work will begin with a comprehensive wellness scan using a non-linear bio resonance scanning device to identify imbalances. Then, Dr. Indie will tailor nutrition counseling and supplement recommendations to support your unique healing journey. You can connect with Dr. Indie on Instagram @dr.indigovasquez Also, you can learn more about her and the practice she is apart of at the LivWellMD website, https://livwellmd.com/ Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

Scott Dodd currently serves as the Performance Director at Pro X, overseeing the execution of all training sessions. both in the weight room and on the field. Scott is a former collegiate athlete, playing baseball at Indiana Wesleyan University, where he fell in love with the sports performance side. Since that time, Scott has developed his craft working as a personal trainer, and learning from some of the best minds in the industry. In this episode, Scott and I discuss all aspects of his philosophy with athletes and how he is able to get them to perform at the highest level. Trust me when I say, you are not going to want to miss this!  You can find Scott on instagram @coachdodd.pxa As well as on Facebook MANX Strength   Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast

JD Sturniolo is a private personal trainer as well as an Assistant Chiropractor. JD has a diverse background allowing him to tailor training programs and sessions to each individual clients needs. He has worked directly with everyone from Beauty Pagent contestants, to the elderly population. In addition, JD works full-time at Woodway Wellness, which helps with pain management and relief, not to mention chiropractic concerns. In this episode of The Helpful Huddle Podcast, JD chats with us about how he started his career, his time in the military, and how he has gotten to where he is today. You do not want to miss this episode! You can find JD's instagram @3ScrewsTraining If you'd like to make an appointment with Woodway Wellness, you can checkout their website here: https://www.woodwaywellness.com/  send them an email to: woodwaywellness@gmail.com or give them a call at: 713-622-2225 Find The Helpful Huddle Podcast on Instagram, Twitter, and TikTok using the handle @Helpful_Huddle  Don't forget about out YouTube Channel @helpfulhuddlepodcast  

Hello everyone, this is your host, Luke. Some of you know my story, and some of you do not. However, I do feel like anyone out there listening or watching DESERVES to know WHO I am, WHERE I come from, and WHY I do what I do, as well as what ultimately lead me to create The Helpful Huddle Podcast.  To anyone listening, I hope you enjoy my story, AND AS ALWAYS, if you'd like to continue the conversation all you need to do is reach out to me via DM on Instagram, or email. You can find all links listed below: Instagram, TikTok, and Twitter: @Helpful_Huddle YouTube: @HelpfulHuddlePodcast Apple Podcast and Spotify: The Helpful Huddle Podcast Email: helpfulhuddlepodcast@gmail.com