Podcast
Forever Forward
Hosted by Michael Thomas · EN
Highlighting subject matter experts, unique life stories and occasionally myself at least once per week.
20episodes
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The Next Alex Hormozi - Millionaire Entrepreneur Joe Potenza
Feb 28, 202501:17:01Tap to summarizeMillionaire entrepreneur Joe Potenza shares the never-before-told story of how he went from $200k in debt to becoming a millionaire by the age of 27. Joe shares his best mindset frames, his thoughts on succeeding in business, his religious convictions, and more on this episode of Forever Forward.
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Financially Optimize Your Life - How to Save, Invest and Earn More Money
Feb 14, 202500:40:10Tap to summarizeTry Magic Mind here: https://magicmind.com/foreverpodDaniel Ebert, Financial Advisor, shares how you can financially optimize your life with simple saving and investing tips.
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Simple, Not Easy - How Fitness Can Change Everything - Andrew Holmes
Feb 8, 202500:39:51Tap to summarizeTry Magic Mind here: https://magicmind.com/foreverpodAndrew's IG: https://www.instagram.com/andrewholmesfit/Andrew Holmes, Personal Trainer, shares how fitness can transform everything about your life. Andrew shares workout guidance, nutrition tips, mental frameworks, and more.
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Mental Performance Expert on How to Manage Stress and Excel Under Pressure - Ryan Ford, CMPC
Jan 31, 202500:30:31Tap to summarizeTry Magic Mind here: https://magicmind.com/FFPODJAN Ryan's Coaching Business: https://fortitude.coach/ Ryan Ford, Certified Mental Performance Consultant, shares ways that we can de-stress, dive into the present moment, and ultimately perform at our best by leveraging mental fitness exercises.
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Raising a Non-Verbal Son Who First Communicated at 30 - BetsyOnTheGo
Jan 24, 202500:39:36Tap to summarizeBetsy Hicks-Russ shares her journey raising her son Joey, who is autistic and non-verbal. Joey began communicating with a spell board as an adult, which has allowed him and his mom to have full conversations for the first time ever.
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Training for Life - U.S. Marine on "The Best Job He's Ever Had"
Jan 17, 202500:37:18Tap to summarizeRudy Lechuga shares his experience becoming and serving as a United States Marine. Rudy discusses his motivations for joining the military, the challenges of boot camp, the role of drill instructors, and the importance of camaraderie among service members. Rudy reflects on his experiences in the infantry, the bonds formed during training, and the personal growth he achieved through his military service. This conversation also explores the challenges faced by military veterans as they reintegrate into civilian life, the desire for deployment among service members, and the life lessons learned from military experiences. Please rate the show if you enjoyed, and be sure to follow! Forever Forward highlights subject matter experts and unique life stories every week. Follow on Spotify! https://open.spotify.com/show/3aTuiiqFytLudB4CkQ993j Follow on Apple Podcasts! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forever-forward/id1746578295 Follow on Instagram! https://instagram.com/foreverforwardpod E-Mail: foreverforwardpod@gmail.com
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An Honest Discussion On New Years Resolutions - Manny Colón
Jan 3, 202500:28:37Tap to summarizeHow do you set worthwhile goals? Are you setting goals for yourself, or on behalf of others? Can you be content with yourself while in pursuit of a lofty goal? In this episode of Forever Forward, Mike and Manny attempt to answer those questions and more. Here's to 2025. Please consider rating the show if you enjoyed, and be sure to follow! Forever Forward highlights subject matter experts and unique life stories every week. Follow FF on Instagram! https://instagram.com/foreverforwardpod E-Mail: foreverforwardpod@gmail.com
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365 Days of Forever Forward - Reflecting On My Miracle Year
Dec 26, 202400:13:02Tap to summarizeOne year ago today, I made a decision that changed my life forever. Starting (and truly committing to building) the Forever Forward Podcast was the hardest, scariest, most challenging thing I've ever done - and it was the best decision I've ever made.If you've supported me in any way, thank you for believing in me and in this. So much to come in 2025.Please hit the like button if you enjoyed, and be sure to follow! Forever Forward highlights subject matter experts and unique life stories every week.Follow on Instagram! https://instagram.com/foreverforwardpodE-Mail: foreverforwardpod@gmail.com00:00 - Intro, Origins of Forever Forward02:02 - What a Year it's Been!03:53 - The Last Time I Saw Snow09:08 - Challenging Moments in 202412:35 - THANK YOU!
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The Miracle Mindset - TED Speaker, Author and Filmmaker Mark Barger Elliott
Dec 20, 202401:03:42Tap to summarizeThis episode examines the concept of a "miracle mindset" and the role of personal narratives in shaping our experiences. The discussion covers the neuroscience of emotional prediction, the impact of storytelling on mindset, and the significance of reframing challenges as opportunities. Insights include lessons from the experiences of the Sudanese Lost Boys and the principles behind the Miracle Year Project, highlighting trust and community as drivers of transformation. The episode offers practical perspectives on purpose, creativity, and navigating personal growth. Mark's Website: https://markbargerelliott.com/about/ Miracle Year Project: https://miracleyearproject.org/ Please hit the like button if you enjoyed, and be sure to subscribe! Forever Forward highlights subject matter experts and unique life stories every week. Instagram: https://instagram.com/foreverforwardpod E-Mail: foreverforwardpod@gmail.com 00:00 - Intro, Important Stories 05:21 - TWO Blue Lobsters, Daily Miracles, Framing Our Impressions 13:32 - Trust, Intuition and Hope 22:05 - Life as a "Story," Navigating the Maze 29:28 - How to feel "better," and your Brain as a "prediction machine" 40:32 - Award-winning film in Sudan, "Lost Boy Home" 49:48 - Miracle Year Project 57:14 - The Adventure of a Lifetime, Lord of the Rings 1:01:25 - Mark's advice to all of us #podcast #foreverforward #podcasts
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To Live Well, You Must Learn to Die Well - Lynn Barger Elliott
Dec 12, 202400:44:32Tap to summarizeLynn Barger Elliott discusses key topics including the complexities of death, the psychological and social challenges of change, generational theory, and the role of community in fostering connection. Miracle Year Project: https://miracleyearproject.org/ Please hit the like button if you enjoyed, and be sure to subscribe! Forever Forward highlights subject matter experts and unique life stories every week. Subscribers as of December 12, 2024: 875 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3aTuiiqFytLudB4CkQ993j Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/forever-forward/id1746578295 Instagram: https://instagram.com/foreverforwardpod E-Mail: foreverforwardpod@gmail.com 00:00 - Intro, Interest in End-Of-Life 07:11 - Admitting Defeat 09:45 - Should I Be Scared to Die? 10:51 - Why Change is So Hard 18:02 - Teaching at a Prison 24:50 - Generational Theory 28:41 - Miracle Year Project 35:25 - Loneliness and Community
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